Dr. Stone Launches Its First Manned Moon Mission in Episode 34
The episode delivers the scientific climax the series has built toward for seven years, sending the first humans beyond Earth since the petrification event.
Anime News Network
Vertex Adds Priscilla Bathing Suit Ver. To Elf Village Figure Line
The Priscilla figure extends Vertex's Elf Village bathing suit sub-line with a new character design by Asanagi, offering collectors a standard and a limited edition with alternate expression and accessories.
Dengeki Hobby Web
Escape ADV 'Militsioner' Gameplay Trailer Shows Cable Car Escape
The trailer reveals a new escape method and more of the game's unusual social mechanics with the giant officer, building anticipation for the PC release.
Game Spark
U-KNOCK 2026 Japan Summit to Focus on Korea-Japan Content Deals
The summit formalizes a structured matchmaking process between Korean content companies and major Japanese investors and distributors, signaling deeper cross-border IP development and adaptation.
Anime News Network
Tifa Lockhart Joins Street Fighter 6 in Year 4, Spring 2027
The Tifa collaboration marks the first time a Final Fantasy character has crossed into a mainline Street Fighter game, and the Year 4 lineup's emphasis on brand-new fighters over returning classics reflects a deliberate strategy to court the 15-25 age demographic that now makes up over 70% of SF6's player base.
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NASA Astronaut Stanley Love Talks Anime Fandom and Artemis II
The interview confirms that a senior NASA astronaut and mission controller actively and openly incorporates anime fandom into his professional role, with no pushback from the agency.
Anime News Network
Solar Punk: Sky Islands Launches on PC, Consoles, and Switch 2
The release offers a low-pressure survival craft alternative focused on sustainability and relaxation, launching across multiple platforms including Switch 2 and Xbox Game Pass on day one.
Game Spark
Girls' Frontline 2 Florence Figure Gets 1/7 Scale Release
The figure marks Calbone's entry into Girls' Frontline 2 merchandise with a detailed skin-based sculpt and a premium price point.
Inside
Game Spark Highlights 6 Steam Titles in June 8 Roundup
The roundup provides a curated snapshot of notable Steam releases across genres, with each title meeting a review threshold that indicates player engagement.
Game Spark
Webtoon-Based Live-Action Series One-of-a-Kind Romance to Debut in Second Half of 2026
The adaptation brings a popular webtoon to live action with idol casting, targeting a multi-platform Asian release.
Anime News Network
BLAST R6 Osaka Major Advance Ticket Sales Begin for First Japan Tournament
The Osaka Major is the first Rainbow Six Siege world tournament held in Japan, marking a milestone for the game's esports scene in a country with a long-standing competitive community.
4Gamer.net
Sasuke Haraguchi, Fujichoko, and Mou Ishida Discuss the Difficulty of Completing a Work
The relay-style collaboration and the creators' candid discussion of the challenges of finishing a joint work offer a rare look at how artists from different disciplines negotiate creative control.
KAI-YOU
Sharia Bull Figure From Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX Opens for Pre-Order
The figure gives fans of the Kazuya Tsurumaki-directed series a way to display a supporting character whose adult design has already earned him a nickname among viewers.
Anime Anime
Ithaca Is a Narrative Road Trip RPG About Climate Resistance
Ithaca frames climate activism as a personal road trip with moral ambiguity, using everyday choices and skill checks to drive a narrative that the demo suggests is more about process than destination.
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Dia Kurosawa Figure Based on LoveLive!Days Cover Opens for Pre-Order
The figure is the third in a set based on the same anniversary cover, with a linked purchase campaign at Kadostore that includes a special display base for all three.
Anime Anime
Persona 5: The Phantom X Adds Yukari Takeba From Persona 3 Reload
The crossover brings a Persona 3 Reload character into the free-to-play Persona 5 spin-off, expanding the game's roster with a support role that uses mechanics from the source game.
4Gamer.net
Meido Busou's Blade Gets 1/6 Scale Figure With Swappable Parts
The figure expands the Meido Busou lineup with a second character, offering multiple display options that reference a specific doujinshi illustration.
Dengeki Hobby Web
Nyantasia! Launches Occupation Voice 2026 and Re-Releases Rainy Season Voice 2024
The simultaneous release of a new themed voice pack and a re-release of a prior seasonal pack shows Nyantasia! maintaining a consistent merchandise cadence while giving newer fans a chance to catch up on older content.
PANORA
Gothic 1 Remake PS5 Version Delayed in Japan to July 16
The delay for expression adjustments suggests THQ Nordic is treating the Japanese market as a distinct localization effort rather than a simple port, while the game's strong Steam concurrent player count indicates the hardcore remake has found an audience despite mixed critical reviews.
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Chasing Kaleido Rider Opens KALEIDO Test Recruitment
The KALEIDO Test marks the next playable milestone for the title since its 2025 global CBT and TGS showing, now with a worldwide recruitment push.
4Gamer.net
Roguelite Fighting Game 'Shot One Fighters' Gets Playable Demo at Summer Game Fest
The demo reveals how the game combines roguelite map progression with a traditional 6-button fighting system, aiming to serve both casual combo-building and competitive depth.
4Gamer.net
Supergirl to Screen in IMAX and Other Premium Formats, New Posters Released
The premium-format rollout signals Warner Bros.' confidence in "Supergirl" as a theatrical draw, positioning it as a major summer tentpole alongside the DCU's ongoing franchise expansion.
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Narrative Adventure 'Bub' Blends Papercraft Art With Memory Exploration
The game's analog-material art style and memory-sliding structure stood out among the Day of the Devs lineup as a distinctive tactile experience.
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Total War: Warhammer 40,000 Live Demo Debuts at Summer Game Fest, CBT Registration Opens
The demo shows a significant gameplay shift toward gunfights and cover systems, and the series supports Japanese for the first time in years.
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