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Street Fighter Could Be In For A Rough First Round At The Box Office
The new Street Fighter movie is projected to have a weak opening weekend, earning under $70 million worldwide against an $82 million production budget. This performance is significantly lower than the recent Resident Evil movie but slightly better than Mortal Kombat 2's opening. The 2009 Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li is highlighted as a major box office failure.
Should You Play The Resident Evil Remakes On Switch 2?
This article analyzes the performance of Capcom's Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4 remakes on the Nintendo Switch. It questions whether the ports do justice to the acclaimed titles.
007 First Light gets Switch 2 release date, with IO Interactive saying time for "optimisation and performance" was needed
IO Interactive has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light will be released on March 18, 2027, after an initial delay. The studio cited the need for further "optimisation and performance" work on the new hardware. The game has been a commercial success, passing 4 million sales, and the studio is also independently developing its fantasy RPG, Project Fantasy, after a setback with publisher Xbox.
Monster Hunter Wilds demo heading to Nintendo Switch 2 next week
Capcom will release a free "Prologue" demo for Monster Hunter Wilds on Nintendo Switch 2 starting October 19 in North America and October 20 in Europe. The demo allows players to experience the beginning of the game, with save data carrying over to the full release, which supports local multiplayer.
Monster Hunter Wilds Prologue Demo Launches on October 19th for Switch 2
Capcom announced that the Prologue Demo for Monster Hunter Wilds will launch on October 19th for the Nintendo Switch 2, allowing players to carry over their save data to the full game. The full game is set to release on December 4th for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, with a paid expansion, Ascendance, planned for 2027.
Here are our PS Plus Premium and Extra games for October
Sony has announced the lineup of games available for PlayStation Plus Premium and Extra subscribers in October, featuring a mix of new releases and older titles. Highlights include Horizon Forbidden West, Mafia: The Old Country, and the day-one launch of the co-op looter shooter Mycopunk.
The Walking Dead's Chandler Riggs made a Resident Evil 7 short film even though 'it's impossible to…
Chandler Riggs, known for his role in The Walking Dead, has directed and starred in a 20-minute fan film adaptation of Resident Evil 7. The film focuses on the Baker family home and a fight scene involving Ethan Winters, whose face is shown despite the game's first-person perspective. Riggs acknowledges the difficulty of pleasing all fans but hopes the adaptation will introduce more people to the franchise.
Evening Reading - October 13, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers upcoming game releases like Mina the Hollower and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a review of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and news regarding F-Zero GX cheat codes and Capcom's Resident Evil remakes on Nintendo Switch. The article also touches on Epic Games' AI pivot, Apple's new home entertainment products, and the passing of FPS level designer Richard Gray.
GTA 6 PC Release Rumored for Q1 2027 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
A rumor suggests that Grand Theft Auto VI will be released on PC in the first quarter of 2027, following its console debut on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. This potential delay mirrors Rockstar Games' previous release patterns for Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2, which also received PC ports significantly after their console launches.
Mafia: The Old Country, Horizon Forbidden West, and More Coming to PS Plus Extra/Premium in October
Sony has announced the new games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in October. The lineup includes The Midnight Walk, Mafia: The Old Country, Horizon Forbidden West, Mycopunk, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 2, Tales of Arise – Beyond the Dawn Edition, and Monster Energy Supercross 25. Premium subscribers will also receive Dino Crisis 2 and RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen review – fantasy island survival
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen offers a challenging expansion with a return to the original game's sense of danger and continuous jeopardy. The new landmass of Norgan introduces tougher creatures and environmental hazards, providing a stern test even for high-level players. While it doesn't introduce many new mechanics beyond the base game, the expansion's focus on combat and exploration is a welcome return for fans.
Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition review for Nintendo Switch 2
The Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 is a remarkable port of a highly influential survival horror game. While the original's dialogue tone is missed, the remake's improved narrative, fluid combat, and RE Engine visuals create a tense and satisfying experience. Despite some performance struggles in handheld mode, the game is a worthy recommendation for newcomers and a fantastic experience overall.
Hideo Kojima Reviews The Resident Evil Movie
Hideo Kojima shared his positive review of Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie, noting its effective use of horror techniques and its ability to evoke the feeling of playing the original game. He also mentioned picking up materials for the Tom Cruise movie Digger while at the theater. The article also briefly touches on Kojima's upcoming games OD and Death Stranding.
Resident Evil 3 review for Nintendo Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Resident Evil 3 offers a complete digital experience, but ultimately falls short of expectations compared to its predecessor. While the gameplay is faster-paced and features a more prominent role for Carlos, the shortened, linear narrative and the neutered presence of Nemesis detract from the survival horror experience. Despite these flaws, the game's fluidity and varied enemy design provide an engaging, albeit rushed, experience.
Epic Games Confirmes AI Embracing as New Norm
Epic Games is undergoing a significant organizational shift to "maximum AI acceleration," according to CEO Tim Sweeney. The company aims to leverage AI to enable its developers to create more and better content, with similar benefits intended for studios using Unreal Engine. This move includes an "AI-first" development model for some projects, potentially involving AI-generated code and artwork, though Epic emphasizes human oversight.
Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition review for Nintendo Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition is a significant improvement over the previous cloud-based release, offering a full digital download with no constant internet requirement. This version includes all previously released DLC and provides a visually impressive and atmospheric survival horror experience that finally justifies the wait for a native Nintendo platform release.
Capcom's Resident Evil remakes shine on Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom's remakes of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4 are performing exceptionally well on the Nintendo Switch 2, largely hitting their target of 60 frames per second in both handheld and docked modes. While Resident Evil 4 experiences minor dips in graphically intensive areas, the overall experience is described as flawless and a must-have for fans.
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival learned the wrong lesson from Resident Evil 7
This article critiques Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, arguing that its first-person perspective, inspired by Resident Evil 7, detracts from the game's potential as a third-person action title. While praising its gore and atmosphere, the author finds the perspective choice disorienting and detrimental to both character immersion and combat mechanics.
Street Fighter director says Capcom "loves" the movie and game lead describes it as "his version come to…
Street Fighter movie director Kitao Sakurai revealed that Capcom "loves" the film, with Street Fighter 5 and 6 director Takayuki Nakayama describing it as his "version of Street Fighter in his head come to life." While early reactions to the movie are mixed, Capcom has had a prolific year in Hollywood with successful adaptations of Devil May Cry and Resident Evil.
The Walking Dead's Carl star has made his own Resident Evil film, and says he would love to work with Zach Cregger…
Chandler Riggs, known for his role as Carl Grimes in The Walking Dead, has created and released his own fan film titled 'Biohazard,' based on Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. The 19-minute short, which Riggs also wrote and directed, features practical effects and stars fellow Walking Dead actor Jason Douglas as Jack Baker. Riggs expressed interest in collaborating with Zach Cregger, director of the recent Resident Evil movie, and stated his project was in development before Cregger's film was announced.
