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DIVE INTO SUMMER WITH NEW THEMED MAPLESTORY: IDLE RPG UPDATE
NEXON's MapleStory: Idle RPG has received a summer-themed update introducing new events, daily missions, beach-inspired mini-games, and rewards. The update also adds a new growth system called "Hero's Journey" and a new guild raid challenge featuring the boss Horntail.
Pixel-Blasting Shooter Dungeon Raze Tears Down Walls on Switch, Mobile June 18
The high-octane top-down shooter Dungeon Raze, developed by Kotaru Yoshida and published by Phoenixx Inc., will be released on Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android on June 18, 2026. The game features wall-breaking mechanics, spell-based combat, and multiple game modes. It is currently available on PC via Steam and will launch for $8.99 on Nintendo Switch and $3.99 on mobile platforms.
Etheria: Restart Season SS5 Begins Today, Adding New Hard Mode, Characters, And More
XD Games has launched the SS5 Summer Surprise season for Etheria: Restart, running until August 10, 2026. This update introduces five new playable Animus, a new Hard Mode for the Main Quest, a new boss fight in Grim Pursuit, and a community-driven Strategy Guides system for Animus builds. The game is available on PC, iOS, and Android.
Legend of Aoqi is Officially Live! Begin Your Legendary Adventure Today
Razer Game Services has announced that the spirit collector RPG, Legend of Aoqi, is now officially live on iOS, Android, and PC. The game features strategic team building, evolving story content, and a growing roster of spirits. To celebrate the launch, new players will receive free summons, including a guaranteed Legendary Spirit, alongside various limited-time events, daily login rewards, and exclusive packs.
Nintendo Today 3.3.0 update out now, patch notes
Nintendo has released version 3.3.0 of its Nintendo Today app for iOS and Android. While the official patch notes mention bug fixes, the update also adds Star Fox to the list of favorite characters and game series users can select. Previously, an update in March introduced collectible cards based on The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
Rusty Lake Reveals the Release Date for Its Next Point-And-Click Servant of the Lake
Rusty Lake has announced that their new point-and-click mystery adventure game, Servant of the Lake, will be released on August 13th, 2026, for Android, iOS, and PC via Steam. The game continues the Rusty Lake universe narrative and places players in the role of a servant within the infamous Vanderboom house, exploring its rooms and assisting with the family's alchemical pursuits.
This New Open-World Pokemon Competitor Is Wildly Ambitious
Aniimo is an ambitious open-world creature collector game from Pawprint Studio, featuring a unique "twine" mechanic allowing players to merge with their creatures in combat. The game will launch in Q3 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and mobile platforms as a free-to-play title, with plans for over 200 creatures, a story campaign, trading, base building, and multiplayer elements. Despite its extensive feature set, Aniimo will not launch in early access, and the developers have stated there will be no gacha elements for unlocking creatures.
CELEBRATE THE 2026 WORLD CUP IN 150M PLAYER RAGDOLL PHYSICS MOBILE TITLE, ‘MELON SANDBOX’
Melon Sandbox, a ragdoll physics mobile game with over 150 million downloads, is celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup with in-game football-themed UGC experiences and a special event starting June 26th. Publisher PlayDucky is featuring user-generated content like country uniforms and football worlds, with more details on the World Cup Event to come. The game is free-to-play on iOS, Android, and browser.
FACE THE FINAL PROPHET IN BLUE ARCHIVE’S EX. DECAGRAMMATON CHAPTER 3: THE SKY OF UNITY PART 3 UPDATE
Nexon has released the "EX. Decagrammaton Chapter 3: The Sky of Unity Part 3" update for its anime-style RPG, Blue Archive, on PC, Android, iOS, and Steam. The update introduces new students Kei ★3 and Aris (Armed) ★3, a new event story, a boss raid against 'Malkuth,' and campaign rewards. Nexon will also discuss the game's development at the Nexon Developer Conference on June 17.
1 Million+ Selling There is No Game Spin-off, Crushed in Time, Available on PC Now - Stretch Your Way Through a Development Pipeline Spanning Adventure Today
Crushed in Time, a spin-off of the million-selling game There is No Game, is now available on PC. The adventure game, which features a unique point-and-stretch mechanic and a meta-narrative about game development, will also launch on Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android later this year. Players will control Sherlock Holmes and Watson as they navigate a game's development pipeline to find a missing NPC.
Luis and Daniel Moncada Join OneState in “Under Pressure” Update
The mobile multiplayer game OneState has released its Version 1.1 update, titled "Under Pressure," which features a collaboration with actors Luis and Daniel Moncada, known for playing "The Cousins" in a popular TV series. This update introduces new criminal storytelling elements, in-game character skins for the Moncada brothers, and a new clan-level production system called Rocks Production centered around synthetic diamonds. Additionally, the update adds the Thalmer Trading Platform for player-to-player trading and new cooperative jobs for the medic faction.
KOMPETE Update: Introducing Lockwood Prison Map and Viper Sniper Rifle
KOMPETE has released a new update introducing the Lockwood Prison map, playable in Blitz Royale and Kart Race modes, along with the Viper sniper rifle. Developed by Modernize Games using Unreal Engine 5, the update is available on PC and iOS. The game also emphasizes its Web3 model for cosmetic ownership and features cross-progression across its various modes.
Everything we know about One Piece: Grand Gourmet
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a new restaurant management simulation game developed by Kairosoft. The game will feature over 400 characters from the One Piece universe and a pixel-art style. It is scheduled to launch on October 23, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, iOS, and Android.
Bandai Namco Announces New Management Sim ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet for Multiple Platforms
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet, a new management simulation game set in the ONE PIECE universe. Players will manage a floating restaurant alongside the Straw Hat Crew, focusing on cooking, restaurant design, and customer satisfaction. The game is set to launch on October 23rd, 2026, for Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Wingspan Is Dropping Its First Bird Pack of British Birds Soon!
Monster Couch announced that the first DLC pack for Wingspan, titled 'British Birds', will be released on June 15th, 2026. This pack will introduce 25 new bird species with unique abilities and sounds to the digital version of the game. The DLC will be available on Android, iOS, Steam, GOG, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation, with plans for five more expansions featuring a total of 150 new birds.
Bandai Namco and Kairosoft announce One Piece: Grand Gourmet for Switch 2, Switch, PC, iOS, and Android
Bandai Namco and Kairosoft have announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a restaurant management simulation game set in the One Piece universe. The game will be released on October 23 for Nintendo Switch, PC, iOS, and Android. Players will work with the Straw Hat Crew to manage the Baratie restaurant, create unique menus, and customize the interior.
iOS 27 beta has arrived: Here's how to get it on your iPhone
The beta versions of iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS are now available for download for users with a developer account. This release allows early access to upcoming features and updates for Apple devices.
SHIFT INTO TURBO! GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE REVEALS TOKUSATSU-INSPIRED 'ARK RANGER' UPDATE
Level Infinite announced the upcoming 'Ark Ranger' update for Goddess of Victory: Nikke, arriving June 11 for PC and mobile devices. The update is inspired by tokusatsu heroes and introduces a new character, 'Ark Black,' a story event focusing on her personal journey, and a new costume for Moran. Goddess of Victory: Nikke has been downloaded over 45 million times since launch.
Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition is the hit retro-inspired RPG's final update, but it "sets the stage for the adventure to come"
Sabotage Studio is concluding its post-launch support for Sea of Stars with the Sunset Edition update, which includes a new cinematic intro and expanded flashback content. This update also rebalances Normal and Hard modes and serves as a teaser for the studio's next game, Project Sparrow, which is likely set in the same universe. The game is available on multiple platforms and has surpassed 6 million unique players.
Goddess of Victory: Nikke reveals tokusatsu-inspired Ark Ranger update
Goddess of Victory: Nikke is launching its new tokusatsu-inspired Ark Ranger update on June 11, 2026, for PC, iOS, and Android. The update introduces a new character, Ark Black, a hero-themed story event exploring darker themes, and a new costume for Moran. The game has surpassed 45 million global downloads.
