Tokyo Xtreme Racer Heads to PS5 on February 26, 2026

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Soul Kiwami
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Tokyo Xtreme Racer PS5

Genki has announced Tokyo Xtreme Racer is coming to PlayStation 5 on February 26, 2026. Pre-orders for the PS5 version of Tokyo Xtreme Racer will be going live in the near future in the PlayStation Store, so stay tuned.

Tokyo Xtreme Racer is available now for $49.99 on PC via Steam, and it will likely retain the same MSRP on PS5. The game’s first collaboration DLC is available now for free featuring hololive VTuber Rindo Chihaya.

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

“Tokyo Xtreme Racer” is a racing game set in a sealed-off future Tokyo, where you compete for the fastest speed in your customized cars on the highways that weave through the city, aiming to reach the top.

Drive real cars on meticulously recreated courses, compete against powerful rivals, slip through other cars, and engage in spirit-wracking battles.

This is a series with unparalleled appeal.

      • What is SP Battle (Spirit Point Battle)

Unlike regular racing games, the SP Battle is a unique battle feature based Spirit Points, a numeric value that quantifies the willpower of drivers.

Not only is your speed tested, master the mind games and break your opponent’s resolve.

      • Blaze through the midnight Shuto Expressway

With the Tokyo Expressway faithfully reproduced, the complex twists and dramatic elevation changes deliver an adrenaline-pumping racing experience that’s as close to the real thing as it gets.

      • Countless rivals with mysterious charm

The race begins with a headlight flash as you face off against rivals with distinctive cars and bold driving styles.

Elden Ring Nightreign The Forsaken Hollows DLC Expansion Announced, Launches December 4

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Soul Kiwami
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Elden Ring Nightreign The Forsaken Hollows

Bandai Namco Entertainment and FromSoftware have announced Elden Ring Nightreign DLC expansion “The Forsaken Hollows.” The new DLC will launch on December 4 for $15.

Elden Ring Nightreign The Forsaken Hollows includes two additional Nightfarers, a new Shifting Earth, and much more. A Deluxe Upgrade Pack will be available featuring the DLC and a digital artbook and mini soundtrack, which was included with the Elden Ring Nightreign Deluxe Edition. According to the Steam page, this upgrade and bonus will only be available to purchase until the release of The Forsaken Hollows.

Currently, Elden Ring Nightreign is available now for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam. Final Weapon reviewed Elden Ring Nightreign and gave it a 4.5 out 5 score, noting that the game “understands its own identity and hones in on that. The returning bosses are a treat for older FromSoftware players, and the new mechanics are fun yet challenging to wrap your head around.”

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition will release in 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, featuring the base game and the Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree expansion in one package. Moreover, the game will feature new armor and customization features for Torrent’s appearance. Further details about the Nintendo Switch 2 version were not revealed yet. 

The Elden Ring Symphonic Adventure orchestra concert will be held on February 15, 2026 at the Pacifico Yokohama National Convention Hall in Japan. The concert will be handled by the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, with conductor Hirofumi Kurita at the helm. In addition, the concert will give fans the opportunity to purchase specially themed merchandise to commemorate the event.

Digimon Story Time Stranger Reveals Additional Digimon & Episode Pack 1: Alternate Dimension DLC

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Soul Kiwami
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Digimon Story Time Stranger Additional Digimon & Episode Pack 1 Alternate Dimension

During the November 11 State of Play, Bandai Namco revealed the new “Additional Digimon & Episode Pack 1: Alternate Dimension” DLC for Digimon Story Time Stranger. Additional Digimon & Episode Pack 1: Alternate Dimension will launch this winter as part of the Digimon Story Time Stranger Season Pass.

According to Bandai Namco, the new DLC introduces new Digivolution routes for Mega Digimon. What’s more, there will be a special episode that “weaves together encounters across time and space.” More updates and news on the DLC are coming soon, so stay tuned and watch the trailer below in the meantime.

Digimon Story Time Stranger is available now worldwide for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam with Japanese and English voice overs. Final Weapon reviewed Digimon Story Time Stranger and gave it a 4.5/5 score, noting that the game is “the boldest entry in the franchise to date, delivering a thrilling narrative, stunning environments, and over 450 Digimon to collect. Its deep combat system, expansive quality-of-life improvements, and superb English voice acting elevate it alongside the best RPGs of the year. Minor issues aside, this is the definitive Digimon experience fans have been waiting for.”

Previously, Bandai Namco released the November 6 update for Digimon Story Time Stranger to implement numerous bug fixes, including fixes to progression-blocking main story bugs and gameplay-related issues. Full patch notes for the November 6 Digimon Story Time Stranger update can be read here.

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X Announced for PS5, Switch and Xbox Series X|S

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Soul Kiwami
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BlazBlue Entropy Effect X

Astrolabe Games, Arc System Works, and 91Act have announced BlazBlue Entropy Effect X, a new console version of roguelite action game BlazBlue Entropy Effect. BlazBlue Entropy Effect X will launch on February 12, 2026 worldwide for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Sereis X|S. 

Pre-orders for the BlazBlue Entropy Effect X Digital Standard Edition ($24.99) and Deluxe Edition ($34.99)  are available now on PlayStation Store and Nintendo eShop. Deluxe Edition contents include the BlazBlue Character Palette [The Other Side] (14 characters, additional palettes for future characters), BlazBlue Character Palette [X-File] (14 Characters, no additional palettes for future characters), original soundtrack (5 sets, 91 tracks), and four chibi avatars.

Further, physical Deluxe Editions for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch are available to pre-order and release the same day worldwide. It’s worth noting that all Deluxe Edition bonus content may be offered separately later as upgrade DLC for the Standard Edition, and all content will be available at the time of release. 

What’s more, all versions will support English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, French, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Korean, and Russian language options.

Here’s an overview of the game, via Astrolabe Games:

Intro

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X is a roguelite action game set in the BlazBlue universe, featuring striking 2D visuals, stylish, fast-paced combat, and precise, responsive controls. Command a line-up of unique characters from the renowned BlazBlue franchise and dive into an
unparalleled action experience.

Story

At a mysterious domain, known as “the Lab”, a group of elite researchers race to save a collapsing word; however, despite their efforts to date, Dr. Mercurius, head of the laboratory, still warns the world’s downfall is near.

In a last-ditch effort, the urgent Research of Possibility initiative seeks to collect Shards of Possibility –a special fragment of the world that could forestall the seemingly inevitable destruction. These shards lie within the Sea of Possibility, a realm between worlds, beyond the bounds of reality.

The protagonist, Ace, is the only being capable of diving into this sea. Guided by the elite researchers at the Lab, Ace descends again and again in pursuit of salvation—until strange visions take hold and his body begins to change. As Ace continues to dive, countless memories flood his mind, and the truth behind the collapsing world– and the research itself – begins to surface….

“……The Power of Azure.”

Lastly, BlazBlue Entropy Effect is available now on for Android via Google Play Store, iOS via App Store, and PC via Steam.

Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse Launches on March 5, 2026

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Soul Kiwami
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Pocketpair Publishing and Frontside 180 have announced “Metroidvania x roguelike” side-scrolling action game Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse launches on March 5, 2026. Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse will be available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam, and pre-orders are available now in the PlayStation Store. More details about platform availability may follow, so stay tuned.

A new PlayStation Blog post has also been released with insights from the Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse developers.

Lastly, here’s an overview of Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse via Steam:

About Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse

Authentic 2D action

Identify enemy attacks, fight with magic, and sometimes use the terrain to win! Dungeons such as ruins and botanical gardens are auto-generated and change each time you play. Furthermore, there are obstacles and puzzles waiting to block the player’s path in the dungeons. 

Possession system

Possess enemies using a cursed hat. Use unique abilities from your possessed enemies to open up avenues of action and gain an advantage in battle! 

Rebuild a ruined village

Use materials collected in the dungeons to clear the rubble of ruined villages, build new facilities and cultivate crops in the fields. Produce food and potions in the village to prepare for the next battle! 

Multiplayer

Multiplayer support for up to four players. Call your friends from other worlds and conquer dungeons together! 

Game features
      • Metroidvania x Roguelite with an emphasis on exploration.
      • Sophisticated and tactilely designed player character controls.
      • Possession system where hats can possess enemies and use their unique abilities.
      • Traditional Japanese hand-drawn limited animation is used for character 2D animation.
      • Thickly painted backgrounds with depth, as if you are travelling through a world of picture books and cut-out pictures.
      • Learn actions such as double-jump from artefacts to explore new areas.
      • Constantly changing play style depending on the synergy of “traits” associated with magic and items.
      • Intense battles with tough bosses. It will take more than just memorizing boss patterns to defeat them without taking damage…
      • Rebuild your village. Strengthen yourself through building and production to prepare for the next adventure.
      • Explore different terrain each time you play through procedurally generated dungeons.
      • Multiplayer support. Up to four players can delve into the dungeon together!

Fate Trigger is Coming to PlayStation with Cross-Play and Cross-Progression

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Soul Kiwami
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Fate Trigger PlayStation

During the November 11 State of Play broadcast, Saroasis Studios announced free-to-play anime hero shooter Fate Trigger is coming to PlayStation consoles, and the game will enter Steam Early Access in Q1 2026. There’s a slew of new content planned for the upcoming PC and PlayStation versions of Fate Trigger, including new heroes (Awakeners), a new map, and much more.

A new trailer for Fate Trigger confirmed that the Early Access phase will bring two new heroes, including Fally and Tata and Bibi. Fally falls in the assault class, and she uses a new cloning ability that lets her control two characters at once with the “Twin Tactics” ability. Tata and Bibi are a defensive pair that can lock down territory with turrets that cling to any surface, and they can shield allies from incoming throwables.

What’s more, the new 2km x 2km Awakener Trial map, Blightfront, will be introduced. The map is designed for fast and intense combat, and its split by towering walls into interconnected zones with complex cover layouts and crossfire angles. The map has 13 unique urban areas with taller buildings and spacious interiors. Fans can also look forward to an “Easter Egg.”

Along with improvements from the betas, Fate Trigger will feature an option to select between dedicated servers for console players or cross-platform play with PC players. There will also be cross-platform progression with account level, friends list, characters, and skins syncing across every device. The user interface and controls have also been optimized for PlayStation with support for DualSense capabilities.

Fate Trigger is also coming soon to Android, iOS, and PC via Steam. In September 2024, Final Weapon had the opportunity to preview Fate Trigger and see what the battle royale game has to offer. 

PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC and Sonic the Hedgehog Collaboration DLC is Now Available

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Chris Sanchez
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During the November 11 State of Play, Bandai Namco announced that PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC has released its new Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration DLC set. The Sonic the Hedgehog DLC content adds a new island to Pac-Land with 3 Sonic-themed stages, along with 20 figures to collect, a costume, and a fight with Eggman in PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC.

Check out the new trailer for the DLC, which is available for purchase now.

PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC is available now for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Final Weapon reviewed PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC, noting that the game is “a solid 3D action adventure platformer that stays true to the original game while introducing a slew of new features and upgrades, including revamped visuals, Quality and Performance modes, voice-acting, and brand-new levels and rewards.”

Lastly, here is an overview of PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC, via Bandai Namco:

The fan favorite PAC-MAN WORLD 2 returns modernized, enhanced, and upgraded as PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC!

The Ghosts snuck into PAC-Village and stole the Golden Fruit, unwittingly freeing the all-powerful ghost king, Spooky! Now it’s up to PAC-MAN to venture across PAC-LAND, retrieve the Golden Fruit, and put a stop to the dastardly Spooky once more.

With modern graphics, expanded levels and PAC-Village, quality of life improvements, and voice acting – PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC is the fan favorite remade from scratch with the original recipe. The adventure is back on the menu!

Octopath Traveler 0 Trailer Previews the Main Story

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Soul Kiwami
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Octopath Traveler 0 story

During the November 11 State of Play broadcast, Square Enix has released a new trailer for HD-2D turn-based RPG Octopath Traveler 0 to preview the game’s story.

Octopath Traveler 0 launches December 4 for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Digital pre-orders for Octopath Traveler 0 are live with a Travel Provisions bonus, featuring Healing Grape (M) x5, Inspiriting Plum (M) x5, Revitalizing Jam x2, and Icewind Mastery.

The Standard Edition costs $49.99, while the Digital Deluxe Edition costs $59.99. Digital Deluxe Edition contents include:

  • Deluxe Travel Provisions
    • Action Skills
      • Triple Strike Mastery
      • SP Saver Mastery
      • Extra JP Mastery
  • Consumable Items: 8 Types of Nuts (M)
    • Fortifying Nut (M)
    • Magic Nut (M)
    • Tough Nut (M)
    • Resistant Nut (M)
    • Light Nut (M)
    • Critical Nut (M)
    • Sharp Nut (M)
    • Slippery Nut (M)
  • Town Decorations: Festive Decoration Designs
    • Table with Roasted Chicken
    • Festive Arch
    • Large Festive Arch
    • Festive Flag
    • Grand Vase
  • Digital Art Book

Lastly, here’s a story synopsis for Octopath Traveler 0, via Square Enix:

In Octopath Traveler 0, players will experience a story of restoration and retribution over the divine rings in an epic saga that unfolds across the realm of Orsterra. The game features returning core elements from the series, and–for the first time in series history–players will be able to customize their own protagonist and rebuild their hometown after it has been destroyed. The story builds upon that of the mobile game Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent, adding new story content where players rebuild their town, and reinterpreted story beats unfold throughout. Fans familiar with the series can enjoy the return of its iconic HD-2D art style, the ability to interact with other characters in various ways through Path Actions, and the Break and Boost battle system which can turn the tide of battle.

Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack DLC Launches on December 4

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Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack

Sony Interactive Entertainment and Polyphony Digital announced the all-new “Power Pack” DLC for Gran Turismo 7 featuring new content and challenges, including the return of 24-hour endurance races. Launching on December 4, Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack aims to bring “authentic motorsport challenges” to the game with a fair share of rewards for progression.

What’s more, players can look forward to the Gran Turismo 7 Spec III update, which is expected to launch that same day. The Gran Turismo 7 Spec III update adds eight new vehicles, two new race tracks, new events, a data logger feature, a new Circuit Experience, and much more.

Fans can dive into Gran Turismo 7 update 1.63, which includes the the new Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo. Gran Turismo 7 update 1.63 includes five new cars: Hyundai ELANTRA N ’23, MAZDA SPIRIT RACING ROADSTER 12R ’25, Opel Corsa GSE Vision Gran Turismo, Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40V ’74, and Toyota RAV4 Adventure ’20. Players can test these new cars out in the following new World Circuits events:

  • Sunday Cup
    • Sardegna – Road Track – C Reverse
  • Japanese FR Challenge 450
    • Suzuka Circuit
  • Race of Turbo Sportscars
    • Watkins Glen Long Course
  • Vision Gran Turismo Trophy
    • Nürburgring GP
  • World Touring Car 700
    • Alsace – Village

The update is rounded out by the addition of the “Bolivia” featured Curation in Scapes.

Lastly, Gran Turismo 7 will continue to receive major updates on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Polyphony Digital released the game’s free demo, My First GT, on December 6, 2024. Players may complete the demo to earn bonuses in Gran Turismo 7.

FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE Releases March 12, 2026

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Chris Sanchez
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Koei Tecmo and Team NINJA have announced that FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE will be coming to Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on March 12, 2026. Check out the latest trailer for the game below:

Here’s an overview of FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE, via Koei Tecmo:

About

The full remake of the second installment in the FATAL FRAME (PROJECT ZERO) series, originally released in 2003, titled FATAL FRAME / PROJECT ZERO II: Crimson Butterfly. This Japanese-style horror adventure game follows twin sisters who become lost in an abandoned village haunted by vengeful spirits. Using the Camera Obscura—a device that can capture and seal away the impossible—they fight ghosts as the story unfolds.
This title has undergone a complete overhaul, with improvements to everything from visuals and audio to the core gameplay systems and controls. The signature Camera Obscura mechanic, used to capture and fend off spirits, remains a key feature, now offering richer and more engaging gameplay in both exploration and combat. In addition, the new “Holding Hands with Mayu” mechanic adds a heartfelt touch, letting you experience the deep bond between the sisters like never before.

The Story

Twin sisters Mio and Mayu Amakura visit a stream they remember from their childhood memories. The area will soon be submerged by a dam. As Mio reminisces, her older sister Mayu is drawn away by a crimson-colored butterfly, leading her toward the rumored village that no longer appears on any map. It is a village of vengeful spirits hunting for the twins girls who fled their ritual. A village of never-ending night. As Mio tries to find Mayu and escape from the village, her actions unknowingly retrace the horrors of the past. In the deepest reaches of the village, Mio uncovers the truth behind the “forbidden ritual that must never be witnessed.”

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