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Capcom says it out loud: Pragmata has done so well that it will "consider the possibility of developing it into a…
Capcom is considering turning its new IP, Pragmata, into a series due to its critical acclaim and strong sales of over two million copies within 16 days. The publisher highlighted the game's fresh gameplay, compelling characters, and world setting as key factors in its success. Capcom also noted that Pragmata is a good example of successful collaboration between younger and experienced staff.
On Sale
Several sales are currently active on Steam, including the Resident Evil Franchise Sale and the Dear Villagers Publisher Sale, which runs until June 14. Additionally, a World Ocean Day Charity Sale is available, offering discounts on various titles.
Marathon Has Nearly Sold 1.5 Million Copies – Is It Enough?
Bungie's Marathon has sold nearly 1.5 million copies since its March release, with less than 300,000 sold in April and May. The majority of sales are on Steam, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox trailing significantly. This performance raises concerns about the game's high development cost and potential future layoffs at Bungie, despite the recent launch of its second season, 'Nightfall'.
Nintendo Download – June 4, 2026 (North America) – Solarpunk, River City Saga: Journey to the West, more
The latest Nintendo Download report for North America highlights new releases on the Nintendo eShop for the week of June 4, 2026, including Solarpunk and River City Saga: Journey to the West. The report also details upcoming DLC events for Donkey Kong Bananza and ongoing eShop sales on indie titles for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
On Sale
Hyperstrange is holding a publisher sale on Steam, offering significant discounts on several titles. Players can save 50% on The Last Starship and DON'T SCREAM TOGETHER, and 75% on Gang Beasts.
GTA 5 is still selling millions a year, letting Rockstar do whatever it wants with GTA 6: analyst estimates 1.8 million…
Grand Theft Auto 5 continues to sell millions of copies annually, with an estimated 1.8 million units sold on PlayStation 5 in May alone, according to Alinea. This sustained success, alongside significant revenue from Grand Theft Auto Online microtransactions, provides Rockstar Games with the financial freedom to focus on delivering a high-quality Grand Theft Auto 6.
Collectibles revenue was the largest GameStop (GME) Q1 2026 sales segment
GameStop's Q1 2026 sales report indicates that revenue from Collectibles was the largest segment, surpassing Software, Hardware, and Accessories. This highlights the growing importance of collectibles within the company's overall sales strategy.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including Path of Exile 2 at 50% off, Insurgency: Sandstorm at 75% off, Cloudheim at 34% off, and The Case of the Golden Idol at 50% off. Additionally, Diablo merchandise is available from Blizzard Gear.
Engagement Ring
Yacht Club Games announced that Mina the Hollower has sold 300,000 units in its first three days, securing the company's financial stability. An accolades trailer for the game 'Bus Bound' was also released.
Mina the Hollower sales surpass 300,000 copies in three days
Yacht Club Games announced that Mina the Hollower has sold over three million copies across all platforms worldwide within its first three days of release. The game is available on Nintendo Switch and its eShop.
PlayStation first-party game sales show a decline since 2020
Sony's first-party PlayStation game sales have seen a consistent decline since 2020, dropping from 58.4 million units in FY2020 to 28.9 million in FY2024, with a slight increase to 32.1 million in FY2025. This trend coincides with the launch of the PlayStation 5 and the performance of titles like The Last of Us Part II and Ghost of Tsushima, while more recent releases like Astro Bot and Concord have had mixed results. Hardware sales for the PlayStation 5 have also decreased year-on-year.
Overlooked PS5 Action RPG Scarlet Nexus Tops 2 Million Sales, Sparking Sequel Talk
Scarlet Nexus has surpassed 2 million sales nearly five years after its 2021 release, doubling its first-year sales figures. Despite a lack of major ports beyond PC, the game's sales milestone has reignited discussions among fans about the possibility of a sequel. While sales were not spectacular, the unique concept of the game might tempt Bandai Namco to revisit the IP.
PlayStation first-party game sales drop by 50% since 2020
Sony's first-party PlayStation game sales have dropped by approximately 50% since their FY2020 peak, reaching a low of 28.9 million units in FY2024. While overall PlayStation software sales remain stable, this decline in exclusive titles suggests issues with output volume and fewer major hits, despite Sony's expansion into multi-platform releases and live-service experiments.
PlayStation First-Party Game Sales Have Declined Over the Past 5 Years, Although Ghost of Yotei Helped Reverse the Trend
New data indicates a five-year decline in first-party PlayStation game sales, with the trend reversing in 2025 due to the success of Ghost of Tsushima. This information emerges ahead of Sony's State of Play showcase.
Scarlet Nexus tops 2 million copies
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced that Scarlet Nexus has surpassed 2 million copies sold worldwide. The action RPG was released in 2021 for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Patient gamers unite, as 25% of you only buy your games during Steam sales
A PC Gamer poll reveals that 25% of players never buy games at full price, exclusively waiting for Steam sales. Over half of respondents (51%) do purchase some games at full price if they are highly anticipated, while 18% are willing to pay full price for cheaper indie titles but not full-priced AAA games.
Miljonförsäljning för 007 First Light under de första 24 timmarna
Io Interactive announced that their new game, 007 First Light, sold 1.5 million copies within its first 24 hours on Steam. This makes it the studio's fastest-selling game ever, likely boosted by the James Bond brand. A patch has already been released to address crashes and minor gameplay issues.
007 First Light Hits 1.5 million sales in 24 hours as Steam estimate nears 500,000
007 First Light has achieved 1.5 million sales in its first 24 hours, marking the fastest-selling title in IO Interactive's history. PC sales on Steam are estimated to be over 450,000 units in the first three days. The game launched on May 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
007 First Light Reportedly Cost Roughly $140 Million to Develop
IO Interactive's recently released game, 007 First Light, reportedly cost approximately $140 million to develop, with an additional undisclosed amount for marketing. Despite selling 1.5 million copies in its first 24 hours, the game needs to sell at least three million copies to break even. The title is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version planned for later in the summer.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including Ready or Not with a 50% discount, SCUM with a 60% discount, and Outlast 2 with a 75% discount. Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion Remastered is also available for 60% off.