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Why You Can’t Stop Playing Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, developed by Arc System Works in collaboration with Marvel Games, offers a unique 4v4 anime-style fighting experience that balances accessibility with high-skill gameplay. Despite a less-than-ideal PC port, the game's responsive controls, gorgeous presentation, and intricate combo mechanics, including Link Combos and the Assemble system, keep players engaged. The article explores how the game's depth, character-specific mechanics, and challenging neutral game contribute to its addictive nature, even for players who are not fighting game veterans.
Final Fantasy 14, Monster Hunter, and Animal Crossing top new survey of games Japanese players have spent the most time…
A survey of 5,400 Japanese players revealed the games they have spent the most time playing, with Final Fantasy 14 topping the list. Other notable entries include Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G, Animal Crossing New Horizons, and Minecraft, while surprisingly, no Pokemon titles made the top 20.
Fight On, Beneath the Endless Skies — Action RPG Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok Is Out Today!
Cygames, Inc. has released the action RPG Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC. The expansion adds new solo and multiplayer content, along with character expansion sets for Fraux and Fediel. An upgrade kit is available for existing owners, and various editions offer in-game bonuses.
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.
Echoes of Aincrad Hands-On Preview: Like An Episode Of The Anime
Echoes of Aincrad aims to capture the magic of the Sword Art Online anime, allowing players to experience a full season within the game's world before the First Arc's conclusion. The preview highlights detailed environments, fluid combat, and a progression system that emphasizes player skill and weapon mastery. The game is set to launch on July 9 for PC and potentially other platforms.
Perfect Ten: Warframe is the most mobile gacha cash grab game that isn’t any of those things
This article argues that Warframe, despite not being a traditional gacha game, exhibits many characteristics of one. It highlights features like character-centric abilities, timed content availability, pay-to-accelerate timers, a multi-purpose microtransaction currency, grind, time-limited events, and daily-capped modes as elements that contribute to its addictive nature.
Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Ragnarok Open Beta Starts Next Week
Cygames announced an open beta test for Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Ragnarok will run from April 24-27, 2026, on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game's full release is scheduled for July 9, 2026. Additionally, the opening movie for the game debuted, and parts of the Granblue Fantasy: The Animation anime and the first volume of the manga are temporarily available for free.
Open Beta Test Confirmed for Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok
Cygames, Inc. has announced an open beta test for Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok, running from April 24-27, 2026, on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Steam. The beta will include new Summons and Primal Burst mechanics. Additionally, the Granblue Fantasy anime and manga will be available for free viewing for a limited time to onboard new players.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Version 2.60 Announced With New Character, Stage
Cygames and Arc System Works have announced version 2.60 for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, introducing a new DLC character, stage, and system mechanics. The update also includes adjustments to existing mechanics and characters. Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.
GDC 2026 | Xbox Play Anywhere Showcase
Microsoft hosted the Xbox Play Anywhere Showcase at GDC 2026, allowing developers to demo upcoming titles like the action RPG Star Dive, the beat 'em up Hit-Em-Up Highrise, and the popular fighting game Invincible Vs. The event also featured surprise appearances from Asha Sharma and Phil Spencer, who engaged with media and the gaming community.
These 11+ PS5, PS4 Games Will Be Delisted in April
Several PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games are scheduled for delisting or online service shutdowns in April. Titles like Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection will be delisted entirely, while others such as Tower of Fantasy and Genshin Impact will have their online services disabled on specific platforms.
These 10 Major PS5, PS4 Games Will Be Delisted in March and April
Several PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 games are being delisted from the PlayStation Store or having their online services disabled in March and April. Titles like Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection will be removed entirely, while others such as The Finals and Genshin Impact will see their online components shut down, though progress may transfer to PS5 versions.
These 12 Major PS5, PS4 Games Will Be Delisted in March and April
Several major PlayStation titles, including Firewall Ultra, The Finals, and Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection, are being delisted from the PlayStation Store or will have their online services disabled in March and April. Some games will remain playable offline, while others will be completely removed. Sony has confirmed that progress for The Finals and Genshin Impact will transfer to PlayStation 5.
Granblue Fantasy Launches on Steam for the First Time Worldwide
Granblue Fantasy has launched on Steam worldwide, marking its first availability outside Japan on PC. Developed by Cygames and CyDesignation, this RPG features turn-based combat, extensive character customization, and a story-driven narrative. The Steam version includes a 16:9 widescreen interface and supports English and Japanese languages.
Granblue Fantasy Launches On Steam | Console Creatures
The mobile and web browser RPG Granblue Fantasy, originally released in 2014, has launched on Steam for international players. Despite praise for its deep combat and character progression, current Steam reviews are "Mostly Negative" due to outdated visuals and the removal of collaboration events. Cygames, Inc. is running a giveaway to celebrate the launch.
PC Granblue Fantasy Released
Granblue Fantasy has been released for PC via Steam, making the JRPG available to western audiences on Windows. This launch coincides with the game's 12th anniversary since its initial mobile release.
Iconic RPG Granblue Fantasy Launches on Steam®
Cygames, Inc. and CyDesignation, Inc. have announced that the JRPG Granblue Fantasy will launch on Steam for PC on March 10, 2026, coinciding with the game's twelfth anniversary. This marks the first time the game, originally released in 2014 for mobile devices and web browsers, will be available to new players outside of Japan with a redesigned 16:9 interface. A social media giveaway campaign is also being held to celebrate the launch.
Granblue Fantasy Steam Preload Goes Live, Launch Imminent
Granblue Fantasy, a popular Japanese gacha JRPG, is now available for preload on Steam, indicating an imminent PC launch. This release allows players to link existing Cygames accounts to retain progress and offers enhanced performance and graphics. The game features a vast world, turn-based combat, massive raid battles, and over 500 playable characters.
