Biggest JRPG Sequels Releasing In 2026

Many exciting games are scheduled for release in 2026, and that’s not even counting sequels! We’ll see everything from updated versions of old favorites to completely new installments. Here’s a look at some of the biggest upcoming sequels, both with confirmed release dates and those still in development. One thing’s certain: fans of Japanese role-playing games have a lot to look forward to next year.

ARC Raiders Puzzle Gets You a Brand-New Item

Embark Studios recently released a significant update for ARC Raiders called Cold Snap. This patch introduces several new features, including a challenging Map Modifier that adds freezing temperatures – players will need to find shelter or risk elimination. The update also includes the Flickering Flames event, bug fixes, improvements to gameplay, and adjustments to balance. This comes quickly after the game’s launch less than two months ago, and only four weeks after the North Line update, which added a new map and a new boss called the Matriarch.

Minecraft Fan Spends 8 Years Building Hogwarts Castle in the Game

It’s common for Minecraft players to draw inspiration from other popular franchises when building, and Harry Potter is a particularly frequent source of ideas. Over the years, fans have recreated many locations from the Harry Potter universe within Minecraft, and mods even exist to further enhance the game’s magical feel. Recently, a fan named FunnyHappyStudiosYT shared their incredible Minecraft and Harry Potter creation, and it’s truly impressive.

Metamask’s Bitcoin Move: A Tale of Crypto Chaos & Chocolate Coins 🍫

Metamask, that cheeky crypto trickster from Consensys, has rolled out a new act: Bitcoin support! With a flick of its digital wand, users can now conjure up a Bitcoin address, buy, swap, send, and receive BTC-all within the same app they use for Ethereum and its friends. Solana? Monad? Sei? Oh, they’re just the supporting cast in this crypto circus. 🐘🎪