Ace Combat 8
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Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve flies in with a release date and surprise prequelBandai Namco announced Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will release on October 2, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game will feature first-person cutscenes to enhance narrative involvement and includes a re-release of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War as a pre-order bonus.
PS5 State of Play: every new release date including delayed Tomb Raider remakeSony's State of Play event revealed release dates for numerous games, including Silent Hill Townfall, Ace Combat 8, and Onimusha: Way Of The Sword. Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis was confirmed for a 2027 release, indicating a delay. Marvel's Wolverine is set for September 25, while Dune: Awakening will launch on PlayStation 5 in September.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Taking Flight October 2Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will launch on October 2 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features a cinematic campaign with an emotionally charged story of identity and duty in the war-torn world of Strangereal. A Deluxe Edition offering early access and cosmetic items is also available for pre-order.- Release Dates/WindowsSeveral games have announced release dates or windows. Ace Combat 8: Wings of the Hawk is set for October 2nd, Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered will launch on October 1st, and Hyperwired is scheduled for July 2nd.
Round Up: All the PS5 Reveals from Sony's State of Play for June 2026Sony's June 2026 State of Play showcased a variety of upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, with Wolverine and God of War: Laufey being major highlights. Other notable reveals included new looks at Tomb Raider, Until Dawn 2, ILL, and Onimusha, alongside updates on several other games. The presentation also sparked discussion about the crowded release schedule for late 2026.
Silent Hill Townfall, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Control Resonant all launch a day apart in September as everyone…Several major games are launching in close proximity in late September, including Silent Hill: Townfall and Control Resonant on September 24, followed by Onimusha: Way of the Sword on September 25. This unusual clustering is attributed to publishers avoiding the release window of Grand Theft Auto 6 in November. Other notable releases mentioned include Marvel's Wolverine and Ace Combat 8: Wings of the Dawn.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – May 31, 2026 – Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2 makes first appearanceThe latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart reveals that Star Fox for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 has made its debut at #25. Pokemon Winds and Waves remains at the top of the list, followed by Splatoon Raiders and Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo. The chart reflects reader votes cast between May 13 and May 19.
Is Paradox making a Lego Skylines city-building game? That's what the latest Korean age ratings board update suggestsA Korean age ratings board update has revealed a potential new city-building game titled Lego Skylines, published by Paradox Interactive. This listing suggests a possible collaboration between the Lego brand and the Cities: Skylines franchise, potentially offering a more accessible take on the genre. The update also included ratings for other titles like Persona 4 Revival and Gears of War: E-Day.
New Lego game leaks via ratings board and it's not what you're expectingA new Lego game titled Lego Skylines has been rated in South Korea, suggesting a city-building simulator similar to SimCity or Cities: Skylines. This leak follows other recent ratings for games like Persona 4, Gears of War: E-Day, and Ace Combat 8, and hints at a potential reveal soon. The article also touches on other Lego-related leaks concerning potential sets for Pokémon, The Legend of Zelda, and Donkey Kong.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – May 24, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves with a comfortable leadFamitsu's latest most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from April 29 to May 12, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves in the lead with 784 votes. Nintendo Switch 2 titles dominate the top rankings, with Splatoon Raiders and Persona 4 Revival following closely. The article also lists the top 30 most anticipated games, with Pokemon Winds and Waves slated for a 2027 release.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – May 17, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves lead, Splatoon Raiders moves upThe latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from April 22-28, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves retaining the top spot. Splatoon Raiders has climbed to second place, followed by Persona 4 Revival. The chart reflects Japanese gamers' anticipation for upcoming titles across various platforms.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – May 3, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves clear the competitionThe latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from April 15-21, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with 514 votes. Persona 4 Golden and Splatoon Raiders follow in second and third place respectively. The chart highlights games anticipated by Japanese gamers, with Nintendo Switch 2 titles dominating the top rankings.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – April 26, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves lead the wayThe latest Famitsu most wanted games chart reveals that Pokemon Winds and Waves remains the most anticipated title among Japanese gamers, according to reader votes cast between April 8 and April 14. Other popular upcoming games include Persona 4 Revival and Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo, with Pokemon Winds and Waves slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – April 19, 2026The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from April 1-7, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves retaining the top spot. New entries include Neptunia Unlimited, while popular titles like Pragmata, Persona 4 Revival, and Grand Theft Auto 6 also feature prominently on the list.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, TMNT: Splintered Fate, moreThe North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted titles available for purchase.- Famitsu’s most wanted games – April 12, 2026 Pokemon Winds / Waves is your new #1Pokemon Winds and Waves has topped Famitsu's most wanted games chart for April 2026, based on reader votes cast between March 25-31. Pragmata and Persona 4 Revival follow in the rankings, with several other titles also making their debut or climbing the list.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – April 5, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves still risingFamitsu's latest most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from March 17-24, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves rising to third place. Pragmata and Persona 4 Revival remain at the top of the list, with various Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 titles also featuring prominently.