Welcome to this week's Digimon franchise roundup for September 13, 2026. We are bringing you the latest updates spanning video games, the physical card game meta, anime announcements, and mobile crossovers. There is plenty of news to cover as we head into the autumn season.
Digimon Story Expansion and Anime Updates
Bandai Namco has officially announced a massive upcoming expansion for their latest RPG, titled Digimon Story Time Stranger: A Hero's Eternal Legacy. Scheduled for a 2027 release, this DLC takes place three years after the main game's climax. Players will explore the uncharted lands of the Iliad digital world and encounter over 50 new Digimon. The expansion is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
On the anime front, the current series Digimon Beatbreak is reaching its grand finale on September 27, 2026. While a rebroadcast program will temporarily fill its television slot, Toei and Bandai have already confirmed that a brand-new, unannounced Digimon anime project is in active development for a 2027 release.
Card Game Meta Shifts and BT-26 Launch
In the tabletop scene, the English version of the booster set BT-26: Timeless Bonds officially launched on September 4, 2026. This 108-card set introduces heavy synergies with the Time Stranger video game, the Olympos XII, and Digimon Liberator. It is already making waves in local game stores as players rush to integrate these new cards into their decks.
With the launch of BT-26 and the recent dominance of Toho Braves decks from the EX-12 Digital World Shambala set, TCG players are heavily anticipating a new banlist. Community analysts are pointing to cards like Nyaromon from the BT15 set as a prime candidate for upcoming restrictions. This card is currently being used in TS Angels decks to aggressively extend turns, leading to calls for a balance adjustment.
Mobile Crossover and Next Steps
For mobile RPG fans, the AFK Journey x Digimon Adventure crossover event is still active, having launched on August 18, 2026. This event brings the classic 1999 anime world into the mobile game, allowing players to pair up with iconic digital monsters. If you want to stay ahead, make sure to check out BT-26 packs at your local store, catch up on the final episodes of Digimon Beatbreak on Crunchyroll, and wishlist the upcoming Time Stranger DLC.