ConcernedApe has announced a new update for Stardew Valley Nintendo Switch 2 Editionwill be released soon in order to fix a crafting bug. This crafting bug can cause Stardew Valley players to lose items in the Nintendo Switch 2 version, so it may be worth waiting until the update is out before playing further.
if you are playing on NS2 version right now, be aware that crafting any of the below recipes may cause unexpected items in your inventory to be consumed. If you do need to craft these, empty your inventory of everything except the required ingredients, and don't use the workbench pic.twitter.com/X6zsLePj5S
Stardew Valley Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launched on December 25 for $14.99, and it’s free to players who already own Stardew Valley on Nintendo Switch.
Lastly, here’s an overview of Stardew Valley, via the Nintendo eShop:
You’re moving to the valley…
You’ve inherited your grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley.
Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? It won’t be easy. Ever since Joja Corporation came to town, the old ways of life have all but disappeared. The community center, once the town’s most vibrant hub of activity, now lies in shambles. But the valley seems full of opportunity. With a little dedication, you might just be the one to restore Stardew Valley to greatness!
Now with Multiplayer! Invite 1-3 players to join you in the valley! Players can work together to build a thriving farm, share resources, and build relationships with townspeople or each other. As more hands are better than one, players have the option to scale profit margin on produce sold for a more challenging experience.
Key Features
With intuitive mouse controls, placing furniture and organizing your inventory is easy.
Local split-screen cooperative supports up to four players.
Online multiplayer supports up to eight players.
With Game Share, just one copy is all it takes—invite up to three friends to play, even if they don’t own the game.
Needy Streamer Overload writer nyalra has revealed Sister Other Paranoia, a new visual novel by nyalra’s new game company HazeDenki. Sister Other Paranoia is currently in development for PC via Steam.
nyarla is the scenario writer and director of Sister Other Paranoia. The staff of the new game also includes:
Artist: Ohisashiburi
Music Composer: Aiobahn +81
UI Design: Maruino
Programming: HAYAO
Here’s an overview of the new title, via the official Steam page:
A dark visual novel created by the talented team behind NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE (NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD)
Story
“Onii-chan, you really are a lonely person.”
“Did you lose faith in me?”
“No. I love you, onii-chan.”
Unable to bear the ugliness of the world and terrified of other people, the protagonist develops the ability to read minds.
He shuts himself away and submits a light novel he wrote, which unexpectedly wins a newcomer’s award. But the jealousy and envy that follow only deepen his distrust of the few human relationships he still has. Those around him hurt his fragile heart without even realizing it.
His only remaining comfort is his younger sister, who lives with him.
Clinging to each other just to stay alive, the two sink night after night into a twisted, unhealthy codependency.
―I keep living alone, talking about my own prejudices and cursing the world. Day after day.
I ripped off Dostoevsky, half-assed it into something modern, and turned it into a light-novels.
I mean, I tried. In my own stupid way.
Had the heroines talk about “existentialism” like it was supposed to mean something.
Game Overview
The gameplay is an old-school, straight-up classic visual novel. The text fills the entire screen, so read as much as you want—or just right-click to hide it and enjoy the art. That’s it. Read, click, and vibe.
Live through a gloomy, suffocating real world through an overly sensitive protagonist… then come home and savor the only happiness left in his life: the time he spends with his little sister, his one true comfort.
As the friction with the people around you keeps piling up, there’ll be moments when their petty thoughts make you feel actual murderous rage. And in those moments, you can use your mind-reading ability to drive them to suicide.
That snide bastard. That arrogant asshole. Hit them right where it hurts—right in the deep-seated insecurities they never want anyone to see—and take them out. It’s not like you’re killing them with your own hands, so you won’t get caught. The ones truly at fault are the tasteless, mindless conformists who do nothing but obey society without a shred of aesthetic sense.
…But is that really okay?
What is happiness, anyway?
And in the end—what kind of future will the protagonist and his sister walk into?
The official website for the TV anime of Hiromu and raemz’s Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle light novel series has confirmed that episodes 11 to 13 will premiere in spring 2026. More details about the release of Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle episodes 11 to 13 will be revealed at a later date.
Crunchyroll is streaming Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia. In Japan, the anime is airing on AT-X and TOKYO MX channels, along with the ABEMA and d Anime Store streaming services.
Kucci will perform the opening theme song “Liar,” and Cider Girl will perform the ending theme song “Kagerō” (Heat Haze).
The cast of the anime includes:
Saku Chitose voiced by Shogo Sakata
Yuko Hiiragi voiced by Manaka Iwami
Yua Uchida voiced by Hina Youmiya
Yuzuki Nanase voiced by Ikumi Hasegawa
Haru Aomi voiced by Rumi Okubo
Asuka Nishino voiced by Chika Anzai
Yōhei Azakami voiced by Kuranosuke Iwanami
Masaya Miyazaki voiced by Kenta Yamazaki
The anime’s staff includes:
Director: Yuji Tokuno
Animation Production: feel.
Original Character Design: raemz
Series Structure: Naruhisa Arakawa
Script: Hiromu, Naruhisa Arakawa
Character Design: Sumie Kinoshita
Hiromu and raemz released Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle light novel series in June 2019. Yen Press is publishing the light novels and Bobcat’s manga adaptation. Square Enix’s Manga UP! also publishes the manga digitally.
Lastly, here’s an overview of the light novel series’ first volume, via Yen Press:
Being popular isn’t easy. It’s hard to beat Saku Chitose. The most popular kid in his high school? Check. An ironclad reputation that can weather even vicious online attacks? Check. A group of friends as attractive on the outside as they are inside? Check. But when a teacher asks for his help bringing back a student who has been shut away in his room for months, Saku’s perfect world will never be the same. What is this, some kind of normie harem story…?
Anime watchers will soon experience a budding relationship that grows beyond the divide between humanity and beastfolk in the romantic tale of With You, Our Love Will Make It Through. As the love blossoms in school, Final Weapon has everything you need to know to keep up with the With You, Our Love Will Make It Throughanime, including the weekly schedule and release dates for all episodes.
In With You, Our Love Will Make It Through, Mari runs into Tsunagu, a gentle beastfolk, on her way to school. Beastfolk are segregated behind walls in this world, but Mari and Tsunagu discover that their differences bring them closer. It’s up to them to overcome the obstacles that their relationship could present.
With You, Our Love Will Make It Through Release Dates, Exact Premiere Time and Schedule
New With You, Our Love Will Make It Through episodes will release on Tuesdays at 7:00 a.m. PST / 10:00 a.m. EST on Crunchyroll. Episodes will be released with English subs, followed by English dubs at 8:00 a.m. PST / 11:00 a.m. EST. With You, Our Love Will Make It Through will air for 12 episodes this season.
Here are the release dates and schedule for With You, Our Love Will Make It Through(subject to change):
Episode 1 – October 14 – OUT NOW
Episode 2 – October 21 – OUT NOW
Episode 3 – October 28 – OUT NOW
Episode 4 – November 4 – OUT NOW
Episode 5 – November 11 – OUT NOW
Episode 6 – November 18 – OUT NOW
Episode 7 – November 25 – OUT NOW
Episode 8 – December 2 – OUT NOW
Episode 9 – December 9 – OUT NOW
Episode 10 – December 16 – OUT NOW
Episode 11 – December 23 – OUT NOW
Episode 12 – December 30 – OUT NOW
New episodes of With You, Our Love Will Make It Through will premiere at the following times (subject to change):
English Sub
Pacific Standard Time: 7:00 a.m. PST
Mountain Standard Time: 8:00 a.m. MST
Central Standard Time: 9:00 a.m. CST
Eastern Standard Time: 10:00 a.m. EST
Greenwich Mean Time: 3:00 p.m. GMT
English Dub
Pacific Standard Time: 8:00 a.m. PST
Mountain Standard Time: 9:00 a.m. MST
Central Standard Time: 10:00 a.m. CST
Eastern Standard Time: 11:00 a.m. EST
Greenwich Mean Time: 4:00 p.m. GMT
OP/ED, Cast and Staff
CHiCO with Honeyworks
Yoh Kamiyama
CHiCO with Honeyworks performs the opening theme song “Kusuguttai (Ticklish).” Yoh Kamiyama performs the ending theme song “Kimi ni Naretara (If I Can Get Used to You).”
The cast of the anime include:
Manaka Iwami as Asaka Mari
Takuya Eguchi as the beastfolk Hidaka Tsunagu
Kōtarō Nishiyama as Yukihiro Aida
Ai Kakuma as Kisara
Shin Itagaki and Hiromi Kimura are co-directing the anime at Millepensee. Itagaki is also overseeing and writing the series scripts, while Kimura is serves as the character designer. In addition, Akiyoshi Yasuda is composing the music.
Other staff members include:
Art Director: Masakazu Miyake
Color Design: Miyuki Kibata
Director of Photography: Arimasa Omi
Editing: Haruka Nunokawa
Sound Director: Shin Itagaki, Ryōsuke Naya
Sound Production: Studio Mausu
Where Can I Watch With You, Our Love Will Make It Through?
Crunchyroll is streaming the With You, Our Love Will Make It Through anime worldwide, excluding Japan and China. In Japan, the anime is airing on Tokyo MX, Kansai TV, and BS11, along with various streaming services like U-NEXT, DMM TV, and much more.
What is With You, Our Love Will Make It Through About?
Chihiro Yuzuki released the With You, Our Love Will Make It Through manga on Shueisha’s Manga Mee shojo manga website in 2019. Shueisha is still serializing the manga as an ongoing series. Moreover, Yen Press is releasing volumes of the With You, Our Love Will Make It Through manga in English globally.
Lastly, here’s an overview of the manga series via Yen Press:
When high schooler Mari, bumps into a fellow tardy student, she’s surprised to find out he’s a beastfolk who’s to attend her school! After all, it’s not rare for beastfolk to coexist alongside humans, but it’s still uncommon, with the prejudice and all. Nervous to meet one at first, Mari soon learns there’s more to him than his furry exterior. In fact, the more she gets to know him, the more she finds herself drawn to him, his steadfastness, his kind-heartedness, and…body…
Aniplex and Type-Moon are about to host the Fate Project New Year’s Eve TV Special 2025 special program to close out the year and give Fate/Grand Order fans some exciting news for 2026. Ahead of the program’s premiere, Final Weapon has everything you need to know about Fate Project New Year’s Eve TV Special 2025, including where to watch the livestream and the start time.
To summarize shortly, Fate Project hosts an annual year-end livestream to prepare fans for content coming in the Fate/Grand Order mobile game and the wider Fate franchise. Since Fate/Grand Order just ended one of its major long-running stories, Fate Project New Year’s Eve TV Special 2025 will look back at the past ten years of the game with interviews with voice actors, developers, and special guests.
Fate Project New Year’s Eve TV Special 2025 Start Time and Livestream
The Fate Project New Year’s Eve TV Special 2025 livestream will be held on December 31 at 6:00 a.m. PST / 9:00 a.m. EST / 23:00 JST on Niconico and ABEMA. In Japan, the event will be broadcasted on Tokyo MX, BS11, Gunma TV, and Tochigi TV as well. There won’t be English subtitles, but news for Fate/Grand Order and the Fate series will likely be shared across multiple channels, if there’s anything noteworthy.
There are a few notable Fate projects that are coming soon. Firstly, the Fate/strange Fake anime continues on January 3, 2026 at 11:30 p.m. JST in a 90-minute special featuring the -Whispers of Dawn- special and the first episode. Fans can expect the anime to continue with episode 2 “Ensemble VS Pretense” with English subs and dubs, which was delayed from its original 2025 release and run. Crunchyroll will continue to stream the anime.
What’s more, Fate/EXTRA Record, a remake of the original Fate/EXTRA, will launch in spring 2026 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. One of the key characters in this remake is Arcueid Brunestud, the main heroine of Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon-.
Anime fans are spoiled with good shows every year with countless critically acclaimed masterpieces and entertaining series, including Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End and Solo Leveling to name a few. However, behind every great show is another good anime worth watching—just not as popular. These underrated shows, often called hidden gems, are often even more exciting than some of the more popular ones. However, due to factors like advertising or animation, this shows more often than not, and flies under the radar. With that said, here are some of the most underrated anime that aired this year.
Hidden Gems and Underrated Anime of 2025
Medalist
This wonderful anime is based on Tsurumaikada’s hit manga. It follows the life of Tsukasa Akeuraji, a man who always dreamed of being a figure skater. However, due to starting his career late, his life is not going so well. With not many options, he takes a job as an assistant coach and is immediately drawn to Inori Yuitsuka’s talent. After realizing her potential, he decides to dedicate himself to training her so that one day she can go to the Olympics and become a medalist. The story is a telling one about how dreams never die but evolve.
City the Animation
This underrated anime is brought to you by the brilliant Keiichi Arawi, the creator of Nichijou. The anime is set in a vibrant town where its residents are goofy and always up to something. It follows the story of Midori Nagumo, a lazy girl who wants to ignore all her responsibilities despite having bills to pay. She is often seen with her best friend and aspiring photographer Niikura. Despite Niikura being the opposite of her friend, she is usually roped into all her schemes. The duo live together with their friend Izumi as they navigate life in the City where weird things happen every day.
Hotel Inhumans
The anime follows the story of Ikurou Hoshi and Sara Haizaki, the concierges of Hotel Inhumans, a special hotel for assassins. Despite them both being excellent at their jobs, Ikurou has a deep hatred for people who would end another’s life on a whim. However, as the two continue to learn more about their hotel guests, they learn that they may be more to their guests than meets the eye. While some fans found the anime could have been better, many others praised it, comparing the hotel to the international hotel in the John Wick movie.
Clevatess
Clevatess is one of the many surprises of the season. The anime was a nice watch for fans of dark anime, tired of the typical action fantasy. The anime takes place in a world where the human kingdoms are constantly at war with the dark beasts. After the 13 heroes are dispatched to join the battle, they confront Clevatess and are quickly destroyed. However, after going on a rampage, he finds a baby named Luna, and he decides to adopt her. Now the human kingdom’s fate is in the hands of this little girl. To aid him in his new endeavour, he resurrects former hero, Alicia Glenfall, to help raise the baby. The series follows this unlikely group as they explore the world, discover dark secrets, and an overarching conflict between humans and beast lords, with Clevatess seeking to understand humanity through raising the child.
Ameku M.D
This anime is perfect for fans of mystery with a medical twist. It follows the story of Dr. Takao Ameku, the quirky and eccentric head of the Department of Investigative Pathology. Despite her unparalleled brilliance, Ameku has a knack for getting into trouble, often inserting herself into police investigations. The anime has been praised by many fans, who frequently compare it to the popular British television show House.
Secrets of the Silent Witch
Another anime with jaw-dropping potential is the anime adaptation of Isora Matsuri’s hit manga, Secrets of the Silent Witch. The anime follows Monica Everhart, a genius mage and the only person in the world who can use silent casting. She is praised as the genius of the century, known for her extraordinary feat of defeating the black dragon. However, Monica has a terrible secret: she is extremely shy, and she has only learned silent casting to avoid dealing with people. Now, her quiet life is threatened as she is tasked to guard the second prince. The anime features stunning visuals and a compelling story that will keep you entertained until the end.
2025 has been a fantastic year so far, with trends and a lot of variety for different kinds of people, and the anime society wasn’t left out. The 2025 anime season has been one of the best years to be an anime fan. With jaw-dropping tales of romance, drama, and even the occasional aura farming, there was something for everyone this year. Without further ado, Final Weapon has the best anime that made a huge impact and left many fan-favorite moments in 2025.
Best Anime of the 2025 Anime Season
My Hero Academia Final Season
It was a real shame to say goodbye to one of the greatest shounen anime in recent years. The season picked up from where the previous season left off, with All Might, Deku, and the heroes taking on AFO and Shigaraki. My Hero Academia has become a household name throughout the anime space, and while it is not for everyone, this final season is a fitting farewell to the amazing. Not only did the season feature amazing fight scenes, but we also got to see the evolution of so many characters, like Bakugo and even Endeavour. However, the real icing on the cake was seeing some of our favourite heroes as adults.
To be Hero X
The new To Be Hero X donghua (anime produced in China) dominated much of 2025 with its amazing story. The story takes place in a world where anyone can be a superhero as long as they have trust. Heroes compete for the coveted title of X, which is given to the hero with the highest trust value. The story has an interesting premise: the ever-changing trust value makes the path to becoming a hero full of uncertainty. The anime also does a great job of blending 2D and 3D animation seamlessly throughout the story.
Takopi’s Original Sin
Takopi’s Original Sin single-handedly proved that an anime did not need to be sunshine and rainbows to have an interesting premise. The story follows the titular character Takopi, an alien who arrived on Earth to spread joy and happiness. However, upon arriving, he learns that his mission is much harder than it seemed. It is one of the most tragic, depressing, heartbreaking, and bleak anime series ever. However, its stunning animation and nuanced treatment of bullying and suicide make it an important anime with valuable lessons.
Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow-
While Solo Leveling’s first season did win anime of the year during the just-concluded Crunchyroll Anime Awards, it was the second season that clinched the anime’s win. Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow- picked up where the previous season left off, with Jinwoo continuing his journey to wake his mother. Fans also got a chance to see the famous Jeju Island raid culminating in an epic clash between Sung Jin-woo and the Ant King. The anime could contend with the best of the best in terms of fight scenes alone, despite having a very basic story.
May I Ask for One Final Thing?
The May I Ask For One Final Thing? Anime did an amazing job of capturing fans’ attention from the trailer alone. The anime centers on Scarlet El Vandimion, a woman who prefers to solve her problems with her fists. However, due to her family’s reputation, she decides to temper her aggression, putting up with her fiancé’s abuse. But after her engagement to the prince is broken off, Scarlet snaps, as all her efforts to shoulder the abuse prove to be for nothing; she once again picks up her leather gloves, ready to put filthy nobles in their place one punch at a time.
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity
The anime adaptation of Saka Mikami’s hit manga series The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity has been called the best romance anime in recent years, with many other fans comparing and even ranking it above titles like Horimiya. The story centers around two rival schools: Chidori High, for delinquent boys, and the prestigious Kikyo Girls’ High. It follows the story of Rintaro, a Chidori High student who may look like a delinquent but has a heart of gold. While working in his parents’ shop, he meets Kaoruko, and the two immediately hit it off. However, things get complicated when he learns she is a student of Kikyo High. To make it all worse, she is oblivious to the animosity between the two schools.
The Apothecary Diaries Season 2
Another hit that dominated this year was The Apothecary Diaries. The series took all the good things that made season one a huge success and made it even better. Many fans praised The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 for focusing more on romance, drama, action, and storytelling. In the inner palace, Maomao continues to investigate mysteries and help out anyone in need, but as a coup forms, she finds herself smack dab in the middle.
DAN DA DAN Season 2
It wouldn’t be possible to talk about popular anime in 2025 without mentioning Science Saru’s brainchild, DAN DA DAN. The anime’s first season dominated in 2024, with multiple nominations at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards, and the second season seemed to up the ante. The season saw Momo and Okarun do battle against Evil Eye and even pilot Mechs. However, the huge setup at the end of the season left many fans reeling, clamoring for the next season.
2025 has been one of the best anime seasons ever, from shows like Frieren and Solo Leveling to romance like The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity. However, 2026 is looking very promising and may even surpass 2025 in terms of anime releases. Not only are we getting returning shows like Oshi no Ko, Jujutsu Kaisen, and the highly anticipated return of Black Clover, but many new anime shows will be making their debut. With that said, Final Weapon is here to run down some of the most anticipated anime airing in 2026.
The Most Anticipated Anime Series Coming in 2026
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3
Following the events that happened in Shibuya in the second season, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 – The Culling Game Part 1 looks to pick up on that intensity. With Sukuna’s rampage leaving nothing but gore, the call of Yuuji’s execution finally passed. As an adaptation of one of the most devastating arcs in the series, The Culling Game will also see Yuji team up with Yuta for an epic clash. The season is ready to prove why JJK is regarded as one of the best anime in recent years. Jujutsu KaisenSeason 3 – The Culling Game Part 1 will premiere on January 8.
Daemons of the Shadow Realm
Legendary mangaka Hiromu Arakawa, creator of Full Metal Alchemist, returns to the anime scene with her latest anime adaptation, Daemons of the Shadow Realm. The story follows the lives of two estranged twins, Yuru and Asa, who reconnect after a long separation. The siblings will have to come together and fight to save the world from those who would harm it. Daemons of the Shadow Realm will premiere this April.
Witch Hat Atelier
The anime adaptation of Kamome Shirahama’s Witch Hat Atelier manga is arguably one of the most anticipated releases of 2026. The story follows the adventures of Coco, a simple girl with a deep fascination for magic and witches. After a chance to learn from a neighboring witch, Coco is thrust into a world of magic and adventure. However, she soon finds out that the world of witches may be far more serious than she might have imagined.
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Part 4 – The Calamity
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War is returning for its fourth and final season, as Tite Kubo’s phenomenal story comes to a close after 15 years. This season will see the battle with Ichigo and Yhwach on an entirely different scale. Expect loads of actions, new powers, and an epic finale that will keep you begging for more in Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Part 4 – The Calamity, premiering in July 2026.
Ghost in the Shell
Science Saru returns with a new Ghost in the Shell anime. Following the success of Dandandan and Sanda, Masamune Shirow’s story joins the table. This cyberpunk-inspired tale follows Motoko Kusanagi of Section 9, a high-tech cyborg, as she tracks down the notorious villain known as the Puppet Master, responsible for stripping many of their memories.
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2
Following the massive success of the first season, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End returns with its second season. The anime, which many believed should have won anime of the year at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards, has captivated numerous fans with its amazing story. It follows the adventures of the titular immortal elf Frieren as she deals with the loss of her former party members, and her journey with Fern and Stark will continue with Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2 on January 16.
Black Clover Season 2
After nearly 5 years of waiting, Black Clover will return to our screens in 2026. The series will return to adapt the final parts of Yuki Tabata’s hit manga. The anime faithful can’t wait to see the story of Black Clover Season 2 play out, while manga readers are salivating at the thought of seeing some of the epic fights from the manga finally adapted. The recent trailer shown at Jump Festa 2026 showed how much better the anime is going to look, leaving fans hyped to see more.
GOG has announced that the company will be acquired by CD PROJEKT and GOG co-founder Michał Kiciński. Kiciński is purchasing 100% of shares in GOG sp. z o.o. for PLN 90.7 million, and the sale does not involve any of his shares in CD PROJEKT.
Following the sale of GOG, CD PROJEKT and GOG signed a distribution agreement for terms of future cooperation, including a plan to release upcoming games from CD PROJEKT RED on GOG. The new ownership also ensures that GOG will continue to operate independently with a DRM-free philosophy.
In a press release from GOG, Michał Kiciński said, “From the very beginning, GOG has always been built on strong values and clear principles. When Marcin Iwiński and I came up with the idea for GOG, the vision was simple: bring classic games back to players and ensure that once you buy a game, it truly belongs to you — forever.”
Kiciński continued, “CD PROJEKT and GOG share the same roots and values: freedom, independence, and a genuine sense of ownership. I believe that CD PROJEKT, with its exceptional AAA games, will stand, as always, behind the GOG offering — making GOG the best place on the planet to purchase The Witcher and Cyberpunk games, both existing titles and the new ones we all anticipate so much. As a mature gamer, I often play classic games myself and deeply admire the creativity behind many of them. I truly believe that well-crafted classics can deliver as much joy as new releases. When it comes to pure playability, timeless games often prove to be really the safe choice, especially in a market flooded with gazillions of low-quality smaller games. Beyond preserving classics, GOG has always sought out new games with a retro spirit. I am personally involved in the development of a few games like that and they will certainly make their strong appearance on GOG in 2026.”
“GOG and Michał Kiciński are aligned by a shared belief that games should live forever,
said Maciej Gołębiewski, Managing Director of GOG. “In a market that’s getting more crowded, more locked-in, and forgets classic games at an increasing pace, we’re doubling down on what only GOG does: reviving classics, keeping them playable on modern PCs, and helping great games find their audience over time.”
“With our focus now fully on an ambitious development roadmap and expanding our franchises with new high-quality products, we felt this was the right time for this move,” said Michał Nowakowski, Joint CEO of CD PROJEKT. “For a long time now, GOG has been operating independently. Now it’s going into very good hands — we are convinced that with the support of Michał Kiciński, one of GOG’s co-founders, its future will be full of great projects and successes. We would like to thank the GOG team for years of fruitful cooperation and wish them all the best. And to the GOG community, I say ‘see you around’, because our upcoming releases will naturally be available on GOG as well.”
Level Infinite and SHIFT UP have announced the Goddess of Victory: NIKKE New Year’s Update launches on December 30 at 6:00 a.m. EST. A new IP collaboration for Goddess of Victory: NIKKE was also teased for early 2026, with a reveal set for late January 2026.
The Goddess of Victory: NIKKE New Year’s Update introduces the Legendary Nikke Snow White: Heavy Arms, along with new costumes: Alice – Märchen Dream, Emma: Tactical Upgrade – Secret Therapy, and Quency: Escape Queen – Masquerade Swan. Further, players can celebrate with up to 100 free pulls across various in-game events.
These events include:
New Year’s Greetings Mail (December 29, 2025 – January 3, 2026): Receive in-game mail rewards that accumulate to over 30 free pulls.
New Year’s Event Update (December 30, 2025 – January 14, 2026): Engage in event missions to accumulate rewards totaling over 55 free pulls.
Double Drop Period (January 1 – 7, 2026): Commanders will enjoy double rewards from Interception and the Simulation Room.
Lastly, there will be a collaboration with Taiwanese dessert chain Meet Fresh will be held in the U.S. from January 1 to February 28, 2026. During the event, fans may purchase a special collaboration dessert set and receive a bundle of real-world bonus items, including an exclusive collaboration sticker, keychain, cup sleeve, and an in-game redemption code. In addition, there will be Goddess of Victory: NIKKE pop-up events at selected stores in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, and Boston.
Goddess of Victory: NIKKE is available on iOS, Android, and PC via Windows and Google Play Games.
