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Capcom Celebrates Record Sales in First Half of 2027 Fiscal Year, With Overwhelming Majority Being Digital Purchases
Capcom has announced record-breaking software unit sales for the first half of its 2027 fiscal year, marking the highest performance in the company's 47-year history. The success was largely driven by digital purchases of titles such as Monster Hunter World, Resident Evil 2, and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Disco Elysium, Tomb Raider 1-3 and 4-6 Remastered, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring new sales, including historic low prices for titles such as Disco Elysium and the Tomb Raider 1-3 and 4-6 Remastered collections. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted games available on the platform.
Digital Copies of Pikmin 4 Are Down to $40 Ahead of Switch 2 Upgrade
Walmart has reduced the digital price of Pikmin 4 to $39.88, offering a discount ahead of the Nintendo Switch 2's November launch. This deal allows consumers to purchase the game for approximately $20 less than the anticipated cost of a Switch 2 version.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – October 18, 2026 – Nintendo Switch Sports Resort on top before release
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of October 18, 2026, show Nintendo Switch Sports Resort leading due to pre-loads. The charts also feature new releases like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Resident Evil remakes, alongside other popular titles such as Final Fantasy Resonance and Elden Ring.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 16: PlayStation Player's Choice second chance
This weekend's digital sales include a second chance for the PlayStation Player's Choice sale, featuring discounts on numerous titles for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also get select games for free, while Xbox Game Pass subscribers have access to further deals.
Sony is still selling tons of the discs it plans to kill off: Marvel's Wolverine launch sales were reportedly 35% physical, showing a huge appetite for a non-digital future
Despite Sony's planned discontinuation of physical disc production in 2028, sales figures for Marvel's Wolverine and other titles indicate a significant consumer demand for physical media. Approximately 35% of Marvel's Wolverine sales were physical copies, a trend mirrored in other recent releases, suggesting the physical market is healthier than Sony's digital-first strategy implies.
Marvel's Wolverine physical sales show why Sony are wrong to abandon discs
Physical sales of Marvel's Wolverine, particularly in Europe where 51% of copies were boxed, demonstrate a continued demand for physical media that contradicts Sony Interactive Entertainment's decision to abandon discs. While overall spending on new physical software has seen growth, this is largely driven by game-key cards on Nintendo Switch, not traditional discs.
Nintendo Switch 2 game-key card sales have increased by 631% in the U.S.
Sales of Nintendo Switch game-key cards in the U.S. have surged by 631% in 2026 year-to-date, according to Circana. This increase in digital game card sales has driven overall new physical software spending up by 5%, offsetting a decline in other physical media formats. Elden Ring was noted as a recent title that saw a boost from game-key card releases.
US Video Game Hardware Sales Just Had Their Worst August In 13 Years
US video game hardware sales experienced their worst August in 13 years, with a 15% year-over-year decline in unit sales. Despite fewer consoles sold, higher prices, including those for mid-generation upgrades like the PlayStation 5 Pro, led to a significant increase in dollar sales for Sony. Market saturation and price increases are cited as key factors for the overall downturn.
How To Get GTA 6’s $100 Edition For $80 Right Now
A deal is available through Costco offering PlayStation Store gift cards at a discount, potentially allowing players to purchase the $100 Grand Theft Auto 6 Ultimate Edition for $80. The article discusses the pricing of different editions and the implications of digital versus physical sales, noting that Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive may profit more from digital versions due to better margins. Grand Theft Auto 6 will be available for preload on November 12 and launches on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Fate/Hollow Ataraxia Remastered, Fate/Stay Night Remastered Winter Burrow, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring significant sales, including the lowest prices ever for titles like Fate/Hollow Ataraxia Remastered and Fate/Stay Night Remastered. The roundup includes deals on a wide variety of games, with many offering substantial discounts from their original prices.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – October 4, 2026 – Kingdom Hearts skyrockets to the top
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for October 4, 2026, show Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3 leading due to pre-loads. New entries include Minecraft Dungeons 2, Middle-earth titles, and The Witcher 3 Remastered. The list details the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only titles.
Sony reportedly surveying developers about PlayStation disc-ending decision - is it having second thoughts?
Sony is reportedly surveying developers about their decision to end PlayStation disc production, asking for feedback on the move away from physical media. This comes amid industry and social media backlash to the plan, which is set to begin phasing out discs by early 2028.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling Switch 2 and Switch digital games for August 2026
Nintendo has released the top-selling digital games for August 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch eShops. Village in the Shade topped the charts for the Switch 2, while Rhythm Heaven Fever led on the original Switch. The lists feature a mix of new releases and enduring popular titles.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Card Shark, High On Life, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring a wide array of sales, including record-low prices for titles such as Card Shark and High On Life. The list details numerous games with significant discounts, with a portion of the full sale list provided in the article.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Crash Bandicoot series, Untitled Goose Game, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring its lowest prices ever on a wide selection of games. This includes significant discounts on the entire Crash Bandicoot series and Untitled Goose Game, among many other titles listed.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – September 13, 2026 – Fire Emblem and LEGO Batman incoming, Valheim and Meccha Chameleon with strong debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for September 13, 2026, show Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight leading upcoming releases. New debuts include Valheim at #3 and Meccha Chameleon at #4, with Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion and Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon Classic HD also charting.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Evertried, Minoria, Rain World, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring significant sales, including the lowest prices ever for games like Evertried, Minoria, and Rain World. The article lists numerous other titles with discounted prices, encouraging players to check Nintendo's website for the complete selection.
Dotemu Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Streets of Rage 4, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, and more at new low prices
Dotemu is holding a sale on the Nintendo eShop, offering significant discounts on titles like Streets of Rage 4, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, with some games reaching new low prices of up to 80% off. The sale runs until September 10, 2026.
NIS America Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with La-Mulana, Mad Rat Dead, and more at new low prices
NIS America is holding a publisher sale on the Nintendo eShop, featuring discounts of up to 90 percent on around 70 games for the Nintendo Switch. Titles like La-Mulana and Mad Rat Dead are available at significantly reduced prices, with some deals extending to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The sale runs until September 10, 2026.
