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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 01/10/2026

I Owe You an Apology, Ghost of Yotei, I Wasn’t Familiar With Your Game retconmagazine.com/i-owe-you-an-apo…

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 29/09/2026

Rebounder Is a Precision Platformer Pulled Straight Out of a Comic Book retconmagazine.com/rebounder-is-a-p…

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 29/09/2026

Rebounder Takes its Cues from Kaizo Mario Without Catering Solely to ‘Platformer Sickos’ (Interview) retconmagazine.com/rebounder-dev-in…

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 28/09/2026

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered: The Retcon Review retconmagazine.com/the-witcher-3-wi… If there's one thing I have to give CD Projekt Red credit for — aside from making some of

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 27/09/2026

Post Edited: Yeah, Attack on Titan 3 Is Great retconmagazine.com/yeah-attack-on-t…

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 22/09/2026

Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Was Easily One of the Best Games I Played at PAX West retconmagazine.com/castlevania-belm…

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 21/09/2026

Silent Hill: Townfall: The Retcon Review retconmagazine.com/silent-hill-town…

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 19/09/2026

Post Edited: Witch the Showdown Is Going to Be My GTA VI Palette Cleanser in November retconmagazine.com/witch-the-showdo…

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 19/09/2026

Post Edited: Dragon’s Dogma II: Dark Arisen Is Basically More Dragon’s Dogma, & That’s a Good Thing retconmagazine.com/dragons-dogma-ii…

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 10/09/2026

Marvel’s Wolverine: The Retcon Review retconmagazine.com/marvels-wolverin…

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 07/09/2026

Final Fantasy Resonance is extremely predictable so far, but that's also what makes it so comfy to play. Here are my demo impressions. Read more: retconmagazine.com/final-fantas...

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Final Fantasy Resonance Is Peak JRPG Comfort Food

Final Fantasy Resonance is extremely predictable so far, but that's also what makes it so comfy to play. Here are my demo impressions.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 01/09/2026

Metaphor: ReFantazio will get a second lease on life on the Switch 2 in November, and I can't wait to play it again. Read more: retconmagazine.com/i-cant-wait-...

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I Can't Wait to Replay Metaphor: ReFantazio on Switch 2

Metaphor: ReFantazio will get a second lease on life on the Switch 2 in November, and I can't wait to play it again.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 24/08/2026

In a surprise twist, Nicholas Hoult will no longer play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter. He's been replaced by Kit Harington. Read more: retconmagazine.com/never-mind-k...

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Never Mind, Kit Harington Is Playing Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter Instead

In a surprise twist, Nicholas Hoult will no longer play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter. He's been replaced by Kit Harington.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 24/08/2026

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse just got a new trailer showing off the English voice cast, including the return of Graham McTavish as Dracula. Read more: retconmagazine.com/castlevania-...

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Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Sees the Return of Dracula and Isaac's English Voice Actors

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse just got a new trailer showing off the English voice cast, including the return of Graham McTavish as Dracula.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 24/08/2026

CD Projekt Red has stated that they're looking to release The Witcher IV in 2028, though no other details have been revealed. Read more: retconmagazine.com/the-witcher-...

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The Witcher IV Has a Targeted 2028 Release Date

CD Projekt Red has stated that they're looking to release The Witcher IV in 2028, though no other details have been revealed.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 22/08/2026

HBO Max just dropped the first teaser trailer for The Pitt Season 3, and Santos and Whitaker are giving major buddy cop energy. Read more: retconmagazine.com/im-ready-to-...

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I'm Ready to Defend My Queen Santos Once Again in The Pitt Season 3

HBO Max just dropped the first teaser trailer for The Pitt Season 3, and Santos and Whitaker are giving major buddy cop energy.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 18/08/2026

We got a ton of Kingdom Hearts IV news this past weekend, including a release window, though part of me wonders if the series might be better served moving away from its Disney roots. Read more: retconmagazine.com/kingdom-hear...

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Kingdom Hearts IV Still Can't Let Go of Disney

We got a ton of Kingdom Hearts IV news this past weekend, including a release window, though part of me wonders if I've had enough Disney.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 12/08/2026

Uncompromising in its vision, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls still manages to give beginners the tools they need to succeed. Read the full review: retconmagazine.com/marvel-tokon...

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Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls: The Retcon Review

Uncompromising in its vision, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls still manages to give beginners the tools they need to succeed.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 12/08/2026

Nicholas Hoult has been tapped to play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter Season 2, which will start filming this fall. Read more: retconmagazine.com/nicholas-hou...

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Nicholas Hoult Will Play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter Season 2

Nicholas Hoult has been tapped to play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter Season 2, which will start filming this fall.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 06/08/2026

Rockstar has announced that an extended look at GTA VI will be premiering on Netflix at the end of the month. Read more: retconmagazine.com/the-gta-vi-e...

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The GTA VI Extended Look Will Be Netflix-Exclusive for 6 Hours

Rockstar has announced that an extended look at GTA VI will be premiering on Netflix at the end of the month.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 06/08/2026

FFXIV's Switch 2 port is pretty impressive, but more importantly, it's a fantastic way for me to get my dailies done. Switch 2 impressions: retconmagazine.com/ffxiv-on-swi... Video impressions: youtu.be/y5vGqzSIo78

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FFXIV on Switch 2 Will Get Me to Actually Do My Dailies Regularly Now

The Switch 2 port of FFXIV is a fantastic way to enjoy this game on the go, and to get your dailies done without being glued to your desk.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 04/08/2026

FFXIV has only been available on the Switch 2 for a few hours, and all hell has already broken loose. Let's clear some things up. Read more: retconmagazine.com/confused-abo...

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Confused About How FFXIV Works on Switch 2? Let's Clear Things Up

FFXIV has only been available on the Switch 2 for a few hours, and all hell has already broken loose. Let's clear some things up.

Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 04/08/2026

I had a chat with Yoshio Nishimura about Veritas Tales, his time at Vanillaware, and the importance of soul and humanmade art. Read the full interview: retconmagazine.com/from-vanilla...

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From Vanillaware to Veritas Tales: Yoshio Nishimura on Creating Without Compromise (Interview)

I had a chat with Yoshio Nishimura about Veritas Tales, his time at Vanillaware, and the importance of soul and humanmade art.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 04/08/2026

Koei Tecmo has confirmed Attack on Titan 3’s December release date, along with a new trailer. Read more: retconmagazine.com/attack-on-ti...

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Attack on Titan 3 Will Release on December 10

Koei Tecmo has just confirmed the December release date for Attack on Titan 3, along with a new trailer to go with it.

Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 31/07/2026

Final Fantasy X's Switch 2 port probably isn't worth your money, but damn is it still the best game in the mainline series. Full review: retconmagazine.com/final-fantas...

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Final Fantasy X: The Retcon Review

25 years later, Final Fantasy X continues to be a dream worth fighting for. Check out our review of the Switch 2 version here.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 29/07/2026

Shards of Order is a grimdark fantasy RPG with a story that reeled me in, and deck building combat that made me stay. Full review: retconmagazine.com/shards-of-or...

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Shards of Order: The Retcon Review

Shards of Order is a grimdark fantasy RPG with a story that reeled me in, and deck building combat that made me stay.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 28/07/2026

FFXIV will be coming to the Switch 2 in early August, but you'd best make sure you have enough space set aside for it. Read more: retconmagazine.com/the-switch-2...

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The Switch 2 Can't Even Handle FFXIV Right Now

FFXIV will be coming to the Switch 2 in early August, but you'd best make sure you have enough space set aside for it.

Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 27/07/2026

In this week's installment of Fieldnotes, I take a look at the Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy X, which continues to impress even after 25 years. Read more: retconmagazine.com/final-fantas...

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Final Fantasy X, AKA The Best Final Fantasy Game Ever [Fieldnotes]

In this week's installment of Fieldnotes, I take a look at the Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy X, which continues to impress even today.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 23/07/2026

I chatted with The Adventures of Elliot producer Naofumi Matsushita and talked about what defines a Team Asano game, Elliot's optimistic nature, HD-2D challenges, and more. Full interview: retconmagazine.com/the-adventur...

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The Adventures of Elliot Producer Talks Team Asano, Elliot's Can-Do Attitude, & More (Interview)

I chatted with The Adventures of Elliot producer Naofumi Matsushita and talked about what defines a Team Asano game, and more.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 22/07/2026

A new Persona 4 Revival trailer shows off the spunky Chie Satonaka in action, along with a snippet of Anne Yatco's voice performance. Read more: retconmagazine.com/chies-new-en...

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Chie's New English VA Is the Best Part of Persona 4 Revival So Far

A new Persona 4 Revival trailer shows off the spunky Chie Satonaka in action, along with a snippet of Anne Yatco's voice performance.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 16/07/2026

Square Enix dropped a new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance. It looks good, but something about the aesthetic just feels off to me. Read more: retconmagazine.com/new-final-fa...

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New Final Fantasy Resonance Trailer Boasts a "New Age of Pixel Art"

Square Enix dropped a new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance. It looks good, but something about the aesthetic just feels off to me.

Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 16/07/2026

Paralives is a new early access life sim game with a lot of potential, but it may be a while before that potential is realized. Read more: retconmagazine.com/paralives-is...

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Paralives Is Rough Around the Edges, But At Least It's Got Soul

Paralives is a new early access life sim game with a lot of potential, but it may be a while before that potential is realized.

Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 16/07/2026

FromSoftware has announced the signup dates for The Duskbloods’ closed network test, which will run in August. Read more: retconmagazine.com/the-duskbloo...

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The Duskbloods Closed Network Test Dated for August

FromSoftware has announced the signup dates for the closed network test for The Duskbloods, which will run in August.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 15/07/2026

Granblue Fantasy: Relink's Switch 2 port is stellar, despite the lower framerate and slight visual downgrade. Read more: retconmagazine.com/granblue-fan...

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Granblue Fantasy: Relink Runs Like a Dream on Switch 2

I've spent the last two weeks glued to my Switch 2, playing Granblue Fantasy: Relink. Yes, it's a very good port.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 11/07/2026

Atlus dropped a new trailer for Persona 4 Revival, showing off Yosuke Hanamura's scenes and new English voice actor Paul Castro Jr. Read more: retconmagazine.com/persona-4-re...

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Second Banana Yosuke Hanamura Gets Featured in New Persona 4 Revival Trailer

Atlus dropped a new trailer for Persona 4 Revival, showing off Yosuke Hanamura's scenes and new English voice actor.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 09/07/2026

I spoke with Ubisoft Singapore's Paul Fu and Justin Ng — the creative leads for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced — about the pitch process and the Singaporean impact on Assassin's Creed. Full story: retconmagazine.com/assassins-cr...

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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced & Ubisoft Singapore's Rise as a World-Class Studio (Interview)

I spoke with Ubisoft Singapore about the pitch process for Black Flag Resynced and the Singaporean impact on Assassin's Creed.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 09/07/2026

Yosuke's character will undergo some changes in Persona 4 Revival, but any romantic prospects are looking increasingly unlikely. Read more: retconmagazine.com/persona-4-re...

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Persona 4 Revival Will Make Changes to Yosuke's Character, But Not the Romantic Ones I Was Hoping For

Yosuke's character will undergo some changes in Persona 4 Revival, but any romantic prospects are looking increasingly unlikely.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 03/07/2026

According to a new store leak, Final Fantasy VII Revelation may be getting additional story DLC beyond the base game. Read more: retconmagazine.com/final-fantas...

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Final Fantasy VII Revelation Could Get Story DLCs, According to Store Leaks

According to a new store leak, Final Fantasy VII Revelation may be getting additional story DLC beyond the base game.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 02/07/2026

Attack on Titan 3 set to release this winter, featuring yet another nameless custom character. Read more: retconmagazine.com/game-of-the-...

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Game of the Year 2026 Attack on Titan 3 Releases this Winter

Attack on Titan 3 doesn't have a release date just yet, but a new trailer and presentation have me very excited about it.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 02/07/2026

I went hands-on with Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls and got to play as Magneto. It's great and all, but the real takeaway is that even terrible fighting game players can enjoy this one. Full preview: retconmagazine.com/marvel-tokon... Video preview: youtu.be/SXbeTplHCIM

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Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Is a Fighting Game Even Bad Players Can Enjoy

I went hands-on with a new build of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, and I am pleased to say that even bad players can enjoy this one.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 02/07/2026

PlayStation has announced that physical disc production will cease in January 2028 — the latest in a string of anti-consumer moves in the gaming industry, and yet another uncomfortable shift towards an all-digital future. Read more: retconmagazine.com/remember-whe...

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Remember When PlayStation Dunked on Xbox With Physical Discs Back in 2013?

PlayStation announced that physical disc production will end in January 2028, marking yet another concern shift towards an all-digital future.

Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 25/06/2026

GTA VI's preorders are going live with two editions to choose from. And if you're starting to feel like you're increasingly getting priced out of video games as a hobby, well, you're not alone. Read more: retconmagazine.com/everything-a...

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Everything About GTA VI's Preorder Situation Feels Icky

GTA VI preorders are going live, and if you're starting to feel like you're getting priced out of enjoying video games as a hobby, me too.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 17/06/2026

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is Square Enix's latest HD-2D action game aiming to recapture the nostalgia of the 90s. Check out our full review here. Written review: retconmagazine.com/the-adventur... Video review: youtu.be/XWJACeGZlC4

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The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales: The Retcon Review

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales takes its cues from games like A Link to the Past and Chrono Trigger. Check out our review.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 16/06/2026

Creator Vince Gilligan provides a small update on Pluribus Season 2, while Rhea Seehorn chimes in on Carol's angsty demeanor. Read more: retconmagazine.com/pluribus-sea...

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Pluribus Season 2 Gets an Update; "We'll Learn More About the Atom Bomb"

Vince Gilligan provides a small update on the progress of Pluribus Season 2, and Rhea Seehorn chimes in on Carol's characterization.

Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 14/06/2026

Curry Barker's 2026 horror flick Obsession is a massively entertaining and darkly funny study of female autonomy and all the ways it can be violated. Read more: retconmagazine.com/the-inherent...

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The Inherent Cruelty of Bear's Wish in Obsession

Curry Barker's Obsession is a massively entertaining horror flick that also explores female autonomy and all the ways it can be violated.

Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 11/06/2026

Alfred Ashford is one of the more controversial characters we've seen in Resident Evil history. Capcom talks about how he'll be handled in Resident Evil Veronica. Read more: retconmagazine.com/resident-evi...

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Resident Evil Veronica Won't Shy Away From the Darker Side of the Ashfords

Capcom shares some insight into the portrayal of Alfred Ashford in Resident Evil Veronica and how it may differ from the original.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 10/06/2026

Hot off the heels of Summer Game Fest, the June 2026 Nintendo Direct was stacked with major announcements. Here are the big ones. Read more: retconmagazine.com/the-june-202...

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The June 2026 Nintendo Direct Was Stacked as Hell

Hot off the heels of Summer Game Fest, the June 2026 Nintendo Direct was stacked with plenty of big announcements.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 08/06/2026

Persona 4 Revival has an official release date and it promises plenty of modern updates, but is that really enough? Not for this Yosuke simp! Read more: retconmagazine.com/persona-4-re...

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I Will Only Care About Persona 4 Revival If I Get to Romance Yosuke

Persona 4 Revival finally has a release date, and it promises plenty of modern updates and gameplay changes, but is that enough?

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 08/06/2026

Persona 6 officially exists! While the teaser trailer told us literally nothing, it's hard not to draw comparisons with Shin Megami Tensei, Atlus' much darker and more mature JRPG series. Read more: retconmagazine.com/persona-6-su...

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Persona 6 Sure Is Giving Major SMT Vibes

Persona 6 officially exists! While the teaser trailer literally tells us nothing, I can't help but notice the vibes feel awfully SMT.

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Retcon Magazine @retconmagazine.com · 06/06/2026

Summer Game Fest 2026 bombarded us with a whole bunch of new game announcements and trailers. Here are the ones you should know about. Read more: retconmagazine.com/summer-game-...

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The Most Exciting Game Announcements From Summer Game Fest 2026

Summer Game Fest 2026 bombarded us with tons of new announcements and trailers. Here are the ones you should know about.

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