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Capcom can't stop winning, pointing to Pragmata's 2.5 million copies sold as it records a huge increase in…
Capcom reported an 83% increase in year-on-year profits, largely attributed to the strong sales of its new intellectual property, Pragmata, which has sold over 2.5 million copies. The company also saw significant sales from Resident Evil Requiem and the broader Resident Evil series, contributing to its overall financial success.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including Forever Skies with a 60% discount, Caribbean Legend: Age of Pirates with 33% off, and Wireworks with 30% off. Squad Goals is available on a pay-what-you-want basis.
AC Black Flag Resynced har redan sålt bättre än årsprognosen
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has exceeded Ubisoft's first-year sales projections, selling 3.5 million copies within its first two weeks. The game has also received positive reviews, with an average score of 84/100 on Opencritic.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including SimFest, Evil West with an 80% discount, and Maneater with an 85% discount. These promotions offer significant savings for PC gamers.
Ubisoft says the Black Flag remake has exceeded 'annual expectations' in just two weeks, shortly after it laid…
Ubisoft's remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag, titled Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, has exceeded annual sales expectations within two weeks of its July launch, selling 2 million copies on its first day. CEO Yves Guillemot praised the strong performance, despite recent layoffs affecting Ubisoft Barcelona, a studio that contributed to the remake's development. The game's success is attributed to the original's strong reputation, though it faces criticism for day-one DLC, simplified combat, and an in-game shop.
Koei Tecmo Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Fatal Frame 2 Remake, Wild Hearts S, and more at new low prices
Koei Tecmo has launched a new sale on the Nintendo eShop featuring discounts on numerous Nintendo Switch titles, including Fatal Frame 2 Remake and Wild Hearts S, with some games reaching new low prices. The sale is available on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 console and will run until August 11, 2026.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including Steep with an 85% discount and Cowboy Life Simulator with a 30% discount. Additionally, the Workers and Resources: Soviet Republic is featured during SimFest on Steam, and the Animal Style Bundle is available on Humble Bundle with a pay-what-you-want option that supports charity.
Evening Reading - July 24, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming news items, including the announcement of Forza Horizon 6 and updates for games like 007 First Light, Marvel Rivals, and Disney Dreamlight Valley. It also highlights ongoing sales for PlayStation and Xbox, PC download deals, and a Hades 2 cover song. The article also mentions Shacknews's collection of video game maps and a segment on former President Obama playing WNBA games.
On Sale
Several PC games are currently on sale, with significant discounts available. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection is featured, alongside deals on Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Steep, and Ultimate Theater Simulator, all available on Steam.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 24: Steam Train Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include the Steam Train Fest featuring train-themed games, alongside significant discounts on titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Hades 2, and Red Dead Redemption 2 across various digital storefronts. Several games are also available for free weekends or trials, including Killing Floor 3 and Metal Gear Solid.
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.