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Bandai Namco  showed off the first English gameplay from Digimon Survive at Anime Expo 2022 today. We’ve seen plenty of trailers thus far and some footage in Japanese, but this is our first proper look at the localized build.

You can learn more about Digimon Survive by checking out the following overview:

mario rabbids sparks of hope origins surprising

Speaking with Nintendo Everything, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope producer Xavier Manzanares has discussed the origins of the project and how it came to be.

According to Manzanares, the team first sat down around Summer 2018 and discussed what the future could be. Having a follow-up be “surprising” was key, and making it stand out from Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle was important in order to move forward. That led to a change in how Sparks of Hope handles battles as well as expanding the scope to allow for more exploration and gameplay features.

Mario Golf: Super Rush Waluigi

Mario Golf: Super Rush is now offering players a chance to unlock Waluigi’s classic overalls as part of the latest Ranked Match reward. His look is iconic to fans, but we also have a look at the design above.

You can unlock the alternate costume for Waluigi by reaching the rank of A- or above in the online Ranked Match mode. The game provides points each time you play a round, and you can earn even more by performing well and defeating higher ranked opponents. Once you’ve unlocked Waluigi’s overalls in Mario Golf: Super Rush, head to the character select screen, hover over the character, and press the “L” button to swap.

Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris Switch

Following speculation earlier this week about a potential Switch port of Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris, the news has been made official. Bandai Namco revealed the news at Anime Expo 2022 today.

The game includes the first four “Ancient Apostles” free updates. Additional free/paid DLC is also said to be arriving later.

fire emblem warriors three hopes developer interview

In the latest issue of Nintendo Dream, the Japanese magazine published a lengthy interview with some of the developers that worked on Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes. Development producer Hideo Suzuki, producer Yosuke Hayashi, and director Hayato Iwata participated in the discussion.

This was a significant discussion coming in at over 5,000 words. The group touched on a variety of topics, including how the Switch title came to be, Byleth and his role in the game, Shez, the weapon triangle, implementation of Camp and Facilities, and more.

You can catch up on our full translation below.

My Hero Ultra Rumble west English

At Anime Expo 2022, Bandai Namco published a new trailer for My Hero Ultra Rumble. This is also the first time we’ve technically received confirmation that the game is releasing in the west.

My Hero Ultra Rumble is a 24-player battle royale title that’s set in the My Hero Academia universe. Further information will follow at a later date.

Pac-Man World Re-Pac first gameplay

Bandai Namco is at Anime Expo 2022 this weekend, and during a live stream, showed a brief bit of gameplay from Pac-Man World Re-Pac.

Pac-Man World Re-Pac is a remake of the original action-platformer from the PS1. Bandai Namco announced the title in a Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase this week.

AI: The Somnium Files - nirvanA Initiative review

System: Switch
Release Date: June 24, 2022
Developer: Spike Chunsoft
Publisher: Spike Chunsoft


As a core gamer, I’d never thought I’d find my bearings at the helm of a murder mystery title, much less a point-and-click adventure, but AI: The Somnium Files – nirvanA Initiative is out now, and sometimes its just the right time to break the mold and start something new. I’ve spent a full week delving into the secrets and story twists, so let’s take a look together and see what I’ve been missing out on.

Dreamscaper physical

Thanks to Limited Run Games, Dreamscaper will have a physical release on Switch.

Fans can choose between two options: a standard version and collector’s edition. With the collector’s edition, you’ll receive a copy of the game, a reversible poster, 50-page artbook, and original soundtrack.

RWBY Arrowfell details and trailer

WayForward, Rooster Teeth, and Arc System Works today revealed new gameplay details and a fresh look at RWBY: Arrowfell. A new trailer has come in as well, showing an updated look at combat, puzzles, visuals, and play mechanics.

Here’s the full rundown from WayForward:


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