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Pragmata Director Would “Love to See a Sequel”, But it’s Not Just His Decision
Capcom's Pragmata producer Naoto Oyama and director Yonghee Cho have expressed interest in a sequel, though the decision rests with Capcom. The game has achieved significant sales success since its April 17th release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, selling 2 million copies in 16 days. The game features a unique blend of third-person shooting and hacking mechanics.
"Of course" the director of Pragmata would love a sequel, but he's "not the only one who…
Pragmata director Yonghee Cho expressed his desire for a sequel to the recently released game, though he emphasized that the decision is not solely his. Producer Naoto Oyama stated his current focus is on ensuring players experience the existing game, while Capcom PR actively managed the discussion around potential future installments. The article highlights Pragmata as a rare example of a new, single-player IP from a major publisher.
Resident Evil Requiem has a demo now, despite the fact it came out 3 months ago and sold over 7 million copies
Capcom has released a demo for Resident Evil Requiem, three months after its initial launch and following strong sales of over seven million copies. The demo allows players to experience early-game content featuring Grace Ashcroft and a taste of Leon. This move aims to maintain sales momentum for the survival horror title, which has already outperformed the Resident Evil 4 Remake in sales figures.
Game Maker's Sketchbook announces selections for 2026 showcase
The Game Maker's Sketchbook has announced its selections for its fifth annual showcase, highlighting concept art, environment art, character designs, and storyboards from games including Pragmata, Borderlands 4, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and Monument Valley 3. The works are featured in an online gallery and will be exhibited at Summer Game Fest: Play Days in Los Angeles, with prints available for pre-order to support non-profit initiatives.
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.
FanimeCon 2026 | Capcom Cosplay Gathering
FanimeCon 2026 hosted a Capcom Cosplay Gathering where fans celebrated characters from franchises like Mega Man, Street Fighter, and Resident Evil. The event featured photo opportunities for cosplayers dressed as characters from various Capcom titles, including recent releases like Resident Evil Requiem and Monster Hunter Stories 3.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 24, 2026 – Yoshi holds off Pokemon Pokopia, Tales of Arise debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 24, 2026, show Yoshi and the Mysterious Book holding the top spot, followed by Pokemon Pokopia. Tales of Arise debuted with two editions in the top ten, while other notable titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza also charted.
Saros is a worse game than Returnal in every way and that upsets me - Reader’s Feature
A reader expresses disappointment with Saros, arguing it is inferior to Returnal in almost every aspect, including story, characters, and world design. While acknowledging Saros's action is good, the reader finds its narrative too straightforward and its Lovecraftian influences less compelling than Returnal's. The article suggests Saros may have been made too mainstream, leading to its perceived shortcomings compared to the PlayStation 5 exclusive Returnal.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (23rd May)
Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, including titles like Indiana Jones, Tales of Arise, and Mario Kart World. The article also touches on new mobile game announcements, trading card game scalping issues, and performance boosts on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Share of the Week: Hands
This week's Share of the Week highlights players' creative use of Photo Mode, focusing on character hands in various games like Pragmata, The Last of Us Part II, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Next week's theme will be LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, with submissions due by May 27, 2026.
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.
Japanese Charts: Switch 2 Sales Continue To Spike Ahead Of Price Increase
Nintendo Switch hardware sales in Japan have seen a significant spike ahead of an upcoming price increase. The Nintendo Switch 2 model sold 217,922 units in one week, surpassing the previous week's total. The original Nintendo Switch models also continue to perform well, outselling the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles in the region.
Famitsu sales (5/11/26 – 5/17/26) – big Nintendo Switch 2 sales ahead of price increase
Famitsu reports the latest Japanese hardware sales figures, with the Nintendo Switch 2 leading sales at 217,922 units. Software charts show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream at the top, followed by several Nintendo Switch 2 titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World. The data also includes sales for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Tops US Sales Charts for April 2026
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped US game sales charts in April 2026, according to Circana analyst Mat Piscatella. Hardware sales also saw a significant year-on-year increase, largely driven by the new Nintendo Switch 2, which outsold the original Switch and surpassed the PlayStation 5 in both unit and revenue generation for the month and year-to-date. Other top-selling games included Pragmata, Crimson Desert, and MLB: The Show 26.
Apr 2026 USA Sales: Unremarkable Start for Saros on PS5, as Circana Adds Digital Projections
Circana's April 2026 US sales report, which now includes projected digital sales for publishers like Nintendo, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream as the best-selling game. Saros had a soft debut on PlayStation 5, ranking ninth, while Starfield saw a significant jump following its PS5 release. The Nintendo Switch outsold the PlayStation 5 in units and revenue, though the PS5 remains ahead of the PS4's launch-aligned performance.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream tops April US sales | US Monthly Charts
Total video game spending in the US reached $4.3 billion in April, a 3% increase year-on-year, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topping the sales charts. Hardware revenue saw a significant 34% boost, primarily driven by strong Nintendo Switch 2 sales, which offset declines in other console hardware.
US: Tomodachi Life No.1 and Nintendo Switch 2 No.1 hardware for April 2026
The Nintendo Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware in the U.S. for April 2026, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topped the software sales charts. The article lists the top ten best-selling games for the month, including new entries like Pragmata and Crimson Desert.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for April 2026 – Tomodachi Life beats out everything
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topped the U.S. best-selling games chart for April 2026, followed by new release Pragmata. Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 also saw a significant jump in sales, likely due to the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The list includes titles from Nintendo, Capcom, Pearl Abyss, and Microsoft.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Beat Every Other Game In The US Last Month
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was the best-selling game in the US for April 2026, generating over $41 million in sales and becoming the ninth best-selling game of the year. Overall consumer spending in the US reached $4.3 billion for the month, a 3% increase year-over-year, with Nintendo's Switch 2 console leading hardware sales.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Beat Every Other Game In The US Last Month
US video game spending reached $4.3 billion in April 2026, a 3% increase year-over-year, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topping sales charts. Nintendo's Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware platform, driving a 44% increase in new physical software sales.
