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The digital file size for the upcoming The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on Nintendo Switch 2 has been reduced from 27GB to 24.54GB. This compression update was discovered on the backend of the Nintendo eShop and is expected to reflect in public listings soon. The game launches on November 5, 2026, with physical pre-orders currently discounted by $10 at major retailers like Amazon and Walmart.
Capcom has released 17 minutes of handheld gameplay footage for Monster Hunter Wilds on the Nintendo Switch 2, showcasing the game's dynamic environments and combat mechanics. The title is scheduled for release on December 4, 2026, and pre-orders are now open. While the new footage focuses exclusively on handheld mode, docked gameplay remains unshown. The game features a story set in the Forbidden Lands, where hunters must adapt to rapidly changing weather and monster behaviors. This release follows earlier announcements of the game's availability on the new console and precedes the upcoming Ascendance DLC.
Blizzard Entertainment officially confirmed at BlizzCon 2026 that a new open-world shooter titled 'StarCraft' is in development, with a release window set for 2030. The announcement, which included a brief cinematic teaser, marks the first mainline StarCraft game since 2015 and resolves years of speculation regarding the franchise's future.
The week of August 3, 2026, marks a significant surge in major video game releases, headlined by Arc System Works' tag-team fighter Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls and Game Freak's fantasy action-adventure Beast of Reincarnation. While these high-profile titles dominate the conversation, Kotaku highlights Iron Nest, a dieselpunk artillery simulator, as a notable under-the-radar release. The week features a dense schedule of launches across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch 2, including Final Fantasy XIV's Switch 2 port and various indie titles.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with improved visuals, 60fps performance, and new content. The update includes a $10 upgrade pack, adds the character Momo, and features enhanced load times, though some users note minor visual artifacts.
The week of July 27, 2026, marks a significant release period for the gaming industry, headlined by the launch of 'Halo: Campaign Evolved.' This modernized remake of the 2001 classic 'Halo: Combat Evolved' arrives on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, featuring high-definition visuals, updated cinematics, and three new missions. While praised for its visual fidelity, the title has received mixed critical reception, with some reviewers noting the absence of multiplayer components and technical issues. Alongside this major title, the week features a diverse array of new games, including the extraction ARPG 'Mistfall Hunter,' the wave-defense roguelite 'Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand,' and the pirate-themed city builder 'Corsair Cove.' Other notable releases include 'Sir, We Have an Orc Problem,' 'Prelude Dark Pain,' and 'The Relic: First Guardian.' The release schedule spans multiple platforms, with titles like 'Kusan: City of Wolves' and 'Paw Patrol: Dino World' also debuting this week.
Xbox Series X and Series S users have received a free dynamic theme to coincide with the release of "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" by MachineGames and Bethesda. While the game itself costs $69.99 or is available through some Xbox Game Pass subscriptions, the theme is free and features subtle animations like moving vines. The availability of this freebie is unclear, but past dynamic themes for Xbox Series X|S have remained accessible indefinitely.