games 1 sources · Aug 18
The collaboration marks a long-awaited return of FFXI to mobile in a form distinct from the canceled mobile version, reproducing the MMO's signature systems within a single-player dungeon RPG.
Denfaminicogamer
gamesrelease 3 sources · Aug 18
The demo update directly addresses player feedback on difficulty and progression, signaling the developer's responsiveness ahead of the full release, which could influence the game's reception at launch.
Automaton, Game Spark
gamesrelease 4 sources · Aug 18
The strong early access numbers and high review scores suggest Mortal Shell II has overcome the mixed reception of its predecessor, positioning it as a notable success for the soulslike genre in 2026.
4Gamer.net, Automaton, Denfaminicogamer, and 1 more
gamesannouncement 1 sources · Aug 18
The campaign's 400% funding shows strong demand for a mahjong game designed to teach hands to beginners while giving experienced players a wide range of jobs to choose from.
ASCII.jp
games 1 sources · Aug 18
PlayWay's prolific release strategy is accelerating, and the August slate shows generative AI use has become a standard part of how its many small studios ship games.
Automaton
games 1 sources · Aug 18
The store page launch and playtest recruitment signal the project is moving toward public testing, with the game's narrative choices and customization depth as its main draws.
Denfaminicogamer
gamesannouncement 4 sources · Aug 18
Card Make Arena turns deck-building itself into the core strategy, rewarding players who deliberately design weaker cards, a twist on the genre that could appeal to fans of Lizardry's unconventional game design.
4Gamer.net, Automaton, Denfaminicogamer
gamesrelease 3 sources · Aug 18
The print edition responds to a practical pain point for PC strategy players: the need to consult dense reference data without breaking focus from the game screen, a need that digital guides on the same device cannot fully address.
4Gamer.net, GAME Watch, Game Spark
gamesrelease 1 sources · Aug 18
The trial version gives players a chance to experience the trade-off-heavy training mechanics of Valkyrie Iteration before its planned 2026 release.
4Gamer.net
games 1 sources · Aug 18
The data shows Pokémon Champions' mobile success is heavily concentrated in Japan and APAC, with advertising channels differing sharply between Japan and the US.
4Gamer.net
gamesannouncement 2 sources · Aug 18
The announcement positions Grampage: Life at 67 as a co-op game where betrayal is a core mechanic, not griefing, per the developer.
Automaton
games 1 sources · Aug 18
The trailer confirms a broad crossover slate for the new season, building on Fortnite's history of video game collaborations.
Anime News Network
gamesrelease 1 sources · Aug 18
The release adds a cinematic, choice-driven vampire visual novel to Steam with a temporary launch discount, expanding the dark fantasy niche on the platform.
4Gamer.net
gamesannouncement 1 sources · Aug 18
The studio behind Midnight Report and Kyosho is moving its new cooperative horror concept toward release, with a Steam page, crowdfunding campaign, and TGS 2026 exhibition all confirmed in a single announcement.
Denfaminicogamer
games 1 sources · Aug 18
The expansion of free content in Pictonico! gives players more ways to engage with the photo-based mini-game format without purchasing add-on packs, potentially broadening the app's appeal during the limited period.
4Gamer.net
gamesrelease 1 sources · Aug 18
The remake of the series' first entry is the franchise's debut on PlayStation, opening the campaign to players who never owned an Xbox.
4Gamer.net
games 1 sources · Aug 18
The game's blend of real medical conditions with comedic deduction, plus its satirical take on healthcare and debt, sets it apart in the adventure genre.
4Gamer.net
gamesevent 3 sources · Aug 18
ASCII.jp reports that last year's event drew approximately 1,800 participants, the largest to date, and this year plans more than 30 sessions, the most in the event's history, signaling continued growth in the Japanese Unreal Engine developer community.
GAME Watch (Impress), 4Gamer.net, ASCII.jp
games 1 sources · Aug 18
The misunderstanding spread because only the photo circulated, when the slide was part of an explanation of Unity's withdrawn Runtime Fee decision and the lecture slides were not even made by Manzur.
Automaton
games 2 sources · Aug 18
Désilets' apology does not extend to the development process, where he remains positive about using generative AI as an efficiency tool, a stance that has drawn criticism from media and community alike.
Game Spark, GameBusiness.jp
gamesannouncement 1 sources · Aug 18
The console announcement broadens the game's reach beyond its PC release, bringing its blink-based dream horror to a wider audience.
Game Spark
games 2 sources · Aug 18
The project has now moved from a script draft and a director announcement to active contract talks with Square Enix, which is the first concrete sign of studio-level progress since the Donnie Yen version collapsed in January 2025.
Game Spark, GameBusiness.jp
gamesannouncement 1 sources · Aug 18
The studio behind the 1988 cult horror adventure is remaking it itself, pairing a faithful scenario with modern visual and audio upgrades.
Game Spark
games 2 sources · Aug 18
The rejection occurred after a mere address change, not a new business relationship, showing banks are re-evaluating existing accounts of adult content creators, a pattern that has now hit three reported cases in August 2026 alone.
Game Spark, GameBusiness.jp