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One Piece: Grand Gourmet Sets Sail October 23 with a Floating Restaurant Management Sim
Bandai Namco announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a new management simulation game set in the One Piece universe, launching October 23, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile platforms. Players will manage a floating restaurant alongside Sanji and the Straw Hat Crew, creating menus, gathering ingredients, and serving over 400 characters in a pixel-art style.
ONE PIECE: GRAND GOURMET Announced
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet, a new management simulation game based on the popular anime series. The game is set to release on October 23rd for PC, Nintendo Switch, the upcoming Switch 2, and mobile platforms.
Where Winds Meet is Out Today, With Exclusive XBOX Game Pass Benefits and a New Expansion on the Way
The Wuxia open-world action RPG Where Winds Meet is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and cloud gaming, with exclusive benefits for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. The game also received a preview of its upcoming major expansion, Hidden Mountain, which will introduce a new mountainous region and the secretive Mohist sect.
Video game that predicted the last four World Cup winners reveals its 2026 pick
EA Sports FC 26 has predicted Spain to win the upcoming World Cup, continuing a tradition of accurate tournament simulations. The game's "The World's Game" update includes a new tournament mode, designed to incorporate the World Cup experience after EA lost the FIFA license. Meanwhile, FIFA is releasing its own mobile and arcade-style games related to the event.
RF ONLINE NEXT TO LAUNCH GLOBALLY ON June 16
Netmarble announced that its sci-fi MMORPG RF ONLINE NEXT will launch globally on June 16 for PC and mobile platforms. The game features a dynamic Biosuit system, massive battlefield tools, and powerful summons. Following successful launches in Korea, Japan, and Taiwan, the global release will include expanded language support and in-game rewards for pre-registered players.
New Honkai Impact 3rd Seele Battlesuit Arrives in 8.9
HoYoVerse has announced a new S-rank battlesuit for Seele Vollerei in Honkai Impact 3rd, named Wings of Panacea, arriving in update 8.9 around late June 2026. This new iteration, which deals Lightning damage with a scythe and supports the Astral Ring mechanic, is the fifth version of Seele in the game. Honkai Impact 3rd is available on PC and mobile devices.
NETMARBLE’S SOLO LEVELING: KARMA TO TAKE THE STAGE AT ANIME EXPO 2026
Netmarble will host a panel for its upcoming roguelite action RPG, Solo Leveling: KARMA, at Anime Expo 2026 on July 4. The panel, titled "Solo Leveling: KARMA - Expanding Universe," will feature English voice actor Aleks Le and the development team, showcasing new gameplay footage and insights into the game's original storyline. The game is currently in development for mobile and PC.
Sea of Stars Sunset Edition and Switch 2 Version Announced
Sea of Stars will receive a Nintendo Switch 2 version and a Sunset Edition update on June 8, 2026. Existing Switch owners can get the new port for free, and the Sunset Edition includes new cosmetic items and rebalanced difficulty settings for all platforms. The game previously received a free expansion, Throes of the Watchmaker, in 2025.
Persona 5: The Phantom X Original Character Popularity Poll Voting Opens
Atlus has launched an official popularity poll for original characters in the mobile and PC game Persona 5: The Phantom X, running until June 30, 2026. The top five characters will be featured in a wallpaper and a special video. The game is also receiving crossover fighters from Persona 3 Reload, with more SEES members expected.
Back to the North: GRYPHLINE Gives Sneak Peek Into the Future of Arknights: Endfield
GRYPHLINE has released the "Back to the North" trailer for Arknights: Endfield, offering a preview of the game's upcoming update and new narrative content. The trailer highlights the return of Arcane and expands on the game's real-time squad combat and industrial sci-fi setting. Arknights: Endfield is available on PlayStation 5, PC, and mobile devices, featuring cross-platform progression and advanced graphical options.
Indie game Dogpile is coming to Switch and mobile
The indie game Dogpile is set to release on the Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms. Further details about the game's content are expected soon.
Crushed In Time interview with director Pascal Cammisotto
Pascal Cammisotto, director at Draw Me a Pixel, discusses the upcoming adventure game Crushed In Time, which stars Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson trapped within a failed video game. The game features a unique stretch-and-pull mechanic and meta-narrative elements inspired by the developers' previous title, There Is No Game. Crushed In Time is set to release on PC in June, with Nintendo Switch and mobile versions planned for later in the year.
Average age of US gamer is 37 according to study
A new report from the ESA reveals the average age of US gamers has risen to 37, with half of all players being 35 or older. Mobile gaming remains the most popular platform, followed by PC and consoles. Puzzle games are the most played genre among Americans.
Cozy Japanese handcrafted diorama game coming to PC
Miniature Land: Four Seasons, a handcrafted diorama puzzle game developed by Hidehiro Nakamura, is coming to PC via Steam later this year. Originally released for mobile devices with high ratings, the game challenges players to navigate and escape miniature, handmade environments across four seasons. The title emphasizes tactile textures and immersive environmental sounds.
Surprise! Cult hit Vampire Survivors is getting a new name, Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton, plus a new free expansion pack
Cult hit Vampire Survivors is undergoing a name change to Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton to distinguish its core title from new 'Survivaton-like projects'. A new expansion, Legacy of the Bloodmoon, is set to launch this summer, adding new characters, weapons, music, and a new stage. The game is also receiving a Nintendo Switch 2 version and price adjustments for existing DLC.
Vampire Survivors Announces Switch 2 Version, New DLC And Name Update
Poncle has announced a new chapter for Vampire Survivors, including a Nintendo Switch 2 version with improved performance and mouse support. The 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC will launch this summer with new characters, weapons, and a stage, while the base game will be renamed to 'Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton' as part of the new 'Survivaton' initiative. Additionally, a new Japanese subsidiary, Poncle Japan, has been established.
Next Vampire Survivors DLC Expansion Is Legacy of the Bloodmoon
Poncle has announced a new DLC expansion for Vampire Survivors, titled Legacy of the Bloodmoon, which will feature new characters, weapons, and a new stage called Red Moon Manor XL. The DLC is slated for release in 2026 and will be available on all platforms, including PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and mobile devices. The announcement was made during the Future Games Show Summer Showcase, with a trailer and Steam page providing further details.
Hand-drawn interactive searching game Hidden Folks 2 is coming next year
The hand-drawn interactive searching game Hidden Folks 2 is scheduled for release next year. It will be available on PC and mobile platforms, with a potential release on Nintendo Switch at a later date.
Everything New In Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 introduces a new map called Shattered Coast, featuring remixes of existing locations and a completely new geography. The season's core gameplay mechanic revolves around collecting and banking 'sprites' which grant abilities and can be leveled up. New additions include a battle pass with eight skins, including a John Wick collaboration, four new weapons, and a new movement item called Seven Sliders. An upcoming 'Extraction' mode is also teased, where teams can win by boarding the Battle Bus before it rifts out.
Netflix Is Dropping FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition for Its Games on TV
Netflix is launching FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, a new sports game designed for TV play with mobile phone controllers. Developed and published by Delphi Interactive, the game allows up to four players to select from 48 national teams and play in 16 stadiums across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The title is available at no extra charge for all Netflix membership plans and is rolling out in various countries after limited testing in Brazil and Germany.
