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"We're grateful Capcom gave us that chance": Securing classic Resident Evil and Dino Crisis "did more for GOG's visibility than almost anything else in recent years"
GOG has stated that securing the PC ports for classic Resident Evil and Dino Crisis titles from Capcom has significantly boosted their visibility. The company expressed gratitude to Capcom for the opportunity, highlighting these ports as a major success for GOG's platform.
Dragon's Dogma 2 producer says Capcom is improving performance on PS5 and Xbox ahead of Dark Arisen's launch and that the Switch 2 version is 'exceeding' expectations
Capcom producer Naoto Oyama stated that performance improvements for Dragon's Dogma 2, including a 60FPS Performance Mode on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, will be implemented via an August title update. The Nintendo Switch 2 version is reportedly exceeding expectations, targeting 30FPS and higher, with Capcom's RE Engine proving a good fit for the platform.
Game Rapper Mega Ran and Voice Actors Host Live X-Men ‘97 Panel at SDCC
GRAMMY-nominated rapper Mega Ran will host a live X-Men '97 fan experience panel at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25, 2026. The panel will feature Executive Producer Larry Houston and voice cast members JP Karliak, Isaac Robinson-Smith, Zehra Fazal, and Gui Agustini, who also have credits in various video games. The event coincides with the ongoing Season 2 run of X-Men '97 on Disney+.
Sharpen the Sword, Skip the Downloads — ‘Onimusha: Way of the Sword’ Is Coming to GeForce NOW
Capcom's Onimusha: Way of the Sword is launching on GeForce NOW on September 3, with a playable demo available this week. The cloud gaming service has also officially launched in India, offering various membership tiers. Additionally, the action game Denshattack! and other titles are now available to stream.
Street Fighter 6 fragrances teases sharper hit-confirms and fewer whiff punishes
Japanese fragrance company CODE Meee, in partnership with Capcom, has launched three official room fragrances for Street Fighter 6, inspired by characters Ingrid, Juri, and Ed. These scents are designed to capture the fighters' styles and aid players in achieving a competitive mindset during gameplay. Priced at ¥7,535 including tax, deliveries are scheduled to begin in mid-October 2026, though the claimed effects are not guaranteed.
Resident Evil Is Reportedly Reinventing Side Stories Through DLC, And It Could Change the Series
Industry insider Dusk Golem suggests Capcom is shifting from standalone Resident Evil side stories to larger DLC expansions for mainline titles like Resident Evil Requiem. This strategy aims to test experimental ideas and explore secondary characters, potentially changing the franchise's future direction. While this approach offers flexibility and risk mitigation, it also carries the danger of over-reliance on community feedback and potential stagnation.
Leon Kennedy's Voice Actor Says Capcom Cut His 'Favorite' Line From Resident Evil Requiem
Nick Apostolides, the voice actor for Leon S. Kennedy, shared that Capcom cut a humorous voice line he proposed for Resident Evil 9. The line was a personal favorite of his for the character.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen ska bjuda på runt 25 timmars speltid
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, an expansion for Dragon's Dogma 2, is set to release on October 9, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. Director Kento Kinoshita and producer Naoto Oyama stated that the main story will take approximately 15-20 hours to complete, with the total playtime including optional content reaching around 25 hours.
Monster Hunter Wilds is getting a permanent price cut less than 18 months after launch
Capcom is implementing a permanent price reduction for Monster Hunter Wilds, effective August 4, 2026, less than 18 months after its initial release. The company is also discontinuing and reintroducing several bundle options, consolidating paid cosmetic DLC into new packages. This move comes as the base game's $70 price point has been a point of contention for some players.
The rumoured Resident Evil 1 Remake reportedly entered pre-production last year
A rumored remake of the original Resident Evil game reportedly entered pre-production nearly a year ago, according to insider Dusk Golem. Development is expected to proceed after Resident Evil Veronica, with a potential release around 2029. Another insider report suggests Resident Evil Zero entered full production in late 2022, possibly making it the next remake after Veronica.
According to a poll, Generative AI is being used at a whopping 100% Japanese online game developers, as copyright infringement concerns climb
A report indicates that 100% of Japanese online game developers surveyed are using generative AI, with Google's Gemini being the most popular tool. The primary uses are user preference analysis and behavior prediction, while players express concerns about copyright infringement and homogenization of games. This trend contrasts with a more reserved approach in Western development, despite efforts by companies like Epic Games to integrate AI tools.
Evening Consolidation
Dragon's Dogma 2's performance on the upcoming Nintendo Switch successor is reportedly exceeding expectations, according to a producer. Separately, a piece on Xbox Wire discusses how 'Space Dragons' builds transformative gameplay into a retro style.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is “Exceeding our Expectations” on Switch 2, Says Producer, Runs at 30 FPS Minimum
Dragon's Dogma 2 producer Naoto Oyama stated that the game is exceeding expectations on the Nintendo Switch 2, with the RE engine proving to be a good fit. The game is expected to maintain a minimum of 30 frames per second on the platform, with efforts being made to improve performance on consoles, including the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The expansion, Dark Arisen, will launch alongside the base game on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 9th.
The NES is 45 years old – here’s why there’s no nostalgia for it in the UK
The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), despite its global importance and iconic franchises, had a minimal cultural impact and generated little nostalgia in the UK. This is attributed to its late release in 1987, high price point compared to dominant home computers like the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64, and a perception of being for children, unlike Sega's offerings. While foundational for many genres and franchises in North America and Japan, the NES's legacy in the UK is largely overshadowed by these market factors.
Dusk Golem: Resident Evil Remake started pre-production around August/September 2025
Resident Evil insider Dusk Golem reports that a remake of the original Resident Evil game has entered pre-production at Capcom. Development reportedly began around August or September of last year. The insider suggests this remake is likely to be released.
Capcom Gives Monster Hunter Wilds a 'Permanent Price Reduction' as New DLC Bundles Announced
Capcom has announced a permanent price reduction for Monster Hunter Wilds and introduced new DLC bundles. Certain versions of the game will also be discontinued.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen's new region and dungeons sound great, but I'm more excited to finally…
Capcom has revealed new details about the upcoming Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion, set to launch in October. The expansion will introduce a new northern region with fresh story content and a randomized loot chase, alongside 12 new dungeons for the base game to help players reach expansion parity. A significant focus is being placed on enhancing the Pawn companion system, with new actions and improved AI planned.
With Dragon's Dogma 2's new infinite fast travel, Dark Arisen's director wants you to know they're "not forcing" you to use it
Capcom has updated Dragon's Dogma 2 to include an infinite fast travel option via the new eternal ferrystone, a change producer Naoto Oyama and director Kenta Kinoshita state is intended to offer players more choice without forcing its use. This update also removes the controversial microtransactions that previously allowed players to purchase portcrystals. Director Kenta Kinoshita acknowledges player time constraints and the potential for repetitive travel, while also defending the game's original design that encouraged strategic navigation.
Capcom says the RE engine is perfect for the Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom producer Naoto Oyama stated that the company's RE engine is a perfect fit for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Capcom has already released titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata on the current Nintendo Switch, utilizing the RE engine.
Despite adding an eternal fast travel stone, Dragon's Dogma 2 director maintains you don't have to use it:…
Dragon's Dogma 2 director Kenta Kinoshita discussed the addition of the Eternal Ferrystone, an item that allows fast travel. He maintains that its optional nature does not compromise the game's intended challenging exploration experience, offering players a choice between walking, using ox carts, or fast traveling. The article argues that the presence of convenient fast travel may still influence player choices and detract from the game's core design.
