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Capcom shrugs off PlayStation's all-digital future, suggests shrinking physical market will not have a "significant impact" on its operations
Capcom stated that approximately 90 percent of its unit sales are digital and does not anticipate a significant impact from the shrinking physical game market as PlayStation moves towards an all-digital future. The company's positive outlook is supported by strong sales of titles like Resident Evil Requiem and the upcoming release of Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
Sonic Team boss says more “surprises” are yet to come for Sonic 35th anniversary
Takashi Iizuka, head of Sonic Team, stated that more surprises are planned for the 35th anniversary of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise. While SEGA has made some announcements, additional reveals may occur at Gamescom.
"Believable and consistent up close": What the dinosaurs of The Lost Wild share with Microsoft’s cancelled Everwild, according to the designer who worked on both
Gary Napper, who worked on both the cancelled Microsoft title Everwild and the upcoming dinosaur survival game The Lost Wild, discusses the design similarities between the two. He notes that both games aim to portray creatures realistically and with believable behaviors, a challenge he found more complex than designing the alien in Alien: Isolation. Napper emphasizes that The Lost Wild focuses on 'animals, not monsters,' encouraging players to respect and coexist with the dinosaurs rather than simply hunt them.
007 First Light, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort and More Playable on Switch 2 at Gamescom
Nintendo, Sega, and Xbox will be present at Gamescom, showcasing titles like Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, Splatoon Raiders, and Pokémon Pokopia’s Expansion Pass. Attendees can also expect to play third-party games such as 007 First Light, Minecraft Dungeons 2, Metaphor: ReFantazio, EA Sports FC 27, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, the latter being the first Call of Duty title for the Nintendo Switch. Other potential reveals include a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and FromSoftware's The Duskbloods.
Morning Audio Files
Spotify has reached 300 million premium subscribers, while Sega has released a 100-track playlist on Spotify and Apple Music featuring the work of Sonic composer Jun Senoue. The article also briefly touches on AI music applications.
Sonic Team head talks about how SEGA wanted to beat Disney with Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka revealed that SEGA's original ambition for Sonic the Hedgehog was to surpass Disney in content and popularity. He stated that this competitive spirit drove the development team in the early 1990s and remains a long-term aspiration for the company. Iizuka also referenced Shigeru Miyamoto's past comments about Nintendo being compared to Disney.
Rumour: SEGA apparently has a 2.5D Sonic game in the works for 2027
A rumor suggests that SEGA is developing a 2.5D Sonic the Hedgehog game internally, with a potential release in 2027. The information reportedly comes from a source at Playground Games.
10 expansions that were better than the actual game
This article ranks ten DLC expansions that are considered superior to their original base games. Titles like Dishonored's 'The Knife of Dunwall and The Brigmore Witches,' Fallout: New Vegas's 'Old World Blues,' and Mass Effect 3's 'Citadel' are highlighted for their significant improvements and compelling content.
Total War: Warhammer 40k's siege reset is one of the things I'm looking forward to most
The author expresses excitement for the potential siege system overhaul in Total War: Warhammer 40,000, hoping it will address long-standing pathfinding and bug issues present in previous Total War titles like Total War: Warhammer 3. The new engine and the shift towards urban combat in Warhammer 40,000's setting may eliminate traditional siege walls, leading to more engaging battles.
Intriguing Sega-Published PlayStation 5 RPG Gets Release Date
Sega has announced that the PlayStation 5 action RPG Stupid Never Dies, developed by former Capcom staff at GPTACK50, will be released on October 21, 2026. The game will be available in a standard edition for $49.99 and a Glorious Idiot Edition for $59.99, which includes the TickTock Teddies: Nonsense Overload DLC Pack.
Resident Evil 4 and Dragon's Dogma lead's stylish new action RPG gets an October release date, steering clear…
The new action RPG Stupid Never Dies, developed by GPTRACK50 and founded by Capcom veteran Hiroyuki Kobayashi, will be released on October 21, 2026. The game, which features inspiration from Suda 51's work and veterans from Dragon's Dogma and Devil May Cry, will be co-published by Sega worldwide and receive a PlayStation 5 physical release.
Crazy Taxi World Tour Closed Network Test: Dates, Platforms, How to Register — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Sega announced a Closed Network Test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, scheduled for September 12-14, featuring online multiplayer modes like Pickup Race and Cops 'n' Cabbies. The test will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, allowing players to register via the official website. Limited content will be available, including two maps, six vehicles, and four drivers, to test the game's online features and customization options.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour closed network test is coming in September
Sega announced a closed network test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, featuring two multiplayer modes, will run from September 11th to 13th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game, helmed by original creator Kenji Kanno, is expected to release in 2027 with a story-driven campaign and global locations.
Cowabunga! Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Welcomes The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are now playable characters in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds with the release of the "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pack" DLC. This pack includes all four turtles, their unique vehicles, a new New York City themed race track, and additional cosmetic items. The DLC is available for purchase on PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
Crazy Taxi World Tour gets new trailer
SEGA has released a new trailer for Crazy Taxi World Tour, showcasing its fast-paced, comedic gameplay set on the west coast. The game will feature zany characters and scenic cruising. A closed network test was also announced, though it will not be available on the Nintendo Switch.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pack now available
SEGA has announced that the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are now playable characters in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds. Players can purchase a DLC pack featuring all four turtles, or receive them automatically if they own the Season Pass.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Opens 5,000-Slot Network Test Ahead of 2027 Launch
Sega is launching a closed network test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, featuring two modes, four characters, and six vehicles, ahead of its 2027 release. Registration is open until August 31 for the test, which runs from September 11-13 and supports cross-play on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will be available at full launch.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour starts the engine on a September multiplayer test – here’s how you can join it
Sega has announced a cross-play Closed Network Test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, scheduled for September 11-13, 2026. Players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S can apply for the test, which will feature two six-player multiplayer modes and two maps, aiming to test online stability before the game's 2027 launch.
Anticipated PlayStation 5 Open World Game Gets New Trailer, Closed Network Test
Sega has released a new trailer for the anticipated PlayStation 5 open-world game, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, showcasing its West Coast map. The company also announced a closed network test for the game's multiplayer modes, Pickup Race and Cops 'N' Cabbies, which will run from September 11-13, 2026. Applications for the test are open until August 31, 2026, with the full game set to launch in 2027.
A Chance To Get Behind The Wheel Of Crazy Taxi: World Tour Is Coming Soon
Sega has announced a closed multiplayer network test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, scheduled to run from September 11-13 in the US, with sign-ups closing August 31. The test will be available on Xbox Series X, PC, and PlayStation 5. The game has also faced scrutiny for its use of generative AI in development, which Sega states was used as a support tool for background assets.