Top Video Game News July 2026: Meccha Chameleon Hits 15M Sales, Attack on Titan Gameplay & Danganronpa Delay

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• •Meccha Chameleon, a viral indie hide-and-seek game, has become the fastest and best-selling game of 2026 by selling over 15 million copies within less than one month of its release. The developers have also teased a forthcoming collaboration with a famous Japanese star, building anticipation for future updates and content expansions.[Eurogamer][PC Gamer]
• •A single-developer indie game has surprisingly topped the 2026 sales charts so far, outperforming major studio releases. This reflects a significant market shift favoring indie developers and highlights changing consumer preferences within the video game industry.[Destructoid]
• •Koei Tecmo showcased almost one hour of gameplay footage from the upcoming Attack on Titan game, highlighting features like character customization, squad management, RPG mechanics, and intense titan battles. The game stands out as one of the best anime tie-ins revealed this year, targeting platforms including consoles likely PlayStation and Xbox.[GamesRadar+]
• •Rockstar Games' decision not to provide reviewers with advance copies of GTA 6 has created uncertainty regarding the game's eligibility for The Game Awards’ Game of the Year category, potentially complicating the 2026 awards race. This unusual move is generating debate within the gaming community about game review practices.[Polygon]
• •Xbox Game Pass expanded its July 2026 offerings by adding new subscriber perks including freebies for popular titles such as EA Sports FC 26 and Rainbow Six Siege. These additions enhance the overall value proposition for Xbox Game Pass members across Xbox and PC platforms.[Pure Xbox]
• •Yoko Taro, acclaimed for his work on NieR, released the first English trailer for his upcoming Evangelion series, a fresh adaptation inspired by the Neon Genesis Evangelion franchise. The announcement has excited fans anticipating this project’s blend of Taro's signature storytelling and the iconic anime universe.[Kotaku]
• •Halo Studios confirmed that the Halo remake will be available on physical disc, a move embracing collectors and physical copy enthusiasts despite the industry trend toward discless gaming. This release provides fans with tangible memorabilia alongside digital versions.[Polygon]
• •Square Enix announced that Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition will be launching on Nintendo Switch 2 in September 2026. The company shared details on performance and resolution modes, preparing fans for an enhanced experience on the next-generation console.[Nintendo Life]
• •The Danganronpa 2x2 remaster has been delayed until 2027 but will feature a 'slayhem' alternate story mode with approximately 20% more content and a 3D world map. This update significantly expands the narrative content and gameplay depth of the visual novel series.[PC Gamer]

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