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Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer
Capcom has released a launch trailer for Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition, now available on Nintendo Switch 2 and PC. The action game features high-octane combat, photorealistic graphics powered by the RE engine, and three playable characters including Nero, Dante, and V.
Meet Yoshie: Revealing Denshattack!’s first boss battle
Undercoders has revealed the first boss battle for their upcoming action game, Denshattack!, set to launch on July 15 for PlayStation 5. The game features frenetic trick-based gameplay with trains in a dystopian Japan, drawing inspiration from extreme sports titles and Y2K aesthetics. The first boss, Yoshie, is an influencer whose train transforms into a magical girl-esque mecha for a multi-phase battle.
Review: Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition (Switch 2) - Not Definitive, But Another Great Capcom Port
Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition is a solid port for the Nintendo Switch 2, offering smooth 60fps gameplay and the inclusion of Vergil as a playable character. While it lacks the Legendary Dark Knight mode from the Special Edition and has some visual compromises, it remains one of the finest entries in the action series and a great way for new players to experience the game.
Blackwood Brings John Wick-Like Action to an Indie Double-Life Story
Blackwood is an upcoming indie action game where players control Anton Blackwood, a DVD store worker who secretly acts as a double agent. The game blends ordinary day job management with dangerous secret missions, featuring stylish combat and cinematic action inspired by the John Wick films. It is available to wishlist on Steam.
Devil May Cry 5 on Switch 2 – Is the Devil Hunter in the details?
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition has been released on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering the complete experience with all DLC included and playable Vergil from the start. Capcom has delivered an impressively polished port, maintaining a locked 60fps in both docked and handheld modes without noticeable frame drops or technical issues. This version is considered a definitive edition for Nintendo hardware, proving the game remains one of the best action games of its generation.
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries Free Weekend
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries is available for free this weekend on PC via Steam. Players can engage in mech combat in the year 3015 in this action game developed by Piranha Games.
Gungrave G.O.R.E. Blood Heat Looks to Refine a Solid Action-Game Foundation | IGN Preview
Gungrave G.O.R.E. Blood Heat introduces refinements to its action-game foundation, notably requiring players to engage in close-quarters combat due to guns no longer having infinite range. This shift makes melee combat faster and more responsive, enhancing the feeling of being a badass.
Following Summer Game Fest, Gothic Remake is the standout new release in June 2026
June 2026 will see the release of several notable games, with Gothic Remake leading the pack. Developed by Alkimia Interactive, this action RPG remake of the 2001 classic features modernized controls and expanded features. Other significant releases include Square Enix's The Adventures of Elliott: Millennium Tales, a new action RPG from Team Asano, and IO Interactive's 007: First Light, a James Bond action game. The article also highlights recent releases like Forza Horizon 6 and mentions potential upcoming titles such as Guild Wars 3 and Resident Evil Veronica.
Super Cableman - A new Amstrad game with a unique game style by TITAN
TITAN has released Super Cableman for the Amstrad CPC, an action game developed from a BASIC competition. The game features a unique mechanics-driven engine, dynamic levels, and a random cave generator for infinite replayability, with music by Pulsophonic and optimizations by Kukulcan.
Rainbow Islands Console Selection announced for Nintendo Switch
Taito has announced Rainbow Islands Console Selection for Nintendo Switch, set to release on October 8, 2026. This collection features multiple versions of the arcade classic, including Famicom, NES, SEGA Master System, PC Engine CD-ROM², and both Japanese and Western Mega Drive/Genesis versions of Rainbow Islands Extra. It includes features like quick-save/load slots and a powered-up starting state.
PS5 Getting Fan Favorite PS3 Action Games, But There’s a Catch
Treyarch has announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and Call of Duty: Black Ops II will be ported to PlayStation 5 in July 2026, with Iron Galaxy Studios handling the development. These will be direct ports of the PlayStation 3 versions, not remasters, and will include Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes. While a PlayStation 4 release is unconfirmed, there will be no PC or Xbox re-releases.
Resident Evil sells 23 million as the wait for Devil May Cry 6 begins
Capcom has reported strong sales figures for the fiscal year ending March 2026, with the Resident Evil franchise selling 23 million units and Devil May Cry 5 achieving its best year with 2.7 million copies sold. The success of Devil May Cry 5, boosted by a Netflix series and discounts, makes a sixth installment likely, though its development may be impacted by director Hideaki Itsuno's departure.
Console Archives The Legend of Kage launches June 18
The classic 1986 action game The Legend of Kage is being re-released for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on June 18 for $7.99. Developer Hamster is bringing the title to modern platforms with added features like customizable controls and save states, as part of their Console Archives series.
The Legend of Kage is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster has announced that The Legend of Kage will be the latest addition to the Console Archives series on Nintendo Switch, releasing on June 18. Originally released by Taito in 1986, this 8-bit action game tasks players with rescuing Kirihime from villains using ninja techniques. The Console Archives series aims to faithfully reproduce classic games with modern conveniences like save states and customizable controls.
The Legend of Kage gets modern re-release
Hamster Corporation announced that TAITO's 1986 action game, The Legend of Kage, will be re-released on June 18th for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. The game features a ninja named Kage fighting through a demon realm to rescue Kirihime.
3D Bomber Bunny - Free Online Browser Game
3D Bomber Bunny is a free-to-play online browser game that requires no downloads, offering fast-paced action with responsive controls. The game features a charming low-poly art style with colorful rabbit characters navigating maze-like maps filled with obstacles, presenting players with pathfinding challenges and light puzzle-solving elements.
The Mistfall Hunter demo is currently the most played demo this Steam Next Fest
The Mistfall Hunter demo is currently the most played during Steam Next Fest, reaching a peak of over 14,000 players. This co-op third-person action game with extraction mechanics is set to release on July 29th for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5. Despite some reported performance issues common with Unreal Engine 5 titles, the demo has shown significant momentum since its alpha playtest.
Devil May Cry 6 Feels Inevitable as DMC 5 Sales Set All-Time Record, Seven Years After Release
Capcom announced that Devil May Cry 5 has set a new all-time record for annual sales, selling 2.7 million copies in the last fiscal year, seven years after its 2019 release. The game has now sold a total of 12.9 million copies. The article suggests that the success, potentially boosted by discounts and the Devil May Cry anime adaptation, makes a Devil May Cry 6 feel inevitable.
Devil May Cry Anime Helps DMC5 Achieve Record Sales Ahead Of Switch 2 Launch
Capcom has reported record sales for Devil May Cry 5 during fiscal year 2026, with 2.7 million copies sold, surpassing its launch year performance. This surge is attributed to factors including discounts, the release of the Devil May Cry anime on Netflix, and the upcoming Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2.
HELL IS COMING. CLIVE BARKER’S HELLRAISER: REVIVAL RELEASES OCTOBER 8 ON PLAYSTATION 5, XBOX SERIES X|S & PC
Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games announced that Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival will launch on October 8, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The survival-horror action game will feature a new story in the Hellraiser universe, with pre-orders unlocking exclusive in-game items. Two editions, Standard and Deluxe, will be available, along with special Collector's Editions.