Astrae Oratio is a fantasy magic RPG set to launch for iOS and Android in 2027, with a PC version to follow. The game is currently playable at Tokyo Game Show 2026, offering a glimpse into the immersive world crafted by the developers.
On September 17 at 10:00 AM JST, gamers worldwide are invited to join a quest to defeat the blue creeper and repel an illager invasion at the Tokyo Game Show. Attendees can visit the Minecraft Dungeons II booth to engage with the blue creeper directly. Players unable to attend can participate by defeating creepers in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition or by recording their adventures using a special Minecraft effect on YouTube. Each contribution, regardless of the method, helps weaken the blue creeper. For more information, visit creeperbattle.com.
Game Freak has announced a free-to-play "laundry game" called Ame no Chi Hare Onna for iOS and Android, developed with CHRONOGATE. The game, set in modern-day Japan, follows the story of Hare Onna, a magical girl who can turn weather into power to brighten people's moods. The game's director and producer is Shigeru Ohmori, known for his work on the Pokemon series.
King's Raid Re:verse is a resurrected version of the popular RPG King's Raid, set to debut at Tokyo Game Show. The new version will retain the original characters and world but with additional optimizations and balance tweaks. Masangsoft aims to please both new and returning players with the revamped game.
In September 2026, notable game releases include The Blood of Dawnwalker, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Control Resonant. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered is available for free to existing owners. Key gaming events include PAX West from September 4, Blizzcon on September 12, and the Tokyo Game Show starting September 17. Significant updates include Final Fantasy 14's 7.56 update on September 8, Valheim's 1.0 launch on September 9, RuneScape: Dragonwilds reaching 1.0 on September 15, Endless Legend 2 launching on September 17, and Dune: Awakening adding a single-player mode on September 22. The games calendar highlights new releases and events throughout the month.
PC Gamer will host the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct 2026 on September 20 at 9:00 a.m. PT / 12:00 p.m. ET, as part of the Tokyo Game Show 2026. The 90-minute showcase will feature over 35 games, including Stronghold 4 from Firefly Studios and titles from Devolver Digital. The event will include exclusive trailers, breaking news, developer interviews, and world premieres. The live stream will be available on YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, Facebook, and Steam.
Future, the publisher behind PC Gamer, will host three showcases at Gamescom in August: "Future Games Show at Gamescom" and "FGS Live From Gamescom" on August 26, and "FGS Best Of Gamescom" on August 30. The events will feature world premieres, exclusive trailers, developer insights, and new game demos. Additionally, the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct is set for September 20, coinciding with the Tokyo Game Show.
The Chaos Spreads challenge was launched yesterday, allowing players to team up with friends in Chaos Cubed: The Game Show by Blockception. Participants are encouraged to take screenshots of their group, which may be featured in a community wallpaper called the chaos collage. This wallpaper can be used on digital devices or printed for physical display.
A new free game called Jackpost Crash Course has been released on Steam, achieving a 100% user review score. Developed by Studio Investigrave, RachelDrawsThis, Ekrik, and Bell Kalengar, it is a visual novel set in a dark game show featuring criminals who gamble for a chance at redemption. The game has received nearly 150 user reviews praising its characters, artwork, and soundtrack. While the length of the game is unclear, it is noted that this is only the first chapter, with more episodes planned. Jackpost Crash Course is available on both Steam and Itch.io.
Line Games will participate in the '2026 PlayX4' game show at KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi-do, from May 21 to May 24. They will showcase four new PC titles: Ember and Blade, QUIET, Come to my party!, and CODE EXIT. The booth will feature high-performance gaming laptops and peripherals provided by Lenovo Legion. Visitors can receive souvenirs, including exclusive merchandise and products from PRETTYSKIN and I'm donut. Line Games aims to gather user feedback to refine their titles.