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Capcom business and news from across the web.- Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection Physical Copies Selling Out in Japan, Restocks Planned for Late AprilPhysical copies of Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection are selling out in Japan due to high demand, with restocks planned for late April. Capcom advises purchasing the digital version for immediate access. The collection features the Star Force trilogy, originally released on Nintendo DS, combining RPG mechanics with action combat and card systems, and includes restored online functionality.
Original Resident Evil Trilogy Now on SteamCapcom has released the original Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis on Steam for PC. These classic survival horror titles were previously only available on GOG. The games are currently 50% off until April 15th.
Monster Hunter Outlanders announces second closed betaCapcom and TiMi Studio Group have announced a second closed beta test for the mobile game Monster Hunter Outlanders. While a specific date for the beta has not yet been revealed, registration is now open on the game's official website. Monster Hunter Outlanders is a free-to-play title being co-developed for iOS and Android devices.
Original Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3: Nemesis, and Breath of Fire IV now available via SteamThe original versions of Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis, along with Breath of Fire IV, have been released on Steam. These titles, co-developed by Capcom and GOG, are available at a launch discount of $4.99 before returning to their standard price of $9.99. The releases include various quality-of-life improvements and updated rendering options for PC.- Because You Didn't Have Enough Games to Play This Weekend: Classic Resident Evil Survival Horror Trilogy andCapcom has released the classic Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis trilogy on PC via Steam, with each title priced at $9.99 and available at a 50% discount. These ports retain the original experiences while adding support for modern operating systems and controllers. Additionally, Breath of Fire IV has also been released on Steam, continuing Capcom's trend of making legacy titles accessible on modern platforms.
Free Up Your Inventory Space Because Resident Evil™, Resident Evil™ 2, and Resident Evil™ 3: Nemesis All Release on Steam Today!Capcom has released Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3: Nemesis, and Breath of Fire IV on Steam today, coinciding with the Resident Evil series' 30th anniversary. All four titles are available for $9.99 each, with a limited-time 50% discount offered until April 15. These versions include enhancements for modern operating systems and controllers.
Original Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, and Breath of Fire IV get Steam releasesCapcom has re-released the original versions of Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3: Nemesis, and Breath of Fire IV on Steam. These classic titles, co-developed with GOG, are currently available at a 50% discount until April 15th. The Steam versions include enhancements for modern operating systems and controllers while preserving the original gameplay experiences.
The OG Resident Evil 1, 2 and 3 Are Now Available on Steam With a Heavy Discount (and DRM)Capcom has released the original Windows versions of Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis on Steam with a significant discount until April 15th. These classic survival horror titles are available for $4.99 each, though they include the Enigma Protector DRM, which may affect performance on Steam Deck.
3 Resident Evil Games Now Less Than $5 on PS StoreThree Resident Evil titles, including the Resident Evil 1 remake, Resident Evil 5, and Resident Evil 6, are available for under $5 each on the PlayStation Store until April 9, 2026. These sales offer a significant discount from their usual price of $19.99, making it an opportune time for fans to acquire these survival horror classics.
After Resident Evil Requiem's massive success, director Zach Cregger jokes fans may "crucify" him if his movie reboot fails to crack the Resi codeDirector Zach Cregger, known for "Barbarian," is helming a new live-action Resident Evil movie, aiming to succeed where "Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City" failed. Cregger acknowledges fan pressure and the importance of faithfulness to the source material, stating his film will explore the concept of being pitted against a world determined to annihilate the protagonist. The movie is scheduled for release on September 18, 2026.
PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Update Confirmed for Fan Favorite Adventure GameUbisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Shadows will receive PSSR 2.0 support on the PlayStation 5 Pro, enhancing its visuals and performance. This update adds the game to a growing list of titles benefiting from the new upscaling technology, which also includes Resident Evil Requiem and Cyberpunk 2077.
Resident Evil fans have adopted a Love & Deepspace character as the son of Leon S. Kennedy and one of his potential spousesFans of Resident Evil 9 have adopted Zayne, a character from the mobile game Love and Deepspace, as the theoretical son of Leon S. Kennedy and Ada Wong. This theory gained traction due to a gesture Leon makes in Resident Evil 9's ending, interpreted by players as him removing a wedding ring, and Zayne's visual resemblance to both characters. Despite the fan enthusiasm, Love and Deepspace's lore indicates Zayne has living parents who are doctors involved in humanitarian work, making the crossover theory unlikely.
Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami partners with Stellar Blade devs Shift Up to make "smaller, experimental titles alongside a large-scale flagship"Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami has partnered with Korean studio Shift Up, the developers of Stellar Blade. Mikami's new company, Unbound, will focus on developing smaller, experimental titles alongside a large-scale flagship game. Shift Up has acquired Unbound, and Mikami expressed a sense of synergy with Shift Up's CEO, Hyung-Tae Kim.
April Fools' Day 2026 Gaming RoundupGaming studios participated in April Fools' Day 2026 with various humorous announcements and fake game reveals. Notable entries include Pathea Games' 'My Time Restaurant', Square Enix's 'NieR Cosmic Horror', and CD Projekt Red's 'Project R.O.A.C.H.' which lets players control Geralt's horse Roach. Other pranks involved a 'Warhammer 40k' musical and 'Parkitect' becoming 'Frogitect'.
Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For April & May 2026Nintendo is releasing several new games and accessories for the Nintendo Switch in April and May 2026, including Tomodachi Life, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, Pragmata, Indiana Jones & The Great Circle, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and 007 First Light. The article also mentions the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie and highlights accessories and eShop credit options.
Capcom finally confirms the theory that Pragmata is a stealth Mega Man game, just don't look at today's dateCapcom humorously confirmed a fan theory that its upcoming sci-fi shooter Pragmata is secretly a Mega Man game for April Fools' Day. A video showed a character resembling Mega Man, only to reveal it was a joke with a hand-drawn message. The article speculates that a Mega Man costume might be included in the full game as an Easter egg.
Resident Evil creator teases next game as he joins forces with Stellar Blade devStellar Blade developer Shift Up has acquired Shinji Mikami's studio, Unbound Games, and will publish its future titles. Mikami, known for creating Resident Evil, stated he will be 'fully involved' in the studio's next AAA console game, with a brief tease of a monster in a ruined city shown.
Resident Evil Requiem Appears To Contain Code: Veronica Easter Eggs, Hinting At Rumored RemakeResident Evil Requiem offers a strong first half and a very good second half, with its narrative drawing parallels to Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 1, Resident Evil 4, and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. The reviewer found the game to be a significant improvement over recent entries in the franchise, though it narrowly missed being ranked among their top 5 games of all time. The article also notes the presence of Easter eggs that hint at a potential remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica.
Capcom Embraces 'Pragmata Is Secretly Mega Man' Conspiracy with Brilliant April Fool GagCapcom played an April Fool's Day joke by leaning into a fan theory that their upcoming sci-fi shooter Pragmata is secretly a Mega Man game. The joke referenced protagonist Hugh's android companion Diana, her blue attire, and the game's moon base setting. While debunking the theory, Capcom's gag has led fans to humorously request Mega Man elements be included in the actual game.
Round Up: It's April Fools' Day, Here Are The Best Gaming Gags We've Seen (2026)This article rounds up various gaming-related pranks and jokes released on April Fools' Day 2026. Notable gags include a fake Mega Man game, a Level-5 theme park announcement, and a PowerWash Simulator spin-off. Real-world tie-ins like a Pokémon Pokopia inflatable item are also mentioned.