Tokyo Game Show Archives

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October 21, 2025

Russia’s representative Android application (app) and game store “RuStore” has been officially opene..

RuStore, Russia's leading Android application and game store, has opened to Korean developers. Launched by VK Company Limited in 2022, it has 60 million monthly active users and is installed on over 100 million devices. The platform has over 80,000 registered apps, with half from international developers, and is particularly popular for mobile games from Asia. RuStore provides tools for app development and marketing support. It has signed a memorandum of understanding with Korea's NSPEC to help the shooting game "Worldon" enter the Russian market and enhance global game distribution collaboration.

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October 11, 2025

Another Shadow Drop?! SNK Surprise Releases Kizuna Encounter: Super Tag Battle at Evo France

On September 27, SNK unveiled the Neo Geo Premium Selection at the Tokyo Game Show, introducing modern enhancements to classic titles. The first release under this initiative was Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers. At Evo France, SNK announced the second title, Kizuna Encounter: Super Tag Battle, which is now available on Steam. Kizuna Encounter: Super Tag Battle features a roster of ten characters, allowing players to form teams of two and includes unique tagging mechanics. The game supports rollback netcode, 9-player multiplayer lobbies, tournament and spectator modes, a practice mode with speed selectors and a hitbox viewer, a jukebox for the soundtrack, and achievements. Kizuna Encounter: Super Tag Battle is available for purchase on Steam for .99.

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October 2, 2025

Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles director is a big PC gamer, and says he was ‘very particular’ about making sure they got the new UI just right

The remaster of The Ivalice Chronicles received a 91% review score and is now available on PC. Square Enix faced challenges in reviving the game due to the lack of the original source code. Director Kazutoyo Maehiro emphasized the importance of user comfort and optimizing the interface for PC players, while producer Shoichi Matsuzawa noted the scrutiny of minor details like scrolling speed. The game is compatible with the Steam Deck but is rated "Playable" instead of "Verified" due to text size issues. The script for Final Fantasy Tactics was updated to include new voice acting while maintaining its political commentary.

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September 30, 2025

The 7 Most Exciting Upcoming PC Games That Should Be On Your Radar

Turnbound combines inventory management and autobattlers in PvP combat, featuring characters like Alice from Alice in Wonderland and Sun Wukong. Tanuki: Pon's Summer is a life sim and BMX racer where players deliver goods and enhance a local shrine. Raev: Kingdom on the Distant Shores allows players to manage a kingdom of anthropomorphic foxes, focusing on trade, diplomacy, and city-building. MotionRec is a 2D platformer that lets players record and replay movements to solve puzzles, set to launch in 2025. Mars Tactics is a turn-based strategy game with destructible environments and a narrative about workers uniting against capital. Outward 2 is an RPG and survival game sequel anticipated for summer 2026. Minos is a strategy game where players set traps for adventurers in a labyrinth, taking on the role of the minotaur.

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September 27, 2025

Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 gets Tokyo Game Show sign of life: ‘Since we called the first instalment Vol. 1, it’s only natural to expect a second one’

Noriaki Okamura, the producer of the Metal Gear Solid series, provided an update on the second volume of the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection during a panel at the Tokyo Game Show. He acknowledged the long wait for the sequel and confirmed that it is in development. The first volume has been well-received, especially on PC, while emulation challenges have been noted for PlayStation. Metal Gear Solid 4 is expected to be included in Vol. 2, along with hopes for MGS Peace Walker, which has favorable emulation prospects. The team’s experience with MGS2 and MGS3 ports is seen as beneficial for tackling Peace Walker. There are discussions about including MGS5, referenced in datamined files from Vol. 1. Konami is considering whether to broadly interpret the "Metal Gear" legacy or stick to the "Metal Gear Solid" canon, with potential candidates for Vol. 2 including Metal Gear Solid: Ghost Babel, Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops, Metal Gear Ac!d 1 and 2, and Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance.

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September 27, 2025

Minecraft 1.21.9 RC: Players can test latest bug fixes ahead of full release

Mojang has released the first release candidate for Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.9, which may be the final version before the official update. This release candidate addresses several bugs, including issues with monster spawning and a visual glitch with conduit textures. Players can access the release candidate through the Minecraft Launcher by enabling snapshots, but are advised to back up their data due to potential world corruption. The cross-platform server jar is also available for multiplayer testing. Players are encouraged to report bugs and provide feedback.

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September 26, 2025

How to watch PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct — PC Gamer’s digital 2025 showcase

PC Gamer will debut its inaugural PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct on September 28, 2025, at 9 am PT, 12 noon ET, 5 pm BST (or September 29, 2025, at 1 am JST). The event will be hosted by Elle Osili Wood and Midas, featuring a showcase of several upcoming PC games. The show will be available on YouTube, Twitch, X, Facebook, GamesRadar+, Steam, and Bilibili. A total of 30 games will be featured, including confirmed titles like Huntsman, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, Killing Floor 3's latest updates, Morbid Metal, and Mars Tactics. Partners contributing to the showcase include Annapurna Interactive, Devolver Digital, Ubisoft, and others. The event coincides with the Tokyo Game Show 2025, which begins on September 25.

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September 26, 2025

Tiny Metal 2 is the third game in the turn-based strategy series, and it just so happens to be taking after my favorite Advance Wars

In 2001, Advance Wars was released, known for its balance of compactness and tactical depth, featuring a variety of units and a unique mechanic involving commanding officers' slow-charging heroic powers. Advance Wars: Dual Strike for the Nintendo DS expanded on this concept with a larger roster of units and powers, leading to unpredictable gameplay. An upcoming game in the Tiny Metal series, inspired by Dual Strike, is set to be released on Steam next year.

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September 26, 2025

Metal Gear Solid Delta’s multiplayer mode—the first properly new Metal Gear experience since 2018’s Survive—releases October 30

Konami's recent developments include the release of Silent Hill f, which received a score of 90 in the PC Gamer review, and the launch of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, praised for its visuals and homage to the franchise. At the Tokyo Game Show, Konami announced Metal Gear Solid: The Master Collection Vol. 2 and introduced a new multiplayer mode called Fox Hunt, set to launch on October 30. Fox Hunt allows players to manually select camouflage and includes a feature called Naked Sense for detecting nearby opponents and items. Concerns have been raised about the timing and content of Fox Hunt, given its limited modes and the proximity to Delta's release.

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September 26, 2025

Petit Planet: All the key details on HoYo’s Animal Crossing-like life sim

HoYoverse has announced a new life simulation game called Petit Planet, which allows players to create and nurture their own celestial environment, similar to Animal Crossing. Players will engage in daily activities like gardening, crafting, and decorating while building friendships with neighbors. The game was previously known as Astaweave, and the name change has been noted by fans. Players can sign up for a beta test by visiting the official website and completing a questionnaire, although no specific beta launch date has been provided. The first trailer for Petit Planet was released at the 2025 Tokyo Game Show, showcasing elements like woodland creatures and social interactions. The game features characters such as Yunguo, Isaki, Medowlyn, and Frostia, each contributing to the game's depth. Activities in Petit Planet will include planting, fishing, mining, cooking, crafting, and exploring new locations through a "Starsea Voyage," as well as interacting in a social hub called the "Galactic Bazaar."