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Summer Game Fest 2026: ArenaNet announced Guild Wars 3, NCsoft sets Aion 2 for September
During Summer Game Fest, ArenaNet officially announced Guild Wars 3, which will launch on PC and PlayStation 5 with a beta planned for Fall 2027. NCsoft also revealed that Aion 2 will be released in the West in September. Other announcements included a new season for Fortnite and a July 10th release date for Palworld.
Street Fighter 6 Year 4 Characters Revealed: Tifa Confirmed — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Capcom has revealed the Year 4 character roadmap for Street Fighter 6, including Tifa from Final Fantasy VII, Yasmine, Arjun, and Bosch. Yasmine will be the first character released in August 2026, followed by Arjun in Autumn 2026, Tifa in early 2027, and Bosch in Spring 2027. Tifa's inclusion marks her second appearance in a fighting game, and she will feature a unique Materia gameplay system. The Year 4 Character and Ultimate Passes are available for pre-order on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Monster Hunter Wilds Ascendance Expansion Announced — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Capcom announced at Summer Game Fest 2026 that the major expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds, titled Ascendance, will launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The expansion will feature new sky-island locales, explosive new abilities, Elder Dragons, and Master Rank content, alongside improved traversal and combat mechanics.
The biggest surprises of Summer Game Fest 2006 - from Tupac to Alien Isolation 2
Summer Game Fest showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including a new Cuphead game titled Mighty Cuphead Adventure, Alien: Isolation 2, and gen ATLAS from Fumito Ueda. Other notable reveals included Stranger Than Heaven featuring Tupac Shakur, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, and expansions for Monster Hunter Wilds and Stellar Blade. Many titles are slated for release in 2027 or later, with some like Virtua Fighter CrossRoads and 1666 Amsterdam aiming for next year.
Predictions for a potential June 2026 Nintendo Direct
Speculation is high for a Nintendo Direct in June 2026, following a period of infrequent announcements. Rumors suggest potential remakes of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Kirby: Planet Robobot, alongside new content for Pikmin 4 and Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Third-party titles like Minecraft and Monster Hunter Wilds are also rumored for the Nintendo Switch 2.
All Major Summer Game Fest 2026 Announcements
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN, Final Fantasy VII Revelation launching in spring 2027 for multiple platforms, and the Resident Evil Veronica remake. New titles like Alien: Isolation 2, The Wolf Among Us 2, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads were also revealed, alongside updates for existing franchises and new IPs across various genres.
Monster Hunter Wilds in development for Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom has confirmed that Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2. While no release date was provided, the game's "Ascendance" DLC is slated for a 2027 release on other platforms, suggesting a similar timeframe for the Switch 2 port. This announcement follows previous rumors and speculation about a portable version of the action-RPG.
It's Official, Monster Hunter Wilds Is Now In Development For Switch 2
Capcom has officially confirmed that Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2, with more information and a release date to be shared in the future. The game was originally released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC in February 2025. Capcom also announced the expansion Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance and Resident Evil Veronica for the Switch 2.
Monster Hunter Wilds Switch 2 Version, Felyne Nendoroid, and Hunter Figma Figure Teased
Capcom has confirmed a Nintendo Switch version of Monster Hunter Wilds is in development, alongside its previously announced PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC releases. Good Smile Company also revealed unpainted prototypes for a Felyne Nendoroid and a Hunter figma figure, with no release dates announced for either the game port or the merchandise yet.
Resident Evil Veronica Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Capcom revealed Resident Evil Veronica at Summer Game Fest 2026, a remake that will feature modernized gameplay and a chilling level of realism. The game will be playable in first-person perspective, similar to Resident Evil Requiem, and is set for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This announcement follows Capcom's recent successes with titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata.
Monster Hunter Wilds confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Monster Hunter Wilds has been officially confirmed for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, with a release date to be announced later. Capcom also revealed the Ascendance DLC, which will add new Elder Dragons, Master Rank content, and sky-island locales. The article also briefly mentions that Monster Hunter Stories 3 is already available on the platform.
Monster Hunter Wilds coming to Switch 2
Capcom has confirmed that a version of Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2. The company stated that further information, including a release date, will be shared later. Monster Hunter Wilds is also set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC on February 28, 2025.
Monster Hunter Wilds coming to Switch 2
Capcom has announced that Monster Hunter Wilds will be released on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. While details are scarce, development for the new port is underway. A massive expansion, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, has also been revealed.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance Announced
Capcom has announced Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, a substantial expansion for the action RPG Monster Hunter Wilds. The expansion is slated for release next year on PC and consoles, promising a wealth of new content.
Daily Video Game Deals Jun 6 – Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Alan Wake 2 & More
Daily Video Game Deals for June 6, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features significant discounts on titles such as Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Alan Wake 2, among many others.
Everything from Summer Game Fest 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 featured numerous game announcements and reveals. Highlights include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Palworld 1.0, The Wolf Among Us 2, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, and Atlas from Shadow of the Colossus creator Fumito Ueda. Several sequels and expansions were also showcased, including Alien Isolation 2 and Resident Evil Veronica.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance Adds Master Rank Quests, Boost Bracer and Skybound Eyrie Detailed
Capcom revealed new details for the upcoming Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance expansion, including the addition of Master Rank quests and a new area called Skybound Eyrie. The expansion, launching in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, will feature new weapon skills via the Boost Bracer and a story centered around Elder Dragons.
Summer Game Fest 2026: World Premieres and Everything Announced!
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous world premieres and announcements, including a reimagining of Resident Evil – Code: Veronica, a sequel to Alien: Isolation, and new titles like gen Atlas and Blood Message. Several existing franchises also received updates or sequels, such as Mortal Shell II, Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, and Lords of the Fallen 2. The event also featured announcements for new installments in the Gundam, Star Wars, and Attack on Titan series, alongside updates for games like Fortnite and Palworld.
Here’s All the Games Featured at Summer Game Fest 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game reveals and updates for 2026 and 2027. Highlights included the Resident Evil Veronica remake, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance expansion, Virtua Fighter Crossroads, and the conclusion of the Final Fantasy VII Remake saga with Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several other titles across various genres and platforms were also announced.
Monster Hunter Ascendance is to Wilds what Iceborne was to Monster Hunter World, coming 2027
Capcom has revealed 'Ascendance,' the first major expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds, set to launch in 2027. This expansion is expected to follow the pattern of previous large-scale updates like Monster Hunter World: Iceborne and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak. Separately, IO Interactive announced that its game '007 First Light' has sold nearly 3 million copies in its first week, with much of its Year One content planned to be free for all owners.
