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47 video game things that spark joy
This article compiles a list of small, often overlooked moments in video games that bring players joy, ranging from humorous bugs and satisfying combat mechanics to clever design choices and nostalgic elements. Contributors share personal anecdotes about specific instances that enhance their gaming experience, highlighting the unique pleasures the medium can offer.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 22, 2026 – Tomodachi Life, Smash Bros., and Minecraft
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 22, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Minecraft follow in second and third place, respectively, with other popular titles like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Pokemon FireRed also appearing on the charts.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 21: The Humble Store Summer Sale continues
This article rounds up various PC game deals available from multiple digital storefronts, including Humble Store, Battle.net, GamesPlanet, Ubisoft Store, Green Man Gaming, Epic Games Store, Amazon Luna, Fanatical, Gamebillet, GOG.com, and Steam. Notable sales include Humble Store's Summer Sale, Battle.net's August Game Deals, and Ubisoft's Gamescom sale, featuring discounts on a wide range of titles.
This Week in Switch 2 - The Duskbloods & Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave hands-on previews
This article provides hands-on previews of the upcoming games The Duskbloods and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, both discussed on the 'This Week in Switch 2' podcast. Staff members shared their impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, games, and operating system, with previews available for The Duskbloods and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave.
Mortal Shell 2 review - the perfect Soulslike for beginners
Mortal Shell 2 offers an accessible Soulslike experience, drawing inspiration from Elden Ring with its new open world. While it lacks major innovations and its open world design is questionable, the game features an impressive shell system, a stamina-free combat mechanic, and extensive customization options. It stands as a solid third choice in the genre for players intimidated by FromSoftware's titles.
Behold, "the whole story of Steam's economy in one picture": the top 1% of games earn 84.5% of estimated revenue, and most games barely make anything
A new analysis of 99,206 paid games on Steam reveals that the top 1% of games earn 84.5% of the estimated revenue, with half of all paid games earning less than $4,000 lifetime. The report, which excludes free-to-play titles, highlights extreme revenue disparities and a rapidly growing Steam catalog that outpaces revenue growth.
Nintendo pre-order updates – August 16, 2026 – Minecraft Dungeons 2, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game pre-order updates for the week of August 16, 2026, across various regions including the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2, covering a wide range of titles and their respective release dates and retailers.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 15, 2026 – Tomodachi Life still winning, The Lord of the Rings debuts
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 15, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining in the top spot. The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition debuted at number 16 overall and third in the download-only ranking.
Beast of Reincarnation is a Pokemon soulslike minus the souls, and all the better for it
Beast of Reincarnation offers a challenging action-RPG experience inspired by soulslike games but with a unique twist: players retain their inventory upon defeat, removing the typical penalty of losing currency. This approach, running on PlayStation 5, provides a more accessible yet still demanding combat system, drawing comparisons to titles like Elden Ring and Dark Souls 3, while diverging from the typical Game Freak formula seen in Pokémon games.
This Week in Switch 2 - Zelda rumors & Nintendo (NTDOY) Q1 FY27 earnings results reaction
This Week in Switch 2 discusses recent Nintendo news, including rumors surrounding The Legend of Zelda and reactions to Nintendo's Q1 FY27 financial results. The podcast also touches on reviews for Splatoon Raiders and mentions interactive maps for Hollow Knight: Silksong, Mario Kart World, and Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
Datumet är spikat för årets The Game Awards
The Game Awards will take place on December 10th, with Geoff Keighley announcing the date. The event will be held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles and will feature game awards and new announcements, similar to previous years. Last year's Game of the Year winner was Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Highest rated game of 2026 sells 1,000,000 copies in six days
The co-op puzzle game Big Walk, developed by House House, has achieved over one million copies sold in just six days. The game, which received a 9/10 review and is currently the highest-rated game on Metacritic, is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, with a significant portion of sales likely coming from PC and Switch platforms.
Nintendo pre-order updates – August 9, 2026 – Attack on Titan 3, The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for the week of August 9, 2026, detailing upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes a wide variety of games across different genres, with many titles scheduled for release in late 2026 and some extending into 2027.
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.
This Week in Switch 2 - Super Mario Sunshine for GameCube App & PlayStation doubles down on no discs
This episode of 'This Week in Switch 2' covers recent gaming news, including discussions on hardware, games, and the operating system. The podcast also touches on a review of Splatoon Raiders and mentions free interactive maps for Hollow Knight: Silksong, Mario Kart World, and Pokemon Legends: Z-A. Shacknews staff confirms they do not use generative AI in their content.
I worried Onimusha: Way of the Sword would be too easy, then got my ass beat by a many-limbed demon
Despite initial concerns that Onimusha: Way of the Sword might be too easy, a hands-on preview revealed a challenging combat system that requires mastery of parries, deflections, and counters. The game features a revival of the hack and slash series with a new depiction of Musashi Miyamoto and a story involving chaos demons overwhelming the Oni. The combat system, which includes distinct mechanics for parries, deflections, and clashes, is central to the experience and offers a satisfying difficulty curve.
PlayStation’s Response to the Physical Disc Backlash Is Not Reassuring
Sony Group Corporation has confirmed its decision to cease new game disc production for PlayStation consoles starting January 2028, despite significant backlash from fans. The company cites the overall progression of digitalization as the primary reason, with CFO Lin Tao stating that the decision was carefully considered and will be cautiously moved forward. While acknowledging fan sentiment, Sony does not anticipate a significant short-term or long-term business impact, as digital sales already constitute the majority of their software revenue.
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.
All the RPS Supporter rewards for July 2026: space battles, messy desks, and puzzling dreams
Rock Paper Shotgun is highlighting its exclusive content and rewards for July 2026, including articles on Assassin's Creed Rogue, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Thief: The Dark Project, and Spacefleet: Heat Death. The site also introduced a dedicated RSS feed for supporter-exclusive articles and discussed future plans, including a reader survey and Gamescom 2026 preparations.
