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Video Game Highlights: Resident Evil Requiem Sales Surge, Final Fantasy XIV Switch 2 Launch & Diablo 4 April Release - A

Video GamesFriday, April 24, 2026

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  • Resident Evil Requiem has become the fastest-selling game in the franchise's 30-year history, selling 7 million copies within just two months of its February 27, 2026 release. This sales milestone surpasses the previous record held by the Resident Evil 4 remake, highlighting Capcom's continuing commercial success with the series.[PC Gamer][IGN]
  • Square Enix is expanding Final Fantasy XIV's platform availability with a release on Nintendo Switch 2 scheduled for August 2026. This version will require a separate subscription, distinct from other platforms, while alongside this, the company announced Final Fantasy XIV 8.0 'Evcold' expansion with a defined release date, featuring new gameplay improvements such as two new jobs and an evolved mode to enhance 21 older classes.[IGN][Siliconera][Polygon]
  • Final Fantasy XIV is also set to receive a new 24-player Evangelion-themed raid titled 'Ghosts of Desire,' revealed at the North American Fan Festival, adding significant fresh content for fans of the MMORPG.[GameSpot]
  • Blizzard's Diablo 4 expansion 'Lord of Hatred' will launch globally on April 27-28, 2026, across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The upcoming Season of Hatred associated with this expansion promises major system upgrades, touted as a substantial update despite lacking a dedicated seasonal theme.[GamesRadar+][GamesRadar+]
  • HoYoverse announced Zenless Zone Zero will be coming to Steam in the near future, broadening its reach into the PC gaming market and potentially paving the way for more HoYo games on the platform following its Version 2.8 update that introduced new gameplay mechanics.[PCGamesN]
  • Ubisoft confirmed Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is launching in July 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, but has no plans to release it on Nintendo Switch 2 at this time, reflecting a strategic platform focus for its remastered title.[GameSpot]

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