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Street Fighter 6 Does What Tekken Won't - Add Final Fantasy 7's Tifa
Street Fighter 6 will add Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth as a playable character in Year 4, alongside new characters Yasmine and Arjun, and Bosch from World Tour mode. Yasmine is set to release on August 3rd, with Tifa arriving in early 2027. Pre-orders for the Character Pass and Ultimate Character Pass will be available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
The Summer Game Fest showcase showed Japan’s top game-makers racing ever further ahead of the west | Opinion
The Summer Game Fest showcase highlighted a perceived gap between Japanese and Western game development, with Eastern studios generating more enthusiastic crowd reactions. While Chinese and Korean studios were also prominent, Western developers were notably less represented. The event's tone and content, including mature themes, suggested a shift from previous industry showcases.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Part 2: Racing, Horror, Fighting Games & Major Updates | Invision Game Community
Summer Game Fest 2026 Part 2 showcased a wide array of new games and updates across multiple genres including racing, fighting, and horror. Major announcements included expansions for Monster Hunter Wilds, new content for Street Fighter 6 and Palworld, and reveals for games like Hot Wheels Infinite Rush and Stellar Blade: Blood Rain. The event also highlighted upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 and concluded with the unveiling of Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
Reaction: Some PS5 Fans Think SGF Showed Sony Losing Its Grip on Third-Parties
Some PlayStation 5 owners are concerned that Sony is losing its influence over third-party game reveals, as major announcements like Resident Evil Veronica, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, and Stellar Blade were made at Summer Game Fest instead of a PlayStation event. While these games are still launching on PS5, the shift in reveal venues has sparked debate about Sony's relationship with publishers in an increasingly multiplatform industry.
Monster Hunter Wilds is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, and we're all hoping this goes better than the PC port
Capcom has announced that Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2, with hopes that its performance will be better than the game's troubled PC launch. The announcement follows the reveal of the game's first major expansion, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendence, slated for 2027. Despite recent sales milestones, Monster Hunter Wilds has faced optimization issues and has been outsold by its predecessor, Monster Hunter Rise.
The Summer Game Fest showcase proves that PC is still the place to be
The Summer Game Fest 2026 showcase strongly emphasized PC as the primary platform for upcoming games, with most titles confirmed for PC release. Several new games, including Final Fantasy 7: Revelation, Last Harbor, and Chronicles: Medieval, were highlighted as PC exclusives or having strong PC presence. The article argues that PC remains the best platform for accessing new releases, demos, and modding capabilities, reinforcing its central role in the gaming industry despite shifts in console strategies.
ILL is the most violent horror game I've ever seen, it makes Resident Evil and Dying Light look kinda cute
The upcoming horror game ILL, developed by Team Clout, is described as one of the most violent games seen, drawing comparisons to Resident Evil and Dying Light for its gory melee and shooter action. The game features detailed anatomical damage, similar to Dead Island 2's FLESH system, and appears to blend elements from various popular horror titles. ILL is slated for release in 2027.
Something for the SGF Weekend – 06/06/26
This week's gaming news roundup covers announcements from Summer Game Fest, Day of the Devs, and other showcases, including reveals for Marvel's Wolverine, Until Dawn 2, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several games received reviews, such as 007 First Light and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, while previews were offered for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve and Chivalware.
Alla Summer Games Fest-trailers samlade på ett och samma ställe
This article compiles trailers from Summer Game Fest, featuring announcements for games like Resident Evil Veronica, Alien: Isolation 2, and Guild Wars 3. It highlights a strong start with Resident Evil Veronica and a closing with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, showcasing a variety of upcoming titles.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance™ Team Reveals New Details for the Massive Expansion
Capcom revealed new details for the upcoming expansion Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance during Summer Game Fest 2026, including new locales, weapon mechanics, and monsters. The expansion is planned for release in 2027 and will feature Master Rank content. Additionally, Monster Hunter Wilds was announced for the Nintendo Switch 2, with the base game available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Capcom Shines Bright With Massive Reveals at Summer Game Fest 2026
Capcom made several major announcements at Summer Game Fest 2026, including a remake of Resident Evil Veronica for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, set for a 2027 release. Additionally, the Monster Hunter Wilds expansion Ascendance was revealed for 2027, and Street Fighter 6 announced its Year 4 character roster, featuring Tifa from Final Fantasy VII Remake Series, Yasmine, Arjun, and Bosch.
Resident Evil Veronica remake announced at Summer Game Fest
Capcom has announced a remake of Resident Evil Veronica, revealed during Summer Game Fest. The survival horror title, originally released in 2000 for the Sega Dreamcast, follows Claire Redfield's search for her brother Chris. The remake is slated for a 2027 release window.
Street Fighter 6 Year 4 Characters Revealed: Tifa Confirmed — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Capcom has revealed the Year 4 character roadmap for Street Fighter 6, including Tifa from Final Fantasy VII, Yasmine, Arjun, and Bosch. Yasmine will be the first character released in August 2026, followed by Arjun in Autumn 2026, Tifa in early 2027, and Bosch in Spring 2027. Tifa's inclusion marks her second appearance in a fighting game, and she will feature a unique Materia gameplay system. The Year 4 Character and Ultimate Passes are available for pre-order on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Monster Hunter Wilds Ascendance Expansion Announced — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Capcom announced at Summer Game Fest 2026 that the major expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds, titled Ascendance, will launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The expansion will feature new sky-island locales, explosive new abilities, Elder Dragons, and Master Rank content, alongside improved traversal and combat mechanics.
The biggest surprises of Summer Game Fest 2006 - from Tupac to Alien Isolation 2
Summer Game Fest showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including a new Cuphead game titled Mighty Cuphead Adventure, Alien: Isolation 2, and gen ATLAS from Fumito Ueda. Other notable reveals included Stranger Than Heaven featuring Tupac Shakur, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, and expansions for Monster Hunter Wilds and Stellar Blade. Many titles are slated for release in 2027 or later, with some like Virtua Fighter CrossRoads and 1666 Amsterdam aiming for next year.
Resident Evil Veronica Trailer Showcases Code Veronica Remake
Capcom revealed the remake of Resident Evil Veronica at the Summer Game Fest 2026 Showcase, featuring a trailer that introduces Claire Redfield and hints at characters like Alfred Ashford and HUNK. The game is set to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The original Resident Evil: Code Veronica was released in 2000 for the Sega Dreamcast.
All Major Summer Game Fest 2026 Announcements
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN, Final Fantasy VII Revelation launching in spring 2027 for multiple platforms, and the Resident Evil Veronica remake. New titles like Alien: Isolation 2, The Wolf Among Us 2, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads were also revealed, alongside updates for existing franchises and new IPs across various genres.
Monster Hunter Wilds in development for Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom has confirmed that Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2. While no release date was provided, the game's "Ascendance" DLC is slated for a 2027 release on other platforms, suggesting a similar timeframe for the Switch 2 port. This announcement follows previous rumors and speculation about a portable version of the action-RPG.
Monster Hunter Wilds Switch 2 Version, Felyne Nendoroid, and Hunter Figma Figure Teased
Capcom has confirmed a Nintendo Switch version of Monster Hunter Wilds is in development, alongside its previously announced PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC releases. Good Smile Company also revealed unpainted prototypes for a Felyne Nendoroid and a Hunter figma figure, with no release dates announced for either the game port or the merchandise yet.
It's Official, Monster Hunter Wilds Is Now In Development For Switch 2
Capcom has officially confirmed that Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2, with more information and a release date to be shared in the future. The game was originally released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC in February 2025. Capcom also announced the expansion Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance and Resident Evil Veronica for the Switch 2.
