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Madden NFL 26 is addressing the issue of concussions within the game. The article discusses how the simulation is attempting to represent these injuries and the broader conversation around player safety in sports gaming.
How to Get 99 OVR Tom Brady in Madden NFL 26
This guide details how to obtain the 99 OVR Tom Brady GOAT card in Madden NFL 26's Ultimate Team mode. It covers effective strategies such as purchasing bundles and completing set upgrades to acquire the legendary player card.
Nintendo reportedly planning revised Switch 2 model with replaceable battery in EU
Nintendo is reportedly planning a revised Nintendo Switch 2 model for the European Union that will feature a replaceable battery, aligning with upcoming EU legislation mandating such changes by 2027. The legislation requires batteries in portable consoles to be accessible to consumers. The report also notes that this change could potentially extend to Japan and the US if consumer laws are revised in those regions.
Resident Evil Requiem tops US February charts, launch sales 60% higher than Village | US Monthly Charts
Resident Evil Requiem topped the US February sales charts, with launch week sales 60% higher than Resident Evil Village. The Nintendo Switch 2 hardware also saw strong performance, with sales 45% higher than the original Switch after nine months on the market. The overall US video game market generated $4.6 billion in February, showing flat year-on-year growth.
US: PlayStation 5 was best-selling console for February for second month and Resident Evil Requiem best-selling game
The PlayStation 5 was the best-selling console in the United States for February, marking its second consecutive month in the top spot. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling game during the same period. The Nintendo Switch was the second best-selling console, though Nintendo does not provide digital sales data.
Feb 2026 USA Sales: PS5 Outsells Nintendo's New Switch 2 for a Second Consecutive Month
In February 2026, the PlayStation 5 outsold the Nintendo Switch for the second consecutive month in the USA, despite a year-over-year decline in PlayStation sales. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling game of the year so far, with its launch week sales significantly exceeding Resident Evil Village. Overall industry spending saw a slight increase year-over-year, partly due to the Switch's performance.
Resident Evil Requiem Reigns Supreme in February 2026, Circana Says
Circana's February 2026 US sales data shows Resident Evil Requiem as the top-selling game for both the month and year-to-date. NBA 2K26 and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 followed in second and third place respectively. The PlayStation 5 was the best-selling console, with the Nintendo Switch 2 in second, as the overall hardware market saw a 22% increase.
Resident Evil Requiem Debuts as the Best-selling Game of the Year in the U.S. So Far - IGN
Resident Evil Requiem debuted as the best-selling game of February 2026 in the U.S. and is the year's top seller so far, with Capcom reporting 6 million global sales. Overall gaming spending saw a slight 1% year-over-year increase, largely driven by hardware sales, particularly the new Nintendo Switch 2, which is outpacing its predecessor. Despite strong individual game performances, content spending remained flat, with subscription services being the only growing segment.
Top 20 Best-Selling Games Of 2026 So Far In The US
Circana's latest US sales report for February 2026 shows Resident Evil Requiem as the top-selling game, with NBA 2K26, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Madden NFL 26, and Minecraft rounding out the top five. Overall software spending remained flat year-over-year, while hardware spending increased significantly, driven by strong sales of the Switch 2.
March 2026 PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available to Download Now
Sony has added eight new titles to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium for March 2026, including Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Persona 5 Royal, and Madden NFL 26 for PS5. The lineup also features several PS4 titles and classic PSP game Tekken: Dark Resurrection for Premium subscribers. Player reception to the Extra tier games is mixed, with the Premium offering receiving particular criticism.
PS Plus Extra, Premium March 2026 Games Rolling Out Now
Sony is rolling out the March 2026 lineup for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers. New additions include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Persona 5 Royal, Madden NFL 26, and Tekken: Dark Resurrection. Some older titles like Persona 5 Royal and Astroneer are included despite their age.
List of all Nintendo Switch 2 games with a game-key card release
This article lists games for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 that will utilize a game-key card for physical releases. This new approach involves a cartridge that requires a full game download, differing from traditional physical media but allowing for lending and resale.
Poll: Are You Happy With Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for March 2026?
Sony has announced the lineup of games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in March 2026. The Extra tier includes titles like Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Persona 5 Royal, and Madden NFL 26, while the Premium tier adds the PSP version of Tekken: Dark Resurrection. The article polls readers on their satisfaction with the offerings.
These 20+ New PS5, PS4, and PS Plus Games This Week (16th-22nd March)
This week sees a significant number of new game releases for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, including Crimson Desert, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, and MLB The Show 26. Additionally, several titles are being added to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers, such as Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 and Persona 5 Royal.
These 20+ New PS5, PS4, and PS Plus Games Next Week (16th-22nd March)
The week of March 16th-22nd will see over 20 new game releases across PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, including major titles like Crimson Desert, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, and MLB The Show 26. Additionally, several games are being added to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers, such as Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 and Persona 5 Royal.
Larry Hryb joins Commodore International Corporation as community development consultant
A Newzoo report indicates a significant lack of overlap between players of Roblox and Minecraft and those who play traditional AAA titles like Assassin's Creed: Shadows. These younger players are more likely to engage with live service games such as Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto V, or games that resemble Roblox experiences. This trend raises questions about the future evolution of the gaming audience and the market for AAA games.
Roblox and Minecraft players are less likely to play traditional AAA video games
A Newzoo report indicates that players of Roblox and Minecraft have significantly less overlap with traditional AAA game audiences compared to live service titles like Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto V. This trend is attributed to a shift away from graphical fidelity as a primary driver of popularity and the younger demographic's preference for free-to-play models. The analysis questions whether these players will transition to AAA games as they age or continue to favor sandbox and live service experiences.
March 2026 PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Games Announced
Sony Interactive has revealed the games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers in March 2026, including Blasphemous 2, EA Sports Madden NFL 26, and Persona 5 Royal. The new titles will be available starting March 17, with Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 also joining the catalog.
PS Plus förstärks med Persona 5, Space Marine 2 m.fl.
Sony Interactive Entertainment is adding several new games to the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers starting March 17. Titles include Persona 5 Royal, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Blasphemous 2, and EA Sports Madden NFL 26. Tekken Dark Resurrection is available exclusively for PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog March 2026 Lineup Revealed — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup for March 2026, adding eight titles across PS5 and PS4. Notable additions include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Persona 5 Royal, and EA Sports Madden NFL 26. The Classics Catalog will receive Tekken Dark Resurrection. The article also clarifies the differences between Monthly Games and the rotating Game Catalog for various PlayStation Plus subscription tiers.
