UsoNatsu: The Summer Romance Bloomed From A Lie is Coming to Switch

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Soul Kiwami
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PROTOTYPE has announced that LYCORIS-developed yuri visual novel UsoNatsu: The Summer Romance Bloomed From A Lie is coming to Nintendo Switch on June 18. The Switch version of UsoNatsu: The Summer Romance Bloomed From A Lie will be sold physically in Japan with a limited edition for 10,780 yen. It was also confirmed that the Switch version supports one-handed play and touch screen controls. 

UsoNatsu: The Summer Romance Bloomed From A Lie launched on November 3, 2023 worldwide for PC via Steam with English, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese language options and Japanese voice-overs.

Lastly, here’s an overview of the visual novel’s story, via Steam: 

Story

“Love can so easily turn people into liars.”

On a hill overlooking the sea is Minatocho’s Aoba Dai-ichi High School.
One night, 2nd year student, Tachibana Kaoru is completely heartbroken by her middle school homeroom teacher, Shimotsuki Mirei.
That scene is also seen by Minagi Shiori, a model student who is also in Kaoru’s class.
In state of despondence, Kaoru opens up to Shiori about her past with Mirei.
After listening intently to Kaoru’s story, Shiori, with a mysterious air about her, poses a question.

“Instead of forgetting someone you cared about… do you think it’s possible to simply overwrite those memories with different ones?”
“I’m not sure if it’s truly possible or not, but I might have to try something like that if I’m going to get over her.”

With that, Shiori suddenly makes a surprising request to Kaoru:

“I need you to help me forget about my older brother.”

It is a request to overwrite the memories of her older brother by going through a tour of her past memories.
Shiori has always wanted to live up to the standard of excellence that her older brother embodied,
but as she held a career counseling sheet in her hand, she realizes that she no longer made decisions for herself.

“Sure, okay. But how?”

Kaoru is enthusiastic about this “tour of memories” that she will go on with Shiori.
She too wants to forget about her teacher, who was her first crush.

Their relationship is then discovered by Inohara Riku, a fellow classmate who also harbors feelings for Shiori.
And so the curtain rises on this sometimes slapstick fun as well as poignant love story.

Crunchyroll to Stream Oshi no Ko Season 1 and 2

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Soul Kiwami
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Oshi no Ko Season 1

Crunchyroll, in collaboration with HIDIVE and other partners, will be streaming the first two seasons of Oshi no Ko, with Season 1 now streaming. Season 2 of Oshi no Ko will be streaming this spring, and both seasons will stream with an English dub and Japanese with subtitles. 

Coincidentally, the new Oshi no Ko Puzzle Star mobile game launched today for Android and iOS in Japan. A global launch for Oshi no Ko Puzzle Star is planned, but a release date was not announced yet. While waiting on the global launch, fans can watch Oshi no Ko Season 3 on Crunchyroll and HIDIVE. Episodes will be released with English subs and an English dub. 

CHANMINA performs the Oshi no Ko Season 3 opening theme song “Test Me” and natori performs the ending theme song “Serenade.” Chief animation directors for the third season include Kanna Hirayama, Ayaka Muroga, Kimiaki Mizuno, Shuri, Rina Morita, Haruka Inade, and Hirono Nishiki. Kenji Sawada is the main animator.

The cast of the first two seasons, including Takeo Otsuka as Aqua, returns in Oshi no Ko Season 3. New cast members include Mamoru Miyano as Hikaru Kamiki, Hina Kino as Tsukuyomi, Yuto Takenaka as Shun Yoshizumi and Yōji Ueda as Tetsu Urushibara.

Oshi no Ko Season 3 new key visual
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The final volume of the Oshi no Ko manga series by Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari released on December 18, 2024 in Japan. All chapters are available to read right now on Manga Plus in English.

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

“In the world of showbiz, lies are weapons.” Goro works as an OB-GYN in the countryside, a life far removed from the entertainment industry. Meanwhile, his favorite idol, Ai Hoshino, has begun her climb to stardom. The two meet in the “worst possible way,” setting the gears of fate in motion! The amazing Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari team up to depict the world of showbiz from a completely new perspective in this shocking series!

Pokémon GO Bug Out Event Features Blipbug and New GO Pass

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Soul Kiwami
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Pokémon GO Bug Out

Niantic and The Pokémon Company have announced the Pokémon GO Bug Out Event will be held from March 17 at 10:00 a.m. to March 23 at 8:00 p.m. local time. Bug Out will mark the Pokémon GO debuts of Blipbug, Dottler, and Orbeetle.

During the event, Pokémon GO players can use 25 Blipbug Candy to evolve Blipbug into Dottler and 100 Blipbug Candy to evolve Dottler into Orbeetle. There will be some notable event bonuses, including a variety of Pokémon that will be attracted to regular Lure Modules with an increased chance of being Shiny.  

The following Pokémon will appear more regularly during the event: 

  • March 17 at 10:00 a.m. to March 19 at 10:00 a.m. local time
    • Paras
    • Sizzlipede
  • March 19 at 10:00 a.m. to March 21 at 10:00 a.m. local time
    • Cutiefly
    • Sizzlipede
  • March 21 at 10:00 a.m. to March 23 at 8:00 p.m. local time
    • Combee
    • Sizzlipede

There will also be Major Milestones on the event’s GO Pass with the following bonuses:

  • Tier 1
    • 2× XP for successfully catching Pokémon with Nice Throws or better
  • Tier 2
    • 2× Candy for successfully catching Pokémon
    • GO Pass Deluxe: 3× Candy for successfully catching Pokémon

Caterpie, Dwebble, Sizzlipede, Nymble and Scyther will appear as event-themed Pokémon, and players can earn a variety of rewards and more encounters by completing Field Research tasks. 

The following Pokémon will appear in raids: 

  • One-Star Raids
    • Blipbug
  • Three-Star Raids
    • Pinsir
    • Scizor
    • Kleavor

The GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe for Bug Out will be available in Pokémon GO, with the Deluxe pass being a paid option ($4.99) with upgraded upgraded rewards and faster progression. For $6.99, players can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe + 6 Ranks and automatically earn enough GO Points to reach Rank 7. Rewards unlocked in the GO Pass will expire on Wednesday, March 25 at 8:00 p.m. local time. Full details can be found at the Pokémon GO blog. 

PlayStation Plus March 2026 Monthly Games Lineup Revealed

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Soul Kiwami
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PlayStation Plus March 2026 Monthly Games

Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed its PlayStation Plus monthly games lineup for March 2026 featuring PGA Tour 2K25, Monster Hunter Rise, Slime Rancher 2, and The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road. PlayStation Plus members will have access to the March 2026 monthly games lineup starting March 3 through April 6.

Every month, PlayStation Plus brings several PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 games to subscribers of all three tiers. Alongside a number of PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 games, PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members also gain access to classics from the original PlayStation, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation Portable.

PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for March 2026

The March 2026 monthly games lineup for PlayStation Plus may be found below, via PlayStation Blog: 

PGA Tour 2K25 | PS5 

Step onto golf’s biggest stages and prove you can rise among the greats. Compete in the ultimate test: The PGA Championship, The U.S. Open, and The Open Championship make their PGA TOUR 2K debut. Rise through the ranks in an expanded MyCareer, where every round builds your legacy. Create your path to greatness with new MyPlayer customization, upgraded Skill Trees, and advanced Course Designer tools. Then take your shot against the best in ranked, casual, and cross-platform multiplayer

Monster Hunter Rise | PS5, PS4

The worldwide hit series Monster Hunter returns with a host of new gameplay features, original monsters and a story inspired by ancient Japanese folklore. Personalize your hunter, choose from 14 unique weapon types, recruit your Palico Felyne and all-new Palamute Canyne companions, and gear up to explore a range of vast, richly detailed hunting maps. Whether you prefer to go solo or enjoy the company of a four-person squad, smart difficulty scaling guarantees a fair and thrilling battle. The irresistible Monster Hunter loop remains, with each successful hunt yielding the materials required to craft and upgrade your weapons and armor, allowing you to hunt tougher monsters and gather more precious resources.

Slime Rancher 2 | PS5 

Slime Rancher 2 is a sequel to the award-winning, smash-hit original that has been enjoyed by over 15 million fans worldwide. Continue the adventures of Beatrix LeBeau as she journeys to Rainbow Island, a mysterious land brimming with ancient technology, unknown natural resources, and an avalanche of wiggling, jiggling, new slimes to discover. As Beatrix attempts to unravel the island’s secrets and uncover its true purpose, she’ll build, ranch, and farm within a beautiful conservatory, whose sparkling glass walls give her full view of the prismatic paradise she now calls home.

The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road | PS5, PS4

Every legend starts somewhere, and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Write your story into a vibrant chapter of Tamriel’s distant past that takes place nearly 1,000 years before the iconic The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and discover a world steeped in adventure and possibility. Travel the vast land of Tamriel and discover a world of adventure. Explore the mushroom forests of Morrowind, battle Daedric foes in the realms of Oblivion, or face off against other players in PvP combat. The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road grants instant access to all major Chapter zones, biomes and quest arcs across Tamriel. 2025 Content Pass not included.

Balatro is Now Available for Nintendo Switch 2

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Soul Kiwami
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Balatro Switch 2

Playstack and LocalThunk have launched the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Balatro for $14.99 in the Nintendo eShop. Balatro for Switch 2 is currently 20% off in the Nintendo eShop through March 4, and players who already own the Switch version may upgrade for free.

Balatro is available now for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Android, iOS, and PC via Steam. 

Here’s an overview of the game, via the Nintendo eShop:

Balatro is a poker-inspired roguelike deck builder all about creating powerful synergies and winning big.

The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.

Combine valid poker hands with unique Joker cards in order to create varied synergies and builds. Earn enough chips to beat devious blinds, all while uncovering hidden bonus hands and decks as you progress. You’re going to need every edge you can get in order to reach the boss blind, beat the final ante and secure victory.

Previously, Balatro was nominated for several awards during The Game Awards 2024, including Best Debut Indie Game and the prestigious Game of the Year award. Balatro won Best Debut Indie Game, Best Mobile Game, and Best Indie Game awards at that event. 

Out of Words Reveals Two New Behind-the-Scenes Videos

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Saras Rajpal
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Out of Words

Kong Orange, WiredFly, and Epic Games Publishing have released two new behind-the-scenes videos for the upcoming game Out of Words. The game will release later in 2026. 

The two new videos focus on one of the game’s characters, the Prince. The first features an overview of his character and the process of bringing him to life, while the second features a look at how the Prince puppet was created. Check out both below:

Meet a Real Stop Motion Prince

How We Made a Prince for Stop Motion

Out of Words will release in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Epic Games Store, and Nintendo Switch 2. The PlayStation Store describes it as follows:

Out Of Words

Find your lost voices in a co-op platformer adventure. Together with a friend, via online cross-platform or couch co-op, explore the wild, colorful realm of Vokabulantis as Kurt and Karla in a story about the first time they held hands — where everything you see is crafted by hand.

A Handcrafted Adventure

From puppet masters, to programmers to poets; this is the unique game development team behind Out of Words. From the mind of acclaimed poet Morten Søndergaard, co-developers WiredFly and Kong Orange carefully designed and crafted each stop-motion character, environment, and co-op mechanic to tell a story with a distinctly human touch.

A Journey For Two

Solve physics-defying puzzles in ancient catacombs and perform daring stunts among the clay skyscrapers of Nounberg, Out of Words is a journey for two, and this adventure will require cooperation, communication and perfect timing between you and your co-player.

A Story About Finding The Words

The world is at stake – and so is your relationship. Kurt and Karla become entangled in a battle for the future of Vokabulantis and their friendship itself. Traverse the wonders and dangers of the world of Vokabulantis and falling in love. Kurt and Karla may save this wonderland — but at what cost?

Dead by Daylight Announces ‘All Kill: Comeback’ Chapter

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Saras Rajpal
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Dead by Daylight Announces 'All Kill-Comeback' Chapter

Behaviour Interactive has announced a new chapter for Dead by Daylight, titled “All Kill: Comeback,” which will release on March 17. The new chapter is playable now in the PTB (Public Test Beta). 

The chapter will feature a new survivor: Kwon Tae-young. Singer-songwriter Kevin Woo will voice the character. Additionally, it also adds the game’s first urban map, titled The Trickster’s Delusion, which features a Korean-inspired neon landscape with shops, a night club, and more. Further, The Trickster killer will receive some new revisions and upgrades. 

Behaviour Interactive initially released Dead by Daylight in 2016. The game is a multiplayer asymmetrical horror game where four players must survive against one lone killer. It is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Over the years, Dead by Daylight has included characters from famed horror franchises. This includes Resident Evil, Silent Hill, Alien, Chucky, and Alan Wake, Tokyo Ghoul, and most recently, Five Nights at Freddy’s. 

The Steam page describes Dead by Daylight as follows:

Trapped forever in a realm of eldritch evil where even death is not an escape, four determined Survivors face a bloodthirsty Killer in a vicious game of nerve and wits. Pick a side and step into a world of tension and terror with horror gaming’s best asymmetrical multiplayer.

Survivors play in third-person and have the advantage of better situational awareness. The Killer plays in first-person and is more focused on their prey.

The Survivors’ goal in each encounter is to escape the Killing Ground without getting caught by the Killer – something that sounds easier than it is, especially when the environment changes every time you play.

Ninja Gaiden 4 ‘The Two Masters’ DLC Releases on March 4

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Soul Kiwami
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Ninja Gaiden 4 The Two Masters screenshot

Koei Tecmo, PlatinumGames, and Team NINJA have announced the new “The Two Masters” DLC for Ninja Gaiden 4 will release on March 4. The Ninja Gaiden 4 – The Two Masters DLC features new weapons (Yakumo’s “Solitaire” scythe and Ryu’s “Jakotsumon” serpent gauntlets), new story campaign chapters, new enemies and trials, and the “Abyssal Road” challenge mode.

Ninja Gaiden 4 is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Windows and Steam. The action game features two playable characters, the new protagonist Yakumo from the Raven clan and the returning series lead, Ryu Hayabusa. The story of Ninja Gaiden 4 centers around the return of the Dark Dragon, drawing the two protagonists into the fray. Players can enjoy movesets, challenging levels, and high-speed dynamic action that PlatinumGames is known for.

Moreover, fans can catch up with Ninja Gaiden 2, a full remake in Unreal Engine 5 that honors the original sequel. Momiji, Ayane, and Rachel are still playable, and the game includes a new beginner-friendly “Hero Play Style.” The Ninja Gaiden 2: Black remake is available now for $49.99 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Windows and Steam.

Lastly, fans can dive into The Game Kitchen’s Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound offers a new 2D experience that promises to blend the gameplay of the classic entries with the depth and intense action from the 3D games. The game follows Kenji Mozu as he faces a demonic threat endangering the Hayabusa Village.

Halloween Playable Demo Announced for PAX East

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Saras Rajpal
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Halloween Playable Demo Announced for PAX East

IllFonic has announced that it a demo for its upcoming game, Halloween, will be playable at PAX East from March 26 to 29. The game will release on September 8, 2026. 

Additionally, alongside the playable demo, a panel dedicated to the game will also be held during PAX East. The panel will feature IllFonic’s Jared Gerritzen and Jordan
Mathewson, among others. Additionally, John Carpenter, director of the original 1978 film, will join virtually. The demo will highlight the map, Haddonfield Heights, as well as the game’s mechanics. 

Halloween will release on September 8, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Lastly, here’s an overview of the game, via IllFonic:

Step into the chilling world of John Carpenter’s genre-defining film, now transformed into a suspenseful one-versus-many stealth horror experience. Put on the iconic mask to become the ultimate slasher, Michael Myers, stalking and executing the citizens of Haddonfield one by one, or striving to thwart Michael Myers’ plans as Civilians determined to save the unaware townsfolk before it’s too late.

Stick to the shadows as Civilians, seeking out Haddonfield residents to warn them and searching for a way to contact the authorities. As Michael Myers, give them a reason to fear the dark and cut the phone lines to prevent the police from ruining his favorite holiday. Whether playing solo in story mode, against bots offline, or facing others in online multiplayer, each mode rewards stealth, strategy, and skillful play.

Staying true to the original film, IllFonic masterfully recreates the eerie atmosphere of Haddonfield across multiple maps and authentic locations. With a haunting ambience and score inspired by the legendary movie, Halloween brings the terror home in a new experience that will keep both old and new generations looking over their shoulders.

The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen Season 2 Premieres April 7

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Douglas
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The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen

The official website for the anime adaptation of Tenichi and Suzunosuke’s The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen: From Villainess to Savior light novel series revealed the second season’s key visual, new cast member, theme songs, and April 7 release date. According to the website, Retroriron is performing the anime’s opening theme song “Ego,” while Garakuta is performing the ending theme song “Tarareba.”

©天壱・一迅社／ラス為製作委員会 2026

The cast of The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen: From Villainess to Savior Season 2 includes:

  • Kōki Uchiyama as 15-year-old Stale
  • Haruka Tomatsu as Tiara
  • Junya Enoki as Arthur
  • Kōji Yusa as Gilbert
  • Junichi Suwabe as Val
  • Shinnosuke Tachibana as Leon
  • Hikaru Midorikawa as Cedric
  • Ryōta Suzuki as Harrison (new)

Norio Nitta directs the new season at OLM Team Yoshioka. Deko Akao is in charge of the series scripts, and Hitomi Kōno returns as the character designer. Hanae Nakamura, Tatsuhiko Saiki, Kanade Sakuma, Junko Nakajima, Misaki Tsuchida, Tsugumi Tanaka and Kaho Sawada are the music composers.

The first season of The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen premiered in July 2023. Additionally, Sentai Filmworks licensed the anime, which was streamed on HIDIVE as it aired in Japan. Sentai Filmworks also released the anime on Blu-ray in October 2024.

Tenichi began serializing the original story in the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website in April 2018. The series is still ongoing, with Ichijinsha publishing the story in print with illustrations from Suzunosuke. Akiko Kawano’s ongoing manga adaptation began in June 2023 in Ichijinsha’s Monthly Comic Zero-Sum magazine.

Lastly, Seven Seas Entertainment publishes the light novel and manga series, describing it as follows:

Pride Royal Ivy is only eight years old when she realizes that she’s been reincarnated, destined to become the future wicked queen and final boss of an otome game. She’s got it all in this new life: razor-sharp wit, boss-tier powers, and influence over the kingdom as crown princess. Determined to sow despair and destruction across the land, she… Wait, what kind of a rotten future is that?! Princess Pride decides to drop the maniacal villainess plan and protect the male love interests instead, cheating her way to saving everyone she can! Will this final boss end up earning the adoration of her kingdom?
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