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Foxes double-jump, crows soar! Roguelike action “13Z -Thirteen Zodiac Chronicles-” play report: trials for the 13th zodiac [TGS2026]
This game captivates players with its unique world inspired by the Chinese zodiac and its exhilarating action. Here’s our hands-on report from TGS 2026.
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What If “Vampire Survivors” Became Open World? We Tried “Mana Alchemy” — Forge Magic, Build Freely, and Talked to the Devs
"Mana Alchemy" is a highly anticipated title that blends classic Van Sabra-style combat with open-world exploration, grimoire puzzles, and magical alchemy. We take a closer look at its appeal through a hands-on report and a developer interview!
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"Jajamaru's Hyakki Yagyo Den" Proved a Truly Hardcore Hack-and-Slash—Hands-On Report on Its Varied Weapons and Epic Boss Fights
The balance between the risk of taking damage and the rewards of attacking—whether in battles against regular enemies or bosses—is excellent, so I’m really looking forward to this game’s release.
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Has “AVA RE:BIRTH” Truly Been “Reborn”? When a New Player Tried Out the CBT, They Faced a Harsh Reality for a New FPS in 2026
Playing the "AVA RE:BIRTH" CBT from a New Player's Perspective: We Explored the Sense of "Rebirth" Through the UI, PvPvE, and Equipment System.
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Command your Kobuns to the beat! We play “Ratatan” from the creator of “Patapon”—a hectic, roguelike-infused adventure [Play Report]
Gucchoi!
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It’s not just about customizing your character’s chest! “AION2,” with stunning character creation, is also a solid classic MMORPG [Gameplay Report]
Meticulous Modeling
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[Terukazu Yoshida's Picture Diary] What Happens If You Watch It All the Way Through? The Meta-Horror Video "Taro-kun Came In"
This time, I’m playing *Taro-kun Came In*, a PC game released by YAMI GAMES! This meta-horror game follows a streamer who specializes in exploring ruins as he visits a certain village; as you watch his video, you’ll uncover what happened to him.
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Is life in a city aglow with neon lights tough? Live the dream as a business owner in the cyberpunk management adventure *Nivalis Nights*!!PR
In a cyberpunk society where opportunity and danger go hand in hand, how will players survive!?
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"Phantom Blade Zero" 6-Hour Hands-On: Fast, Satisfying Sword Combat in a Wuxia World Worth Exploring
I attended a media preview event held in Beijing, China, and got an early hands-on with *Phantom Blade Zero* for about six hours. From the exhilaration of high-speed swordplay and the unique “rhythm” that emerges from the back-and-forth with enemies, …
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“Truckful”: a physics delivery ADV in a mysterious rural town—deliver cargo safely, sometimes off-road [Play Report]
It's a peaceful rural area, but could there be some kind of terrifying secret lurking here...?
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A “Delicious” Dungeon Even in Defeat—“Magical Girl Yuusha-chan and the Labyrinth of Lust”: A Roguelike with Gacha and “Bundling”
Don't let the title fool you. At its core, it was a turn-based roguelike packed with satisfying gameplay that carries on the legacy of the “Mystery Dungeon” series.
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A full remake after 33 years! “Baseball Fighting League Man: Bases Loaded” is tough but fun—new animations improve action [TGS2026]
The fully remade "Leigman" was a challenging game with fun action.
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"We Aimed to Create a City-Building Sim That Doesn't Destroy Nature": Play Report & Interview on Coral Reef Sim “Life Below” [TGS2026]PR
Here’s a play report and an interview with the developers of “Life Below,” a city-building simulation where you protect and nurture a paradise for marine life featuring beautiful coral reefs.
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The moment you reel in the “big one,” the gray landscape comes back to life. A play report on the soul-cleansing fishing RPG *My Fishing Diary*
Yasuhiro Wada of *Harvest Moon* fame is developing a fishing game with a "Japanese" theme!
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A Sneak Peek at “ARC Raiders”' New “Pendra Pass” Map: Snowfields, a Giant ARC, and a Three-Person Gondola Spark New Escapes
The long-awaited major update. Free-to-play and sales are also underway!
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Endurance, or―? In “GUNDAM ROGUE ORBIT,” the battle begins with “building.” We try the customization options and new missions [Play Report]
It’s precisely because you can’t equip everything with the strongest parts that you can create your very own Gundam Helix.
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Newcomers to “Kingdom Hearts” can dive in with “Kingdom Hearts Collection [I–III]”! A perfect chance to catch up now.
Actually, I’m part of the generation that’s been playing video games since around the time the first *Kingdom Hearts* was released. Despite that, I’d never had the chance to play any games in the series until now, so this was essentially my first tim…
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Bury, revive, and put them to work… Is the lone graveyard keeper at his limit!? Play report on busier “Graveyard Keeper 2”
Zombies are a huge help with gathering, crafting, and combat! They’re essential allies who help you navigate this overwhelmingly busy world.