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Famitsu software sales (7/13/26 – 7/19/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of July 13-19, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with 76,786 units sold. The data includes sales figures for various games across Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 platforms.
Morning Multiplex
The official announcement trailer for the game Loopquarium has been released. The article also features content creator videos, including one related to Star Fox.
Miyamoto says Nintendo made new Yoshi and Star Fox games because of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that Nintendo's recent game development decisions for Star Fox and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book were directly inspired by the inclusion of their characters in The Super Mario Bros. Movie. This cross-inspiration also applied to Princess Peach: Showtime!, which influenced Peach's portrayal in the film. Nintendo is also planning a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
After Star Fox's Launch and Zelda: Ocarina of Time's Announcement, Miyamoto Defends Nintendo's Recent Spate of Remakes and Says They Lead to 'Future Developments'
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto has defended the company's recent remakes of classic titles, stating that these newer versions can lead to future developments. This defense comes after the launch of Star Fox and the announcement of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time's remake.
EA Sports UFC 6 and Meccha Chameleon Dominated US Software Sales Charts for June
US video game software sales in June saw EA Sports UFC 6 top the charts, followed by Meccha Chameleon. Despite strong individual game sales and upcoming releases like Grand Theft Auto 6, overall spending dropped 12 percent year-on-year, with hardware sales also experiencing a significant decline.
Miyamoto: Yoshi and Mysterious Book and Star Fox developed because of Mario Galaxy Movie
Nintendo developer Shigeru Miyamoto stated in an interview that the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie influenced the decision to create new games based on characters featured in the films. This includes the development of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book and Star Fox.
Despite Xbox console sales doubling YoY, hardware sales across the US are down 62% | US Monthly Charts
Total video game sales in the US experienced a 20% year-on-year decline, dropping from $5.7 billion to $4.5 billion. Hardware sales saw the most significant decrease at 62%, largely due to the Nintendo Switch 2's launch the previous year. Despite this, UFC 6 debuted as the best-selling game, followed by Meccha Chameleon and 007 First Light.
Meccha Chameleon outsells Star Fox in June chart as Xbox console sales rise
Meccha Chameleon and EA Sports UFC 6 were the best-selling games in June, with Meccha Chameleon notably outselling Star Fox. Xbox Series X/S console sales saw a significant 86% increase year-on-year, marking the highest selling month for the consoles in 2026. Despite a strong debut, Meccha Chameleon's player count has seen a notable drop on Steam since launch.
Miyamoto defends the idea that there are too many remakes, explains why Nintendo releases them
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto defended the practice of releasing game remakes, stating they provide access to older titles for new generations and can lead to future developments. He mentioned Star Fox 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time as recent examples. Miyamoto also noted that the release of Star Fox and Yoshi games this year was influenced by The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Miyamoto on how Nintendo chooses which games to release, confirms Star Fox and Yoshi games happened because of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that the development of new Star Fox and Yoshi games was influenced by their inclusion in The Super Mario Bros. Movie. He stated that Nintendo aims to maintain a strong connection between game development and other media projects, with decisions often made through discussion and collaboration.
Of all the platforms, Xbox is the only one to have just grown year-on-year - but there's a big catch
US video game spending in June dropped 21% year-on-year, with hardware sales declining significantly by 62%. While the Nintendo Switch 2 launch in June 2025 skewed comparisons, Xbox Series X/S was the only platform to see hardware spending growth, albeit from a low base. Subscriptions were the sole segment to experience growth.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for June 2026 – Star Fox makes the top 5
Circana has released the top ten best-selling video games in the U.S. for June 2026. UFC 6 topped the list, followed by Meccha Chameleon and 007 First Light. Nintendo titles Star Fox and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream also performed well, ranking fourth and sixth respectively.
Splatoon Raiders 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes
Nintendo has released the first update for Splatoon Raiders, version 1.1.0, which is available now for those who pre-loaded the game. The patch primarily adjusts in-game music and fixes unspecified bugs, making it a smaller update compared to previous Nintendo titles like Star Fox. Splatoon Raiders is set to launch officially tomorrow, July 23.
FZ Play streamar Star Fox – Högflygning med Fox McCloud
André Stray will be streaming Star Fox on FZ Play starting at 19:00. The stream will focus on the classic Nintendo title featuring Fox McCloud.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pokemon Pokopia lead for Nintendo
The UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top five. Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced leads the chart, followed by EA Sports FC 26 and 007 First Light. New releases are quiet, with Splatoon Raiders anticipated soon.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 19, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders shoots to the top before launch
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 19, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders topping the list due to pre-loads ahead of its imminent launch. New releases Denshattack and Go-Go Town also made strong debuts on the charts.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling Switch 2 and Switch eShop games for first half of 2026
Nintendo has released its list of best-selling games in Japan for the first half of 2026 on both the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch platforms. Pokemon Pokopia topped the charts for the Switch 2, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream led sales on the original Switch. The lists feature a mix of new releases and enduring popular titles.
Famitsu software sales (7/6/26 – 7/12/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of July 6-12, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with over 126,000 units sold. The data includes sales figures for various titles across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Video: Behind-the-scenes look at orchestra recording for Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo has released a behind-the-scenes video showcasing the orchestral recording sessions for Star Fox on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features rerecorded music from previous Star Fox titles, with sessions taking place at Abbey Road Studios. The article also details the game's features, including overhauled designs, cinematic cutscenes, and new multiplayer modes.
Games Inbox: What will be the next Nintendo remake after Zelda: Ocarina Of Time?
Readers discuss potential future Nintendo remakes following the success of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced and the anticipated Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. There is also speculation about FromSoftware's next project and a desire for id Software to perfect its modern Doom titles. The discussion also touches on the shift to digital distribution and the future of physical media.
