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14 amazing video games that were let down by awful marketing
This article discusses numerous video games that suffered from absent, misguided, or bizarre marketing campaigns, impacting their sales despite their quality. Examples range from Nintendo underselling Yoshi And The Mysterious Book to Square Enix's poor promotion of Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy and EA's controversial tactics for Dead Space 2 and Dante's Inferno.
Capcom Is Having A Busy Year On Switch 2, With Monster Hunter And Resident Evil Games Coming Very Soon
Capcom is significantly increasing its output for the Nintendo Switch 2, with several major titles slated for release this fall. Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on December 4, followed by the remakes of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4 on October 16. This surge in releases, including ports and upcoming new titles, marks what is expected to be Capcom's busiest year for the platform.
Capcom Is Getting My Hopes Up For Devil May Cry 6 With Its Talk Of “Reactivating” Dormant Franchises
Capcom's recent success with Onimusha: Way of the Sword, which sold 1 million copies on launch day, has prompted the company to discuss reactivating dormant franchises. This has led to speculation about potential new entries in series like Devil May Cry, Lost Planet, Viewtiful Joe, and Dino Crisis.
Fire Emblem Pure Nintendo Podcast E174
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode E174 discusses the latest Nintendo Direct focused on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, highlighting favorite characters and classes. The hosts also touch on casting news for The Legend of Zelda movie, preview a Fire Emblem-like game, revisit Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and discuss Devil May Cry 5 on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Review: Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition (Switch 2)
This review of Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition on the Nintendo Switch highlights its impressive performance and visuals, maintaining 60 FPS in both docked and handheld modes. While the game assumes prior series knowledge, the engaging combat and over-the-top characters make it a rewarding experience for newcomers, especially at its $40 price point.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 2, 2026 – Xenoblade Chronicles 2 makes a run at Splatoon Raiders
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 2, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders at the top, with Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and its upgrade pack also performing strongly. Final Fantasy 14 is set to launch on the platform and has already charted during its pre-load period.
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.
Pragmata defies my expectations by selling 2.5 million copies in just 3 months as Capcom celebrates a very successful…
Capcom's Q1 2026 financial report reveals that its new title, Pragmata, has sold over 2.5 million copies since its release. The company also saw strong sales from Resident Evil Requiem, the Devil May Cry animated series, and other Resident Evil titles, contributing to a significant year-on-year increase in net sales and operating profits.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 26, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders leads the way
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 26, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders leading the way after its launch. Final Fantasy 10 / 10-2 HD Remaster also debuted on the charts at number six. The article lists the top 30 games and top 30 download-only games on the eShop.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 24: PlayStation & Xbox Summer Sales continue
The PlayStation Summer Sale and Xbox Ultimate Game Sale are ongoing, offering discounts on a wide range of titles for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The Nintendo eShop also features deals, including a sale on Balatro for the Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also access free games.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 19, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders shoots to the top before launch
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 19, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders topping the list due to pre-loads ahead of its imminent launch. New releases Denshattack and Go-Go Town also made strong debuts on the charts.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 12, 2026 – Moonlight Peaks rises to the top, Digimon and Granblue Fantasy debut
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 12, 2026, show Moonlight Peaks taking the top spot. New entries include Digimon Story: Time Stranger and Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok, which both secured multiple positions within the top ten.
The best action game of 2025 is a game nobody bought - Reader’s Feature
A reader argues that Ninja Gaiden 4, despite poor sales, is the best pure action game of last year and potentially this generation. The article praises its combat, traversal mechanics, and enemy design, while acknowledging pacing issues and lack of variety compared to earlier titles.
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition Switch 2 Review
This review assesses Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2, praising its performance with a stable 60 FPS in both handheld and docked modes. The port includes all original DLC and updates, offering a comprehensive experience despite being a port of an older title. While lacking ray tracing found on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, the game maintains crisp visuals and excellent sound design, making it a strong recommendation for newcomers.
One of my favourite weeks of the year is here: Summer Games Done Quick 2026 begins and anyone with a passing interest in games should dip in
Summer Games Done Quick 2026, a week-long speedrunning event featuring at least 69 games, runs from July 5th to July 12th. The event, which benefits Doctors Without Borders, will showcase speedruns of titles including Elden Ring, Super Mario Odyssey, and Hollow Knight: Silksong, with developer Andrew Shouldice attending for a Tunic run. Streams are available on Twitch and YouTube.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 5, 2026 – Star Fox leads again
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 5, 2026, show Star Fox leading for the second consecutive week. Cyberpunk 2077 and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild are also performing well due to ongoing sales. Moonlight Peaks is making a strong debut, ranking sixth overall and first on the download-only list.
[Let’s Talk] What are you playing? – July 2026
This article invites readers to share what games they are currently playing in July 2026, highlighting titles like Star Fox on Nintendo Switch, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Deltarune Chapter 5, and Devil May Cry 5. User comments discuss first impressions of the Star Fox remake, praising its visuals and gameplay.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for June 2026
Nintendo has released the top-selling digital games for June 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch eShops. Star Fox led the charts for the Nintendo Switch 2, while Powerful Pro Baseball topped the list for the standard Nintendo Switch. The data includes a variety of new releases and popular franchises.
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition is SSSensational on Switch 2
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition is a highly impressive port for the Nintendo Switch 2, maintaining the series' signature fast-paced combat and visuals. The game runs at a smooth 60 frames per second with excellent load times, including all content from the Special Edition and the Vergil game mode. While visuals are not on par with current-gen consoles, the portability and performance make it a compelling option for newcomers.
Devil May Cry 5 Nintendo Switch 2 tech analysis, including frame rate and resolution
Digital Foundry has released a technical analysis of Devil May Cry 5 on the Nintendo Switch 2, detailing its frame rate and resolution performance. The port is described as solid, maintaining a steady 60 FPS during gameplay with some minor frame drops, and cutscenes running in the 50-60 FPS range. The analysis also covers resolution, load times, and graphical comparisons to other platforms like the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
