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Famitsu review scores – October 24, 2026 – first score for Hello Kitty Party Land, more
Famitsu has released its review scores for the week of October 24, 2026, with Hello Kitty Party Land receiving a total score of 32/40. Reviewers praised Hello Kitty Party Land for its cooperative mini-games, charming Sanrio characters, and engaging activities like dressing up and farming, though some noted occasional loading times and a lack of strategic depth due to its cooperative focus. Other reviewed titles include We Were Here Tomorrow, Rivage, and Hell Let Loose: Vietnam.
Celebrate the ROX Asia-Pacific 6th Anniversary—SANRIO CHARACTERS collaboration launched!
Ragnarok X: Next Generation has launched its 6th Anniversary Asia-Pacific celebration, featuring a collaboration with Sanrio characters like Hello Kitty and Cinnamoroll. The event, running until November 14, offers free collaboration outfits, limited-edition companions, and other rewards through daily quests. Additionally, two new servers, Swave and Rise Land, have opened, offering various bonuses for new and returning players.
Razer has decapitated Kuromi for its new earbuds, but that's the perfect amount of absurdity I want for my licensed…
Razer has released a new Kuromi Edition of its Hammerhead V3 X HyperSpeed earbuds, featuring a unique design that incorporates the character's head as the charging case. While the $119.99 price point is a $20 increase over the standard model, the article praises Razer for going the extra mile with the theming, making it a desirable accessory for fans.
Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Reveals Year Two Roadmap | Invision Game Community
SEGA has revealed the Year Two roadmap for Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, introducing a new 1v1 Duel Mode, additional gadgets, and six premium DLC packs featuring collaborations with major entertainment franchises. The roadmap begins November 3, 2026, with free character additions like Bayonetta, a McLaren Racing-inspired machine, and Aigis from Persona. The game's standard and deluxe editions have also received permanent price reductions.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Persona, Godzilla, Hello Kitty, and Bayonetta join the increasingly bonkers roadmap for Sonic…
Sega has revealed an extensive Year Two DLC roadmap for Sonic Racing: Crossworlds, set to release throughout 2027. The content includes collaborations with Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Persona, Godzilla, Hello Kitty, Bayonetta, and Evangelion, alongside new tracks and karts inspired by Sega's history.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure is the next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial in North America
Hello Kitty Island Adventure is the next game to be offered in the Nintendo Switch Online Game Trials in North America, running from October 9 to October 15. Active Nintendo Switch Online members can download and play the full game during this period, with save data transferable to the full version. The game will also be available at a 45 percent discount until October 18.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure Update 3.0 'Welcome Home' lets players build their dream homes
Hello Kitty Island Adventure has received its major Update 3.0, "Welcome Home," which introduces extensive home customization for players. The update also adds new features like cabins for other Sanrio characters, a new friend named Marroncream, and a Friendship Pass for cooperative online play. The update is available on Apple Arcade, PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.
Sanrio Opens Pre-Registration for New Mobile Game Sanrio Kawaii Me Live!
Sanrio has opened pre-registration for its new mobile rhythm game, Sanrio Kawaii Me Live!, scheduled for release in January 2027. The game allows players to customize Sanrio characters and stages, featuring both familiar Sanrio songs and new original music from collaborations with Universal Music artists and ZUTOMAYO.
Sanrio fans raise up - Woot's Summer of Gaming sale has dropped this Hello Kitty headset to its lowest price yet
Woot's Summer of Gaming sale has dropped Razer's Hello Kitty Kraken Kitty V2 USB wired headset to its lowest price of $31.99, significantly reduced from its usual $109.99 MSRP. This wired headset, primarily aimed at PC players, features Razer's 40mm Triforce audio drivers, a Hyperclear Cardioid microphone, 7.1 surround sound, and RGB lighting, complete with white cat ears and a pink bow.
Pompompurin is now getting the Razer treatment as a new and ridiculously cute headset has appeared at Target
Razer is releasing a new wireless Bluetooth headset featuring the Sanrio character Pompompurin, available at Target for $139.99 starting October 4. This headset is a re-skin of the Razer Kraken Kitty V2 Bluetooth, incorporating Pompompurin's signature ears and beret design, along with Razer's 40mm Triforce audio drivers and other features like a Hyperclear Cardioid microphone and stream-reactive RGB lighting.
Razer has unveiled even more cute Sanrio Switch 2 console skins at Target, but UK fans can't have them
Razer has launched new Sanrio-themed console skins for the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring characters like Cinnamoroll, My Melody, and PomPomPurin. These skins are exclusively available at Target in the US, with no current plans for UK release. The skins are made from 3M cast vinyl, designed to protect against scratches and scuffs while maintaining full dock compatibility.
Razer's Target exclusive Sanrio keycaps are live, but collecting the full set could cost almost as much as gaming…
Razer's Sanrio Edition Keycaps are now available at Target for $19.99 each, sold as randomized blind boxes. Collecting all five characters, plus a secret sixth design, could cost nearly $100, potentially exceeding the price of some Razer gaming keyboards. Compatibility issues have also been noted, with some users reporting the keycaps do not fit Razer's own Sanrio keyboards.
Razer's cute accessory trend continues as it unveils Sanrio keycaps featuring Hello Kitty and friends holding…
Razer has released new Sanrio Edition keycaps featuring characters like Hello Kitty and Kuromi, available in blind boxes at Target stores in the US. These accessories are designed to fit MX cross-stem switches and are part of Razer's ongoing trend of releasing cute gaming peripherals, following previous collections like Pokemon and Pikachu.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
A collaboration between Heartopia and Sanrio Characters is coming soon, featuring a crossover with the game Dave the Diver. Further details about the collaboration are expected to be announced.
Razer's new cute Cinnamoroll headset is available to pre-order, and this puppy is giving me the cosplay itch
Razer has announced the Cinnamoroll Edition Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT wireless headset, featuring Cinnamoroll's puppy ears and color scheme, making it suitable for cosplay. The headset, priced at $139.99, includes Razer's TriForce audio drivers and Bluetooth connectivity, making it primarily recommended for PC players. A matching gaming chair is also available as part of the Cinnamoroll Edition lineup.
Razer's new Cinnamoroll headphones feature adorable floppy ears — and they're just too cute to pass up
Razer has released the Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT – Cinnamoroll Edition wireless gaming headphones for $139.99, completing their Sanrio collection. The headset features Cinnamoroll's signature ears, Razer's Chroma RGB lighting, and offers up to 40 hours of battery life with a low-latency Gaming Mode.
Hello Kitty Party Land Launches October 29 on Switch and Switch 2
Bandai Namco and Sanrio have announced Hello Kitty Party Land, a new casual party game featuring over 45 mini-games and board games. The title will launch on October 29 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, supporting up to four players locally and online. This marks the debut title from Sanrio's new game brand, Sanrio Games.
Everything Announced at Nintendo Direct June 2026
Nintendo's June 2026 Direct presentation showcased a wide array of upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Key announcements included Rhythm Heaven Groove, Onimusha Way of the Sword, Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Stellar Blade, and a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The presentation also revealed new entries in series like Fire Emblem, Ninjula, Xenoblade Chronicles, and Kingdom Hearts, alongside various ports and spin-offs.
New Junji Ito Figure Is Gyaru Tomie With Hello Kitty
Good Smile Company, in collaboration with Junji Ito and Sanrio, has revealed a new figure based on the Gyaru Tomie with Hello Kitty design. A painted prototype was shown at Good Smile Fest 2026, featuring Tomie adorned with Hello Kitty accessories. While a release date is not yet set, pre-orders are expected soon as the figure is in the painted prototype phase.
Hatsune Miku Cinnamoroll XStellar Figure Wears Summer Marine Outfit
Sega has announced a new XStellar figure featuring Hatsune Miku and Cinnamoroll in summer marine sailor outfits, set to be released in Japan on July 24, 2026. The figure will initially be available as a prize in Japanese arcades, with potential worldwide release through Sega's Amazon storefronts. This collaboration follows previous merchandise releases from Sanrio and Crypton Future Media.
