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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is getting a physical version, but it will require an internet connection to download
The physical edition of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will require an internet connection to download over 100GB of game data, unlike previous entries in the series. This applies to all platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and the Nintendo Switch 2, with the latter's version being particularly large at 130GB. The game is set to release on April 8, 2027.
Famitsu software sales (8/24/26 – 8/30/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of August 24-30, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove topped the charts on Nintendo Switch, while Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 debuted high on Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 respectively.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past Hits 900,000 Wishlists After Gamescom
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past has surpassed 900,000 wishlists following its reveal at Gamescom. CD Projekt RED expressed gratitude for the player reception, highlighting the new region, quests, and Geralt's silver chain weapon. The DLC is slated for release next year on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Final Fantasy Resonance preview - HD-2D reveals its final form
Final Fantasy Resonance, Square Enix's first HD-2D title, is set to release on October 22 for multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game, loosely based on Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, features a classic turn-based combat system and impressive visuals that blend 2D sprites with 3D environments. Early impressions suggest a polished and modern gameplay experience despite its retro inspirations.
Square Enix Confirms Tokyo Game Show 2026 Lineup Includes Final Fantasy 7 Revelation
Square Enix has revealed its lineup for Tokyo Game Show 2026, featuring playable demos for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and other titles. The event will also showcase Dragon Quest VII Reimagined and Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2. Other companies like Bandai Namco and Capcom have also announced their TGS 2026 plans, with the event set to be the largest iteration yet.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Crosses 8 Million Players Worldwide Following Nintendo Switch 2 Release
Koei Tecmo announced that Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty has surpassed 8 million players worldwide, a milestone achieved shortly after its release on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game, which launched in March 2023, is also available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, and is included with Game Pass. A sequel, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, is planned for early 2027.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct and Nintendo Direct Announced for September 8th and 9th
Nintendo has announced two upcoming Direct presentations: a 30-minute Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8th and a 45-minute general Nintendo Direct on September 9th. The Zelda presentation is expected to reveal details about a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2, while the general Direct may feature titles like Metroid Ravenous, a new 3D Mario game, Pokémon Winds and Waves, and Xenoblade Genesis.
Cafe and tea-making sim Kemono Teatime coming to Nintendo Switch [update: Switch 2]
Studio Lalala has announced that its cafe and tea-making simulation game, Kemono Teatime, will be released on Nintendo Switch on September 4, 2025. An update also revealed a future release for the Nintendo Switch 2, though no specific timing was provided. The game features managing a cafe, creating custom teas, and interacting with customers with animal ears.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation requires at least 130GB of storage on Switch 2
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will require at least 130GB of storage space on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is set to release on April 8th, and the final storage size may be even larger.
Anticipated PlayStation 5 RPG Gets Free Demo, Out Today on PS Store
A free demo for the upcoming PlayStation 5 RPG Final Fantasy Resonance is now available on the PlayStation Store. Co-developed by Square Enix and Lancarse, this HD-2D title is based on the first story arc of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius and features a turn-based battle system. The demo allows players to experience the opening chapter, with progress transferable to the full game releasing October 22, 2026.
Maneater 2 Is Bringing The Shark Back For Another Bloody Rampage
Maneater 2 is set to release in 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Developed by Tripwire Interactive with Demiurge Studios, the sequel will feature a larger open-world environment within Neptune's Kingdom, a luxury theme park. Players will once again control a bull shark, focusing on eating, exploring, evolving, and escaping, with returning narrator Chris Parnell as Trip Westhaven.
Digimon Story Time Stranger Gets a New Adventure with A Hero's Eternal Legacy | Invision Game Community
Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe announced Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth - A Hero's Eternal Legacy, an expansion for Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth. Set three years after the original game, it introduces a new hero and unexplored regions of Iliad, featuring over 50 new Digimon. The expansion is scheduled for release in 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Uncanyon Looks Like A Dream, But You’ll Need To Think Your Way Through It
Annapurna Interactive and Graceful Decay have revealed Uncanyon, a puzzle adventure game set to launch in 2027 for Xbox, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Players will manipulate multiple realities to solve puzzles and uncover the mysteries of a forgotten world.
With wall-running and surprisingly weighty combat, Guild Wars 3 is aiming high: "If we hadn't been making MMOs for 26 years I don't think we could have built this"
Guild Wars 3 is aiming for a more visceral, action-RPG-like combat experience with a new momentum system that allows for wall-running and impactful attacks. Developer ArenaNet is focusing on making the MMO accessible for both new and returning players, with a launch planned for PlayStation 5 and PC.
Side-scrolling adventure game Fall Up on the way to Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
The side-scrolling adventure game Fall Up is set to release on December 3, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Developed by Astrolabe Games and Unicellular Games, the game features a robot protagonist named Labi who can launch itself like a cannonball and use a Warp Ball for teleportation. Players will collect Batteries to unlock new areas and face unique puzzle-solving mechanics involving manipulating enemies.
Cygames announces Where the Seeds Fall for Nintendo Switch 2
Cygames has announced Where the Seeds Fall, a new action-adventure game from its CygamesEdge brand, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is set for a November 5, 2026 release and features a narrative-driven experience about a soldier escorting a Fell Child to the surface world.
The Eminence in Shadow: Phantom Echoes announced for Nintendo Switch 2
The Eminence in Shadow: Phantom Echoes, a new action roguelite based on the popular light novel and anime series, has been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is slated for a 2027 release and marks the franchise's first console title. The series has achieved over 8 million copies sold worldwide.
Final Fantasy Resonance gets Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch demo today, new trailer
Square Enix announced that a demo for Final Fantasy Resonance will be available today on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The demo allows players to experience the entire first chapter, with save data transferable to the full game launching next month. The article also highlights the game's HD-2D visual style, classic RPG elements, and combat mechanics.
Final Fantasy Resonance is somehow even better than all those beautiful trailers make it look
Final Fantasy Resonance, a reimagining of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius's first arc as a single-player RPG, offers a spectacular and lush experience despite adverse demo conditions. The game features deep, rewarding turn-based combat with a unique 'stagger' system, gorgeous HD-2D visuals, and exciting cameos from iconic Final Fantasy characters.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation launches "both physically and digitally" on the same day: "The promise has…
Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will launch simultaneously on April 8, 2027, for both physical and digital purchase. This release date precedes Sony's planned 2028 cutoff for physical PlayStation discs. However, the Nintendo Switch 2 version will utilize a game-key card instead of a physical disc.
