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New Disgaea Mayhem Spin-Off Game Arrives This Summer
NewsFeb 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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ANA Announced 3 New Pokemon Jet Planes for 30th Anniversary
NewsFeb 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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More Fields of Mistria Monster Pet Skins Promised
NewsFeb 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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Kimimaro’s the Next Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker DLC Character
NewsFeb 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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Donald Trump’s Tariffs Affect AmiAmi, Aitai Kuji, and Hobby-Genki
NewsFeb 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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Animal Crossing Watches Capsule Toys Appear in Japan
NewsFeb 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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Umamusume Gets New Beyond Dreams Career Scenario
NewsFeb 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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FFXI and FFXIV Square Enix Account Security Question and Answer Removed
NewsFeb 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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2.5 FFVII Ever Crisis Anniversary Features Tifa and Sephiroth Costumes
NewsFeb 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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Hello Kitty Desktop Mate DLC Teased
NewsFeb 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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Siliconera+ 2 Month Free Trial Added
NewsFeb 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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Square Enix Video Says ‘NieR: Automata to Be Continued’
NewsFeb 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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Fields of Mistria Bee Apiaries, Terrariums, and Auto-Feeders Shown
NewsFeb 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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Monster Hunter Wilds Least-Hunted Monster Rompopolo Stars in HR 100 Event Quest
NewsFeb 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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Hatsune Miku Honkai: Star Rail Art Shared Ahead of 4.0
NewsFeb 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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New Konami JRPG Is Rev.Noir
NewsFeb 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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Death Stranding 2 PC Port Confirmed
NewsFeb 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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Sakura Miku Cinnamoroll Plush Appear
NewsFeb 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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The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Finally Debuts in March
NewsFeb 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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Angels of Delusion Nangong Yu Playable in Zenless Zone Zero 2.7
NewsFeb 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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Voice Actor Kenichi Suzumura on a Break for Health Reasons
NewsFeb 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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Preview: Monster Hunter Stories 3 Tonal Shift Suits Its Situation
NewsFeb 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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