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Aspyr & Crystal Dynamics Reveal Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration for Nintendo Switch 2, Available Now

Lara Croft returns in a cinematic adventure featuring all DLC, made for players who enjoy gripping exploration, storytelling and action at home and on the go!

AUSTIN, Texas June 9, 2026 –As part of today’s Nintendo Direct, Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics are excited to reveal that Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration is available now on Nintendo Switch 2 for $29.99, with a 10% launch discount* through June 22, 2026, and a 20% loyalty discount* for Nintendo Switch owners of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft, or Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered! Embark on a treacherous journey through Siberia to the lost city of Kitezh as Lara races against her enemies to uncover an ancient mystery of unbelievable power, complete with all DLC and bonus content.

Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration is a viscerally intense experience that puts all of Lara’s combat and survival skills to the test, perfect for those who love engaging storytelling, heart-pounding action, customizable loadouts and treacherous environments.

Key Game Features

  • An Exhilarating Story: Outwit the insidious secret society Trinity and their paramilitary operatives as you race to uncover the Divine Source, hidden deep in the Siberian wilderness and said to harness the power of immortality.
  • Challenging Puzzle Tombs: Follow in the footsteps of those before you—the legendary Prophet, the ancient Remnant civilization, and Trinity—outwitting environmental puzzles and ancient traps guarding the relics within.
  • Dynamic Combat: Prove you’re worthy of the Croft legacy as you outmaneuver and overcome enemies using scavenged supplies and Lara’s versatile arsenal. Engage in combat or utilize stealth to quickly eliminate Trinity’s forces.
  • Survival Upgrades & Customization: Gather resources to craft essential gear and upgrade Lara’s skills. Discover weapon parts and ancient texts to create the specialized tools Lara needs to survive against the relentless powers that stand in her way.

The expedition continues! All DLC and exclusive content are included in this complete edition:

  • All Season Pass Content & DLCs: Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch, Cold Darkness Awakened, Blood Ties, Lara’s Nightmare, Endurance Mode, and Co-op Endurance
  • All Exclusives: 8 DLC Outfits and 7 DLC Weapons
  • All Extras: 35 Expansion Cards, Extreme Survivor Difficulty, 5 Classic Lara Skins, and Tomb Raider III Reimagined “Antarctica” Outfit

And for fans eager to dive into Lara’s very first tomb raiding expedition, Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is also on sale on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 for $14.99, a 25% discount, today through June 22.

Grab Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration,out now on Nintendo Switch 2 for $29.99, with an additional 10% launch discount* through June 22 and a 20% loyalty discount* for owners of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft, or Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered. For more information, visit https://aspyr.com.

*Discounts cannot be combined. 

About Aspyr

Aspyr is a leading video game publishing and development partner focused on maximizing the potential of games across all platforms for all players. Most recently, the company launched Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, as well as Legacy of Kain™: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered and Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, available now on all platforms. Today the company supports a growing network of partners that includes many of the industry’s leading entertainment IP holders, publishers, developers, and technology providers. Aspyr is an Embracer Group company based in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit www.aspyr.com.

About Crystal Dynamics

Crystal Dynamics is an award-winning, best-in-class game development studio headquartered just south of San Francisco in sunny San Mateo, Calif. Founded in 1992, Crystal Dynamics has grown into a world-class studio by developing iconic franchises and keeping at the forefront of the very latest in technology and graphics. Having created beloved properties such as Gex and the Legacy of Kain series, as well as driving the award-winning, massively successful Tomb Raider franchise at over 100M franchise units sold to date, Crystal Dynamics is now laying the groundwork for the next generation of innovative and technologically stunning projects. Crystal Dynamics’ website can be found at https://crystald.com.

About TOMB RAIDER

The TOMB RAIDER video game franchise includes more than 20 video games, is loved by more than 160 million people around the world according to a May 2022 survey, and has sold over 100 million copies since the first entry was released in 1996. The franchise’s popularity has exploded into a series of blockbuster films based on the original Tomb Raider game and 2013 reboot. Its protagonist Lara Croft has been a contemporary global icon for over two decades and was listed as one of TIME Magazine’s 15 Most Influential Video Game Characters of All Time. The most recent “Survivor Trilogy,” comprised of Tomb Raider (2013), Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015), and Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018), garnered more than 200 “Best of” awards and nominations, and chronicles Lara Croft’s remarkable origin story. All of this continues to make TOMB RAIDER a destination brand for adventure entertainment.

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Popular medieval survival RPG Bellwright launches today on Xbox Series and PS5 consoles

New trailer premiered during IGN Live

Los Angeles, CA – June 9, 2026 – Donkey Crew, in partnership with Snail Games USA, have today launched their popular medieval open-world survival RPG Bellwright on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. After selling over one million copies on Steam Early Access, console players will soon be able to embark for adventure across the kingdom of Karvenia!

Priced at $29.99, Bellwright is 20% off on Xbox and PS5 (for PS+ subscribers), through June 23rd. Steam users will receive a 34% discount beginning June 11th. To commemorate this launch, Donkey Crew debuted the following trailer at last weekend’s IGN LIVE, making this the second year that Snail Games has supported the event.

Bellwright is a medieval open-world survival RPG where you can establish and expand your own settlements, liberate the land, assist its villagers, and recruit others to your cause while learning more about the life you had to leave behind. Command your forces, prove your valor through combat, and cement yourself as the hero of your people.

Initially launched on Steam Early AccessBellwright saw numerous updates that PlayStation and Xbox players can enjoy at launch, including the Halmare Isles map, offering over 10 square kilometers with all new story-based quests with multiple progression lines, expanded armor and equipment, new animals and buildings, and introduces a Loyalty & Faction system. 

This console edition of Bellwright has been optimized for big screen play with dedicated gamepad support. Offering new controls, this is the most accessible Bellwright has ever been, ensuring that console players can immediately get fully immersed in the world of Karvenia.

“We’ve always wanted to bring Bellwright to the largest audience possible, and now PlayStation and Xbox players will be able to play the full game with over two years of major content updates,” said Creative Director and Project Lead Florian Hoffreither.

About Donkey Crew
Donkey Crew is an independent studio made up of talented, experienced developers from every corner of the world. Starting as a small team of passionate gamers working together within a large Mount & Blade modding community, the group grew into a professional company developing indie titles. Based in Wroclaw, Poland, Donkey Crew continues their journey as an indie developer while growing and expanding. www.donkey.team/

About Snail Games USA
Snail Games is a leading global developer and publisher, known for delivering innovative, immersive gaming experiences across a range of genres and platforms. With a legacy of technological innovation and a focus on community engagement, Snail Games is shaping the future of interactive entertainment. snail.com

Capcom Hits the Jackpot with Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Devil May Cry 5 Reveals at Nintendo Direct

London (June 9, 2026) – During today’s Nintendo Direct, Capcom revealed Dragon’s Dogma™ 2: Dark Arisen. The long-awaited Dark Arisen Expansion for Dragon’s Dogma™ 2 will release for PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on October 9, 2026. Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, containing both Dragon’s Dogma 2 and the Dark Arisen Expansion content, will also arrive for the first time on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 on the same date.

The company also announced the highly anticipated Onimusha™: Way of the Sword is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and launches day-and-date with other platforms on September 25, 2026. Finally, Devil May Cry™ 5 Devil Hunter Edition, the stylish Nintendo Switch 2 version of the critically acclaimed action game, was unveiled and will be available on June 23, 2026.

Your Unwritten Epic Begins in Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen

Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen enriches the dynamic fantasy world and expansive adventures of Dragon’s Dogma 2 with unforgettable new tales and thrilling encounters, while bringing the pulse-pounding action game to Nintendo Switch 2 for the first time. Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen releases for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on October 9, 2026. The Dark Arisen Expansion will also be available separately as DLC for the base game on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

The Dark Arisen Expansion summons the Arisen to the long-abandoned Northern region of Norgan, where they must join forces with the enigmatic Eir to unravel the secrets of the undying Fallen Dragon. Throughout their journey, the Arisen must unearth and appraise forgotten relics to unlock powerful new weapons and skills. The expansion also introduces 12 Lost Rites Dungeon Challenges. These freshly uncovered dungeons house trials designed by the Pathfinder to sharpen the Arisen’s skills and recover rare equipment once held by past Arisen that now lay dormant. Arisen looking to tailor their appearance will also gain access to new options added to the robust Character Creator, including new hairstyles and tattoos.

In the lead up to the Dark Arisen Expansion, there will be two major updates to enhance the gameplay experience of the base game. The June 9 update makes fast travel more accessible with the addition of the reusable Eternal Ferrystone alongside other quality-of-life adjustments for various parts of gameplay. The second update coming at the end of August brings improved frame rates, additional save slots, and further refinements to the quality-of-life adjustments made in June.

Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen announce trailer can be found be viewed below.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Comes to Nintendo Switch 2

Onimusha: Way of the Sword, an all-new entry in the Japanese swordplay action game series, launches for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 25, releasing simultaneously with PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game is available for pre-order today via the Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Steam, the Epic Games Store, and Windows Store.

Players can also get even closer to the action with exclusive motion controls on Nintendo Switch 2. This input option wields the Joy-Con 2 controllers, offering an intuitive way to enjoy the title’s exhilarating sword combat and perform other in-game actions, such as aiming with the bow.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is the first brand-new entry in the Onimusha franchise in 20 years. The dark fantasy adventure follows the story of Miyamoto Musashi, a young samurai whose legend is etched in Japanese history, as he battles monstrous Genma invading Edo-period Kyoto. Armed with the mystical Oni Gauntlet, players will wield power beyond human limits to take down creatures from the underworld in absorbing combat that matches depth with intensity.

Watch the Onimusha: Way of the Sword Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer here on YouTube.

Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition Coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 in Style

The award-winning Devil May Cry™ 5 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in the feature-packed Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition with pre-orders available now! Play as Nero, Dante, V, or Vergil in high-octane battles as they carve a path through hellish opponents using unique fighting styles, weapons, and stylish moves. Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition comes packed with the Vergil playable character DLC in addition to robust bonus content including costume colours, taunts, and battle tracks that you can enjoy anytime, anywhere in a smooth 60 frames-per-second across both TV and handheld modes.

The digital version of Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition will be available on June 23, 2026. Players who are motivated to pre-order or acquire the digital version of Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition by July 7, 2026 will be eligible for a discount. The physical version will be available for pre-order and/or purchase at select retailers and will be available on August 28, 2026. *Please check your local retailer for availability.

ABOUT CAPCOM
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld, and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™, and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan.

UNEARTH THE MYSTERIES OF ATELIER YUMIA: THE ALCHEMIST OF MEMORIES & THE ENVISIONED LAND, NOW AVAILABLE FOR NINTENDO SWITCH 2

The latest instalment in the Atelier series has also been revealed!

Hertfordshire, 9th June 2026 – Today, KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Gust surprised fans by teasing an all-new Atelier title, Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, scheduled for release in early 2027, alongside the announcement of Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land on Nintendo Switch™ 2. To celebrate, the game and the Nintendo Switch™ 2 upgrade are available to purchase at 43% off on the Nintendo eShop until 20th June 2026.

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land Nintendo Switch 2 edition trailer

Initially released in 2025, Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land follows alchemist Yumia Liessfeldt and her companions as they journey across the ruined continent of Aladiss, seeking the truth behind its destruction and the fall of Aladissian Empire. The Nintendo Switch™ 2 edition introduces additional features to expand player’s adventure such as the support of Nintendo Switch™ 2’s GameShare feature, allowing two players to explore the land of Aladdiss together, as well as enhanced graphics and improved framerates.

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land saw a departure from the traditional Atelier formula, introducing an exciting open-world adventure and a brand-new real-time combat experience. Once a land that thrived with alchemy, Aladiss’ history and alchemical past has now been lost, and alchemy has become taboo. To unearth its mysteries, Yumia travels across the vast land collecting materials and items, which can be used for synthesis and crafting during her quest. From these, players will be able to create new items to use in both exploration and combat, which can be done without returning to their base through the “Simple Synthesis” feature. Additionally, as a first for the series, fans will be able to build and decorate their own base with the “Building” feature.

Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories teaser trailer

Fans were also teased with the announcement of a new title in the Atelier series, Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, scheduled to release early 2027 for Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, Windows PC via Steam®, XBOX Series X|S and XBOX One. More information will be revealed on 12th June 2026.

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is now available digitally on Nintendo Switch™ 2.

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is already available on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, and Windows PC via Steam®. The game features Japanese voices with English, French, German and Spanish texts.

ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warrior’s series, the fan-favourite NINJA GAIDEN and fighting entertainment title DEAD OR ALIVE. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of Gust, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com 

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Y2K-Inspired Cyberpunk Shooter SPRAWL zero Demo Out Now on Steam

Leamington Spa, UK – June 09, 2026: UK publisher Kwalee and independent studio Maeth are pleased to announce a new demo for SPRAWL ZERO. Players can get a taste of this retro Y2K cyberpunk shooter for the first time by downloading the demo on Steam. The demo includes the first two levels of the game, with the Gravity Shield unlocked early in the second level, giving players access to enhanced movement and combat options from the outset.

In SPRAWL Zero, players take on the role of FIVE, a cybernetically enhanced supersoldier. As the city plunges into chaos, they must take down a radical techno-religious group. Players can choose multiple paths and alternate approaches, wielding a massive arsenal of weapons and FIVE’s cybernetics as tools of destruction.

About SPRAWL zero

A Y2K FPS Built on Classic Console DNA

SPRAWL Zero is a first-person shooter inspired by 2000s console FPS games. Both the aesthetics and design sensibility call back to the Golden Age where the genre evolved from shooting in corridors to building worlds.

A City on the Brink

You play as FIVE, a cybernetically enhanced supersoldier controlled by the Junta. Your directive is to eliminate SILAS, leader of the radical techno-religious group IMAGO-DEI. The city will plunge into chaos as all factions known and unknown grasp for the reins. Reconcile your truths or succumb to the SPRAWL.

Fight Smart, Not Just Fast

Combat in SPRAWL Zero is fast-paced but grounded. Enemy squads will communicate and coordinate to wrestle the advantage. Flanks, covering fire, and grenades will flush you out, creating dynamic firefights inspired by classics like F.E.A.R. and Halo.

In your hands, FIVE must outsmart and outmaneuver the opposition using any advantage possible. Catch their bullets and throw them right back with the Gravity Shield, or bend your shots midair with Bullet-Time for inhuman precision. A massive arsenal of weapons and FIVE’s cybernetics are your tools of destruction.

Gravity-Based Combat Systems

Gravity Gloves, Gravity Shield, and Rushdown expand combat beyond gunplay, enabling aggressive pushes, defensive play, and physics-driven encounters. No problem has just one solution.

Designed for Player Choice

Handcrafted levels feature multiple paths, verticality, and alternate approaches, rewarding experimentation and replayability. Push aggressively, play tactically from cover, or dominate encounters through physics-based combat. Player agency was a fundamental pillar of Y2K design and SPRAWL Zero accommodates players to find their own niche.

Key Features

  • Truly dynamic FPS combat inspired by classic console shooters
  • Smart, coordinated enemy AI that flanks, communicates, and adapts
  • Physics interactions with gravity-based combat systems that expand play beyond gunfire
  • Player expression to find your own path to victory
  • Stylish Bullet-Time to never miss a shot
  • Gravity Shield to catch and return enemy gunfire
  • Rushdown enemies with invulnerability and destructive force
  • Wide arsenal of over 40 weapons with distinct roles and mastery paths
  • Diverse roster of enemies, with multiple factions spread across grounded and airborne, organic and mechanical.
  • Masterfully crafted levels with multiple routes and verticality
  • Gritty, grounded cyberpunk world and tone
  • Authentic Y2K aesthetics and graphics, paying homage to the golden era
  • Industry-leading sound design
  • Original soundtrack of intense music hearkening back to the early 2000s

About Kwalee

Kwalee is a multi-award-winning games publisher and developer based in Leamington Spa, UK. The company has built a growing catalogue of PC and console titles, including Wildmender, ROBOBEAT, Voidwrought, In Sink, Hordes of Hunger, The Precinct, Town to City, Don’t Stop Girlypop!, Grime II and Modulus: Factory Automation alongside upcoming releases such as Hark the Ghoul, Call of the Elder Gods,, Ground Zero, Retro Space, Lost Hellden, BPM Bitcrushed, Shift at Midnight, Welcome to Elderfield, Lily’s World XD, Rune Dice, Steam to Electric, Vampire: The Masquerade — ETERNAL WHISPERS and more. 

Founded by games industry icon and Codemasters co-founder David Darling CBE, Kwalee is supported by a global team of games experts, with studios in the UK, India, and remote locations worldwide. The company is actively seeking high-quality games to publish across all platforms and welcomes developers to get in touch.

Officially recognised as ‘Best Publisher’ at the TIGA Awards 2022, Kwalee is also a committed industry advocate—serving as an ambassador for the non-profit organisation Women in Games and regularly supporting charities such as Safe In Our World, GamesAid, and SpecialEffect.

About Maeth

MAETH is a new kind of game development studio,run by creatives, for creatives. They build games differently, with a cooperative studio culture where everyone has a voice. Made up of industry veterans alongside newcomers, MAETH exists to help shape the kind of games industry they want to be part of, one that embraces new faces and takes care of their own.

Focus Entertainment & Saber Interactive Announce Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 & SnowRunner for Nintendo Switch 2 at Nintendo Direct

SnowRunner makes the trek to Switch 2 today with a free upgrade for digital owners while the acclaimed Space Marine 2 debuts this holiday season!

PARIS June 9, 2026 –In today’s Nintendo Direct, Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive revealed that their multimillion best-sellers Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and SnowRunner are joining the Nintendo Switch 2 catalogue! Embody the superhuman skill and brutality of Space Marines when Space Marine 2 arrives this holiday season, and conquer the wilderness right now with the Nintendo Switch 2 release of SnowRunner!

Heed the call of war on Nintendo Switch 2 this holiday season

Enjoy intense, gory, fast-paced third-person action with hundreds of enemies on screen when Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 releases on Nintendo Switch 2 this holiday season. Fight the enemies of Mankind as Lieutenant Demetrian Titus in solo or three-player co-op in this sequel to 2011’s Space Marine, or jump in endlessly brutal and replayable PvE and PvP modes as your own Space Marine!

Customize the perks, weapons, and appearance of seven playable classes and join more than 12 million players to enjoy over two years of post-launch support, featuring new missions, game modes, and challenges to complete. For the Emperor!

Conquer the wilderness today on Nintendo Switch 2

Join 20 million players and conquer extreme open environments with the most advanced terrain simulation ever in SnowRunner, now available on Nintendo Switch 2, with a free upgrade for all owners of SnowRunner’s digital version on the original Nintendo Switch! Overcome mud, torrential waters, snow, and frozen lakes across over 50 maps with more than 100 trucks thanks to six years of Season Pass updates and new content. Play solo or join up to three of your friends in four-player co-op sessions.

Crossplay with all currently supported platforms (Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation, Xbox) will arrive in a few weeks when Season 18 releases on Nintendo Switch 2.

Join the eternal war of the 41st millenium with Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, releasing later this year on Nintendo Switch 2, and conquer the wilderness with today’s release of SnowRunner on Switch 2!

Acclaimed Metroidvania Constance Announced For Nintendo Switch 2

Play as a paintbrush-wielding artist in stunning 2D hand-drawn adventure with flow-state gameplay

Cologne/Berlin, Germany – June 9th, 2026 – Blue Backpack and co-publishing partners ByteRockers’ Games and PARCO GAMES are pleased to announce that their critically acclaimed 2D hand-drawn metroidvania, Constance, is coming to Nintendo Switch 2. Players that own the game on Nintendo Switch will receive an upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 version for free.

The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Constance will feature an improved performance mode running up to 120 FPS, an improved quality mode running at 1440p resolution, new and improved audio and integrated achievements.

Constance has been hailed as among the best in the genre and won comparisons to the likes of Hollow Knight and Celeste. You can transform into paint to dive into the ground and walls, slice through the air and enemies, and utilize an array of unique brush techniques to experience a constant state of flow. Become stronger by unlocking new brush techniques, defeating threatening foes, overcoming platforming challenges, and solving complex puzzles to advance your progress as you uncover Constance’s past! Help her understand her personal struggles, unlock her creativity, and find her inner purpose. 

Explore 6 unique biomes in Constance’s inner-world, with each region featuring its unique set of enemies and characters representing different aspects of her psyche and personal history. Uncover countless secrets, multiple paths, deadly boss battles, characters, side quests and collectibles in this nonlinear interconnected inner-world.

About Blue Backpack
Blue Backpack is an independent developer and publisher for narrative driven games. Based in Berlin and Cologne, Blue Backpack is currently working on two games: Constance and The Berlin Apartment.

About ByteRockers’ Games
Berlin-based development studio and publisher of indie games that loves to rock n’ roll. Currently working on the code-based bullet hell Net.Attack() and a space-themed mining simulator named Exovia, the company has a long track record of releasing quality games since 2018. As publishing partner and proud resident of the German games capital, supporting small teams with fresh ideas has become the signature of ByteRockers’ Games, who make a point to show face at local events of all sizes and even take on the role as industry advocate with the politicians and media in town.

About PARCO GAMES 
PARCO Co., Ltd. has launched a new business venture to apply its unique discernment and creativity cultivated in the fields of fashion, entertainment, and art to the gaming industry. The company has made a full-scale entry into the game publishing business and established a new label, “PARCO GAMES.” ‘PARCO GAMES’ serves as the umbrella brand for PARCO’s game-related businesses, incorporating the newly added publishing division. Through events, collaborations, and in-store promotions at PARCO retail locations, the company aims to comprehensively and globally advance its game business.

Website: https://en.games.parco.jp/
Website The Berlin Apartment:  https://en.games.parco.jp/page/theberlinapartment/
Website Constance: https://en.games.parco.jp/page/constance/

RuneScape: Dragonwilds Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 This September

Announced During Today’s Nintendo Direct, Players Will Be Able to Embark Upon Their Quest Across the Far Reaches of Ashenfall at Home or On the Go for the First Time  

Tuesday, 9th June 2026, Cambridge, UK – Jagex: The RuneScape Company, announced during today’s Nintendo Direct showcase that their survival-crafting co-op game, RuneScape: Dragonwilds, will launch on Nintendo SwitchTM  2 on 15th September, 2026.

The game, which has sold over a million copies during its current Steam Early Access period, welcomes Nintendo players into the world of RuneScape for the very first time.  Alone or in teams of up to four, players will explore the untamed, and fractured land marred by wild magic and terrifying dragons, build shelters, craft weapons, and carve their way through epic questlines and unforgettable encounters.  

Watch the RuneScape: Dragonwilds Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Trailer during Nintendo Direct

RuneScape: Dragonwilds was built around player freedom allowing them to explore, grind skills, craft, and create unforgettable adventures together,” said Jesse America, Executive Producer of RuneScape: Dragonwilds. “Nintendo Switch 2 gives players a whole new way to experience the continent of Ashenfall, whether they’re jumping into co-op sessions with friends or continuing their journey on the move. We’re excited to bring the full Dragonwilds experience to Nintendo players this September.”

RuneScape: Dragonwilds is an open-world crafting and survival game that sends solo players or teams of up-to-four across Ashenfall, a previously unexplored continent in Gielinor, to uncover the source of a wild, transformative magic spreading across the fractured land. Harnessing the anima-rich landscape, players can wield powerful spells in combat and use magic to gather resources, craft gear and shelters, and aid their journey. Facing fierce dragons at every turn, players must level up skills, brew potions, and forge equipment as they battle their way toward the Dragon Queen herself.

Key Features:

  • RuneScape at its core!: Embark on quests, level skills while exploring a beautiful, hand-crafted world. This all-new adventure blends high-fantasy and iconic RuneScape lore on an undiscovered continent. Battle legendary RuneScape creatures like Zogres, challenge Black Knights and the entirely new and fearsome Garou, all set to a sweeping soundtrack of reorchestrated RuneScape classics and hours of brand-new music.
  • Grind Skills, Slay Dragons: Locate them, throw down the gauntlet, and carve a path to the Dragon Queen herself. Follow the trail of destruction and uncover the mysteries of the continent to learn not just how to confront the dragons, but how to overcome them. 
  • Survival Through Sorcery: Summon a spectral axe to fell trees in an instant! Blink away from danger in a cloud of magic. Turn bones into… peaches? The Anima-rich landscape of Ashenfall offers a power unlike any other. Conjure a tornado of fish from a lake! Explode ore veins with a snap of your fingers! Journey through the vibrant regions of Ashenfall, discover why wild magic spills from the fractured lands and harness that power to survive!
  • Community Driven, Player Centric: Like all RuneScape games, community is at the heart of RuneScape: Dragonwilds. Whether players are adventuring with friends or going it alone, every opinion matters, and it’s up to the community to help shape the future of our game.

RuneScape: Dragonwilds is currently available on Steam Early Access, and will launch its 1.0 version for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on 15th September, 2026, alongside its release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5 (and on PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers for subscribers), and Xbox Series consoles.

For more information about RuneScape: Dragonwilds, visit the official website.

About Jagex

Headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, Jagex: The RuneScape Company, is a leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower communities across PC and mobile. Our MMORPG franchise, RuneScape, is played around the world and has welcomed over 300 million player accounts.

As RuneScape enters its 25th year in 2026, we are accelerating our strategy to expand RuneScape into a broader ecosystem of forever games and connected experiences, grounded in a renewed commitment to integrity and fair play. This includes the reduction of monetisation mechanics, as well as the launch of RuneScape: Dragonwilds into Steam Early Access in 2025, representing a major step in building a multi-genre future for the RuneScape universe. Jagex: The RuneScape Company remains focused on building enduring worlds, empowering player-led innovation, and laying the foundations for the boldest era in RuneScape’s history.

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JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON Showcased at Nintendo Direct — Vampire Survivors Creator Poncle Launches New “Survivors Royale” Genre

TOKYO, Japan  (2026, 9th June) — SHUEISHA GAMES Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; hereinafter “SHUEISHA GAMES”) is pleased to announce JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON, a new multiplayer game developed by Poncle — the studio behind the genre-defining indie hit Vampire Survivors — set in the world of Gege Akutami’s JUJUTSU KAISEN. In this game, players step into the roles of characters from JUJUTSU KAISEN, competing against countless Cursed Spirits and rival players. Battle Cursed Spirits, grow stronger through combat, and be the last one standing victorious. The game is expected for release in 2026 for Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam®.
 
A first-look announcement trailer and teaser visuals were unveiled during Nintendo Direct, offering audiences their first glimpse of the game’s frenetic high-tension action — waves of Cursed Spirits falling as iconic Jujutsu Kaisen characters tear through the chaos. The footage also debuted Poncle’s signature pixel art style applied to the series’ beloved cast, translating each character’s look and personality into vivid, expressive pixel form with the distinctive visual sensibility the studio has become known for.

Survive, Exorcise, Change the game

Step into the roles of characters from JUJUTSU KAISEN and compete against countless Cursed Spirits and rivals in this survivors royale. Battle Cursed Spirits, grow stronger through combat, outlast your rivals and be the last one standing victorious.

Supports up to 8 players online. Single player mode included

Earn Points and Overwhelm Your Rivals!

Cut through waves of cursed spirits, rack up points, and keep pace with your rivals as the match grows more intense. Your attacks trigger automatically, so the focus is on movement, positioning, and choosing the right moment to strike back with rule-changing effects. 

At 100 points, activate a “Rule Addition” to disrupt your opponents, steal momentum, and climb the rankings.

In the end, the top 2 players face off in a 1v1 duel, where only one will emerge victorious.

A roster of 20+ characters from JUJUTSU KAISEN!

Play as 20+ characters from the world of JUJUTSU KAISEN, each with their own skills and playstyle. 
 
Unlock new fighters by meeting specific conditions, experiment with different strengths, and find the character that fits your approach. 
 
Powerful BOSSES can also appear mid-battle, turning the match into an even more chaotic clash of Jujutsu Sorcerers, Curse Users, and Cursed Spirits.

Fill your gauge through battle, then unleash a powerful special move at the perfect moment.
Activate techniques iconic to JUJUTSU KAISEN — from Domain Expansion to Black Flash and beyond. These powerful moves can turn the tide of a match in an instant. Most special moves can also affect nearby rivals — and while a special move is active, any player caught in range can be directly targeted for attacks. Wait for your perfect window and unleash everything upon your foes.

Every Choice is Yours. Skills That Change with Every Run.

Collect EXP from defeated cursed spirits and level up throughout the match. 
 
Each level gives you new skill options to shape your build on the fly: strengthen what you already have, add new abilities, and discover powerful synergies that can carry you to victory.

About the Creators
Developed in partnership between Luca Galante of Poncle — the creator of Vampire Survivors — and Shueisha Games, this title represents Poncle’s latest work, set in the world of JUJUTSU KAISEN and forging an entirely new genre.

About JUJUTSU KAISEN
Created by Gege Akutami, JUJUTSU KAISEN was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from Issue 14 of 2018 (March 5, 2018) through Issue 44 of 2024 (September 30, 2024), spanning 30 volumes. Curses. Sinister forces born from negative human emotions, such as hardship, regret, and shame, are driving people toward death. When the seal on a powerful “Cursed Object” is broken, high school student Yuji Itadori steps into a world of battles surrounding curses…! A groundbreaking new frontier in dark fantasy, opened by a singular talent!
 
The manga spans 30 volumes, with Volume 0 also available as JUJUTSU KAISEN 0: Tokyo Metropolitan Curse Technical School. The series has surpassed 150 million copies in circulation (including digital editions) Worldwide.  Season 1 of the TV anime aired from October 2020 to March 2021. Released in December 2021, JUJUTSU KAISEN 0: The Movie became a major hit, grossing 26.5 billion yen worldwide and becoming a cultural phenomenon.  Season 2 of the TV anime, which aired from July to December 2023, was also widely acclaimed for its exceptional quality. In May 2025, JUJUTSU KAISEN: Hidden Inventory / Premature Death was released theatrically as a compilation film. That October saw a theatrical re-release of JUJUTSU KAISEN 0, followed in November by the theatrical release of JUJUTSU KAISEN: Execution. Season 3 of the TV anime, JUJUTSU KAISEN: Culling Game Part 1, aired from January to late March 2026.
JUJUTSU KAISEN Official X: @jujutsu_PR
JUJUTSU KAISEN Anime Official Website: https://jujutsukaisen.jp/ 

About Poncle
Poncle is the studio behind Vampire Survivors, founded by Luca Galante. What started as a solo project by Luca Galante during the pandemic has since grown into a wider international team making games built around strong mechanics, fair pricing, replayability, and a general reluctance to waste the player’s time.

After the unexpected success of Vampire Survivors, Poncle has continued to grow while sticking to the same basic idea: make games that are accessible, generous, and capable of escalating into complete nonsense when handled correctly.

Alongside its own projects, Poncle also works with and supports other developers who share a similar view of games: respect the player, keep the price fair, and make something worth coming back to. 


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Pikuniku 2 brings the whimsy to PC and Nintendo Switch 2 next year in an all-new three-dimensional sequel to the hit adventure game

Devolver Digital is red-faced with delight to announce that Arnaud and Remi, creators of the original Pikuniku, are back with a 3D sequel: Pikuniku 2! The game will be released on PC and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027.

Piku and his friends pack a picnic and set off once more to whimsically wander through the wonderfully weird. Our story begins with an escaped sandwich and a boat wreck, and only gets odder from there. With the friends scattered across the archipelago, Piku sets off to find them and ultimately return home.

But as with all great adventures, it’s the journey that counts rather than the destination. Along the way Piku will meet many odd folk, each with a story to tell. Their tall tales include whisperings of giant fruit, malevolent robot frogs, and an all-powerful potato.

Deep State Conspiracies
To the casual observer, Piku’s world brims with delight, but the vivid exterior hides a sinister plot to squeeze the people for every drop of profit. Join the resistance!

Playful Puzzles
Use all of Piku’s surprising abilities to solve increasingly weird puzzles along the way. The challenge is never greater than the fun you’ll have solving them.

Strange Encounters
No one seems to quite know what they’re doing, least of all Piku. The sense of gentle bafflement permeates every encounter, but piecing them together brings ultimate understanding.

Eye-melting environments
Primary colors hold no fear for Piku. This is a vibrant world of bold contrasts, brazenly rendered in full 3D, multiplying the possibilities for navigation, exploration, and puzzle-ation.

Pikuniku 2 is coming to PC and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027.