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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has already sold over 3.5 million copies, "exceeding annual expectations within its first 14 days"
Ubisoft announced that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has sold over 3.5 million copies within its first 14 days, exceeding annual expectations. While this remake performed strongly, the company's overall Q1 Net Bookings were down 9% year-on-year, though slightly above guidance, with Invincible: Guarding the Globe also noted for record performance. The report also touched upon ongoing 'rightsizing actions' and studio restructuring, which have led to multiple rounds of layoffs.
On Sale
Several PC games are currently on sale on Steam, with significant discounts available. Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is 40% off, Builder Simulator is 85% off, and Caribbean Legend is 75% off.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Sold Over 3.5 Million, Surpassed Annual Expectations in 14 Days
Ubisoft's remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag, titled Resynced, has sold over 3.5 million copies, surpassing annual expectations within its first 14 days. The game, developed by Vantage Studios, has received high praise and is considered the series' highest-rated title since the original Black Flag. Despite some controversy regarding day-one DLC and layoffs at Ubisoft Barcelona, the remake's success suggests potential for future remakes in the franchise.
Nintendo Download – July 23, 2026 (North America) – Splatoon Raiders, Unbeatable, more
Nintendo's North American download report for the week of July 23, 2026, highlights new releases on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including Splatoon Raiders and Unbeatable. The report also details ongoing eShop sales, a network test registration for The Duskbloods, and promotions for My Nintendo Platinum Points and Nintendo Switch Online memberships.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including Animal Shelter 2, Vampires: Bloodlord Rising, and Hell Clock, all with significant discounts. Twin Sails Interactive also announced a "pay what you want" model for 2026, with proceeds going to charity.
Despite Xbox console sales doubling YoY, hardware sales across the US are down 62% | US Monthly Charts
Total video game sales in the US experienced a 20% year-on-year decline, dropping from $5.7 billion to $4.5 billion. Hardware sales saw the most significant decrease at 62%, largely due to the Nintendo Switch 2's launch the previous year. Despite this, UFC 6 debuted as the best-selling game, followed by Meccha Chameleon and 007 First Light.
Engagement Ring
Palworld has achieved over 30 million copies sold, with Steam being the most popular platform for the game. This milestone highlights the game's significant commercial success since its release.
Palworld has sold over 30m copies already, with Steam unsurprisingly emerging as the most popular platform
Palworld has surpassed 30 million in sales across all platforms, with Steam being the most popular. The game has also seen a significant boost in concurrent players following its 1.0 release. Pocketpair has teased potential skins and a possible collaboration with Fortnite, despite ongoing legal challenges.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, with discounts of up to 67%. SnowRunner is available for 60% off, Between the Stars for 67% off, Animal Shelter 2 for 40% off, and Level Devil for 30% off.
Evening Mobilization
Sales of Valve's Steam Deck have reportedly declined following a recent price increase. The article from Ars Technica suggests a correlation between the price hike and the drop in sales for the handheld gaming device.
Europe: Nintendo Summer Sale is now on
Nintendo of Europe has announced its Summer Sale on the Nintendo eShop, featuring discounts on titles such as Red Dead Redemption for £20 and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection for £8. While not replicating US eShop deals, the sale offers several notable price reductions for Nintendo Switch owners.
Best Steam Train Fest 2026 Deals & Games
The Steam Train Fest 2026 sale is live, featuring significant discounts on various train-themed simulation games. Notable deals include up to 80% off titles like Train Sim World 6 and Transport Fever 2. The sale concludes on July 27 at 10am PT.
Best Buy's Black Friday in July event brings holiday sales up the calendar for PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox, and PC…
Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale is offering discounts on various gaming hardware and software for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale includes deals on controllers, gaming mice, headsets, and select game titles, with some products reaching record-low prices.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including SnowRunner with a 60% discount, Achilles: Legends Untold with a 70% discount, and R.I.P. - Reincarnation Insurance Program with a 20% discount. The article also mentions an event called "Games Composed in Germany".
Steam's Train Fest sale means all 790 pieces of Train Simulator Classic DLC can be yours for a mere $6,993 instead…
Steam's Train Fest sale features significant discounts on Train Simulator Classic and its extensive downloadable content. The base game is 80% off, and nearly all of its 790 DLC pieces are also on sale, reducing the total cost of all DLC from over $15,000 to approximately $6,933.
Crimson Desert Drops to $49 on PS5 (Limited Time Only)
Amazon has reduced the price of Crimson Desert physical copies on PlayStation 5 to $49 as part of a limited-time Lightning Deal. This matches the game's lowest price point and is available while supplies last.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced sold 3 million in its first week
Ubisoft announced that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has sold over 3 million units worldwide in its first week, surpassing the sales of Assassin's Creed Shadows on Steam. Despite a strong sales performance and the upcoming addition of a New Game Plus mode, the remake faced controversy due to extensive microtransactions and initial PC instability.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Fantasy Life i, Venba, Worms Armageddon, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new sales, including the lowest prices ever for titles like Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, Venba, and Worms Armageddon. The article lists numerous other discounted games available for purchase.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale, with Phasmophobia available at 30% off, Session: Skate Sim at 75% off, and NITRO GEN OMEGA at 25% off. All discounts are available on the Steam platform.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale, with Phasmophobia available at 30% off, The Operator at 40% off, and Session: Skate Sim at 75% off. All discounts are available on the Steam platform for PC.