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Japan's gaming icons hit milestone birthdays: 2026 is shaping up as the Year of the Re-Release

By GFA Staff
Feb 20, 2026
2 min
Japan's gaming icons hit milestone birthdays: 2026 is shaping up as the Year of the Re-Release

A Japan Times piece highlights major franchise anniversaries in 2026 (Zelda, Pokémon, Dragon Quest, etc.).

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What it means for gamers: anniversaries usually translate into remasters, collections, special events, merch drops, museum exhibitions, concerts, and "surprise" digital re-releases.

The consequence is a steady drip of nostalgia bait—great if you love classics, dangerous if you're trying to save money or finish anything you already own.

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