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PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog lineup for June 2026 announced
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed the June 2026 lineup for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers. The Game Catalog will feature titles like Final Fantasy XVI, Sonic X Shadow Generations, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance, while the Classics Catalog will include Gitaroo Man. Some games will be available on June 10/11, with the majority releasing on June 16.
Hit the beat and obliterate your enemies in musical bullet heaven Rhythm Witch’s new major update
2P Games and Dusklight Co have released a major update for their musical bullet heaven game, Rhythm Witch: Beat Death, on PC. The update introduces 15 new tracks and allows players to create custom playlists for their gameplay sessions. The game, which blends rhythm mechanics with bullet hell combat, is available on Steam.
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.
Rhythm Heaven Groove's Multiplayer Modes Look Like A Game Night Essential
Rhythm Heaven Groove, launching on Nintendo Switch on July 2nd, showcased its multiplayer modes in a recent trailer. The game will feature over 30 co-operative and competitive games designed for game nights, alongside a single-player mode with rhythm-based spellcasting and dungeon crawling.
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.
Check out Rhythm Paradise Groove’s timing and multiplayer modes
Nintendo showcased Rhythm Heaven Groove, a new rhythm action game for the Nintendo Switch launching July 2nd. The game features 80 new rhythm games and introduces four-player multiplayer for the first time in the series, with 30 co-op and competitive modes. The preview highlighted the game's unique RPG battle mode and the core timing-based gameplay.
Feel the Rhythm! Microids Announces Marsupilami 2 – Salsa Palombia!
Microids announced that Marsupilami 2 – Salsa Palombia, a new 2D rhythm platformer developed by Ocellus Services, will launch on September 3, 2026. The game features familiar characters Twister, Punch, and Hope as they attempt to save Palombia from a musical threat posed by the Mummy Queen. A demo is available now on Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Round Up: Every Switch 1 & 2 Announcement From Summer Game Fest's Weekend Showcases
Summer Game Fest 2026 featured numerous announcements for the Nintendo Switch, including a variety of indie titles and some ports of existing games. Showcases like Geoff Keighley's Opening Show, Day of the Devs, Southeast Asian Games Showcase, Wholesome Direct, and others revealed new games and DLC across multiple genres.
Stage Tour ‘Developer Spotlight’ trailer, latest details
RedOctane Games has revealed new details for its rhythm game Stage Tour, including a Developer Spotlight trailer, partnership with Gibson, and a new campaign mode. The game is coming to PC and major consoles, with more music and platform news expected later this summer. The trailer highlights community input and veteran developers from franchises like Guitar Hero.
MR. RECORDS Announced
Wired Productions has announced MR. RECORDS, a new rhythm game developed by French studio Glee-Cheese. An announcement trailer showcasing gameplay has been released.
Wired Productions and Glee-Cheese Drop the Needle on MR. RECORDS
Wired Productions and Glee-Cheese Studio have revealed MR. RECORDS, a new rhythm adventure game. The game blends record shop management with musical journeys and heartfelt storytelling, following a character named George who opens a record store. Players will experience rhythm-based gameplay through surreal dream worlds inspired by memories and emotions, alongside managing the shop and interacting with customers.
This cozy indie rhythm game with Thank Goodness You're Here vibes might be my Summer Game Fest highlight, letting us run a record shop alongside an adorable dog
Mr. Records is a new indie rhythm game from developer Glee Cheese, featuring a cozy record shop setting and a story driven by music. Players manage customers, solve musical riddles, and unlock new stock while experiencing surreal dream-like worlds inspired by the protagonist's memories. The game, which also includes an adorable dog companion named Buzz, is set to launch on PC with no release date announced yet.
Day of the Devs 2026 - everything announced in the big Summer Game Fest indie showcase
Day of the Devs showcased a variety of indie games, including Blood Dungeon, Tenebris Somnia, Mr. Records, 33 Immortals, Dreadmoor, Threads of Time, N Plus Infinity Times Two, Into the Unwell, Bub, Lazy River, Prove You're Human, Ithaca, Screenbound, Shot One Fighters, Apple Crumble, Slap Out of It, Super Yooka-Laylee Kart, Into the Fire, Trine 6: Together in Time, and When Sirens Fall Silent. Several titles received release dates or new gameplay details, with many heading to PC and consoles.
Day of the Devs 2026: Everything Announced!
Day of the Devs 2026 showcased 20 indie titles, including new entries in the Trine and Yooka-Laylee series. Highlights included the roguelike platformer Blood Dungeon, the retro survival-horror Tenebris Somnia, and the multiplayer roguelike 33 Immortals. Several games announced release dates or windows, with others slated for early access or future updates.
Rhythm adventure game MR. RECORDS announced for PC
Wired Productions and Glee-Cheese Studio have announced MR. RECORDS, a single-player rhythm adventure game for PC. Players will manage a vinyl store by day and embark on musical journeys through surreal landscapes by night, with over 40 levels and a diverse soundtrack.
Puppergeist Launches July 16, Bringing Rhythm Visual Novel Adventure to Switch, Xbox, and PC
Serenity Forge announced that Puppergeist, a rhythm visual novel adventure, will launch on July 16, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC. The game follows a young witch named Claire on a journey through the Doggie Underworld to find her lost dog, featuring rhythm-based storytelling and music from various guest creators.
New PlayStation Plus Games Announced During State Of Play Include Rare PS2 Rhythm Cult Classic
Sony announced new additions to the PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog during its State of Play 2026 event. The cult classic PlayStation 2 rhythm game Gitaroo Man will be available in June, followed by Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy in July and Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams in August. These titles will be accessible through the PlayStation Plus Premium tier.
New PlayStation Classics Are Gitaroo Man and Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams
Sony announced new additions to its PlayStation Classics library, including Gitaroo Man, Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy, and Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams, all launching on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 in June, July, and August 2026 respectively. These titles will be available to Premium-tier subscribers and for individual purchase.
Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For June & July 2026
Nintendo Switch owners can look forward to several new game releases and accessories in June and July 2026. Highlights include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, The Adventures of Elliot, a Star Fox remake, Rhythm Heaven Groove, and the Splatoon spin-off Splatoon Raiders. The article also mentions upcoming accessories and eShop credit options.
Cozy rhythm-adventure game Mirth Island announced
Publisher SOEDESCO and developer Clay Game Studio have announced Mirth Island, a cozy rhythm-adventure game. The title is set to release later this year for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Players will embody a duck named Dodo who returns to his homeland to help rebuild a crumbling theater by assisting islanders with their problems.
