Astro Production Launches Indie Game Brand ASTRA
games 2 sources · Jun 16

Astro Production Launches Indie Game Brand ASTRA

A video production studio is applying its cinematic expertise to indie game development, aiming to bridge the gap between indie creativity and commercial quality.

GameBusiness.jp
First-Person Horror ADV 'MOLE' Launches on Steam
games 2 sources · Jun 16

First-Person Horror ADV 'MOLE' Launches on Steam

The game's quick 'Very Positive' reception on Steam suggests that its hands-on machinery repair gameplay and lo-fi psychological horror resonate with players looking for a short, intense experience.

4Gamer.net, Automaton
Koko Ore PV Reveals July 6 Premiere, OP by sajou no Hana
anime 1 sources · Jun 16

Koko Ore PV Reveals July 6 Premiere, OP by sajou no Hana

The PV and theme song reveals complete the promotional package for a series that has been building anticipation since its announcement, locking in a July premiere with a notable streaming window.

Comic Natalie
Sirius Launches Personal Theater Speaker SWIRE AURBIS
other 1 sources · Jun 16

Sirius Launches Personal Theater Speaker SWIRE AURBIS

The product attempts to create a new audio category between headphones and speakers, targeting users who want cinematic sound without disturbing neighbors or wearing closed headphones.

ASCII.jp
Wreck Runners Gets July 16 Release Date
games 1 sources · Jun 16

Wreck Runners Gets July 16 Release Date

The release date and cross-play support give co-op horror fans a concrete launch window for a physics-driven escape game set in the Bermuda Triangle.

Game Spark
Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad Demo Launches With Beta Test Chapter
games 8 sources · Jun 16

Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad Demo Launches With Beta Test Chapter

By setting the demo entirely in the beta test period, Bandai Namco lets players experience a part of the SAO timeline the original story skipped, while the save-data carryover and streaming restrictions create a controlled launch funnel for the full game.

Anime News Network, 4Gamer.net, GAME Watch (Impress), and 4 more
Xbox Faces Major Studio Closures and Restructuring
games 1 sources · Jun 16

Xbox Faces Major Studio Closures and Restructuring

The potential closure of three well-regarded studios signals a sharp pivot in Xbox's strategy from acquisition-driven growth to cost-cutting, with major implications for upcoming titles and the broader industry.

4Gamer.net