Tales of Arise
News, coverage and analysis tracking Tales of Arise across the outlets.
Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition gets Law character trailerBandai Namco Entertainment has released a new character trailer for Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition, showcasing the character Law. Law is a close-quarters combat specialist from Cyslodia's Bureau of Observation. The game, a first-class JRPG experience, is set to release on Nintendo Switch on May 22, 2026.
SNK announces new studio lead by Tekken veteran Katsuhiro HaradaSNK has announced an investment in a new studio, VS Studio, founded by veteran Tekken producer Katsuhiro Harada. VS Studio will become a subsidiary of SNK and collaborate on game development. Harada, who previously spent his career at Bandai Namco, aims to combine technology and expertise to deliver top-tier gaming experiences.- Tales of Series Collaborates With RAKU CAFE Beginning May 28Bandai Namco Entertainment announced a collaboration between the Tales of series and RAKU CAFE in Japan, running from May 28 to June 16, 2026. The event will feature new artwork of several series protagonists, exclusive merchandise, a themed menu, and cafe decorations. Online sales for merchandise begin May 28, 2026.
Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition gets Rinwell character trailerA new character trailer has been released for Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition, showcasing Rinwell. The trailer details her in-game story where she joins Alphen and Shionne to rescue a resistance force. Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition is scheduled to launch on Nintendo Switch on May 22, 2026.
JRPGs struggle to break 3 million sales, Xenoblade lead once said, and after his hesitance to focus on cutting-edge tech, Xenoblade Chronicles X's wonky Switch 2 edition may have proven him rightTetsuya Takahashi, director of Xenoblade Chronicles, and Katsuhiro Harada, former Tekken producer, previously discussed the sales limitations of JRPGs, with Takahashi noting a barrier around 2-3 million units. Harada suggested focusing on cutting-edge technology as a solution, a point Takahashi was hesitant about due to budget concerns. Recent releases like Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and Xenoblade Chronicles X's Switch 2 enhancements have not significantly broken this sales barrier, with the latter even receiving criticism for its visual performance.
The Best JRPGs You Can Play on Handheld Devices (2026 Guide)This guide explores why JRPGs are perfectly suited for handheld devices, highlighting the pacing, progression, and flexibility that make them ideal for portable play. It details the best platforms for playing JRPGs in 2026, including the Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, classic handhelds like the PSP and PS Vita, retro handhelds, and mobile devices, while also recommending specific titles for each.
Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition gets Shionne character trailerBandai Namco Entertainment has released a new trailer for Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition, focusing on the character Shionne. The trailer showcases her backstory and her alliance with Alphen. The expansion is set to launch on Nintendo Switch on May 22, 2026.
Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition gets Alphen character trailerBandai Namco Entertainment released a new character trailer for Alphen, the protagonist of Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition, ahead of its Nintendo Switch release on May 22nd. This edition includes the base game and the Beyond the Dawn expansion, marking the RPG's debut on a Nintendo platform.- Daily Video Game Deals Apr 14 – Goat Simulator: Remastered, Date Everything!, Blades of Fire, Bleach: Rebirth of Souls, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake, Redemption Reapers & MoreDaily video game deals for April 14, 2026, feature discounts on titles such as Goat Simulator: Remastered, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake. Savings are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
JRPG fans crushed again as latest Tales announcement turns out to be another bust: "The way they hype things up is…Fans of the Tales JRPG series are expressing frustration over a series of disappointing announcements for its 30th anniversary. A recent teaser from anime studio Ufotable, which had previously worked on Tales projects, turned out not to be a new game, following a similar letdown with a Sword Art Online announcement last month. This has led to widespread fan disappointment and concerns about the series' current standing.
Ufotable and Production IG Working on Tales of Character IllustrationsUfotable and Production IG are collaborating on 188 character illustrations to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Tales of series. The project will begin with artwork from Tales of Phantasia and Tales of Xillia, with artists Akira Matsushima and Tokuyuki Matsutake confirmed to be involved. Separately, a Nintendo Switch version of Tales of Arise, including its DLC, is set to release on May 22, 2026.
Best Fantasy Games To Escape The World In 2026This guide highlights 15 of the best fantasy games available on modern platforms, focusing on titles that offer immersive worlds and engaging gameplay. The list includes a variety of RPG subgenres, from first-person and CRPG to action and turn-based, featuring games like Avowed, Baldur's Gate 3, Elden Ring, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.- Visions of Mana and More Reviews, Reynatis Preview, Age of Mythology Retold Steam Deck Impressions, News, and More – TouchArcadeThis week's Steam Deck Weekly features impressions and reviews for several games including Visions of Mana, Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Party Dash, Gori: Cuddly Carnage, Bloons Card Storm, and Age of Mythology: Retold. The article also covers previews for Reynatis and Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn, alongside news on upcoming releases, DLC, and Steam Deck Verified/Playable updates.
Elden Ring On Switch 2 Shows Big Improvements After Months Of "Performance Adjustment"Elden Ring's Nintendo Switch 2 version has shown significant improvements after months of performance adjustments, addressing initial technical issues seen in a Gamescom 2025 demo. The game now appears better optimized, with footage showing frame rates around 30-40 FPS in handheld mode, and looks promising for the platform's AAA capabilities.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Review – I Am Vengeance - PixelbytegamingThis review discusses the remastered version of Tales of Berseria, noting that Bandai Namco has been re-releasing older Tales titles with improvements. The article questions whether the remaster, which is already available on PlayStation 4 and is the second newest game in the series, is worth purchasing for new or returning fans.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Review | NoobFeedThis review discusses the remastered version of Tales of Berseria, noting Bandai Namco's recent trend of re-releasing older Tales titles. While previous remasters like Tales of Graces and Tales of Xillia received improvements, the release of a Tales of Berseria remaster, the second newest game in the series and already available on PlayStation 4, raises questions about its value for both new and returning players.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Review – Great JRPG, Questionable Remaster | COGconnectedThis review discusses the remastered version of Tales of Berseria, a JRPG from Bandai Namco Entertainment. While the game itself is considered great, the remaster's quality is questioned, especially since the title was already available on PlayStation 4. The article evaluates whether the new platforms and improvements make it a worthwhile purchase for new or returning players.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Review [Capsule Computers]Bandai Namco has released a remastered version of Tales of Berseria, making the game available on more platforms with some improvements. This follows previous remasters of older titles in the series, though Berseria is the most recent game to receive this treatment, already being available on PlayStation 4.
Tales, Elden Ring Publisher Bandai Namco Teases New RPG Reveal - IGNBandai Namco Entertainment, the publisher of Elden Ring and the Tales series, has announced a new role-playing game reveal scheduled for March 5. While speculation includes Elden Ring 2, it is more likely to be a new entry in the Tales series or potentially a Digimon or Dragon Ball game. The announcement will premiere on YouTube.