Zoids Liger Zero Falcon Joins Realize Model Line Liger Zero Falcon (ZBF) is now up for pre-order on Amazon as a Realize Model kit, with both the Liger Zero and Jet Falcon as completely new moldings. 8,558 yen, out March 27, 2027.

V-Plane 7th Edition Sets Summer Festival Theme, Posters to Hit 40 Post Offices V-Plane 7th Edition is themed 'Summer Festival,' and the main posters go up at 40 post offices across 21 prefectures from Aug 18. The event itself is Aug 29 in Tokyo. Tickets are on sale now.

Shroud of Gloom Demo Updated With Japanese Support and New Trailer Shroud of Gloom's demo update adds Japanese support, signaling a push beyond its initial English audience. The game's randomized puzzles and atmosphere-first design may be its main draw in a crowded horror genre.

gelato pique and Dragon Quest Tease New SPECIAL COLLECTION gelato pique teases a new Dragon Quest SPECIAL COLLECTION with a slime-filled video. Details drop July 28 at noon JST. The 2025 line had loungewear and nap cushions, so expect more bedtime gear.

Cyberpunk Village ADV Inshu Village 2200 Launches on Steam Inshu Village 2200 sends a network-connected employee into a village cut off from the network. The setting inverts cyberpunk's usual urban focus, making the isolated traditional village the site of horror.

Marvel's Wolverine Panel Reveals Jean Grey, Team X, and Japan Setting Marvel's Wolverine panel at SDCC 2026: Jean Grey joins, Team X forms, and the fight reaches Japan. Prequel comic and MARVEL Tōkon crossover confirmed. Out September 15 on PS5.

Persona 5: The Phantom X Fan Event Crowns Kitazato Kiyoshi Top Character Persona 5: The Phantom X's first offline fan event doubled as a popularity contest, and the winner, Kitazato Kiyoshi, now gets an ASMR production. The vote result shapes the game's content roadmap.

Jigoku Korin Voice Drama Episode 1 Releases With Three Cast Members Jigoku Korin voice drama Episode 1 is out, featuring Chinoike (Chiharu Sawashiro), Umi (Reiya Takahashi), and Tatsumaki (Showtaro Morikubo). The Beppu tourism and keirin IP also launched the JIGOKU TALK social series.

Detective Conan vs. Kid the Phantom Thief Special Edition Airs on BS12 BS12 airs the Detective Conan vs. Kid the Phantom Thief TV special tonight at 7 PM, with new footage tracing Kid's origin and his first showdown with Conan.

Blue Archive VR Event Returns for Four Days Starting October 30 Blue Archive's VR event returns with a lottery for tickets, a system that shifts the barrier from money to luck. The four-day run at TOC Ariake suggests demand that a general sale could not handle.

Blue Archive VR Event Returns for Four Days Starting October 30 Blue Archive's VR event returns with a lottery for tickets, a system that shifts the barrier from money to luck. The four-day run at TOC Ariake suggests demand that a general sale could not handle.

Blue Archive VR Event Returns for Four Days Starting October 30 Blue Archive's VR event returns with a lottery for tickets, a system that shifts the barrier from money to luck. The four-day run at TOC Ariake suggests demand that a general sale could not handle.

FFXIV Dawntrail Evangelion Raid Ghost of Desire Adds Mahiro Maeda Mahiro Maeda joins the FFXIV x Evangelion collaboration raid Ghost of Desire, handling numerous designs. Announced at Fan Festival 2026 in Berlin.

FFXIV Patch 7.56 Adds FFVII Remake Gold Saucer and Keybound Brawler FFXIV Patch 7.56 brings the FFVII Remake Gold Saucer and Keybound Brawler, a 4-player typing game, on October 28. Barret and Tifa costumes are rewards, and Barret's gatling gun is a fashion accessory.

Furyu Brings ANOMALITH and CRYMELIGHT Demos to Six One Demo Days Furyu is bringing ANOMALITH and CRYMELIGHT demos to Six One Demo Days on Steam starting August 1. The ANOMALITH demo reflects June closed test feedback; CRYMELIGHT updates its action and UI. New trailers are on the way.

Touken Ranbu ONLINE Figures Join Rukappu Series Mikazuki Munechika and Kashuu Kiyomitsu join the Rukappu line, sitting and looking up at you. Premium Bandai adds a mini cushion bonus. Reservations open now, shipping April 2027.

NHK's New Project X Airs Pokemon GO Developer Feature Tonight NHK's New Project X airs a Pokemon GO developer feature tonight at 8:07 PM on NHK General. The game turns 10 this month. Rebroadcast July 31. Junichi Masuda promoted the episode on X.

Katamari Damacy Sound Team Details 20 Years of Suteki Songs at CEDEC 2026 Katamari Damacy sound team broke down 20 years of Suteki Songs at CEDEC 2026. The 2004 formula: in-house songwriters, famous singers, and genre mixing. Latest work has 14 artists from Maya Sakura to Etsuko Yakushimaru.

Deck-Building Birdwatching Game Feather Trace Announced for 2027 Feather Trace turns birdwatching into a deck-builder, but the real draw is the encyclopedia. Didi Long Games makes observation, not combat, the core loop, which could set it apart in a genre built on conflict.

Arena Remake Revives 1990s FMV RPG for Switch in Winter 2026 Arena Remake brings the 1990s FMV-bundled RPG to Switch in winter 2026, with Legacy and Arrange modes plus a new story tied to other Dat Japan remakes.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition Steam Pre-Orders Open Steam pre-orders are live for Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV with Power Up Kit Complete Edition. Out September 10 for 9,680 yen. Adds Military Intelligence, Merit, and Heaven's Time systems.

Weekly Shonen Jump Print Circulation Falls Below 1 Million for First Time Weekly Shonen Jump's print circulation fell to 985,000 copies, the first time below 1 million since 2008. No Japanese magazine now tops 1 million. The print market keeps shrinking, with digital at 37.6% share.

NGS ver.2 Summer Live Broadcast Airs July 24 with Fashion Show and Creative Space Tour Sega airs the NGS ver.2 summer live broadcast July 24, with Yui Hasegawa and Shu Shiotsuki playing the game, the annual fashion show, a Creative Space tour, and follow-up on the August 22 offline event.

Otterly Lost Open-World Otter Adventure Launches September 2026 Otterly Lost ships without Japanese support despite a September 2026 launch window that may shift for Japan. The demo is live, but the final date remains unannounced for local players.

NGS ver.2 Summer Live Broadcast Airs July 24 with Fashion Show and Creative Space Tour Sega airs the NGS ver.2 summer live broadcast July 24, with Yui Hasegawa and Shu Shiotsuki playing the game, the annual fashion show, a Creative Space tour, and follow-up on the August 22 offline event.

NGS ver.2 Summer Live Broadcast Airs July 24 with Fashion Show and Creative Space Tour Sega airs the NGS ver.2 summer live broadcast July 24, with Yui Hasegawa and Shu Shiotsuki playing the game, the annual fashion show, a Creative Space tour, and follow-up on the August 22 offline event.

Decorate! Hololive Sticker Battle Opens Steam Page, Launches September 3 Decorate! Hololive Sticker Battle lets you place stickers anywhere on a talent, but only designated spots boost their effect. Strategy meets sticker placement. Steam page is live, launch is September 3.

Pot's On! Release Date Set for July 31 Pot's On!, a roguelike about a wizard turned into a pot, launches July 31. Arrange items Tetris-style, trigger tag synergies, and let MSG rain for rapid spell chains.

Super Real Mahjong Venus Returns Launches on Steam August 27 Super Real Mahjong Venus Returns hits Steam on August 27. The crowdfunded sequel raised 1,690% of its goal, funding full voice acting and a grand finale. Zero-distance stripping is standard even without VR.

Gundam UC x NEW ERA Caps Arrive at STRICT-G With Anaheim and Vist Designs The Vist Foundation emblem finally gets its fashion moment: a NEW ERA 9FORTY A-Frame cap, 5,280 yen, reservations open now on Premium Bandai.