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· Oct 28
Reintroducing Siliconera+ Ad-Free Subscription
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We’re relaunching Siliconera+! For $1.99, you’ll see no ads, be entered into a monthly contest for a free game, and vote on which games we prioritize covering each month! Learn more here: www.siliconera.com/reintroducin...
Here are all the NIKKE Lycoris Recoil characters and costumes on the way: www.siliconera.com/goddess-of-v...
Goddess of Victory: NIKKE Lycoris Recoil Characters Detailed
See the SSR Chisato Nishikigi and Takina Inoue and SR Kurumi Lycoris Recoil characters headed to Goddess of Victory: NIKKE.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Here are all the NIKKE Lycoris Recoil characters and costumes on the way: www.siliconera.com/goddess-of-v...
The Zenless Zone Zero Angels of Delusion are the latest characters to hang out with Sanrio mascots. www.siliconera.com/zenless-zone...
Zenless Zone Zero Characters Paired With Sanrio Mascots
Merchandise of the Angels of Delusion characters from Zenless Zone Zero hanging out with Sanrio mascsots will appear in GiGO stores.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:45 PM
The Zenless Zone Zero Angels of Delusion are the latest characters to hang out with Sanrio mascots. www.siliconera.com/zenless-zone...
Masahiro Sakurai announced his cat Fukurashi died. www.siliconera.com/masahiro-sak...
Masahiro Sakurai's Famous Pet Cat Fukurashi Died
Masahiro Sakurai announced that his pet cat Fukurashi died at morning on February 6, 2026, at his residence in Japan.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Masahiro Sakurai announced his cat Fukurashi died. www.siliconera.com/masahiro-sak...
It turns out Mewgenics ended up being very much worth the wait. www.siliconera.com/review-mewge...
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February 6, 2026 at 6:44 PM
It turns out Mewgenics ended up being very much worth the wait. www.siliconera.com/review-mewge...
You can also see the English Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase reveals on our site: www.siliconera.com/february-202...
February 2026 Nintendo Partner Showcase Roundup
Here is the full round-up of third-party Switch and Switch 2 games that were shown off at the February 2026 Nintendo Partner Showcase.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:40 PM
You can also see the English Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase reveals on our site: www.siliconera.com/february-202...
Catch up with all the Japanese Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase reveals here: www.siliconera.com/all-games-sh...
All Games Shown in Japanese February 2026 Nintendo Direct
The Japanese February 2026 Nintendo Direct revealed numerous third-party games, starting with a new Powerful Pro Baseball entry.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Catch up with all the Japanese Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase reveals here: www.siliconera.com/all-games-sh...
Wark! Final Fantasy Nendoroids are finally on the way, with the first being Warrior of Light from FFI and three FFXIV Scions confirmed. www.siliconera.com/final-fantas...
Final Fantasy Nendoroids Cover FFI and FFXIV Characters
Final Fantasy Nendoroids are on the way, with the figures covering FFI, three FFXIV characters, and a Chocobo Nendoroid.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Wark! Final Fantasy Nendoroids are finally on the way, with the first being Warrior of Light from FFI and three FFXIV Scions confirmed. www.siliconera.com/final-fantas...
Learn more about the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined remake in our latest interview: www.siliconera.com/interview-wo...
Interview: Working on the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Remake
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Producer Takeshi Ichikawa spoke to Siliconera about preparing the sequel and its changes.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Learn more about the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined remake in our latest interview: www.siliconera.com/interview-wo...
The Hololive manga holoWitches ended, and there's Vtuber merchandise to celebrate. www.siliconera.com/holowitches-...
holoWitches Pop-Up Shops Mark End of Hololive Manga
Card Lab Gamers will run Magical Girl holoWitches pop-up and fair stores to mark the manga conclusion and anime publications in early 2026.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:46 PM
The Hololive manga holoWitches ended, and there's Vtuber merchandise to celebrate. www.siliconera.com/holowitches-...
Don't miss tomorrow's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase to learn about new Switch 1 and 2 games! www.siliconera.com/first-2026-n...
First 2026 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Looks at Switch 1 and 2 Games
There'll be a February 2026 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase for third-party Switch 1 and 2 games showing up worldwide this week.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Don't miss tomorrow's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase to learn about new Switch 1 and 2 games! www.siliconera.com/first-2026-n...
Nioh 3 is quite a trip and an enjoyable journey to become a warrior and shogun. www.siliconera.com/review-nioh-...
Review: Nioh 3 Is Accessible and Ferocious
Nioh 3 makes considerable changes that feel second nature to the essence of the series and makes for its most exciting and accessible title.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Nioh 3 is quite a trip and an enjoyable journey to become a warrior and shogun. www.siliconera.com/review-nioh-...
There's a book about Hideki Kamiya headed to Japan. www.siliconera.com/book-about-h...
Book About Hideki Kamiya Appears in April
Kadokawa will publish a book detailing the works of Hideki Kamiya in games like Bayonetta, Okami, and Devil May Cry in April 2026.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:43 PM
There's a book about Hideki Kamiya headed to Japan. www.siliconera.com/book-about-h...
Baby Waluigi with the Spiny Racket or Volcano Racket feels so good in Mario Tennis Fever. www.siliconera.com/preview-mari...
Preview: Mario Tennis Fever New Characters and Rackets Feel Fun
While new Mario Tennis Fever characters are fun options, the rackets made me feel like I was actually preparing for a fight thanks to Fever Shots.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Baby Waluigi with the Spiny Racket or Volcano Racket feels so good in Mario Tennis Fever. www.siliconera.com/preview-mari...
When going through the Grace sections in Resident Evil Requiem, make sure to take advantage of floorplans and what you know about your stalkers to survive. www.siliconera.com/preview-resi...
Preview: Resident Evil Requiem Grace Sections Feel Thoughtful
Going hands-on with an early Resident Evil Requiem Grace section on the Switch 2 felt like a return to form.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:43 PM
When going through the Grace sections in Resident Evil Requiem, make sure to take advantage of floorplans and what you know about your stalkers to survive. www.siliconera.com/preview-resi...
The Bellabel Park area in Super Mario Wonder Switch 2 Edition feels like an opportunity to use existing framework for more varied multiplayer fun. www.siliconera.com/preview-supe...
Preview: Super Mario Bros Wonder Switch 2 Edition Feels More About Multiplayer
It feels like the local Super Mario Bros. Wonder Nintendo Switch 2 Edition multiplayer options feel most exhilarating.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:42 PM
The Bellabel Park area in Super Mario Wonder Switch 2 Edition feels like an opportunity to use existing framework for more varied multiplayer fun. www.siliconera.com/preview-supe...
The Virtual Boy Switch and Switch 2 peripheral feels a lot like the original device, and I was really excited to play The Mansion of Innsmouth for the first time. www.siliconera.com/preview-swit...
Preview: Switch and Switch 2 Virtual Boy Feels True to Form
After going hands-on with the Switch and Switch 2 Virtual Boy, it feels quite faithful to the original device.
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February 3, 2026 at 2:37 PM
The Virtual Boy Switch and Switch 2 peripheral feels a lot like the original device, and I was really excited to play The Mansion of Innsmouth for the first time. www.siliconera.com/preview-swit...
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined feels like a new way of telling a familiar JRPG story. www.siliconera.com/review-drago...
Review: Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Shakes Up a Classic
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined makes some big changes to the classic game, but do they make it better? Read our full review. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined makes some big changes to the classic game, but do...
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February 3, 2026 at 2:35 PM
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined feels like a new way of telling a familiar JRPG story. www.siliconera.com/review-drago...
The Resident Evil Requiem infected enemies are going to have personalities this time. www.siliconera.com/resident-evi...
Resident Evil Requiem Infected Enemies Have Personalities
In an interview with 4Gamer, Resident Evil Requiem director Koshi Nakanishi discussed the synergy between unique AIs of the enemies.
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January 27, 2026 at 8:24 PM
The Resident Evil Requiem infected enemies are going to have personalities this time. www.siliconera.com/resident-evi...
Good Smile Company is preparing to reveal Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Danganronpa V3, Persona 30th Anniversary, Trigun Stargaze, and other figures at a Nendoroid Funs showcase next month. www.siliconera.com/persona-expe...
Persona, Expedition 33, and Danganronpa Nendoroid Figures Teased
Figures based on characters from 34 games and anime like Expedition 33 and Persona will appear at Nendoroid Funs Winter 2026.
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January 27, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Good Smile Company is preparing to reveal Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Danganronpa V3, Persona 30th Anniversary, Trigun Stargaze, and other figures at a Nendoroid Funs showcase next month. www.siliconera.com/persona-expe...
The Virtual Boy Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack debut will include major games and previously unreleased titles. www.siliconera.com/7-virtual-bo...
7 Virtual Boy Games Will Be Playable on Nintendo Switch Online at Launch
7 Virtual Boy games will be part of Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack at launch, followed by 9 more in 2026.
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January 27, 2026 at 5:19 PM
The Virtual Boy Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack debut will include major games and previously unreleased titles. www.siliconera.com/7-virtual-bo...
A Kamen Rider Agito movie is headed to Japan this year. www.siliconera.com/new-kamen-ri...
New Kamen Rider Agito Movie Announced
Toei has revealed a new movie based on the 2001 TV show Kamen Rider Agito. It will launch first in Japanese theaters in late April 2026.
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January 27, 2026 at 5:18 PM
A Kamen Rider Agito movie is headed to Japan this year. www.siliconera.com/new-kamen-ri...
TR-49 is lots of fun if you enjoy reading and scouring data. www.siliconera.com/review-tr-49...
Review: TR-49 Makes Data Analysis Enjoyable
TR-49 is a perfect type of puzzle for people who love reading through tons of data to complete intricate investigations.
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January 27, 2026 at 5:18 PM
TR-49 is lots of fun if you enjoy reading and scouring data. www.siliconera.com/review-tr-49...
Hololive Vtubers are getting the Funko Pop treatment, and three members from the English and Japanese branches are the first being turned into figures. www.siliconera.com/3-hololive-v...
3 Hololive Vtuber Funko Pop Figures Revealed
Three Hololive Vtubers are now part of the Funko Pop line of figures, with Calliope Mori, Kiara Takanashi, and Sakura Miko in the collection.
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January 27, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Hololive Vtubers are getting the Funko Pop treatment, and three members from the English and Japanese branches are the first being turned into figures. www.siliconera.com/3-hololive-v...
Both Dead Cells and Palworld are headed to Terraria this month. www.siliconera.com/1-4-5-terrar...
1.4.5 Terraria Patch Adds Dead Cells and Palworld Crossovers
There's a big 1.4.5 Terraria patch coming this week, and Bigger and Boulder adds Dead Cells equipment and Palworld Pals.
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January 26, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Both Dead Cells and Palworld are headed to Terraria this month. www.siliconera.com/1-4-5-terrar...
There are new video guidelines for the Yu-Gi-Oh trading card game. www.siliconera.com/konami-share...
Konami Shares Yu-Gi-Oh Video Guidelines
Konami has shared its guidelines for uploading and sharing gameplay videos of the Yu-Gi-Oh OCG or video games.
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January 26, 2026 at 8:08 PM
There are new video guidelines for the Yu-Gi-Oh trading card game. www.siliconera.com/konami-share...