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Ys X Proud Nordics Review – Definitive But Divisive | Invision Game Community
Ys X Proud Nordics is a definitive edition of Ys X Nordics, bundling all DLC and adding quality-of-life improvements. While it offers new content and a refined single-player experience, it controversially removes the co-op mode present in the original. The game's business model, particularly the timed upgrade discount, has drawn criticism from players who purchased the earlier version.
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Kloe and Tita Figures Announced
Kotobukiya has announced new figures for Kloe Rinz and Tita Russell from The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky. The company is also developing figures for Alisa Reinford and Laura Arseid from The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel. The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 3rd is slated for a Fall 2026 worldwide release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Ys IX Monstrum Nox Official Novel Release Date Set for April 21
Dragonwell Publishing announced that the official novelization of Nihon Falcom's action JRPG, Ys IX: Monstrum Nox, will be released on April 21, 2026. The novel follows protagonist Adol Christin's journey in the city of Balduq after he is transformed into a Monstrum and must uncover the city's secrets to break his curse. This adaptation is a sequel to the 2023 novelization of Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana.
Kyoto Xanadu Clips Showcase New Gameplay, Tease Possible Ys Reference with Dogi Lookalike
Nihon Falcom has released new gameplay clips for Kyoto Xanadu, showcasing dungeon exploration and school life elements. A character resembling Dogi from the Ys series appears, hinting at a potential reference. The game features real-world exploration in Kyoto and dungeon crawling with Soul-Devices, and is set to release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC in Japan on July 16, 2026.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Steelbook Edition Pre-Orders Open
Pre-orders are now open for the Steelbook edition of The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Second Chapter, available for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game will be released worldwide in Fall 2026 and includes features like save data carry-over and new combat mechanics.
Silent Hill f Won Famitsu Dengeki Game Awards 2026
Silent Hill f was awarded Game of the Year at the Famitsu Dengeki Game Awards 2026, also securing wins for Best Graphics and Best Voice Actor. Other notable winners included The Hundred Line, Ghost of Yotei, Pokemon Legends Z-A, and Urban Myth Dissolution Center, each taking home two awards. Silent Hill f is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
‘Rise Eterna War’, ‘As Per My Last Email’, Plus Today’s Other Releases and Sales – TouchArcade
The Nintendo Switch sees a slow week for new releases on August 22nd, 2024, with titles like Rise Eterna War and Verne – The Shape of Fantasy among the few notable additions. However, the eShop features a healthy selection of sales, including discounts on popular indie titles such as 1000xRESIST and Citizen Sleeper.
Falcom Strategy Classic 'Lord Monarch PC-9801' Now Available on Nintendo Switch as EGGCONSOLE Release
D4 Enterprise has released the 1991 Nihon Falcom real-time strategy game Lord Monarch for the Nintendo Switch eShop as EGGCONSOLE Advanced LORD MONARCH PC-9801. The game, originally for PC-9801, tasks players with strengthening their kingdom and capturing enemy castles across 52 stages.
Nintendo Download: 12th March (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a wide variety of new games to the eShop. Titles include WWE 2K26, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE, and numerous other indie titles across various genres.
Falcom to announce final Trails game during 50th anniversary
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo stated in a Weekly Famitsu interview that the company will announce the final game in The Legend of Heroes series during its 50th anniversary. Kondo also touched upon the company's other ongoing projects like Tokyo Xanadu, Ys, and Dragon Slayer.
Trails Dev Has Decided How the Series Ends, as the Finale Targets 2032
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo has revealed that the company has decided on the ending for its long-running The Legend of Heroes: Trails RPG series. The finale is currently targeted for release in 2032, with the final title expected to be announced on Falcom's 50th anniversary in 2031. The next installment, Trails Beyond the Horizon, is slated for 2027, and a remake of Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter is due this autumn.
Falcom to announce final Trails game during 50th anniversary
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo discussed the company's 45th anniversary and future plans in a Weekly Famitsu interview. Kondo indicated that the final game in The Legend of Heroes: Trails series will be announced during the company's upcoming 50th anniversary.
The final Trails game will be announced in 2031 and released in 2032, Falcom president confirms, so you have 6 years to…
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo has announced that the final game in the long-running JRPG series Trails will be revealed in 2031 and released in 2032. Kondo confirmed that the narrative conclusion for the 22-year-old series has already been decided.
Falcom to announce final Trails game during 50th anniversary
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo revealed in a Weekly Famitsu interview that the company plans to announce the final game in The Legend of Heroes series during its 50th anniversary. Further details are expected to be revealed soon.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter details main characters
Nihon Falcom has launched the official website for The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 3rd, detailing the main characters. The introduced characters include Estelle Bright, Joshua Astray, Scherazard Harvey, Olivier Lenheim, Agate Crosner, Kloe Rinz, Tita Russell, and Zin Vathek.
Falcom announces Dragon Slayer Project for console
Nihon Falcom has announced Dragon Slayer Project, a tentatively titled 45th anniversary project for consoles. Specific details regarding the game's genre, platforms, and release date have not yet been revealed.
Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta Launches April 28 on Nintendo Switch
XSEED Games announced that Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta will launch on April 28, 2026, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch in the Americas. The action-RPG features an updated musical score, party-based combat, and an expansive exploration system. A Day One Edition with collector's bonuses will also be available.
Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta Launches This April | Console Creatures
Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta is set to launch on Nintendo Switch on April 28, 2026, featuring rearranged music. This port of the 2012 PlayStation Vita title, Ys: Memories of Celceta, marks the first time the Ys IV story has been released in the West, following two separate Japanese releases in 1993.
Trails, Ys Dev Falcom Celebrates 45th Anniversary, Announces New Dragon Slayer Project
Nihon Falcom is celebrating its 45th anniversary and has announced a new project in the Dragon Slayer series. The Dragon Slayer franchise is considered foundational to Falcom's library and the Japanese RPG genre. The new title is confirmed for consoles, with further details to be revealed.
Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta Charts an April 28, 2026 Launch Date in the Americas on Nintendo Switch™
XSEED Games announced that Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta will launch exclusively for Nintendo Switch in the Americas on April 28, 2026. The classic action-RPG from Nihon Falcom features updated music and dynamic party-based combat. A digital pre-purchase discount is available on the Nintendo eShop.
