Global Action Game 'Gungrave' IP Rights Transferred to IGGYMOB
IGGYMOB announced it has purchased the global action‑game IP ‘Gungrave’ from Japan’s RED Entertainment. The deal grants IGGYMOB full rights to the franchise’s games, characters, and narrative universe, enabling cross‑platform and media expansion. A rebuilt title, ‘GUNGRAVE G.O.R.E BLOOD HEAT,’ is already in development, and manga artist Yasuhiro Naito has joined as a director to steer new content. IGGYMOB aims to revitalize the 20‑year‑old brand through games, animation, and merchandise for a worldwide audience.
US Archdemon, Chinese Subculture, and Korea's Counterattack
The weekly game rankings for the week of April 27 2026 show Pearl Abyss' Crimson Desert retaining the No. 1 spot, while Blizzard’s Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred expansion launches on April 28 and immediately climbs to No. 2. Indie titles are making waves: Pragmata holds...
Toyota Crown Front Seat for Sale for ₩5 Million
Toyota Boshoku, the interior‑systems arm of Toyota, has released a limited‑edition Crown Seat Desk Chair that replicates the front seat of the flagship Crown sedan. Priced at $3,500 (≈₩5.15 million), the chair represents about 10 % of a new Crown’s base price...
'Mandate Order': A City-Builder and War Simulator Set in the Spring and Autumn Period
Mandate Order, an ancient Chinese fortress simulator set in the Spring and Autumn period, is being developed by a Chengdu studio and will launch in early access this July. The game blends city‑building, resource logistics, and deep single‑player warfare, drawing...
South Korea Currently 2nd in PUBG Mobile, Behind Vietnam
South Korea’s national squad placed sixth on Day 1 of the PUBG Mobile competition at Esports Championships Asia 2026, while Vietnam secured the top spot among national teams at third overall. The Korean Esports League (KEL) fielded ten teams to fill the 16‑team...
Oscar Winner Michael B. Jordan Confirmed for Battlefield Movie
Michael B. Jordan has been confirmed to join the upcoming film adaptation of EA’s multiplayer shooter “Battlefield.” Veteran filmmaker Christopher McQuarrie will write, direct and produce the project, bringing his blockbuster pedigree from the Mission: Impossible series and Top Gun: Maverick. The announcement follows the...
Lineage Classic's First Level 50 Player: 'BJ K'
Lineage Classic’s first player to hit the level‑50 cap, known as ‘K’, achieved the milestone on the Dethroju server at 8:20 PM on April 25, 2026. The feat triggered a server‑wide “Death Knight Level 50 Achievement Special Push” that distributes consumable pouches, vitality‑potion...
D+ Kia, Crushes DNS 2-0... Rising Momentum with 3 Consecutive Wins
D+ Kia defeated DN Supers 2‑0 in Round 1 of the 2026 LCK, marking its fifth win of the season and extending its streak to three straight victories. The team built a substantial early gold lead, expanding the gap to roughly 10,000 by...
Yeongjongdo's Conquering Hero 'Keria': "My Heart Was Pounding During That Grueling Long Game"
T1 secured a 2‑0 victory over Hanwha Life Esports in the first round of the 2026 LCK at Incheon’s Inspire Arena. The opening set lasted over 48 minutes, marking the longest game of the season, before T1 rallied to win...
Eternal Return: Yangju Wales and Daegu Guardians Take 1st and 2nd Place
South Korea’s Yangju Wales captured first place at the opening day of the Eternal Return tournament during Esports Championships Asia 2026, scoring 111 points. Daegu Guardians followed closely with 109.5 points, and their player “Curry” earned MVP honors after delivering...
COUNTERSIDE Concludes Season 3; New Updates to Cease on April 29
STUDIOBSIDE announced that COUNTERSIDE will stop receiving new content after an April 29 update that adds a free Awakened Employee, and it will also end its monthly subscription service. The final update will rotate legacy content and fully refund any remaining...
Crimson Desert OST Volume 1 Official Album Released
Pearl Abyss has launched the first official soundtrack for its open‑world title Crimson Desert, offering the Crimson Desert Original Soundtrack Volume 1 as a free downloadable content (DLC) on Steam. The collection features 75 high‑fidelity tracks in MP3 and FLAC formats,...
KRAFTON Chairman Chang Byung-Gyu Returns to MMORPGs: Hiring Begins for 'TERA 2'
KRAFTON announced public recruitment for senior development positions on its upcoming MMORPG “TERA 2,” signaling a move beyond planning into full‑scale production. The hiring drive covers seven key roles, including senior programmers, action designers, and lead artists, all tasked with building...
'SEGA Universe': Reviving Classic Games
SEGA announced "SEGA Universe," a multi‑platform initiative to redevelop its classic game IPs. The project, unveiled with a dedicated website, concept video and an official X account, will celebrate milestone anniversaries in 2026, including OutRun’s 40th and Streets of Rage’s...
Lost City: Zero Holds Family Month Event
Infovine is launching a Family Month celebration in the mobile MMORPG Lost City: Zero, beginning April 29, 2025. The event distributes Z‑Equipment Restoration Tickets that repair Rare‑grade gear and offers Z‑Coupon recovery tickets, special attendance and carnation events. From May 1 to May 10,...
Five Wins in a Row: 'Zeka' Feels the Team's Synergy Improving
Hanwha Life Esports defeated third‑place Nongshim RedForce 2‑1, extending its winning streak to five games in the LCK regular season. Mid‑lane star "Zeka" Kim Geon‑woo highlighted a marked improvement in team synergy compared with the early‑season LCK Cup exit. The...
Nongshim Head Coach Choi In-Kyu: "We Couldn't Execute the Compositions We Planned"
Nongshim RedForce saw its winning streak snap after a 1‑2 defeat to Hanwha Life Esports on April 22, 2026. The team recovered to tie the series after dropping the first set but fell short in the decisive third set. Head...
KRX Head Coach Cho Jae-Eup: "Kt Rolster Knows How to Win Even when Behind; They Play with Such Composure"
DRX (Kwangdong Freecs) dropped a 0‑2 series to kt Rolster in Round 1 of the 2026 LCK regular season, slipping to a 2‑5 record. Despite an early advantage, DRX faltered in late‑game macro and coordination, allowing the opponent to rally. Head Coach...
Kt Rolster Defeats Kiwoom DRX, Secures First 7-Game Winning Streak Since Founding
kt Rolster achieved a 7‑game winning streak—the first in the franchise’s history—by defeating Kiwoom DRX 2‑0 at the LCK Round 1 match in Jongno. The team leveraged Sivir and Yuumi to secure Game 1 and dominated with Trundle in Game 2, building substantial...
Contest-Winning Skin Added, 'Sonic Rumble' Half-Anniversary Event Begins
SEGA Publishing Korea kicked off a half‑anniversary celebration for the multiplayer party title Sonic Rumble on April 22. The event introduces the contest‑winning “Cat Tackle Shadow” skin and a Wasteland‑themed mission series that runs through May 13, featuring five new skins and...
'Raven 2' Launches Battle World and Personal Trading Updates
Netmarble rolled out a global "Battle World" event for its MMORPG Raven 2, running until May 6, 2026, and offering a suite of rewards such as Ancient Vault items and premium summons. The update also introduces a Personal Trading system that lets...
Hugh and Diana's 'Complete Story', Pragmata ⭐9.0
Capcom’s Pragmata launched on April 17, 2026 for PS5, PC, Xbox Series X|S and Switch, earning a 9.0 critic score. The game centers on the interdependent duo of astronaut Hugh and android child Diana, whose linked abilities drive both story...
Registration Open for Korea Championship 2026 'Kung-Tak' Console Online Qualifiers
Bandai Namco Entertainment Korea has opened registrations for the console division of the 2026 Taiko no Tatsujin Korea Championship, dubbed “Kung‑Tak.” Competitors must record gameplay of two designated songs on the Nintendo Switch title “Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival” and...
Chaos Zero Nightmare to Host Offline Cafe for Half-Anniversary on the 25th
Smilegate will celebrate the six‑month milestone of its dark‑fantasy roguelike, Chaos Zero Nightmare, with an 11‑day offline cafe in Hongdae’s Crema Cafe from April 25 to May 5. The "Nightmare Garden Tea Party" offers themed dessert sets, holographic photo cards, and a raffle...
'I Want to Keep Making Games Like 'Sohee',' Says Park Young-Min, CEO of 2D Pix
South Korean indie studio 2D Pix released *Sohee*, a two‑hour narrative adventure that follows a girl raised by a single parent. CEO Park Young‑min emphasized that the story draws from his grandmother’s real‑life hardships, aiming for realistic, hopeful emotions rather than...
H2 Interactive Launches New 'Crusader Kings III' Chapter 5 Season Pass
H2 Interactive released the Crusader Kings III Chapter 5 season pass on April 21, adding four new content packs to the popular strategy RPG. Two packs – Couture of the Capets cosmetics and Songs of the Realms music – are available immediately, while...
'3 Consecutive Losses' GenCity, "We Will Win International Tournaments Too"
GenCity captured its third straight FC Online Team Battle Spring title by defeating T1 4‑2 in the Grand Finals at Jamsil DN Colosseum. After dropping the first two sets, the squad rallied with three consecutive wins from Im Tae‑san, Hwang...
Will AI Steal Your Job? Only 15% of Routine Roles at Risk
Boston Consulting Group’s latest study finds that only 10%‑15% of U.S. jobs—mostly routine roles such as call‑center staff and junior financial analysts—are likely to disappear entirely within the next five years. Meanwhile, 50%‑55% of occupations will be fundamentally reshaped by...
'Faker' Nears 6,000 Assists: "I'm Happier Because I'm With My Teammates"
T1 defeated DRX 2-0, moving to a 3-3 record and restoring a .500 win rate. Faker earned Player of the Match with a standout Azir performance and highlighted the team’s improved communication. He is now four assists shy of the...
T1 Defeats KRX 2-0, Returns to .500 with 3-3 Record
T1 beat Kiwoom DRX 2‑0 in the opening round of the 2026 LCK regular season, improving its record to three wins and three losses. The team secured early dragon control and built a substantial gold lead, culminating in a 31‑minute victory...
A Fantastic Back - Heel Buzzer - Beater! Gen.G City Defeats T1 4-2 to Claim Final Victory
Gen.G City captured the 2026 FC Online Team Battle Spring Grand Finals with a 4‑2 victory over T1 at Seoul’s Jamsil DN Coliseum on April 19. The six‑set match featured a dramatic back‑heel buzzer‑beater by Gen.G’s Wonder08 in the final...
'Scout' Named Player of the Match: "Performance Still Needs Improvement"
South Korea’s Nongshim RedForce edged Hanwha Life Esports 2‑1 on April 19, securing the decisive third set. Mid laner Lee “Scout” Ye‑chan was named Player of the Match, highlighting his strong Azir and LeBlanc play while admitting his performance still...
T1 Defeats Kt Rolster 3-1, Advances to Grand Finals Against Gencity
T1 defeated kt Rolster 3‑1 in the 2026 FC Online Team Battle Spring Losers’ Final, securing a spot in the Grand Finals. The match featured multiple buzzer‑beater goals, with Navy and Hoseok delivering the decisive strikes. T1’s depth proved crucial...
'Cyberpunk TCG' Raises $27M, Setting New Kickstarter Record for Games
WeirdCo’s Cyberpunk TCG closed its Kickstarter on April 17 with more than $27 million pledged, making it the third‑largest campaign ever on the platform and the top‑funded game category project. The campaign smashed its $100,000 goal in five minutes and attracted...
Kanavi= "I Focused on Farming Rather Than Defending the Bottom Dive"
Hanwha Life Esports defeated Gen.G 2‑0 in the first round of the 2026 LCK regular season, improving its record to 5‑1. The team secured an early advantage in Game 1 and, despite a rough start in Game 2, used disciplined macro play...
Gen.G's 'Canyon': "The Game Flow Felt Unnatural"
Gen.G was swept 0‑2 by Hanwha Life Esports, dropping its record to 3‑3 after a dominant 29‑1 season last year. Head coach Yoo Sang‑wook called the defeat "listless" and blamed a rigid, objective‑focused approach. Star mid‑laner ‘Canyon’ echoed the sentiment,...
Public Sentiment Remains Cold Despite Repeated Apologies
Park "Ruler" Jae‑hyuk, a top LCK star, faced a tax‑evasion scandal that erupted on April 1. He issued a second public apology two weeks later, but fans remain unconvinced, suspecting the timing aligns with an upcoming league disciplinary ruling. Both his...
A Game Built Through Four Years of Solitude Finds Success
Solo developer Cakez launched the pixel‑art tower‑defense game Tangy TD on Steam after four years of solo work. The game earned $31,942 on launch day and quickly grew to $245,000 in revenue within a week, eventually surpassing $600,000 in net...
Truly, a Land of Gentlemen
Qureate’s *Bunny Garden 2* surged to Steam’s number‑one spot within a day of its April 16 launch, briefly overtaking *Pragmata* before the latter reclaimed the lead. The hostess‑dating simulation now sits second in Japan, 21st globally and 34th in Korea, highlighting its...
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[April 17 News Brief] 'Pragmata,' The Sci-Fi Action Adventure Starring Hugh and Diana
Capcom released its new IP Pragmata on April 17, debuting with 94 critic reviews and an 86 Metacritic score. The sci‑fi action‑adventure blends puzzle‑solving with shooter mechanics, aiming to diversify combat experiences. Meanwhile, Mirae Asset’s research on Krafton projects Q1...
Call of Duty Live-Action Film to Premiere June 30, 2028
Activision and Paramount have officially green‑lit a live‑action Call of Duty film, announcing a theatrical debut on June 30, 2028. The partnership, revealed via a teaser image posted early Thursday KST, confirms the franchise’s move from rumor to production. Set in a...
KRAFTON Announces Closed Test for 'PUBG: Black Budget' In EU
PUBG Studios, a KRAFTON subsidiary, announced a three‑day closed community test for its upcoming extraction shooter ‘PUBG: Black Budget’ in the European region. The test, scheduled for April 22‑24, will be invitation‑only and limited to EU residents with prior experience in...
"Ban on Unilateral Server Shutdowns": California Proposes Game Protection Bill
California lawmakers introduced Assembly Bill 1921, a “Game Protection Bill” that would bar publishers from unilaterally shutting down servers for live‑service games. The bill requires at least a two‑month advance notice, in‑game disclosures of feature deactivations, and a prohibition on...
Destruction Tank' On a 3-Game Winning Streak... Hanwha Life Esports Defeats DNS
Hanwha Life Esports opened the 2026 League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) regular season with a decisive 2‑0 victory over DN Supers at LoL PARK in Jongno. The team set an aggressive tone in Game 1, securing first‑blood and building a...
Hanjin POM 'Chovy': "I'm Satisfied with My Performance Today"
Gen.G Esports defeated Hanwha Life 2‑0 in the opening round of the 2026 LCK regular season, with mid‑lane star Jung Ji‑hun ‘Chovy’ turning the tide in both games. He counter‑picked Azir with Grasp of the Undying in Game 1 to neutralize Akali...
'Gunship Battle: Total Warfare' Updates with New 'Assault Operation' Content
JOYCITY released a major update for its mobile war‑simulation game "Gunship Battle: Total Warfare" on April 15, 2026. The patch adds a new raid‑style "Assault Operation" mode, introduces the Tier 15 Warship—the highest growth tier—and overhauls the early‑game experience. An accompanying "Base...
"The Horror Continues": Bloober Team Announces Development of 7 New Titles
Bloober Team, the Polish studio behind Layers of Fear, Blair Witch and The Medium, announced it is developing seven new horror titles. Three of those projects—Layers of Fear 3, an unnumbered Silent Hill remake, and Project M for Nintendo Switch—have been publicly...
Subnautica 2 to Be Self-Published by Unknown Worlds, Not KRAFTON
Unknown Worlds, the studio behind the original Subnautica, will self‑publish the sequel after a Delaware court ruled in favor of its management. The decision reinstated founder‑CEO Ted Gill, restored his authority over early‑access and launch plans, and extended his performance‑bonus...
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Launches Free 'Sealed Truth' Content Update
H2 Interactive has launched a free "Sealed Truth" content update for the Korean version of *S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl*. The update introduces a new quest line that sends players deep into the mysterious X‑Labs to uncover hidden experiments. It arrives...
Nimble Neuron Signs MOU with 2027 Chungcheong Universiade Organizing Committee and Daejeon Information & Culture Industry Promotion Agency
South Korean game developer Nimble Neuron has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the 2027 Chungcheong Universiade Organizing Committee and the Daejeon Information & Culture Industry Promotion Agency to integrate esports into the upcoming Summer World University Games. The pact,...