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Among Us Story: On Guard — Free Demo Out Now on Steam

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Innersloth just dropped a free demo for Among Us Story: On Guard — and it is live on Steam right now. If you have been following the game since its reveal at Summer Game Fest on 5 June, today is the day to finally step into the role of Guard and start solving crimes aboard the MIRA Research & Development station.

Among Us Story: On Guard Reveal Trailer — via Innersloth on YouTube

What Is Among Us Story: On Guard?

This is a standalone, single-player narrative game set in the Among Us universe — and it takes the series in a very different direction. You play as Guard, a cynical security officer taking part in a Crewmate training simulation at MIRA Research & Development. Your job: identify the Impostor hiding among your colleagues, complete workplace tasks, and make sense of a mounting body count before things spiral completely out of control.

Think of it as a murder-mystery adventure wrapped inside the spaceship you already know by heart. You will explore familiar locations — the cafeteria, the laboratory — and piece together clues through dialogue and investigation rather than the usual real-time voting chaos. Innersloth is describing it as a “chaotic, silly, and bean-sized experience,” which sounds just right for the studio that built a social phenomenon out of a game about space beans.

Among Us Story: On Guard gameplay from the reveal trailer
Image courtesy of Innersloth

Multiple Endings and How Among Us Story On Guard Plays

The demo — and presumably the full game — features three distinct endings. The investigative choices you make directly shape how the mystery resolves, giving the game genuine replayability for something Innersloth has deliberately kept compact. They specifically designed it to respect your schedule rather than demand dozens of hours, which Singapore players juggling work, school, and everything else will appreciate.

The investigation loop follows a structure Innersloth calls MIRA: Meet the crewmates, Identify the Impostor, Reap the rewards of your investigation, and complete your tasks. It is familiar framing dressed up in something new — a real narrative mystery you untangle at your own pace.

Platforms and Singapore Access

Among Us Story: On Guard is heading to PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2, with Innersloth confirming more platforms are planned for the future. A full release date has not been announced yet, but the demo going live today signals the team is deep in development.

Singapore fans can grab the demo instantly — head to the Among Us Story: On Guard Steam page now. No region lock, no purchase needed. The original soundtrack is also available for pre-save starting today, if the Among Us musical vibes are your thing.

Last Words

The original Among Us had its biggest moment during the pandemic years, and Singapore was absolutely part of that wave — the game exploded across school groups, office Discord servers, and streaming channels here. On Guard feels like a genuine evolution rather than a cash-in: Innersloth is taking the universe they built and asking what a solo story set inside it could look like. The free demo is the perfect reason to find out today. Check out more gaming news on GameTrader while you wait for the download.

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Xenoblade Genesis: New World, New Hero — Switch 2 Exclusive in 2027

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Monolith Soft and Nintendo landed one of the Nintendo Direct’s most memorable moments: the reveal of Xenoblade Genesis, an all-new entry in the beloved RPG series built exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 and launching in 2027. From the look of the reveal trailer, this is a deliberate reinvention — same legendary team, completely fresh world.

Xenoblade Genesis – Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

A Brand-New World: Anshar and the Power of Anima

Xenoblade Genesis is set in Anshar, an annular world bathed in the light of six suns — a setting that immediately signals a break from both the colossal Titans of Xenoblade Chronicles and the Blades and Titans of Chronicles 2. The land is governed by a primordial force called Anima, described as the source of all things, flowing through the world and its creatures.

Warriors who can channel Anima in combat are known as Vesselai. They wield special weapons enhanced by crystalline artefacts called crystones, which amplify their abilities and — notably — record their thoughts and actions, adding an intriguing lore dimension to even the gear system. The trailer hints at sweeping vistas, enormous flying creatures, and a conflict with high stakes: the shadow of “a fallen god’s vengeance” looms over the narrative.

Xenoblade Genesis protagonist Eleanor
Image courtesy of Nintendo / Monolith Soft

Meet Eleanor — and the Academy of Leukos

The protagonist is Eleanor, who enrolls at Leukos, an academy that trains Vesselai. The academy framing immediately evokes Fire Emblem: Three Houses more than the open-world sprawl of Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and that’s clearly intentional — Genesis appears to root its early story in student politics and coming-of-age bonds before expanding into something larger.

Visually, Eleanor and her companions sport elf-like features, and the game’s rideable mounts — creatures that look like a wolf-horse hybrid — are already turning heads. Character designs come from Mai Yoneyama and PALOW, a pairing that brings distinct anime-art sensibilities to the Xenoblade aesthetic.

Leukos Academy in Xenoblade Genesis
Image courtesy of Nintendo / Monolith Soft

The Team Behind It

Tetsuya Takahashi directs, as he has on every major Xeno title from Xenogears (1998) onwards. The musical team is equally formidable: Yasunori Mitsuda — the composer behind Chrono Trigger, Xenogears, and Xenoblade Chronicles 2‘s sweeping original score — returns alongside Mariam Abounnasr and Minami Kiyota, both contributors to Xenoblade Chronicles 3. For JRPG fans, that lineup alone is reason to pay attention.

Switch 2 Editions for the Existing Trilogy

Nintendo also announced Switch 2 Edition upgrades for Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3, making the full modern trilogy accessible natively on Switch 2 ahead of Genesis‘s 2027 window. Pricing for those upgrades is to be confirmed.

Last Words

Singapore JRPG fans who have followed Monolith Soft’s work know the studio consistently punches above its weight — each Xenoblade entry has pushed the limits of Nintendo hardware to deliver genuinely massive, emotionally resonant worlds. Xenoblade Genesis looks set to continue that tradition with a fresh cast, a fresh setting, and the legendary Mitsuda back on the score. No price or local eShop listing yet, but 2027 is the window. Follow our News section for updates as they come.

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Kingdom Hearts IV Confirmed for Switch 2 — Plus Native Collection This October

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After years of cloud-only workarounds on Nintendo hardware, Kingdom Hearts is finally coming to Switch 2 the right way — natively. Square Enix used the Nintendo Direct on 9 June 2026 to drop a surprise gameplay trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV and confirm proper, non-cloud releases of the entire series on Nintendo Switch 2.

KINGDOM HEARTS IV Teaser Trailer | June 2026 — via KINGDOM HEARTS on YouTube

Kingdom Hearts IV on Switch 2: What We Know So Far

The new trailer brings our first extended look at Kingdom Hearts IV in years. Sora is back, fighting a colossal Heartless through the streets of Quadratum — the hyper-realistic modern city first glimpsed in the 2022 reveal — with a noticeably sharper, more cinematic art direction and fluid action combat. Square Enix confirmed that the game launches simultaneously on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. No official release date has been announced yet.

This is bigger news than it might look on the surface. Previous Kingdom Hearts games on Nintendo Switch were cloud-streamed — playable only with a live internet connection — which made the experience frustrating for many players. Kingdom Hearts IV confirmed as a native, day-one Switch 2 title is a genuine shift in how Square Enix is treating Nintendo hardware.

Kingdom Hearts IV — Sora battles a Heartless in Quadratum
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Kingdom Hearts Collection [I–III]: Native, October 8, With a Switch 2 Exclusive Keyblade

Confirmed alongside KH IV, KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I–III] arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 on 8 October 2026. This is the native collection Singapore fans who skipped the cloud versions have been waiting for.

The bundle includes everything:

  • KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- — covering KH1, Re:Chain of Memories, KH2, 358/2 Days, Birth by Sleep, and Re:coded
  • KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue — Dream Drop Distance HD, 0.2 Birth by Sleep – A Fragmentary Passage, and χ Back Cover
  • KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC)

All three run natively on Switch 2 — no internet required. Switch 2 owners also receive a platform-exclusive bonus: the “Long Night” Keyblade, unique to Nintendo’s platform.

Confirmed pricing so far: £64.99 (UK) and ¥11,000 including tax (Japan). SGD pricing on the Nintendo Singapore eShop is to be confirmed — check the eShop listing when it appears.

Kingdom Hearts Collection I-III and Kingdom Hearts IV banner
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Cloud Versions Delisted — But Existing Owners Get 50% Off

The original Kingdom Hearts cloud versions for Nintendo Switch were delisted from the eShop on 9 June 2026, the same day as the Direct announcement. If you purchased them before that date, they remain playable until 9 June 2027.

Square Enix is softening the transition: anyone who owned a Kingdom Hearts cloud version on Switch is eligible for a 50% discount on the corresponding native Switch 2 digital versions — including the Collection bundle. Details on how to claim the discount will be available through the Nintendo eShop.

Last Words

For Singapore Kingdom Hearts fans, this is genuinely exciting news. The series has a devoted following across Southeast Asia — many of us grew up with KH1 and KH2 on PS2 — and the prospect of playing through the complete saga plus a brand-new chapter on Switch 2, without streaming lag, is a proper treat. Mark 8 October on the calendar for the Collection. Keep an eye on our News section for a release date on Kingdom Hearts IV as Square Enix reveals more.

Dragon's Dogma 2 Dark Arisen on Nintendo Switch 2 — exploration screenshot
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Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Brings the Full RPG to Switch 2 on 9 October

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Capcom has confirmed that Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on 9 October 2026 — the first time any game in the Dragon’s Dogma series has appeared on a Nintendo platform. The package bundles the base game with a brand-new expansion called Dark Arisen, which adds a snowy new region, a fresh gameplay system, and enough reason to return even if you already cleared Dragon’s Dogma 2 on PS5 or PC.

Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen – Announcement Trailer — via capcomasia on YouTube

What Is Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen?

Dragon's Dogma 2 Dark Arisen gameplay on Nintendo Switch 2
Image courtesy of Capcom

If you missed Dragon’s Dogma 2 when it launched on PS5 and PC in 2024, the short pitch is that Capcom built one of the most reactive open-world action RPGs in years — a game where your party of Pawns actually adapts to what you do, where creature encounters feel weighty rather than scripted, and where exploration rewards curiosity at every turn. Switch 2 owners will get all of that in one box.

The new Dark Arisen expansion adds the Norgan region, a harsh, snow-covered landscape that brings fresh enemy types and environmental challenges distinct from the base game’s varied biomes. Two major systems debut alongside it:

  • Appraisal Mechanic — Players discover mysterious items in the world and bring them to appraisers to unlock new weapons, armour, and skills. It adds a loop of discovery and anticipation that dovetails neatly with Dragon’s Dogma 2’s existing loot systems.
  • Relic Expedition Cycle — A new recurring activity that gives veteran players ongoing reasons to revisit the world alongside the expansion’s story content.

Capcom also noted that Title Update 1 is available now for existing owners on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC — an early taste of improvements landing ahead of the expansion’s October release.

Platforms and Pricing

Dragon's Dogma 2 Dark Arisen Norgan snowy region
Image courtesy of Capcom

Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen launches across all platforms on 9 October 2026:

  • Nintendo Switch 2 — US$49.99 bundle (base game + Dark Arisen expansion included)
  • PS5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC (Steam) — US$29.99 for the Dark Arisen DLC if you already own the base game

Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 version are open now. SGD pricing has not been confirmed at time of writing — check the Nintendo eShop SG or your local retailer for local pricing closer to launch.

What This Means for Singapore Players

Dragon’s Dogma 2 sat at or near the top of many best-of-2024 lists among RPG players here, but its heavy hardware demands meant it was very much a PS5-or-PC proposition for local fans. The Switch 2 port changes that equation entirely — and at US$49.99 for the full package including Dark Arisen, it is arguably the best value way to experience Capcom’s open-world RPG for the first time.

For Singapore players who already own the game on PS5 or PC, the Dark Arisen DLC adds a meaningful new chapter rather than cosmetic extras, making it worth the return trip. The Norgan expansion in particular looks like Capcom taking the world in a genuinely new direction.

Last words

October 9 is a few months away, but this is one to put on your radar now. Dragon’s Dogma 2 already earned its reputation as one of the standout action RPGs of recent years, and Dark Arisen looks like a worthy expansion rather than a retread. For Switch 2 owners in Singapore, it may well be the biggest RPG release of the platform’s second half of 2026. Follow our game news section for further updates as Capcom shares more details ahead of the launch.

Dave the Diver In the Jungle DLC — Dave and friends in the jungle
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Dave the Diver: In the Jungle DLC Out 18 June — Plus Mobile and a New Spin-Off

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MINTROCKET’s hit indie diving sim is trading salt water for mud on 18 June 2026 — the In the Jungle DLC sends Dave somewhere he has never been before: a freshwater jungle biome full of new creatures, new cooking ingredients, and a surprisingly useful multi-function gun. If you bounced off Dave the Diver after the base game or its earlier Godzilla DLC, this expansion and everything that MINTROCKET announced alongside it make a strong case to jump back in.

DAVE THE DIVER – In the Jungle DLC Official Release Date Trailer — via MINTROCKET on YouTube

What Is the In the Jungle DLC?

Dave the Diver In the Jungle DLC key art
Image courtesy of MINTROCKET

The In the Jungle expansion is a story-based DLC that runs roughly 10 hours from start to finish. Dave and the gang relocate to a quaint jungle village and befriend the locals, unlocking a whole new layer of gameplay built around freshwater exploration, creature taming, and jungle-specific minigames.

The standout new tool is the Jungle Gun — a versatile piece of kit that transforms on the fly between a net gun, shotgun, sniper rifle, and standard firearm, giving players multiple ways to tackle the wildlife and hidden challenges lurking in the undergrowth.

There is also a crossover with the mobile classic Cut the Rope baked into the DLC, though MINTROCKET has kept the specifics quiet ahead of launch. A live-action short film produced by Sharknado studio The Asylum and directed by Anthony C. Ferrante premieres on IGN on 17 June, one day before the DLC drops globally.

More from MINTROCKET: Bancho the Chef, Mobile, and Fortnite

Bancho the Chef cooking RPG from MINTROCKET
Image courtesy of MINTROCKET

The In the Jungle launch is not the only big MINTROCKET announcement this week. The studio dropped a flurry of news in its latest Dev Dive video on 12 June:

  • Bancho the Chef — A brand-new RPG-meets-cooking simulator set in the Dave the Diver universe, following protagonist Bancho as he explores Asian cuisines across different regions. Revealed at the Sony State of Play on 2 June, the game features DualSense haptics and adaptive trigger support on PlayStation. No release window yet.
  • Dave the Diver Mobile — The full base game is coming to iOS and Android in August 2026, making it accessible to a whole new crowd of Singapore mobile gamers who have been waiting for a legitimate port.
  • Fortnite Collaboration — Dave cosmetics arrive in Fortnite on 25 June at 5 PM PT for players who buy the game on the Epic Games Store.

Platforms, Price, and How to Get It

The In the Jungle DLC launches 18 June 2026 on Steam, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. On Steam, a pre-order discount knocks the price down to US$8.99 (regular US$9.99) — that discount runs until launch day, so there is still time to save a dollar. Console pricing has not been confirmed in SGD; check your regional storefront for local pricing.

If you have not played the base game, Steam is running a 50% discount on Dave the Diver through the DLC launch window — a great entry point before diving into the jungle.

Physical fans can also look forward to a Complete Edition and a Collector’s Edition for PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2, both targeting a Q3 2026 release.

Last words

Dave the Diver already has a strong following among Singapore indie gamers, and everything MINTROCKET is doing here — a meaty story DLC, a mobile port for the mass market, a brand-new spin-off, and Fortnite reach — feels like a studio firing on all cylinders. The In the Jungle DLC in particular looks like the most ambitious expansion yet, leaving the familiar Blue Hole behind for something genuinely different. Mark 18 June in your calendar, and keep an eye out for more game news on GameTrader as the launch approaches.

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Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass: Dive Into Bubbly Basin This August

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Pokémon Pokopia is getting its first major expansion. The Pokémon Company announced the Pokopia Expansion Pass at the Nintendo Direct on 9 June 2026, and the pass went on sale the same day — though the first wave of content doesn’t surface until August.

Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass – Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

What Is the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass?

The Expansion Pass is a three-part paid DLC bundle for Pokémon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 2. One purchase covers all three parts as they roll out through 2026 and into 2027. Here is what to expect:

  • Part 1 — Bubbly Basin (August 2026): A brand-new underwater town full of Water-type Pokémon. Mudkip, Corphish, and other water-dwellers move in as new residents to befriend. The area also introduces underwater-themed furniture and new outfits for your Ditto.
  • Part 2 (Late 2026): New gameplay features are coming, though a second town is not part of this wave — specific details are still to be announced.
  • Part 3 (2027): A second new town arrives to round out the Expansion Pass.

Free Dive Update — No Purchase Required

Alongside the paid Expansion Pass, Pokémon Pokopia Version 2.0 is a free software update also arriving in August 2026. It introduces the Dive move, letting your Ditto plunge beneath the surface and explore underwater sections of the game world. Every Pokopia owner gets this update at no cost — the Expansion Pass is not required to dive.

Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass — Bubbly Basin underwater town
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company

Price and Purchase Bonuses

The Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass is priced at US$34.99 / £29.99 / ¥4,400 (tax included in Japan). Singapore eShop pricing is to be confirmed — check the Nintendo eShop on your Switch 2 directly. The pass is available to buy right now, even though the Bubbly Basin content itself doesn’t arrive until August.

Early buyers get two bonuses: a recipe for special Ditto-print building blocks and wallpaper to use in-game, plus a code for 30 rare Pokémetal ingots sent to your registered email. The Pokémetal bonus is valid for purchases made through 31 August 2027, so there’s no rush — but no reason to wait either if you’re already hooked on Pokopia.

What Singapore Switch 2 Players Should Know

Pokémon Pokopia launched as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive and quickly became one of the platform’s standout cosy life-sim titles. The free Dive update alone expands the game world without spending a cent, making August a good moment to return if you’ve been taking a break.

For Singapore players eyeing the full Expansion Pass, the three-part roadmap stretches into 2027 — committing now locks in the early purchase bonuses and guarantees access to Bubbly Basin, Part 2, and the third town as each drops. SGD pricing isn’t confirmed yet, so check the eShop for the local figure before purchasing.

For more Nintendo Switch 2 and Pokémon news hitting Singapore, head to our gaming news section.

Last words

Pokémon Pokopia’s Expansion Pass is live on the eShop today, with Bubbly Basin and the free Dive update both arriving this August. It’s the biggest content update the game has received since launch, and Singapore Switch 2 players have plenty to look forward to before the year is out.

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Star Fox on Switch 2: Free Demo Out Now, Full Game 25 June

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After a decade on the sidelines, Fox McCloud is back — and Singapore Switch 2 owners can already take the Arwing for a spin.

Star Fox — Overview Trailer — Nintendo Switch 2 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

What Is Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2?

Nintendo has handed the keys to its long-dormant space-shooter franchise to Velan Studios, the New York-based developer behind Knockout City. Their brief: reimagine Star Fox 64 for a new generation on Switch 2, with a “cinematic take” that keeps the classic rail-shooter bones but rebuilds everything else from scratch. That means fully voiced dialogue, a sweeping new orchestral soundtrack, and a complete visual overhaul of Fox McCloud and crew as they battle to protect the Lylat System from the villainous Andross.

New lore is part of the package too: the game opens with a story prologue centred on Fox’s father, James McCloud, adding depth for both newcomers and returning fans. Perhaps the strongest endorsement of the project comes from Takaya Imamura — the original Star Fox character designer from the 1990s — who said the new designs are “exactly” what he always envisioned for the franchise.

The Free Demo Is Live Right Now

Nintendo released a free playable demo on the Switch 2 eShop on 12 June, and it is still up and waiting. Open the Nintendo eShop on your Switch 2, search for “Star Fox,” and download. The demo covers the opening tutorial sequence and the Meteo stage, giving you a real feel for the revamped flight controls — including the optional Joy-Con 2 mouse mode, which lets you steer and aim with pointer precision rather than analogue sticks.

Star Fox Switch 2 Arwing gameplay screenshot showing Fox McCloud in the Lylat System
Image courtesy of Nintendo

New Features in Star Fox 2026

Beyond the single-player campaign, Velan Studios has added substantial new multiplayer and co-op content to justify the Switch 2 exclusivity:

  • Online 4-vs-4 team battles — Team Star Fox takes on Team Star Wolf across multiple arenas
  • Two-player co-op via local play or GameShare online — one player pilots, the other handles weapons
  • Three difficulty tiers (Easy, Normal, Expert), each adjusting enemy behaviour and story outcomes
  • First-person cockpit view as an alternative to the default third-person camera
  • amiibo support for Fox, Falco, and Wolf figures, unlocking in-game cosmetic rewards
  • USB camera GameChat integration that mirrors your facial expressions onto your character avatar in real time during online play
Star Fox Switch 2 online 4v4 multiplayer with Star Fox vs Star Wolf teams
Image courtesy of Nintendo

The Character Redesign Debate

One aspect of Star Fox 2026 that Singapore fans will have strong opinions on: the new character models. Velan Studios gave Fox, Falco, Peppy, and Slippy significantly more realistic, animalistic proportions — longer snouts, fur textures, expressive ears — a sharp departure from the rounded, almost toy-like designs of the ’90s originals. The reaction online has been genuinely split. Some love the cinematic polish and feel the characters finally look like actual anthropomorphic animals. Others feel it strips away exactly the charm that made Star Fox 64 iconic in the first place. Takaya Imamura’s endorsement has added some weight to the “pro-redesign” camp, but this debate is not going away before launch.

How to Get It in Singapore

Star Fox launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on 25 June 2026. The digital price in the US is US$49.99 — SGD pricing is to be confirmed on the Singapore eShop, but Switch 2 titles at this tier have typically landed in the SGD 67–70 range locally. A physical edition is also expected through local retailers. The game file is 14.8 GB, so plan your storage accordingly if you are going digital.

Pre-orders are live now on the Nintendo eShop. For those who just want to try it today, the free demo requires no purchase and no subscription.

Last words

Star Fox 64 holds a real place in the memory of Singapore gamers who grew up with the Nintendo 64 — “Do a barrel roll!” is practically part of the shared vocabulary. Whether Velan Studios’ bold reimagining earns those memories or unsettles them is something each of us will decide on 25 June. In the meantime, the demo is free, it takes minutes to download, and it is a genuinely solid way to spend a Sunday morning. Keep an eye on our Nintendo news section for more Switch 2 coverage ahead of launch.

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One Piece: Grand Gourmet — Kairosoft’s Sim Hits Switch 2 on 23 Oct

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When Kairosoft — the Japanese studio behind beloved management sims like Game Dev Story and Pocket City — announced it was teaming up with Bandai Namco to build a One Piece restaurant game, the response on social media was immediate and loud. ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet launches globally on 23 October 2026 for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC (Steam), iOS and Android.

ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet – Announcement Trailer – via Nintendo of America on YouTube

What Is One Piece: Grand Gourmet?

Grand Gourmet is a restaurant management sim set aboard the Baratie Number 2, the legendary floating restaurant from the One Piece universe, now with a second location crewed by the Straw Hats. You work alongside Sanji to develop menus, recruit staff from across the One Piece cast, and keep hungry pirates — and the occasional Warlord — fed and satisfied.

Kairosoft’s signature loop of gradual upgrades, resource management and unlocking new content translates naturally here: cook new dishes, expand the floor plan, and attract rarer and rarer customers as your reputation grows on the seas. If you’ve sunk time into any of their previous sims, the formula will feel immediately familiar — but dressing it in One Piece’s world adds a layer of fan-service depth that most management games can’t touch.

400+ Characters and a Pixel-Art Straw Hat Crew

ONE PIECE Grand Gourmet characters in pixel art style
Image courtesy of Bandai Namco

The headline number is the cast: over 400 One Piece characters appear in a bespoke pixel-art style created specifically for this game — the first time most of them have ever been rendered that way. Familiar faces show up as both staff you can hire and customers rolling through your door, each bringing their own personality quirks and dining preferences.

Bandai Namco confirms that character events will unlock unique story beats, and that dishes take inspiration from the franchise’s most iconic arcs, including decor and recipes themed around Whole Cake Island and Egghead. Interior customisation runs deep too — over 200 furniture and decorative items let you build everything from a rowdy pirate tavern to a refined haute-cuisine experience worthy of a Yonko’s palace.

How Singapore Players Can Get One Piece: Grand Gourmet

The October 23 release is a simultaneous global launch across all platforms. Nintendo has listed the game on the Nintendo Malaysia/Singapore eShop, confirming regional digital access for Switch and Switch 2 owners. PC players can wishlist it on Steam, and the mobile release on iOS and Android means this is one of the more accessible One Piece games in a while — no console required.

No SGD pricing has been announced yet (to be confirmed closer to launch), but Kairosoft’s mobile titles typically fall in the premium-one-time-purchase bracket, so expect something in the S$10–S$20 range on mobile and standard eShop pricing on Switch. We’ll update once official prices are confirmed. Check our Game News feed for updates.

Last Words

One Piece: Grand Gourmet is one of those announcements that makes complete sense in hindsight — the Baratie is one of the series’ most beloved settings, Sanji has always been the perfect anchor for a cooking game, and Kairosoft’s expertise with the management-sim format means Singapore fans are not just getting fan-service: they’re getting a game built by people who know exactly how to make the loop satisfying. The mobile release especially removes the Switch 2 paywall that’s been the barrier for some of the other big October titles.

23 October 2026. Mark it.

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Splatoon Raiders Hits Switch 2 on 23 July — What Singapore Players Need to Know

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Nintendo’s first-ever Splatoon spin-off is just six weeks away — Splatoon Raiders launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 July 2026, and if you haven’t been keeping up, the Nintendo Direct on 9 June dropped a meaty new trailer plus a very tempting Switch 2 hardware bundle to go with it.

Splatoon Raiders — Release Date Revealed — Nintendo Switch 2 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

What Is Splatoon Raiders?

Splatoon Raiders is the fourth game in the Splatoon series and the very first spin-off Nintendo EPD has built for it. Instead of the competitive multiplayer that defines the mainline entries, this one puts you in the boots — or fins — of an Inkling or Octoling mechanic tasked with hunting for treasure across the mysterious Spirhalite Islands.

Fan-favourite trio Deep Cut — Frye, Shiver, and Big Man from Splatoon 3 — are your swashbuckling partners throughout the adventure. During raids, one of them rides alongside you in an Exploration Bot, giving combat support and keeping the banter going. If you loved their energy in Splatoon 3’s Side Order DLC, this is essentially a whole game built around that vibe.

Splatoon Raiders gameplay showing the mechanic protagonist on the Spirhalite Islands
Image courtesy of Nintendo

Gameplay and Features

Splatoon Raiders is built around a raid loop: dive into enemy-filled zones on the Spirhalite Islands, salvage treasure, upgrade your mechanic’s weapons and gadgets, and grow stronger with each run. The Salmonids — the bear-like enemies Splatoon regulars will recognise from Salmon Run — are the main threat here, though the island setting brings a fresh cast of enemy types alongside them.

Progression works through a level-up system that lets you customise both your look and your loadout over time. And while the core experience is single-player, Nintendo has confirmed a co-op mode for up to four players, playable online or locally. Difficulty scales to the number of players, so the raids get tougher (and presumably more chaotic) with a full squad. There’s also amiibo support — a Deep Cut triple-pack amiibo launches alongside the game on 23 July.

Switch 2 Bundle and New Joy-Con 2 Colours

The 9 June Nintendo Direct also confirmed a Nintendo Switch 2 + Splatoon Raiders bundle. The Japanese-market bundle (priced at ¥64,980) includes the console and a download code for the game. Nintendo Singapore hasn’t announced local bundle pricing yet — we’ll update when that comes through. Separately, a pair of Deep Cut-themed Joy-Con 2 controllers in blue and light yellow also land on 23 July for those who want matching flair without the full bundle.

Splatoon Raiders Direct — 30 June

There’s still plenty Nintendo hasn’t shown us. A dedicated Splatoon Raiders Direct is scheduled for 30 June, where we can expect a deeper look at the island environments, the weapon upgrade system, enemy variety, and — hopefully — local pricing for Singapore. Mark your calendar: this Direct will almost certainly drop pre-order details for Singapore players too.

In the meantime, Nintendo is running a Splatoon 3 Splatfest on 10–12 July as a warm-up, and daily story comics for the game will begin rolling out on the Nintendo Today! app from 23 June.

Price and Singapore Availability

US pricing is confirmed at US$50 digital / US$60 physical. Singapore eShop and retail pricing is yet to be confirmed — watch for an announcement at or after the 30 June Direct. For other Switch 2 game news and SG release updates, we’ll keep this page current.

Last Words

Singapore has a loud Splatoon community — local ink battles have been a fixture at GameStart and casual LAN setups around the island for years. Splatoon Raiders doesn’t ask you to commit to ranked lobbies or the competitive meta; it’s a story-driven adventure you can pick up solo or drag three friends into. With six weeks to go and a dedicated Direct still ahead, this is shaping up to be one of the more exciting Switch 2 exclusives of the northern hemisphere summer. We’ll be watching the 30 June Direct closely — stay tuned to GameTrader.SG for a full breakdown.