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Hogwarts Legacy 2 Is Real: Warner Bros. Slips the Sequel Into an Earnings Report
Warner Bros. Discovery has confirmed that a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy is in development, mentioning it in a recent investor earnings report. While no further details like a release window or trailer were provided, the company highlighted the game's potential to significantly contribute to segment profitability, building on the original's success of selling 40 million copies.
Hogwarts Legacy 2 officially announced by Warner Bros. but there’s a catch
Warner Bros. Games has officially confirmed that a sequel to the successful action RPG Hogwarts Legacy is in development. While no release date or title has been revealed, the company stated in a shareholder letter that the second installment is part of an expanding pipeline expected to contribute significantly to profitability. Avalanche Software is likely returning as the developer.
Hogwarts Legacy 2 Is Officially in the Works, Confirms Warner Bros.
Warner Bros. Games has officially confirmed that a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy is currently in development. Further details regarding the new title have not yet been released.
Warner Bros confirms Hogwarts Legacy 2 is in development
Warner Bros. Games has officially confirmed that a sequel to the highly successful Hogwarts Legacy is in development. The original game sold over 40 million copies worldwide. No further details regarding release windows or platforms have been revealed yet.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Ball x Pit, There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension, Winter Burrow, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring significant sales, including the lowest prices ever for titles like Ball x Pit, There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension, and Winter Burrow. The sale includes a vast array of games from various publishers, with discounts on popular titles such as Hogwarts Legacy and The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 9, 2026 – Lies of P, Final Fantasy 14, and Big Walk all debut
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 9, 2026, show new debuts from Lies of P, Final Fantasy 14, and Big Walk. Other notable entries include Madden NFL 27, Duskfade, and The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Deluxe Edition. The charts also list download-only titles, with Lies of P and Big Walk leading that category.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 8, 2026 – Tomodachi Life on top, Kynseed debuts
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 8, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream maintaining its top position. New release Kynseed debuted at #11 overall and second on the download-only list. The charts also feature popular titles like Minecraft, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and various Mario and Pokemon games.
MinaLima’s Officially Licensed Harry Potter Board Game Arrives In October 2026
MinaLima's officially licensed Harry Potter board game, Defenders of Hogwarts, will be released in October 2026. The game, which successfully raised over $1.2 million on Kickstarter, allows players to choose allegiance as either a loyal Hogwarts student or a member of the Dark Forces. This release coincides with other major Harry Potter franchise projects, including an upcoming HBO adaptation and a follow-up to the game Hogwarts Legacy.
Hidden Gems of Game Design Vol 50
This 50th volume of the 'Hidden Gems' feature highlights overlooked games from the past. It discusses Addams Family Values, Wipeout 3: Special Edition, DoDonPachi, Carmageddon, and Disney's Chicken Little, exploring their unique design elements, commercial struggles, and lasting impact.
UK software sales chart for the week ending August 1, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders holds on strong, physical Xenoblade 1 for Nintendo Switch 2 debuts
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending August 1, 2026, shows Splatoon Raiders holding strong at number two. The physical release of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition debuted at number sixteen.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 2, 2026 – Xenoblade Chronicles 2 makes a run at Splatoon Raiders
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 2, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders at the top, with Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and its upgrade pack also performing strongly. Final Fantasy 14 is set to launch on the platform and has already charted during its pre-load period.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 1, 2026 – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream still dominating
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for August 1, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, a recent release, has fallen to number 10. The charts detail the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only titles.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 25, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders immediately hits #1
Splatoon Raiders debuted at number one on the UK software sales chart for the week ending July 25, 2026. Several other Nintendo titles, including Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia, also charted well. The list features a wide range of games from various publishers.
Amazon quietly tucks 5 games into Prime Video — and it’s not chasing hardcore gamers
Amazon has integrated a Games tab into Prime Video, accessible on Fire TV, which features five cloud-streamed games including Fallout 4 and Hogwarts Legacy. This move, merging Prime Gaming and Amazon Game Studios, targets casual viewers rather than core gamers, leveraging familiar titles and its existing Prime subscriber base. The service is currently available in the US and UK, with plans for future expansion.
Amazon Luna cloud gaming platform now added to Prime Video in the US and UK
Amazon has integrated its cloud gaming service, Amazon Luna, into Prime Video for subscribers in the US and UK. This integration allows Prime members to access a library of over 100 games, including titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Hogwarts Legacy, directly through the Prime Video app on Fire TV devices. Amazon aims to make game discovery more natural and accessible for its Prime subscriber base.
Now Luna is integrated into Prime Video, Amazon sees potential for gaming to expand beyond PC and console: "That pie isn't really growing"
Amazon is integrating its Luna cloud gaming service into Prime Video, aiming to expand its gaming audience beyond traditional PC and console players. Jeff Gattis, general manager for Luna and Amazon Game Studios, explained that the company is consolidating its previously disparate gaming divisions to create a more cohesive strategy. Amazon sees a significant opportunity in serving the large segment of the global population that plays games but does not own dedicated gaming hardware, focusing on accessible, IP-driven titles.
Warner Bros. Acquisition Is Stuck In Legal Limbo Again
A judge has issued a two-week pause on the planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance, citing potential antitrust violations. This ruling temporarily halts the deal, which would have transferred ownership of Warner Bros. Games and its valuable IPs like Hogwarts Legacy and Mortal Kombat to Paramount Skydance. The coalition of state attorneys, led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, argued the merger could lead to higher prices, while Paramount Skydance insists the lawsuit misapplies antitrust laws.
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.
Another Game Skips Last-Gen, As Dying Light: The Beast Dumps PS4/Xbox One
Techland has canceled the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Dying Light: The Beast, citing that the game's advanced visuals and mechanics are too demanding for last-generation hardware. The studio stated that the game was built for current-generation consoles and PC, and that compromises would negatively impact the player experience. Refunds are available for those who preordered the last-gen versions.
US States Are Trying to Stop Paramount Skydance From Owning Mortal Kombat (And Everything Else)
A coalition of 12 US state attorneys general is suing Paramount Skydance to block its proposed $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, citing violations of antitrust laws. The states argue the merger would stifle competition, reduce content quality, and harm movie theaters. Paramount Skydance contends the lawsuit misapplies antitrust laws and that the merger is necessary to compete with streaming giants like Netflix. The acquisition would also transfer ownership of Warner Bros. Games, including studios like NetherRealm Studios and Portkey Games, to Paramount Skydance.