Steins;Gate
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Japanese gamers reveal their favourite games and the answers might surprise youA survey by Japanese magazine Famitsu revealed that RPGs dominate the preferences of Japanese gamers, with series like Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy being highly influential and desired. Nintendo was named the nation's favorite developer, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was a top pick for recommendations and replaying. The survey highlights a significant difference in gaming tastes compared to Western markets, with a strong emphasis on adventure and anime-style games in Japan.
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.
Steins;Gate Re:Boot Bonus Will Include Retro PC VersionMages will include the retro PC version of Steins;Gate, titled Steins;Gate: Hen’i Kuukan no Octet, as a physical first-print edition bonus for Steins;Gate Re:Boot in Japan. This bonus will not be confirmed for the Western release, which will feature a SteelBook edition. Steins;Gate Re:Boot is set for release on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in Japan on August 20, 2026, with a worldwide English release on Xbox Series X|S and PC on October 29, 2026.
Steins;Gate Re:Boot introduces new “Gamma Worldline” storySpike Chunsoft has released a new trailer for Steins;Gate Re:Boot, showcasing its original "Gamma Worldline" story content not present in the 2009 release. This new route explores a world where the time machine was never completed and Rintaro Okabe faces despair alongside Moeka Kiryu. Steins;Gate Re:Boot is scheduled for release on Nintendo Switch on October 29, 2026.
PS5, PS4 Reboot of Beloved PSP, PS3 Sci-Fi Game Gets Release DateThe reboot of the acclaimed visual novel Steins;Gate, titled Steins;Gate Re:Boot, will launch on Xbox Series X|S and PC on August 20, 2026, followed by PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch on October 29, 2026. This updated version features newly recorded Japanese voice acting, a remade soundtrack, revamped graphics with significantly more artwork, and dynamic character expressions.
Steins;Gate Re:Boot Is Coming West Later This YearSpike Chunsoft has announced that Steins;Gate Re:Boot will be released in Europe and North America on October 29th. This remake of the acclaimed visual novel features redrawn graphics, newly recorded voices and music by composer Tsuyoshi Abo, and new narrative content including an additional ending scenario. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch in Standard and Steelbook Editions.
Jad Saxton is Coming to SacAnime Summer 2026Voice actress and ADR director Jad Saxton has been announced as a guest for SacAnime Summer 2026. Saxton is known for her roles in various anime series and her work as an ADR director. She joins previously announced guests Ming-Na Wen, Brittney Karbowski, and Alix Wilton Regan at the Northern California anime convention.
STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT Will Force Us to Curse That Goddamn Semi-Colon All Over Again on PS5, PS4MAGES is releasing a remake of the sci-fi visual novel STEINS;GATE, titled STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT, on August 20th in Japan for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The remake features refreshed character art, an updated user interface, and new scenarios, with English subtitles planned for the Western release.
Steins;Gate Re:Boot Remake Arrives in AugustMages has announced that Steins;Gate Re:Boot, a remake of the visual novel with updated art and new story elements, will launch in Japan on August 20, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. While the PS4 and Xbox Series X will not receive physical releases, Spike Chunsoft will handle the PC and Xbox versions. The Japanese version will include English subtitles, with worldwide release information to follow.- Steins;Gate Is Getting a ‘ReBoot’ on 6 Platforms Including Nintendo Switch 2 This AugustA remake of the visual novel Steins;Gate is scheduled to launch in Japan on August 20 for six platforms, including the Nintendo Switch. The announcement was made recently, indicating a new version of the popular title is on its way.
PS5, PS4 Getting Reboot of Acclaimed PSP, PS3 Sci-Fi GameSteins;Gate Reboot is coming to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, with a Japanese release set for August 20, 2026, and a Western release to follow. This reboot of the acclaimed visual novel will feature updated visuals, new story content, and user interface improvements. The original game, which launched in 2009, involves a group of students who discover a way to send messages to the past, leading to alterations in history.
Steins;Gate Is Getting Another Remake On Switch 1 & 2 This AugustMAGES. announced that Steins;Gate Re:Boot, a new remake of the acclaimed visual novel, will launch for Nintendo Switch in Japan on August 20, 2026. Spike Chunsoft will publish the game in the west, which features refreshed visuals, a refined UI, and new story content. This marks the second remake of the original 2009 title, following Steins;Gate Elite.
Steins;Gate Re:Boot announced for Nintendo Switch 2, and Switch in JapanMages has announced Steins;Gate Re:Boot for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, launching in Japan on August 20, 2026, with English support. This reboot features updated visuals, a refined UI, and a revitalized story with new scenarios, while retaining the core gameplay mechanics of the original time-traveling visual novel.- Steins Gate Kurisu Makise Nendoroid Basic Figure Pre-Orders Now LiveGood Smile Company and MAGES have opened pre-orders for a Nendoroid figure of Kurisu Makise from the visual novel Steins;Gate. The figure, depicting the character in her lab coat, is scheduled to ship between April and June 2027, with pre-orders closing on June 10, 2026. The article also briefly mentions Steins;Gate Elite and the upcoming Steins;Gate Re:Boot, which will be released on Steam in 2026.
- Steins;Gate Orchestra Concert Promoted with New Chibi Character IllustrationsMAGES is promoting the upcoming Steins;Gate orchestra concert, "A Symphony of Causality’s Melodies," with new chibi character illustrations. The concert will feature a full orchestra performing music from the Steins;Gate series, with appearances by singer Asami Imai and vocalist Kanako Ito. Merchandise featuring these illustrations is also planned.
- Steins;Gate Anime 15th Anniversary Project Announced With New Artwork and ExhibitionMAGES and Kadokawa have launched a 15th-anniversary project for the Steins;Gate anime, featuring new artwork and an upcoming exhibition in July 2026. The project also announced Steins;Gate Re:Boot, a new version with updated visuals and an ending, scheduled for release in 2026 on Steam with English localization by Spike Chunsoft.