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Famitsu software sales (7/27/26 – 8/2/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released the Japanese software sales data for the week of July 27, 2026, to August 2, 2026. Splatoon Raiders for the Nintendo Switch 2 led the charts, followed by Rhythm Heaven Groove and Village in the Shade. The data includes sales figures for various games across Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 platforms.
Famitsu software sales (7/20/26 – 7/26/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of July 20-26, 2026. Splatoon Raiders for the Nintendo Switch 2 debuted at number one with 474,684 units sold. The Nintendo Switch remains the dominant platform, with several titles from its library appearing in the top 30.
Famitsu sales (7/20/26 – 7/26/26) – first week sales revealed for Splatoon Raiders, big Nintendo Switch 2 boost
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of July 20-26, 2026. The Nintendo Switch 2 saw a significant boost, selling over 50,000 units in its first week, with Splatoon Raiders topping the software charts. The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X also saw sales figures reported.
Famitsu software sales (7/13/26 – 7/19/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of July 13-19, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with 76,786 units sold. The data includes sales figures for various games across Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 platforms.
Famitsu sales (7/13/26 – 7/19/26) – first week sales revealed for Kyoto Xanadu, Culdcept Begins
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of July 13-19, 2026. The Nintendo Switch continues to lead hardware sales, while Kyoto Xanadu and Culdcept Begins debut on the software charts.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – July 12, 2026 – Final Fantasy Resonance makes first appearance, Zelda in the top 10
The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart reveals new entries and rising popularity. Final Fantasy Resonance debuts on Nintendo Switch 2, while Zelda: Ocarina of Time climbs into the top ten. The rankings are based on reader votes cast between June 24 and June 30.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – July 5, 2026 – Xenoblade Genesis makes first appearance, Zelda moves up
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart reveals Xenoblade Genesis making its debut, while The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time climbs the rankings. Pokemon Winds and Waves maintain their usual lead in reader votes. The chart reflects Japanese gamers' anticipation for upcoming titles, with new entries appearing following recent summer showcases.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 21, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves keep on winnning
The latest Famitsu most wanted games chart reveals that Pokemon Winds and Waves is the most anticipated game among Japanese gamers, according to reader votes cast between June 3 and June 9. Anomalith for Nintendo Switch 2 makes its debut on the list, while other anticipated titles include Splatoon Raiders and Persona 4 Revival.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 14, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves still dominating
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with over 600 votes from Japanese gamers. Splatoon Raiders and Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo follow closely. Super Bomberman Collection - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition makes its debut on the chart.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 7, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves again on top
The latest Famitsu most wanted games chart shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with nearly 600 votes from Japanese gamers. Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok made its debut on the chart at number 30. The rankings are based on reader votes cast between May 20 and May 25.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – May 24, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves with a comfortable lead
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from April 29 to May 12, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves in the lead with 784 votes. Nintendo Switch 2 titles dominate the top rankings, with Splatoon Raiders and Persona 4 Revival following closely. The article also lists the top 30 most anticipated games, with Pokemon Winds and Waves slated for a 2027 release.
Konami announces eBaseball: Pro Spirit 2026 for July
Konami has announced eBaseball: Pro Spirit 2026, a new installment in their eBaseball series, set to release in July. The game will feature real players from the NPB league and include a 30-year career mode.
MLB The Show Creators Are Eyeing a New PS5 Rival
Konami is launching its baseball simulation game, eBaseball: Pro Spirit 2026, worldwide on July 16th for PlayStation 5, marking the first global release for the series. This move aims to provide a new competitor to MLB The Show, featuring realistic gameplay powered by the eBaseball Engine and including various single-player and online modes. While it lacks an MLB license, it will feature teams and players from Japan's professional league, NPB.
New Konami PS5 Console Exclusive Game Announced, Out Soon
Konami has announced that eBaseball: Pro Spirit 2026, a new installment in a popular franchise, will be a PlayStation 5 console exclusive and is set for a global release on July 16, 2026, priced at $59.99. The game will also be available on PC. Preorders include in-game currency bonuses, with additional rewards for purchases made by December, featuring Shohei Ohtani.
eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 announced for PS5, PC
Konami has announced eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026, a professional baseball simulation game, for PlayStation 5 and PC. The game will launch worldwide on July 17 for $59.99 and features realistic gameplay powered by the eBaseball Engine, along with various game modes including Exhibition, Season, Star Player, Hakkyu No Kiseki, and online multiplayer.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: March 2026’s top downloads
PlayStation has revealed the top downloaded games for March 2026 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2. MLB The Show 26 led in the US and Canada, while Crimson Desert topped the charts in Asia. The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin dominated the free-to-play category.
Review - eBaseball: Pro Spirit (PS5) | WayTooManyGames
eBaseball: Pro Spirit is a free-to-play baseball simulator from Konami that offers a competent and responsive experience, particularly for local matches and newcomers. While it lacks the extensive career mode and AAA polish of MLB The Show, its forgiving nature and lack of cost make it a good option for those seeking a simple baseball game.
Review - eBaseball: Pro Spirit (PS5) | WayTooManyGames
eBaseball: Pro Spirit offers a competent and responsive baseball simulation, particularly for newcomers and local matches, without the AAA price tag of titles like MLB The Show. While its scope is limited, the free-to-play model makes it a good value for those seeking a straightforward baseball experience.
Konami announces free-to-play eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT for PS5 and PC, now available
Konami has released eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT, a free-to-play installment in its Professional Baseball Spirits series, for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam worldwide. The game supports both English and Japanese languages.
A Free PS5 Baseball Sim Is Here to Shake Up MLB The Show
Konami has released eBaseball: Pro Spirits, a free-to-play baseball simulation game, on PlayStation 5. This new entry in the Professional Spirits Baseball series aims to compete with Sony's MLB The Show, offering realistic visuals powered by Unreal Engine and online multiplayer modes focused on card collection.
