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Octopath Traveler 0 Won't Even Let You Pay To Upgrade From Switch To Switch 2
Apparently, the zero in Octopath Traveler 0's title stands for zero upgrades, because Square Enix has confirmed that there will be no way to upgrade from a Switch version of the recently announced RPG to a Switch 2 version.
In a follow up to the game's announcement on Bluesky, the publisher clarified that the physical and digital versions of Octopath Traveler 0 on the Switch 2 could only be played by the newest system. Pretty standard, right? It then, however, went on to state that it also wouldn't be supporting upgrades between versions and that players will just have to buy whichever version of the game they want separately.
The full post from Square Enix reads, "It is not possible to upgrade from the Switch version to the Switch 2 version once purchased. There are also no plans for an option to upgrade to the Switch 2 version in the future. Please make sure you purchase the correct version."
Continue Reading at GameSpotEvo 2025: How To Watch Every Tournament, Announcement, And Exhibition
The fighting game community is set to descend on Las Vegas this weekend, as Evo 2025--this year's edition of the largest competitive fighting game event in the world--takes place August 1-3 in the Las Vegas Convention Center. Eight main tournaments, eight tournaments in the new "Extended Lineup," a showcase of fighting game news and panels, and much more is on tap for the weekend--and with so much to choose from, finding exactly what you're looking for may prove challenging.
Evo will run streams from 10 different Twitch channels--as well as the official Evo YouTube channel--throughout the weekend, with each one featuring a full slate of games and announcements. Below is the full schedule of planned events, as well as the individual Twitch channels you'll find them on.
Final Arena Lineup Registration Leaderboard for #Evo2025.
See the full breakdown of these numbers, including Extended Lineup stats, entrant crossover, and country data: https://t.co/cCezvhGWRH pic.twitter.com/dEXOlV5w03
This year's official Evo tournament series will feature over 13,000 unique entries across 16 different games--eight in the main Arena lineup and eight in the new Extended lineup. The list of games, along with the number of registered participants for each tournament, is below:
Continue Reading at GameSpotMonster Hunter Wilds Expansion Is Coming Sooner Than Expected After Suffering Underwhelming Sales
Monster Hunter Wilds had a hot start earlier in 2025 on its way to becoming one of the best-selling games of the year. However, Capcom's franchise has hit some serious turbulence in the form of declining sales, which may be why the publisher is releasing Monster Hunter Wilds' expansion sooner than expected.
Capcom has moved up the release of Wilds' expansion from the end of September to August 13. This update will introduce a new level of difficulty, a new rewards system, adjustments to weapons balance, and more.
An update on release date and content of update Ver.1.021
The expansion of endgame content which was originally planned as part of Title Update 3 in late September will now be released ahead of schedule as part of the Ver.1.021 update. To accommodate this change, this update… pic.twitter.com/aQF1oFMCFR
Capcom has also shared its quarterly report for investors, and the numbers aren't good for Monster Hunter Wilds. Between April 1 and June 30, Wilds sold only 477k copies, which was only slightly above its predecessor, Monster Hunter Rise, with 389k copies. Even Devil May Cry 5 outsold Monster Hunter Wilds in that period, with 1,782,000 copies. The high number for that game may be due to the Netflix anime adaptation.
Continue Reading at GameSpotMicrosoft Reached $4 Trillion Valuation After Mass Layoffs
Microsoft achieved a $4 trillion market cap, becoming just the second company ever to reach that valuation. Microsoft is now the No. 2 most valuable company on the planet, trailing only Nvidia. The climbing valuation comes just after Microsoft laid off 9,000+ people, including major cuts at Xbox.
Microsoft reported earnings on Wednesday, and the company beat expectations. The company's stock price jumped after that, helping push Microsoft's total valuation above $4 trillion. The stock price has since cooled off, dropping Microsoft back below $4 trillion but still ranking No. 2 overall. Microsoft is currently trading at around $538 per share, which is up 28% year-to-date and up 163% over the past five years.
The top five companies on the planet ranked by market cap include Nvidia, Microsoft, Apple, Amazon, and Alphabet, in that order.
Continue Reading at GameSpotDragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake Gets A Free Switch 2 Upgrade
While today's Nintendo Partner Direct wrapped up with a couple of Square Enix reveals, there was one more announcement from the RPG maker that only made an appearance in the Japanese version of the Direct. As detailed on an FAQ page, Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake is getting a free Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade, though it doesn't sound like a particularly big one.
According to the FAQ, the update includes "Graphical improvements which make the game appear sharper and smoother," and "Additional options which allow players to prioritize frame rate or graphics." It also stressed that "No changes have been made to the story or which items can be obtained in the game," so it really does just sound like a case of making the game look a bit prettier and run a bit better on Switch 2. The update is available today.
There was also a new trailer for Dragon Quest 1+2 HD Remake, seemingly framed as a release date trailer, though that was revealed back in May. Weirdly, despite releasing on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, the Dragon Quest 1+2 HD Remake won't be getting an upgrade path for the original Switch, so it'll be up to you as to whether you want to hold out on picking it up if you don't have a Switch 2 yet.
Continue Reading at GameSpotOnce Upon A Katamari Revealed, Gets October Release Date
As announced during today's Nintendo Partner Direct, there's a new Katamari game on the way. Once Upon A Katamari is the first new game in the series for consoles since 2011--Katamari Damacy Rolling Live released exclusively for Apple Arcade earlier this year--and it, unsurprisingly, sees the King of All Cosmos causing trouble for everyone's favourite Prince.
This time, the King accidentally destroyed the Earth, moon, and countless other stars, sending The Prince off on a time-hopping journey through the Jurassic Period, the Ice Age, historic Japan, Ancient Rome, and more. This game introduces items to help you along the way, like a magnet that pulls in nearby objects, a rocket that propels you forward, and a timer that freezes moving objects and time itself.
You'll have a huge range of new cousins to choose from to play as in this one, 69 total ("How nice") if you include The Prince. That includes one that looks like two people in a horse costume, another that looks like a cactus, and one that's just straight-up a mushroom. The Prince and all his cousins can be customized too, and there's a new multiplayer mode called KatamariBall where you can "roll around with up to four players online."
Continue Reading at GameSpotPersona 3 Reload Makes The Jump Over To Nintendo This October
Persona 3 Reload is officially coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 23, 2025, as announced during Thursday's Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase. This version arrives well after the game's initial release in February 2024 across PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One, Series X|S, and PC. Preorders will be available later today on the eShop.
Persona 3 Reload follows a high school student who transfers to Gekkoukan High and discovers a mysterious hidden hour known as the "Dark Hour," which occurs between one day and the next. During this time, the world transforms into a twisted, shadow-infested realm, and only a select few can remain conscious. The protagonist joins SEES (Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad), a group of students who use powerful beings called Personas to battle Shadows and uncover the secrets behind the Dark Hour, Tartarus (a massive tower that appears only during this time), and a looming catastrophe tied to death itself.
A Switch port had been rumored for a while now, with Atlus initially deciding against a Nintendo Switch version. Developers previously admitted that "the idea is there" if the team opted to pursue it, but it was never truly planned for the original hardware, citing "performance concerns."
Continue Reading at GameSpotChillin By The Fire Out Today On Switch 2, Allows You To Chill By A Fire
As part of the Nintendo Direct briefing, Nintendo and Oink Games announced Chillin by the Fire, a new game launching today where you chill by the fire.
Anyone who has ever sat around with friends by a fire knows how peaceful and enjoyable that experience can be, and the game aims to replicate those good vibes. But you cannot just sit there, as players have to closely monitor the flow of air and moisture of firewood to ensure a smooth, consistent, and enjoyable burn. Chillin by the Fire also supports the Switch 2's GameShare feature, so players can sync up with friends and chill by the fire, with their real faces displayed on screen.
There are "Campfire Convo" prompts for multiplayer to help get people talking. One of prompts shown in the video was, "Hey, by the way, is there a place that makes a sound you love?"
Continue Reading at GameSpotMafia: The Old Country Launch Times Revealed
Mafia: The Old Country is launching a week from today on August 8. In an effort to make sure players are ready for its release, 2K has revealed the game’s global unlock times. They all center on a late Thursday or early Friday morning, with slight changes based on time zone and platform; in some cases, Mafia: The Old Country will be made available on PC/Steam before console and vice versa.
When it comes to the US, the PC version is always unlocked first. Those residing on the west coast will get to play Mafia: The Old Country starting as early as 9 AM PT on August 7, with the central and eastern time zones following suit at 11 AM CT and 12 PM ET respectively. Console players will have till wait a bit longer; the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions will become available on August 7 at 9 PM PT, 11 PM CT and 12 AM ET (on August 8).
Of course, Mafia: The Old Country’s release window differs a bit when it comes to the rest of the world.
Continue Reading at GameSpotOctopath Traveler 0 Revealed And It Already Has A Release Date
As part of the July Nintendo Direct, Square Enix announced Octopath Traveler 0. The newest entry in the HD-2D series launches for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on December 4. The game was revealed during the Nintendo Direct, but it is also coming to PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store.
It's called Octopath Traveler 0 because players "start from zero" and go on a quest for "restoration and retribution." Along the way, players will "confront powerful villains and rebuild your hometown."
"Octopath Traveler 0 is an expansive RPG that offers a fresh and exciting take on this acclaimed franchise," reads a line from the game's description. "The game tells a gripping story of restoration and retribution, set across the realm of Orsterra. Our tale begins in the idyllic town of Wishvale in the verdant Woodlands region--although it's not peaceful for long. Due to an… unfortunate event we won't ruin here, the charming settlement is completely destroyed."
Continue Reading at GameSpotSquare Enix Has A New HD-2D Action-RPG Coming, Switch 2 Demo Out Now
A brand-new HD-2D action-RPG from Square Enix has been announced during today's Nintendo Direct presentation. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is set to release during 2026, but a demo exclusively for Switch 2 players will be available later today followed by a post-play survey to get feedback.
The game, which is developed by Team Asano--responsible for the Octopath Traveler and Bravely Default series--follows the story of Elliot and his fairy companion, Faie, They travel across Philabeldia--a continent overrun by tribes of beasts, while a protection spell cast by Princess Heuria keeps the Kingdom of Huther safe. After a set of ruins is discovered beyond the castle walls, Elliot and Faie head out to investigate.
Elliot and Faie face multiple challenging battles fought with swords, bows, chains and sickles, and more. There are seven weapon types in total, but you can strengthen those by equipping different combinations of Magicite--collections of skills and buffs that alter the way you fight. One such example is the Linked Arrows Magicite, which adds an extra hit to enemies around your target when using a bow.
Continue Reading at GameSpotPlants Vs. Zombies Replanted Announced For Switch Systems, Coming In October
EA revealed Plants vs. Zombies Replanted for Switch and Switch 2 at today's Nintendo Direct presentation. The remaster brings back the original tower-defense title with HD visuals and new local co-op functionality.
Plants vs. Zombies Replanted will provide "the same charm, chaos, and sun-powered defense players know and love," according to EA. That means positioning different garden friends, like Peashooters and Cob Cannon, on a backyard grid to mow down the undead, who are moving from right to left to attack. Eventually, players will meet Crazy Dave, who sells upgrades to protect your yard. In addition, EA stated in a press release that Plants vs. Zombies Replanted will offer "new levels, fresh twists, and 15 years of never-before-seen franchise history at your fingertips."
The original game launched in 2009 on PC and then came out on iPhone and Xbox 360 in 2010--plus a ton of other platforms afterward. Plants vs. Zombies also started a whole new franchise, including spin-off titles like Garden Warfare.
Continue Reading at GameSpotHyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment Trailer Shows Partner Attacks And More
During today's Nintendo Direct presentation, Koei Tecmo debuted a new trailer for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, the Musou-style action game that was announced during a Nintendo Switch 2 Direct earlier this year.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment takes place in Hyrule's distant past, and it follows Princess Zelda after she's transported back in time during the events of Tears of the Kingdom. Many characters who appeared in TOTK during those flashbacks--including King Rauru and Queen Sonia--will fight enemy hordes alongside Zelda throughout this new Musou-style game.
Fresh gameplay shown in today's Partner Direct trailer showed off new partner-based attacks, where two characters join forces for crowd-clearing attacks--in one scene, we see Zelda and Rauru link hands and blast a crowd of Bokoblins with two beams of light. The end of the trailer also teases a bipedal mech of some kind, though we don't get to see any of its abilities; instead, we only see it being assembled while lying down.
Continue Reading at GameSpotKojima Teases New Game OD: "People Will Love It Or Hate It"
Hideo Kojima is known for making divisive games, and it appears that tradition will continue with one of his next projects, OD. Speaking to Ssense, Kojima said people will be surprised by it and have strong feelings.
The game is "something totally different," he said, adding," People will love it or hate it."
Kojima went on to say that he isn't too stressed about whatever people say about OD when it comes out. The true test will come possibly decades later. "The real evaluations come after--10 or 20 years from now," Kojima said.
Continue Reading at GameSpotMonster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Announced, Coming To Switch 2 Next Year
Nintendo's first post-Switch-2-launch Direct is here, and its first Partner Direct for the platform. Kicking things off, Capcom revealed Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, a spin-off series that started life on the Nintendo 3DS. It looks like you once again take on the role of a rider as opposed to hunter, with you being the sole Rathalos rider in this game's world Azuria. While it was all in-game footage, no actual gameplay was shown off, but it is slated for release in 2026. Right now it's been confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, but there was no mention if it will be exclusive to the platform.
Elden Ring Nightreign Update Adds In Highly Requested Two-Player Mode
Another day, another Elden Ring Nightreign update, this one notably bringing sweet relief to couples forced to have a third wheel everywhere as it adds in a highly requested two-player expeditions mode. This new option doesn't change the game all that much--it simply lets two people play together as opposed to the solo and trio options that were available before. You'll now also find that the Expedition Type setting name has been changed to Number of Players, and the game has apparently been balanced for just two players as well.
In terms of quality-of-life improvements listed in the patch notes, one big one is that new filtering options are available on the relic effect filter screen so you have a "more precise selection of relic effects." If you choose multiple effects for one condition, any of your relics that match up with your chosen effects will show up too, but if you choose multiple effects for several conditions, only relics that have those exact conditions will be displayed. You can set up to 100 relic presets now as well, and there's an option to sell and favorite acquired relics in the rewards and purchasing menus.
Outside of that, there are smaller things like passive and special effects being added to the information available in the results menu, and you can now skip a part of the cutscene once you've beaten the Night Aspect. A feature where you're forcefully disconnected after a certain amount of time passes if the number of expedition participants is set to one has been removed too.
Continue Reading at GameSpotRainbow Six Siege Rengoku Event Returns For A Limited Time
The popular Rengoku event has returned to Rainbow Six Siege. Live now, and running until August 13, the limited-timed game mode--where two teams of five battle to capture an alter--offers players new game mechanics, specialized weapons, and unlockable cosmetics. That includes the first Masterpiece animated skin made available via the Rengoku event Memento.
Like before, the Rengoku event tasks players with controlling a particular area of a map using shotguns and powerful kunai. These special throwable items can poison enemies, create barriers, start fires and more. A few new variants, like a freeze kunai, have also been included this time around. Players will need to plan their moves accordingly if they hope to be successful…or not, as part of the fun comes from the chaotic nature of a given match.
No Rainbow Six Siege event is complete without some form of microtransaction. That same goes for this limited-timed mode. There are a few free items that can be unlocked by logging in during the event or rewarded via Twitch Drops. New event-based bundles for select operatives can also be purchased in the shop. And there’s a signature event bundle (that features a universal weapon skin) as well as a Masterpiece animated G36C skin for Ash and Lana, which comes as a reward for unlocking all of the Rengoku Collection items. Recent events and updates, including the Siege X release, have seen huge bumps in player count for the decade-old game. With the Rengoku event proving popular in the past, Ubisoft may expect a similar trend in player count throughout the coming weeks.
Continue Reading at GameSpotWarhammer Publisher Says A "Cute" Bat Is Ruining Its Plans
In the realm of Warhammer 40k, players have faced formidable enemies for years. But Warhammer publisher Games Workshop has run into an unlikely foe that it has yet to defeat. According the company's latest financial disclosure, Games Workshop's plan for a new car park have apparently been derailed by a "cute looking" bat
As spotted by IGN, Games Workshop has shared its latest financial report for investors, and notes that a "cute looking pipistrelle bat is delaying our work on our new temporary car park," before adding that the company is "carefully looking after the bat."
Games Workshop has reported huge profits across its business, but there are just two things holding the Warhammer 40,000 maker back right now: Trump's tariffs and a "cute looking" bat. https://t.co/OplJQMSbmN pic.twitter.com/9u0FSfA0PC
— IGN (@IGN) July 30, 2025The report notes that Games Workshop amassed huge profits for its fiscal year ending in June 2025. However, President Trump's tariffs are a larger concern going forward for the company's lucrative physical goods business.
Continue Reading at GameSpotXbox Game Pass Nearly Hit $5 Billion In Revenue, Says Microsoft
After ordering massive layoffs across the company earlier this month, Microsoft shared its report for investors at the end of its fiscal year. One of the bright spots for Microsoft was Xbox Game Pass, which had nearly $5 billion in annual revenue for the first time.
The complete transcript of Microsoft's investor report is online, but it doesn't break down the specifics of Game Pass' milestone in terms of subscribers or even the specific revenue amount that it reached. Last year, Microsoft announced price hikes for Game Pass and introduced Xbox Game Pass Standard, which doesn't include day one access for the company's biggest games. That perk is reserved for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers.
Following the release of the best-selling PlayStation games in the second quarter of 2025 in the US, Microsoft noted that it was "the top publisher on both Xbox and PlayStation this quarter," before crediting the cross-platform launches of Forza Horizon 5 and Oblivion Remastered for achieving that feat. Other Microsoft titles including Doom: The Dark Ages, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Minecraft also appeared as best-sellers on PlayStation's Q2 chart.
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