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Steins;Gate Re:Boot English Switch, Switch 2, and PS5 Release Set for OctoberThe English version of the visual novel remake Steins;Gate Re:Boot will launch on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC on October 29, 2026, in North America. The Xbox Series X and PC versions will be released on August 20, 2026, which is the same day as the Japanese release across all platforms. Both standard and Steelbook physical editions will be available.
Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Switch 2 Games Still Set for 2026Kadokawa's fiscal year report indicates that The Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition are still slated for release in 2026 on the Nintendo Switch 2. While not a definitive confirmation, the report also mentions Danganronpa 2 x 2 for a 2026 release across multiple platforms. Specific release dates for Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods have not yet been announced.- Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Switch 2 Games Still Set for 2026Kadokawa's fiscal year earnings report indicates that both the new game The Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition are still slated for a 2026 release on the Nintendo Switch 2. While not a definitive confirmation, the report also mentions Spike Chunsoft's Danganronpa 2 x 2 for a 2026 release across multiple platforms. Specific release dates for The Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition have not yet been announced.
Danganronpa 15th Anniversary Orchestra Concert AnnouncedKadokawa announced a Danganronpa 15th anniversary orchestra concert titled "Melodies of Hope and Despair" to be held in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan, on August 11, 2026. The event will feature performances by the Heartbeat Symphony group, conductor Kento Takeuchi, voice actress Megumi Ogata, and composer Masafumi Takada, with voice-only announcements by Hiro Shimono and Kana Hanazawa. Ticket lotteries are open until May 24, 2026, with various pricing tiers and special provisions for students.
Steins;Gate Re:Boot Remake Arrives in AugustMages has announced that Steins;Gate Re:Boot, a remake of the visual novel with updated art and new story elements, will launch in Japan on August 20, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. While the PS4 and Xbox Series X will not receive physical releases, Spike Chunsoft will handle the PC and Xbox versions. The Japanese version will include English subtitles, with worldwide release information to follow.
PS5, PS4 Getting Reboot of Acclaimed PSP, PS3 Sci-Fi GameSteins;Gate Reboot is coming to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, with a Japanese release set for August 20, 2026, and a Western release to follow. This reboot of the acclaimed visual novel will feature updated visuals, new story content, and user interface improvements. The original game, which launched in 2009, involves a group of students who discover a way to send messages to the past, leading to alterations in history.
Steins;Gate Is Getting Another Remake On Switch 1 & 2 This AugustMAGES. announced that Steins;Gate Re:Boot, a new remake of the acclaimed visual novel, will launch for Nintendo Switch in Japan on August 20, 2026. Spike Chunsoft will publish the game in the west, which features refreshed visuals, a refined UI, and new story content. This marks the second remake of the original 2009 title, following Steins;Gate Elite.
2024 PS5 Action RPG Just $3.99 on the PS StoreThe action RPG Crystar is currently available for $3.99 on the PlayStation Store, an 80% discount from its original $19.99 price. This sale applies to both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions and runs until May 7, 2026. Originally released in 2018, Crystar received a Nintendo Switch port in 2022 and a PlayStation 5 version in 2024.- Rogue Trooper Movie Teaser Trailer ReleasedThe first teaser trailer for the fully animated sci-fi film Rogue Trooper, directed by Duncan Jones and based on the 2000 AD comic, has been released. The film features a voice cast including Hayley Atwell, Jack Lowden, and Sean Bean. The article also briefly mentions other gaming-related news including a Sonic the Hedgehog pop-up cafe, Metal Slug's 30th anniversary, ARC Raiders winning a BAFTA award, and upcoming film adaptations of Elden Ring and Dragon Ball.
- Official Metal Slug 30th Anniversary Project RevealedSNK has officially launched the Metal Slug 30th Anniversary project, featuring a special illustration by Eisuke Ogura and a retrospective video. The announcement coincides with a giveaway campaign for merchandise. The article also briefly mentions other gaming news, including BAFTA award winners, upcoming film and game releases for Elden Ring and Dragon Ball titles, and updates for ARC Raiders and White Knuckle.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero evolves this summer with Super Limit Breaking NEO expansion DLCBandai Namco Entertainment and Spike Chunsoft have announced the Super Limit Breaking NEO expansion for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, set to release this summer. The DLC will add over 30 new fighters, more than 20 customization options, four new stages, and a new PvE mode called Limit Breaker Journey. A free update will also rework the battle system with new mechanics like Chain Blasts and Sparking! Boost.
No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files reviewAI: The Somnium Files - No Sleep for Kaname Date is a surreal adventure game that bridges the gap between the first two titles in the series. While not ideal for newcomers, it offers a compelling narrative with mind-diving gameplay, though some puzzles and pacing issues are present. The game features striking visuals and retains the eccentric charm of its predecessors.
Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero Super Limit Breaking NEO Announced | Console CreaturesBandai Namco and Spike Chunsoft announced Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero Super Limit Breaking NEO, an expansion for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, releasing this summer. The DLC adds 30 new fighters, new costumes, items, Super Attacks, and a new roguelike-inspired game mode. A new battle system with Chain Blasts and Sparking! Boost is also included.- DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO Super Limit Breaking NEO Launching This SummerBandai Namco Entertainment and Spike Chunsoft announced that DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO Super Limit Breaking NEO will launch this summer, adding new characters like Bardock, Super Saiyan, and Super 17, along with new stages and a new game mode. A free update introducing a new battle system will also be released for DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO to Get Over 30 New Characters, 4 Stages in Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLCSpike Chunsoft and Bandai Namco announced the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC for Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO, adding over 30 new characters, customization options, and four new stages. A free update will also introduce a new battle system. The DLC and update will be available for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.- Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero Super Limit Breaking NEO DLC Announced for Summer 2026Bandai Namco and Spike Chunsoft announced the Super Limit Breaking NEO DLC for Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero will launch in Summer 2026, featuring over 30 new characters and a new game mode. The game, developed with Unreal Engine 5, is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC, with Switch versions releasing November 14, 2025.
- Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO DLC ‘Super Limit-Breaking NEO’ announcedBandai Namco Entertainment and Spike Chunsoft have announced the 'Super Limit-Breaking NEO' downloadable content for Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO. Further details about the DLC's content and release are expected soon.
- Shuten Order Physical Release for Switch and Switch 2 Delayed By a Week Due to "Ongoing Global ShippingSpike Chunsoft has delayed the North American physical release of Shuten Order for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 by one week to April 30, 2026, citing global shipping disruptions. The European release remains unchanged. The multi-genre adventure game developed by Neilo and planned by Tookyo Games will be available physically for $59.99 on Switch 2 and $49.99 on Switch.
- Steins;Gate Orchestra Concert Promoted with New Chibi Character IllustrationsMAGES is promoting the upcoming Steins;Gate orchestra concert, "A Symphony of Causality’s Melodies," with new chibi character illustrations. The concert will feature a full orchestra performing music from the Steins;Gate series, with appearances by singer Asami Imai and vocalist Kanako Ito. Merchandise featuring these illustrations is also planned.
No Sleep For Kaname Date - From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES Review | TheXboxHubNo Sleep For Kaname Date – From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES is the third entry in Spike Chunsoft's AI series, offering a bonkers mystery with detective and escape room elements. While the presentation and voice acting are polished, the story can be a convoluted mishmash of conspiracy theories. The gameplay is split into real-world investigation, virtual dreamscapes (Somniums), and escape room puzzles, which can be frustratingly obtuse at times but ultimately provide a decently fun, albeit strange, experience.