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Capcom: En Pragmata-uppföljare är "väldigt trolig"
Capcom has indicated that a sequel to their new title Pragmata is highly likely, following strong initial sales of 2.5 million units. The company hopes to establish Pragmata as one of its core, long-term revenue-generating series.
Evening Reading - July 29, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several gaming industry updates, including a sequel in development for Wuchang: Fallen Feathers and a DLC release for Pokemon Pokopia. Financial reports from Capcom, SK Hynix, Electronic Arts, Facebook, and Microsoft are highlighted, with EA CEO Andrew Wilson's compensation increasing due to Battlefield 6's success. Additionally, Facebook's Reality Labs reported significant losses, while Silent Hill: Townfall is noted for its innovative use of outdated technology. The article also touches on streaming events and new content for Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
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Microsoft's Xbox division experienced a 10 percent revenue drop, contrasting with significant growth in its cloud and AI businesses. Separately, a Capcom producer indicated that the Resident Evil remakes are a key financial driver for the company.
Games Inbox: Are user reviews for video games reliable?
Readers discuss the reliability of user reviews for video games, with many expressing skepticism due to fanboyism and review bombing, favoring curated professional reviews or Steam's larger user base. The letters also touch on game release schedules, the evolution of game development timelines, the importance of modern-day storytelling in the Assassin's Creed series, and the business practices of companies like EA.
Capcom expects 95% of its game sales to be digital in the next year, and it's pretty much already there thanks…
Capcom's latest financial report indicates that digital game sales accounted for over 93% of its revenue in the quarter ending June 2026, with expectations to reach 95.4% by March 2027. While PC sales heavily influence this trend, console digital sales are also significantly higher than physical, leading to discussions about the future of physical media.
Pragmata developers considered changing Diana’s hairstyle to reduce costs, could have been a bob cut
Capcom developers Kenji Irie and Serina Ohara revealed that Pragmata's character Diana's iconic long hairstyle was almost changed to a bob cut to reduce development costs. The team ultimately decided against the change, believing the long hair was crucial for conveying a sense of life and keeping visuals interesting. Pragmata is available on Nintendo Switch 2.
Pragmata 2 likelihood is 'high' says Capcom as game exceeds expectations
Capcom has indicated a high likelihood of a sequel for its new IP, Pragmata, following strong sales that exceeded internal expectations. The game has sold over 2.5 million copies since its April release. While a sequel is considered probable, its release is not expected until at least 2030 due to ongoing development priorities for other major franchises like Resident Evil and Devil May Cry.
Resident Evil Movie Is Most Violent Thing Zach Cregger Has Ever Made — “You Gotta Go Grotesque”
Director Zach Cregger described his upcoming Resident Evil movie as the most violent project he has ever undertaken, emphasizing its grotesque and brutal nature. He stated the film focuses on a single character's journey fighting monsters rather than expanding on the game's lore. The movie, starring Austin Abrams, is set to release on September 18, with the Resident Evil game series seeing continued success with Resident Evil Requiem selling over 8 million units.
Capcom (CCOEY) Q1 2027 earnings results reveal 93.3% of its game sales were digital
Capcom's Q1 2027 financial report indicates that digital game sales accounted for 93.3% of its total revenue, a significant increase year-over-year. PC digital sales represented 60.4% of all game sales, with console sales making up 32.9%. This trend highlights a growing player preference for digital purchases over physical media.
Tencent-owned Lightspeed LA is laying off staff
Lightspeed LA, a subsidiary of Tencent's Lightspeed Studios and developer of Last Sentinel, has laid off approximately 80 employees. The studio cited a shift in creative and development direction for the project following internal reviews. Lightspeed Studios remains committed to its North American operations and global gaming strategy.
Select Physical Resident Evil Games on PS5 Are Back to $16 at Amazon
Several Resident Evil titles, including the remakes of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4, along with Resident Evil 7, are available for $16 on PlayStation 5 at Amazon. This sale brings popular entries in the survival horror series to a discounted price.
Capcom producer says Resident Evil remakes are providing financial support to develop new games and IP
Capcom producer Masachika Kawata stated that Resident Evil remakes are crucial for funding new game development and original intellectual property. He explained that this strategy allows the team to release a Resident Evil title annually while also honing their skills and challenging themselves with new projects like Pragmata.
Pragmata's chances of getting a sequel are high, Capcom exec says as the new action hit exceeds expectations with…
Capcom executive Yoshikazu Shimauchi stated that the new third-person shooter Pragmata has exceeded sales expectations, selling over two-and-a-half million copies. Due to its strong performance and the company's interest in turning it into a series, the chances of a sequel are considered high.
Resident Evil Spin-Offs Unlikely to Come Back Soon
Capcom has paused the development of Resident Evil spin-off titles to focus on new main entries, remakes, and original intellectual properties like Pragmata. Long-term employee Masachika Kawata stated that the team's current energy is fully dedicated to these projects, making it unlikely for spin-offs to return in the near future. The company also relies on remakes to fund new game development.
Pragmata 2 Likely After Sales Success, Publisher Capcom Says
Capcom has indicated that a sequel to their sci-fi adventure game Pragmata is likely following the original's sales success. The game features a protagonist accompanied by a small android girl.
Capcom says likelihood of a Pragmata sequel is high, citing strong sales and 'appeal' of its main character, Diana
Capcom has indicated a high likelihood of a sequel for its game Pragmata, following strong sales figures that exceeded internal expectations. The company cited the game's impressive 2.5 million sales and the appeal of its main character, Diana, as key drivers for this decision. This positive performance has also boosted Capcom's stock by approximately 19 percent.
Pragmata’s Success Has Increased the Likelihood of a Sequel, Says Capcom
Capcom corporate officer Yoshikazu Shimauchi indicated that a sequel to Pragmata is likely, following the game's successful sales of over 2.5 million copies. This follows previous statements from Capcom and the game's producers expressing interest in a follow-up. Despite early development criticism, the game has achieved a strong sales milestone across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
The Vast Majority of Capcom's 2026 Game Sales Have Been Digital
Capcom's first quarter report for the 2026 fiscal year indicates that the vast majority of the company's game sales are now digital. This trend has reportedly caused unease among players.
Capcom Is Having A Great Year, And It Has Franchises New And Old To Thank
Capcom is experiencing a strong year, driven by the success of both established and new franchises. Resident Evil Requiem has sold over 8 million units, while the new title Pragmata has achieved 2.5 million sales since its April release. Other titles like Devil May Cry 5 and Monster Hunter World also contributed significantly to the company's performance this quarter.
Resident Evil beats Final Fantasy to become the best-selling Japanese game series not published by Nintendo, with…
The Resident Evil series has surpassed Final Fantasy to become the best-selling Japanese game franchise not published by Nintendo, with over 213 million copies sold. Resident Evil 2's 2019 remake is now the series' best-selling individual title with 19.75 million units sold, overtaking Resident Evil 5. Resident Evil 4 remake is also performing strongly, indicating continued success for the horror franchise.
