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EDGE #422 review scores – Resident Evil Requiem, Mario Tennis Fever, more
The latest review scores from EDGE magazine's May 2026 issue have been released, featuring several Nintendo-related titles. Resident Evil Requiem received a score of 9, John Carpenter's Toxic Commando scored 6, Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf received a 7, and Mario Tennis Fever was also reviewed.
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.
23 Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games To Play Right Now
The Nintendo Switch 2 has quickly become a powerhouse for gaming, offering enhanced versions of existing titles and exciting new releases. This list highlights the best games available, from enhanced RPGs like Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster to new adventures like Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World. The article emphasizes how the Switch 2's improved hardware benefits games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Hollow Knight: Silksong, providing smoother frame rates and better visuals.
Mario Tennis Fever Takes Out Top Spot In February 2026 Nintendo Charts (US)
Mario Tennis topped the best-selling games chart on Nintendo platforms in the US for February 2026, according to data from Mat Piscatella. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling premium game across all platforms for the month and the year so far, also leading sales on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC storefronts.
Mario Tennis Fever Takes Out Top Spot In February 2026 Nintendo Charts (US)
Mario Tennis Fever topped the US Nintendo Switch sales charts for February 2026, followed by Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined and Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Across all platforms, Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling premium game of the year and February, with Capcom reporting over six million units sold since its late February launch.
Mario Tennis Fever Takes Out Top Spot In February 2026 Nintendo Charts (US)
Mario Tennis topped the February 2026 US sales charts for Nintendo platforms, followed by Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined and Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Resident Evil Requiem also performed strongly, leading sales across all platforms and debuting as the year's best-selling game. Capcom reported significant sales for Requiem shortly after its release.
Mario Tennis Fever Takes Out Top Spot In February 2026 Nintendo Charts (US)
Mario Tennis Fever topped the February 2026 US sales charts for Nintendo platforms, followed by Dragon Quest VII Reimagined and Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling premium game across all platforms for the month and the year, with Capcom announcing over six million units sold since its late February release.
Resident Evil Requiem is 2026’s Best-Selling Game in US, 40% Higher Launch Unit Sales Than Village
Resident Evil Requiem has become the best-selling game in the United States for February, with launch unit sales over 40% higher than Resident Evil Village. Capcom's latest title has sold over six million units worldwide in less than three weeks. Story DLC for Resident Evil Requiem is also confirmed to be in development.
Mario Tennis Fever Takes Out Top Spot In February 2026 Nintendo Charts (US)
Mario Tennis Fever topped the US Nintendo sales charts for February 2026, followed by Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined and Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling premium game across all platforms in the US for the month, with Capcom reporting over six million units sold. The Nintendo Switch 2 saw significant year-on-year spending growth, while the PlayStation 5 led the hardware market in unit and dollar sales.
PS5 outsells Switch 2 for second month as Resident Evil Requiem tops charts
Sony's PlayStation 5 has outsold the Nintendo Switch 2 in the US for the second consecutive month, with Resident Evil Requiem topping software sales. Despite the Switch 2's strong overall performance compared to its predecessor, reports indicate a slowdown in Western sales, potentially due to a lighter software release schedule.
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 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.
Best-selling games of February 2026 in the U.S. on Nintendo platforms
February 2026 U.S. sales data for Nintendo platforms shows Mario Tennis Fever as the top-selling game on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined secured the second position, followed by Resident Evil Generation Pack and Resident Evil Requiem.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for February 2026 – Resident Evil Requiem, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, Mario Tennis Fever make the cut
Circana has released the top ten best-selling video games in the U.S. for February 2026. Resident Evil Requiem secured the number one spot, followed by other new releases like Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined and Mario Tennis Fever.
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.
Famitsu software sales (3/9/26 – 3/15/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of March 9th to March 15th. Pokemon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2 leads the charts with over 117,000 units sold. Monster Hunter Stories 3 also saw strong debut sales on both Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.
Japanese Charts: Ditto Copies Another Win For Pokémon Pokopia
Pokémon Pokopia continues to lead the Japanese physical sales charts for the week of March 9th-15th, selling an additional 117,029 units. New entries include Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, which debuted in the top ten across Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The Nintendo Switch 2 remains the dominant hardware platform in Japan, with PlayStation 5 models also showing strong sales.
Have Gamers Become Too Comfortable With Sequels and Remakes?
The article discusses the increasing prevalence of sequels and remakes in the gaming industry, questioning if gamers have become too comfortable with familiar titles. While acknowledging that some sequels and remakes push innovation, the author notes a decline in the number of new intellectual properties being developed and risks taken by major publishers due to rising development costs and the desire for guaranteed audiences.
Feature: Thank You, Mum, For The Last Ocarina Of Time
This article reflects on the author's lifelong passion for video games, particularly The Legend of Zelda series, and the significant role his mother played in fostering this hobby. He recounts instances of her dedication in acquiring games and consoles, highlighting her support despite not fully understanding the games themselves.
