It’s been a minute since we last heard about Ground Zero Hero, but it now looks like the game is heading to Nintendo Switch 2. A listing on the Nintendo eShop has it down for August 20, 2026. Originally, Acclaim announced that Ground Zero Hero would be appearing on Nintendo Switch. However, we’re not seeing a listing for that console... The post Ground Zero Hero now coming to Nintendo Switch 2 appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Following its release this week, Kusan: City of Wolves has received a launch trailer. Fans can get a final look at the brutal neon-soaked adventure title, which is out on Nintendo Switch. Full details can be found in the following overview: Jin, an ex-soldier turned gun-for-hire, is the hero of Kusan: City of Wolves. Take him through over 54 brutal... The post Kusan: City of Wolves launch trailer – brutal neon-soaked adventure reaches Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Prime 1 Studio announced the release of a a new Square Enix Masterline figure of Aerith from FFVII Rebirth . The new figure will be available in both a regular version for $2,200 / 264,000 yen , or a deluxe edition that costs $2,400 / 286,000 yen . The new FFVII Rebirth 1/4 scale figure is static in its regular version, featuring the character holding her staff. However, the deluxe figure includes various swappable parts, such as an open-eyed and closed-eyed heads. Other swappable parts include hands for her Guard Rod, Wizer Rod, and Gambanteinn weapons, and arms that put her in her iconic praying pose. The deluxe edition of the figure is expected to ship on September 2027, whereas the regular version will ship in October 2027. Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ You can check out the new Prime 1 Studio and Square Enix Masterline collaboration figure of Aerith from FFVII Rebirth here:

Images via Square Enix and Prime 1 Studio Square Enix recently announced the new Aerith figure as part of the Wonder Festival 2026 Summer event alongside a Static Arts figure of Tifa in one of her swimsuit options in FFVII Rebirth . The new FFVII Rebirth Square Enix Masterline figure of Aerith is currently available for pre-order from both the North American and Japanese Prime 1 Studio online storefronts. Final Fantasy VII Remake is on the Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, FFVII Rebirth is on the Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, and FFVII Revelation will come to the Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC in 2027.

Harbour Masters were cutting it with this one, promising a release of their Banjo Kazooie PC port "Lighthouse" by the end of this month. And they did not disappoint! Their latest port is now live, and features a small assortment of fun features for lovers of the game. Outside of being 100% completable, you'll also have access to a randomiser, as well as compatibility with a swath of ROM hacks and custom assets. There is still plenty more in the works for the port... Read more

Good Smile Company shared a survey about is Nendoroid figure line that asked for opinions about things like the standard and more affordable Basic versions of the items, potential sales of additional customization parts, and events like pop-up stores. Some questions also seemed to gauge interest on digital features and elements, such as a “Digital Collection” and included NFT as an option of “digital authentication” for authenticity verification. The Google Form will accept responses until August 13, 2026. The second about the standard and Basic Nendoroid figures started by essentially asking which type someone preferred. The standard includes face plates, extra hand and possibly arm or leg parts, and accessories, while the Basic gives someone a figure with no extras. This happened with the Metaphor: ReFantazio Will and Persona 3 Reload Makoto Yuki ones, as both appeared as standard and Basic Nendoroids. Someone could select if they would prefer one, other, or would be okay with both. The survey then asked someone to select why they prefer one or the other.  Both the questions that mentioned a possible Nendoroid Digital Collection and NFTs showed up toward the end of the Good Smile Company figure survey. The question about virtual elements came up first and asked, “Are you interested in a “Digital Collection” feature for Nendoroids?” Someone can then choose if they are or aren’t. The one involving NFTs showed up as a possible response to the “Which technologies or initiatives would you like to see Good Smile Company adopt in the future to ensure product authenticity?” question. The response suggested the possibility of the “introduction of digital authentication” for authenticity purposes and mentioned NFTs alongside serial codes as a possibility. Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ Some of the other questions went over additional details related to Nendoroid figures, customizing them, and the Dolls line. For example, a question about release schedules asked how frequently we would want to see multiple characters from the same anime or game show up in stores. Simultaneous, frequent, and spaced out all appeared as options there. The customization sections asked about kinds of parts people might want and prices they’d be willing to pay. As for the Nendoroid Doll line, it asked about additional skin tones people might want to see. It also asked if people buy ones of the company’s original characters or would want to see more pop-up stores. The Good Smile Company Nendoroid figure survey will be open until August 13, 2026  We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

No official announcements have been made yet, but we could be seeing Screamer on Nintendo Switch 2. Screamer was previously made by Milestone, the studio which is coming out with Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush in September. The anime-esque arcade racing game previously debuted earlier this year. Now a Nintendo Switch 2 version could be in the cards. It was classified... The post Anime-inspired arcade racing game Screamer could be bound for Nintendo Switch 2 appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Stellar Blade: Blood Rain is being promoted with an AI-slop music video created by developer Shift Up, and it's all about as soulless as you might expect. The video , which looks to be completely AI generated, features protagonist Evie singing an "original" song titled "Wanna be in Love" as she explores the dystopian cyberpunk city seen in the game's official announcement trailer that debuted as part of Summer Games Fest. At one point while wandering the city, Evie picks up a KPop Demon Hunters keychain. Towards the end of the video, there is "behind the scenes footage" of Shift Up developers "on set" with Evie, giving her direction, doing her makeup, and high-fiving members of the team. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ncuote9ADo An entirely AI-generated video serving as the first major piece of marketing for the Stellar Blade sequel following its reveal is certainly a choice, though it's more than a little concerning Shift Up somehow decided this was a good idea. It is, however, not all that surprising. Shift Up CEO and Stellar Blade director Hyung-tae Kim earlier this year said (as translated by Automaton ) during a South Korean "Economic Growth Strategy" briefing he believed AI to be an "essential tool for going up against large competitors like China on a global level." He also said AI will not result in people losing their jobs, even though it will enable "one person" to perform the "work of 100 people." South Korea as a whole is doubling down on AI, with the country set to invest nearly $14 billion in AI and related infrastructure. The Stellar Blade franchise is no stranger to controversy, ranging from having to patch out unintentional racial slurs to the culture war over the appearance of main character Eve and her revealing outfits in the first game. Stellar Blade: Blood Rain is proving to be no exception, with some criticizing the sexualization of Evie, who appears more childlike in appearance, even as Shift Up promises "more appealing" outfits. In an interview with IGN , Kim was asked whether he was worried about using a younger-looking character for Blood Rain, and how that may be perceived by players. He said Evie is indeed younger and smaller in size than Eve, but largely dodged the question. "If you actually play the game, you will not think that," Kim said. Stellar Blade: Blood Rain does not yet have a release date. However, the original Stellar Blade is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.

The Nintendo Switch Online GameCube and Virtual Boy Classics apps will update to add Super Mario Sunshine and two unreleased games in August 2026. The two Virtual Boy titles will appear first. For the first time, D-Hopper and Zero Racers will be widely available on August 4, 2026. Then on August 13, 2026, the Super Mario spin-off GameCube game will launch on the service. Both the D-Hopper and Zero Racers announcements came up during an “Enter the Third Dimension” promotional trailer for the Switch and Switch 2 NSO Virtual Boy Classics app. In the second half, gameplay footage for each unreleased game appeared. D-Hopper is an Intelligent Systems action game previously known as Dragon Hopper that involves Prince Dorin exploring stages and defeating bosses to rescue his loved ones, save his kingdom, and go home again. Meanwhile, Zero Racers is a 3D racing game that was supposed to be part of the F-Zero series. Here’s that trailer, which also shows the headset and highlights a number of other games available via Nintendo Switch Online. As for Super Mario Sunshine , that’s the spin-off game that involves Mario donning Professor E. Gadd’s FLUDD to clean up Isle Delfino of both goop and mysterious enemies. The tool can also be used to hover and explore areas. The teaser for that only showed up on social media. There’s no gameplay footage yet showing how the game will look on the Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch Online Virtual Boy Classics Switch and Switch 2 app will get the unreleased games D-Hopper and Zero Racers on August 4, 2026, and the GameCube Switch 2 one will get Super Mario Sunshine on August 13, 2026. Both the Virtual Boy and GameCube apps require the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion pack subscription, and that’s the more expensive tier that costs $49. 99 per year.

Stop servers time. Oh boy, what a time for my bi-monthly article on delisted PS5 and PS4 games. For the record, I’m genuinely not trying to stick the boot in here, as I’ve been tracking these all year . I think it’s important for us all to know when digital games will be delisted or disabled, so we can act before it’s too late. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Halo? Hell Is Us? Buckshot Roulette? As the final day of July falls upon us, it's only natural we cast our gaze to August and the next batch of Xbox Game Pass goodies. But before we do, let's take a moment to look back at what turned out to be a pretty good month in July. Adding a hearty mix of major first and third party titles to the service along the way. Some hefty additions last month included Halo: Campaign Evolved , Gears of War: Reloaded , Hell Is Us , and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 , and we had a couple indie bangers in Buckshot Roulette , The Planet Crafter , and Denshattack! Read the full article on purexbox.com

World of Warcraft is getting the Dungeons & Dragons treatment, with the iconic tabletop roleplaying game set to translate developer Blizzard's popular MMORPG into a proper pencil-and paper-experience this November.  D&D: World of Warcraft is bringing a lot to the table, with everything a dungeon master might potentially need to create an Azeroth campaign. For starters, all 13 WoW classes will be playable, with six additional subclasses, three modified ones, and over 40 class specializations to choose from. The expansion additionally adds 11 WoW races (or species, as they are called in D&D), including tauren, draenei, forsaken, and trolls, along with WoW-specific rules for existing D&D races like humans, dwarves, goblins, orcs, and elves. "From Azeroth's ancient races to newcomers from distant realms, these species bring a wide range of histories, cultures, and perspectives to your adventures," Blizzard writes in its announcement . "Your choice of species can even grant a starting Renown Score with one of Azeroth's factions--so whether you ride out 'For the Horde! or 'For the Alliance!', your allegiance is baked into your origin." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yMOZlYqsnY Blizzard's MMO is filled with iconic spells, items, and enemies, and D&D: World of Warcraft includes those as well. There will be over 60 new spells added as part of the expansion, as well 25 new magic items that include mounts and companion creatures. D&D's spin on WoW even attempts to replicate some of the gameplay and systems longtime players of the MMO are all too familiar with. The expansion adds 10 WoW professions to choose from, allowing players to spend their downtime crafting items or improving their gear. There are even 25 different factions that players can grind out Renown with. Just like in WoW proper, increasing Renown with a faction will grant perks and rewards for those who the climb ranks. On the monster front, 50 new monsters are being added as part of the setting alongside 30 dungeon bosses. Seven of WoW's most iconic dungeons will be playable, including the Deadmines, Onyxia's Lair, and the Scarlet Monastery. An optional Icecrown Citadel Adventure Map Pack will also be available--one that will carry players level 16-20 from the lower spire of the citadel to the Frozen Throne and a confrontation with the Lich King himself. For WoW players who aren't keen on sitting down at the table, there are still a few reasons to take notice. Preordering certain editions, including the D&D: World of Warcraft Ultimate Bundle or Collector's Edition, unlocks D&D-themed items in WoW, including a Black Dragon mount, Gazer pet, Mimic chest toy, and Mimic chest housing decor. The cheapest option for snagging the in-game items according to the official D&D Beyond website appears to be by preordering the $80 physical and digital combo edition. D&D: World of Warcraft will release November 17, with early access beginning November 3. In other WoW news, Blizzard will be adding the viral Jimothy to the MMORPG in the game's next update, while a Blizzard employee was recently fired for allegedly helping a group of players cheat in a Mythic+ dungeon.

We’ll see another farming and life sim debut next month, as Starsand Island will leave early access on the PC and Xbox Series X and also show up on the Switch 2 and PS5 with a 1. 0 build on August 18, 2026. Physical copies are also planned for the two new platforms. However, those won’t show up until November 12, 2026. That will cost $39. 99 when it does debut. There’s also a new trailer to go along with the Starsand Island release date reveal. It features the character Solara offering an introduction to the farming life sim. After a brief introduction, we see her frantically dealing with major situations on the island involving farming, livestock, and other issues in the village. We also get to see some customization options and animals we can befriend. We do know some of the major features debuting in the 1. 0 version of Starsand Island . The big one is the romance and relationship system is expanded, and we can now date 14 characters and see three and five-heart quests and events with them. The Autumn Pumpkin Carnival festival that seems vaguely Halloween-y will appear too. The game will also support multiplayer after the update, and going online to adventure or work with others will let you earn currency to spend in a dedicated multiplayer shop. The full version of Starsand Island will show up on the Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC on August 18, 2026. It is currently available in early access on the Xbox Series X and PC.

US tariffs may have forced Sony to increase the prices of its PlayStation hardware, but the company is now benefiting from those tariffs being refunded. As part of the company's latest earnings report, it noted an increase in operating income can be attributed in part to tariff refunds --refunds it seems unlikely to pass onto consumers who paid those higher prices. Those refunds were issued earlier this year after the US Supreme court declared tariffs implemented by President Trump to be unlawful. Sony's Q1 2026 earnings (covering April through June) call out tariff refunds as one of the positive contributors to a 37% increase that its Game & Network Services business saw. Shortly after the tariffs were first implemented, Sony raised the price of its PS5 consoles in August 2025 , and again in May 2026 . The company has not issued an official statement regarding any potential passing of the refunds back to consumers, and earlier this year, a class-action-complaint was filed. The plaintiffs are arguing that Sony passed the cost of its price hikes onto consumers, and if the nationwide class suit is successful, Sony would be required to pay an undisclosed sum to anyone who purchased a PlayStation console from August 1, 2025.

Although Sony has not explicitly said it will not share tariff refunds with consumers who paid higher prices, we've already seen Nintendo and others retain those refunds for themselves. Sony calling out the positive impact on its operating income also suggests no plan to pass along those refunds. It's worth noting that Sony has never mentioned the US tariffs as the sole reason for the console price hikes, as it referenced "pressures in the global economic landscape" as the reason for the last price increase. The ongoing RAM shortage driven by large-scale investment in AI and data centers has also been a key factor in console price increases. Xbox manufacturer Microsoft explained that it had to enact another price hike in June because console storage and memory prices had more than doubled, and it also expects another doubling of component prices in 2027, suggesting more price hikes will follow soon after. This probably sounds familiar, as a class action lawsuit  was filed in April 2026 on behalf of Nintendo consumers. The plaintiffs are arguing that Nintendo had an obligation to refund customers who purchased its products, following its decision to claim refunds on the tariffs. In a reply, Nintendo disputed the claims and said that customers were never forced to make a purchase and that it didn't raise the price of all of its products. "Those who bought Nintendo's products received exactly what they bargained and paid for: a console, game and/or accessory at a price to which both parties agreed," Nintendo wrote. In more Sony news, the ratio of physical-to-digital game sales increased last quarter , PS5 console sales are slowly creeping toward the 100 million lifetime sales mark, and Sony has broken its silence over its decision to go all-digital with game sales in 2028.

Third-person shooting! Trains! Snow! Ever since Genshin Impact first made its mark on the industry in 2020, it’s been building towards Snezhnaya, the seventh nation of open world Teyvat, and the homeland of the Fatui. And Travellers will finally arrive in the region next month, from 12th August, as part of v7. 0. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Marvelous announced that a Story of Seasons mobile game in the Bokujou Monogatari series is canceled following the “termination of the capital and business alliance” with Tencent and its Image Frame Investment. This happened at a July 31, 2026 Board of Directors meeting for the company. It also means Outside Director Shin Joon Oh resigned as a result of the termination. However, while this title won’t happen, the two companies do still possess an active licensing agreement for the IP. No details about the canceled Story of Seasons mobile game came up during the announcement. It only noted that the title was in active development prior to all these changes. The statement cited “project profitability” and “business environment” as the two reasons why this project isn’t happening. This change also means a shift in shareholders for Marvelous. Tencent Holdings Limited is no longer an “other affiliated company,” “largest major shareholder,” and “major shareholder.” Hayao Nakayama should now be the largest major shareholder and Amuse Capital Investment Company will be a major shareholder as a result. Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ The last Story of Seasons game to appear was a remake of Grand Bazaar . That remake the original DS game from 2008. It first showed up on the Switch, Switch 2, and PC in August 2025, but in May 2026 we also saw it appear on the PS5 and Xbox Series X.

Build a bot. Earlier in the year, a rumour was doing the rounds that LEGO and PlayStation are partnering up for an official PS1 set , apparently launching in time for the holiday season. This has yet to be proven true, but now, an additional detail is fanning the flames once again. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Well, well, well... water we got here? We mentioned feeling wee bit jealous that viral hit Waterpark Simulator didn't include Xbox when it launched into Early Access last year. Well, with the arrival of version 1. 0, it's finally time to grab your snorkels, speedos, and controllers, because Waterpark Simulator is now available on Xbox Series X|S! Read the full article on purexbox.com

Suspicions are arising among Legend of Zelda fans that the Ocarina of Time remake will launch in mid-November--just within spitting distance of Grand Theft Auto 6. The theories revolve around an apparent pattern of Nintendo's Amiibo releases, and it's hard to blame anyone for buying into them. Per Kotaku , fans claim to have spotted a November 11 release date (adjusted to November 12 with the correct regional system clock settings) for a pair of Kirby Air Riders Amiibo figures (Sword Kirby and Noir Dedede) on Nintendo UK's store--though those listings have since been removed. And fans have observed that Nintendo generally releases Amiibo figures on the same day as its first-party game launches, whether the Amiibos tie into those launches or not.

Two Kirby Air Riders Amiibo figures are set to release in November, according to apparent listings on the Nintendo UK store. For instance, the Mineru's Construct Amiibo for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is coming out on September 17, the same day that Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave releases on Switch 2. Earlier this year, the King Dedede & Tank Star Amiibo launched simultaneously with Rhythm Heaven Groove on July 2, and the Meta Knight & Shadow Star Amiibo coincided with Pokemon Pokopia on March 5. That all leads many to the conclusion that Nintendo is releasing something in mid-November. With Nintendo firm on a 2026 release window for the Ocarina of Time remake, taking a prime November spot appears logical. Of course, Ocarina of Time would be facing off against the most anticipated video game launch in recent history with GTA 6, which is set for a November 19 launch. Pretty much every other gaming company has scrambled to avoid being near the epicenter of GTA 6's release, leading to an awfully crowded September . Nintendo seems like the one big player (if you don't count Atari with its Barbie game re-releases , or Devolver with whatever it's planning for GTA 6 day ) willing to poke Rockstar's upcoming blockbuster with a stick. Presuming this prediction becomes reality, it'll be a fascinating example of counter-programming. Zelda (especially Ocarina of Time) and the GTA franchise are heavy-hitters with different audiences, and with GTA 6 not on Switch 2 at launch , the Ocarina of Time remake will give Switch 2-only players something to get their hands on in November. Both titles would have the opportunity to thrive despite occupying the same space on the calendar. And if you're a fan of both franchises, November could be the opportunity to eat two entire cakes to yourself, which could be a fun, albeit possibly overwhelming and time-consuming feat. Nintendo’s Top-Selling Switch 2 Games Of All Time

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While Microsoft itself just set a record for the biggest single-day market cap swing in history , the company's Xbox division is struggling. How will new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma turn things around? In a memo to staff obtained by The Verge , Sharma shared the top Xbox priorities for the current fiscal year and beyond. These included four main buckets--Core, Content, Creation, and Connection. Some of the efforts include making Minecraft "the world's creator platform" and getting Xbox games to become "global franchises." She also wants to "strengthen" the Xbox platform, "led by console" and undertake an effort to "extend the worlds that fans love." Here are the four pillars, as written by Sharma: CORE: Strengthen our platform, led by console CONTENT: Grow great games into global franchises CREATION: Make Minecraft the world’s creator platform CONNECTION: Extend the worlds that fans love Xbox revenue decreased by 7% for the latest fiscal year , or about $1. 7 billion. It's not uncommon for businesses to have up and down swings, but what's particularly notable here is that most of Microsoft's other divisions are booming. Microsoft's Windows and Devices division dipped, too, but not by as much as Xbox. Additionally, every other business unit showed year-over-year revenue gains. Microsoft's biggest success in the past year was its "server products and cloud services" division, which jumped by $31 billion thanks in part to the AI craze. "Our business did not grow with our audience" Sharma said in FY2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026), more than 200 million "new players" came to Xbox, "but our business did not grow with our audience." She said Microsoft must " that gap by investing in what players value." She said this will take time--but not that much time, at least for the first stage. Sharma said Xbox is expected to "return to growth" by the end of FY2027, so by June 30, 2027. In her memo, Sharma said for FY2028 and FY2029, the Xbox division must "move into businesses producing meaningful player value and revenue acceleration." She also talked about trying to "scale what works" and by FY2030, she said Xbox's ambition is to "be halfway to our long-term daily-player goal with sustained double-digit growth in players and engagement and industry-leading margins."

Xbox is undergoing a "reset." Additionally, Sharma said Xbox is already "one of the largest stadiums" out there, reaching 100 million people daily, 500 million monthly, and nearly 1 billion each year. Sharma also spoke about how important console is to Xbox, saying console "generates the majority of Xbox revenue and remains the foundation of our fandom." Microsoft is working on a new system, Project Helix, but it may be undergoing changes due to AI-related memory and component pressures that are being fueled, in part and ironically, by Microsoft. Also in the memo, Sharma talked about moving away from a decentralized model for game development to a system that is "more focused around our strongest franchises and biggest new ideas." Part of this has included divesting of five studios and re-focusing on games like Fallout and Elder Scrolls that have the best chance at succeeding. She added that Xbox leadership is coming up with "long-term plans" for the company's biggest franchises, spanning games, film, TV, consumer products, live experiences, sponsorships, and doing more in China. On the subject of games specifically, Sharma said Xbox already has three franchises that generate $1 billion or more annually. She didn't name them outright, however. She also said Microsoft will invest in Minecraft "more than ever before." As for film and TV projects, Microsoft is working with Paramount on a Call of Duty movie that's coming in 2028. There is also a Gears of War movie in the works for Netflix . A Gears of War animated TV show is coming as well. There is also a new Minecraft movie set for release in 2027 , a third season of Fallout , and a Sea of Thieves movie. In total, Microsoft has a dozen film and TV projects in the works . Earlier this year, Xbox's new chief strategy officer, Matthew Ball, spoke frankly about how Xbox languished in recent years and what comes next. Another way Microsoft is trying to get back to growth is by cutting staff. The company laid off 1,600 people this month and will part ways with another 1,600 people in the next year. For more, check out GameSpot's breakdown of the Xbox studios that are left and what they're working on .

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Three decades ago, Nintendo discontinued its Virtual Boy console after it failed to catch on. But now, two of the unreleased Virtual Boy titles are set to make their debut on Nintendo Switch Online. Nintendo has announced that D-Hopper and Zero Racers will be available on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass on August 4. D-Hopper was originally known as Dragon Hopper , and it's a fantasy action-adventure game that puts players in control of a prince as he attempts to bring down an evil regime and free his loved ones, fairies, and elemental spirits from their grasp. Zero Racers is a racing game that was inspired by the SNES hit F-Zero. Both D-Hopper and Zero Racers would have been released in 1996 if Nintendo hadn't pulled Virtual Boy from store shelves. https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/2083002205519413357 Nintendo is also catering to Virtual Boy fans with its latest additions to Nintendo Music. The following games have been added to that lineup and are available to listen to now. Virtual Boy Wario Land Mario Clash Galactic Pinball Teleroboxer Mario's Tennis Although Oculus Rift creator Palmer Luckey once opined that Virtual Boy had " hurt the VR industry ," Nintendo surprised players by adding support for select Virtual Boy titles in September 2025. It even released a plastic replica Virtual Boy as well as its cardboard counterpart to recreate the experience of playing the games in a primitive form of VR. As an unexpected benefit, players can also use the Virtual Boy replicas to access VR modes in Switch titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey. Additionally, the GameCube's signature Mario game, Super Mario Sunshine , will arrive on Nintendo Switch Online on August 13.

Everything you need to know about the Gears E-Day Beta. Gears of War: E-Day 's Open Beta is officially upon us! Loads of players will be getting a chance to check out the new Gears multiplayer in just a few days' time, complete with some exclusive items if you pre-order the game as well. So, here's a look at everything you need to know about the Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta: Read the full article on purexbox.com

Taito announced its next Final Fantasy prize item for Japanese arcades will be a replica of the ball used for Blitzball in FFX . It will show up at the end of August 2026. It’s unknown if we’ll also eventually see it worldwide on stores like Amazon yet. Some other retailers are already showing listings however, such as Aitai Kuji . It is selling it for 3,500 yen (~$22).  This is actually described as a vinyl ball, and it will be about 30cm. So this ball will be larger than an actual Blitzball from FFX . It’s designed to resemble the ones that Wakka would use as a weapon to attack in the game. There are also some translucent bubbles on the surface to mimic the bumps on the ball. Here’s the first photo of the item. It only shows it from one viewpoint, and there are no additional items to provide a sense of scale.

Image via Square Enix and Taito This entry is celebrating its 25th anniversary right now. As a result, we’ve seen it get a little extra attention. For example, there will be an anniversary museum in Shinjuku in Japan, a fan art project started, and new merchandise appeared. The Final Fantasy X Blitzball replica ball will show up as a Japanese arcade prize starting at the end of August 2026, and FFX is on the PS2, Switch, Switch 2 , PS3, PS4, Vita, Xbox One, and PC. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

Whether you're a veteran gamer or not, it's okay to admit that Motion Twin's 2018 roguelike-metroidvania Dead Cells is kinda hard. So much so that, eight years later, acclaimed filmmaker and avid gamer Guillermo del Toro has implored the studio to make it a little more forgiving for "the elderly players." Well, Motion Twin heard the phone ringing, saw the caller ID, picked the phone up, and granted del Toro's wish--or, rather, reminded him this option already exists. In a July 29 IGN interview , del Toro quite literally begged the French developer to make a version of the game that doesn't include respawning. For him, dying and restarting made it difficult to both explore the world and make tangible progress. "Dead Cells was really interesting to me," del Toro said. "I just hate respawning, because you only get about 35 levels and then you start again. You get faster, but please, do a version without respawning for the older, for the elderly players. I'm available. Contact me and send it to me, please. I beg you!" Motion Twin responded to del Toro's request on July 30 , telling IGN that the roguelike-metroidvania has a somewhat easier mode already: Assist Mode. "We'd like to officially add this moment into our own personal Cabinet of Curiosities," the developer said. "We are surprised and truly honored to see that Mr. del Toro is a Dead Cells player, and we can even help him right now: there is an Assist mode in the game! This mode lets you resurrect at the start of the current biome or closest checkpoint, rather than restarting the entire run." The studio then thanked del Toro for his "kind words" and "time on the game," concluding that they hope "this little message" helps him enjoy the game more. Released in June 2022 as part of version 2. 9 and known as both the Accessibility Update and Breaking Barriers Update, this patch introduced a variety of accessibility options that let you tweak the game's settings to fit your preferred playstyle. Assist Mode came packaged with this update and, alongside customizing settings, it let you respawn at the nearest save point instead of restarting the entire run. There were other features folded into version 2. 9 as well, including the ability to adjust the damage you take from enemies and traps, an auto-hit setting, and the option to increase the parry window. So, if del Toro's looking for something like Alive Cells instead of Dead Cells, then Assist Mode perfectly encapsulates that. Being the gamer that he is, del Toro has worked on a number of video games in recent years. While he's done some work on unreleased projects in the 2000s and 2010s, his contribution is probably most recognized in P. T., since he co-directed that game with bestie Hideo Kojima. He also made a cameo in Kojima Productions' 2019 UPS sim Death Stranding , though it was only his likeness and he didn't voice the character.

There's no shortage of video game soundtracks that you can boot up and enjoy these days, but few can compare to Mick Gordon's work on 2016's Doom and 2020's Doom Eternal. Each soundtrack has a raw, unflinching sound that perfectly encapsulates the rip-and-tear gameplay with its heavy beats and unrelenting ferocity, and Gordon even built a custom analog effects and audio-routing rig to turn the most brutal of sounds into harmonic violence. Gordon will be bringing that soundtrack with him when he hits the Radar Festival stage as a headline act in the UK next summer, and ahead of that performance, GameSpot spoke to him about his work on the Doom games. One of the interesting takeaways was how Gordon sees himself in the space of video game music, as he approaches each gig in the way that an archeologist works on an excavation site. As Gordon puts it, the music is already there--he just has to uncover it. "I think my job, I feel, is very much like a musical archeologist," Gordon said. "My job is to turn up with a delicate set of tools and very carefully--with a very delicate brush and a very careful hand--start uncovering what I feel is already there. It's just the sound or the music is already there, and the job I feel is to uncover it and very, very delicately unearth it, polish it up. And then send it out into the universe. Because the truth is, a franchise like Doom inspires that type of music, and I feel it wouldn't deserve anything less than that." As for the longevity of his work, from Doom to a guest spot on Gareth Coker's Absolum album? Gordon credits the fans of his music for giving his soundtracks plenty of airtime. "Once I've done my job, save out the audio files, and I send it to the developer, they wrap it up into the game, it comes out, and I'm no longer involved," Gordon explained. "That's it. That's my job done. If this thing has any legs, goes off, and does the things that you just mentioned there, that has nothing to do with me. That's all about the fans. That's all about how other people receive it. It's not me who's been prolonging it. It's the fans enjoying it. You know what I mean? So they deserve as much credit as I do." Following a sabbatical at the end of his work on Doom: Eternal--which Gordon has since distanced himself from--he has lent his talents to several other games, from Atomic Heart to Routine, and his next project will see him riff and tear in the upcoming cyberpunk FPS game Defect .

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition has now launched, and we have a list of new voice actors introduced for this version of the game. For the most part, things are the same as they were originally. However, some roles have swapped and we also get Momo here as a brand new Blade – and now we know... The post List of new voice actors for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Play it before you shell out. Publisher Playstack and developer Cold Symmetry have released the open beta test for Mortal Shell 2 , the second outing in the morbid Soulslike action RPG series. Check out the below trailer to get a taste of what you're in for: Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Taki Udon has finally released the new Graphical User Interface for MiSTer, he’s calling “Console Mode”. You can install it on a fresh MicroSD, or upgrading existing MiSTer setups – And you can install this on ANY MiSTer, not just the SuperStation One. I recently did a livestream demoing it, as well as Zaparoo Frontend, […] The post MiSTer “Console Mode” GUI Released first appeared on RetroRGB .

Resident Evil movie director Zach Cregger (Barbarian, Weapons) has teased that his upcoming video game movie will have "really wild" sequences with "f**ked up and weird" imagery. He said this in an interview with Empire ( via GamesRadar ), adding that he's unsure if the "lighting-in-a-bottle" nature of the spooky Aunt Gladys character from Weapons will be repeatable in Resident Evil. But Cregger promised that the Resident Evil movie has "a couple of things" that are "really wild." Cregger has also talked about how the Resident Evil movie is the most violent thing he's ever worked on , saying it was important for him to be "grotesque" with it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNd1gb19A-c "Total freedom" Also in the interview, Cregger discussed how he was given "total freedom" to do whatever he wanted with the Resident Evil movie. He added that he received "final-cut" privileges on the movie, meaning Cregger himself--not the studio--had the final say in the version of Resident Evil coming to theaters. "I was not interfered with. I didn't have anyone putting any sort of limitations on me," he said, following on from reports that said Cregger was given carte blanche to make the movie he wanted to. Only a small handful of directors are known to get final-cut privilege , with Cregger joining a group that also includes Peter Jackson, James Cameron, Steven Spielberg, and Martin Scorsese, to name a few. Cregger also had final-cut privileges on Weapons, according to The Hollywood Reporter . Weapons, however, was an original idea from Cregger, whereas Resident Evil is a Capcom property. Many have already voiced their displeasure and concerns about the choices Cregger has alluded to for his take on Resident Evil. For his part, Cregger says he is a massive Resident Evil fan, but he wanted to tell his own story. “This movie is about one dude’s journey on foot, fighting monsters. I don’t give a f**k about checking boxes,” he said . “All I cared about was just telling a fun story. [One in which] we step on the gas at about eight minutes in and never take our foot off the floor.” The Resident Evil movie releases on September 18. It stars Austin Abrams as Bryan, a medical courier who is sent to a hospital in Raccoon City. According to Cregger, Abrams was very nearly killed by a 150-pound blood bag while filming a scene that made it into the final cut. For more, check out GameSpot’s breakdown of the latest terrifying new trailer for the Resident Evil movie . As for the Resident Evil game series, Capcom recently announced that the newest entry, Resident Evil Requiem, has now sold more than 8 million units .

Which sort of makes it an Xbox? Microsoft's flawed "This Is An Xbox" campaign may well and truly be retired, but that hasn't stopped Xbox from continuing to expand it's Cloud Gaming service, with support now being deployed to select Hisense and VIDAA OS-powered Smart TVs. Read the full article on purexbox.com

We got a release date for the 7. 0 Genshin Impact and introduction of the Snezhnaya during the new Special Program stream , as expected, and the update isn’t too far away. It marked our first good look at the area following an earlier preview . We’ll get to head to the home of the Harbingers, Fatui, and Tsaritsa on August 12, 2026. Only one new five star character will be introduced, and she’s named Odette. However, the Traveler will get a Night Hunt in Snow outfit, get to kick off the new Archon Quest, and take part in four events. There are also three new redemption codes for Primogems, which are “Everwinter,” “Odette0812,” and “OntoSnezhnaya.” Those can be redeemed until August 3, 2026.  First, here is the trailer going over the Snezhnaya update, region, and new characters in Genshin Impact 7. 0. It begins with the Aether version of the Traveler avatar trudging through a snowstorm into the area. We then learn the “gods” never “showed favor” to that region. After that, we see Odette, who is a five-star Cryo character who uses a sword. (Her signature five-star weapon Whitelake Frostfeather will also appear on a banner after the update.) She used to be a Fatui under Signora. The new four-star Alyosha, who is an Electro polearm user we get for free via the new “Everwinter Without Mercy” Archon Quest, also appears. Glimpses at the new Firearm third-person shooter elements come up after that, as do peeks at things like the Chimeric Winged Lion and Immortal Construct bosses and other enemies. We also see Harbingers and Fatui, of course. A dedicated Events Overview trailer came up to show off Great Expeditionist Challenge, Mutual Aid in Bloom: Into the Frostlands, Overflowing Abundance, and Trial of the Bastion. We also know the first phase character banners will be the five-stars Odette and Arlecchino with newcomer Alyosha among the four-stars, and the second phase will have Flins and Ineffa reruns. You can also watch the full 7. 0 Genshin Impact Special Program below. Genshin Impact is available for the PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and mobile devices and will get its Snezhnaya 7. 0 update on August 12, 2026.

His favourite game of all time. We've been hearing a lot from Tom Holland lately, but I suppose that's makes sense considering he's in two of the summer's biggest movies. While doing press for Spider-Man: Brand New Day , he's probably been thrown every possible question, but it was Happy Sad Confused that asked him the most important one of all: What's your favourite video game of all time? Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Nintendo has announced that the previously unreleased Zero Racers and D-Hopper are joining Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics next week via Switch Online. They’ll be out on August 4, 2026. Nintendo will be offering the releases for Switch 2 and Switch players. Here’s some information about both games: Zero Racers This title is a racing game for the Virtual Boy.... The post Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics adding unreleased games Zero Racers and D-Hopper next week, screen customization filter appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Return to Isle Defino in Super Mario Sunshine. Nintendo has this week announced the Switch Online 'Nintendo Classics' service will be adding the GameCube title Super Mario Sunshine on 13th August 2026 . This title originally made its debut on the GameCube in 2002 and was previously made available in the Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection on the Switch. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

We finally have a release date for Super Mario Sunshine on Nintendo Switch Online. The game will be added to the service on August 13, 2026, Nintendo just announced. Super Mario Sunshine will be playable on Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics for Switch 2. Note that a membership to Nintendo Switch Online’s Expansion Pack tier is required. Super Mario Sunshine... The post Nintendo Switch Online release date announced for Super Mario Sunshine appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Launching alongside Update 1. 6. Earlier this week, a Switch 2 classification was spotted for LEGO Party . In an update, a native version of the title for this platform has now been officially announced. It launches alongside Update 1. 6 and comes with higher frame rates, sharper visuals and a free upgrade for existing owners of the Switch release. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

There’s big news about LEGO Party, as not only has a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition shadowdropped, but a version 1. 6 update is available as well. This version of the game offers enhanced resolution and improved frame rate. If you own the Nintendo Switch version, you can upgrade for free. As for the 1. 6 update, it includes public lobbies, four new... The post LEGO Party has just come to Nintendo Switch 2, huge 1. 6 update released appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Yay? EA’s controversial leveraged $55 billion buyout will conclude next week, according to a document filed to the SEC earlier today. Variety reports that the EA Sports FC and Battlefield maker will be owned by a consortium consisting of the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners from 4th August. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Today, Xenoblade Chronicles 2’s new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition officially released, and while it’s a huge technological upgrade over the original Switch version, it’s not perfect. New issues potentially warrant a patch for the game already, though it’s unclear if that will happen here. One of the issues here is that the audio mixing of the game has been adjusted... The post Xenoblade Chronicles 2’s Nintendo Switch 2 Edition has a couple of issues appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Electronic Arts will become a private company again very soon, with the gaming giant set to be acquired by an investors' group led by the Saudi Arabian government. As revealed in today's SEC filing , "all regulatory approvals required to complete the Merger have been obtained. Electronic Arts currently expects the Merger to on or about the of trading on August 4, 2026." The news comes just after the deal was approved by the European Union . The $55 billion deal is among the biggest ever seen in the gaming industry and will see EA--which has long been a publicly traded company--be taken private. Alongside Saudi Arabia, which is involved in the deal through its controversial Public Investment Fund, the other partners are private-equity firm Silver Lake and Affinity Partners, which was founded by Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. The buyout comes during a particularly tumultuous time for EA, which has seen several mass layoffs and canceled projects in recent years. Much of its resources have been funneled into a few key franchises, particularly Battlefield. Critics remain concerned that the Saudi government's involvement could influence the themes and values present in EA's games, perhaps most prominently in The Sims series , but that remains to be seen. Most recently, EA CEO Andrew Wilson was given a massive pay increase despite laying off many of the people responsible for his company's successful games. The deal will also saddle the newly private company with a tremendous amount of debt, and it's unclear how that will be addressed.

Bandai Namco will sell keychains of various characters from Capcom’s Ace Attorney: Phoenix Wright games, like Phoenix and Miles Edgeworth, via a new Gashapon keychain collection. They’ll first be sold via Gashapon Online for 400 yen (~$2. 50) per try, with those shipping out in November 2026. They’ll also appear in physical capsule machines in the country. After that, we should see them show up in the Gashapon machines at Bandai Namco’s storefronts in Canada and the US. These take a more chibi approach to the Ace Attorney characters, unlike some other keychains and charms . While there are only five characters in this collection, there are two versions of each one you could randomly get. One will have a ball-chain keychain at the top, while the other has a lobster clasp. The idea is you get multiple ones, then you clip them to create a chain of different people from the series to create a longer accessory or keychain. It’s possible to get keychains of Phoenix Wright, Miles Edgeworth, Mia Fey, Maya Fey, and the Steel Samurai (Tonosaman) mascot character. Here’s how all of those look:

Images via Bandai Namco and Capcom It’s been a while since Capcom released any Ace Attorney titles. The last one to appear was Ace Attorney Investigations Collection , which made the two Miles Edgeworth spin-off games available worldwide on the Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The Ace Attorney keychains of the characters Phoenix Wright, Miles Edgeworth, Steel Samurai (Tonosaman), and Mia and Maya Fey are expected to ship via Gashapon Online in November 2026 and will be in capsule machines in Japan around that time too. We should see them worldwide after that. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

Tyrant’s Blessing has been availble digitally on Nintendo Switch for years, but a physical version is finally on the way. As of now it looks like only a standard version will be sold – there won’t be any special editions. Furthermore, it will be offered through Limited Run Games with only a PEGI version (no ESRB). Tyrant’s Blessing originally came... The post Tyrant’s Blessing planned for physical release on Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Square Enix is about to make it easier to return to or start Final Fantasy XI again, as the FFXI Return Home to Vana’diel and Discount Campaign events will both be back next month. The former runs August 7-17, 2026, while the later lasts a bit longer and ends on August 31, 2026. This should also coincide with the monthly version update and some other seasonal and limited time in-game events.  Since this is a returning and recurring event, all of the previous FFXI Return Home to Vana’diel Campaign rules and details apply. If someone has a Square Enix account and an active service account that is “canceled” for 72 hours before the event kicks off on August 7, 2026 (so August 4, 2026), they can play for free temporarily. All characters can be used, but Mog Wardrobes can’t be. The Green Festival and Sunbreeze Festival events will both run for players during that time. The FFXI Discount Campaign is a bit longer and covers the same three elements as past sales. If you would want absolutely everything, the Ultimate Collection Seekers Edition is temporarily $9. 99. Normally, that costs $29. 99. If you have the game, then you could pick up the Seekers of Adoulin expansion pack for $4. 99, rather than $9. 99. World Transfers are half-off too as part of it, so those will cost $9.  As for that August 2026 version update, it will specifically involve the FFXI Seekers of Adoulin and Ambuscade. In the case of the former, notorious monsters will be added to it. That’s part of many promised updates and additions to the MMORPG, following things like server replacements . As for the new Ambuscade fights, that’s the typical change that happens every month. Final Fantasy XI  is available for the PC, the Return Home to Vana’diel Campaign will be back again between August 7-17, 2026, and the FFXI Discount Campaign sale runs August 7-31, 2026.

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Last month's Nintendo Direct was full of all types of treats for Kingdom Hearts fans, including the announcement that native versions of the entire Kingdom Hearts trilogy will be coming to Switch 2 via the release of The Kingdom Hearts Collection [I-III]. Unfortunately, players did not respond well to the trilogy's key art, which Square Enix shared on X shortly after the announcement. Players quickly noticed several strange details in the image, and accused Square Enix of using generative AI to create it. GameSpot immediately reached out for comment, and over a month later, Square Enix and Disney decided to clear things up. According to a statement shared exclusively with GameSpot, The Kingdom Hearts Collection [I-III] art is not the result of AI. "We're aware of feedback regarding recent Kingdom Hearts visuals," reads the statement, which was shared via phone call with a Square Enix PR rep. "These assets were created by our development team without the use of generative AI, and the issues resulted from human error." Some of the "issues" being referenced here include Donald Duck having 4 fingers on one hand and 5 on the other, the hands on the clocktower appearing warped, the Keyblade's keychain links appearing uneven, Sora's crown-shaped belt chain links melting into each other, the absence of the crown-shaped pattern usually seen on the bottom of Sora's shoes, and various clothing zippers seeming to fade into nothing, among other issues. "Quality is extremely important to us, and updated assets have been implemented where appropriate," the statement continued.

The new art fixes Donald's hand, but other odd flaws remain. The X post that started it all is still up, but elsewhere online, the image has been replaced with a new version. (The official trailer's YouTube thumbnail features a third version of the image , in which Donald's five-fingered hand is simply obscured.) The new image still features many of the strange details players pointed out in the original key art, including the warped crowns on Sora's belt chain, the lack of crowns on his shoe soles, and and the strange links on Mickey's Keyblade keychain. The clocktower's hands look a bit straighter, but for the most part, it appears the main goal was correcting Donald Duck's five-fingered hand, which now features the correct four digits. Disney and Square Enix did not provide any commentary as to how the original image came to be. Disney is known to be incredibly protective of its characters and how they are represented, presenting artists with strict guides on how to draw them. So it's hard to imagine how an image of a nine-fingered Donald Duck managed to come into existence to begin with, let alone how it slipped past every entity who had to approve it.

Diablo 4 Season 15 will receive a new character Rebirth feature--one that will allow players to convert Eternal Realm characters into seasonal ones. Usually, it goes the opposite way. Characters at the end of a season are automatically converted into non-seasonal Eternal Realm ones, where they typically languish in neglect until they need to be deleted to make room for new seasonal characters.  As part of the newly detailed Season 15, developer Blizzard will instead let players continue to play the same character by using the Rebirth function to transfer Eternal Realm characters to the seasonal realm. That character's level will be reset to level one, but their total playtime will remain intact, as will their class, name, appearance, and cosmetic preferences, including their selected pets, transmogs, mounts, portals, and headstones. It's basically everything else that resets. Any equipped gear or gear in a character's inventory will be lost upon using Rebirth, though players will be prompted with a warning screen before completing the process. Players can then decide if they want to throw all their gear into their Eternal Realm stash before proceeding.

Diablo 4's upcoming Rebirth feature will reset characters to level one. Overall, it sounds like a nice addition for those who like to play the same class every season, want to cut down on the number of characters taking up space, or just want an easier way to track the hundreds of hours they've spent playing Diablo 4.  The new Rebirth feature, however, isn't the only new addition coming in Diablo 4 Season 15. Blizzard additionally announced iconic items from past Diablo games will be making their way into Diablo 4 starting with the new season, including items like Diablo 2's Stone of Jordan and Diablo 3's Ring of Royal Grandeur. The season will additionally add new Overland activities like challenge dungeons and open-world ambushes, as well as a new type of socketable, Soul Splinters, that come with powerful benefits but also potent downsides. Diablo 4 is currently in the middle of Season 14, a season that brought massive changes to Mythic items but was met with largely negative reception from players. Recent updates have alleviated some of those issues , but Blizzard is planning additional Mythic item changes, including more deterministic ways to craft them, for Season 15.  Blizzard is keeping some details about Season 15 to its chest, promising there will be more information (and reveals) at BlizzCon September 12-13. Some of Diablo 4 Season 15's new features and changes will be playable on the game's public-test realm August 4-11. Season 15 proper is expected to start in September after BlizzCon.

There will be new Ado x Pusheen merchandise at Lollapalooza 2026 alongside the singer performing some of her songs at the event on August 2, 2026 . The collection will first appear at Official Lollapalooza 2026 Aftershow starting at about 8pm CT on July 31, 2026. After that, a pop-up shop will be at the Chicago Rotofugi at 2780 N Lincoln Ave between August 1-6, 2026. It is unknown if these items will be more widely available after the concert. The announcement didn’t explain what kinds of Ado x Pusheen merchandise we might see at the event. Instead, the reveal was only accompanied by the official art of Ado with cat ears and a tail holding Pusheen. In the past, we’ve seen Pusheen stickers, t-shirts, pins, plush , and other accessories and items. As for Ado, there are often shirts, pins, figures , plush, posters, and stickers with her image on them. Here’s the first piece of teaser art for this merchandise line. Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+

Image via Claire Belton, Ado, Pusheen Corp, and Cloud Nine Previous Ado crossover merchandise included a One Piece figure. In addition to the Ado Lollapalooza 2026 performance, she’s been active in other ways. There was a The Songs You Want Ado to Cover Song Voting poll for her second Utattemita album in June 2026, and she performed on a Rhythm Heaven Groove song . The Ado x Pusheen merchandise will be sold at the Official Lollapalooza 2026 Aftershow at the Aragon Ballroom in Chicago, IL on July 31, 2026, and the pop-up shop will be at Rotofugi in Chicago, IL between August 1-6, 2026. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

New gameplay trailer released. We’re all familiar with the Battle of Britain and Pearl Harbour, but there are some parts of World War 2 that rarely get told by Western media. The Second Sino-Japanese War, a long-running conflict between the Republic of China and the Empire of Japan, is one such example. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Diablo 4's next season will see the return of some of the most iconic items from throughout the franchise's history, including powerful rings like Stone of Jordan and Ring of Royal Grandeur. The currently ongoing Season 14 hasn't exactly been Diablo 4's best season, but Blizzard is looking to give players an early preview of what's coming in Season 15 with a playable public-test realm build available August 4-11. As detailed in an official blog post , it's a season that looks to introduce several new systems and changes. First and foremost is the arrival of fan-favorite items from previous Diablo games as Uniques. Blizzard announced a total of 10 items returning from the original Diablo, Diablo 2, and Diablo 3, and they are ones that will be "instantly recognizable to veteran players." Five of these "Legacy Uniques" will be usable by every class, while the other five will be available to a selection of different classes. These will all be permanent additions to the game. The full list of Legacy Uniques being added are:  Leoric's Crown (Helm) Nemesis Bracers (Gloves) Ring of Royal Grandeur (Ring) Stone of Jordan (Ring) Squirt's Blouse* (Chest) *Squirt's Necklace from Diablo 3 incorporated into a Chest piece Multiple Classes: Arioc's Needle (2H Polearm) - Barbarian, Druid, Spiritborn Henri's Perquisition (Offhand Focus) - Sorcerer, Necromancer, Warlock In-Geom (1H Sword) - Barbarian, Druid, Rogue, Necromancer, Paladin, Warlock The Furnace (2H Mace) - Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Paladin, Warlock Messerschmidt's Reaver (2H Axe) - Barbarian, Druid, Necromancer, Paladin, Warlock Items like Stone of Jordan will no doubt bring back memories for Diablo 2 players. Diablo 3 players, on the other hand, will likely remember Ring of Royal Grandeur, Leoric's Crown, and Squirt's Necklace.

A look at some of the Legacy Uniques coming to Diablo 4. Blizzard has not yet fully revealed each item's Unique affixes for Diablo 4, but did give a preview of a handful. Leoric's Crown, for example, will count as a jewelry item and increase the effect of socketed gems by 75-100%. Other Legacy Uniques like Henri's Perquisition will increase Primary Stat equal to 85-115% of Dexterity. Meanwhile, the Nemesis Bracers will spawn an enemy Elite pack upon interacting with a Shrine. Other new additions coming in Season 15 are more of what Blizzard calls "Overland" activities, such as challenge dungeons that can be discovered in the game's open world as well as demonic ambushes. Players will also be able to use the same character for multiple seasons using a new "Rebirth" feature.  A new power system, Soul Splinters, will give players more options when it comes to choosing what to socket into their gear, though each powerful splinter also comes with a negative downside that must be contended with. An example of some of the splinters players will be able to choose from include one that increases max health but reduces primary resource, one that increases damage at the cost of 100% reduction in Critical Strike chance, and another that grants increased damage reduction at the cost of movement speed.

Some of the socketable Soul Splinters being added in Diablo 4 Season 15. Blizzard made clear that what it's choosing to show for Season 15 as part of the PTR isn't everything that will be coming, as it's saving some details and reveals for BlizzCon on September 12-13. Diablo 4's current season brought massive changes to Mythic items that didn't find many fans, though Blizzard has eased some of its major pain points in subsequent patches . For Season 15, Blizzard said it will continue to make improvements to Mythics, with the ability to craft Mythic items becoming more deterministic and less random.

A Silent Hill: Townfall PlayStation Blog interview with Producer Motoi Okamoto and Director and Writer Jon McKellan went over some details about what we can expect from this entry’s endings. Part of that included confirmation of “three main endings” and no need to unlock any of those by completing the game at least once. However, there is one confirmed secret ending so far. Jon McKellan first went over how we will earn the differet Silent Hill: Townfall endings. The Screen Burn member noted different actions taken throughout the game will build up to one of the three options. The statement mentioned results “aren’t determined by a simple binary choice at the end.” It was Motoi Okamoto who mentioned we don’t need to unlock most Silent Hill: Townfall endings and brought up the secret one. He told Sony, “All three main endings can be reached right from your first playthrough, whereas the secret ending becomes accessible after clearing the game once. It follows a structure similar to the original Silent Hill and Silent Hill 2 , meaning players won’t be forced to replay the game two or three times just to see all primary endings.” We should learn even more about Silent Hill: Townfall soon. It will be one of Konami’s gamescom 2026 titles . Silent Hill: Townfall will come to the PS5 and PC on September 24, 2026 . Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+

It's time for PlayStation to up its game. It’s been almost a month since Sony announced its decision to cease manufacturing physical games in 2028, and it hasn’t uttered a word since. While parts of the PlayStation community plot a blackout in protest , I think it’s also worth considering how the company could improve on its existing digital marketplace. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

2025: The Touhou Nintendo Switch news just keeps coming in, and now we know that Fantasy Maiden Wars: Dream of the Stray Dreamer will be released on the platform in English. Fans will be able to grab it in 2025. Fantasy Maiden Wars: Dream of the Stray Dreamer is a fantasy tactical RPG in which players command over 70 characters... The post Fantasy Maiden Wars: Dream of the Stray Dreamer finally launching on Nintendo Switch, English confirmed [update: out now] appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

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Where you there when Carmine's gun jammed? As we draw ever closer to the Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer Beta (August 6-10 for players who pre-ordered or subscribe to XGP Ultimate/PC, followed by the Open Beta from August 13-17) we thought now would be the perfect time to ask about your first experience with the series. For many of us who chainsawed our first Locust grub in the OG Gears of War , will most likely remember that iconic Mad World trailer . We fell in love with Gears for its gritty cover-based badassery unlike anything out at the time. It also helped that Gears got into its groove during the golden era of gaming, when the Xbox 360 dominated and Gears was right in the thick of it. Read the full article on purexbox.com

Publisher tinyBuild and developer Fair Play Labs have announced the release date for SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed on Nintendo Switch. The game is set to launch on September 3. SpeedRunners first released in 2016 and is currently available on Nintendo Switch. The sequel aims to build on the original’s success while introducing high-definition visuals and improved netcode. Here’s some... The post SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

The gig economy comes for us all in the end, and if you've ever worked a few Uber shifts, you'll be well aware how some customers are a bit… odd . That's the vibe that Rideshare Stimulator--no, that is not a typo, and the game title is stylized as Rideshare "Stimulator" for some reason, but we're not doing that--is attempting to capture. https://youtu.be/lQxBAE1tE8g Like the many, many simulator games on the market, Rideshare Stimulator is aiming to authentically replicate what it's like to be a rideshare driver in the age of late-stage capitalism, making it look like Crazy Taxi without any of the over-the-top action of ferrying people about--and you'll have to boot up Spotify if you want to hear The Offspring during your digital shift. Described as an immersive driving game, players will have to race the clock, keep their car in good condition, and keep passengers happy if they want to earn a rating, review, and tip. Each passenger has their own story, and we really can't wait to hear how one guy dressed like a Temu Mutant Ninja Turtle got kicked out of an aquarium. Along the way, you can keep your car clean, dodge traffic, and upgrade your skills. The game is being published by Saber Interactive, a company that has branched out into immersive titles over the last couple of years, like Bus Bound, Roadcraft, and the completely accurate grimdark-simulator Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 . There's no release date for it yet, but Rideshare Stimulator will be coming to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S eventually--check that your GPS is on so that it can find you. The Best Simulation Games To Play Right Now

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What's going on back there? Saber Interactive really has been making in-roads when it comes to the driving simulator genre, and its latest effort might be its most interesting yet. The company has just announced Rideshare "Stimulator" — yes, the speech marks are part of the title, which I'm irrationally angry about — and it's essentially a game about ferrying around passengers with crazy stories to tell. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Good Smile Company pre-orders opened for the Silent Hill f Hinako Shimizu Nendoroid alongside a social media reminder that a Fox Mask one and figma figure of her are also on the way. She’ll launch in Japan in March 2027, followed by a worldwide release in Q2 2027. She’ll cost ￥6,900 / $45. 99 . Getting her through Good Smile Company’s official storefronts will also net you her letters accessory, but you won’t get that if you go through places like its Amazon storefront . The Hinako Nendoroid is a pretty basic release. You get three face plates with the figure. One features a neutral expression, she’s smiling in another, and the third features her looking a little stressed out as she’s gritting her teeth. She comes with one of her red capsule pills, which is attached to a hand part, and an iron pipe she can use as a weapon. The inside of the box can also be used as a display backdrop. She also comes with some arm parts that make it look like her shirt sleeve is torn. Here are the first photos of the figure from Good Smile Company:

Image via Konami and Good Smile Company The other two figures are still early in development. When Good Smile Company teased those again, it only showed the concept art and announcement images. With Fox Mask, there is still the concept art that we saw back during the Nendoroid FUNS 2026 Winter showcase in February 2026. There are some little Silent Hill f figures available, however. Bandai Namco added both Hinako and Fox Mask to the Machiboke Gashapon line . Those appeared in a release alongside James Sunderland and Pyramid Head from Silent Hill 2 . The Silent Hill f Hinako Shimizu Nendoroid will show up in Japan in March 2027 ahead of the worldwide debut of the figure in Q2 2027. Pre-orders are open until September 16, 2026. The gameis available for the PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

Even for Pokemon fans, Pokemon Fishing Contest DS is likely a title they’ve never heard of. Originally released in 2005, Pokemon Fishing Contest DS was a fishing mini-game distributed exclusively through DS Download Play. It could only be accessed at special events and Pokemon Center locations in Japan, where players downloaded it via local wireless. The game remained on the... The post Rare lost Pokemon Nintendo DS game seemingly appears for sale on eBay appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Despite losing a staggering amount of staff in a recent layoff , developer ZeniMax Online Studios (ZOS) has reiterated that The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) is "here to stay," and the team has dropped a new roadmap to prove that more content is still coming to the popular MMORPG. In a July 30 news post on ESO's official website , game director Nick Giacomini outlined what you can expect from the MMORPG in 2026 and 2027. Many of the most anticipated changes, such as the combat and class refresh and Update 52, have been pushed to next year to focus on "quality experiences over calendar dates." In acknowledging the disappointment this may cause, Giacomini confirmed ESO has a slew of new content still coming for the rest of this year. This includes Update 51 (which launches on September 28 instead of September 21 as part of season one) and its new challenge, quality-of-life improvements, and game system. Then on October 21, season two comes out with the introduction of solo dungeons, Tamriel Tome improvements, and free DLC. In short, it's a great time to either get into ESO or come back to the MMORPG. And I speak from experience as, having fallen off the game about a year after it launched but recently picked it back up because of boredom, it feels better and livelier now. "We've had bumps in the road over our 12-year history that we've always faced together," Giacomini said. "As our studio evolves, we are not looking to just 'maintain' the game. We are looking to grow it. You, our community, are the reason we have grown over the years, and we want to keep growing with you." You can check out ESO's full content roadmap in the bullet list below, alongside pictures illustrating what's to come soon. Coming To ESO In 2026

A deeper breakdown of the next few months of content for ESO. Season One Update 51 will now launch one week later, on September 28, and it will include: A new challenge: The Nowhere Vault A new game system: Rumors Player experience improvements: Achievement pinning, Customizable HUD (on keyboard platforms), Hybridization, Antiquities improvements, Transmute Stations in Cyrodiil, and multiple quality-of-life updates like Housing Tab Sorter, Quest Starter Language, and Eidetic Memory improvements  Everything else in Season One will run as planned, along with a few additions to thank you for your patience: Live now: New Sheogorath story quests and Golden Pursuit  August 5-12: Whitestrake’s Mayhem event August 20-September 17: A brand-new Golden Pursuit campaign called “Straight to the Crate,” where you can earn up to 20 free Crown Crates September 30-October 14: The new High Seas of Tamriel event And three-sided Battlegrounds will return permanently on September 28, with Update 51.

A look at what's in store for Season One and Season Two Season Two Launching October 21, 2026, Season Two will feature: Solo Dungeons: Moon Hunter Keep and March of Sacrifices.  To celebrate the launch of Solo Dungeons, we’ve decided to make the group versions of these dungeons free for all players on October 12, 2026.  The Greymoor Chapter and Markarth DLC will become free for all players on November 9, 2026. We’re adding a new Golden Pursuit to highlight Skyrim and the (now available to everyone) Antiquities system from November 9 to December 2.  Improvements to the Tamriel Tome, including expanded Challenges for broader playstyles, higher Tome Point rollover cap, and more.  Frost Atronach crate rewards will be available in the Gold Coast Bazaar.  Witches Festival and the New Life Festival events will return as usual.  Coming To ESO In 2027 The new trial, Crimson Veldt. We’re pushing boundaries with this trial, including mounted combat that we think you’ll love, and we simply need more time to ensure the experience exceeds your expectations.  Update 52 will move to January of 2027. We expect this to include the launch of the Jerall Pass PvP zone and Skyrim’s Dynamic Encounters: Rimegales. For the Class and Combat refresh, we are targeting 2027 for the next refresh. However, we are discussing some interim options for the classes still awaiting their full refresh to improve your player experience in the meantime.

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This year marks several big video game anniversaries, from the 25th anniversary of Halo to the Super NES turning 35, and publisher Bethesda Softworks is celebrating 40 years in the industry with a brand-new logo. The company unveiled the new design today, which has a very cyberpunk-inspired look to it with its choice of font, colors, and subtle decorative elements. "40 years of adventures. Here's to the worlds we've built together... and those still to come. We're marking the occasion with a logo inspired by our roots," Bethesda wrote online.

The new logo is a massive departure from the previous ones used by the company, which started with handcrafted art and eventually morphed into something that lacked any personality whatsoever. It's not clear yet if this will be the company's long-term logo for the foreseeable future, but for now, it's a nostalgic way to celebrate its history. Bethesda Softworks has largely used the same logo for 25 years, with the first one being a straightforward line of text and a splash of color that would be used until 2010. Those few distinctive elements would be removed entirely in 2010, with the font being completely black and the "Softworks" wording dropped altogether. It's worth noting that Bethesda Softworks shouldn't be confused with Bethesda Game Studios, the internal developer at the company responsible for titles like The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Starfield. The studio has also used the same logo for 25 years: a line of text with a stylized cog behind it.

The older Bethesda Softworks logos The publisher's new visual identity probably isn't teasing a new cyberpunk game anyway--although fans of the genre are eating well with upcoming Blade Runner and Neuromancer TV series. For now, Bethesda is focused on a massive expansion of the Fallout franchise. Bethesda recently re-confirmed that Fallout 5 is in development alongside remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas. Obsidian Entertainment is also working on a new Fallout game , so there's going to be a whole lot of post-apocalyptic adventures to look forward to in the future. As for The Elder Scrolls 6, game director Todd Howard said that the majority of the developers at Bethesda Game Studios are working on it, and they want to stick the landing when it eventually releases.

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Bungo Stray Dogs: Tales of the Lost mobile game will shut down worldwide on July 31, 2026 . The announcement came in essentially a day ahead of the closure. It’s been running since December 2017 in Japan and November 2018 worldwide, and it mainly followed the adventures and characters from the anime and manga series .  The reason for the short notice and sudden closure of Bungo Stray Dogs: Tales of the Lost is due to the fact that Ambition, the company behind the game, shut down. As a result, the game is immediately gone too. The statement also said the Terms of Service noted there will be no Ability Stones refunds for people who were playing toward the end. It also did note players can email info@bungo-tales.com , but also said people might not get responses “due to the high volume of inquiries anticipated.” In case you didn’t get a chance to play, here’s a trailer from Crunchyroll that showed how things worked. It was basically a Bust-a-Move/Puzzle Bobble style puzzle game with RPG elements. Based on how you matched bubbles, folks on your team would attack. In addition to the story segments, original events with new storylines featuring the characters appeared in it. Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ Bungo Stray Dogs: Tales of the Lost is available on Android and iOS mobile devices, and the game will end worldwide on July 31, 2026. Yen Press handles the manga outside Japan, and the anime is streaming on Crunchyroll. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

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Launching September 24 on PlayStation 5, Silent Hill: Townfall marks the latest entry in the iconic psychological horror franchise. In this article, we bring you insights from Motoi Okamoto, producer for the Silent Hill series at Konami and Jon McKellan, writer and director at Scotland-based developer Screen Burn Interactive. Could you share why you chose Screen Burn as the development team for this title? Motoi Okamoto: We were introduced to Screen Burn by Annapurna Interactive, who co-published the title with us. Annapurna has an incredible track record of success with narrative and art-driven indie games, so we fully trusted their taste. I had personally played Screen Burn’s previous titles Stories Untold and Observation, and both were fantastic, so I felt confident leaving the project in their hands.

When asking Jon to handle the narrative, were there any specific requirements or guidelines regarding what makes a game “Silent Hill?” Okamoto: While Konami does have an internal “bible” or storyline guidelines, I believe the most crucial part of the process is for the developers and writers themselves to analyze the Silent Hill series and build their own bible. Handing over a thick manual from our end wouldn’t necessarily resonate with a team. That’s why we ask every development team we collaborate with to go through that personal discovery process. What were your thoughts on setting the game in Scotland? Jon McKellan: Scotland is where we grew up; it’s the environment most familiar and natural for us to depict. To create a meticulous, persuasive setting, we felt it was essential to build a world we knew inside and out. That’s why we chose Scotland. On top of that, Scotland is naturally a very foggy region, making it a perfect fit for Silent Hill. There were times when we’d take photos outside and think, “We’re literally standing in Silent Hill right now…”

Okamoto: Silent Hill frequently collaborates with development studios worldwide. Through these partnerships, we can blend diverse regional cultures and perspectives to deliver fresh, innovative horror experiences.

This title marks the first full-length Silent Hill game to adopt a first-person perspective. While Silent Hill: The Short Message (released in 2024) also used first-person viewpoint, it was a smaller standalone experience. Despite being developed by different teams, did that title influence Silent Hill: Townfall? Okamoto: Beyond having different developers, the production timelines were completely different, so there was no direct exchange of technical know-how. The fact that both Silent Hill: Townfall and Silent Hill: The Short Message ended up in first-person was purely coincidental. McKellan: Since there was no overlap, our team at Screen Burn was able to play Silent Hill: The Short Message with a completely fresh perspective. For Silent Hill: Townfall, a first-person viewpoint was an indispensable foundation for integrating the mechanics around the CRTV device. Honestly, the CRTV couldn’t work from any other perspective. While the first-person view brings many changes compared to traditional titles in the series, we took great care to maintain that distinct, atmospheric Silent Hill feel and presentation.

What was the motivation behind evolving the series’ iconic radio into the CRTV? McKellan: The concept of changing the radio to the CRTV was there from the very start of development. In the earliest stages, it was a standard radio, but we set a challenge for ourselves: how could we make the radio an active tool rather than a passive one? By turning it into a visual device where you can watch video signals in addition to hearing audio, the possibilities exploded—from how we handle narrative presentation to how it integrates into gameplay, like stealth. Plus, as you might be able to tell from Screen Burn’s past games, figuring out how to manipulate slightly outdated analog technology is right up our alley. Are there scenes that simply couldn’t exist without the CRTV? McKellan: So much of the presentation and gameplay was designed around the premise of the CRTV. Rather than asking “Which scenes couldn’t exist without it?”, we approached development by asking, “How can we best leverage this device to its fullest potential in every moment?”

Could you tell us more about your meticulous, almost obsessive, dedication to recreating retro gadgets and environments? How do you feel that enhances the Silent Hill experience? McKellan: Older analog tech and gadgets mean a lot to us, and we have a real fondness for them. Nostalgic elements like these are things that not just us, but players everywhere have touched and experienced, evoking a sense of familiarity. We deliberately designed moments that play against those nostalgic feelings. In a modern context, analog technology feels a bit unstable, unreliable, or hard to trust completely. We wanted to create a situation where players have to rely on this device to survive, even while feeling uneasy about relying on it too much. As for our environmental design, we take pride in saying it borders on obsession. Believing that a place actually exists is what makes players truly care about it, and making players care is the most important thing of all. Red and black are used very prominently in this game. What was the intention behind this color palette? McKellan: Part of it is simply that they are a striking pair of colors, but as you progress through the game, players will discover that these two colors hold a deeply symbolic and vital significance for our protagonist, Simon.

The creatures in Silent Hill: Townfall feel tougher than in previous entries. Is the game balanced to favor stealth over combat? McKellan: We’ve provided players with multiple options to handle encounters. Rather than forcing a single playstyle, we want players to experiment and discover which approach feels most effective or suitable for each situation as they fight to survive. How did you approach the concept of multiple endings? McKellan: The endings in Silent Hill: Townfall aren’t determined by a simple binary choice at the end. Instead, the culmination of the player’s actions throughout their playthrough dictates which ending they reach. We designed this freedom so that the ending feels genuinely earned based on the player’s unique journey. Okamoto: All three main endings can be reached right from your first playthrough, whereas the secret ending becomes accessible after clearing the game once. It follows a structure similar to the original Silent Hill and Silent Hill 2, meaning players won’t be forced to replay the game two or three times just to see all primary endings.

Could you share how PS5 features like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers enhance the game’s presentation? McKellan: Through the DualSense wireless controller’s adaptive triggers, players won’t just feel the weight of firearms—haptics allow you to literally feel the footsteps of certain approaching creatures right in your hands. Motion control (gyro) also enables intuitive aiming. Early in development, I was actually a bit skeptical about how well motion controls would fit, but once we implemented them in-game, it felt so natural that I couldn’t go back to traditional controls. Using motion controls, you can also manipulate the map as if holding it directly in your hands. Additionally, certain puzzles require you to physically tilt the CRTV—mimicking the everyday motion of holding up a phone to search for a signal, which is another fun way we’ve integrated the motion controls. As a producer, how do you feel about the DualSense controller’s adaptive triggers and haptic feedback? Okamoto: The Silent Hill series has historically been praised for its visuals and sound, but with the PS5, being able to bring the sense of touch into the horror experience feels like a massive step forward.

3D Audio is another crucial element for modern horror. How have you used sound design to heighten the terror in Silent Hill: Townfall? McKellan: Because Silent Hill: Townfall is played in first-person, your visual field of view is naturally restricted, making audio far more important. We intentionally created situations in which players must rely heavily on subtle noises and audio cues to perceive threats lurking beyond what their eyes can see. Silent Hill: Townfall launches on PS5 September 24 .

Good Smile Company announced that, due to the demand for the new figures of Junji Ito horror icon Tomie decked out with accessories tied to Sanrio character Hello Kitty, there will be a second round of pre-orders for the statue. There is also a new product page on the Japanese site that notes the latest orders will ship in June 2027 in Japan, rather than May 2027. The US storefront listing also updated and now shows a Q1 2028 release window for any new purchases. The price remains unchanged for this second round, so it still will cost $149. 99 / 18,800 yen. It isn’t showing up on the Good Smile Company Amazon storefront yet There seems to be no change to the date pre-orders end. The Japanese listing and announcement page both mention people who are buying the figure now can do so until September 23, 2026. After that point, someone would need to wait until launch to see if there are any additional figures available via the direct storefront or Amazon .  As a reminder, this is a static, greyscale figure of a gyaru version of Tomie wearing a school uniform and a lot of accessories based on Hello Kitty. It comes with no additional parts or accessories. When displayed, it stands at five and a half inches tall (140mm). It follows other kinds of Junji Ito Sanrio crossover merchandise like stickers, shirts, and clear files . Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ The first round of pre-orders for the Gyaru Tomie Hello Kitty Junji Ito figure will show up in Japan in May 2027, and later worldwide in Q4 2027. The second round pre-orders will ship in Japan in June 2027 and globally in Q1 2028. All pre-orders will on September 23, 2026.  We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

Human translated, but Claude code was used to "decode" the Loopy's Hitachi SH-1. I can't help but be a little fascinated by the Casio Loopy. Released exclusively in Japan in 1995, it was a 32-bit console primarily targeted at young female gamers and was really unlike many other systems at the time, with one of its key gimmicks being a built-in thermal colour printer that players could use to create stickers from their screenshots. Because of this, it's become a pretty popular console to own among some of the more dedicated collectors of Japanese hardware, as well as a point of interest for Western players keen to learn more about its obscure library, which remarkably consists of just 10 games (or 11, if you count the Magical Shop peripheral). Read the full article on timeextension.com

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Off to a Fryeing start. We've got our latest look at the Japanese physical charts from Famitsu, and as will come as a surprise to absolutely nobody, Splatoon Raiders has got off to a flying start. The series is huge in Japan, and Raiders' week-one numbers show it. The spin-off racked up 474,684 sales in its opening week, comfortably pushing Rhythm Heaven Groove down a peg to second. It's a far cry from Splatoon 3 , which became Japan's fastest-selling Nintendo game ever back in 2023 with 3. 45 million sales in its first three days (physical and digital, mind you), but it's nothing to be sniffed at. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Lies of P! Big Walk! Bokura! The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch 1 & 2 eShop - Highlights Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Nintendo, 30th Jul, $69. 99) - Lost in a sea of clouds, entire civilizations rest on the backs of Titans. As the giant beasts march toward death, the last hope is a scavenger named Rex – and Pyra, a living weapon known as a Blade. Lead them to countless strategic victories as you search for the fabled paradise Pyra calls home. This journey has been enhanced with 4K resolution in TV mode, and full HD in handheld mode, at 60 frames per second — and with smoother and sharper cutscenes. New content and features – such as a new Rare Blade named Momo and an action battle mode called Merc Assault – have also been added. If you already own the Nintendo Switch version, you can purchase the upgrade pack. (We're currently playing the NS2 upgrade - we'll have our impressions with you soon.) Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Following the June 2026 Nintendo Direct reveal , there’s now a minor update regarding the Switch 2 The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. As pointed out by BY2K on Resetera, there’s now an ESRB rating on the eShop listing for the upcoming action-RPG. It will be rated Everyone 10+, just like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D for the 3DS . [Thanks, Resetera !] The official ESRB site doesn’t feature a listing for the game yet. It only shows the GameCube/Wii/Wii U and 3DS versions. So there are no exact explanations as to why there’s an Everyone 10+ right now with any potential examples. The only descriptors on the official eShop mention “animated blood” and “fantasy violence.”  All we really know about this new remake stems from that trailer we saw last month. It primarily set the stage for the game, before showing a brief glimpse of young Link’s hands. In case you missed that, here’s that trailer. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake is in development and will release in 2026. The original game could be found on the Nintendo 64, with a GameCube port and Wii and Wii U Virtual Console releases following that. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D appeared on the 3DS in 2011.

Horde Siege, PVP, and more. The first round of previews for Gears of War: E-Day have dropped and they're all saying the same time - Horde mode rocks. The Coalition's next game is a prequel to the original Gears of War , focusing on the iconic brotherhood between Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago. Set during the darkest chapter in Gears history, Emergence Day has been built from the ground up, introducing major changes to movement and the series' staple co-op survival mode, Horde. Read the full article on purexbox.com

Approximate length announced. September is the apocalypse for new console releases, with games like Marvel’s Wolverine and The Blood of Dawnwalker all vying for your attention. If you were hoping Control Resonant would be a breezy campaign you could beat in around 10 hours like its predecessor, then – well, think again. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Analytics company LevelUp has shared stats with The Game Business which reveal the top 20 most-anticipated games of 2026, with the new Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Nintendo Switch 2 topping the charts. LevelUp’s data is for the best-performing trailers this year, the games generating the most video views, and the titles that the press are writing about the... The post Data shows top 20 most-anticipated games of 2026, Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on top appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Jason Momoa makes his big entrance. The live action Street Fighter movie continues to pass the sniff test, with this scene introducing Jason Momoa’s Blanka. Much like previous trailers for the upcoming film, it all looks absolutely ridiculous in the best possible way. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

It's a good time to be a first generation Pokemon fan. But when was it not a good time to be one? In recent weeks we've seen a native LOVE2D recreation of Pokemon Red and Blue, allowing for easy porting and easy modding of the classic titles. Just yesterday the project got a huge update, bringing Pokemon Yellow into the mix, and since then we've seen a slurry of minor patches to fix bugs as they're spotted. The project by itself is fantastic, featuring releases for... Read more

Level up twice as fast. If you’re interested in PS Plus Essential game Dying Light 2 , but not sure if you can be arsed with another open world grind – well, there’s good news, courtesy of dev Techland. The Polish studio is plotting patch v1. 29 on 3rd August, a day before the game’s addition to PS Plus Essential . Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Guns and Bruises. If you want a break from the cosiness, then we might have just the game for you. Developer CIRCLEfromDOT has today launched its top-down shooter, Kusan: City of Wolves , on the Switch eShop. It's fast, it's gruesome, and it's got more than a little Hotline Miami thrown in there for good measure. You play as Jin, "an ex-soldier turned gun-for-hire," who has to shoot his way through a tower block packed with baddies to protect a young girl capable of blowing up the city. Did we mention that Jin is also a panther, or some other big cat? That feels important. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

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It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of July 30, 2026. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Big Walk, Lies of P, and more. Here’s the full roundup: Switch 2 Retail Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – $69. 99 Switch 2... The post Nintendo Download – July 30, 2026 (North America) – Xenoblade 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Big Walk, Lies of P, more appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

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Today, Curve Games and RubberBandGames unveiled a new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition for Wobbly Life. It will be available on August 20, 2026. The physics sandbox introduces new multiplayer features, seamless save migration, and the complete Space Update on Nintendo Switch 2. Here’s some additional information: For those who have yet to take their first shaky steps onto Wobbly Island,... The post Wobbly Life – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition announced appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

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The latest Japanese hardware sales from Famitsu are as follows: Switch 2 – 50,168 PS5 Digital Edition – 8,512 Switch Lite – 3,771 Switch OLED – 2,770 Switch – 626 PS5 Pro – 363 PS5 – 309 Xbox Series X – 71 Xbox Series X Digital Edition – 57 Xbox Series X – 23 For comparison’s sake, here are the... The post Famitsu sales (7/20/26 – 7/26/26) – first week sales revealed for Splatoon Raiders, big Nintendo Switch 2 boost appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

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Croc and roll. Publisher and developer Argonaut Games has announced its second remaster release; it's bringing back Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos, with its originally scrapped subtitle now intact. Yes, the sequel to Croc: Legend of the Gobbos , which was brought back on modern platforms last year, is on the way, scheduled for release on PS5 and PS4 in Q4 2026. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

It's fun, but is it Gears? Gears of War is one-third of the Xbox holy trinity, and a series I've loved for almost two decades thanks to its unique cover-based brutality. No matter which entry you boot up, chainsawing through a shredded Locust simply never gets old. It's been a long six years since Gears 5 , and whilst I've been champing at the bit to finally get my hands on Gears of War: E-Day , after spending time with its multiplayer, I came away wondering whether it's suffering something of an identity crisis. It’s undoubtedly fun, but whether it still feels like Gears is another question entirely. Read the full article on purexbox.com

"The guys that came up with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pitched Andy first". Steve Lang's unused artwork for the SNES title Battletoads in Battlemaniacs I have a confession to make; embarrassing as it may be, I'm absolutely fascinated with DIC's animated pilot for its undeveloped Battletoads cartoon series. Read the full article on timeextension.com

School of Croc. The team at Argonaut Games made it no secret that if last year's Croc: Legend of the Gobbos remaster performed well enough at launch, turning to the sequel would be the logical next step. Well, guess what has been announced today... That's right, a Croc 2 Kingdom of the Gobbos (going back to the name used in the sequel's development) remaster is now in development and will launch digitally on Switch in Q4 2026 . Read the full article on nintendolife.com

And it looks pretty easy. We're just one week away from the release of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls on PS5 and PC, and assuming the issues from the open beta are fixed, we should be in for a great new fighting game. Occasionally, Trophy lists pop up online a few days before a game is due to launch. That's usually not the case for Sony-published titles, but someone appears to have gotten their hands on Tokon's list of trinkets. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Unconnected delay causes confusion. The Neo Geo AES+ is due for release later this year, but a recent post on social media has had people fretting about it potentially be delayed until next year. "The release of the NEOGEO AES+ has been postponed from November this year to September next year," reported majinemui7638 , adding that "those who pre-ordered should have received an email about the delay by now." Read the full article on timeextension.com

Not long after its digital debut, Elementallis has been announced for physical release on Nintendo Switch. Copies will go out in Q4 2026. Elementallis will have a standalone version containing a reversible cover and instruction booklet. Also planned is a collector’s edition, which adds a special box, hero pin, double-sided poster, 50-page art book, sticker and postcard set, and soundtrack... The post Elementallis to receive Nintendo Switch physical release appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

A new dimension awaits. PSVR2 hasn’t received the support it deserves from manufacturer Sony, but it’s still a great piece of kit with a lot of games available. And in the US, it’s $100 off until 10th August, via PS Direct . This means you can get the headset and its controllers for just $299. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

The expansion is coming next year, more than a decade after the last one… Source

The physical Switch 2 Edition of the first Xenoblade Chronicles is also out today… Source

"We're still having internal discussions". Physical video games have become a hot topic ever since Sony announced its move to stop making discs for PlayStation software, starting in 2028. While the market clearly shows digital games make up the vast majority of sales these days, many have voiced their concerns about losing physical media altogether. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

(un)Boxing Day. Nintendo's rollout for the Xenoblade trilogy on Switch 2 has been immensely confusing with its digital/physical split, so this is your friendly reminder that if you're after Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition physically on the new hardware, it's available today. That's right, after launching digitally as a surprise shadow drop back in the June Direct , the first game's physical has finally arrived in stores and online for £58. 99 / $69. 99 (or a little cheaper from some stores). Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Did you spot this reference? If I asked you to name a retro game featuring Mike Tyson, your first thought would likely be Punch Out!! for the NES, and understandably so. After all, the boxer's name was in the title, acting as a clever piece of marketing to win over audiences at the time. What you might not know, though, is there's actually another game released a few years later that featured a surprising cameo from the boxer — one you potentially could have blinked-and-missed if you didn't know where to look. And no, before you say anything, it's not Street Fighter 2 . Read the full article on timeextension.com

According to the latest reports, Hound13 has confirmed a port of DragonSword: Awakening to an unspecified Nintendo console. This follows the title surpassing 200,000 in sales on PC after releasing on the platform only a week ago. Here’s a description of the game: [A Boy’s Breathtaking Journey to Save the World Begins] Lute, a young boy traveling toward... The post DragonSword: Awakening coming to Nintendo appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

The Famicom action adventure is releasing outside of Japan for the first time… Source

2. 5D roguelike beat ’em up game Mexican Ninja will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series… Source

How to unlock a new Blade and play the Merc Assault mode in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition… Source

Seems like a good fit to me. One game we've been keeping an eye on here at Push Square Towers — mostly because it looks like it leapt out of Sammy's imagination — is Stupid Never Dies , a game about a zombie trying to revive his non-zombie girlfriend who froze to death. It's pretty hard to ignore a setup like that, and the game itself looks like the sort of madcap nonsense you'd get around 20 years ago, which also endears us to it. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

But you'll have to wait for it. Thimbleweed Park was one of those early Switch eShop delights that many of us completely fell in love with back in 2017, and a decade later, it looks like we're finally getting more. Maniac Mansion co-creators Ron Gilbert and Gary Winnick announced with a fresh Steam page this week that Thimbleweed Park 2 is real, and it's scheduled to release at some point in 2028 . It's a way off, we'll admit, but hey, we can still get excited. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

"I am sad to part with it, but I’m living a more clutter-free life these days". Cosmic Smash is one of Sega's truly cult classics. It had a very limited release in arcades before being ported to the Dreamcast in Japan – a release that also only came in small quantities. However, despite its diminutive reach, the game inspired a sequel recently in the form of the excellent C-Smash VRS , which initially began life as a VR title . Read the full article on timeextension.com

Naoki Hamaguchi says "it would be a shame" if physical releases stopped in the future… Source

'Thimbleweed Park 2' is coming in early 2028. Here's some good news for point-and-click adventure games to brighten their week. Terrible Toybox, the company founded by Lucasfilm Games' legends Ron Gilbert and Gary Winnick, has just announced a sequel to its 2017 point-and-click adventure game Thimbleweed Park . Read the full article on timeextension.com

Xbox content revenue decreased 10% in the last quarter, with hardware revenue declining 13% Source

The latest European Nintendo Downloads for the week of July 30, 2026 are as follows: Switch 2 Retail Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Switch 2 Download Blue Reflection Quartet Bokura Constance Ira Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel Kinki Spiritual Affairs Bureau The Prince of Tennis Doki Doki Survival: Eternal Passion – Tie Break Game – Nintendo Switch 2... The post Nintendo Download – July 30, 2026 (Europe) appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Gravity Game Arise has announced that they’ll be bringing Aeruta to Nintendo Switch. A release date is not yet confirmed. Aeruta is a side scrolling RPG in which you manage a bakery, and defeat monsters for resources. The title will also receive a physical collector’s box edition in Japan, with a physical copy of the game and an art... The post Side scrolling bakery manager Aeruta coming to Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna – The Golden Country has just received an update. This follows the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of the base game, Xenoblade Chronicles 2. As previously reported, the version 2. 0. 0 update brings higher graphical settings when running the game on Nintendo Switch 2.  It should be noted that this update applies to the standalone... The post Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna – The Golden Country 2. 0. 0 update out now, patch notes appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Timed in with XC2's Switch 2 Edition. Alongside the launch of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition today, Nintendo has also released an update for Torna - The Golden Country . This bumps the adventure up to Version 2. 0. 0 . As previously detailed, this is a free Switch 2 upgrade enabling 4K resolution and 60fps in TV mode, and 1080p resolution and 60fps in handheld mode. There are also "no changes" in the Switch version of the title. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Publisher Gravity Game Arise and developer FromDawn will release dungeon exploration and bakery management RPG … Source

Total sales for action RPG DragonSword: Awakening have surpassed 200,000 units, and PlayStation and Nintendo versions … Source

The Defiant, a first-person shooter set against the backdrop of the Second Sino-Japanese War in … Source

Shell yeah! Super Evil Megacorp has announced it's releasing a Switch 2 physical version of its roguelike Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate with the help of Nighthawk Interactive. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Returning in 2026. Nintendo is releasing a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2 this year, and the first rating for the game has now been spotted online. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Koei Tecmo and Gust have a trailer trailer ready for Blue Reflection Quartet, which combines all four entries in the series into a single package. It includes the console games Blue Reflection and Blue Reflection: Second Light, the anime Blue Reflection Ray, and the mobile title Blue Reflection Sun. Here’s a complete overview: The Blue Reflection series depicts the emotions... The post Blue Reflection Quartet launch trailer – full franchise hits Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

The title has sold over 2. 5 million copies worldwide. It's still early days for Capcom's new IP Pragmata , but it seems the future is bright after the title sold over 2. 5 million units since launching in April. The team has already touched on the idea of a sequel, and now an update has been shared alongside the company's latest financial results . Read the full article on nintendolife.com

The PlayStation 5, Switch 2, and Switch versions of the remastered version of fantasy RPG … Source

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You read the headline. Daughter raising sim Volcano Princess , out today on the PS5, has launched with an incredible 236 Trophies to earn . The game, similar to the Princess Maker series, sees you preparing the next monarch by taking on your role as her parent. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

This week, PlayStation 5 players were able to join their Xbox and PC counterparts for the first time in Halo: Campaign Evolved . Console gamers are able to use a classic Halo feature that the PC port seemingly lacks: split-screen co-op. However, a new PC mod restores access to this missing feature. A Halo: Campaign Evolved split-screen co-op mod was posted on Nexus Mods by user Jpurd. As noted by Jpurd, the mod doesn't do anything except unlock the local split-screen option that was already in the game. There are some drawbacks to this AI-created mod. It can only handle two players via split-screen mode even though the game can support 4-player co-op. Users also note that it only works if both players are using a controller, and the mod may be limited to Steam users. Anyone playing Campaign Evolved on PC Game Pass or who purchased a copy from the Microsoft Store may not be able to use the mod at all. The rollout of Campaign Evolved hit a snag last week when players who paid extra for early access on Xbox weren't able to jump into the game alongside PC and PS5 ahead of the official launch. Players were also upset about reports that they needed a PS Plus account to use split-screen co-op , but that turned out to not be the case. It's too soon to say how well Halo: Campaign Evolved will perform across all platforms, but the game's secret ending appears to tease a remake of Halo 2 as well. In the meantime, players can use these codes to claim free armor sets in Campaign Evolved.

Bandai Namco already promised to introduce and show off the Naruto Card Game TCG based on the manga and anime , at Gen Con 2026 , and now it shared trailers and a schedule for further event appearances and reveals. The two videos offer both a “first look” and “overview.” Meanwhile, the game will appear at six other events worldwide before the Summer 2027 debut. This is one of the first new TCGs based on the series since the release of A New Chronicle . The Naruto Card Game “First Look Trailer” is the shorter of the two videos. It begins with clips from the anime adaptation before showing cards for Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha. Then, after watching anime snippets of Sakura Haruno, Orochimaru, Boruto Uzumaki, Itachi Uchiha, Jiraiya, and Tsunade, we get to see six cards based on each of them. Shippuden versions of Naruto and Sasuke cards also appeared. The “Overview Trailer” is a more detailed video that explains more about what we can expect. It confirmed Naruto, Naruto Shippuden, and Boruto will all be represented. It also touches on the four different types of cards that appear, which are Leader, Character/EX Character, Chakra, and Summon. Each deck has one leader, 50 characters, five Chakra, and one summon, for a total of 57. To win, someone needs to get their opponent’s Leader card character’s life points down to 0. Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ Here are some of the first official images that show the cards and card types.

Images via Bandai Namco As for the event appearances, here’s when we’ll see and learn more about Naruto Card Game over the next few months. It will also show up at Bandai Card Games Fest 26-27 events.  July 30, 2026 – August 2, 2026: Gen Con 2026. October 8-11, 2026: New York Comic Con. October 9-11, 2026: PAX Australia. October 22-25, 2026: Paris Games Week. October 22-25, 2026: Spiel Essen. October 28, 2026 – November 1, 2026: Lucca Comics & Games. Bandai Namco also noted that there will be more details about the game shared in December 2026, with tutorial sessions in stores in January 2027. Naruto Card Game will launch in Summer 2027, and it will make its world debut at the Indianapolis, Indiana Gen Con convention between July 30, 2026 and August 2, 2026. The manga is handled by Viz Media, and the anime is streaming on services like Crunchyroll. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

Honey Parade Games stated it will go over a new Senran Kagura announcement called Project N during a broadcast that will stream at 4am PT/7am ET/8pm JST on YouTube on July 31, 2026. It will go over the previously teased mobile title. The company also confirmed the presentation will discuss its plans for Comic Market 108 ahead of that event on August 15-16, 2026. This could offer new insights into how this Senran Kagura game will work. It might also be the broadcast when we’ll learn the full name of the game and if it could appear worldwide. The description mentioned it does take place three years after the events of Shinobi Master Senran Kagura: New Link. It also noted that the voice actresses for Gekko and Senko, Riko Koharu and Akane Fujita, will appear. Both characters are already confirmed to be part of this installment. Shinobi Master Senran Kagura: New Link , which also was known by the Shinomas nickname, debuted back in November 2017 . It ran until May 2025. We never saw that installment appear worldwide. The new Senran Kagura Project N mobile game will appear on Android and iOS devices in 2026, and the next live stream discussing it will appear at 4am PT/7am ET/8pm JST on July 31, 2026

February 27: Announced today, Amata Games and Noto Muteki are working together on a new Nintendo Switch 2 version of Kinki Spiritual Affairs Bureau. Fans can pick up the game later in 2026. Kinki Spiritual Affairs Bureau is a Japanese-style horror third-person shooter. On Nintendo Switch 2, mouse controls will be supported. Some additional information about the game can be... The post Japanese-style horror third-person shooter Kinki Spiritual Affairs Bureau on the way to Nintendo Switch 2 appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

When Saudi Arabia's leveraged buyout of Electronic Arts is finalized, the newly private company won't have to release any financial documents to the public. In the meantime, EA's latest financial disclosure has revealed that CEO Andrew Wilson received a massive $30 million increase in his compensation this year, and he wasn't the only EA executive to reap the rewards. Per EA's report filed with the Security and Exchange Commission , Wilson's compensation package in the previous fiscal year rose by $8 million to $38 million. That total includes bonus payments and stock options. The report also notes that Wilson's $38 million payout has a 305-1 ratio to the $126,612 annual total compensation received by EA's median employee. Another eye-opening fact uncovered in the report notes that Wilson only flies on private planes rather than commercial airliners. According to the filing, Wilson received this perk to ensue "his personal safety and that of his family based on threat intelligence." No particular threats were shared, but it was noted that Wilson's private flights extended to his personal use as well. The sky-high salaries of other EA execs was also shared, including the following individuals: President of EA Entertainment, Laura Miele -- $13. 7 million Chief Financial Officer, Stuart Canfield -- $11. 3 million Chief Legal Officer, Jake Schatz -- $8. 4 million Chief People Officer, Mala Singh -- $8. 3 million Like Wilson's compensation packages, these totals include bonus payments and stock options. The report goes on to tout EA's success in implementing its AI strategy and the financial performance of Battlefield 6 as company highlights. However, EA laid off staff from all four studios under the Battlefield Studios banner earlier this year while characterizing the cuts as a realignment. Miele recently declared that the company's use of AI has led to a " real rise in creativity " among developers who have embraced it. EA's sale to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has also cleared a major hurdle following approval of the European Commission. For now, the deal hasn't been closed yet.

We found out that Feebas and Milotic and the duo’s new habitat will be added in a new Pokemon Pokopia event alongside the DLC news . Anyone who owns the base game will be able to meet and aid the characters. Everything kicks off when Fetching Scales for Feebas begins on August 13, 2026 .  As with all these types of events, you can’t take part until you’ve rebuilt at least one Pokemon Center in one of the available regions in-game. If you do, you’ll see Feebas there once the event begins. If you collect Prism Scales, then those can be traded for different types of beach and water-side furniture like a volleyball net, umbrella, light, life preservers, and a cooler. Once the event ends, arranging those properly into a habitat can make Milotic move to your game. Feebas will also be able to be moved into a home or habitat after the event ends. A number of free events added new Pokemon to Pokemon Pokopia . By completing tasks for the first one who shows up, you can earn items to build habitats for other ones. Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff showed up first. Then, Sableye appeared. Jirachi joined in June 2026. Pokemon Pokopia is available for the Switch 2, and the Fetching Scales for Feebas event that adds that character and Milotic will run August 13-28, 2026. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

World of Warcraft Classic's Hardcore servers are hard enough without having to worry about ambushes from underground, but that's exactly what's happening to unsuspecting low-level players in the game's Stonetalon Mountains zone.  The recent patch 1. 15. 9 introduced various quality-of-life updates to WoW Classic, including improvements to raid frames, nameplates, and even the introduction of the modern game's UI edit mode. Unfortunately, as detailed by players on Reddit and a PSA on Wowhead , it seems the patch also introduced a bug that is teleporting enemies from other Kalimdor zones underneath one spot in particular in Stonetalon Mountains. For normal WoW Classic players, that's not too much of an issue. But on WoW Classic's permadeath server , a group of dozens of high-level enemies hiding underground in the zone's Boulderslide Ravine area is a deathtrap. There are a handful of Horde quests that take players through the area, meaning any hardcore player on their leveling journey through the zone will likely walk right by this potentially character-ending situation.  While players can't exactly strike the foes from underground, the mobs seem more than capable of assassinating unsuspecting players, as shown in a clip from Reddit user Party-Signature-8700 where they narrowly avoid dying to a high-level crocodile enemy from an entirely different zone, Dustwallow Marsh. In the video, another player's dead body can be seen nearby, confirming that these enemies mean business. https://www.reddit.com/r/classicwow/comments/1v7tmk9/ermm_whats_going_on_almost_lost_my_hc_character/?utm_source=embedv2&utm_medium=post_embed&utm_content=whitespace&embed_host_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wowhead.com%2Fclassic%2Fnews%2Fbeware-of-the-underground-enemies-in-stonetalon-mountains-382280 What is causing this particular bug is unknown, but players are theorizing that since the Boulderslide Ravine area is the 0, 0, 0 coordinates for the continent, the game is for whatever reason mistakenly teleporting enemies to that specific location. This can sometimes happen to players as well, such as when disconnecting while on a flight path on another part of the continent, only to find themselves in Stonetalon Mountains at this particular location when logging back in. Blizzard is no doubt aware of the issue, and should your Hardcore character happen to die due to this bug, there is potentially a chance the developer could restore them back to life. It's happened before when entire raids of players have been disconnected and killed due to DDoS attacks or other server issues, so it's not out of the realm of possibility here. However, it's probably for the best to just stay clear of the Stonetalon Mountain entirely, lest an underground killer gator end your journey to level 60 prematurely. As for what's next for WoW Classic, players are anticipating a major reveal at this year's BlizzCon. Many believe it will be the long-fabled Classic+, a new version of the old-school MMORPG that will be continually updated a la Old School Runescape . A codename, Camelot, recently appeared in a WoW Classic datamine and was also discovered to be in a once-dismissed Warcraft leak , adding more evidence that something big is coming on the WoW Classic front. Whatever it is, players will have to wait until BlizzCon's opening ceremony on September 15 to find out more.

And this one ain't gacha. You may have heard of the Korean RPG DragonSword: Awakening , which has taken Steam by storm since its launch a week or so ago. The anime-inspired open world adventure has sold over 200k copies so far, and has been rewarded by its decision to scrap all microtransactions and gacha elements. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Can you believe it’s been ten years since we’ve had a Rhythm Paradise game? Nintendo cooked up something good, and then just decided to do nothing with it on their best selling console ever. At least until now. Is the Rhythm Paradise series still worth getting excited for in 2026 though? I’ll save you the suspense, I sure think it is. Just to get the elephant out of the room, you might also know this series as Rhythm Heaven if you’re not a resident of the various PAL... Read more

"Hey, there! My name is Doraemon". Hudson Soft’s Famicom best-seller Doraemon will finally release worldwide this week, courtesy of Japanese retro studio Hamster. The 1986 game, based on the wildly popular manga by Fujiko Fujio, sold over one million copies in its native Japan, making it among the top-selling Famicom titles the year of its release. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

After Shrek was added to a popular soccer game , everyone's favorite green ogre is now in Ubisoft's fighting game Brawlhalla. Shrek is popping up all over the place this year to help celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 2001 film that won the first-ever Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. The Brawlhalla x Shrek event runs through August 19 and also brings Fiona and Puss in Boots to the fighting game; Donkey is available as a companion. As you can see in the trailer below, each character has their own unique fighting style and items. Shrek can bash foes with his "Beware of Ogre" sign, while Fiona keeps it simple and wrecks people with her fists and feet. Puss, meanwhile, uses his sword and lance to bring the pain. Donkey, for his part, reacts to events on the battlefield, and he looks like a great cheerleader. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz6C95B3w2E In addition to the characters, the Brawlhalla x Shrek event brings new maps to the game: Shrek's Swamp and Shrek's Muddy Swamp. There are also other items people can buy with real money, including a KO effect of Mongo the giant gingerbread man and Lord Farquaad, Dragon, and Pinocchio emoji skins. The original Shrek movie returned to theaters earlier this year to mark the franchise's 25th anniversary. The long-awaited fifth movie, Shrek 5, is set for release in Summer 2027. The Shrek movie franchise is a juggernaut, with its four main installments collectively grossing $3 billion, and that does not even count the Puss in the Boots spin-offs. In addition to Shrek 5, DreamWorks is producing a Donkey movie for 2028, with Eddie Murphy coming back to voice Donkey once again. Beyond the movies, there are Shrek-themed attractions at Universal Studios theme parks, including the new kids-themed resort in Texas, while many fantastic Shrek memes have helped to keep Shrek popular and relevant for the past 25 years.

The grass is bluer on the other side. The clever clogs at Digital Foundry have released arguably one of the most awkward console comparisons in recent memory, putting Halo: Campaign Evolved under some heat. When you hear about Halo , you think Xbox - they've been synonymous for decades. Master Chief has long served as the poster boy of Microsoft gaming exclusivity, with Halo Studios' latest remake the first Halo to launch on PlayStation hardware. Read the full article on purexbox.com

Square Enix announced FFXIV will once again get the Yo-kai Watch crossover event based on the JRPG, and this time there will be new items based on the Wibble Wobble spin-off. The minions and mount will also be back. This time, Yo-kai Watch: Gather One, Gather All will start on August 4, 2026. People will get about two months to collect everything, as it will wrap up on October 5, 2026. Anyone with an active subscription during that time period can take part, provided their character hit level 15 and completed the introductory MSQ “The Gridanian Envoy,” “The Lominsan Envoy,” or “The Ul’dahn Envoy.”  This FFXIV Yo-kai Watch event first debuted in July 2016, and we’ve seen it return a number of times. (For example, it appeared during April 2024 .) It involves meeting with the Poor-Heeled Youth at Ul’dah, Steps of Nald at X:9. 2, Y:9. 1. This gives you the Yo-kai Watch and Medallium to take to The Wandering Executive at The Gold Saucer at X:5. 2, Y:6. 9. If you go through FATES in Black Shroud, La Noscea, Thanalan, and all Heavensward and Stormblood regions, you could collect Yo-kai Medals that you can trade at the Gold Saucer for the following minions. Legendary Yo-kai Medals can be traded for weapons. Here’s who you can get: Blizzaria Damona Hovernyan Jibanyan Komajiro Komasan Kyubi Lord Ananta Lord Enma Manjimutt Noko Robonyan F-type Shogunyan USApyon Venoct Whisper Zazel After you get at least 13 of these minions, you can get the Whisper-go mount in FFXIV . If you get all 17, then you can spend Manderville Gold Saucer points with Nohi at the Gold Saucer at X:5. 2, Y:6. 9 to get the new Wibby-Wobbly Jibanyan, Wibby-Wobbly Komasan, and Wibby-Wobbly USApyon furnishings. The Yo-Kai Watch framer’s kit can also be bought there. This is one of two events that will be running at the same time. A Twitch Support-a-Streamer FFXIV promotion is also available. That involves buying or gifting specific types of subscriptions in order to get an Aslvid Whistle for a rainbow unicorn mount. Final Fantasy XIV is on the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC now, comes to the Switch 2 on August 4, 2026, and FFXIV Evercold will appear in January 2027. The FFXIV Yo-kai Watch: Gather One, Gather All event will run between August 4, 2026 and October 5, 2026. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

During the 2026 Computer Entertainment Developers Conference (CEDEC), Capcom animation department members Kenji Irie and Serina Ohara shared an interesting behind-the-scenes detail about Pragmata, revealing that Diana’s iconic hairstyle almost looked very different in the final game. According to a report from Automaton-Media, citing Famitsu, the pair presented a case study on the development of the game’s character models, with... The post Pragmata developers considered changing Diana’s hairstyle to reduce costs, could have been a bob cut appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Today, Argonaut Games announced Croc 2 Kingdom of the Gobbos for Nintendo Switch. The game will be available in Q4 2026. Croc 2 Kingdom of the Gobbos is a remaster of the original 3D platformer with enhanced visuals and a range of quality-of-life improvements. It’s also restoring the name used during the game’s development. Here’s a bunch of information about... The post Croc 2 Kingdom of the Gobbos revealed for Nintendo Switch, a remaster of the 3D platformer appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

"The entire port was done with AI, with minimal effort on my part". If you know your Sega arcade history, you'll be aware that the Naomi hardware – which hosted games such as House of the Dead 2 , Crazy Taxi , Zombie Revenge and Virtua Tennis , as well as many others – is based on the same core tech that's found inside Dreamcast console (just with additional RAM), hence the fact that we got so many super-accurate coin-op ports to that machine. Many Naomi games never made their way onto the console, however, and it's long been hoped that some talented developer would find a way to make it happen – and it seems that time is now. Read the full article on timeextension.com

Xbox losing $150 on each console sold. According to a Windows Central report, Microsoft is losing ~$150 on every Xbox Series X|S console it sells right now – and it’ll continue to be in the red even after it increases the device’s price in August. Beginning this Saturday , a 1TB Xbox Series X will set you back $800 – an absurd sum for a system almost six years old. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Suntory revealed that it will hold a new collaboration wave between its Boss Coffee brand and the Pokemon franchise as part of the latter’s 30th anniversary. The company will release new coffee can and bottle designs that feature more species from the popular game franchise. It’s unknown if we could see these variants on the Boss Coffee Amazon storefront worldwide or at local Asian grocery stores outside Japan. [Thanks, Game Watch !] The same brand has had an earlier crossover with the primary Pokemon franchise, separate from the specific collaboration with Pokemon Trading Card Game that appeared in 2025. This one particularly featured special coffee can designs featuring Pikachu, Eevee, and the starter Pokemon from the first five generations. The new wave will add 13 new can designs, with one of them featuring the male and female Pikachus simultaneously, and the remaining 12 comprising starter Pokemon from the sixth to ninth generations.

Image via Suntory In addition, Suntory will release new can designs for the Low-Sugar Veteran version based on the second-stage evolutions of the first-generation starter Pokemon, which are Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise. Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+

Image via Suntory This collaboration will no longer be limited to the Boss coffee cans, as Suntory will also extend the collaboration to its Craft Boss bottles. The company will release new bottle designs with each featuring either of Quagsire, Audino, Alcremie, Psyduck, Munchlax, Clodsire, Swablu, Goomy, and Rowlet.

Image via Suntory The new collaboration wave between Boss Coffee and Pokemon will launch in Japan on August 31, 2026. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

Uncensored in all its glory. Xbox gamers, are you ready to finally play Dispatch ?! Today is the day, as one of the best games of 2025 is available now to play on Xbox Series X and Series S with full Xbox Play Anywhere support on the Xbox PC app and handheld! Booya! If somehow you missed this one, Dispatch is a very good choose your own adventure experience - sorta like the classic Telltale games we loved so much. You play as a downed superhero turned dispatcher for a motley crew of supes, with quick-time events, key choices, and a fun dispatch-themed system where you have to choose the right superhero to send out on the job. Read the full article on purexbox.com

Originally announced in April last year under the tentative title Reincarnation Game, ArtePiazza has finally shared new details about its upcoming title, now officially named Tensei Game: Karma x Cross. The game is set to launch for Nintendo Switch in Japan on August 6. Unfortunately, there’s still no word on a western release. The project has attracted attention thanks to... The post From the creators of Dragon Quest and Blue Lock, Tensei Game: Karma x Cross gets new details and first trailer appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Trading card games are bigger than ever, and anime studios have taken notice. Following the launch of the popular One Piece TCG, the next big IP stepping into the scene is Naruto, the fan-favorite series that helped popularize anime throughout the 2000s. Naruto Card Game launches in Summer 2027, and ahead of its arrival, more details on it have been revealed at Gen Con 2026. What is Naruto Card Game? https://youtu.be/2AByN4yTij4 Described as a strategic trading card game that features characters from the three Naruto series--Naruto, Naruto: Shippuden, and Boruto: Naruto Next Generations--the game features unique mechanics and original designs. If you never read the original manga or watched the anime series, then you've missed out on one of the all-time greatest stories ever told. Naruto tells the story of its titular character, a loud and brash orphan raised in a ninja village who desires to ascend to the highest rank of those warriors, the Hokage, so that he can finally be noticed. Born during an attack by the kaiju-sized nine-tailed fox that almost wiped out the village, the beast was sealed inside Naruto, and he subsequently spent the rest of his life being shunned by his village. Throughout the series, Naruto eventually grows as a ninja and a person, earning the respect of his village, while an overarching narrative throughout the manga and anime sees shadowy forces working behind the scenes. Throw in a few revenge plots, amazing battles that prioritize cunning over brute force, and a ninja world war, and you can see why Naruto is so beloved..  How to play Naruto Card Game Naruto Card Game has each player build a deck of 51 cards, and each deck is centered around a "Leader" card. Support cards include Character, Chakra, Summon, and EX Character cards, and the overall goal is to reduce the Leader's life points to zero. Here's a quick breakdown of how each card works: Leader Card -- The main card that a deck is built around, as a player's cards and strategies are determined by the card color of their Leader Character Card -- The frontline of a deck, Character Cards execute attacks and can unleash their unique jutsus on the battlefield Chakra Card -- To pull off ninjutsu, genjutsu, and taijutsu attacks, you'll need to spend the Chakra resource with these cards EX Character Card -- Once certain conditions have been met, these powerful characters can turn the tide of battle Summon Card -- To bring those game-changing characters to the battlefield, you'll need to summon them with this special card Naruto Card Game designs Art is the heart and soul of any trading card game, and Naruto Card Game features a terrific selection of original illustrations from a range of artists, artwork from the anime, and even callbacks to the manga source material with illustrations by Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. Some of the cards shown off so far include fan-favorite characters like Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, Sakura Haruno, Jiraiya, and Itachi Uchiha.

When does Naruto Card Game launch? Not for a while! The official launch date for Naruto Card Game is Summer 2027. If you're interested, you can go hands-on with the card game at one of several events around the world in the months to come. Gen Con 2026 (United States, July 30 - August 2) Bandai Card Games Fest (11 Cities Worldwide, from October) New York Comic Con 2026 (United States, October 8 - 11) PAX Australia 2026 (Australia, October 9 - 11) Spiel Essen 2026 (Germany, October 22 - 25) Paris Games Week 2026 (France, October 22 - 25) Lucca Comics & Games 2026 (Italy, October 28 - November 1) Meanwhile, you can also check out what lies in store for Magic: The Gathering, as 2027 is shaping up to be the biggest year yet for the popular TCG.

But story still to be written. How is Halo: Campaign Evolved doing on its PS5 debut? Fine – and we certainly need a lot more data to know for sure – but likely unspectacularly, all things considered. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Nintendo Switch 2 has reached a new sales milestone in the UK as reports are emerging that the system has surpassed the GameCube. Specific data was not provided, but it’s nonetheless a noteworthy piece of news. Nintendo Switch 2 will next look to outsell the N64 in the UK, which should happen sooner rather than later. Like its predecessor, Nintendo... The post Nintendo Switch 2 has now outsold the GameCube in the UK appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Something fishy is going on here. Had enough Pokopia news for one day? Of course you haven't! On top of all the DLC chatter, The Pokémon Company has also revealed some info about its next limited-time in-game event, and it's right around the corner. The 'Fetching Scales for Feebas' event starts next month on 13th August at 5am local time , and will run until 28th August at 4:59am . Read the full article on nintendolife.com

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Zach Cregger is known for gore galore with his horror/thriller movies Weapons and Barbarian, but his new Resident Evil movie is "definitely the most violent" thing he's ever made. He told this to Empire, saying, "You gotta go grotesque" and "all the way" in terms of violence. "So it's gnarly. It's brutal. A very bloody affair," he said. Beyond his directorial projects, Cregger appeared in countless sketches during his comedy days with Whitest Kids 'U Know, and some of them were very violent. In "Sniper Business," Cregger's character witnesses an intern getting shot through the eye with a sniper rifle. In the "Gallon of PCP" sketch, Cregger plays a character whose girlfriend only very recently got beheaded by a drug dealer . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNd1gb19A-c Also in the interview, Cregger once again mentioned how he never sought out to make a Resident Evil movie that fleshed out more of the Resident Evil lore or explain in more detail how the T-virus works. "This movie is about one dude's journey on foot, fighting monsters. I don't give a f**k about checking boxes," he said. "All I cared about was just telling a fun story. [One in which] we step on the gas at about eight minutes in and never take our foot off the floor." The Resident Evil movie releases on September 18. It stars Austin Abrams as Bryan, a medical courier who is sent to a hospital in Raccoon City. According to Cregger, Abrams was very nearly killed by a 150-pound blood bag while filming a scene that made it into the final cut. For more, check out  GameSpot’s breakdown of the latest terrifying new trailer for the Resident Evil movie . As for the Resident Evil game series, Capcom recently announced that the newest entry, Resident Evil Requiem, has now sold more than 8 million units .

Just in time. Despite announcing it months ago, Bandai Namco has never told us how expensive the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero will be. Fortunately, just hours before it becomes available here in the West (it launches tomorrow, on the 30th July), we have an idea of how much it's going to cost thanks to the expansion going live in territories like New Zealand. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Win tickets to Gamescom 2026 with a friend. All aboard folks, next stop on the Xbox FanFest Tour is Cologne, Germany, as the official community program heads to Gamescom 2026 - Choo choo! Xbox FanFest is a big in-person celebration where fans can come together to share their passion for all things Xbox. Following the first event in Los Angeles for Summer Game Fest , the tour will continue across the globe, stopping in Australia, Canada, England, Japan, Mexico, once more in the US, and of course, Germany for Gamescom! Read the full article on purexbox.com

CyberConnect 2 announced it Fuga: Melodies of Steel, the strategy game about a group of furry, fuzzy cat and dog children and teens that’s also tied to the company’s Little Tail Bronx series, is now on Android and iOS mobile devices. We can now find it on both the Apple App Store and Google Play . While it is normally $23. 99, it is currently $19 on iOS and $19. 99 via Google.  The first game in a trilogy, Fuga: Melodies of Steel follows some young folks from Petit Mona as the Berman Empire begins a campaign to take over areas in Gasco, invading and destroying along the way. Naturally, Petit Mona falls, but our 12 heroes escape and fortunately are able to reach a huge, hidden tank known as the Taranis earlier. The group moves into it and heads to fight the empire to save their parents and push them back. However, while this game does involve furry and cute kids, it is extremely dark and takes into account the horrors of war. Especially as one of the tank mechanics is a Soul Cannon that lets you get a second chance to win a battle and survive if you’re willing to sacrifice one of your crew in order to fire the weapon. Here’s the trailer for the mobile release of Fuga: Melodies of Steel . It also notes that the add-ons and cosmetic DLC will be included. That gives you one Dummy Soul you can use to fire the Soul Cannon once without losing an ally and the Back to School, Fantasy, Swimsuit, and Way of the Sword costumes for characters.  There are currently six games in the CyberConnect 2 furry series Little Tail Bronx, including the Fuga: Melodies of Steel trilogy . Tail Concerto appeared on the PS1 worldwide, and Solatorobo: Red the Hunter showed up on the DS everywhere. Little Tail Story , the third game, only appeared briefly on mobile devices in Japan in 2014. Fuga: Melodies of Steel is now on Android and iOS mobile devices, and it can also be found on the Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.

"He knew they were identical, but no, he didn't want it". Earlier this summer, we were invited to London to check out the upcoming line of Pokémon sets coming from The Pokémon Company's collaboration with LEGO on 1st August . The Pikachu and Eevee sets — plus the enormous Charizard-Blastoise-Venusaur one — were the first to arrive back in February , but the new sets incorporate the Danish firm's latest Smart Play Brick, which adds interactivity between the figures. The upcoming sets also scale down the size and price compared to the substantial offerings that launched the collaboration several months ago. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

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Bubbling with excitement. After revealing the release date for Pokémon Pokopia 's first wave of DLC earlier today, The Pokémon Company has now shared a full overview trailer for the upcoming Expansion Pass Part 1 and given us a first look at Part 2. The trailer itself is pretty jam-packed, so let's work through it in order. We start off with a brief look at the game's next free software update (arriving alongside the DLC on 5th August ), which adds Ditto's new Dive ability into the mix for some underwater building. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

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"This project is an experiment to answer that question". The fact that the SNES secured the first home console port of Capcom's Final Fight was a big selling point for the system back when it released, but anyone who has played it will be aware that it wasn't as faithful a conversion as it perhaps should have been. The SNES port is limited to two characters – Cody and Haggar – and is missing some levels. However, the most egregious omission is the removal of the two-player option. Read the full article on timeextension.com

Nintendo set a release date for the first Pokemon Pokopia underwater Bubbly Basin DLC that adds a new area and reasons to Dive underwater to the game . It will launch on the Switch 2 on August 5, 2026. It is the first part of the expansion pass , and the second will be out before 2026 ends. The 2. 0. 0 patch will show up for everyone that same day the add-on launches, adding the Pokemon Manaphy and ability to Dive for everyone. The new trailer for Pokemon Pokopia Bubbly Basin showed what the DLC will look like and how it works. It will focus on aquatic characters and building. We’ll need to help restore the new area and get more Pokemon to return to it, with characters like Totodile, Popplio, Mudkip, Corsola, and Corphish able to show up via new habitats. It will also mean using Surf to reach new areas, with smoothie recipes consisting of the new crop watermelon as an ingredient to power it up. There will also be a new Sharpedo Submarine to build and decorate. Some of the new block types will also feature varying degrees of buoyancy. Here’s the full trailer . At the 6:20 minute mark, a teaser for the second DLC appeared. That showed Snubbull and mentioned accessories will be added as new customization options for both Pokemon like Snubbull and Peakychu and Ditto. Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ Before this update, we did get to experience another activity with an existing in-game Pokemon. Zorua’s Hide-and-Sneak event showed up in July 2026. That let us earn a trophy for playing hide and seek. Pokemon Pokopia  is available for the Switch 2, its Zorua’s Hide-and-Sneak Contest event runs July 19-27, 2026, and the Bubbly Basin DLC arrives on August 5, 2026. There will be three add-ons for the game total. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

Press plays opening hours of new PS5 entry. Despite a small bit of release date movement, the month of September is still jam-packed with PS5 releases — so much so you'll probably have to pick and choose what games you pick up. Silent Hill: Townfall , out on 24th September 2026, increasingly looks like it has to be one of them. Ahead of launch, select press outlets have played the first few hours of the horror game, with the embargo lifting today. I've read and watched a handful of them, and here are the things that have stuck out to me most. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Dan Houser, the co-founder of Rockstar Games and co-creator of the GTA franchise, has commented on the ongoing discussion and debate about physical games in the wake of Sony's decision to stop supporting discs in 2028 . Speaking to IGN , Houser said, "I don't know that I care." But he said, "If people want that, I think companies should provide it." "But I don't know that I personally care," he said. He went on to say that one of the benefits of digital games is "the ability to update and fix problems," and this has been "really useful for the quality of games."

A scene from GTA 6. Houser left Rockstar in 2020. His brother, Sam Houser, remains at Rockstar ahead of GTA 6's release in November. Dan Houser now works at Absurd Ventures with another former Rockstar veteran, Lazlow Jones. Jones said in the IGN interview that he understands how good it can feel to pop a disc into a console, but he also appreciates being able to, for example, download a game at the airport and then play it on a flight. Dan Houser, meanwhile, added, "I love physical media." Absurd Ventures is working on multiple open-world, action-adventure video game projects. One takes place in the sci-fi world of the company's A Better Paradise comic series, and the other takes place inside the studio's comedy satire world, Absurdaverse. Sony is no longer going to support physical game discs on PlayStation starting in January 2028. The company said it's doing this due to "shifting trends in consumer preference." Experts believe the real reason is that Sony can make more money and have more control with an all-digital future. The biggest game of 2026, GTA 6, will be a digital-exclusive. Rockstar will sell a boxed copy of GTA 6 at retail, but people are only getting a code in the box .

The Pokemon Pokopia news doesn’t stop, as a new Fetching Scales for Feebas has just been announced. It will kick off on August 13, lasting until August 28. The event has Feebas appearing and it can be encountered at any rebuilt Pokemon Center. Players will be able to collect Prism Scales, and these can be exchanged for various items such... The post Pokemon Pokopia announces Fetching Scales for Feebas event appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

And what does this mean for Project Helix? Xbox's planned price increase for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles will come into effect on Saturday, August 1st, but it appears Microsoft could still end up selling its hardware at a loss. As seems to be the norm everywhere right now, rising manufacturing costs caused by the ongoing component shortage crisis are the focus of blame here. Demand for AI infrastructure has pushed memory chip prices to record highs, creating a full-blown RAMpocalypse that understandably forced Microsoft to tack on an extra $100 to the price of Xbox Series X and S hardware. Read the full article on purexbox.com

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A brand new seven-minute trailer just dropped for the Pokemon Pokopia Expansion Pass DLC. The video largely focuses on Part 1: Bubbly Basin. As we heard yesterday, it will be available on August 5, 2026. We also get a brief look at Part 2. Players can look forward to accessories and they’ll be able to find more furniture pieces and... The post Pokemon Pokopia DLC gets new 7-minute trailer appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

According to a reputable insider, new information about Rockstar's GTA 6 could arrive very soon. NateTheHate, who has accurately reported unannounced details about upcoming games before, recently said he expects to see "a fair bit" of GTA 6 in August. He went on to push back against the narrative that just because Rockstar has not marketed GTA 6 much so far, with just a few months to go before launch, that there is some cause for concern. "They have a marketing plan & they are sticking to that plan. No reason for concern," he said , adding that the game is not delayed and will launch on time on November 19.

GTA 6 could get new info soon. Some kind of new reveal for GTA 6 in August makes sense. After all, that's when Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two, will release its next earnings report. The report is set to be released on August 7, and, in a break from tradition , it'll be released on a Friday and before the market opens that day, not after. It's also due time for GTA 6's marketing campaign to begin, considering Take-Two previously said marketing would kick off in summer . GTA 6 preorders opened on June 25. The game costs $80 for the standard edition and $100 for a premium version that includes a bunch of extras. While it's been more than a year since the game's last trailer, Rockstar has released plenty of new screenshots in the time since . GTA 6 is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar is reportedly testing the game for Switch 2 .

The new Spider-Man movie sees its star, Tom Holland, once again do whatever a spider can, which apparently includes using finishing moves from the recent Spider-Man games. In a new interview, Holland and film director Destin Daniel Cretton spoke about how the Spider-Man games from Insomniac influenced the film, specifically with how Spidey lands a knockout blow on his enemies. "A lot of the action," from the games inspired Holland, as he explained to IGN during the premiere event for Brand New Day. "A lot of the finishing moves. I was actually playing the game last night. For me, a lot of those finishing moves, a lot of our stuff was influenced by that stuff." Cretton added that Holland's love of the games was shared by many of the stunt performers in the film, who brought screenshots of Spidey's finishers to the writer's room as they wanted to pull off those moves in real life. "A lot of the action designers and stunt people we had were huge gamers," Cretton said. "They were able to experience things in those games that made them excited, and they would just screengrab the moves they really liked and bring them into the writers' room and show it to me. And then we'd be like, 'Yeah, that's sick. Let's try to figure out how to do that for real.'" https://www.youtube.com/shorts/htx531h5YTY In the games, Spidey can dispose of enemies instantly once he has banked enough energy to pull off a finisher, using his webs and powers to squash cannon fodder foes instantly. The launch of Spider-Man: Brand New Day is also being celebrated in Marvel's Spider-Man 2 , as alongside a PSSR update for PS5 Pro owners, the new "Fresh Start" costume from the movie has also been added to the spider-wardrobe. Officially opening on July 31, Spider-Man: Brand New Day is expected to be the type of blockbuster that has become exceedingly rare in the post-COVID era of moviegoing. Some analysts are predicting that the movie could make as much as $190 million at the North American box office, and globally, it could rake in up to $465 million in its opening weekend. All Spider-Man 2 Suits And How To Get Them

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...but stands accused of using AI in the process. Eyepatch Entertainment's 3DO port of Super Mario 64 raised some eyebrows recently, and the developer has now shown off very early footage of the game running on real Sega Saturn hardware. As with the early 3DO footage, things are still pretty rough. The port uses the assets of the 3DO port, and throws them into the PowerSlave Saturn engine. Enemies are sprites, but the Mario model itself is taken from the recent decomp. Read the full article on timeextension.com

Take your turn. It's surprisingly fun to speculate over Sandfall Interactive's next game, because based on Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 — the studio's debut — its follow-up project could be just about anything. At the very least, you'd expect it to be just as creative and, for lack of a better word, weird as its predecessor. But will it be some kind of sequel? Or will the French developer try its hand at something new? Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Welcome to the dark side, Master Chief. Tech experts Digital Foundry have released one of the more interesting console comparisons of the generation, featuring Halo: Campaign Evolved . The long-time Xbox system seller is making its PlayStation debut with this single player remake, and Sony’s console is actually the best place to play. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Xbox has announced that it has expanded its partnership with Ubisoft, and if you own certain games from the publisher on console, you'll now have free PC versions of them to play. Available right now, 13 games in total will be available for free through the Ubisoft Connect app on PC after you link your Xbox account: Assassin's Creed Mirage Assassin's Creed Valhalla Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Far Cry 6 Immortals Fenyx Rising Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Riders Republic Skull and Bones The Crew 2 The Crew Motorfest Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Extraction Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege Watch Dogs Legion That's a solid selection covering Ubisoft's main franchises like Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six, while the addition of Immortals: Fenyx Rising--a perfect game to play if you just watched The Odyssey --Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. If you haven't played any of the games listed above, you can still purchase them on Xbox, link your profile to your Ubisoft Connect account, and get a PC copy on the house. The other big benefit players can look forward to is the premium editions of Ubisoft games through the Xbox PC app. Recent releases like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Star Wars Outlaws are included alongside other entries from the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, The Crew, and Watch Dogs franchises. Xbox appears to be making some big moves lately in the PC gaming space--fitting, considering the rumors that Microsoft's next-gen console Project Helix will be more PC-like in its design--and that a discs-to-digital program is also in development for Xbox users to help them transition toward an all-digital ecosystem. Last week also saw the announcement that a curated number of original Xbox console games will be coming to PC, with more titles joining the first wave of old-school classics in the future. Each of the games--Blinx: The Time Sweeper, Fuzion Frenzy, Conker: Live and Reloaded, and Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge--also come with several enhancements, like improved resolution, customizable graphics, and various support settings, and Xbox says that the backwards-compatibility initiative on PC is just getting started.

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New developer and publisher believe in the IP. A sequel to Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is now officially in development despite the erasure of Leenzee, the first game's developer. Reports earlier this year suggested much of the original team was disbanded and laid off after it refused to switch to other outsourced projects and support work. Director and producer Xia Siyuan was said to be fired from the company. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Update: "We delayed this release from last month until today to fix issues and to cook". Taki Udon's promising SuperStation One FPGA PS1 console is getting a lot of people excited, and with good reason—not only is it capable of running your original PS1 games and accessories, but it will also play games for other systems thanks to the fact that it's built on the MiSTer FPGA platform. We've already seen what the system and its dock will look like, but now Taki Udon is showing off the SuperStation One's bespoke user interface, which will support user themes and box artwork. There's even an option for captured screenshots to be used as wallpaper. Read the full article on timeextension.com

New stages, balance changes, and more. With its Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC set to release tomorrow (that's the 30th July), Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero just got an all-important patch that both prepares the brawler for its new content, and makes some big gameplay adjustments. The update brings three new stages, a new music track, reworks a few existing game modes, and, as alluded, tweaks key parts of the battle system. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

"The people we are losing were all important". It's been just over three weeks since Psychonauts and Kiln developer Double Fine announced its independence from Xbox Game Studios , and the team has now been forced into letting go of 23 employees to avoid complete closure. Studio Head Tim Schafer confirmed the cuts on social media last night: Read the full article on purexbox.com

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A rally sneaky secret. Seasoned secret-spotter @memory_fallen has uncovered yet another interesting Easter Egg that has apparently gone undetected for decades. The game in question this time is the Saturn port of the 1996 arcade racer Sega Touring Car Championship , which launched on the console in 1997. Read the full article on timeextension.com

Doraemon will launch for Nintendo Switch 2 via the Console Archives series this week, according to Hamster. The title is due out tomorrow, July 30. Hudson originally created the game back in 1986. The 8-bit action title has players using gadgets to find different characters. Here’s some additional information: Doraemon was released by Hudson (current Konami) in 1986 for an... The post Doraemon is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2 appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

As announced by Hamster today, TX-1 is the latest Arcade Archives game planned for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. This one comes out tomorrow, July 30. You have to go all the way back to 1983 for the game’s original release. In this racer, you’ll see deserts, coastlines, and city nightscapes. Here’s an official overview: TX-1 is a racing... The post TX-1 is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

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Tatsumi's 'TX-1' joins Arcade Archives. Another week, another Arcade Archives release; this time, it's the turn of Tatsumi's 1983 racing game TX-1 , with Hamster revealing it will be releasing the hidden arcade gem on Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S on Thursday, July 30th 2026. Released in arcades one year after the arrival of Namco's influential arcade racer Pole Position , TX-1 typically doesn't get mentioned as much when it comes to discussions about the history of the genre. However, it actually has a few unique things going for it. Read the full article on timeextension.com

What a Croc. You may recall the announcement earlier in the summer that Nintendo was expanding its collaboration with Crocs for a new line of Mario-themed footwear. You may also remember the Bowser-themed variants going particularly hard. At least as hard as possible for a pair of rubbery clogs. If you don't remember, well, just check out the pics above and below. Spiky. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Star speaks more about the games. It's been said a few times now that the Marvel's Spider-Man series, developed by Insomniac Games, has had some impact on the movies. Now, Tom Holland, who plays Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the Marvel films, has spoken more about his thoughts on how they have influenced Brand New Day , the latest big screen adventure. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Get a proper look at upcoming Xbox games. With it being their 25th anniversary, Xbox is showing up in a big way at Gamescom 2026 - next month's big gaming mamma jamma taking place in the usual spot, Cologne Germany. This year the Xbox booth will feature 25 upcoming titles spread across 140 gaming stations, giving lucky attendees plenty of hands-on time with a mix of first and third-party releases. Xbox are putting controllers in hands to try out Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 , Minecraft Dungeons II , Stranger Than Heaven , Metro 2039 , and a slice of campaign for Gears of War: E-Day . In addition, Fable will be showcased with a live demo focusing on the game's combat. Read the full article on purexbox.com

Teases a deluxe physical version of new Monty Mole adventure "Dreamtime Monty". A new heritage label focused on the games of Gremlin Graphics is set to launch later this year, with the help of Gremlin founder Ian Stewart. Gremlin Graphics Classics is the work of Allan Turvey, the founder of the homebrew publisher Midnight Brew, who is working directly with Stewart on the project, and is set to launch this October at CRASH Live, where Stewart will be making an appearance alongside other Gremlin legends like Peter Harrap, Tony Crowther, and Shaun Hollingworth. Read the full article on timeextension.com

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Update: Includes the first two games. Evercade maker Blaze has announced it will bring the DOOM series to the platform this year. The teaser shown below doesn't give much away, but it would be reasonable to expect a DOOM collection showcasing at least the first two titles, which were originally released on PC and console back in the 1990s. Read the full article on timeextension.com

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Patch also fixes a key bug from the original game. While the Genesis / Mega Drive and SNES were fairly evenly matched in a lot of genres, it's not an exaggeration to say that Nintendo's console had a distinct advantage when it came to RPGs, with a host of amazing titles such as Final Fantasy III , Chrono Trigger , Terranigma , Secret of Mana and many, many more. While the Genesis had some amazing RPGs of its own – Crusader of Centy , Phantasy Star IV and Shining in the Darkness , as well as the tactical RPG Shining Force – it couldn't offer quite as robust a selection. Read the full article on timeextension.com

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The line between supernatural horrors and the psychological struggles of characters is often blurred between Silent Hill games, but it might never have been as hazy as it is in Silent Hill: Townfall . I recently played about four hours of the first-person survival-horror game, in which protagonist Simon finds himself in a foggy Scottish town full of horrors, but seemingly can’t quite make out what’s real and what’s only in his mind. My preview began at the start of Townfall, with Simon apparently responding to a letter asking him to return to the mysterious town of St. Amelia. One moment it appears Simon is drifting towards the dock aboard a boat. The next, he bursts out of the water and pulls himself ashore as if he’s just awoken there. The details of Simon’s arrival to St. Amelia seems intentionally ambiguous. He sets off into St. Amelia, trying to find out what’s going on, but it seems to be abandoned. As you make your way down the city streets, he hears shouting and sees flashes, implying there’s a protest or a riot — only to discover the town square is empty of people. Is Simon hallucinating, or are dark forces leading him on in St. Amelia? It’s impossible to say, especially after Simon answers a ringing pay phone and hears a cryptic voice pushing him to find a woman named Zoe. He’s suddenly transported into an underground structure hued in red light, which indicates it as part of Silent Hill’s twisted version of the real world, known as the Otherworld. Exploring the structure leads Simon, impossibly, to an apartment, where you discover the hand-held TV that is Townfall’s most important item. Tuning signals on the TV provides hints about how to solve puzzles, and you’ll need it to access an elevator that somehow returns you to the streets of St. Amelia. A foggy past As writer and director Jon McKellen explained, the puzzles you’ll face in Townfall are also direct hints about the story. The signals you find on the CRTV are directly related to St. Amelia’s and Zoe’s pasts, providing clues about who she was and where she might have gone. Visiting Zoe’s empty apartment reveals that she’s a nurse, leading to the clinic where she worked. A set of three scales sits in her office, each awaiting an object that was important to her — but which she felt symbolized her failures, which led her to disappear from her job. In Zoe’s apartment, you find her ID badge, and in the nearby pharmacy, you can find a prescription Zoe ordered, but discover that she mistakenly called in the wrong dosage. When you make your way to the apartment of Zoe’s coworker, you collect her medical bag with a broken stethoscope inside, the symbol of her inability to truly hear her patients. Zoe’s story is inextricably linked with that of the town, which seemed to have suffered some sort of medical outbreak, and with Simon, even though he doesn’t know who she is. Verify your age to view this content. This town is full of monsters Townfall is the first Silent Hill game in which you’ll fight creatures in first-person, and compared to other recent titles like Silent Hill 2 or Silent Hill f, the change in perspective makes for some harrowing moments. A third-person camera makes it a little more viable to potentially dodge attacks and move around enemies, but in first-person, your options narrow to facing the threat head-on, or making a run for it. That adds an intensity to every battle, especially since it can be easy for Simon to get overwhelmed. While following in Zoe’s footsteps, Simon learns that St. Amelia isn’t completely empty. Marauding the streets are faceless, writhing creatures, wrapped in industrial straps and sporting axe blades for faces. Luckily, you can sometimes find pieces of wood to use as clubs to defend yourself, although these aren’t plentiful. If a monster sees you and attacks, you can block its vicious charges and swings with your melee weapon by holding L2. The trick is then to strike back with R2 when you see an opening. But combat is fast and frenetic, and enemies don’t go down easily. What’s more, your makeshift club can only survive the onslaught for a couple of battles. Combat in Townfall is only something to resort to if you have no other choice. A much better option is to avoid enemies altogether. Turning the CRTV to certain signals allows you to see monsters through walls and fog, and you can duck behind walls, cars, and fences gives you a chance to stay out of sight. Hold L1, and you can peek over or around objects to see what’s awaiting you. If something does spot you and give chase, the town has small spaces like closets, sheds, and half-opened doors where you can duck in and hopefully hide yourself until the danger passes. Verify your age to view this content. A later section of the preview, in which the Otherworld invades the streets, sends you through the yards and alleys of a neighborhood. Here, I faced a new type of creature, which fires vicious tentacles from its chest to attack at range, or can grab and overpower you almost instantly, especially if your health is low. Verify your age to view this content. Luckily, I also had a new weapon: a revolver. It might be more of a liability than a real defense, though. The gun is powerful but incredibly loud, and while it was good for quickly killing enemies, it always made the situation worse by drawing more. It also reloads slowly when you hit Square as Simon presses each cartridge into the cylinder individually. Stealth is, again, the best option here, and you can pick up small objects like bottles and bricks to throw as distractions, or use machines you come across, such as radios or TVs, to draw an enemy away so you can slip around them. A PS5 Pro-enhanced experience Townfall channels an uncanny realism in St. Amelia, thanks to making heavy use of the PS5’s features. Its visuals are enhanced by the PS5 Pro, and it leans on aspects of the DualSense controller to create a singular experience. The game uses a 2. 35:1 aspect ratio to create a cinematic experience, and sports both a 30FPS Quality setting and 60FPS Performance setting. The developers at Screen Burn visited and photographed real coastal towns in Scotland in order to recreate their look and feel, and Townfall uses PS5 Pro’s upgraded PSSR to create a town that looks incredibly realistic at high resolution. Ray tracing to create hauntingly beautiful environments, whether they’re full of fog in the regular world, or bathed in oppressive red light in the Otherworld. Haptics feedback with the DualSense controller adds a lot of intensity to combat, from the smash of a wood plank against an enemy, to the blast of blocking a counter-attack. Townfall also makes use of the DualSense’s gyroscope for certain controls, making them feel more tactile. With motion controls enabled, when you use the CRTV to hunt for signals in radios or other devices, you’ll need to physically move and twist the controller to tune in. You can also use motion controls with firearms, moving the whole controller to carefully adjust your aim and land headshots at key moments. Though my time with Silent Hill: Townfall left me with plenty of questions and a lot of mysteries, its twisting psychological machinations captured exactly what I like about the series. Its emphasis on tough combat and stealth mechanics also give it plenty of ways to make you jump out of your seat. You can try to keep your cool when Silent Hill: Townfall launches on September 24 on PlayStation 5.

Glasgow-based developer Screen Burn has been around for over a decade, and Silent Hill: Townfall is the studio's highest-profile game to date. The studio has produced a few cult-classics over the years like Stories Untold and Observation, but with its Silent Hill spin-off, the team has described being handed the keys to Konami's premier survival-horror franchise as a "confidence builder." Silent Hill Townfall was announced during Konami's dedicated 2022 livestream for the series, which also saw the announcement of the games Silent Hill f and Bloober Team's Silent Hill 2 remake. According to Silent Hill Townfall game director Jon McKellan, Screen Burn was largely given free rein over the project, with oversight on it being focused on making certain that the game complemented its spooky brethren. https://youtu.be/OLV6S7j8vZk "We had our head down for the majority of this. Like, I think even from the first teaser in 2022 when all the games were kind of announced at the same time, you know, working with these guys, it's always been easy. It's always been kind of letting us cook, so to speak, like just we had talked through story, we talked through the vibes and the goals of the game that we had, and these guys were obviously making sure that nothing overlapped too much or that things would kind of like complement each other in a way." "We weren't kind of like connected to Silent Hill 2, to Silent Hill F--like we weren't getting involved in that or really aware of what was happening. We were just kind of like making sure that we were focused on our game and that we trusted these guys to raise anything if it was a concern, should the games not complement each other in some way or overlap too much. Overall, it felt like it gave us the creative freedom to do what we do, and knowing there's a little bit of oversight there to make sure we don't like accidentally make the same story as another one, given that we're all drawing from the same pool of reference." The release of Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill F has also been a "net positive" for Screen Burn, and while the studio knows that it's being expected to live up to the high standard set by those games, the warm reception to those titles has left the developer feeling confident. "I think just as Silent Hill 2 was coming out, like seeing what they'd done and being like--as a fan of the original--being blown away by what they did with the remake," McKellan said. "And then with Silent Hill F, the left turn that took is just great to see. It gave us confidence as well, seeing those games do really well, [it] gave us confidence that people were accepting of the new Silent Hill and that the fans were here for it. So, it's always been like a confidence builder for us. Now the spotlight's on us, so now we're terrified! But yeah, it's been overall a net positive, like we've enjoyed being part of the franchise, obviously, and happy to be the next installment." Unlike the previous games, Silent Hill Townfall is a first-person survival-horror. It does share one idea with Silent Hill f, moving the series out of the US and taking it to the fictional Scottish town of St. Amelia. For more on the game, you can read up on why Konami has published so many Silent Hill games lately , Screen Burn's ambition to make people talk about Townfall for the next 20 years , and the decision to make it a first-person experience .

One way to gauge the success of a game is by looking at how much talk it generates after launch, and in the case of Silent Hill Townfall , game director Jon McKellan has an ambitious goal for the Scottish psychological-horror. According to McKellan, the team at Screen Burn is looking to give players just the right amount of story. By maintaining an air of mystery and ambiguity, it will create a launchpad for people to discuss the themes and plot beats of Silent Hill Townfall for years to come. "It's a hard--definitely a hard balance--and you won't know until you've released, you know? It's like, we can never unsee what we've seen and unknow what we know, so we think we've struck a balance of never being too explicit, never giving people the true canonical answer, like there's still enough ambiguity there to make people want to dig in," McKellan said to GameSpot. "Silent Hill 2 is a game that people are still theorizing about 20 years later. We want to be in that camp. And if we do that, if we're too explicit, we'll miss that, and if we don't do enough, no one will care. So, it's a hard line to walk, but, yeah, we just do the best we can to try and thread that needle." https://youtu.be/OLV6S7j8vZk So what makes Silent Hill 2 the subject of dissection, so many years after it was first released? It's been the subject of many essays over the years, with people unraveling its approach to psychological horror and how it uses the titular town of Silent Hill as a manifestation of the human psyche. Protagonist James Sunderland regularly encounters creatures that represent his guilt and grief; the iconic Pyramid Head represents Sunderland's subconscious desire to be punished, and the entire experience is a surreal trip that would make Twin Peaks creator David Lynch proud. The game was also a massive departure from other horror games of the time, delivering a deep and experimental approach to the genre. We'll have to wait until September 24 to see how successful this approach was, but for now, it's looking like it could be proof of a renaissance moment for the franchise . For more details on the game, you can check out why it's in first-person and just why Konami is pumping out so many new Silent Hill games lately.

Over the past few years, we've seen a major revival of the Silent Hill franchise, with 2024's Silent Hill 2 remake offering a spectacular reimagining of one of the series' most beloved entries while titles like Silent Hill f and Townfall propel the series forward and seek to redefine what a Silent Hill game can be. Turns out, having so many Silent Hill projects developed at the same time was a deliberate strategy set by Konami, and a way to prove to fans that it's serious about the franchise's future. Speaking to GameSpot at a media roundtable event, Konami producer Motoi Okamoto made it clear that the company views Silent Hill as a major part of its business. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Py3_sAx3l_o "The main reason why we decided to have multiple titles in the works--like three games in the works at the same time--was because we wanted to convey to the players that Konami is serious about coming back into the gaming landscape," Okamoto said via a translator. "A part of the strategy behind that was to work on multiple games at once so that we can have an annual release of a new Silent Hill game ever year. That way, players will know that it's not a facade. We're serious about coming back into the gaming space and providing players with new games." The Silent Hill franchise had certainly been on ice for a long time prior to this recent initiative. PT was planned as a teaser for the unreleased Silent Hills game, and following its cancellation, it was nearly a decade before any new Silent Hill games were released. Perhaps Konami is truly making up for lost time, but if its upcoming games are as good as the Silent Hill 2 remake and Silent Hill f, fans have little reason to complain.

Silent Hill: Townfall makes some big changes from the usual Silent Hill experience that fans have come to expect, not only with its Scottish setting, but also with its first-person perspective. While this gameplay style is unusual for Silent Hill (we still remember you, PT), it turns out there was really no debate about whether it was right for Townfall. Speaking at a media roundtable event that GameSpot attended, director Jon McKellan said that from the very start, Silent Hill: Townfall was planned as a first-person game. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cm1Z1IFTtX4 "It was first-person from day one for us," McKellan said. "Our previous games were first-person, [and] the stuff I'd worked on before that was first-person, so it's something we felt we understood and knew pretty well." Yet developer Screen Burn's familiarity with first-person games wasn't the only factor that contributed to this decision. McKellan went on to explain that one of the game's central mechanics, Simon's handheld CRTV, also necessitated this perspective. As with previous Silent Hill titles' radios, Townfall's CRTV serves as a means for solving puzzles and finding threats in survival-horror game. However, the tool's visual nature meant utilizing the device outside of a first-person perspective felt "out of place." "You know, there is no way to hold that in front of the player in third-person without having to render it onto a UI, and that starts to feel like a mini-map, you know--something that feels really out of place for Silent Hill," McKellan added. "So for us, the combination of those features was like, 'This feels like the right way to go.'" Prior to its work on Silent Hill: Townfall, Screen Burn developed the games Stories Untold and Observation. McKellan was also an artist on Alien: Isolation, which certainly made the most of its first-person perspective. Silent Hill: Townfall releases for PS5 and PC on September 24.

It's also "too early" to announce anything. The French Studio behind the award-winning role-playing title Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has already discussed the idea of a Switch 2 port, so what's the latest update on this? In an interview with Automaton recently , Sandfall Interactive's CEO and creative director Guillaume Broche reiterated how the studio was still "interested" in getting a Nintendo version of the Unreal Engine 5 game up and running. However, it's still "too early" for the team to officially announce or confirm anything. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

More fixes are on the way... Since launching Hades II last year, Supergiant Games has released multiple post-launch updates addressing all sorts of bugs. Following 'Hotfix 4' in June , it's now detailed the game's ' Hotfix 5 ' update for July. This patch is available on PC, and an update for the Switch 1 & 2 versions of the game should follow at some point in the future. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Dive into Part 1 next month. Last month, The Pokémon Company announced it would be releasing a paid expansion pass for Pokémon Pokopia in August. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

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Danganronpa has become a full-fledged series with multiple games, but things could have ended up very differently. In a social media post, series creator Kazutaka Kodaka reflected on how the franchise could have ended after just one game. Danganronpa got off to a slow start and there weren’t originally plans for a sequel. However, Kodaka was offered to work on... The post Danganronpa creator reflects on first game’s slow sales start, originally no plans for sequel, and how things turned around with Danganronpa 2 appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

It's just getting started. Koei Tecmo has already released multiple titles on the Switch 2, and it likely won't be slowing down any time soon, with the Japanese company reiterating its plans to continue providing strong support for Nintendo's new hardware. This update was shared during Koei Tecmo's latest financial report. As highlighted by Gamebiz , the company will continue to diversify revenue opportunities by offering a mix of major games, mid-range releases, remasters and Switch 2 ports (thanks, Nintendo Everything). Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Polyphony Digital to collaborate with Moza Racing. In a surprise announcement , Moza Racing is now the official peripheral partner of Gran Turismo 7 – a shock considering none of its hardware is currently compatible with the PS5. The announcement comes alongside confirmation that first-party studio Polyphony Digital will be partnering with the manufacturer on “a Gran Turismo-branded steering-wheel controller”. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Closed network test announced for other platforms. Sega is reviving the Crazy Taxi series in 2027 , and after releasing an announcement trailer last month, it's now shared a new video. This latest Crazy Taxi: World Tour trailer introduces players to the West Coast, where you'll be demolishing sand castles, delivering pizza, and flinging muscle men into the ocean. Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Just 6. 7% of sales are physical. A lot of people like physical media — they like having the freedom of choice when it comes to purchasing a video game. And that's largely why Sony's decision to stop manufacturing PlayStation discs in 2028 has caused so much of an uproar. But when you sit down and look at the numbers... well, it's easy to see why companies like Sony have steadily lost interest in entertaining the physical market. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

A new free “Naturalist” update is heading to Ball x Pit, it’s been announced. This is planned for August 6, 2026. The update adds Ballbearer and The Hoary Hoarder as new characters. You’ll also gain access to eleven new balls and five new passives. Everything here expands the possibilities of a run. Here’s the full rundown on what’s coming: 2... The post Ball x Pit getting “Naturalist” update appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Natsume will be bringing the former 3DS farming sims Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley and Skytree Village to Android and iOS mobile devices. These will be one-time purchases, with each game costing $9. 99 on the Apple and Google storefronts . There is a temporary launch sale in effect on all platforms at the moment that knocks the price down to $7. 99 for every one of them.  These are new mobile ports based on the Switch ports of both games that launched in July 2025 . That means they include all updates and DLC. Lost Valley features your character setting up a home within the cursed after getting trapped there during a snowstorm. Terraforming and farming are the priority, as you don’t visit the town, and as you play you can restore seasons to the area and bring back the Harvest Goddess. Skytree Village ended up being the fuller follow-up that returned access to a town and added more mature character models. Its task involves bringing Skytrees back to life to restore the area. It also kept the terraforming aspect from the previous game. Since these are mobile ports, the Android and iOS Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley and Skytree Village games feature on-screen controls. So there will be a virtual joystick on the left for moving the character and context-sensitive buttons will appear on the right. Here are some of the first screenshots from this version of Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley . They also show the on-screen controls.

Images via Natsume And here are some of the Natsume promotional images for Harvest Moon: Skytree Village .

Images via Natsume Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley and Skytree Village are available on the 3DS, Switch, and Android and iOS mobile devices.

Only considered the move to make sure the team survives. Psychonauts developer Double Fine, having just returned to independence to avoid closure by Xbox, has been forced to let go of 23 employees to ensure the studio can stay afloat. The cuts were confirmed in a social media post from Tim Schafer, which read: "Today, Double Fine Productions let go of 23 members of our staff. As a small, tightly-knit team, these actions are not taken lightly. Only the survival of our studio would ever make us consider such a painful action. Our transition to becoming an independent company also means becoming a size that we can sustain." Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Those itching to take Crazy Taxi: World Tour for a test drive can now sign up for their chance, as developer Sega has announced a multiplayer closed network test. Crazy Taxi: World Tour's closed network test will run September 11-13 in the US. Those interested will need to sign up on the game's website by August 31. The test will be available on all of Crazy Taxi: World Tour's announced platforms (Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5), though Sega states on its website that certain platforms "may have limited participant capacity." The announcement of the network test comes alongside a new trailer highlighting the game's West Coast, a location that will look familiar to fans of Sega's manic driving franchise but will be just one of its playable locations. It is called "World Tour" after all, though Sega has not yet announced additional locales as of yet. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XordDIexPAQ Crazy Taxi: World Tour was announced as part of the Xbox Games Showcase in June, with its debut trailer featuring a classic song from the original Crazy Taxi that is most often associated with the series, The Offspring's 'All I Want.' However, Sega quickly found itself in hot water after it was revealed by the game's Steam page that Crazy Taxi: World Tour was made in part with generative AI . A blurb on the Steam page states "We use generative AI as a support tool for developers, aiming to provide better content to our users and enable developers to focus on creative tasks." In a statement to Game Informer, Sega said it used gen AI to develop background assets. Franchise creator Kenji Kanno later defended the studio's use of AI in an interview, stating that the team used gen AI to generate ideas and as a reference, but that actual in-game assets were being created by humans.  World Tour will be the first mainline entry in the Crazy Taxi franchise since 2002's Crazy Taxi 3: High Roller, and is slated to release in 2027.

Square Enix announced a new Twitch Support-a-Streamer FFXIV promotion that gives players a chance to buy and gift qualifying subscriptions in order to earn an Alsvid Whistle to summon a new rainbow unicorn mount. It kicked off on July 28, 2026. People will have until August 25, 2026 to earn the Mog Station code for the item, and they need to have an active account to redeem the code. The Twitch promotion only applies to streams in the FFXIV category on the service and Affiliate and Partner channels streaming the game while that stream is set to the correct category. You then need to buy three subscriptions. These can be tier 1, 2, or 3 ones that you either get for yourself or choose to gift.  After you buy the three applicable subscriptions, you will get the FFXIV Alsvid unicorn mount code in your Twitch Notifications Inbox. Only one code can be earned per promotion. Said Item Code can be redeemed in Mog Station in Registration Codes.  Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ To go along with the reveal, Square Enix also shared two in-game screenshots of the mount being used.

Images via Square Enix This sort of FFXIV Twitch Support-a-Streamer promotion happened before. In 2024, it ended up being the way to get the Snowstreamer Snowman mount. Final Fantasy XIV  is on the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC now, comes to the Switch 2 on August 4, 2026, and  FFXIV  Evercold will appear in January 2027. The FFXIV Twitch Support-a-Streamer Alsvid the unicorn mount promotion will run between July 28, 2026 and August 25, 2026.  We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

Bandai Namco is expanding its Frieren Glasscape figure line of characters from the series in front of stained glass windows with a second one of the heroine looking lovingly at Himmel. It will show up in Japanese arcades as a prize starting on July 29, 2026 . It’s already showing up on the Banpresto Amazon storefront as well. That listing notes it will arrive in the US on November 9, 2026 and cost $30.  As is common with the Glasscape line, we see Frieren sitting on a ledge in front of a stained glass window and looking up at the Himmel pattern displayed on it. In her left hand, she appears to be holding a petal from a blue-moon weed. That was his favorite type of flower, and an early chapter in the manga and episode two of the anime adaptation . While she is sitting for this figure, including the pedestal the whole thing comes to about seven inches tall (18cm).  Here’s how this latest figure will look.

Image via Bandai Namco This makes four figures total in this line. Each one ended up costing $30 when it showed up worldwide. The first one featured Frieren in front of stained glass of her old allies while holding her staff. The second involved Fern in front of glass with Heiter, Frieren, and Stark on it. The third placed Himmel in front of stained glass showing Frieren with her staff. Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ While these figures are more serious, more lighthearted ones appeared too. For example, one of them involved Frieren in her outfit after she’s sentenced to work in a mine for 300 years . The Frieren Glasscape figure of her in front of Himmel stained glass will show up in Japan on July 29, 2026 and the US on November 9, 2026. The anime is streaming on Crunchyroll, and the manga is handled by Viz Media. We may earn a commission if you purchase from certain links. Learn more here .

Koei Tecmo has plans to continue supporting Nintendo Switch 2 with ports, the company shared today. That news was delivered as part of its latest financial results. In its report, Koei Tecmo says it will be diversifying its revenue opportunities throughout the fiscal year. The publisher will focus on major games while also incorporating mid-range titles, remasters, and Nintendo Switch... The post Nintendo Switch 2 ports a big part of Koei Tecmo’s strategy appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

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Is this your first Halo game? Halo: Campaign Evolved is finally out in the wild, and I can't get enough of it. Despite getting very early access weeks before launch, I still find myself hopping on to replay the campaign, remix levels, try out new Skull modifiers, and have a laugh with friends. It's such a blast! The remake feels like a proper refresh for Halo Studios and a solid foundation to build upon for the future entries in the series - as well as more remakes! This is the most fun I've had with a Halo campaign in quite some time, and it'll keep me satisfied until Gears: E-Day arrives later this year. Read the full article on purexbox.com

Closed beta coming in September. You can be among the first in the world to play Crazy Taxi: World Tour in September, as SEGA plots a closed beta test for the long-awaited arcade reboot. Sign ups are open now through 31st August on PS5, ahead of the test getting underway from 11th September through 13th September. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Almost time. Unfortunately named industry sneak NatetheHate2 – who’s notoriously leaked a number of industry secrets, including most recently the existence of Nintendo’s Ocarina of Time remake – says Naughty Dog’s Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is coming in 2027. This would round out an incredible year for PS5, which is also getting God of War Laufey on 16th February and Until Dawn 2 at some point in 2027. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Grand Theft Auto Online players in Australia are no longer able to gamble in the game's Diamond Casino, after Rockstar Games appears to have blocked access in the wake of the Australian government's crackdown on online gambling. Australian players began to report the change on Reddit (via Vice ), as they were no longer able to participate in the various casino games like three card poker, blackjack, roulette, and slots, that were added to GTA Online way back in 2019 as part of the Diamond Casino heist update. This is despite the casino games using fake in-game casino chips and not real money.  While players can technically buy the casino chips with real money via microtransactions, there is no way to convert said chips into real-world cash. Players can't even spin the Lucky Wheel, a feature that doesn't use chips and simply gives players free rewards like cars, clothes, and other items. A prominent GTA-focused leaker, Tex2 , later confirmed the change, revealing the game's code had been updated to restrict gambling in the country.  https://twitter.com/TexFunz2/status/2082051715680149509?s=20 Australia is far from the first country to see these kinds of restrictions implemented. When the Diamond Casino was added in 2019, there was already a long list of countries where its gambling features were restricted, including Argentina, Poland, Greece, Israel, and more. The frustration here is that Australian players have now suddenly lost access to a feature they've enjoyed for over six years. "Well my fellow Australians it's with a heavy heart we bid farewell to the fun times gambling at the casino as our government has banned the option earlier today," Reddit user Agitated_Boot7803 lamented on Reddit. https://www.reddit.com/r/gtaonline/comments/1v8inzl/gambling_in_the_diamond_casino_is_over/ Another user on the unofficial fansite GTA Forums called the ban "idiotic" and pointed out the hypocrisy of the Australian government still allowing games with loot boxes and pay-to-win systems while simultaneously banning fake-money gambling. "Can't spin a wheel in a video game but gambling ads are fine," GTA Forums user Gauntlet Hellfire said . It's a change that also doesn't bode well for any in-game gambling as part of GTA 6 . Should GTA 6's inevitable online multiplayer mode include a casino, it's likely the games contained within will be banned in Australia and many other countries as well.

Three different Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch physical releases have been announced with Lost in Cult revealing boxed versions for Sektori, Dread Delusion, and Easy Delivery Co. The first two will have physical editions on Nintendo Switch 2. For Nintendo Switch, Easy Delivery Co. will have a physical release. Here’s the full rundown on everything planned: Lost in Cult physical games... The post Nintendo Switch 2 physical releases announced for Sektori and Dread Delusion, Switch 1 physical release for Easy Delivery Co. appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Idea Factory International set the English release date for the horror otome game 9 RIP Sequel and confirmed details about what we’ll see in the physical standard edition of the game. It will appear both digitally and physically on October 27, 2026. This is about a year after the September 2025 Japanese debut. Standard and limited editions of 9 RIP Sequel will appear, with IFI’s Online Store already putting up product pages for both. Prices weren’t mentioned for either of those yet. We also don’t know what will be in the collector’s edition release. However, we do know the standard copies will come with a set of nine art cards of main characters, with one of them randomly having a holographic finish. The teaser image for that version showed that Hibiki, Koharu, Koyo, Minami, Seiya, Sena, Toka, and Yukimaro will show up on those cards. You can see that first teaser image for the standard edition below.

Image via Idea Factory International As a reminder, 9 RIP Sequel is essentially a fan disc that continues the Heavenly and Godly Routes from the first horror otome game. So we’ll see what happened after Misa Isshiki ended up with the ghostly and supernatural men she romanced in the original game. This entry also has a new Nine Wonders storyline with additional events that apparently unlock after going through the Heavenly Routes. 9 RIP Sequel will show up on the Switch in English on October 27, 2026, and the original horror game is already available on the console worldwide.

Come on, John. If you're an avid reader of Push Square then you may remember a game called The Procession to Calvary , which I reviewed on PS4 back in 2021. Crafted by solo developer Joe Richardson, it was an absurd adventure game that made me laugh out loud on numerous occasions. And now, it's being re-released on PS5 as part of a collection called The Immortal John Triptych . Read the full article on pushsquare.com

SEGA will host a closed network test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC from September 11 at 5:00 p.m. PT / 8:00 p.m. ET to September 13 at 5:00 p.m. PT / 8:00 p.m. ET, the company announced. Sign-ups are available now via the official website until August 31 at 11:59 p.m. PT / September 1 at 2:59 a.m. ET. Here are the latest details, via SEGA: Crazy Taxi… Source

June 7: Crazy Taxi is officially back as SEGA just unveiled Crazy Taxi: World Tour. The game is appearing on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. Crazy Taxi was one of SEGA’s premiere franchises back in the day. However, little has been done with the franchise in recent years. You have to go back to 2017 when SEGA put out Crazy... The post SEGA announces Crazy Taxi: World Tour for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: new trailer] appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Remasters are good business for video game companies , but don't expect to see BioWare's Dragon Age games getting the same treatment in the future--or possibly, ever. That's according to Dragon Age series producer Mark Darrah, who says that the original trilogy of games likely won't be remastered due to BioWare losing too much institutional knowledge. Speaking to FRVR , Darrah--who was the executive producer on the Dragon Age series--was asked about the possibility of the classic Dragon Age games being remastered, similarly to 2021's Mass Effect: Legendary Edition remaster. The former BioWare employee said that there were plans in place to create a "Champion Edition" remaster that would have included Dragon Age: Origins, Dragon Age 2, and Dragon Age: Inquisition. The first two Dragon Age games ran on enhanced versions of the Aurora engine called Eclipse and Lycium, while the third used DICE's Frostbite engine. Remastering the games would thus require specialist knowledge--knowledge that BioWare no longer has. In comparison, remastering Mass Effect was an easier prospect due to all three games being developed on the Unreal 3 Engine. https://youtu.be/Z-j1zzzKWpo "There is basically no one at BioWare anymore that understands the Aurora Engine," Darrah explained. "So unlike Mass Effect--which is Unreal--there are basically no companies that could help you." That doesn't mean that a Dragon Age trilogy remaster is impossible to make, but Darrah doesn't think that EA in its current state will want to form a "brand-new team" to tackle a project like this. Which would be a pity, as Darrah believes that it could be a commercial success thanks to the impact that Baldur's Gate 3 has had on the fantasy genre. Earlier this month, former Dragon Age lead writer David Gaider also spoke about the franchise and how he believes that it's likely dead , following the poor commercial performance of Dragon Age: The Veilguard. The game failed to meet EA's expectations, and in the aftermath, mass layoffs at BioWare saw only a "core" team left behind to focus on the next Mass Effect game . EA is also preparing to become a private company, as a $55 billion leveraged buyout funded by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and several other investors is also in the works. If successful, the deal could see EA burdened with $20 billion in debt, and analysts believe that could lead to EA selling off studios like BioWare .

We're just over halfway through the year, but it's one that has already been incredibly fruitful for Capcom thanks to its two marquee releases in 2026. Resident Evil Requiem , the ninth installment in the enduring series, has been both a critical and commercial success, with this latest quarter being no different. Requiem has sold over a million copies this last quarter , bringing the sequel up to over 8 million units sold since its release in February. Perhaps surprisingly, it was also one of the lowest-selling entries in the franchise over this same time period, with the remakes of Resident Evil 2 , 3 , and 4 all selling better. That has helped the franchise reach a colossal 213 million units sold across its history, reaffirming its status as the most lucrative series Capcom manages to date. But while Requiem continues the momentum of a decades-old series, the success of Capcom's newest one, Pragmata , continues to impress. After launching in April this year, Pragmata has sold over 2. 5 million copies to date, and was also the best-seller across all of Capcom's portfolio for this quarter. With the hesitation over brand-new properties and the over-reliance on sequels, it's great to see something brand new from Capcom being received so well by players. Elsewhere, Devil May Cry 5 saw nearly 1. 3 million sales over the last three months, likely spurred on by the release of the second season of Devil May Cry on Netflix and the game's debut on the Nintendo Switch 2. Monster Hunter World also continues to consistently sell, with just under 800,000 units sold over the same time period. Curiously, however, numbers for Monster Hunter Wilds were not reported during this quarter. Capcom isn't done with the year either. The return of Onimusha is just a few weeks away, with Onimusha: Way of the Sword scheduled to launch on September 4. Beyond that, Capcom has announced its next big remake with Resident Evil Veronica , which is set to reimagine the original Dreamcast classic.

Supergiant Games has shared details about a new July 2026 update for Hades 2, which will be rolling out soon on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. This is also known as hotfix 5. As you’d expect, this is mostly about squashing a number of different bugs. Like the previous patch, it doesn’t include any new content. We have the full... The post Hades 2 July 2026 update announced, patch notes appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

The release date is now in for the first part of the Pokemon Pokopia Expansion Pass DLC, known as Bubbly Basin. Look for it on August 5, 2026. As previously mentioned, Bubbly Basin introduces an underwater town. Players will be able to encounter Pokemon living beneath the sea, discover ocean floor-themed furniture, and find new outfits for Ditto. Part 2... The post Pokemon Pokopia DLC – Part 1, Bubbly Basin release date announced appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Fair play. The beta for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls was mostly well-received, but things did look a little dicey for PC players . Sony doesn’t have the best track record when it comes to supporting storefronts like Steam, and a host of huge issues were reported on social media throughout the entirety of the test period. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Harder, better, faster, stronger. With Nintendo serving up one of its most anticipated remakes ever later this year with Ocarina of Time on Switch 2 — still "TBA 2026" at the time of writing — we thought it was worth revisiting this article covering every remake in the platform holder's back catalogue, now updated with Star Fox and a couple of others. Remember, you can add your own user rating to any game on the list and potentially alter the ranking, even now. Enjoy! Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Pickford's House turned into Croft Manor. This article is not about me, but having the surname Croft and living in Derby is quite the combination when one of the city's biggest claims to fame is it's the birthplace of Lara Croft. I was born and grew up here, I support the football team home and away, and I do not ever see myself moving all that far away — I'm a Croft living in the birthplace of Lara Croft. I'm a 1994 kid, now 31. The house I grew up in was on Arnold Street, just a stone's throw away from the original studio's doorstep. Two years after my birth, the first Tomb Raider game was released. Lara Croft was being created and the title in development just five minutes away from my house — it's kind of crazy how deep the rabbit hole goes. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

As CD Projekt Red continues working on Cyberpunk 2 , the company could have a spin-off title to tide over fans in the meantime. MP1st reports that a former WayForward employee's portfolio revealed information on a game project codenamed Gemini that relates to the Netflix series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners . The status of the Cyberpunk spin-off game at WayForward is unclear, though the report claims research and development was underway from 2025 into this year. Project Gemini was apparently planned to be "a rollback-driven" 2. 5D beat-'em-up. Other details included by the former developer include "rollback-safe architecture" and "online transport integration," per MP1st--strongly implying online multiplayer as a feature.

MP1st reports this was an "internal project logo" at WayForward, found from a former employee's portfolio for the Cyberpunk spin-off game. The report also notes that WayForward had an unannounced Unreal Engine 5 title in the works on a licensed franchise last year. However, development on that project was supposedly halted in September 2025. WayForward has a history with licensed games and brawlers, such as River City Girls . The developer is probably best known for the Shantae series and was also behind Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp on Nintendo Switch. Other notable games from the company include Contra 4 and The Mummy Demastered . Meanwhile, the second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is set to release this fall on Netflix. Last month, CD Projekt became CD Projekt Red , which might be a bit confusing. The company is also very busy with The Witcher 4 . Best Cyberpunk 2077 Mods To Improve The Game In 2026

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Idea Factory International has announced the western release date for 9 R. I. P. Sequel. The otome visual novel will launch for Nintendo Switch on October 27, and a physical edition has also been confirmed.  9 R. I. P. Sequel follows in the footsteps of its predecessor as another otome visual novel. The new title features nine full routes, including direct continuations of the... The post 9 R. I. P. Sequel gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

How marvellous. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is very nearly here, and general sentiment seems to be very positive following its big open beta test . The tag fighter launches on 6th August 2026, at which time PS Plus members will be able to claim a special pack related to the game. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 may still end up on Nintendo Switch 2 at some point on the future, but it would be a “big technical challenge”. The RPG originally released on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X and S. Sandfall Interactive co-founder Tom Guillermin said in a recent interview that a Nintendo Switch 2 version would be tough “because we... The post Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 devs talk about the challenges of a Nintendo Switch 2 port appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

After it was announced earlier this year, The Immortal John Triptych now has its release date. This one will launch on August 27, 2026. As a reminder, the package combines the works of Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate. Also included are never-before-seen bonus features, deleted scenes, and timelapses where Joe pieces together history.... The post The Immortal John Triptych sets Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date, new trailer appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Hello PlayStation Blog community! I’m back for the last time (…maybe) to share what to expect in the latest and final, free Ball x Pit update. Titled The Naturalist Update, players can expect more of what they love when it releases next week on August 6 and I’m here to share a brand new trailer, gameplay clips, and give you some content details of what to expect in the next update. Play Video

To give a little backstory, it turns out we couldn’t stop making content for this game. We had a little breathing room before release and a pile of ideas we didn’t want to waste, so we honestly just… kept going. Which would explain all of that extra chaos making its way to you as free content. We’ve been so excited to see what new ball combinations the community has been cooking up after each and every update, tuning into your videos and content on social channels has been amazing. So for that, we thank you! 2 new characters Players of Ball x Pit: The Naturalist Update will come across two new unlockable characters, each with opposite personalities. The Ballbearer doubles down on firepower (literally), giving you double the amount of ball slots to build an arsenal at the cost of giving up passive items entirely. The Hoary Hoarder takes the opposite approach, lugging around an oversized backpack stuffed with gear. They only have room for two ball slots, but make up for it with twice as many passive slots, letting powerful item Evolutions do the heavy lifting. 11 New Balls Lightning Bug lights up the battlefield by spawning a firefly with every bounce. Each one seeks out the strongest enemy before zapping nearby targets with a burst of lightning. Mosquito Kingdom slowly builds a buzzing swarm, spawning one or two mosquitoes whenever it hits an enemy. The mosquitoes hunt down the weakest target on the field, dealing between 100-150 damage with each attack, and if one lands the killing blow, well, you simply recover a small amount of health back. Drill tears through enemies from behind, piercing straight through them and dealing extra damage along the way. Flesh starts off weak, dealing only half damage, but it rapidly increases in speed with every bounce until it becomes a blur tearing across the screen. Armageddon calls down a destructive meteor shower the moment it hits an enemy. The first impact marks the target, then flaming meteors rain across the area, dealing heavy damage to every enemy caught within a three-tile radius. 5 New Passives Platinum Dumbbell rewards clean shots, giving your balls a damage boost that lasts until they finally collide with the back wall. Inglorious Hammer keeps the pressure on after a bounce, causing balls that hit a wall or the back of the arena to immediately strike a random enemy for reduced damage. Remote Detonator turns every kill into another explosive opportunity. Whenever an enemy goes down, it spawns a level 1 Bomb Ball whenever an enemy dies, keeping the chain reaction going and filling the battlefield with even more booms. ..aaand of course there’s more that we don’t want to spoil! The team and I appreciate your time for reading and all the support surrounding the game since launch, and we hope you’re excited as we are to finally jump into the final free content update! Ball x Pit: The Naturalist Update will be available for all PS5 players next week on August 6.

Green energy. It's still bloody weird, isn't it? Halo on PlayStation. But this is our new reality, because Halo: Campaign Evolved is out right now on PS5 — and I want to know if you're actually playing it. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Square Enix is the latest company to add PC games to the GOG Preservation by bringing the two JRPG entries Star Ocean: The Second Story R and Star Ocean: The Divine Force to the storefront. Both are now available DRM-free on the site. Each one is temporarily on sale until August 9, 2026, in honor of their arrival. So The Second Story R is $24. 99 instead of $49. 99 , and The Divine Force is $23. 99 rather than $59. 99 . This also happens as the series celebrates its 30th anniversary. The GOG product pages for both of these Star Ocean PC games confirmed they are compatible with Windows 11, will get lifetime maintenance to ensure they remain compatible, and people who play them will get tech support assistance. Both support controllers, naturally, but also cloud saves and achievements. In the case of The Divine Force , there is also a Digital Deluxe Edition that includes a digital copy of the soundtrack and add-ons like Andvaranaut’s Ring, Bunny the Lagomower Brooch, Gold Bunny Statue, Holy Sigrdrifa, Radiant Hildegrim, and Tri-Emblum. That does cost $74. 99, but the launch sale is also in effect making it temporarily $29. 99. GOG and Square Enix shared a trailer for Star Ocean: The Second Story R , which you can see below. And here’s a trailer for Star Ocean: The Divine Force . Go Ad-Free With Siliconera+ View the site with no ads, be able to provide direct feedback about what we cover, and be automatically entered into our monthly PC game giveaway. Join Siliconera+ This GOG Preservation Program release of two Star Ocean games isn’t the only recent reappearance of an entry in the series. Square Enix also brought Star Ocean: The Second Story R to the Switch 2 . However, that didn’t end up with the warmest reception due to the fact no Upgrade Pack update patch option appeared for existing Switch owners. Instead, people need to buy the full game again. Star Ocean: The Second Story R is available for the Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, and PC. The original game showed up on the PSP, and Second Evolution versions showed up on the PS3, PS4, PSP, and Vita. Star Ocean: The Divine Force appeared on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.

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PlayStation has revealed this month's batch of free games for PlayStation Plus subscribers. All PS Plus members will be able to claim a trio of freebies starting August 4: Big Walk , Dying Light 2 , and Signalis . If you haven't claimed July's PlayStation Plus free games yet, make sure to do so before next Tuesday. A day-one release, Big Walk is developed by Untitled Goose Game studio House House. If you've ever wanted to touch digital grass, then this might be the game for you, as Big Walk puts you inside of a lush open-world environment full of puzzles, tough terrain, and no real danger at all. Friends can group up to explore the great virtual outdoors, and the game features various tools to help you stay in contact with your fellow adventurers. If you want to hang out on your own and just enjoy the scenery, the game will also cater to your desire for solitude. On the opposite end of the open-world spectrum, Dying Light 2 is a nerve-wracking experience. Set many years after the first game, the zombie apocalypse is still in full swing, and survivors clamor for power in a city that has weathered the onslaught of the flesh-eating monsters that roam the streets. As Aiden Caldwell, a wanderer who finds himself caught in the middle of warring factions, it's up to you to decide the fate of The City, recover your lost memories, and use parkour skills to survive your excursions outside. Just remember not to stay outside for too long, because once the sun sets, that's when the real danger emerges. It's worth noting that this is also the Reloaded Edition of Dying Light 2, which includes numerous updates, gameplay overhauls, and plenty of extra DLC. Finally, you can grab Signalis for an old-school descent into psychological survival-horror. As Elster, a technician Replika searching for her lost partner, players will uncover terrifying secrets, solve puzzles, and battle nightmarish creatures in this retro-inspired game. With the launch of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls around the corner, Sony is offering a free DLC pack to PlayStation subscribers starting August 6. This bundle includes five in-game avatars--Captain America, Storm, Spider-Man, Doctor Doom, and Ghost Rider--and a set of in-game results-screen character poses. PlayStation Plus August 2026 Games

Big Walk (PS5) Dying Light 2: Stay Human - Reloaded Edition (PS5, PS4) Signalis (PS4)

Publisher Aeternum Game Studios and Studio Koba have announced that their new game, Future Knight, will launch for Nintendo Switch on August 13, 2026. Future Knight is a neo-retro shooter in which players travel back in time to exactly eight hours before the apocalypse in an effort to prevent it from happening. Additional information can be found below. Experience the... The post Future Knight announced for Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything .

Early reveal from Sony. For some reason, Sony has announced the lineup of PS Plus Essential games for August 2026 a day early. It was meant to reveal the selection tomorrow, 29th August, but here we are with the news. Available to redeem and download from Tuesday, 4th August 2026, the PS Plus Essential titles for August 2026 are: Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Be fleet of foot to survive a post-apocalyptic cityscape alone or with pals, buddy up to walk and talk your way through a pleasant puzzle-filled world, or take a solo trip into a dystopian future for a brooding slice of psychological survival horror with the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for August. Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition, Big Walk and Signalis will all be available to PlayStation Plus members* from Tuesday August 4 until Monday August 31.  Let’s take a closer look at each of the games.

Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition | PS5, PS4 In Dying Light 2, survival meets action adventure as you attempt to endure a hostile, post-apocalyptic world. Rival factions across The City aren’t the only enemy – a virus has turned a vast majority of the human population into monsters. Take on the role of Aiden Caldwell, a wanderer with the power to change the fate of The City, but your exceptional abilities come at a price. Haunted by memories you cannot decipher, you set out to learn the truth – and find yourself in a combat zone. Hone your skills to defeat your enemies and make allies. Unravel the dark secrets behind those that wield power, choose sides and decide your destiny. Play in up to four-player co-op: host your own games or join others and see how their choices have played out differently than yours.

Big Walk | PS5 Big Walk is a cooperative multiplayer adventure about teamwork and talking. Set out with your friends through a wide-open world full of challenges, puzzles, and discoveries. You’ll need to work together to find your way around, stay in contact using an assortment of tools and toys, and figure out new ways to communicate when you suddenly find yourself speechless. Adventuring aside, there’s plenty of time to just hang out. Sit and watch the sunset, or steal your friend’s binoculars and kick them into the ocean. Spending time with friends is the best part of a big walk.

Signalis | PS4 Awaken from slumber and explore a surreal retrotech world as Elster, a technician Replika searching for her lost partner and her lost dreams. Discover terrifying secrets, challenging puzzles, and nightmarish creatures in a tense and melancholic experience of cosmic dread and classic psychological survival horror.

MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls PlayStation Plus Pack Starting August 6**, all PlayStation Plus members can acquire a MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls PlayStation Plus Pack from PlayStation Store. This pack contains two sets of items: Five Avatars inspired by characters from MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls, featuring Captain America, Storm, Spider-Man, Doctor Doom, and Ghost Rider.  A set of in-game Result Screen Character Poses featuring 20 characters, including Spider-Man, Ms. Marvel, Star-Lord, Peni Parker and more.  The pack will be available in the PlayStation Plus section of PlayStation Store on your PS5 or PS4 console or PlayStation Plus web page, starting August 6*. PlayStation Plus members need to redeem and download the pack to access its contents. The Avatars will appear in the Avatar section of your profile page on your PS5 or PS4 console. The Result Screen Character Poses are accessible and selectable in the PS5 version of MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls once the game and pack are downloaded onto your PS5 console. *PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day for more information. **MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls PlayStation Plus Pack is available until August 6, 2027.

So says Shuhei Yoshida. If you're a diehard PlayStation fan, you're probably still a bit sad about the demise of Japan Studio. It was once one of the company's most creative development teams, it was ultimately dissolved in 2021, and now, Astro Bot developer Team Asobi is all that remains of what was previously a larger operation. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

"Turns the platform into a second class MAME". If you've been following the MiSTer FPGA scene recently, you'll no doubt be aware of the sharp rise in AI-assisted cores for the platform. We're currently witnessing a flurry of new cores that are apparently based on MAME rather than the original arcade boards, which, in the past, have been carefully deconstructed to produce the super-accurate FPGA cores that have made MiSTer so popular. Read the full article on timeextension.com

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Monster Couch will release Flamecraft on Nintendo Switch, the company confirmed today. Release timing will be shared at a later date. Flamecraft is a cozy strategy game that supports up to five players. You’ll help dragon artisans find the perfect home, enchant the town’s stores and fill them with dragon cards, and more. Originally, this released as a board game.... The post Flamecraft coming to Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything .