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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

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Rhythm Heaven Groove: What Singapore Players Need to Know

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The previews are in, and they are glowing. Nintendo’s beloved rhythm series returns on 2 July 2026 for Nintendo Switch after an eleven-year absence — and the early word from media who played it suggests the long wait was absolutely worth it.

Rhythm Heaven Groove – Overview Trailer – Nintendo Switch — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

Eleven years later, Rhythm Heaven is back

The last mainline entry — known as Rhythm Paradise in Asia and Europe — was Rhythm Heaven Megamix in 2015 on the Nintendo 3DS. Rhythm Heaven Groove is the first brand-new game since then: no compilation, no remake — a fresh collection of over 80 single-player rhythm mini-games and more than 30 multiplayer games for co-op and competitive play. It launches globally on 2 July 2026 for Nintendo Switch and is backwards compatible with Nintendo Switch 2.

The concept has always been beautifully straightforward — press buttons in time with the music — but what makes the series special is how every mini-game uses its unique audio-visual pairing to make that simple input feel satisfying in a completely different way each time. Nintendo Life’s Alex Olney, who played a preview build, wrote that despite the simplicity, “yet I had difficulty getting bored with most of them,” capturing the series’ mysterious pull. TechRadar went further, calling it “on track to become my favourite Nintendo Switch release of 2026.”

Rhythm Heaven Groove ball character rhythm mini-game screenshot
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What’s new: Beatspell, multiplayer, and 80+ mini-games

Groove introduces a brand-new mode called Beatspell: an RPG-style campaign where players become wizards and cast rhythm-powered spells to fight monsters. Damage dealt is based on your timing accuracy, layering light RPG progression on top of the series’ core mechanic. It unlocks as you progress through the single-player game. Reviewers found it “strangely engaging” — PC Mag compared it to “freestyling” — though some noted it feels like a self-contained experience rather than a natural extension of the mini-game flow. Either way, for a series that has stuck to the same structure since the GBA, this is an ambitious addition.

The multiplayer suite looks genuinely strong for a party game. Nintendo Life highlighted Ninja Bodyguard, a co-op mode where two players time button presses to protect a king from incoming arrows, and Cake Grab, a competitive game where players press A as close to 3 PM (in-game time) as possible to claim a slice of cake — the winner’s hair grows with each victory. Metro’s preview of the multiplayer, as reported in the Nintendo Life preview roundup, called it “a boon for the Switch’s multiplayer arsenal.”

Rhythm Heaven Groove kitchen cooking rhythm mini-game
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The music is by Tsunku♂ — and that story is worth knowing

Every Rhythm Heaven soundtrack has been composed by Tsunku♂, the Japanese music producer who created Hello! Project and Morning Musume. In 2014 he was diagnosed with laryngeal cancer, and in 2015 surgery removed his larynx, ending his singing voice permanently. He composed Rhythm Heaven Groove‘s entire original soundtrack after that surgery, as noted by Nintendo Inquirer — a fact that adds a quiet weight to every earworm the game produces.

The soundtrack spans the full Rhythm Heaven tonal spectrum: absurd, bouncy, strangely emotional. Each of the 80-plus mini-games is paired to an original track purpose-built to function as a timing guide while also being a song worth listening to on its own. That dual-purpose design is the series’ signature magic, and previews confirm it is intact here.

Rhythm Heaven Groove jump rope mini-game screenshot
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Last words: Singapore pre-orders and what to expect

Nintendo Singapore has an official page for Rhythm Heaven Groove, confirming it for the region. Physical copies are available for pre-order now at ToyOrGame.com.sg (S$10 deposit, full price to be confirmed), and the game will be stocked on Shopee and Lazada at launch. The US price is USD$39.99 — when it was confirmed, Nintendo Life called it a “welcome surprise” given that most Nintendo first-party titles launch at USD$59.99 or higher. The local SGD price has not been officially announced, but that US pricing bodes well for Singapore fans.

If you played the DS or Wii entries and still remember the staccato satisfaction of a perfect frog leap or a well-timed wrestling pose, Groove is the one to mark on your calendar. It launches 2 July on Nintendo Switch — and the Switch 2 plays it natively too. Keep an eye on our Game News section for a full impressions piece closer to launch.

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Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global Is Free This Year — Mega Mewtwo Debuts on 11 July

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The Pokémon GO Fest world tour kicks off its Copenhagen leg today (12–14 June), and while we’re not all flying to Denmark, that’s fine — because the event that matters most to Singapore trainers lands right here at home on 11–12 July. And for the first time in GO Fest history, it is completely free.

What Is Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global?

GO Fest 2026 is a celebration of Pokémon GO’s tenth anniversary, spanning three in-person city events (Tokyo, Chicago, Copenhagen) before going worldwide on 11–12 July. In past years the Global event required a paid ticket. This year, Niantic has made GO Fest 2026: Global free for every trainer who logs in during the event weekend — Special Research, increased Shiny rates, bonuses and all. No ticket needed, no SGD spent.

Event hours are 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. local time each day (SGT is the same as your device’s local time), plus nine all-day hours of gameplay each day as an extra anniversary gift. Check the other events on GameTrader for more Singapore-relevant dates coming up.

Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y Make Their Pokémon GO Debut

Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y Pokémon GO Fest 2026
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The headline attraction: Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y arrive in Pokémon GO for the first time ever during GO Fest 2026 Global. They’ll appear in Super Mega Raid Battles — Mega Mewtwo X on Saturday, Mega Mewtwo Y on Sunday. Via a branching Timed Research you’ll choose which form to pursue, and every Mega Mewtwo caught from raids comes with at least one Mega Level already unlocked, meaning you can Mega Evolve it for free straight away. That’s massive for any trainer who has been hoarding Mega Energy.

The in-person Copenhagen attendees get first access this weekend, but the full debut — open to all trainers globally — is the 11–12 July Global event. Singapore trainers: that is your window.

Zeraora Is Coming to Pokémon GO

Zeraora Pokémon GO Fest 2026 debut
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Zeraora, the Thunderclap Pokémon, also makes its Pokémon GO debut during GO Fest 2026. All trainers who log in during the Global event weekend receive Special Research leading to a Zeraora encounter — and the research does not expire, so you can complete it at your own pace after the event. Mythical Pokémon with no time pressure is a rare gift.

What Singapore Trainers Get for Free on 11–12 July

Here’s the full haul for any trainer who simply logs in:

  • Special Research → Zeraora encounter (non-expiring)
  • Branching Timed Research → choose Mega Mewtwo X or Mega Mewtwo Y
  • Up to 9 free Raid Passes from Gyms each day
  • Up to 6 Special Trades per day
  • 50% Stardust discount on trades
  • 1-hour Lure Modules
  • 9 hours of Party Play active (grab your gamer friends)
  • Increased Shiny encounter rates across hourly habitat rotations
  • Starter Pokémon in Pikachu visors (evolvable) via Incense

Habitats rotate through all 18 Pokémon types hourly, including themes like Stormfire Peaks and Dragonflight Summit. Five-star raids feature heavy-hitters like Kyogre, Groudon, Rayquaza, and Giratina. The Shiny “team hat” Pikachu variants from the city events will also be available globally.

Community Celebrations Near Singapore

Niantic is hosting 26 free Community Celebrations worldwide during GO Fest 2026 Global, with Mega Mewtwo Raid Battles and pop-up activities. The closest stops to Singapore are Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok in the Asia-Pacific lineup. Singapore itself is not on the list this year, but the entire game-wide event runs anywhere you have a phone signal — no travel required.

Last Words

GO Fest 2026 Global on 11–12 July is shaping up to be the most accessible event Niantic has ever run: free entry, two brand-new Mega Evolutions, a Mythical Pokémon, and a full day’s worth of bonus raid passes. There’s really no reason for any Singapore trainer to sit this one out. Mark the date, charge your portable battery pack, and start planning your raiding squads. We’ll have more GO Fest coverage as the event approaches — keep an eye on our gaming news feed.

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Deltarune Chapter 5 Drops Free on 24 June — and Chapter 6 Is Already Teased

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Toby Fox just gave Deltarune fans the date they’ve been waiting for: Chapter 5 launches on 24 June 2026 as a completely free update, and the trailer that closed the June 9 Nintendo Direct ended with four words that are already lighting up gaming forums: Chapter 6 is waiting.

DELTARUNE [Nintendo Direct 2026.6.9] — via Nintendo公式チャンネル on YouTube

What is Deltarune? A quick recap for new players

Deltarune is the follow-up project from Toby Fox, the indie creator behind UNDERTALE — one of the most beloved RPGs of the past decade and, as many Singapore gamers will know, the subject of its own live symphony world tour heading to Singapore in September 2026.

Where UNDERTALE was a standalone story, Deltarune runs as a parallel universe — same characters, different world, deeper mechanics. Chapters 1 and 2 released free back in 2021 and 2022. Chapters 3 and 4 launched alongside Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025. Chapter 5 is the next instalment, arriving as a free update on 24 June.

Deltarune Chapter 5 The Field of Pink and Gold official art
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Deltarune Chapter 5: The Field of Pink and Gold

The official subtitle is The Field of Pink and Gold, and the single-line description from the Direct sets the scene: “The vast garden is charred in an inferno of jealousy.” Toby Fox has seeded floral and garden imagery throughout, with the chapter seemingly drawing on Asgore’s flower shop from the UNDERTALE universe as a thematic backdrop.

The reveal trailer showcases Deltarune’s signature three-layer battle system — strategic command menus layered over real-time bullet-dodge segments, with a TP (Tension Point) economy that rewards near-misses. Kris, Susie, and Ralsei return, and early footage hints at at least one striking new environment. Toby Fox has described Chapter 5 as “funny and heartfelt.”

Free update — how to play on 24 June in Singapore

Chapter 5 will drop as a free update for everyone who already owns Deltarune (Chapters 1–4). If you haven’t picked it up yet, the full package is available on Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, PC (Steam/Windows), and Mac at US$24.99 on supported storefronts — check your platform’s local Singapore listing for the exact SGD price.

For Singapore players, the global launch hits at 11 pm SGT on 24 June (11 am EDT / midnight JST). That means you can fire up the patch before midnight or wake up to it on the morning of 25 June. All platforms update simultaneously worldwide.

Chapter 6 is already in development

The final frame of the Chapter 5 trailer carried a single line: Chapter 6 is waiting. Toby Fox has confirmed development is underway and described Chapter 6 as “easier to make than the others,” with the team potentially starting Chapter 7 before the end of 2026. Fox’s shareware-style philosophy means future chapters — including 6 and 7 — will release free to existing owners, just as Chapter 5 is doing now.

Last words

June is shaping up to be a big month for the UNDERTALE and Deltarune community in Singapore. The UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony world tour adds a second Singapore night in September due to overwhelming demand, and now Chapter 5 drops at 11 pm on 24 June — practically a community midnight-launch event. If you haven’t started Deltarune yet, the next two weeks are the perfect window to catch up on Chapters 1–4 before the new chapter lands. Follow our game news for more Nintendo Direct 2026 coverage throughout the week.