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Counter-Strike: Global Offensive Has Its Own Page on Steam Again — but There's a Catch - IGN
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive has been relisted on the Steam store, though it remains unlisted and unsearchable. While servers and matchmaking are not available, thousands of players are still engaging with the 14-year-old title. Separately, the New York Attorney General's office is suing Valve, alleging that games like Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2 facilitate illegal gambling through the sale of virtual items.
Resident Evil Requiem DLC plans and new remake news leaks
Resident Evil Requiem has sold over five million copies, setting a new franchise record. Insider "Dusk Golem" claims DLC for the game is in late-stage development, potentially featuring Leon S. Kennedy. Additionally, leaks suggest Capcom is in full production for a remake of the original Resident Evil, with Resident Evil Code: Veronica and Resident Evil Zero remakes also rumored.
Ice-T Has Very On-Brand Message For Resident Evil Requiem's Giant Spider
Rapper Ice-T shared his strong dislike for the giant spider boss in Resident Evil Requiem, calling it "F*** that Spider." The game has been a massive success, selling over 5 million copies and becoming the fastest-selling entry in the series. Resident Evil Requiem is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Physical Game Sales Hit All-Time Low in the US
Physical game sales in the US have hit an all-time low of $1.5 billion in 2025, according to Circana analyst Mat Piscatella. While the market is in decline, the year-on-year drop of 11% is the smallest since 2021. Digital sales continue to grow, with platform holders like Sony and Microsoft favoring digital storefronts and consoles without disc drives.
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Tripwire Interactive, the developer of Killing Floor, has laid off 23 employees. Separately, physical video game sales in 2025 are reported to have reached a new 30-year low.
Save up to 50% on Space Marine 2 in Woot’s Latest Video Game Sale - IGN
Woot is offering significant discounts on Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, with the standard PS5 edition at 50% off and the Ultima Limited Edition for PS5 and Xbox Series X also discounted. The sale runs until March 5.
Popular PS5 Adventure Game 60% Off on PS Store Ahead of Sequel
Square Enix is offering a 60% discount on Life Is Strange: Double Exposure for the PlayStation 5, with the sale ending March 12. This promotion precedes the release of its direct sequel, Life Is Strange: Reunion, on March 26, which brings back the character Max Caulfield.
Pokemon Waves And Winds Creates A Big Question For Switch 2 This Year
With the announcement of Pokemon Waves and Winds for 2027, Nintendo faces a question about which exclusive game will anchor the Nintendo Switch 2's holiday season this year. The company president acknowledged weaker-than-expected overseas Switch 2 sales, highlighting the need for a strong exclusive title. Potential candidates include new entries in major franchises like Mario, Super Smash Bros., Mario Party, Luigi's Mansion, or even a Zelda remake, as the system currently lacks a major exclusive for the competitive holiday period.
Japan: Resident Evil Requiem on Nintendo Switch 2 is sold out at three of the biggest game retailers
Resident Evil Requiem has reportedly sold out at major Japanese retailers including Yodobashi, Bic Camera, Yamada Denki, and Amazon Japan for the Nintendo Switch 2. This indicates strong demand for the game on the platform.
Global game content sales rose 5.3% to $195.6bn in 2025
Global video game content sales reached $195.6 billion in 2025, a 5.3% increase, despite a significant 55% drop in private funding. The industry also saw a 40% reduction in layoffs compared to the previous year, though outsourcing for development work increased. Roblox emerged as a major growth driver, surpassing console and PC platforms in daily active users and engagement hours.
Foreign Cards No Longer Working on Turkey PSN, Players Report
Players are reporting that foreign credit and debit cards, including those from the Philippines, are no longer working on the Turkey PlayStation Network store. This change impacts gamers who relied on the region for lower prices due to currency differences and the lack of an official Philippine PlayStation Store. While PSN wallet credits remain an option, they often come with reseller fees that negate savings.
Donkey Kong Bananza breaks Nintendo tradition with a rare discount, not that long after release
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is available for $62.99 on Amazon, marking a rare 10% discount shortly after its release. This price drop is unusual for Nintendo games, especially so soon after launch, offering a small saving for those considering a purchase.
It’s official: Battlefield 6 is 2025's best-selling game, but Black Ops 7 still managed to be November’s top-seller
Battlefield 6 has officially become the best-selling game of 2025, a title previously dominated by the Call of Duty series. While Black Ops 7 topped sales in November, Battlefield 6 secured the year-to-date lead. The report also highlights a significant decline in video game hardware sales across all major platforms in November.
