Final Fantasy XVI Bring Arts Figures Clive, Jill, and Torgal
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Tons of Awesome Final Fantasy XVI Figures Now Available For Pre-Order from Square Enix

Today Square Enix made a line of Final Fantasy XVI figures available for pre-order, and they kind of went overboard with the volume, including pretty much all the main characters.  Specifically, we…

July 19, 2023 | 10:19 EDT

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Muv-Luv Dimensions Reveals First Event, & it's Summer-Themed

Following its recent release, the mobile game Muv-Luv Dimensions is getting its first event next week, and it's all about summer. The event is titled "Doki! Mystery adventure full of swimsuits!?"…

July 16, 2023 | 11:24 EDT

The two potential protagonists and X posing against a portrait backdrop in The Caligula Effect 2
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The Caligula Effect 2 PS5 Release Date Revealed With New Story And Gameplay Trailer

NIS America has revealed its upcoming The Caligula Effect 2 PS5 release date, and it won't be too long before you can check out this reality-hopping JRPG on Sony's machine. The game is heading to PS5…

July 14, 2023 | 09:27 EDT

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Project Survival and Urban Myth Dissolution Center Announced by Shueisha Games

Today Shueisha Games (which recently released Soulvars) had a pair of interesting games to reveal at BitSummit Let's Go!!, the indie game festival that is being hosted in Kyoto, Japan.  The first…

July 13, 2023 | 11:37 EDT

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Ys X: Nordics Gets New Screenshots, Reveals New Characters & Gameplay Features

Today Nihon Falcom released another batch of screenshots and more details of the upcoming JRPG Ys X: Nordics. We start with the reveal of four new characters, starting with Grimson Balta, 40 years…

July 13, 2023 | 02:37 EDT

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RearSekai by Rune Factory Creator Gets Release Date, Details, Trailers, & More

Today Bushiroad has fully revealed RearSekai, the next game by well-known Rune Factory creator Yoshifumi Hashimoto. The game, which was announced back in January, will release in Japan exclusively…

July 13, 2023 | 12:28 EDT

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Cid's Voice Actor Ralph Ineson Praises Final Fantasy XVI's "Great" Writing

Ralph Ineson is among the English voice actors who worked on Final Fantasy XVI with the highest profile and he shared his opinion on the game's writing.  In a video interview shared by the retailer…

July 11, 2023 | 08:58 EDT

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Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Gets New Screenshots, Details, & Day One DLC

Today Square Enix shared plenty of new details, screenshots, and charming artwork about the upcoming JRPG Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince.  The game, which was teased in May and fully…

July 11, 2023 | 04:51 EDT

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Rhapsody III: Memories of Marl Kingdom Shows its Characters & Charming Retro Art in New Trailer

Today NIS America released a new trailer of the upcoming retro JRPG compilation Rhapsody: Marl Kingdom Chronicles, specifically focusing on Rhapsody III. The trailer provides a good look at the game…

July 11, 2023 | 10:05 EDT

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Muv-Luv Dimensions Passes 400,000 Pre-Registrations & Unlocks Teito Moyu Event Ahead of Tomorrow's Release

Publisher Anchor and developer NextNinja shared that the upcoming Muv-Luv mobile game Muv-Luv Dimensions has passed 400,000 pre-registrations.  This comes just before the game's Japanese release,…

July 10, 2023 | 01:31 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Will Become a Musical by Prestigious Takarazuka Revue

Today the prestigious Takarazuka Revue, a well-known Japanese all-female musical troupe, announced that it'll host a performance dedicated to Final Fantasy XVI. According to the announcement, the…

July 10, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

Kenshi Yonezu in "Moongazing" Final Fantasy XVI Theme Song
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Final Fantasy XVI Emotional Theme Song by Kenshi Yonezu Gets Super-Dark Official Music Video

Popular Japanese singer and songwriter Kenshi Yonezu released the official music video of the theme song he performed for Final Fantasy XVI. The song, titled "Moongazing" or "Tsuki Wo Miteita" in…

July 9, 2023 | 10:15 EDT

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Muv-Luv Dimensions Reveals Gacha Rates, Gameplay, & More as Pre-Registrations Pass 300,000

Publisher Anchor and developer NextNinja hosted a livestream about the upcoming Muv-Luv mobile game Muv-Luv Dimensions. First of all, we learn that the game has passed 300,000 pre-registration in…

July 7, 2023 | 04:38 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Update 1.03 Released; Patch Notes Include Motion Blur Setting & More

Square Enix has just released update 1.03 for its popular action RPG Final Fantasy XVI.  The update implements a few improvements to the game, including the much-requested motion blur setting,…

July 5, 2023 | 09:55 EDT

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Persona 3 Reload Gets New Trailer Showcasing Gameplay & English Voices & New Character Artwork

During a panel at Anime Expo, Atlus and Sega released a trailer and new artwork for its upcoming JRPG Persona 3 Reload.  At the beginning of the panel, we got the presentation of art for three of…

July 3, 2023 | 10:26 EDT

A shot of Marie relaxing in an alchemical atelier with the caption "I'm done saving the world!" in Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg
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Atelier Marie Remake Atelier Guide Trailer Shows You Alchemical Fundamentals

A new Atelier Marie Remake trailer has arrived, and it's aiming to teach you the fundamentals of alchemy. Don't worry, though; you won't be spending all of your time studying. There'll be plenty of…

July 3, 2023 | 09:34 EDT

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Neptunia Game Maker R:Evolution Localization, Sisters VS Sisters for Xbox, & More Announced by Idea Factory

Today, Idea Factory International hosted an event at Anime Expo and had four interesting announcements about upcoming releases, especially for fans of the Hyperdimension Neptunia series. First of…

July 2, 2023 | 03:24 EDT

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Crymachina Gets New Trailer Showcasing Characters & Action Gameplay

Furyu has released a new trailer of the action JRPG Crymachina, providing another look at gameplay and cutscenes. We get to meet the cast of the game, including the protagonists and a few characters…

June 29, 2023 | 12:13 EDT

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Ridge Racer & Daytona USA Will Appear Together in Yoko Taro's 404 Game Re:Set

Today Sega announced a new collaboration coming to Yoko Taro's mobile game 404 Game Re:Set, and this time, it's all about classic racing. The event will start with tomorrow's maintenance (on July 29…

June 28, 2023 | 10:34 EDT

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Muv-Luv Dimensions Gets Release Date as Pre-Registrations Pass 250,000

Publisher Anchor and developer NextNinja announced a small delay and a release date for the upcoming Muv-Luv mobile game Muv-Luv Dimensions. The game was supposed to launch in Japan by the end of…

June 28, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Shipments Reach 3 Million In Under A Week

The latest installment in the long-running Final Fantasy series launched on June 22nd, and it's already managed to rack up a pretty impressive number of shipments. Square Enix has announced that …

June 28, 2023 | 08:27 EDT

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Ys X: Nordics Gets New Trailer Showcasing Plenty of Gameplay & Rocking Music

Today Nihon Falcom released a new trailer of the upcoming JRPG Ys X: Nordics. The trailer focuses on providing a sample of the soundtrack, and if you know Nihon Falcom, you probably know that it…

June 27, 2023 | 11:51 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Conquers the Top of UK Boxed Sales Charts

Today the UK-based statistics firm GfK published its weekly sales charts for boxed games in the country, and inevitably, Final Fantasy XVI has conquered the peak.  The charts for the week that ended…

June 25, 2023 | 07:41 EDT

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Atelier Ryza Gets Fun Collaboration With Japanese Sea Amusement Park

If you're a fan of the Atelier Ryza series and you happen to be in Japan over the next few weeks, the port city of Yokohama may be a good place to visit.  Starting yesterday and until July 12, the…

June 25, 2023 | 06:11 EDT

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Square Enix & Sports Stars Welcome You to Final Fantasy XVI With New Trailers

While Final Fantasy XVI is now available, Square Enix isn't done promoting the game, and today they released two new trailers.  The first trailer comes from the western arm of the company and…

June 23, 2023 | 12:43 EDT

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New CEO Identifies Problem with Square Enix's Games; Aims to Shorten Launch Cycle for Major Titles

Square Enix published the transcript of the latest financial conference call for investors and analysts, citing new CEO Takashi Kiryu as he provided interesting insight about his plans.  According…

June 22, 2023 | 06:26 EDT

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Possible Final Fantasy XVI x XIV Collaboration Teased by Naoki Yoshida "Once Things Settle Down"

With Final Fantasy XVI and Final Fantasy XIV sharing the same producer and many developers, it's certainly not farfetched to expect a crossover between the two at some point. Today FFXVI producer…

June 22, 2023 | 11:42 EDT

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Crymachina Release Date And More Revealed In New Trailer

Furyu and NIS America have revealed the Crymachina release date. The action-RPG, which takes place in a future without humans, will launch on October 27th, and a brand new story trailer also expands…

June 22, 2023 | 09:38 EDT

Ys X: Nordics
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Ys X: Nordics Reveals New Characters & Progression Mechanics With New Screenshots

Today Nihon Falcom released new screenshots and details of its upcoming JRPG Ys X: Nordics. First of all, we get to meet five new characters. Phylleia is one of the two commanders of the Balta fleet…

June 22, 2023 | 02:49 EDT

An old man standing beside two monsters in Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince
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Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Unveiled For December

Square Enix and Nintendo have announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, a new game in the Dragon Quest Monsters sub-series of monster-rearing RPGs. The game is due to land on December 1st…

June 21, 2023 | 11:10 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Reveals Clive's Sword Exhibition as Pre-Load is Finally Available on PS5

Today Square Enix revealed another initiative to promote the imminent launch of Final Fantasy XVI, while the pre-load of the game is now available. We learn that a real version of Clive's "Invictus…

June 20, 2023 | 11:44 EDT

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Metaphor ReFantazio Devs Reveal Plenty More Details; PS5, PS4, & Steam Release Officially Announced

Today Atlus hosted an extensive livestream about its upcoming fantasy game Metaphor ReFantazio First and foremost, we got the official confirmation that Metaphor ReFantazio, which was originally…

June 20, 2023 | 09:56 EDT

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Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster for Nintendo Switch Gets Release Date

Today Bandai Namco announced the release date of its upcoming JRPG bundle Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster. While for now it's confirmed only for Japan, the game is coming exclusively for…

June 19, 2023 | 09:38 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Will Debut Haute Couture Fashion Collection at Paris Fashion Week

It's Final Fantasy XVI's release week, and Square Enix's promotional machine is getting into gear to conquer stages around the world, including the prestigious Paris Fashion Week.  Today Square Enix…

June 19, 2023 | 01:33 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Delights Crowds With Spectacular Ifrit vs Titan Battle on Massive 3D Screen in Tokyo

The final promotional sprint for Final Fantasy XVI is in full swing in Japan, and today a spectacular ad debuted in a famous location in Tokyo. Square Enix has started displaying the ad on the Cross…

June 19, 2023 | 11:54 EDT

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Persona 3 Reload TV Commercial Shows More Gameplay in Action

Following the recent reveal, Atlus has released a new TV commercial for its upcoming JRPG Persona 3 Reload.  The commercial, which has been airing on Japanese TV, provides another look at the game,…

June 18, 2023 | 11:19 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Reveals Gorgeous Eikon Battle Artwork Displayed at Stations in Japan

The launch week of Final Fantasy XVI has officially begun in Japan, and Square Enix has revealed beautiful artwork portraying battles among Eikons.  The artwork, which has been shared via press…

June 18, 2023 | 06:58 EDT

Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout
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Atelier Ryza Anime Trailer Brings Back Fond Memories Ahead of Debut

If you're getting ready to enjoy the upcoming anime series dedicated to Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout, Aniplex revealed a new trailer. This time around, we get to see pretty…

June 18, 2023 | 06:11 EDT

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Tokyo Revengers Game for PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, PC, & Mobile Announced

Today JVCKenwood Victor Entertainment announced that it will release a new 3D action RPG game based on the popular anime Tokyo Revengers.  While the game will be free to play with optional…

June 18, 2023 | 11:42 EDT

Final Fantasy XVI Clive
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Final Fantasy XVI Release Times for All Regions Revealed

Today Square Enix shared the release times of its upcoming mainline Final Fantasy game Final Fantasy XVI.  This time around, it's pretty simple and we won't need to read any fancy map to know when…

June 17, 2023 | 01:53 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Producer Explains Why It Isn’t on PC Yet; Promises More Info When the Time Is Right

While Final Fantasy XVI will release on PS5 next week, many fans on PC are likely disappointed that they won't get the game at the same time.  During an extensive livestream hosted today by Square…

June 17, 2023 | 01:06 EDT

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Final Fantasy XVI Will Actually Have a Day-One Patch; Devs Promise Performance Improvements & More

Today Square Enix hosted an extensive livestream dedicated to its upcoming mainline Final Fantasy game Final Fantasy XVI, and shared plenty of information and details. First of all, we learned that…

June 17, 2023 | 11:22 EDT

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Square Enix Asks Fans Not To Share Final Fantasy XVI Leaks & Will Take Action Against Them

Today Square Enis posted a message for Final Fantasy XVI fans on its social media channels, warning against possible leaks and spoilers. Apparently, some physical copies are already out in the wild…

June 16, 2023 | 09:24 EDT

Ys X: Nordics
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Ys X: Nordics Gets First Trailer in English; Unfortunately, it's Not What You May Hope

Today Clouded Leopard Entertainment released the first trailer of Nihon Falcom's JRPG Ys X: Nordics with English subtitles.  Unfortunately, it isn't what some may infer from the release of an…

June 16, 2023 | 12:34 EDT

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Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth & Gaiden Reveal New Footage Showing Deep Conversations & Action Combat

Today Sega aired its RGG Summit 2023, providing news about upcoming Like a Dragon games. If you're wondering, the name of the event is an acronym for Ryu ga Gotoku, the Japanese title of the series…

June 16, 2023 | 12:07 EDT

Final Fantasy XVI Clive
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Final Fantasy XVI's Superb Theme Song Trailer Hits You Deep in The Feels

Square Enix just released another trailer of its upcoming mainline Final Fantasy game Final Fantasy XVI, and it's a special one.  It focuses on the beautiful theme song "Moongazing." by popular…

June 15, 2023 | 07:22 EDT

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Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Developer Explains Title Difference Between the West & Japan

The newest mainline installment of the popular Like a Dragon series (formerly known as "Yakuza" in the West) will be titled Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth in North America and Europe, while in Japan…

June 15, 2023 | 02:29 EDT

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Gorgeous Final Fantasy XVI Trailer Highlights PS5 Features

Sony Interactive Entertainment just released a new trailer of Final Fantasy XVI focusing on its features tied with PlayStation 5. While the footage is pretty generic (albeit gorgeous), we get to…

June 15, 2023 | 12:18 EDT