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Running Final Fantasy 14 for 16 years means Square Enix knows live service, former exec says, but it's "used to being slow" and has "failed to bring its IP to a new generation"Former Square Enix executive Jacob Navok believes the company, despite its success with Final Fantasy 14, is too slow to adapt and has failed to bring its intellectual property to a new generation. He suggests collaborations and being present on platforms popular with younger audiences, like Roblox and Fortnite, are crucial for Square Enix to appeal to new players and revitalize its brands.
Mega Man Crossover Arrives at McDonald’s JapanMcDonald's Japan has launched a promotional campaign featuring Capcom's Mega Man franchise, offering digital bonuses and themed mobile wallpapers for My McDonald’s Rewards members. The campaign also includes a new rendition of the fan song "Can't Beat Air Man" to promote their Premium Roast Ice Coffee. Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is available on multiple platforms, with Mega Man: Dual Override planned for release in 2027.- The Resident Evil Movie Is Borrowing One Great Idea From Recent GamesThe upcoming Resident Evil movie, directed by Zach Cregger, will adopt the survival-horror concept of a protagonist who is ill-equipped to handle the threats, similar to Ethan Winters in Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and Grace Ashcroft in Resident Evil: Requiem. Cregger aims to capture the overwhelming dread of the games, focusing on horror over action, and will reportedly feature creatures from Resident Evil 6.
Games Inbox: Are you cancelling PS Plus because of the price rise?Readers discuss the recent price increase for PlayStation Plus, with many considering cancelling their subscriptions due to the rising costs and the perceived lack of value compared to PC online play. Other topics include speculation on Grand Theft Auto 6 announcements, the persistent struggles of the Bubsy franchise, and the surprising sales figures of Dino Crisis compared to Ōkami.
Street Fighter 6’s Ingrid Gets Character Guide Trailer Ahead of May 28th LaunchCapcom has released a character guide trailer for Ingrid, who will be added to Street Fighter 6 on May 28th. The trailer details her versatile moveset, including projectile attacks and the ability to generate Sun Crests for enhanced power. A free update will also introduce new Avatar modes like Random Avatar Matches and Avatar Arcade alongside Ingrid's release.
Capcom Executive Says “Even Top-Tier AI Cannot Match Our Creators” When it Comes to Creating ArtCapcom's vice president of game development platform and AI solutions, Shinichi Inoue, stated that the company is not using generative AI for art assets, believing human sensibility is superior to current AI capabilities. While AI tools are being employed for routine tasks like quality assurance testing with Google's Gemini and an in-house tool, Capcom has no plans to implement AI-generated assets into its games. The company is actively testing AI for efficiency improvements across graphics, sound, and programming.
Review: Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection (Nintendo Switch)The Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection on Nintendo Switch bundles the DS trilogy with extras, appealing to nostalgic fans. However, the card-battling RPGs, particularly the earlier entries, may struggle to attract new players due to repetitive gameplay and pacing issues. The collection includes bonus artwork and music, with the third entry, Mega Man Star Force 3, being the most engaging.- Casual, Browser and Puzzle Games in 2026: How the Web-Game Layer Got Interesting Again - Walkthrough, Tips, ReviewThe casual, browser, and puzzle game landscape is experiencing a significant revival in 2026, moving beyond its Flash-era origins. Developers are leveraging modern web technologies like HTML5 and WebGL for distribution, while design lessons from puzzle games are influencing broader genres. Monetization models have become more player-friendly, and accessibility is now a standard expectation, leading to a more inclusive and sustainable ecosystem for small studios and enthusiasts.
Capcom says generative AI "still cannot match" the devs who make Resident Evil and Monster Hunter, but it is…Capcom executive Shinichi Inoue stated that the company is not using generative AI for asset creation in games like Resident Evil and Monster Hunter Stories 3, as their human developers produce superior results. While Capcom explored the possibility last year, they have decided against implementing the technology for asset generation due to its current limitations compared to their development team's capabilities.- Capcom Platinum Titles sales update – as of March 31, 2026Capcom has released an updated list of its "Platinum Titles," which are games that have achieved over one million units sold. The latest figures are as of March 31, 2026.
McDonald's Japan Appears To Be Teasing Another Capcom CollabMcDonald's Japan is teasing a new collaboration with Capcom, featuring the iconic character Mega Man. Following a previous Street Fighter-themed burger menu, this new partnership could include themed menu items and potentially in-game unlocks. Mega Man is also approaching its 40th anniversary in 2027 with new game releases planned.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Tops US Sales Charts for April 2026Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped US game sales charts in April 2026, according to Circana analyst Mat Piscatella. Hardware sales also saw a significant year-on-year increase, largely driven by the new Nintendo Switch 2, which outsold the original Switch and surpassed the PlayStation 5 in both unit and revenue generation for the month and year-to-date. Other top-selling games included Pragmata, Crimson Desert, and MLB: The Show 26.
Sony's PlayStation State of Play is back, with over an hour of news and announcements, including Marvel's Wolverine — here are three other games I hope to seeSony's PlayStation State of Play event is scheduled for June 2, 2026, and will feature over an hour of content, including a deep dive into Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine. The showcase is also being screened at Alamo Drafthouse theaters, hinting at significant announcements beyond Wolverine. The article speculates on potential reveals for Dragon's Dogma 2 expansion, Stellar Blade 2, and Grand Theft Auto 6.
This indie dev's dungeon crawling 'descent into madness' was inspired by motherly loveIndie developer Christopher Yabsley is creating Heathen, a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by a cherished childhood memory of playing Diablo with his mother. The game will feature first-person combat, randomized loot, and online co-op, with an early access release planned for Steam.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream tops April US sales | US Monthly ChartsTotal video game spending in the US reached $4.3 billion in April, a 3% increase year-on-year, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topping the sales charts. Hardware revenue saw a significant 34% boost, primarily driven by strong Nintendo Switch 2 sales, which offset declines in other console hardware.
US: Tomodachi Life No.1 and Nintendo Switch 2 No.1 hardware for April 2026The Nintendo Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware in the U.S. for April 2026, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topped the software sales charts. The article lists the top ten best-selling games for the month, including new entries like Pragmata and Crimson Desert.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for April 2026 – Tomodachi Life beats out everythingTomodachi Life: Living the Dream topped the U.S. best-selling games chart for April 2026, followed by new release Pragmata. Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 also saw a significant jump in sales, likely due to the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The list includes titles from Nintendo, Capcom, Pearl Abyss, and Microsoft.- Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Beat Every Other Game In The US Last MonthTomodachi Life: Living the Dream was the best-selling game in the US for April 2026, generating over $41 million in sales and becoming the ninth best-selling game of the year. Overall consumer spending in the US reached $4.3 billion for the month, a 3% increase year-over-year, with Nintendo's Switch 2 console leading hardware sales.
New PS Plus Classic Game Missing Popular PS5, PS4 FeatureThe PlayStation 1 classic Time Crisis has been added to PlayStation Plus and the PlayStation Store without support for trophies, disappointing players. Publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment has a history of not implementing trophies in its classic releases, with its emulation partner Implicit Conversions citing increased development costs as a potential reason.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Beat Every Other Game In The US Last MonthUS video game spending reached $4.3 billion in April 2026, a 3% increase year-over-year, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topping sales charts. Nintendo's Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware platform, driving a 44% increase in new physical software sales.