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The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero's soundtrack coming to vinyl — MP3s & NPCs
The soundtrack for Nihon Falcom's The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero, including a Super Arrange Version, will be released on vinyl by Streaming Arrow Records in Q1 2027. This news follows the announcement of upcoming PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch ports for the game, which originally released in Japan in 2010 and North America in 2022.
Capcom Says It Will Continue To Nurture Its "Leading Brands" With Sequels, Remakes And Ports
Capcom plans to nurture its leading game brands through sequels, remakes, and ports, while also developing new intellectual property. The company highlighted series such as Mega Man, Devil May Cry, Onimusha, and Monster Hunter as key franchises for future growth. Recent releases include Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Pragmata, with the latter selling over two million copies.
Capcom says it's eyeing Devil May Cry, Ace Attorney, Dragon's Dogma for 'sequels, remakes, ports, etc.', and I'll gladly take the excuse to get my hopes up
Capcom has indicated plans to expand its intellectual property value through sequels, remakes, and ports for franchises such as Devil May Cry, Ace Attorney, and Dragon's Dogma. This strategy aims to elevate these series to become future growth engines, similar to their success with Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Street Fighter. The company also mentioned leveraging generative AI in development while continuing to increase its workforce.
Capcom focussed on making sequels, remakes, ports for legendary franchises
Capcom has stated in its financial report that it is prioritizing its established franchises by focusing on creating sequels, remakes, and ports. Games like Mega Man, Onimusha, and Okami are mentioned as examples of existing series receiving new content. The company also noted the recent rating of Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter edition for the Nintendo Switch, suggesting further utilization of its intellectual properties.
Capcom Wants to Nurture Old IP Like Devil May Cry, Ace Attorney With “Sequels, Remakes, Ports”
Capcom plans to "nurture" classic intellectual properties like Devil May Cry and Ace Attorney through sequels, remakes, and ports. The company aims to expand its user base and improve performance by revitalizing these older franchises, alongside its core IPs of Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Street Fighter. While new games for Okami and Onimusha are in development, franchises like Breath of Fire, Darkstalkers, and Dino Crisis were not explicitly mentioned in these plans.
Incredible RPGs Trails from Zero, Trails to Azure Announced for 4K, 120fps PS5 Release This Fall
NIS America has announced that the RPGs The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure will be released on PlayStation 5 this fall. These new versions will feature technical upgrades, including 4K resolution and up to 120fps frame rates. A full 3D remake of The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 3rd is also slated for release on September 17th.
EA Sports Madden NFL 27 Is On Its Way To Switch 2
EA Sports Madden NFL 27 is slated for release in August, with a Nintendo Switch version appearing on the eShop and Nintendo website. The listing estimates a file size of around 50GB for the hybrid platform. This follows the release of Madden NFL 26 on Switch last August, which was described as a solid port despite frame rate drops.
Dragon Quest 11 S gets rated for Switch 2, potentially giving Square Enix a fifth bite of the apple
A rating for Dragon Quest 11 S on the Nintendo Switch 2 has surfaced in Taiwan, suggesting Square Enix may be planning another port of the popular JRPG. This follows previous ratings for other games on the unreleased hardware. Dragon Quest 11 S was originally released on Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation 4 before receiving an enhanced version on Nintendo Switch.
From Sayonara Wild Hearts to Stray, Annapurna brings 5 games to Switch 2
Annapurna Interactive has announced that five of its games will be released or upgraded for the Nintendo Switch 2. This includes new releases for Stray, Thirsty Suitors, and Wanderstop, alongside free upgrades for existing Switch versions of Sayonara Wild Hearts and Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, featuring 4K support and higher frame rates.
Stray, To a T, and Wanderstop Heading to Switch 2
Annapurna Interactive has announced that Stray, To a T, and Wanderstop will be released on the upcoming Switch 2 console. Additionally, Lorelai and the Laser Eyes and Sayonara Wild Hearts are available today on the Switch 2 as free upgrades for owners of the original Switch versions, featuring enhanced performance and graphical options.
Annapurna Reveals Even More Switch 2 Games, Including A Cosy Critical Darling
Annapurna Interactive has announced plans to bring several of its titles to the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, including Sayonara Wild Hearts, Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, Stray, to a T, Wanderstop, and Mixtape. Some of these releases will feature enhanced visuals and performance, with specific details on free upgrades for existing owners yet to be confirmed.
Two Of Annapurna's Finest Indies Are Seemingly Getting Switch 2 Editions Very Soon
Nintendo Switch 2 editions of the indie titles Lorelei and the Laser Eyes and Sayonara Wild Hearts have seemingly gone live on the Japanese eShop with an April 23rd release date. Both games are expected to receive performance boosts and new features, including a 'Remix Arcade' mode for Sayonara Wild Hearts. Upgrade paths for existing Nintendo Switch owners are also mentioned.
Starfield Sales On PS5 Don’t Look Great
Starfield sold 140,000 copies on PlayStation 5 in its first week, generating $7.7 million. While decent for a port, these figures are considered underwhelming compared to its Xbox launch and other recent Xbox titles released on PlayStation. The game has sold nearly 5 million copies across all platforms, with PC sales at approximately 3.7 million and Xbox sales around 1 million, the latter likely influenced by Game Pass availability.
Seems Like American, Euro Truck Simulator 2 PS5 Releases Are Gonna Be a While Yet
SCS Software has provided an update on the console versions of American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2, confirming that significant work is required for optimization, UI, and controls on platforms like the PlayStation 5. The developers did not provide a specific release window, suggesting the ports are still some time away.
The best Marvel video game you've never played is coming to Switch 2
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, originally released in 2021, is reportedly receiving a native port for the Nintendo Switch 2. A listing on the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee suggests the action-adventure game, developed by Eidos-Montréal and published by Square Enix, will be available on the new console. This follows the game's previous release on the original Nintendo Switch as a cloud version.
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light is delayed until later this summer
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of IO Interactive's "007 First Light" has been delayed until later this summer, while the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC versions are still set for a May 27 release. The developer cited a desire to provide the best possible game experience across all platforms. This delay follows reports of difficulties in porting games to the Nintendo Switch 2, with other titles like "Elden Ring" also experiencing delays on the platform.
Yuke’s and Aquaplus Outline Future Plans Including Ports and New Projects
Yuke's and Aquaplus are planning a future partnership following Yuke's acquisition of Aquaplus, focusing on ports of existing titles and the development of new projects. Aquaplus president Naoya Shimokawa indicated that ports of games like the Dungeon Travelers series and Tears to Tiara are being considered, with Yuke's technical support aiding in bringing titles like Utawarerumono Past and Present Rediscovered to the Nintendo Switch. Both companies are also interested in creating new simulation RPGs, fighting games, or larger RPG projects together.
Stand Aside, Skyrim: Darksiders Returns On PS5 16 Years Later
THQ Nordic is releasing a new port of the original Darksiders, titled Darksiders: Warmastered Edition, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on May 19 for $30. The PS5 version will feature native 4K resolution at a stable 60fps, DualSense support, and a photo mode. The original game, developed by Vigil Games, blended action combat with exploration, and the franchise has seen several sequels and spin-offs since its 2010 debut.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – April 2026
This guide highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android in April 2026, featuring console ports like Subnautica: Below Zero and Ball x Pit, alongside a significant update for Supercell's Boom Beach. It also covers new titles such as Scholar Adventure: Mystery Of Silence, Knightbound: Dark Fantasy, and Oceanhorn 3: Legend Of The Shadow Sea, offering brief reviews and scores for each.
Review - Marvel MaXimum Collection (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
The Marvel MaXimum Collection offers a magnificent port of the X-Men arcade game, which alone is worth the price of admission. While other games like Maximum Carnage on SNES are included, many are nostalgic novelties from the 90s, with some improvements made by Limited Run Games. The collection does not quite reach the quality of packages like the Cowabunga Collection.