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Issues and Activism
Dead or Alive 6 Last Round has been met with negative reviews, with players expressing frustration over Koei Tecmo's decision to require a repurchase of DLC. This situation has led to significant player backlash and criticism of the company's monetization practices.
The original version of Dead or Alive 6 was delisted in favor of a rerelease that's currently at 70% negative reviews on Steam: 'Tecmo just sees this as the coomer franchise'
Koei Tecmo has delisted the original Dead or Alive 6 in favor of Dead or Alive 6: Last Round, a rerelease that has garnered significant negative reviews on Steam. Players are criticizing the expensive DLC, lack of significant visual upgrades, and the continued focus on fan service over core fighting game mechanics. The rerelease also notably omits previously purchased crossover SNK characters and lacks rollback netcode and crossplay.
Dead or Alive 6 returns with 440 pieces of DLC worth $1,700 and immediately gets blasted with 79% negative Steam reviews
Dead or Alive 6: Last Round, the definitive edition of the 2019 fighting game, has launched on PC with 440 pieces of DLC totaling over $1,700 and has received overwhelmingly negative reviews on Steam. Players are criticizing the lack of new content, the absence of crossplay and rollback netcode, and the $40 price tag for the "definitive" edition with no upgrade path from the original game.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article highlights recent game crossovers and collaborations, including a costume collaboration for Silent Hill f with Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly, and Old School RuneScape's appearance in Phoebe Bridger's music video. It also briefly mentions a Casio collaboration.
Silent Hill f Gets Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake Collaboration Costume
Silent Hill f has received a free update adding collaboration costumes from Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Players can now equip the Crimson Butterfly costume on protagonist Hinako, making her resemble Fatal Frame 2's Mio Amakura. This cosmetic update is available for all players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Dead Or Alive 6 Last Round is a no frills, no new features re-release
Dead Or Alive 6: Last Round is a re-release of the 2019 fighting game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, offering virtually no new features or improvements. Despite fan requests for modern additions like crossplay and rollback netcode, the game retains its original roster, modes, and input lag issues. While it includes most DLC characters, crossover characters and all costume DLC must be repurchased, making it a lackluster proposition for existing fans or newcomers.
Popular 2019 PS4 Action Game Quietly Delisted From PS Store
Koei Tecmo's 2019 fighting game, Dead or Alive 6, has been delisted from the PlayStation Store, with its Steam pages set to follow on June 11, 2026. The delisting is likely due to the recent release of an updated version, Dead or Alive 6: Last Round, which aims to consolidate the player base onto the newer title.
Dead Or Alive 6 Last Round Makes Players Pay Again For DLC They Already Bought
Dead or Alive 6: Last Round has faced backlash on Steam for its DLC policies, requiring players to repurchase crossover characters like Mai Shiranui and Kula Diamond, along with their associated costume packs. Koei Tecmo has also increased the prices for these items, leading to player frustration. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a new Dead or Alive title also in development.
Nintendo Download – June 25, 2026 (North America) – Star Fox, Namco Legendary Mountains, more
The North American Nintendo Download for the week of June 25, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop, including Star Fox and Namco Legendary Mountains for the Nintendo Switch 2. The report also details ongoing summer sales for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 systems, as well as special in-game events for Pokémon Pokopia and Tetris 99.
Dead or Alive 6 Last Round Review - Back for more
Dead or Alive 6: Last Round is a "definitive edition" that offers minimal additions to the original 2019 release, making its value proposition questionable. While the core gameplay remains deep and engaging with its Triangle System and Break Gauge mechanics, the story mode is incoherent, and the "Last Round" update fails to address significant issues like aggressive monetization, poor netcode, and a lack of substantial new content. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, developed by Team Ninja and published by Koei Tecmo Games.
Dead or Alive 6 Last Round Producer Yosuke Hayashi Talks Improvements, Photo Mode, & More
Koei Tecmo producer Yosuke Hayashi discusses Dead or Alive 6: Last Round, an enhanced version of the 2019 fighting game launching on PlayStation 5. The interview highlights improvements like the Oboro lighting system, 4K support, and an extensive Photo Mode. Hayashi also confirms that five previously released DLC characters will be included from the start, with plans for further post-launch content and a new character.
Blue Reflection Quartet Opens Pre-Orders Ahead of July Launch, New Trailer Released
Koei Tecmo and Gust have opened pre-orders for Blue Reflection Quartet, a definitive collection of the Blue Reflection series, launching July 30, 2026, on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The collection includes the original Blue Reflection, Blue Reflection: Second Light, a scenario based on the anime Blue Reflection: Ray, and Blue Reflection: Sun, along with new features like a Reference Database.
2017 PS Vita, PS4 RPG Comes to PS5 in Fantastic Value Package
Koei Tecmo and Gust are releasing Blue Reflection Quartet for PlayStation 5 on July 30, 2026. This collection includes the original 2017 PlayStation Vita game Blue Reflection, the 2021 title Blue Reflection: Second Light, and two new entries, Blue Reflection: Ray and Blue Reflection: Sun, which are new to consoles. The bundle also features a reference database with lore and artwork.
Blue Reflection Quartet second trailer, pre-orders now available
Koei Tecmo and Gust have released the second trailer and opened pre-orders for the heroic RPG collection Blue Reflection Quartet, launching July 30 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The collection includes all four stories from the Blue Reflection series, with updated visuals, new features for accessibility, and expanded lore for both newcomers and returning fans. Digital pre-orders are available, with a limited-time bonus photo frame for Blue Reflection: Second Light.
Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition announced for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC
Koei Tecmo and Kou Shibusawa have announced Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC, launching September 10 in Japan and Asia. This edition includes the base game, the Diplomacy and Strategy Expansion Pack Bundle, Season Pass 1, Season Pass 2, and new content, offering an enhanced strategy experience with over 100 scenic spots and 190 historical events.
Gust Working on Atelier Yumia Switch 2 FPS Issues
Gust has confirmed that a patch is in development to address frame rate drops and performance issues in Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout on the Nintendo Switch 2. While the Switch 2 version offers improved loading times and resolution compared to the original Switch release, players have reported significant FPS drops. The developer has not provided a timeline for the patch's release.
PS Plus Premium's Brilliant PS2 Classic Gitaroo Man Arrives with Full Trophy Support
The PlayStation 2 rhythm adventure game Gitaroo Man has been added to PlayStation Plus Premium with full Trophy support for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Developed by Koei Tecmo and Liona Interactive (formerly iNiS), the game features 21 Trophies, including a platinum, for players to earn by achieving high ranks and completing stages without missing notes. This addition provides a classic gaming experience with modern incentive for trophy hunters.
Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories Announced for Early 2027
Koei Tecmo and Gust have announced Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, set for an early 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game follows Karia, an amnesiac alchemist, on a journey of self-discovery and alchemy, featuring refined combat and a new culinary alchemy system.
Next PS5 Game in Popular Adventure Series Reveals Release Date Window
Koei Tecmo announced that Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & Guide of Memories, the latest installment in the Atelier series, will release in early 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game follows an amnesiac alchemist named Karia on a journey of discovery in the continent of Aladiss, working with companions to uncover its secrets and recover her lost memories.
First Atelier Karia Characters Introduced
Koei Tecmo has revealed the first four characters for Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom and the Guide of Memories. The game will feature Karia, an amnesiac protagonist who recovers memories by eating items, alongside returning character Yumia Liessfeldt, knight Fina Rozen, and biologist Servio Lektor. The title is set to release in early 2027 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
