Furukawa stated the price increase wasn’t caused by a single issue, but by a combination of recent market changes. He assured that this decision won’t affect the company’s overall strategy for its video game business.
Aoni Productions announced with sadness that actress Wakana Yamazaki passed away on April 18, 2026, at the age of 61. She had been receiving medical care for an illness for some time, but unfortunately did not recover. The agency expressed gratitude for the support she received during her life and stated that a private wake and funeral were held with family, respecting the family’s wishes. Yamazaki had a long and successful career in anime, including her well-known role in One Piece.
Clover Bite, the team behind the challenging action RPG GRIME, is launching a new game called Chef Knight on June 1st for PC via Steam. While you’ll still battle monsters, Chef Knight offers a more relaxed and charming experience than GRIME, set in a cozy fantasy world with beautiful hand-drawn art. The unique twist? You’ll use the creatures you defeat as ingredients to create new dishes – it’s the *Delicious in Dungeonstyle game many of us have been waiting for!
This weekend is your final opportunity to enjoy these games and movies with your membership. After that, you’ll have to pay to rent or buy them. Here’s a list of what’s leaving soon:
Animation has reached new heights this year, with several series truly shining. We’ve highlighted five anime – three from the Winter 2026 season and two from Spring 2026 – that are particularly impressive, ranking them based on how good their animation looks.
This collection of Dr. Squatch soaps celebrates beloved characters like Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie. Each bar is made with Dr. Squatch’s natural formula, combining real ingredients with a touch of childhood nostalgia. Best of all, the soaps smell fresh and outdoorsy – not like plastic!
As a huge fan of sprawling, epic stories, I’ve noticed a few series that almost hit that mark. These five shows had so much potential – tons of ambition, whether it was just a great idea on paper or they actually started strong – but somewhere along the way, things got messy and they just didn’t quite live up to what they could have been. It’s a real shame, honestly!
Ravensburger is expanding the popular Disney Villainous game with a new edition called Disney Villainous: Darkness Brewing. This set introduces the Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus as playable characters, alongside returning villains like Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty), the Evil Queen (Snow White), and Ursula (The Little Mermaid). The Sanderson Sisters will play as one combined villain. You can now pre-order the game at Target.
KAYOU just gave fans a first look at a new way to collect items from KPop Demon Hunters. They’re releasing two versions of collectible packs: the Energy Edition ($4.99 per pack, 8 cards) and the Classic Edition ($1.99 per pack, 5 cards). Both editions are available in boxes of 5 or 10 packs. The Energy Edition has 11 different levels of rarity, including some very rare, numbered cards for dedicated collectors. The Classic Edition has 8 rarities and is great for casual fans who enjoy collecting and trading. KAYOU plans to release more sets in the future, including limited editions, smaller cards, and other collectibles, along with special events for fans. You can see pictures of the card packs and artwork below.
Things are about to drastically change for Batman. A new take on the DC Universe, called the Absolute Universe, has flipped the script on the Robins – once his trusted allies, they’re now his biggest enemies’ key soldiers. Issue #20 of Absolute Batman kicked off a major conflict with all five Absolute Robins, and it’s shaping up to be one of Batman’s most challenging battles yet – a battle he’s likely to lose. The Robins are poised to defeat Batman, at least initially, because he’s currently not at his peak.