At Summer Game Fest 2026, video games retreat to the safety of the past
The Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a strong trend of developers relying on established franchises, sequels, and remakes rather than introducing new intellectual properties. While notable exceptions exist, the overall emphasis on recognizable titles suggests a retreat to safer, familiar ground within the industry amidst financial pressures. This focus on nostalgia and past successes, though generating excitement, raises questions about the future of innovation in gaming.
Eurogamer
- Entities
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
- Gen Atlas
- Resident Evil
- Guild Wars 2
- Patrice Désilets
- Street Fighter 6
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
- Hot Wheels
- Lords of the Fallen
- Attack on Titan
- An Eggstremely Hard Game
- 1666: Amsterdam
- Final Fantasy VII
- Stranger Than Heaven
- Mortal Shell
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