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.
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SNK Cuts King of Fighters 15, Samurai Shodown Tournament Slots
SNK Corporation has announced a reduction in qualification slots for The King of Fighters 15 and Samurai Shodown at the upcoming SNK World Championship 2026, impacting competitor plans.
Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Stream Promises New Details
Series creator Yuji Horii has announced a special May 27 stream, marking the Dragon Quest 40th anniversary and promising new information on the next installment.
Takashi Tezuka, Director of Classic Nintendo Titles, Retires
Veteran designer Takashi Tezuka, known for his work on Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda, will retire from Nintendo in June 2026.
Hydlide II PC-8801 Port Arrives on Steam May 15
D4 Enterprise is bringing the 1985 PC-8801 version of Hydlide II: Shine of Darkness to PC Steam, offering a look at an early Japanese action RPG.
MiSTer Multisystem2 Arcade System Offers Direct JAMMA Integration
The MiSTer Multisystem team has released its second JAMMA-compatible arcade system, an integrated FPGA solution designed for direct connection to existing arcade cabinets.
Steins;Gate Re:Boot Confirmed for Switch in Japan
MAGES. announces Steins;Gate Re:Boot for Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, launching August 20, 2026, with English language support for the acclaimed visual novel.
Jaleco's Ninja JaJaMaru-kun MSX Arrives on Switch
A collection of classic Jaleco MSX titles, including Ninja JaJaMaru-kun MSX, is now available on Nintendo Switch, utilising the official MSXPLAYer emulator.
Sega Launches New Kingdom Hearts Plush Toys in Japan
Sega, Square Enix, and Disney are releasing a new line of Kingdom Hearts & you miniature plush toys, initially available in Japanese arcades this May.
Wolfhound Channels PC Engine Aesthetics in New Metroidvania
Bit Kid's upcoming title, Wolfhound, draws visual inspiration from the NEC PC Engine and Sega Master System, offering a high-fidelity 8-bit experience with modern Metroidvania design.