A new Form-ism figure of Kaine from NieR Replicant will release in Japan on December 27, 2025. The figure costs 7,700 yen (or approximately $52,27), and it is now available for pre-order from the Square Enix online e-store.

Additionally, the European Square Enix online store has a listing for the figure for 69.99‎€ (~$81,78.) The European release date for the Form-ism Kaine figure is May 2026. And while there is currently no information on a North American release, we can expect to see an announcement in the near future.

The static figure is approximately 18cm tall (or about 7.09 inches). In the figure, Kaine is wearing her signature blue lacey dress, with her left arm and leg also covered in bandages. Additionally, Kaine carries her twin swords in each hand, prepared for battle in an elegant combat pose.

You can check out the new NieR Replicant Kaine Form-Ism figure here:

As a reminder, Square Enix recently revealed that the NieR Poster Collection will come out overseas sometime along 2026, alongside the FFVII Rebirth: Material Ultimania and the FFIX Picture Book.

The new NieR Replicant Form-Ism figure of Kaine costs 7,700 yen (~$52,27), it is now available for pre-order, and is set to release in Japan on December 27, 2025. NieR Replicant is available on PS4, Xbox One, and Windows PC.

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To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of The Great Ace Attorney, Sharp will release various home appliances featuring visuals and audio inspired by the two adventure games. These products include newly recorded voice lines by the original Japanese voice cast of the games.

In addition to new products, Customers who already own appliances compatible with COCORO VOICE can pick up the new releases. COCORO VOICE uses the character voice packs, which will also be available as separate purchases.

The first appliance in this collaboration is an air purifier available in two different versions, each featuring a different main visual from The Great Ace Attorney. It costs 121,000 yen (or about $826,42). The second and last is an electric cooking pot featuring a new visual displaying protagonists Ryunosuke Naruhodo, Susato Mikotoba, Kazuma Asogi, Herlock Sholmes, and Iris Wilson with cooking utensils. The pot costs 71,500 yen (~$488,51). The pre-orders for both Sharp x The Great Ace Attorney collaboration appliances are available in Japan between July 9 and September 30, 2025.

You can check out the new The Great Ace Attorney products here:

The first title in The Great Ace Attorney series released in Japan on July 9, 2015 exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS. Capcom teased at the end of 2024 a campaign to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the adventure game series.

The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles is available on the PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows PC.

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With the release of the new ToHeart remake, two new DLC routes will be added to the game next week on July 3, 2025. Additionally, the requirements for specific character routes have also been detailed.

With the ToHeart remake being based off of the PlayStation version of the game, the Ayaka Kurusugawa and Rio Hinayama routes included in that version are also available in this new release. In order to access Rio's route, players first need to complete Akari's scenario. Meanwhile, for Ayaka’s route, players need to complete Serika’s and Aoi's routes. Additionally, as this remake uses 3D character models and environments, a character model viewer mode is also available and can be unlocked after beating the main story of the game.

We know some of the details about the ToHeart DLC ahead of its debut. It will include two new routes focused on characters Masashi Sato and Serio, Multi’s younger sister. The price of the DLC will be 550 yen (~$3.80).

The remake marks the first time that ToHeart will be released localized in English, and this version will also be localized in Chinese. The remake was originally announced in July 2024. Hololive Vtubers Fuwawa and Mococo Abyssgard (Fuwamoco) performed a cover of its theme song, "Feeling Heart." You can see that below.

The ToHeart remake is now available for the Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam.

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Square Enix announced that a Final Fantasy XIV ear cuff earring modeled after the accessories that siblings Alisaie and Alphinaud wear in the game and expansions up through FFXIV Dawntrail is now available to pre-order in Japan. The ear cuff costs 39,600 yen (or about $272.40), and it is expected to release in Japan on January 31, 2026.

The release of this accessory is a collaboration between Square Enix and custom-made jewelry brand K.UNO. So far, the ear cuff is only available via the Japanese Square Enix online e-Store, and there is no indication so far that the accessory will appear overseas. The ear cuff is made of sterling silver, with the decorative crystal being white chalcedony. It can be worn on either the left or right ear.

You can check out the FFXIV Alisaie and Alphinaud ear cuff earrings here:

The Alisaie and Alphinaud siblings are popular characters in FFXIV and as such, the pair has seen other merchandise goods appear in the past, including two separate Dollfie Dream Sister dolls released back in August 12, 2024.

The Final Fantasy XIV Alisaie and Alphinaud ear cuff costs 39,600 yen (~$272,40) and is now available for pre-order from the Square Enix online e-Store. Final Fantasy XIV is available for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.

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In a recent interview with the development team of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles and some staff members of the original 1997 title, the director of the remaster, Kazutoyo Maehiro, said that the game has been in development since 2018. [Thanks, Famitsu!]

As part of the talk, the interviewer asked how did this upcoming definitive edition of Final Fantasy Tactics came to be, 28 years after the original game and 18 years after the War of the Lions PSP port. The project has been in the works since May 2018. Maehiro recalls how it all started with a Niconico Douga stream showcasing the original Final Fantasy Tactics, to celebrate the second part of the “Return to Ivalice” Alliance Raids.

During the second week of the streams, Maehiro recalls playing FFT for the first time in a while, accompanied by the original game’s Director Yasumi Matsuno, and FFXIV Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida. Maehiro thought that the game was really interesting, but because of its age there were elements, such as the UI, that hindered his experience. This led him to want to relaunch the game in a state that could be enjoyed by players nowadays. However, Maehiro wasn’t capable of putting his time into the Final Fantasy Tactics remaster until development of FFXVI came to an end.

Additionally, Director Kazutoyo Maehiro confirmed that Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles will not include the extra content added for the War of the Lions PSP port. The director said that the development team preferred to make a Final Fantasy Tactics that new players in 2025 could enjoy, and decided that basing it on the original release would be more appropriate.

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles will come to the Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC on September 30, 2025.

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Mister Donut announced that new donuts inspired by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will go on sale in Japan starting from early July 2025. Additionally, Mister Donut’s original donut flavors will feature packaging inspired by Disney characters and motifs.

The collaboration will be available in all Mister Donut stores in Japan, as well as via the misdo net order mobile app. So far, Mister Donut has only revealed the key art for the promotion, as well as the Mickey Mouse donut and its packaging. More information about the rest of the collaboration will appear in early July 2025 ahead.

The Mickey Mouse donut appears to be based on the classic logo and features two donut holes as the ears, both of which are covered in chocolate as well as the top part of the donut. Meanwhile, the bottom part is covered in some sort of red condiment, mimicking the red shorts that Mickey Mouse wears in his classic design.

You can check out the Mickey Mouse donut and Disney collaboration key art here:

The Mister Donut Disney collaboration will appear in all stores throughout Japan from early July 2025. More information will appear shortly before the start of the promotion.

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Square Enix announced the re-release in Japan of the FFVII Remake Static Arts figure of Cloud Strife. Pre-orders are open on the Japanese Square Enix online e-store, where it costs 19,580 yen (or approximately $135,82.) The release date is set for November 8, 2025.

Meanwhile, the figure is still available in the North American and European Square Enix online storefronts, where it costs $189.99/€169.99‎. The Static Arts figure depicts Cloud standing, while holding his Buster Sword on his right hand and resting on his shoulder. The pose slightly mirrors Cloud’s pose in his key art for the original Final Fantasy VII. The Buster Sword comes equipped with a green magic materia, and a purple independent materia.

You can check out the FFVII Remake Static Arts Cloud figure in more detail here:

As a reminder, the FFVII Rebirth version of the Static Arts figure released in late 2024 and it shows Cloud in a battle-ready pose. The original FFVII Remake figure was announced in June 2022 and released later in November 2023.

The Final Fantasy VII Remake Static Arts Cloud figure is now available for pre-order and will release in Japan on November 8, 2025. FFVII Remake and Rebirth are readily available on the PS5 and PC, with FFVII Remake heading to the Xbox Series X and Switch 2.

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Good Smile Company shared the winner for the Rainwear category of the Hatsune Miku Illustration Contest. The winner for each category will have their illustration turned into a figure, and will also receive a money prize of 2 million yen (or about $13.795.)

The winner for the Rainwear category was Japanese artist Saine (or @sainexxx on X.) At the time of writing, there is no information on when the figure will appear. This category is the sixth out of 12 in the contest, with the latest reveal marking the midway point for the competition. You can check out the Rainwear winning illustration in the Hatsune Miku Illustration Contest here:

The contest features various motifs and themes for Hatsune Miku and other Vocaloid and Piapro characters, such as Kaito or Kagamine Len, among others. The next three categories are still open for participants, with submissions being accepted until June 23, 2025. These are Vacation theme for Meiko, Cute Subculture for Hatsune Miku, and Animal theme for Kagamine Len.

Plenty of other Hatsune Miku Illustration contests have been held in the past, with some of the winners also being turned into figures. One of these figures include a design for Hatsune Miku dressed in an Autumn Trip costume, announced back in September 2024.

The Hatsune Miku Illustration Contest is currently undergoing, and the Rainwear category is the latest entry to reveal its winner.

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During Summer Game Fest 2025, Capcom revealed the new cast of characters coming to Street Fighter 6 for the Year 3 DLC. The upcoming new season will feature Sagat, C. Viper, Alex, and Ingrid.

C. Viper made her debut in Street Fighter 4 and hasn’t appeared since then. Sagat and Alex last appeared as DLC characters for Street Fighter 5. Meanwhile, Ingrid is an original character that first appeared in Capcom Fighting Evolution and made its first appearance in the Street Fighter series in Street Fighter Alpha 3 MAX for the PSP.

Here is the release window for each DLC character:

• Sagat - Summer 2025
• C. Viper - Autumn 2025
• Alex - Early Spring 2026
• Ingrid - Late Spring 2026

Additionally, the announcement trailer featured pro wrestler Kenny Omega cosplaying as each of the 4 characters. You can check out the reveal trailer for the Street Fighter 6 Year 3 DLC here:

Elena is the latest DLC character to release for Year 2, and she made her appearance in the game on June 5, 2025.

Street Fighter 6 is currently available for the PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Switch 2, and PC. Additionally, the Street Fighter 6: Years 1-2 Fighters Edition is now available for the same platforms including all the DLC content for the first two seasons of the game.

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Capcom officially revealed Resident Evil 9 as Resident Evil Requiem, a new game in the survival-horror series. The reveal trailer appeared during Summer Game Fest 2025, and it showcased new character Grace Ashcroft and the ruined remains of Raccoon City after the zombie outbreak. This came after an earlier teaser during the showcase featured Executive Producer Jun Takeuchi saying Capcom would need a little more time before being announced.

First, you can check out the reveal trailer for the new Resident Evil game here. A character named Grace is the first to appear and seems to be the new protagonist.

As a reminder, Capcom announced that a new Resident Evil mainline title was in development with Resident Evil 7 Director Koshi Nakanishi back at the helm. The announcement appeared during the Capcom Next Summer 2024 broadcast back in July 1, 2024 alongside other upcoming Capcom titles.

This is Capcom's second big June 2025 reveal. It also showed Pragmata again and set a 2026 launch window for it.

Resident Evil Requiem is currently in development and will come out on February 27, 2026 for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC via Steam. We'll learn more about the game over the coming weeks and months.

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Hibino Corporation opened pre-orders for the new smart toy replica of the Virtuous Contract sword used by protagonist 2B in NieR: Automata. The smart toy has functions that allow it to light up, it costs 89,100 yen (or approximately $621.07), and it will release in Japan in November 2025.

The Virtuous Contract sword replica is approximately 139cm long (or about 54.7 inches), and it is faithfully reproduced to 1:1 scale. The replica includes realistic wear and tear to simulate it seeing use in combat, with especial attention paid to the hilt and other metal parts in the handle.

The handle is made of the same braided cord as used in typical Japanese swords, as well as being based on the weapon's design in the game. Each unit will be engraved with a unique serial number. In addition to the light up functions, the smart toy includes some Japanese voice lines from NieR: Automata protagonist 2B.

You can check out the new NieR: Automata smart toy 2B sword replica in more detail here:

Back in August 2024, Hibino Corporation announced the line of NieR: Automata smart toys, which included the sword in addition to a remote-controlled Pod 042 toy. While it seems like the toy sword will soon make its debut in the market, the remote-controlled Pod 042 won’t be available until 2027.

The new NieR: Automata toy replica of the Virtuous Contract sword is now available for pre-order in Japan, and it will release on November 2025. Meanwhile, NieR: Automata is readily available for the PS4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch.

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As part of the latest June 2025 State of Play, Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is the long rumored remaster of the classic. The game is set to release on September 30, 2025.

The newly announced Final Fantasy Tactics remaster will include two version of the classic game. The Enhanced version includes multiple quality of life changes alongside full voice acting. Meanwhile, the Classic version is a faithful recreation of the original PlayStation title released on 1997. As shown in the trailer, Square Enix’s Creative Studio III is involved in the development of the remaster.

Here is the reveal trailer for the remaster:

The original Final Fantasy Tactics appeared in 1997 for the first PlayStation console, and it follows the story of Ramza Beoulve, a noble knight cadet who gets involved in a military conflict known as The Lion War. The game received a 2007 enhanced port released for the PSP under the title Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions.

As a reminder, the latest Square Enix classic tactic RPG game to receive an overhaul was Tactics Ogre Reborn, which released in November 11, 2022 for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles will come out on September 30, 2025 for PlayStation 5. Information on other release platforms for the game might appear in the future.

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Good Smile Company and miHoYo announced the release of a new Nendoroid figure of Dr Ratio from Honkai: Star Rail. The figure costs 349 yuan (or about $48.44), and it is expected to release first in China on December 2025. At the moment, there is no information regarding a release date for other regions, though past ones like Aventurine and March 7th appeared worldwide.

The Dr Ratio Nendoroid figure is approximately 100mm (or about 3,94 inches) tall and is articulated. The figure comes with three different faces plates, as is common with Nendoroids. These will be a standard smiling face, a thinking face, and a closed-eyes face plate. In addition to the faces, the figure comes with 4 other parts, including his signature Book of Truth, a rubber duck, a pistol, and a bathtub. The bathtub pose appears on a Light Cone in-game.

Furthermore, a special acrylic stand will be added with the Chinese release. It’s still unclear if the stand or a different bonus will be included once the global release of the figure is announced.

You can check out the figure in more detail, alongside its optional parts, here:

As a reminder, the Honkai: Star Rail Nendoroids figures of Robin and Sunday are expected to release on August 2025, and an Aventurine Nendoroid was recently announced and it will be coming out in Japan on February 2026 and in North America sometime in Q3 2026.

The Honkai: Star Rail Nendoroid figure of Dr Ratio costs 349 yuan (~$48.44) and will release in China on December 2025. Honkai: Star Rail is readily available for the PS5, PC, Android, and iOS devices.

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Square Enix shared some details about the process of designing the CG renders and models for Cait Sith in FFVII Rebirth. Despite having a brief cameo in Episode INTERmission on FFVII Remake Intergrade, the character made his full appearance in the second title of the remake trilogy.

The company explained that the final touch ups to the fur were very challenging when designing the full-body CG, but the team at Square Enix was satisfied with the soft-textured feel of Cait Sith for his model in FFVII Rebirth. For the close-up bust, the developers explored several pose ideas inspired by the image of playing with a plush or a stuffed animal toy, with movable legs and arms.

One of these ideas involved Cait Sith using both of his hands to imitate cat paws raised up to his ears and slightly tilting his face to create a sly expression. The aforementioned pose was shown on the third image in the post shared by the company, which you can check out in more detail below.

Square Enix has been sharing details about the CG renders and character models of various characters in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, with the most recent ones talking about the ninja Yuffie Kisaragi, and Barret Wallace.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is readily available worldwide on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam.

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The Final Fantasy XIV Mobile version is set to release in China in June 2025, offering a different take on the FFXIV experience. At the time of writing, Square Enix has yet to reveal when the global version of the MMORPG will release. [Thanks, GameSpark!]

An announcement video revealing the game’s release window appeared on the Chinese video site Bilibili on May 19, 2025. FFXIV Mobile will be an Android and iOS version of the popular MMORPG developed in collaboration with Tencent’s LightSpeed Studios, and Square Enix announced the new mobile adaptation on November 2024.

FFXIV Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida said of FFXIV Mobile that it will be a companion piece to FFXIV, aiming to recreate the original’s story and combat in a mobile format. On its original announcement, it was revealed that the game will include the content found on A Realm Reborn on launch, including the original nine jobs and five races found on the 2.0 release. As a reminder, a trailer for the game showcasing the mobile UI and the playable jobs appeared on December 2024.

Final Fantasy XIV Mobile will release in China on June 2025. More information on the exact date will appear in the future. Square Enix has yet to share information on the global release of FFXIV Mobile.

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