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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.

Final Fantasy VII Revelation key art — Spring 2027
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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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Nintendo Direct Tipped for 9 June — What Singapore Switch 2 Fans Should Watch

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Two of gaming’s most reliable Nintendo insiders are pointing to this Tuesday, 9 June 2026, as the date for a full Nintendo Direct — and if the leaks hold up, Switch 2 owners in Singapore could be in for a very big 9pm.

Nintendo has not officially announced anything yet, but independent corroboration from two credible sources is about as close to a lock as the pre-Direct rumour cycle gets.

Why This Nintendo Direct Looks Real

The two insiders driving the buzz are Jeff Grubb of Giant Bomb’s Last of the Nintendogs podcast and the leaker known as NateTheHate, who has built a strong track record with Nintendo predictions.

On a recent episode, Grubb stated he had specifically heard “Tuesday, next Tuesday” and “Tuesday morning specifically” — pointing squarely at 9 June. NateTheHate, writing separately, confirmed the Direct “will take place next week, the second week of June — that is the week of the 8th.”

Crucially, NateTheHate has already proved his Nintendo credentials: he accurately predicted the Star Fox announcement weeks before it was officially revealed at the Star Fox Direct on 5 June 2026. That track record makes this particular leak harder to dismiss.

Important caveat: Nintendo has made no official announcement. If the company confirms (or reschedules) the event between now and Tuesday, we will update this post.

When to Watch — Singapore Time

Nintendo Directs traditionally air at 6:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time, which converts to 9:00 PM SGT on Tuesday, 9 June. That is an excellent evening slot — you can watch it live from the sofa rather than dragging yourself out of bed at dawn.

The stream will go out on Nintendo’s official YouTube channel. There is no registration required; just open YouTube at 9 PM and search for the Nintendo Direct broadcast.

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

The Headline Rumour — Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake

The announcement that fans are most loudly hoping for is a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2. NateTheHate has said the title is coming in 2026, with a holiday window being most commonly cited by the community.

The timing has a neat logic to it: 2026 marks the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda, which first launched in Japan in February 1986. A rebuilt Ocarina of Time — widely considered one of the greatest games ever made — would be a fitting anniversary centrepiece, and Switch 2’s hardware has no trouble doing the original justice.

Again, Nintendo has not confirmed this title. But with NateTheHate’s credibility freshly validated by the Star Fox call, the Zelda community is treating this as a near-certainty rather than idle wish-listing.

Other Switch 2 Reveals to Watch For

A full Nintendo Direct rarely hangs on a single announcement. Based on what is known about Nintendo’s 2026 roadmap, here are the other segments Singapore gamers should pay attention to:

  • Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave — Announced for 2026 but still without a firm release date. A tactical JRPG with serious Singapore fandom; a date reveal here would be huge.
  • Splatoon Raiders — Launching 23 July, so a deep-dive trailer and potentially a Splatfest announcement are on the cards.
  • Third-party ports — Elden Ring and Red Dead Redemption 2 have been named in community speculation circles as Switch 2 candidates. Neither is confirmed; treat these as hopeful noise rather than expectation.
  • A new 3D Mario — NateTheHate has said this is a 2027 title, so a first-look teaser is possible but not guaranteed.

Switch 2 Games Already Confirmed for 2026

To put the Direct in context, here is where the Switch 2 slate currently stands:

  • Final Fantasy VII Rebirth — Already out (launched 3 June 2026)
  • Star Fox — 25 June 2026
  • Rhythm Heaven Groove — 2 July 2026
  • Splatoon Raiders — 23 July 2026
  • Pokémon Winds & Waves — 2027 (no firm date yet)

A strong Direct on 9 June would fill in the gaps in that calendar and carry the Switch 2’s momentum well into the second half of the year.

Last Words

Singapore gamers, set your alarms for 9 PM on Tuesday, 9 June. If Jeff Grubb and NateTheHate have it right, this could be the most packed Nintendo showcase since the Switch 2 launch last year — and a Zelda: Ocarina of Time reveal would make it an all-timer. We will be covering every announcement as it drops, so check back here for the latest Nintendo news right after the stream.

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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.

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Donkey Kong 64 Is on Nintendo Switch Online — Play It Now

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After 27 years — and only one previous digital re-release — Donkey Kong 64 is finally on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, live from toda

With the Nintendo Switch 2 having launched in Singapore on 26 June last year at SGD $719, it remains a great time to assess whether the Expansion Pack subscription is worth it for you. Priced at SGD $69.90/year for an individual plan, the subscription grants you access to 40 N64 titles (now including Donkey Kong 64), along with GBA, Game Boy, NES, SNES, and SEGA Genesis libraries—plus added GameCube access on your Switch 2. The arrival of Donkey Kong 64 today only adds more value to the service. For the full library list, visit Nintendo Singapore’s Expansion Pack page.

y, 4 June 2026. Singapore players with the Expansion Pack tier can download and play the full 1999 N64 platformer right now, with no extra charge beyond the subscription.

Donkey Kong 64 – Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Classics – Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

What You Get with Donkey Kong 64 on Nintendo Switch Online

Rare’s legendary 1999 collect-a-thon platformer lets you take control of five members of the Kong family — Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong, Tiny Kong, Lanky Kong, and Chunky Kong — each with their own special abilities and upgrades. Together they climb, swim, and puzzle-solve their way through treacherous worlds to reclaim DK Island’s Golden Bananas from the villainous King K. Rool and his Kremling army.

The Nintendo Switch Online version comes with quality-of-life improvements: higher-resolution output, smoother ~30fps performance (fixing some of the N64’s notorious frame wobble), fully rebindable controls, widescreen display support, and save states — so you’re not forced to marathon every Golden Banana run in one session.

Donkey Kong 64 gameplay on Nintendo Switch Online showing Diddy Kong in a jungle level
Image courtesy of Nintendo

Four-player split-screen battle arenas return too, so you can settle Kong supremacy debates with friends locally.

How Singapore Players Can Access It

You need a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership. In Singapore, the plan is priced at SGD $69.90 per year for an individual account, or SGD $119.90 per year for a family plan covering up to eight Nintendo Accounts. Once subscribed, DK64 is available inside the Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Classics library app directly on your console.

This addition brings the N64 catalogue on Switch Online to 40 titles, sitting alongside Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, GoldenEye 007, and other classics. Switch 2 owners on the Expansion Pack also get access to the GameCube library — and the Switch 2 launches in Singapore on 26 June.

Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack June 2026 new additions including Donkey Kong 64
Image courtesy of Nintendo

Note: DK64 is not available on the base Nintendo Switch Online tier — the Expansion Pack upgrade is required.

Why This Matters for Nintendo Fans

Donkey Kong 64 is one of Nintendo’s most beloved — and most elusive — retro titles. After its Wii U eShop availability ended when that storefront closed in 2024, the game vanished from all legal digital outlets. This Switch Online addition is only its second official digital re-release, making it genuinely hard to come by for anyone who hasn’t kept the original N64 cartridge around.

For veteran Singapore gamers who grew up with the N64 in the late 1990s, this is a proper nostalgia hit. For younger players, it’s the first accessible chance to experience the DK Rap in its natural habitat — and to discover why this collect-a-thon’s scope still impresses nearly three decades later.

Last Words

With the Nintendo Switch 2 having launched in Singapore on 26 June last year at SGD $719, it remains a great time to assess whether the Expansion Pack subscription is worth it for you. Priced at SGD $69.90/year for an individual plan, the subscription grants you access to 40 N64 titles (now including Donkey Kong 64), along with GBA, Game Boy, NES, SNES, and SEGA Genesis libraries—plus added GameCube access on your Switch 2. The arrival of Donkey Kong 64 today only adds more value to the service. For the full library list, visit Nintendo Singapore’s Expansion Pack page.

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Pokémon Champions Mobile Arrives 17 June — Free to Play on iOS and Android

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Pokémon Champions — the battle-focused Pokémon title that launched on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in April — is coming to iOS and Android on 17 June 2026. The Pokémon Company International confirmed the date on 3 June, and pre-registration is already open on the App Store and Google Play.

Pokémon Champions – Overview Trailer – Nintendo Switch — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

What Is Pokémon Champions?

Pokémon Champions is a free-to-start, battle-focused title built around the strategic depth Singapore trainers already know from the mainline games — types, Abilities, and moves all work the way you expect, but the focus is squarely on head-to-head competition. You assemble your team through in-game recruitment and Pokémon HOME transfers, then customise your Trainer’s look as you climb the ranks.

The game launched on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in April 2026 and has been building a competitive scene ever since. The mobile expansion dramatically widens the field, giving players on Android and iOS a way in without needing a console.

Cross-Platform Play: Phone vs Switch, No Problem

One of Pokémon Champions’ biggest draws is seamless cross-platform battles. iOS and Android players are matched into the same pool as Switch and Switch 2 players. Your Nintendo Account ties everything together, syncing your progress and Pokémon box across every device you log into. In practice, that means grinding ranked matches on your Switch at home and picking up where you left off on your phone during your MRT commute.

Mega Raichu X and Y distribution event for Pokémon Champions mobile launch
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company

Free Mega Raichu for Every Player at Launch

To celebrate the mobile launch, The Pokémon Company is giving away a free Raichu — and two brand-new Mega Stones — to every player from 17 June through 2 September 2026. Just check your in-game mailbox after logging in and the rewards will be waiting.

Here’s what you get:

  • Mega Raichu X — with the Electric Surge ability, which sets Electric Terrain upon entry, boosting Electric-type moves and blocking sleep for five turns.
  • Mega Raichu Y — with No Guard, ensuring every move used by or against it lands with 100% accuracy. High-risk, high-reward.

Both Mega Stones will eventually be purchasable through the in-game shop, but claiming them free at launch is the easiest route. This offer applies to the Nintendo Switch version too, so existing players are covered.

How to Pre-Register Now

Search for Pokémon Champions on the App Store or Google Play and tap pre-register, or visit the official Pokémon Champions website for links. The game is free to download when it drops. An optional Starter Pack bundle and cosmetic items will be available to purchase, but full competitive play is accessible without spending.

Last Words

Between Pokémon Center Singapore reopening at Jewel Changi Airport on 1 July and the TCG 30th Celebration set arriving in September, 2026 has been a strong year to be a Pokémon fan locally. A proper competitive Pokémon battle game on mobile — one that puts your iPhone or Android on the same field as Switch 2 players worldwide — fills a gap Singapore trainers have been waiting on for years. Mark 17 June in your calendar, pre-register today, and start building your six. For more gaming news, stay tuned to GameTrader.SG.

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Star Fox Is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on 25 June — What Singapore Players Need to Know

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Fox McCloud is back, and this time he’s bringing the whole Lylat system with him. Star Fox, a sweeping remake of the beloved Nintendo 64 classic Star Fox 64, launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on 25 June 2026 — and Singapore is on the launch roster. Whether you grew up screaming “Do a barrel roll!” or you’re discovering the mercenary crew for the first time, here’s everything you need to know before take-off.

Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 key art featuring Fox McCloud
Image courtesy of Nintendo

What Is Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2?

This is not a remaster or a port. Nintendo has rebuilt Star Fox 64 from scratch — same stage layouts you know by heart, but everything else is brand new. The visuals have been completely overhauled, the characters redesigned with a more animalistic look, and the entire game voiced from scratch with a full orchestral soundtrack replacing the original MIDI compositions. New cutscenes have been added between every campaign stage to flesh out the story of the Star Fox mercenary team and their mission to save the Lylat system from the mad scientist Andross.

Most notably, the game kicks off with a brand-new prologue: you play as James McCloud, Fox’s father, in a mission that sets up the events of the main campaign. It’s the kind of lore expansion long-time fans have been asking for since 1997.

Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay screenshot
Image courtesy of Nintendo

Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 Game Modes Breakdown

There’s more here than a straightforward story replay. Nintendo has added three distinct game modes:

Campaign Mode

The classic rail-shooter campaign with branching paths — complete or miss optional objectives to unlock different routes through the Lylat system. Three difficulty levels are available, from a more forgiving entry point right up to the punishing Expert run that series veterans will remember.

Challenge Mode

Replay individual stages with fresh objectives not found in the main campaign. Think time attacks, score challenges, and new mission parameters. Normal and Expert difficulties are both available here, giving you a reason to keep coming back long after the credits roll.

Battle Mode — 4v4 Online Dogfights

This is the big new addition. Up to eight players split into Team Star Fox and Team Star Wolf for competitive online dogfights across three dedicated stages: Corneria, Fichina, and Sector Y. Objectives rotate between zone control and cargo retrieval, adding some tactical variety to the classic space battles.

Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 multiplayer Battle Mode
Image courtesy of Nintendo

Switch 2 Features: Mouse Controls, Co-op and GameChat

Nintendo has built in several Switch 2-specific features that set this apart from simply playing the N64 original:

  • Joy-Con 2 mouse mode — Place a Joy-Con flat on a surface and use it like a mouse for aiming. It’s an optional targeting style that some players may find far more precise than analogue stick aim.
  • Co-op Pilot and Gunner mode — Two players can tackle the campaign together sharing one console: one pilots the Arwing, the other handles weapons. Great for playing with a sibling or friend who prefers not to worry about navigation.
  • GameChat AR filters — Chat with friends mid-session using Star Fox character filters overlaid on your face, similar to AR avatar features on other platforms.
  • GameShare — Compatible with the original Nintendo Switch, so you can share the game wirelessly with a friend nearby.

One thing for Singapore players to note: the Nintendo 64 Wireless Controller is not available for purchase in Southeast Asia, as confirmed by Nintendo’s Singapore page. You can still use Joy-Con 2 and Pro Controller 2 without any issues — it’s just the optional nostalgia controller that won’t be on local shelves.

Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 Arwing in flight
Image courtesy of Nintendo

How to Pre-Order Star Fox in Singapore

Pre-orders are open now on the Nintendo eShop Singapore. The global digital price is US$49.99 and the physical edition is US$59.99 — check the Nintendo eShop Singapore for local SGD pricing, as regional prices may vary. Physical copies should be available through local game retailers; keep an eye on GameTrader news for Singapore retail listings as they go live closer to 25 June.

The game requires a Nintendo Switch 2 to play — it is a Switch 2 exclusive and will not run on the original Nintendo Switch.

What This Means for Singapore Gamers

Star Fox has been on ice for nearly a decade. The last mainline game — Star Fox Zero for Wii U — landed back in 2016, and the series has been largely dormant since. This remake is Nintendo signalling that it believes in the franchise again, and the Switch 2 exclusive status means it doubles as a system-seller for anyone on the fence about upgrading.

For Singapore Switch 2 owners, 25 June is shaping up to be a genuinely exciting date. The Battle Mode online component also means Singapore players can jump into competitive dogfights with the global community from day one. If the online servers hold up in the SEA region — and Nintendo’s recent Switch 2 network performance has been solid — this could be a game people are grinding well into the second half of the year.

Mark 25 June in your calendar. Do a barrel roll.

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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Hits Nintendo Switch 2 on 3 June

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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth — Square Enix’s sprawling second chapter in the FF7 remake trilogy — hits Nintendo Switch 2 this Wednesday, 3 June 2026. And for fans in this region: a physical edition has been confirmed for Southeast Asia, which means local game shops here will have box copies from launch day.

What Is Final Fantasy VII Rebirth?

Rebirth is the second entry in Square Enix’s multi-part reimagining of the 1997 PlayStation classic. Following 2020’s Final Fantasy VII Remake and the Intergrade update, Rebirth picks up after Cloud and his allies escape the walls of Midgar and expands into a vast open world — the Grasslands, Junon, the Gold Saucer, and beyond. It was critically acclaimed on PlayStation 5 at its February 2024 launch, and Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S players are finally getting their turn.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth gameplay on Nintendo Switch 2
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Nintendo Switch 2 Version: What You Need to Know

The Switch 2 port is expected to run at 1080p and 30fps in docked mode, using Nvidia’s DLSS upscaling technology built into the console. Rebirth is one of the most demanding RPGs Square Enix has produced, so DLSS is doing some heavy lifting here — but the results should be solid based on what’s been previewed so far.

All purchasers at launch receive three in-game bonuses:

  • Posh Chocobo Summoning Materia
  • Shinra Bangle Mk. II armour
  • Midgar Bangle Mk. II armour

Physical Switch 2 Edition — And That Exclusive MTG Card

The physical Switch 2 copy comes with something no other platform or format offers: an exclusive Magic: The Gathering — Final Fantasy promo card featuring Zack Fair, with variant art by none other than Final Fantasy character designer Tetsuya Nomura. Stock is limited, so if you want the card, don’t sit on this one.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth physical Nintendo Switch 2 edition with MTG Zack Fair card
Image courtesy of Square Enix

There’s also a save-data bonus for returning players: if you have Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade save data on your Switch 2, you’ll receive the Leviathan Summoning Materia. Clear the INTERmission DLC and you’ll also unlock Ramuh materia — a nice nudge to play Intergrade first if you haven’t already.

New: Streamlined Progression Mode

The Switch 2 (and Xbox) version introduces Streamlined Progression, an optional mode that gives Cloud’s party unlimited HP, MP, and Limit Break and ATB gauge during battles, along with simplified weapon ability acquisition. It keeps the RPG DNA intact — damage is still capped at 9,999 — but removes most of the grind, making Rebirth far more accessible for players who want to experience the story without getting stuck on combat.

Veterans can ignore it entirely. But for those who bounced off the difficulty on PS5 or are new to the series, this is a genuinely useful addition.

Editions and Pricing

Two digital editions are available on the Nintendo eShop:

  • Standard Edition — USD $49.99 (SGD retail price to be confirmed at local stores; other major Switch 2 titles retail around SGD $79–$110 locally)
  • Digital Deluxe Edition — USD $69.99 — adds the Magic Pot Summoning Materia, Reclaimant Choker accessory, Orchid Bracelet armour, a digital art book, and a digital mini soundtrack

Not ready to commit? A free demo is already live on the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop, letting you sample the opening chapters of Rebirth before purchasing.

What This Means for Singapore Gamers

The Nintendo Switch 2 has gained a solid foothold in Singapore since its launch, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is shaping up to be one of the biggest RPG releases on the platform this year. The confirmed SEA physical edition means local retailers here won’t be empty-handed — you can grab a box copy from your nearest game shop rather than importing.

SGD retail pricing had not been confirmed at the time of writing; check with your local game retailer or the Nintendo eShop Singapore for the final figure. And if you’ve already put hours into Rebirth on PS5, that exclusive Tetsuya Nomura MTG card might still be enough to tempt a double-dip on Switch 2.