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Square Enix Q1 profit soars following Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launch on Switch 2 and Xbox
Square Enix reported a significant surge in first-quarter profit, driven by strong sales of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S, alongside other titles like The Adventures of Elliot. The company's Digital Entertainment segment saw operating income rise by 91.8%, contributing to an overall profit increase of 175.5%.
GTA 6’s $100 Ultimate Edition Has More Pre-Orders Than the Standard Edition, Says Take-Two CEO
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed that the premium edition of Grand Theft Auto 6 is outselling the standard edition in pre-orders, suggesting avid consumers are driving early sales. The Ultimate Edition, priced at $99.99, offers exclusive in-game content and services. The game is set to release on November 19th for Xbox Series X and PC.
Brand New Day Is Giving Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Its Biggest Sales Boost In Years
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has experienced its largest sales boost in years, selling an estimated 316,000 copies on PS5 and PC since the release of the movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The game has now sold 18.2 million units, with the movie's hype credited for driving a significant portion of recent sales. Insomniac Games also released a PS5 Pro update and a new costume inspired by the film.
2026 PS5 Reboot of Beloved 90s Series Half Price on PlayStation Store
The PlayStation 5 racing game Screamer, a reboot of a 90s franchise developed by Milestone, is currently available for half price on the PlayStation Store. This limited-time deal offers the game at $29.99 until August 13th, with a full game trial available for PS Plus Premium subscribers and a free demo also on the store.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – August 9, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves at #1, Xenoblade Genesis still moving up
The latest Famitsu most wanted games chart shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading in popularity among Japanese gamers. Xenoblade Genesis has climbed to 8th place, while The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remains in third. The chart reflects votes cast between July 22 and July 28.
GTA 6 Preorders Are “Unprecedented” Across The Industry, Take-Two Claims
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that Grand Theft Auto 6 preorders have been unprecedented across the industry. While acknowledging the high demand, Zelnick remained cautiously optimistic about sales, emphasizing that preorders can be canceled. The game is still slated for release on November 19 with a price point of $80.
'I was this close': Teenage dev's $200 joke game made nearly $1.4 million on Steam before the refunds…
An 18-year-old developer, Michael Major, made nearly $1.4 million on Steam with his joke game, 'This Game Costs 200 Dollars.' However, most sales were immediately refunded, particularly from China, leaving Major with a net profit of just over $2,000. The game, described as a low-effort RPG, was intentionally priced high as a commentary on Steam's pricing policies.
The Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Marvel's Spider-Man resurgence proves that games don't always need new…
Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Marvel's Spider-Man games are experiencing significant player count surges, driven by the success of recent blockbuster films. Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" has boosted interest in Assassin's Creed Odyssey, while "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" has propelled Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered back into Steam's top sellers. This trend highlights the growing synergy between film and gaming, where movies can effectively revitalize older titles and extend player experiences.
Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto 5 Continue to Top PS5, Xbox Series X/S Most-Played Charts in the US
Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto 5 continue to dominate the most-played game charts on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in the US, according to data from Circana's Mat Piscatella. The lists are largely comprised of long-running live-service titles and annual sports games, with only a few new releases like Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls and Shift at Midnight making brief appearances in the top 20.
Viral Steam Game Made $1.3 Million But Creator Only Got $2,000 After Mass Refunds
An 18-year-old developer named Michael Major generated $1.38 million in gross revenue for his joke game 'This Game Costs $200' on Steam. However, due to an overwhelming 99.9% refund rate, Major only received approximately $2,000. The game, which was priced at the maximum allowed on Steam, saw most of its sales originate from China, leading the developer to speculate about potential money laundering.
Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered and Spider-Man 2 swing into Steam's Top 10 best-selling games list following Brand New Day's $927m opening weekend haul
Following the massive box office success of the movie 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day', Insomniac Games' titles 'Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered' and 'Marvel's Spider-Man 2' have seen a significant surge in sales, climbing into Steam's Top 10 best-selling games list. The movie's popularity, combined with discounts and a new in-game costume, is credited with driving players to purchase the games.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – August 2, 2026 – Xenoblade Genesis in top 10, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort makes first appearance
The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart reveals Xenoblade Genesis entering the top ten and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave climbing to second place. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort makes its debut on the list at number 30, with the chart based on reader votes cast between July 15 and July 21.
Bandai Namco Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Tales of Graces f Remastered, Little Nightmares 3, and more at new low prices
Bandai Namco is holding a sale on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring significant discounts on titles such as Tales of Graces f Remastered and Little Nightmares 3. The sale includes a variety of other games, with prices reduced until August 10.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 31: PlayStation Summer Sale Part 2
The PlayStation Summer Sale has entered its second phase, featuring discounts on games like Saros and Ghost of Yotei, alongside first-time deals on Saros and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The Nintendo eShop also has sales on Bethesda, Capcom, and Annapurna Interactive titles. Xbox Game Pass deals are available for subscribers, and general sales are open to all Xbox users.
Baldur's Gate 3 hits its lowest price ever as Larian celebrates 3 years of RPG greatness: "This is the price…
Larian Studios is celebrating three years of Baldur's Gate 3 with its largest sale to date, offering a 30% discount on PC, Steam, GOG, and PlayStation 5 versions. This marks the lowest price the critically acclaimed RPG has ever reached, with the developer highlighting the sale as a celebration of the game's legacy and player adventures.
Popular 2024 PS5 RPG 60% Off on PlayStation Store, Lowest Price
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, a 2024 PlayStation 5 action RPG from Square Enix, is currently 60% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $19.99 as part of a limited-time Summer Sale ending August 13. This marks the lowest price for the game, which is the sequel to Final Fantasy VII Remake and is exclusive to current-gen platforms.
Famitsu software sales (7/20/26 – 7/26/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of July 20-26, 2026. Splatoon Raiders for the Nintendo Switch 2 debuted at number one with 474,684 units sold. The Nintendo Switch remains the dominant platform, with several titles from its library appearing in the top 30.
Evening Reading - July 29, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several gaming industry updates, including a sequel in development for Wuchang: Fallen Feathers and a DLC release for Pokemon Pokopia. Financial reports from Capcom, SK Hynix, Electronic Arts, Facebook, and Microsoft are highlighted, with EA CEO Andrew Wilson's compensation increasing due to Battlefield 6's success. Additionally, Facebook's Reality Labs reported significant losses, while Silent Hill: Townfall is noted for its innovative use of outdated technology. The article also touches on streaming events and new content for Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
Subnautica 2’s 5M+ box sales helped Krafton reach record-setting second quarter earnings for this year
Krafton reported record-setting second quarter earnings, driven by over 5 million sales of Subnautica 2 within 22 days of its early access release and continued growth of PUBG. Despite a net profit deficit due to a $250 million payout to Unknown Worlds, the company plans to develop Subnautica into a lasting franchise IP.
Select Physical Resident Evil Games on PS5 Are Back to $16 at Amazon
Several Resident Evil titles, including the remakes of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4, along with Resident Evil 7, are available for $16 on PlayStation 5 at Amazon. This sale brings popular entries in the survival horror series to a discounted price.