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30 Minutes of Resident Evil 2, 3, & 4 on Switch 2
A preview of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 ports for Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, and Resident Evil 4 reveals impressive handheld performance. The ports are expected to be excellent, offering a great way to experience these acclaimed survival horror titles on the go.
2 PS5 RPGs in Legendary Series Arrive Today on PlayStation Store
NIS America has released updated versions of The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure for PlayStation 5 today. These JRPG ports feature enhanced visuals up to 4K resolution and 120 FPS, along with accessibility options like High-Speed and Skip modes. A Limited Edition is also available for $109.99.
With No 3D Mario In Sight, Mario’s 40th Is A Bust For Switch 2 Owners
Nintendo's 40th anniversary for Mario passed with no new 3D Mario game, disappointing owners of the Nintendo Switch and its successor. While other franchises like Zelda and Kirby received new titles or remakes, Mario's celebration was limited to a Mario Kart update and ports, with a potential successor to Super Mario Odyssey not expected for many years.
Capcom Is Having A Busy Year On Switch 2, With Monster Hunter And Resident Evil Games Coming Very Soon
Capcom is significantly increasing its output for the Nintendo Switch 2, with several major titles slated for release this fall. Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on December 4, followed by the remakes of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4 on October 16. This surge in releases, including ports and upcoming new titles, marks what is expected to be Capcom's busiest year for the platform.
Every Nintendo Direct Game That You Can Play Right Now
During a recent Nintendo Direct presentation, several games were announced and made available for immediate download. These surprise launches include ports of existing titles, additions to Nintendo Switch Online, and demos for upcoming games on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Everything announced at today's Nintendo Direct — from a new 2D Metroid game to a surprise Mario Kart World…
The latest Nintendo Direct showcased a plethora of new games and updates for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Highlights include a new 2D Metroid title, Metroid Ravenous, and an open-world Kirby game called Kirby and the World Beyond. Numerous ports, DLCs, and remasters were also announced for various franchises including Monster Hunter, Final Fantasy, Resident Evil, and Mario Kart World.
Far Cry 3 Classic Edition, Far Cry Blood Dragon coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Ubisoft has announced that Far Cry 3 Classic Edition and Far Cry: Blood Dragon are planned for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2027. This news follows other recent announcements of classic titles coming to the new platform.
Free on PS5 and Xbox Now: The Remake of That 2004 PlayStation 2 Classic
Mafia: Definitive Edition, the 2020 remake of the 2004 PlayStation 2 classic Mafia, is now available as a free upgrade for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S owners who purchased the PlayStation 4 version. The native port offers technical improvements and a jump to 60fps, enhancing the experience of exploring 1930s Lost Heaven. However, players who downloaded the game through the PlayStation Plus library are not eligible for the free upgrade.
Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Update Coming This October, as Ruby and Sapphire Speculation Swirls
Nintendo is releasing an update for Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch this October, adding Pokémon Home support. This update fuels speculation that ports of Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald may also be released.
Shpeshal Nick: Pokemon Ruby/Emerald/Sapphire ports planned for Switch late September/October
Leaker Shpeshal Nick claims that ports of Pokemon Ruby, Emerald, and Sapphire are planned for the Nintendo Switch, with a release window in late September or October. The Pokemon Company has not yet officially confirmed these rumored ports.
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 1&2 PS4 and PS5 ports sold more than 11 million copies in under a month
The PlayStation ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II have achieved significant sales, with combined figures exceeding 11.2 million units across PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 within their first month. Black Ops II was the stronger performer, accounting for 8.2 million of the total sales, with the majority of purchases for both titles being on PlayStation 5.
Black Ops 1 And 2 Ports Sold 11 Million Copies Combined On PlayStation, Benefitting Both Xbox And Sony
Ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 for PlayStation have sold over 11 million copies combined, generating nearly half a billion dollars. Developed by Iron Galaxy, these straight 1080p ports were released on PS4 and PS5 and capitalized on significant pent-up demand. The success benefits Microsoft, Activision, and Sony, with the latter earning an estimated $130 million from its 30% cut.
Halo and Black Ops sales on PS5 are shocking for very different reasons
Ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 have achieved significant sales figures on PlayStation consoles, with estimates suggesting millions of units sold. In contrast, Halo: Campaign Evolved has had a notably slow start on PlayStation 5, selling significantly fewer copies than its contemporaries and other Xbox titles on the platform. This disparity highlights differing market reception for remade or ported games.
Nintendo Switch 2 ports a big part of Koei Tecmo’s strategy
Koei Tecmo has revealed that supporting the Nintendo Switch 2 with ports is a significant part of its strategy for the upcoming fiscal year. The company plans to diversify revenue streams by releasing major titles, mid-range games, remasters, and ports of existing games for the new console, alongside new releases on multiple platforms.
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 ports were both in the top 10 US PlayStation games last week despite cheating…
Despite significant fan complaints regarding pricing, lack of crossplay, and rampant cheating, the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 have charted in the top 10 most played games in the US. Nostalgia for the titles proved strong enough to overcome these issues, with Black Ops debuting at ninth and Black Ops 2 at sixth place.
Activision seemingly didn't bother fixing a 15-year-old Call of Duty: Black Ops exploit for its new port, modder says, but it's now investigating the leftover PS3 issue
Activision's recent ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 are reportedly suffering from a 15-year-old exploit, similar to issues found in the original PlayStation 3 version. A modder claims that neither Activision nor Iron Galaxy updated the game's file encryption, allowing players to exploit save files for XP farming. Activision has disabled some playlists and is investigating the issue.
Square Enix scores an own goal: Octopath Traveler Switch 2 ports revive 2 great JRPGs, but with no upgrade path or save…
Square Enix has announced Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler 2, set to release on October 1. These new editions will feature improved resolution and frame rates, but will not offer upgrade paths or save transfer for existing Nintendo Switch owners, leading to significant fan backlash.
Octopath Traveler I & II Arrives on Switch 2 in October 2026 - NintendoFuse
Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II are set to release on the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026, in Western markets and today in Japan. Square Enix confirmed that these versions will feature improved resolution and frame rates but will not support save data transfer or upgrades from the original Nintendo Switch versions.
More people are playing 14 year old Black Ops 2 over Black Ops 7 suggests stats
Ports of the 14-year-old Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 are outselling the latest entry, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, on PlayStation consoles. Despite complaints about pricing and missing DLC, these older titles are topping sales charts and have more active players than the current-generation game across all platforms.
Expensive and pointless? Black Ops 1 and 2 PS4 and PS5 ports cost a lot of money and barely offer any upgrades over the originals
Activision has released ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, but players are criticizing the high price and lack of significant upgrades. The games do not support 4K resolution or 120Hz framerates on PS5, and offer minimal improvements over older versions. The DLC is also sold separately, increasing the total cost significantly, though discounts are available for PlayStation Plus members.
