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Planet Coaster 2: Parades Announced
Frontier Developments has announced Planet Coaster 2: Parades, the largest DLC pack to date for Planet Coaster 2. It is scheduled to launch on June 25th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series.
Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea debut trailer
Natsume and IMAGICA GEEQ have released the debut trailer for Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea, showcasing its open-world exploration, farming, and adventure elements. The game is set to launch on September 24 for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series consoles.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger free update launches July 9, adds Terriermon Assistant, Graphics Mode options, more
Bandai Namco and Media.Vision are releasing a free update for Digimon Story: Time Stranger on July 9 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, and July 10 for Nintendo Switch. The update adds Terriermon Assistant as a playable character, a Photo Mode, and a Graphics Mode selection option, allowing for up to 60 frames per second on consoles.
GRIME II arrives at retail on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series as the Definitive Edition on September 15, 2026
Microids announced that GRIME II Definitive Edition will be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series on September 15, 2026. Developed by Clover Bite and published by Kwalee, this retail version includes the base game, a reversible inlay, boss cards, and a mini poster world map. GRIME II is a Metroidvania where players absorb enemy forms to gain abilities and explore a surreal world.
My Hero Academia: All’s Justice coming to Switch 2 on September 3 in Japan, September 4 worldwide
Bandai Namco and Byking announced that My Hero Academia: All's Justice will launch for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3 in Japan and September 4 worldwide. The game, which previously released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, will also receive free "Mini Game (All 10 Types)" content for all versions. The title is a 3v3 fighting game set during the final arc of the My Hero Academia manga.
Genshin Impact Version Luna VIII update ‘Song of the Welkin Moon: Scherzo – Sunny Summer Fontinalia’ launches July 1
miHoYo announced that Genshin Impact Version Luna VIII update, "Song of the Welkin Moon: Scherzo – Sunny Summer Fontinalia," will launch on July 1 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. The update introduces a new character, Sandrone, a new Cryo-Electro reaction called Stellar-Conduct, and a permanent new area on the moon with ancient ruins and unique exploration mechanics. The update also features the Fontinalia Film Festival event, summer-themed content in Miliastra Wonderland, and gameplay enhancements for the Craftspeople editor.
The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Switch, and PC
Outright Games and Casual Brothers, in cooperation with Dr. Seuss Enterprises, have announced the adventure game sequel The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas. It is set to launch on September 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Players will control the Grinch, collecting ornaments and using gadgets to decorate Christmas trees.
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The space-themed farming simulator Farlands, developed with Eric Rodriguez, will leave Early Access on July 16th and is available now as a demo on Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Xbox One. Players will manage a farm on a barren planet, explore other celestial bodies for resources, and can even marry characters they meet.
Recension – EA Sports UFC 6
EA Sports UFC 6 offers a familiar experience with minor adjustments rather than significant overhauls, despite a three-year development cycle. New features include a story-driven campaign mode called "The Legacy" and a "Hall of Legends" mode showcasing fighter highlights. While the game attempts to replicate real-life fighter movements and introduces a "flow mode" mechanic, it ultimately delivers a stable but unmemorable experience, similar to its predecessor, EA Sports UFC 5.
Dispatch ‘HR Violations Update’ now available, addresses some censorship on Switch 2 and Switch
AdHoc Studio has released the free "HR Violations Update" for Dispatch, adding optional censorship features to the PlayStation 5 and PC versions, and addressing censorship on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The update allows players to choose between partial or full coverage for visual and audio content, with different styles like Mosaic, Chaotic, and Blackout available depending on the region.
Recension – The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is an action RPG from Team Asano that evokes classic Japanese adventure games with its HD-2D visuals and evocative soundtrack. While the story involves time travel across four eras and the combat system shines on harder difficulties, the narrative can feel thin and some side quests are mere padding. Despite its flaws, the game's charm, world-building, and sense of adventure make it an enjoyable experience, especially for fans of the genre's golden age.
Sanuk Games announces “In the Hot Seat”, a political comedy game on PC and consoles.
Sanuk Games has announced "In the Hot Seat," a political comedy game set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. Players will interview fictional political candidates, challenging their statements and identifying contradictions or logical fallacies in a talk show format. The game aims to tackle serious political matters with light-hearted comedy.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles version 1.5.0 ‘Enhanced’ update now available, adds New Game+ and more
Square Enix has released version 1.5.0 'Enhanced' for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, introducing a New Game+ mode that carries over unit levels and items from previous playthroughs. The update also adds Zodiac Compatibility checks, retains camera settings during battles, and includes text support for Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean.
Persona 4 Revival English voice cast announced
ATLUS has revealed the new English voice cast for the upcoming remake Persona 4 Revival. The game will feature new voice actors for the protagonist, Yosuke, Chie, Yukiko, and Marie, while the Japanese cast remains the same. Persona 4 Revival is scheduled for release on February 18, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series, and will be available on Game Pass.
Leafy Corner launches July 30
The cozy shop management game Leafy Corner is set to launch on July 30 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Fireline Games, the game allows players to grow, sell, and care for over 100 unique houseplants, decorate their shop, and fulfill customer orders.
The Planet Crafter coming to PS5, Xbox Series on July 21
Miju Games announced that the space survival and crafting game The Planet Crafter will be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series on July 21, with PC availability also expanding to the Microsoft Store. The game, which has been in Early Access on PC since March 2022, focuses on terraforming a hostile planet to make it habitable for humans, featuring cooperative multiplayer for up to eight players.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival launches October 8
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, a survival horror action game, is set to launch on October 8 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Developed by Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games, the game features a new story within the Hellraiser universe and will be available in Standard and Deluxe editions. Pre-orders include exclusive in-game cosmetic items.
Arcade Archives Space Cyclone launches June 18
Hamster announced that Arcade Archives Space Cyclone will launch on June 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch, with a separate version for PlayStation 4 and Switch. The game, originally released by TAITO in 1980, features classic arcade gameplay with modern enhancements like save states and rewind functionality. Different versions and upgrade paths are available at varying price points.
Wreck Runners adds PS5 and Xbox Series versions, launches July 16
The cooperative multiplayer extraction looter game Wreck Runners will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC on July 16. Developed by Disruptive Games, the game tasks up to four players with piloting a mobile base called the ORCA to explore the Bermuda Triangle, recover salvage, and survive escalating threats. Console versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series are newly announced.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows final update launches June 16, adds new story quest and end-game feature
Ubisoft and Ubisoft Quebec are releasing the final update for Assassin's Creed Shadows on June 16, introducing the new story quest "Black Tides" and the end-game feature "Domains." The update also includes new crossover projects and various gameplay and UI improvements, with GPU performance enhancements for the Nintendo Switch 2.
