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Fitness Boxing 3 Switch 2 Edition Launches Tomorrow at S$68.50

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Singapore Switch 2 owners get their next workout companion tomorrow: Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition hits the Singapore eShop on 16 July 2026 at S$68.50. Developer Imagineer has rebuilt the rhythm-boxing series from the ground up for Nintendo’s new hardware, adding a handful of features that are exclusive to the Switch 2 — and the result is a meaningful upgrade over the original Switch release that launched in December 2024.

Fitness Boxing 3 Switch 2 Edition – CameraPlay gameplay showing trainer and player camera feed
Image courtesy of Imagineer

What’s New in the Switch 2 Edition

The headlining addition is CameraPlay: plug in a compatible USB-C camera and the game overlays your real-time silhouette on screen so you can check your form as you punch. It’s the kind of feature that turns a solo workout into something closer to a mirror session with a trainer, and it’s only possible because of the Switch 2’s expanded connectivity.

Two new scoring modes raise the difficulty ceiling for veterans. Advanced Judgment evaluates not just whether you hit the beat but how accurately your speed and direction match the target, making it a sharper test of your technique than the original’s timing window. Boost Up Mode ramps the BPM up to 200 across the session, so each round gets progressively more intense until you’re punching at a flat sprint.

Work Out With Friends — GameShare and Multiplayer

Fitness Boxing 3 Switch 2 Edition – lounge menu showing GameShare Matches and workout calendar
Image courtesy of Imagineer

The other big Switch 2-exclusive feature is GameShare, which lets up to four players exercise together over local wireless using a single copy of the game. For a household that’s been debating whether to buy multiple copies, this changes the maths considerably. The lobby screen also tracks your workout streak on a calendar — useful for those of us who need to see a growing chain of ticked boxes to stay motivated.

Six Trainers, 30 Songs, and Every Workout Style

Fitness Boxing 3 Switch 2 Edition – Tai Chi mode with two trainers performing a Heel Kick
Image courtesy of Imagineer

Beyond the Switch 2 additions, the base game arrives with six fully-voiced personal trainers and 30 new instrumental tracks. Workout modes range from the standard daily boxing routines to Sit Fit Boxing (designed for seated play), Mitt Drills (targeted punch combinations), Tai Chi, and a Quick Workout option for when you only have ten minutes. A Personal Programme adjusts the day’s routine to your current condition, which is a thoughtful touch for players whose energy levels vary.

The series has surpassed three million units sold across its history, so Imagineer clearly knows the formula. The Switch 2 edition is the definitive version of that formula so far.

Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Official Trailer — via Imagineer Co., Ltd. on YouTube

Upgrading from the Original Switch Version

If you already own Fitness Boxing 3 on Switch, you can upgrade to the Switch 2 Edition for 1,100 yen via a separate Upgrade Pack on the Nintendo eShop. The Singapore eShop pricing for the upgrade has not been separately listed at time of writing, but the base new purchase is set at S$68.50. For Switch 2 owners who are new to the series, that price is in line with other first-party and publisher Switch 2 titles on the local eShop.

Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is available on the Singapore Nintendo eShop from 16 July 2026. For more Nintendo Switch 2 game news, check our dedicated coverage.

Game News, Manga Anime

The Splatoon Raiders Manga Launches in CoroCoro Today — Hinodeya Returns One Week Before the Game

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Today in Japan, Sankichi Hinodeya begins a new chapter in the Splatoon manga story. The July issue of Shogakukan’s CoroCoro Comics — on shelves from 15 July 2026 — launches the Splatoon Raiders manga, a tie-in adaptation of Nintendo’s single-player spin-off game that arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 just eight days later, on 23 July.

Hinodeya Returns to CoroCoro

Sankichi Hinodeya is the artist and writer behind the original Splatoon manga series, which ran for 16 volumes in CoroCoro Comics from 2015 and was later extended as Splatoon 3: Splatlands. That run went on hiatus in April 2026 — and now Hinodeya is back with a new serialised adaptation tailored to the Raiders storyline. According to Anime News Network, the manga will expand the game’s lore, introduce new side characters, and dramatise key gameplay beats in Hinodeya’s signature action-comedy style.

Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay screenshot — the mechanic protagonist on Spirhalite Islands
Image courtesy of Nintendo

A Beloved Series for Singapore Fans

The original Splatoon manga has a strong following in Singapore. Kinokuniya Orchard and major bookshops have stocked it in both its Japanese and English editions for years, and the English translation by Viz Media has run to over a dozen volumes. Viz Media also published six volumes of Splatoon 3: Splatlands, with the most recent arriving in April 2026. Singapore readers picking up the series in English are already well-placed for the Raiders manga when the English edition eventually arrives — though Viz has not yet announced a volume schedule or confirmed date for Splatoon Raiders.

Splatoon Raiders Switch 2 — Deep Cut trio Shiver Frye Big Man in the Spirhalite Islands
Image courtesy of Nintendo

What the Raiders Manga Covers

The adaptation follows the game’s central adventure: a player-mechanic protagonist teams up with Shiver, Frye, and Big Man — the trio from Deep Cut — to explore the treasure-laden Spirhalite Islands, take on waves of hostile Salmonids, and uncover the archipelago’s secrets. Hinodeya’s style suits the material well: the Splatoon manga series has always balanced slapstick comedy with genuine energy during ink-battle sequences, and the Raiders set-up of a ragtag crew hunting treasure across a mysterious island chain gives plenty to work with.

Splatoon Raiders – Announcement Trailer & More – Nintendo Switch 2 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

The Game: Splatoon Raiders on Switch 2, 23 July

As we covered when the game was announced, Splatoon Raiders is a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive launching on 23 July 2026. Unlike the mainline Splatoon titles, it is primarily a single-player adventure — though co-op play for up to four is supported locally and online. Players customise their mechanic character, build gadgets, and raid the Spirhalite Islands for treasure across three difficulty modes (Tourist, Raider, Survivalist). The game also introduces HDR support to the Splatoon series for the first time, and leverages the Switch 2’s GameChat for multiplayer sessions.

Splatoon Raiders Switch 2 gameplay — Salmonid boss fight on Spirhalite Islands
Image courtesy of Nintendo

English Edition and Where to Find It in Singapore

The Splatoon Raiders manga is launching exclusively in Japanese inside CoroCoro Comics. An English edition from Viz Media is expected — the publisher has handled all previous Splatoon manga volumes for the English market — but no volume release schedule or confirmed date has been announced yet. Singapore readers who want to follow it as it serialises can pick up the monthly CoroCoro Comics magazine as a Japanese import through Kinokuniya or online import services. A compiled volume release in English typically follows the Japanese run by six to twelve months.

Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Switch 2 physical game box art
Image courtesy of Nintendo

Browse our coverage of manga and anime for more on what SG fans are reading and watching right now.

Game News

Denshattack! Launches Tomorrow on Switch 2, PS5 and Steam

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Tomorrow, Tuesday 15 July, is the day Denshattack! stops teasing and hits the tracks for real. Developed by Undercoders and published by Fireshine Games, it is the kind of game that resists a one-line pitch: imagine Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, except your board is an entire gravity-defying train and the backdrop is a neon Japanese dystopia built from the bones of the Dreamcast era.

Trick Your Train Through Dystopian Japan

Denshattack! puts you in the boots of Emi Araki, a 19-year-old ramen delivery driver who stumbles into the underground world of Denshattackers — rebels who pull skateboard-style stunts on trains to resist the Miraidō Corporation, a shadowy megacorp that has sealed the ultra-rich inside protective urban domes while the rest of Japan runs wild outside.

The gameplay is pure arcade satisfaction: ollie, kickflip, grind, and chain manuals across 60+ stages roaming through recognisable Japanese regions — Kyushu, Osaka, Tokyo, Hokkaido — before spilling into fantastical set pieces that defy geography entirely. Boss battles escalate from eccentric to completely unhinged, each drawing from regional gang culture to keep the surprises coming.

Denshattack! train riding a pink looping track through a surreal landscape
Image courtesy of Fireshine Games

Watch the Official Trailer

Denshattack! — Creator Reveal Trailer via Fireshine Games on YouTube

A Soundtrack Worth the Ticket Alone

The music is one of Denshattack!’s genuine standout credentials. Undercoders brought in Tee Lopes — the composer behind the Sonic Mania soundtrack and a go-to name for that electric Y2K arcade energy — alongside Richard Jacques and SEGA veteran vocalist Takenobu Mitsuyoshi. The full game ships with both English and Japanese voice acting, and the aesthetic sits squarely in Dreamcast territory: if Jet Set Radio and Crazy Taxi had a train-obsessed little sibling, Denshattack! would be it.

Denshattack! yellow train bursting through a manga-style speed lines effect
Image courtesy of Fireshine Games

Where to Play — and How to Get In Free First

Denshattack! launches tomorrow across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. For Singapore Xbox subscribers it arrives as a Day One Xbox Game Pass addition (Ultimate and PC Game Pass tiers), which is the easiest entry point if you are already on the service.

A free demo is live right now on Steam and on Switch 2 if you want to feel the trick system before committing. The demo has earned Overwhelmingly Positive reviews on Steam — a rare signal for a pre-launch build. Check the Steam store page for SGD pricing.

Denshattack! customised yellow train racing along gold tracks with a giant boss looming
Image courtesy of Fireshine Games

For fans of the Japan-culture aesthetic, the Y2K arcade soundtrack, or just anyone who bounced off Bomb Rush Cyberfunk and wants the same energy at a faster pace — Denshattack! looks like a strong bet. Keep an eye on Game News for first impressions once the review embargo lifts at launch tomorrow.

Game News

Kingdom Hearts 25th Anniversary Panel Set for D23 2026 — SG Watch Guide

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Disney has officially locked in a dedicated Kingdom Hearts panel at D23 2026 — and with Kingdom Hearts IV actively in development for Nintendo Switch 2, this is the event Singapore fans need on their calendar right now.

The session, titled “Deep Dive Into Kingdom Hearts,” is set for Saturday, 15 August at 4:30–5:30 PM PDT at the Backlot Stage of the Anaheim Convention Center. For Singapore fans, that converts to Sunday, 16 August, 7:30–8:30 AM SGT — an early alarm, but one worth setting.

Kingdom Hearts IV Sora close-up with Goofy and a kaiju shadow looming behind
Image courtesy of Square Enix

What Is the “Deep Dive Into Kingdom Hearts” Panel?

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event runs 14–16 August 2026 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. Disney’s official description frames the panel as “a journey through light and darkness as we commemorate 25 years of Kingdom Hearts,” promising insights from the series’ creative minds and voice cast, and exploring how the franchise united Disney, Pixar, and Square Enix into one sprawling saga.

No specific new game announcement has been confirmed in the panel listing — but with KH IV footage debuted at the June 2026 Nintendo Direct and Kingdom Hearts IV marked as coming to Switch 2, the franchise is in its most active period in years. A release window, a new trailer, or a Disney worlds reveal would all be reasonable expectations for a dedicated 25th-anniversary showcase.

Kingdom Hearts IV Gameplay Revealed — and It Looks Different

Kingdom Hearts IV gameplay: Sora fights enemies at a neon-lit Shibuya-style urban crosswalk
Image courtesy of Square Enix

At the June 9, 2026 Nintendo Direct, Square Enix unveiled the first real gameplay look at Kingdom Hearts IV. Sora now operates in Quadratum — a grittier, hyper-realistic city that evokes Tokyo’s Shibuya district, complete with rain-slicked intersections, kaiju-scale encounters, and a Command Menu that veterans will recognise immediately. It is a striking stylistic departure from the colourful cartoon worlds of previous entries.

KH IV is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC — but no release date has been announced, which is part of why every new reveal, panel, and event now carries so much weight.

KINGDOM HEARTS IV – Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

The KH Collection Lands on Switch 2 in October

Kingdom Hearts IV: Sora unleashing a golden Keyblade attack in a rainy urban setting at night
Image courtesy of Square Enix

While the wait for KH IV continues, Square Enix is already bringing the classic trilogy to Switch 2. Kingdom Hearts Collection [I ~ III] arrives on 8 October 2026 as a native Switch 2 release — covering KH1, Chain of Memories, KH2, 358/2 Days, Birth by Sleep, and Dream Drop Distance in one package. Players who previously purchased the cloud version on the original Switch will receive a 50% discount on the upgrade.

That is a significant amount of lore to get through before KH IV arrives, and for Singapore Switch 2 owners, it is all available through the local eShop without region restrictions.

What Singapore Fans Should Watch For

Sora and Goofy in a cutscene from Kingdom Hearts III
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Tetsuya Nomura’s anniversary message earlier this year specifically mentioned the team “working hard for the 25th anniversary” — a signal that D23 is not just a retrospective celebration. Whether the panel delivers a KH IV release window, new world announcements, or something else entirely, it is the biggest scheduled Kingdom Hearts moment of 2026.

D23 panels have historically been streamed online. Monitor the official D23 website and the Kingdom Hearts official site for confirmed streaming details as August approaches. Check our gaming news — we will cover whatever Square Enix reveals on the day.

Game News

Moss: The Forgotten Relic — VR Classics Come to PS5, Switch 2 and PC on 16 July

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If you missed the Moss games when they were PS VR exclusives, Thursday is your second chance. Moss: The Forgotten Relic — developer Polyarc’s all-in-one reimagining of both Moss and Moss: Book II — launches on 16 July 2026 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam at US$19.99 (roughly S$27).

Moss: The Forgotten Relic | Announcement Trailer — via Polyarc Games on YouTube

What Is Moss: The Forgotten Relic?

Moss (2018) and Moss: Book II (2022) were among the highest-rated PlayStation VR titles of their generation, collecting over 160 awards and nominations between them. They starred Quill, a small but determined mouse hero, and leaned hard into the “Twofold” mechanic: you simultaneously control Quill through the storybook world and play “the Reader,” a guardian spirit who physically interacts with the environment — rotating platforms, clearing obstacles, nudging enemies — from an overhead perspective. The result was an adventure that felt uniquely intimate in VR.

Quill the mouse exploring ancient ruins in Moss: The Forgotten Relic
Image courtesy of Polyarc

The Forgotten Relic collects both titles — plus the Twilight Garden DLC — into a single release. Buying one game now gets you the entire Quill story arc. At roughly S$27 for the complete package, that is a reasonable ask even if you have no nostalgia for the originals.

From VR to Everyone’s Living Room

Adapting a first-person VR game for a flatscreen is a non-trivial problem: the physical sense of peering into a tiny diorama world is exactly what made Moss work. Polyarc has rebuilt the camera system entirely for flatscreen play — replacing the fixed VR viewpoint with a new “Smart Follow” system designed to keep Quill readable and the environments cinematic on a TV or laptop screen.

Puzzle-solving in the ancient fallen kingdom in Moss: The Forgotten Relic
Image courtesy of Polyarc

New cutscenes have been crafted specifically for this version, and controls have been reworked for conventional gamepads. Visuals are enhanced across the board. If you own the original Moss on Steam or PS VR, note that The Forgotten Relic is a separate purchase — not a patch to existing library copies.

What Exactly Is in the Package?

  • Moss — the original storybook adventure through the Forgotten Forest and beyond
  • Moss: Book II — the sequel that expanded Quill’s world with new factions, mechanics, and a darker tone
  • Twilight Garden DLC — previously a PS VR exclusive bonus chapter, now bundled in
Combat encounter in Moss: The Forgotten Relic featuring Quill and a boss enemy
Image courtesy of Polyarc

An optional “skip combat” accessibility feature is also included — a welcome addition that lets players who are here for the puzzles and story move through fights without getting stuck.

Where Singapore Gamers Can Pick It Up

Moss: The Forgotten Relic will be available digitally from 16 July across the PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop, Xbox Store, and Steam at US$19.99 (approximately S$27 — your storefront will show the local converted price). The PC version is also Steam Deck Verified. No physical edition has been announced. If you are on the fence, a free demo is already live on Steam so you can sample the opening chapter before committing.

Quill navigating a lush environment in Moss: The Forgotten Relic
Image courtesy of Polyarc

“For a long time, we’ve wanted more people to have the chance to experience Quill’s story,” Polyarc said when the game was announced. With two full games, the DLC, enhanced visuals, and a reworked camera all in one download at under S$30, that goal looks well within reach. Check out more game releases and news on GameTrader.

Game News, Manga Anime

Prince of Tennis Romance Remasters Hit Switch 2 and PC on 30 July — Now in English

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Two of the most beloved Prince of Tennis romance games from 2005 are finally coming back, and this time they are heading west. The Prince of Tennis II: Sweet School Festival ♡−40 and more… and The Prince of Tennis II: Doki Doki Survival ~eternal passion! Tie break ♡game~ both launch on 30 July 2026 for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam — fully remastered, and newly available in English, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese.

For fans across Singapore and Southeast Asia who grew up watching the anime on TV or reading the manga, this is long overdue. The original games were Japan-only PS2 releases; outside Japan you could only admire them from afar. That changes in two weeks.

Sweet School Festival Remastered – Release Date Trailer — via Konami on YouTube

School Festival or Deserted Island? Two Games, One Summer

Sweet School Festival and Doki Doki Survival combined key visual
Image courtesy of Konami Digital Entertainment

The two games put you in very different situations — and that’s the point. In Sweet School Festival, you are living the full school-festival experience surrounded by more than 40 tennis princes from rival schools. Think cultural stalls, drama rehearsals, and heart-racing moments in between. In Doki Doki Survival, a plane detour strands you and a group of fan-favourite characters on a tropical island, kicking off a survival-meets-romance story where the stakes feel just a little higher than finding the right club room.

Both are otome visual novels with fully voiced scenarios in Japanese and date events unique to each character. The Prince of Tennis II cast covers ten schools and dozens of iconic rivals, so whichever game you pick, there are plenty of princes to spend your time with.

What the Remaster Actually Adds

Sweet School Festival remaster gameplay screenshot — character performing on stage at the school festival
Image courtesy of Konami Digital Entertainment

Both remasters get newly drawn high-resolution illustrations, and you can freely toggle between the original PS2-era artwork and the redrawn scenes — a thoughtful touch for anyone who wants nostalgia alongside the upgrade. Some event CGs also have subtle animation added to them in the new version.

On Nintendo Switch 2, the games run at full-screen high resolution with shorter load times and mouse support, plus an exclusive Game Share feature that lets you create and share short mini-dramas using in-game characters. The interface has been overhauled with a cleaner map and navigation system, and character affinity comments change based on how far your relationship has progressed.

Doki Doki Survival Remaster Release Date Trailer — via KONAMI公式 on YouTube
Doki Doki Survival remaster — two characters in an outdoor tropical scene
Image courtesy of Konami Digital Entertainment
Doki Doki Survival remaster — in-game visual novel dialogue scene at night
Image courtesy of Konami Digital Entertainment

Asia Gets a Physical Edition — and Japan Gets the Full Collector’s Set

Sweet School Festival Limited Edition contents — t-shirt, acrylic panel, sticker set, clear file, and Nintendo Switch physical copy
Image courtesy of Konami Digital Entertainment

Regional fans will be glad to know that Asia is getting physical Nintendo Switch editions of both titles alongside the global digital release. Japan’s limited edition sets, available at 15,400 yen each, include the physical game, a special staff t-shirt, an acrylic panel, a sticker set, and a clear file — plus digital bonus content. Specific Asia edition contents are to be confirmed closer to release.

For everyone else, digital pre-orders are live now on the Nintendo eShop and Steam. Each title is priced at US$49.99 (SGD equivalent to be confirmed by Konami at launch). Existing Switch owners who later upgrade to a Switch 2 can use the Upgrade Pass to access the Switch 2 Edition features.

Language support — English, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese text alongside the original Japanese voice track — means Singapore players can dive straight in without any workarounds. If you have been waiting more than two decades for an officially localised way to romance your favourite Seigaku, Hyoutei, or Rikkai rivals, 30 July is your day.

Check out our manga and anime coverage for more on The Prince of Tennis universe.

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Octopath Traveler I & II Come to Switch 2 on 8th Anniversary

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Square Enix surprised the Octopath Traveler fan base today by dropping native Nintendo Switch 2 versions of both Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II during the series’ eighth anniversary broadcast — and in Japan, both are already live on the eShop right now.

Octopath Traveler key art featuring the eight protagonists
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Eight Years of HD-2D, Celebrated with a Double Drop

The original Octopath Traveler launched on Nintendo Switch on 13 July 2018 — today, eight years to the day, Square Enix marked the anniversary with a live orchestral concert, in-person events across Japan, and the surprise news that both JRPGs are now available natively on Nintendo Switch 2. The announcement came mid-stream during the official 8th Anniversary Livestream on the Square Enix YouTube channel (Japanese), making it one of the more crowd-pleasing drops the series has had.

Octopath Traveler II, which launched in February 2023 to strong critical reception, joins the original in the Switch 2 upgrade. Both titles are available digitally in Japan starting today.

Octopath Traveler II overworld — party of characters travelling by boat through a sunlit river
Image courtesy of Square Enix

What the Switch 2 Versions Actually Improve

Square Enix confirmed that the Switch 2 versions run at improved resolution and framerate — the HD-2D aesthetic, that striking fusion of 2D pixel sprites and 3D depth-of-field environments, was always stunning; running it crisper and smoother on Switch 2 should make it look even more painterly on a modern TV. Game content is otherwise identical to the original releases, including all International version content. No exclusive additions or story content have been announced.

Octopath Traveler I HD-2D town environment with pixel characters walking through a village square
Image courtesy of Square Enix

The Catch: No Upgrade Path and No Save Transfer

Here is the part that will sting for anyone who has already clocked dozens of hours on Switch: Square Enix has confirmed there is no upgrade path from the Switch 1 versions to the Switch 2 versions, and no save data transfer between them. If you want the Switch 2 versions, you are buying again from scratch. Both games are also still playable via backwards compatibility on Switch 2 — so if you own them already, you can keep playing your saves without paying twice, just without the resolution and framerate bump of the native ports.

Octopath Traveler Series 8th Anniversary Official Livestream — via Square Enix on YouTube (Japanese)

Singapore and SEA: Your Date Is 1 October 2026

Japan’s eShop gets both games today. Singapore and other western markets will need to wait until 1 October 2026 for the digital release on the Nintendo eShop. Physical editions — in game-key card format — also release on 1 October, priced at US$59.99 per game or US$74.99 for a bundle of both. SGD pricing has not been confirmed; check the Singapore Nintendo eShop and local games retailers closer to October for local prices.

The Octopath series has built a dedicated fanbase among Singapore JRPG players, and the HD-2D visual style Square Enix pioneered with these games has since spread to other titles including Triangle Strategy, Live A Live, and Octopath Traveler 0. If you missed either game on Switch, October 1 is a solid entry point — just go in knowing your Switch progress does not carry over. For more Switch 2 JRPGs to look forward to, check our Game News coverage.

Octopath Traveler II — a bustling nighttime town square filled with HD-2D pixel characters
Image courtesy of Square Enix

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Persona 3 Turns 20 — Anniversary Remix Video Drops and P3R Hits 3 Million

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Today, 13 July 2026, marks exactly two decades since Persona 3 first launched in Japan on the PlayStation 2. To mark the occasion, Atlus has released a brand-new anniversary illustration by series character designer Shigenori Soejima and dropped a 21-minute remix video on its official YouTube channel — capping a week that also saw Persona 3 Reload confirmed to have crossed 3 million copies sold worldwide.

Twenty Years in the Dark Hour

When Persona 3 launched on 13 July 2006, it redefined what a JRPG could be. The blend of a school calendar sim with Tartarus — an ever-shifting tower that only appears during the Dark Hour, the hidden hour between one day and the next — felt genuinely unlike anything before it. SEES (the Specialised Extracurricular Execution Squad) became some of the most beloved party members in the genre, and the game’s central theme of accepting mortality gave it an emotional weight that still lands hard today.

Persona 3 went on to spawn two expanded editions (FES and Portable), a trilogy of anime films, and a much-anticipated full remake. For many Singapore fans who grew up with the PS2, P3 is where the Persona obsession started.

Persona 3 Reload Reaches 3 Million Players

Aigis in a battle in Persona 3 Reload
Image courtesy of Atlus / SEGA

Persona 3 Reload — the ground-up remake released in February 2024 — has now shipped and sold over 3 million copies worldwide across PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. To celebrate, Atlus released a new piece of commemorative artwork by Shigenori Soejima, showing the protagonist Makoto Yuki in the series’ signature blue palette, accompanied by the handwritten message: “Happy 20th Anniversary to P3 / P3R hits 3M copies! Thank you for your support!”

The remake arrived on Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the platform’s growing library, making it the most accessible the game has ever been. Singapore players can pick it up digitally on the Switch 2 eShop, PS5 Store, or Steam right now.

Watch the 21-Minute Anniversary Remix

Persona 3 20th Anniversary Remix — via atlustube on YouTube

The centrepiece of today’s celebration is a 21-minute anniversary remix video released on the official Atlus YouTube channel (atlustube). The music was arranged by DJ VaVa and spans tracks from the original Persona 3, FES, Portable, and Reload — weaving two decades of the game’s soundtrack into a single continuous set. Pixel artist Motocross Saito contributed four animated pixel art scenes that play alongside the music, rendering iconic moments from the game in a lovingly retro style.

If you have any history with P3 — or even just fond memories of “Mass Destruction” — this is well worth your time tonight.

Social Links, School Days and Why P3 Still Holds Up

Junpei Iori and the protagonist in class at Gekkoukan High in Persona 3 Reload
Image courtesy of Atlus / SEGA

Part of Persona 3’s lasting appeal is how it balances two entirely different games in one. During the day you sit in class at Gekkoukan High, answer questions, study with friends, and deepen the Social Links that power up your Persona fusions. At night you venture into Tartarus, battling Shadows floor by floor while racing a hard calendar deadline. Neither half would work without the other — and that structure has shaped every Persona game since.

Persona 3 Reload sharpens both halves considerably: visuals rebuilt from scratch, social calendar events more fleshed out, and the combat snappier than it ever was on PS2. The Linked Episodes system also adds story vignettes for party members like Akihiko, Shinjiro, and Mitsuru that the original never gave full room to breathe.

Where to Play Persona 3 Reload in Singapore

Iwatodai Station in Persona 3 Reload
Image courtesy of Atlus / SEGA

Persona 3 Reload is available now across all major platforms in Singapore:

  • Nintendo Switch 2 — digital on the eShop
  • PlayStation 5 / PS4 — digital and physical at major game retailers
  • Xbox Series X|S / Xbox One — digital; also included in Xbox Game Pass
  • PC — via Steam

The anniversary remix video is live now on the official Atlus YouTube channel. The Soejima illustration was shared as part of the ongoing Persona 30th Anniversary celebrations — and with Persona 6 confirmed and a NIKKE × Persona crossover running this summer, twenty years in the Dark Hour has never felt more alive. Browse more gaming news on GameTrader.

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White Cat Project INFINITY Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 — After Eight Years, Colopl’s Hit Finally Goes Console

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One of Japan’s most enduring mobile RPGs is finally making the leap to dedicated hardware. On 11 July 2026, Colopl revealed White Cat Project INFINITY — a brand-new action RPG for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, slated for release in 2027. The announcement dropped during the 12th-anniversary livestream for the original White Cat Project NEW WORLD’S mobile title (Famitsu, Japanese), and it is the first time a console version of the franchise has ever been officially confirmed.

White Cat Project INFINITY gameplay screenshot showing party battle with critical hit numbers
Image courtesy of Colopl

What Is White Cat Project?

White Cat Project (白猫プロジェクト) launched on iOS and Android in Japan in 2014 and became one of the country’s defining mobile action RPGs. The game built a massive following through its roster of expressive chibi-style characters, accessible action gameplay, and a relentless stream of collab events and story expansions. The current mobile title, NEW WORLD’S, celebrates its 12th year of continuous operation this month — an extraordinary run by any standard.

The franchise never officially launched in English, making it largely Japan-only to date. White Cat Project INFINITY has not yet confirmed any English localisation, but as a Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch title it could realistically see a wider regional release — regional availability to be confirmed closer to launch.

White Cat Project INFINITY — Announcement Trailer (Japanese) via COLOPL CHANNEL on YouTube

Character Link: The New Battle System

White Cat Project INFINITY character performing a slash attack with gameplay battle in background
Image courtesy of Colopl

INFINITY is not a port — it is a fully original console game built around a new mechanic called Character Link. Party composition matters here: pairing certain characters together unlocks unique buff effects and changes how actions evolve mid-battle. The concept Colopl describes is “exhilarating action × rapidly expanding character links,” suggesting the combat rewards experimentation with different team builds rather than just upgrading a single unit.

The game also introduces a live selection system where, during combat, players choose whether to recruit new party members or reinforce existing ones — adding a light strategy layer to the real-time action. Local multiplayer for up to four players is supported, making it a strong couch co-op option for Switch 2 owners.

50+ Playable Characters from the Franchise

White Cat Project INFINITY roster showing over 50 playable characters in chibi style
Image courtesy of Colopl

The launch roster will exceed 50 playable characters drawn from the NEW WORLD’S mobile game alongside original characters created specifically for INFINITY. For long-time fans of the mobile title, the prospect of playing favourite characters with console-quality controls and a dedicated action camera is the headline appeal.

Why This Took Eight Years — The Nintendo Patent Story

The backstory here is worth knowing. Back in 2018, Colopl announced a Switch version of White Cat Project — then quietly cancelled it. What emerged later was that Nintendo had filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Colopl in 2018, alleging that the mobile game’s touchscreen controls violated Nintendo patents related to joystick input. The lawsuit ran for three years and was settled in 2021.

That settlement almost certainly cleared the path for White Cat Project INFINITY — making this announcement a genuinely long-awaited moment for the franchise’s fans. The fact that Colopl revealed it during an anniversary stream tells you how significant they consider this milestone to be.

What Singapore Switch 2 Owners Should Know

No English localisation or precise 2027 release window has been announced. Singapore gamers with Nintendo Switch 2 or Switch who enjoy Japanese import titles should keep an eye on this — the action RPG genre and up to four-player local co-op translate well across language barriers. Whether Colopl will pursue a wider Asian release remains to be seen, but the Switch 2’s global positioning makes it more plausible than the purely mobile era ever did.

We will update this story as Colopl shares more details on pricing, regional availability, and a firm launch window. The announcement trailer above (in Japanese) gives a solid first look at the Character Link combos in motion.