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Another week off to a pretty good start, but man (man man). Barbers, please... listen. Don't get so wrapped up in your conversations to where you endanger someone's hairline. (Momma no!) I'm so happy that I saw the guard come off by mistake while this guy was running his mouth about Lebron going to Philly. He was about to move my hairline to Philly! (OMG) I went and grabbed some ice cream to cool my nerves. Anyway, more content on content is headed your way, but first the top 10. Australia was not playing around this week, and Vietnam is on the rise!

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Boruto: Naruto Next Generations

1. US USA

2. GB United Kingdom


3. JP Japan

4. DE Germany

5. CA Canada

6. CH China

7. SG Singapore

8. FR France

9. TH Thailand

10. HK Hong Kong

Australia, Philippines, and Ireland... came close!

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FTS: Bit Bot Reveals "Final Boss" Video Game Adaptation with Comic Creator Tyler Kirkham (PC)

Bit Bot Partners with Acclaimed Comic Creator Tyler Kirkham for New Genre-Bending Final Boss Video Game Adaptation

The Action-Packed Image Comics Series Transforms Into a Hybrid Retro Pixel Side-Scrolling Beat ‘Em Up/3D Fighting Game

Original Soundtrack by Celldweller!

DETROIT — July 14, 2026 — In advance of Comic-Con International 2026 in San Diego, Bit Bot and renowned comic writer and artist Tyler Kirkham are partnering to develop an official video game adaptation of Final Boss, Kirkham’s hit comic book series. Published by Image Comics, Final Boss quickly emerged as one of comics' breakout successes, with its debut issue selling out at the distributor level and earning an immediate second printing following strong demand from retailers and readers. Now as the ongoing series continues to take the comic reading world by storm, Kirkham and Bit Bot will bring the hard-hitting, non-stop comic-inspired action to gamers around the world with a one-of-a-kind new video game, available to wishlist on Steam today.

Created, written, and illustrated by Tyler Kirkham -- known for his work on Amazing Spider-Man, Green Lantern, X-Men, and numerous other bestselling titles -- Final Boss follows Tommy Brazen, an ex-street brawler and powered-up mercenary who discovers that the secrets of his past are connected to something far larger than he ever imagined. The series blends the energy of classic arcade beat 'em ups, fighting games, and action entertainment into a high-octane comic experience. Now, Bit Bot is bringing that vision to life in interactive form. Developed by Bit Bot alongside its in-house game studio, Mecanimal Games, Final Boss is a faithful adaptation of the comic series, with Kirkham serving as a key creative collaborator throughout development. Leading the project alongside Kirkham are Bit Bot Creative Director Frank O'Connor, the former Franchise Creative Director behind Halo and Perfect Dark, and Bit Bot co-owner Joshua Viola. The game's original score will be composed by acclaimed musician and Bit Bot co-owner Celldweller.

"Final Boss was born from my love of classic arcade games, fighting games, action movies, and comics," said Tyler Kirkham. "Working directly with Bit Bot allows us to translate that DNA into a video game that feels authentic to the comic while expanding the world in exciting new ways."

"At its heart, Final Boss is about escalation," said Frank O'Connor. "The gameplay mirrors the structure of the story. What begins as a cooperative street fight gradually narrows into a personal showdown. It's a format that lets us combine two beloved genres while remaining completely faithful to the spirit of the comic."

Designed for one to four players in local couch co-op, Final Boss begins as a pixel-art side-scrolling brawler inspired by arcade classics. Players battle through waves of enemies and progress through increasingly dangerous stages before each level culminates in a dramatic transformation. Animated comic-book panels introduce the boss, the action tightens, and the game shifts into a focused one-on-one 3D fighting experience inspired by modern fighting games.

"One of the things that immediately excited us about Final Boss is that the comic already feels like a video game," added Joshua Viola. "Tyler created a world that celebrates arcade brawlers, fighting games, comics, and action cinema. Rather than simply adapting those ideas, we're building a game around them." 

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FTS: Where Winds Meet Available on XBOX and Game Pass Now! New "Hidden Mountain" Expansion and custom controller unveiled at XBOX Games Showcase

Where Winds Meet Officially Available on XBOX and Game Pass Now, Unveiling Massive New "Hidden Mountain" Expansion at XBOX Games Showcase

 

GUANGZHOU, China – (June 7, 2026) – Everstone Studio announced that its hit free-to-play Wuxia open-world ARPG, Where Winds Meet, is officially available right now on XBOX Series X|S, XBOX on PC, and XBOX Cloud, joining the XBOX Game Pass library on day one. Having already amassed over 80 million players worldwide since its initial debut, the studio celebrated this major console milestone at today’s XBOX Games Showcase by unveiling its next massive update: a sneak peek at the upcoming third major expansion, "Hidden Mountain." 

Where Winds Meet XBOX Launch & “Hidden Mountain” Expansion Reveal Trailer:

Where Winds Meet is an epic open-world Wuxia ARPG that lets players forge their own legend in 10th-century China, battling with distinctive martial arts and unique weapons across a breathtaking, seamless landscape in rich solo, co-op, and PvP adventures.

 

The Horizon Expands: First Look at the "Hidden Mountain" Expansion
 

Fresh off the success of the "Hexi" and "Imperial Palace" expansions, the newly revealed "Hidden Mountain" expansion continues the mission to offer players a different gaming experience.
 

• The 3D Vertical landscape: This massive new region introduces a breathtaking, multi-layered landscape that further expands the open-world exploration, rewarding curious players with hidden surprises, deep secrets, and traversal challenges at every elevation.
   

The mysterious Mohist Sect: Perched high among these treacherous peaks lies the secretive Mohist Sect. The introduction of this legendary faction brings entirely new mysteries, advanced martial arts mechanics, unique gameplay loops, and major narrative twists to the ongoing Wuxia epic.

 

 

• New Hand Guard Discipline: This fast-paced martial art that players have long anticipated for delivers explosive close-quarters combat. Blending rapid pursuits with relentless counter-attacks when enemies slip up, it channels accumulated inner will into a single, devastating blow capable of shattering anything in its path.

 

Built Exclusively for the XBOX Living Room Experience 

To celebrate its console debut, Where Winds Meet boasts extensive hardware optimization for peak performance, alongside a custom controller collaboration and exclusive rewards for XBOX Game Pass members. Key highlights include:

Custom-designed Controller: An exclusive, custom-designed XBOX Wireless Controller, meticulously styled to capture one of the game's most emotionally resonant and iconic images, and reflect the elegant yet lethal aesthetics of the Wuxia universe.

 

 

• XBOX Optimization: Full Smart Delivery support with an overhauled UI and enlarged text scaling for couch-friendly readability. Features full HDR, AMD FSR 2 (4K upscale on Series X / 2K upscale on Series S), and deep memory optimizations for stable, fluid frame rates during high-speed exploration and intense sword clashes.
     

• Day One Game Pass Ultimate Perks: XBOX Game Pass members can claim a rich starter pack. Phase 1 starting from June 7 to July 23 (PT) featuring 450 Echo Jade, 90,000 Coins, and essential progression items like Attune Stones, Lingering Melodies and Pillow Pills.
  
  

The winds are calling. Grab your controller now, and we will see you in the Jianghu today!

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Akatori Didn’t Come Outta Nowhere… But It Sure Felt Like It!

 

I did kinda see Akatori coming… but at the same time, I didn't. It still hit me like it popped outta nowhere. Let me explain while you scratch your head in confusion.

So I was digging through our treasure trove of games this week (right), just scrolling, minding my business—and then boom—“Akatori: Chapter One.” I had to do a double take like, “Wait… how did I miss this?” And I’m not even gonna lie… once I clicked it to check it out, I liked what I saw and had to present it to... you.

That experience (which I haven't finished yet) had that “oh this might be something serious... in a good way” energy. And sure enough—next thing you know while seeing if there was more to the franchise (possibly a chapter two), I see... the full Akatori game is lined up for a 2026 release!

While you might not have access to Akatori: Chapter One, here’s some gameplay to give you a taste of the metroidvania action:

This gameplay is from April 2024’s Chapter One, so you should be able to expect the full release to be more polished, more expanded, and just overall leveled up.

But hey, if it ends up not being too far off from what we’re seeing here… I wouldn’t even be mad, because this is already a GOOD time. So they can add to it, but if it ain't broke don't fix it.

 What Kind of Game Is Akatori? 

Akatori is a metroidvania-style action-adventure, meaning:

• You’re exploring a large, interconnected world
• Unlocking abilities that open new paths
• Backtracking—but in a way that actually feels rewarding

This game is built on movement and flow.

You play as Mako, a staff-wielding monk, and that staff?
It’s not just for combat—it's a platform helping you reach new heights, and more.

We’re talking:

• Air dashes and glides
• Wall interactions and fast traversal
• Combat that blends directly into movement
  
  

 The Look & Feel 

That 2.5D mix of pixel characters and 3D environments is clean.

• Bright, colorful environments
• Smooth animations that match the speed of gameplay
• A world that feels alive without being cluttered

This is one of those games where you can move fast… but still catch yourself thinking:
“Hold up… this is fire.” I would've loved playing this on the Nintendo 3DS, but... this experience is still saluted on the PC. I'm sure it will also be a Deck compatible title as well.

 From Code Wakers to Contrast Games — Passing the Baton 

Akatori was originally developed by Code Wakers and published by HypeTrain Digital—but somewhere along the way, the baton got passed to the indie devs over at Contrast Games.

And honestly?

That kind of transition can go either way…

But from what I’ve seen so far... it looks like the vision is still intact—and possibly even stronger.

So now I’m locked in to see how this version of Akatori really plays out.

Here’s where I land on it so far (after digging in further):

This is one of those games that didn’t start loud…
but is slowly building into something you don’t want to ignore if you're a metroidvania adventure lover!

• Strong metroidvania foundation 
• Fast, fluid gameplay 
• Clean art direction 
• Years in development with clear evolution 

So while we wait on that official release (listed as 2026)... go ahead and grab the new demo. If this demo leaves you wanting more, add it to your wishlist, and stay ready.

We might be looking at one of those sleeper hits and I'd hate for you to sleep on it if you want to support the team and the franchise.

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