Hollow Knight: Silksong
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Collectively, we chose a digital future for games – so why doesn’t it feel like our choice at all?
The author laments the decline of physical game sales and the closure of game stores, arguing that the shift to digital distribution, while convenient, has eroded player choice and the sense of occasion. This transition feels less like a conscious decision and more like a forced surrender to industry trends, impacting the ability to trade, resell, or even access games during outages.
This Week in Switch 2 - Splatoon Raiders review scores, Nintendo Store Tokyo & Pokemon Unite news
This Week in Switch 2 covers recent gaming news, including a review of Splatoon Raiders and updates from the Nintendo Store Tokyo and Pokemon Unite. The podcast also features discussions on the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, games, and operating system, with staff sharing their impressions and opinions.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 26, 2026 – LEGO Donkey Kong arcade, Hasbro Zelda toys, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game and merchandise pre-order updates for the week of July 26, 2026, across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including games like Elden Ring, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 2, as well as amiibo and Hasbro Zelda toys.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 26, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders leads the way
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 26, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders leading the way after its launch. Final Fantasy 10 / 10-2 HD Remaster also debuted on the charts at number six. The article lists the top 30 games and top 30 download-only games on the eShop.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – July 25, 2026 – Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of July 25, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game makes its debut at #7 overall and leads the download-only category. Rhythm Heaven Groove remains at #2.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several gaming journalists share their plans for the weekend, with titles like Troubleshooter: Abandoned Children, Othercide, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, Lords of the Fallen, Replaced, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Assassin's Creed Rogue, and Assassin's Creed 3 being mentioned. Some express a desire to play tactics RPGs or action RPGs, while others are catching up on older Assassin's Creed titles.
Valve just made two big changes to Steam: Wishlists are smarter, and it's easier to gift games while telling your…
Valve has implemented significant updates to Steam, enhancing its wishlist functionality with custom categories and improved notifications, alongside streamlining the game gifting process. Users can now create and share specific wishlist categories, and gifting is simplified with guest checkout and the removal of the need for friends to be connected on Steam.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 19, 2026 – Cult of the Lamb Collector’s Edition, Tormented Souls 2, Observer, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game pre-order updates for the week of July 19, 2026, across various retailers and regions including the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, covering a wide range of titles from major franchises to indie games, along with amiibo and book releases.
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.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – July 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life starts a new streak
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of July 18, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top position. The charts list the top 30 best-selling games overall and the top 30 download-only titles.
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.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Turns Tough Bosses Into Powerful Friends
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by Evil Empire and published by Konami, is a new entry in the storied franchise that blends classic Castlevania elements with modern metroidvania mechanics. Players control Rose Belmont, who uses a tarot card system to unlock and upgrade spells by defeating bosses, turning them into allies. The preview highlights the game's flexible combat, traversal options, and narrative integration of defeated enemies.
This Week in Switch 2 - Explosive Diarrhea, OLED rumors & The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
This Week in Switch 2 covers a range of topics including a public health crisis in the United States and discussions about the gaming industry. The episode features updates on F-Zero 99 achievements and a playthrough of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The podcast also touches on previews for Splatoon Raiders and mentions interactive maps for other games.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 keeps things steady with $2.4M raised for Doctors Without Borders
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 successfully raised $2,408,901 USD for Doctors Without Borders, a total comparable to previous years. The week-long speedrunning marathon featured various unique runs and events, including a Tetris Tournament and a Resident Evil 3: Nemesis run on a guitar controller. Upcoming events include Flame Fatales 2026 and Awesome Games Done Quick 2027 in Atlanta.
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.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – July 11, 2026 – Tomodachi Life returns to the top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of July 11, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream returning to the number one spot, bumping Rhythm Heaven Groove to second. Moonlight Peaks debuted at third place in its first week. The article also lists the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only games.
What we've been playing - "I can't sit and do nothing other than melt into my sofa"
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences and inspirations. Kelsey is inspired by Hollow Knight: Silksong for embroidery projects, Bertie is impressed by the deliberate time management system in The Blood of Dawnwalker on PC, Marie is enjoying the romance and life simulation aspects of Moonlight Peaks on Nintendo Switch, and Matt highlights the clever fourth-wall-breaking in Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several gaming industry figures share their weekend gaming plans, including Digital Extremes' annual Tennocon event for Warframe and Soulframe, and attempts at mastering the higher difficulties of Endless Legend. Other titles mentioned include a secret review game, Esoteric Ebb, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, and the turn-based strategy game Frosthaven, with discussions on its complex card system.
Xbox Game Pass Hidden Gems: 20 Games Worth Playing Right Now (2026) | TAG
This guide highlights 20 under-the-radar games available on Xbox Game Pass, categorized by their time commitment. It focuses on titles that are either new, forgotten, or obscure, offering recommendations for various playstyles and schedules. The article emphasizes that these games are worth owning even if they leave the service.
This Week in Switch 2 - PlayStation's physical media fiasco, Xbox layoffs & Nintendo's annual report
This Week in Switch 2 covers recent Nintendo news, PlayStation's announcement regarding physical media, and significant layoffs at Microsoft's Xbox division. The article also mentions a preview for Splatoon Raiders and free interactive maps for other games.
