.hack//G.U. Marks 20th Anniversary with New Art, Exhibitions
CyberConnect2 celebrates two decades of the .hack//G.U. series, marking the PlayStation 2 original's launch with new artwork, merchandise, and Japanese exhibitions.
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Studio Ghibli's Unseen Hand in Magic Pengel
A PlayStation 2 role-playing game, Magic Pengel: The Quest for Color, quietly received animation contributions from Studio Ghibli, a detail largely overlooked in its cult classic status.
My Merry May with be Re-releases on Switch, PS4
The 2005 PlayStation 2 visual novel, My Merry May with be, is set for a re-release on Nintendo Switch and PS4, making a previously Japan-exclusive title accessible to a new audience.
SNK Addresses Mai Shiranui Classic Costume for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
SNK developers acknowledge strong fan demand for Mai Shiranui's original attire in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, detailing the technical hurdles involved in its implementation.
Evercade Announces NEOGEO Arcade 4 and Activision Collection 3
Evercade is set to expand its physical cartridge library in 2026 with the release of NEOGEO Arcade 4 and Activision Collection 3, bringing more classic titles to modern players.
The Avalanches Tease SuperFun Console with PC Engine Cartridges
Australian electronic music group The Avalanches have unveiled a new console, the SuperFun, which appears to use cartridges reminiscent of the TurboGrafx-16, known in Japan as the PC Engine.
Neo Geo 'Overserved' Developer Ticks Off Key Risks
A new "first-party" game for the Neo Geo, 'Overserved', is in development, with its creator suggesting major technical challenges are now resolved. This marks a notable event for the classic Japanese arcade and home console.
Katsuhiro Harada Forms VS Studio with SNK
Veteran fighting game producer Katsuhiro Harada, known for the *Tekken* series, has established a new studio, VS Studio, in collaboration with SNK. This move follows his departure from Bandai Namco after over three decades.
CPSdigiav HDMI Mod Returns for Japanese Arcade Boards
The cpsdigiav mod, offering zero-lag HDMI output for Capcom CPS 1, 2, and 3, Neo Geo, and Toaplan v2 boards, is back in stock for arcade enthusiasts seeking pristine signal quality.
Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark!!! Arrives West
The M2-developed collection, Flying Fire Shark!!!: Toaplan Arcade Garage, is launching digitally and physically in the West on August 29 for PlayStation 4 and Switch.