SNK has officially launched the Metal Slug 30th Anniversary Project, confirming a new game in development alongside a retrospective video that ends with the cryptic words 'Mission Reboot' and three vehicles silhouetted on a sand dune. We unpack what this return means for the beloved run-and-gun series, its arcade legacy, its global fanbase from Italy to Latin America, and the Reddit reactions already pouring in 18 years after Metal Slug 7.
French indie studio Sandfall Interactive's 30-person team just made history. Their debut title, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, became the second game ever to sweep all five major GOTY awards. Born from reverence for Japanese RPGs, this masterpiece forces a painful question for Japan's game industry: why couldn't we make this?
SNK and PLAION REPLAI have surprise-announced the NEOGEO AES+, a modern revival of the legendary 1990 home arcade console. Launching November 12, 2026 at 249.99 USD, the system uses ASIC chips rather than emulation and offers full backward compatibility with original NEOGEO AES cartridges. Ten classic titles launch alongside it, including Metal Slug, KOF 2002, and Garou: Mark of the Wolves.
Sony Pictures officially announced a Bloodborne R-rated animated movie at CinemaCon 2026, produced by YouTuber Jacksepticeye and PlayStation Productions. While fans celebrate the gothic horror IP's return, many still want a PC port, PS5 60fps patch, or sequel that Sony refuses to deliver.
YOASOBI vocalist Lilas Ikuta and legendary Studio Ghibli composer Joe Hisaishi join forces to create the main theme for Professor Layton and the New World of Steam. Hisaishi composes while Ikuta writes lyrics and sings, a dream pairing that has anime, gaming, and music fans worldwide buzzing with excitement.
Nintendo confirms Rhythm Heaven Groove launches July 2, 2026 on Switch, the first new entry in 11 years. Featuring music by Tsunku, 14 supported languages, and a $39.99 price tag, here's what Japanese and international fans are saying about the long-awaited return.
After nearly 20 years of development hell, the Metal Gear Solid live-action movie gets new directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, the duo behind Final Destination Bloodlines. Replacing Jordan Vogt-Roberts, they call the source material a 'cinematic masterpiece' as part of a sweeping Sony deal.
Capcom announces Street Fighter 6 as a featured title at the inaugural Esports Nations Cup in Riyadh, November 2026. A look at the nation-vs-nation format, Sahara's $1M Capcom Cup 12 victory, and why fighting game esports is booming worldwide.
Monolith Soft published three consecutive interviews revealing its extensive contributions to Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. From designing Horriblin to handling 120,000 Fuse combinations, building Tulin's bird-like AI, and solving Frost Gleeok's speed-limit issues, discover how this Nintendo subsidiary shaped one of gaming's greatest open-world adventures.
Saudi investment firm EGDC has increased its Capcom stake from 5.03% to 6.04%, just three weeks after its initial filing. Combined with PIF's existing holdings, Saudi-linked capital now controls roughly 11% of the Monster Hunter maker amid record-breaking earnings.
Capcom's brand-new IP Pragmata launches April 17, 2026 after years of delays. Featuring RE Engine visuals, a unique combat system blending gunplay with real-time hacking puzzles, and a heartfelt sci-fi story on the Moon. We break down the demo reception, Japanese reactions, and what makes this Capcom's boldest new bet since Devil May Cry.
