At PAX West 2026 this year, T-Ono was invited to a hands-on session of Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World - the newest addition to the Dragon Quest Monsters series. The title follows dual protagonists, Bianca and Nera (from Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride), on a quest for the fabled Leaves of Life that will supposedly heal their sick fathers.
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Classic turn-based Final Fantasy games remain cherished gems of the past, capturing the magic of deep story-driven adventures, strategic party composition, and satisfying character progression. Recently, I've been eager to dive back into a classic turn-based RPG complete with rewarding grinding, intricate stat building, and meaningful combat choices. Final Fantasy Resonance definitely delivers on this nostalgic craving while pushing the genre forward. By blending refined, fast-paced classic combat with a gorgeous 2D HD sprite engine, a vibrant cast of characters, and a great narrative arc, it elevates the beloved retro RPG experience into something fresh, dynamic, and visually stunning.
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KOEI TECMO America and developer Gust have officially announced the latest entry in the beloved Atelier series, Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories. The highly anticipated JRPG adventure is scheduled to release on February 25, 2027, across multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, Windows PC via Steam®, and Xbox Series X|S. This new installment promises to deliver an immersive experience, inviting players to follow the amnesiac alchemist Karia and her companions—Servio Lektor, Fina Rozen, and Yumia Liessfeldt—as they embark on a quest to explore the mysterious underworld of Aladiss and uncover its long-hidden secrets.
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Disney and Square Enix have officially announced"DEEP DIVE into KINGDOM HEARTS," an upcoming panel at D23 dedicated to taking fans behind the scenes of the iconic crossover franchise. The showcase will be broadcast globally via a free livestream on Disney’s official YouTube channel on August 15 at 4:30 PM PT (7:30 PM ET). Designed as a deep exploration into the creation and evolution of the games, the event promises an unprecedented look at how Disney storytelling and Square Enix game design merge to bring the series to life.
Walking into the extreme chaos of Anime Expo 2026, my absolute top priority was getting my hands on Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls at the Arc System Works booth. As a long-time fighting game fan, the promise of ArcSys bringing their signature, jaw-dropping 2.5D visual flair to the Marvel Universe sounded like a dream on paper, but seeing it in motion is an entirely different beast. After spending some quality time on the sticks with the latest build, it’s clear that this isn't just another comic book adaptation or an attempt to ride the coattails of the MCU. With its gorgeous, shōnen-inspired aesthetic, accessible yet deeply strategic mechanics, and an addictive new 4v4 tag system, Tōkon is evolving into the next major competitive obsession ahead of its August launch.
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