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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth demo launches on Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S with carry-over progress
gaming29 days ago

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth demo launches on Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S with carry-over progress

Eurogamer reports a free Final Fantasy VII Rebirth demo is available now on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with progression carry-over to the full game when it launches on June 3 for Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S; the demo is 45GB on Switch 2 and 91GB on Xbox, includes the first two chapters and early game sections, plus new progression options, and bonus items ('kupo charm' and 'survival set') if you bring demo save data.

Tomodachi Life Demo Crashes on Sleep Wake; Nintendo Investigates
gaming2 months ago

Tomodachi Life Demo Crashes on Sleep Wake; Nintendo Investigates

Nintendo is investigating a bug in the Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream 'Welcome Version' demo that causes a crash when waking the Switch from sleep between 9pm and 10am after clearing the main content; saving data transfer to the full game remains unaffected. Workarounds include closing/reopening the demo, reinstalling, or temporarily setting the clock back. Early impressions of the demo are positive aside from this issue.

Pragmata Heads to Switch 2 Earlier Than Expected
technology2 months ago

Pragmata Heads to Switch 2 Earlier Than Expected

Capcom revealed Pragmata will release earlier than its previous date, arriving on Switch 2 and other platforms on April 17, 2026 (instead of April 24). A new trailer showcases Cabin, a companion for Shelter, and the Diana amiibo is coming soon. A Pragmata demo is already on the eShop, and Capcom has launched an apparel line and plans to stream the game's soundtrack in the future.

Pragmata jumps forward: Capcom sets April 17 release across platforms
gaming2 months ago

Pragmata jumps forward: Capcom sets April 17 release across platforms

Capcom revealed at its Spotlight that Pragmata, the long-delayed sci-fi adventure, will launch on April 17 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC via Steam, moving up from the previously planned April 24. A new trailer showcases unseen locations and Shelter base elements, and a free Sketchbook demo is available now on PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Nintendo eShop, and Steam; pre-orders are open.

Scott Pilgrim EX demo lands on Steam ahead of March release
gaming3 months ago

Scott Pilgrim EX demo lands on Steam ahead of March release

A playable Steam demo for Scott Pilgrim EX lets players try the first two quests and play as Scott Pilgrim, Ramona Flowers, Lucas Lee, or Roxy Richter in a Toronto-meets-demon beat-em-up. The demo precedes the full digital release on March 3, 2026 across Nintendo Switch, PC (Steam), PS4/5, and Xbox Series X/S, with a brand-new story co-written by Bryan Lee O’Malley and music from Anamanaguchi.

Resident Evil Requiem Marketing Builds Hype Ahead of a Demo-Free Launch
gaming3 months ago

Resident Evil Requiem Marketing Builds Hype Ahead of a Demo-Free Launch

TechRadar’s take on Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem marketing notes a deliberate delay and secrecy around demos, despite Leon Kennedy’s late-2025 reveal and a February State of Play. With a February 27 launch date across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, fans frustration over no pre-launch demo is weighed against the idea that releasing a full, spoiler-free experience later could pay off by heightening anticipation and reveals at launch.