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Love Live! App Developer ODD No Declares Bankruptcy — ¥10.3 Billion in Debt

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The developer behind Link! Like! Love Live! has collapsed. ODD No Inc., the Tokyo-based studio responsible for the school idol rhythm game, received a bankruptcy commencement order from the Tokyo District Court on August 5, 2026, alongside two affiliate companies — just over two months after the game itself closed its doors. The scale of the financial damage is staggering: liabilities of ¥10.32 billion (around SGD 87 million).

A Game That Tried to Live in Real Time

Link! Like! Love Live! gameplay showing the rhythm game and real-time streaming feature
Image courtesy of ODD No / Sunrise

Link! Like! Love Live! launched in May 2023 as the smartphone home of the Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club — a new group within the beloved Love Live! franchise. What made the game unusual was its real-time calendar system: in-game events ran on a literal calendar, with the idols living out their school year day by day in sync with real life, complete with live-streaming sessions that fans across Asia tuned into regularly.

For Singapore fans who had followed the Love Live! franchise through concerts, physical merchandise, and earlier series entries, Hasunosora felt like a new chapter worth following closely. The real-time idol life format proved enormously engaging — but it also placed an extraordinary operational burden on the developer.

When ODD No announced the game’s shutdown in April 2026, the company cited skyrocketing operational costs and insufficient human resources to sustain the system. As relayed by Automaton West, ODD No described the real-time calendar’s operational demands as "unimaginable" and "far greater than for any typical live-service game." The game ended service on June 30, 2026.

「Dream Believers」— the game’s opening theme, via 蓮ノ空女学院スクールアイドルクラブ公式チャンネル on YouTube

The Financial Picture — A Mountain of Debt

Link! Like! Love Live! official logo and title card
Image courtesy of ODD No / Sunrise

Credit investigation firm Tokyo Shoko Research published a breakdown on August 13 (Japanese), reported by Automaton West: ODD No’s liabilities had reached ¥10.32 billion ($64.7 million USD / approximately SGD 87 million) as of the fiscal year ended December 2024. The game’s net loss for FY2023 alone was ¥5.6 billion, leaving the company with a liability excess of ¥6.8 billion at the end of that year.

The final months were marked by dramatic signs of distress. In December 2025 and again in March 2026, ODD No’s own headquarters — which doubled as the CEO’s home — was subjected to provisional attachment orders filed by alleged business partners. This legal measure freezes assets to protect creditors’ ability to recover what they’re owed once formal bankruptcy proceeds.

The bankruptcy proceedings, as reported via ITMedia (Japanese) and covered in Automaton West, cover ODD No alongside two affiliated companies — all three received commencement orders from the Tokyo District Court on August 5.

A Bruising Year for Mobile Game Developers

ODD No’s collapse is part of a wider reckoning in Japan’s mobile gaming industry. Automaton West reports, citing Tokyo Shoko Research data, that 10 mobile game developers went bankrupt between January and July 2026 alone — versus just 3 for all of 2025. With ODD No added to the tally, the sector is on pace for a new annual record.

The Love Live! franchise itself is unaffected. The Hasunosora idols continue to have music, merchandise, and an active YouTube presence — their story simply moved back to other media after the app closed. For Singapore Love Live! fans who want to keep up, the broader franchise continues through other anime and music releases still in active production.

But the closure of Link! Like! Love Live! — and now its developer’s bankruptcy — is a sharp reminder of how costly ambition can be in the live-service space. Running a real-time idol school life, in perfect sync with the calendar, seven days a week, turned out to be a different matter entirely from building a great concept on paper.

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Patlabor: The Case Files Hits PS5 and PC on 17 September — First Console Game in 20 Years

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Patlabor fans have been waiting a long time for this one. Patlabor: The Case Files, developed by Chime Corporation and published by Good Smile Company, has a confirmed worldwide release date: 17 September 2026 on PS5, PC via Steam, and PC via the Epic Games Store. Digital Deluxe edition owners get three-day early access starting 14 September.

It is the first Patlabor console game in roughly 20 years, and it arrives as a full-featured action game rather than a simple anniversary tribute — pilots will operate the iconic AV-98 Ingram across a campaign that covers the original anime, the OVAs, and both theatrical films.

Two AV-98 Ingram units standing outdoors in Patlabor: The Case Files
Image courtesy of Good Smile Company

Gameplay Modes

The Case Files ships with three distinct play modes:

  • Main Mission — you play as an SV2 Division officer piloting an Ingram through story missions drawn from the full Patlabor continuity
  • Another Side Mission — a unique perspective flip: you control an enemy Labor, staging incidents the SV2 team will have to respond to
  • Simulator Mode — a free-play area for learning the mechs and practicing combat without story consequences

The roster covers more than 20 playable Labors, including the fan-favourite Type-J9 Griffon — the Ingram’s recurring rival unit — alongside a range of civilian and criminal Labor designs from across the series.

AV-98 Ingram Labor standing in a maintenance gantry in Patlabor: The Case Files
Image courtesy of Good Smile Company

Kenji Kawai Scores the Soundtrack

Kenji Kawai — who scored both Patlabor theatrical films and is best known internationally for his Ghost in the Shell soundtrack — returns to compose the game’s music. The Digital Deluxe edition bundles the full 30-track OST alongside the early access window, making it the obvious pick for anyone who plans to spend time in Simulator Mode.

Patlabor: The Case Files — Official Third Trailer via GameTrailers on YouTube

Pricing and Editions

Standard digital is priced at USD 34.99; the Digital Deluxe edition — which adds the 30-track Kenji Kawai OST and three-day early access — is USD 39.99. Both editions launch simultaneously worldwide, with the game fully localised in Japanese, English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese.

Another Side Mission gameplay screen showing HUD and enemy Labor in Patlabor: The Case Files
Image courtesy of Good Smile Company

Where to Wishlist

The game is live on Steam and the Epic Games Store now for wishlisting ahead of the September window. A physical edition has not been announced at this stage.

We’ll have more coverage — including a hands-on impression if preview builds come our way — closer to the 14 September early access window. Check back at GameTrader’s game news section for updates.

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Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME Turns One — Reno Ichikawa Is Live Today and 25,000 Free Crystals Are Waiting

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KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME hit its first birthday and the developers are not holding back. The action RPG from Akatsuki Games, TOHO, and Production I.G launched globally on 31 August 2025 — and a year in, the 1st Anniversary celebration titled “All Fronts, All Awaken” is well underway with a new ★5 character going live right now, a stacked events calendar running through September, and over 25,000 free Dimensional Crystals up for grabs. If you play on mobile or Steam, today is the day to log in.

Reno Ichikawa The Reigning King of Kaiju character reveal card for Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME
Image courtesy of Akatsuki Games / TOHO / Production I.G

Reno Ichikawa — The Reigning King of Kaiju — Is Live Today

The headline addition for 10 August is ★5 [The Reigning King of Kaiju] Reno Ichikawa, equipped with Dimensional Numbers Weapon 6 and paired with a new ★5 assault rifle, the AR-Okzorom. His ability is built around ally support: according to Akatsuki Games’ press materials, “the special energy emitted from its four tails boosts allies’ capabilities” — framing Reno as a force-multiplier unit in a game where coordinated squads matter a lot. Players who followed his arc in the anime will know Reno as Kafka’s closest ally, so this premium anniversary version is a significant character milestone.

KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME – 1st Anniv. Countdown Trailer — via KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Official on YouTube

Kikoru Shinomiya Follows on 20 August

Kikoru Shinomiya The Valkyrie's Successor character reveal for Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME
Image courtesy of Akatsuki Games / TOHO / Production I.G

Ten days later, on 20 August, ★5 [The Valkyrie’s Successor] Kikoru Shinomiya joins the gacha banner, bringing a new ★5 axe weapon, the Ax-Freyja. The character’s lore hook is meaningful for fans of the series: Kikoru takes up Numbers Weapon 4 that originally belonged to her mother, Hikari Shinomiya, unlocking an airborne fighting style that the press release describes as allowing her to “take to the skies and dominate the battlefield like a true Valkyrie.” Paired with a Special Event on 20 August that features a dedicated story chapter for this character, it is the kind of deep-cut fanservice the anniversary is leaning into.

25,000 Crystals and 8 Events Through September

Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME 1st Anniversary 8 Major Events calendar
Image courtesy of Akatsuki Games / TOHO / Production I.G

The bigger picture for the anniversary window (1 August – 30 September) is a cascade of eight distinct event modes:

  • New Chapter Event (Aug 1 / Sep 1) — Dimensional Crystal rewards for clearing new story stages
  • Fierce Battle Area (Aug 3, 5 & 28) — new Limited, Permanent and High Difficulty stages
  • Kaiju Rush (Aug 8) — consecutive battles with HP and SP carried between fights
  • Total War (Aug 12) — a solo raid tackled with four squads
  • Large Conquest (Aug 16) — waves of Yoju to defeat
  • Special Event (Aug 20) — story chapter tied to the new Kikoru Shinomiya unit
  • Raid Battle (Aug 24) — co-op tackle of a massive Identified Kaiju
  • Mop-Up Operation (date TBC) — Yoju cleanup following the Raid Battle

Between login bonuses and event rewards, Akatsuki Games says more than 25,000 Dimensional Crystals are obtainable across the anniversary period — a meaningful haul in a game where 3,000 crystals buys ten gacha pulls.

Main Story Chapter 14 and a New Short Anime Series

On the story side, Main Story Chapter 14: “Disaster A — Decisive Battle” is now live, moving the plot to New York for what the game bills as the final confrontation with Dimensional Identified Kaiju A. The chapter unlocks alongside anniversary login rewards, so it is a good reason to revisit even if you had fallen behind.

Looking a little further ahead: a four-episode original short animation called “Narumi’s Week at Work” premieres on 5 September, airing every Saturday at 8:00 PM JST on TOHO animation’s official YouTube channel. It is a game-original story and the first dedicated animation tied to the game’s own narrative rather than the main manga’s. There is also a Special Program Mini livestream on 30 August at 8:00 PM JST on the game’s official YouTube for another round of reveals.

Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME 1st Anniversary Special Program Mini livestream announcement
Image courtesy of Akatsuki Games / TOHO / Production I.G

Available on Mobile and Steam — Singapore Players Can Jump In Now

KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME is a free-to-play title available globally on the App Store, Google Play, and Steam, with no regional lock for Singapore. The game supports six languages including English, so there is no barrier to entry. If you are already a fan of the manga by Naoya Matsumoto — which ran in Weekly Shonen Jump — or caught the anime adaptation on Netflix, the game picks up a parallel original story set in the same world.

For returning and new players alike, the anniversary window running through September is the best time to accumulate resources. Log in daily, clear the Chapter 14 stages, and you will be in a solid position for Kikoru Shinomiya’s banner on 20 August. Check out other game news on GameTrader for more mobile and console titles worth watching.

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Attack on Titan 3 Release Date Dropping Tonight — Tune In at 10:50 PM SGT

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Koei Tecmo is finally naming the day. The publisher has confirmed a dedicated livestream that will reveal the official release date for Attack on Titan 3 — and it is happening tonight. Singapore fans have until 10:50 PM SGT (Monday, 3 August) to mark their calendars.

Scout facing the Colossal Titan in Attack on Titan 3
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

When and Where to Watch the Attack on Titan 3 Release Date Stream

The stream goes live on 3 August 2026 at 10:50 AM EDT / 3:50 PM GMT / 10:50 PM SGT. Head to Koei Tecmo America’s official YouTube channel to catch it live — the broadcast is estimated to run around 10 minutes and will cover:

  • The official release date reveal
  • Details on the Deluxe Edition
  • Various bonus and pre-order information
  • Additional gameplay footage highlighting the game’s special features

As we covered when Koei Tecmo locked in a winter 2026 release window, the game targets PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam — all platforms available in Singapore.

Attack on Titan 3 — Gameplay Reveal Trailer via KOEI TECMO AMERICA on YouTube

Everything Confirmed About Attack on Titan 3

Omega Force’s third entry in the series is the most ambitious yet. For the first time, the game covers the complete story of Attack on Titan from beginning to end — from the fall of Shiganshina all the way through the Rumbling and its aftermath. The Nine Titans appear for the first time in a mainline AoT action game.

Scout using omni-directional mobility gear in Attack on Titan 3
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

The signature omni-directional mobility (ODM) gear combat has been refined to deliver the most acrobatic encounters in the series. Titans come with new attack patterns and behaviours, and a new Casual Mode means players who are primarily here for the story can experience the full game without getting blocked by difficult bosses.

Build Your Squad and Shape the Story

You step in as a fully customisable Scout Regiment protagonist rising through the 104th Cadet Corps. Forging bonds with series characters like Eren, Mikasa and Armin unlocks unique battle abilities and special cutscenes, weaving your custom soldier into the anime’s biggest moments.

Young Eren and Mikasa in a quiet scene from Attack on Titan 3
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

Beyond direct combat, Exterior Scouting Missions let you explore the world between battles, establish supply bases, and manage territorial resources — a strategic layer earlier entries in the series did not have.

MAPPA Is Handling the Opening Animation

Koei Tecmo has confirmed that MAPPA — the studio behind Attack on Titan: The Final Season — will produce the game’s opening animation, with Final Season action animator Arifumi Imai directing. One detail to be aware of: this animation is being added post-launch via a free update, so the day-one build will not include it.

Aerial ODM combat against a Titan in Attack on Titan 3
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

Singapore: What to Expect After Tonight

All four target platforms are sold here — PS5, Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S and Steam (PC) — so local availability should not be an issue. A Singapore or regional price has not been confirmed; the stream tonight may include pre-order details. Watch our Game News section for a follow-up as soon as the date drops, and tune in tonight at 10:50 PM SGT if you want to be first to know.

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KonoSuba Mobile RPG Confirmed for 2026 — Pre-Register Now

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KonoSuba is ten years old, and Kadokawa is marking the occasion with something fans have been waiting for: an official new mobile RPG built around the original creative team, the original cast, and a launch window of 2026. Pre-registration is open right now — here’s what we know.

KonoSuba Prosperity to This Beloved Town key art showing the full cast in the city of Axel
Image courtesy of Kadokawa

What Is Machi-suba?

The new title’s full name is KONOSUBA: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! ~Prosperity to This Beloved Town!~ — fans in Japan are already calling it Machi-suba (まちすば). It’s a free-to-play “Otherworldly Trouble-Life RPG” developed by Sumzap under Kadokawa and confirmed for iOS, Android, and PC with a Japanese launch in 2026.

The premise: you take over the city of Axel — the ramshackle adventurer’s town where Kazuma and the gang are perpetually broke — and build it into something prosperous. Gameplay combines town management and resource building with RPG quest progression and character interactions. You recruit adventurers, expand facilities, and drag Kazuma, Aqua, Megumin, and Darkness along for an entirely original story. The original anime voice cast reprises their roles in full.

The Original Team Is on Board

KonoSuba ~Prosperity to This Beloved Town!~ Teaser PV — via KADOKAWAanime on YouTube

What separates Machi-suba from the flood of anime-licensed mobile titles is the involvement of the franchise’s actual creators. Light novel author Natsume Akatsuki is supervising the original story. In a comment carried on the official Kadokawa announcement (Japanese), Akatsuki said: “I’d like to aim to be an independent solo player like Yunyun, so I hope the event design won’t exclude those who play alone.” That’s a pointed jab at mobile games that wall content behind guild participation — and a hint that Akatsuki is pushing for a design that actually respects solo fans.

Original illustrator Kurone Mishima is cooperating on the art, and noted in the same announcement: “I’m truly happy to be able to meet Kazuma and the others again in this form.” The game’s key art — drawn in Mishima’s instantly recognisable style — already looks like a series-accurate production rather than a rushed licence job.

KonoSuba Machi-suba official announcement showing the city of Axel and creator comments from Natsume Akatsuki and Kurone Mishima
Image courtesy of Kadokawa

Pre-Registration and Platforms

Aqua from KonoSuba in an action pose in the Machi-suba teaser PV
Image courtesy of Kadokawa

Pre-registration is open now via the official site (Japanese), which links to both the App Store and Google Play, with a PC version also planned. The game is free to play. No specific launch date has been announced beyond “2026,” and no English or global version has been confirmed.

For Singapore and SEA fans, that means a Japanese App Store or Japan-region Google Play account is the current path to pre-registration. Given KonoSuba’s massive overseas fanbase — the series is one of the most streamed isekai franchises in the region — a global rollout seems commercially obvious, but Kadokawa has made no announcement. Treat it as Japan-first for now and flag the official site for updates.

The City of Axel on Your Phone

Aerial view of the city of Axel in KonoSuba Machi-suba title card
Image courtesy of Kadokawa

KonoSuba previously had KonoSuba: Fantastic Days (2021), a gacha RPG that shuttered in 2024 — not an unusual fate for anime mobile games. Machi-suba feels like a deliberate course correction: city-building gives the game a long-term progression loop that doesn’t rely purely on banner pulls, the creator involvement adds story credibility, and Akatsuki’s lobbying for solo-friendly events suggests Kadokawa is listening to what drove players away from the genre.

KonoSuba Season 4 is also in production for 2027, so the franchise is in an active content cycle. A new game landing alongside a fresh anime season is smart positioning — if Machi-suba earns goodwill on launch, it will have a wave of new viewers to convert.

Check our Game News for more upcoming releases, and our Manga & Anime section for KonoSuba Season 4 updates as they arrive.

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JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Spirit Arrives on Mobile 13 August — Pre-Register Now

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JoJo fans in Singapore, mark 13 August on your calendar. JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Spirit — the first official JoJo mobile game to launch globally outside Japan — arrives on iOS and Android on that date, completely free-to-play. Pre-registration is open now, and signing up before launch unlocks in-game rewards when you log in on day one.

What Is JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Spirit?

Developed by HOOLAI GAME LIMITED and published by Wanda Cinemas Games, Golden Spirit is a strategic mobile RPG built around the full Joestar bloodline. The game spans all six JoJo generations — from Part 1 Phantom Blood all the way through Part 6 Stone Ocean — bringing together a roster of heroes and rivals from across the entire series. Star Platinum, Crazy Diamond, Gold Experience, Sticky Fingers, King Crimson, Stone Free: they are all in.

The soundtrack is composed by Yugo Kanno, the musician behind the anime’s original score from Stardust Crusaders through Steel Ball Run. That alone should set the right mood for late-night Stand battles.

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Golden Spirit gameplay showing Stand battle with 360-degree free camera
Image courtesy of Wanda Cinemas Games

Stand Battles, Weather, and Real-Time Strategy

Combat is built on a real-time auto-battler system with a 360-degree free camera that swings around during fights. Formation placement on a multi-tile grid affects which abilities activate and how the team flows — positioning is not just cosmetic. Land the right conditions and a RUSH burst kicks in, shifting the momentum of the fight.

A dynamic weather system changes conditions during battle, so the same team can perform differently depending on the stage. Character progression includes Stand awakening, skill upgrades, gear forging, and ascension paths. World Boss co-op and a ranked PvP mode round out the endgame. And yes, Guido Mista’s fourth shot has reduced accuracy — exactly as it should be.

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Spirit | Official Gameplay Trailer — via JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Spirit on YouTube

Singapore Gets It on Day One

Golden Spirit is a worldwide launch with Japan excluded, meaning Singapore players can download it from the App Store and Google Play the moment it goes live on 13 August 2026. In-app purchases use Astrogems (the premium currency), priced in USD from under a dollar up to US$99.99 — standard gacha territory. No SGD pricing has been confirmed at this stage, so expect USD conversion at checkout.

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Golden Spirit character selection showing heroes from across JoJo Parts 1 to 6
Image courtesy of Wanda Cinemas Games

How to Pre-Register

Pre-registration is live on both storefronts right now:

The official pre-registration site also lists launch rewards tied to sign-up milestones. An earlier closed beta ran from 15–29 May across the US, UK, Canada, and France — this full global launch on 13 August is the first time the rest of the world, including Singapore, gets in.

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Golden Spirit banner
Image courtesy of Wanda Cinemas Games

For more mobile game launches and anime coverage, keep an eye on the blog — with the Steel Ball Run Part 2 anime arriving on Netflix in September, JoJo is having a very strong 2026.

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Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Shows Off West City in Latest Trailer

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Bandai Namco Entertainment dropped the Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 “Welcome to West City” trailer on 23 June, and it is the clearest look yet at the first mainline Xenoverse in nearly a decade. New characters, a new setting, and two reworked combat systems — this is the update Dragon Ball fans have been waiting for.

DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3 – Welcome to West City Trailer — via Bandai Namco Entertainment America on YouTube

Welcome to West City — Ten Years On in the Dragon Ball Timeline

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is set in AGE 1000, a full decade after the events of Xenoverse 2. The hub this time is West City — home of Capsule Corporation — and more specifically West City University, where players are recruited into the Great Saiya Squad by Bulma and Gamma 1.

Alongside those returning faces, four original characters are making their franchise debut: Brett, Lilica, ROM, and Tap. As ever, you create and customise your own protagonist, and these new characters slot into the wider story around your player character. Developer Dimps describes this as “a bold new chapter for the franchise” built on the world Akira Toriyama created.

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 West City key art banner
Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Entertainment

Soul Assist and Soul Switch — The Two Systems That Could Define Xenoverse 3

The trailer puts heavy emphasis on two new gameplay pillars:

  • Soul Assist: Call in a Dragon Ball universe ally mid-battle to unleash a combined attack alongside your character. Think tag-team energy without handing over control.
  • Soul Switch: Temporarily channel the soul of an iconic Dragon Ball fighter — Krillin, Piccolo, Vegeta, Future Trunks, and Tien are confirmed so far — borrowing their signature moves and abilities for a limited window.

Both systems look designed to bring legendary roster members into your fight without replacing your custom character, which is a smart middle ground. Race choice also matters: Saiyans can still power up into Super Saiyan forms, while other races like Earthlings bring their own distinct playstyle. High-speed aerial combat and Ki attacks remain the bedrock of the action.

Platforms and What Singapore Players Need to Know

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. There is no Nintendo Switch or Switch 2 version announced at this stage. The release window is 2027 — no specific date or pricing has been confirmed yet.

Singapore players should have no trouble at launch: the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions will be available through the standard regional PlayStation and Xbox digital stores, and the Steam release is global. If you missed the earlier Xenoverse entries, both are widely available and worth playing ahead of this one — check our game news coverage for more upcoming 2027 releases.

Last Words

Dragon Ball has consistently packed out booths at Anime Festival Asia Singapore every year, and the Xenoverse series has a loyal local following in both the fighting-game and JRPG communities here. Xenoverse 3 looks genuinely ambitious — the new Soul systems, a fresh timeline, and original characters suggest Dimps is not just iterating but expanding the formula. 2027 feels far away right now, but this trailer has done its job. Watch this space for release date and pricing news as it drops.

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Cardcaptor Sakura: Key of Memories Lands on Mobile 25 June

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Cardcaptor Sakura fans, this one is for you. KaraQ’s new mobile game Cardcaptor Sakura: Key of Memories (カードキャプターさくら 思い出の鍵, Omoide no Kagi) launches on iOS and Android in Japan on 25 June 2026 — just five days away — and the nostalgia is already hitting hard.

What Is Cardcaptor Sakura: Key of Memories?

Developed by KaraQ, Key of Memories is a decorative diorama collection game centred on Sakura Kinomoto, CLAMP’s beloved card-capturing heroine. The core loop has you collecting miniature figures of Sakura in over 100 different outfits — ranked from N to SR rarity — and arranging them inside fully customisable room dioramas. Think less dungeon-crawler, more cosy collector: it is the kind of game that rewards careful arrangement and an unapologetic love of costume variety.

The roster goes beyond Sakura herself. Kero-chan, Tomoyo Daidouji, Syaoran Li, and Toya Kinomoto are all confirmed to appear, so the full Tomoeda gang is along for the diorama ride.

Cardcaptor Sakura Key of Memories diorama customisation
Image courtesy of KaraQ

Pre-Registrations Already Past 90,000

As of 18 June, more than 90,000 players had pre-registered — a clear signal of how much appetite there still is for Cardcaptor Sakura content more than two decades after the original series. Pre-registration is open now on the Google Play Store and the JP Apple App Store, with in-game milestone rewards for early sign-ups.

The game is free to download with optional in-app purchases. In-game currency includes S-Outing Tickets, Friendship Coins, Sakura Miniature Shards, and Star Coins — expect the usual cosy mobile model rather than anything heavily pay-to-win.

Cardcaptor Sakura Key of Memories outfit collection gameplay
Image courtesy of KaraQ

How Singapore Fans Can Play on Day One

The 25 June launch is Japan-only — no global release date has been confirmed as of writing. Singapore fans who want in on launch day have two practical options: create a Japanese Apple ID to download from the JP App Store, or use QooApp on Android, which makes Japan-region mobile games accessible to SEA players without a VPN. We will update this post the moment a Southeast Asia or global rollout is announced.

Last words

Cardcaptor Sakura has always had a strong following in Singapore — it was a fixture on local TV for a generation of fans here, and CLAMP’s art style holds up as beautifully as ever. A cosy mobile game where you can dress Sakura in 100+ costumes and arrange your own diorama room is a low-pressure, high-nostalgia release that fits perfectly into a commute or a lunch break. Key of Memories is not trying to be a blockbuster action title — it is a love letter to the franchise, wrapped in ribbons and star wands. For more anime and manga news, keep it with GameTrader.