Monster Hunter Now Releasing Riftborne Diablos In New Update on January 19

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Saras Rajpal
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Monster Hunter Now Adds Riftborne Diablos In New Update

Capcom and Niantic have announced that a new update for Monster Hunter Now will release on January 19 and add the Riftborne Diablos monster. The update will launch alongside a new event that highlights the monster. 

When the new update releases, style selection for the Heavy Bowgun will also be available. During the event, Diablos and other large monsters will appear more frequently. Additionally, event effects will make it even easier for players to gather monster materials. They can also style customize weapons forged from Diablos materials. The event will continue until January 25. 

The following monsters will be present during the event, according to the Monster Hunter Now website:

  • Diablos (including Riftborne)
  • Brute Tigrex
  • Goss Harag
  • Quematrice
  • Lunagaron
  • Deviljho (including Riftborne)
  • The Kushala Daora Elder Dragon

Limited-time quests will be available where players can get rewards for slaying Diablos and Goss Harag, and slaying or repelling Kushala Daora. A Heavy Bowgun style quest will also be playable. Further, the website outlines the event effects:

    • More rewards for Hunt-a-thons
      • Receive two of each material in the first and second slots of basic rewards.
      • Chance of receiving 10 additional Rarity 1 materials from the slain monster.
    • More rewards for Elder Dragon Interceptions
      • Receive two of each material in the first to fourth slots of basic rewards.
    • More rewards for group hunts
      • Guaranteed second slot of monster materials for group hunt rewards.

Lastly, Monster Hunter Now is available now for Android and iOS. The next update, featuring Riftborne Diablos, will release alongside a new event on January 19. 

REANIMAL Demo Available Now on Nintendo Switch 2

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Saras Rajpal
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REANIMAL Demo Available Now on Nintendo Switch 2

THQ Nordic and Tarsier Studios have released the demo for REANIMAL on Nintendo Switch 2 before the game releases on February 13. The demo is also available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. 

Recently, THQ Nordic and Tarsier Studios opened pre-orders for the upcoming horror adventure game on Nintendo Switch 2 for $39.99 via the Nintendo eShop. Further, a Digital Deluxe Edition for Switch 2 will also be available for a limited time discount. The discount is for $53.99 (MSRP: $59.99), and features Season Pass and Foxhead and Muttonhead masks.

REANIMAL launches February 13, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. Additionally, the game will cost $39.99. Lastly, here’s an overview of REANIMAL, via THQ Nordic:

What is REANIMAL?

The original creators of Little Nightmares & Little Nightmares II have returned to take you on a more terrifying journey than ever before. In this co-op horror adventure game, you play as a brother & sister who go through hell to rescue their missing friends. Exploring by boat and on land, you must use your wits to survive, work together to escape the hellish island, and the dark secret that haunts you.

Horror With Hope

In this unsettling tale, the emphasis is on tension and thick atmosphere, as you join the two orphans on a desperate search for hope and redemption in the direst of circumstances.

Across A Dark and Twisted World

Traverse an intriguing but terrifying world, where the main path is only one part of the fragmented story. Discover all sorts of mysterious locations on your perilous journey, each with its own story to tell.

A Dread-Filled Adventure

Tarsier Studios is bringing their unique visual style to bear on a whole host of new twisted monsters and broken, yet resilient, child characters. Fragments of the children’s troubled past have been used as inspiration for their character design, and for the monsters that now torment them.

Share the Scare

Nobody should be forced to go through hell alone! Fully playable in single player and local & online co-op, REANIMAL has a shared, directed camera, designed to maximise claustrophobia and tension.

Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown Releases for Nintendo Switch 2 on February 18

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Saras Rajpal
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Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown Releases for Nintendo Switch 2 on February 18

Daedalic Entertainment and Gamexcite have announced that Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown will release for Nintendo Switch 2. It will also release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on February 18. 

A demo for Across the Unknown is available now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The demo will later release on Nintendo Switch 2, and will be updated on PC. The game will cost $39.99. Further, a deluxe edition will be available for $49.99. Check out the new trailer providing a deep dive of the combat in Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown below:

Lastly, the Steam page describes Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown as follows:

Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown is a story-driven survival strategy game in which the fate of the iconic starship is in your hands. Take the helm, manage the ship and resources, and make difficult decisions. Will you be able to bring home the ship and its crew?

Did you ever wonder what would have happened had Captain Janeway decided differently? If an important crew member had followed a different path? Or what the outcome would have been had the crew of the U.S.S. Voyager embraced Borg technology to increase their chances of survival?

Wonder no more: Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown allows players to take control and shape the journey of the U.S.S. Voyager as they want. Take a risky approach or play it safe. Be diplomatic or let phasers do the talking. Research technologies that were shunned by the crew. But: Be prepared to deal with the consequences of your actions! The game features rogue-like elements, so in each run you will encounter different situations and even iconic characters might meet an early end if you don’t react accordingly.

Fire Emblem Shadows Adds Erma: White Knight in New Update on January 14

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Saras Rajpal
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Fire Emblem Shadows Adds Erma: White Knight in New Update on January 14

Nintendo has announced that a new update for Fire Emblem Shadows will release on January 14 and add a new disciple, Erma: White Knight. The character will be available alongside Book 2, Chapters 9 and 10. 

Erma: White Knight has four main magic skills: Thunder Warp EX, Stamina Pull +, Tetrathunder Wall, and Dark Tetraedge. Check out the trailer showcasing Erma: White Knight in Fire Emblem Shadows below:

Lastly, Fire Emblem Shadows is available now on iOS and Android. Here’s an overview of the game, via Nintendo and the game’s respective store pages (Google Play, App Store):

The gameplay of Fire Emblem Shadows combines real-time strategy and social deduction. One of the three allies participating in each battle is secretly a treacherous disciple of shadow. Players choose to take on the role of either a disciple of light, aiming to find their way through the labyrinth, or a disciple of shadow.

After the initial battle, players vote to determine who they believe is the treacherous disciple of shadow. The outcome of the vote affects whether the next battle is more favorable or more challenging. Whether the disciples of light can correctly discover the traitor—or the disciple of shadow can successfully deceive the others—holds the key to how the next battle unfolds.

Consider the ally to your left and the one to your right. One of the three of you will betray the others. Can you manage real-time strategy and social deduction at the same time?

    • Listen—There’s Not Much Time – Someone in your party is a traitor. You only
      have a few minutes per battle to figure out who.
    • Prepare for Battle – Choose your weapons and magic skills for maximum impact.
      Will you remain loyal or betray all you knew? Expect the unexpected.
    • Hunt for Bargains – Buy and sell the treasure from battle with other players using in-game Gold! You’ll need a sharp eye to find the sharpest sword.
    • Two Tales – Enter the war between the goddesses of light and shadow. Discover the truth in the story by playing through both perspectives.

LEVEL-5 Reveals New Inazuma Eleven: Cross Mobile Game

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Soul Kiwami
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Inazuma Eleven Cross

LEVEL-5 has revealed Inazuma Eleven: Cross, a new mobile game developed for Android and iOS in collaboration with Aiming. Inazuma Eleven: Cross includes simulation gameplay with command-based controls and an original story with a new protagonist.

Similarly to Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, players will become a coach and build their team. Team building is a major component of gameplay and strategizing, along with actually playing matches. Players don’t control each player individually but instead act as a coach who determines the outcome based on team customization and in-game decisions. Matches can be played automatically, and player data from Inazuma Eleven: Cross will be compatible with the upcoming Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road sequel.

A closed beta test for Inazuma Eleven: Cross will begin on January 29 (JST), and recruitment for the beta test is now open in Japan on the game’s official website. Only 20,000 users will be accepted, and the beta test is only available to users in Japan.

LEVEL-5 also revealed new details about the second major update for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, titled Ares & Fabled Seed. This new update is scheduled to launch on January 28. The Ares & Fabled Seed update will introduce new features and the opening of the Ares Route in Chronicle Mode. Players can expect “a blazing football drama about boys and girls striving for the very top.” LEVEL-5 will also distribute the “Fabled Seed,” a special item that lets players upgrade one character of choice to the Fabled rarity. 

Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road Details Second Major Update ‘Ares & Fabled Seed’

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Soul Kiwami
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Inazuma Eleven Victory Road Ares & Fabled Seed

LEVEL-5 has revealed new details about the second major update for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, titled Ares & Fabled Seed. This new update is scheduled to launch on January 28.

The Ares & Fabled Seed update for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road will introduce new features and the opening of the Ares Route in Chronicle Mode. Players can expect “a blazing football drama about boys and girls striving for the very top.” LEVEL-5 will also distribute the “Fabled Seed,” a special item that lets players upgrade one character of choice to the Fabled rarity. 

In addition to the second major update, LEVEL-5 confirmed that Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road surpassed 800,000 copies sold. More free content and updates will be released, including an additional route expansion and the Victory Road official tournament system. 

LEVEL-5 previously released the Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road “Galaxy & LBX DLC” update on December 21 across all platforms. The new update introduces a slew of new content, including Grand Celesta Galaxy Conquer stadiums with planet-specific effects. These stadiums allow players to relive classics with “rivals from beyond the stars.”

The Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road Galaxy & LBX DLC update includes the following content: 

  • New Routes: “Galaxy” and “Inazuma VS LBX”
  • New Re-Story
  • New BB Stadium Teams
  • New 2P Tag Mode
  • Commander Ladder
  • High Speed Commander Mode
  • Story-Based Positioning for Combination Moves
  • New Character Rarity: FABLED – Stronger than HERO and adaptable to any build. Only one can join each match.
  • Marketplace: Atrium of the Untamed

Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road is available now for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. A Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition are available for $69.99 and $79.99, respectively.

Marvel Rivals Reveals First Gameplay Trailer for Deadpool

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Saras Rajpal
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Marvel Rivals Reveals First Gameplay Trailer for Deadpool

NetEase has released the first look at gameplay footage for Deadpool in Marvel Rivals via a new character trailer. The character will release on January 16 alongside Season 6: Night at the Museum. 

Deadpool is one of the most beloved anti-heroes in fiction, let alone in Marvel Comics. The “Merc with a Mouth” is unsurprisingly known for his loud mouth and ability to break the fourth wall. Many will likely recognize him from the Deadpool trilogy of films where Ryan Reynolds portrays the character, as well as multiple games featuring the character. In Rivals, he is the first ever character that can switch between all three roles: Duelist, Vanguard, and Strategist. He can also upgrade his abilities in the middle of combat. Alejandro Saab will voice the character.

Check out the gameplay trailer for Deadpool in Marvel Rivals below:

Additionally, check out the trailer for the “Museum Ticket” battle pass, which will feature costumes such as a classic appearance for Bucky, Ultimate Wolverine, a disco look for Sue Storm, and more, below:

While the roadmap for the upcoming season is unknown, it is highly likely that the next character, Elsa Bloodstone, will release in February with season 6.5. The most recent season featured Gambit and Rogue, two iconic members of the X-Men who have made numerous appearances in video games, movies, and TV shows alike. The season also teased the debut of Cyclops, who will likely be available as a playable character at a later date.

Lastly, Marvel Rivals is available now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. The developers are open to releasing a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Marvel Rivals at a later date. Season 6 of Marvel Rivals will release on January 16.

Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None Anime Reveals English Dub Cast

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Soul Kiwami
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Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None English dub

Crunchyroll announced the English dub for the anime adaptation of Itsuki Togami and Yuri Kisaragi’s Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None light novel series will premiere on January 14. The English dub cast and crew of Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None was also revealed.

English Dub Cast

  • Tom Aglio as Orhun
  • Corinne Sudberg as Selma
  • Monica Flatley as Sophia
  • Ben Stegmair as Oliver
  • Elise Baughman as Anneli
  • Tom Henry as Derick
  • Kenny Green as Storekeeper

English Dub Crew

  • Voice Director: Jerry Jewell
  • Producer: Susie Nixon
  • Adaptation: Clayton Browning
  • Mixer: Matt Grounds
  • Engineer: Wesley Coleman
Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None key visual
©Itsuki Togami, KODANSHA/”Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None” Production Committee

Crunchyroll is currently streaming the Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None anime.

hololive VTuber Tokoyami Towa performs the opening theme song “Sylve.” Nowlu performs the ending theme song “sukuu”.

The cast members for the anime include:

  • Takeo Ōtsuka as Orn Dura
  • Hina Tachibana as Sophia Claude
  • Saori Ōnishi as Selma Claude
  • Yō Taichi as Logan Hayward
  • Manaka Iwami as Caroline Inglaud
  • Yoshiki Nakajima as Oliver Kadiff
  • Masumi Tazawa as Luna Flockheart
  • Sayumi Watabe as Annery Wiles
  • Kō Bonkobara as Derrick Mosely
  • Rumi Ōkubo as Filly Carpenter
  • Seria Fukagawa as Rain Hagwell
  • Tsumugi Okura as Lucrecia Otis
  • Kento Hama as Wilkes Severley
  • Akane Fujita as Shion Nasturtium

Hiroyuki Kanbe is directing the anime at Studio42. Masashi Suzuki is overseeing the series scripts, and Naoto Nakamura is designing the characters. Tsubasa Handa is composing the music. 

The story follows adventurer Orhun Dura, who was expelled from the Hero’s adventuring party by childhood friend and leader Oliver. Oliver mocks Orhun for lacking skill and being a “jack-of-all-trades, master of none,” despite Orhun switching from a Swordsman to an Enchanter to help the party. As a result, Orhun leaves to prove himself as a solo adventurer and the strongest “jack-of-all-trades.”

Togami launched Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website in February 2021, and the series received illustrations by Kisaragi that same year. The series is still ongoing. A manga adaptation by Yonezou was launched in October 2021.

Oshi no Ko Season 3 to Stream on HIDIVE

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Soul Kiwami
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Oshi no Ko Season 3 HIDIVE

HIDIVE has announced that the streaming service will be simulcasting Oshi no Ko Season 3 as it airs in Japan. Oshi no Ko Season 3 will be streaming on HIDIVE in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and other overseas markets.

Oshi no Ko Season 3 HIDIVE key visual
©Aka Akasaka x Mengo Yokoyari/Shueisha, “OSHI NO KO” Partners

Oshi no Ko Season 3 premieres January 14 at 11:00 p.m. JST on Tokyo MX, and Crunchyroll will also stream the anime. CHANMINA performs the 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. 

What’s more, the virtual live Oshi no Ko event “B Komachi Live Tourー2026 -Beyond the Brilliance VirtualLive-” will be held on April 25 and 26, 2026. There will be a total of 12 performances in Aichi, Osaka, Tokyo.

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!

CODE VEIN II Overview Trailer Previews Gameplay Mechanics

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Soul Kiwami
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CODE VEIN II Overview Trailer

Bandai Namco has released a new overview trailer for action RPG CODE VEIN II and revealed some new details about the game’s mechanics. 

Here’s a breakdown of the overview trailer, via Bandai Namco:

The overview trailer spotlights key features that players will utilize to survive the post-apocalyptic world in CODE VEIN II. Combat in the game has been expanded, introducing new depth and strategy through enhanced Drain Attacks, Formae, and the Partner System. Drain Attacks are offensive maneuvers used to extract Ichor, an essential resource that fuels the player’s most powerful abilities. Using this Ichor allows players to unleash powerful attacks called Formae, which includes Weapon Formae that modify attacks and grant buffs, Bequeathed Formae that summon unique weapons for devastating strikes, and Defensive Formae that offer critical blocks, counters, and evasive maneuvers. Jails are specialized artifacts worn on the player’s back and further shape combat by altering stats, modifying Drain Attacks, and providing tactical advantages based on the encounter. 

The trailer also highlights the Restorative Offering, a mechanic where partners can restore the fallen Revenant Hunter with recovered health, though a cooldown leaves them temporarily incapacitated and unable to assist in battle. Newly added to the weapon roster, CODE VEIN II features the Twin Blades and Rune Blades, joining returning favorites such as the Bayonet, Halberd, Hammer, and Greatsword. These weapon types are supported by the expanded Blood Code system, which allows players to shape their combat style by unlocking and swapping between different Revenant power sets as they progress. Boosters allow players to unlock new key attributes and activate traits tied to Blood Codes and equipment, enabling players to create specialized playstyles.

CODE VEIN II launches January 30 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. A free CODE VEIN II demo will launch on January 23, allowing players to fully utilize the Character Creator and prepare their Revenant Hunter for launch. 

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