My Hero Academia is Getting a New Mobile Game by KLab

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KLab announced that the company has acquired the rights to develop and release a new My Hero Academia mobile game. The new My Hero Academia mobile game is planned for release in 2026 worldwide outside mainland China.

The next game in the prolific anime series is Bandai Namco’s anime action-fighting game My Hero Academia All’s Justice, which launches February 6, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Pre-orders for the Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate Editions are available now in the Microsoft Store, PlayStation Store, and Steam.

Crunchyroll is currently streaming My Hero Academia Final Season with English subs and English dub. The staff of My Hero Academia Final Season includes chief director Kenji Nagasaki, director Naomi Nakayama, script supervisor Yōsuke Kuroda, character designers Yoshihiko Umakoshi and Hitomi Odashima, composer Yuki Hayashi, and studio BONES. Porno Graffitti performs the opening theme song “THE REVO.” Bump of Chicken performs the ending theme song “I,”.

Fans can also look forward to My Hero Academia Vigilantes Season 2, which premieres in January 2026. The first season is streaming on Crunchyroll with English dubs and subs. Kocchi no Kento performs the opening theme song “Kekka Orai (All’s Well in the End).” Rock band yutori performs the ending theme song “Speed.” While waiting on My Hero Academia Vigilantes Season 2, fans can read the manga at VIZ Media.

Kenichi Suzuki directs My Hero Academia Vigilantes at BONES FILM. Yōsuke Kuroda writes and oversees the series scripts. Moreover, Takahiko Yoshida is the character designer, and Yuki Hayashi is composing the music alongside Shōgo Yamashiro and Yūki Furuhashi. Kocchi no Kento performed the first season’s opening theme song “Kekka Orai (All’s Well in the End),” and yutori performed the ending theme song “Speed.”

Crunchyroll is Now Streaming 1984 Fist of the North Star Anime

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Crunchyroll is now streaming all 152 episodes of the original 1984 Fist of the North Star anime with English subtitles. The Fist of the North Star anime is also streaming with various subtitle language options, including Spanish (LATAM), French, and Brazilian Portuguese, on Crunchyroll.

Fist of the North Star: Elegy of Ken-Oh’s Army Grunts will premiere in January 2026, followed by the main new Hokuto no Ken -Fist of the North Star- anime sometime that same year. More details about broadcasting and streaming will be announced at a later date.

The cast of Hokuto no Ken -Fist of the North Star- includes:

  • Shunsuke Takeuchi as Kenshiro
  • Daiki Yamashita as Bat
  • M.A.O as Rin
  • Wataru Takagi as Jagi
  • Tsuguo Mogami as Toki
  • Taiten Kusunoki as Raoh

The cast of Fist of the North Star: Elegy of Ken-Oh’s Army Grunts includes:

  • Hiro Shimono as Nobu
  • Shinnosuke Ogami as Zaku
  • Masaaki Yano as Buzz
  • Shinya Takahashi as the narrator

Buronson and Tetsuo Hara’s Fist of the North Star manga was serialized from 1983 to 1988 in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine. In 1984, the TV anime adaptation began and popularized the franchise as fans know it today. Undoubtedly, Fist of the North Star influenced and inspired many popular anime and manga works over the many decades.

The Fist of the North Star manga is available to purchase both physically and digitally at VIZ Media. Lastly, here’s an overview of the prolific series, via VIZ Media:

One day, a wanderer appears out of the wasteland to bring justice to the guilty and hope to the people—a warrior named Ken, a man who bears seven scars upon his chest and holds the secret of a mysterious martial art known as Hokuto Shinken, the Divine Fist of the North Star!

LoveR Kiss Endless Memories is Coming to GOG and DLsite

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Dragami Games announced the PC version of LoveR Kiss Endless Memories will be released on November 27 for GOG and DLsite for $44.99. The GOG and DLsite versions of LoveR Kiss Endless Memories will be released day-and-date with the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, and store pages will open soon.

As previously announced, the Steam version of LoveR Kiss Endless Memories will no longer release on the platform due to “various circumstances” that made it difficult to release the game. 

LoveR Kiss Endless Memories supports English, Japanese, and Traditional Chinese language options, and a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack will be available. LoveR Kiss Endless Memories features a higher resolution and improved frame rates on Nintendo Switch 2. 

Lastly, here’s an overview of the game from our previous coverage:

A new love, forever…

“LoveR Kiss Endless Memories” is a youth romance simulation game themed around photography and romance. As a member of the photography club, players will deepen their bonds with seven heroines through their daily school life.

Key Features

♥ Abundant Romance Events

Each heroine has her own unique story and a variety of events. It’s up to you which girl you’ll fall in love with!

♥ Full-fledged Photo Capture

In Photo Mode, you can freely adjust the shooting environment, composition, pose, and more! Capture your favorite scenes and save them to your album. Taking photos is one way to deepen your connection with the heroine, and each photo will change the course of your romantic relationship.

♥ Captivating Voice and BGM

Fully voiced by a stellar cast of voice actors! Enjoy engaging interactions with the characters. The BGM by Noriyuki Iwadare, who has worked on numerous romance simulation games, enhances the world of LoveR.

♥ Detailed School Life

Recreate the bittersweet days of school with conversations, schedule management, events, and more!

Rich end-game content! Enjoy eternal summer with PRO Photo Mode!

After your love for your favorite heroine is fulfilled, enjoy taking her portraits.

♥ Wide Variety of Subject Settings

Players can freely specify the heroine’s pose and expression during the photo shoot.

From a shy smile to a cool standing pose, you can create a look that matches your theme.

Also, combine a wide variety of outfits and accessories to capture your perfect moment!

♥ Photo Locations and Accessory Arrangements

A variety of photo locations are available, including classrooms, parks, and pools, each with different time zones and seasons.

Add props and furniture to create even more unique scenes.

♥ Filters and Editing Features

Apply filters after taking photos to create your own unique look, from retro to soft to vivid.

You can also fine-tune parameters such as brightness, contrast, and saturation.

Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow Launches on December 4

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Vertigo Games and Maze Theory announced Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow will launch on December 4 for PlayStation VR2, SteamVR, Meta Quest 2, and Meta Quest 3. The second official gameplay trailer for Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow was released to give fans a preview of footage from the PS VR2 version.

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

The City is a place of shadows, ruled by the powerful and feared by the oppressed. Its rooftops form a labyrinth above the narrow, twisting streets. The City Watch prowls relentlessly, enforcing the iron will of Baron Ulysses Northcrest, a tyrant who crushes rebellion before it can take root.

You are Magpie, a cunning thief orphaned by Northcrest’s brutality and shaped by the streets, who steals as the only means to survive. That is, until you uncover something greater: a legendary artifact holding a legacy from the past. Use immersive VR mechanics to steal, evade, and outsmart the forces controlling The City. Unravel its darkest secrets and expose a sinister conspiracy that looms over its very foundation

Key Features:

      • A Legendary Franchise Returns: Experience the world of Thief in VR for the first time, blending classic stealth gameplay with next-gen immersion.
      • Master the Shadows: Stick to the darkness, evade patrols, and outmaneuver enemies with real-time stealth mechanics.
      • Realistic Thieving: Pickpocket guards, pry open hidden compartments, and bypass locks with tactile VR interactions.
      • Precision & Skill: Use an array of arrows and tools to distract, disable, or eliminate threats with immersive VR archery.
      • Explore The City: Climb rooftops, sneak through back alleys, and uncover secrets in a dark, steampunk-inspired world.
      • Choose Your Approach: Every heist offers multiple paths and playstyles—sneak past guards unseen or take them down from the shadows.

MapleStory: Idle RPG Releases on November 5 for iOS and Android

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Saras Rajpal
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MapleStory: Idle RPG Releases on November 5 for iOS and Android

NEXON has announced that MapleStory: Idle RPG will release for iOS and Android globally on November 5. It will release alongside in-game global events for players to dive into upon launch. 

At launch, a 14-Day Special Mission Event will be available, where players who login and complete various missions over two weeks will grant them with rewards such as the third Job Companion, Elite Monster Summoning Point, Spell Trace, and more. A Login Event will also be featured, plus a 10-Day Attendance Board, the former of which grants Elite Monster Summoning Points, Summoning Tickets, and Medals of Honor based on the cumulative login time and login frequency of players. The latter adds 3,600 summoning tickets for those who login for 10 days in a row. 

According to a press release, the key features of MapleStory: Idle RPG are as follows:

    • Auto Battle and Auto Growth – Players can now sit back, relax and enjoy the game as their character never stops getting stronger, no matter where you are – school, work, or bed! 
    • Reliable Companion System – Players won’t have to battle alone as they can gather diverse companions and shape their own battle style.
    • Various Growth Dungeons – Learn the boss’s patterns and clear the dungeon, making gameplay simpler and more fun than ever!
    • PVP Arena of Intense Clashes – Prove your strength in the ultimate battlefield of champions to claim victory!
    • Cute Styling Items – With adorable and unique outfits available, players will be sure to stand out in style against the rest.

MapleStory: Idle RPG will release on iOS and Android on November 5. 

Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis Reveals Final Fantasy XIII Collaboration Weapons

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Saras Rajpal
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Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis Reveals Final Fantasy XIII Collaboration Weapons

Square Enix has revealed the weapons that Tifa and Aerith will wield in the Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis and Final Fantasy XIII collaboration. The event is available now on October 29 for iOS, Android, and PC via Steam.

Aerith will wield the Lightning’s Rod weapon and the Enhancing Rose ability. The ability applies magic damage bonus to all allies, restores up to 7% of your own Healing Pot, boosts command gauge by 75% on first use, and, when your own HP is 70% or more, you drastically increase PDEF of all allies. Tifa wields Lightning’s Gloves and uses the Army of Strikes ability. This ability inflicts up to 1,340% magic ice damage and ice resist down on a single enemy. It also applies “exploit weakness” to you when your HP is over 70%.

Check out the pictures of both weapons below:

 

In the new story event, Cloud, Tifa, and Aerith encounter Lightning, the protagonist of Final Fantasy XIII. Additionally, new crossover weapons and gear inspired by the FFXIII series are available. If you clear panel missions, you can also unlock the enemy ability titled “Army of One.” Crossover weapons can appear in a daily free 1 draw, and the completion of more panel missions can unlock Glen’s snow style. 

In addition, the Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis and Boba Bear pop-up collaboration began on September 22 and runs through December 31, 2025 in Koreatown at 414 S. Western Ave #C Los Angeles, CA 90020. The pop-up transforms the boba shop into the Seventh Heaven Bar with themed drinks, décor, mini-games, photo ops, and more.

Lastly, Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis is available on iOS, Android, and PC via Steam.

Tokyo Revengers and Back to the Future Crossover Merchandise Announced

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Saras Rajpal
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Tokyo Revengers and Back to the Future Crossover Merchandise Announced

SEGA has revealed a new line of Arcade figures that highlight a collaboration between Tokyo Revengers and Back to the Future. The collaboration features characters from the anime wearing clothes inspired by the beloved movie franchise. 

The main centerpiece of the collab is a figure of Mikey, the protagonist of Tokyo Revengers, wearing gear inspired by Marty McFly. There are also small mascot figures of Takemichi, Mikey and Draken, also wearing Back to the Future gear. The figures will be available starting on December 25, and celebrates the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future and the 5th anniversary of Tokyo Revengers. Check out the pictures of both sets of figures below:

Next year, the Tokyo Revengers: War of the Three Titans anime will premiere. Maki Kodaira directs the Tokyo Revengers: War of the Three Titans anime at LIDEN FILMS. Hatsumi is credited as a collaborator for the series scripts. Airi Tsuyuki and Kae Takakura are the character designers alongside Keiko Ōta and Kenichi Ōnuki. Yoshitomo Hara and Hideki Fukushima are bike and prop designers. Kōji Ietaka is the compositing director of photography, and LIDEN FILMS is handling 3D CG work.

The staff is also joined by

  • Art Directors: Yasuyuki Mutō and Rumi Matsumoto
  • Color Key Artist: Kunio Tsujita
  • Sound Director: Satoki Iida
  • Music Composer: Hiroaki Tsutsumi

The previous arc, Tokyo Revengers: Tenjiku Arc, premiered in October 2023 in Japan. Disney+ exclusively streamed the anime worldwide with the exception of China. Kodansha publishes Ken Wakui’s original manga series, which ended in November 2022. The staff behind Tokyo Revengers: War of the Three Titans will release the exact release date at a later time. 

Session: Skate Sim El Lay DLC and New Free Update Available Now

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Session: Skate Sim El Lay DLC and New Free Update Available Now

Nacon has released the latest DLC for Session: Skate Sim, titled “El Lay.” Alongside it, the developers also launched a new “FLOW” free update. 

The El Lay DLC adds two exclusive outfits, 6 object dropper obstacles, and the El Lay area. Additionally, the free update features Goofy Stance for all tricks and animations, ensuring visual and gameplay parity with regular stance. It also adds revisions and updates to powerslides, reverts, manuals, and wheel grip settings, new updates to the powerside mechanic, and adjustments to reverts pass and manuals. Check out the trailer for the Session: Skate Sim El Lay DLC and FLOW free update below:

Session: Skate Sim is available now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The Steam page describes the game as follows:

With the dual stick controls, each stick represents one of your feet. You will need to learn how to control them and transfer weight, just like on a real skateboard. The physics have been developed with a focus on realism, smoothness and immersion. Just like in real life for a new skateboarder, the first hours can seem challenging, but once you have mastered the technique, you will feel the unrivalled thrill of pulling off your very first kickflip!

Session: Skate Sim also includes full options customisation, so you can enjoy the perfect experience tailored to you. A full tutorial provides all the help you need to get started, and you can choose from four difficulty levels! Inspired by the golden age of street skating – the 1990s – Session: Skate Sim lets you experience true skateboarding and its culture: no scoring system; just you, your spot and your imagination! 

 

Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Releases on January 15

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Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Releases on January 15

Nintendo has announced that a Nintendo Switch 2 edition of Animal Crossing: New Horizons will release on January 15, 2026. Alongside it, a free update which adds new features, new amiibo functionality, and more will release on the same day. 

The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Animal Crossing: New Horizons will cost $64.99. The upgrade pack for those who own the original game costs $4.99. The new edition will add 4K visuals, the ability to redecorate and write messages using the Joy-Con 2 mouse controls, a Megaphone which utilizes the Switch 2’s mic, and the ability to play with up to 12 players at a time instead of 8. You can also use GameChat and the Switch 2 camera while playing with friends. 

Additionally, both Switch and Switch 2 players of Animal Crossing: New Horizons will be able to access the new free Version 3.0 update. The update will add a resort hotel hosted by the Kapp’n family, plus the ability to decorate guest rooms inside the hotel. You can also craft multiple items at a time, invite guests using Amiibo, upgrade storage size, a dream world which allows you to create an entire island at will, and collaborations featuring LEGO items, plus characters from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and the Splatoon franchise. 

Check out the trailer showcasing the Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and upcoming Version 3.0 update below:

Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will release on January 15, 2026 for $64.99, with the upgrade pack priced at $4.99. On the same day, Version 3.0 of the game will release for both Switch and Switch 2.

Ys IX: Monstrum Nox Official Novelization Pre-Orders Are Going Live

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Ys IX Monstrum Nox The Official Novelization pre-orders

Dragonwell Publishing has opened pre-orders for the official novelization of Nihon Falcom’s action RPG Ys IX: Monstrum Nox at ys-books.com. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana novelization author Anna Kashina returns as the author of Monstrum Nox, and pre-orders will be opening at major retail sites and booksellers over time.

e-Book and physical hardcover versions of Monstrum Nox release in spring 2026 for $7.95 and $34.95, respectively. The softcover version will release in summer 2026 for $19.95.

Here’s a story synopsis of the game and novel, via Dragonwell Publishing:

When Adol Christin arrives in the historical city of Balduq, famous for its ancient fortress serving as a high security prison, he doesn’t expect to get arrested at the city gate by the prison warden himself. Nor does he expect that an escape attempt would throw him into an encounter with a mysterious woman, whose magic bullets can turn a person into a Monstrum—a supernatural warrior, trapped in an eternal battle with monsters born from people’s nightmares.

To break his curse, Adol must embark on a perilous journey into the past and unravel the centuries of dark secrets lurking in the mysterious depths of the Balduq prison. But nothing can possibly prepare him for the ultimate enemy waiting for him at the end of the path. Thrown into a deadly battle, Adol must stake his sanity and his very survival against the ancient terror that had plagued the land since the beginning of time.

Lastly, Ys IX: Monstrum Nox is available now for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. Final Weapon reviewed Ys IX: Monstrum Nox and gave it a 4/5, noting that the game is “an excellent RPG is the long running Ys series that takes the story in a darker direction.” 

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