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Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 23: Halloween
Major console makers are offering Halloween-themed sales with discounts on various games across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. The sales feature a mix of scary titles and other popular games, with some first-time discounts available.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 2: Steam Autumn Sale and friends
The annual Steam Autumn Sale has begun, offering discounts on a wide range of PC games, including recent releases and older titles. Several other digital storefronts like GOG.com, Epic Games Store, and Fanatical are also hosting their own autumn sales, providing various deals and free games.
The Best Steam Autumn Sale 2026 Deals
The Steam Autumn Sale runs from October 1-7, 2026, offering discounts on a wide variety of PC games. This article highlights notable deals such as Rez Infinite for $7.49, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach for $56, and Far Cry 6 for $6, among many others.
Achievement hunters: Can you identify the games these milestones are from?
This article presents a quiz challenging readers to identify video games based on their achievement descriptions. It includes 17 questions covering a variety of titles and encourages players to share their favorite or most dreaded achievements.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 18: Steam Party-Based RPG Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Party-Based RPG Fest with discounts on titles like Baldur's Gate 3 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. Several publishers like Capcom, Square Enix, Sega, and Bandai Namco are participating in the Tokyo Game Show sales, while Ubisoft offers discounts and free copies of For Honor for its 40th anniversary.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Sept. 18: Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale
Nintendo is holding a significant Customer Appreciation Sale on its first-party Switch titles, with discounts on popular games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Additionally, sales are available for PlayStation and Xbox platforms, featuring a wide array of third-party titles across various genres.
Square Enix Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth, Adventures of Elliot, more at new low prices
A significant Square Enix sale is currently active on the Nintendo eShop, featuring substantial discounts of up to 85% on a wide range of Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 titles. Popular games like Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and The Adventures of Elliot are available at their lowest prices, with the sale running until October 1, 2026.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Sept. 11: Tokyo Game Show sales begin
PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo are offering various digital game sales, with PlayStation and Xbox kicking off their Tokyo Game Show promotions. Deals include titles like Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Resident Evil Requiem, with PlayStation Plus members receiving additional free games. Nintendo's Customer Appreciation Sale begins tomorrow.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Aug. 7: Let's all take a Big Walk
This article highlights various console game deals available for the weekend of August 7th. The new game "Big Walk" is available for free to PlayStation Plus members and on sale for Nintendo Switch owners. Numerous other titles across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms are also featured with discounts.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 31: PlayStation Summer Sale Part 2
The PlayStation Summer Sale has entered its second phase, featuring discounts on games like Saros and Ghost of Yotei, alongside first-time deals on Saros and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The Nintendo eShop also has sales on Bethesda, Capcom, and Annapurna Interactive titles. Xbox Game Pass deals are available for subscribers, and general sales are open to all Xbox users.
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.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 17: PlayStation Summer Sale & Xbox Ultimate Game Sale
This weekend offers significant discounts on PlayStation and Xbox digital libraries, with sales like the PlayStation Summer Sale and Xbox Ultimate Game Sale. Notable deals include discounts on Elden Ring Nightreign, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and various first-party and third-party titles across both platforms. Nintendo also has a sale on the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles 1.5.1 update out now, patch notes
Square Enix has released update version 1.5.1 for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. This update re-enables the discovery of all buried items in New Game+ for newly started save data and includes minor text and issue resolutions. A previous major update added New Game+ functionality and a Zodiac Compatibility feature.
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.
Final Fantasy May Get Traditional Games if the Idea “Truly Resonates” With Fans, Says Square Enix
Square Enix is considering traditional remakes of older Final Fantasy titles if they resonate with fans, following the HD-2D remake of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. The company aims to balance market trends with player expectations, assessing which games would benefit from modern mechanics or complete remakes. This approach contrasts with the high-budget, open-world style of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy.
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.
Square Enix just kicked off its biggest Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale ever with massive discounts for Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, more
Square Enix has launched its largest-ever sale on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch, featuring significant discounts on numerous titles. Games like Final Fantasy Tactics, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake, and Octopath Traveler are available at new low prices. The sale includes titles for both current Nintendo Switch models and the upcoming Switch 2, with discounts lasting until July 17, 2026.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
More traditional Final Fantasy remakes could happen, as Square Enix says it'll follow what "truly resonates" with fans, even if that's not open-world action
Square Enix is considering developing more traditional Final Fantasy remakes, such as Final Fantasy Resonance, if they resonate with fans. The company stated that they will continue to assess market needs and player expectations when deciding on future projects, balancing original visions with contemporary trends. This approach could lead to more retro-inspired titles alongside large-scale, open-world remakes like Final Fantasy 7 Remake.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 26: Steam Summer Sale and friends
Multiple PC gaming storefronts, including Steam, GOG.com, and Epic Games Store, are hosting major summer sales with thousands of deals. Notable discounts are available on titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Some platforms also offer free titles or additional discounts for subscribers.