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A Brand New Final Fantasy RPG Has Been Announced for PS5
Square Enix has announced Final Fantasy Resonance, an HD-2D RPG for PlayStation 5 launching October 22nd. This new title is based on the defunct mobile gacha game Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, but Square Enix promises an extensive rebuild and reimagining of its content.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Every Big Announcement Ranked and Explained
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a wide array of upcoming video game titles, with notable announcements including the third Final Fantasy VII installment, a remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, and the long-awaited sequel to The Wolf Among Us. The event highlighted the increasing saturation of the game market and featured titles aiming for distinct identities to stand out.
Sea of Remnants Preview – A Puppet’s Life for Me
Sea of Remnants is a visually distinctive pirate gacha game featuring puppet characters and a unique style. While the ship combat's aiming mechanics need refinement, the turn-based combat system with its slot machine-like mechanic is engaging. The game is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC later this year.
Sweep Tosho Kicks Off Umamusume June 2026 Banner Schedule
Cygames has revealed the June 2026 banner schedule for Umamusume: Pretty Derby, featuring new trainee characters Sweep Tosho and Air Shakur. The schedule includes banners for SSR Support Cards like Taiki Shuttle and El Condor Pasa, as well as reruns for Narita Brian and Seiun Sky. The month will also host events such as Fuji Kiseki's Showtime, Legend Races, a story event, and the Champions Meeting Cancer Cup.
Dragonfall Kingdom Launches on Google Play, Bringing 4X Strategy and Gacha Hero Collection to Players
Dragonfall Kingdom, a fantasy 4X strategy game with Gacha hero collection elements published by Game Hollywood Games, has officially launched on Google Play. The game allows players to build kingdoms, summon heroes, and engage in strategic battles. It was previously featured for pre-registration on the platform, indicating strong early interest.
Duet Night Abyss announces next massive update, "Silver Torrent, Rising Star", launching 2 June on PC and mobile
Duet Night Abyss is launching its "Silver Torrent, Rising Star" update on June 2, 2024, for PC and mobile platforms. This major update introduces two new playable heroes, Flora and Hilda, a new map called "Flodia Bloomfield Station," and new Calamity Weapon and Guild systems. The update also includes new story content set in the city of Icelake and various in-game events offering rewards.
Sword x Staff Tier List – Best of May 2026
This Sword x Staff tier list ranks all Companions based on their stats, focusing on ATK and HP. The article details S, A, B, C, and D tiers, listing specific Companions and their maximum stats at level 100. It also clarifies that the gacha system in Sword x Staff focuses on Skills rather than Companions.
Hotta Studio Hints at Major Expansions and Possible Nintendo Switch 2 Port for Neverness to Everness - GameHaunt
Hotta Studio has revealed major post-launch plans for its urban gacha RPG, Neverness to Everness, including the addition of entirely new cities and regions beyond the current Hethereau setting. The developer is also actively evaluating ports for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S, alongside optimizing for PlayStation 5 Pro with advanced ray tracing and higher frame rates. These expansions aim to evolve the game into a growing live-service experience.
Illusion Connect Reopens Global Pre-Registration for Mobile - GameHaunt
Illusion Connect Re has opened global pre-registration for Android devices, with an iOS launch to follow. Developed by SugarGame, this free-to-play tactical RPG features fast-paced 3x3 grid combat, anime-style hero collection, and a customizable home base called the Muscipula. Pre-registration bonuses will be awarded at launch.
Persona 3 Reload Event Teased for Persona 5: The Phantom X
A crossover event featuring Persona 3 Reload's protagonist Makoto Yuki is coming to Persona 5: The Phantom X worldwide. This event previously ran in the Asian release, allowing players to explore a Tartarus-like area and obtain Makoto Yuki as a five-star unit. Persona 5: The Phantom X is available on PC and mobile devices, while Persona 3 Reload is on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Just A RNG Game codes May 2026
New codes are available for the Roblox game Just A RNG Game, offering players free in-game items such as Luck Potions and stat reroll tickets. Players can redeem these codes by entering them in the store section of the game. More codes can typically be found through the game's official Discord server.
Genshin Impact Version Luna VII Launches May 20 with the Introduction of Nicole and a New Crisis in Sumeru - GameHaunt
Genshin Impact Version Luna VII is set to launch on May 20, 2025, introducing a new crisis in Sumeru with the Archon mission "Truth Amongst the Pages of Purana." The update will feature three new playable characters: Nicole, Lohen, and Prune, and will be available for free on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and mobile platforms.
Genshin Impact Version Luna VII Set to Arrive Later This Month
HoYoverse has announced that Genshin Impact Version Luna VII will be released on May 20th, bringing new characters Nicole, Lohen, and Prune, along with story content set in Sumeru. The update also includes reruns for Durin and Mavuika, a new limited-time event with unique rewards, and free in-game codes. Genshin Impact is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, and mobile devices.
Reverse: 1999’s 3.4 Phase 2 update now live, debuts 6-star character Cheng Heguang and expanded gameplay content
Bluepoch has launched Phase 2 of the Version 3.4 update, "Spring Unending," for its strategic RPG Reverse: 1999, coinciding with the game's 2.5th Anniversary. This update introduces new story chapters inspired by ancient Chinese martial arts, a new 6-star character named Cheng Heguang, expanded gameplay modes like the Pre-Storm Protocol, and continued anniversary rewards including free pulls and cosmetic items.
Japanese Devs Think It May Be Impossible for Them to Make a Game Like NTE on PS5
Japanese game developers are reportedly finding it impossible to replicate the success of Chinese-developed open-world gacha games like NTE on PlayStation 5. This is attributed to factors such as massive resource requirements, stricter employment laws, and a cultural difference in game design philosophy, with Japan traditionally focusing on finished, one-time purchase titles.
Neverness to Everness has charmed me with its wacky cast but there's no way it becomes my gacha mainstay
Neverness to Everness offers a charming cast and quirky adventures, but ultimately fails to become a mainstay gacha game due to its repetitive open-world activities and mandatory level-gating. While the combat and character interactions are engaging, the reliance on stale mini-games to progress the story and unlock content diminishes the long-term appeal.
All Active Neverness To Everness Codes May 2026 For Free Beetle Coins And More
This guide lists active codes for the free-to-play game Neverness to Everness, which launched in April 2026. Players can redeem these codes in-game to receive various rewards such as Beetle Coins, Annuliths, and Hunter Guides. The article also explains how to redeem codes and details other methods for obtaining free in-game items, including pre-registration bonuses and Twitch Drops.
PS5's NTE Makes Back One-Third of Its Budget in Just One Day
The free-to-play gacha game NTE has reportedly recouped one-third of its estimated $44 million development budget within its first day of release. Publisher Perfect World stated that the game generated $14.6 million across all platforms, with 75% of its global revenue coming from PlayStation 5 and PC. The company also noted that players are engaging more with the game's life simulation elements than its combat, and plans to reduce grind and explore direct purchases for virtual goods.
Review: NTE: Neverness to Everness (PS5) - Ambitious Anime Open World Gets a Lot Right
Neverness to Everness, an ambitious anime-inspired open-world game from Hotta Studio, launches on PlayStation 5 with a blend of exploration, life simulation, and gacha mechanics. While combat and menu controls need refinement, the game offers a generous gacha system, engaging quests, and extensive life-sim elements like managing businesses and customizing apartments, showing significant promise as a live service title.
Onsen and Girls Officially Launch on Mobile Platforms - GameHaunt
Onsen and Girls has officially launched globally as a free-to-play title on iOS and Android devices. This idle RPG combines traditional Japanese hot springs resort management with strategic combat, allowing players to upgrade facilities and train heroines to defend against supernatural threats. Generous launch rewards are available for a limited time, offering a significant head start for new players.
