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Famitsu software sales (5/25/26 – 5/31/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of May 25-31. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped the charts, followed by 007 First Light and Pokemon Pokopia on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 respectively. The data includes sales figures for the top 30 best-selling games across various platforms.
Japanese Charts: Switch Sales Plummet As Price Increase Comes Into Play
Following a price increase in Japan on May 25th, Nintendo Switch hardware sales have seen a significant drop. While the Nintendo Switch 2 still leads hardware sales, its numbers have fallen drastically compared to the previous week. PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X also saw shifts in their sales figures.
Webcam-hacking Minecraft malware is disguising itself as mods, and it's infected thousands of PCs
McAfee has identified a new malware, WeedHack, disguised as Minecraft mods and launchers, which has infected thousands of PCs. This malware steals passwords, hijacks accounts, records keystrokes, and can take over webcams. Hackers are distributing it via YouTube, Discord, and Reddit, targeting young players with fake mod downloads.
"Indie titles now routinely produce launches with AAA-level concurrent player counts" – How to prepare in case of viral success
Nitrado CEO Raphael Stange highlights a growing trend of indie games achieving AAA-level concurrent player counts, citing successes like Windrose and Palworld. He emphasizes the critical need for independent developers to proactively plan robust server infrastructure, particularly hybrid models combining bare metal and cloud capacity, to handle unexpected viral success and avoid damaging community trust at launch.
Famitsu sales (5/25/26 – 5/31/26) – first week of Nintendo Switch 2 sales revealed following price increase
The latest Japanese hardware sales data from Famitsu reveals the first week of Nintendo Switch 2 sales at 31,751 units. This comes after a price increase for the console. The Nintendo Switch 2 also saw strong software sales, with Pokemon Pokopia and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book charting high.
Which gaming clip just won $500? Check out the best videos of May, featuring nukes in Minecraft, eternal drifts in Forza Horizon 6, and a dragon-riding giant in Skyrim
PC Gamer is showcasing the best gaming clips submitted by players in May, with a $500 prize awarded to the top video. The highlights include impressive moments in games like Minecraft, Forza Horizon 6, and Skyrim, alongside action from shooters and sandbox titles.
PUBG creator Brendan Greene halts development on "realistic Minecraft" survival game, plans to make it free…
Brendan Greene, creator of PUBG, has halted development on his survival game Prologue: Go Wayback due to funding issues and studio restructuring at PlayerUnknown Productions. The game will be made free for all players in an upcoming update, with refunds being investigated for existing purchasers. Development will continue on the studio's core Melba technology.
Minecraft's servers are down, locking players out of the game for hours
Minecraft experienced widespread server issues on June 3, preventing players from accessing multiplayer services on both Bedrock and Java editions. Authentication servers for Bedrock were down, and the Realms multiplayer system was inaccessible for both editions, with no estimated time for resolution. This follows a similar outage on June 1 caused by a Microsoft Azure issue.
James Bond Tops Another Chart, 007 First Light Was the Best-Selling Game on PS Store in May
007 First Light was the best-selling game on the PlayStation Store across USA, Canada, and Europe in May. Despite being available for only five days, the James Bond origin story from IO Interactive topped the charts for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight followed in second place.
PlayStation Store: May 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for May 2026 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2. "007 First Light" led the charts in both US/Canada and EU for PS5, while "I Am Cat" dominated the PS VR2 charts. The lists also feature popular titles like "Grand Theft Auto V," "Minecraft," and various free-to-play games such as "Fortnite" and "Roblox."
20-year-old MMORPG sandbox Wurm Online is celebrating its birthday with an event this Saturday
Wurm Online, a 20-year-old MMORPG sandbox, is celebrating its anniversary with a two-week in-game event starting June 6th. The event includes a free anniversary gift pack for premium players, a 20% skill gain bonus, discounts on items, and special dragon slaying events with potential unique rewards. The developers also released a tribute trailer and have plans for further updates through 2026.
Minecraft dappled forest update: everything you need to know about the next new biome
Mojang has revealed details about an upcoming Minecraft update focused on a new Dappled Forest biome, featuring colorful poplar trees, leaf litter, and abandoned camps. The update, expected in fall 2026, will introduce new wood blocks and structures. While the official name and release date are not yet finalized, it follows the underground-themed Chaos Cubed update.
Minecraft Chaos Cubed update release date revealed for June 16
Mojang announced that the Minecraft Chaos Cubed update will be released on June 16th. This update introduces a friends list feature and peer-to-peer multiplayer for Java Edition, along with an experimental Vulkan renderer. The update also adds the Sulfur Caves biome and the unique Sulfur Cube mob.
UK May Place Heavy Social Restrictions On Games Targeted Towards Kids
The United Kingdom is considering significant social restrictions on games popular with children, such as Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft, as part of a potential online safety bill. Online safety minister Kanishka Narayan suggested a ban on children interacting with strangers in online games could be implemented. The government is reportedly examining Australia's child social media ban as a model, though no formal decision has been made.
A Minecraft Movie Squared will explore 'new biomes, new characters, and new mobs' and confirms Matt Berry for…
During Minecraft Live, updates were shared for the upcoming film A Minecraft Movie Squared, with Jack Black and Danielle Brooke teasing new biomes, characters, and mobs. Matt Berry's role is hinted to be significant, possibly as Herobrine, and a build competition was announced where winners could have their creations featured in the movie.
UK Charts: 007 First Light Leaves The Competition Shaken
007 First Light debuted at number one on the UK physical sales charts, pushing LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight to second place. Several other titles saw significant movement, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream falling out of the top 40 entirely.
Minecraft Switch 2 Rating Pops Up Online
A rating for Minecraft has appeared on the ESRB website specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2, distinct from its existing listing for the current Nintendo Switch. While not officially confirmed, this suggests a potential new version of the game for Nintendo's next console, possibly with visual enhancements.
Matt Berry won't tell us who is he playing in the A Minecraft Movie sequel, but at least the film has an official release date
The sequel to A Minecraft Movie, now officially titled A Minecraft Movie Squared, is set to release on July 23rd of next year. Actors Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Matt Berry are returning, with Kirsten Dunst joining the cast as Alex. The first film was a significant box office success, grossing $301 million worldwide on its opening weekend.
Minecraft may be headed to the Switch 2, as an ESRB rating has suddenly appeared ahead of Summer Game Fest
An ESRB rating for Minecraft has appeared for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, just ahead of Summer Game Fest. This rating suggests a potential announcement or release for the highly popular game on the new console. Minecraft, one of the best-selling games of all time, has also seen success with its film adaptation and upcoming theme park.
ESRB Post Confirms Minecraft Switch 2 Edition Is Coming
A recent ESRB rating suggests a native version of Minecraft is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, distinct from the backwards-compatible version. While Mojang Studios has not officially announced it, the rating implies development is nearing completion. This could potentially offer a more tailored experience for the upcoming console, though details on enhancements or upgrade costs remain speculative.
