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WRUP: Presenting the 36th Annual Summer of Butts edition
This weekly roundup features Massively OP staff and community members discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Marvel Heroes, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy XIV, World of Warcraft, and several other MMORPGs and games. The article also includes a bonus question about favorite flowers.
Square Enix bäst på Metacritic under 2025
Square Enix has been named the top game publisher by Metacritic for 2025, marking the first time the company has achieved this ranking. The analysis considers average game scores, the proportion of critically acclaimed titles, and the number of games receiving scores of 90 or higher. Several Swedish publishers, including Thunderful and Raw Fury, also placed in the top 10.
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Daily video game deals for March 26th feature discounts on titles such as Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian, Monster Hunter Wilds, Elden Ring, and Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
A Guild Hall for Everyone: The Social Network of Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster Hunter Wilds is designed to enhance its core multiplayer experience with a new squad system accommodating large groups and diverse playstyles. The game also introduces a fully voiced, veteran protagonist, shifting the narrative focus and allowing players to experience the Guild's inner workings. Solo players can utilize customizable NPC companions, ensuring a robust experience regardless of play preference.
Metacritic Names Top Game Publishers of 2025 With Square Enix Leading
Metacritic has released its annual ranking of top game publishers for 2025, based on the critical reception of their released titles. Square Enix secured the number one spot, driven by strong performances from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and other titles. Capcom and Gamirror Games followed in second and third place, respectively, with Microsoft rounding out the top five.
Despite PS5 Hits, Sony Sinks to 21st in Metacritic's Publisher Rankings
Sony's average Metascore dropped significantly, placing them 21st in Metacritic's publisher rankings for 2025, a steep decline from fourth place in 2024. While games like Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yotei received high praise, the inclusion of Destiny 2 expansions and the underperforming Lost Soul Aside negatively impacted Sony's overall score. Square Enix took the top spot with an average Metascore of 84.
Metacritic's 2025 Rankings Show A Major Shift In Top Publishers
Metacritic's 2025 publisher rankings reveal significant shifts, with Square Enix topping the list followed by Gamirror Games and Capcom. Nintendo saw a notable rise, while Sony dropped from fourth to 21st place. The rankings are based on critical reviews, excluding sales and user scores, and consider factors like average Metascore and the percentage of good and bad reviews.
Crimson Desert Storms the Physical UK Charts, and Almost All Copies Sold Were for PS5
Crimson Desert has debuted at number one on the UK's physical games chart, with a staggering 90 percent of sales being for the PlayStation 5 version. The action game from Pearl Abyss has pushed Resident Evil Requiem down to fourth place, while EA Sports FC 26 climbed back up to second.
UK Charts: Pokémon Pokopia Continues To Slip, As A Newcomer Grabs The Gold
Crimson Desert debuted at number one on the UK physical charts, pushing Pokémon Pokopia down to sixth place due to stock issues. EA SPORTS FC 26 and Mario Kart World secured second and third respectively, while Resident Evil Requiem fell to fourth.
PS5 console architect Mark Cerny confirms FSR Frame Generation is coming to PlayStation 'at some point' but not in 2026 — 'All I can say is that we have no more releases planned for this year'
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro console architect Mark Cerny confirmed that AMD's FSR Frame Generation technology will eventually come to PlayStation platforms. He stated that the co-developed technology is progressing well and that Sony has no further major releases planned for the current year. Cerny also mentioned that Sony's updated PSSR upscaling technology is faster and offers improved image quality for supported games.
PS5 Pro architect Mark Cerny says Sony's updated PSSR tech is 'something like 100 microseconds faster than the…
PlayStation console architect Mark Cerny revealed that Sony's updated PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) AI upscaling technology is approximately 100 microseconds faster than the original. This improvement allows for an 'Enhance PSSR Image Quality' option to force-upgrade supported games, leading to better image stability and clarity. The update has begun rolling out for various PS5 Pro enhanced titles.
PS5 Pro's Acclaimed PSSR 2 Upscaler Runs Faster Than Its Predecessor
Sony's new PSSR 2 upscaling technology for the PlayStation 5 Pro offers improved image quality and faster processing speeds compared to its predecessor. System architect Mark Cerny confirmed that the new PSSR is approximately 100 microseconds faster, enabling a universal 'Enhance PSSR Image Quality' option for supported games. This advancement is expected to lead to slightly rarer frame drops and bodes well for future console iterations like the PlayStation 6.
Interview: Hololive Vtuber Ninomae Ina’nis Talks About Her Concert and EP
Hololive VTuber Ninomae Ina’nis discusses her upcoming concert, her new EP 're:Vision', and her original song 'TAKO∞TAKOVER'. She also touches on her collaboration designs for Monster Hunter Wilds and her experiences with various Hololive events. Ina’nis expresses gratitude for her opportunities and looks forward to exploring new creative avenues and playing more games in 2026.
Dragon's Dogma 2 celebrates second anniversary with "special celebratory artwork" and a custom controller, as fans ponder: are we getting DLC?
Capcom celebrated the second anniversary of Dragon's Dogma 2 with special artwork and a custom controller, sparking fan speculation about potential DLC. While the game still faces performance issues, fans are analyzing the anniversary artwork for clues, including a potential new character and a hidden message in the text.
Monster Hunter Wilds Drops Final Challenge Quest – Arch-Tempered Arkveld Demands 22-Minute Kill
Monster Hunter Wilds has released its final free challenge quest, "The Proud Child of the Wilds," featuring the 10-star Arch-Tempered Arkveld. Hunters have a strict 22-minute time limit to defeat the monster, with rewards tiered based on completion time. This quest is designed to test the skills of veteran players and serves as a benchmark for future challenges.
WRUP: Plersky edition | Massively Overpowered
The Massively OP community and staff share their weekend gaming plans, with mentions of Palia, Lord of the Rings Online, Guild Wars 2, Project Gorgon, Monster Hunter Wilds, Skate, Final Fantasy XIV, and World of Warcraft. The article also includes a bonus question about favorite re-read books.
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.
For Science: It turns out The Youths really aren’t chasing video game graphics
A NewZoo analysis presented at GDC suggests that younger players are increasingly prioritizing game 'vibes,' social interaction, and in-game autonomy over graphical fidelity. Games like Roblox and Minecraft, which are not graphically intensive, remain highly popular among this demographic, while many AAA titles are less appealing.
Sony's new PSSR update has me wanting a PS5 Pro more than ever, so here's the deal I'm going for
Sony has released a new PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) update for the PS5 Pro, enhancing visual clarity and performance in supported games. The author expresses a desire to upgrade to the PS5 Pro due to these improvements, noting available discounts and bundle deals that make the console more accessible. The update is rolling out in phases, and not all games will immediately support the new technology.
How to complete The Proud Child of the Wilds in Monster Hunter Wilds
This guide details how to complete the challenging 'The Proud Child of the Wilds' quest in Monster Hunter Wilds, which requires players to defeat an Arch Tempered Arkveld within 50 minutes to earn exclusive rewards. It covers starting the quest, recommended strategies focusing on the monster's Dragon weakness, and the different reward tiers based on completion time.