Tag: Capcom
See how it holds up
There have been a bunch of demos released following last week's Partner Showcase, and one of them was for the Monster Hunter spin-off Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. The YouTube channel 'ElAnalistaDeBits' has now shared a side-by-side of this demo to showcase how the Switch 2 performance and resolution compares to...
News Capcom's New IP Is Off To A Promising Start As Demo Hits One Million "Combined Downloads"
But will it translate to sales?
Last week, Capcom finally released the demo for its new IP Pragmata on the Switch 2, allowing users to shoot and hack "on-the-go" or on the big screen at home. Now, following this particular version of the sci-fi action-adventure trial rolling out on the eShop, the "combined downloads" of the "Sketchbook demo" across...
Video Pragmata Demo Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch 2, Xbox Series S, PS5)
The demo went live on Switch 2 this week
Capcom has finally released its demo for Pragmata on the Switch 2 and some side-by-side comparisons to the other versions of the game have now been shared online. If you are wondering this version holds up, according to YouTube channel ElAnalistaDeBits, the Switch 2 will run at a lower resolution than the...
PSA Monster Hunter Stories 3 Switch 2 Trial Demo Now Available, Save Data Carries Over
Start your adventure today!
Capcom featured throughout the latest Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, and apart from updates on Pragmata and Resident Evil Requiem, it also gave Monster Hunter fans another look at the upcoming Switch 2 release
News Pragmata Looks Awesome In New Switch 2 Trailer, Free Demo Arrives Today
No Cap(com)
Capcom popped up at the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase to reveal another look at Pragmata, which arrives on Switch 2 on 24th April 2026. The Switch 2 footage looked pretty strong. Everything seemed to be running at a solid 60fps, which is a welcome sight given how combat-heavy this one appears. After a chance encounter, spacefarer...
Preview Pragmata Might Wind Up Being The Biggest Surprise Of 2026
Excitement, hack-tivate
I have to be honest, I really didn't expect to love Pragmata as much as I do. Early trailers were certainly intriguing, but from a gameplay standpoint, I thought it looked bland and uninspiring. Maybe Capcom’s uncharacteristically lengthy development for the game played a part (it was originally revealed in 2020), but...
News Mega Man: Dual Override Robot Master Design Contest - Top 20 Designs Revealed, Voting Now Open
"Please vote for the design you like best"
[Sun 4th Jan, 2026 01:00 GMT] When Capcom lifted the lid onMega Man: Dual Override at the end of last year, it also announced a new Robot Master Design Contest. This latest competition asked fans to submit a unique design for a Robot Master with a "giant suction arm" and provided an existing template to...
News Resident Evil Requiem Is Getting A Themed MicroSD Express Card
Capcom previously confirmed the physical version is a Game-Key Card
Resident Evil Requiem arrives on the Switch 2 next month and apart from a pro controller, watches, bags and amiibo, there'll also a themed microSD Express Card. This 512GB card comes Powin features the Umbrella Corporation logo on it. Apart from this, it works the same as any other...
News Street Fighter 6's Next DLC Character Arrives This March, First-Look Gameplay Trailer Released
The "Big Apple brawler" enters the ring
Street Fighter 6's roster has continued to grow, and as we enter 2026, Capcom is now looking towards the return of Alex. We saw him in action in a teaser trailer earlier this month, and this week Capcom has now rolled out first-look gameplay of the "Big Apple brawler". No use holding back when faced with...
Anniversary Resident Evil: Deadly Silence Is 20 Years Old Today - Were You A Fan?
You were almost a Jill sandwich!
Resident Evil has a special place in my heart, and not just because it's a stone-cold classic of gaming, a bona fide icon of the horror genre, and all that sort of guff. No, I also have very fond memories of riding the bus home with the original PlayStation release of this particular game clutched tightly to my...
News A Remake Of Resident Evil: Code Veronica Will Supposedly Be Announced This Year
Complete global saturation
Resident Evil Requiem, the next mainline entry in Capcom's survival horror series, is scheduled to launch in just over a month on 27th February 2026. It seems, however, that Capcom might have another title lined up for a reveal later this year. According to Dusk Golem, who has had a history of accurately reporting...
News Limited Edition Resident Evil Requiem Watches Launch Next Month
"I'll buy it at a high price!"
If you're really, really excited for Resident Evil Requiem next month, then you might want to keep an eye out for two limited edition watches from manufacturer Hamilton. Launching alongside the game on 27th February 2026, the two models are featured in the game itself and are (conveniently) worn by both protagonists:...
News Zombies Return In Resident Evil Requiem, But Now They're More Terrifying Than Ever
Ink Ribbons are also back
The Resident Evil Showcase has revealed extensive gameplay for the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem, launching on 27th February, 2026. Not only that, but we've also received official confirmation that zombies are back. But they're slightly different this time... The zombies here are not completely mindless, but rather retain...
News Capcom Announces Resident Evil Showcase, Teases Brand New Gameplay And News For Requiem
Airing later this week
Resident Evil Requiem launches next month on the Switch 2, and as we get closer to this anticipated release, Capcom has announced it will be airing a Resident Evil Showcase this week on 15th January 2026. It promises to feature "brand new gameplay and news" about the upcoming entry starring Grace Ashcroft and Leon Kennedy. Of...
News Resident Evil Requiem's Latest Trailer Teases Bustling City Environment
How will it hold up on Switch 2?
Resident Evil Requiem arrives on the Switch 2 and multiple other platforms next month, and ahead of the anticipated release, new footage has surfaced at CES 2026 this week. During Nvidia's PC showcase of the title featuring path tracing and DLSS 4 with multi frame generation, a new setting in the series has...
News Capcom Arcade Stadium Physical Features Five Cover Options, But Which Is Your Favourite?
Pre-orders open this week
Back in its 10th anniversary special presentation, Limited Run Games announced that it was teaming up with Capcom on a line of physical releases. One of the titles falling in this physical line-up was Capcom Arcade Stadium, which had a vague '2026' release date attached. Well, with the new year finally upon us, we've got...
Rumour Monster Hunter Wilds' Latest Update Has Fans Talking About A Switch 2 Version
Is Capcom up to something?
Capcom’s Monster Hunter series has sold incredibly well on Nintendo hardware over the years and while there have been no official updates about the mainline series returning to Switch hardware anytime soon, something rather interesting has apparently been discovered in a new Monster Hunter Wilds datamine. In the...
Video Pragmata Hands-On Impressions Shared By Capcom
Update: Capcom shares 'Part 2'
[Sat 13th Dec, 2025 00:35 GMT]: Capcom yesterday announced its new sci-fi action adventure Pragmata, starring Hugh and his android companion Diana, would be coming to the Switch 2 in April 2026. As you might have already heard, this title (where you explore a lunar research station) adds a "unique hacking twist" to...
News Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection Continues The Celebration March 2026
It's a good time to be a Mega Man fan
Mega Man is having a heck of a week — just a few days after Capcom revealed that the Blue Bomber will be getting a brand new game in 2027, we've also got a release date for Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection (thanks, Gematsu!).
News Capcom Surprises Mega Man 11 Players With A New Update
"Adding support for two new languages"
It's been a huge week for Mega Man, with Capcom revealing a brand-new entry in the series will be coming to the Switch, Switch 2 and other platforms in 2027. Surprisingly, Capcom has another announcement to share about Blue Bomber. Mega Man 11, which was released on the Switch in 2018 (that's seven years...
News Capcom Game Awards Switch And Switch 2 eShop Deals, Save Up To 85%
Sales for Mega Man, Resident Evil and much more!
Capcom had a big presence at this year's Game Awards, and to go out with a bang, the company is celebrating its games with a special "limited time" sale, offering up to 85% off select titles. So, if you're looking for a deal on Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil, or something else in Capcom's...
News Mega Man Returns In 2027 With A "Brand-New Entry" For Switch And Switch 2
Here's a first look at the gameplay
Perhaps one of the biggest surprises of The Game Awards this year was the announcement of Mega Man: Dual Override for the Switch and Switch 2. It will be releasing on Nintendo systems (and other platforms) at some point in 2027. Along with this news was a first look at the gameplay, it doesn't really show all...
Video Here's Your First Look At The Street Fighter Live-Action Movie, Due Out 2026
This trailer goes HARD!
At The Game Awards, Street Fighter fans got a surprise teaser of the upcoming live-action movie, due out in 2026. It's a high-energy sneak peek with some interesting cinematography, fight scenes that would look right at home in a martial arts movie, and even the bonus stage where you beat the hell of a car. The cast also...
News Surprise! Capcom Is Bringing Pragmata To Switch 2, amiibo And Demo Also Confirmed
Clear any plans you had for April 2026
At The Game Awards pre-show, Capcom revealed it would be bringing Pragmata to the Switch 2 on 24th April 2026. Pre-orders are now live for $59.99 and some
News "I Was A Selfish Idiot" - Hideki Kamiya On Why Resident Evil 2 Had No Returning Characters
Claire Redfield was eventually added as a key connection
Hideki Kamiya, the famed game creator who made his directorial debut with the original Resident Evil 2, has been talking a lot about the survival horror series in recent days. Originally released in 1998, Resident Evil 2 was a significant step up from the first game, though its production was...
News Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection Has Been Rated For Switch
More Mega Man action in 2026
Capcom lifted the lid on Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection in September, mentioning at the time how this new retro package would be arriving on the Switch at some point in 2026. In an update, this new collection featuring multiple titles from the DS generation has now been rated E10+ by the ESRB – with the rating...
News Resident Evil Requiem's Switch 2 Physical Release Includes A Lenticular Edition
Update: It will be available for all platforms
When the Switch 2 version of Resident Evil Requiem arrives next February, Nintendo fans can look forward to a few extra goodies, such as a limited edition Pro Controller and eventually a themed amiibo. As highlighted by many Nintendo enthusiasts online, it seems there could be another surprise. If you...
News Capcom Releases Switch eShop Demo For Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny
Download it now
Earlier this year, Capcom surprised fans with the announcement of a remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny for the Switch and multiple other platforms. The same title eventually arrived in March of this year, and now in another update, Capcom has this week released a demo, which you can download right now from the eShop...
News Capcom Has "No Plan" At This Stage For A Resident Evil Requiem Demo
No "try before you buy" option
The Switch 2 has already got a decent library of demos, but if you were hoping to see something similar for Capcom's upcoming title Resident Evil Requiem, it supposedly won't be happening...at least right now. Speaking to Australian game website Stevivor recently, Requiem's producer Masato Kumazawa revealed there is...
News "These Shouldn't Be The Only Games Being Made" - Keiji Inafune Critical Of Reliance On Big IPs
"I didn’t dwell on my past hits"
Mega Man artist and Mighty No. 9 creator Keiji Inafune has been a huge name in the industry for nearly four decades, so you could say he's got a fair bit of experience. Recently, the producer gave a talk at South Korea’s Console Game Developer Conference 2025, and has a few strong words for developers and...
News Street Fighter 6 X Ghosts 'n Goblins Collab Announced, Includes Classic Game And More
Ghouls 'n Ghosts returns
Following Halloween last week, Capcom has now released a Ghosts 'n Goblins Gala Fighter Pass for Street Fighter 6. This pass (featuring some free unlocks) comes loaded with premium rewards including new EX Colours for Blanka and A.K.I., new titles, new challenger screen illustrations, sounds and effects, avatar gear,...
News Resident Evil Pro Controller Is Available To Pre-Order, But Its Price Is Terrifying
A few Bingo wins might be needed
Shortly following its official announcement, the Resident Evil Pro Controller for Switch 2 has become available to pre-order. So if you're really keen on picking this up, you might want to get moving before it's sold out. Something's telling us, however, that this might not happen, because good lord is it expensive...
Series' 30th anniversary looms
Capcom has announced a new collaboration between Resident Evil and Japanese metal group BABYMETAL, but its debut has fans divided on the franchise's apparent obsession with Lady Dimitrescu. The collaboration will result in some special Resident Evil / BABYMETAL merchandise landing in 2026, presumably to directly...
News Street Fighter 6 McDonald's EX Colours Now Available, Here's Every Free Code
Update: New codes for Guile and Akuma released
[Sun 26th Oct, 2025 09:30 GMT]: McDonald's Japan recently teamed up with Capcom's Street Fighter series to offer a new range of burgers. If you're not able to make it to Japan in time to taste test each one, this might be the next best thing. The global fast food restaurant is now offering free...
Round Up Limited Run Games 10th Anniversary Special - Every Switch Announcement & Physical
Now including Capcom titles
The physical distributor Limited Run Games held a 10-year anniversary special this week, revealing over 25 new physical releases. We've already highlighted one rare NES platformer on the way to the Switch in 2026, and now, here's a round up of all the other Switch-related reveals. Limited Run also announced during this...
News Resident Evil Requiem Pre-Orders Live, Switch 2 Pro Controller And Amiibo Confirmed
Horrifyingly good
Capcom has revealed a bunch of new information for Resident Evil Requiem ahead of its Switch 2 launch next year on 27th February. Pre-orders are now live via the Switch 2 eShop, with a standard edition priced at £64.99 / $69.99 and a deluxe edition at £74.99 / $79.99. The latter will grant you the following bonus features, while...
News Monster Hunter Wilds Sales Hit The Brakes So Hard Last Quarter, Even 'Rise' Outsold It
Rise and shine
Capcom has today shared its latest financial results for Q2 of FY2025/26, and the software sales numbers have left us rubbing our eyes and pulling a double take — is that the four-year-old Monster Hunter Rise putting up more new sales than Monster Hunter Wilds? The answer is yes, yes it is. As noted by our friends over at
News Resident Evil 0 Remake Rumours Make The Rounds Again
All aboard the Ecliptic Express
Rumours regarding a potential remake of Resident Evil 0 have been simmering for a little while now, but a new report from mp1st (thanks, Pure Xbox) has added further fuel to the fire. The remake is supposedly real and currently operating under the codename 'Chamber', which is presumably a blatant reference to prota
Hands On Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 Footage - A Surprisingly Tense Port
Spooky fun in the palms of your hands
[video: warned: It's Resident Evil, so there are some grisly, head-bitey bits in this video After so many years of performance issues on the original Switch, I haven’t quite gotten used to the fact that most games on Switch 2 hit a stable 60fps and that modern third-party blockbusters run on it well. As such,...
News Capcom Teases Brand New amiibo For Monster Hunter Stories 3, Here's A Look
The next entry arrives on Switch 2 in 2026
Nintendo's amiibo series has got a boost in recent times, thanks to games like Donkey Kong Bananza and the Super Mario Galaxy package. Third-party developers such as Capcom have also continued to build the amiibo line. And now, following its Street Fighter 6 series, the same company is teasing at least...
News Get Your First Proper Look At C. Viper Gameplay In Street Fighter 6
Plus, Mech Zangie-F returns
Ahead of her debut on 15th October 2025, C. Viper gets the spotlight with a brand new gameplay trailer for Street Fighter 6. Available as part of the Year 3 Ultimate / Character Pass, C. Viper (or Crimson Viper) was originally introduced to the series in the 2008 entry Street Fighter IV. She retains her signature moves...
News We're Not Getting A New Game, But 'Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy' Gets A Free Update
HOLD IT!
In a surprise announcement during its TGS 2025 Online Program, Capcom has announced a big free update for the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy on Switch (and other platforms) coming on 19th November 2025. Of course, fans are probably disappointed that it's not a brand new game, but this update does bring the trilogy up-to-snuff with...
News Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection Details Additional Features In New Trailer
There's a starman
After being announced just over a week ago during the Japanese Nintendo Direct broadcast, Capcom has shared an updated trailer and a few new details about the upcoming Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection. The trailer was shown during Capcom's TGS 2025 Online Program and, as you'd expect from
News Capcom Switch 2 Launch Title Gets Its First Big eShop Discount (US)
Capcom's Switch library is also on sale
If you've been hanging out for a Switch 2 eShop bargain, it seems the first major third-party one has arrived. Capcom is currently offering Street Fighter 6 (which was a launch title for Nintendo's new system in June) for half price in the US. This takes this title, which has now surpassed five million...
News Capcom Gears Up For Street Fighter 6's Next Season 3 DLC Character, Coming Soon
"C.Viper Arrives" Fighter Pass revealed
[Fri 27th Jun, 2025 00:45 BST]: Capcom recently revealed the Season 3 DLC roster for Street Fighter 6, confirming Sagat, C. Viper, Alex and Ingrid would be joining the battle. Now, in an update during its Spotlight broadcast today, the company has locked in a date for the first fighter. Along with a brief...
News Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection Sells 1 Million Copies
Shame we probably won't get another
Capcom has announced that Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics has sold a total of 1 million copies since its launch in September 2024 (thanks, Push Square). Announced via social media, the translated post reads: MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection global sales surpass 1 million copies!...
News Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection Brings DS RPGs To Switch In 2026
Starstruck
It's been a busy day thanks to Nintendo's huge hour-long Direct, but the Japanese broadcast still managed to have a surprise in store for us — Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection. Coming to Switch in 2026, Capcom announced the collection via the Japanese showcase, but also dropped an English trailer, confirming we'd be seeing the...
News Monster Hunter Stories 3 Will Roar Onto Switch 2 In March 2026
No twist of fate
During the big hour-long Nintendo Direct, Capcom's Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection got a release date for Switch 2! And it's landing on the console on 13th March 2026. The game was revealed back in July's Partner Showcase and has received a huge glow-up from its lovely-looking predecessors. But this is more of that...
News Resident Evil Requiem Has Been Officially Confirmed For Switch 2
Along with RE7 and RE: Village
Following recent rumours, Capcom has confirmed that Resident Evil Requiem will launch on the Switch 2 alongside the other platforms on 27th February 2026. This entry will follow Grace Ashcroft as she investigates mysterious deaths, including that of her mother, RE: Outbreak's Alyssa Ashcroft. The game will also...
News Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Receives An Update (Version 1.0.4), Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Try it out now on Switch and Switch 2
Apart from the release of Street Fighter 6 on the Switch 2 this year, Capcom also released Capcom Fighting Collection 2 just before the arrival of the new Nintendo hardware. Last month, this same collection of classics received a "free title update" - unlocking additional characters in Street Fighter Alper 3...
