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Score: 9/10

Resident Evil Requiem on Switch 2 proves survival horror can thrive on portable hardware without losing dread, tension, or cinematic depth.

It may not match ultra-high-end console fidelity pixel-for-pixel, but it preserves what actually matters.

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If Requiem is meant to represent the next evolution of the Resident Evil formula, then bringing it to Switch 2 was a bold move. Survival horror traditionally leans on high-fidelity lighting, dense environments, and cinematic tension — this version holds its own.

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Score: 9/10

Pokémon FireRed on Switch 2 proves that classic design, when preserved properly, outlives graphical trends. It doesn’t try to reinvent Kanto — it polishes it.
For longtime fans, this is nostalgia executed with discipline.
For new players, it’s the purest entry point

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FireRed still hits that sweet spot between accessible and punishing. Early-game Rival battles are tense. The Elite Four remains a resource management test. And post-game Sevii Islands content adds depth that many forget was ahead of its time.

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When FireRed first launched in 2004, it was a faithful Gen III remake of the original Kanto journey. On the Switch 2, it feels less like a port and more like a preservation project done right — classic structure, modern execution. Not a remake and not a remaster though.

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@SmashJT Her daddy probably paid for her to be in the position lol I’m kidding. I just want xbox to have great games like the 360. Hell give us a 720 like we wanted at this point.

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Steam Deck-style hardware and an expanded ecosystem around Linux-based gaming systems are still shaping PC gaming platforms.

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A massive lawsuit is moving forward against Steam’s 30 % fee model in the U.K., with critics calling Valve’s conduct “unfair.”

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The Stop Killing Games movement is advancing to regulators in both the EU and U.S., aiming to protect player access to older games when support ends.

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Loom Games CEO signals growth mindset after the company reaches a valuation north of $1 billion — positioning itself beyond a “startup exit” and toward long-term impact.

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Esports roster news: In VCT Pacific competition, FULL SENSE is shuffling players and bringing on a new head coach as the 2026-27 season transfer window continues.

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Players are critical of EA’s Skate Season 3 monetization, unhappy over paywalls blocking access to maps that were promised free.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 dominated January sales in the U.S., leading the 2026 best-selling games list so far, with overall spending up ~3% year-over-year — driven by subscriptions and hardware.

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The U.N. is confronting extremist recruitment inside video games. Research and partnership efforts aim to counter violent extremist propaganda spreading through gaming platforms and communities.

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A major leadership shift at Microsoft Gaming: New CEO Asha Sharma (formerly in AI leadership) is stepping in after Phil Spencer’s retirement. She’s talking up a focus on quality games and responsible AI moving forward.

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Ubisoft outlines a three-year strategic turnaround plan, aiming to cut costs by more than $200M and reshape itself into a more agile “creative house.” Yves Guillemot explained the publisher’s vision to bounce back from recent setbacks.

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Future Games Show Spring Showcase is approaching with celebrity hosts and ~40 new game reveals.

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New games fans are watching for 2026 include titles like God of War Sons of Sparta, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and remakes Dragon Quest VII Reimagined.

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Reddit gaming communities buzz about the “Stop Killing Games” initiative gathering massive signatures in Europe.

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Game Preservation
• GOG expands its Preservation Program by adding 10 more classic titles to its DRM-free library, increasing long-term access to beloved PC games.