With the launch Echoes of Aincrad right around the corner, Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has dropped a new Story Trailer showcasing more of this engaging new action RPG set in the popular SWORD ART ONLINE universe, including surprising reveals of some of the known characters that fans of the series will recognize.
Watch the new Echoes of Aincrad story trailer here:
See how players and familiar characters face the reality of their situation as they come to terms with the truth that they are all now trapped inside the floating castle of Aincrad, where dying in this virtual world means death in the real world. Amidst this confusion and despair, players will be the hero uniting everyone as they take up their sword to survive, beat the game, and break free of this game of life and death.
In Echoes of Aincrad, players will need to rely on partners and their Special Skills to overcome challenges and survive, including familiar fan-favorite characters from the franchise such as Asuna, Agil, Lisbeth and more. They must also choose what role each should assume in combat, employing the action RPG’s Switch System to alternate between attacking enemies and supporting the player as they recover in battle.
Echoes of Eincrad launches on July 10, 2026, with preorders available now for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam®. For more information, visit www.bandainamcoent.com/games/echoes-of-aincrad.
Warner Bros. Animation is resurrecting tormented vampire Barnabas Collins as it is currently in development on an adult animated series based on the classic gothic sensation Dark Shadows. Created by Dan Curtis and celebrating its 60th anniversary this summer, Dark Shadows starred TV’s original anti-hero and the father of the modern-day vampire, Barnabas Collins, a vampire with a conscience. The project was announced during a Studio Focus panel at the 2026 Annecy International Animation Film Festival where Warner Bros. Animation’s Peter Girardi (Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming) and Shaleen Desai (Senior Vice President, Adult Series) previewed the studios’ current adult animation slate.
Dark Shadows
Network: TBA
Description: Adult animated series continuing the saga of the Collins family. Blending gothic, horror, and supernatural genres, this coming adaptation promises all the dark twists and romantic intrigue that defined the transformational series across its 1200-plus episode run.
Executive Producer and Showrunner: Lisa Holdsworth
Executive Producers: Cathy Curtis, Tracy Curtis, Eric Homan, Kevin Kolde, Fred Seibert
Snail Games USA is proud to reveal the next major expansion to their voxel-based sandbox survival game PixARK with PixARK: Terracrypt coming soon to Steam with console rollout and parity with PC in the months to follow. Set in an expansive underground ruin, players must contend with 12 unique new subterranean biomes full of strange new wonders.
PixARK: Terracrypt sets players on an all new adventure where they awaken from a crash landing and find a distress signal pulling them deep into a cavernous grotto where a mysterious power holds a secret centuries in the making. Descend through 12 distinct biomes, each with their own atmosphere, hazards, and survival rules. Face off against 11 formidable new species and uncover new factions in this sunken kingdom. Forge alliances and build the coalitions to defeat a powerful foe before it destroys the planet. Every layer demands adaptation. Push through or don’t come back.
Armed with advanced new technologies, you’ll be able to design and build more creative bases than ever. It’s not just building you’ll be able to erect, but life as well, with the ability to engineer unique creatures and cultivate new flora through genetic modification. Deploy automated production systems that keep working while you descend ever deeper.
“PixARK sits in an interesting place as part of the ARK franchise; it’s built around a known gaming universe but it’s its own unique thing. Since the launch in 2019, we have continued to support the game alongside our community offering themed expansions and packs, but with PixARK: Terracrypt, we wanted to do something unique for the first premium DLC pack,” said Hai Shi, CEO, Snail Games USA. “Terracrypt offers more of what players love about the game: more creatures, more biomes, and most importantly, more hours of gameplay. We’re excited to unveil PixARK: Terracrypt to the community and prepared to marvel at how Explorers will shape this DLC into their own adventure,” he continued.
System and Feature Upgrades coming to PiXARK
• Save at any time in single-player — exploration momentum, never lost
• Access nearby storage containers directly from your character, no manual retrieval
• Redesigned creature scanner with detailed intelligence readouts and tracking
Exclusive to Terracrypt DLC
• Expanded engram interface — cleaner layout, more powerful crafting control
• …and more surprises await underground
Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today unveiled the Razer Kitsune – Ryu Edition, a limited-edition tribute to one of gaming’s most iconic fighters. Featuring Ryu from Street Fighter 6, the new design brings the discipline, focus, and fighting spirit of the World Warrior to Razer’s premium leverless fight stick for PS5™ and PC.
Launching during EVO 2026 in Las Vegas, the Kitsune – Ryu Edition is built for fighting game competitors, fans, and collectors who want a tournament-ready arcade controller that delivers tournament-ready precision with unmistakable Street Fighter style.
Ryu Takes the Stage on the Razer Kitsune
The Kitsune – Ryu Edition features a fully dye-sublimated aluminum top plate with a striking black-and-white design that mirrors Ryu’s discipline and resolve. Vibrant red accents channel the fire of his fighting spirit, creating a clean, premium finish made to stand out from game rooms to tournament halls.
Designed as a limited run, the Kitsune – Ryu Edition brings together collectible design and competitive hardware in one statement piece for Street Fighter fans and FGC (Fighting Game Community) enthusiasts.
Optical Precision Meets Legendary Style
At its core, the Kitsune – Ryu Edition carries forward the same high-performance foundation as the original Razer Kitsune, Razer’s premium all-button optical arcade controller designed for competitive play on PS5™ and PC.
Precise Quad Movement Button Layout
By replacing the traditional joystick with four directional buttons, enjoy clean, crisp play free from the input errors and delays of typical fight sticks to perfectly charge every Hadoken and flawlessly land every Shoryuken.
Razer™ Low-Profile Linear Optical Switches
Shorter actuation height delivers lightning-fast, ultra-responsive inputs, providing the speed and precision needed to maximize footsies and whiff punishes at the highest level of competition.
Powered by Razer Chroma™ RGB
Customize the Kitsune – Ryu Edition’s lighting with multiple color combinations and a suite of pre-loaded effects, letting players channel their inner World Warrior in style with every bout.
Built for Tournament Play, Ready for the Road
The Kitsune – Ryu Edition is built for fighters who move between home setups, locals, majors, and main stage moments. Its slim, portable form factor makes it easy to store, carry, and set up wherever the next match begins, making it an ideal leverless controller for competitive play.
A detachable USB Type-C cable removes the need for constant coiling and uncoiling, while a built-in cable security clasp locks the connection in place during play. A Tournament Lock Switch disables non-essential buttons during competition, keeping every round focused on skill, timing, and execution.
A Must-Have for Street Fighter Fans and FGC Enthusiasts
The Kitsune – Ryu Edition is designed for players who want performance they can rely on and a design that celebrates one of fighting games’ most enduring icons.
Whether displayed as part of a collection or taken into competition, it channels Ryu’s pursuit of true strength through a controller built for precision, portability, and style.
For more information on the Razer Kitsune – Ryu Edition, please visit rzr.to/kitsune
Summer has only officially just begun, but the Capcom lineup continues to bring the heat with fiery reveals and never-before-seen content unveiled during Capcom Spotlight. With red-hot announcements from Monster Hunter Stories™ 3: Twisted Reflection, Dragon’s Dogma™ 2: Dark Arisen, Onimusha™: Way of the Sword, Resident Evil™, and more, the future is sizzling for gaming fans around the world.
Check out the full Capcom Spotlight here on YouTube, and for the latest assets and information on each of the games included today, visit the official Capcom games website and Capcom Press Center. And don’t forget to check out Capcom Town for classic games playable on mobile and PC, plus the Capcom Town Store for great deals on PC releases!
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Returns with a Meowthful of Story DLC
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection producer Ryozo Tsujimoto kicked off the show by unveiling the new Additional Side Story: Rudy downloadable content, which dives into the origins of the Royal Felyne and his ancestors who came long before him. In this DLC side story, Rudy stumbles into a strange situation that unexpectedly brings him face-to-face with Navirou, the legendary Felyne who once saved the world in Monster Hunter Stories™.
Additional Side Story: Rudy is available now on Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation® 5, Xbox X|S, and Steam for $9.99. Players who have the Deluxe and Premium Deluxe Editions of Monster Hunter Stories 3 already have access to the DLC and can dive in later today!
During Rudy and Navirou’s fur-midable adventures, fans can look forward to encountering Nergigante, but the powerful Elder Dragon is not the only challenging monster that Monster Hunter Stories 3 fans will face. A free update for the acclaimed RPG is launching alongside the Rudy DLC, which brings Royal Monsters to the field! This update adds a higher level of difficulty to the Final Battle for players with completed save files. Clearing the Final Battle on Hard unlocks Royal Monster versions of almost every creature in the game, including Invasive Monsters and Calamitous Elder Dragons, for Rangers seeking an added challenge.
For more information, please visit the Monster Hunter Stories 3official website.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Director Shares the Journey to Bring the Expansion to Life
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen and Dragon’s Dogma™: Dark Arisendirector Kento Kinoshita also joined today’s Capcom Spotlight to share how the highly anticipated expansion to Dragon’s Dogma 2 introduces rewarding gameplay options and more adventures for Arisen to encounter. Following the June Title Update, Dragon’s Dogma 2 will also receive an additional update in late August to improve performance across all platforms, add additional save slots, adjust the Dragonsplague condition, and increase weapon skill slots from four to six.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen features a brand-new story set in the long-abandoned northern region of Norgan, while also introducing 12 challenge dungeons for Arisen to hone their skills along with new hair and tattoo options for players to realize their vision for the Arisen and their main Pawn. Kinoshita explained the Relic Expedition Cycle players will experience as they explore the frigid region of Norgan, where they will discover relics, appraise them to unlock powerful new weapons and skills, and use those new tools to delve deeper into the secrets of the heartless Fallen Dragon and its pursuer Eir.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen releases for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on October 9, 2026 for MSRP $49.99. The Dark Arisen Expansion will also be available separately as DLC for the base game on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam for MSRP $29.99. The Norgan Fashion Set – Northern Attire will be available as a pre-order bonus, which can be accessed via in-game storage at launch. Players who pre-order Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam will also get immediate access to Dragon’s Dogma 2 prior to the release of the expansion.
Please stay tuned for the first public hands-on of Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen at Gamescom 2026!
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Reveals a Devilish Duelist
Onimusha: Way of the Sword slashed its way into the show with director Satoru Nihei revealing a fearsome new foe players will duel in the highly anticipated swordplay action game when it launches this September across PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store.
The footage provides a first look at Dohatsu-ten, a terrifyingly fast and bloodthirsty Genma. After carving its way into the mortal realm, this winged warrior from the depths of hell locks blades with protagonist Miyamoto Musashi in an intense boss battle.
Pre-orders for Onimusha: Way of the Sword are available now and include the “Sealed Curse” sword skin and “Lion Dog” charm as bonuses. Players can also experience the game’s satisfying action today by downloading the Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo now via the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Resident Evil Celebrates 30 Years of Survival Horror!
Following the chilling reveal of Resident Evil™ Veronica and the ongoing success of Resident Evil™ Requiem, the Resident Evil 30th Anniversary Celebration rolls on with these spine-tingling announcements:
The World of Resident Evil 30th Anniversary Exhibit, a special exhibit commemorating 30 years of Resident Evil, will be held at Shibuya Beam in Tokyo from October 30 through December 24. Attendees can experience 30 years of history through various immersive exhibits that bring the games to life with tickets available starting in early July.
The Resident Evil 30th Anniversary Concerts – Symphony of Legacy, which kicked off in Japan earlier this year, will begin its world tour this August. The special concerts trace the 30-year history of the series with curated tracks performed live by symphony orchestras. Tickets are available now at the official website here!
Lizzy Caplan plunges into the insanity of FX’s “Far Cry” in the new anthology series based on Ubisoft’s global hit video game franchise, which will be available on FX, Hulu and Disney+ internationally. The limited series from Noah Hawley and Rob Mac, who will also star, will retain Far Cry®’s signature standalone storytelling format with each season set in a new setting following a new cast of characters.
Lizzy Caplan most recently starred in Netflix’s six-episode conspiracy thriller “Zero Day” and the FX limited series “Fleishman Is in Trouble,” earning an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress. She also led the Paramount+ series “Fatal Attraction,” appeared in the Lionsgate thriller Cobweb directed by Samuel Bodin, and starred in Showtime’s critically acclaimed drama “Masters of Sex,” for which she received both Emmy and Critics Choice Award nominations.
Since 2004, Far Cry has more than 100 million unique players and is one of Ubisoft’s most popular franchises. The award-winning Far Cry franchise is known for the exhilaration of the first-person shootouts, organic open world playgrounds, unique stories and memorable antagonists.
FX’s “Far Cry” is executive produced by Noah Hawley, who created FX’s Emmy-winning anthology series “Fargo” and “Alien: Earth” for television through his 26 Keys production banner, and Rob Mac, creator of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” and Executive Producer of the Emmy-winning “Welcome to Wrexham” through his production banner More Better Productions.
In addition to Mac and Hawley, the series is executive produced by Simon Emanuel, Emilia Serrano for 26 Keys, Nick Frenkel for 3 Arts, Monica Macer, Peter Calloway, John Campisi, and Gerard Guillemot, Margaret Boykin and Austin Dill for Ubisoft Film & Television. The series will be produced by FX Productions.
Caplan is represented by UTA, Rise Management and Jackoway Austen Tyerman Wertheimer Mandelbaum Morris Bernstein Trattner Auerbach Hynick Jaime LeVine Sample & Klein.
astragon and weltenbauer. today announced the most extensive DLC to date for Firefighting Simulator: Ignite. The Motor Vehicle Accident Expansion adds a wide range of new gameplay content and will be released on July 21, 2026. At the same time, a free update will be available.
The announcement trailer offers a first look at what players can expect:
The Motor Vehicle Accident Expansion expands the firefighting simulation with new content focused on traffic accidents and how to handle them — including new missions, new gameplay mechanics, new tools, and more. This new area of responsibility requires the use of new techniques, such as rescuing people from vehicles, sawing, and sealing leaks to prevent operating fluids from spilling further.
Also launching on July 21 is the free Shannondale Update, named after a new district featuring a regional airport, a large industrial area, and the Oakridge City power plant. The free update includes five new missions, among other content. In addition, it contains one brand-new Motor Vehicle Accident main mission to offer a sneak peek of the content.
The Motor Vehicle Accident Expansion and the free Shannondale Update will be available from July 21, 2026. The expansion will be priced at 14.99€ / $14,99 / £12,99 (SRP). It is also included in the Year 1 Season Pass, which is part of the game’s Year 1 Edition.
Firefighting Simulator: Ignite is available for PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Firefighting Simulator: Ignite – Year 1 Edition can be purchased for PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. This Edition includes the base game, the Fire Station Companion Pack and the Year 1 Season Pass. With the Year 1 Season Pass, players save more than 35% compared to purchasing the included DLCs individually.
Attention, troopers! Offworld, in partnership with publisher Knights Peak, has released the next update for Starship Troopers: Extermination. From battlefield hygiene to a new career-defining service record system, Update 11 features new content additions, performance and optimizations improvements as well as bug fixes. Highlights of Starship Troopers: Extermination’s Update 11 include:
Field Showers
The Federation takes cleanliness very seriously! The Field Shower is a new buildable structure available for every Build Zone. Once constructed, the Field Shower provides Troopers with access to battlefield sanitation facilities. A shower will extinguish a burning Trooper, wash all blood, guts, and gore off their uniform, and provide a method of Health restoration. Completing the full duration Federation Standardized Shower will also provide Troopers with a combat performance boost. Troopers who have recently showered will move slightly faster, jump higher, climb better, shoot more accurately, and gain additional Morale Xp.
Daily Dispatches
Effective immediately, Troopers will receive a series of rotating Critical Dispatches designed to support the war effort and reward continued service to the Federation. Additionally, every deployment cycle, Troopers will receive a fresh set of Daily Dispatches generated by Fleet Command. Troopers can do one refresh of the missions list per 24-hours. Currently Command has 47 Critical Dispatches in rotation with more being added. Successful completion of Daily Missions will grant additional combat experience and contribute toward long-term DSV Service Record milestones.
DSV Service Record
The DSV Service Record System has been established to permanently document a Trooper’s military career and recognize exceptional contributions to the war effort. Every confirmed combat action, operational deployment, battlefield specialization, and successful mission contributes toward a growing Service Record reviewed by Federal Command.
As Service Record milestones are completed, Troopers will earn Career Experience, advancing their standing within the Mobile Infantry and demonstrating their commitment to humanity’s survival.
For the full list of Update 11 changes, check out the official patch notes. New key art, and a community video “HIT THE SHOWER” can be found here:
Offworld and Knights Peak have also released a new Supporter Cosmetic Pack, The Tesla Giants Supporter Pack is available for download at $2.99. Players can show their support for the Tesla Giants, the legendary Jump Ball team from Zander Barcalow’s high school. Inspired by the team’s dominance on the court, this cosmetic pack lets Troopers bring that same winning spirit to the battlefield.
Dark Sky Films and Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, have announced the return of TEXAS CHAIN SAW DAY, the annual nationwide celebration of THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE. Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, which drew fans to more than 900 theatres nationwide and finished as the #2 horror film at the domestic box office that day, the one-night-only event returns to theatres on August 18, 2026.
Commemorated on the date of the events in the film, TEXAS CHAIN SAW DAY invites audiences across the country to experience THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE on the big screen, remastered in 4K, and surrounded by fellow horror fans.
More than five decades after its release and following its selection for preservation by the Library of Congress’ National Film Registry, the landmark horror classic continues to captivate audiences and influence generations of filmmakers worldwide. Most recently, acclaimed Obsession filmmaker Curry Barker, who has been tapped to direct A24’s upcoming reimagining of the Texas Chain Saw franchise, has pointed to the original film as a foundational influence on his vision for the series’ future.
What began as a one-time celebration quickly became a fan-favorite theatrical event, drawing enthusiastic audiences nationwide and reaffirming the enduring cultural impact of Tobe Hooper’s groundbreaking masterpiece.
“Last year’s response exceeded our expectations and proved that audiences still want to experience THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE the way it was meant to be seen — together, on the big screen,” said Justin DiPietro, Executive Vice President of MPI and Dark Sky Films. “We’re thrilled to make TEXAS CHAIN SAW DAY an annual event and continue celebrating a film whose impact on horror and popular culture remains unmatched.”
“TEXAS CHAIN SAW DAY captures everything that makes moviegoing special: passionate fans, a beloved film and the shared excitement of experiencing it together in a theatre,” said Ray Nutt, Chief Executive Officer at Fathom Entertainment. “Fathom is pleased to partner with Dark Sky Films and establish an annual tradition and welcome the Chain Saw faithful back to cinemas for another unforgettable celebration of one of horror’s most influential films.”
Long before modern horror franchises redefined the genre, THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE shocked audiences with its raw realism, relentless suspense and unforgettable villain, Leatherface. Widely regarded as one of the most influential horror films ever made, its legacy continues to endure more than 50 years after its original release, inspiring filmmakers and terrifying audiences across generations.
Tickets for TEXAS CHAIN SAW DAY will be available online on July 21, 2026, and at participating theatre box offices (theatre locations are subject to change). For more information, please visit Fathom Entertainment.
Echoes of Revolution, a free city-scale augmented reality experience set in the world of Assassin’s Creed® III, launches today in lower Manhattan and downtown Boston.
Developed by Welsh creative technology studio Sugar Creative in partnership with Ubisoft, the experience takes place in the streets where the events of the American Revolution happened. In each city, the app guides players to ten location-based experiences at GPS coordinates of sites of historical significance. Once on location, players use their mobile device to access augmented reality content featuring imagery from the worlds of Assassin’s Creed III and Assassin’s Creed Rogue, which feature meticulously researched depictions of 18th-century New York and Boston. Each location combines historical storytelling with interactive elements that bring the past to life. The ten experiences can be played in any order for a total runtime of roughly 90 minutes per city.
“Echoes of Revolution: NYC” is built on the historical expertise and curatorial vision of the NYC Revolutionary Trail, developed by Gotham Center for New York City History. Players will experience pivotal moments including the defence of the Hudson, the raising of a Liberty Pole at City Hall Park, and the British occupation.
“Echoes of Revolution: Boston” is developed with the historical guidance and support of Revolutionary Spaces, Boston’s leading organisation for Revolutionary-era history and custodian of the Old South Meeting House and the Old State House. Players will experience key revolutionary moments including the Boston Tea Party and the intelligence networks centred at the Green Dragon Tavern.
The experience is powered by Niantic Spatial’s visual positioning technology, which makes augmented reality content available at a specific GPS position with incredible accuracy.
“Ubisoft is excited about using the worlds of Assassin’s Creed III and Assassin’s Creed Rogue to bring key moments of the American Revolution to life for visitors exploring the streets of Boston and New York City.” – Amy Jenkins-Le Guerroué, Strategic Alliances Director, Ubisoft
“Projects of this ambition depend entirely on the quality of the people you work with. We’ve been fortunate to find in Gotham Center, Revolutionary Spaces and Ubisoft partners who care as much about getting it right as we do. It’s a source of real pride that it’s a Welsh studio helping to bring New York’s and Boston’s revolutionary stories back to life.” – Jason Veal, Managing Director, Sugar Creative
“From the perspective of the Old State House and Old South Meeting House–two of Boston’s most significant historic sites–we are absolutely ecstatic to have Echoes of Revolution launching this summer, It’s great to have a new way to engage with Boston’s incredible Revolutionary history landscape for the America250 celebrations and beyond. Audiences we don’t usually see will have a great reason to explore.” Matthew Wilding, Senior Director of Interpretation & Future Planning for Revolutionary Spaces
“New York City has long deserved a ‘freedom trail’ to spotlight its centrality in the American Revolution. But now thanks to Ubisoft and Sugar Creative, we can give people a rich visual and experiential sense of what it was like to live through this harrowing, inspiring, dramatic, foundational moment in history.” – Peter Aigner, Director, The Gotham Center for New York City History
“Geospatial AI is redefining what’s possible at the intersection of the physical and digital worlds and we’re thrilled to support Sugar Creative and Ubisoft in bringing these ambitious experiences to life. Our new and improved Visual Positioning System is a foundational technology for city-scale immersive storytelling, anchoring the world of Assassin’s Creed to the historic locations that inspired these adventures.” – Joe Gabriel, Senior Partnerships Manager at Niantic Spatial.
Echoes of Revolution will be available to download free on iOS and Android from June 2026. For more information, visit echoesofrevolution.com.
