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Expedition 33 Actor Bet Someone 33 Baguettes That The Game Would Be A Huge Hit
Expedition 33 has achieved significant commercial success, selling over 5 million copies and surpassing Elden Ring's record for Game of the Year awards. The game's voice actor, Aliona Baranova, famously bet 33 baguettes that it would sell 1 million copies in its first week, a milestone it achieved within 72 hours. Despite the unexpected success, developer Sandfall aims to prioritize its creative vision over fan-pleasing for future projects.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including Monster Hunter: World with a 74% discount, Stacklands with a 50% discount, and Backpack Battles with a 20% discount. Blue's News may earn a commission from these sales.
Nintendo Download – April 2, 2026 (North America) – Darwin’s Paradox, People of Note, more
The North American Nintendo Download for the week of April 2, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop including Darwin's Paradox and People of Note for the Nintendo Switch. Updates for Mario Kart World and Tetris 99 are also highlighted, with the latter event featuring themes from Super Mario Galaxy.
Crimson Desert Continues To Reach New Sales Heights
Pearl Abyss announced that its RPG Crimson Desert has surpassed 4 million in sales, a significant increase from previous milestones. The developer thanked players for their support and continues to release updates addressing feedback and issues, though some players remain concerned about inventory management.
Crimson Desert has sold through 4 million copies worldwide
Crimson Desert has achieved a significant sales milestone, surpassing 4 million copies sold worldwide. The developers expressed gratitude to the player base, referred to as 'Greymanes', for their support throughout the game's journey.
Crimson Desert Has Generated Over $200 Million in Revenue Since Launch – Rumor
A report claims that Crimson Desert has generated over $200 million in revenue across all platforms since its launch, with the PlayStation 5 version reportedly leading sales. The article also notes that 38 percent of PlayStation 5 players have also played Dragon's Dogma 2, and mentions the game's availability on PC and Xbox Series X/S.
3 Resident Evil Games Now Less Than $5 on PS Store
Three Resident Evil titles, including the Resident Evil 1 remake, Resident Evil 5, and Resident Evil 6, are available for under $5 each on the PlayStation Store until April 9, 2026. These sales offer a significant discount from their usual price of $19.99, making it an opportune time for fans to acquire these survival horror classics.
Crimson Desert Estimated to Have Made Over $200 Million Already — and PS5 Is a Big Contributor
Crimson Desert has reportedly generated over $200 million in revenue, with PlayStation 5 sales being a significant contributor. The game has achieved 4 million sales in less than two weeks since its launch.
Engagement Ring
Crimson Desert has achieved a significant sales milestone, selling over 4 million copies within its first two weeks of release. This indicates strong initial player reception for the game.
Crimson Desert sails past four million sales, and I'm thrilled to watch its comeback arc
Crimson Desert has surpassed four million sales, marking a significant comeback for the game. This milestone is highlighted as a redemption arc following a difficult initial period.
Crimson Desert Has Passed 4 Million Copies Sold
Crimson Desert has surpassed 4 million copies sold, marking a significant success for developer and publisher Pearl Abyss. Despite a rocky launch and initial stock price drop, the game has recovered with a "Very Positive" rating on Steam and nearly 200,000 daily concurrent players, leading to a rise in Pearl Abyss's stock.
Crimson Desert's less than ideal launch is a distant memory as it hits the 4 million sales milestone
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 4 million copies worldwide in less than two weeks. Despite some initial divisive design choices, jank, and performance issues, the open-world game has achieved a Very Positive user review rating on Steam. The studio is actively releasing updates and hotfixes to address ongoing issues, including ray tracing performance and control schemes.
PS5 Hit Crimson Desert Might Have Divided Opinion, But It's Cracked 4 Million Sales in Two Weeks
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 4 million copies in less than two weeks since its launch on March 19, 2026. Despite some divided opinions and technical issues noted on the PlayStation 5 version, the game has achieved significant commercial success.
Crimson Desert smashes another sales milestone, less than two weeks since its release
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold 4 million copies worldwide since its release on March 19. The open-world action RPG had previously sold 2 million copies in its first 24 hours and 3 million in five days. The developer has also released patches addressing player feedback on controls, AI art usage, performance, and stability.
Crimson Desert Has Sold 4 Million Copies Worldwide
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 4 million copies worldwide, thanking players for their support. CEO Heo Jin-young also confirmed that the studio is investigating a potential Nintendo Switch port, though acknowledged technical challenges. The game has received several post-launch updates addressing player feedback, including new mounts and inventory management improvements, which have positively impacted its player count on Steam.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including ASTRONEER and ABZU with 75% discounts, Portal Knights with an 85% discount, and LORT with a 35% discount. The article also mentions a pay-what-you-want offer for Humble Heroines: Echoes, Voids, and Visions.
Nintendo Switch 2 UK Sales Surge 154% in March Following Pokémon Pokopia Launch
Nintendo Switch sales in the UK saw a significant increase of 154% in March, largely attributed to the launch of the game Pokémon Pokopia. This surge was reported by Christopher Dring.
Nintendo Switch 2 UK Sales Surge 154% in March Following Pokémon Pokopia Launch
Nintendo Switch sales in the UK saw a significant surge of 154% in March, coinciding with the launch of the new Pokémon game, Pokopia. This increase indicates strong consumer interest following the release of a major title.
Nintendo Switch 2 sees 154% leap in sales thanks to Pokémon Pokopia
The Nintendo Switch 2 has seen a 154% increase in UK sales in March, largely driven by the success of Pokémon Pokopia. This surge has positioned the Switch 2 to account for over 50% of UK console sales this year, outperforming the PlayStation 5. Nintendo may consider price increases due to global memory shortages, and rumors suggest a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time could be released.
UK: Nintendo Switch 2 sales jumped 154% in March month-on-month following Pokemon Pokopia
Nintendo Switch sales in the UK increased by 154% in March compared to February, following the release of Pokemon Pokopia. Nintendo currently holds over 50% of the UK console market share for the year. This surge was partly attributed to March being a five-week month compared to February's four weeks.
