During its panel at this year’s Anime Expo in Los Angeles, CD PROJEKT RED proudly announced that they reunited with studio TRIGGER to create a new standalone anime series set in the world of Cyberpunk 2077 titled Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2.
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Today’s panel revealed the logo and poster art for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 and confirmed Kai Ikarashi as director.
Panelists included Hugo Award-winning writer Bartosz Sztybor, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners director Hiroyuki Imaishi, and voice actors Emi Lo (Lucy Kushinada) and Zach Aguilar (David Martinez) with host Joey “The Anime Man” Bizinger.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is being created by CD PROJEKT RED alongside the legendary studio TRIGGER and will be released on Netflix.
At this year’s Anime Expo, taking place between July 2–6, CD PROJEKT RED invited attendees to the livestreamed panel “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners — Behind the Scenes With its Creators” featuring story writer and producer Bartosz Sztybor and voice actors Emi Lo (Lucy Kushinada) and Zach Aguilar (David Martinez) with host Joey “The Anime Man” Bizinger and a special guest appearance by Cyberpunk: Edgerunners director Hiroyuki Imaishi.
Following a lively discussion about the critically acclaimed anime’s legacy, insights into its creation, and more behind-the-scenes tidbits, Sztybor announced the new collaboration between CD PROJEKT RED and animation studio TRIGGER to create Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2. Together with Imaishi, he shared an exclusive reveal of the anime’s official logo and its poster art.
Imaishi also took the opportunity to officially pass the torch to Kai Ikarashi (Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, SSSS.Gridman), who will make his directorial debut with Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2. Ikarashi joined the panel with a recorded video message and debuted a Director’s Voice video to share more about his motivations for the anime.
“David’s story might be over, but there’s plenty more to discover in Night City. And to again have the legendary animation studio TRIGGER along for the ride makes us at CD PROJEKT RED so excited to introduce a raw, real chronicle of redemption and revenge, something unlike what we’ve done before,” said Sztybor, showrunner, story writer, and producer on Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2. He will be joined by lead character designer Kanno Ichigo (Promare, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners) and Masahiko Otsuka (Gurren Lagann, Promare), who will be responsible for the screenplay adaptation. The panel ended with an invitation to a closed-door viewing of new teaser footage at the Peacock Theater during studio TRIGGER’s panel later in the evening.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is created in collaboration with CD PROJEKT RED and animation studio TRIGGER and is now in production with a planned release on Netflix in the future. More information about the anime can be found on the official website, its newsletter, or X, Facebook, and Instagram.
About CD PROJEKT RED
CD PROJEKT RED is a game development studio founded in 2002. It develops and publishes video games for PCs and video game consoles. The studio’s flagship titles include the futuristic RPG Cyberpunk 2077, its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty, and The Witcher series of games, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and its two expansions. In collaboration with studio TRIGGER, CD PROJEKT RED also created the award-winning Netflix anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, set in the same universe as the game. Other games developed by the studio include Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales and GWENT: The Witcher Card Game. Together with GOG.COM, a game store offering hand-picked titles for PC and Mac, CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT Group. CD PROJEKT S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).
About Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is an award-winning Netflix anime series created in collaboration between CD PROJEKT RED and the legendary animation studio TRIGGER, set in the dystopian world of Cyberpunk 2077. The original series released in 2022 tells the story of teenage protagonist David Martinez, who, in the aftermath of a personal tragedy, chooses to take control of his own life by becoming an edgerunner and entering the criminal underworld of Night City. In 2025, CD PROJEKT RED announced a new collaboration with studio TRIGGER to create Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, a new standalone anime series featuring a brand-new cast of characters and a raw, realistic story set in the most dangerous city of the dark future.
When it comes to a game being “remastered” players never quite know what to expect these days. Sometimes a remaster is simply bringing a PlayStation or even Super Nintendo game to modern platforms with some enhanced sprite work and cleaner backgrounds and a few bonus elements like speeding up combat or they could be a near complete rework of the original, remastered with the love and care deserving of a title that many may have never played when it originally released or never had a chance to.
In this case we have the 2006 PlayStation 2 game Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army that saw modest success back in the day but landed long before the franchise’s far more popular titles started putting the Shin Megami Tensei franchise as a whole on the map and trying to put its own spin on things by being an action game instead of a turn-based one. So now with Atlus bringing the game back as Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army for modern platforms, just how far have they gone with this remaster?
Story
Players take on the role of a boy in his late-teens that almost immediately abandons the player’s entered name to become Raidou Kuzunoha XIV, the latest in a long line of highly specialized Devil Summoner that work in the shadows and alongside the government to protect Tokyo and other Japanese citizens from demonic influences. Paired up with a chatty black cat named Gouto, Raidou is sent to Tokyo to continue his studies and work as a member of the Narumi Detective Agency while also taking on any missions that the Yatagarasu, the head of his organization, may assign him. One day, when the agency receives a strange request from a client to meet them at a bridge at night, the pair find a young girl pleading with them to kill her. Before Riadou or Detective Narumi are able to figure out why or even talk her out of it, strange men clad in red armor and wielding immense power appear and beat down Raidou and his demonic allies as if they were nothing, kidnapping the client named Kaya in the process.
With very little to go on, Raidou and Narumi must begin investigating the capital for clues as to where she was abducted and taken to, why she was taken in the first place, and perhaps most importantly, why did she ask to die? Along the way Raidou finds a number of new allies on the detective side of things with some unique and comedic humans joining his search while on the demonic side, Raidou’s “soulless army” is anything but as he gathers countless demons to assist him in both battle and to help further his investigation with their powers.
For those familiar with the original, Raidou Remastered sticks mostly true to the original outside of a some minor translation alterations here and there and makes for an entertaining, abeit a bit on the shorter side for an Atlus game, story. The setting that places Raidou in the fantastical realm of 1931 Japan makes for an eclectic setting where old rigid structures have started to change and new advancements are encroaching upon tradition. One of the player’s first major new allies in the story happens to be a young woman named Tae who is just that, a modern woman that acts on her own volition with more casual dress and works as a local journalist trying to understand the strange events happening around town. That being said, the story itself is mostly simple in nature with its few twists and turns being a bit too predictable and the characters and even main antagonists, with the exception of a few, being one note since character development takes a back seat here to keep the plot moving forward.
That is far from a bad thing however, as Raidou Remastered’s storyline will still likely take an average player well over thirty hours to complete and that isn’t even if they want to tackle everything available to them. Those that do though will find that while some side-quests are rather unique and some “sub-plots” that involve completing mini detective jobs with the help of Raidou’s demons’ unique abilities such as flying up to retrieve a dog stuck on a building, many are incredibly bland fetch quests. Sure, players can easily make use of the fast travel system to move from location to location quickly but that doesn’t prevent these quests from feeling like a waste of time more often than not.
Gameplay
As mentioned before Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is indeed a reamster but it is one that pushes that line into practically remake territory when it comes to one half of the gameplay. You see, Raidou Remastered is basically split into two separate categories when it comes to gameplay, investigating and tracking down clues while exploring the human world and then battling against demons in the demon realm and inside of dungeons hidden away from humanity. This first part is rather simple and straightforward and made even more so by the fact that the title now indicates where players should travel to and who they need to interact with to properly advance an investigation, though sometimes they’ll still need to have the proper demonic ally with them to help smooth things along as some demons have specific abilities that are required to progress such as mind reading, flight, fitting in tight spaces, and even invigorating a target.
The investigations tend to be a bit… one note at times and considering players only have to worry about following the proper path there is no real guesswork involved in the actual investigation or figuring things out, this means that while there is a mystery to solve, outside of solving some simple puzzles align the way, there isn’t much of an actual detective game here which can be a bit disappointing. That being said, there are the aforementioned side-quests that are occasionally more rewarding and a bit unique but far too many fall into simply being fetch quests to feel worthwhile, especially since they rarely contribute much to the story as mentioned earlier.
Now perhaps the biggest place that Raidou Remastered has actually undergone its changes is when it comes to exploring locations where they encounter enemies and the fights themselves. Atlus has made a large number of quality of life improvements here, mostly those integrated into the sequel, and retroactively applied them here in the remaster. No longer will Raidou randomly encounter battles with demons, instead demonic enemies will spawn in the open and players can even trigger a fight right away by sending their currently summoned demon to attack for an advantage at a start of a fight or, if the player is high enough level, instantly eliminate a week foe without dragging them into combat.
Once players enter a fight they’ll also see that the game makes a direct change from most Shin Megami Tensei titles by not being a turn-based RPG but an action RPG instead. The combat in Raidou Remastered has gotten an almost complete overhaul from what it was before. What was once a stiff controlling action game with limited movements and combat options where Raidou would fight with only one demon at his side players will now find themselves transported into a combat arena that Raidou can move around fluidly, making use of dodges and jumps to avoid attacks all while fighting alongside two demon allies at the same time, using his light sword attacks to boost their shared MAG gauge, heavy sword attacks to deal extra damage, and even his gun to stun enemies temporarily. Alongside this Raidou can eventually learn various spells and enchant his weapon in various ways to make combat even more intricate and unique compared to before, including special “takedown” maneuvers performed when dealing enough damage to an enemy in a combo or even “absorbing” a demon to bring them into his party. Ironically enough, some demons can still resist and try to force Raidou into a conversation here, bringing about the familiar demon bargaining mechanics that fans of the franchise are familiar with.
These new changes to combat make fighting along two demonic allies an absolute blast. Combined with the improvements made to Raidou’s movement capabilities and arsenal, the fact that players can bring two demons with them is a major blessing, especially since they can be swapped out mid-battle with no punishment, making it far easier to target enemy weaknesses. While there is no “Push Turn” system here, enemies hit by their weakness will receive increased damage and be left with their guards broken, allowing them to receive even more damage for a limited time, this means players are encouraged to keep a well-rounded roster of demons with them.
Then again, this remake also makes the demon fusions by mad scientist Victor far more powerful as well.Fusing demons used to result in random skill inheritance but now players can pick and choose what skills a demon can inherit from its “fused” parents, making for some rather outlandish abilities that players can put together. Combine this with grimoires that can teach powerful abilities at a limited cost and players can quickly find themselves stacking a massively overpowered team if they aren’t careful. It is also nice to note that a large number of new demons have been retroactively added into the game as well and made available as part of the fusion pool. On top of this, there is some further paid DLC that unlocks additional signature and fan favorite demons from later Shin Megami Tensei games should players wish to add these familiar faces to their team as well.
All of these additions make the game’s combat feel like it pushes far past remaster territory and nearly into remake territory instead, if it wasn’t for the fact that the detective aspect still holds true to many of its original elements and some controller aspects, especially during standard moving around the world, feels rather dated in nature. Thankfully throughout my entire time with the game we did not experience a single bug nor crash meaning this remaster has also been successfully completed without any notable bugs throughout the main storyline and most of the side content.
Audio & Visuals
Alongside the aforementioned combat changes the biggest changes made to Raidou Remastered come in the form of its graphical improvements. The pre-rendered backgrounds of the original version have been completely removed to instead provide fully 3D backgrounds to fit with the game’s exploration and have plenty of attention to detail, especially when traveling between the widely different locations. The combat is similarly impressive looking as well, though not all of the touch-ups were quite as successful. While a large number of new demons have been added to the game from recent entries, not all of the models that were in the original release were touched up quite enough to match with current expectations and more than a few character models just look odd. Combine this with some occasional low quality textures appearing here and there and some of the title’s PlayStation 2 legacy still hangs on.
The game now features an entirely new recorded English and Japanese voice track which works quite well, though those that want the more authentic feeling experience may want to stick to the Japanese dub as some of the English performances, especially for a few of the side characters, are rather stilted sounding and even the main characters don’t stand out in any notable way except for Gouto. The soundtrack on the other hand features a great collection of background music with a mix of jazzy style tracks for exploration and rock-style music for battles and more intense sequences, making for a great collection here.
Overall
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army may have seemed like a strange pick from Atlus’ storied catalog of forgotten games but not only does this remaster push to borderline remake but it also gives us a chance to replay what turns out to be a great action RPG that may have some issues due to its dated nature and lackluster storyline but manages to deliver a game any fan of the Shin Megami franchise should enjoy and even entice new ones with its unique premise and action combat.
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A once-in-a-generation phenomenon awakens echoes of the past in Version 1.7’s emotionally rich update
July 4, 2025 – A rare and ethereal tide returns to Miraland in Infinity Nikki’s latest seasonal update, Blue Tears Season (Version 1.7), available from July 8 to 29. This evocative new chapter invites players to explore a legend steeped in melancholy, memory, and mysticism, as Nikki and Momo confront a long-buried sorrow beneath the glowing meadows of Breezy Meadow.
Once every twenty years, the tranquil landscape is transformed by the Blue Tears. These waves of radiant light bathe the fields in a mysterious glow. According to local folklore, those chosen by the tide may revisit the past and find a way to reconcile with what has been lost. As the season progresses, players will uncover a story that gradually brings forgotten history to light through a deeply emotional narrative.
Drawn by a haunting voice rising from the water, Nikki begins to see phantom-like apparitions across the land. These are echoes of a tragic past that only she can perceive. With guidance from a solitary scout and a reserved historian, she starts to unravel the meaning behind the visions. Her journey takes her through dreamlike landscapes and ultimately leads to the heart of ancient ruins, where the truth of the Blue Tears must be revealed. There, a sorrowful spirit awaits its final rest.
Blue Tears Season introduces new story quests and side content shaped by its sombre and mysterious tone. Each activity has been crafted to highlight the season’s central themes of loss, memory, and redemption. More details will be shared closer to launch, but players can expect immersive environments, atmospheric storytelling, and new gameplay experiences that build on Infinity Nikki’s signature mix of fashion, exploration, and emotional depth.
This update continues Infinity Nikki’s tradition of combining richly detailed worldbuilding with elegant character design and a sense of magical realism. The event will run from July 8 to July 29 and will include all-new story content, visual enhancements, and limited-time in-game activities.
For the latest news and updates, please follow the official channels and prepare to step into one of Miraland’s most unforgettable seasons yet.
New DLC adds four new characters, new modes, special outfits and more content!
Hertfordshire,4th July 2025 – The 1 vs. 1,000 action of WARRIORS: Abyss is about to get more intense than ever as KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Omega Force announced that characters from Team NINJA’s popular franchise are now playable in the roguelite hack’n’slash action game. As well as introducing four new characters, including the ever-popular Ryu Hayabusa, the new update adds new features, special costumes and more. WARRIORS: Abyss is now available as a digital-only title on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC via Steam®.
This free update adds master ninja Ryu Hayabusa and other popular characters from the same universe, Ayane, Rachel and Momiji, as playable and summonable heroes. Each ninja possesses their own unique abilities, such as Ryu Hayabusa’s “Solitary Master Ninja” or Ayane’s “Mugen Tenshin Style”, allowing players to increase the speed or attack of the heroes depending on the emblems they are equipped with. By combining the skills of the characters together, players can develop new strategies and create new formations, as fast and deadly as ninjas.
In addition, for greater replayability, players wishing to defeat Gouma again without going through Hell can select the new “Training Hall” mode. They will be able to challenge Gouma under various conditions, and up to the highest traversal level achieved in normal mode, to receive valuable rewards such as Karma Embers and Records of Sin, while increasing their cumulative level cap.
For players looking for a more intense challenge on their journey through Hell, the new “Void of Empathy” mode will put their skills to the test. In this race against the clock, players must get as far as they can before time runs out. By defeating formidable enemies on the way, they will earn time to continue their journey and receive rewards based on their performance.
Furthermore, a new “Transcendence” feature has been implemented. Although this new feature requires a lot of Karma Embers, it allows players to significantly enhance their heroes by adding new emblems and alters the effects of their unique strategies.
Lastly, two DLC costume packs are also available for purchase, including the “MASTER NINJA Formal Costume Set” and the “MASTER NINJA Legacy Costume Set”. These new additional costumes can be selected after completing the tutorial.
WARRIORS: Abyss is now available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC via Steam® in standard, Deluxe and Hack’n’Dash editions. The game features Japanese voices and texts in English, French, Spanish, German and Italian.
About WARRIORS: ABYSS
Set in the floors of a randomly generated hell, players battle through waves of enemies from all directions as they delve into the abyss where the arch-villain, Gouma, awaits. Along the way, players meet new characters and find items to select from to strengthen their team. These selections can be combined to unleash powerful effects, allowing for a variety of strategic approaches. Since the characters and items will change with each playthrough, players will need to craft new strategies in order to find success.WARRIORS: Abyss introduces a new way to play a WARRIORS title by combining the exhilarating feeling of 1 vs. 1,000 action with roguelite elements – such as randomly generated stages and items, and enhancing player strength through choices – allowing for a different experience with each playthrough while also encouraging countless hours of replayability.
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
July 16, 2025 – Singapore – As Zenless Zone Zero celebrates its one-year anniversary, HoYoverse is excited to announce that Version 2.1, titled “The Impending Crash of Waves”, will go live on July 16 (UTC+8). This latest update brings a wave of vibrant, summer-themed content, two new explorable areas, and fresh characters for players to discover in New Eridu.
Version 2.1 introduces the Spook Shack, a new faction debuting in the story, alongside Sailume Bay and Fantasy Resort, two beautifully crafted locales that set the stage for a series of aquatic quests and adventures. The update also marks the arrival of two new playable agents: Ukinami Yuzuha and Alice Thymefield, who add new dynamics to combat and narrative progression.
In addition to the update, HoYoverse has confirmed its full participation at Gamescom 2025, with all three of its flagship titles — Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero — featured at Booth C031 in Hall 6.
Gamescom 2025 HoYoverse Highlights:
Genshin Impact: A Nod-Krai themed booth offers an exclusive world-premiere offline experience of the game’s next major region.
Honkai: Star Rail: With its Amphoreus-themed booth, players will revisit the “Eternal Land” through immersive experiences.
Zenless Zone Zero: Visitors can enjoy Spook Shack-themed activities and hands-on gameplay across PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox platforms.
Manage your astral forge , fulfill contracts and influence wars or trade relations with your craftsmanship. Master the resource market, upgrade your workshop, and become the realm’ most legendary blacksmith!
Namur, Belgium, July 1st, 2025: Clever Trickster is thrilled to announce their second game: Magic Forge Tycoon, a fantasy casual management game. The Steam page, including the reveal trailer will be live July 9th. Players can already subscribe to the closed beta here and share feedback with the studio via Discord
The game release is scheduled for January, 2026, on PC, Mac and Steam Deck.
Forge Legends, Shape Kingdoms!
In Magic Forge Tycoon, every hammer strike shapes history. Manage your astral forge, craft enchanted weapons, and decide the fate of warring kingdoms. Will you fuel conflicts or forge peace through your creations? Master the economy, fulfill demanding contracts from rulers and nobles, and carve your name among the greatest blacksmiths!
Master the Art of Forging
Select the best weapon patterns, fine-tune every setting, and apply perfect enchantments for unmatched quality.
Find the perfect balance between style and durability to create exceptional weapons.
Increase productivity to optimize your output and craft masterpieces fit for kings.
Expand and Upgrade Your Workshop
Purchase new technologies to speed up production and refine your creations.
Upgrade your forge to unlock advanced crafting techniques and boost production capacity.
Invest in research to discover new weapon designs and exotic resources.
Control the Economy and Trade
Buy and sell materials in a dynamic market influenced by wars, alliances, and resource scarcity.
Stockpile raw materials, anticipate price fluctuations and kingdom conflicts to secure the best deals.
Manage resources wisely—poor investments or shortages can cost you dearly!
Influence Wars and Politics
Complete contracts for rival factions and watch your weapons reshape the balance of power.
Accumulate Favor Points to unlock better contracts, political perks, and exclusive forge bonuses.
Establish trade outposts in strategic regions to expand your influence and gather crucial intelligence.
A World That Evolves with Your Choices
Your economic choices can make a kingdom thrive… or bring about its downfall.
Wars, alliances, and economies shift dynamically, presenting new challenges every playthrough.
Every forged weapon leaves a mark on history. Will you be a peacemaker or a war profiteer?
Become the Realm’s Greatest Blacksmith!
Magic Forge Tycoon blends intuitive gameplay with deep management mechanics in a living, reactive world. Expand your forge, master the trade, and see how your creations shape the destiny of nations. Forge your legacy in fire and steel!
Ludovic Mahieu, co-founder of Clever Trickster, enthusiastically commented:“Game Dev Tycoon has always held a special place in my heart—it’s one of those rare games I’ve played obsessively. It’s brilliantly accessible yet incredibly rich in depth, and it’s beloved by our entire team. Additionally, I’ve always been deeply inspired by Heroic Fantasy, particularly classics like Dungeons & Dragons and Naheulbeuk, which have greatly influenced both myself and our talented Art Director. Combining these shared passions was the driving force behind Magic Forge Tycoon. I truly believe passion is the cornerstone of creating extraordinary games!”
Clever Trickster is a video game development studio founded in 2022 by gaming veterans passionate about strategy and management games. These genres have influenced the principles that guide the team: efficiency and innovation. The studio’s ethos values equality, collaboration, and autonomy, creating an inclusive and supportive environment. The team constantly strives to improve in order to deliver enriching gaming experiences, while keeping fun at the heart of work.
A New Mobile Strategy Game Based on Capcom’s Globally AcclaimedResident Evil Franchise
Tokyo, Japan – July 4, 2025 – Aniplex Inc. (President: Atsuhiro Iwakami) today announced Resident Evil Survival Unit, a new mobile strategy game co-developed with JOYCITY Corporation (CEO: Seongwon Cho), based in South Korea. The title draws inspiration from Capcom’s legendary Resident Evil franchise (known as BIOHAZARD in Japan) and is being developed in close collaboration with Capcom to ensure authenticity and quality.
Resident Evil Survival Unit offers a fresh take on the beloved franchise, reimagining the survival horror universe as a real-time strategy experience optimized for mobile platforms, iOS and Android. The game is designed to appeal to both longtime fans and new players, and will be released globally across Japan, South Korea, North America, Europe, and Asia.
Online Showcase Event
Further details about Resident Evil Survival Unit will be revealed during an online showcase:
Date & Time: Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM (UTC)
(Friday, July 11 at 7:00 AM JST / Thursday, July 10 at 3:00 PM PDT / 5:00 PM CDT / 6:00 PM EDT)
How to Watch: Available via the official website. Pre-registration for viewing is also open.
Aniplex Inc. is a diversified entertainment company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Known for its leadership in anime production and distribution, Aniplex also develops and publishes games, films, stage productions, and live events for audiences worldwide. Aniplex is a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.
JOYCITY Corporation is a leading game developer and publisher based in South Korea, specializing in online and mobile games. The company is known for global hits such as Gunship Battle: Total Warfare, Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War and 3on3 Freestyle.
Los Angeles — July 3, 2025 — Aksys Games today revealed details about their upcoming lineup of games during their panel at this year’s Anime Expo event in Los Angeles. Titles were announced for Nintendo Switch™, PS5™ and PC.
The new titles announced include:
Path of Mystery: A Brush with Death (NSW/Spring 2026) – Decades ago, a famous landscape artist was brutally murdered while painting late at night. At that time irregularities were found in the case and the primary suspect died in an apparent suicide. The case was closed and, over time, nearly forgotten. Thirty years later your university club, the Mystery Research Club, pries open old wounds, revisiting this unsolved case as a research assignment. Unexpected new clues are revealed as you use your secret ability to peer into the past, viewing key items and events in a new light. Use your uniquely gained knowledge to steer conversations and interviews with witnesses and potential suspects. Maintain your own secrets while uncovering a series of long-buried mysteries leading to the true killer.
Q Collection (NSW/2026) – The Q puzzle series now makes its way to the Nintendo Switch as a collection of three games! With over 1,800 problems to solve, you’re bound to be entertained, whether you’d like to take on the challenges yourself or as a group. Q REMASTERED is a simple puzzle game in which players can freely draw lines and shapes on the screen. The drawn object will drop due to gravity. Q with VTUBERS features challenging and quirky puzzles designed by over 20 VTubers. The sequel Q2 HUMANITY introduces characters or ‘humans’ that can jump, bounce, throw things, and sometimes even exhibit special abilities. Q2 can be played solo or with up to 4 players.
Tristia: Chronicles (NSW/Spring 2026) – Tristia: Legacy and Tristia: Restore are together in one updated collection! The beautiful city of Tristia, nicknamed the “Jewel of the Sea,” has bustled with maritime trade until recent dragon attacks stripped the city of its charm, and the people are resigned to its state of decay. In this town building simulation game, you play as crafter-inventor Nanoca who has been challenged to restore the city within a year. Will Tristia regain its former vibrancy or will it remain in disrepair? Everything depends on your hard work.
Tristia: Restore takes place alongside Tristia: Legacy, but focuses on the day-to-day running of Nanoca’s shop. She has some major crafting projects to complete, but while she works to finish them, a constant barrage of requests pour in. In this action game, quickness counts as you gather your materials, choose the right equipment, and deliver completed items to the townsfolk. Can you accomplish everything before time runs out?
C.A.R.D.S. RPG: The Misty Battlefield (PS5 & NSW physical only/Fall 2025) – An expanded version of the game that combines roguelike-style deckbuilding with SRPGs. Enjoy unique tactical gameplay that features over 100 varieties of cards with unique designs allowing players to build powerful decks and strategically confront enemies on an SRPG field. Every encounter requires a different strategy! Adapt to new battlegrounds and plan accordingly. Build the strongest deck and put a stop to the Hellmuth Brigade’s actions. The new “Mini-Game” mode lets players select a single unit and navigate a grid-based map, engaging in battles, upgrading, and making critical decisions. Your route and deck-building choices within limited turns will determine your success against the boss!
The Good Old Days (NSW/Fall 2025) – A nostalgic metroidvania-style game from the good old days back in 19XX. Take on the role of Sean, a young boy who ventures into the fictional city of Arostia to repay his father’s debt. Explore the underground of Arostia, rescue your friends from imprisonment, and figure out how to pay your debt on time! The Good Old Days pays homage to the general nostalgia of teenage youth, the times that were, and what could have been. Throughout your adventure across the play space, you may encounter easter eggs and retro pop culture references scattered throughout the game world. Reminisce about the dreams of adventure from those days gone by throughout your playthrough with this gripping, multi-faceted story!
Otome Daoshi -Fighting for Love- (NSW/Spring 2026) – Shunlin lives in the thriving martial arts kingdom of Kayu where she’s a Daoist priestess in training. This year the Tournament of Valor will decide the strongest fighter in the country. However, on the day of the tournament, an assailant appears at the arena and attacks the spectators. Experience the conflict and betrayal amongst allies and confront the challenges ahead. As they protect those important to them and their pride, our protagonist fights for her beloved country and for the warrior that she loves! In the end, what will be their fate, and what will the future hold?
Project Code M (Platforms TBA) – We are excited to announce Project Code M, a mystery game currently in development where you seek the truth behind a series of murders from the perspectives of both the killer and the investigator. The story takes place in present day Tokyo, focusing on the Shitamachi area such as Asakusa and Yoshiwara, and involves Japan’s criminal underworld. As the murderer, set your trap, corner the target and commit your crime. The style of murder will unfold differently depending on the situation. As the investigator, uncover the truth by searching for clues and questioning witnesses. More details coming soon!
Aksys also announced that three new DLC packs are dropping next week for the popular Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU (NSW/July 10). Duck, jab, and punch your way to fitness with Hatsune Miku in the classic Fitness Boxing Mode, or in the brand new “Miku Exercise” mode featuring original songs from your favorite Piapro Characters!
BGM Vol.3 features re-arranged instrumental versions of widely known classical and folk songs for you to train to! BGM Vol.4 will up your Exercise mode BGM playlist with instrumental arrangements of fan favorite Piapro Characters’ songs. And a brand-new costume for Hatsune Miku is here – the classic tracksuit! This retro athletic outfit brings a touch of nostalgia to your fitness routine while keeping things fun and energetic.
New details were revealed for the two eagerly anticipated otome titles coming later this year:
Mistonia’s Hope -The Lost Delight- (NSW/November 13, 2025) – In an era where light and shadow coexist, a kingdom thrives under the rule of the fairy queen. On the outskirts of the capital city, Rowan, stands a noble residence where a new maid is about to arrive. Our heroine Aprose, having lost everything eight years ago, swore to take revenge on those responsible. Using a false identity, she searches for answers while working in the mansion belonging to a prestigious family. What secrets will she unearth upon her chance encounters with the distinguished noblemen who protect the kingdom? What path will she choose? And so begins the revenge tragedy of a girl bound by a hapless fate. An edition featuring the OST for the game is available exclusively through the Aksys Online Store.Illusion of Itehari (NSW/September 18, 2025) – In Itehari, the renowned and prosperous floating utopia, Hinagiku longs for the world beyond. One day, Hinagiku, having just turned 18 years old, encounters an amnesiac man. Their chance meeting drags her into a series of events involving the secrets and various truths hidden beneath the surface of Itehari… for this garden in the sky is a false utopia. Illusion of Itehari is a completely new otome game project created by a renowned group of artists and staff, and the first project from “LicoBiTs”, a joint venture by Broccoli and TIS Creation aimed at making games for the female audience. An edition featuring the game OST is available exclusively through the Aksys Online Store.
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About Aksys Games
Aksys Games Localization, Inc. is a Metacritic Top Five video game publisher committed to publishing unique and high-quality interactive content for all current-generation platforms since 2006. The company was a pioneer in localizing otome games for Western audiences, including the award-winning Code: Realize and Collar X Malice series. Its lineup of games features the wildly successful BlazBlue, Under Night In-Birth, and Guilty Gear franchises, Little Dragons Café, and the award-winning Spirit Hunter: Death Mark and Spirit Hunter: NG adventures. Aksys Games and its unique products can be found on the company’s website, www.aksysgames.com.
LOS ANGELES – JULY 3, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, has announced a new collaboration update for its action game Solo Leveling: ARISE. The new update welcomes two hunters from the globally renowned K-pop girl group “i-dle,” as well as various new content for fans to enjoy.
Starting today, players can add MIYEON and SHUHUA to their roster of playable hunters. MIYEON is an SSR light-element fighter who wields her exclusive weapon, “The Battlefield’s Guiding Star.” Known for her exceptional combat skills with the sword, MIYEON can unleash her ultimate skill “Star Recital” which channels the energy of MP into her weapon before delivering a powerful finishing slash. SHUHUA, an SSR water-element assassin, excels in close-range combat through her manipulation of orbs. Her ultimate skill “Harmony Catharsis” allows SHUHUA to channel the power of a wolf to perform a devastating slashing attack.
Various in-game events are now available in Solo Leveling: ARISE to celebrate the collaboration with i-dle. Players can unlock MIYEON and SHUHUA simply by playing the game during the event period through the special Collaboration Pass. By completing the event story and daily missions, players can also earn additional rewards, including extra copies of both MIYEON and SHUHUA. Other events that are currently available include the “i-dle Hunter Rate Up Celebration! Lucky Wheel” where players can craft exclusive weapons for MIYEON and SHUHUA, and the “Star on the Battlefield! Check-In Gift” that provides daily login rewards.
The latest update also introduces a range of new content. Notably, the Story Expert Mode is designed for players looking for a higher challenge level with a recommended total power of 1.2 million or more. Players who complete all chapters in this mode can earn up to 35,000 Essence Stones as a reward. In addition, players can challenge new Encore Mission bosses, Incaro and Helder, who will appear in a single dungeon.
To further enhance gameplay, balance adjustments have been made to select Hunters, while artifact removal is now free as part of this new update. The Proof of the Strong has been added to the [Workshop of Brilliant Light] Distorted Sanctuary as well.
Solo Leveling: ARISE is an action game adaptation of the hit webtoon, Solo Leveling. Taking on the role of Jinwoo, players can experience his journey through the beloved webtoon tale firsthand, leveling up, taking on dynamic battles, and creating their own combat styles by selecting various combinations of skills and weapons. Not only can players team up with hunters from the webtoon, they can summon their own “Army of Shadows” with the iconic phrase: “Arise.”
Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Idle Adventure, Tower of God: New World, Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.
Try your paw at running the best tavern you can alone or with up to four players in the debut demo, out now on Steam!
NICOSIA, Cyprus – July 8, 2025 – Polden Publishing and developer toR Studio are thrilled to announce Restaurats,an all-new medieval fantasy tavern simulator where a team of rats do the work! Play solo or with up to four players while managing your tavern – serve tables, cook food, improve your restaurant, and become the best rat-ed chef around. Restaurats is available to try out right now with a new Steam demo!
Lead a medieval restaurant with a team of rats just like you! Cook the food, throw it at guests, and ready the tables for the fantastical creatures who’ll come to feast. Learn to cook the best recipes, improve your tavern (and your rat), and be ready to serve VIP customers for bonus rewards. Become a legendary rat chef with up to four players, and make your tavern the most visited in the realm!
KEY FEATURES
CULINARY CONNOISSEUR – Learn recipes to cook for the tavern’s fantastical patrons. The more complex the dish, the better the reward.
CUSTOMER SERVICE – Be attentive to the tavern’s guests, like skeletons, vampires, orcs and more. Each has unique preferences and requirements, so be sure to be attentive to their needs.
RAT UPGRADES – Level up your character, improve your skills, and customize your rat to be the most stylish of your friends.
BONUS CARDS – At the end of each day, receive special cards affecting dishes, abilities, money and more to improve your tavern.
ULTIMATE RESTAURAT– Build up the tavern with new blueprints to improve its capacity, functionality and attractiveness.
Ready to scurry into the kitchen? Wishlist Restaurats on Steam and play the demo with up to four players today! To learn more about Polden and the games in its publishing line-up, visit polden.gg and join the Discord community.
About toR Studio
toR Studio is a small independent game development team, focused on creating unique and experimental gaming experiences. toR Studio explores niche genres and unusual settings, often blending simulation mechanics with narrative and satire. The studio continues to experiment with new ideas and gameplay concepts, delivering fresh and unconventional projects to the indie game scene.
About Polden
Polden Publishing is an indie game publisher dedicated to helping talented creators connect with their audience. We provide transparent, honest, and data-driven support, empowering developers to bring their unique visions to life. To find out more, visit polden.gg.
