Resident Evil Requiem
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Resident Evil Requiem beats Village launch by 60%, becomes the best-selling US game of 2026 in just 24 hours
Resident Evil Requiem has become the best-selling game of 2026 in the US after just one day of sales, topping charts on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. The Nintendo Switch port also charted well, and a Resident Evil Generation Pack including Village and Requiem reached number four on the best-selling Nintendo games list.
US: PlayStation 5 was best-selling console for February for second month and Resident Evil Requiem best-selling game
The PlayStation 5 was the best-selling console in the United States for February, marking its second consecutive month in the top spot. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling game during the same period. The Nintendo Switch was the second best-selling console, though Nintendo does not provide digital sales data.
Feb 2026 USA Sales: PS5 Outsells Nintendo's New Switch 2 for a Second Consecutive Month
In February 2026, the PlayStation 5 outsold the Nintendo Switch for the second consecutive month in the USA, despite a year-over-year decline in PlayStation sales. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling game of the year so far, with its launch week sales significantly exceeding Resident Evil Village. Overall industry spending saw a slight increase year-over-year, partly due to the Switch's performance.
Resident Evil Requiem Reigns Supreme in February 2026, Circana Says
Circana's February 2026 US sales data shows Resident Evil Requiem as the top-selling game for both the month and year-to-date. NBA 2K26 and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 followed in second and third place respectively. The PlayStation 5 was the best-selling console, with the Nintendo Switch 2 in second, as the overall hardware market saw a 22% increase.
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.
Best-selling games of February 2026 in the U.S. on Nintendo platforms
February 2026 U.S. sales data for Nintendo platforms shows Mario Tennis Fever as the top-selling game on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined secured the second position, followed by Resident Evil Generation Pack and Resident Evil Requiem.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for February 2026 – Resident Evil Requiem, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, Mario Tennis Fever make the cut
Circana has released the top ten best-selling video games in the U.S. for February 2026. Resident Evil Requiem secured the number one spot, followed by other new releases like Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined and Mario Tennis Fever.
The Resident Evil Requiem Story DLC Will Allegedly Feature Ada Wong
Prominent leaker Dusk Golem claims that Ada Wong will be featured in the upcoming story DLC for Resident Evil Requiem, citing an accidental leak. While details are scarce, the DLC is expected to expand on the game's world and may involve Leon S. Kennedy. Resident Evil Requiem has already achieved over five million sales since its release.
All the hype has already made Crimson Desert one of the biggest launches on Steam this year
Crimson Desert, an open-world action RPG from Pearl Abyss, has launched to significant player numbers on Steam, peaking at over 239,000 concurrent players shortly after release. Despite its strong sales performance, the game has received a 'Mixed' user rating on Steam due to criticisms of clunky controls and a convoluted system design, though it has been a top global seller for weeks.
Top 20 Best-Selling Games Of 2026 So Far In The US
Circana's latest US sales report for February 2026 shows Resident Evil Requiem as the top-selling game, with NBA 2K26, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Madden NFL 26, and Minecraft rounding out the top five. Overall software spending remained flat year-over-year, while hardware spending increased significantly, driven by strong sales of the Switch 2.
Famitsu software sales (3/9/26 – 3/15/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of March 9th to March 15th. Pokemon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2 leads the charts with over 117,000 units sold. Monster Hunter Stories 3 also saw strong debut sales on both Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.
"It's Re-Rendering the Game!" – It Turns Out Game Artists Don't Love DLSS 5, Despite Nvidia's Claims - IGN
Nvidia's new DLSS 5 technology, which incorporates neural rendering, has drawn criticism from game developers and artists who claim they were not adequately consulted. While Nvidia states developers have control over the enhancements, concerns remain about the aesthetic impact on games like Resident Evil 5 and Assassins Creed Shadows, with some artists feeling the technology alters game visuals significantly.
Japanese Charts: Ditto Copies Another Win For Pokémon Pokopia
Pokémon Pokopia continues to lead the Japanese physical sales charts for the week of March 9th-15th, selling an additional 117,029 units. New entries include Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, which debuted in the top ten across Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The Nintendo Switch 2 remains the dominant hardware platform in Japan, with PlayStation 5 models also showing strong sales.
My real-world testing shows 8 GB GPUs are still enough for gaming in 2026, but I'm surprised at just how much…
Testing across five demanding games in 2026 indicates that 8 GB graphics cards can still provide playable performance, though often requiring settings adjustments. While 16 GB cards generally offer higher frame rates and smoother 1% lows, the 8 GB variants remain a viable budget option, with Nvidia cards sometimes outperforming AMD counterparts due to VRAM handling differences.
Will you be turning Nvidia DLSS 5 off?
Nvidia's upcoming DLSS 5 technology, set to launch in Fall 2026, is already facing criticism for its reliance on generative AI, with some players labeling it "AI slop." Concerns are raised about potential impacts on developer creative control and whether players will opt to disable features like AI upscaling and frame generation, especially if they are enabled by default. The article also touches upon AMD's competing technologies and the hardware requirements for DLSS 5.
Why Pragmata Might Be Capcom's Next Big Hit I The Koalition
After a hands-on preview at Summer Game Fest 2025, Richard Bailey Jr. of The Koalition is convinced that Capcom's new intellectual property, Pragmata, has the potential to be a major success. The article also briefly mentions Capcom's continued delivery of acclaimed experiences with titles like Resident Evil Requiem.
Why Pragmata Might Be Capcom's Next Big Hit I The Koalition
The upcoming Capcom title Pragmata shows promise with its tight controls and nimble protagonist, Hugh. Despite a somewhat unoriginal plot premise and familiar "shoot the red spot" gameplay, the game's unique gimmicks and personality are expected to make it a standout title. The controls are described as feeling snappier than those in Resident Evil Requiem.
'We found out at the same time as the public' — Capcom and Ubisoft devs were out of the loop on Nvidia DLSS 5 involvement, adding to the AI controversy
Capcom and Ubisoft developers were reportedly unaware of Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology being integrated into their games, discovering it simultaneously with the public. This revelation adds to the ongoing controversy surrounding Nvidia's use of generative AI, with some developers and former industry figures expressing concerns about its impact on game art and character models.
Resident Evil Requiem Director Confirms Leon S. Kennedy is Married - GameHaunt
Capcom has confirmed that Leon Scott Kennedy is married in Resident Evil Requiem, with director Koshi Nakanishi verifying the detail after fans spotted a wedding band on the character in concept art. The ring, visible in bonus gallery images unlocked after completing the game on Hard mode, signifies a new chapter for the veteran agent. While the identity of Leon's spouse remains undisclosed, Capcom has hinted that future content may reveal more.
Brand discoverability in the AI age: AIs are no longer a curiosity, but a key way players learn about games
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a primary channel for players to discover new video games, with 55% of gamers using AI for game-related information. A case study of The Game Awards 2025 revealed that AI platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity not only surface information but also filter, prioritize, and frame game announcements and hype. Publishers and platform holders must now consider AI optimization as a crucial part of their marketing strategy to ensure accurate messaging and visibility.
