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Japan: Latest Famitsu readers most wanted games
Famitsu has published its latest reader poll for most wanted games in Japan. The next mainline Pokemon titles, Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves, continue to lead the rankings with 678 votes. This list reflects current player anticipation for upcoming releases in the region.
Hermen Hulst Allegedly Said Sony's PC Ports Didn't Make Enough Money
Sony has reportedly decided to stop porting its first-party single-player PlayStation 5 games to PC, with PS Studios boss Hermen Hulst citing insufficient revenue from previous ports. This decision follows comments from PlayStation CEO Hideaki Nishino about enhancing the unique value of the PlayStation experience. While some fans agree, PC players argue that late, sub-optimal releases and high prices contributed to the poor sales.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 19: Dispatch your wallets
This article highlights various digital game sales available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch for the weekend of June 19. It features discounts on a wide range of titles, including notable games like Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, Dave the Diver, and Grand Theft Auto 5, across different storefronts and subscription services.
Dead Space and Mass Effect trilogy are less than £5 right now in huge sale
Several Electronic Arts titles are heavily discounted on Steam, with the Dead Space remake available for £4.99 and Mass Effect Legendary Edition for £3.99. Other notable deals include Star Wars: Squadrons, Titanfall 2, Battlefield 1, and Sonic Mania, all priced under £5.
MMO Business Roundup: Global games revenue, Sony’s store lawsuit, and Microsoft’s impending ‘bloodbath’
This industry roundup covers several key topics: Sony faces a lawsuit over its PlayStation Store "buy now" buttons, global games revenue reached $201.6 billion in 2025 with mobile dominating sales, and Microsoft is reportedly preparing for significant layoffs within its Xbox division.
Yes, I know you want the Banjo-Kazooie handheld, but there's a Super Pocket flavor that could save you a few…
While the new Banjo-Kazooie edition of the Super Pocket retro handheld is appealing, alternative versions like the TECHNOS edition can be purchased for less and later combined with a physical Banjo-Kazooie collection. This approach offers a cost-saving opportunity for those not prioritizing the specific Rare branding or its included back-catalog.
Get a make your own bundle including Evil Within 1 & 2 and Disco Elysium for $9.99 on Fanatical
Fanatical is offering a "Best of Platinum Collection" bundle where customers can choose a minimum of three games for $9.99. The price per game decreases as more titles are added, with options including The Evil Within 1 & 2, Disco Elysium, and RoboCop: Rogue City. Games are delivered as Steam codes.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia back in the top five
EA Sports FC 26 has reclaimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026, driven by World Cup interest. Nintendo's Pokemon Pokopia also re-entered the top five, leading other Nintendo exclusives like Mario Kart World and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.
Following Gears of War: E-Day's declaration of Xbox exclusivity, Halo: Campaign Evolved is already climbing PlayStation pre-order charts
Halo: Campaign Evolved is seeing strong pre-order sales on the PlayStation Store, topping charts in several regions despite being an Xbox exclusive IP. This success, alongside other Xbox titles like Forza Horizon 5 and Sea of Thieves appearing on PlayStation, raises questions about Microsoft's console exclusive strategy. The remake is built on Unreal Engine 5 and has reportedly revitalized the original game's content.
As hype builds for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, fans are flocking back to play (the heavily discounted) Remake and Rebirth on Steam
Following a strong trailer reveal for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, interest in the series has surged, with both Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth seeing significant discounts on Steam. These sales led to over 10,000 concurrent players for Remake and over 6,700 for Rebirth, indicating strong player engagement ahead of the final installment's 2027 release. The upcoming game promises a vast world and a climactic conclusion to Cloud's story.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 14, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves still dominating
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with over 600 votes from Japanese gamers. Splatoon Raiders and Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo follow closely. Super Bomberman Collection - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition makes its debut on the chart.
Resident Evil Requiem just hit its lowest price on Steam, and keys are even cheaper at Fanatical
Resident Evil Requiem is currently available at its lowest price on Steam, with discounted keys also offered by Fanatical. The article highlights the game's critical reception, praising its blend of survival horror and action, and its successful balance of fan service and mainline series continuity.
Japanese Charts: Switch 2 Sales Continue To Slip, But Tomodachi Life Holds The Newbies At Bay
Nintendo Switch hardware sales in Japan continue to decline following a price hike, with only approximately 23,000 units sold. Despite this, Nintendo software remains strong, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream leading sales, followed by new releases Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and eFootball Kick-Off!.
Monster Hunter: World has now sold over 30m units worldwide, becoming Capcom's "best-selling single title of all time"
Capcom announced that Monster Hunter: World has surpassed 30 million units sold worldwide, making it the company's best-selling single title. This milestone comes as Capcom prepares for the launch of the expansion-sized DLC, Ascendance, for Monster Hunter Wilds next year. The company also noted its ninth consecutive year of record profits, despite some performance issues with Monster Hunter Wilds.
UK Charts: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Makes A Solid Debut On Switch 2
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth debuted at number 4 on the UK physical sales charts for the Nintendo Switch 2. While the game has been available on PlayStation 5 for over two years, its strong performance on Nintendo's new console is notable, with all sales attributed to the Switch 2, including those from its Game-Key Card format.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 7, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves again on top
The latest Famitsu most wanted games chart shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with nearly 600 votes from Japanese gamers. Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok made its debut on the chart at number 30. The rankings are based on reader votes cast between May 20 and May 25.
IO Interactive Delighted About 007 First Light Performance, Explains Development Budget
IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak expressed delight over 007 First Light selling 3 million copies in its first week, exceeding expectations. He confirmed the game's reported $200 million budget includes development, marketing, and bonuses, though not solely the product cost. Future sequels will be published by Amazon Game Studios.
Atari hosting big Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with Atari 50, Power Rangers, System Shock remake and remaster, and more at new low prices
Atari is hosting a significant sale on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The sale features numerous titles, including Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration, System Shock remake, System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster, and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind, with many games reaching their lowest prices ever. The sale will continue until June 23, 2026.
Wolverine PS5 Cuts Through the Crowd, Tops PS Store Pre-Order Charts
Marvel's Wolverine has quickly topped the PlayStation Store pre-order charts, surpassing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 in several regions. Insomniac Games confirmed the title is a linear, single-player, globe-trotting adventure, not an open-world game like the Marvel's Spider-Man series. The Deluxe Edition, priced at $79.99, is the best-selling version.
Famitsu software sales (5/25/26 – 5/31/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of May 25-31. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped the charts, followed by 007 First Light and Pokemon Pokopia on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 respectively. The data includes sales figures for the top 30 best-selling games across various platforms.
