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Onimusha Hits 1 Million Sales Day One as GTA 6 and Killzone Revivals Gear Up - September 2026 Video Game News

Video GamesMonday, September 7, 2026

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  • Capcom's Onimusha: Way of the Sword achieved a major commercial success by selling over 1 million copies within its first 24 hours, contributing to the series surpassing 10 million lifetime sales. This robust performance has prompted Capcom to focus on reviving dormant franchises, capitalizing on established IPs' renewed popularity.[PC Gamer][Push Square]
  • Modern Warfare 4's Steam beta outperformed Black Ops 7 in both player engagement and technical metrics, signaling a strong reception ahead of launch on PC. Valve's Steam storefront reported approximately £11 billion ($15 billion) revenue in 2026, boosted notably by Forza Horizon 6 as the top-earning new release.[PCGamesN][Eurogamer]
  • Persona 4 Revival producer Kazuhisa Wada indicated likely remakes of Persona 1 and 2 to preserve the cultural significance of these titles. This approach underscores the ongoing industry trend of remaking classic RPGs to engage new gamers while honoring legacy content.[GamesRadar+]
  • Sony is set to revive the iconic Killzone franchise with a remaster developed by Guerilla Games and People Can Fly, potentially accompanied by new entries responding to recent challenges faced by the Horizon series. This project highlights Sony's commitment to reinvigorating classic PlayStation exclusives.[Polygon]
  • Fortnite's Mega Man Cup tournament introduces a themed competitive event with exclusive skins and free cosmetic unlocks, showcasing a significant Capcom-Fortnite crossover that enriches the multiplayer experience. Such collaborations continue to draw broad player interest through unique contested events.[Polygon]
  • The RPCS3 emulator's new capability to run physical PlayStation 3 discs on PC marks a critical advancement in emulator functionality, enabling players to access their original PS3 libraries directly. This development boosts preservation and accessibility of older PlayStation titles on modern hardware.[Push Square]
  • Rockstar's GTA 6 will launch digitally worldwide at midnight on November 19, 2026, with some Xbox players in early-release regions like New Zealand gaining access first due to timezone differences. The global launch strategy underscores the game's high anticipation and extensive player base.[Pure Xbox]
  • Firaxis is releasing Earthrise, Civilization 7's first paid expansion, two years after the base game’s rocky start. This content update introduces atomic and space age gameplay elements, reflecting Firaxis’ strategy to enhance and rebuild the game's player engagement through substantial post-launch DLC.[Eurogamer]
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