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Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Coming to Nintendo Switch 2

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Nintendo saved its biggest card for last night: a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, confirmed at the June 9 Nintendo Direct that aired at 10pm SGT.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time – Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

What Nintendo Announced at the June 2026 Direct

The June 9 Direct was packed — Deltarune Chapter 5, Kingdom Hearts IV, Splatoon Raiders, Xenoblade Genesis — but nothing landed harder than the final reveal. A short teaser trailer confirmed that Ocarina of Time, the 1998 Nintendo 64 masterpiece that defined 3D gaming, is being brought back as a full remake exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo’s official description calls it “reborn” on Switch 2, with the game targeting a 2026 launch window.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake reveal screenshot for Nintendo Switch 2
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Full Remake, Not a Remaster — What That Means

Nintendo is calling this a remake, not a remaster or a port. That’s a meaningful distinction: where a remaster upscales what’s already there, a remake rebuilds the game from scratch with modern assets and technology. This is the same approach Nintendo took with The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening on Switch — a beloved classic reimagined with a completely new visual style. We don’t yet know who’s developing it or what engine it runs on; Nintendo has promised more information later this year.

The teaser trailer was brief — a glimpse of young Link lying in what appears to be the Kokiri Forest — but the implication is clear: this is a ground-up recreation for Switch 2 hardware, not the 3DS version rescaled to 4K. The last remake of Ocarina of Time was for Nintendo 3DS in 2011, fifteen years ago.

Nintendo Direct June 2026 promotional banner
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Why This Is a Big Deal for Singapore Switch 2 Owners

Ocarina of Time is one of the highest-rated games ever made, and it introduced an entire generation of players — including many Singapore gamers who grew up in the late 1990s and early 2000s — to 3D adventure gaming. Many of us remember a borrowed N64 cartridge, a GameCube disc, or the 3DS download. A Switch 2 remake gives that experience to a brand-new audience while giving veterans a reason to revisit Hyrule on the biggest screen in the house.

It’s also worth noting the broader Zelda momentum: a live-action Zelda film is confirmed for April 30, 2027, and the franchise is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The timing of this remake is no accident. If Nintendo lands a firm release date in the coming months, this could be the holiday system-seller for Switch 2 in Singapore.

The game is Switch 2 exclusive — it will not come to the original Switch — so this is one more reason to make that upgrade if you haven’t already. Switch 2 is currently available at major Singapore retailers.

Other Highlights From Last Night’s Direct

While the OoT remake was the headline, the rest of the Direct was equally stacked. Deltarune Chapter 5 arrives as a free update on June 24 for both Switch and Switch 2 — Toby Fox also teased Chapter 6. Kingdom Hearts IV was shown in new gameplay footage and confirmed as a Switch 2 launch title. Splatoon Raiders, a single-player spinoff featuring Deep Cut, drops July 23. And Xenoblade Genesis — a brand-new entry in the series — was announced for 2027. It was a dense, generous Direct, and we’ll have more coverage of individual announcements in the coming days. Browse our latest gaming news for more.

Last words

A full remake of arguably the greatest action-adventure game ever made, exclusive to a console Singapore gamers are already snapping up — this is precisely the kind of announcement that moves hardware. Nintendo hasn’t given a specific release date yet, just “2026”, so keep an eye on future Nintendo Directs for the full reveal. We’ll cover it the moment it drops.

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Five Singapore Games to Watch From SEAGS 2026

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Five Singapore studios took the global stage at the Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026 this past weekend — and their projects cover everything from a romance visual novel set right here in Singapore to a monster brawler with cendol and you tiao on the menu. If you missed the showcase, here’s your Singapore-focused rundown.

[OFFICIAL PREMIERE] Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026 (SEAGS) — via SEA Games Showcase (SEAGS) on YouTube

Singapore Game Developers at the Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026

Now in its second year, the Southeast Asian Games Showcase (SEAGS) is a premium annual online showcase for developers from Southeast Asia and the diaspora. The 2026 edition aired on 6 June as part of Summer Game Fest, streaming live on the official SEAGS YouTube and Twitch channels and simultaneously on The Game Awards YouTube channel. A total of 35 games from studios across the region were featured — five of them from Singapore.

The Five Singapore Games From SEAGS 2026

Merry Crisis (Monsoon Games) — A Visual Novel Set in Singapore

Monsoon Games’ Merry Crisis is the most locally resonant of the five. It is a romance visual novel about returning to Singapore for Christmas after a difficult breakup, navigating a charged reunion with a first love, an unexpected visit from a recent ex, and a new connection with a musician next door. By New Year’s Eve, you have to choose: the life you built abroad, or home.

The game is set between Singapore and New York, and the Singapore sequences draw on local settings and family dynamics. Players can customise gender identity and relationship type (straight or queer), with the story adapting to each choice. Merry Crisis promises over 12 hours of gameplay and is targeting Q4 2026 on PC, with a free extended demo already live on Steam.

Merry Crisis key art — Singapore route — Monsoon Games
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HellHeart Breaker (BattleBrew Productions) — Singapore on the Menu

BattleBrew Productions — the Singapore studio behind cooking RPG Cusineer — showed off their next project: HellHeart Breaker. The action game takes players to the Kappa Market, a supernatural food court where the specialities include cendol, you tiao, and durian mango sago. If a game has ever felt more unmistakably Singaporean in its DNA, we haven’t played it. HellHeart Breaker is targeting Q2 2027.

Hoa 2 (Skrollcat Studio) — The Ghibli-Esque Sequel Goes 3D

Skrollcat Studio’s original Hoa built a loyal following with its hand-painted art direction and meditative puzzle-platformer gameplay, drawing frequent comparisons to Studio Ghibli. Hoa 2 preserves that visual identity — the lush hand-painted aesthetic and gentle tone are still front and centre — but makes the move to full 3D environments. No firm release date was given at SEAGS 2026; the studio confirmed it is “coming soon.”

Hoa 2 screenshot — Skrollcat Studio's 3D sequel to the acclaimed puzzle platformer
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13Z: The Zodiac Trials (Mixed Realms) — Claim the 13th Position

Mixed Realms opened their 13Z: The Zodiac Trials reveal trailer with the line “12 walked this path before” — a nod to the Chinese zodiac as players compete to earn the elusive 13th zodiac spot. Details are still thin, but the trailer suggests an action title with mythological stakes. Mixed Realms is targeting Q4 2026.

Growing My Manhole (SylverDev) — Eat the Universe

SylverDev’s Growing My Manhole is a Q3 2026 roguelike built around progressive upgrades — specifically, consuming more and more of the universe. Unusual premise, potentially very satisfying loop. One to keep an eye on for fans of scale-climbing and incremental games.

The Wider SEAGS 2026 Lineup Is Worth a Watch Too

Beyond Singapore’s five entries, the full showcase was packed. Malaysian studio Metronomik showed a new story trailer for No Straight Roads 2. Passion Republic Games confirmed a 9 July release for the GigaBash: Ultraman Zero DLC. Filipino studio Polychroma Games unveiled Until Then: Afterimages, a DLC expansion for their acclaimed narrative adventure, releasing 18 June. Indonesian and Thai studios rounded out the bill with a strong mix of horror, cosy games, and brawlers.

The full showcase video — all 35 games — is on the SEA Games Showcase YouTube channel.

Last Words

Five Singapore studios on the same global stage at once is a meaningful moment for the local game development scene. From the deeply personal homecoming story of Merry Crisis to the local-food-fuelled spectacle of HellHeart Breaker, Singapore’s developers are making games with a clear sense of place. Keep these studios bookmarked — Q3 and Q4 2026 are shaping up to be busy.

Stay up to date with the latest in Singapore gaming via our Game News coverage on GameTrader.SG.

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Nintendo Direct Tonight at 10pm SGT — What Switch 2 Fans Need to Know

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Tonight’s the night. Nintendo officially kicks off its first general Nintendo Direct of 2026 at 10pm Singapore time — a roughly 50-minute showcase covering Switch and Switch 2 games for the second half of the year. If you’ve been wondering what Nintendo has up its sleeve for the rest of 2026, this is the event you don’t want to miss.

Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 + Nintendo Treehouse: Live | June 2026 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

When to Tune In From Singapore

The Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 goes live at:

  • 10:00 PM SGT (22:00) — Tuesday, 9 June 2026
  • 7:00 AM PDT / 10:00 AM EDT / 3:00 PM BST for reference

The main presentation runs for approximately 50 minutes. Right after it ends, Nintendo Treehouse: Live begins — a ~95-minute hands-on gameplay session showcasing select titles from the Direct. Set that alarm now.

Where to Watch the Nintendo Direct

You can catch the stream in a few places:

The embed above will go live at 10pm SGT, so you can watch right here if you want.

Nintendo Switch 2 console — Nintendo Direct June 2026
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What Could Nintendo Announce Tonight?

Nintendo has confirmed only that the Direct covers “news and announcements about games coming to Switch 1 and 2.” No specific titles have been officially revealed ahead of time. That said, a few things are widely expected to appear:

Almost Certain

  • Star Fox — the N64 remake releases in just 16 days (25 June), so a final trailer is a near-certainty.
  • Splatoon Raiders and Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave — both announced titles that need release date confirmation before year’s end.
  • Mario Kart World DLC — character and course additions have been rumoured since launch.

The Big Rumours (Unconfirmed)

  • The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake — industry insider NateTheHate claims it’s targeting a holiday 2026 release window. If this drops tonight, expect the internet to lose its mind.
  • The Duskbloods — FromSoftware’s Switch 2 exclusive has been quiet since its reveal; a release date or new gameplay tonight would go down very well.
  • Third-party Switch 2 ports — Metaphor: ReFantazio, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Monster Hunter Wilds have all been linked to Switch 2 in rumour circuits.

Treat all of the above as hype, not fact, until Nintendo says otherwise tonight.

Why This Direct Matters More Than Most

This is the first general Nintendo Direct since Switch 2 launched — and Nintendo’s H2 2026 first-party calendar is looking unusually thin right now. Tonight’s showcase is essentially Nintendo’s opportunity to fill the holiday season with big names. For Singapore gamers who’ve already grabbed a Switch 2, the Direct could determine whether that console sits on the shelf or gets heavy use through the end of the year.

Last Words

Whatever Nintendo has planned, tonight’s 10pm SGT broadcast has the potential to be one of the most significant Directs in years. Get comfortable, pull up the stream — and check back on GameTrader.SG’s Game News afterwards for our full recap of everything announced. Singapore Switch 2 fans, this one’s for you.

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Xbox Showcase 2026: Persona 6 Drops, Gears Goes Exclusive

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The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 went live overnight, and Singapore gamers have a lot to unpack. From a decade-in-the-making Persona 6 world premiere to a surprise Gears of War console exclusive, here is everything that matters — and what you can actually play on Game Pass from Singapore.

Persona 6 — Teaser Trailer | XBOX Games Showcase 2026 — via XBOX on YouTube

Persona 6 Is Real — and Coming to Xbox Game Pass Day One

After years of leaks and false starts, Atlus finally confirmed Persona 6 at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026. P-STUDIO director Kazuhisa Wada described it as a bold, new standalone story blending heartfelt daily life with pulse-pounding supernatural adventure — Persona through and through, just brand new.

The teaser is deliberately cryptic: a graveyard full of headstones, a neon green colour scheme replacing Persona 5’s iconic red, and a logo. No release window, no characters, no setting. That green pivot alone set forums alight. Early trailer views hit roughly 146,000 within two hours of the showcase ending — the most-watched reveal of the night by a wide margin.

Where you can play it: Xbox Series X|S, PC (Xbox Game Pass day one), PS5, and Steam. Singapore subscribers on Game Pass are covered. This is the first mainline Persona entry since Persona 5 launched in 2016 — nearly a decade of waiting finally has an official answer.

Persona 4 Revival Also Confirmed — February 18, 2027

Atlus doubled down with a second reveal: Persona 4 Revival, an enhanced remake of the beloved 2008 PS2 RPG, confirmed for February 18, 2027 on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass. For fans who missed P4 Golden or want a freshly modernised Inaba before P6 arrives, this is the one to bookmark.

Mark your calendar: an official Persona 4 Revival Broadcast Livestream is set for June 18 at 4pm PT — that is June 19 at approximately 7am SGT — on the official Atlus West YouTube channel. Expect a full gameplay deep-dive.

Gears of War: E-Day Is a Console Exclusive — Xbox Only

Gears of War E-Day — Xbox Games Showcase 2026
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The big exclusivity play of the night: Gears of War: E-Day, an origin story following a young Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago on the day the Locust Horde emerged, is a console exclusive to Xbox Series X|S and PC. PS5 players will not be getting it.

It launches October 6, 2026 on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass. An open beta kicks off August 6, so Singapore Xbox subscribers can get hands-on well before launch. The Coalition built this as a prequel that works for both returning Gears veterans and newcomers — the first game in the series to lean into origin storytelling at this scale.

Halo Campaign Evolved — July 28, With Three New Missions

Halo: Campaign Evolved drops July 28, 2026 — with early access beginning July 23 for eligible Game Pass subscribers. Unlike Gears, this one is multiplatform: Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation. The launch package includes Operation: METEORITE, a set of three new campaign missions added on day one. It will be on Game Pass day one.

Fable, Spyro, Wo Long 2 and a Full 2027 Lineup

All games announced at Xbox Games Showcase 2026
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Beyond the headline acts, the showcase confirmed a strong 2026–2027 slate:

  • Fable — February 23, 2027 (early access February 18). Hayley Atwell plays the villain Isabel; Jack of Blades returns. Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud, Game Pass.
  • Spyro: A Realm Beyond — Spring 2027. The first all-new Spyro game in nearly 20 years, with true open-world dragon flight. Xbox, PC, Game Pass.
  • State of Decay 3 — 2027. Four-player co-op zombie survival open world on Xbox, PC, Game Pass, and PS5.
  • Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember — Early 2027. Team Ninja’s brutal action-RPG moves to an Eastern Han dynasty fantasy setting — a period with clear SEA gaming appeal. Xbox, PC, Game Pass.
  • Senua — 2027. Ninja Theory’s next chapter in the Hellblade universe, Xbox and PC exclusive.
  • Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse — October 15, 2026. Rose Belmont leads a new 2D action-exploration Castlevania. Xbox, PC, cloud.
  • Minecraft Dungeons II — September 29, 2026. Game Pass day one.
  • DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations — July 7, 2026. A campaign expansion with the new Chain Spear weapon.
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 — October 23, 2026. Includes a new DMZ extraction mode. Xbox, PC, Game Pass.

Play right now: Where Winds Meet, a free-to-play Wuxia open-world ARPG, went live on Xbox Series X|S and PC during the showcase. No wait required.

Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition Hardware

To mark Xbox’s 25th anniversary, Microsoft unveiled the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition console in a translucent design that nods to the original Xbox’s aesthetic, paired with a matching Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition. Both are targeting November 2026 in select markets — no Singapore availability confirmed yet, but limited Xbox hardware has previously landed here through local retailers.

Last words

The showcase leaned heavily into Game Pass value, which works well for Singapore subscribers. The Atlus double-punch — Persona 4 Revival confirmed for early 2027, Persona 6 officially revealed after a decade — makes this one of the most significant gaming nights for local JRPG fans in years. Check our Game News section for ongoing coverage as release dates firm up, and keep an eye out for the Persona 4 Revival broadcast livestream on June 19 at 7am SGT.

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Ubisoft Singapore Leads AC Black Flag Resynced — Out 9 July

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Singapore’s own Ubisoft studio is the lead developer behind one of 2026’s most anticipated action-adventure releases, and the wait is almost over. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Ubisoft’s first-ever ground-up remake, launches on 9 July 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC — and it was built right here in Singapore.

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced: Official Summer Game Fest Trailer — via Assassin's Creed on YouTube

What Is Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced?

This is not a remaster — Ubisoft is emphatic about that distinction. Black Flag Resynced has been rebuilt from scratch in the latest Anvil engine with zero code carried over from the original 2013 game. The result is a full reimagining of the beloved pirate adventure: ray-traced visuals, Dolby Atmos audio, seamless open-world environments with no loading screens, and a raft of new gameplay mechanics that bring the decade-old classic firmly into 2026.

The story follows pirate-assassin Edward Kenway across the Caribbean, with the original narrative intact and meaningfully expanded. Original voice actor Matt Ryan returns as Edward, while original writer Darby McDevitt has penned brand-new scenes for supporting characters — including a new chapter featuring Edward’s wife.

Ubisoft Singapore at the Helm

Edward Kenway overlooking the Caribbean in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
Image courtesy of Ubisoft

For Singapore gamers, there is a genuine local-pride angle here. Ubisoft Singapore — a key collaborator on the naval systems of the original Black Flag — was chosen to lead the remake, and the studio has left its mark on the game’s biggest upgrades. Creative directors Richard Knight and Paul Fu have spoken about wanting to “reconnect with the heart of Black Flag”: building something faithful to the original while making it worthy of today’s hardware.

This is also the first ground-up remake in Ubisoft’s entire publishing history, making Black Flag Resynced a landmark release for the company — and, by extension, a major milestone for Ubisoft Singapore.

AC Black Flag Resynced: Combat, Stealth and Naval Overhaul

Combat and Stealth

The original game’s older, button-mashing combat has been replaced by a parry-driven system that rewards timing and delivers more visceral takedowns. Edward can now crouch at any time, opening up proper stealth routes mid-mission. A new Observe Mode lets players scan the environment, tag enemies, and track objectives — a quality-of-life feature the original Black Flag badly needed.

Tailing and eavesdropping missions, often the most frustrating sequences in the 2013 original, have been redesigned: getting spotted no longer triggers an instant mission fail, removing the rage-inducing hard restarts many players remember.

Naval Combat

Naval combat with the Jackdaw in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
Image courtesy of Ubisoft

The Jackdaw has been given a full overhaul. New secondary weapons expand your options at sea, enemy ships now belong to factions with alliances and rivalries that affect how they behave in battle, and you can recruit three officers, each with unique abilities and dedicated side quests. Ten new sea shanties join the already legendary sailing soundtrack, and ship pets — cats and monkeys — add a welcome dose of character.

The showpiece of the naval rework is the dynamic weather system built by Ubisoft Singapore: storms now affect wave physics, wind direction, and enemy ship behaviour, ensuring no two sea battles play out the same way.

Editions, Pricing and Pre-orders

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced launches globally on 9 July 2026 across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (available via the Ubisoft Store, Epic Games Store, and Steam). Three editions are available at launch: Standard, Deluxe (with additional content), and Collector’s Edition. Pre-orders are live now — head to Ubisoft’s Singapore storefront for local pricing. The game is also included in Ubisoft+ on day one for subscribers.

Last Words

It is not often that a Singapore studio gets to lead a flagship AAA release of this scale. Ubisoft Singapore’s nautical expertise helped make the original Black Flag one of the most beloved games of its era — and with the remake, the team gets full credit for that legacy. For Singapore gamers, this is worth picking up on principle alone, but fortunately the rebuilt mechanics and modern visuals make it worth every dollar regardless of nostalgia. Mark 9 July in your calendar. Check out our other gaming news while you count down.

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Resident Evil: Veronica — Code Veronica Remake Confirmed

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After 26 years of fan requests, Capcom has finally made the Resident Evil Veronica remake official. Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026 on 5 June, Resident Evil: Veronica is a ground-up rebuild of the 2000 survival horror classic — and it is heading to PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S and PC in 2027.

Resident Evil Veronica – Official Reveal Trailer (4K) | IGN Summer of Gaming — via IGN on YouTube

What Is Resident Evil: Veronica?

Back in 2000, Resident Evil — Code: Veronica launched on the Sega Dreamcast as the first mainline RE game to render its environments in real-time 3D. It followed Claire Redfield as she infiltrates an Umbrella island facility — Rockfort Island — in a desperate search for her brother Chris. The story brought back fan-favourite villain Albert Wesker and introduced the terrifying T-Veronica virus, delivering some of the darkest moments in the entire series.

While Capcom has remade RE2 (2019), RE3 (2020) and RE4 (2023) to great critical acclaim, Code Veronica remained the obvious gap — beloved by long-time fans but never brought to modern hardware with a full makeover. That gap closes in 2027.

The remake drops the “Code” from the name, arriving simply as Resident Evil: Veronica — a naming pattern that mirrors how the series has handled its recent remakes.

Survival Horror, Rebuilt from the Ground Up

Claire Redfield in Resident Evil Veronica remake
Image courtesy of Capcom

Capcom has made clear that this will not be a tank-controls nostalgia trip. The remake features modernised controls consistent with the recent RE Engine entries, bringing the original’s fixed-camera corridors into the fluid, over-the-shoulder era. Early details point to a tone that leans firmly into horror — so expect more dread and fewer set-piece moments than, say, RE4 Remake.

Claire and Chris Redfield return as the playable characters, with Wesker once again pulling strings as the central antagonist. The reveal trailer showed a brief glimpse of Rockfort Island’s gothic castle sections alongside the Antarctic Umbrella compound — both recognisable to veterans of the original, now rendered in detail that would have been unthinkable on Dreamcast.

Platforms and What Singapore Gamers Need to Know

Castle facility environment in Resident Evil Veronica remake
Image courtesy of Capcom

Resident Evil: Veronica is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC, launching sometime in 2027. No specific release date has been announced yet, and Singapore retail pricing is to be confirmed.

The Switch 2 inclusion is particularly welcome for local fans — Singapore’s Nintendo community has grown significantly since the Switch 2 launch, and having a flagship survival horror title on the platform means more players can join in without needing multiple consoles. You can already wishlist the game on Steam for PC.

There is no word yet on a Singapore-exclusive collector’s edition or local launch event, but given how Capcom handled the RE4 Remake launch in the region, expect local retailers to announce pre-order bundles once a firm date is set. Keep an eye on GameXtreme, GameMartz and major platform digital stores for updates.

The Remake Everyone Was Waiting For

Singapore RE fans have been patient. RE2 Remake blew expectations in 2019, RE3 Remake landed in 2020, RE4 Remake raised the bar again in 2023 — and each time, the question on local forums was: “So when is Code Veronica getting its turn?” Capcom’s answer, it turns out, was Summer Game Fest 2026.

With the full remake trilogy of PS1-era classics now wrapped up and Code Veronica finally in production, Capcom appears to be building toward a complete modern RE canon. Whether Veronica will carry the same critical heat as its predecessors remains to be seen, but the pedigree — and the demand — is certainly there. For more game news as details emerge, stay tuned to GameTrader.SG.

Last Words

Resident Evil: Veronica is real, it is coming in 2027, and it is on every major platform including Nintendo Switch 2. For Singapore fans who have been replaying the HD remaster on PS3 and wondering if Capcom would ever get around to a proper rebuild — your wait is almost over. Wishlist it on Steam now, and we will bring you local pricing and pre-order news the moment Capcom drops it.

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Attack on Titan 3 Announced — Full Saga Coming to PS5, Switch 2 and PC

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Koei Tecmo and developer Omega Force have officially announced Attack on Titan 3 — and for fans who have followed the franchise since Eren first set eyes on the Colossal Titan, this one is built to be the definitive game adaptation of the entire saga, start to finish.

What Is Attack on Titan 3?

Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026 on 5 June, Attack on Titan 3 is described by Koei Tecmo as “the riveting culmination of the action game series,” covering the complete story of Attack on Titan — all four seasons — from the Survey Corps’ early struggles in Shiganshina all the way to the dramatic conclusion of the Rumbling arc. It is the first mainline entry in the series since Attack on Titan 2 in 2018, and Omega Force is framing it as the game that finally lets players experience the whole thing in one place.

Critically, the game will include new story content not found in the anime or manga — meaning even fans who know the ending beat-for-beat will have something fresh to discover. Koei Tecmo has not elaborated on what that content covers yet, but it is likely to expand on side characters and lore that the anime condensed.

Attack on Titan 3 key art showing Survey Corps members in action
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

Watch the Announce Trailer

A.O.T. 3 Announce Trailer — via KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. on YouTube

Platforms and What’s New in the Gameplay

Attack on Titan 3 is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. On the gameplay side, Omega Force has highlighted two things:

  • Combat against the Nine Titans for the first time — previous games focused on the standard giant Titans; this entry will put players up against the more powerful individual Titan shifters from the later arcs.
  • Upgraded omni-directional mobility (ODM) gear — the signature 3D movement system gets “acrobatic and intense” improvements, which should make aerial combat feel a significant step up from A.O.T. 2.
Attack on Titan 3 announce trailer screenshot
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

No pricing has been announced yet for any region. Players can keep an eye on the Steam page and PlayStation Store for Asia listings once those go live.

Mark Your Calendar — July 1 Scouting Report

Koei Tecmo has confirmed a dedicated reveal event called the “Scouting Report” on 1 July 2026, where more detailed gameplay information will be shared. The presentation will feature Japanese voice actors Yui Ishikawa (voice of Mikasa Ackermann) and Shiori Mikami (voice of Historia Reiss / Christa) as special guests. If you have been waiting for full gameplay footage, this is the date to set a reminder for.

The game is also expected to appear at Anime Expo 2026 (2–5 July, Los Angeles), which aligns neatly with the Scouting Report timing.

Last Words

For Singapore fans, this announcement lands especially well. Attack on Titan’s run — which ended with one of the most debated manga conclusions in recent memory — left plenty of unresolved feelings, and a game that lets you play through the Rumbling and its aftermath on your own terms is genuinely something. The Switch 2 version in particular is worth noting: for Singapore players who picked up Nintendo’s latest hardware, this could be one of the year’s major game news releases to watch.

No release window has been confirmed beyond the 2026 Scouting Report reveal. We will be covering all updates here at GameTrader.SG once Koei Tecmo drops more details on 1 July.

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Final Fantasy VII Revelation: Spring 2027 on All Platforms

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Square Enix just closed out Summer Game Fest 2026 with arguably the biggest reveal of the season: Final Fantasy VII Revelation, the third and final chapter of the FF7 Remake trilogy, is confirmed for Spring 2027 — and unlike its predecessors, it launches simultaneously on every major platform from day one.

Watch the Final Fantasy VII Revelation Reveal Trailer

FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION Reveal Trailer — via Square Enix Asia on YouTube

What We Know About Final Fantasy VII Revelation

Director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed that Revelation wraps up the story begun in Final Fantasy VII Remake (2020) and continued in Rebirth (2024). Cloud and his companions are in a desperate race against time as Sephiroth closes in on godhood — with the entire planet at stake, the Highwind airship becomes the key to stopping him.

Here is everything confirmed so far:

  • Release window: Spring 2027, simultaneous worldwide launch
  • Platforms: PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam & Epic Games Store) — no timed exclusivity
  • New playable characters: Vincent Valentine and Cid Highwind join Cloud’s party
  • Open world: The Highwind gives players access to the entire planet, with parachute drop-in anywhere for seamless air-to-land exploration
  • New Sephiroth voice (English dub): A new actor takes over the role — details to be confirmed
Final Fantasy VII Revelation — Cloud and party in cinematic reveal
Image courtesy of Square Enix

That simultaneous platform launch is no small thing. Final Fantasy VII Remake was a PS4 exclusive at launch. Rebirth was a timed PS5 exclusive. Revelation breaks that pattern entirely: Switch 2 and PC players get it on the same day as PS5. No waiting.

Why Singapore FF7 Fans Should Be Excited

Final Fantasy VII carries real emotional weight for Singapore gamers who first met Cloud, Tifa, and Aerith on the original PlayStation back in 1997. The Remake project has always felt like a promise — and Revelation is where Square Enix has to deliver on it. The fact that it arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 at launch is a win for the many local players who made the jump to handheld-first gaming this generation.

SGD pricing and pre-order details have not been announced yet. We will update this article once local retail listings go live — watch this space and keep an eye on stores like Qisahn and GameMartz for early pre-order news.

Other Summer Game Fest 2026 Picks for Singapore Gamers

Revelation was the headline, but SGF 2026 had several other announcements worth flagging:

Final Fantasy VII Revelation — world exploration confirmed at Summer Game Fest 2026
Image courtesy of Square Enix
  • Palworld 1.0 (July 10, 2026) — Pocketpair’s creature-collector leaves Early Access in just over a month. If you have been holding off for the full release, the wait is almost over.
  • Stellar Blade: Blood Rain — Shift Up officially announced a follow-up to Stellar Blade, with a new protagonist and a blend of cyberpunk aesthetics and creature horror. Early in development, but the original was a strong seller in Singapore.
  • Resident Evil: Veronica — Capcom is remaking Code Veronica in first-person, coming in 2027 to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC. A fresh take on a classic.
  • TMNT from PlatinumGames — PlatinumGames is making a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action game. No further details, but given the studio’s pedigree with Bayonetta and Astral Chain, it is absolutely on our radar.
  • The Wolf Among Us 2 (2027) — Telltale’s long-delayed sequel is officially back in development, and the original is getting a remaster holiday 2026.

Want to know what else is coming to Singapore shelves this season? Browse our Game News coverage for the latest.

Last words

Spring 2027 cannot come soon enough. Final Fantasy VII Revelation landing on Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 on the same day closes the loop on what has been one of gaming’s most ambitious remake projects — and Singapore fans will finally get to see how the story ends, no matter which platform they call home. We will be covering every update between now and launch, so bookmark GameTrader.SG and stay tuned.

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Tifa Lockhart Joins Street Fighter 6 in Year 4 DLC

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Capcom dropped one of the biggest crossover announcements of 2026 at Summer Game Fest: Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy VII is officially joining Street Fighter 6 as a Year 4 DLC character, and she’s bringing Materia along with her. The reveal — confirmed on stage by SF6 Director Takayuki Nakayama and Square Enix’s Naoki Hamaguchi — had both the fighting game community and Final Fantasy fans going wild overnight.

Street Fighter 6 – Year 4 Character Reveal Trailer feat. Tifa (FINAL FANTASY VII Remake Series) — via Street Fighter on YouTube

The Full Street Fighter 6 Tifa Lockhart Year 4 Roster

Capcom announced all four Year 4 characters at once, alongside a staggered release schedule:

  • Yasmine — 3 August 2026
  • Arjun — Autumn 2026
  • Tifa Lockhart (Final Fantasy VII) — Early 2027
  • Bosch — Spring 2027

It’s the first Year in Street Fighter 6 history with no returning classic characters: three original newcomers plus one high-profile guest. Tifa is third in line, meaning Singapore players will have Yasmine and Arjun to sharpen their game with before she arrives.

Street Fighter 6 Year 4 DLC character lineup featuring Tifa Lockhart, Yasmine, Arjun and Bosch
Image courtesy of Capcom

How Tifa Plays: Materia Enters the Battle System

Director Nakayama confirmed that Materia will function as an all-new gameplay mechanic specific to Tifa — a first for any guest character in SF6. He also teased that “another iconic Final Fantasy element” would be adapted for her battle experience, though neither he nor Hamaguchi revealed what that element is yet.

Tifa’s moveset has been rebuilt from scratch as a Street Fighter character, keeping her Zangan-ryu martial arts foundation. Narratively, she gets transported to a new world where she encounters Street Fighters. One caveat: Capcom confirmed she will not receive a World Tour story mode arc, as that mode concluded with Ingrid’s chapter.

Platforms and How to Get the Year 4 DLC

Street Fighter 6 is available on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. All Year 4 characters — including Tifa — can be purchased individually or as part of the Year 4 Character Pass or Ultimate Pass. Pass holders generally get better value if they plan to play all four additions.

SGD pricing for Year 4 passes has not been announced yet. Previous year passes on the PS Store Singapore have sat in the SGD $40–50 range — check the official Street Fighter 6 site once regional pricing goes live. For more upcoming releases, see our other game news coverage.

Last words

Singapore’s fighting game community has been one of SEA’s most active since Street Fighter 6 launched — local players have turned up at everything from grassroots weeklies to regional majors. Tifa is exactly the kind of crossover guest who pulls the JRPG crowd in alongside the FGC regulars. She won’t arrive until early 2027, but Yasmine lands first in August: plenty of time to build that Battle Hub rank before Midgar’s finest steps through the portal.