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Hardware spending in the US was so low in July that it nearly matched the 2020 Pandemic days when everything was out of stock
US gaming hardware spending in July saw a significant 29 percent drop compared to last year, nearing 2020 pandemic levels due to high prices despite ample availability. Physical software sales also hit an all-time low since 1995, with PlayStation and Nintendo leading sales percentages. Only the gaming subscription category saw growth.
US Video Game Spending Just Had One Of Its Worst Julys Ever
US video game spending experienced a significant slump in July, falling 10% year-over-year to $4.5 billion according to Circana data. Both physical software sales and hardware sales hit multi-year lows, with higher hardware prices and the anticipation of the Nintendo Switch 2 impacting console sales. Content spending also declined, primarily driven by a drop in mobile game revenue.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 2 Port From 14 Years Ago Sold Better In July Than Any Other Game In US
Ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 and Call of Duty: Black Ops for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 were the best-selling games in the US in July, according to Circana's sales report. The Black Ops 2 port ranked first by dollar sales, while the Black Ops port came in fifth. These titles, released with minimal improvements, reportedly sold over 11 million copies combined, generating more than $430 million for Activision and Microsoft.
EA Sports College Football 27 Review
EA Sports College Football 27 features an exhaustive and rewarding Dynasty Mode, with updates that deepen existing systems rather than reinvent them. The game addresses Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college football, though the reviewer expresses a desire for more innovation.
EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 Early Access Trial Available Now With EA Play
An early access trial for EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 is now available for EA Play subscribers, offering up to 10 hours of gameplay featuring the new Persona Engine. Progress from the trial carries over to the full game, which can be played on PC and via Xbox Cloud Gaming. Additional EA Play benefits include discounts on digital purchases and monthly in-game rewards for various EA Sports titles.
College Football 27 Title Update 3 Brings Lambeau Field, Gameplay Fixes, and Presentation Upgrades
EA Sports College Football 27 is releasing Title Update 3 on August 6, bringing significant gameplay fixes, presentation upgrades, and Dynasty mode improvements. The update includes the addition of Lambeau Field, new crowd themes, and enhancements to Ultimate Team's EVO system.
There's no single-player video games in the top 20 most played PS5 games in July
Live service and sports games continue to dominate the most played lists on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with single-player titles absent from the top 20 in July. Fortnite remains the most popular game, with titles like Roblox, Minecraft, and annual sports sequels filling out the charts. Data from Circana analyst Mat Piscatella indicates a strong preference for ongoing multiplayer experiences over traditional offline games.
Live service revenue dominates in EA's last fiscal report ahead of Saudi merger
Electronic Arts reported a 19 percent increase in net revenue to $1.98 billion for its last fiscal quarter as a public company, largely driven by its live service games like EA Sports FC and Apex Legends. This financial report precedes EA's $55 billion merger with an investor consortium including the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, expected to close on August 4, 2026. Despite strong financial performance, the company has continued to implement layoffs.
PlayStation and Xbox's most played games are, once again, exactly what you expect them to be
Analyst Mat Piscatella revealed that the most played games on PlayStation and Xbox remain dominated by long-running live service titles and annual sports games, with minimal changes year-over-year. Fortnite leads both platforms, followed by a familiar lineup including Roblox, Call of Duty, and Grand Theft Auto 5, with minor variations between the console ecosystems.
EA Sports FC 27 Has A New $150 Edition, Because Ultimate Wasn’t Ultimate Enough
Electronic Arts is introducing a new $150 "Ultimate Plus" edition for EA Sports FC 27, adding to its existing standard and Ultimate editions. This premium version includes significant DLC, early access, and in-game currency, sparking criticism regarding the game's pricing and microtransaction model, which has previously drawn backlash in other EA titles like EA Sports College Football.
Of all the platforms, Xbox is the only one to have just grown year-on-year - but there's a big catch
US video game spending in June dropped 21% year-on-year, with hardware sales declining significantly by 62%. While the Nintendo Switch 2 launch in June 2025 skewed comparisons, Xbox Series X/S was the only platform to see hardware spending growth, albeit from a low base. Subscriptions were the sole segment to experience growth.
Evening Reading - July 20, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news, including reviews for EA Sports College Football 27 and Backyard Baseball, and updates on Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. It also touches on rumors about the Nintendo Switch 2 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, a discussion about favorite Grand Theft Auto games, and Microsoft's agreement to use AMD AI infrastructure.
EA Sports College Football 27 review: Aiming for the big leagues
EA Sports College Football 27 offers an immersive on-field experience with new features like dynamic weather and timing-based catching, alongside a robust Dynasty mode featuring NIL mechanics. However, the review criticizes the implementation and subsequent removal of microtransactions, particularly the pay-to-win elements tied to the MVP+ subscription, which detract from the overall enjoyment.
College Football 27 Review: The Best Entry in Franchise History Comes with a Catch
EA Sports College Football 27 is hailed as the best entry in the franchise, featuring a deeply overhauled Dynasty mode with realistic NIL mechanics and improved gameplay. However, the game is marred by controversial paywalls for coach XP sliders and certain coaching trees, leading to community backlash despite its overall quality.
College Football 27 - The Most Realistic Sliders for Dynasty Mode
This guide provides a comprehensive set of realistic sliders for EA Sports College Football 27's Dynasty mode, aiming to enhance gameplay, recruiting, and progression for a more authentic coaching experience. The recommended settings are designed to increase challenge and reward, with adjustments available for league, gameplay, and XP sliders within the Dynasty Settings menu.
EA Sports College Football 27’s Next Title Update to Bring Changes to XP Progression in Dynasty
EA Sports is releasing a title update for EA Sports College Football 27 that will adjust XP progression in Dynasty mode, introducing new options like Career, Simulation, and Casual. The update also includes recruitment tuning and balance changes to better reflect recruiting distribution. Road to Glory mode will not see XP sliders return, but starting OVRs have been intentionally scaled. The update also addresses bugs related to position battles.
EA removes microtransactions from EA Sports College Football 27 following backlash
Electronic Arts has removed microtransactions from EA Sports College Football 27 following player backlash. The developer acknowledged that paid progression options, ranging from $9.99 to $149.99, were a mistake and did not add the intended value. EA plans to focus on delivering valuable features with greater transparency in future titles like College Football 28.
EA Sports College Football 27 Will Remove Controversial Paid Progression from Single-Player Modes
EA Sports has announced the removal of paid progression options from the single-player Road to Glory and Dynasty modes in EA Sports College Football 27 following player backlash. The company admitted they "missed the mark" with the feature and committed to greater transparency in future updates. The game is available on Xbox Series X/S and PC, but has received a "Mostly Negative" rating on Steam.
College Football 27 to remove microtransactions after player backlash, though EA maintains they were only added to…
Electronic Arts has announced the removal of all paid progression options from the Road to Glory and Online Dynasty modes in EA Sports College Football following significant player backlash. The company acknowledged that the introduction of these microtransactions missed the mark and did not provide the intended value. EA also stated that future live service plans for College Football 28 and beyond will focus on greater transparency and communication.
EA College Football 27 to lose microtransactions in Road to Glory and Online Dynasty
EA Sports will remove paid progression options from the Road to Glory and Online Dynasty modes in EA Sports College Football 27 following player backlash. The studio announced that all microtransaction-based upgrades for player and coach progression will be removed on July 11, 2026. EA Sports also stated that future live service plans for the series will focus on greater transparency and communication.
