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Kena: Bridge of Spirits Launches on Switch 2 March 26, Pre-Orders Live
Ember Lab announced that Kena: Bridge of Spirits will launch on Nintendo Switch on March 26 in North America, Europe, and Asia, and March 25 in Thailand, with pre-orders now available. This version includes all updates, the Anniversary DLC, and New Game+. The game is also available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC.
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Teaser Reveals Metal Sonic, Confirms Jim Carrey and March 2027 Release
Paramount Pictures has released a teaser trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 4, confirming a March 19, 2027 release date and the return of Jim Carrey. The trailer also hints at the appearance of Metal Sonic, a character previously teased in a post-credits scene of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, potentially involving time travel elements.
Lies of P Surpasses 4 Million Units Sold Worldwide
NEOWIZ and Round8 Studio announced that their souls-like action RPG, Lies of P, has sold over four million units worldwide. The developers expressed gratitude for the community's enthusiasm for their dark reimagining of the Pinocchio story. Lies of P is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a sequel already confirmed.
Famitsu sales (3/9/26 – 3/15/26) – first week sales revealed for Monster Hunter Stories 3, Fatal Frame 2 Remake
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware sales figures for the week of March 9-15, 2026. The Nintendo Switch led sales, followed by the PlayStation 5. The article also notes the first-week sales for Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Fatal Frame 2 Remake.
Rosalinde Unicorn Overlord 1/6 Scale Figure Up for Pre-Order, Ships February 2027
GoodSmile and Phat Company have opened pre-orders for a 1/6 scale figure of Rosalinde from the tactical adventure game Unicorn Overlord, with shipments expected in February 2027. Unicorn Overlord, developed by Vanillaware, has sold over one million units worldwide and is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Review: WiZmans World Re;Try Tries to Make Grinding Exciting
WiZmans World Re;Try, a localized version of a 2010 Nintendo DS JRPG, is now available on modern platforms. The game features an interesting Anima Fusion system for character customization but suffers from repetitive grinding. Despite its flaws, it offers a glimpse into past JRPG design.
Popular PS3 RPG Finally Shutting Down Multiplayer After 12 Years
Electronic Arts will shut down the multiplayer servers for Dragon Age: Inquisition on PlayStation 3 in April 2026, after 12 years of service. While the PlayStation 4 version remains unaffected, the PS3 shutdown might also impact the ability to import game saves from older Dragon Age titles. The article also briefly mentions the critical and commercial failure of the recent Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
Mega Man Star Force ~(Re)Birthday~ Manga Now Available in English; Takes Place 1 Year After Star Force 3
Capcom has released Mega Man Star Force ~(Re)Birthday~, a new one-shot manga set one year after Star Force 3, in English. The story involves the cast reuniting for Geo Stelar's birthday and confronting a revived Crimson Dragon. The Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection, featuring all three games with updated soundtracks and online functionality, will be released on March 27, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Missing PS Plus Game Quietly Returns to Catalog After 4 Months
The PlayStation Plus game Totally Reliable Delivery Service has returned to the Extra catalog after a four-month absence. The multiplayer party game, which has over 14 million downloads, disappeared following the release of its native PlayStation 5 version. This reappearance suggests a resolution to a catalog glitch that has affected other titles.
Hyperdimension Neptunia ∞ (Neptunia Unlimited) Launches August 27 in Japan
Compile Heart announced that Hyperdimension Neptunia ∞ (Neptunia Unlimited) will launch on August 27, 2026, in Japan for PlayStation 4 (digital-only), PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game features Neptune alone in a white space after a meteor strike, gaining the ability to 'retry' and loop between endings. New gameplay mechanics include aerial traversal and combat, with new costumes by Tsunako and four new goddesses inspired by new game hardware.
Neptunia Unlimited announced for PS5, Switch 2, PS4, and Switch
Compile Heart has announced Neptunia Unlimited, the next installment in the Neptunia series. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch.
Blue Mary Joins Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Season 2 on March 26
SNK announced that Blue Mary will join Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves' second season on March 26, 2026, as the third character released. The game, which features a new REV System and both Arcade Style and Smart Style controls, is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Blue Mary is voiced by Allegra Clark.
PS5's New Castlevania the Star of 40+ Game Showcase Presentation Next Month
The Triple-i Initiative showcase will feature over 40 indie and AA titles on April 9th, 2026. Notably, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse from developer Evil Empire will be present. While not all games will be available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, a significant number are expected.
Sony to Drop PSN Branding Later This Year, New Report Claims
Sony Interactive Entertainment plans to phase out the PlayStation Network and PSN branding by September 2026. This change will be purely visual, unifying the branding of its online services without affecting core features like multiplayer and trophies. The company aims to simplify and unify its branding across all assets.
Aspyr Pushes Back On Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered Outfits Backlash, Insists 'No AI Generated Assets Were Used' - IGN
Aspyr, the publisher of Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, has denied using AI-generated assets for new outfits added in a recent update, stating they were created by their artists. This comes after significant backlash from players who criticized the quality of the new outfits, with some claiming they appeared "melting" and featured "pixelated and squiggly textures." Aspyr has stated its priority is to release a patch addressing texture issues and technical bugs.
[Is there a body out there for me?] A Coming-of-Age Adventure of a Boy who Believes He's an Ancient Tomb
PLAYISM announced that the coming-of-age adventure game, The Little Tomb: The Maholova Club and the Search for a Dead Body, developed by CAVYHOUSE, is now available digitally for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. A 10% launch discount is available until April 14.
New LEGO Party! Update Brings Bonus Bricks and More
The latest update for LEGO Party!, developed by SMG Studio, LEGO Group, and Fictions, introduces "Bonus Bricks" to Challenge Zones and a new "Bonus Brick Zone" for voting on Golden Bricks. The update also adds over 15 new Minifigures, new 2v2 Minigames for Brick Battles and Minigame Rush, and supports cross-platform play on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Version 1.3.1 Adds New Mode, Gadgets, and Matchmaking Updates
Sega has released version 1.3.1 for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, introducing a new Frenzy Mode, eight new gadgets, updated matchmaking systems, and new collaboration decals. The update also includes balance adjustments for races and gadgets, and fixes numerous bugs across various game modes and courses.
Decollate Decoration coming to PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch on April 17
Publisher Kemco and developer KANEKODO announced that the pixel art point-and-click adventure game Decollate Decoration will be released on April 17 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a distinctive pixel art style.
Mega Man Blasts onto PS5, PS4's Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds with DLC Launch Next Week
The Mega Man DLC pack for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will launch on March 25, 2026, adding Mega Man and Proto Man as playable characters along with a new vehicle and race course based on Dr. Wily's Castle. Future DLC packs are planned for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Avatar Legends, with free characters also being added in April and May.
