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Co-op ‘bullet-heaven’ first-person shooter POSTAL: Bullet Paradise announced for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC www.gematsu.com/2025/12/co-o...
Co-op ‘bullet-heaven’ first-person shooter POSTAL: Bullet Paradise announced for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC
Publisher Running With Scissors and developer Goonswarm Games have announced POSTAL: Bullet Paradise, a cooperative online play-supported “bullet-heaven” first-person shooter. It will l…
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December 3, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Juufuutei Raden’s Guide for Pixel Museum coming to PS4 on December 10, Xbox Series and Xbox One later

Jupiter Corporation will release pixel puzzle game Juufuutei Raden's Guide for Pixel Museum for PlayStation 4 on December 10 for $19.99 / £16.99 / €19.99, followed by Xbox Series and Xbox One at a…
Juufuutei Raden’s Guide for Pixel Museum coming to PS4 on December 10, Xbox Series and Xbox One later
Jupiter Corporation will release pixel puzzle game Juufuutei Raden's Guide for Pixel Museum for PlayStation 4 on December 10 for $19.99 / £16.99 / €19.99, followed by Xbox Series and Xbox One at a later date, the developer announced.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Hello Kitty Skyland launches in Early Access on December 22

Free-to-play social virtual reality game Hello Kitty Skyland will launch in Early Access for Quest 2 and Quest 3 via Meta Store on December 22, developer Thirdverse announced.
Hello Kitty Skyland launches in Early Access on December 22
Free-to-play social virtual reality game Hello Kitty Skyland will launch in Early Access for Quest 2 and Quest 3 via Meta Store on December 22, developer Thirdverse announced.
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December 3, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Co-op action RPG Serpent’s Gaze announced for PC

Feeble Minds, a new studio founded by former Coffee Stain Studio founders, has announced Serpent's Gaze, a cooperative action RPG that "blends the tactical combat and epic bosses of a Soulslike with the power creeping build-creation of roguelikes."…
Co-op action RPG Serpent’s Gaze announced for PC
Feeble Minds, a new studio founded by former Coffee Stain Studio founders, has announced Serpent's Gaze, a cooperative action RPG that "blends the tactical combat and epic bosses of a Soulslike with the power creeping build-creation of roguelikes." A demo is available now for PC via Steam.
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December 3, 2025 at 2:04 PM
MLB The Show Mobile announced for iOS, Android

Publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer San Diego Studio have announced MLB The Show Mobile. It is available now via a limited regional release (soft launch) in the Philippines for iOS via App Store and Android via Google Play.
MLB The Show Mobile announced for iOS, Android
Publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer San Diego Studio have announced MLB The Show Mobile. It is available now via a limited regional release (soft launch) in the Philippines for iOS via App Store and Android via Google Play.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:24 PM
PlayStation Partner Awards 2025 Japan Asia winners announced

Sony Interactive Entertainment Japan Asia has announced the winners of PlayStation Partner Awards 2025 Japan Asia. The winners are as follows: Grand Award Awarded to the top three titles developed in the Japan / Asian regions with…
PlayStation Partner Awards 2025 Japan Asia winners announced
Sony Interactive Entertainment Japan Asia has announced the winners of PlayStation Partner Awards 2025 Japan Asia. The winners are as follows: Grand Award Awarded to the top three titles developed in the Japan / Asian regions with highest worldwide sales between October 1, 2024 and September 30, 2025. Winners: eFootball (Konami Digital Entertainment) Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO (Bandai Namco Entertainment)
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December 3, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Look Mum No Computer coming to PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch on January 22, 2026

Publisher Headup and developer The Bitfather will release twin-stick shooter action RPG Look Mum No Computer for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch on January 22, 2026, the…
Look Mum No Computer coming to PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch on January 22, 2026
Publisher Headup and developer The Bitfather will release twin-stick shooter action RPG Look Mum No Computer for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch on January 22, 2026, the companies announced.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Starsand Island adds Switch 2 version

Anime-inspired life and farming simulation game Starsand Island will launch for Switch 2 alongside its previously announced PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC (Steam, Microsoft Store) versions in early 2026, developer Seed Lab  announced.
Starsand Island adds Switch 2 version
Anime-inspired life and farming simulation game Starsand Island will launch for Switch 2 alongside its previously announced PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC (Steam, Microsoft Store) versions in early 2026, developer Seed Lab  announced.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Famitsu Review Scores: Issue 1926

This week's Famitsu review scores are in.
Famitsu Review Scores: Issue 1926
This week's Famitsu review scores are in.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:31 AM
ANTHEM#9 launches in February 2026

Gem-matching roguelite game ANTHEM#9 will launch for PC via Steam in February 2026 for 2,200 yen, publisher Shueisha Games and developer koeda announced. It will support English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese language options.
ANTHEM#9 launches in February 2026
Gem-matching roguelite game ANTHEM#9 will launch for PC via Steam in February 2026 for 2,200 yen, publisher Shueisha Games and developer koeda announced. It will support English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese language options.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Mario Kart World version 1.4.0 update now available

Nintendo has released the version 1.4.0 update for Mario Kart World, which adds "Custom Items" to item rules, changes the course layout of several courses, and more.
Mario Kart World version 1.4.0 update now available
Nintendo has released the version 1.4.0 update for Mario Kart World, which adds "Custom Items" to item rules, changes the course layout of several courses, and more.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Visual novel puzzle game Save My Scrap announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC

Publisher AMATA Games and developer Unio Anou have announced Save My Scrap, a visual novel / puzzle game based on the free game Fix My Junk, which gained popularity in Japan for its "beautiful pixel art" and…
Visual novel puzzle game Save My Scrap announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC
Publisher AMATA Games and developer Unio Anou have announced Save My Scrap, a visual novel / puzzle game based on the free game Fix My Junk, which gained popularity in Japan for its "beautiful pixel art" and "heart-wrenching story." Save My Scrap is a "significantly upgraded version" with additional dialogue and endings, among other features, coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC via…
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December 3, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition adds Switch 2 version, launches December 15

Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition will launch for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam on December 15 for $19.99, publisher Limited Run Games and developer Whoopee Camp announced.…
Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition adds Switch 2 version, launches December 15
Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition will launch for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam on December 15 for $19.99, publisher Limited Run Games and developer Whoopee Camp announced. The Switch 2 version is newly announced, and is cross-buy with the Switch version. The previously announced PlayStation 4 version is no longer planned.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Sacred: Last Pixel of Ancaria announced

Publisher THQ Nordic and developer SparklingBit have announced Sacred: Last Pixel of Ancaria, a 16-bit RPG in the Sacred series. A Kickstarter campaign will launch on April 14, 2026.
Sacred: Last Pixel of Ancaria announced
Publisher THQ Nordic and developer SparklingBit have announced Sacred: Last Pixel of Ancaria, a 16-bit RPG in the Sacred series. A Kickstarter campaign will launch on April 14, 2026.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:15 PM
11 bit studios Digital Showcase 2025 set for December 8

11 bit studios will host its first-ever digital showcase on December 8 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET, the company announced. You will be able to watch it on YouTube.
11 bit studios Digital Showcase 2025 set for December 8
11 bit studios will host its first-ever digital showcase on December 8 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET, the company announced. You will be able to watch it on YouTube.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Judas developer log discusses origins of main character

Ghost Story Games has published the second developer log for single-player, narrative first-person shooter Judas on PlayStation Blog, which dives more into the game's creative process and ideas that led to the creation of main character…
Judas developer log discusses origins of main character
Ghost Story Games has published the second developer log for single-player, narrative first-person shooter Judas on PlayStation Blog, which dives more into the game's creative process and ideas that led to the creation of main character Judas, as well as shares a few seconds of new footage.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:32 PM
BALL x PIT sales top one million, three free content updates set for 2026

Total sales for "brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite" game BALL x PIT have surpassed one million units, publisher Devolver Digital and developer Kenny Sun announced. The companies also announced…
BALL x PIT sales top one million, three free content updates set for 2026
Total sales for "brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite" game BALL x PIT have surpassed one million units, publisher Devolver Digital and developer Kenny Sun announced. The companies also announced three free content updates planned for 2026.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Pumuckl and the Crown of the Pirate King announced for Switch, PC

Publisher THQ NOrdic and developer Quantumfrog have announced 3D puzzle adventure game Pumuckl and the Crown of the Pirate King for Switch and PC (Steam). It will launch in early 2026 for $39.99 / €39.99.
Pumuckl and the Crown of the Pirate King announced for Switch, PC
Publisher THQ NOrdic and developer Quantumfrog have announced 3D puzzle adventure game Pumuckl and the Crown of the Pirate King for Switch and PC (Steam). It will launch in early 2026 for $39.99 / €39.99.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Game Pass adds Mortal Kombat 1, Death Howl, Dome Keeper, ROUTINE, and more in early December

Microsoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass in early December, including Mortal Kombat 1, Death Howl, Dome Keeper, ROUTINE, and more.
Game Pass adds Mortal Kombat 1, Death Howl, Dome Keeper, ROUTINE, and more in early December
Microsoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass in early December, including Mortal Kombat 1, Death Howl, Dome Keeper, ROUTINE, and more.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Pokemon Legends: Z-A DLC ‘Mega Dimension’ reveals Mega Lucario Z

Publisher The Pokemon Company and developer Game Freak have released a new trailer and screenshots for Pokemon Legends: Z-A downloadable content "Mega Dimension" introducing the Mega-Evolved Pokemon Mega Lucario Z.
Pokemon Legends: Z-A DLC ‘Mega Dimension’ reveals Mega Lucario Z
Publisher The Pokemon Company and developer Game Freak have released a new trailer and screenshots for Pokemon Legends: Z-A downloadable content "Mega Dimension" introducing the Mega-Evolved Pokemon Mega Lucario Z.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Perennial Dusk: Kinsenka coming to Switch on April 30, 2026

Publisher Bushiroad Games and developer Frontwing will release a Switch version of visual novel Perennial Dusk: Kinsenka on April 30, 2026, the companies announced.
Perennial Dusk: Kinsenka coming to Switch on April 30, 2026
Publisher Bushiroad Games and developer Frontwing will release a Switch version of visual novel Perennial Dusk: Kinsenka on April 30, 2026, the companies announced.
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December 2, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Drag x Drive version 1.2.0 update now available, adds Survival Tag

Nintendo has released the version 1.2.0 update for Drag x Drive, which adds the chasing game Survival Tag to friend parks, local wireless parks, and LAN parks.
Drag x Drive version 1.2.0 update now available, adds Survival Tag
Nintendo has released the version 1.2.0 update for Drag x Drive, which adds the chasing game Survival Tag to friend parks, local wireless parks, and LAN parks.
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December 2, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma PS5 trophies surface

PlayStation 5 trophies for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma have surfaced on trophy and achievement tracking website Exophase.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma PS5 trophies surface
PlayStation 5 trophies for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma have surfaced on trophy and achievement tracking website Exophase.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:22 AM
The Axis Unseen for PS5 launches December 4

Publisher Dark Product and developer Just Purkey Games will release open-world "heavy metal horror game" The Axis Unseen for PlayStation 5 on December 4, the companies announced.
The Axis Unseen for PS5 launches December 4
Publisher Dark Product and developer Just Purkey Games will release open-world "heavy metal horror game" The Axis Unseen for PlayStation 5 on December 4, the companies announced.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:29 AM
LET IT DIE offline version announced

An offline version of the free-to-play action game LET IT DIE is currently in production, publisher GungHo Online Entertainment and developer Supertrick Games announced.
LET IT DIE offline version announced
An offline version of the free-to-play action game LET IT DIE is currently in production, publisher GungHo Online Entertainment and developer Supertrick Games announced.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:21 PM