Amid a somber atmosphere, global publisher Nacon held its annual showcase, Nacon Connect 2026, as it works toward a turnaround. Originally scheduled for March, the event was postponed due to the company entering rehabilitation proceedings and was finally held on the 7th (local time). Nacon is a publisher formed in 2019 as a consolidated subsidiary after Bigben Interactive acquired several developers, including Kylotonn (KT Racing) and Eko Software. Since its public listing, it has grown into a major publisher with numerous internal studios under its umbrella.

However, last February, parent company Bigben filed for rehabilitation after being denied funding to repay some of its debt, a move followed by several of its subsidiaries. This led to the closure of Spiders, the developer of GreedFall. For Nacon, the need for definitive new titles to revitalize the company amidst an uncertain future is critical. Nacon Connect 2026 unveiled several new projects that could potentially turn the tide.

■ Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish | Scheduled for release in Summer 2027 | ▶Video

A first-person action RPG previously revealed at the Xbox Partner Preview, this title received new details from game director Piotr Watoha via a developer diary. Developed by the Polish studio Teyon, known for 'RoboCop: Rogue City,' the game follows the 5th Edition rules of the 'World of Darkness' TRPG. Players create an ordinary human hunter—devoid of superpowers—to investigate cases and track monsters in a New York City where vampires and werewolves live hidden in plain sight.

The video showcased a character editor that allows for detailed customization of appearance, stats, skills, and personality. The game features core RPG elements, including missions that can be approached through stealth, dialogue, or combat, with choices impacting the story and relationships with companions. The player's base is a run-down bar in downtown New York, which gradually takes shape as more hunter allies gather throughout the game.

■ Dracula: The Disciple | Scheduled for release in 2027 | ▶Video

A new title from Cyanide Studio, known for the Styx series. In this first-person puzzle adventure, players take on the role of Émile Vallombreuse, a French archivist suffering from a terminal illness. Seeking a cure, he enters the ruined Dracula Castle in Transylvania, only to find that the occult rituals and alchemical tools left behind by the Count promise salvation at the cost of a new curse: transformation into a vampire.

Unlike other games featuring Dracula, this is not a combat-focused horror title. Instead, it emphasizes adventure elements such as searching rooms, reading letters and books, and drawing ritual circles to piece together clues.

■ Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Rageborn | Scheduled for release in 2027 | ▶Video

An action game from Montreal-based Creature Studios, known for the Session skate simulation. The developers introduced the game as a top-down action Metroidvania. Set in the Alaskan wilderness, players control a young Garou (a werewolf in the lore) fighting against the environmental destruction caused by the mega-corporation Pentex. As the name suggests, this title is also based on the World of Darkness universe. The core gameplay revolves around freely switching between three forms: the human-like Homid, the wolf-like Lupus, and the combat-focused Crinos.

The game includes RPG progression elements based on the original TRPG rules, as well as base-building features where rescuing allies from enemies allows for equipment crafting and upgrades.

■ The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu | 2026.07.15. | ▶Video

A 4-player co-op horror game from the Chilean studio ACE Team, which debuted new gameplay footage at the event. Set in a cursed jungle, players enter an unknown island on a contract from 'El Capitan' to hunt for treasure and missing persons. Gameplay emphasizes resource management, with enemies becoming more numerous and powerful over time, and combat favoring evasion and defense over direct confrontation.

Inspired by Lovecraft's short stories, the game features 'sanity' as a core resource. As players venture deeper, hallucinations intensify, causing allies to appear as monsters or safe fields to be perceived as traps. While firearms are more powerful than other weapons, they are risky because their loud noise can awaken more dangerous entities, necessitating strategic play and careful preservation of sanity.

■ Edge of Memories | Scheduled for release in 2026 | ▶Video

A new action RPG from Midgar Studio, the creators of Edge of Eternity. A 4-minute gameplay overview showcased a style with a stronger anime influence. The protagonist is Elin, a wandering Soul Whisperer, and the game follows her journey across the continent of Avaris, where a plague has turned plants, animals, and humans into monsters.

The game emphasizes real-time action centered on fast combos, evasion, and skills triggered through a 'berserk' transformation. Notably, the project features names familiar to JRPG fans, including Yasunori Mitsuda (Chrono Trigger) on music and Raita Kazama (Xenoblade) on character design. Sawako Natori, a novelist and writer for the NieR series, is also credited for the scenario.

■ GreedFall: The Dying World - The Ference Black Mass | 2026.05.05 | ▶Video

A quest update added about two months after the main game's release. It is included in the DLC pack and provided free of charge to Deluxe Edition owners. As developer Spiders has already closed following rehabilitation proceedings, this appears to be the final content for GreedFall.

■ Hell is Us (Switch 2 Version) | 2026.09.24. | ▶Video

Hell is Us, the third-person action-adventure game from Rogue Factor released on PC, PS5, and XSX|S last September, is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is notable for the complete absence of a minimap, compass, or quest markers. Players must find their own way by relying on NPC dialogue, environmental clues, and the landscape itself—a design choice that drew significant attention at launch.

■ Ravenswatch (Switch 2 Version) | Scheduled for release in Fall 2026 | ▶Video

A top-down roguelike action game from Passtech Games featuring characters from fairy tales and myths, such as Little Red Riding Hood and Sun Wukong. The showcase announced the 'Songs of Sieves' free major update arriving May 27, alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 port, which is slated for release this fall.

■ Endurance Motorsport Series | Scheduled for release in Summer 2026 | ▶Video

An endurance racing simulator focused on who can drive the longest and furthest. KT Racing announced a summer release. A key feature is that the driver is not just behind the wheel but also acts as a race engineer, making critical decisions in the pit lane, such as tire selection, maintenance, and accident response based on weather and track conditions.

The game features hypercars and GT vehicles from major manufacturers like Porsche, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, and Cadillac. It includes real-world tracks like Le Mans and Monza, as well as four original virtual circuits. The video revealed 'Galeão,' a fictional track set on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

■ Tour de France 2026 | 2026.06.04. | ▶Video

A new cycling simulation developed by Cyanide Studio. This is the second season since the transition to Unreal Engine 5, and it introduces a new dynamic weather system. Rain affects track grip, and players must be careful with braking on corners and descents to avoid slipping and crashing. The game launches on June 4.

■ Hunting Simulator 3 | Scheduled for release in Fall 2026 | ▶Video

The latest numbered entry in the hunting simulation series. This title features two massive open worlds set in Colorado and Texas. Players can traverse the vast wilderness on ATVs to track over 40 species of wildlife. New simulation elements mean animals age and reproduce over time, with behaviors and patterns changing based on player activity.

The hunting dog's movements and sounds have been revamped, and the dynamic weather system is set to further enhance immersion in the wild.

■ Revo X Series / RevoSim x Aston Martin | Scheduled for release in 2026 / Available now | ▶Revo Series / ▶RevoSim

Gaming accessories were also announced. Nacon's new controller lineup, Revo X, consists of three models: Revo X, Revo X Pro, and Revo X Max. All three models come standard with Hall Effect sticks. The Revo X Pro adds two shortcut buttons and instant triggers, while the Revo X Max includes additional features like action buttons and joystick tension adjustment. The premium simulation wheel brand RevoSim unveiled a collaboration wheel with the Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team, which is available for purchase starting today.