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Japanese developer records miraculous 6214% profit growth thanks to explosive success of Gakuen Idolmaster 

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Screamer reboot trailer Milestone Polygon Pictures

Screamer, Italy’s answer to Ridge Racer, is getting a reboot with cutscenes by one of Japan’s top animation studios 

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Sriren 6 developers

Shiren the Wanderer 6 is the series’ fastest-selling entry to date, but it’s struggling to take off in the West. Its creators hope to win over overseas roguelike lovers 

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Visa international payment processor suspension on Japanese platform otaku matchmaking service

(UPDATED) Visa payment suspended on legal dating site for otaku, prompting response from Japanese politician

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Awaria

Indie hit Helltaker’s creator to release new game Awaria alongside its soundtrack very soon 

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Marvel Rivals Venom

Marvel Rivals Venom guide: Abilities and how to use them effectively 

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Sega is changing its global strategy to become an IP powerhouse, reviving dormant franchises and aggressively pursuing transmedia projects 

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Elden Ring Nightreign effect on Bandai Namco share price

Elden Ring Nightreign announcement sends Bandai Namco stock price soaring 

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Tekken 8 Clive Final Fantasy 16 protagonist Clive Rosfield joins Tekken 8 as new DLC character

Final Fantasy 16 protagonist Clive’s Tekken 8 inclusion meets mixed reception as players lament Tifa’s absence 

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Elden Ring Nightreign

Elden Ring Nightreign director shares details about high-freedom co-op play, day-night game cycle and Dark Souls cameos 

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Okami sequel Hideki Kamiya

Okami to get surprise sequel co-developed by original team and helmed by Hideki Kamiya 

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Onimusha Way of the Sword

Onimusha is finally returning in 2026 with a new sword action game set in feudal Japan  

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