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Another Eden Begins Detailed for Switch 2, Switch and PC With Release-Date Dispute

A new trailer highlights the game, with the launch day still unclear.

Monster Hunter Stories 3 Expands Scope Ahead of March 13 Launch

Reviews Praise Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Ahead of Feb. 5 Release

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Adds Indie Game Awards GOTY to Record Haul

Pillars of Eternity’s Turn-Based Mode Enters PC Public Beta Nov. 5

Phil Spencer Backs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for Game of the Year

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Slated for March 13, 2026 on PS5, Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S, PC

Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 3 Arrives Sept. 29 With Final Fantasy XIV’s Omega Planetes

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven Launches on Xbox Series and Microsoft Store PC

Persona 3 Reload Demo Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Worldwide

Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch Launches Oct. 9 on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC

Trails in the Sky Remake Drops Prologue Demo, Confirms Digital-Only Switch 2 Edition

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Shatters Records with Critical and Player Acclaim

Obsidian Announces Turn-Based Combat for Pillars of Eternity in 10th Anniversary Update

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Preview Highlights Stunning Visuals and Innovative Combat

Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake Revitalizes a Classic with Stunning Visuals

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Unveils Star-Studded Voice Cast

Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake Set for November Release

Metaphor: ReFantazio Preview Reveals Bold New Directions for Atlus RPGs