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Why Pragmata disappeared for 6 years, and how Capcom built a new IP while the games industry implodedCapcom director Yonghee Cho and producer Naoto Oyama discuss the challenging six-year development of the new IP Pragmata, including early announcement regrets and the evolution of its hacking and shooting gameplay. Despite production difficulties and the COVID-19 pandemic, the game achieved strong player satisfaction upon its 2026 release, with the developers highlighting the importance of strong character design and player feedback in its success.
Pragmata's developers take all your comparisons to Xbox 360 shooters as a 'huge compliment', though I'm not convinced by their theory for why players are making the connectionDevelopers of the upcoming game Pragmata are flattered by comparisons to Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 era shooters, viewing it as a compliment to their innovative approach. Director Yonghee Cho and producer Naoto Oyama believe the similarities stem from that era's experimentation with new game types. The article also notes the game's blend of third-person shooting and hacking minigames, and suggests player hunger for linear, single-player action titles.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (30th May)Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Mina The Hollower, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Star Fox 64 being prominent. Recent news includes Dragon Quest announcements, a Resident Evil 4 demo, and new mobile app and NSO additions.
PSA: Resident Evil Requiem Gets A Switch 2 eShop Discount (North America)Capcom is offering a 20% discount on Resident Evil Requiem for the Nintendo Switch in North America, reducing the price to $55.99 USD until June 19, 2026. A demo is also available, and the Deluxe edition is similarly discounted. Other Capcom titles, including Street Fighter 6, are also on sale.
Capcom live with Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale, includes first discount ever for Resident Evil Requiem and moreCapcom is holding a sale on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Resident Evil Requiem is featured with its first-ever discount, alongside price reductions for titles like Street Fighter 6 and various Resident Evil and Mega Man games. Most deals will last until June 19, 2026.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is 2026's top new release by revenue to date | Newzoo chartsTomodachi Life: Living the Dream topped Newzoo's revenue charts for new releases in 2026 and overall console revenue in April, attributed to Nintendo's install base. New titles like Pragmata and Windrose also saw strong debuts, though displacing established live-service games remains challenging.
15 Major Game Reveals We Could See At The Next State of PlayThis article speculates on 15 potential game announcements and reveals that could be featured during Sony's upcoming State of Play presentation. It discusses anticipated reveals for titles like Control Resonant, Marvel's Wolverine, and a potential new Uncharted game, alongside release date announcements and updates for various PlayStation titles.- Street Fighter 6's World Tour story content is ending with IngridCapcom has announced that Ingrid will be the final character to receive story content for the World Tour mode in Street Fighter 6. This marks the conclusion of new narrative additions to the game's single-player experience.
Ingrid Is the Last Street Fighter 6 World Tour CharacterCapcom has announced that Ingrid will be the final character added to the Street Fighter 6 World Tour mode. While Ingrid is available now for Year 3 Character Pass owners, no further characters will be integrated into the story mode. The company has not yet revealed details about a potential Year 4 Character Pass for Street Fighter 6.
Pragmata leads love when you say it feels like a PS3 game, because that was a time when "a lot of different developers and publishers were experimenting"Capcom's Pragmata is drawing comparisons to the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 era, which director Yonghee Cho and producer Naoto Oyama view as a compliment. They suggest this feeling stems from a time when developers were more experimental, a quality they aimed to replicate in Pragmata. The article also reflects on the broader trend of decreased experimentation in the AAA gaming industry compared to that earlier console generation.
Here's a choose your own adventure RPG from a former Capcom dev who spent six years in a remote Japanese mountain village making itFormer Capcom and Vanillaware developer Yoshio Nishimura has created Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle, a choose your own adventure RPG developed over six years in a remote Japanese mountain village. The game, which heavily draws inspiration from tabletop RPGs and features hand-drawn art by Nishimura, is set to release on July 9th and is available to wishlist on Steam. The soundtrack is being composed by Hitoshi Sakimoto.
'Of Course': Pragmata Director Wants a Sequel to Happen Just as Much as You DoPragmata director Yonghee Cho expressed his desire for a sequel to the newly released game, stating he wants to see it happen as much as players do. While focused on promoting the current game's success, Cho acknowledged that the decision for a sequel rests with Capcom and not solely with him.
Ingrid Warps into Street Fighter™ 6 Starting Today!Ingrid, a character first introduced in Capcom Fighting Evolution, has joined the Street Fighter 6 roster. She is available now across all platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Her addition marks the end of Year 3 content for Street Fighter 6 and introduces new game modes like Random Avatar Matches and Avatar Arcade.
The Name’s Gaming … Cloud Gaming: ‘007 First Light’ Launches on GeForce NOWNvidia's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service has launched 007 First Light, allowing players to stream James Bond's origin story on various devices. The service also features the Resident Evil Requiem demo and World of Tanks: HEAT. New games are added weekly, with 007 First Light available as a limited-time offer with a 12-month Ultimate membership.- 25 '90s Games That Hold Up Perfectly Today (And Where to Play Them) | TAGThis article identifies 25 video games from the 1990s that remain enjoyable for modern players, distinguishing between titles that hold up with no caveats and those that require specific versions or adjustments. It highlights how 2D pixel art generally ages better than early 3D graphics and provides information on where each game can be legally played today.
'That's a Huge Bummer': Street Fighter 6 World Tour Support Ends with Ingrid on PS5, PS4Capcom has announced that Ingrid will be the final character to receive additional World Tour story content in Street Fighter 6, marking the end of support for the single-player mode. While previously added content will remain playable, this signifies that future characters will not be integrated into the mode. This decision has led to disappointment among some fans who enjoyed the single-player campaign.
Resident Evil: Code Veronica remake rumors are heating up againRumors are intensifying regarding a remake of Resident Evil: Code Veronica, with sources suggesting an announcement could occur at Summer Game Fest 2026. The project is reportedly being developed by the same Capcom division responsible for the Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 remakes, aiming for a darker, expanded interpretation of the original with enhanced gothic and body horror elements.
A Pragmata sequel? Well, "of course" Capcom's game director would love one, but alas, he is "not the only one who decides"Capcom's Pragmata director Yonghee Cho expressed a desire for a sequel to the recently released space-based game, though he noted that the decision rests with multiple parties. Producer Naoto Oyama is currently focused on players experiencing the base game. Capcom USA COO Rob Dyer has previously hinted that Pragmata could become a franchise.
Pragmata Director Would “Love to See a Sequel”, But it’s Not Just His DecisionCapcom's Pragmata producer Naoto Oyama and director Yonghee Cho have expressed interest in a sequel, though the decision rests with Capcom. The game has achieved significant sales success since its April 17th release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, selling 2 million copies in 16 days. The game features a unique blend of third-person shooting and hacking mechanics.
Resident Evil Requiem Demo Has Grace and Leon SectionsCapcom has released a demo for Resident Evil Requiem, available on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The demo allows players to experience sections featuring Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy in both third and first-person perspectives. Save files from the demo cannot be carried over to the full game.