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Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Ragnarok Demo Is Out Now

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Cygames has dropped a free demo for Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok, and it is live right now across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. The trial arrives alongside a brand-new trailer that recaps the beloved original game ahead of the expansion’s July 9, 2026 launch.

[EN] Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok | Third Trailer “The Journey So Far” — via Granblue Fantasy: Relink Official Channel on YouTube

Three Modes to Try in the Granblue Fantasy Relink Endless Ragnarok Demo

The demo packs three distinct modes:

  • Story Mode — Play through an early chapter of the Granblue Fantasy: Relink main campaign. Clear it to earn in-game rewards redeemable when the full game launches on 9 July.
  • Quest Mode — Tackle four action quests solo or with friends across platforms. Beat the first three to unlock the fourth, “Sephira’s Sanguine Glimmer,” which gives you a first look at the Summons mechanic — an all-new Endless Ragnarok battle system available at Chaos difficulty and above.
  • Tutorial Mode — Brand new to the series? This mode walks you through exploration and combat basics before you dive in.

Crossplay is active from day one, letting PS5 players queue alongside Switch 2 and PC crews. No PlayStation Plus membership is required for PS5/PS4 multiplayer, though Nintendo Switch Online is needed for Switch 2 online sessions.

Granblue Fantasy Relink Endless Ragnarok third trailer screenshot showing Gran and crew in battle
Image courtesy of Cygames

Meet Seofon, the Star Sword Sovereign

One of Endless Ragnarok’s six brand-new playable characters, Seofon — the famed Star Sword Sovereign — is available to try in the demo. He unlocks differently in the full game, so the demo is your best chance to get hands-on time before 9 July. Cygames has also balanced the experience based on open beta feedback: the Aquila Ruby Golem boss in “Sephira’s Sanguine Glimmer” now has reduced HP and ATK values, making it more approachable for newcomers.

What Is Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok?

Released in 2024, Granblue Fantasy: Relink is Cygames’ cinematic action RPG set in a world of sky pirates and floating islands. Endless Ragnarok is a major standalone expansion adding a new storyline, the solo-progression Conflux system, and six new playable characters. It is also the franchise’s debut on Nintendo Switch 2, opening the series up to a whole new wave of players.

To unlock Endless Ragnarok’s story content in the full game, you’ll need to complete “The Tale of Bahamut’s Rage” quest from the base game, which then opens up Chaos-difficulty quests and the Conflux mode — a solo progression track that scales from early chapters all the way through the expansion’s final acts.

Pricing

  • New players (base game + Endless Ragnarok bundle): USD $59.99
  • Existing GBF Relink owners (Endless Ragnarok upgrade): USD $29.99

SGD pricing is to be confirmed — check the PlayStation Store Singapore or Steam Store for your regional price once the game launches on 9 July.

Last Words

For Singapore fans of action RPGs, GBF Relink’s Endless Ragnarok demo is a genuine no-brainer — it is completely free, playable right now, and rewards you with in-game items for the full version. The crossplay support also means your local friends on PS5, Switch 2, or PC can all queue together, which is exactly the kind of feature the Singapore gaming scene needs to make co-op nights frictionless.

Search “Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok” in your PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop, or Steam to grab the demo now. For more game launches and demos coming to Singapore, head over to our Game News section.

Game News, Retro Gaming

R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos Is Out Now — The 16-Year Wait Is Over

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R-Type fans, the wait is finally, genuinely over. R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos, the Unreal Engine 5 remake of both PSP strategy entries, launched today, 18 June 2026, in the West on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Published by NIS America, this is the first time either Tactics game has appeared on current-generation hardware — and critically, the first time R-Type Tactics II has ever been released in English.

R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos – Release Date Announcement Trailer — via NIS America on YouTube

Sixteen Years in the Making

R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate originally launched on the PSP in Japan in 2009 but never made it West. Developer Irem shut down its consumer games division not long after, and the sequel quietly became one of strategy gaming’s most notable localisation gaps. Granzella — the studio formed by former Irem staff — brought the franchise back with this full remake collection, and NIS America stepped in as Western publisher to finally close the English gap seventeen years on.

Both games have been rebuilt from scratch in Unreal Engine 5, far removed from the original PSP releases. The collection adds a brand-new post-game storyline on top of the original campaigns, meaning there is fresh content even for players who imported the Japanese version earlier this year.

What Is in the Collection?

The two games in the set share the R-Type universe’s distinctive aesthetic — humanity’s Space Corps versus the biomechanical Bydo empire — but play out as turn-based tactical strategy rather than the shoot-’em-up series it spun off from. Each campaign offers hundreds of ship units to deploy, branching mission structures, and the ability to play as both the Space Corps and the Bydo across separate playthrough perspectives.

  • R-Type Tactics I — remake of the 2007 PSP original, now in English with UE5 visuals
  • R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate — the 2009 sequel, in English for the first time anywhere
  • New post-game campaign — an entirely original storyline added for this Cosmos release

Platforms and Where to Get It in Singapore

The game is out today on all major platforms available in Singapore: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). A Limited Edition physical bundle — including a 2-disc soundtrack, conceptual art cards, and two acrylic stands (Rwf-9A Arrow Head and Bwf-1Dα Bydo System Alpha) — is priced at USD 79.99 via the NIS America Online Store. Standard digital pricing is available directly on each platform’s store. Note the Limited Edition for Xbox Series X|S is no longer offered; that version is digital-only.

Japan, Asia, and Korea players have been able to play since 12 March 2026 — so today’s Western launch fills in the last major release territory gap.

Last Words

R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos is a genuine occasion for strategy fans: a beautifully remastered pair of games that most Western players never got to experience properly, now on every current platform. For Singapore players with a PS5, Switch 2, or a capable PC, there is no excuse not to check it out — especially if you have ever bounced off the original shoot-’em-up series and wondered what the franchise looks like as a tactics game. It looks like this. Check out our Game News section for more launch coverage this week.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops II Are Finally Coming to PS5 This July

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Two of the most iconic Call of Duty entries in history are finally making their way to PlayStation. Treyarch has officially confirmed that Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010) and Call of Duty: Black Ops II (2012) are being ported to PS4 and PS5, with both games launching in July 2026.

The Games PlayStation Players Have Been Locked Out Of

This is genuinely a big deal for the PlayStation community. Black Ops and Black Ops II have been playable on modern Xbox hardware through Xbox’s backwards compatibility for years, and they’ve been available on PC via Steam. But PlayStation players — on PS4 and PS5 — have had no way to access either game on current hardware. Today that changes.

Treyarch made the announcement via their official X account, with the studio confirming that “the original Black Ops and Black Ops 2 are being ported to PlayStation in July, courtesy of our partners at Iron Galaxy,” as relayed in reporting by GamesRadar.

Call of Duty: Black Ops classic multiplayer
Image courtesy of Activision

Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies — All Included

Both ports include the full package. No modes cut, no “campaign-only” release like we’ve seen elsewhere.

  • Call of Duty: Black Ops — the Cold War-era campaign that shocked players with its narrative twists, plus the multiplayer that defined a generation, and the Kino der Toten and Five zombie maps that launched the Zombies phenomenon.
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops II — a futuristic campaign with branching story choices, the best competitive multiplayer Black Ops ever delivered, and a Zombies mode that built on Origins and Tranzit to create the most expansive undead experience of the series.

File sizes have been confirmed: Black Ops at 22.7GB and Black Ops II at 30.3GB. Plan your storage accordingly.

What to Expect — and What Not to Expect

Treyarch and Iron Galaxy are delivering direct ports, not remasters. There will be no dramatic texture reworks or modern quality-of-life overhauls. These games will look and feel like you remember them, running natively on modern hardware. That’s a fair trade for titles that are 14–16 years old and still hold up remarkably well — especially in multiplayer and Zombies.

Iron Galaxy knows what they’re doing here. The studio has previously handled console ports of Diablo III, Overwatch, and Fallout 76, so technical execution should be solid. A specific date in July has not yet been announced, and pricing information has not been confirmed either.

Last Words

Singapore is a PlayStation-heavy market, and COD has a loyal following here that stretches back to the Black Ops era. If you’ve never had a chance to experience these two on PlayStation hardware — or want to revisit Zombies with your crew on PS5 — July is looking like a good month. Watch the official Call of Duty channels for the exact launch date, and check back on GameTrader.SG’s game news when it drops.

Game News

GTA V PS5 Upgrade Is Now Free — and The Kortz Center Heist Drops in July

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If you own Grand Theft Auto V on PS4 or Xbox One, today is the day you’ve been waiting for. Rockstar has officially made the upgrade to the PS5 and Xbox Series version of GTA V free, effective June 18 — and to sweeten the deal, the studio has revealed its next major GTA Online update: The Kortz Center Heist, arriving in July.

The GTA V Next-Gen Upgrade Is Finally Free

Starting today, any player who owns a digital copy of Grand Theft Auto V on PlayStation 4 can upgrade to the PS5 version at no cost. The same goes for anyone on the digital Xbox One version — the Xbox Series X|S upgrade is yours for free. And if you’re on the PC Legacy version, you can move to the Enhanced edition without paying a cent either.

The next-gen versions aren’t just a resolution bump. They include Hao’s Special Works (HSW) vehicle upgrades and performance tuning, Career Progress rewards, ray-tracing options on PC, and full migration of your Story Mode and GTA Online progress from your old platform. Your characters, your money, your garage — all carry over.

GTA V next-gen edition — free upgrade available from June 18 2026
Image courtesy of Rockstar Games

The Kortz Center Heist: GTA Online’s Next Big Score

Alongside the upgrade news, Rockstar dropped the reveal of GTA Online’s next major update. As the studio announced on the Rockstar Newswire: “Prepare to raid the halls of Los Santos’ most prestigious art gallery in The Kortz Center Heist.”

The target is the Kortz Center — a landmark perched on the hills of Pacific Bluffs, famous across Los Santos for its internationally renowned collection of fine art. This is a multi-stage operation: before you can pull off the heist itself, you’ll need to add the Art Studio extension to your Mansion property, then scope out the complex, gather intelligence, and select your approach.

Crucially, The Kortz Center Heist is designed for solo players and full crews alike — so whether you’re running it with three friends or going in alone, the option is there.

The Kortz Center in GTA Online — the target of the new heist
Image courtesy of Rockstar Games

The Fine Art Collector Programme

In the weeks running up to the update’s arrival, Rockstar is hosting a series of GTA Online events that offer bonus GTA$ rewards, major discounts on in-game properties and vehicles, and access to the new Fine Art Collector Programme — a way to earn rare and exclusive collectibles before the Kortz Center’s doors are even cracked open. It’s worth logging in now to bank those prep bonuses ahead of the July launch.

The update is expected to drop on July 14, 2026, as part of Title Update 1.73. It may also be one of the last major storyline-focused updates for GTA Online before the long-awaited GTA VI arrives.

Last Words

For Singapore GTA fans, the timing couldn’t be better. The free upgrade removes the last reason to stay on PS4 — if you haven’t made the jump to PS5 yet, now’s the time, and you bring your entire GTA Online account with you. And for those already on current-gen, The Kortz Center Heist gives the game a fresh reason to stay installed. Check out more game news on GameTrader.SG as the July update approaches.

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30 Years of Pokémon Box Art in One Collection: Game Package Merch Drops at Pokémon Center Online Today

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Thirty years ago, a pair of cartridges called Pocket Monsters Red and Green launched in Japan and quietly changed pop culture forever. To mark the occasion, The Pokémon Company has released one of its most ambitious merchandise lines yet — a collection of products designed around the box art of every major mainline Pokémon game ever made, covering the full run from 1996’s Pokémon Red and Green right through to last year’s Pokémon LEGENDS: Z-A. The goods went live at Pokémon Center Online Japan on 18 June 2026 at 10am JST (that’s 9am SGT, so some of us may already be placing orders).

Pokémon 30th anniversary game package collection products
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company

What Is the Pokémon Game Package Collection?

The line, officially called the Pokémon Game Package Collection, spans 39 major Pokémon game releases — every mainline title, both paired versions and the Legends games. The designs are based on the Japanese box art, which matters to collectors: Pokémon Green, the Japan-exclusive twin to Red that never received an international release, appears in its own right here rather than being swapped out for Pokémon Blue. For Western fans and Singapore collectors who grew up seeing only Red and Blue on shop shelves, that’s a genuinely rare treat.

Everything in the Lineup — and What It Costs

The collection covers six main product types:

  • Package Pins — generation-grouped sets with glitter-edged enamel pins faithfully recreating each box art. Sets run from ¥660 (roughly S$6) for a single-game set like Legends: Z-A up to ¥2,640 (S$24) for the original Red and Green duo.
  • Package Magnet Collection — 3D magnets that replicate the shape, texture and metallic finishes of the actual game boxes, including glitter effects. Capsule-toy format, grouped by era.
  • T-Shirts in Box-Shaped Pouches — ¥3,960 (≈S$36) each, available in M and L. The front features the Pokémon from that game’s box art; the back prints a chronological timeline of every game release. The pouch itself is shaped like the game’s original software packaging.
  • Package Cap & Sacoche (Shoulder Bag) — Both ¥2,970 (≈S$27). The cap and bag are designed as canvases to display your pins — attach your collection and wear it.
  • Package & Game Card Keychain Collection — ¥400 (≈S$4) capsule toys featuring true-to-life miniature cartridges and game cards from various eras.
  • Package Pins All Package Collection 1996–2025 — The centrepiece. All 39 game box art pins, arranged in chronological order and displayed in a framed wall piece with a built-in stand. Priced at ¥30,000 (≈S$274). Yes, it is expensive. Yes, we want one anyway.
Pokémon 30th anniversary package pin collection framed display
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company

The Green Version Moment — Why This Collection Hits Different

Most Singapore Pokémon fans grew up with Red and Blue — Green was the one that only Japanese kids got. Seeing it represented alongside its counterpart in a chronologically ordered display is a small but meaningful nod to the franchise’s history. The collection also doesn’t skimp on the dual-game pairings: Diamond and Pearl each get their own pin, Gold and Silver each get their own design, all the way through Scarlet and Violet. For anyone who has collected multiple versions across 30 years, the full 39-game framed display is essentially a trophy of the hobby itself.

How Singapore Fans Can Order

The Pokémon Game Package Collection is currently available exclusively at Pokémon Center Online Japan — no confirmed Singapore or international release date has been announced. That’s standard for Japan-exclusive Pokémon Center drops, and it does not mean an international release won’t happen, just that it hasn’t been confirmed yet.

In the meantime, Singapore fans have a few reliable options for import shopping:

  • Buyee — A widely used proxy service that lets you purchase from Japanese sites directly. Works with Pokémon Center Online.
  • ZenMarket — Similar proxy, popular in the SG community, no subscription needed.
  • Meccha Japan — A dedicated Japanese import store that often stocks Pokémon Center goods directly. Worth bookmarking.

Shipping and proxy fees will add to the cost, so factor in around 20–30% on top of the yen prices above. For more on Pokémon and gaming merch for Singapore fans, check our merchandise section.

Last Words

As Singapore’s own gaming scene continues to grow — from Pokémon GO Raid Days at Bugis and Marina Bay Sands to the packed floors of Anime Festival Asia — it’s easy to forget that the franchise at the heart of so much of that excitement only exists because of a pair of Japanese Game Boy cartridges thirty years ago. This collection is a tangible, displayable reminder of that journey. Whether you’re going for a ¥660 single-era pin or dropping ¥30,000 on the full framed display, there’s something here for every type of Pokémon fan. Just don’t blame us when your wallet takes a hit.

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Street Fighter 6’s Yasmine Is SEA’s New Fighter — Gameplay Trailer Out Now

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Street Fighter 6 has just made history. Capcom’s gameplay trailer for Yasmine — the franchise’s very first Filipina fighter — is now live, and for Southeast Asian fighting game fans, this one lands with real cultural weight. She’s the first of four Season 4 DLC characters, and her look, fighting style, and backstory are a love letter to the martial traditions that have shaped this part of the world for centuries.

Street Fighter 6 Yasmine key visual — Season 4 DLC character
Image courtesy of Capcom

Meet Yasmine: The Filipino High Schooler Who Fights for Family

On the surface, Yasmine is an ordinary teenager from the Philippines — shy, gentle-natured, not someone who looks for trouble. But she entered the world of street fighting with a singular mission: to find her missing older brother. The moment she draws her crescent-shaped karambit knife, the diffidence melts away, replaced by fluid, high-speed confidence. Every technique she uses was passed down by her Lolo (grandfather), keeping a tradition of Filipino martial excellence alive.

Her fighting style draws on two authentic Southeast Asian disciplines: Eskrima (also known as Arnis or Kali), the Philippines’ national martial art built around weapon-based strikes and fluid footwork; and Silat, the broader collective combat system practised across the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, and beyond. Together they make for a character who dances around opponents at close range, slipping in and out with karambit counters that punish impatience.

Yasmine gameplay screenshot in Street Fighter 6
Image courtesy of Capcom

Cultural Pride, Stitched Into Every Detail

Capcom didn’t just add a fighter from the Philippines — they built Yasmine’s whole aesthetic around Filipino cultural identity. Her design is inspired by the Philippine Eagle (Agila), one of the most iconic symbols of the nation. Her karambit carries a feather charm, her belt is embroidered with “Pilipinas” written in Baybayin — an ancient pre-colonial Filipino script — and accents across her costume reference the indigenous Buscalan tattooing tradition. It’s the kind of cultural care in character design that the community will be studying and appreciating for a long time.

Watch the Gameplay Trailer

Street Fighter 6 – Yasmine Gameplay Trailer — via Street Fighter on YouTube

Street Fighter 6 Season 4: The Full Line-Up

Yasmine opens a four-character Year 4 roster that Capcom revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026. The schedule:

  • Yasmine — 3 August 2026 (first to drop)
  • Arjun — an Indian police officer turned fugitive who combines yoga-based breathing with bare-knuckle combat — Fall 2026
  • Tifa Lockhart (from Final Fantasy VII Remake) — Early 2027
  • Bosch — Nayshall tournament champion who trained under Luke — Spring 2027

Notably, the Year 4 pass contains no returning Street Fighter veterans — every slot is either a fresh original character or a guest crossover. That’s a bold roster call from Capcom, and one that signals real creative confidence in Yasmine and Arjun as new pillars of the franchise.

Street Fighter 6 Season 4 DLC characters — Yasmine, Arjun, Tifa, Bosch
Image courtesy of Capcom

How to Get Yasmine

Yasmine becomes playable on 3 August 2026. She’s available to purchase individually or as part of the Year 4 Character Pass. Street Fighter 6 runs on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC — and is one of the most active competitive titles in Singapore’s fighting game community (FGC) scene right now. Check out more game news on GameTrader.SG.

Last words

For Singapore gamers, Yasmine is more than just a new combo tool — she represents Southeast Asia taking the spotlight in one of gaming’s most iconic franchises. Eskrima and Silat have been practised across this region for centuries; seeing those arts execute frame-perfect punishes in Street Fighter 6 is something genuinely worth celebrating. Add the cultural detail Capcom has poured into her design and you have a character that will resonate well beyond the Philippines. Three August cannot come soon enough — and we’re very curious to see which Singapore FGC player claims her as a main first.

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FFT: The Ivalice Chronicles Ver. 1.5.0 Adds New Game+ and More

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Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles just received its biggest post-launch update — the free Version 1.5.0 “Enhanced” patch is live now on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Switch, and PC. Headlining the update is a fully featured New Game+, but Square Enix has packed in a long wishlist of quality-of-life changes too.

FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles | Launch Trailer — via Bandai Namco Entertainment Southeast Asia on YouTube

New Game+ — Take Your Best Squad into Round Two

If you’ve already guided Ramza through the Lion War and saved Ivalice, you no longer have to rebuild from scratch for a second run. New Game+ lets you carry over unit levels, item data, and more from a completed playthrough into a new game. It’s the feature fans have been requesting since the September 2025 launch, and it transforms FFT: The Ivalice Chronicles from a one-shot epic into something worth revisiting with increasingly fine-tuned parties. Classic tactics players who spent dozens of hours unlocking Arithmetician and Mime will especially appreciate having their work recognised.

Final Fantasy Tactics The Ivalice Chronicles New Game+ screen
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Zodiac Compatibility Finally Has a UI

The Zodiac system has always been one of FFT’s more opaque layers — unit signs quietly influence hit and evasion rates, and most players only notice when Ramza bafflingly misses an attack. The 1.5.0 update surfaces this properly: you can now check any unit’s zodiac sign and its compatibility with others from the status screen during battle. Positive, negative, and special matchups are all readable at a glance, which opens up a whole layer of squad-building strategy that was previously only accessible to players who memorised a compatibility chart.

Final Fantasy Tactics The Ivalice Chronicles Zodiac Compatibility UI
Image courtesy of Square Enix

The Full Ver. 1.5.0 Quality-of-Life Changes

Beyond the marquee additions, Square Enix has addressed a series of smaller frustrations that tactical RPG veterans will recognise immediately:

  • Status check during tile selection — inspect a unit’s stats while choosing where to move or which target to hit, without cancelling out of the menu.
  • Remove All Equipment — added to the Equipment & Abilities section, saving the multiple button presses previously needed to strip a unit before reassigning gear.
  • Clearer job unlock conditions — locked jobs now display exactly what JP requirements you need, so you always know what you’re grinding toward.
  • Persistent camera settings — angle and zoom preferences no longer reset between battles.
  • New toggles: auto-proceed dialogue in every cutscene; guaranteed ability incantation playback; and ability cursor position memory across menus.

Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean Text Now Supported

For Singapore players — and fans across Southeast Asia and East Asia — this addition may matter most of all. The 1.5.0 patch adds Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean text options in the Enhanced version of the game. Singapore’s multilingual gaming community can now experience Ramza’s story of honour and betrayal in their preferred written language, with no need to rely on fan translations or third-party patches.

How to Get the Update

Ver. 1.5.0 is a free update that downloads automatically on all platforms. If you own Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, or via Steam, head to your platform’s update queue and it should already be waiting. The game was originally released on 30 September 2025 as a modern remake of the beloved 1997 JRPG classic, featuring fully voiced dialogue, an overhauled visual style, and an updated script — while the original “Classic” mode remains available for purists.

Last Words

For Singapore gamers, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles has been playable on every major platform since its global September 2025 launch — no region lock, no waiting. Now that New Game+ and Zodiac visibility have arrived, there’s a compelling reason to dive back in whether you’ve finished the story or shelved it for later. The new Chinese text support is a genuine quality-of-life win for our local community. What job setups are you bringing into New Game+? Tell us in the comments, and check out more game news here on GameTrader.SG.

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Adventures of Elliot Launches on Switch 2, PS5 and PC

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Square Enix and Team Asano — the studio behind Octopath Traveler and the Bravely Default series — have launched their latest HD-2D title, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The PlayStation Singapore store lists the game as available from 17 June, with the global launch officially dated 18 June 2026 — making now the perfect time to jump in at S$79.90 on PS5 or Switch 2.

An Epic That Spans Millennia

The game unfolds on Philabieldia, an untamed continent where the last remnants of humanity huddle behind the walls of the Kingdom of Huther while beast tribes roam the wilds beyond. You play as Elliot, a young adventurer, alongside his fairy companion Faie. Their central tool is the Doorway of Time — a mysterious artefact that lets them travel across four distinct historical eras, each with its own visual flavour and a piece of the world’s forgotten history to uncover.

It is a premise that wears its JRPG heritage on its sleeve. Early critics have drawn comparisons to Chrono Trigger, The Legend of Zelda, the Mana series, and Ys — which makes sense given that the core development team at Team Asano brought a similarly eclectic mix of inspirations to Octopath Traveler and Bravely Default.

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales — exploration screenshot
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Real-Time Action Combat Built for All Players

Unlike the turn-based systems in previous Team Asano games, Adventures of Elliot goes fully real-time. Players can equip two weapons simultaneously from seven types — including swords, bows, boomerangs, and chains — and weave in shield mechanics and Faie’s fairy magic to shape a personalised combat style. A Magicite enhancement system adds further depth: collectible fragments slot into your gear to unlock additional effects, from currency boosts to extended boomerang throws.

For those wanting company, a second player can take control of Faie in local co-op, assisting with both battles and environmental puzzles. The exploration side of things leans heavily on shrine-based puzzle-solving in a way that fans of action-adventure games will find familiar.

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales — combat screenshot
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Famitsu Awards It 34 Out of 40

Ahead of launch, Famitsu scored The Adventures of Elliot a strong 34 out of 40, according to TechTimes. That puts it firmly in the “recommended” tier for Japan’s leading games publication — on par with the solid scores earned by other Team Asano releases. The same early wave of coverage has described it as evoking the feeling of a spiritual successor to Chrono Trigger, which is about as high a bar as you can set in this genre.

Watch the Launch Trailer

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales | Launch Date Announcement Trailer — via Square Enix on YouTube

Singapore Pricing and Editions

All editions are available digitally on PS5 now, with Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Microsoft Store) following on 18 June:

  • Standard Edition — S$79.90: The full game across all platforms.
  • Deluxe Edition — S$92.90: Includes the base game and three cosmetic accessories for Elliot — the Fairy Bangle, Cherry Blossom Anklet, and Roselle Ring.
  • Collector’s Edition: A physical bundle combining the Deluxe digital content with a “Faie and the Doorway of Time” tabletop clock and the full original soundtrack. Local retail pricing to be confirmed.

The game carries an IARC 12+ rating (Moderate Violence, Mild Swearing) and supports 1–2 players with full Remote Play on PS5. Language options on PS5 include English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean.

Try the Free Demo Before You Buy

Not ready to commit S$79.90 just yet? A Prologue Demo is live right now on all platforms, letting you experience the opening hours of Elliot’s adventure before spending a cent. Importantly, your demo save data transfers to the full game, so any progress, magicite, and collectibles you pick up carry over when you upgrade.

Catch up on other recent releases in our game news section.

Last words

A 34/40 from Famitsu, comparisons to some of the most beloved JRPGs ever made, a free demo you can download right now, and S$79.90 on the Singapore PS Store today — The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a hard one to overlook for Switch 2 or PS5 owners who have a soft spot for adventure RPGs. Whether you are a longtime fan of the Octopath or Bravely Default lineage, or just looking for a meaty new game to sink into this week, it is well worth at least trying that demo.

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Persona 4 Revival Broadcast Is Tomorrow — Set Your Alarm, Singapore

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Atlus is airing a dedicated Persona 4 Revival broadcast tomorrow morning Singapore time — and if you care about JRPGs at all, this is one worth watching live. Here’s when to tune in and everything we know about the remake so far.

Persona 4 Revival key art
Image courtesy of Atlus

Set Your Alarm: Broadcast Time in SGT

The Persona 4 Revival Information Broadcast airs on 19 June 2026 at 8:00 AM SGT (that’s 4 PM PT / 7 PM ET on 18 June). P-STUDIO Director Kazuhisa Wada will host, walking through new gameplay details and development updates. Watch it live on the Official ATLUS West YouTube channel or on Steam.

Persona 4 Revival — Pre-Order Trailer — via Official ATLUS West on YouTube

What We Know About Persona 4 Revival

Announced at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 earlier this month, Persona 4 Revival is a full remake of the beloved 2008 RPG (and its expanded Golden edition). The launch window is 18 February 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam), with day-one availability on Xbox Game Pass. There is no Nintendo Switch 2 version announced.

New Battle Mechanics

Atlus has already teased two headline changes to the combat system:

  • Shadow Collision System — Normal attacks on enemies suffering from a status ailment send them flying into nearby Shadows, spreading the ailment. It rewards smart status management and opens up satisfying chain reactions.
  • Prime Time Gauge — Fill this gauge and you unlock a supercharged window: consecutive actions, zero skill costs, ignored resistances, and free Baton Pass usage, all capped off by a powerful finishing move. Think of it as P4R‘s answer to Persona 3 Reload‘s Theurgy system.

The team is also carrying over the Baton Pass mechanic from Persona 5, letting party members chain attacks after a knock-down — a quality-of-life addition that veterans of P5 will appreciate.

Editions

Multiple editions are confirmed (Singapore pricing to be confirmed; UK reference prices ranged from £64.99 for the Standard Digital to £84.99 for the Digital Premium and £244.99 for the Physical Collector’s Edition with artbook, steelbook, statue, and keycaps). Pre-ordering in any edition unlocks bonus BGM tracks from Persona 3 Reload and Persona 5 Royal.

What About Persona 6?

Director Wada briefly acknowledged Persona 6 during the Xbox Showcase reveal, stating: “We are delighted to officially announce our work on the next installment of the Persona series.” No release date or platforms were given — Atlus has indicated more information will come after P4 Revival launches.

Last Words

For Singapore JRPG fans, Persona 4 Revival is shaping up to be one of the biggest releases of early 2027. The original is considered one of the finest RPGs ever made, and the mechanical additions look genuinely exciting rather than just visual polish. Tune in to the broadcast tomorrow at 8 AM SGT and keep an eye out for pricing details for the Singapore PlayStation Store and Steam. You can catch up on more gaming news here.