“RUST MOON” Looks Ominous, Cyberpunk Action/“FFT: War of the Lions” Mobile Update/“Torneko Remaster” Fixes [Weekly Spa-Ran 10/16-]

It’s time for the Weekly GameSpark Rankings—or “Weekly Spa-Ran” for short—featuring the top 5 most-read articles published on Game*Spark from Friday, October 16, 2026, through Thursday, October 22, 2026.This is perfect for those who want a quick recap of the week or are too busy to read everything in detail!

No. 5—“FFT: The War of the Lions” Mobile Version Gets a Major Update Now

On October 19, 2026, Square Enix released an update for *Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions*, available on iOS and Android.

*Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions* is a remake of *Final Fantasy Tactics* that was originally released for the PSP in 2007. It was ported to iOS in 2011 and to Android in 2013, and is still available today.

This update adds support for game controllers, introduces a double-speed feature, revamps the battle UI, enables 60fps gameplay, and fixes various bugs.

While *Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles*, a remastered version of the original, is available for current-generation PCs and consoles, *The War of the Lion* offers its own unique appeal.With additional elements such as jobs like the “Onion Knight” and “Dark Knight,” as well as the ability to recruit characters like “Balflear” from *FF12* and “Russo” from *FFTA2*, this version offers a distinct experience compared to *Ivalice Chronicles*, which did not include these features.

*FFT: The War of the Lion* for iOS/Android Finally Gets a Major Update—Enjoy Elements Not Found in the Remastered Version, Such as the “Onion Knight” and “Balflear” from *FF12* | Game*Spark – Domestic and International Gaming News Site

There are also elements exclusive to *War of the Lions*.

https://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/10/20/173823.htmlRead more »

4th Place—“Torneko Remaster” Update Adjusts Pacing and Message Text for a More Natural Feel

On October 19, 2026, an update for *Torneko’s Great Adventure: Mystery Dungeon—A Slightly Wonderful Remaster* was released for all platforms.

The timing between when music starts playing and when players can take an action during sound effect playback, as well as the pacing of battle message displays, have been adjusted.In addition, fixes were implemented for monster behavior—including how monsters split, issues with chain reactions from explosive rocks, and actions triggered by traps—as well as adjustments to improve the readability of dialogue in Japanese, and a fix for an issue where controller buttons remained stuck.

Furthermore, numerous other bugs have been fixed, including freezes after message displays, an inability to stop while dashing diagonally, issues with saves not being saved properly, and errors in achievements and the bestiary. In particular, the “adjustments to the readability of Japanese text” have resulted in more natural line breaks in messages, making the text generally easier to read.Issues such as being unable to move during the fanfare when leveling up and a slight delay in message log updates during monster battles have also been fixed.

*Torneko’s Great Adventure: Mystery Dungeon – A Slightly Wonderful Remaster* is now available for PC (Steam/Google Play PC), PS5, XBOX Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android for 3,520 yen (3,500 yen for iOS and Android).

Update for *Torneko’s Great Adventure: Mystery Dungeon – A Slightly Wonderful Remaster* Released. Fixes Include Stuttering During Level-Up and Message Text Issues | Game*Spark - Domestic and International Gaming News Site

The issue with hard-to-read messages has finally been fixed.

https://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/10/20/173816.htmlRead more »

3rd Place—Voice actor and actor Dai Tsuchida, known for his roles as G5 Iguazu in “Armored Core 6” and Ikki in “Yakuza,” has passed away

On October 20, the voice acting agency 81 Produce announced that Dai Tsuchida, a voice actor and actor under their management, had passed away on October 11 due to heart failure. He was 54 years old. According to the family’s wishes, the funeral was held privately with only close relatives in attendance.

Tsuchida also brought many characters to life in the gaming industry. In *ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON*,he voiced “G5 Iguazu,” a pilot belonging to the “Red Gun” AC unit of Bayram Industries. He delivered a passionate performance as this deeply human character, who harbored a strong rivalry with the protagonist, leaving a lasting impression on many players.

Additionally, in the *Yakuza* series, he played “Ikki,” the owner of “Stardust,” Kamurocho’s top host club, and has been beloved since the series’ early days as a reliable ally to the protagonist, Kazuma Kiryu.

Voice actor and actor Dai Tsuchida, known for his roles as G5 Iguazu in *Armored Core 6* and Ikki in the *Yakuza* series, has passed away at the age of 54—he was also active as Saizou in *Ninja Sentai Kakuranger* | Game*Spark - Domestic and International Gaming News Site

He enjoyed a wide-ranging career, including roles as G5 Iguazu in *Armored Core 6*, Ikki in the *Yakuza* series, and Ninja Blue/Saizou in *Ninja Sentai Kakuranger*.

https://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/10/20/173828.htmlRead more »

2nd Place—A Disturbing Sci-Fi Side-Scroller Featuring a Beautiful Girl with a Cyborg Body Implanted with Military Chips [Asian Indie Discoveries!]

“Asian Indie Discoveries!” introduces charming Asian indie games—both new and old—that aren’t yet widely known. In the first half of October 2026, “Asian Indie Discoveries!” features four titles, including the sci-fi side-scroller *RUST MOON*, starring a beautiful young woman with a cybernetic body implanted with a military chip.

*RUST MOON* is a cyberpunk side-scrolling action game developed by moonbell studio.Set in a dystopian world where people’s lives are controlled by AI, this sci-fi action game depicts a battle to recover lost memories. In this world, while people are promised eternal happiness, every aspect of society is dominated by the system—to the point where those who fall behind on payments are sent to facilities known as “Dream Capsules.”

The player takes on the role of “ALPHA-7,” a young girl whose memories have been rewritten by an unknown entity. In search of her past, she enhances herself by swapping out chips in her cybernetic body and uses firearms and swords to eliminate the threats that stand in her way.

The setting features subtle elements that stir the player’s unease—such as a military chip embedded in the protagonist’s body that connects to a personality suppression zone—which, combined with the dystopian world-building, creates a sense of foreboding.The game is scheduled for release in 2026 and will support Japanese. A demo version is currently available on the store page.

A sci-fi side-scroller featuring a beautiful cyborg girl with an implanted military chip has an unsettling vibe. A mecha action game inspired by “Itano Circus” also has a demo available! Asian Indie Discoveries! [First Half of October 2026] | Game*Spark - Domestic and International Game Information Site

We introduce charming Asian games (primarily from China and South Korea) that aren’t yet widely known, as well as indie games that are generating buzz in certain countries—regardless of whether they’re new or old. If a title catches your eye, add it to your Steam wishlist and let’s quietly encourage developers to add Japanese language support.

https://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/10/18/173754.htmlRead more »

No. 1—RGG Studio Issues Memorial Statement Following the Passing of Dai Tsuchida

RGG Studio’s official X account released a memorial statement following the passing of voice actor and actor Dai Tsuchida. The statement reads, “All of us at RGG Studio offer our deepest condolences and pray from the bottom of our hearts for his eternal rest.”

Tsuchida played “Ikki,” the owner of the host club “Stardust,” a familiar setting in the *Yakuza* series.In the latest installment, *Yakuza 8*, he appeared in “Ending Note”—a feature where one of the dual protagonists, Kazuma Kiryu, reflects on his memories and life—and this marked Mr. Tsuchida’s final appearance in the series.

Following the news of the passing of voice actor and actor Dai Tsuchida, RGG Studio released a memorial statement. In the *Yakuza* series, he played “Ikki,” the owner of “Stardust” | Game*Spark - Domestic and International Gaming News Site

He also appeared in *Yakuza 8*.

https://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/10/20/173838.htmlRead more »

Mr. Tsuchida was also active in various other works, including voicing Lightning McQueen in “CARS” and Grisha Jaeger in “Attack on Titan.” Additionally, in tokusatsu productions, he had a regular role as Ninja Blue in “Ninja Sentai Kakuranger.”We offer our heartfelt condolences and pray for the repose of Dai Tsuchida’s soul.