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Square Enix reveals TGS 2026 lineup
Square Enix has revealed its lineup for the 2026 Tokyo Game Show, featuring titles from the Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and Kingdom Hearts franchises. Playable demos will be available for Final Fantasy VII Revelation and Final Fantasy Resonance, with Dragon Quest VII Reimagined also playable. Kingdom Hearts IV will be present but not playable.
Games Inbox: Are online video game fans too negative?
Readers discuss the intense negativity surrounding games like Marvel's Wolverine and Grand Theft Auto 6, questioning whether online fans are too critical. Other topics include the decline of attract modes in modern games, Sony's struggles with live service titles, and the retro gaming market.
Three Square Enix RPGs That Made the PlayStation 2 What It Was
This article highlights three key Square Enix role-playing games that defined the PlayStation 2 era: Kingdom Hearts 2, Final Fantasy 10, and Dragon Quest 8. These titles represented significant technical and narrative advancements for the company and the genre, with many remaining accessible through remasters and remakes.
Dragon Quest announces new collaboration with Google's Gemini for in-person event in Tokyo after DQX's controversial AI-powered companion
Square Enix and Google Gemini are collaborating on an in-person event in Tokyo called 'Gemini Quest' following the controversial launch of an AI companion for Dragon Quest X. The event will feature AR experiences with giant monster statues and offer limited edition 'mini medal' rewards for participants who complete quests.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for TMNT: Mutants Unleashed, BloodRayne Betrayal: Fresh Bites and BloodRayne: ReVamped, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new sales, including the lowest prices ever for TMNT: Mutants Unleashed, BloodRayne Betrayal: Fresh Bites, and BloodRayne: ReVamped. The article lists numerous other discounted titles from various publishers, with prices and original costs provided for each.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026: Watch Day 2 here
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 is underway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, raising money for Doctors Without Borders. The event features speedrunners tackling various games, with a detailed schedule provided for Day 2, including titles like Dragon Quest 11, Super Mario Odyssey, and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart across multiple platforms.
ShackStream: The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 721
The Stevetendo Show is beginning a new playthrough of The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales on Twitch. The streamer compares the game's aesthetic to classic Super Nintendo titles like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Secret of Mana. Future streams will also feature Star Fox and other Nintendo Switch titles.
Wobbly blob hat alert: Final Fantasy XIV is rerunning its Dragon Quest X crossover event on June 25
Final Fantasy XIV is rerunning its "Breaking Brick Mountains" collaboration event with Dragon Quest X from June 25th to July 13th. Players can participate in FATEs to fight iconic stone golem monsters and earn rewards, including a stone golem pet, a King Slime headpiece, and a new Dragon Quest-themed framer's kit for adventurer plates.
Evening Reading - June 11, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game news, including speculation about Destiny 3, reviews for titles like The 7th Guest Remake and Alien: Isolation 2, and a discussion on whether Grand Theft Auto 6 or The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake would be played first. It also highlights Famitsu's 40th anniversary and lists all games that have received its perfect 40/40 review score. The article also touches on non-gaming news such as SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the NBA Finals.
Japanese gamers vote on most influential game and series, favorite character, favorite developer, more
Famitsu magazine's 40th-anniversary survey of over 5,000 Japanese gamers revealed Nintendo as the favorite developer and Mario as the favorite character. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was highly recommended, while Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series dominated influence and sequel requests. Masahiro Sakurai was named favorite creator.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Live Coverage – All the news as it happens
Summer Game Fest 2026 is set to feature numerous game reveals and announcements, including potential updates on Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4, Hideo Kojima's OD and Physint, and a possible Alien Isolation 2. The event will also include showcases from PlayStation and Xbox, with anticipation high for major world premieres.
Mina the Hollower tunnels into our hearts! Pure Nintendo Podcast E164
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode 164 covers Yacht Club Games' Mina the Hollower, upcoming Switch 2 announcements including Dragon Quest XI S and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, and Donkey Kong 64's arrival on Switch Online. The hosts also discuss demos for The Adventures of Elliot and Pictonico, physical releases, and local gaming events in Brisbane.
Nintendo pre-order updates – May 31, 2026 – Dragon Quest 11 S for Switch 2, Ratatan, more
Nintendo has provided updates on pre-order availability for various games and amiibo across North America, Canada, and the UK for May 2026. Titles like Dragon Quest 11 S for Switch 2, Ratatan, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are listed with their respective release dates and retailers. The article also includes updates on books and other merchandise related to Nintendo properties.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (30th May)
Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Mina The Hollower, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Star Fox 64 being prominent. Recent news includes Dragon Quest announcements, a Resident Evil 4 demo, and new mobile app and NSO additions.
Dragon Quest fans are being mean to the new and very tired looking protagonist: "So ugly they had to confirm that…
Fans are criticizing the new protagonist for Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams, with some questioning if Akira Toriyama designed him due to his tired appearance. The article defends the protagonist, noting that Dragon Quest heroes have historically had unconventional designs, unlike the more conventionally attractive characters often found in Final Fantasy.
Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams re-announced after development reboot
Square Enix has re-announced Dragon Quest XII, now titled Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams, following a complete development reboot. Executive producer Yosuke Saito explained that the original vision for "The Flames of Fate" faced hurdles, leading to a fresh start with a new protagonist and technological advancements. Series creator Yuji Horii teased a story about a hero with sleep visions, promising a bright future beyond dreams, while confirming Akira Toriyama's character designs and Koichi Sugiyama's music will return.
Morning Consolidation
PlayStation has confirmed the shutdown of Destruction AllStars, an early exclusive title for the PlayStation 5. Additionally, a launch trailer was released for Escape Simulator, now available on Xbox Game Pass, and a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest XI S was announced.
Dragon Quest 12 restarts development from scratch as edgy tone is scrapped
Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams has restarted development from scratch, abandoning its previously announced darker, more adult tone. Executive producer Yosuke Saito confirmed the overhaul, stating it will be a significant delay before the game is released. Square Enix also announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World for multiple platforms, aiming for a release before Dragon Quest 12.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Announced For Switch 1 & 2
Square Enix has announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World for the Nintendo Switch, with a vague "Coming Soon" release window. Series creator Yuji Horii expressed hope for a release before Dragon Quest XII, though development on the mainline entry has restarted. The announcement offered little detail beyond a teaser trailer.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Stars Bianca and Nera
Square Enix announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, a new entry in the spin-off series featuring younger versions of Bianca and Nera from Dragon Quest V. The game is in development for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with no release date announced yet. Game Programmer Yuji Horii also revealed this new title during the Dragon Quest 40th anniversary update.
