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The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero, Trails to Azure launch trailer – pair of classic RPGs on Nintendo Switch 2
NIS America has released a launch trailer for the Nintendo Switch versions of The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure. These classic RPGs feature 4K output and mouse controls, with Trails to Azure serving as the finale to the Crossbell arc and offering bonuses for importing save data from Trails from Zero.
2 PS5 RPGs in Legendary Series Arrive Today on PlayStation Store
NIS America has released updated versions of The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure for PlayStation 5 today. These JRPG ports feature enhanced visuals up to 4K resolution and 120 FPS, along with accessibility options like High-Speed and Skip modes. A Limited Edition is also available for $109.99.
Village In the Shade demo bullet point impressions
Village In the Shade is a farming simulation game coming to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on October 27th. The game features a striking visual style that uses light and shadow effectively, contrasting cozy daytime farming activities with spooky nighttime ghost encounters. Players must adhere to an 11 PM curfew, but breaking it allows for the collection of special items and deeper story exploration, though it comes with risks.
Prinny Party: Going Overboard gets Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date, demo
NIS America has announced that Prinny Party: Going Overboard will launch on November 11, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch. A demo is available today, featuring an exclusive challenge with Super-Spicy Mode and a truncated version of the standard game with limited options.
PS5 Getting Collection of Beloved PlayStation Vita Adventure Games Soon
NIS America is bringing the Yomawari horror adventure game series to PlayStation 5. Yomawari: Night Alone and Yomawari: Midnight Shadows will be released as 'The Long Night Collection' on November 5, 2026, while Yomawari: Lost in the Dark will be sold separately on the same date. These titles were previously available on PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch.
Review – The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero / Trails to Azure (PlayStation 5)
This review covers the PlayStation 5 versions of The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure, which are remasters of PSP titles. The games are praised for their engaging narratives, charming characters, and excellent music, though the graphics are noted as simplistic due to their origins. The combat system is tactical, and features like high-speed mode and Master Quartz are highlighted. While Trails to Azure is a direct sequel to Trails from Zero, both are recommended for their deep worldbuilding and storytelling.
Cult Classic RPG Gets PlayStation 5 Remake, Watch Reveal Trailer
NIS America has announced a remake of the cult classic RPG Astonishia Story for PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, set to release on February 11, 2027. The remake will feature enhanced graphics, refined combat mechanics, and new quality-of-life features. A special edition is also available for pre-order.
Astonishia Story remake revealed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
NIS America and Purple have announced that the Astonishia Story remake is planned for release on February 11, 2027, for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. This updated version of the 1994 Korean RPG will feature enhanced visuals and refined mechanics, including grid-based battles and the ability to recruit mercenaries.
The Grimm Reapress and the Drearytale Monster announced for western release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
NIS America announced that The Grimm Reapress and the Drearytale Monster will be released in the west on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch in 2027. The game features a hand-drawn fairytale art style where a magical disease turns people into books and books into monsters. Players will solve puzzles and fight bosses to save a sister afflicted by this illness.
Brigandine Abyss Review – One step forward, five steps back
Brigandine Abyss, a strategy RPG from Adglobe and NIS America, fails to impress with its dated design and uninspired story. While the game offers approachable grand strategy elements and a decent soundtrack, its repetitive gameplay, bland visuals, and balancing issues make it a significant step back for the series. The narrative is particularly weak, lacking depth and failing to engage players.
NIS America Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with La-Mulana, Mad Rat Dead, and more at new low prices
NIS America is holding a publisher sale on the Nintendo eShop, featuring discounts of up to 90 percent on around 70 games for the Nintendo Switch. Titles like La-Mulana and Mad Rat Dead are available at significantly reduced prices, with some deals extending to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The sale runs until September 10, 2026.
ANOMALITH Getting a Physical Launch on PlayStation 5
FuRyu Corporation, in partnership with NIS America, has announced that a physical version of the game ANOMALITH will be released for the PlayStation 5. Further details regarding the release are expected.
GOBBLE Announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch, PS5 and PC | Invision Game Community
NIS America, Inc. has announced GOBBLE, a new hand-painted 2D platforming adventure set to release next year on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features a unique art style, a story about a character searching for their missing family, and a core mechanic where players can consume enemies to gain abilities and health.
Gobble announced for western release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
NIS America has announced that the hand-painted 2D platformer Gobble will be localized for a western release on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. The game, previously announced for Japan, features unique mechanics where players consume enemies to fuel special abilities and explore a vibrant world.
Gorgeous PS5 Adventure Horror Game Gets Trailer, Release Date
Nippon Ichi Software's adventure horror game, Village in the Shade, has received a new trailer and a confirmed release date of October 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The game, which blends cute farming simulation elements with a sinister narrative, has already sold over 150,000 copies in Japan. A limited edition is available for pre-order, and players can choose between a standard experience or a 'Village in the Sunshine' mode.
Village in the Shade gets Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date
Village in the Shade will be released on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on October 27, 2026, according to a Nintendo eShop listing. The hand-painted farming simulation game, previously released in Japan as Hono Gurashi no Niwa, allows players to plant crops, customize their homestead, and interact with characters in the Japanese mountain village of Kagatsu. Players must adhere to specific rules, including not talking to strangers, not leaving the village, and avoiding going out at night, as they uncover the village's secrets.
New Entry in Beloved PlayStation RPG Series Out Now on PS5
Disgaea Mayhem, the latest action RPG spin-off in the Disgaea series, has been released for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features direct control combat, weapon switching, and the ability to grind levels and improve equipment. A Limited Edition is also available for pre-order.
Disgaea Mayhem review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Disgaea Mayhem for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 shifts the series to an action RPG format, retaining its signature humor and deep progression systems like Item World and Reincarnation. While the gameplay experiments with a new genre, the repetitive mission design and a less engaging story prevent it from reaching its full potential, making it a better fit for series fans than newcomers.
Prinny Party: Going Overboard announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
NIS America and Nippon Ichi Software have announced Prinny Party: Going Overboard for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, set to release in 2026. This party game involves players traversing a board, battling demons, and upgrading equipment to defeat the Supreme Overboard, with a focus on competitive cooperation where only one player can claim boss victory.
Disgaea Mayhem demo now available on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, new trailer
NIS America has released a demo for Disgaea Mayhem on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, ahead of its July 23 launch. This action-focused spin-off of the Disgaea series features real-time combat, weapon switching, demon recruitment, and signature progression systems.
