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The next game on GOG's preservation list would be your favourite ARPG if it hadn't released the same year as…
GOG has announced that the 2000 action RPG NOX will be inducted into its Preservation Program after winning a patron poll. This initiative ensures that NOX will be supported and kept easily playable on modern PCs. NOX won the poll against other classic titles like Lands of Lore 1 + 2 and Might and Magic 7: For Blood and Honor, with GOG committing to similar preservation efforts as seen with Thief.
Limited Run Brings Limitless Fun to San Diego Comic Con 2026
Limited Run Games has announced its plans for San Diego Comic-Con 2026, featuring exclusive physical game editions, creator signings, and playable demos. Attendees can find special cover variants for MARVEL MaXimum Collection, CAPCOM Arcade Stadium Vol. 1, and JAWS: Retro Edition. Writer and creator Adam Tierney will also be present to sign exclusive River City Girls comic books.
Star Ocean 30th anniversary live stream set for this month
Square Enix will host a 30th anniversary live stream for the Star Ocean franchise on July 19th. While the event will celebrate the JRPG series, the company has stated that no new game information will be revealed.
Nintendo Music Takes To The Court With A Mario Tennis Album Update
Nintendo has updated its mobile application with the soundtrack for Mario Tennis Aces, featuring 26 tracks composed by Motoi Sakuraba. This addition follows recent updates that included music from Tomodachi Life and Super Mario Galaxy. Access to the Nintendo Music service requires an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription.
Square Enix Japan Launches Star Ocean 30th Anniversary Survey
Square Enix Japan has launched a survey to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Star Ocean series, running until May 10, 2026. Participants receive Square Enix Members points, and six winners will receive hand-drawn illustration boards by Yukihiro Kajimoto. Participation requires logging in with a Square Enix account via the official mobile app, with prizes limited to Japan.