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Onimusha: Way of the Sword is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on September 25thCapcom announced during a Nintendo Direct that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will launch on September 25th for Nintendo Switch 2, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game will feature motion controls utilizing the JoyCon 2 controllers for unique attacks. A free demo is also available.
15 PS5 Games from Last Week's Livestreams We Can't Wait to PlayThis article highlights 15 upcoming PlayStation 5 games that generated excitement from recent livestreams. The list includes anticipated titles like Alien Isolation 2, Marvel's Wolverine, and Silent Hill: Townfall, alongside sequels and new IPs across various genres. The author expresses enthusiasm for the diverse range of experiences coming to the platform.
15 PS5 Games from Last Week's Livestreams We're Dying to PlaySeveral major livestreams last week revealed a multitude of anticipated PlayStation 5 games, including sequels and new entries in established franchises. Titles like Alien: Isolation 2, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, and Marvel's Wolverine were highlighted, alongside new IPs such as Gen Atlas and The Lost Wild, generating significant excitement among players.
Street Fighter 6 sales top seven millionCapcom announced that Street Fighter 6 has sold over seven million units worldwide. The fighting game, which launched in June 2023 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series, and PC, most recently surpassed 6.7 million units as of March 31, 2026. The article also details the game's various modes and features, including Fighting Ground, World Tour, and Battle Hub.- Monster Hunter Wilds unveils the Ascendance expansion arriving sometime in 2027Capcom has unveiled Ascendance, an expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds, set to release in 2027. The expansion will continue the game's story, introducing new locales, elder dragons like Kushala Daora and potentially Lao-Shan Lung, and new combat mechanics via the boost bracer. A Nintendo Switch version of Monster Hunter Wilds is also in development.
It’s Hard To Get Excited For Persona 4 RevivalThe author expresses a lack of excitement for the upcoming Persona 4 Revival remake, despite holding the original Persona 4 as a favorite JRPG. This is largely due to Persona 4 Golden already receiving a comprehensive re-release on modern platforms, making the need for another remake questionable. The article questions whether the new visuals and potential new content in Revival can justify its existence or improve upon the already definitive Persona 4 Golden.
Monster Hunter Wilds fans collectively sigh as Ascendance expansion brings back hated elder dragon Kushala Daora:…Capcom announced the "massive expansion" Monster Hunter Wilds Ascendance, set to launch in 2027. While the expansion has generated excitement, the return of the Elder Dragon Kushala Daora has been met with fan disappointment due to its repetitive fight mechanics. The announcement also confirmed the return of Lao-Shan Lung.
Resident Evil Veronica is the remake I'm most excited about, because the original was such a messThe author expresses excitement for a potential remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, citing its original flaws like backtracking and clunky inventory management. They believe the RE Engine could significantly improve the game, which is considered important for its plot threads despite its issues.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Hands-on and more details on 11 upcoming PS5 gamesSummer Game Fest Play Days showcased numerous upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, offering hands-on experiences and new details. Games previewed include Alien: Isolation 2, Control Resonant, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Resident Evil Veronica, SAW: Genesis, Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Crazy Taxi World Tour, gen Atlas, Silent Hill: Townfall, Sonic Pico Park, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads.
Monster Hunter: World has now sold over 30m units worldwide, becoming Capcom's "best-selling single title of all time"Capcom announced that Monster Hunter: World has surpassed 30 million units sold worldwide, making it the company's best-selling single title. This milestone comes as Capcom prepares for the launch of the expansion-sized DLC, Ascendance, for Monster Hunter Wilds next year. The company also noted its ninth consecutive year of record profits, despite some performance issues with Monster Hunter Wilds.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026 – Nintendo Switch 2 gives Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth a big boostThe latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026, shows Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth re-entering the top ten at number four following its release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World also charted within the top ten.
Monster Hunter World has sold over 30 million copies, further cementing its lead as Capcom's best-selling game and leaving Wilds in the dust after a year of performance woesCapcom announced that Monster Hunter World has surpassed 30 million units sold, making it the company's best-selling game. This milestone comes as Monster Hunter Wilds has faced performance issues throughout 2025, with Monster Hunter Rise performing better. Capcom plans to apply lessons learned from Wilds' performance struggles to future titles.
Resident Evil Veronica: What the Reveal Tells Us About the StoryThe upcoming remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, now titled Resident Evil Veronica, is set to launch in 2027 and will feature a reimagined storyline. The reveal trailer hints at significant changes, including the potential expanded role of Hunk and a redesigned Alfred Ashford. The game will be released for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
PlayStation State of Play June 2026: What Actually Matters to Adult GamersSony's June 2026 State of Play showcased numerous upcoming games for the PlayStation 5, with a focus on titles relevant to adult gamers. Highlights include Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, Moon Studios' No Rest for the Wicked, and Santa Monica Studio's God of War Laufey. The event also featured new looks at Stuntman: Hollywood, Dune: Awakening, and a packed release schedule for Fall 2026, culminating in the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Every Big Announcement Ranked and ExplainedSummer Game Fest 2026 showcased a wide array of upcoming video game titles, with notable announcements including the third Final Fantasy VII installment, a remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, and the long-awaited sequel to The Wolf Among Us. The event highlighted the increasing saturation of the game market and featured titles aiming for distinct identities to stand out.
There's suddenly a terrifying number of games releasing this fallThe fall release calendar for major video games has become unexpectedly crowded, with numerous high-profile titles scheduled to launch within an eight-week period. This surge in releases is seen as a strategy to avoid direct competition with the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. The article highlights a selection of these upcoming games, noting the challenge players will face in keeping up with the dense schedule.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Uses Generative AI, Sega RevealsSega has confirmed that Crazy Taxi: World Tour will utilize generative AI as a support tool for developers, aiming to enhance content creation. This marks the first major Sega title to implement the technology, following its earlier use in Sega Football Club Champions. Other companies like Square Enix and Capcom are also exploring generative AI, though Capcom has stated it will not use AI-generated art.
Final Fantasy's Tifa Lockhart joins Street Fighter 6 in surprise crossover reveal, but not everyone is happy about itTifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy VII Remake is joining Street Fighter 6 as part of its Year 4 character pass, alongside new characters Yasmine, Arjun, and Bosch. The announcement has divided the Street Fighter 6 and Tekken fanbases, with some seeing it as a way to boost interest and others expressing disappointment, particularly those who had hoped for Tifa's inclusion in Tekken.
Capcom reveals more Resident Evil Veronica informationCapcom has revealed new details about the upcoming remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, set to release in 2027. The game will feature modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and enhanced graphics, while preserving the essence of the original 2000 title. It will be available on Nintendo Switch and utilize the RE Engine.
Vampire Survivors has a free content expansion, plus a Legacy of the Bloodmoon DLC in Summer 2026Developer poncle has released a free content update for Vampire Survivors, version 1.15, which includes major quality-of-life improvements, new content like stages and characters, and various tweaks. Additionally, the 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC was announced for Summer 2026, serving as an expansion to 'Legacy of the Moonspell'. poncle also revealed plans for a new studio in Japan headed by Sawaki Takeyasu and a lineup of 'Survivaton' games.