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'KERNEL HEARTS' LAUNCHING SEPTEMBER 2026, UPDATED DEMO COMING TO STEAM NEXT FEST
Ephemera Games announced that Kernel Hearts will launch in September 2026 for PC, Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. An updated demo will be available during Steam Next Fest on June 15th. Kernel Hearts is an action RPG roguelike with 4-player online co-op where players ascend the Tower of Babel to dethrone God.
Capcom Hits the Jackpot with Dragon’s Dogma™ 2: Dark Arisen, Onimusha™: Way of the Sword, and Devil May Cry™ 5 Reveals at Nintendo Direct
Capcom revealed several new titles and editions during a Nintendo Direct presentation. Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition are all slated for release on Nintendo Switch 2, alongside PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen will launch on October 9, 2026, Onimusha: Way of the Sword on September 25, 2026, and Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition on June 23, 2026.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Every Announcement, Game Reveal & Trailer
Nintendo showcased a packed Nintendo Direct presentation featuring numerous game announcements and trailers for the Nintendo Switch 2. Highlights included new titles like Rhythm Heaven Groove, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Stellar Blade, and Xenoblade Genesis, alongside updates and expansions for existing franchises such as Dragon's Dogma 2, Pokémon Pokopia, and Final Fantasy XIV Online.
Beloved PS2 Action RPGs Announce PS5 Remaster in Trailer
Square Enix has announced the Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III], a remastered bundle of the first three Kingdom Hearts games, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. The collection, launching October 8, 2026, includes Kingdom Hearts -HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX-, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III with its Re Mind DLC. Platform-exclusive in-game keyblades will be offered as bonuses.
Vampire Survivors dev unveils JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON
Vampire Survivors developer poncle has revealed JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON, a new battle royale game featuring characters and elements from the JUJUTSU KAISEN anime. The game will include over 20 playable characters and will launch later this year on Steam and consoles, with publisher Shueisha Games handling its release.
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet Revealed as Switch 2 Exclusive
GungHo Online Entertainment announced Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet, an open-world PvE action game exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, launching in Spring 2027. The sequel expands on the original's combat with new features like weapon attributes and crafting, and introduces a story involving a mysterious stranger and a new planet. The game will support solo and co-op play for up to four players, with a playable demo at Anime Expo 2026.
Muramasa: Revenant Blades Revealed for Switch 2, PS5, and PC
Marvelous USA has announced Muramasa: Revenant Blades, a revival of Vanillaware's 2D action-RPG Muramasa: Rebirth, for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC in early 2027. This new version includes all six playable storylines from the start, updated visuals up to 4K, refined combat, and new localization with full English voiceover. Physical and limited editions will be available for purchase.
Nintendo Direct June 2026 - trailers for The Duskbloods, Fire Emblem, and more
The June Nintendo Direct showcased several new and upcoming titles, including a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, a new Xenoblade entry, and Kingdom Hearts 4 gameplay. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave received a release date, and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort was announced. Third-party titles like Stellar Blade and Devil May Cry 5 were also featured for the Switch 2.
Kingdom Hearts 4 is coming to Switch 2 as first gameplay trailer released
Square Enix has released the first gameplay trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4, confirming its launch on Nintendo Switch 2 alongside PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC. The trailer showcases Sora's new abilities in the city of Quadratum. Additionally, all previous Kingdom Hearts collections will receive native Switch 2 ports on October 8.
Dragon's Dogma 2 is getting a frosty Dark Arisen expansion, plus two big updates that fix some of the things you moaned about back in 2024
Dragon's Dogma 2 is receiving a new DLC expansion, Dark Arisen, on October 9th, introducing a snowy mountainous region and new challenges. This release follows two free major updates, the first of which adds an Eternal Ferrystone and more Portcrystals, addressing player feedback on fast travel scarcity. The second update in August will include additional save slots and performance improvements, with the base game also receiving a permanent discount from June 24th.
Monster Hunter World Surpasses Huge Capcom Sales Milestone
Monster Hunter World has achieved over 30 million in sales, making it Capcom's best-selling title to date. The 2018 release significantly outperformed the studio's more recent offerings, including Monster Hunter Wilds, which has sold around 11 million copies. The success of Monster Hunter World was further boosted by the release of its expansion, Iceborne Edition.
Kingdom Hearts 4 shows first signs of life after 4 years of radio silence
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4, marking the first significant update since its 2022 announcement. The trailer showcases protagonist Sora in the Quadratum setting, featuring airborne combat and glimpses of characters like Strelitzia and a young Xehanort. The game is confirmed to be multiplatform at launch, releasing simultaneously on PC storefronts like Steam and Epic Games Store, and consoles.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Kingdom Hearts IV Exists, Confirmed For Switch 2 Launch
Square Enix revealed new details for Kingdom Hearts IV during a Nintendo Direct, confirming it will be a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2. The company also announced the Kingdom Hearts I-III Collection for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S on October 8, 2026. Director Tetsuya Nomura previously stated the game was making good progress.
Square Enix whip out the defibrillator to bring back Kingdom Hearts 4 from the brink with a new trailer and promise of a PC release
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4, showcasing updated combat and confirming a PC release alongside its multiplatform launch. The game has been absent since its initial announcement in 2022, with speculation that its development was impacted by the cancellation of the mobile spinoff Missing Link and the need to integrate its story content.
Xenoblade Genesis, the next mainline entry in the action RPG franchise, launches in 2027
Nintendo announced that Xenoblade Genesis, the next mainline entry in the Xenoblade Chronicles action RPG franchise, is scheduled to launch in 2027. Further details regarding the game were revealed during a morning news drop for fans.
Vanillaware’s Muramasa: Rebirth Returns as Muramasa: Revenant Blades
Vanillaware's action-RPG Muramasa: The Demon Blade and its enhanced version Muramasa: Rebirth are being re-released as Muramasa: Revenant Blades. The new version will launch in 2027 for Nintendo Switch, a next-generation Switch console, PlayStation 5, and PC, including all previously released content and characters.
Kingdom Hearts 4 from Square Enix is alive with a new trailer
Square Enix has released a new teaser trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4, confirming the game is in development. The action role-playing game will follow protagonist Sora as he journeys through the mysterious city of Quadratum and other worlds. Kingdom Hearts 4 is slated for release on PC, Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Lies Of P's Soulslike Puppetry Comes To Switch 2 This August
Lies of P and its 'Overture' expansion are coming to Nintendo Switch on August 6th as the 'Complete Edition'. A physical release is scheduled for October 2nd. The game is an action RPG where players control a puppet navigating a city filled with monsters and deceit.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Everything Announced!
Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct presentation showcasing numerous upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The showcase included new releases, ports of existing games, and DLC announcements across various genres, with many titles slated for release in late 2026 and into 2027.
Xenoblade Genesis Announced as Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive, Launches 2027 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Monolith Soft announced Xenoblade Chronicles Genesis during a Nintendo Direct, revealing it as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive set for a 2027 release. The game will shift to a high fantasy tone focused on magic, known as Anima, and is set in a vast world called Leukos, potentially serving as a prequel to the series. Upgraded editions of Xenoblade Chronicles, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 are also coming to the Nintendo Switch 2.
