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Red Dead Redemption 2 just had its best sales year since launch, but Take-Two CEO doesn't think GTA 6 hype is…
Red Dead Redemption 2 achieved its best sales year since launch, surpassing 85 million copies sold and becoming the third best-selling game of all time. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick attributes this success to the game's dedicated audience and Rockstar Games' brand appeal, rather than hype for Grand Theft Auto 6.
Japanese Charts: Switch 2 Sneaks In Some Huge Numbers Ahead Of The Price Rise
The Nintendo Switch 2 dominated Japanese hardware sales with 247,880 units sold in the week of May 18-24, likely driven by an upcoming price increase. Software sales were led by Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book also performing well. The PlayStation 5 Digital Edition saw a bump in sales, but overall PlayStation 5 models combined sold fewer units than all Nintendo Switch variants.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3: Leaks, Skins, And Everything We Know So Far
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 is set to launch on Saturday, June 6, with the season finale event, Shattered, occurring on Friday, June 6. Leaks suggest potential collaborations with Masters of the Universe, Kingdom Hearts, and Minecraft for the upcoming battle pass. Epic Games will begin hyping the new season on May 30 with Community Day rewards.
Rome has fallen and the gods are missing. Lead the rebuilding effort in new survival game Romestead
The co-op survival crafting game Romestead has launched in Early Access on Steam, developed by Beartwigs and published by Three Friends. The game tasks players with rebuilding civilization after the fall of Ancient Rome, featuring resource management, combat against various enemies, and a mechanic to reconnect with the gods. The developers plan for an early access period of one to two years, with future updates including more biomes, bosses, and features.
Minecraft Mod Spotlight: Dread Reborn Modpack
This article spotlights the Dread Reborn modpack for Minecraft, which transforms the game into a horror experience with spooky monsters and an oppressive atmosphere. The author details their experience playing earlier versions and the final 'Reborn' iteration, discussing features like a class selection, modified textures, and the challenges posed by new entities and mechanics, while also noting options to mitigate less enjoyable aspects like fog.
Minecraft Mod Spotlight: Dread Reborn Modpack
This article spotlights the Dread Reborn modpack for Minecraft, which transforms the game into a horror experience with spooky monsters and an oppressive atmosphere. The author details their experience playing earlier versions and the final 'Reborn' iteration, discussing features like a class selection, modified textures, and the challenges posed by new entities and mechanics, while also noting options to mitigate less enjoyable aspects like fog.
RedMagic 11S Pro – Liquid Cooling, High Specs, and Anime Waifus
The RedMagic 11S Pro is a powerful gaming smartphone featuring advanced liquid cooling, a high-spec Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, 16GB RAM, and a 144Hz display. It includes gaming-centric features like shoulder buttons and a customizable Gaming Center, along with an optional anime mascot named Mora.
Minecraft puts its Java multiplayer test on hold: "The experience wasn't what we wanted"
Mojang has removed the peer-to-peer multiplayer feature from the latest Minecraft Java Edition pre-release, citing that the experience was not up to their standards. While the friends list functionality remains, the developer plans to revisit the multiplayer feature at a later date. The update also includes minor changes to Sulfur Cube and Spike mechanics, and separates chat and command spam server properties.
PSA: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Adds Another Free Character This Week
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has added Arle from the Puyo Puyo series as a free character this week, following the recent additions of Red and Captain Majima. A themed Festival event will also run from May 28th to May 31st. The game continues to receive free and paid DLC characters from various SEGA franchises and other IPs.
Games Inbox: Could 2026 be the best year for video games ever?
Readers discuss the potential for 2026 to be a landmark year for video games, citing high review scores for titles like 007 First Light and Forza Horizon 6. Concerns are raised about the lack of couch co-op in modern games and the sustainability of large development studios with infrequent releases. The article also touches on the perceived staleness of the Forza Horizon series and the delayed review copies for 007 First Light.
Red Dead Redemption 2 är nu världens tredje mest sålda spel
Red Dead Redemption 2 has become the third best-selling game of all time, with approximately 85 million copies sold. This milestone surpasses Wii Sports, which has sold 82.9 million units. Grand Theft Auto V remains in second place with 230 million copies sold, and Minecraft leads the list with 350 million.
Red Dead Redemption 2 beats Wii Sports to become third best-selling game ever
Red Dead Redemption 2 has become the third best-selling video game of all time, surpassing Wii Sports and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with over 85 million units sold. This surge in sales occurred during Take-Two Interactive's latest fiscal year, driven by strong performance and potential upcoming current-gen updates for the title. CEO Strauss Zelnick highlighted the resilience of Rockstar's titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Grand Theft Auto Online.
Cozy Co-Op Night: 6 Couples Games Without Fights | TAG
This guide recommends six video games designed for couples seeking a conflict-free co-op experience, focusing on collaborative and forgiving gameplay. Titles like Stardew Valley, A Short Hike, and Unravel Two are highlighted for their ability to foster shared enjoyment without causing arguments, with advice also provided on creating a cozy gaming ritual and identifying when gaming might be causing relationship friction.
How to Find Any Minecraft Biome Easily
This guide discusses the challenges of running a long-term Minecraft multiplayer server, from local hosting issues and performance degradation with mods to the complexities of building dedicated server PCs. It emphasizes that stability and consistent uptime are more crucial for player retention than advanced features or technical specifications.
Long-Distance Couples Gaming: 7 Voice-Call Picks | TAG
This guide recommends seven games suitable for long-distance couples who communicate via voice calls, focusing on titles that facilitate shared experiences despite geographical separation. The selections range from asynchronous games like Stardew Valley and Minecraft to more structured co-op experiences such as It Takes Two and Helldivers 2, all supporting cross-platform play and voice chat.
Popular Online Video Games Right Now (2026)
This article discusses the factors contributing to the enduring popularity of online video games in 2026, focusing on competitive balance, social interaction, and continuous updates. It categorizes popular genres like tactical shooters, battle royales, MMORPGs, MOBAs, and co-op sandbox games, offering advice on choosing a game that fits individual preferences and schedules. The piece also touches upon the potential downsides of live-service models, such as pressure from daily rewards and battle passes, and emphasizes the importance of responsible play and time management.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 23, 2026 – Tomodachi Life is unbeatable
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 23, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New releases like Rune Dice and Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection also appeared on the download-only list. The article provides a comprehensive ranking of the top 30 games and download-only titles.
As Red Dead Redemption 2 becomes the third best-selling game ever, actor Roger Clark says "it's the fans that…
Red Dead Redemption 2 has become the third best-selling game of all time, surpassing 85 million copies sold according to Take-Two Interactive. Actor Roger Clark, who voices Arthur Morgan, thanked fans for the game's continued success. Grand Theft Auto 5 remains the second best-selling game, with Minecraft and Tetris holding the top positions.
Red Dead Redemption 2 now overtaken Wii Sports in best-selling game list
Red Dead Redemption 2 has surpassed Wii Sports to become the third best-selling video game of all time, with 85 million copies sold compared to Wii Sports' 83 million. Rockstar Games' title has experienced a significant surge in sales over the past year, exceeding its sales in any 12-month period since its 2018 launch.
Famitsu software sales (5/11/26 – 5/17/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of May 11-17, 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with over 98,000 units sold. Several Nintendo Switch 2 titles also appeared in the top 30, including Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World.
