Ore to Yu Nii! Anime Reveals Main Cast and Staff Members

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Ore to Yu Nii! anime

The official X (formerly Twitter) account for Ore to Yu Nii! (Me and Older Brother Yu), the anime adaptation of Miyuki Nakayama’s boys love manga Shota x Oni, has revealed the main cast and staff of the upcoming series. A new key visual was also released.

Ore to Yu Nii! key visual
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The main cast of Ore to Yu Nii! includes Shinnosuke Tokudome as Tsubaki and Shūichirō Umeda as Yū. Noriko Hashimoto directs the new anime series, and Yuniko Ayana is overseeing the series scripts.

Nakayama released the Shota X Oni manga on the Comic CMOA website as part of the launch for Square Enix’s boys-love manga label “Gangan BLiss” in September 2021. At the 13th annual Boys-Love Awards presented by Chil-Chil, the manga won Best Next Generation (Newcomer).

Additionally, the series is available on Manga UP!, ebookjapan, LINE Manga, and the Kindle Store! On March 22, 2025, Square Enix published the sixth compiled book volume of the manga. The seventh volume will release on March 21 this year.

Lastly, here’s an overview of the series via MyAnimeList:

Elementary schooler Tsubaki is head over heels for his childhood friend, Yuu, a gentle and easygoing high schooler.

Though Yuu always treats him with care, he can’t help but see Tsubaki as just a kid. But Tsubaki is determined—”I’ll grow up fast and make Yuu-nii happy!”

With youthful determination and an earnest heart, Tsubaki’s love story is just beginning—a heartfelt tale of innocence, admiration, and the bonds that grow over time.

Wuthering Waves Version 3.2 ‘Resolution to Illuminate the Shadows’ Update Releases on March 19

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Wuthering Waves Version 3.2

Kuro Games has announced that Wuthering Waves Version 3.2 “Resolution to Illuminate the Shadows” will launch on March 19 featuring new Resonator Sigrika, special events, new main story quests, Persona 5 Royal Expedition Motorbike Collab Livery bundles, and much more. Wuthering Waves Version 3.2 players can also receive free rewards by redeeming new gift codes. 

Here’s a full overview of the update, via the game’s official website:

Wuthering Waves Version 3.2 Update Overview

  • New Main Quests
    • Chapter III Act IV Gold Suspended in Shadows
    • Segue: Afterstory Rabbit Reflected in Shades
  • New Expedition Motorbike Liveries
    • QUEEN and VIOLET – From April 9, 2026 at 10:00 to April 29, 2026 at 11:59 (server time), the following Expedition Motorbike Collab Livery bundles (Persona 5 Royal) will be available in the Store: QUEEN and VIOLET.
  • New High Difficulty Recurring Challenge
    • Endstate Matrix – Endstate Matrix is updated in the form of Challenge Cycles. Each Challenge Cycle contains multiple Challenge Stages. The first Challenge Cycle (Endstate Matrix: Doomsday Cycle) lasts from Version 3.2 to Version 3.4. For more details, stay tuned for upcoming official announcements.
  • New Tactical Hologram Challenge
    • Tactical Hologram: Hyvatia
  • Optimizations
    • Gaming Experience
      • In the Resonator trial event “Ascendant Aces,” you can now directly claim the rewards for Resonators whose trials you’ve completed in a previous version upon re-entering the event, without having to repeat the challenges.
    • Expedition Motorbike Experience
      • Optimized the Expedition Motorbike’s Autopilot Mode: Adjusted the obstacle-avoidance logic to reduce sudden tur caused by overly sensitive detection while driving.
      • Optimized Expedition Motorbike’s chassis adaptability: This reduces instances of getting stuck on small bumps or uneve terrain, allowing for smoother travel overall.
    • Echo Upgrade & Management
      • Adjusted the underlying logic of Echo management: Plans can now be edited based on Sonata Effect instead of freely assigning empty plans. You can batch-process your Echoes once you’ve finalized an optimized Echo management plan. Added the feature allowing the sharing and importing of Echo management plans: You can generate a plan code to share it with others or enter another Rover’s plan code to quickly import and apply their full plan configuration.
      • Added Smart Discard: You can discard Echoes according to Suggested Plan or Custom Management Plan. Based on the selected method, Echo Smart Discard can quickly filter and discard owned Echoes.
      • Optimized Echo Backpack: When the total number of stored Echoes exceeds a certain threshold, you will be reminded to use Smart Discard, and when the total number of discarded Echoes exceeds a certain threshold, you will be reminded to use Data Merge.
    • Graphics and Performance
      • Added the “High Quality” option for some mobile devices with relatively high performance.
      • Added the adjustable “Render Distance” option on PC. You can customize this setting based on your hardware and personal preferences.
  • New Resonator
    • Sigrika
  • Upcoming Featured Resonator Convene
    • Phase I
      • When the Runes Glitter
      • Wanderer Knows No Far and Near
    • Phase II
      • Undefined Spectrum
      • Between Light and Shadow
      • With Hushed Whispers
  • New Weapon
    • Solsworn Ciphers
  • Upcoming Featured Weapon Convene
    • Phase I
      • Solsworn Ciphers
      • Emerald Sentence
    • Phase II
      • Spectrum Blaster
      • Blazing Justice
      • Luminous Hymn
  • Special Events
    • Soar to the Beat – Rhythm Challenge Event
    • Gifts of Solsworn – Seven-Day Login Event
    • Knights of the Wild – Featured Challenge Event
    • Lahai-Roi Blocks – Leisure Event
    • Speed up! F.U.E.L. Instrumentality Project! – Leisure Event
    • The Flaming Red in Memory – Showcase Event
    • Whispers Between Stars – Permanent Event
  • Merchandise
    • Fleurdelys Cartethyia Collector’s Edition Statue – Prototype Reveal
    • Cartethyia 1/6 Scale Figure – Prototype Reveal
    • The Shorekeeper Nendoroid – Coming Soon

Wuthering Waves, the Player’s Voice award winner from The Game Awards 2025, is available now for Android, iOS, Mac, PlayStation 5, and PC via Windows, Steam, and Epic Games Store. The game is also compatible on Steam Deck, meaning it will likely be playable on the upcoming Steam Machine.

A physical Wuthering Waves PlayStation 5 Deluxe Collection will launch in spring 2026. This physical copy includes an exclusive metal display featuring vibrant game-inspired artwork, an acrylic standee of the two main protagonists, decorative acrylic paper, a collectible postcard, and redemption codes for a selection of in-game items. 

Fear the Spotlight PlayStation 5 Physical Edition Available Now

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Fear the Spotlight PlayStation 5 Physical Edition Available Now

Blumhouse Games and iam8bit has released a physical edition for Fear the Spotlight on PlayStation 5. It is available to purchase via iam8bit’s website, as well as through select local and online retailers. 

All copies of the Fear the Spotlight physical edition includes a collectible 12” x 18” poster. Further, if you purchase it via the iam8bit website, you’ll get an exclusive outer sleeve. Check out a picture of the physical edition below:

Fear the Spotlight Physical

Fear the Spotlight is available now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Final Weapon reviewed the game and gave it a 4/5. We described it as a “great first showing for Blumhouse Games and Cozy Game Pals. While the horror elements never quite create a feeling of long-term suspense and dread, the great narrative, endearing characters, and challenging puzzles more than justify the 20 dollar price point and the six-hour runtime.”

Lastly, the Steam page describes the game as follows:

Fear the Spotlight is an atmospheric third-person horror adventure with a disturbing mystery to unravel. Sneak into school after hours with Vivian and Amy, survive a séance gone wrong, solve tactile puzzles, and, whatever you do, stay out of the spotlight…

Sunnyside High has a dark history. When Vivian enters the deserted corridors for a seance with the rebellious Amy, she suddenly ends up alone, and at the mercy of the monster who wanders the halls. Vivian must avoid its gaze, find her friend, and uncover the disturbing, murderous truth of a decades old tragedy. Fear the Spotlight is a creepy love letter to classic 90s horror experiences with a focus of rich storytelling, puzzle solving, and a tense atmosphere. This is a perfect narrative horror game for those new to the genre.

Control and Alan Wake 2 Confirms Updated PSSR Support

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Control and Alan Wake 2 Confirms Updated PSSR Support

Remedy Entertainment have released a new update for both Alan Wake 2 and Control, which adds support for the “advanced version” of PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution). 

PlayStation initially released the updated version of PSSR alongside Resident Evil Requiem. It overall allows the PlayStation 5 Pro to benefit from higher resolution and frame rate, with very few compromises. In the case of both Alan Wake 2 and Control, according to Remedy, it brings “noticeable improvements in image stability clarity of motion.” Check out the announcement post below:

The next game from Remedy, Control Resonant, will release in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The game features Dylan Faden exploring a twisted version of New York City, in a more melee-focused hack-and-slash take on the original Control game. The Steam page describes it as follows:

After years in confinement at the hands of the Federal Bureau of Control (FBC), Dylan Faden’s former captors are deploying him at the peak of a supernatural crisis.

Charged with combating a mysterious cosmic entity as it alters fundamental aspects of our reality, Dylan must harness his new-found powers to take the fight to the myriad threats overwhelming Manhattan.

Join Dylan in this sequel to the multi-award-winning CONTROL to explore the expansive zones of a city overrun by the corrupting influences of the chaotic Hiss, invasive micro-organism, the Mold, and other twisted paranatural threats.

On the path to unlocking the full potential of his supernatural abilities Dylan will also seek out his sister, FBC Director Jesse Faden, as he bids to comprehend and contain the dangers that have spilled beyond the confines of the Oldest House to tear our world apart.

Uncover the motivations of characters and entities throughout a ravaged Manhattan. Guide Dylan as he seeks to re-establish his identity, dig deeper into the inner workings of the FBC and reveal the horrors threatening humankind.

Encounter faces old and new on a path fraught with risk but rich in opportunity as the cityscape is reshaped and reality is redefined by a godlike force.

Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 5 Premieres on April 8

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Rent-A-Girlfriend Season 5 anime

The staff of the Rent-A-Girlfriend anime series have announced that Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 5 will premiere on April 8 at 10:00 p.m. JST on DMM TV, followed by its premiere on the Animeism programming block on April 11 at 2:23 a.m. JST on MBS, TBS, and CBC. In addition to the April 8 premiere announcement, a new trailer and key visual for Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 5 were also revealed.

Rent-A-Girlfriend Season 5 April 8 visual
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Sora Amamiya performs the opening theme song “Non Scenario Etude” and rock band NAKIGOTO performs the ending theme song “204-gōshitsu (Room 204).”

Rent-A-Girlfriend Season 4 premiered on July 1, 2025 in Japan on the DMM and d Anime Store streaming services and Crunchyroll worldwide. Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 5 was initially slated to be the second cour of Season 4. 

Revamped singing trio ClariS perform Season 4’s opening theme song “Umitsuki.” Regal Lily performs the ending theme song “Boku no Vega” (My Vega).

The staff from TMS Entertainment return their work on the third season of Rent-A-Girlfriend, with Kazuomi Koga returning to his directorial duties from the first two seasons. Mitsutaka Hirota is the scriptwriter and handles series composition.

The Japanese cast includes:

  • Shun Horie as Kazuya Kinoshita
  • Sora Amamiya as Chizuru Mizuhara
  • Nao Tōyama as Ruka Sarashina
  • Aoi Yūki as Mami Nanami
  • Yū Serizawa as Mini Yaemori
  • Rie Takahashi as Sumi Sakurasawa

The English cast includes:

  • Alex Mai as Kazuya
  • Celeste Perez as Chizuru
  • Sarah Williams as Ruka
  • Landon McDonald as Shun
  • Lisette Monique Diaz as Mini
  • Chris Hackney as Takeshi 

Lastly, here’s an overview of the anime series, via Crunchyroll:

Kinoshita Kazuya is a 20-year-old failure of a college student. He managed to kiss his girlfriend once but was dumped after a month. “Ugh… Damn it. I never want to go through that again.”

Completely spiteful, Kazuya uses a certain method to date a girl. He goes to their meeting place and suddenly hears, “You’re Kazuya-kun, right?” A beautiful girl brushing her long, black hair behind her ear was there, smiling at him. Her name was Mizuhara Chizuru. Something real is born after just a single rental! A reckless rom-com filled with love and excitement is about to begin!

Rivals of Aether II Releases ‘Fun-For-All Update’ on April 7

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Rivals of Aether II Releases 'Fun-For-All Update' on April 7

Aether Studios has announced the “Fun-For-All” update for Rivals of Aether II, which will be available on April 7. The update adds a new character, new modes, new features, and more. 

The free update adds the following:

  • Item Mode
    • A chaotic twist to matches, featuring 20 different unique items to find, grab, and fling at your opponents.
  • Casual Stages
    • 10 new variants of the base stage selection. Each is full of hazards, surprises, and plenty of space for combat.
  • Slade, the Swagger of the Sea
    • A brand new playable character with an moveset built around swashbuckling sword attacks. He also utilizes  a unique coin-collecting, item-purchasing mechanic that’s easy to learn and hard to master.

Check out the trailer showcasing Slade, one of the many new additions in the “Fun-For-All” update in Rivals of Aether II, below:

Rivals of Aether II is available now on PC via Steam, with a console release planned at a later date. The store page describes it as follows:

About

Rivals of Aether II is the next generation of platform fighters and multiplayer brawlers. This sequel to the hit indie fighting game Rivals of Aether is expanded and upgraded with 3D visuals, new mechanics, improved online support, and more!

The Aether Universe is a world where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth – and powerful Rivals harness those powers to clobber each other! Rivals of Aether II continues the franchise’s iconic focus on competitive depth, accessible gameplay, and unforgettable characters. Whether you’re a competitive master of the genre or a newcomer looking to have fun, Rivals of Aether II delivers a fast-paced and flashy brawler experience that you won’t forget.

Rivals of Aether II features an exciting base roster of new and returning characters – with post-launch plans to add additional playable characters to the game for free! Each of these playable Rivals have an expansive moveset featuring new mechanics and special moves that are not only an upgrade over the original game, but new to the platform fighter genre as a whole. Shields, ledges, grabs and throws add new layers to the frenetic flow of combat in Rivals of Aether II. On top of that, the Pummel Special, Ledge Special, and Getup Special provide unique combat options that push the genre forward in exciting new ways.

Crystal of Atlan Releases New Inventor Class

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Crystal of Atlan Releases New Inventor Class

Nuverse and Skystone Games have added a new class to Crystal of Atlan, known as the Inventor class, alongside two branch classes. New events commemorating the addition are also available. 

A press release provides an overview of the new Inventor class:

The Inventor class is embodied by Jodi, a bright-eyed tinkerer who’s just arrived at the City of Magitech. Armed with a wrench and an imagination to match, she doesn’t brawl—she engineers her way through battles, commanding an arsenal of Magitech mechs to dispatch enemies from a safe distance.
Players choosing Inventor can specialize into one of two branch classes:
    • Empirica is a long-range specialist. She rapidly deploys a variety of armed mechs—keeping the action far from the front lines while maintaining serious damage output.
    • Rhapsodia is a mid-range physical DPS with two distinct combat stances: fighting independently, or climbing into the cockpit of a powerful mecha for a dramatically different feel.

With the release of the Inventor class, players will be able to access a series of limited-time events. These include Inspiration Chase, which rewards daily logins with high-value items, including Erosion Eye Stones and Lv.65 Epic Gear Selection Boxes, and Odyssey of Imagination, which applies experience and coin bonuses specifically for Inventor players. Class-change restrictions have also been lifted. Further, the latest update adds a new collectible pet, known as the Martial Panda. 

Check out the initial trailer showcasing the new Inventor class in Crystal of Atlan below:

Lastly, Crystal of Atlan is available now on Android, iOS, PlayStation 5, and PC via Windows, Steam, and Epic Games Store.

Blue Protocol: Star Resonance Announces Shangri-La Frontier and Fairy Tail Collabs

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Blue Protocol Star Resonance x Fairy Tail

A PLUS JAPAN and BOKURA have announced free-to-play MMORPG Blue Protocol: Star Resonance will be collaborating with the popular Shangri-La Frontier and Fairy Tail anime series this year. The Blue Protocol: Star Resonance and Shangri-La Frontier collaboration begins first on March 19, followed by Fairy Tail and one more unannounced anime collaboration in May 2026.

Blue Protocol: Star Resonance is available now for Android, iOS, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store with cross-play and cross-progression. Crunchyroll subscribers can log into Blue Protocol: Star Resonance to earn exclusive in-game rewards, including avatar frames, mount skins, and more.

Lastly, here’s an overview of the game, via the official Steam page:

Welcome to Regnas!

Begin your MMORPG adventure in an anime-styled fantasy world!

Explore the Open World

Magna is a vast land full of wonder: mine rare crystals, gather mystical herbs and mushrooms, or stumble into sudden monster stampedes! Between battles, lose yourself in breathtaking vistas.

Be Whoever You Wanna Be

Tank with unbreakable shields, heal with radiant spells, or unleash skillful moves to deal great damage—then swap styles anytime! And combat roles are just the start! In Star Resonance, you can also express yourself with deep customization and various outfits that make you a star in town!

Rally, Raid, and Reap Your Rewards

Assemble multiplayer parties to topple bosses with attack patterns that are easy to learn but still demand teamwork. Keep looting and make yourself—and your guild—legendary.

We Are in This Together

Fish at riversides, dance at the town’s fair, set off fireworks at night, or even meme in guild chat—remember to have fun with friends, because Regnas shines brightest when shared.

Octopath Traveler Series Reaches 7 Million Copies Sold

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Octopath Traveler series

Square Enix has announced that the Octopath Traveler HD-2D RPG series has shipped and digitally sold 7 million copies worldwide. To celebrate 7 million copies sold for the series, Square Enix has released a new Octopath Traveler illustration by character designer Maika Minami.

Octopath Traveler 7 million copies sold illustration

Octopath Traveler 0, alongside the original game and Octopath Traveler II, is available now for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. A Octopath Traveler 0 free demo is available now with save data transfers over to the full game. The Standard Edition costs $49.99, while the Digital Deluxe Edition costs $59.99.

On March 5, Square Enix released a new update for Octopath Traveler 0 with improvements to overall game performance. In addition to performance improvements, the latest Octopath Traveler 0 update increases the number of people that can be trained at the training ground, and players can now fight a specific box again).

Final Weapon previously reviewed Octopath Traveler 0 and gave it a 4.5/5 score, noting that the game “delivers the series’ most cohesive story yet, backed by its sharpest combat system and a surprisingly addictive town-building feature. By blending a focused narrative with a large, memorable cast and wrapping it all in gorgeous HD-2D visuals, it stands as both the strongest entry in the franchise and one of the best JRPGs in years.”

Octopath Traveler 0 was featured on the cover of Famitsu’s December 18 magazine issue, which released on December 4, 2025. The December 18 Famitsu issue includes a cover illustration by Octopath Traveler 0 character designer Naoki Ikushima, and the issue has a 21-page feature and interview with producer Hirohito Suzuki.

Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 Trail to the Heavens Launches on April 28

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Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 Trail to the Heavens

Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 Trail to the Heavens will launch on April 28. Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 Trail to the Heavens will be a two-part update featuring new main scenario quests, a new dungeon, a new Ultimate Raid, a new Trial, and so much more. The second part of the Patch 7.5 main scenario will be released in September 2026. 

Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 Trail to the Heavens key visual

Here’s an overview of what’s coming in Patch 7.5 and the rest of the Patch 7.5x series of updates, via Square Enix:

Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 Trail to the Heavens Overview

  • New Main Scenario Quests
  • New Alliance Raid – Echoes of Vana’diel, Part 3 – Windurst: The Third Walk
  • New Dungeon – The Clyteum
  • New Trial – Enuo – Includes both Normal and Extreme modes
  • Allied Society Capstone Quests
  • New Unreal Trial – Shinryu’s Domain (Unreal): Take on the mighty Shinryu at level 100
  • New Ultimate Raid
  • Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures
  • New Occult Crescent Update – New zone with new monsters, Critical Encounters, increased knowledge level, and multiple new Phantom Jobs
  • New Limited Job – Beastmaster
  • Duty Support Additions – Support for The Dusk Vigil & Shisui of the Violet Tides will be added
  • Ocean Fishing Update – New route (towards Thavnair)
  • Cosmic Exploration: New Planet – Auxsia – A new planet for intrepid crafters and gatherers to explore, as well as additional updates and changes
  • Housing Update – Increased limits for interior and exterior furnishings, new interior designs, and more
  • Armoire Update – A dramatic increase to the number of items that can be stored
  • Dye System Update
  • PvP Updates – PvP Series 11 begins, with adjustments to existing PvP actions and the addition of a new Crystalline Conflict arena: the Archeia Harmonia
  • Miscellaneous Updates – New Custom Deliveries, Phantom Weapon updates, Gold Saucer updates and more

Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail is available now for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Fans can also look forward to Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival, which will span across three events in North America, Europe, and Japan this year.

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