Video Game Sales
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Square Enix Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth, Adventures of Elliot, more at new low prices
A significant Square Enix sale is currently active on the Nintendo eShop, featuring substantial discounts of up to 85% on a wide range of Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 titles. Popular games like Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and The Adventures of Elliot are available at their lowest prices, with the sale running until October 1, 2026.
Steam is shoveling RPGs at people right now, and I think it's the perfect time to get Divinity: Original Sin for…
Larian Studios' Divinity: Original Sin is currently on sale for its lowest price ever at 90% off on Steam, making the Enhanced Edition $3.99 and the Collector's Edition $6.99. This significant discount is part of ongoing Steam sales and Larian's promotional efforts. The article also touches on the development of the upcoming Divinity reboot, with insights from Larian's technical animation director and CEO.
You can now save $10 on a physical copy of Metroid Ravenous for Nintendo Switch 2
A $10 discount is currently available on physical copies of Metroid Ravenous for the Nintendo Switch, bringing the price down to $60 from its usual $70. This offer matches the digital price and is available on Amazon, though it does not apply to the sold-out special edition. A similar discount is also available for Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
Select Resident Evil Games Are on Sale as Part of Best Buy’s Deal of the Day, Including Requiem
Best Buy is offering a 35% discount on select Resident Evil titles as part of its Deal of the Day promotion. The sale includes Resident Evil Village, among other entries in the survival horror series.
GTA 6 for PS5: Save $11, Today Only
A limited-time offer allows consumers to save $11 on Grand Theft Auto 6 for the PlayStation 5. The discount is available today only.
GTA 6 Fans Will Love This PS5 Game on Sale for $9.99 on PlayStation Store
Grand Theft Auto Online is currently on sale for $9.99 on the PlayStation Store, offering fans a way to stay occupied while awaiting the release of Grand Theft Auto VI. The article highlights the features of Grand Theft Auto Online and reiterates the confirmed release date for Grand Theft Auto VI as November 19, 2026.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – September 13, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves lead the way
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from August 26 to September 1, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with 657 votes, followed by Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave with 504. The list features a variety of upcoming titles for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5, with Persona 6 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time also ranking highly.
Koei Tecmo Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Atelier Yumia, Fatal Frame 2 Remake, more at new low prices
Koei Tecmo is holding a sale on the Nintendo Switch, offering significant discounts on titles such as Atelier Ryza 2, Fatal Frame 2 Remake, and Atelier Yumia. The sale includes up to 80 percent off various games and runs until September 29, 2026.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Sept. 11: Tokyo Game Show sales begin
PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo are offering various digital game sales, with PlayStation and Xbox kicking off their Tokyo Game Show promotions. Deals include titles like Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Resident Evil Requiem, with PlayStation Plus members receiving additional free games. Nintendo's Customer Appreciation Sale begins tomorrow.
Death Stranding Franchise Likely Barely Broke Even, Could Explain Sony Dropping Physint – Analyst
An analyst suggests that Sony Interactive Entertainment's decision to drop funding for Hideo Kojima's upcoming game, Physint, is likely due to the underperformance of the Death Stranding franchise. Despite the games' critical reception, both Death Stranding and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach have reportedly struggled to break even financially for Sony, leading the company to become more cautious with high-budget projects. Xbox has since stepped in to support Physint.
Grand Theft Auto 6 is already an official Guinness World Record holder, and it's expected to break even more records at launch — 'GTA 6’s release is a really global phenomenon in a way that few things are'
Grand Theft Auto 6 has already set a Guinness World Record for the most-viewed game trailer in 24 hours, accumulating 475 million views. Rockstar Games is expected to break more records at launch, with the game scheduled for release on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. The article also notes Grand Theft Auto 5's sales and Twitch viewership records.
Death Stranding games broke even "but not by much," analyst says, which may explain why Sony axed Physint despite it being Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear successor
Analysts suggest that Sony Interactive Entertainment's decision to cancel Hideo Kojima's next project, Physint, may be linked to the Death Stranding series only breaking even on its substantial budget. While the first game sold well, Death Stranding 2 has underperformed, leading to a low overall return on investment for the franchise. This financial caution, coupled with other recent underperforming titles and canceled live service projects, indicates a shift in Sony's publishing strategy.
Famitsu software sales (8/31/26 – 9/6/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of August 31 to September 6, 2026. Onimusha: Way of the Sword for PlayStation 5 led the charts, followed by Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch. The data includes sales figures for both new releases and cumulative totals for established titles.
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The article discusses player purchasing habits for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, with a significant portion of respondents indicating they will not buy it. It also briefly touches on AI concerns, Marvel's Wolverine, No Man's Sky updates, and the practice of skipping in-game dialogue.
Why Did PlayStation Ditch Kojima? Analysts Suggest Sony May Have Been 'Spooked' by Death Stranding 2 Sales
Analysts suggest Sony Interactive Entertainment may have 'spooked' by the sales performance of Death Stranding 2, leading to their decision to abandon a new game from Hideo Kojima. The article explores the potential reasons behind this decision, focusing on sales figures and industry trends.
GTA 6 extended reveal caused a surge in PS5 and Xbox Series X sales, analysts say – now imagine the response if…
The extended reveal of Grand Theft Auto 6 on Netflix led to a significant surge in PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S sales in the US and UK. Analysts noted a 14% increase in combined console hardware unit sales in the US following the presentation, though the article speculates that higher console prices and RAM shortages may have limited an even larger sales jump.
Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake pre-orders now on sale, $10 discount available
Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time are now available, with a $10 discount on the physical version. The game features reimagined visuals, a refreshed soundtrack, and modernized gameplay, including fully voiced cutscenes and new movement abilities. The physical edition includes special textured foil cover art for initial copies.
Hit PlayStation 5 Shooter Gets Massive 50% Price Cut on PS Store
Battlefield 6 is currently available at a 50% discount on the PlayStation Store, priced at $34.99 for the Standard Edition. This limited-time offer, which also includes discounts on add-ons, will end on September 10, 2026. The game features single-player, multiplayer, and a customizable Portal mode, and was developed by Battlefield Studios.
Popular PS4 & PS5 Shooter Game Gets 90% PlayStation Store Discount
Gearbox Software's Borderlands 3 is currently available for 90% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $5.99 for the base game and $11.99 for the Super Deluxe Edition. This limited-time offer, which includes digital upgrades and PS5 optimization, ends on September 10, 2026. The game features single-player, online co-op, and local split-screen modes.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – September 6, 2026 – Pokemon, Fire Emblem, and Zelda in the top 5
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from August 19-25, shows Nintendo titles dominating the top 5. Pokemon Winds and Waves remains at #1, followed by Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Persona 6 and Persona 5 Revival also feature in the top 5.
