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UK Charts: Indiana Jones Commences His Great Circular Crusade On Switch 2
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle debuted at number 2 on the UK physical sales charts for the Nintendo Switch 2, with 99% of sales on that platform. Despite a strong launch, it was outsold by Nintendo's Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. The strong performance of Indiana Jones on the Switch 2 suggests high demand for major ports on the upcoming console.
Saros Protagonist’s Actor Says He Found His Voice by Getting Mad While Stuck in Traffic
Actor Rahul Kohli revealed that a frustrating traffic jam in Los Angeles helped him discover the intense voice for Saros protagonist Arjun Devraj. Director Paul J. Vogel commented on the unpredictable nature of creative storytelling, while Kohli also shared his initial discomfort with performance capture suits and advice received from Troy Baker.
Famitsu review scores – May 17, 2026
Famitsu has released its latest review scores for the week of May 17, 2026, featuring titles such as Saros, Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club, Psyvariar 3, Akuma's Paradise, and Sudden Strike 5. Each game received scores from four editors, contributing to a final score out of 40.
Famitsu review scores – May 16, 2026
Famitsu has released its latest review scores for the week of May 16, 2026. Games such as Saros, Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club, Psyvariar 3, Akuma's Paradise, and Sudden Strike 5 received scores from four editors, contributing to a final total out of 40 points.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 633
Several Push Square staff members share their weekend gaming plans, including Cotton Fantasy, Coffee Talk Tokyo, Saros, and Vampire Crawlers. Sammy Barker also mentions his usual rotation of gacha games. The article invites readers to share what they will be playing.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 schedule includes Resident Evil Requiem, Saros & Slay the Spire 2
The schedule for Summer Games Done Quick 2026 has been released, featuring speedruns of games such as Resident Evil Requiem, Saros, and Slay the Spire 2. Additionally, a special race will be held for the Super Mario Maker 2 troll community.
Sony is testing a tiny PS5 version of Steam charts, and I can't wait to see the GTA 6 numbers
Sony is beta testing a new PlayStation 5 Welcome Hub widget that displays top and trending games by region, similar to Steam's player analytics. This feature aims to improve game discovery on the console, which has historically been a weaker area compared to PC storefronts. The widget could also benefit indie developers by providing more visibility for their titles.
Forza Horizon 6 Is the Highest Rated Game of the Year, But Will Anything Beat It?
Forza Horizon 6 currently holds the highest Metacritic score of the year at 92, with its PlayStation 5 version anticipated for a 2026 release. The article discusses whether any upcoming titles, such as Grand Theft Auto 6, Phantom Blade Zero, or Marvel's Wolverine, can surpass its critical reception.
Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 541: Legendary Run
The Official PlayStation Podcast episode 541 covers games like Saros and Mixtape, and features an interview with Sucker Punch Lead Designer Darren Bridges about Ghost of Yōtei Legends endgame raids. Upcoming PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions for May include Star Wars Outlaws, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Time Crisis.
"Sometimes all it really takes is one very bad commute" - the Saros team reveal the surprising origins of Arjun's angry delivery
Actor Rahul Kohli revealed that the distinctive angry voice for Saros protagonist Arjun Devraj was born out of a frustrating commute to a recording session. This anecdote is part of Housemarque's behind-the-scenes documentary series about the game's development. Despite critical acclaim, Saros' launch sales reportedly did not match that of Returnal.
EDGE #424 review scores – Tomodachi Life, Pragmata, Mixtape, more
The July 2026 issue of EDGE magazine, issue #424, features review scores for several games including Mixtape, Pragmata, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Other titles reviewed include Aphelion, Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss, and Vampire Crawlers.
Saros PS5 Making Of Video Reveals the Relatable Reason Behind Arjun's Rage
Sony and Housemarque have released the first episode of a behind-the-scenes documentary detailing the making of their PlayStation 5 exclusive game, Saros. The video focuses on lead actor Rahul Kohli and his process of bringing the character Arjun Devraj to life, revealing that a frustrating commute inspired the character's intense voice performance.
Famitsu software sales (4/27/26 – 5/10/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released Japanese video game sales data for the weeks of April 27 - May 3 and May 4 - May 10. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia were the top-selling titles on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 respectively. The data includes sales figures for a variety of games across multiple platforms.
2005 is back baby as a car racing game becomes this year’s most acclaimed title
Forza Horizon 6 has emerged as a contender for the most acclaimed game of the year, achieving a Metacritic average of 92, surpassing other notable titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Pokémon Pokopia. This success marks a resurgence for the racing game genre, which has not seen such critical acclaim in recent years. The article highlights the evolution of the Forza franchise and the importance of narrative in making racing games memorable.
Creating Saros: how performance tech and a bad commute brought Arjun Devraj to life
The development of Saros, a new game from Housemarque, is highlighted through the performance capture process for its protagonist, Arjun Devraj, voiced by Rahul Kohli. Actor Rahul Kohli and director Paul J. Vogel discuss the technical and human aspects of bringing the character to life, with Kohli sharing an anecdote about how a traffic jam helped him discover Arjun's authentic voice. The game is available on PlayStation 5.
Saros Squashes Trophy Bugs and Other Nasty Issues in Latest PS5 Patch, Available Now
Housemarque has released a new patch for Saros on PlayStation 5, addressing various bugs and issues. The update fixes trophy unlock problems, enemies healing outside of combat areas, clipping through elevators, and the Ancient Depths not appearing. HDR output has also been adjusted to reach maximum luminance levels.
Saros is selling worse than Returnal, analyst estimates, as it competes with hits like Crimson Desert and Resident Evil…
Analyst Rhys Elliott estimates that Housemarque's new roguelike, Saros, has sold over 300,000 copies in its first two weeks, generating over $22 million. This performance is considered weaker than its predecessor, Returnal, due to a crowded market of recent blockbuster releases. Elliott suggests Saros may struggle to break even against its reported budget exceeding $76 million.
PS5 Exclusive Saros Gets Off to 'Lukewarm' Start With Around 300,000 Copies Sold, According to Analyst Data
The PlayStation 5 exclusive game Saros has achieved approximately 300,000 unit sales and generated over $22 million in revenue within its first two weeks of release, according to analyst data. This indicates a lukewarm commercial performance for the title.
Saros is off to a slower start than Returnal, with some analysts concerned Housemarque "will struggle to break even"
Despite generally favorable reviews and a smoother difficulty curve than Returnal, Housemarque's new game Saros is experiencing a slower launch. Analysts note that while Saros has sold 300,000 copies and generated over $22 million, its sales pace trails behind Returnal, even with a significantly larger PlayStation 5 install base. Concerns have been raised about the game's ability to break even given its reported $76 million development budget.
Saros PS5 Sales Estimates at 300k, Selling Slower Than Returnal on a Bigger Install Base
Sales estimates from Alinea Analytics suggest that Saros has sold approximately 300,000 copies on PlayStation 5 since its launch two weeks ago. Analyst Rhys Elliot notes that this sales figure may be slower than Returnal's performance, despite the PlayStation 5's significantly larger install base compared to when Returnal was released.
