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The Outfoxies Joins Arcade Archives on Nintendo Switch: Bandai Namco’s Cult Classic Returns
Bandai Namco’s 1995 arcade fighting game The Outfoxies makes its long-awaited debut on Nintendo Switch via Hamster’s Arcade Archives, with a confirmed release date and...
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Tales of Series 30th Anniversary: Bandai Namco Celebrates With Remasters and Global Appreciation
Bandai Namco Entertainment marks the 30th anniversary of the Tales of series with gratitude, new remaster announcements, and a focus on fan engagement for Nintendo...
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Bandai Namco Celebrates 30 Years of Tales of Series with Anniversary Video and Upcoming Switch Releases
Bandai Namco marks the 30th anniversary of the Tales of series with a commemorative video, highlighting its legacy and announcing new remastered releases for the...
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Tales of Series Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Commemorative Trailer
Bandai Namco honors the 30th anniversary of the Tales of series with a new memorial trailer, highlighting its evolution up to Tales of Arise.
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Tekken Father Katsuhiro Harada to Depart Bandai Namco After 30 Years
Katsuhiro Harada, the legendary producer behind the Tekken series, is leaving Bandai Namco at the close of 2025 after three decades shaping the franchise.
Katsuhiro Harada Announces Departure from Bandai Namco After 30 Years with Tekken Franchise
Tekken series producer Katsuhiro Harada is set to leave Bandai Namco after three decades of groundbreaking work, reflecting on his career following personal and...
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Tekken Series Director Katsuhiro Harada Announces Departure from Bandai Namco After 30 Years
Katsuhiro Harada, a pivotal figure in fighting game development, confirms his exit from Bandai Namco at the end of 2025, concluding a 30-year legacy with the Tekken...
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Tekken Director Katsuhiro Harada Announces Departure from Bandai Namco After 30 Years
Tekken executive producer and director Katsuhiro Harada announces his planned departure from Bandai Namco at the close of 2025, coinciding with the Tekken franchise's...
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Bandai Spirits Unveils Diecast Metroid Prime 4 Samus Aran Varia Suit Model for Nintendo Fans
Bandai Spirits has announced a detailed diecast Samus Aran in Varia Suit model, inspired by Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, available for pre-order exclusively in Japan with...
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Gunslinger Girl PS2 Fan Translation: Hilltop Works Brings Cult Shooter to English Audiences
The translation team at Hilltop Works announces a fan translation project for the PS2 shooter Gunslinger Girl, making the Japan-exclusive title accessible to...
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The Idolmaster SP Receives Full English Fan Translation Patch for PSP This Winter
English-speaking fans can now enjoy The Idolmaster SP on PSP in its entirety as a dedicated team releases a comprehensive fan translation patch this winter, covering...
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The Idolmaster SP Fan Translation Patch Released: Full English Support Now Available for PSP Classic
Bandai Namco's The Idolmaster SP receives a complete English fan translation patch, covering Perfect Sun, Missing Moon, and Wandering Star on PlayStation Portable....
Kirby Air Riders Review: A High-Speed Party on Nintendo Switch 2
Kirby Air Riders races onto Nintendo Switch 2 with a robust variety of modes, innovative gameplay, and broad multiplayer appeal—see how Bandai Namco and Sora reinvent...
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Nintendo Acquires Bandai Namco Studios Singapore: New Nintendo Studios Singapore to Strengthen Switch Game Development
Nintendo has announced the acquisition of Bandai Namco Studios Singapore, forming Nintendo Studios Singapore to bolster its game development capabilities for the...
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Nintendo Studios Singapore: Nintendo Acquires Majority Stake in Bandai Namco Studios Singapore to Bolster Development
Nintendo has announced the acquisition of Bandai Namco Studios Singapore, rebranding it as Nintendo Studios Singapore and strengthening its global game development...
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Nintendo Acquires Bandai Namco Studios Singapore to Bolster First-Party Development
Nintendo strengthens its development structure with the acquisition of Bandai Namco Studios Singapore, turning it into Nintendo Studios Singapore to enhance future...
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Nintendo Set to Acquire Bandai Namco Studios Singapore: Expansion Strengthens First-Party Development
Nintendo has officially announced plans to acquire Bandai Namco Studios Singapore, further expanding its in-house development capabilities for Nintendo Switch titles....
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Cardcaptor Sakura WonderSwan RPG Receives English Fan Translation Patch from Hilltop Works
Hilltop Works unveils a teaser for their upcoming English language patch of Cardcaptor Sakura: Sakura to Fushigi na Clow Card, the 1999 WonderSwan RPG originally...
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Pac-Man Joins Sonic Racing CrossWorlds: New DLC Course Arrives January 2024
Pac-Man and a themed track are racing into Sonic Racing CrossWorlds as a new DLC pack in January 2024, marking a major collaboration between Bandai Namco and SEGA.
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One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Delivers Performance Boost and Visual Upgrades
Discover how One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 fares on Nintendo Switch 2, with upgraded visuals, improved load times, and new Legendary Edition options. Bandai Namco...
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Tales of Series Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Ufotable's Official Key Artwork and Upcoming Berseria Remaster
Bandai Namco's iconic Tales of series marks its 30th anniversary. Japanese animation studio Ufotable unveils special commemorative artwork as the franchise prepares...
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Tales Of Berseria Remastered Includes Global Censorship in Japanese Release
Bandai Namco's Tales Of Berseria Remastered will feature the same censorship worldwide as previously seen in its Western counterpart, including the Japanese edition.
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Tales of Berseria Remastered to Use Censored International Version Worldwide, Bandai Namco Confirms
Bandai Namco announces that Tales of Berseria Remastered will launch globally in February 2026 using the censored international version as its foundation, affecting...
Tales of Berseria Remastered Worldwide Release Will Use Censored Version on Nintendo Switch
Bandai Namco confirms Tales of Berseria Remastered for Nintendo Switch will adopt the censored overseas version globally, standardizing content for all regions....
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Tales of Berseria Remastered Announced for Nintendo Switch, PC, and Consoles: Release Date and Editions Detailed
Bandai Namco confirms Tales of Berseria Remastered for Nintendo Switch, PC, and multiple consoles with a February 2026 release. Discover key features, upgrades, and...
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Tales of Berseria Remastered Announced for Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox, and PC: Release Date and Details
Bandai Namco continues its Tales 30th Anniversary celebration with the announcement of Tales of Berseria Remastered, launching February 27, 2026, for Nintendo Switch,...
Tales of Berseria Remastered Announced for Nintendo Switch: Release Date, Features, and Price Revealed
Bandai Namco confirms Tales of Berseria Remastered for Nintendo Switch, launching February 27, 2026. Discover new features, pricing, and platform history for the...
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Tales of Berseria Remastered Announced for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date Set for February 2026
Bandai Namco reveals Tales of Berseria Remastered for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, launching worldwide on February 27, 2026. Explore new features, classic JRPG...
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Tales of Berseria Remastered Announced for Nintendo Switch: Release Date and Features Revealed
Bandai Namco confirms Tales of Berseria Remastered is coming to Nintendo Switch with updated features and all original DLC, debuting worldwide in February 2026.
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Tales of Berseria Remastered Announced for Nintendo Switch: Release Date Confirmed
Bandai Namco officially announces Tales of Berseria Remastered for Nintendo Switch, launching February 26, 2026. Discover key details about this acclaimed RPG’s...
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Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch—All You Need to Know
Discover all the essential details about the launch of Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, including game features, release date, and...
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PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC Launches Sonic the Hedgehog DLC on Nintendo Switch eShop
Bandai Namco releases new paid Sonic the Hedgehog DLC for PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC, offering Green Hill Zone stages, Sonic-themed collectibles, and costumes on Nintendo...
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Once Upon a Katamari DLC Announced: Bandai Namco Unveils New Remix Packs for Nintendo Switch
Bandai Namco has revealed new DLC for Once Upon a Katamari, featuring two upcoming remix packs with additional tracks and accessories for Nintendo Switch players.
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Kirby’s Air Riders Utilizes Bandai Namco’s Advanced SOL-AVES Engine Ahead of Nintendo Switch 2 Launch
Kirby’s Air Riders debuts on Nintendo Switch 2, powered by Bandai Namco’s innovation, the SOL-AVES engine. Explore how this new technology shapes Kirby’s arrival,...
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SOL-AVES: Bandai Namco's Powerful New Game Engine Debuts with Kirby Air Riders on Nintendo Switch
Bandai Namco introduces the SOL-AVES engine with Kirby Air Riders, marking a major tech advancement for Nintendo Switch game development.
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Bandai Namco and Square Enix Join Japan’s CODA to Challenge OpenAI Sora 2’s Use of Japanese Content
Japanese industry leaders Bandai Namco and Square Enix join CODA and top publishers in formally challenging OpenAI's use of proprietary content in Sora 2, highlighting...
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Nileswan Flash Cart Set to Revolutionize WonderSwan Gaming in 2025
The Nileswan flash cart by 49bitcat brings advanced features and renewed life to the Bandai WonderSwan handheld, launching globally for retro gaming enthusiasts this...
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Tales of Xillia Remastered Brings Classic JRPG Adventure to Nintendo Switch
Bandai Namco releases Tales of Xillia Remastered for Nintendo Switch, introducing enhanced features and the acclaimed RPG to a new generation of players.
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The Mysterious Mario Bros. Set: MrTalida Revives Unofficial 1986 Gachapon Mario Toys
Discover how MrTalida has digitally preserved the rare, unofficial 1986 Konno Sangyo Mysterious Mario Bros. gachapon set—featuring bizarre and monstrous Mario...
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Once Upon A Katamari Launches on Nintendo Switch: New Features, Multiplayer Mode, and More
Bandai Namco debuts Once Upon A Katamari on Nintendo Switch, marking the series' return with new stages, multiplayer features, and expanded customization for the first...
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Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch: Release Date, Features, and Motion Controls Detailed
Bandai Namco reveals Dragon Ball Sparking Zero for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, with local and online multiplayer, motion controls, and enhanced Budokai Tenkaichi...
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Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Delayed to 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2 for Performance Optimization
Bandai Namco and FromSoftware have postponed the release of Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 to 2026, citing the need for further performance...
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Tales of Xillia 2 Remastered Announced by Bandai Namco for Modern Consoles
Bandai Namco Entertainment confirms Tales of Xillia 2 Remastered is in development, showcasing ongoing commitment to revitalizing the Tales series for Nintendo Switch...
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Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 Delayed to 2026 for Performance Enhancements
Bandai Namco and FromSoftware have officially delayed Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 to 2026, prioritizing performance improvements ahead of...
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Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Delayed to 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2: Bandai Namco Cites Performance Improvements
Bandai Namco Entertainment confirms the release of Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 is postponed until 2026, allowing for optimized performance....
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Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac Review: A Nostalgic Platformer Shines on Nintendo Switch
Explore our in-depth review of Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac for Nintendo Switch. Discover its classic 3D platforming gameplay, visuals, multiplayer features, and why Bandai...
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Tales of Xillia Remastered Release Date Set for Switch as Bandai Namco Confirms Multiple Projects in Development
Bandai Namco confirms Tales of Xillia Remastered will launch on Nintendo Switch, with Tales of Xillia 2 Remaster and more titles in the works according to series...
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Tales of Xillia Remaster Launches on Nintendo Switch This Month; Sequel Remaster Already in Development
Bandai Namco is set to release Tales of Xillia Remaster on Nintendo Switch and other platforms, while also confirming progress on a remaster of its sequel, Tales of...
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Tales of Xillia 2 Remaster Confirmed by Bandai Namco: Update from Series Producer
Bandai Namco has officially confirmed that a remaster of Tales of Xillia 2 is underway, with new details from series producer Yusuke Tomizawa emphasizing a rapid...
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PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC on Nintendo Switch 2: Definitive 3D Platformer Returns with Enhanced Features
PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC brings the classic 3D platformer to the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring improved graphics, two-player co-op, and quality-of-life upgrades from...
Super Saiyan 4 Goku from Dragon Ball Daima Joins Dragon Ball FighterZ: Release Date and Update Details Revealed
Bandai Namco announces Super Saiyan 4 Goku from Dragon Ball Daima for Dragon Ball FighterZ at EVO France 2025, alongside a major balance adjustment update for the...
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Dragon Ball FighterZ Unveils Goku (SS4, Daima) DLC and Major Balance Patch at Evo France 2025
At Evo France 2025, Bandai Namco revealed a new DLC character, Goku (SS4, Daima), for Dragon Ball FighterZ and announced a comprehensive balance patch for October 12....
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Dragon Ball FighterZ Balance Update Arrives October 12, 2025: Goku (SS4, DAIMA) Announced for Spring 2026
Bandai Namco unveils a major balance update for Dragon Ball FighterZ arriving October 12, 2025, alongside the reveal of Super Saiyan 4 Goku (Daima) joining the roster...
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Goku (SS4, DAIMA) DLC Confirmed for Dragon Ball FighterZ — Arrives April 22, 2026
Bandai Namco confirms Goku (SS4, DAIMA) joins Dragon Ball FighterZ on April 22, 2026. Read details on the DLC drop, the October 2025 balance update focused on...
Tales of Rebirth English Translation 1.0 Released by Life Bottle Productions
Life Bottle Productions launches the highly anticipated Tales of Rebirth English translation patch for PS2, making the classic Bandai Namco RPG accessible to new...
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Famitsu Review Scores: Hades 2 and Digimon Story Time Stranger Impress on Nintendo Switch
Famitsu unveils high review scores for Hades 2 and Digimon Story Time Stranger on Nintendo Switch for the week of October 8, 2025, marking notable accomplishments for...
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Bandai Namco Celebrates Ridge Racer Anniversary With Tokyo Live DJ Event and Remix Album
Bandai Namco announces Ridge Racer Night 2025, a live DJ event in Tokyo, and a Rave Racer 30th Anniversary remix album, celebrating the iconic arcade racing series.
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Bandai Namco Classics Return: Galaga, Pac-Man, Dig Dug, and Xevious Reissued on Atari 2600+ and 7800 Platforms
Bandai Namco and Plaion Replai revive four iconic arcade classics—Galaga, Pac-Man, Dig Dug, and Xevious—on physical cartridges for the Atari 2600+ and 7800. Discover...
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Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Arrives on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 With 208-Character Roster
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero launches on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, boasting an extensive roster of 208 characters, with additional DLC updates confirmed by...
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Everybody’s Golf Hot Shots Debuts on Nintendo Switch: Bringing the Beloved Franchise to New Platforms
Everybody’s Golf Hot Shots launches on Nintendo Switch, marking the series' first ever release on a Nintendo system. Learn how Bandai Namco and SIE revived the iconic...
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