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Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen are now some of the best-selling Pokemon games of all time thanks to the new Switch…
Pokemon FireRed and Pokemon LeafGreen have seen a significant surge in sales, propelling them to become some of the best-selling titles in the franchise's history, largely due to their recent re-release on the Nintendo Switch. The games have collectively sold over four million units since their re-release, nearing the series' top five best-selling titles.
PS5 Sales Drop Almost 50%, As Sony Discusses AI Ambitions, Including New Hair Tech
Sony reported a nearly 50% year-over-year drop in PlayStation 5 sales for its fiscal Q4, selling 1.5 million units compared to 2.8 million in the prior year. The company attributes the decline to global economic pressures and discussed its future ambitions in Artificial Intelligence, including AI-driven efficiencies in game development, animation, and QA tasks. Sony executives emphasized that AI will augment, not replace, human creators.
Top 10 Best-Selling Video Games Of All Time, Including New Heights For Mario Kart 8
This list ranks the top 10 best-selling paid video games of all time, excluding free-to-play titles. Sales figures include pack-in games, with Tetris leading at over 520 million units sold, followed by Minecraft at 300 million and Grand Theft Auto V at over 225 million. The ranking also highlights significant sales for games like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Wii Sports, and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Steam Controller Reservations Begin on May 8th, as Valve Looks to “Limit Reseller Activity”
Valve has implemented a reservation system for the Steam Controller, beginning May 8th, to manage high demand and limit reseller activity. Customers must be in good standing on Steam and have made a prior purchase to reserve a spot in the queue. Order fulfillment will begin next week in North America, with other regions to follow.
Still hoping to snag a Steam Controller after it sold out? You'll have to literally join a queue to get one
Valve has announced a reservation queue system for the Steam Controller following its rapid sell-out. Starting May 8th, customers can join a queue to be notified when stock is available, with purchase limits and account restrictions in place to prevent scalping. Replenishment will vary by region, with North America and Europe/Australia receiving stock in the coming weeks.
Valve announce a reservation system for the new Steam Controller
Valve has announced a reservation system for the Steam Controller due to high demand, with reservations opening on May 8th. This system mirrors the one used for the Steam Deck, allowing customers to secure a place in line for future orders. The company also detailed purchase limits, account standing requirements, and regional rollout plans for the controller, which remains priced at $99 USD.
Valve is restocking Steam Controllers tomorrow, but there’s several rules in place to secure one
Valve is restocking the Steam Controller, with a reservation queue opening on May 8th. To secure one, accounts must be in good standing and have made a prior purchase on Steam before April 27, 2026. Purchases are limited to one per customer to prevent reseller activity.
Capcom’s New PS5 Action Game Is a Massive Sales Hit
Capcom's new action-adventure game, Pragmata, has achieved over 2 million sales in its first 16 days of release. The PlayStation 5 title launched to critical acclaim, with an average score of 87 on OpenCritic. The game follows the story of spacefarer Hugh and android Diana as they battle a hostile AI on a moon research station.
Save Big On Incredible Indies With Acclaim Starting Four Pack and Spring Sale
Publisher Acclaim, Inc. has launched the Acclaim Starting Four Pack bundle on PC via Steam and initiated Spring Sale promotions for its titles on console storefronts. The bundle includes four indie games: Katanaut, Basketball Classics, The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest, and GRIDbeat!, with individual titles also available at a discount.
Capcom's Pragmata tops 2M sales within first month
Capcom's new action-adventure title, Pragmata, has achieved over two million sales worldwide within its first 16 days of release. The company attributes this rapid success to marketing initiatives, including the early availability of a playable demo.
Massive $1,000 discount drops this RTX 5090 (yes 5090) gaming laptop under $3,000
A significant $1,000 discount has reduced the price of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i gaming laptop, featuring an RTX 5090 graphics card, to $2,999. This sale offers a substantial price reduction compared to its original $3,999 price and other high-end models on the market. The article also touches on performance improvements offered by the RTX 5090 over the RTX 5080.
Pragmata sales have surpassed two million in just 16 days
Capcom has announced that its new science fiction adventure game, Pragmata, has sold over two million units in just 16 days. The company attributes this success to efforts to expand brand awareness prior to launch. Sales figures were not broken down by platform, but the game is also noted for its potential to become a long-running franchise.
Pragmata Success Continues, Now at Two Million Copies Sold
Capcom announced that its new intellectual property, Pragmata, has sold over two million copies worldwide within 16 days of its April 17, 2026 launch. The company considers the game a success and is exploring future possibilities, including a potential sequel, citing its emotionally driven narrative and unique gameplay as key factors.
Pragmata hits 2 million sales in 16 days, and after Capcom teased its potential future as a franchise, I'm even…
Capcom's new intellectual property, Pragmata, has achieved two million sales in just 16 days following its release. The company attributes the success to marketing initiatives like a playable demo and the game's unique gameplay and emotionally driven narrative. Capcom also teased the potential for Pragmata to become a long-running franchise, similar to Monster Hunter or Resident Evil.
PRAGMATA sales top two million in 16 days
The science-fiction action-adventure game PRAGMATA has achieved over two million sales in just 16 days. This milestone highlights the game's strong commercial performance shortly after its release.
On Sale
Creature Publisher announced its 2026 sale event on Steam. Further details regarding specific discounts and dates are expected to be released closer to the event.
Star Wars: Battlefront Is Reportedly The Best Selling Franchise Game In US History
Mat Piscatella, an analyst for Circana, reported that Star Wars: Battlefront (2015) is the best-selling Star Wars game in U.S. history and ranks seventh overall in lifetime franchise sales. The game was released for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
Steam Controller Went Out of Stock “Faster Than We Anticipated”, Says Valve
Valve announced that the Steam Controller has sold out faster than anticipated, with the company working to restock the device and provide an updated timeline soon. The controller, priced at $99, has received praise for its features, customizability, and compatibility across Windows, MacOS, and Linux.
On Sale
Curve Games has launched a publisher sale on Steam, featuring discounts on the Mortal Kombat franchise. Additionally, Labyrinth Of The Demon King is available for 30% off on Steam.
"Steam Controller ran out faster than we anticipated" Valve say, surprising no one, promising to get more stock in
Valve has announced that the newly released Steam Controller has completely sold out, exceeding their anticipated stock levels. The company stated they are working to replenish inventory and will provide an update on the timeline soon. The article also warns readers against purchasing from scalpers on platforms like eBay.
