Tokyo Game Show Archives

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September 28, 2026

Shadow the Hedgehog is supposed to be dead

Shadow the Hedgehog was introduced in Sonic Adventure 2 and was initially not intended to remain in the series. His popularity surprised the Sonic Team, as noted by Takashi Iizuka. Despite dying at the end of Sonic Adventure 2, Shadow's character continued to engage fans and led to collaborations, including a voice role by Keanu Reeves. Sonic Team has allowed fan creations, which raises questions about the franchise's trajectory had Shadow not survived. His continued presence has resulted in various crossovers, including competing in Olympic-level sports against characters like Bowser.

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September 21, 2026

First 5-day Tokyo Game Show in 30 years cuts back to 4 in face of Typhoon Dujuan

The Tokyo Game Show (TGS) has canceled its final day due to the impending arrival of Typhoon No. 25, concluding the event after four days instead of the planned five. Ticket holders for September 21 will receive refunds. The decision was made to prioritize the safety of attendees amid expected strong winds and heavy rainfall. Typhoon Dujuan is forecasted to bring nearly 16 inches of rain to the Kanto region, leading to numerous flight cancellations by Nippon Airways and service suspensions on several East Japan Railway lines.

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September 17, 2026

Astrae Oratio launches in 2027 for iOS and Android, followed by PC

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.

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September 15, 2026

Dungeons II Battle for Tokyo

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.

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September 14, 2026

Game Freak announces ‘laundry game’ Ame no Chi Hare Onna for iOS, Android

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.

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September 5, 2026

King’s Raid set to make its return to mobile as King’s Raid Re:verse

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.

AppWizard

September 5, 2026

September’s schedule of new games, events, and updates refuses to let 2026 go down in history as a slow year for new releases

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.

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September 2, 2026

PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct set for September 20

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.

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July 14, 2026

Future Games Show returns to Gamescom with 3 shows

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.

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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.