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Best Fantasy Games To Escape The World In 2026This guide highlights 15 of the best fantasy games available on modern platforms, focusing on titles that offer immersive worlds and engaging gameplay. The list includes a variety of RPG subgenres, from first-person and CRPG to action and turn-based, featuring games like Avowed, Baldur's Gate 3, Elden Ring, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Crown prince of Saudi Arabia's Electronic Gaming Development Company acquires 5% stake in CapcomSaudi Arabia's Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC), a subsidiary of the Misk Foundation, has acquired a 5% stake in Capcom, reportedly as a pure investment. This follows a similar acquisition of Capcom shares by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) in 2022. The article also includes commentary from Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks on the challenges and future of the video game industry, including cost inflation, talent acquisition, and the potential of AI.- Saudi Arabia now owns just over 10% of Capcom, national investment company scoops up more sharesSaudi Arabian investment company Electronic Gaming Development Company has acquired just over five percent of Capcom, bringing their total ownership to over ten percent. This move signifies a significant investment in the Japanese game developer.
Pragmata Hands-On Preview: More Than A Throwback ShooterA hands-on preview of Pragmata reveals a surprisingly deep narrative and character dynamic between engineer Hugh and the android Diana, set against a backdrop of hostile AI on a lunar research station. The game blends third-person shooting with hacking mechanics and features a scarcity-driven combat system that encourages strategic engagement. Capcom appears to be developing an emotionally impactful experience that could be a sleeper hit.
Pragmata Final Preview - More Than A Throwback ShooterCapcom's new science fiction action-adventure IP, Pragmata, is set in the near future on a lunar research station. Players control protagonist Hugh and his android companion Diana as they navigate the environment, with the game featuring a unique hacking mechanic and surprisingly nuanced characterization beyond its shooter gameplay. The title is expected to release on March 17, 2026, for PC.
Saudi Arabia now owns just over 10% of Capcom, national investment company scoops up more sharesSaudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has increased its stake in Capcom, now owning just over 10% of the Japanese game developer. This move signifies significant foreign investment in the video game industry.
Street Fighter 6 X Mega Man Star Force & Battle Network Collab AnnouncedCapcom has announced a new collaboration for Street Fighter 6 featuring Mega Man Star Force and Mega Man Battle Network. Players logging in will receive free collaboration items, including a new makeover and updates to the Battle Hub. Additionally, free DriveTech outfits will be distributed later this year, and new paid DLC fighter Ingrid is set to release.- Street Fighter 6 X Mega Man Star Force & Battle Network Free Collab DLC AnnouncedCapcom has released free collaboration DLC for Street Fighter 6, featuring items from Mega Man Star Force and Mega Man Battle Network. The update includes new Battle Hub aesthetics and special voting events. Additionally, free DriveTech outfits will be distributed later this year, and new paid DLC fighter Ingrid is set to arrive as the final Season 3 character.
- Street Fighter 6 Adds Alex as Year 3 DLC Fighter, New Outfits and Theme Song StreamingCapcom has announced Alex as the latest DLC fighter for Street Fighter 6, marking his return since Street Fighter III: New Generation. The Year 3 Character Pass includes Alex with new moves and outfits, alongside additional cosmetics for Dee Jay and Elena. Alex's theme song is now available for streaming, and the game has sold six million units across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
GamerForge Review: Resident Evil Requiem - A Bloody Welcome HomeThis review offers a second opinion on Resident Evil Requiem, contrasting with a previous low score. The reviewer, a self-proclaimed fan of the series, found the game to be "okay," expressing a personal connection to the franchise.
Games Inbox: Is Requiem the best Resident Evil game?Readers discuss their thoughts on Resident Evil Requiem, with some considering it among the best in the series, though slightly behind remakes of Resident Evil 2 and 4. The article also touches on Microsoft's lack of live service games, the potential of Crimson Desert, early gaming memories, and the advancements in graphics technology like ray tracing and upscaling.- Ace Attorney-Themed “2001 Game Channel” Café Announced in ChinaCapcom and Kamisatoya have announced a collaboration to open an Ace Attorney-themed cafe in China, titled the 2001 Game Channel. While specific details about the menu and merchandise are yet to be revealed, new character illustrations featuring Maya, Phoenix, and Edgeworth have been released. The Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy recently received a free update adding new languages and features across multiple platforms.
- The Saudi company that owns SNK disclosed a 5% stake in CapcomThe Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC), a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund through its MiSK Foundation, has disclosed ownership of 26,788,500 shares in Capcom. This move indicates a significant investment by the Saudi entity into the Japanese game developer.
All Monster Hunter Stories 3 mutations and how to get themMonster Hunter Stories 3 features a mutation system that allows players to obtain rare subspecies of monsters by releasing them into specific environments with certain conditions met. This guide details how to acquire various mutated monsters, including Pink Rathian, Dreadqueen Rathian, and Brute Tigrex, by managing ecosystem ranks and introducing specific monster types.
Leon Kennedy’s Gray Hair in RE9 Sparks Gaming’s Aging ConversationResident Evil 9's depiction of a 49-year-old Leon Kennedy with graying hair has sparked conversations about aging and representation in video games. This rare acknowledgment of a character's passage of time resonates with players who have grown alongside these digital heroes for decades. Capcom's decision to age Leon, while purely cosmetic, highlights a potential shift in how AAA games can handle legacy characters and the evolving maturity of the gaming audience.
Nvidia announces DLSS 5 in uncanny video putting games through obvious AI filter, Bethesda's Todd Howard joins devs hyping it up: "We got it running in Starfield, it was amazing how it brought it to life"Nvidia has announced DLSS 5, an AI-powered rendering technique that the company claims is its most significant breakthrough since real-time ray tracing. Demonstrations in games like Starfield and Resident Evil Requiem show dramatic visual changes, though some online have criticized the results as uncanny and similar to AI photo filters. Bethesda's Todd Howard expressed enthusiasm, stating DLSS 5 "brought it to life" in Starfield.
DLSS 5 Moves NVIDIA’s Upscaling Tech Toward Full Neural RenderingNVIDIA unveiled DLSS 5 at GTC, a new neural rendering system designed to enhance real-time game graphics with photorealistic lighting and materials. Expected to launch this fall, DLSS 5 uses an AI model to process color and motion data, aiming for cinematic realism at up to 4K resolution. Several major studios, including Bethesda, Capcom, and Ubisoft, are already implementing the technology in upcoming titles like Starfield and Assassin's Creed Shadows.
Pow! LEGO Batman's Release Date Brought Forward a Full Week on PS5The release date for the PlayStation 5 action platformer LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight has been moved up by one week to May 22, 2026. This earlier date also applies to the Deluxe Edition's early access period, allowing players to start on May 19. The game promises a celebration of Batman's history across various media, with gameplay inspired by the Batman Arkham series.
PS5 Pro's Upgraded PSSR Upscaler is Rolling Out for Silent Hill f, Alan Wake 2, Final Fantasy VIISony is rolling out an upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaler for PlayStation 5 Pro consoles, enhancing visual clarity and performance in supported games. Titles like Silent Hill f, Alan Wake 2, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will benefit from this technology, with more games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Cyberpunk 2077 receiving support soon. Developers from Square Enix and Remedy Entertainment have praised the PSSR upgrade for its ability to improve image quality and stability.
Top 8 Upcoming Games for Nintendo Switch 2This article lists eight upcoming games scheduled for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The list includes enhanced versions of popular titles like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Disney Dreamlight Valley, alongside new releases such as Pragmata and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.