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Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon: Classic HD Arrives in English, 33 Years After Its Japan-Only Debut
gaming1 month ago

Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon: Classic HD Arrives in English, 33 Years After Its Japan-Only Debut

Square Enix has released Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon: Classic HD in English for the first time, 33 years after its original 1993 SNES launch. The game, developed by Spike Chunsoft, is the first Dragon Quest spin-off and the direct precursor to the Shiren the Wanderer and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon franchises. This remaster features HD visuals, widescreen support, and a new 'streamer mode' where chat viewers vote on gameplay rules. It is available now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Switch, and Switch 2.

Nintendo eShop Hosts Major Bandai Namco and Spike Chunsoft Sales in Late August 2026
gaming1 month ago

Nintendo eShop Hosts Major Bandai Namco and Spike Chunsoft Sales in Late August 2026

Bandai Namco and Spike Chunsoft have launched significant publisher sales on the Nintendo eShop, running from late August through early September 2026. Bandai Namco’s sale, active until September 10, features deep discounts on titles like Ace Combat 7, Tales of Arise, and Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero for both Switch and Switch 2. Spike Chunsoft’s 'Blockbuster Sale,' running from August 27 to September 9, offers up to 90% off titles including Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc and AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES. These events coincide with the recent launch of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 and a broader market shift where physical game sales have hit historic lows.

Nintendo Launches 2026 Blockbuster Sale with Deep Discounts on Third-Party Titles
gaming1 month ago

Nintendo Launches 2026 Blockbuster Sale with Deep Discounts on Third-Party Titles

Nintendo has launched its 2026 Blockbuster Sale on the eShop, running from August 27 to September 9, 2026. The event features significant discounts on third-party titles for both the Nintendo Switch and the newer Switch 2, with some games reduced by up to 80-84%. Notable deals include 'Red Dead Redemption' for $24.99, 'The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition' for $29.99, and 'Marvel Cosmic Invasion' for $19.49. Spike Chunsoft titles, such as 'Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc,' are discounted by up to 90%.

gaming2 months ago

Danganronpa 2x2 expands Slayhem with longer story, aiming for 2027 release

Spike Chunsoft showcased Danganronpa 2x2 at Anime Expo, revealing a longer Slayhem scenario bundled with a revamped original game. The team explained the expanded scope comes from the narrative growing across titles, with the world map switching to an isometric 3D view for clearer navigation. The new scenario is written by Yoichiro Koizumi (with Takekuni Kitayama handling tricks), while Kazutaka Kodaka remains involved but not as sole writer. It’s due in Early 2027 on Switch 2, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with promises of fresh twists and different character arcs. Kodaka even jokes about not receiving hate mail no matter who dies in the story.

Danganronpa 2x2 Unveils Slayhem Scenario as Release Shifts to Early 2027
anime3 months ago

Danganronpa 2x2 Unveils Slayhem Scenario as Release Shifts to Early 2027

Spike Chunsoft revealed at Anime Expo 2026 that Danganronpa 2x2 will include a brand-new Slayhem Scenario, a 20% longer story that runs alongside the remake with a redesigned world map; the release has slipped from 2026 to early 2027, and players are advised to play the original story first, with the studio even suggesting GTA 6 as a way to pass the wait.

Danganronpa 2x2 Teases Slayhem, Delayed to Early 2027
games3 months ago

Danganronpa 2x2 Teases Slayhem, Delayed to Early 2027

Spike Chunsoft announced at Anime Expo that Danganronpa 2x2 will include a new 35-hour alternate scenario titled 'Slayhem,' five hours longer with 20% more content than the original, and has been delayed to early 2027 across Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with updated visuals, new voice actors for Monomi/Monokuma, and a deluxe Psycho Tropical Vacation Package.

"Spike Chunsoft Brings The Quintessential Quintuplets Games to the West"
gaming2 years ago

"Spike Chunsoft Brings The Quintessential Quintuplets Games to the West"

Spike Chunsoft is set to publish MAGES.' The Quintessential Quintuplets visual novels, including Memories of a Quintessential Summer and Five Memories Spent With You, in the west, as revealed by leaked English screenshots and artwork from the PlayStation Store. The games, originally released in Japan, may also be bundled in a "Double Pack," and it remains uncertain if the third installment or the compilation title will also be localized.

"Exploring the Fresh Features and Basics of Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island"
gaming2 years ago

"Exploring the Fresh Features and Basics of Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island"

Spike Chunsoft has released a new trailer for Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island, showcasing the upcoming roguelike RPG's fresh features. The game will take players to Serpentcoil Island to rescue a mysterious girl from a monster, navigating perilous dungeons and battling hostile monsters. New features include the Monster Dojo for practicing battling skills, Parallel Play to see how other adventurers are faring, and rescue options to extend gameplay. The game will be released on February 27th for the Nintendo Switch.

"Massive Savings on Nintendo Switch Games and Gifts - Limited Time Offers!"
gaming2 years ago

"Massive Savings on Nintendo Switch Games and Gifts - Limited Time Offers!"

Spike Chunsoft has launched its 'Festive Offers' eShop sale in Europe, offering discounts of up to 80% off select Nintendo Switch titles. Games like Danganronpa and AI: The Somnium Files are included in the sale, which runs until December 31, 2023. European players can take advantage of the discounted prices and pick up their favorite titles during the post-holiday period.

"Exploring Shiren the Wanderer: Unveiling Serpentcoil Island's Sumo Status, Behemoths, Sacred Items, Monster Dojo, and Fresh Faces"
gaming2 years ago

"Exploring Shiren the Wanderer: Unveiling Serpentcoil Island's Sumo Status, Behemoths, Sacred Items, Monster Dojo, and Fresh Faces"

Spike Chunsoft has revealed new details and screenshots for Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island. The game introduces Sumo Status, Behemoths, Sacred Items, the Monster Dojo, and new characters Hibiki, Sokusen, Tugai, and Seki. Players can power up Shiren with the Sumo status, encounter powerful Behemoths, gain advantages with Sacred Items, train in the Monster Dojo, and explore the new characters' stories. The game is set to release on January 25, 2024 in Japan and February 27, 2024 worldwide for the Nintendo Switch.

"Shiren the Wanderer: Unveiling Enhanced Live Display Mode and More on Serpentcoil Island"
gaming2 years ago

"Shiren the Wanderer: Unveiling Enhanced Live Display Mode and More on Serpentcoil Island"

Spike Chunsoft has revealed new details and screenshots for Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island, showcasing the game's enhanced Live Display Mode and other features that aim to provide a smoother and more convenient dungeon crawling experience. Players can track their steps on a mini-map, assign projectiles and magic Staves to a hotbar, and use "Handy Dash" for quick movement. The Live Display Mode presents important information on a single screen, making it ideal for streaming gameplay. Online elements such as rescues and parallel play will also be available.

Censorship Strikes Baldur's Gate 3 in Japanese Release
gaming2 years ago

Censorship Strikes Baldur's Gate 3 in Japanese Release

Spike Chunsoft has announced that certain explicit content, including nudity, sex scenes, and torture options, will be removed from the Japanese version of Baldur's Gate 3 in order to comply with CERO's Code of Ethics. These changes are meant to adhere to the banned expressions outlined in Appendix 3 of CERO's guidelines. The game will be released in Japan on December 21, 2023, and will be available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X.