Genshin Impact
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Genshin Impact Luna VIII Update Special Program Airs This WeekHoYoVerse has announced that the special program stream for the Genshin Impact Luna VIII update will air on June 18, 2026. This update is expected to launch on July 1, 2026, and will feature the Fatui Harbinger Marionette as a new playable character. The stream will be available on Twitch and YouTube.
Genshin Impact Anime Short Stars the Marionette SandroneHoYoVerse has released a new Genshin Impact anime short titled "The Final Gift," focusing on the Fatui Harbinger Sandrone and offering insights into her background and relationships. The short also features other characters like Columbina and Alain Guillotin, and hints at Sandrone's upcoming playable debut in Version Luna VIII.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 14, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves still dominatingFamitsu's latest most wanted games chart shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with over 600 votes from Japanese gamers. Splatoon Raiders and Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo follow closely. Super Bomberman Collection - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition makes its debut on the chart.
Japanese gamers vote on most influential game and series, favorite character, favorite developer, moreFamitsu 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.
Meet Sean Chiplock at Anime Impulse Bay Area 2026Voice actor Sean Chiplock, known for his roles in The Legend of Heroes, Persona 5, and Genshin Impact, is confirmed to appear at Anime Impulse Bay Area 2026. The event will take place at the Santa Clara Convention Center from July 18th to July 19th, featuring various industry figures and merchants.
These are our eight favorite games from the PC Gaming ShowThe PC Gaming Show highlighted a diverse range of upcoming PC titles, with several games standing out to the PCGamesN team. Notable mentions include the PS1-aesthetic mystery fishing game About Fishing, the Studio Ghibli-inspired adventure Into the Wind, and the turn-based deckbuilder 2 Fights in 2 Tight Spaces.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 7, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves again on topThe latest Famitsu most wanted games chart shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with nearly 600 votes from Japanese gamers. Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok made its debut on the chart at number 30. The rankings are based on reader votes cast between May 20 and May 25.
Beast of Reincarnation has some stellar voice actors, but one has to play protagonist Emma completely devoid of emotionGame Freak's upcoming action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, set to launch on August 4, features voice actors Yui Ishikawa as the emotionless protagonist Emma and Akio Otsuka in its cast. Game director Kota Furushima explained that Emma's lack of emotion is a key narrative element, with Ishikawa, known for her role as 2B in Nier: Automata, tasked with portraying this challenging character.
Part 2 of Genshin Impact x Calbee Jagarico Crossover StartsHoYoVerse and Calbee are launching the second part of their Genshin Impact x Jagarico snack collaboration in Japan from June to July 2026. The new Jagarico products will feature Knights of Favonius characters from Genshin Impact on their packaging. Genshin Impact is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and mobile devices.
Griffin Burns is Coming to SacAnime Summer 2026Voice actor Griffin Burns, known for his roles in Demon Slayer and Genshin Impact, is scheduled to appear at SacAnime Summer 2026. The convention will feature other guests, musical performances, and fan panels. Tickets for the event, taking place from September 4th to 6th, 2026, are currently on sale.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: May 2026’s top downloadsPlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for May 2026 across PS5, PS4, and PS VR2. In Asia, '007 First Light' led the PS5 charts, while 'NTE: Neverness to Everness' topped the Free to Play charts.- Gacha Banner: Wuthering Waves goes cyberpunk, Genshin intros Lohen, NTE collabs with cream puffsSeveral multiplayer gacha RPGs have released new updates and announced collaborations. Neverness to Everness Version 1.1 adds new content and a collaboration with Beard Papa's cream puffs. Genshin Impact teased a new character named Lohen, while Duet Night Abyss's Silver Torrent update introduces new features and story content. Wuthering Waves will receive a Cyberpunk Edgerunners collaboration in its upcoming update.
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.
It's time to step away from praising cosplay creators to talk about the true heroes of Comic ConThis article highlights the crucial role of volunteer cosplay repair stations, often referred to as 'cosplay hospitals,' at conventions like MCM London Comic Con. These volunteers provide essential on-the-spot fixes for damaged costumes, reducing stress for creators and fostering a supportive community atmosphere.
New Zayne Love and Deepspace Voice Actor ConfirmedPaper Games has announced Junta Terashima as the new Japanese voice actor for Rei (Zayne) in the mobile otome game Love and Deepspace, replacing Takuya Sato. Terashima's performances will be implemented starting in June 2026, with existing lines being re-recorded from late August 2026. This marks Terashima's second time replacing a voice actor in a Chinese-developed game after a similar situation with Genshin Impact in 2025.
Zenless Zone Zero 'copied my puzzle game,' indie dev says, posts a pretty convincing video to prove itIndie developer Michael Kamm has accused miHoYo of copying his puzzle game Ouros for Zenless Zone Zero, providing video evidence of striking similarities in gameplay mechanics and design choices. Kamm claims his work was cloned and attributed to the larger company, highlighting the challenges indie developers face with intellectual property in the gaming industry. Similar accusations have also been made against miHoYo regarding Genshin Impact.
Genshin Impact Codename KFC and Animate Merchandise AppearsmiHoYo is launching two separate merchandise campaigns for Genshin Impact characters Alhaitham and Kaveh in Japan. Animate will host a sale fair from June 20 to July 20, 2026, featuring various merchandise. KFC Japan will run a campaign from June 10 to June 30, 2026, offering special meal packs with in-game items.
HoYoverse to invest billions into AI over the next three yearsHoYoverse, the publisher of Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, announced a significant investment of over 100 billion yuan ($20 billion AUD) into artificial intelligence over the next three years. The company aims to develop an in-house AI ecosystem to enhance future game development, including AI-powered NPCs and automation processes. This initiative positions HoYoverse alongside other companies like Krafton in adopting an AI-first approach to game creation.
FanimeCon 2026 | Car ShowFanimeCon 2026 featured an itasha car show organized by Dreamscape and Senpai Squad, displaying over 20 vehicles from fandoms like Genshin Impact, Azur Lane, and Macross. The event, held in the South Hall, allowed attendees to view and photograph the customized cars, which ranged from classic models to modern builds like the Tesla Cybertruck decorated with Super Dimension Fortress Macross decals.
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.