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Onimusha: Way of the Sword’s Combat Feedback Was Inspired by Super Mario Odyssey, Says Director
Onimusha: Way of the Sword director Satoru Nihei revealed that Super Mario Odyssey's accessible yet dynamic action gameplay inspired the combat feedback in the new Onimusha title. Producer Akihito Kadowaki cited the Gundam series, particularly Gundam Versus, for its character design influence. The game achieved over one million sales on launch day, pushing the franchise past 10 million total sales.
Street Fighter 6 Adds Arjun on October 13th, First Gameplay Revealed
Capcom announced that Arjun, the next character for Street Fighter 6's Year 1 pass, will be released on October 13th, showcasing his gameplay against Dhalsim. The article details Arjun's unique moveset and Super Arts, as well as his two launch outfits. Future character additions include Tifa Lockhart and Bosch, with Tifa expected in Early 2027 and Bosch in Spring 2027. Street Fighter 6 has also surpassed 7 million copies sold.
Valheim Creators Reflect On A Memorable Journey Ahead Of Its 1.0 Release
Valheim is set to leave early access with its 1.0 release, launching on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. To commemorate the occasion, developer Iron Gate released a reflective video detailing the game's journey from a viral hit to its current status, highlighting player experiences and the game's co-op survival loop. The article notes a new price tag for the full release.
FromSoftware Doesn’t Have an “Intentional” Mantra, Says Hidetaka Miyazaki
FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki stated that the studio does not have an intentional mantra for game development, preferring to pursue what they find interesting to avoid becoming stale. He mentioned that the upcoming game, The Duskbloods, is slated for release on Nintendo Switch this year, with more details potentially emerging at the September 9th Nintendo Direct.
Games Inbox: What will be in the Zelda Direct today?
Readers discuss their expectations for upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations, particularly a Zelda-themed one, speculating on potential announcements like remakes of Ocarina of Time and Super Metroid, alongside new IPs and DLC. There's also commentary on the success of lower-budget games, the potential impact of Grand Theft Auto 6's release, and a positive review of a Star Fox 64 remake.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Guide – 15 Best Tips and Tricks
This guide provides 15 essential tips and tricks for Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, featured in the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2. It covers mechanics like the Threat Ring, managing stress, non-lethal takedowns, and Mother Base development for both titles.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword hits 1M sales on launch day
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword sold over 1 million copies on its launch day across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. This success marks a strong revival for the dormant franchise, contributing to Capcom's focus on leveraging its back catalogue.
We played the new Terranigma remaster for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, here are our thoughts
A preview of the upcoming Terranigma remaster for Nintendo Switch reveals a faithful adaptation with quality-of-life improvements, including a quick menu for items and magic. Clear River Games emphasizes its commitment to preserving the classic action RPG, which never received a North American release. The demo showcased impressive pixel art and challenging boss encounters, hinting at a 2027 release.
Capcom’s New PlayStation 5 Action Game Achieves Impressive Sales Milestone
Capcom's new PlayStation 5 action game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, has achieved over one million copies sold worldwide on its first day. This marks a significant success for the revival of the long-running franchise, which launched on September 4, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Popular New PS Plus Action Game Getting a Major Update Soon
Rogue Factor is releasing a major update for their action game Hell Is Us on October 8, 2026, adding ten new Hollow Walkers with distinct abilities. The update will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Hell Is Us was originally launched in 2025 and was added to the PlayStation Plus Extra catalog in August 2026.
Animated Adventure Earth Must Die Is Coming to Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5
The cartoonish sci-fi point-and-click adventure game Earth Must Die, developed by Size Five Games and published by No More Robots, is launching on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 on September 9th, 2026. Originally released on PC, the game features a comedic narrative where players control a dictator attempting to destroy Earth.
BioEden launch trailer – cozy management game is here on Nintendo Switch 2
Focus Entertainment and Broken Arms Games have released Bio Eden, a cozy management simulation game, on Nintendo Switch. Players act as a Keeper tasked with rebuilding a planet by recycling debris, managing resources, and reintroducing extinct animals.
Blood Dungeon Is A Survivors-Like For People Who Don’t Like Vampire Survivors
Blood Dungeon is a new "survivors-like" game from developer Messhof that aims to improve upon the formula popularized by Vampire Survivors. While Vampire Survivors is criticized for its passive gameplay and uninspired aesthetics, Blood Dungeon incorporates traditional platforming mechanics, a distinct hand-drawn art style, and a strong sense of personality to create a more engaging and interactive experience.
Nintendo reportedly issued accidental Switch 2 ban wave, but is now being reversed
Nintendo reportedly issued an accidental ban wave affecting legitimate Nintendo Switch users worldwide, accompanied by error code 2124-4508. The company is now reversing these bans, with some users reporting their systems have been unbanned. The cause is suspected to be an internal server issue, though Nintendo has not officially commented.
Capcom says it will focus on reviving dormant IPs after Onimusha: Way of the Sword's breakout launch
Capcom plans to revive dormant intellectual properties following the successful launch of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, which sold over one million copies on its first day. The publisher aims to maximize corporate value by leveraging its back catalog. Meanwhile, Sega has canceled its ambitious "Super Game" live-service initiative due to high risks and operational challenges, though its president still sees business opportunities in the genre. Tencent, however, remains committed to live-service games, viewing them as a "holy grail."
Sudden wave of Switch 2 online bans reportedly caused by a Nintendo server issue, and are now being fixed
A number of Nintendo Switch owners experienced unexpected online bans over the weekend, reportedly due to an internal server issue. Nintendo has reportedly fixed the problem, with affected users finding their consoles no longer restricted after restarting. The company has not yet issued a public statement.
As Pokemon devs hint that turn-based battles could be a thing of the past, Pokemon Champions lead says they'll…
Pokemon Champions co-directors Kazumasa Iwao and Masaaki Hoshino have discussed the future of the series' turn-based combat. While acknowledging experiments with real-time elements in titles like Pokemon Legends: Arceus, they emphasized that Pokemon Champions is designed to preserve the traditional turn-based system indefinitely. This focus on competitive battling through Pokemon Champions is seen as crucial for the longevity of the classic format.
Pokemon Champions dev explains why the game isn’t getting single-player modes
Masaaki Hoshino, director of Pokemon Champions, explained that the game will not be receiving single-player modes because the focus is on its competitive multiplayer experience. He believes adding single-player content would detract from the PvP focus and increase match times, which is counterproductive for a competitive game.
Jupiter & Mars: Definitive Edition announced for Nintendo Switch
Tigertron has announced that Jupiter & Mars: Definitive Edition will be released for the Nintendo Switch on September 10, 2026. This underwater adventure game, originally developed for VR, features significant improvements including a new third-person perspective, enhanced graphics, quality-of-life upgrades, and a new ending theme by Ken Ishii.
The 12 top-rated Blu-Rays released this August, from Project Hail Mary to The Thing
August saw a significant number of Blu-ray releases, including "Project Hail Mary," "Barbarian," and a collector's edition of "The Thing." The article highlights top titles based on Rotten Tomatoes scores, featuring remasters of classics like "Nightcrawler" and "The Stunt Man."
