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GungHo Online Entertainment Brings Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet to Anime Expo 2026
GungHo Online Entertainment America announced its lineup for Anime Expo 2026, featuring the first public demo of Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet. The game, launching exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2027, will showcase its open-world evolution of the original's PvP combat with co-op dungeons and boss battles. Attendees can also win prizes and purchase merchandise related to Ninjala 2, Trails in the Sky, and Puzzle & Dragons.
Hay Day Celebrates Its 14th with a Birthday Music Festival Featuring Joe Jonas
Hay Day is celebrating its 14th anniversary with a virtual Birthday Music Festival featuring Joe Jonas. The event, running until June 30th, includes music-themed decorations, rewards, community challenges, and an original track by Jonas called 'The Cozy Anthem'. Players can collect musical notes to unlock exclusive decorations and participate in a TikTok remix challenge.
Beloved Dungeon Crawler FATE: Reawakened Opens Physical Preorders
Publisher gamigo announced that the dungeon crawler FATE: Reawakened will receive physical editions for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5, produced in partnership with Limited Run Games. Preorders are open until July 19th and include the Prometheus DLC. The physical edition costs $49.99 USD and brings the entire FATE quadrilogy with graphical overhauls and expanded language support.
New Cardcaptor Sakura Mobile Game Appears Next Week
KaraQ and Kodansha are releasing a new mobile diorama game, Cardcaptor Sakura: The Key of Memories, in Japan on June 25, 2026, for iOS and Android devices. Players can collect Sakura Kinomoto miniatures with over 100 outfits and decorate custom room dioramas, with other franchise characters also set to appear. Pre-registrations are open, with over 90,000 sign-ups already recorded.
RF ONLINE NEXT LAUNCHES WORLDWIDE ON PC AND MOBILE
Netmarble has announced the worldwide launch of RF ONLINE NEXT, a sci-fi MMORPG sequel to RF Online, now available on PC and mobile platforms. The game features large-scale warfare, a signature Biosuit system, and an interconnected economic system driven by player activity. Launch celebrations include in-game rewards and events for pre-registered players.
Lucas’ Game Collection Vol. 1 Brings Six Games Spanning Multiple Genres with the Same Unsettling Theme
Lucas' Game Collection Vol. 1, a bundle of six games created by solo developer Lucas Angelo, is now available on the Google Play Store. These titles, developed between 2024 and 2026, explore the theme of being buried alive and span multiple genres including action, simulation, horror, and puzzles. The collection features games like BLOOD LOSS, TIDAL HELL, CASTRATION, FULL METAL SYNCOPE, GIFT, and nDV Neuro DIVE.
Mattel Turns a Viral Meme into the Game MOTU Skeletor: Until Next Time!
Mattel Digital Studios has released a new mobile game titled MOTU Skeletor: Until Next Time!, inspired by a popular Skeletor meme. This endless runner allows players to control Skeletor, collecting coins and using powers while avoiding hazards and He-Man's allies. The game features seasonal content, unlockable characters from the Masters of the Universe franchise, and is available on the Google Play Store.
Celebrate 7 Years of Kabam’s Shop Titans with Massive “Fortunes Unearthed” Content and Events
Kabam is celebrating the 7th anniversary of its fantasy crafting and light adventure RPG, Shop Titans, with the "Fortunes Unearthed" content update. The celebration, running from June 16 to July 13, includes new "Tomb of Titans" expansion, "Lucky 7" events, special offers, and login rewards. Shop Titans is available on PC, Steam, Epic Games Store, App Store, and Google Play.
Hay Day Green Game Jam 2026: Leave it Better Is Helping Restore Harmony Between Humans and Nature
Hay Day is participating in the Green Game Jam 2026 with its 'Leave It Better' event, a collaboration with the Rainforest Alliance focused on environmental conservation and sustainable farming practices. Players can engage in farm decoration challenges and community goals that contribute to real-world tree planting initiatives, aiming to restore harmony between humans and nature.
Barbie™ Horse Ride & Rescue Launches on Mobile
PikPok and Mattel, Inc. have launched Barbie: Horse Ride & Rescue on the App Store and Google Play, with a Steam and Nintendo Switch 2 release planned for 2027. Players can create avatars, rescue and care for horses, customize their appearance, and compete in equestrian events. The game aims to blend PikPok's equestrian game expertise with the Barbie brand for a cozy, immersive adventure.
IRONHIDE ANNOUNCES KINGDOM RUSH 6: GENESIS TD STEAM DEMO, MOBILE PRE-ORDERS, NEW TRAILER AND SEPTEMBER 24 LAUNCH DATE
Ironhide Game Studio has announced a Steam demo and September 24, 2026 launch date for Kingdom Rush 6: Genesis TD. Players can now try the demo on Steam, pre-order the game on iOS and Google Play, and watch a new trailer. The demo features four stages, five towers, and two heroes from the full game.
Pigeon: A Love Story Is an Upcoming Title About Finding Your Soulmate in the Sky
Tiny Dragon Games and Wristwork have announced Pigeon: A Love Story, a new simulation game for mobile and PC where players search for a soulmate pigeon in real-world cities recreated with OpenStreetMap data. The game features a unique Pigeon-Sim technology for autonomous NPCs, multiplayer 'Coo-op' mode, and a meditative soundtrack. A PC demo is available on Steam, with a mobile release planned for later this year.
OneState Drops Version 1.1 Under Pressure Featuring The Cousins from Breaking Bad
The mobile social RPG OneState has released its Version 1.1 update, titled 'Under Pressure.' This update introduces a crossover event featuring Leonel and Marco Salamanca from Breaking Bad, allowing players to interact with and unlock characters and outfits. The update also adds a new clan-level production system focused on synthetic diamonds and a player-to-player marketplace called the Thalmer Trading Platform.
RuneScapeRolls Out Player Avatar with Modernised Models and More
Jagex has released a significant Player Avatar update for RuneScape, marking the game's biggest visual overhaul in over a decade. This update introduces new high-fidelity character models, refreshed hairstyles and beards, and updated clothing options, with further NPC and cosmetic updates planned for later.
Watcher of Realms, the next-gen fantasy RPG, is now bringing Above the Clouds with new heroes and exclusive rewards!
Watcher of Realms is launching the time-limited 'Above the Clouds' event, introducing new Legendary heroes Gu Shi and Su Yue, along with exclusive skins and rewards. The event features three unique modes: Path Seekers, Three Calamities, and Demonic Ruins, and a new real-time card battle mode called Synergy Cards. The event runs from June 12 to June 22, 2026.
To Rule, or to Ruin. Every choice has a cost - Road to Empress II Launches on Steam, App Store and Google Play
New One Studio has launched Road to Empress II, a live-action interactive cinematic experience, on Steam, the App Store, and Google Play. The sequel features approximately 1,000 minutes of new footage, expanded political strategy, and consequence-driven storytelling, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for 2026. The game places players in the role of a political strategist navigating court intrigue and making impactful decisions.
Sky: Children of the Light Set to Drop a New Interactive Event Dear Van Gogh
Thatgamecompany's Sky: Children of the Light is launching a new interactive event titled 'Dear Van Gogh' on July 17, 2026. This event will explore the life, art, and relationships of Vincent van Gogh through exploration, storytelling, and interactive environments inspired by his paintings. The experience highlights his correspondence with his brother Theo and the support of Theo's wife, Johanna van Gogh-Bonger.
Everything Announced At The Wholesome Direct 2026!
The Wholesome Direct 2026 showcased over 50 indie titles, highlighting games like Dressmaker, In The Drift, Usagi Shima, Hidden Folks 2, Beastfolk Barber, PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE, Momento, and Tales of Seikyu. Many titles are slated for release on PC, with some also heading to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Merchandise sales from the event will benefit the Transgender Law Center.
SimTower-Like Sky Lobby Is a Fast Elevator Strategy Sim, Out Now
Sky Lobby, a new strategy puzzle game from Moya Labs, is now available on Android devices via the Google Play Store. The game challenges players to manage elevator traffic within famous skyscrapers, designing routes and optimizing passenger flow. The first three levels are free, with the full game unlockable for $2.99 during launch week.
Sky: Children of the Light Is Publishing a New Book The Art of Sky: Gratitude To Nesting
thatgamecompany is publishing a new art book titled "The Art of Sky: Gratitude To Nesting (2019-2024)" which details the first five years of development for Sky: Children of the Light. Co-authored by Jennie Kong and Yuichiro Tanabe, the 245-page book will be released in Summer 2026 for $100. The game is also currently hosting its Days of Color 2026 event.
