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Beloved Dragon Quest Game PlayStation 5 Remaster Out Now on PS Store
The beloved Dragon Quest spin-off, Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko's Mystery Dungeon, has received an English HD remaster for PlayStation 5, available for $24.99. This roguelike adventure features a storybook aesthetic and challenging gameplay where decisions matter, with players losing all progress upon defeat. The remaster is also available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PC.
After 43 years, Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii is making a surprise sequel to his NES murder mystery game
A sequel to Yuji Horii's 1983 murder mystery game, The Portopia Serial Murder Case, has been announced with Horii supervising as executive director. The text-based detective game, set in 1980s Kobe, will feature new characters and a new string of murders. It is slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch and PC, though English language support is not yet confirmed.
After 33 years, Japan's most beloved Dragon Quest spin-off and the progenitor of the entire roguelike Mystery Dungeon series is out in English for the first time
Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko's Mystery Dungeon Classic HD, a Super Famicom roguelike untranslated for 33 years, has received a surprise English release. The game, which pioneered the Mystery Dungeon series, is now available for $25 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This HD version features updated visuals and a unique streamer-focused DLC for the Steam release.
Kirby and Metroid Ravenous lead Nintendo Direct but Duskbloods remains MIA
Nintendo's latest Direct showcased new titles for the Nintendo Switch 2, including the open-world Kirby And The World Beyond and the 2D Metroid sequel Metroid Ravenous. Notably absent was any news on The Duskbloods, a FromSoftware exclusive for the platform, leading to speculation about its development status. The presentation also featured updates on Pikmin 4, Mario Kart World, and numerous other third-party and first-party titles.
Every Nintendo Direct Game That You Can Play Right Now
During a recent Nintendo Direct presentation, several games were announced and made available for immediate download. These surprise launches include ports of existing titles, additions to Nintendo Switch Online, and demos for upcoming games on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Square Enix announces Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon Classic HD for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, out today
Square Enix announced Torneko's Mystery Dungeon Classic HD for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 during a Nintendo Direct presentation. The game is available for digital download on both platforms starting today.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World getting demo today
Square Enix is releasing a demo for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World today for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch owners. This allows players to try the game before its full release.
Romancing SaGa 3 Is The Latest Surprise RPG Remake
Square Enix has announced a full 3D remake of the 1995 RPG classic, Romancing SaGa 3, titled Destinies United. The remake will feature upgraded graphics, fully voiced cutscenes, and overhauled mechanics, launching on February 16, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Leak Reveals One Of Its Most Unexpected Worlds
A significant Steam leak has potentially revealed several worlds for the upcoming game Kingdom Hearts 4, including major IPs like Star Wars and Zootopia, alongside previously confirmed Coco. While the leak suggests a broad range of Disney and original worlds, the inclusion of Star Wars is particularly noteworthy. The game is reportedly slated for a 2027 release.
Major Steam Leak Reveals Achievements For Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, And Unannounced Games
A significant leak from Steam has exposed hundreds of achievements for upcoming games, including Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, and Fable. The website Exophase, which tracks game achievements, appears to have scraped these private lists via Steam's API, potentially revealing spoilers and unannounced titles. Valve is suspected to be responsible for the oversight that allowed these achievement lists to become public.
Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4 spoilers may have emerged online amid massive achievements leak for unreleased games
A massive leak has exposed achievement lists for numerous unreleased and unannounced games, including Persona 6 and Kingdom Hearts 4. The leak, potentially originating from Valve's Steam API, has led to widespread spoilers online. While some lists are confirmed to be inaccurate, many appear legitimate, impacting games from major franchises and smaller indie titles.
Possible Steam leak reveals achievements for loads of upcoming games, including some unannounced ones
A potential leak on Steam has exposed achievements for numerous upcoming games, including unannounced titles like Persona 6 and an unannounced Tetris game, as well as Kingdom Hearts 4 and Fable. The owner of achievement-tracking site Exophase claims Valve's API made private achievements accessible, leading to the data scan. While the information should be treated with caution, it may contain spoilers for some anticipated releases.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Star Wars world confirmed by Steam achievement mega leak
A massive leak of Steam achievements has revealed details about over 70 upcoming games, including the worlds planned for Kingdom Hearts 4. The leak confirms a Star Wars-themed world, likely Tatooine, and several other Disney properties such as Toy Story, Zootopia, and Coco. Square Enix is reportedly furious about the accidental leak, which also includes unannounced games.
Massive Steam leak has major spoilers for Persona 6, Fable, Tomb Raider and more
A massive leak of Steam achievements has revealed details for over 70 games, including unannounced titles like Persona 6, Fable, and Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis. The leak, which originated from Exophase, has caused significant concern for publishers like Atlus, Sega, and Square Enix, who are reportedly furious. Valve is facing backlash for the security breach, which has spoiled plot details for story-driven games.
Steam may have leaked achievements for countless forthcoming PC games via a third party site, including Persona 6, Ace…
A third-party site that tracks game achievements appears to have leaked lists for numerous unannounced and upcoming PC games, including Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, and a potential Deus Ex Remastered. These leaks, which have not been verified by Valve or the respective publishers, contain potential spoilers and details about unannounced titles and content like new campaigns.
Major Kingdom Hearts 4 leak surfaces, new worlds revealed
A significant leak has revealed details about upcoming worlds in Kingdom Hearts 4, including strong evidence of a Star Wars-themed world. Achievements for the game, which is slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch, have appeared on Steam, detailing various in-game locations and objectives.
Xbox’s Disc-To-Digital Program Has A Big Problem: Several Major Publishers Aren’t Participating
Xbox's disc-to-digital program is facing significant limitations as major publishers like Sega, Square Enix, Ubisoft, and Bandai Namco are not participating. This means physical copies of many popular games, including Far Cry 4, Final Fantasy 15, and Dark Souls 3, cannot be converted to digital licenses. This lack of participation raises concerns for game preservation, especially given Square Enix's history of requiring repurchase for new console generations.
Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail's final story patch is exactly what the game needed, and has the 4-month wait for Evercold suddenly feeling a whole lot longer
The final story patch for Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, Patch 7.56, is praised as the greatest MSQ patch yet, acting as a prologue to the upcoming expansion, Evercold. It effectively introduces new characters, settings, and hints at future gameplay elements, generating significant hype despite initial criticisms of Dawntrail's narrative.
Why the world needs a Club Penguin successor – that isn't Roblox
Stephen MacDonald, a former senior manager at Disney for Club Penguin, discusses the need for a safe, successor virtual world for children, arguing that Roblox does not adequately protect its young users. He has founded Magic Potion Games to develop Imagine Island, a new game focused on robust moderation and child safety, aiming to fill the void left by Club Penguin's demise.
Xbox disc-to-digital missing Elden Ring and Final Fantasy as publishers including Bandai Namco, Square Enix, Ubisoft,…
Microsoft's new Xbox disc-to-digital initiative is facing criticism as major publishers like Bandai Namco, Square Enix, Ubisoft, and Sega are reportedly not supporting the program. This means popular games such as Elden Ring and Final Fantasy will not be eligible, raising concerns about its effectiveness as a game preservation tool.
