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FC 26 William Gomes UEL Road to the Final SBC - Cheapest Solution & Card Review
A new Road to the Final (RTTF) SBC for F.C. Porto's William Gomes is now live in EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team. The SBC costs approximately 21.8k coins and requires one 84-rated squad including a Brazilian player and a Team of the Week item. The card features high pace, good shooting and dribbling, and multiple PlayStyles, with potential for live upgrades.
LHEA and the Word Spirit nominated for Best Mobile Game at the Canadian Game Awards
LHEA and the Word Spirit, the debut title from indie studio Soul Fuel Games, has been nominated for Best Mobile Game at the Canadian Game Awards 2026. Developed by solo creator Jo Drolet, the meditative turn-based roguelite is recognized alongside major mobile releases. The Canadian Game Awards celebrate games developed in Canada in 2025, with the ceremony taking place on May 21, 2026.
Here Are Your Canadian Game Awards 2026 Nominees | Console Creatures
The Canadian Game Awards have announced their nominees for 2026, celebrating the Canadian games industry. The event will take place on May 21, 2026, in Toronto, with tickets available for purchase and a Fan Choice Award voted on by the public in partnership with the Entertainment Software Association of Canada. Victor Lucas will receive the Game Changer Award.
The Canadian Game Awards Has Unleashed It's 2026 Nominees & New Location
The Canadian Game Awards have announced the nominees for their 2026 ceremony, which will be held on May 21st at Toronto's John W.H. Bassett Theatre. Victor Lucas will receive the Game Changer Award. The awards celebrate Canadian developers and releases from 2025, with categories including Game of the Year, Studio of the Year, and Best Indie Game.
FC 26 Kessya Bussy Showdown SBC - Cheapest Solution & Card Review
A new Squad Building Challenge in EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team allows players to unlock an 88-rated Kessya Bussy Showdown card. The SBC requires two squads with a minimum rating of 85 and 86, costing approximately 36.6k coins. The card features high pace, shooting, and dribbling stats, along with numerous beneficial PlayStyles.
Best deals on PS5 consoles before this week's massive price hike
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced a significant price increase for all PlayStation 5 models, including the PS5 Pro, effective April 2. The company cited ongoing global economic pressures for the hikes. Deals on consoles and bundles are available before the price adjustment takes effect.
UK software sales chart for the week ending March 28, 2026 – Mario Kart World still doing well
The UK software sales chart for the week ending March 28, 2026, shows Mario Kart World holding strong at number two. Super Mario Bros. Wonder re-entered the top ten, boosted by its Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. The chart features a wide range of titles from various publishers, including EA SPORTS FC 26, Resident Evil Requiem, and Assassin's Creed Shadows.
UK Charts: Mario Wonder Storms Into The Top Ten Following Switch 2 Release
Super Mario Bros. Wonder has re-entered the top ten of the UK physical sales charts, reaching number 8 following the release of the Nintendo Switch 2. The new console accounted for 63% of the game's sales split. EA SPORTS FC 26 remains the best-selling game, while Mario Kart World and Resident Evil Requiem also saw chart improvements.
FC 26 Summerville FOF: Answer the Call SBC - Cheapest Solution & Card Review
A new Squad Building Challenge (SBC) for Crysencio Summerville in FC 26 Ultimate Team is available, costing approximately 99,300 coins. The SBC requires three squads with ratings of 86, 86, and 87, and rewards players with a 97-rated Summerville card featuring Finesse Shot+ and other PlayStyles.
What was most popular in the UK gaming scene in 2025 | Invision Game Community
The UK gaming market in 2025 saw continued expansion across consoles, mobile, and online casinos, driven by digital subscriptions and the launch of the Switch 2. Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bonanza topped sales charts following the Switch 2's release, while EA Sports FC 25 and Call of Duty remained popular. The mobile market thrived with free-to-play titles like Block Blast and Roblox, earning revenue through microtransactions.
Crimson Desert Storms the Physical UK Charts, and Almost All Copies Sold Were for PS5
Crimson Desert has debuted at number one on the UK's physical games chart, with a staggering 90 percent of sales being for the PlayStation 5 version. The action game from Pearl Abyss has pushed Resident Evil Requiem down to fourth place, while EA Sports FC 26 climbed back up to second.
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This article lists recent official patches and updates for several games, including ARC Raiders, Breeze of Ashes, EA SPORTS FC 26, and Into The Depths. It also notes unofficial game patches and mods.
UK Charts: Pokémon Pokopia Continues To Slip, As A Newcomer Grabs The Gold
Crimson Desert debuted at number one on the UK physical charts, pushing Pokémon Pokopia down to sixth place due to stock issues. EA SPORTS FC 26 and Mario Kart World secured second and third respectively, while Resident Evil Requiem fell to fourth.
Nintendo reportedly planning revised Switch 2 model with replaceable battery in EU
Nintendo is reportedly planning a revised Nintendo Switch 2 model for the European Union that will feature a replaceable battery, aligning with upcoming EU legislation mandating such changes by 2027. The legislation requires batteries in portable consoles to be accessible to consumers. The report also notes that this change could potentially extend to Japan and the US if consumer laws are revised in those regions.
Resident Evil Requiem tops US February charts, launch sales 60% higher than Village | US Monthly Charts
Resident Evil Requiem topped the US February sales charts, with launch week sales 60% higher than Resident Evil Village. The Nintendo Switch 2 hardware also saw strong performance, with sales 45% higher than the original Switch after nine months on the market. The overall US video game market generated $4.6 billion in February, showing flat year-on-year growth.
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.
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.
Resident Evil Requiem Reigns Supreme in February 2026, Circana Says
Circana's February 2026 US sales data shows Resident Evil Requiem as the top-selling game for both the month and year-to-date. NBA 2K26 and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 followed in second and third place respectively. The PlayStation 5 was the best-selling console, with the Nintendo Switch 2 in second, as the overall hardware market saw a 22% increase.
Resident Evil Requiem Debuts as the Best-selling Game of the Year in the U.S. So Far - IGN
Resident Evil Requiem debuted as the best-selling game of February 2026 in the U.S. and is the year's top seller so far, with Capcom reporting 6 million global sales. Overall gaming spending saw a slight 1% year-over-year increase, largely driven by hardware sales, particularly the new Nintendo Switch 2, which is outpacing its predecessor. Despite strong individual game performances, content spending remained flat, with subscription services being the only growing segment.
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Electronic Arts' EA Sports FC 26 has made significant strides in accessibility, avoiding common pitfalls that have plagued other titles. The game is being highlighted for its groundbreaking approach to inclusive design, setting a new standard for the industry.