FRONTIER Sells Cygames-Verified PCs for Relink's Endless Ragnarok
The Cygames-verified PC recommendation provides a known-working hardware target for players looking to run the Endless Ragnarok expansion at comfortable specs.
ASCII.jp
Two Chinese Action Games at BilibiliWorld 2026 Target FromSoftware Fans
The two games show Chinese developers directly targeting the FromSoftware action-game audience with distinct martial-arts mechanics.
Denfaminicogamer
Ryzen 7 7700X3D Gaming PCs Launch From G-Tune and GALLERIA
The simultaneous launch of pre-built PCs from two major Japanese brands signals that the Ryzen 7 7700X3D is being positioned as a mid-range gaming CPU that pairs with either AMD or Nvidia GPUs, giving buyers a choice of ecosystem at the same processor tier.
GAME Watch (Impress), 4Gamer.net, ASCII.jp
Visual Arts Launches VISUAL ARTS Scripts Brand With 'Sayagatari' Novel Game
The title is the first release under Visual Arts' new brand VISUAL ARTS Scripts, signaling a new vehicle for the company's visual novel output at a budget price point.
GAME Watch (Impress)
Moss: The Forgotten Relic Complete Edition Launches on PC and Consoles
The release marks the first time the 'Moss' series is available on console and PC without VR, bundling the entire story into one package and making the series accessible to players who did not own a VR headset.
4Gamer.net, Denfaminicogamer
MAYA Technologies Group Launches Education Support Project in Miyagi
The project introduces a new regional contribution model where corporate equipment purchases directly fund donations to local schools, starting in Miyagi Prefecture.
ASCII.jp
KrosSphere Live Series Launches With Dept and Homecomings in Tokyo
KrosSphere is Kulture's first series explicitly designed to bridge Japanese and overseas artists, starting with a Thai act that has never performed in Japan, signaling a push beyond domestic-only live events.
ASCII.jp
NuSound Music Posting SNS Launches Mobile App
The app release expands NuSound from a web-only service to a mobile platform, giving artists a free, ad-free distribution channel with built-in monetization tools.
ASCII.jp
Kulture Launches LIVENODE Platform and Ticket Service to Unify Artist-Fan Data
The platform consolidates fan behavior data that was previously scattered across separate services, giving artists and management a unified view to inform promotion, fan communication, and live experience design.
ASCII.jp
Sushiro and Hello Kitty Announce First Collaboration With Two-Phase Event
The collaboration marks Sushiro's first tie-up with Sanrio's Hello Kitty, targeting the summer vacation crowd with a mix of themed menu items and collectible goods.
Denfaminicogamer
French Manga 'Dreamland' Gets TV Anime Adaptation in Japan
The adaptation represents a rare reverse import case where a French manga created under strong Japanese influence is localized for Japanese audiences with a full Japanese voice cast.
KAI-YOU, Real Sound Anime
Uma Musume: Pretty Derby World Tour Concert Lands in Los Angeles on October 22-23
The overseas expansion of the franchise's live events follows the game's English release in June 2025 and its Best Mobile Game win at The Game Awards 2025, signaling a push into Western markets.
Anime News Network
Initial D THE ARCADE 4th Tournament Regionals Now Accepting Entries
The addition of a tag team tournament and a local bracket system signals Sega Fave's effort to broaden participation in the competitive arcade racing scene.
ASCII.jp
Beyondge Launches CAIO Studio to Build Internal AI Leadership
The service attempts to close the AI management talent gap by embedding external expertise while training internal successors, rather than leaving companies dependent on consultants.
ASCII.jp
Earth Saver Quest App Launched, Event With Shoji Kawamori Set For July 18
The app turns passive nature observation into an interactive learning tool, and the Tottori event is the first large-scale deployment backed by a high-profile anime creator.
ASCII.jp
GALLERIA Releases Three 'Forza Horizon 6' Recommended Gaming PCs
The release provides a set of pre-certified hardware options for Forza Horizon 6, giving players a clear target specification from a Japanese PC builder.
4Gamer.net
Labor Union CWA Files Unfair Labor Practice Charge Against Microsoft Over Xbox Layoffs
The charge directly tests Microsoft's 2022 neutrality pledge with the CWA, which was a key condition for the Activision Blizzard acquisition and has now been challenged by the company's own restructuring.
4Gamer.net, Game Spark, GameBusiness.jp
Obakeidoro 2 Nintendo Switch Version Launches August 6, Major Update Adds Custom Rules
The Switch release and simultaneous custom rules update bring Obakeidoro 2 to a larger platform audience while giving players more control over match balance.
Automaton, Denfaminicogamer
Kyoto Tachibana University and KiQ Develop 'AUN Dog' Robot From Aun Concept
The project reinterprets traditional Japanese concepts through modern robotics, aiming to shift public perception of robots from tools to beings that coexist in shared space.
ASCII.jp
GRAPHT Releases Ghost of Tsushima 6th Anniversary Goods
The inclusion of Mino ware ceramics and availability at the Tsushima island tourist center tie the merchandise directly to the game's historical Japanese setting and real-world location, extending the lineup beyond standard apparel.
GAME Watch, Denfaminicogamer
Odoru Daisousasen: 10 Works Get 4K Blu-Ray Release With AI Restoration
The 4K and Blu-ray releases mark the first high-definition home video treatment for the long-running franchise, timed to the new film's September premiere.
Cinema Today
Second The Battle Cats CHOCOBOX Set Features 10 Figure Charms
The second edition signals continued demand for The Battle Cats merchandise in Bandai's CHOCOBOX candy toy line.
Dengeki Hobby Web
MG 1/100 Ex-S Gundam/S Gundam Task Force Alpha Ver. Returns for Second Preorder Round
The reissue of the Task Force Alpha color variant, with its G-Cruiser transformation and new decals, gives builders a second opportunity to purchase a previously released limited color scheme from the Gundam Sentinel universe.
Dengeki Hobby Web, Inside
Cyber Gadget Launches Emerald and Orange Accessories for Switch 2
The line gives Switch 2 owners a set of matching emerald and orange accessories from Cyber Gadget, expanding third-party options with a coordinated color scheme.
Game Watch