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Pragmata Leads Famitsu Readers’ Wishlist
gaming19 days ago

Pragmata Leads Famitsu Readers’ Wishlist

Capcom's sci‑fi Pragmata leads Famitsu's readers' most-wanted list with 620 votes, narrowly beating Resident Evil Requiem (525) and Pokémon Pokopia (451); the chart also includes Persona 4 Revival, Mario Tennis Fever, Tomodachi Life, Splatoon Raiders, Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave, Rhythm Heaven Groove, and Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties.

Nintendo's Switch Duo Sweep Japan's 2025 Game Sales, Famitsu Reports
gaming1 month ago

Nintendo's Switch Duo Sweep Japan's 2025 Game Sales, Famitsu Reports

Famitsu’s 2025 Japan sales chart confirms Nintendo’s dominance in both hardware and software. Switch 2 titles lead the software top 10, with Mario Kart World (Switch 2) and Pokémon Legends: Z-A across Switch 1/2 editions at the top, while Monster Hunter Wilds is the sole non‑Switch entry in the top tier. Hardware-wise, the Switch 2 tops the year’s sales, followed by Switch 1; PlayStation 5 trails behind. Overall, Japan’s market grew sharply in 2025 (hardware up ~39%, software up ~21%), signaling a healthy year for Nintendo and friends.

Switch 2 Extends Lead on Famitsu’s Japan Hardware Charts
gaming1 month ago

Switch 2 Extends Lead on Famitsu’s Japan Hardware Charts

Famitsu’s latest Japanese hardware and software charts show Nintendo Switch 2 continuing to top hardware sales with 313,838 units; other hardware totals include PS5 Digital Edition (36,856), Switch Lite (18,460), Switch OLED (16,916), and Switch (10,984), while PS5 (6,033) and PS5 Pro (3,864) trail. In software, Mario Kart World leads at 92,869 with Momotaro Dentetsu 2 in several editions also posting strong numbers, reflecting continued momentum for Nintendo’s Switch ecosystem in Japan.

Switch 2 Surges Past 4 Million in Japan as Nintendo Dominates Early 2026 Charts
technology1 month ago

Switch 2 Surges Past 4 Million in Japan as Nintendo Dominates Early 2026 Charts

Famitsu's early-2026 data shows Switch 2 continuing to dominate Japan: sales top the hardware chart with 313,838 units in two weeks, lifting lifetime Switch 2 sales to 4,097,905, while PS5 Digital Edition trails in second. In software, Mario Kart World leads, followed by Momotaro Dentetsu 2 and Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch Edition; Switch Lite/OLED and original Switch variants are also selling, underscoring Nintendo's strong start to 2026 in Japan.

Celebrating 30 Years of PlayStation: Top Games and Nostalgic Favorites
gaming1 year ago

Celebrating 30 Years of PlayStation: Top Games and Nostalgic Favorites

Famitsu magazine conducted a poll among its readers to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation brand, asking them to vote for their favorite PlayStation games. Over 4000 votes were cast, resulting in a list of the top 30 games across all Sony consoles. Notably, no PS5 games made the list, and only two PS4 games were included. Final Fantasy VII was voted the best PlayStation game of all time.

Fantasian Neo Dimension: High Scores and December Console Launch
gaming1 year ago

Fantasian Neo Dimension: High Scores and December Console Launch

The first review for "Fantasian Neo Dimension," a turn-based RPG from Square Enix and Mistwalker, has been released by Famitsu, scoring 34/40. The game, created by Final Fantasy's Hironobu Sakaguchi, will soon be available on multiple consoles, including the Nintendo Switch. It features new difficulty options, full voice acting, and a unique artistic style with strategic battle mechanics. The game follows protagonist Leo on a quest to recover his memories and combat a mechanical infection threatening his world.

Fantasian Neo Dimension Scores High in Famitsu Ahead of December Console Launch
gaming1 year ago

Fantasian Neo Dimension Scores High in Famitsu Ahead of December Console Launch

Famitsu's latest issue reviews several games, with FANTASIAN Neo Dimension receiving a high score of 34/40 across multiple platforms including PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, and Switch. Other notable scores include Pacific Drive and REDNEG ALLSTARS SWING-BY EDITION, both scoring 32/40 on PS5 and Switch respectively. Meanwhile, Hakoniwa Kaitaku Hamster to Taiyou no Sato received a lower score of 23/40 on Switch.