Gaming

CM Punk headlines WWE 2K26 Showcase: Punked

Relive, rewrite, and reimagine CM Punk’s career in WWE 2K26.

Published

February 11, 2026

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WWE 2K26 puts CM Punk front and center.

Following the debut of the Showcase trailer, 2K dropped a new Ringside Report. It dives deeper into 2K Showcase: Punked. CM Punk narrates the mode himself. The report also outlines major gameplay upgrades coming to this year’s title.

2K Showcase: Punked lets players step into Punk’s boots. It traces his rise across WWE. It blends real milestones with alternate timelines and fantasy matchups.

Relive the highlights

The Showcase opens at WrestleMania 41. Players control Punk in a triple-threat match against Seth “Freakin’” Rollins and Roman Reigns. Paul Heyman stands in Punk’s corner.

From there, the mode jumps across Punk’s career. Players can recreate iconic bouts. That includes Randy Orton at WrestleMania 27. It features The Undertaker at WrestleMania 29. It also includes Drew McIntyre at Bad Blood 2024.

Punk provides candid commentary throughout. He shares behind-the-scenes insight. Players face WWE Legends and World Champions such as The Rock, Rey Mysterio, JBL, John Cena, and more.

Rewrite history

2K Showcase: Punked does more than revisit the past. It asks bold questions.

What if CM Punk never left WWE in 2014? What if key rivalries ended differently?

Players can change pivotal outcomes. They can reshape Punk’s legacy. One alternate-history match features CM Punk and AJ Lee versus The Miz and Maryse. More “what if” scenarios will follow.

Enter Fantasy Warfare

The mode also introduces Fantasy Warfare.

Players can book dream matches. Punk steps into the ring with Superstars he never faced in WWE. That includes “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Eddie Guerrero. More names will be revealed soon.

These battles take place in a new arena called the CM Punkvillion. It serves as the backdrop for these crossover showdowns.

Survive The Gauntlet

WWE 2K26 adds a new optional challenge called The Gauntlet.

Players can choose CM Punk or AJ Lee. They must defeat all 20 Showcase opponents in consecutive matches. There are no shortcuts.

Clear The Gauntlet and you complete the Showcase instantly. You also unlock every reward in the mode. That includes playable Legends, alternate attires, managers, championships, and arenas.

Gameplay upgrades detailed

Last week’s Ringside Report focused on core gameplay improvements.

WWE 2K26 adds new match types. The game introduces interactive environments and objects. It expands surprise attacks and start-of-match actions. It also upgrades A.I. sequences and rivalries.

The game features a new commentary team and interactive entrances. 2K plans more deep dives ahead of launch.

WWE 2K26 releases March 6, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam.

Four editions are now available for pre-order. The King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, and Monday Night War Edition launch March 6, 2026. The Standard Edition follows on March 13, 2026.

Related Topics:2K 2K Entertainment CM Punk WWE 2K26

Gaming

Gundam Rogue Orbit coming to consoles, PC in 2027

Bold new take on Gundam through fast, cinematic action

Published

June 17, 2026

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Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia has announced that Gundam Rogue Orbit is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam in 2027.

The announcement trailer has also been released, showcasing high-mobility action. The title delivers a bold new take on Gundam through fast, cinematic combat in an all-new universe.

Gundam Rogue Orbit lets players suit up for humanity and become the pilot they were born to be.

RE-X is the protagonist and pilot of Gundam Helix. He boards the Gundam and fights to confront threats.

As players step into the cockpit, they will join a rag-tag crew of unsung soldiers, ready to face a powerful unknown threat.

Meanwhile, Sophia serves as the title’s heroine. She is a mysterious girl who monitors RE-X’s situation.

Gaming

K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut lets you become a K-pop group’s manager

K-pop Idol management sim launches July 16th

Published

June 17, 2026

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PQube and Wisageni Studio have announced that K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut will release on July 16.

The K-pop Idol management sim is launching both physically and digitally on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, as well as digitally on Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam).

In addition, a newly updated demo is available right now on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.

The title invites players to recruit and manage their dream K-pop group on their journey to debut — a behind-the-scenes process those well into K-pop culture and fandom are pretty knowledgeable about.

The game lets players get a taste of life as a K-pop Idol manager, navigating the unpredictable challenges of the industry. There’s scouting talent, managing schedules, choosing outfits, planning social media, and organizing the perfect album.

Players can choose from eight unique trainees, from Minji to Ai. The lineup and skillset of your group is in your hands.

As the manager, it is your job to balance stamina, finances, and workload. Moreover, the bonds you build shape every outcome. Decisions influence how each character perceives you, unlocking new encounters, storylines, and endings.

K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut also features exclusive music and special vocal tracks for your group’s debut, produced just for the game. In between, there are mini-games which also contribute to your success as a manager.

As players wait for the game’s release next month, the new demo offers French, German, and Spanish localization, new interactions between trainees, and improved graphics.

Gaming

Kingdom Hearts IV gets new trailer, confirms Switch 2 release

Collection [I~III] launches October 8

Published

June 11, 2026

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Square Enix has released a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV, offering another look at Sora’s next adventure and confirming the game is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Alongside the update, the company announced that Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] will launch on October 8, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC. Pre-orders are now open, while a free Nintendo Switch 2 demo for Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind is available starting today.

Kingdom Hearts IV returns

The new trailer offers another look at Quadratum, the mysterious city first revealed when Kingdom Hearts IV was announced.

According to Square Enix, Sora will encounter new characters, visit new worlds, and awaken new powers as the next chapter of the long-running action RPG series unfolds.

The publisher did not announce a release date for the game, saying more details will be revealed in the future.

Kingdom Hearts IV will launch for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Collection bundles the series’ major releases

Square Enix also confirmed that Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] brings together Kingdom Hearts -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind in a single package.

The collection includes Kingdom Hearts Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories, Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD, Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep, Kingdom Hearts III, and the Re Mind DLC, alongside several movie and cutscene compilations.

The release marks the arrival of native versions of these titles on Nintendo Switch 2. Previously, the games were available on Nintendo’s platform through cloud versions.

Free demo available now

Players can download a free Nintendo Switch 2 demo for Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind starting today.

The demo includes the opening portion of the game through Olympus, with save data carrying over to the full release. It also features a separate section set in Toy Box, the Toy Story-inspired world, although progress from that segment will not transfer.

Players who purchase the collection or Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind will receive platform-exclusive Keyblades. Nintendo Switch 2 players get Long Night, PlayStation 5 players receive Midnight Blue, while Xbox Series X|S players receive Phantom Green.

Digital pre-orders on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S also include 48-hour early access for Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind.