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Danganronpa 2×2 Delayed to Early 2027 — Slayhem Mode and 3D World Map Revealed

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Spike Chunsoft has confirmed that Danganronpa 2×2 will no longer make its originally planned 2026 release window, pushing the game back to early 2027. The delay announcement landed alongside a substantial batch of new details — two distinct play modes, a rebuilt island map, and revamped character art — so there is plenty to dig into while we wait.

Danganronpa 2×2 Teaser Trailer — via Spike Chunsoft, Inc. on YouTube

Two Ways to Play: Original Mode and Slayhem Mode

Danganronpa 2x2 Slayhem Mode — class trial with new scenario
Image courtesy of Spike Chunsoft

The headline feature is the dual-scenario system. Original Mode retells Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair from 2012 with updated visuals and modernised presentation — the definitive way to experience the story if you missed it or want a polished revisit on current hardware.

Slayhem Mode is the new offering: a completely separate scenario built on the same foundations, but with different victims, different culprits, and entirely different tricks leading the class trials. Spike Chunsoft says Slayhem adds approximately 20 percent more content than the base original-mode story, and — importantly — both modes are available from the very start of the game, so there is no need to clear Original first to unlock the new scenario.

A Proper 3D World Map

Danganronpa 2x2 new 3D World Map showing Jabberwock Island
Image courtesy of Spike Chunsoft

Jabberwock Island gets a proper spatial treatment in Danganronpa 2×2. Where the original game used a side-scrolling map to move between locations, the remake introduces a fully navigable 3D World Map that lets you see the island’s actual layout. Players can run freely across the map or instant-travel to any destination — and from a first-person viewpoint, the tropical atmosphere is said to read very differently from the original’s flat presentation.

Revamped Character Portraits

Danganronpa 2x2 new character portrait illustrations
Image courtesy of Spike Chunsoft

Every character portrait has been redrawn with new illustrations for the remake, updating the cast’s look to sit alongside the game’s modernised presentation. A sample set of new portraits was shared alongside the delay announcement.

The Psycho Tropical Vacation Package

Danganronpa 2x2 gameplay scene from the announcement
Image courtesy of Spike Chunsoft

The premium physical bundle, priced at US$139.99, includes a copy of the game, clamshell-style outer box, Kidrobot Psycho Tropical three-inch Monokuma and Monomi figures, an RSVLTS reversible Psycho Tropical bucket hat, and the original soundtrack. No Singapore-specific pricing has been confirmed — local fans wanting the physical collector’s edition will need to import.

Danganronpa 2×2 — Psycho Tropical Vacation Package Pre-order Trailer — via Spike Chunsoft, Inc. on YouTube

What Singapore Fans Need to Know

Danganronpa 2×2 launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam, covering every major platform available in Singapore. The standard digital edition will be the easiest path for local players — PS5 and Switch 2 are both well-distributed here, and the Steam release means PC players are fully included.

As for the delay itself, the producer’s message, as relayed via Gematsu, put it simply: “While development has been progressing toward a 2026 release, we have decided to move the launch to early 2027. We are continuing to work to bring you the best possible experience. We sincerely appreciate your patience.” A firmer release date will be shared at a later time.

For more game news, keep an eye on GameTrader for updates as Spike Chunsoft reveals more leading up to the early 2027 launch.

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Hatsune Miku: Starry Party Announced for Switch 2 and PC

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Good Smile Company surprised Anime Expo 2026 attendees with Hatsune Miku: Starry Party, a brand-new party action game starring the world’s most famous virtual diva. It’s headed to Nintendo Switch 2 and PC via Steam in 2027 — and full English language support is confirmed from launch.

Official teaser PV for Hatsune Miku: Starry Party — via GOOD SMILE CHANNEL on YouTube

What Is Hatsune Miku: Starry Party?

Hatsune Miku Starry Party announcement key art — Good Smile Company
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Details are limited to the teaser for now, but the party action game genre label places Hatsune Miku: Starry Party firmly in the same territory as games like Mario Party — short, energetic minigames built for multiplayer chaos. That’s a notable departure from Miku’s usual rhythm-game home turf (Project DIVA, COLORFUL STAGE!), and it opens the franchise up to a much wider audience.

Platforms confirmed so far: Nintendo Switch 2 and PC via Steam. Language support includes English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese — meaning Singapore players can jump straight in without any localisation worries.

No SGD pricing or specific release date within 2027 has been announced. Given the Steam and Switch 2 global distribution, local availability on Singapore’s eShop and Steam storefront is the safe expectation once the game approaches launch — but nothing official yet.

Miku’s Party Game Moment

Hatsune Miku Starry Party visual from the AX 2026 announcement
Image courtesy of Good Smile Company

Miku has one of the most dedicated fanbases in Singapore’s pop-culture scene — she’s a consistent cosplay staple at local events like STGCC and AFA, and her music rhythm titles have moved serious numbers on handheld platforms here. A party game built around her world has obvious local multiplayer appeal, especially for the Switch 2 crowd looking for co-op titles to round out their library.

The Switch 2’s handheld mode makes Starry Party the kind of game you could easily bring to a gaming session, a cosplay event, or a convention floor — the short-session format is tailor-made for exactly that.

Watch and Wait

Good Smile Company has said more information will follow. Watch the official GOOD SMILE CHANNEL on YouTube for the next update, and check back on GameTrader’s game news section as the 2027 window gets closer.

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Attack on Titan 3 Locks Winter 2026 on PS5, Switch 2 and PC

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Seven years after the last A.O.T. game, Koei Tecmo and Omega Force have confirmed Attack on Titan 3 for a Winter 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. This is not a remaster or a spin-off — it is a full new entry that covers the complete Attack on Titan story, from the fall of Wall Maria to the series’ end, with rebuilt ODM combat, all Nine Titans as distinct boss fights, and an open-world survival mode beyond the walls. A post-launch opening cinematic by MAPPA is also on the way.

Seven Years Later: The Titan Showdown Continues

The original A.O.T. games from Omega Force launched in 2016 and 2018, covering the manga’s earlier arcs. Attack on Titan 3 picks up the entire story from beginning to end in one package — meaning the Rumbling, the Marleyan arc, and the series’ divisive-but-memorable finale are all here. For fans who have been with the franchise since Hajime Isayama’s manga first ran in Bessatsu Shōnen Magazine, this is the first game that can claim to tell the full story.

Singapore players can look forward to the game across every major platform available locally. The Steam store page is already live, and the Winter 2026 window places the launch somewhere between late November 2026 and early February 2027. No firm date or SGD pricing has been announced yet.

ODM Gear — Rebuilt, Not Refreshed

The omni-directional mobility gear system that defines the series has been substantially reworked for A.O.T. 3. Momentum feels more physical, wire physics carry weight, and blade management is a genuine resource constraint on harder difficulties. A new Casual Mode opens the action to players who found the originals demanding, without stripping the feel of flying between rooftops with dual swords drawn.

Eren Yeager swinging on ODM gear through a sunlit village street in Attack on Titan 3
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo
A.O.T. 3 – Gameplay Reveal Trailer — via KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. on YouTube

All Nine Titans Are Boss Fights

For the first time in the game series, every one of the Nine Titans appears as a full boss encounter with unique attacks and behaviour. The Founding Titan, the Colossal Titan, the Armored Titan, the Beast Titan — each demands a different approach, and the new Titan AI ensures that repeat encounters do not become routine. Omega Force has described these fights as the centrepiece of the late-game progression.

A Scout Regiment soldier with ODM gear confronting the Beast Titan and another Titan in a night-time city in Attack on Titan 3
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

Exterior Scouting Missions: Open World Beyond the Walls

A brand-new mode called Exterior Scouting Missions sends players outside humanity’s walled cities entirely. These are open-world sorties across the landscape beyond Wall Maria where you construct supply bases, manage your ODM fuel and blade stocks, and push humanity’s territory further into Titan country. Squad morale fluctuates in real time, and injuries can carry permanent consequences — a meaningful stakes shift from the more arcade-adjacent pace of earlier Omega Force games.

Play as a Custom Scout — Alongside the Full Cast

Rather than locking players into Eren or Levi, A.O.T. 3 gives you a fully customisable Scout Regiment soldier with an engineer background. This original character is embedded directly into the main story, interacting with Eren, Mikasa, Armin, Levi, Hange, and the broader cast. Building relationships unlocks new battle abilities and story cutscenes — a light RPG layer that gives repeat playthroughs additional incentive.

A custom female Scout Regiment character in distress amidst ruins in Attack on Titan 3
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo
Captain Levi in a close-up portrait, grim expression, city lights behind him in Attack on Titan 3
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

MAPPA’s Opening Animation — Coming After Launch

The one confirmed caveat: the game’s opening cinematic, produced by MAPPA and directed by Arifumi Imai (who helmed Attack on Titan: The Final Season), will not be included at launch. It arrives as a free post-launch update. Bringing the same creative team behind the Final Season’s most striking visual moments to an opening cinematic is a statement of ambition — and a free update means there is no additional cost once it lands.

Language support covers Japanese audio with English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean text options — a broad enough localisation set that the Asian release should arrive alongside the western launch.

For more upcoming games headed to Singapore, check our game news section.

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Final Fantasy X Turns 25: HD Remaster Lands on Switch 2 with SEA Physical Edition

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Final Fantasy X turns 25 on 19 July 2026 — and Square Enix is marking the occasion with the most convenient version of the classic JRPG yet. Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD Remaster arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 July, and Bandai Namco Asia has confirmed a physical edition for Southeast Asia, meaning Singapore fans can finally grab both games on a single cartridge for their new console.

Auron stands beneath the pyrefly-lit dome of Zanarkand in Final Fantasy X HD Remaster
Image courtesy of Square Enix

What the Switch 2 HD Remaster Brings

The package bundles both Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy X-2 — over 100 hours of gameplay — into one release. The Switch 2 edition builds on the HD Remaster that’s been available on PlayStation and PC for years, adding a handful of quality-of-life upgrades that make it the best way to play either game:

  • Full HD visuals with significant resolution improvements to characters, monsters, and environments compared to the original Switch version
  • No random encounters toggle — ideal for players replaying the story or just trying to cross a dungeon without a wipe
  • High-speed mode for grinding and turn-based battles
  • All International Version content included, covering the Expert Sphere Grid, Dark Aeons, Penance, and the Last Mission epilogue for FFX-2

One important caveat: save data is not compatible between the Switch and Switch 2 versions, so if you had a near-complete save on the original Switch release you’ll be starting fresh.

FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster | Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Announcement Trailer — via FINAL FANTASY on YouTube

Southeast Asia Gets the Physical Edition

Bandai Namco Asia has confirmed a physical release for the region, giving Singapore players the option of a boxed copy alongside the digital launch. Pricing for Southeast Asia has not been announced yet — check your preferred local retailers and digital games stockists closer to the 23 July launch date for SGD pricing details. The digital version is priced at US$49.99 in Western markets.

Tidus and Auron explore ancient ruins with party members in Final Fantasy X HD Remaster
Image courtesy of Square Enix

For those who prefer physical media, this is the edition to watch for. A Japan physical edition follows at ¥7,480 — but the SEA boxed release, handled by Bandai Namco Asia, has historically launched alongside Japan at local retailers and games stores in Singapore and the region.

A Full Month of FFX Celebrations

The Switch 2 launch sits in the middle of a packed anniversary calendar. Square Enix has designated July as FFX 25th Anniversary Month, with the official anniversary falling on 19 July — exactly 25 years after the original PS2 launch in Japan. The series has sold over 20 million units worldwide across all platforms.

Tidus surveys ruined Zanarkand beneath a fiery sunset sky in Final Fantasy X HD Remaster
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Beyond the Switch 2 launch, Square Enix has lined up a string of in-game collaborations and merchandise drops this month:

  • Dissidia Duelum Final Fantasy — Tidus is playable through 28 July, with up to 100 free ability pulls across four weeks
  • Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent — Tidus, Yuna, and Aeron are available through 16 July (story content until 13 August); one character is guaranteed free
  • Emberstoria — Tidus and Yuna join as new Embers, with a free Tidus guaranteed ticket through 31 July

Anniversary Merchandise and Music

Physical collectors have already had a few things drop: the FFX LP Vinyl Set -Eternal Calm- launched 1 July with 20 curated soundtrack tracks across two records, packaged with a download code. The Visual Art Book -Eternal Spira- (128 pages, A4 hardcover, ¥2,750) and the Memorial Album (352 pages, ¥3,520) both released 3 July through Square Enix’s Japanese shop and participating retailers.

The ornate interior of the Blitzball stadium with team members assembled in Final Fantasy X HD Remaster
Image courtesy of Square Enix

A fan art project is also running through 31 July — details on Square Enix’s official FFX 25th anniversary site (Japanese). Most merchandise is currently Japan-market only, but the vinyl set and some plush toys have been available to import via proxy services for regional fans.

For Singapore players, the most actionable news is the 23 July Switch 2 launch and the confirmed SEA physical edition. More details on game news as we get closer to the date. Source: Final Fantasy official JP site (Japanese); RPG Site; Bandai Namco Asia.

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Digimon Story: Time Stranger Comes to Switch and Switch 2 on 10 July

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Switch and Switch 2 owners in Singapore, your wait is almost over. Digimon Story: Time Stranger — the monster-taming RPG that sold over one million copies on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC — lands on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on 10 July 2026, with an Asia launch on the same date.

Watch the Southeast Asia Launch Trailer

Digimon Story Time Stranger – Launch Trailer — via Bandai Namco Entertainment Southeast Asia on YouTube

The Story: Two Worlds on the Brink

You play as an ADAMAS agent investigating digital anomalies. During a routine operation in Shinjuku, you witness the “Shinjuku Inferno” — an all-out war between Digimon — and get hurled eight years into the past. From there you must prevent the collapse of both the human world and the Digital World, building bonds with over 450 Digimon along the way through turn-based combat and a Digifarm where you raise and evolve your partners.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger gameplay screenshot
Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Entertainment

Switch 2 Performance: Two Modes to Choose From

The Switch 2 version, ported by h.a.n.d. Inc., offers a choice between two display modes:

  • Quality Mode — 4K HDR at up to 30fps (docked); Full HD at up to 30fps (handheld)
  • Performance Mode — Full HD at up to 60fps, both docked and in handheld

The original Nintendo Switch version runs at 1080p docked and 720p handheld at 30fps. For Switch 2 owners who already own the original Switch version, note that save data is not compatible between the two editions — they are sold separately.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger battle screenshot
Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Entertainment

Free Day-One Update: Terriermon Joins the Party

Alongside the Switch launch on 10 July, Bandai Namco is releasing a free update — available for all platforms — that adds:

  • Terriermon Assistant as a fully playable character
  • Photo Mode during field exploration
  • A screen to check Digivolution conditions directly in the Digifarm
  • A graphics mode selection option

If you have been holding off on the PS5 or PC version, this is a solid reason to pick it up now.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger Digimon collection screenshot
Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Entertainment

Editions and Extras

Three digital editions are available on the Nintendo eShop. The Standard Edition includes the base game plus pre-order bonuses (school uniform costumes, an adventure item set, and Agumon (Black) and Gabumon (Black)). The Digital Deluxe adds the Season Pass — three DLC packs, each with five additional Digimon and story episodes — plus Cyber Sleuth costumes. The Digital Ultimate edition bundles in costume packs, additional side missions, early-unlocked special Digimon, and a BGM pack. US pricing starts at US$59.99 for the standard edition; local SGD pricing was not confirmed at time of writing — check the Nintendo eShop for regional details.

Demo Now Available

A playable demo is already live on the Nintendo eShop for both Switch and Switch 2. If you want to test the combat and world-traversal mechanics before committing, download it now — it is the same build that will run at launch. For more game news and upcoming Switch 2 releases, check our Game News coverage.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger Digifarm screenshot
Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Entertainment

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Splatoon Raiders Arrives 23 July on Nintendo Switch 2

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Splatoon has always been Nintendo’s ink-splattered multiplayer playground — but Splatoon Raiders takes the series somewhere entirely new. Launching 23 July 2026 exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2, this single-player-focused spin-off puts players at the helm of a mechanic sailing the mysterious Spirhalite Islands in search of treasure, alongside the fan-favourite trio Deep Cut.

What Splatoon Raiders Is — And Why It’s Different

This is not Splatoon 4. Raiders is a deliberate step sideways — a story-driven, single-player action shooter that draws inspiration from the beloved Salmon Run mode while building something much bigger around it. You create your own Inkling or Octoling character, take on the role of a mechanic hired by Shiver, Frye, and Big Man, and set out to plunder the Spirhalite Islands for loot. The gameplay blends ink-splattering combat against waves of Salmonid enemies with exploration, crafting at a Mechanic Shack aboard your hideout ship, and dungeon-style raids for increasingly rare treasure. Nintendo ran a dedicated Splatoon Raiders Direct on 30 June 2026 going deep on all the systems — well worth a watch for anyone on the fence.

Splatoon Raiders — Release Date Revealed — Nintendo Switch 2 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

Exploring the Spirhalite Islands With Deep Cut

The setting is a string of mysterious islands packed with Salmonid foes and buried loot. One Deep Cut member joins each raid as a powerful companion bot, providing firepower and personality as you push deeper into each island. An Exploration Bot travels with you too, detecting hidden treasure caches and flagging points of interest along the way. Between missions you return to your hideout ship — your base of operations — to upgrade gear, craft gadgets, and plan the next run. Three difficulty settings (Tourist, Raider, and Survivalist) let you calibrate the challenge, and rideable Stingray mounts appear in certain battles for a burst of extra chaos.

Splatoon Raiders — gameplay on the Spirhalite Islands, Nintendo Switch 2
Image courtesy of Nintendo

Character Creator and Gear Progression

Raiders introduces the most comprehensive character creator the Splatoon series has seen. Players choose between Inkling and Octoling, then customise their look and voice before heading out. Gear found and crafted during raids feeds directly into your loadout, giving meaningful progression between runs. The 30 June Nintendo Direct went deep on the customisation systems, showing how weapons, gadgets, and ship upgrades layer together as you advance through the islands. It’s a loop that should feel satisfying for Splatoon veterans while remaining approachable for newcomers.

Splatoon Raiders — character creation and customisation
Image courtesy of Nintendo

Optional Co-op for Up to Four Players

Single-player is the core experience, but Splatoon Raiders supports co-op for up to four players via online or local wireless. Call in friends for a specific raid when you want extra firepower, then continue solo whenever you prefer. Difficulty scales to the number of players present, so the experience stays balanced whether you’re running it alone or in a full crew. It’s a flexible design that lets Raiders serve both solo players who prefer a focused adventure and groups who want to tackle the hardest raids together.

Splatoon Raiders — action-packed combat on Nintendo Switch 2
Image courtesy of Nintendo

Release Date, Pricing and Pre-order Details

Splatoon Raiders launches 23 July 2026 exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. The digital price is US$49.99 and the physical edition is US$59.99 — SGD pricing via the Nintendo eShop Singapore and local retailers is to be confirmed, so keep an eye on the Nintendo Singapore site. Singapore eShop availability should align with the Japan launch at 1 PM JST on 23 July, which works out to around noon SGT. Pre-orders are already live on the Nintendo eShop, and three new amiibo — Shiver, Frye, and Big Man in Raiders-themed designs — launch the same day as the game. For more game news and Switch 2 coverage, we’ll have ongoing updates as the 23 July launch approaches.

Splatoon Raiders — character creator screen and customisation options
Image courtesy of Nintendo

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Digimon Story: Time Stranger Arrives on Switch and Switch 2 on 10 July

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After racking up over one million copies sold on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC since its October 2025 launch, Bandai Namco’s monster-taming JRPG Digimon Story: Time Stranger is arriving on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on 10 July 2026 — just eight days away. If you missed it on consoles last year, this is your chance to jump in on portable hardware.

What Is Digimon Story: Time Stranger?

Digimon Story: Time Stranger key art
Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Entertainment

Developed by Media.Vision and ported to Nintendo platforms by h.a.n.d., Digimon Story: Time Stranger is a turn-based RPG built around the bond between humans and their digital partners. You play a protagonist mysteriously sent eight years into the past, tasked with preventing the collapse of both worlds. The adventure spans the human world and Digital World: Iliad, where you collect, raise, and evolve more than 450 Digimon across strategic battles and a sprawling interconnected story.

The game earned strong reviews at launch for its depth of creature collection and a genuinely gripping narrative — qualities that translate well to handheld play. Owners of the original Switch 1 disc or digital copy will receive the Switch 2 version upgrade free via an automatic update.

Switch 2 Gets 4K Quality Mode and 60fps Performance Mode

Digimon Story: Time Stranger gameplay on Nintendo Switch 2
Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Entertainment

The Nintendo Switch 2 version ships with two technical modes not available on original Switch hardware:

  • Quality Mode: 4K HDR at up to 30fps when docked; Full HD at up to 30fps in handheld. HDR is exclusive to this mode.
  • Performance Mode: Full HD at up to 60fps in both docked and handheld configurations.

Original Switch players get a solid experience at 1080p, but the Switch 2 improvements are meaningful — especially in docked 4K mode for the detailed Digimon designs.

Digimon Story Time Stranger – Announcement Trailer — via Bandai Namco Entertainment America on YouTube

Editions and Pre-Order Bonuses

Three editions are available for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 via the eShop:

  • Standard Edition (USD 59.99): base game plus pre-order bonus — Black Agumon, Black Gabumon, uniform costumes, and an Adventure Item set.
  • Digital Deluxe Edition: adds the Cyber Sleuth Costume Set and the Season Pass.
  • Digital Ultimate Edition: everything above plus an additional Costume Pack, exclusive early Digimon unlocks, Public Safety Suit Costumes, a Special Supplies Set, and the Cyber Sleuth BGM Pack.

Pre-orders for all editions are live now on the Nintendo eShop. The pre-order bonus Digimon — the monochrome Black Agumon and Gabumon — are exclusive to early buyers.

Getting Digimon Story: Time Stranger in Singapore

Digimon Story: Time Stranger turn-based battle system
Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Entertainment

Singapore fans can grab Digimon Story: Time Stranger digitally via the Nintendo eShop or PlayStation Store ahead of the 10 July launch. Physical copies will be available at major game retailers and electronics chains locally. SGD pricing has not been officially announced — check with your preferred retailer or the local eShop listing nearer to launch.

The game carries a content advisory for Fantasy Violence, Suggestive Themes, Mild Language, and Alcohol Use. For more upcoming Switch 2 titles and JRPG news, head to our Game News section.

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Attack on Titan 3 Confirmed — PS5, Switch 2 and PC via Steam

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Seven years after Attack on Titan 2: Final Battle, Koei Tecmo and Omega Force have officially confirmed Attack on Titan 3 — a single-player action game covering the complete arc of Hajime Isayama’s landmark series, from the Survey Corps’ first battles at Shiganshina to the anime’s climactic conclusion. It is coming to PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

Young Eren Yeager in Attack on Titan 3 by Omega Force
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

Attack on Titan 3 Story and Gameplay

Omega Force’s mandate is ambitious: depict the entire Attack on Titan narrative in one definitive title, and then go further — the game will include brand-new story content and lore not found in the original manga or anime. All Nine Titans are confirmed to appear.

The 3D Maneuver Gear system is getting a full overhaul. Omega Force has promised faster, more acrobatic aerial combat and large-scale Titan encounters designed to push current hardware. What exactly that looks like in motion will be revealed later tonight — the Next Scouting Report broadcast goes live at July 2, 6:00 AM SGT.

What Singapore Gamers Need to Know

All four confirmed platforms — PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam on PC — are widely available through major game retailers and electronics chains in Singapore. Koei Tecmo has confirmed English text support, so there is no region barrier for local players. Japanese voice acting ships from launch, meaning the full original cast is in place.

One detail worth flagging: the game’s opening sequence is being produced by MAPPA Studio, the anime house behind the final two seasons of Attack on Titan. It will not ship with the game on day one — Koei Tecmo plans to add it via a post-launch update — but it reflects how seriously the license is being treated this time around.

Titan Eren in Attack on Titan 3 — The Rumbling arc
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

Watch the Next Scouting Report Tonight

Koei Tecmo is hosting the Next Scouting Report — Attack on Titan 3’s first major gameplay broadcast — on July 1 at 3:00 PM PDT / 6:00 PM EDT, landing at July 2, 6:00 AM SGT. The stream goes live on Koei Tecmo’s official YouTube channel and social platforms. Japanese voice actresses Yui Ishikawa (Mikasa Ackerman) and Shiori Mikami (Historia Reiss) are confirmed as guests. A launch window or specific release date is widely expected to be announced during the broadcast.

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

Anime Expo 2026 Showcase

Immediately after the stream, Attack on Titan 3 makes its first public booth appearance at Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles (July 2–5), where the latest trailer will screen at the AmiAmi exhibitor booth. Follow the official Koei Tecmo page for post-stream details, and browse our game news section for the full recap once the broadcast wraps.

Attack on Titan 3 official logo
Image courtesy of Koei Tecmo

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Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Arrives on Switch 2 on 23 July — 25 Years of Spira

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Twenty-five years after Tidus and Yuna first stepped into Spira, Square Enix is bringing Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster to Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 July 2026. The digital release lands just four days after FFX’s official 25th birthday — the original launched in Japan on 19 July 2001 — making this one of the tidiest anniversary releases in recent memory.

FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster | Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Announcement Trailer — via FINAL FANTASY on YouTube

What the Switch 2 Package Contains

Final Fantasy X party exploring ruins — HD Remaster
Image courtesy of Square Enix

The bundle packs both games into a single download: the epic 100-hour-plus RPG Final Fantasy X and its popstar-and-treasure-hunting sequel Final Fantasy X-2. Both are the HD Remaster versions with remade character, monster, and background art, a fully remastered and rearranged soundtrack, and content from the International Versions that were unavailable in some regional releases of the originals.

The package has shipped over 14 million units worldwide across PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and the original Nintendo Switch. The Switch 2 version slots in as the definitive console edition.

New Quality-of-Life Features, Now on a Console for the First Time

The headline upgrade for Switch 2 is a suite of booster toggles that were previously exclusive to the Windows PC port — and are arriving on console for the very first time:

  • High-speed mode — speed up movement, combat, and cutscenes when you just want to push through
  • Toggle random encounters off — explore Spira at your own pace without surprise battles
  • Max out characters — instant stat boosts if you want to experience the story without grinding

These features make the game far more accessible to players returning after a decade away, or newcomers picking it up for the first time on Switch 2. You can, of course, ignore them entirely and play as it was intended in 2001.

25 Years of Spira — Why This One Still Hits

Tidus overlooking a devastated Zanarkand at sunset — Final Fantasy X HD Remaster
Image courtesy of Square Enix

A quarter-century on, Final Fantasy X remains the series high-water mark for many players who grew up with their PS2s in Singapore. It was the first mainline entry with full voice acting, a largely linear structure that let the story breathe, and Nobuo Uematsu and Masashi Hamauzu’s soundtrack — one of the all-time great game scores. Yuna’s Sending scene, the Macalania lake scene, the final stretch — they still land.

The HD Remaster sharpens the visuals to hold up on a modern display while keeping the original’s aesthetic intact. With Switch 2’s improved screen, the game should look better in handheld mode than it ever has on a Nintendo device.

Yuna and Tidus in the moonlit Macalania underwater scene — Final Fantasy X HD Remaster
Image courtesy of Square Enix

For fans who played the original but skipped Final Fantasy X-2, it’s worth giving it a proper chance here. The gameplay is arguably the tightest turn-based system in the mainline series, and the tone — while jarring at first — is a deliberate creative choice that eventually earns its emotional payoff.

Blitzball, the Sphere Grid, and 100-Plus Hours of Content

Blitzball tournament arena in Final Fantasy X HD Remaster
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Beyond the main story, the package is packed with side content. Blitzball — FFX’s underwater sport — remains one of the most polarising minigames in the franchise, but completionists will spend hours in the tournament circuit. The Sphere Grid progression system and the Dark Aeons of the International Version add endgame bite that can push total playtime well past 100 hours if you go deep.

Pricing, Pre-orders, and What Singapore Switch 2 Owners Should Know

The digital version is priced at US$49.99 (¥6,688 on the Japan eShop). Singapore eShop pricing was not confirmed at the time of writing — check the Nintendo eShop Singapore listing directly. Pre-orders are live now on the Nintendo eShop ahead of the 23 July digital release.

For collectors: a physical edition releases on 27 August 2026 and comes with a limited 25th Anniversary sleeve case. Note that physical availability outside Japan may vary by region, and the western physical release uses a Game Key Card format rather than a traditional game cartridge. Confirm availability with local game retailers before pre-ordering a physical copy.

One important note for players who already own Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster on the original Nintendo Switch: save data is not transferable between the two versions, and the Switch 2 version is not compatible with the original Switch hardware.

If you’re building your Switch 2 JRPG library, this is a landmark addition — and at 25 years old, Spira hasn’t aged a day. Browse other upcoming Switch 2 game releases we’ve been covering this week.