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Pac-Man Shadow Labyrinth: Bandai Namco Unveils Bold New Direction for Pac-Man on Nintendo Switch
Bandai Namco reinvents Pac-Man with Shadow Labyrinth, an action-adventure launching July 18, 2024, on Nintendo Switch, featuring legendary developers and collectors...
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NebulasRay Arcade Classic Launches on Nintendo Switch and PS4 via Arcade Archives
Arcade Archives expands with Namco's NebulasRay, making its home console debut on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Discover the game's history, developer insights,...
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Battle Train Brings Roguelite Deck-Building Action to Nintendo Switch on June 18, 2025
Battle Train, developed by Terrible Posture Games and Nerd Ninjas LLC and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, launches on Nintendo Switch on June 18, 2025,...
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Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Receives Nintendo Switch 2 Classification from Saudi Arabia’s Game Regulators
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero gets officially rated for Nintendo Switch 2 by Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Media Regulation, signaling Bandai Namco’s continued...
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Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Rated for Nintendo Switch 2 in Saudi Arabia
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, developed by Spike Chunsoft and published by Bandai Namco, receives a Nintendo Switch 2 rating in Saudi Arabia, suggesting the iconic...
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Dragon Ball Sparking! ZERO Receives Nintendo Switch 2 Rating Following FighterZ Success
Dragon Ball Sparking! ZERO, the latest entry in Bandai Namco’s acclaimed fighting game series, has been officially rated for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2,...
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Namco Month 2024: Three Classic Arcade Games Set for Reissue on Nintendo Switch and PS4
Hamster Corp celebrates Namco Month 2024 by reissuing three classic Namco arcade titles on Nintendo Switch and PS4 via Arcade Archives, continuing its tradition of...
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Nintendo Switch Demos: Comprehensive Guide to Free Game Trials on the eShop (North America & Europe)
Explore a complete, updated list of Nintendo Switch demos available in North America and Europe. Learn how to download free trials, including notable games and...
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The Blue Crystal Rod: Long-Awaited English Fan Translation Revives Namco's Babylonian Castle Saga on Super Famicom
A new English fan translation makes 'The Blue Crystal Rod,' the final entry in Namco's Babylonian Castle Saga, accessible to Western audiences on the Super Famicom for...
Nintendo Switch Dev Kit Leak Reveals Unreleased Ridge Racer and Retro Studios Projects
A recent Nintendo Switch dev kit leak unveils unreleased games from Bandai Namco and Retro Studios, offering a rare look at canceled titles and development builds.
Tamagotchi Plaza Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Announced: Release Date, Features, and Connectivity Details
Bandai Namco confirms Tamagotchi Plaza for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Discover features, gameplay, and exclusive connectivity for Tamagotchi fans.
Shadow Labyrinth Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Announced: Bandai Namco Reveals Release Date and Direct Tie-in
Bandai Namco Entertainment has officially announced Shadow Labyrinth Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, a bold reimagining of the PAC-MAN legacy, set for global release on...
Ridge Racer Returns: Namco’s Arcade Classic Races onto Nintendo Switch 2 as Part of Arcade Archives 2
Namco's legendary arcade racer Ridge Racer is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5th, 2025, via Arcade Archives 2, marking its first appearance on a...
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025
Bandai Namco Entertainment confirms Elden Ring Tarnished Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, including base game, expansion, and exclusive content. Launches in...
Assault Plus Arrives on Nintendo Switch and PS4 via Arcade Archives
Bandai Namco and Hamster bring classic arcade tank game Assault Plus to Nintendo Switch and PS4, marking its first standalone console release outside Japan since 1988.
Galaxian 3: Attack of the Zolgear Restored — Legendary Namco Arcade Returns at Fun World, Nashua
Galaxian 3: Attack of the Zolgear, Namco’s rare six-player arcade classic, has been expertly restored and is operational at Fun World in Nashua, NH — the only known...
Patapon 1+2 Replay Drums Up Excitement for Nintendo Switch Launch in June 2025
Bandai Namco is bringing Patapon 1+2 Replay to Nintendo Switch, remastering the beloved rhythm action titles with new visuals, difficulty settings, and classic...
Tamagotchi Plaza Announced for Nintendo Switch – Bandai Namco Reveals New Corner Shop Entry and Release Date
Bandai Namco announces Tamagotchi Plaza for Nintendo Switch, launching August 27, 2025. Explore shop simulation gameplay, co-op modes, and exclusive Tamagotchi Uni...
Tales of Destiny NTSC-U Patch Revitalizes Classic PS1 RPG on Modern Platforms
A comprehensive fan-made patch for Namco's Tales of Destiny NTSC-U brings restored content, bug fixes, and localization improvements to the classic PlayStation RPG.
Dancing Eyes PS3 Remake QA Build Surfaces Online: Namco's Cancelled Puzzle Classic Preserved
A QA build of Namco's cancelled Dancing Eyes remake for PlayStation 3 has been recovered and made available online, offering a rare look at the unfinished title.
Bandai Namco Files Trademark for 'Once Upon a Katamari' in Europe: Possible New Katamari Game for Nintendo Switch?
Bandai Namco has filed a new trademark for 'Once Upon a Katamari' in Europe, sparking speculation about a potential new entry in the beloved Katamari series, possibly...
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot – Daima DLC Part 2 Set for 2026 Release on Nintendo Switch
Bandai Namco confirms Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot – Daima – Adventure through the Demon Realm Pack Part 2 will arrive in early 2026 on Nintendo Switch, following a major...
Sigma Star Saga DX: WayForward's GBA Classic Returns to Nintendo Switch with Collector’s Edition
WayForward and Limited Run Games announce Sigma Star Saga DX, an enhanced re-release of the 2005 GBA cult favorite, coming to Nintendo Switch and modern platforms with...
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Battle Destiny Remastered Worldwide Release Set for May 2025 on Nintendo Switch and PC
Bandai Namco announces the global launch of Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Battle Destiny Remastered for Nintendo Switch and PC, featuring enhanced graphics, over 100...
One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 Reaches 4 Million Sales as Bandai Namco Invites Fans to Vote for Next DLC Characters
Bandai Namco celebrates a major milestone for One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4, surpassing 4 million sales and announcing new DLC based on fan voting. The game is also set...
Bandai Namco Studios Cuts Over 100 Staff Amid Project Cancellations and Workflow Shifts
Bandai Namco Studios, recognized for Nintendo Switch titles like New Pokémon Snap and Taiko no Tatsujin, has seen its workforce decrease by more than 100 in the past...
Soulcalibur Development Interview Reveals Creative Origins and Character Design Insights
Discover how Soulcalibur's iconic characters were conceived, as Namco developers share rare behind-the-scenes details in a newly translated interview.
Tales of Graces f Remastered: A Stellar Return for Bandai Namco’s Beloved JRPG Series on Nintendo Switch
Explore our in-depth review of Tales of Graces f Remastered for Nintendo Switch. Discover gameplay improvements, quality-of-life additions, and platform-specific...
My Arcade Gamestation Retro Go and Pro: Release Date, Features, and Classic Games Lineup Revealed
My Arcade officially announces the release window for the Gamestation Retro Go and Pro, retro handheld consoles loaded with classic Capcom and Bandai Namco games, at...
Freedom Wars Remastered Launches on Nintendo Switch: Release Date, Features, and Enhanced Gameplay
Bandai Namco Entertainment brings Freedom Wars Remastered to Nintendo Switch with updated features, an overhauled weapon system, and a firm release date. Discover all...
Tim Langdell Reissues The Spectrum Handbook as Retro Games Ltd. Launches The Spectrum (ZX Spectrum)
Tim Langdell has reissued The Spectrum Handbook, originally published in 1982, to coincide with Retro Games Ltd.'s 2024 release of The Spectrum. The reissue and its...
Carnage Mansion: Team Good Knight Unveils Spiritual Successor to Splatterhouse for PC
Team Good Knight has revealed Carnage Mansion, a spiritual successor to Namco's Splatterhouse, with early footage and images highlighting its horror-action gameplay....
Bandai Namco Unveils Shadow Labyrinth for Nintendo Switch at The Game Awards
Bandai Namco announces Shadow Labyrinth, an action platformer featuring Pac-Man elements, coming to Nintendo Switch in 2025. Get the latest details, verified facts,...
Little Nightmares III Delayed to 2025: Bandai Namco and Supermassive Games Prioritize Quality
Bandai Namco announces the delay of Little Nightmares III to 2025, with Supermassive Games focusing on achieving the highest quality for the series' latest entry. Get...
Tales of Graces f Remastered: Bandai Namco Unveils New Features for Nintendo Switch Release
Bandai Namco reveals new trailer and key quality-of-life improvements for Tales of Graces f Remastered, launching January 17 on Nintendo Switch and other platforms.
Bandai Namco Cancels Nintendo-Commissioned Project Amid Game Development Restructure
Bandai Namco cancels multiple in-development titles, including a Nintendo-commissioned project, as part of a broad restructuring and workforce reduction due to slow...
Nintendo Switch eShop Adds SpongeBob SquarePants, Sword Art Online, and More in Latest Download Update
Explore the newest Nintendo Switch eShop releases including SpongeBob SquarePants: The Patrick Star Game, Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream, and other highlights...
Ace Combat 7 Takes Flight on Nintendo Switch: A Landmark Port by Bandai Namco
Bandai Namco's Ace Combat 7 releases on Nintendo Switch, marking a standout port celebrated for its quality and comprehensive portable experience.
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot Datamine Hints at Dragon Ball Daima DLC for Nintendo Switch and Other Platforms
A recent datamine suggests Bandai Namco is planning Dragon Ball Daima-themed DLC for Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot, expanding the game's content on Nintendo Switch,...
Bandai Namco Studio 2 & Studio S: Nintendo Game Development Roles Reportedly Filled
Bandai Namco's new in-house Studio 2 & Studio S has reportedly completed hiring for key Nintendo game development roles, marking a significant milestone for their...
Picross S Namco Legendary Edition Launches on Nintendo Switch with Over 500 Puzzles
Jupiter Corporation unveils Picross S Namco Legendary Edition for Nintendo Switch, featuring iconic Namco arcade titles like Pac-Man and over 500 puzzles at a $10.99...
I-Ninja Game Boy Advance Prototype Finally Released Online: A Lost Namco Classic Preserved
The unreleased Game Boy Advance version of Namco and Argonaut Games' I-Ninja has been preserved and released online, offering a rare look at the lost handheld port of...
Jotego Expands Analogue Pocket Library with 'JTNINJA' OpenFPGA Core Featuring Bad Dudes vs Dragon Ninja
FPGA developer Jotego has launched the JTNINJA OpenFPGA core for Analogue Pocket, enabling classic Data East arcade games like Bad Dudes vs Dragon Ninja and Heavy...
Nintendo 98.8% New-Employee Retention: What the Industry Needs to Know
Nintendo reports a 98.8% new-employee retention rate. Analysis of the company's salaries, benefits, and what this figure means for the Nintendo Switch-era employer...
Arcade1Up Unveils Time Crisis Arcade Cabinet with Three Classic Namco Games
Arcade1Up officially announces a replica arcade cabinet for Time Crisis, bundling it with three other Namco gun game classics. Explore the cabinet's features, launch...
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 Sales Milestone — 12 Million Copies Sold
Bandai Namco confirms Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 has sold over 12 million copies across PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch, ranking it among...
Dragon Ball FighterZ and Xenoverse 2 Each Surpass 10 Million Sales Worldwide, Bandai Namco Celebrates Franchise Milestone
Bandai Namco announces that Dragon Ball FighterZ and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 have both exceeded 10 million units in worldwide shipments and digital sales, reflecting...
Tales of Symphonia Nintendo Switch Remaster Faces Major Technical Issues
The Nintendo Switch remaster of Tales of Symphonia launches with significant visual glitches, performance problems, and technical setbacks. Fans and critics express...
Tales of Symphonia Remastered: Bandai Namco Releases Sylvarant Arc Anime Free on YouTube Ahead of Switch Launch
Bandai Namco offers fans the full Sylvarant arc anime adaptation on YouTube in anticipation of the Tales of Symphonia Remastered release on Nintendo Switch,...
Unveiled: The Lost 2D Dark Souls Pitch by Thomas Feichtmeir to Bandai Namco
Discover the story behind a never-realized, hand-drawn 2D Dark Souls proposal from pixel artist Thomas Feichtmeir, pitched to Bandai Namco over six years ago.
DRAGON BALL: THE BREAKERS Launches on Nintendo Switch – Asymmetrical Action Hits eShop
Explore DRAGON BALL: THE BREAKERS for Nintendo Switch, the latest online action title from Bandai Namco featuring classic Dragon Ball villains. Learn about the game's...
Pac-Man World Re-Pac Review: Bandai Namco’s Classic Revitalized for Nintendo Switch
Explore our in-depth review of Pac-Man World Re-Pac on Nintendo Switch. Discover how Bandai Namco's remastered platformer updates a PlayStation classic for modern...
PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC Review: Classic 3D Platforming Returns on Nintendo Switch
Experience the nostalgic charm of PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC, a faithful remake for the Nintendo Switch, featuring updated visuals, refined controls, and classic platforming...
Tekken: Bloodline Release Date, Trailer, and Key Details for Netflix’s Anime Adaptation
Discover everything you need to know about Netflix's Tekken: Bloodline anime, including its release date, story adaptation, animation style, and ties to Bandai Namco's...
Pac-Man World Re-Pac Announced for Nintendo Switch: Classic Platformer Returns in Full Remake
Bandai Namco officially unveils Pac-Man World Re-Pac for Nintendo Switch, reviving the beloved PlayStation classic in a modern remake. Explore gameplay updates,...
Digimon Survive Release Delayed to 2022: Bandai Namco Allocates More Time for Development
Bandai Namco has announced the delay of Digimon Survive to 2022, citing the need for further development time to ensure quality. Learn more about the upcoming...
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot + A New Power Awakens Set Arrives on Nintendo Switch This September
Bandai Namco's acclaimed action RPG Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot, complete with the 'A New Power Awakens' expansion, launches for Nintendo Switch on September 24, bringing...
Kazuya Mishima Joins Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Nintendo Direct Reveals New DLC Fighter from Tekken
Nintendo Direct at E3 unveils Kazuya Mishima from Tekken as the latest DLC fighter for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, marking a significant collaboration with Bandai Namco.
Little Nightmares II Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch by Bandai Namco Entertainment and Tarsier Studios
Bandai Namco Entertainment and Tarsier Studios have officially announced the highly anticipated release date for Little Nightmares II on Nintendo Switch, bringing...
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n Fun on Nintendo Switch Surpasses 1 Million Sales Worldwide
Bandai Namco Entertainment celebrates Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n Fun reaching over 1 million sales on Nintendo Switch with a free commemorative music pack.