Scheduled for August release! Editor's recommended PS4 & Switch games that must be pre-ordered!

Recommended Games for August

Chikyu Boeigun 6

©2022 SANDLOT ©2022 D3PUBLISHER

• Compatibility: PS4/PS5
• Release date: 2022/8/25
• Genre: 3D action shooter
• Price: 8,980 yen (tax included)
• Maker: D3Publisher

Sequel to "Earth Defense Forces 5," which sold over 500,000 copies in Japan. The setting is a world several years after the previous title. The human race has somehow managed to defeat the invaders from outer space, but 90% of the earth's population has been lost and civilization, not to mention social infrastructure, is on the verge of collapse. As the remnants of the invaders continue to proliferate, the player, as a soldier of the EDF (Earth Defense Force), must throw himself into the battle to protect the peace of the Earth. This title features an exhilarating experience in which the player must fight off the oncoming alien hordes. Players can also use a variety of military units with different play styles, such as the "Wing Diver," which can fly through the air, and the "Fencer," which can carry multiple weapons at the same time.

Soul Hackers 2

©ATLUS ©SEGA All rights reserved.

• Compatibility: PS4/PS5/Xbox Series X|S/Xbox One/Steam/Windows(Steam)
• Release date: 2022/8/25 *Steam version only 2022/8/26
• Genre: RPG
• Price: 9,878 yen (including tax)
• Package limited edition: 17,380 yen (including tax) / Download luxury edition: 15,378 yen (including tax) Manufacturer: Atlus

A next-generation RPG by Atlus, the developer of such classic series as "Shin Megami Tensei" and "Persona," this is a completely new title based on "Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers," a spin-off from the "Shin Megami Tensei" series that was released in 1997. Set in a future slightly ahead of the present, "Ringo" and "Fig" of "Aion," beings beyond human knowledge, descend into the world of humans to save a world in danger of coming to an end. Battles in this work are turn-based, and the ability to exploit an opponent's weak points can make the difference between victory and defeat. In addition, if you hit a weak point, you can summon a "Nakamama" to the spot. At the end of your turn, you can also launch a "Sabbat," a military attack, with Ringo's command. Enjoy the simple but highly strategic battles.

The Thirteen Armies Defense Circle Welcome Value Pack

(C)ATLUS (C)SEGA All rights reserved.

• Compatibility: PS4
• Release date: 2022/8/4
• Genre: Dramatic adventure
• Price: 7,678 yen (including tax)
• Maker: Atlus

Dramatic adventure from Atlus, creator of the "Persona" series and other titles, and Vanillaware, creator of "Odin Sphere" and other profound works. The story is divided into three parts: "Reminiscence," in which the mystery is revealed from the perspectives of the 13 main characters; "Collapse," in which players pilot robots called "Kibyou" to protect their base; and "Investigation," in which they can look back on the story and enjoy the insights.

The "Welcome Value Pack" is a special all-in package that includes the "Digital Secret File" (DLC) and the "Premium Edition Original Theme & Avatar Set" (DLC). In addition, a free patch will be distributed on the same day, which will be accompanied by the "English voice" and new "armaments" added to the Switch version.

PS4 Crayon Shin-chan "Ora to Doctor no Natsuyasumi" (C) Crayon Shin-chan "Ora to Doctor no Natsuyasumi" - Owaranai 7 Day Journey

(C) Yoshito Usui / Futabasha, Shin-Ei, TV Asahi, ADK (C) Neos Corporation Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.

• Compatibility: PS4/Switch
• Release date: Within August 2022
• Genre: Adventure
• Price: Undecided
• Manufacturer: Neos

PS4 version of "Crayon Shin-chan "Ora to Docter no Natsuyasumi" - Owaranai no Shichinichi no Tabi" released on Switch in 2021. The story follows the summer vacation of the Nohara family, who are taken care of for a week by an old friend of Misae's who lives in "Assoso" in Kumamoto. The PS4 version is basically the same as the Switch version. It will be released not only in Japan, but also in the United States and Europe.

Saints Row

©2022 and published by Deep Silver, a division of Koch Media GmbH, Austria. Developed by Deep Silver Volition LLC. All other trademarks, logos and copyrights are property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.

• Compatibility: PS4/PS5
• Release date: Aug. 23, 2022
• Genre: Action
• Price:
  Package version
• PS4/PS5/Xbox Series X Normal Edition 8,008 yen (tax included)
• PS4/PS5 Notorious Edition 11,528 yen (tax included)
• Download Edition
• 
  PS4/PS5
• Normal Edition 7,920 yen (tax included)
• Gold Edition 10,780 yen (tax included)
• Platinum Edition 11,880 yen (tax included)
• 
  Xbox One/Xbox Series X|S
• Normal Edition 6,930 yen (tax included)
• Gold Edition 9,800 yen (tax included)
• Platinum Edition 10,890 yen (tax included)
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  PC(Epic Games Store)
• Normal Edition 6,180 yen (tax included)
• Gold Edition 9,380 yen (tax included)
• Platinum Edition 10,380 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer：DEEP SILVER/KOCH MEDIA

The latest title in the "Saints Row" series, in which players can freely explore the field as a member of the gangster group "Saints". Set in Santo Ireso, a city in the southwestern United States, players form a gang called the Saints and fight against the three criminal organizations that control the city. While maintaining the series' traditional open world, this title features various power-ups. A variety of vehicles, such as hoverbikes and VTOL fighters, are available, and weapons and vehicles can be customized as desired. Cooperative play is also supported, allowing up to two players to enjoy the game together.

Although this is the latest title in the series, it also features a "reboot" theme: the world of the "Saints Row" series, which has continued through the fourth title, has been rebuilt from scratch, resulting in a new "Saints Row" without the numbering. It is a title that is easy to get into not only for fans of the series, but also for beginners.

Let's Get Fit

Let's Get Fit © Koch Media GmbH, Austria. Published 2022 by Ravenscourt. Ravenscourt is a division of Koch Media GmbH, Gewerbegebiet 1, 6604 Höfen, Let's Get F it © developed 2022 by Exkee, 27 cours Honoré d'Estienne d'Orves, 13001 Marseille, France.

• Compatibility: Switch
• Release date: 8/4/2022
• Genre: Fitness
• Price: 3,828 yen (including tax) *5,478 yen (including tax) for the bundled version with a sports band set
• Publisher: Ravenscourt/Koch Media

A fitness game for the Switch that lets you work out like a game. Users can freely move their bodies using pre-made menus or their own original menus selected from more than 100 fitness menus. The game offers a wide range of options, from flexibility exercises to high-intensity workouts, as well as a coach to provide guidance and a wide range of customization. The work also includes a special device called a sports band, but it is only recommended for all workouts and is not required.

Idle Manager

©2020-2022 GlitchPitch. All rights reserved. Licensed and published by Active Gaming Media Inc.

• Compatibility: PS4/PS5/Switch
• Release date: 2022/8/25
• Genre: Simulation
• Price: 4,480 yen (tax included) *Downloadable version: 2,480 yen (tax included)
• Maker: PLAYISM

A simulation game about running an idol agency. Players take on the role of a producer, nurturing the next generation of pop stars, while handling various tasks such as idol general elections and managing a directly operated café. The game offers a wide variety of tasks, such as dealing with scandals in gossip magazines and flames on SNS, and managing interpersonal relationships among idols. Sub-stories are also provided, and depending on the choices made, the ending may change. There are many challenging elements to the game.

Apathy: The Seven Wonders of Narugami Academy

©Takiya Iijima. ©Shannon. Developped&Published by mebius.

• Compatibility: Switch
• Release date: 2022/8/4
• Genre: Adventure
• Price: 7,678 yen (tax included)
• Maker: mebius

A horror adventure game by Takiya Iijima, who has created many horror games including the "Apathy" series. The player takes the role of Ryuichi Sakagami, a member of the newspaper club, and listens to scary stories from six club members who have gathered for a special feature in the school newspaper. The club members, who act as storytellers, ask the player questions during the course of the story and ask for feedback. The story will branch out in detail depending on how the player responds. It is up to the player to decide how the ghost story will progress.