The Bandai Namco Summer Showcase is set to bring in the summer heat with news on 12 highly-anticipated titles, hot off the press! Read on for more info and everything announced during the event.
Everything Announced at the Bandai Namco Summer Showcase 2025
My Hero Academia All’s Justice Will Smash Its Way to PC and Consoles Soon
My Hero Academia All’s Justice received a Plus Ultra unveiling during Bandai Namco’s Summer Showcase 2025. This new title sees all of Class 1-A make their console debut in the series. New to the series is the Rising System that appears to let heroes tap into their full potential. They also emphasized that the game will make use of a battle system that is accessible to both hardcore and casual players.
Producer Aoba Miyazaki confirmed that the game will focus on the Final War Arc, which sees multiple battles between heroes and villains happening simultaneously all around the world.
A specific release date was not announced, but the game is heading to PC (via Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S!
Digimon Story Time Stranger Will Feature Over 450 Digimon
Bandai Namco has revealed new gameplay footage and cutscenes for Digimon Story: Time Stranger, a turn-based monster-taming RPG set in modern-day Tokyo. The game will feature over 450 Digimon and centers around paranormal investigations and the growing bond between humans and Digimon.
Players assume the role of an agent from ADAMAS, a secret organization tasked with investigating and resolving supernatural events following a mysterious explosion. The protagonist—selectable as either male or female—begins their journey in Shinjuku, where a sealed-off area marks the beginning of a deeper mystery and the first encounter with their Digimon partner.
The story unfolds across both real-world locations like Shinjuku and Akihabara, and diverse areas of the Digital World including Central Town, Gear Forest, and the Abyss Area. Each environment introduces new Digimon, each with distinct personalities and storylines.
Combat builds upon the familiar turn-based system seen in previous titles, featuring elemental damage, attribute matchups, and monster-taming mechanics. The game includes seven attributes—Vaccine, Virus, Data, Free, and Variable types—and eleven elemental types such as Fire, Water, and Plant. A new Trait
system adds deeper layers to battle strategy, rewarding players who match the right elements and attributes for maximum damage.
Customization plays a key role, with every Digimon possessing unique special skills. Players can equip interchangeable attachment skills and utilize the newly introduced Cross Arts system, which allows synchronized attacks by linking the agent’s Digivice with their Digimon. This feature enables support moves and follow-up attacks that emphasize the bond between human and Digimon. Evolution remains non-linear, offering multiple branching paths for each Digimon.
As players complete missions, they earn Agent Points that unlock new abilities for use both in and out of combat. Central Town serves as the main hub where players can accept missions, explore shops, and interact with a variety of Digimon. Boss battles will include unique mechanics—such as Parrotmon’s lightning strikes, which damage players but heal the boss—adding another layer of challenge and variety.
Team management is accessible via the in-game menu, where players can customize their party, evolve Digimon once requirements are met, and strengthen their lineup for the challenges ahead.
Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Features New Dragon Ball Daima DLC Part 1 Coming on July 17
Dragon Ball Z Kakarot will feature a new DLC based on Dragon Ball Daima. Part 1 of the "Adventure through the Demon Realm" expansion will focus on Goku and his friends’ journey in the Third Demon World. New support characters include Glorio, Panzy, and the Supreme Kai, and a new set of enemies introduces challenges for players to strategize and conquer.
Scattered around the area are treasure chests that aid players in their exploration and battles. There are also "Demon Realm Rumors" that provide more information about the secrets and mysteries of the new world. Players can also get to learn a side of Panzy that was never shown in the anime.
Meanwhile, fishing, hunting, and other familiar activities return, expanding the immersion of players in the Third Demon World. Dragon Ball Z Kakarot’s Dragon Ball Daima DLC is set to release on July 17 on all available platforms. A new Daima edition of the game will also be available, which includes the base game and the upcoming Daima DLC.
Tekken 8 Shows Behind-the-Scenes Info About Season 2 DLC Character Fahkumram
Tekken 8 producer Michael Murray revealed some behind-the-scenes information about the upcoming DLC Character, Fahkrumram. The Muay Thai powerhouse was given a new gameplay trailer that showcased his lightning-charged attacks.
Murray’s breakdown touched upon the character’s inspiration and the development team’s process in translating his fighting style to Tekken 8’s mechanics. Fahkumram is set for early access on July 7th, with his general release being July 10th. More details about Fahkumram will be revealed in a special livestream scheduled the day before his early access release—on July 6, 8:00 P.M. PT.
Get the latest information on Tekken 8 in our article below!
Shadow Labyrinth Explores Pac-Man’s Dark Side on July 18
Shadow Labyrinth explores an all-new side of the original arcade game Pac-Man, but with a dark twist. With Pac-Man’s 45th anniversary this year, Shadow Labyrinth sheds a new light on the classic yellow puck. Players take the role of Swordsman No. 8 as he wakes up on a strange planet, full of old war relics, because of a floating yellow orb called PUCK, which now chooses him to do its bidding.
The game serves as a direct sequel to Amazon Prime Video’s Secret Level Pac-Man episode and occurs in an interconnected universe that canonically connects some classic arcade games. It highlights all things related to Pac-Man’s arcade games, albeit in a darker and twisted rendition. The developers showcased the game’s features, including a loadout system, G-HOST boss fights, a Gaia meter, a stun meter, and more.
Players can customize their character by equipping Perks that give them different abilities to improve their combat and traversal. Moreover, just like the original arcade game, Shadow Labyrinth provides a Power Pellet that allows players to transform into a stronger form to take on powerful enemies in a short period.
Shadow Labyrinth is set to release on July 18 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
The Blood of Dawnwalker is Available to Wishlist Now
Rebel Wolves has released new gameplay footage for The Blood of Dawnwalker, an upcoming dark fantasy open-world RPG set in a richly detailed medieval European setting, where vampires are beginning to emerge from the shadows.
Players take on the role of Coen, a Dawnwalker—a cursed warrior who lives as a human by day and transforms into a vampire at night. Given 30 days and nights, Coen must choose between saving his family or pursuing vengeance against his creator. The game features an open mission structure, allowing players to engage with quests without a strict separation between main and side content.
Coen's dual nature directly affects both gameplay and story. His abilities shift based on the time of day, with vampiric powers offering advantages at night—though they come with a cost. Players will need to manage feeding mechanics that can result in Coen losing control.
The Blood of Dawnwalker is available to wishlist now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Little Nightmares III is Launching on October 10 with a Demo Coming to San Diego Comic-Con
Little Nightmares III is officially launching on October 10, 2025 — and fans attending San Diego Comic-Con will get a first taste with a playable demo debuting at the event! The stream revealed a sneak peek gameplay trailer, following the eerie journey of Low and Alone—two friends trying to escape from Nowhere by traveling through its many twisted and surreal realms.
Little Nightmares III is now available to pre-order on PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 1 and Nintendo Switch 2 will be available at a later date. A Deluxe Edition will also be available, featuring an Expansion Pass with two additional chapters—Secrets of the Spiral—and the exclusive Ferryman Costume Set.
Digital pre-orders include the Dark Six Costume Set and the Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition as bonus content.
Code Vein II is Available to Wishlist Now on PC and Consoles
Code Vein II is officially coming in 2026! You can wishlist it now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. In Code Vein II, players take on the role of a Revenant Hunter, journeying back in time alongside a mysterious time-traveler named Lou to rewrite a doomed fate. The developers have confirmed the return of beloved features like Drain Attacks, the Partner System, and the customizable Blood Code.
Set in a dying future where both humanity and Revenants cling to survival, the world teeters on the brink of collapse. A new threat emerges — the Luna Rapacis, a terrifying force that twists Revenants into monstrous beings known as Horrors.
Patapon 1+2 Replay Pata-Pata-Pata-Pons to Its July 11 Release
More gameplay info about Patapon 1+2 Replay was shown ahead of its July 11 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. This bundled remaster of the original 2007 and 2011 games features a constant command display, a quality-of-life addition that keeps the drum combinations on-screen. Bandai Namco also added three selectable difficulty modes (Easy, Normal, and Hard).
The game now features a brand-new custom font that, unlike prior remasters, avoids stretching PSP text. It also includes refined UI layouts with scaled-down text bubbles and cleaner visuals. These additions, along with other quality-of-life enhancements not present in Sony's remasters, retain what made the originals cult classics.
For more on Patapon 1+2 Replay, check out our article below!
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree is Releasing this September 19, 2025
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree launches on September 19, 2025, and is available to pre-order now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Nintendo Switch.
They’re also hosting a giveaway on their official website, so don’t miss out!
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree is a stylish roguelite set in a mystical, oriental-inspired world filled with high-speed sword and staff combat. Players can choose two characters from a roster of eight unique warriors, each with their own abilities, to tackle procedurally generated dungeons.
Battle through multiple floors filled with enemies, grow stronger by collecting Graces—randomized buffs—and face off against powerful dungeon bosses.
The game takes place in a village that worships the sacred god Shinju, but peace is shattered when a dark force known as Magatsu threatens to consume the world. Towa, a child of the divine, rises to challenge it.
The village serves as your main hub, where you can rest, strengthen weapons and abilities, interact with NPCs, and unlock side stories. The first two playable characters revealed are the fiery Rekka and the graceful Nishiki.
Super Robot Wars Y Starts its Mission on August 28
Super Robot Wars Y is the ultimate dream mecha SRPG that features a huge lineup of mech anime, including Mobile Suit Gundam, Macross Delta, Code Geass, and much more. The tactical RPG allows players to assemble their mech squad and engage in various missions that require deep strategy on the battlefield. Each unit has its special animation, providing more visual immersion for the players.
The core experience of the game involves strategically investing training resources into mech units to help them succeed in battles. Beyond combat, Super Robot Wars Y creates an interesting world where iconic and fan-favorite characters from different anime series collide and interact with one another. Furthermore, a new assist feature called "Assist Link" highlights non-pilot characters that help players get an advantage on the battlefield.
Super Robot Wars Y is set to release on August 28 on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, and is now available for pre-order today. Pre-ordering the game will give players bonus rewards, which include three playable robots and bonus missions. The developers will also launch a website dedicated to introducing the anime featured in the game.
Everybody’s Golf Hot Shots Shows Off Pac-Man and Some Stages, Coming This September
Bandai Namco Summer Showcase 2025 swung into view, and Everybody’s Golf: Hot Shots stole a moment on the virtual green. As part of the publisher’s lineup, they showed more of Bandai Namco’s mascot, Pac-Man, who will be available as a pre-order bonus, complete with his classic sound effects and animations.
They also showed off some of the stages coming to the game. Eager players can get the game on PC (via Steam), PlayStation 5, and the Nintendo Switch on September 5, 2025. For the latest information about the game, you can visit our article below!
DEATH NOTE Killer Within New Roles Coming This Summer 2025
New roles are coming to DEATH NOTE Killer Within sometime this summer! Not much is known about the said roles, but if they are anything like the previous additions, they will be fresh ways to play and outwit both Team Kira and Team L.
The last major free update dropped in late May 2025. This introduced the role called "Kira's Spokesperson" for Team Kira, which has the ability to plant Kira’s Kingdom Cards on other players during the Action Phase. That update followed the March release of the Watari and NPA Chief roles, both part of L’s arsenal.
Everything We Know About Bandai Namco Summer Showcase 2025
Goes Live On July 2, 2025, 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 9 PM CEST
The Bandai Namco Summer Showcase is scheduled to premiere on July 2, 2025, 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 9 PM CEST on the official Bandai Namco Entertainment America YouTube channel and Twitch channel. It will be hosted by content creators Sydnee Goodman (@sydsogood) and Connor Colquhoun (@CDawgVA).
Check out the table below to check when the livestream will start in your region!
| Region | Local Release Time |
|---|---|
| United States (ET) | Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 3:00 p.m. |
| United States (PT) | Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 12:00 p.m. |
| United Kingdom | Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 8:00 p.m. |
| Central Europe | Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 9:00 p.m. |
| New Zealand | Thursday, July 3, 2025, 8:00 a.m. |
| Australian East Coast | Thursday, July 3, 2025, 5:00 a.m. |
| Australian West Coast | Thursday, July 3, 2025, 3:00 a.m. |
| Japan | Thursday, July 3, 2025, 4:00 a.m. |
| Philippines | Thursday, July 3, 2025, 3:00 a.m. |
| South Africa | Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 9:00 p.m. |
| Brazil | Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 4:00 p.m. |
| Universal Time (UTC) | Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 7:00 p.m. |
What To Expect In The Bandai Namco Summer Showcase 2025
As featured in the 32-second long trailer available on the official Bandai Namco Entertainment America YouTube channel, there will be a total of 12 games showcased during the livestream, namely:
⚫︎ MY HERO ACADEMIA
⚫︎ Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree
⚫︎ Digimon Story Time Stranger
⚫︎ CODE VEIN II
⚫︎ Death Note Killer Within
⚫︎ EVERYBODY'S GOLF Hot Shots
⚫︎ Little Nightmares III
⚫︎ PATAPON 1 + 2 Replay
⚫︎ Shadow Labyrinth
⚫︎ Super Robot Wars Y
⚫︎ TEKKEN 8
⚫︎ The Blood of Dawnwalker
While the official list of games to look out for in the livestream is out, fans are also speculating that there might be surprise reveals done during the showcase.
MY HERO ACADEMIA Is Getting A New Game
Popular shounen action anime MY HERO ACADEMIA (also known simply as MHA) is getting a new game during the showcase. There are a total of 7 MHA-themed video games since 2016, with the new reveal as the 8th title, following 2023’s free-to-play battle royale game My Hero Ultra Rumble. There are no concrete details as to what kind of game it will be, how the story will go, which platforms it will be available on, or which characters will be featured. Stay tuned for more information once the Summer Showcase rolls around!
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree Exclusive Trailer
Fantasy roguelite title Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree is unveiling an all-new exclusive trailer during the showcase. Set to launch on September 19th, 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch, it is looking to drum up more hype and attention in anticipation of its release.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger Gameplay Deep Dive
Digimon makes its way back into the video game sphere with its newest RPG title with monster-taming elements, Digimon Story: Time Stranger. For the Bandai Namco Summer Showcase, they will be going on a deep dive into the gameplay, so that players will be ready to go on their epic journey through both the human world and the Digital World once the game releases on October 3, 2025.
