School-Life Tactics RPG Demonschool is Coming to Switch 2

Demonschool

Necrosoft Games and Ysbyrd Games have announced that school-life tactics RPG Demonschool is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 with brand-new DLC in 2026. The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Demonschool includes mouse controls, improved frame rates, and more graphical elements.

Get the latest details below, via Ysbyrd Games:

Paid Downloadable Content

The focus is on puzzle battles. These are battles in which the player must “solve” a board by clearing it of enemies using the characters given, within one turn. Each puzzle is carefully set up to have one solution. For those who wanted a more puzzling experience out of our battles, this downloadable content is for you!

In this downloadable content players will get access to new items which can charge their special attacks, as well as three new unlockable abilities to study, which are usable in the main game. It’s deceptively difficult, but makes you feel smart when you get it! The battles are accompanied by a short side-story with new music, which culminates in a new boss.

The downloadable content should take three-to-five hours to complete without a guide, though it took our creative director around six hours. Maybe you’re smarter than him!

Switch 2 Version

We’re also bringing the game to Switch 2 with mouse support, improved framerate, and more graphical elements vs the original Switch version. All of this in 2026!

Demonschool launched on November 19, 2025 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

NO STRAIGHT ROADS 2 Gets a New Summer Game Fest Trailer

No Straight Roads 2

Shueisha Games and Metronomik have released a new trailer for NO STRAIGHT ROADS 2 to celebrate Summer Game Fest 2026. The new trailer highlights Vanessa Lyte and her show, Vanessa’s Hi-Lytes, as she broadcasts the chaos surrounding the broken Grand Qwasa. Fan-favorite characters like DJ Subatomic Supernova and Tatiana also make a return in NO STRAIGHT ROADS 2.

NO STRAIGHT ROADS 2 is coming to PC (Steam) and consoles in 2026.

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

It Started With ROCK… Now It’s Time To ROLL!

Metronomik and Shueisha Games are thrilled to announce NSR2 – the explosive sequel to the hit action-music adventure NO STRAIGHT ROADS – coming to STEAM in 2026.

Get ready to turn it up to 11! Join rock rebels Mayday and Zuke as they hit the road to climb the international charts and battle a new wave of musical megastars. This time, Bunkbed Junction isn’t alone—two new playable bandmates join the band, each with their own distinct musical style and gameplay mechanics.

About This Game

Start a world tour and celebrate musical diversity and discover new sounds in NSR2!
The follow-up to the cult-favorite rhythm-action title expands everything… it means bigger cities, more dynamic battles, deeper mechanics, and a genre-diverse soundtrack to rock the world.

Where Music Has No Borders
      • Four Playable Characters – Mayday and Zuke return and now joined by two new musical heroes with their own instruments, abilities, and fighting styles.

      • Switch Characters in Real Time – Seamlessly swap between bandmates to solve environmental puzzles, access unique areas, and chain powerful combos in combat.

Beat ‘Em Up, Don’t Just Beat in Time
      • Explore a Global Stage – Journey beyond Vinyl City to explore diverse music-inspired worlds: from jazzy skylines and digital utopias to folk forests and rebellious rock stages.

      • Crazy New Soundtrack – Featuring music from James Landino, Falk Au Yeong, Garrett Williamson, Midas Klare (Inverted Silence) plus surprise guest artists.

      • Rhythm-Infused Combat vs Genre-Bending Boss Battles – Challenge musical titans from around the world in theatrical, over-the-top encounters full of style and unleash flashy power moves and engage in collaborative link attacks with your crew.

Your Van, Your Vibe.
      • Customize Your Tour Van – Travel the world in your trusty tour van, upgrade it as the story goes, and uncover rival bands.

Zack Fair Has an Even Bigger Role in Final Fantasy VII Revelation

Final Fantasy VII Revelation key visual featuring Zack Fair

In a new interview with Denfaminicogamer, director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed that Zack Fair will play a bigger and “even more important” role in Final Fantasy VII Revelation compared to Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Zack will have more screen time, and there will be greater importance for his actions in the events of Final Fantasy VII Revelation.

Final Fantasy VII Revelation will launch in spring 2027 on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Cloud Strife and the party must face a world on the verge of annihilation. Sephiroth nears godhood, and the crew takes to the skies on the Highwind airship in a race to stop Meteor, the ultimate destructive magic that’s capable of destroying the planet. This will be the breathtaking finale to 30 years of Final Fantasy VII storytelling.

The entire planet will be explorable with the Highwind airship, and players can drop in via a parachute anywhere, seamlessly transitioning from the skies to ground. Players are encourage to search the world and help people as they go as the planet itself fights for its survival. The party will make one last stand with the beloved cast of characters and make important decisions that will impact aspects of their stories.

Before Final Fantasy VII Revelation arrives, fans can catch up with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S. Final Weapon reviewed the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and gave it a 4.5/5 score, noting that this version is “a very impressive port that brings one of the generation’s best RPGs to Nintendo’s new console in great form.” A free demo is also available in the Nintendo eShop and Microsoft Store. The Final Fantasy VII Rebirth demo contains Chapters 1 and 2, the Streamlined Progression system, and save data transfers to the full game.

Digital Eclipse and Atari Reveal Barbie Rewind, Pre-Orders Now Open

Barbie Rewind

Digital Eclipse and Atari have announced Barbie Rewind, a collection of 16 classic Barbie games that are intertwined with a Barbie DreamHouse design game. Barbie Rewind will launch later this year on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, and pre-orders are now available.

Standard Edition copies of Barbie Rewind will be available digitally for $29.99 digitally, while the physical PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions will be available at $29.99 for the Standard Edition and $59.99 for the Nintendo Switch Deluxe Edition. The Barbie Rewind Deluxe Physical Edition for Nintendo Switch comes in a premium, numbered box featuring an exclusive doll wearing an Atari t-shirt and blue jeans with long blonde hair with pink streaks and a full-color poster.

Here’s an overview of the game, courtesy of Atari:

A cozy, creative world inspired by Barbie invites players to reimagine the iconic DreamHouse. Style each room with a fabulous collection of furniture, decor, and accessories inspired by real Barbie playsets released over the past 65-plus years. To access many of the playset items, Barbie will challenge players to reach achievements by playing a collection of Barbie video games from the 1990s and 2000s.

The 16 classic Barbie video games – including such favorites as Barbie Pet Rescue and Barbie Horse Adventures: Blue Ribbon Race – have been enhanced to be accessible on Today‘s consoles.

Barbie Rewind key features include:

      • Creative Expression: Choose from three retro Barbie DreamHouse exterior styles and mix-and-match rooms with 250+ pieces of furniture, decor and accessories inspired by real Barbie playsets through the decades – from a pink vanity to a ‘90s inflatable chair.
      • 16 Classic Barbie Video Games: Play titles from 1991 through 2007, enhanced for Today’s consoles, including Barbie Pet Rescue, Barbie Horse Adventures: Blue Ribbon Race and the never-before-released Barbie: Vacation Adventure.
      • Complete Quests to Unlock Items: Barbie calls players directly with design requests; completing them earns players XP and unlocks new decoration items.
      • Exclusive Digital Lookbook: Characters including Ken, Teresa and Christie will request design help, while players explore Barbie history through Barbie DreamHouses and playsets.

Petal Runner Gets a New Gameplay Trailer

Petal Runner

iam8bit Presents and Nano Park Studios have released a new gameplay trailer for “slice-of-life pixel-powered adventure RPG” Petal Runner, which launches in 2026 for PC via Steam. A free demo for Petal Runner is also available on Steam.

Here’s an overview of the game, via Steam: 

Petal Runner is a coming-of-age story set in a solarpunk, pixel-powered open world — dripping with Game Boy Color-era charm and a whole lot of heart.

Join Cali and their foxy sidekick Kira as the two fulfill their lifelong dream of becoming Petal Runners–an elite crew of motorcycle couriers. Deliver and install the newest, most impressive generation of digital pets across a vibrant coastal city.

Welcome To Sapphire Valley

Sapphire Valley is a coastal metropolis split into four districts, each with its own vibe, colour palette, and culture. You’ll meet all types of people, androids, and cute digital pets bursting with personalities that range from “charming,” to “wacky,” to “wait, stop… scratch-’n-sniff stickers are not actually food!”

Explore every gorgeous corner at your own pace. Take on side jobs. Chat up the locals — human or otherwise. Get into trouble. Get out of trouble. Get scolded by your boss because you were busy with heroic hijinks. (Whoops on that one.)

Hop On Your Bike!

Don’t let the retro-inspired visuals fool you — Cali’s hand-crafted motorcycle feels satisfying and intuitive as it cruises down the street. And the best part? You don’t have to get off your bike to talk to NPC’s! Hooray! (This was a whole thing during development, in case you were wondering!)

Plan your routes across highways and back roads, make your deliveries, and try not to get too distracted by the incredible scenery.

(WARNING: You will probably get distracted by the scenery. It’s REALLY pretty.)

Wholesome Storytelling

At the heart of Petal Runner is the lifelong friendship between Cali and Kira. Two best friends on a motorcycle, chasing a dream, making deliveries, cracking jokes — living the life they always wanted.

But beneath the candy-coloured pixels and upbeat soundtrack, something isn’t quite right. And just maybe, buried under all the sea breeze and neon, there are secrets lurking in the very heart of the corporation that built this world…

With hand-crafted pixel visuals by artist Brandon James Greer (YouTube: BJGpixel), and story contributions from award-winning writer Adam Dolin (God of War, Horizon: Forbidden West), enjoy this emotional (but still totally cozy and fun!) story inspired by classic gaming and 90s anime.

Features

      • A solarpunk, slice-of-life, pixel art-powered open world bursting with Game Boy Color-era charm!
      • Satisfying motorcycle traversal through lush, lovingly-detailed pixel art streets, highways, and back roads.
      • A vibrant cast of people, androids, and digital pets — offering diverse stories, quirks, and hot takes on food etiquette.
      • Diverse, quirky minigames designed to challenge and delight.
      • Oodles of digital pets to meet, deliver, and help settle into their new homes.
      • A wholesome (but gripping) main campaign with a corporate mystery simmering underneath…
      • Four distinct districts to explore, each with unique vibes, characters, and colour palettes
      • Side quests, mysteries, and hijinks — ghost hunts, heists, missing persons, concerts gone wrong… and more!
      • An original chiptune soundtrack that knows exactly when to make you smile and when to make you ~ feel things ~

Bloober Team Reveals Star Trek: Shadow Frontier

Star Trek Shadow Frontier

Paramount Games Studio and Bloober Team have announced Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a new science-fiction psychological thriller for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Star Trek: Shadow Frontier will launch in 2027 with Michelle Forbes starring as protagonist Ro Laren.

Here’s an overview of the game, via Steam:

EXPLORE – A TREK INTO THE UNKNOWN

Star Trek: Shadow Frontier is a mature, story-driven, 3rd person action-adventure set in the expansive Star Trek universe. After crashing onto a distant planet overtaken by a strange consciousness, Ro Laren must survive in an environment that is as breathtaking as it is lethal.

In true Star Trek fashion, Ro’s mission is driven by duty and purpose. But here, discovery comes at a terrible cost. The more she uncovers, the deeper she is pulled into a corrupted labyrinth where her memories twist and the planet threatens to sever her connection to reality.

Only by solving the mysteries of this strange world can Ro hope to make peace with the demons of her past, boldly going into the heart of darkness like never before. 

INVESTIGATE – THE LETHAL PLANET

A planet-wide entity has overtaken the landscape… and weaponizes it. Creatures spawned within this environment patrol the lands and strike without warning, forcing Ro into desperate fights and narrow escapes.

Each encounter will test your resolve as much as your skill. You’ll need to stay alert, pay attention to your surroundings and choose whether to engage in combat or outmaneuver your enemies.

SURVIVE – FEAR TAKES ON MANY FORMS

The hostile ecosystem poses a constant threat to Ro’s existence. It seeks to absorb Ro’s consciousness, burrowing deep into her mind and plaguing her with haunting visions.

Environmental hazards and obstacles lurk around every corner. Exploration is both your only path to salvation and your potential undoing.

Make full use of iconic Star Trek technology to gain an advantage: use your Tricorder to scan and analyze items and rely on your trusty Phaser to solve puzzles and fend off enemies.

STAR TREK LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN IT BEFORE

Star Trek: Shadow Frontier charts a bold new course for Star Trek: a mature, psychological action-adventure that honors the franchise’s core values of curiosity and courage. Venture with Ro Laren beyond the edge of charted space… and beyond the limits of sanity.

Balanced and varied gameplay blends exploration, puzzles, combat and cinematic set-pieces into a gripping, story-driven adventure that rewards patience, observation, and smart decision-making.

Explore. Investigate. Survive.

Sword & Axe Reveals Tactical RPG Dark Deity 3

Dark Deity 3

Sword & Axe has announced that its tactical RPG series will continue in Dark Deity 3, which is in development for PC via Steam. Dark Deity 3 will be the most ambitious title in the series yet.

Here’s an overview of the game, via Steam:

The Eternal Order stands once again as the last line of defense against total collapse. As death cults spread across Terrazael, players will lead two armies across the living world and the afterlife, uncovering ancient secrets and battling to prevent an approaching apocalypse.

Dark Deity 3 follows Gwyn and Arthur Sildairan, heirs to the Eternal Order, as they lead separate campaigns against a growing darkness. Gwyn commands a military force tasked with rooting out death cults spreading throughout Terrazael, while Arthur leads a group of scholars into the afterlife to uncover the truth behind the gods themselves. Their journeys will ultimately shape the fate of the world.

Building on the strategic depth and player freedom that defined previous entries in the series, Dark Deity 3 offers an expansive tactical RPG sandbox filled with meaningful choices, army-building opportunities, and extensive replayability. Players can recruit 28 unique units, experiment with 74 classes, discover over 100 weapons, and create powerful combinations using more than 60 build-defining rings.

Key Features:

      • Experience the epic conclusion to the Dark Deity trilogy
      • Lead two armies across parallel campaigns spanning the living world and the afterlife
      • Command 28 playable units across approximately 35 story chapters
      • Customize armies using 74 classes, 100+ weapons, and 60+ unique rings
      • Master challenging grid-based tactical combat where every decision matters
      • Manage morale, progression, and strategic growth across a world-spanning conflict
      • Enjoy near-endless replayability with built-in randomizers 
      • Experience a fully voiced narrative enhanced by custom manga-inspired story sequences

The fate of Terrazael hangs in the balance, and the final battle is approaching. Players can wishlist Dark Deity 3 on Steam today to receive future development updates, reveals, and announcements as the final chapter of the trilogy unfolds.

Aniimo Launches in Q3 2026, Closed Beta Test Announced

Aniimo screenshot

Kingsglory and Pawprint Studio have announced that Aniimo will launch in Q3 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, iOS, Android, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store. A global closed beta test for Aniimo will be held this summer for Android, iOS, and PC, with sign-ups now available on the official website.

The Steam page describes Aniimo as follows:

Aniimo is a free-to-play, next-gen creature-catching open-world RPG. Explore the vast continent of Idyll, Twine with unique Aniimo, unlock new abilities. Travel to a sky-floating metropolis, meet other Pathfinders, and battle in exciting competitions. Choose your Aniimo and begin your epic journey!

When embarking on an adventure on Idyll, anyone you meet can become a companion! Catch Aniimo using Aniipods, set traps and time your catch perfectly – enjoy the thrill and uncertainty of every moment! Unique Aniimo will appear according to the environment, weather, phenomena and time of day. Most Aniimo can evolve, making collecting and discovering Aniimo even more exciting.

On your journey of adventure you can Twine with Aniimo and essentially become any Aniimo that you collect. Use the Aniimo’s skills to solve puzzles, win battles and overcome challenges! Twine with Aniimo, to see the world from a brand new perspective.

The continent of Idyll is expansive and alive with beauty and the perfect setting to capture, to Twine, to find answers and for the Aniimo to reach their full potential. Challenge, race, discover… immersive exploration ensures every step of the journey is engaging. Whether you’re gliding, diving, burrowing… you can step foot anywhere.

Moss: The Forgotten Relic Releases on July 16

Moss The Forgotten Relic

Polyarc has announced that Moss: The Forgotten Relic will launch on July 16 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. A free demo for Moss: The Forgotten Relic will be available on June 8.

The Steam page describes Moss: The Forgotten Relic as follows:

Moss: The Forgotten Relic is an emotional and atmospheric adventure set in the pages of a living storybook, brimming with myth and ancient magic. Guide a tiny but determined hero on a heartfelt journey of challenge, courage, and connection.

Traverse a fallen kingdom, solve environmental puzzles woven into the landscape, and embark on a timeless adventure…

Venture through a mythic land marked by the ruins of a ancient realm slowly being reclaimed by an enduring and untamed nature.

Form a powerful bond with Quill, a small and courageous mouse who looks to you for guidance, protection, and trust at every step of her journey.

Uncover hidden secrets, navigate puzzling places, and confront arcane forces in an intimate and epic fable inspired by classic fantasy adventures.

Additional Features 
      • Explore a fallen kingdom slowly reclaimed by nature
      • Guide a tiny hero through mysterious places and towering dangers
      • Solve handcrafted, diorama-like environmental puzzles
      • Discover hidden secrets and surprises off the beaten path
      • Face arcane threats with optional “skip combat” accessibility
      • Uncover the epic and heartfelt tale of a hero who needs you
      • Thoughtfully designed and lovingly crafted by a small team
      • Critically acclaimed with over 160 awards and nominations 
      • Orchestral soundtrack by acclaimed composer Jason Graves
Reimagined as the Definitive Adventure 

Moss: The Forgotten Relic brings Moss and Moss: Book II together as one complete, enhanced experience debuting on PC first time. New features include:

      • Play 2 beloved and critically acclaimed experiences as one
      • Enhanced Visuals and Performance
      • New Handcrafted Cutscenes and Smart Follow Camera
      • All Twilight Garden DLC included
      • New Accessibility Option “Skip Combat”

Arizona Sunshine Remake Announced, Releases in 2026

Arizona Sunshine Remake Announced, Releases in 2026

Vertigo Games has announced a remake of Arizona Sunshine, which will release later this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. It adapts the 2016 VR game for flatscreens. 

Check out the announcement trailer for Arizona Sunshine below:

The Steam page describes the game as follows:

Welcome to the sun-kissed, zombified state of Arizona.

Sharpen your machete, reload your shotgun, and bring your friends. The award-winning, smash-hit Arizona Sunshine® series brings its explosive third-person and sun-baked co-op action to friends everywhere.

Built on the foundation of series’ signature brutal gameplay and the frantic but surprisingly touching story of Arizona Sunshine VR 2, Arizona Sunshine delivers brand-new ways to survive the heart-pounding, limb-severing, dark-humored apocalypse in narrative-driven solo play or chaotic co-op where every encounter can spiral out of control.

Playing as Sunny, our dark-humored survivor who has spent way too much time alone in the desert talking to the undead he calls “Fred”, you’ll embark on a sun-drenched, gore-splattered road trip across Arizona with your fiercely loyal, zombie-chomping dog Buddy. It’s a witty, frantic story about survival, loneliness, and the bond between a man and his dog.

Sure, surviving alone is fine, but why not share the trauma? Grab a friend, a pizza, and a controller for chaotic split-screen co-op, or jump into a 2-player zombie-slaying sesh online. Blast through massive hordes using fan-favorite and all-new weapons, from shotguns and machetes to flamethrowers and more. Firefights break down fast, split-second saves become routine, and nothing ever goes according to plan.

Buddy isn’t just your loyal four-legged companion through thick and thin, he’s also the goodest boy in the apocalypse and more than happy to help tear through those pesky Freds alongside you. For the first time ever, Buddy is fully playable in co-op, unlocking a whole new way to experience the apocalypse together.

Arizona Sunshine is fully reimagined in third-person for explosive action and accessible co-op gameplay. It delivers over-the-top zombie combat, outrageous customization, dark humour, and endless Fred-slaying chaos.

Key features:
    • Experience the award-winning zombie franchise reimagined in third-person

    • Forge an unexpected friendship during a journey full of intense survival.

    • Survive solo or in 2-player online and split-screen co-op

    • Play as Buddy for the first time ever in co-op

    • Blast through massive hordes as you wield weapons, from shotguns to machetes and flamethrowers with over-the-top action

    • Customize your survivor with ridiculous outfits and cosmetics

    • Explore a sun-baked apocalypse packed with dark humor, chaos, and plenty of Freds