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Summer Games Done Quick 2026: Watch Day 5 hereSummer Games Done Quick 2026 is underway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, raising money for Doctors Without Borders. Day 5 features a packed schedule of speedruns, including notable runs for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Nintendo Switch, Elden Ring co-op, and Metroid Dread. The event has already raised over $670,000.
New Elden Ring Project Coming in 2027An expansion for the Elden Ring tabletop board game, titled Elden Ring: Rot and Sorcery, is confirmed for a July 2027 release. This expansion will introduce two new standalone experiences, Machinations of the Witch and Dominion of Rot, featuring bosses like Radahn and Rennala. The game is designed for solo or co-op play for up to four players.
Legendary former Tekken boss says people don't 'properly evaluate' Hidetaka Miyazaki's…Former Tekken producer Katsuhiro Harada believes Hidetaka Miyazaki's unique career path and FromSoftware's gradual growth are often overlooked in favor of sales figures. Harada highlighted Miyazaki's late entry into game development and the studio's consistent refinement of its craft through titles like Demon's Souls and Dark Souls, leading to the success of Elden Ring. He also noted that Miyazaki's humility about his own skills is a common trait among successful developers.
Stop judging games by their sales figures, says Tekken's Katsuhiro Harada: “That’s exactly what you’d expect from someone who’s never actually developed games"Katsuhiro Harada, former face of Tekken and current CEO of SNK VS Studio, argues against judging games solely by their sales figures. He highlights Hidetaka Miyazaki's career path, emphasizing how FromSoftware's earlier, less successful titles paved the way for the massive success of the Dark Souls series and Elden Ring. Harada criticizes those who cannot appreciate developer growth and suggests this narrow view is typical of individuals without game development experience.
Dark Souls isn't "an especially difficult game," former Tekken boss says – it's in its world where FromSoftware boss Hidetaka Miyazaki's "true creativity shines through"Former Tekken lead Katsuhiro Harada believes Dark Souls' true strength lies not in its difficulty, but in Hidetaka Miyazaki's creative world-building. Harada describes Miyazaki as a unique and serious developer whose obsessive approach to creativity shines through in the intricate worlds of FromSoftware's games, including Dark Souls and Elden Ring.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Games Inbox: Giving up consoles because of PS5 going digital-onlyReaders discuss Sony's potential shift to an all-digital PlayStation 5, with concerns about game ownership, pricing, and accessibility for those with poor internet. Some readers are considering switching to PC or Nintendo, while others see digital as a convenient and inevitable evolution, provided consumer rights are protected.
Elden Ring and Dark Souls inspired Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 director's approach to the RPG's story –…Guillaume Broche, creative director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, discusses how FromSoftware titles like Elden Ring and Dark Souls inspired his RPG's narrative approach. He aims to create a story that encourages players to think and piece together the lore, rather than being explicitly told everything.
The surprising queerness of Elden RingThis article explores the surprising queerness found within FromSoftware's Elden Ring, focusing on themes of gender identity, fluid relationships, and LGBTQIA+ representation. It contrasts Elden Ring's inclusive world-building with the more restrictive approaches of previous FromSoftware titles like Dark Souls 3, highlighting how characters like Marika/Radagon and Miquella/St. Trina offer complex portrayals that resonate with players exploring their own identities.
December Backlog Cleanup: 5 Games to Close | TAGThis guide offers strategies for clearing video game backlogs during the week between Christmas and New Year's. It recommends focusing on finishing games already in progress, suggesting titles like Spider-Man 2, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Elden Ring Nightreign, and Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. The article also provides advice on managing time, re-engaging with paused games, and avoiding common pitfalls to start the new year with a sense of accomplishment.
Top 10 best video games of 2026 – from 007 First Light to Resident Evil RequiemThis article ranks the top 10 video games released in the first half of 2026, highlighting titles like 007 First Light, Pokémon Pokopia, and Resident Evil Requiem. The list excludes remasters, remakes, yearly sequels, expansions, and early access titles, focusing on original new releases across various platforms including Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Evening Reading - June 26, 2026This edition of Evening Reading covers news and deals from June 26, 2026, including updates on Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. It also notes a decrease in PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X sales in the US for May and highlights weekend download deals for Nintendo Switch and PC.
Despite investors moaning that Elden Ring's success hasn't been milked hard enough financially, FromSoftware parent company's CEO has kept his jobKadokawa CEO Takeshi Natsuno has retained his position following an annual shareholder meeting, despite efforts by activist investor group Oasis Management to oust him. Oasis Management, Kadokawa's largest shareholder, argued that the company failed to maximize profits from Elden Ring's success, citing the decision to publish through Bandai Namco instead of self-publishing. While Natsuno's shareholder support decreased, he remains in his role, though Kadokawa has pledged to review its management structure.
Nintendo Download – June 25, 2026 (North America) – Star Fox, Namco Legendary Mountains, moreThe North American Nintendo Download for the week of June 25, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop, including Star Fox and Namco Legendary Mountains for the Nintendo Switch 2. The report also details ongoing summer sales for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 systems, as well as special in-game events for Pokémon Pokopia and Tetris 99.
FromSoftware parent CEO keeps position following activist investors' disappointment in firm's handling of Elden RingTakeshi Natsuno will remain CEO of Kadokawa Corporation, the parent company of FromSoftware, despite a significant drop in shareholder support. Activist investor group Oasis Management had pushed for his removal, citing concerns over Kadokawa's handling of Elden Ring's success and potential profit leakage. The company has stated it will review its management structure and business plans.
Grand Theft Auto 6’s $80 Price Won’t Change Current $70 Baseline for AAA Games, Say AnalystsIndustry analysts suggest that Grand Theft Auto 6's $80 price point will not immediately shift the AAA game baseline but may lead to more pricing variance. While some marquee titles might adopt higher prices, many games will likely stick to the $70 baseline due to consumer sensitivity and the need to 'earn' higher prices through established franchise value. Companies like Nintendo and Rockstar Games have unique pricing power due to their strong brand recognition and perceived value.
Prime Day PS5 Deals Include Big Discounts On Elden Ring, Dragon Quest, And MoreAmazon's Prime Day event features significant discounts on numerous PlayStation 5 games, including FromSoftware's Elden Ring and its spin-off Elden Ring: Nightreign, both available for $20. Other notable deals include the Silent Hill 2 remake, Lost Soul Aside, Resident Evil Requiem, and Assassin's Creed Shadows, with prices slashed by up to 50% on select titles.
Elden Ring 'profit leakage' has Kadokawa investors looking for a new bossActivist investor Oasis Management, now Kadokawa Corporation's largest shareholder, is calling for the ouster of CEO Takeshi Natsuno due to alleged "profit leakage" from Elden Ring's success. Oasis argues that Kadokawa, through its subsidiary FromSoftware, has failed to capitalize fully on its hit titles by partnering with external publishers like Bandai Namco, instead of self-publishing. The company also faced a data leak and a less-than-ideal strategic alliance with Sony.- FromSoftware parent’s CEO survives hedge fund owners’ attempt to remove him, but there’s more pressure to comeThe CEO of Kadokawa Corporation, the parent company of FromSoftware, has successfully retained his position following an attempt by hedge fund owners to remove him. Despite this immediate victory, further pressure is expected regarding the company's leadership and governance.
FromSoftware parent company CEO survives vote to oust at annual shareholder meetingKadokawa Group CEO Takeshi Natsuno survived a vote to oust him at the company's annual shareholder meeting, despite calls from major shareholder Oasis Management. Oasis argued that Kadokawa failed to capitalize on Elden Ring's success and experienced profit leakage. Natsuno will remain in his position, and a proposal to appoint Koji Okura to the board was approved.