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US: PlayStation 5 was best-selling console for February for second month and Resident Evil Requiem best-selling game
The PlayStation 5 was the best-selling console in the United States for February, marking its second consecutive month in the top spot. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling game during the same period. The Nintendo Switch was the second best-selling console, though Nintendo does not provide digital sales data.
Chrono Trigger Character Sprites Used for One Mark Collection Gacha
Square Enix has announced new Chrono Trigger character sprite merchandise for their One Mark Collection gacha in Japan, launching March 27, 2026. The collection features 15 different keychain charms, including all seven main characters in both neutral and attack poses. This merchandise release coincides with the 31st anniversary of the original JRPG's debut.
Feb 2026 USA Sales: PS5 Outsells Nintendo's New Switch 2 for a Second Consecutive Month
In February 2026, the PlayStation 5 outsold the Nintendo Switch for the second consecutive month in the USA, despite a year-over-year decline in PlayStation sales. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling game of the year so far, with its launch week sales significantly exceeding Resident Evil Village. Overall industry spending saw a slight increase year-over-year, partly due to the Switch's performance.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for March 23 to 27
Xbox has announced a slate of new games launching between March 23 and March 27 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. Titles include "Life is Strange: Reunion," "Absolum," "RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic," and "Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection," among many others. Several of these titles will also be available on Game Pass.
Fan Favorite PS5, PS4 Adventure Game 70% Off on PS Store
Life Is Strange: True Colors is currently available for 70% off on the PlayStation Store for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, priced at $17.99 until March 26. This limited-time deal coincides with the upcoming launch of a new entry in the series, Life Is Strange: Reunion. The game, praised for its narrative and supernatural abilities, holds strong critical reception.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Drops New Launch Trailer Ahead of Release
Square Enix has released a launch trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, a 3vs3 team boss battle arena game set in modern Tokyo, ahead of its March 24th, 2026 release on Android and iOS. The game features characters from the Final Fantasy franchise battling corrupted creatures and bosses, with customizable abilities and character outfits.
Mabinogi’s 18th Anniversary Celebration Live Through April 9
Nexon America is celebrating Mabinogi's 18th anniversary with in-game events and rewards running until April 9. The celebration includes a special story questline, mini-games, daily and weekly challenges, and surprise login bonuses. The article also briefly mentions new demos and releases for The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon, Crimson Desert, Persona 5: The Phantom X, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, and Oceaneers.
The Steam Spring Sale is here with discounts on Arc Raiders, Hades 2 and much more
The Steam Spring Sale is now live, featuring discounts on a wide range of games until March 26. Notable deals include Arc Raiders for $32, Hades 2 for under $23, and Ghost of Tsushima on PC for $36. Several titles are available at 90 percent off, such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate and Fallout New Vegas.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales - Here’s What Comes in Each Edition - IGN
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, an HD-2D RPG from Square Enix, will launch on June 18 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC. The game features real-time combat and is available in Standard and Digital Deluxe editions, with various preorder and save data bonuses tied to other Square Enix titles. A demo is currently available on Nintendo Switch.
Japanese Charts: Ditto Copies Another Win For Pokémon Pokopia
Pokémon Pokopia continues to lead the Japanese physical sales charts for the week of March 9th-15th, selling an additional 117,029 units. New entries include Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, which debuted in the top ten across Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The Nintendo Switch 2 remains the dominant hardware platform in Japan, with PlayStation 5 models also showing strong sales.
Persona5: The Phantom X Version 3.4 Featuring P5R’s Kasumi Yoshizawa
Persona 5: The Phantom X Version 3.4 is now available on PC and mobile, introducing the "Crossroads of Fate: Laboratory Arc Part 1" event and featuring Kasumi Yoshizawa from Persona 5 Royal. The update includes new palaces, boss battles, and collaboration rewards from other SEGA titles during the SEGA Spring Sale.
Build Your Own Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Sprite Keychains
Square Enix is releasing customizable Build Charm keychains featuring Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster character sprites. The first volume, with characters from the first six Final Fantasy games including Paladin Cecil and Terra Branford, launches March 21, 2026, with a second volume following July 3, 2026. These keychains are sold individually or in random sets, with previous merchandise like non-customizable charms and badges also released.
HD-2D RPG The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Launching June 18
Square Enix announced that the HD-2D action RPG The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales will launch on June 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a story spanning four ages and various gameplay mechanics including item and accessory equipping. The article also briefly mentions other upcoming game releases and updates.
Life is Strange TV series lands Yellowjackets and Jennifer's Body director for first episodes
Karyn Kusama, known for directing episodes of Yellowjackets and the film Jennifer's Body, will direct the first two episodes of Amazon's upcoming Life is Strange TV series. The adaptation, penned by Charlie Covell, will follow Max Caulfield's time-rewinding abilities as she investigates a disappearance with her friend Chloe Price. The next game in the series, Life is Strange: Reunion, is set to release on March 26 for Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-orders Are Now Live With More Details |
Square Enix has announced that pre-orders are now live for The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, launching on June 18th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The game features an action RPG combat system and a narrative that spans a thousand years, with players traveling through different eras to lift a curse. Pre-order bonuses include the Elliot’s Departure Pack, and a collector's edition is also available.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Launches June 18, New Details Revealed
Square Enix and Claytechworks have announced that The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales will launch on June 18, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This action RPG features a narrative spanning a thousand years across four distinct ages, with classic combat, exploration, and progression systems.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy's Launch Trailer Adds Firion, Rikku, Clive, And More | Console Creatures
Square Enix has released a new launch trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing numerous iconic characters and hinting at the game's story. The trailer features characters like Cloud, Warrior of Light, Zidane, and Lightning, alongside Firion, Rikku, and Clive. The article also touches on the game's gacha mechanics, which are a cause for concern despite the otherwise fun and tense 3v3 team boss battle gameplay.
Top-Down Open World Space RPG Solar Echoes: Star Fated Revealed
Corefun Studios has revealed Solar Echoes: Star Fated, a top-down 2D open world space RPG where players pilot the starship of a criminal commander on the run with a stolen artifact. The game features real-time ship combat, over 750 equipment items, and a world that reacts to player choices. The article also briefly mentions upcoming DLC and releases for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, Obey the Insect God, Super Alloy Crush, Dead by Daylight, and a Square Enix Publisher Sale.
Partnership Between Hitman And Mindseye Developers Officially Ends
IOI Partners and Build A Rocket Boy have officially ended their publishing collaboration on the game MindsEye. The partnership, which began after IOI Interactive established its publishing division in 2024, will see Build A Rocket Boy assume sole publishing responsibilities. This split also means a planned crossover mission between Hitman's Agent 47 and the MindsEye cast will no longer occur.
Final Fantasy: Black Mages Legacy Is the FFIX Cartoon
The animated TV show Final Fantasy: Black Mages Legacy, based on Final Fantasy IX, is officially in production with a confirmed 10-episode season. The series will follow the story of Vivi Ornitier's children after the events of the original game, with the first still from an episode shared by studio Eurovisual.
