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Atelier Karia announced for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: first details, trailers]
Koei Tecmo and Gust have announced Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, set to launch in 2027 for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game follows an amnesiac alchemist named Karia on a quest in the world of Aladiss, featuring a refined alchemy system with culinary exploration and a hybrid action-strategy combat system.
Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories gets first trailer and info
Koei Tecmo and Gust have released the first trailer and details for Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, an alchemy RPG sequel. The game follows an amnesiac alchemist named Karia on a quest to explore a mysterious underworld and recover her memories, featuring a refined hybrid battle system and a unique mechanic blending alchemy with culinary exploration. It is set to launch in early 2027 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.
Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories first trailer, gameplay, details, and screenshots
Koei Tecmo and Gust have revealed Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, set to release in early 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. The game features an amnesiac alchemist named Karia exploring the continent of Aladiss, with a focus on alchemy, synthesis, and a hybrid combat system blending real-time action with strategic commands. A unique mechanic allows players to consume gathered ingredients for temporary effects.
Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember Announced for Early 2027
Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja have announced Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, the sequel to their dark Three Kingdoms action RPG Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. The game is set for an early 2027 release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC, and Steam, and will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass. The sequel promises evolved martial arts combat and a return to the demon-infested late Eastern Han period.
Dead or Alive 6 PC Version Being Delisted on Steam
Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja announced that the PC version of Dead or Alive 6 will be delisted from Steam on June 10, 2026, ahead of the launch of Dead or Alive 6: Last Round. The new version, priced at $39.99, will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, and includes previously paid DLC characters and content. Some existing DLC will not transfer to the Last Round version.
L’Empereur gets modern re-release
Hamster Corporation announced that the classic 1991 simulation game L'Empereur will be re-released for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 on June 11th. The game, originally by KOEI, puts players in the role of Napoleon aiming to unify Europe through warfare and diplomacy.
Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories announced at Nintendo Direct
Koei Tecmo and Gust announced Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories during the June 2026 Nintendo Direct. This twenty-seventh mainline entry in the crafting RPG series follows an amnesic girl named Karia as she explores a world beneath Aladiss. The game will feature new synthesis and combat mechanics, including a grappling hook traversal system, and is slated for an early 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Additionally, a Nintendo Switch 2 port of Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land was revealed with improved performance.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Is Joining The Sequel On Switch 2, Out This September
Koei Tecmo announced that Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition, featuring the base game and all DLC, will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3rd, 2026. The sequel, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, is also slated for release on the same platform in early 2027.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Koei Tecmo has announced that Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3, 2026. This edition includes the base action RPG, three DLC packs, and all collaboration DLCs. The game is a dark fantasy action RPG set in a demon-infested version of the Three Kingdoms period.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition coming to Switch 2 on September 3
Koei Tecmo and Team NINJA announced that Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition, including all DLC, will be released for the Switch 2 on September 3. The original game launched in March 2023 for multiple platforms, with the Complete Edition arriving on all platforms in February 2024. A sequel, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, is slated for an early 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC.
Atelier Karia gets a 2027 release, Atelier Yumia gets a Switch 2 glow up
KOEI TECMO has announced that Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories will be released in early 2027. Additionally, an upgrade pack for Atelier Ryza: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is now available for the Nintendo Switch 2, offering improved resolution, framerate, and shorter loading times.
Atelier Karia gets a 2027 release, Atelier Yumia gets a Switch 2 glow up
KOEI TECMO announced that Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories will be released in early 2027. Additionally, an upgrade pack for Atelier Ryza: The Alchemist of Memories and the Endlessly Enchanting Atelier is now available for Nintendo Switch 2, offering improved resolution, framerate, and shorter loading times.
You May Have Missed Atelier Karia's Reveal, Coming to PS5 in 2027
Koei Tecmo has revealed Atelier Karia, a new alchemy RPG set to launch on PlayStation 5 in 2027. A full reveal livestream is scheduled for June 12th, which will provide more details on the game's characters and gameplay. The title was briefly shown during a recent Nintendo Direct.
Atelier Yumia Switch 2 Edition, Atelier Karia Announced
Koei Tecmo announced two major Atelier series titles: Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, set for early 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2, and an Atelier Ryza: The Alchemist of Memories Switch 2 Edition, available now. The Atelier Ryza upgrade features improved graphics and framerate, and supports save file transfer.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Everything Announced!
Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct presentation showcasing numerous upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The showcase included new releases, ports of existing games, and DLC announcements across various genres, with many titles slated for release in late 2026 and into 2027.
Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories announced
Koei Tecmo and Gust have announced Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, a new entry in the alchemy RPG series set to launch in early 2027 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PlayStation 5. Additionally, Atelier Yumia is receiving a Switch 2 port today.
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition now available
Koei Tecmo and Gust have released Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, featuring improved resolution, framerate, and shorter loading times compared to the original Switch version. An upgrade pack is available for existing owners, and the game is currently on sale for $39.89 until June 22.
Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC
Koei Tecmo and Gust have announced Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, the next installment in the Atelier series. The game is set to launch in early 2027 worldwide for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC. A live stream with more details is scheduled for June 12.
Pokémon Pokopia to Get Underwater Zones in Free Update in August, Expansion Pass Announced
Nintendo announced a major free update for Pokémon Pokopia, adding underwater zones and the ability to build structures, set for release in August. An Expansion Pass was also revealed, featuring new towns like the underwater Bubbly Basin, with content rolling out through late 2026 and 2027. The game, released on Nintendo Switch 2, has been a significant commercial success, boosting hardware sales and leading Koei Tecmo to raise its profit forecasts.
The First Details on Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, Heading to Xbox in 2027
KOEI TECMO has announced Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, an action RPG set in a fantasy version of the Three Kingdoms period, featuring evolved Chinese martial arts and demon-infested battlefields. The game is set to launch in early 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and cloud, and will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass. The original Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty has also joined Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
