games 5 sources · Jul 1
Sony's decision to end disc production for new games marks a definitive break with physical media for PlayStation, a shift that has been underway for years but now has a concrete deadline.
Anime News Network, GAME Watch (Impress), Automaton, and 2 more
vtuber 1 sources · Jul 1
The simultaneous release of three character-specific ASMR works shows Aogiri High School expanding its audio content lineup with a themed sleep-aid series tied to each VTuber's persona.
GAME Watch (Impress)
games 2 sources · Jul 1
If approved, this would be only the second unionized game studio in the UK, following ZA/UM, and it comes while Rockstar faces active litigation over the layoffs that triggered the organizing drive.
Game Spark
industry 3 sources · Jul 1
The question, raised at a shareholder meeting and answered without denial, signals that Nintendo is actively considering a shift away from YouTube as its primary broadcast platform for Direct events, a move that would change how millions of fans worldwide receive major game announcements.
Inside, Game Spark
games 2 sources · Jul 1
The ESA's characterization of community-run game preservation servers as piracy and a 'black market' marks a sharp escalation in the industry's public stance against the 'Stop Killing Games' movement.
Game Spark
anime 1 sources · Jul 1
The expansion to two-episode coverage and a larger critic roster signals a more thorough early-season assessment for viewers deciding what to watch.
Anime News Network
games 1 sources · Jul 1
The addition of the Sinnoh starters and a large-scale in-person event mark a significant expansion of Pokémon Sleep's content and community engagement for its third anniversary.
4Gamer.net
anime 2 sources · Jul 1
The adaptation pairs a director known for dark fantasy action with a premise that inverts the monster-fighting trope into a story about construction and coexistence, giving FelixFilm a high-concept project that stands apart from typical fantasy anime.
Anime News Network, Anime Corner
games 2 sources · Jul 1
The shutdown timeline gives players a clear three-month window to finish content and claim refunds, a structured wind-down that is not always standard for mobile game closures.
GAME Watch, Denfaminicogamer
games 2 sources · Jul 1
The first season of Wargaming's hybrid tank-hero shooter introduces a decoy-focused agent and map that lean into the game's unique blend of vehicle combat and hero abilities, while the promised QoL update addresses early community feedback.
Automaton
games 2 sources · Jul 1
The exhibition and festival mark the first major in-person FGO events after the conclusion of Main Story Part 2, offering fans a retrospective of the decade-long narrative arc.
Denfaminicogamer, Inside
games 5 sources · Jul 1
The twin announcements mark the first time Sony has set a firm end date for PS5 physical media, signaling that the company expects the current generation to complete its transition to digital-only releases within the next two years.
4Gamer.net, GAME Watch (Impress), Denfaminicogamer
games 1 sources · Jul 1
Sweeney's latest salvo in the long-running commission debate reopens the question of whether Valve's fee structure actually costs it revenue, but the counterexamples and Epic's own financial troubles weaken his case.
Automaton
figures 1 sources · Jul 1
The AmiAmi Hobby Camp lineup provides a consolidated preview of the major figure and hobby brands exhibiting at Wonder Festival 2026 Summer, one of Japan's largest garage kit and figure events.
Dengeki Hobby Web
games 1 sources · Jul 1
The announcement adds a narrative-driven horror title to the pirate genre, with a focus on environmental storytelling and a compass mechanic that leads to both desires and dangers.
Game Spark
music 1 sources · Jul 1
The collaboration between a leading horror manga creator and a top K-pop group bridges two distinct fanbases and ties into a live-action drama adaptation of Ito's work.
Magmix
games 1 sources · Jul 1
The data shows AI tools are flooding app stores with games, but the revenue and trust benefits remain concentrated among top publishers, while developer sentiment toward AI has turned sharply negative.
GIGAZINE
industry 1 sources · Jul 1
The earnings gap between Aniplex and its studios illustrates a persistent industry pattern where parent rightsholding companies capture profit while production studios face rising costs.
Animenomics
anime 2 sources · Jul 1
The new trailer confirms that the long-delayed second season, announced five years ago, now has a concrete premiere date and a full production lineup, signaling the project is finally moving toward release.
Anime News Network, Anime Corner
games 1 sources · Jul 1
The feature signals sustained editorial interest in Scarlet Nexus five years after release, driven by director Kenji Anabuki's unusual personal promotion streak and ongoing fan engagement.
Game Spark
games 3 sources · Jul 1
The choose-one-of-two welfare servant format, previously used for Mecha Eli-chan, returns for Gray Lily, giving players a permanent decision between two distinct class kits from a single event.
Denfaminicogamer, Automaton, Inside
games 1 sources · Jul 1
The pack deepens Farming Simulator 25's equipment roster with a real-world French brand, adding specialized machines for specific cultivation stages that were previously less detailed.
4Gamer.net
games 1 sources · Jul 1
The revision tightens Unity's control over how AI tools interact with its engine, potentially disrupting workflows that use unapproved third-party MCP servers or AI agents.
Automaton
games 1 sources · Jul 1
The game's emphasis on throwing useless supplies as a primary combat method and the escalating anger meter set it apart from typical survival horror, leaning into comedy.
Game Spark