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Crisis Core: FFVII Reunion now has a release date

Plus more Square Enix games coming

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Square Enix announced that the release date for Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is on December 13. It’ll be available on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.

It will be available in Hero (physical), Digital Deluxe, and Standard editions, with the Steam version for PC dropping the day after.

The much-anticipated remaster of the prequel to Final Fantasy VII first released in 2007 for PlayStation Portable will feature a complete HD graphics overhaul, remastered soundtrack, a reimagined UI, and an updated combat system.

More upcoming titles and newly-released games were also announced at Nintendo Direct. Here’s a quick rundown:

Octopath Traveler II to launch in February 2023

The second installment in the action RPG series Octopath Traveler has been confirmed for a February 24, 2023 release date on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and 5, and PC via Steam.

There will be a brand-new story alongside new characters – each with their own narratives – as players will now start an adventure in the new land of Solistiaand and encounter eight new travelers: Hikari (Warrior), Agnea (Dancer), Partitio (Merchant), Osvald (Scholar), Throné (Thief), Temenos (Cleric), Ochette (Hunter), and Castti (Apothecary).

New and returning gameplay features and elements will include:

  • Break and Boost Battle system: Players should exploit enemy weaknesses to “break” them, inflict more damage, and “boost” travelers’ abilities
  • Path Actions: Players can interact with NPCs throughout the world
  • Day and Night cycle: Townscapes and Path Actions for each character will depend on the time of the day
  • Latent Power: A new battle element wherein characters can unleash a powerful ability once the gauge fills up
  • Crossed Paths: Additional stories will unfold between protagonists as their journey progresses

Theatrhythm returns with Final Bar Line

After a six-year wait, the fan-favorite rhythm action series is back with Theatrhythm: Final Bar Line launching on February 16, 2023 on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 – both in digital and physical versions.

There will be 385 carefully selected music tracks from across the whole Final Fantasy series, and the game will also feature songs from more recent Square Enix titles.

Harvestella demo now available for download

Meanwhile, a free downloadable demo for the upcoming simulation RPG Harvestella is now available on Nintendo Switch.

This will allow players to begin their adventure before carrying over their saved progress to the full game. It releases on November 4 this year.

Romancing SaGa: Minstrel Song Remastered coming this December

The fourth entry in the SaGa series, Romancing SaGa: Minstrel Song Remastered is coming to PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and iOS and Android devices on December 1, 2022.

The latest iteration of the adventure RPG will get an HD graphical remaster. This is on top of additional new features and QOL updates. Pre-order will be announced at a later date.

Various Daylife to be available in more consoles

Lastly, single player RPG Various Daylife has finally been made available for the first time on Nintendo Switch, Steam, and PlayStation 4.

Released in 2019, the game revolves around the story of a protagonist travelling with a group in a new land. The protagonist joins an exploration team in the process.

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Marvel’s Wolverine details combat, abilities, and features

Wolverine gets new combat details

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Insomniac Games has shared more details about Marvel’s Wolverine, highlighting Logan’s combat abilities, progression systems, exploration features, customization options, and accessibility settings.

The developer shared the details alongside a new Features Trailer ahead of the game’s September 15 release on PlayStation 5.

Wolverine fights with momentum

Marvel’s Wolverine puts aggressive combat at the center of its gameplay.

Logan can attack enemies with his claws, kicks, barrages, and critical strikes. Players can also unlock Techniques to enhance his combat moves.

Special Techniques add more options during fights. Players can equip up to four at a time, including moves such as Tornado Spin, Knee Breaker, and Spiral Strike.

Logan can further customize his combat style through Adaptations. These can improve his ability to absorb bullets, increase the effectiveness of Rage, expand parry windows, and provide other combat advantages.

His Rage system has three tiers. It focuses on survivability, resilience, and fury. Players can use it to survive dangerous encounters or unleash more brutal attacks.

Logan travels around the world

The game features an original story that takes Logan across different locations.

He and Jean Grey will work alongside members of Team X to stop Bolivar Trask and his plans against mutantkind. Logan will also face enemies such as Omega Red and Deathstrike.

Exploration will offer activities outside the main story. Players can discover Nightmare Doors with combat and traversal challenges. They can also find whisky bottles that reveal more about Logan’s forgotten memories.

Material crates can unlock suits inspired by Wolverine’s appearances across comics, movies, and animation.

Suits and claws add customization

Players can unlock a variety of Wolverine suits, including versions inspired by Weapon X, Old Man Logan, Ultimate Wolverine, and Patch.

The game also features more casual looks, including a tank top and leather jacket. Players can toggle some cowls and hats on or off.

Different claw designs are also available. These include bone, notched, curved, reflective, and angled claws.

The game will also feature Logan’s Nightmare Cabin. It includes New Game Plus with exclusive Techniques and level caps, Mission Replay, Nightmare Challenges, and Photo Mode. Photo Mode will be available through a day-one update.

More accessibility options included

Insomniac says Marvel’s Wolverine will include more than 100 new, returning, and improved accessibility features.

These include High Contrast visuals, English audio description, Global Game Speed, and Strong Haptic Signals.

The game also gives players more control over its violence and adult language. Separate options can alter dynamic blood and dismemberment, while language filters can limit adult language in English.

Marvel’s Wolverine launches on PlayStation 5 on September 15, 2026.

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Dune: Awakening gets new PS5 gameplay, movie DLC

PS5 gameplay and cross-play confirmed

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Dune: Awakening is getting ready for its September 22 launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox. At Gamescom, Funcom showed seven minutes of new PS5 gameplay and announced new DLC inspired by the Dune films.

The studio also confirmed that PC and console cross-play is coming after launch. It has not announced a release date for the feature yet.

PS5 gameplay revealed

Funcom premiered seven minutes of Dune: Awakening gameplay captured on a PlayStation 5 Pro.

The footage gives players a look at how the open-world survival game runs on Sony’s consoles. Gamescom attendees can also get hands-on with the PS5 version at the show.

On the base PS5, Performance Mode targets 60fps with dynamic resolution. The PS5 Pro also runs Performance Mode at 60fps.

Quality Mode runs at 30fps on both consoles. Both PS5 models use upscaled 4K resolution in Performance and Quality Mode.

The PS5 and Xbox versions will launch on September 22. The console release will also bring several major additions to the game.

These include a full single-player mode, the conclusion to its story, more customization options, and adjustable difficulty levels.

Funcom says console players will also get a year’s worth of PC additions and enhancements on day one.

Watch the trailer.

Dune movie-inspired DLC arrives

Funcom also announced Filmic Archive, a new DLC featuring outfits and building pieces inspired by Denis Villeneuve’s Dune films.

The DLC launches September 22 on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. It will cost ₱615.92 ($9.99).

Among its additions are the Aegis of the Unwalked Path armor. It is inspired by Paul Atreides’ visions of Fremen holy warriors in Dune: Part One.

The DLC also includes the Caladan Stormcoat worn by Paul and Duke Leto in the film.

Other movie-inspired outfits are included as well. Players can also build with a 73-piece set styled after the Sardaukar.

Funcom will reveal more of Filmic Archive during the Xbox Broadcast on August 28.

Cross-play is coming after launch

PC and console cross-play was one of the community’s most requested features after Funcom announced the console versions.

The studio has now confirmed that the feature is in development.

However, Funcom has not committed to a release date. It will share more details once they are available.

Dune: Awakening originally launched on PC in June 2025. The PS5 and Xbox versions arrive on September 22, bringing the game’s latest additions and improvements to consoles.

The game will also launch on Xbox Game Pass on the same day.

Players who purchase the Deluxe or Ultimate Edition can start playing five days early. Early access begins September 17.

Funcom will also release a physical PS5 edition through its distribution partners. Pre-orders are already available at select retailers.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe will distribute the physical edition across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Solutions 2 GO will handle North and South America.

In Japan, Spike Chunsoft will publish the game digitally and at retail. Its Japanese release is scheduled for October 29.

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CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS is out now

Super Action Soccer returns

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CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS is out now on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S. The game is also available on PC via Steam.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia brings back the popular series with its signature Super Action Soccer gameplay. Players can take control of more than 110 characters and compete across 22 national teams.

Tsubasa Ozora once again represents Japan as they take on national teams from around the world. The goal is to overcome their rivals and win the highly contested World Youth Championship.

The game is available in Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate Editions on consoles and PC.

Super Action Soccer returns

CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS brings back the series’ over-the-top soccer action with enhanced visuals and new supercharged moves.

Players can pass, dribble, tackle, and unleash powerful strikes. Each character also brings signature techniques inspired by their abilities from the anime and manga.

The sequel adds a new system that pits goalkeepers directly against shooters. Players can attack and counter signature shots and blocks in dramatic sequences.

The game also features more than 150 new cutscenes that highlight some of these special skills and moves.

Composer Tadayoshi Makino also returns for the sequel. He created more than 80 new tracks for the game.

A bigger World Youth Championship

CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS features more content than any previous game in the series.

Its Story Mode features a new original story written by series creator Yoichi Takahashi. The story draws from the World Youth Championships arc of the original manga.

Beyond the main story, players can compete in a variety of game modes. These include battles against rivals both online and offline.

With its mix of traditional soccer tactics and exaggerated special moves, the game aims to deliver the unpredictable “neo-soccer” action that defines Captain Tsubasa.

CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS is out now on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

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