SoulCalibur 3
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Evening Reading - June 11, 2026This 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.
Tekken 8 game director Kohei Ikeda has left Bandai NamcoTekken 8 game director Kohei Ikeda has left Bandai Namco after two decades with the company, citing a desire to pursue new challenges. Ikeda, who also co-directed Tekken 7, expressed gratitude to the development team for their contributions to the franchise's success. This departure follows that of long-serving Tekken director Katsuhiro Harada, who left Bandai Namco in December 2025 to join SNK.
Tekken 8 director leaves Bandai Namco after 20 yearsTekken 8 director Kohei Ikeda has left Bandai Namco after 20 years, marking another significant departure following producer Katsuhiro Harada's exit. Ikeda, who also worked on Tekken 7 and the Soulcalibur series, expressed gratitude to fans. His departure raises questions about the future leadership of the Tekken franchise, though Tekken 8 continues to receive updates.
Further Frustration as PS Plus' Latest Retro Game Arrives without PS5, PS4 TrophiesTekken: Dark Resurrection, a PSP port of Tekken 5, is now available on PlayStation Plus Premium but lacks Trophies, a common issue with Bandai Namco's emulated retro titles. While Sony's policy allows for flexibility with retro releases, the absence of Trophies in Bandai Namco's offerings is a point of frustration for players hoping for support in games like Ridge Racer Type-4 and SoulCalibur 3. The game itself plays well on PlayStation 5, but the lack of Trophies remains a disappointment.