HUNTER×HUNTER Vol. 39 Tops Japanese Book Chart, Beats One Piece and Murakami
The return of HUNTER×HUNTER after a long hiatus immediately dominated the market, outpacing two of Japan's biggest names in manga and literature.
KAI-YOU
Elegance LLC Launches Defensive AI Asset Management System FAINAL TURN
The system directly addresses the common burden of ongoing investment management tasks by automating them, positioning itself as a tool for users who lack time or expertise.
ASCII.jp
Ren: Kujūshima Warabebuta Serial Murder Memorandum Launches July 28
Renka's latest release continues their prolific 2026 output, this time tackling a traditional mystery visual novel with classic genre tropes.
Game Spark
Hoshimachi Suisei to Throw First Pitch, Hatsune Miku to Appear at Lotte Marines Game
The event brings together a Hololive VTuber and the virtual singer Hatsune Miku for a live baseball appearance, both of whom star in Lotte ice cream commercials.
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3-Nen Z-Gumi Ginpachi-Sensei Pop-Up Shop Opens With Free Research Theme
The pop-up shop extends the anime's merchandising push with a seasonal school-themed event, capitalizing on the series' setting and character appeal.
Nijimen
Nippon Marathon 2 Developer Cites Shonen Anime, Takeshi's Castle as Influences
The interview highlights how a Western indie developer draws directly from Japanese variety shows and shonen anime to create a multiplayer game that prioritizes chaotic fun over realism.
Game Spark
ARC Raiders Sets Sights on October Update After 16 Million Sales
The first major update under Embark's new biannual schedule, Frozen Trail will test whether fewer, larger content drops can sustain the player base.
Game Spark
Disney Sparklink Stars Reveals Shu Ayakashi, Leader of aMazINC.
The reveal completes the second of three Monsters, Inc. -themed characters for the game, with one more silhouette yet to be unveiled.
4Gamer.net
RPG-Cobo Contest Offers 1 Million Yen Prize at Tokyo Game Show 2026
The contest is a community-building move for Super Shark, offering significant prize money and TGS booth exposure to drive user submissions and showcase the tool's capabilities.
4Gamer.net
SCRAP Reveals Venue, Merchandise for Kisaragi Station Escape Game
SCRAP's adaptation of the Kisaragi Station urban legend into a physical escape game with accessible horror elements reflects the continued commercial viability of internet-born folklore in interactive entertainment.
Denfaminicogamer
Pratfall Developer: Success Exceeded Expectations, Forced Plan Adjustments
The developer's candid admission that the game's success exceeded expectations and forced a review of initial plans highlights the unpredictable nature of indie game launches and the challenges of scaling a small team's operations.
Game Spark
Brigandine: Abyss Release Date Set for August 27 With Demo Rollout
The confirmed release date and multi-platform demo schedule indicate the game is entering its final marketing phase before launch.
Game Spark
Sneak Into a School Turned Military Base in Horror Game Instar Ecdysis: Protocol Limos
The game's doppelganger mechanic, where the protagonist's death leads to an impostor taking her place in the outside world, introduces a narrative consequence that goes beyond typical permadeath.
Denfaminicogamer, Game Spark
Strange Pictures Manga Ends on July 21
The conclusion of the Strange Pictures manga closes out a major adaptation of Uketsu's bestselling novel, with the English release arriving just before the final chapter.
Anime News Network
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Powerful Pro Baseball Top PS Store June 2026 Rankings
The rankings show continued dominance for established franchises on both PS5 and PS4, with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Powerful Pro Baseball 2026-2027 each holding the top spot in their respective categories.
4Gamer.net
Alienware 34 280Hz QD-OLED Monitor Impresses in Racing and Open-World Games
The monitor's combination of ultra-wide QD-OLED and high refresh rate makes it a strong choice for immersive single-player games, while the e-sports mode addresses competitive concerns.
Game Spark
Steam Controller Sells Out Instantly, Gamers Can't Find Stock
The Steam Controller's sudden scarcity and strong word-of-mouth suggest a rare moment where a niche, highly customizable gamepad breaks into mainstream demand.
ASCII.jp
Slightly Rough PC Mascot 'Yasagure-chan' Decides Your Personality in New Steam Game
The game brings a quirky personality-diagnosis concept from a free web version to Steam with expanded content and multiple play elements.
Denfaminicogamer
Freeing Unveils Morrigan Bunny Figure From Vampire Series
The figure expands Freeing's B-style bunny line with a detailed interpretation of a classic Capcom character, appealing to both figure collectors and Darkstalkers fans.
Dengeki Hobby Web
Slime Tops Oricon's June 2026 Manga Ranking
The ranking shows strong sales for ongoing series and the conclusion of Chainsaw Man, while Slime continues its dominance despite a correction about its volume status.
Anime News Network
Shogi AI Summit 2026 to Host Tanigawa, Suisho, YaneuraOu Developers
The event brings together top shogi AI developers and players, with Mouse Computer using its DAIV anniversary to showcase hardware tailored for AI workloads.
ASCII.jp
FOXING: Kitsuné-tsuki Short Screens at Festival Circuit
FOXING: Kitsuné-tsuki is the first project from Toei's new Eterna Animation brand to enter the festival circuit, competing for a major animation award.
Anime News Network
MOMOREI Pop-Up Shop Returns to Harajuku in Late July
The Harajuku pop-up signals the continued expansion of MOMOREI's presence in Japan after a well-received Nagoya event, indicating growing demand for the character's merchandise in the Tokyo market.
ASCII.jp
Mirmo de Pon! New Manga Ends, Gets Season 2 and Side Story
The Mirmo de Pon! franchise continues its revival with a second season and side story, indicating sustained interest after a 21-year gap.
Anime News Network