Pragmata
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Capcom had "no idea" how Pragmata would be received, Hugh actor says, but now the star of the 'Space dad' banger is getting touching messages from people considering their own relationship with family
David Menkin, the voice actor for Hugh Williams in Capcom's Pragmata, shared that the development team was unsure how the game would be received but is now getting positive messages from players. The game, which launched in April and has sold two million copies, has resonated with players on a personal level, prompting discussions about family relationships. Capcom is considering developing Pragmata into a series.
007 First Light Is Making The Case For Shorter, Sharper AAA Campaigns
This article argues that shorter, focused AAA campaigns can offer superior value compared to bloated open-world or live-service titles. It highlights games like 007 First Light, Marvel's Spider-Man, and Titanfall 2 as examples of delivering quality experiences within reasonable playtimes. The piece suggests that despite rising development costs, publishers can still find success with well-crafted, linear narratives.
ShackStream: The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 721
The Stevetendo Show is beginning a new playthrough of The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales on Twitch. The streamer compares the game's aesthetic to classic Super Nintendo titles like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Secret of Mana. Future streams will also feature Star Fox and other Nintendo Switch titles.
ShackStream: Pragmata on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 720
The Stevetendo Show is continuing its playthrough of Pragmata, focusing on the relationship between characters Hugh and Diana and the Pragmata project. The stream aims to finish the game and unlock equipment upgrades, potentially concluding the playthrough this episode. Future streams will feature The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, described as an old-school Legend of Zelda-like game.
Pragmata took a lot of playtesting, refinement and feedback and it paid off
The game Pragmata, initially announced long ago, has undergone extensive playtesting, refinement, and feedback, which has paid off in its final top-notch product. Despite concerns about its development status, the game has been successfully brought to fruition.
"There are only so many buttons on a controller": How Pragmata overcame huge design challenges to deliver a…
Capcom producer Naoto Oyama discusses the design challenges and themes of the new IP Pragmata, a third-person shooter set on the moon. He highlights the game's 'hack n shoot' mechanics, uncanny environmental design inspired by AI, and the focus on intuitive controls. Oyama also addresses comparisons to Xbox 360-era action games and the potential for Pragmata to become a new series.
Capcom's doing a Spotlight showcase this week, offering a better look at Dragon's Dogma 2's new Dark Arisen DLC, Onimusha, and more
Capcom will host a Spotlight showcase on Thursday, June 25th, featuring updates on Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. The showcase will also briefly touch upon the success of recent titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata.
Capcom Spotlight presentation announced for June 25
Capcom announced a new Capcom Spotlight presentation scheduled for June 25, airing at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET. The broadcast will feature updates on Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, and Onimusha: Way of the Sword, all of which are planned for the Nintendo Switch 2. This follows a previous presentation in March that showcased other Capcom titles.
Steam Machine review: A singular living room PC that's more expensive than I'd like, but too special not to love
The new Steam Machine offers a unique and compact living room PC experience, though its high price point is a significant drawback. Despite performance limitations compared to more expensive custom builds, it excels in quiet operation, small form factor, and seamless integration with SteamOS and the Steam Controller, making it a compelling, albeit costly, option for a dedicated home entertainment PC.
UK Charts: The Adventures Of Elliot Makes An Impressive Debut, But Can't Trouble The Podium
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales debuted at sixth place in the UK physical game charts, with the majority of sales on Nintendo Switch. EA Sports UFC 6 and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream also saw strong debuts, while EA SPORTS FC 26 and 007 First Light held the top three positions.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 20, 2026 – The Adventures of Elliot debuts, Tomodachi Life back in the top 5
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 20, 2026, shows The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales debuting at #6. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream climbed to #3, while EA Sports FC 26 remained at #2. The chart includes sales data for numerous titles across various publishers.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for May 2026
Nintendo has released the best-selling digital games for May 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch eShops. Pokemon Pokopia topped the charts for Switch 2, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream led sales on the original Switch. The data includes a variety of titles, with several Final Fantasy games appearing on the Switch 2 list.
To make Pragmata's Diana feel naturally childlike, a small group of women dubbed the "Diana Police" was set up to keep things in check
Capcom discussed the development of the character Diana in the upcoming game Pragmata during a recent livestream. A special group, dubbed the 'Diana Police,' comprised mostly of women, was formed to ensure Diana's portrayal felt naturally childlike and not contrived, influencing voice acting and motion capture.
Feature: The 10 Best PS5 Games of 2026 So Far
Push Square has compiled a list of the top 10 PlayStation 5 games released in the first half of 2026, based on reader votes. Resident Evil Requiem secured the top spot, followed by 007 First Light and Capcom's new IP, Pragmata. The list highlights the strong performance of Capcom and IO Interactive titles on the platform.
This Onimusha: Way of the Sword Retail Listing Is Making People Think It's Launching Early
A Canadian retailer, PNP Games, listed Onimusha: Way of the Sword with a September 4th, 2026 release date, three weeks earlier than its currently scheduled September 25th date. The listings have since been removed, fueling speculation that the game might launch sooner than expected, similar to the earlier release of Pragmata.
Pragmata's Latest Update Includes An Adorable New Suit, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Capcom has released a new update for Pragmata, adding the 'Scribble Suit' for the character Hugh and reducing the difficulty of the final mission, 'Stand or Die'. Minor text corrections were also implemented. The article also references a previous 9/10 review of the game, praising its Nintendo Switch version.
Morning Patches
Several games have received recent updates, including Crimson Desert with patch notes version 1.12.00, Farmer's Dynasty 2 with its Riverside Sawmill update, and PRAGMATA adding Hugh's Scribble Suit. Sea of Thieves has also launched its Season 20.
Pragmata had a team of "Diana Police" overseeing Capcom's development of the now-iconic android girl to ensure she wasn't "too cute," and I don't think they succeeded
Capcom implemented a special team nicknamed the "Diana Police," comprised of women, to oversee the development of the android character Diana in the game Pragmata. This team aimed to ensure Diana had a natural, childlike innocence without being "annoying" or "too cute," though the article suggests they may have ultimately succeeded in making her very endearing. The development process involved specific direction for voice acting and motion capture to achieve a realistic portrayal.
Pragmata Father’s Day Update Include Costume, Theme Song Music Video
Capcom has released a free Scribble Suit costume for the character Hugh in Pragmata, available on all platforms via the latest patch. Additionally, a music video for the game's theme song, "Memories are You," featuring YU-KA's vocals, has been released on Capcom's YouTube channel. The update also includes rebalancing for the "Training Simulation $30: Stand or Die" mission.
Pragmata Surprise Drops Free PS5 DLC in New Update
Capcom has released free DLC for Pragmata on PlayStation 5, adding the 'Scribble Suit' for the character Hugh. Update 1.220 also includes minor text corrections and difficulty adjustments for a training simulation. The game has been a commercial and critical success, with reviewer Tyler Treese awarding it 9/10.
