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Reviews
Death Stranding 2 Review: Leaps of Improvement, Kojima Delivers
Hideo Kojima is a creator with whom many gamers have had a somewhat complex relationship, one that I, too, share. His works created and defined its own genre, and continued to be the master of that domain for many years to come. His finest works...
Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade Review – An Anime Rougelite for a Simple Adventure
When a game format or formula is explosively successful, there are bound to be a lot of copycats. We’ve seen this happen with MOBAs, Auto Chess, Dark Souls, and rougelites. Many of them maybe get close but do not really deliver, some of them get...
Latest News
STARBITES Lands on Consoles and PC Early 2026
NIS America is excited to announce that they are partnering with IKINAGAMES Co., Ltd. to publish a brand-new RPG, STARBITES, coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam early 2026. ...
Wolcen Studio Reveals Dark Fantasy ARPG Gods, Death & Reapers
Wolcen Studio unveiled Project Pantheon as Gods, Death & Reapers at the Future Game Show during gamescom 2025. Currently in development for PC, Gods, Death & Reapers blends high-stakes Extraction gameplay with deep Hack-and-Slash mechanics....
MU Online Unveils Kardamahal Underground Temple Along with New Content
WEBZEN is excited to announce the latest update for its iconic PC MMORPG, MU Online, introducing a brand-new hunting ground, along with a host of exciting events and enhancements. New Hunting Ground – Kardamahal Underground Temple Deep...
Monster Hunter Wilds Summons Final Fantasy XIV Online Collab
Gamescom Opening Night Live also saw worlds collide, as Monster Hunter Wilds producer Ryozo Tsujimoto and Naoki Yoshida, director and producer of FINAL FANTASY XIV Online, shared the stage to reveal a major mutual collaboration between the popular...
Wargaming Announces World of Tanks: HEAT
Wargaming is proud to reveal World of Tanks: HEAT — a new standalone free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter set in an alternate post-WWII era, where players command hero-enhanced tanks in fast-paced 10v10 battles.Wargaming, the award-winning online...
PAC-MAN Feeds His Need for Speed in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
SEGA is thrilled to announce that PAC-MAN is featured in Wave 3 of the Season Pass included in the Digital Deluxe Edition of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, which releases on September 25, 2025, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series...
Features
PGDX 2025 and the Indie Games I Loved
Having visited the Philippine Game Dev Expo 2025, I’ve come to notice how the offerings from the pool of indie developers have not only expanded but also greatly improved in what they have. To the point that there were some publishers out there...
Catching Up on Goddess of Victory: Nikke at Toycon 2025
We dropped by the Goddess of Victory: Nikke booth at Toycon 2025 to check up on the community. Many would know that Toycon is one of the biggest collectible conventions in the country, and in some cases, many consider it a haven for anything pop...
Futuristic and Brutalist Filipino Cyberpunk Story: Interview with MAHARLIKA Komiks Creators
MAHARLIKA, a sci-fi story set in the futuristic Philippines just launched its Volume 2 Collection last April 27, 2025, at the Manila Middle Ground, John Ray (the artist behind MAHARLIKA) sets inspired by the brutalist artform that what has been an...
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 – An Arcade in a Time Capsule
There was an age back then when a group of gamers would regularly hang out in gaming arcades. Not the types where you see 3D Virtual Rides, Karaokes, or basketball shooters that reward you with tickets, no. Just ones that are full of gaming...
Gaming

STARBITES Lands on Consoles and PC Early 2026
NIS America is excited to announce that they are partnering with IKINAGAMES Co., Ltd. to publish a brand-new RPG, STARBITES, coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam early 2026. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GpBDM3h3O0 ...

Wolcen Studio Reveals Dark Fantasy ARPG Gods, Death & Reapers
Wolcen Studio unveiled Project Pantheon as Gods, Death & Reapers at the Future Game Show during gamescom 2025. Currently in development for PC, Gods, Death & Reapers blends high-stakes Extraction gameplay with deep Hack-and-Slash mechanics....

Monster Hunter Wilds Summons Final Fantasy XIV Online Collab
Gamescom Opening Night Live also saw worlds collide, as Monster Hunter Wilds producer Ryozo Tsujimoto and Naoki Yoshida, director and producer of FINAL FANTASY XIV Online, shared the stage to reveal a major mutual collaboration between the popular role-playing games....

PAC-MAN Feeds His Need for Speed in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
SEGA is thrilled to announce that PAC-MAN is featured in Wave 3 of the Season Pass included in the Digital Deluxe Edition of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, which releases on September 25, 2025, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch,...
MMO

MU Online Unveils Kardamahal Underground Temple Along with New Content
WEBZEN is excited to announce the latest update for its iconic PC MMORPG, MU Online, introducing a brand-new hunting ground, along with a host of exciting events and enhancements. New Hunting...

Wargaming Announces World of Tanks: HEAT
Wargaming is proud to reveal World of Tanks: HEAT — a new standalone free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter set in an alternate post-WWII era, where players command hero-enhanced tanks in fast-paced...

Final Fantasy XIV Online x Monster Hunter Wilds Collaboration Announced
SQUARE ENIX and Capcom unveiled the first details of crossover content between both FINAL FANTASY XIV Online and Monster Hunter Wilds during Opening Night Live at Gamescom 2025 in Cologne, Germany....

Philippines Gets its Own Game Server for VALORANT
Riot Games has announced that its sixth game server for VALORANT in the Asia Pacific region is slated to launch in Manila. Set to go live with Patch 11.04 on August 20 at 5:00 AM (PHT), the Manila...
Mobile

Identity V x Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Crossover Now Available
Identity V launches a Crossover Event with the popular anime Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. This limited-time collaboration will run until September 7 and feature exclusive Costumes, Events, Furniture, and Maps inspired by the moving anime, allowing players to immerse...

Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.5 Before Their Deaths Arrives Next Week
HoYoverse announced that Honkai: Star Rail's new Version 3.5 "Before Their Deaths" will go live on August 13. This update officially kicks off the second half of the Amphoreus story. Trailblazers will encounter new companions, confront fresh enemies and events, and...

Honor of Kings Gets a Detective Conan Collaboration to Close the Case
Honor of Kings is joining forces with the Detective Conan TV Series characters in this exciting new collaboration. Starting today through August 31, this partnership features the iconic Detective Conan Edogawa and his arch-nemesis Kid the Phantom Thief, taking players...

MU Online Introduces the New Alchemist Class
Webzen is pleased to announce the release of a brand-new character, the Alchemist, in its long-running classic PC MMORPG, MU Online. The latest update introduces the Alchemist, a new magic-type class that utilizes the art of alchemy to manipulate matter and unleash...
Esports & Events
Geek+Pop Philippine International Collectibles and Card Show is happening this Weekend
Geek+Pop brings you its biggest celebration of trading cards, tabletop games, and pop culture collectibles. Welcome to Geek+Pop: Philippine International Collectibles and Card Show (PICCS), a weekend-long festival where collectors, competitors, and casual fans come...
ASUS Republic of Gamers is an Official Partner of Counter-Strike 2 BLAST Premier 2025 Season
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) announced that the brand has become the official monitor, PC, laptop, and peripheral partner for the remainder of the BLAST Premier 2025 Counter-Strike 2 tournament series. With this partnership, ROG will be providing high-performance...
Dexcon Peksman Promises an Awesome Pro Wrestling Weekend
Dexcon returns with Dexcon Peksman, a three-day event spanning from August 22 to August 24! Get ready for a packed wrestling weekend starting with Baka Gaijin + Friends MNL at the Social House in Circuit Makati on August 22. The Meet and Greet will be at the Attack...
Hobby Stadium Hosts a Send-Off Party for its Team to the Pokémon World Championship
Hobby Stadium hosted a successful public send-off event this afternoon for its contingent of players heading to the 2025 Pokémon World Championships in Anaheim, California. The event celebrated the ten decorated competitors from Team Hobby Stadium, who impressively...
PP Invasion Bags the Big Award at PGDX 2025’s Indie Game Stars Awards
The spotlight shines bright on the indie game development scene at PGDX 2025, as PP Invasion was officially crowned the People’s Choice Award winner under Indie Game Stars (IGS). Garnering the highest number of public votes during the 3-day showcase, the game earned a...
PGDX 2025 and the Indie Games I Loved
Having visited the Philippine Game Dev Expo 2025, I’ve come to notice how the offerings from the pool of indie developers have not only expanded but also greatly improved in what they have. To the point that there were some publishers out there quite interested in...
Mechas & Figures
MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM BATTLE OPERATION 2 begins 7th Anniversary Festival
Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia is pleased to announce that MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM BATTLE OPERATION 2 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 launches the 7th Anniversary celebration event. A range of special campaigns are to be unveiled, including the introduction of...
Arcade Archives Super Dimension Fortress MACROSS II Releasing Next Week
HAMSTER announces the digital release of Arcade Archives Super Dimension Fortress MACROSS II for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 on July 10, 2025 The arcade game “Super Dimension Fortress MACROSS II” is a shooter released by BANPRESTO (Bandai Namco...
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny Remastered is Available Now
Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia announced that Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny Remastered is now available on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. Featuring over 100 participating mobile suits, including those from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED-related works, fans and...
Mecha Fridays: Upcoming Armored Core Model Kits
Two brands will be releasing a set of Armored Core model kits and it's a win-win for the AC fans. This week's Mecha Fridays is about the upcoming Armored Core model kits from Kotobukiya, Square Enix and Bandai Spirits, which some are expected to release next month...
Tech & Gadgets

The Sleek and Lightweight HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 2025 Model will be Arriving Soon in the Philippines
In a world that moves fast and demands more, HUAWEI introduces its latest tablet innovation to help take ambitions to greater heights, the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2025). This powerful, portable partner is built to match users’ pace and help them achieve their goals with...

Celebrating World Photography Day with Kingston Technology
Every year on August 19, World Photography Day brings together a global community united by a shared passion for capturing life’s most powerful moments—whether through professional cameras or everyday smartphones. Photography transcends borders, telling stories that...

ASUS Republic of Gamers is an Official Partner of Counter-Strike 2 BLAST Premier 2025 Season
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) announced that the brand has become the official monitor, PC, laptop, and peripheral partner for the remainder of the BLAST Premier 2025 Counter-Strike 2 tournament series. With this partnership, ROG will be providing high-performance...

AOC Days 2025 Celebrates the No. 1 Monitor Brand Milestone
AOC proudly announces the return of AOC Days 2025, its landmark promotional event designed to energize the Asia-Pacific region with dynamic brand engagement and compelling value. From August 1 to September 30, AOC Days will power up every day experiences with curated...
Geek

Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Releasing Next Year
Warner Bros. Games, TT Games, DC, and the LEGO Group today announced LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, a brand-new action-adventure videogame inviting players to embark on an epic journey to become the hero of Gotham City, inspired by the 86-year history of...

Geek+Pop Philippine International Collectibles and Card Show is happening this Weekend
Geek+Pop brings you its biggest celebration of trading cards, tabletop games, and pop culture collectibles. Welcome to Geek+Pop: Philippine International Collectibles and Card Show (PICCS), a weekend-long festival where collectors, competitors, and casual fans come...

Dexcon Peksman Promises an Awesome Pro Wrestling Weekend
Dexcon returns with Dexcon Peksman, a three-day event spanning from August 22 to August 24! Get ready for a packed wrestling weekend starting with Baka Gaijin + Friends MNL at the Social House in Circuit Makati on August 22. The Meet and Greet will be at the Attack...

K-pop Sensation aespa and Virtual Artist naevis Collide with Street Fighter 6 for a Collaboration
A special collaboration costume for Juri, “Juri: Outfit 4 feat. aespa (Color 1–10),” will be available for a limited time in the in-game shop! On the same day, virtual artist naevis will also make her debut as a new color commentator in the game’s Real-Time Commentary...