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Resident Evil Requiem Hits 7 Million Sales in Just Two Months
Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem has achieved 7 million sales within two months of its release, making it one of the top 5 best-selling games in the franchise by US dollar sales. The game's success is attributed to solid gameplay and smart design, contributing to hardware sales for platforms like the Nintendo Switch 2. The strong community engagement, including PlayStation photo contests, indicates significant player investment in the game's world and characters.
See the 2026 Hallmark Anime and Video Game Ornaments
Hallmark has unveiled its 2026 Dream Book, featuring a variety of new anime and video game-themed ornaments. These collectibles include characters from Pokemon, Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Sonic the Hedgehog, with release dates staggered between July and October 2026.
Cross-Platform Social Party Game Totopia Announced for Mobile
JNG Studio has announced Totopia, a cross-platform social party game with cosy life sim and platforming elements, inspired by Animal Crossing. The game will feature extensive customisation, over 100 maps, and various mini-games and co-op challenges. Totopia is planned for a Q2 2027 full launch on Android, iOS, PlayStation, Xbox, PC (Steam, Epic), with a playtest scheduled from May 7th to May 21st, 2026.
Share of the Week: Resident Evil Requiem – Grace
This week's "Share of the Week" highlights fan-submitted portraits of the character Grace from Resident Evil Village and its Winters' Expansion, captured using the game's Photo Mode. Submissions were shared using #PSshare and #PSBlog on PlayStation platforms. The next theme will focus on "Cozy" games.
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred release time on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox
The Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred expansion will launch simultaneously worldwide on April 27 or April 28, depending on the player's region. Preloading for the expansion, which includes the new region of Skovos, is available now on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.
The Star Wars Battlefront 2 community Is trying to pull off another resurgence after last year’s success
The Star Wars Battlefront 2 community is organizing another major resurgence event in May, aiming to attract 150,000 players. Spearheaded by the Kyber modding project, this initiative builds on last year's success and introduces enhanced features like custom servers and proximity chat. The event encourages players on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox to flood the servers, with potential ties to the May the 4th celebrations.
Diablo IV unloads a truckload of details about content, classes, and features for Lord of Hatred and patch 3.0.0
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed extensive details for Diablo IV's upcoming Lord of Hatred expansion and patch 3.0.0. The expansion, launching April 27th, introduces the Warlock class, a new story campaign, and various endgame features including the Horadric Cube and a wave survival mode. Patch 3.0.0 will bring significant skill tree changes, a loot filter, and other updates for all players.
Why Xbox took Call of Duty out of Game Pass
Xbox has announced that Call of Duty titles will now be added to Game Pass Ultimate approximately one year after launch, rather than at launch. Data from Newzoo suggests that while Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 saw a temporary increase in Xbox engagement, it did not translate to sustained sales, indicating that Game Pass may be cannibalizing premium purchases.
Sengoku Dynasty: Celebrate Springtime With The Free Sakura Update And Paid DLC Available April 30, 2026
Sengoku Dynasty is releasing a free Sakura update and a paid Sakura DLC customization pack on April 30, 2026. The free update adds spring-themed character customization, a new weapon, and improved refugee variety, while the DLC includes cosmetic items like Menpō masks and Samurai clothing. Both the update and DLC will be available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Xbox will reevaluate exclusivity and target daily active players under new leadership
Xbox's new leadership, including president Asha Sharma and chief content officer Matt Booty, are set to reevaluate the company's approach to platform exclusivity, windowing, and AI. The division aims to increase its PC presence, improve console performance, and focus on daily active players as its new north star. Xbox also plans to fortify Xbox Game Pass and pursue strategic mergers and acquisitions to accelerate growth.
Character-Collection RPG 'Genesis War' Set for Official Global Launch on April 28
LINE Games announced that the character-collection RPG Genesis War will launch globally on April 28. Developed by Meerkat Games, the mobile title is based on the Korean IP 'The War of Genesis' and features strategic turn-based combat. The game has already surpassed 500,000 pre-registrations worldwide and soft-launched in select regions.
Save 35% on one of the best budget racing wheels of all time for console and PC sim racing
Amazon is offering a 35% discount on the Logitech G29 and G920 racing wheels, bringing them to their lowest price since Black Friday. These wheels, compatible with PC and either PlayStation or Xbox depending on the model, are praised for their durability and suitability for sim racing beginners. The G29 includes RPM indicator lights and extra buttons, making it a slightly more feature-rich option for those without a specific console preference.
Traysia Returns On Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC – A Retro RPG Reborn
The retro RPG Traysia has been re-released on modern platforms including Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC for £4.99. Originally launched in 1992, this reissue offers a classic 90s role-playing experience with modern features like rewind and save states.
Stray Officially Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 Launch This May
The cyberpunk adventure game Stray has been officially announced for a May 28 release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Developed by BlueTwelve Studio, the game will be available on Nintendo's platform alongside PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. This release marks a significant addition to the Nintendo Switch 2's launch lineup, highlighting the console's support for premium indie titles.
Black Ops 7 Season 03 Reloaded: Full Intel
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone have received their Season 03 Reloaded update, introducing new content across Multiplayer, Zombies, and Battle Royale modes. The update features new maps like Onsen and Totenreich, game modes such as Freerun and Hot Pursuit, new weapons like the Siren Special Weapon and Katana, and various events and store bundles, including a RoboCop-themed pass.
Control got ported to iPhone, and it’s so good I think it heralds a new era of mobile gaming
Remedy Entertainment's Control: Ultimate Edition has been successfully ported to iPhone and iPad, offering a full AAA experience with impressive performance and even ray tracing support for $4.99. This port, requiring an iPhone 15 Pro or newer, suggests a new era for mobile gaming, potentially positioning iPhones alongside traditional consoles and PCs as viable gaming platforms.
What If the Next Apple Arcade Hit Comes From an Unexpected Place?
This article discusses how gamers can optimize their game purchasing habits, particularly for subscription services like Apple Arcade. It highlights the benefits of using iTunes gift cards for prepaid balance and exploring digital marketplaces for better deals. The piece emphasizes that being prepared with funds and tracking releases allows players to access new games instantly, gaining an advantage in the fast-paced gaming landscape.
Magic Twins arrives on Xbox and PlayStation on April 30th!
The co-op puzzle action game Magic Twins will be released on Xbox and PlayStation on April 30th, expanding its availability beyond Steam and Nintendo Switch. The upcoming release will include major fixes, improvements, and a new trailer, enhancing the overall player experience with features like color filters for accessibility.
PlayStation users are now being asked for age verification in the UK and Ireland, or risk losing access to communication…
Sony Interactive Entertainment has begun rolling out mandatory age verification for PlayStation users in the UK and Ireland as part of the UK's Online Safety Act. Users who do not verify their age by June 2026 risk losing access to communication features like messaging and voice chat. This process, which uses Yoti for verification, is also being implemented by Microsoft for Xbox users.
After 6 games in 15 years, dev loses it as over 10,000 Steam players flock to his new co-op game that looks like It…
Indie developer Carlos Coronado expressed elation as his new co-op game, Together: Moon Escape, achieved over 10,000 wishlists in a single day on Steam, significantly surpassing the performance of his previous six games. The first-person puzzler, playable in split-screen or online co-op, is available on PC and features cooperative mechanics requiring players to rely on each other to progress.
