Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD Remaster
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The Switch 2 Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster includes a stunning limited slip-cover, if you've got an Amazon…A new Nintendo Switch version of Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster will be released on July 27 in Japan for $43, featuring a limited 25th Anniversary slipcover with new artwork. This collector's edition is not yet available physically in the US or UK, requiring import and potentially incurring additional shipping and customs fees. The game itself is a game-key card release, necessitating a 30GB download.- Daily Video Game Deals Jun 13 – Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Persona 5 Royal & MoreDaily Video Game Deals for June 13, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features discounts on numerous titles including Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, and Persona 5 Royal.
Final Fantasy 10/10-2 HD Remaster gets a dedicated Switch 2 port next month, but there's a catchSquare Enix has announced a dedicated version of Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on July 23, 2026. While featuring HD graphics and remastered music, save data will be incompatible with the original Nintendo Switch version. The remaster includes quality-of-life features like high-speed mode and no random encounters.
Surprise! Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster Is Heading To Switch 2Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23rd, with pre-orders available now on the eShop for £44.99 / €49.99. This new version includes all the HD features from the original release, with expectations of sharper visuals on the new hardware. The original HD Remaster received a 9/10 review score.- Daily Video Game Deals Jun 6 – Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Alan Wake 2 & MoreDaily Video Game Deals for June 6, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features significant discounts on titles such as Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Alan Wake 2, among many others.
Proton 11 Beta 5 released with more regression fixesValve has released Proton 11 Beta 5, focusing on regression fixes and improving compatibility for various games on Linux. This update addresses controller input issues, performance problems, and ensures games like BattleBit Remastered and Assassin's Creed Shadows are playable. The release also includes updates to underlying components like vkd3d-proton and dxvk.
Proton Experimental and Proton 11 Beta updated to fix issues with the EA AppValve has released updates for Proton Experimental and Proton 11 Beta, primarily to address issues with the EA App on Linux and SteamOS. The updates include a new version of Xalia, which should resolve lockups when interacting with the EA App. Numerous other game-specific fixes and improvements are also detailed, covering a wide range of titles and functionalities.
Final Fantasy X Turns 25 This Summer, as Square Enix Opens Special WebsiteSquare Enix has launched a special website to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy X, which originally released on July 19, 2001. The current website content is primarily for the Japanese market and features information on new merchandise, including plushies, an art book, and a vinyl soundtrack. The Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD Remaster is available on modern consoles like the PlayStation 4.- Final Fantasy X Launches 25th Anniversary with New Merchandise and ArtSquare Enix is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy X, with new merchandise including character plushies, an art book, and vinyl records featuring music from the game. Tetsuya Nomura has also shared new artwork. The Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster is available on multiple platforms.
Proton Experimental upgraded to Proton 11 for better Linux gaming compatibilityValve has updated Proton Experimental to align with the latest stable Proton 11 release, enhancing compatibility for Windows games on Linux and SteamOS. This update includes fixes for various regressions and adds support for numerous previously unplayable titles, alongside improvements to graphics, audio, and controller functionality.
PlayStation Vita: Our Love for a Dead ConsoleThe PlayStation Vita, released in 2011, aimed to bring a home console experience to a handheld device with features like dual analog sticks and an OLED screen. Despite a strong library of JRPGs, fighting games, and indie titles, it struggled against mobile gaming and the Nintendo 3DS due to its high price and proprietary memory cards. However, the console gained a dedicated following through modding, enabling emulation, custom themes, and the use of standard Micro SD cards, preserving its legacy as a beloved handheld.
Proton 11 Beta arrives to bring enhanced gaming compatibility to Linux / SteamOSValve has released Proton 11 Beta, an update to their compatibility layer for running Windows games on Linux and SteamOS. This version is based on Wine 11 and includes enhancements like NTSync for potential performance improvements, alongside an ARM64 build. The update brings numerous game-specific fixes and improvements, including better video playback, text-to-speech accessibility, and controller support for many titles.
Last Chance to Buy These 60+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Spring SaleThe PlayStation Store's Spring Sale offers discounts on over 60 PS5 and PS4 games, with deals running until April 22, 2026. This guide highlights recommended titles that have received at least a 7/10 score, many at their lowest prices ever.- 60+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Refreshed Spring Sale (North America/Europe)The PlayStation Store's Spring Sale is currently active and features over 60 discounted games for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The sale includes a curated list of recommended titles, many of which are at their lowest prices ever, and will run until April 22, 2026.
2026 Square Enix Publisher Sale Stars Ben Starr and Matt Mercer Recommending RPGsSquare Enix has launched its annual publisher sale, featuring discounts on numerous RPGs and other titles across digital storefronts like Steam and the Nintendo eShop. As part of the promotion, voice actors Ben Starr and Matt Mercer will be recommending games, with their video content rolling out on March 17, 2026. The sale runs until March 26, 2026.- Daily Video Game Deals Mar 7 – Darkest Dungeon II, Persona 3 Reload, Dead Island 2, Frostpunk 2: Ice Breaker, Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition, Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion, Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma & MoreThis article lists daily video game deals for March 7th, featuring discounts on numerous titles across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Notable games with price reductions include Darkest Dungeon II, Persona 3 Reload, Dead Island 2, and Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition.
Proton Experimental gets improvements for Vermintide 2 and more controller support for launchersValve has released an update for Proton Experimental, enhancing compatibility for Linux and SteamOS users. Key improvements include making Warhammer: Vermintide 2 and METAL GEAR SURVIVE properly playable, alongside expanded controller support for various game launchers and applications.- Daily Video Game Deals Feb 28 – Hogwarts Legacy, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, The First Berserker: Khazan, Tormented Souls 2, Persona 5 Royal & MoreDaily Video Game Deals for February 28th feature discounts on a wide range of titles across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Notable games with price reductions include Hogwarts Legacy, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Persona 5 Royal, among many others.
- Daily Video Game Deals Feb 21 – Cronos, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Monster Hunter Wilds, Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion, DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS & MoreThis article lists daily video game deals available on February 21, 2026, featuring discounts on a wide variety of titles across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Featured games include Cronos, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and Monster Hunter Wilds, among many others.