News•Mar 4, 2026
Watch Gaia From FFXIV in Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy
Square Enix unveiled a detailed character trailer for Gaia, the FFXIV Oracle of Darkness, as part of the launch roster for the upcoming mobile fighting game Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy. The video showcases Gaia’s updated design, confirms voice actress Yuna Kamakura’s return, and highlights her signature moves such as Spell‑in‑Waiting and Diamond Destroyer. Dissidia Duellum is slated for a March 31, 2026 release on Android and iOS, with pre‑registration already open. This marks Gaia’s first appearance outside the FFXIV universe.
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News•Mar 3, 2026
First Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Character Trailer Stars Prompto
Square Enix released the first character trailer for its upcoming mobile fighting game Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, spotlighting Prompto from Final Fantasy XV. The preview highlights Prompto’s long‑range gunplay, showcasing abilities such as Alea Bazooka and Trigger‑Happy, and confirms Japanese...
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News•Mar 2, 2026
Next New NIKKE Character Is Heavenly Ascension’s E.H.
Goddess of Victory: NIKKE is adding E.H., former leader of the disbanded Heavenly Ascension group, as a new Attacker character. She wields a Heavensward submachine gun that deals Wind damage and will debut with the Enter Heaven event on March...
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News•Mar 2, 2026
Love and Deepspace Zayne Japanese Voice Actor Leaving Role
Infold Games announced that Japanese voice actor Takuya Sato will leave the role of Zayne (Rei) in the mobile otome title *Love and Deepspace* after June 7, 2026. The company attributes the departure to the end of his contract and...
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News•Mar 2, 2026
March Nintendo Indie World Covers Switch and Switch 2 Games
Nintendo will host its first Indie World showcase of 2026 on March 3, delivering a concise 15‑minute Direct that highlights indie titles for both the Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. The live stream is scheduled for 6 am PT/9 am ET/3 pm CET/11 pm...
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News•Mar 2, 2026
Danganronpa 15th Anniversary Exhibition Starts
Spike Chunsoft and Kadokawa have opened the Danganronpa 15th Anniversary Exhibition in Tokyo’s Matsuzakaya department store, running March 6‑16, with a second phase slated for Osaka’s Daimaru Umeda from March 28‑April 20. Visitors can view series artwork, meet a greeting from headmaster Monokuma...
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News•Feb 27, 2026
Rare Super Pocket Handheld Comes With Banjo-Kazooie
Blaze Entertainment unveiled a Rare‑branded Evercade Super Pocket handheld, slated for worldwide release in June 2026 at $69.99/£49.99/€59.99. The limited edition ships with Banjo‑Kazooie pre‑installed and a curated library of twelve classic Rare titles, including two games not found on...
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News•Feb 27, 2026
Qureate Reveals Bunny Garden 2 Sequel
Japanese indie studio Qureate announced the sequel Bunny Garden 2 during its 2026‑2027 Digest, slated for a Spring 2026 launch. The game will retain three returning heroines—Kana, Miuka, and Rin—and introduce a new character, Erisa, voiced by Yukina Shuto. New...
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News•Feb 26, 2026
Honkai: Nexus Anima Confidential Beta Test and 2 New Anima Announced
HoYoVerse announced a confidential, small‑scale beta for Honkai: Nexus Anima called the Aspect Exploration Project, with public recruitment across all regions and a multilingual rollout. The test will likely run on iOS and PC, mirroring the earlier Nexus Link beta....
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News•Feb 26, 2026
New Disgaea Mayhem Spin-Off Game Arrives This Summer
NIS America announced Disgaea Mayhem, a spin‑off action‑RPG set for a worldwide Summer 2026 launch on Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 5 and PC. The title abandons the series’ traditional turn‑based strategy for real‑time combat, starring a mercenary named N.A. who can...
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News•Feb 26, 2026
ANA Announced 3 New Pokemon Jet Planes for 30th Anniversary
All Nippon Airways (ANA) announced a partnership with The Pokemon Company to introduce three new Pokemon‑themed aircraft in 2026, marking the franchise’s 30th anniversary. The fleet will feature a Boeing 787‑8 in Red, a Boeing 787‑9 in Green, and a...
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News•Feb 25, 2026
More Fields of Mistria Monster Pet Skins Promised
NPC Studio’s fourth major update for *Fields of Mistria* introduced monster pet skins, starting with a Sapling‑themed look for cats and dogs. The skins are unlocked via the new Tier 5 Combat perk, Friend‑Shaped, earned by progressing through mine challenges. The...
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News•Feb 25, 2026
Kimimaro’s the Next Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker DLC Character
Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker will add Kimimaro as its 47th DLC character, launching on February 27, 2026. The new hero brings bone‑themed Ninjutsu—Larch Dance, Clematis Dance, and the AOE Bracken Dance—along with a dedicated Bone: Dance tool. Kimimaro’s arrival...
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News•Feb 25, 2026
Donald Trump’s Tariffs Affect AmiAmi, Aitai Kuji, and Hobby-Genki
U.S. courts have struck down President Donald Trump’s 2025 tariff authority, prompting a revised global tariff of 10%. The ruling has forced Japanese hobby retailers AmiAmi, Aitai Kuji, and Hobby‑Genki to hold or delay shipments to the United States. Both...
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News•Feb 23, 2026
Animal Crossing Watches Capsule Toys Appear in Japan
Takara Tomy announced a new Animal Crossing: New Horizons watch capsule toy set, rolling out in Japanese gashapon machines this week. Each pull costs 400 yen (≈$2.60) and yields one of five digital watches themed after iconic NPCs. The watches feature...
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News•Feb 23, 2026
Umamusume Gets New Beyond Dreams Career Scenario
Cygames announced the "Beyond Dreams" career scenario for Umamusume: Pretty Derby, debuting on the Japanese server on February 24, 2026 as part of the game’s fifth anniversary. The new mode centers on training a horse‑girl for the Breeders’ Cup and...
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News•Feb 23, 2026
FFXI and FFXIV Square Enix Account Security Question and Answer Removed
Square Enix announced that the security question and answer tied to Square Enix Accounts for Final Fantasy XI and Final Fantasy XIV will be retired on February 24, 2026. Players will not need to remember or re‑enter this credential, and...
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News•Feb 23, 2026
2.5 FFVII Ever Crisis Anniversary Features Tifa and Sephiroth Costumes
Square Enix announced a 2.5 anniversary event for Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis starting February 28, 2026, featuring new costumes and weapons for Tifa Lockhart and Sephiroth. The celebration includes a Weapon Showdown PvP mode, daily login rewards such as free draws, five‑star weapons,...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
Hello Kitty Desktop Mate DLC Teased
Infiniteloop announced a new Desktop Mate DLC featuring Sanrio’s Hello Kitty, revealed via a silhouette teaser on social media. The add‑on has no confirmed release date, but the “coming soon” label appears in both Japanese and English, indicating a global...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
Siliconera+ 2 Month Free Trial Added
Siliconera has relaunched its ad‑free Siliconera+ subscription with a two‑month free trial for users who enable recurring payments. The $1.99 monthly fee only starts after the 60‑day trial, meaning a subscriber joining on November 17, 2026 would be charged on...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
Square Enix Video Says ‘NieR: Automata to Be Continued’
Square Enix released a promotional video that concludes with the phrase “NieR: Automata to be continued,” signaling a possible new project tied to the franchise. The video also celebrates the title reaching 10 million units sold across Switch, PS4, Xbox One,...
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News•Feb 17, 2026
Fields of Mistria Bee Apiaries, Terrariums, and Auto-Feeders Shown
NPC Studio revealed that the fourth major update for *Fields of Mistria* adds auto‑feeders, bee apiaries, and bug terrariums. Auto‑feeders become available at Ranching Level 45, cost 5,000 gold, and turn any edible item into animal feed. Bee apiaries let players...
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News•Feb 17, 2026
Monster Hunter Wilds Least-Hunted Monster Rompopolo Stars in HR 100 Event Quest
Capcom announced a limited‑time Monster Hunter Wilds event featuring Rompopolo, the game’s least‑hunted monster, available only to players at HR 100 or higher. The “Just What the Doctor Ordered” quest runs from February 27 to March 18, 2026, and pits hunters against a...
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News•Feb 13, 2026
Hatsune Miku Honkai: Star Rail Art Shared Ahead of 4.0
Ahead of Honkai: Star Rail's version 4.0 update, Crypton and HoYoVerse unveiled official crossover artwork featuring Hatsune Miku and the game's conductor Pom‑Pom. The piece, drawn by Vocaloid specialist KEI, blends the Planarcadia aesthetic with both characters in mirrored poses....
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News•Feb 12, 2026
New Konami JRPG Is Rev.Noir
Konami announced its new original JRPG, *Rev.Noir*, during Sony’s February 2026 State of Play, releasing only a teaser trailer. The footage introduces a world plagued by a phenomenon called lightfall and a protagonist, Asch, who appears to rewind time to...
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News•Feb 12, 2026
Death Stranding 2 PC Port Confirmed
Kojima Productions announced during the February 2026 State of Play that Death Stranding 2 will receive a PC port, slated for release on March 19, 2026. The port arrives after the game’s PS5 launch and will include DualSense controller support, frame generation, and...
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News•Feb 12, 2026
Sakura Miku Cinnamoroll Plush Appear
Sanrio and Crypton’s Hatsune Miku are releasing a new Sakura‑themed plush line featuring Cinnamoroll. Two four‑piece sets of 10 cm figures—one with the characters lying down, another standing—debut as Sega arcade prizes in Japan on March 13, 2026. The toys showcase Sakura Miku...
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News•Feb 12, 2026
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Finally Debuts in March
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is set to launch on PS5 and PC on March 16, 2026, with a mobile release a week later on March 23, 2026. The game follows Tristan Liones, the son of series protagonists Meliodas and...
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News•Feb 12, 2026
Angels of Delusion Nangong Yu Playable in Zenless Zone Zero 2.7
HoYoVerse confirmed that Nangong Yu, the third member of the in‑game idol group Angels of Delusion, will become a playable character in Zenless Zone Zero version 2.7. The update, slated for March 24, 2026, introduces her as an Ether‑damage Agent...
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News•Feb 12, 2026
Voice Actor Kenichi Suzumura on a Break for Health Reasons
Veteran voice actor Kenichi Suzumura, famed for roles such as Zack Fair and Shinn Asuka, announced on February 12, 2026 that he will pause his work due to an adjustment disorder diagnosis. His agency Intention said the break is indefinite...
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News•Feb 12, 2026
Preview: Monster Hunter Stories 3 Tonal Shift Suits Its Situation
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection marks a clear tonal shift for the franchise, moving from its youthful shonen roots to a mature narrative that tackles war, environmental stewardship, and political intrigue. Players assume the role of a royal Ranger...
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