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Master Blue Mary’s Commando Sambo, Available Now in Fatal Fury: City of the WolvesBlue Mary is now available as a playable character in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, launching on March 26. Known for her Commando Sambo techniques, she was first introduced in Fatal Fury 3: Road to the Final Victory. The Legend Edition includes the base game, Season Pass 1, and Season Pass 2, with additional characters and stages planned for release throughout 2026.- Blue Mary Now Available in Fatal Fury: City of the WolvesSouth Town special agent Blue Mary, voiced by Allegra Clark, is now available in SNK's Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves as part of Season Pass 2. She joins the King of Fighters tournament and investigates a disappearance in the Episodes of South Town mode. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The History of Portable Tactical RPGs, Part 2: Game Boy Rivals (1989–2006)This article details the history of portable tactical RPGs on Game Boy rivals like the WonderSwan, Game Gear, and Neo Geo Pocket Color, focusing on hardware features and major titles released between 1989 and 2006. It examines games such as Shining Force Gaiden, Faselei!, and Super Robot Taisen Compact, analyzing their gameplay, reception, and sales figures within the context of the genre's development on handheld consoles.- THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK WELCOMES THE LEADER OF THE LILLIEN KNIGHTS, B. JENETNetmarble has announced a new in-game update for its AFK RPG, The King of Fighters AFK, introducing the new fighter B. Jenet. The update also features several in-game events, including a B. Jenet Pick-Up Event and a Spike Synergy Fighter Summon Event, running until April 1. Players can also participate in the Blossom Town and Lucky Elpy events to earn rewards and obtain legendary pets.
Mabinogi’s 18th Anniversary Celebration Live Through April 9Nexon America is celebrating Mabinogi's 18th anniversary with in-game events and rewards running until April 9. The celebration includes a special story questline, mini-games, daily and weekly challenges, and surprise login bonuses. The article also briefly mentions new demos and releases for The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon, Crimson Desert, Persona 5: The Phantom X, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, and Oceaneers.- Persona5: The Phantom X Version 3.4 Featuring P5R’s Kasumi YoshizawaPersona 5: The Phantom X Version 3.4 is now available on PC and mobile, introducing the "Crossroads of Fate: Laboratory Arc Part 1" event and featuring Kasumi Yoshizawa from Persona 5 Royal. The update includes new palaces, boss battles, and collaboration rewards from other SEGA titles during the SEGA Spring Sale.
- Blue Mary Coming to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves March 26Blue Mary, voiced by Allegra Clark, will be released for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves on March 26 as part of Season Pass 2. The character, first introduced in Fatal Fury 3, will appear in Arcade and Episodes of South Town modes. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
- Blue Mary Zeroes in on Season 2 of FATAL FURY: City of the WolvesSNK CORPORATION announced that Blue Mary, the third DLC fighter for FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves Season Pass 2, will be available on March 26, 2026. Blue Mary, who first appeared in 1995's FATAL FURY 3, utilizes Commando Sambo techniques. The article also details her role in Arcade Mode and the single-player RPG adventure 'Episodes of South Town'.
- LOGOMANCY: What if 'Suika Game' met Word-Building? Steam Wishlist Now OpenLOGOMANCY, a new physics-based word puzzle game inspired by Suika Game and Scrabble, has launched its Steam store page and is now available for wishlisting. The game combines falling letter mechanics with word-building and spell-casting elements, aiming for a PC release with a target price of $4.99 USD. An alpha demo is planned for April 30, 2026, followed by an Early Access launch in late May.
- Blue Mary Joins Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Season 2 on March 26SNK announced that Blue Mary will join Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves' second season on March 26, 2026, as the third character released. The game, which features a new REV System and both Arcade Style and Smart Style controls, is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Blue Mary is voiced by Allegra Clark.
Saudi Arabia firm EGDC now owns 5% stake in CapcomSaudi Arabia-based Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC) has acquired a 5.03% stake in Capcom, amounting to 26,788,500 shares, for pure investment purposes. This follows previous investments by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) in Capcom and other major gaming companies like Electronic Arts and Take-Two Interactive.
Saudi Arabia Fund Acquires Another Slice of Resident Evil Requiem Publisher Capcom, Upping Country's Ownership to 10% - IGNSaudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) and its subsidiary, the Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC), have increased their ownership stake in Capcom to approximately 10%. This move is described as a pure investment, with Capcom's Resident Evil 4 being highlighted as its fastest-selling installment.
Crown prince of Saudi Arabia's Electronic Gaming Development Company acquires 5% stake in CapcomSaudi Arabia's Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC), a subsidiary of the Misk Foundation, has acquired a 5% stake in Capcom, reportedly as a pure investment. This follows a similar acquisition of Capcom shares by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) in 2022. The article also includes commentary from Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks on the challenges and future of the video game industry, including cost inflation, talent acquisition, and the potential of AI.- The Saudi company that owns SNK disclosed a 5% stake in CapcomThe Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC), a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund through its MiSK Foundation, has disclosed ownership of 26,788,500 shares in Capcom. This move indicates a significant investment by the Saudi entity into the Japanese game developer.
- Black Finger JET: An Interview With Shinano Ishiguro of KOHACHI STUDIOShinano Ishiguro of KOHACHI STUDIO, a team comprised of former Metal Slug developers, discussed their upcoming run-and-gun title, Black Finger JET, in an interview with Netto's Game Room. The game is being developed by the studio formed by former Metal Slug developers.
Black Finger JET: An Interview With Shinano Ishiguro of KOHACHI STUDIOShinano Ishiguro of KOHACHI STUDIO, a team comprised of former Metal Slug developers, discussed their upcoming run-and-gun title, Black Finger JET, in an interview with Netto's Game Room. The game is being developed by the studio formed by former Metal Slug developers.
Saudi Arabia now owns just over 10% of Capcom, as another national investment company scoops up more shares in the Resident Evil and Street Fighter publisherAn investment fund connected to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, the Electronic Gaming Development Company, has acquired approximately 5.03% of Capcom's shares. This brings Saudi Arabia's total ownership in the Resident Evil publisher to just over 10%, with the fund also holding full ownership of SNK. The EGDC stated the purchase is purely for investment purposes, aiming to profit from stock valuation increases.- Business and FinanceA Saudi Arabian investment firm, which also owns SNK, has acquired a significant stake in Capcom. Separately, Niantic is leveraging data from Pokemon Go for applications outside of video games, such as aiding robot food delivery.
Saudi Investment Firm Acquires A Significant Number Of Capcom SharesSaudi Arabian investment firm Misk Foundation, through its Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC) branch, has acquired a 5.03% stake in Capcom. The firm, owned by Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, stated the acquisition is for 'pure investment' purposes. This news comes as Capcom celebrates the success of Resident Evil Village and prepares to release new content for Street Fighter 6.- All of SNK’s The King of Fighters ACA NeoGeo Games Are Discounted on iOS and Android, Switch Later Today – TouchArcadeSNK is celebrating the 30th anniversary of The King of Fighters series with significant discounts on its ACA NeoGeo titles for iOS and Android, with Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 versions also receiving price reductions. Individual games are available for $1.99 on mobile platforms, down from their usual $3.99 price.