After launching to critical acclaim on May 26, 007 First Light has already shipped over three million copies worldwide. This is a “freaking” success “by all measures,” according to IO Interactive’s chief executive, as the game is well ahead of internal targets and on track to make a good chunk of change. As per IGN, who spoke with IOI chief executive Hakan Abrak, 007 First Light has sold well over three million copies since its May 26 release. The executive said he got emotional and even cried once positive reviews started flooding in, earning the game an 88 average score on Metacritic and a 91 percent positive score on Steam. “It was an extremely emotional moment. Like almost seven years. I’m just happy because the team is 10 feet tall,” he said. Screenshot by Destructoid [Hidden Content] “By all measures, it’s freaking successful,” Abrak went on, adding that “it’s just going and it’s fantastic.” Abrak apparently confirmed the game surpassed internal expectations and is on its way to earning back its reported $200 million cost. With three million copies, the game probably netted IOI somewhere around $150 million so far, but given how fast it’s been selling, I’m fairly sure they’ll start profiting very soon. 007 First Light is also set to launch on the Switch 2, which will undoubtedly boost sales even further as the giant casual crowd starts coming in. And IOI by all means deserves the success. The studio’s been putting out bangers for years now, and I think 007 is its crowning achievement. It’s such an incredible game that should, hopefully, spawn its own series of games, if Amazon allows it, of course. And I’m even inclined to say that its James Bond should carry over into films. It’s just that good. /wp-content/themes/destructoid2025/assets/img/icons/likes-off.png0 The post 007 First Light speeds ahead of studio expectations with 3 million copies sold in 10 days appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
Announced last night during Summer Game Fest, 1666: Amsterdam is the newest title from Panache Digital Games, the studio led by Assassin’s Creed‘s creator. The game takes place in the second half of the seventeenth century and heavily focuses on witches, while also containing some trippy time travel shenanigans. It also already has a free-to-play demo on Steam, which I gladly hopped onto because I simply adore the Dutch Golden Age as a setting. The year 1666 is less than two decades after the conclusion of the 30 Years’ War in Europe, which saw millions killed, as well as the 80 Years’ War fought between the Dutch and the Spanish over the former’s independence. The Netherlands in those times was a mercantile powerhouse and would eventually have the wealthiest corporation in human history, the Dutch East India Company, whose immense funds would turn the Dutch lands into highly developed and rich urban centers of education and culture. However, a lot of its people were fanatically religious Protestants and had strong ties to the persecution of witches, perfect for a game focusing on ancient powers and, well, witchcraft. [Hidden Content] The dark fantasy art style coupled with its 17th-century Dutch setting is pure perfection. Image via Panache Digital Games The demo gives us a glimpse into the modern-day setting of the game, as well as a brief look at its 17th-century side of things, which is going to be primary. The art style is impeccable and borders on horror, even though the game itself seems to be more of an action-adventure at heart. Indeed, the team behind 1666: Amsterdam obviously wanted to portray witchcraft as something demonic and otherworldly, and its oppressively dark style permeates the entire demo. Several characters are playable in the demo, including Noa, a Collector, which is this game’s version of some prophesied witch, as well as Aaron, Noa’s time-traveling cat companion. There’s also Aaron’s daughter, though how important or core she’ll be to the game is yet to be revealed. One thing that the devs should definitely look into is the writing quality. Too many times does the professor in the first stage of the game nudge you toward the solution to a “puzzle,” and the game is too revealing and helpful to the player, even though investigation seems crucial to the gameplay. Games hold our hands too much these days, and this one doesn’t have to add to the pile. So, summa summarum, 1666: Amsterdam is trippy, strange, weird, and quite compelling to be honest, but also a game that still needs a lot of work to truly come into its own. Some polished writing and a little less handholding, and we could have one of the best “weird” games in recent memory. /wp-content/themes/destructoid2025/assets/img/icons/likes-off.png0 The post Assassin’s Creed creator’s new game, 1666: Amsterdam, is the best kind of strange and weird appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
Stranger Than Heaven officially has a release date: January 15, 2027. The long-awaited announcement arrived in the form of a brand-new trailer that also revealed something much more unexpected than a January launch: Tupac Shakur as a Stranger Than Heaven character. View the full article
Another event with some real gems were shown off! Here's the round-up highlights of Day of the Devs - Summer Game Fest 2026 for you. Read the full article here: [Hidden Content] View the full article
It's been confirmed that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will feature a new voice actor for main villain Sephiroth. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is the third and final entry in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy that started in 2020 with the release of the first game. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth followed four years later and earned widespread critical acclaim and a Game of the Year nomination. Luckily, the wait for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation won't be quite as long. View the full article
The video features The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Producer Naofumi Matsushita, Director Shota Fukebaru, and Tomoya Asano. View the full article
IO Interactive has teamed up with Saber Interactive for Hitman Classic Trilogy Remastered, a new bundle of games built for modern consoles. IOI announced the news as part of its recent showcase. As the Copenhagen, Denmark-based company rides a wave of success brought about by its newly released 007 First Light, it's also looking to refresh some of the games that helped the company become what it is today. Hitman Classic Trilogy Remastered offers a host of enhancements for three titles: Hitman: Codename 47, Hitman 2: Silent Assassin, and Hitman: Contracts. IOI partnered with remaster developer Saber with the aim of seeing the collection bring new visuals, an instant graphics toggle, photo mode, and more to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X | S at an unspecified point in 2027. "Discover the origins of the world’s deadliest assassin with the trilogy that defined the Hitman series, remastered for modern platforms while preserving the systems, tone, and player-driven freedom that made the franchise iconic," an official description from IOI said. "Whether you’re reliving these thrilling contracts or suiting up for the first time, Hitman Classic Trilogy Remastered is the definitive way to experience the beginnings of Agent 47. With multiple paths and puzzles in every mission, you'll be free to employ a diverse set of tools to fulfill each contract." You'll notice Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 were left out of the launch plans for Hitman Classic Trilogy Remastered. IOI and Saber didn't say why those platforms were left out or if the bundle will ever come to them. However, IOI didn't completely leave Nintendo fans out of its showcase, promising to bring its new Contracts mode to Hitman: Absolution for the original Switch "very soon," with a proper Switch 2 upgrade set to arrive this summer. More details about Hitman Classic Trilogy Remastered were revealed on its brand-new Steam page. Other highlights in the remasters include new character models, high-resolution textures, and enhanced environments. The Steam page also included a batch of side-by-side screenshots showing how retro environments have been given an upgrade. You can see the before and after pictures below. Hitman Classic Trilogy Remastered has no release date. In the meantime, you can see what IOI has planned for 007 First Light with its post-launch roadmap. Michael Cripe is a freelance writer with IGN. He's best known for his work at sites like The Pitch, The Escapist, and OnlySP. Be sure to give him a follow on Bluesky (@mikecripe.bsky.social) and Twitter (@MikeCripe). View the full article
Summer Game Fest brings with it a host of separate showcases, many of which are returning from previous events. Others, however, make their appearance for the first time this year, as was the case with the Story Rich Showcase. Presented by indie label Fellow Traveller (Citizen Sleeper, 1000xResist, LudoNarracon), the Story Rich Showcase “seeks to give narrative-driven titles the time, care, and visibility they so often miss during one of the busiest moments in the games calendar”. Read More... View the full article
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 has 11 different NPCs located all around the modified island map, and you can recruit them to aid your cause. You’ll need to first locate these NPCs on the map and then spend your gold to get them on your side. This guide will help you find the location of all new NPCs added in Chapter 7 Season 3. Disclaimer: Work in progress. [Hidden Content] How to find all NPCs in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 The table below has all the important instructions you’ll need to find the NPCs. Not all of them are available for hire, so keep that in mind as you explore the map. Screenshot by Destructoid NPCNearby POIHow to findVanguard SloneSinister StripThere’s a small house located to the south of the main Sinister Strip POI. Slone is located on the outside of the house. The singularitySinister StripYou’ll find her near Vanguard Slone at the same location. The GuardianGolden GroveIf you refer to the image above and reach the spot where his icon pops up, you’ll find a small two-tiered building. The Guardian usually patrols the perimeter of the property. Elite DaigoSunken ShoresDaigo is located on the edge of a cliff. He is pretty easy to find, and you can hire him for the Medic role. Heatwave PKLatte LandingShe’s located at the starting area of the Latte Landing POI. You can hire her for scouting functions. Rival HopeShaken SanctuaryHead to the main building at the Shaken Sanctuary location, and you’ll find Rival Hope. The VisitorShaken SanctuaryHe is located at the same spot as Rival Hope. However, you need to take the stairs to go one level down to find him.ClusterCluster CoastHead to the massive duck-shaped boat, and go to the upper decks to find Cluster. He is located at the highest deck. /wp-content/themes/destructoid2025/assets/img/icons/likes-off.png0 The post All NPC locations in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
Resident Evil has no shortage of beloved characters that fans would be more than happy to see get their chance to shine in the spotlight once again, but some characters are far more likely. Combined with speculation that Resident Evil's upcoming remakes are potentially setting us up for the return of some classic characters in Resident Evil 10, there has been plenty of debate over who will actually make the cut when it comes out. View the full article
A new point-and-click adventure based on the Moomins has been announced. Moomin: Midsummer Madness is developed by Crossbridge Game Studios and published by Shochiku Games, and is based on the Moomins novel Moominsummer Madness. “When an unexpected flood overtakes Moominvalley, the Moomin family finds refuge in a mysterious floating theatre,” the game’s official description says. Read More... View the full article
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The Summer Game Fest showcases continue, and the Wholesome Direct has just ended. As with previous Wholesome Directs, the presentation focused mainly on charming, heartfelt games designed to put a smile on the player’s face. This was the seventh edition of Wholesome Direct, and was promoted as offering “50+ emotionally resonant titles with news including world premieres, demo announcements, and many more surprises from studios and publishers of all sizes”. Read More... View the full article
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Since their debut in 1945, Tove Jansson’s beloved cast of characters – Moomintroll, his beloved parents Moominpappa and Moominmamma, Little View the full article
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After launching to critical acclaim on May 26, 007 First Light has already shipped over three million copies worldwide. This is a “freaking” success “by all measures,” according to IO Interactive’s chief executive, as the game is well ahead of internal targets and on track to make a good chunk of change. As per IGN, who spoke with IOI chief executive Hakan Abrak, 007 First Light has sold well over three million copies since its May 26 release. The executive said he got emotional and even cried once positive reviews started flooding in, earning the game an 88 average score on Metacritic and a 91 percent positive score on Steam. “It was an extremely emotional moment. Like almost seven years. I’m just happy because the team is 10 feet tall,” he said. Screenshot by Destructoid [Hidden Content] “By all measures, it’s freaking successful,” Abrak went on, adding that “it’s just going and it’s fantastic.” Abrak apparently confirmed the game surpassed internal expectations and is on its way to earning back its reported $200 million cost. With three million copies, the game probably netted IOI somewhere around $150 million so far, but given how fast it’s been selling, I’m fairly sure they’ll start profiting very soon. 007 First Light is also set to launch on the Switch 2, which will undoubtedly boost sales even further as the giant casual crowd starts coming in. And IOI by all means deserves the success. The studio’s been putting out bangers for years now, and I think 007 is its crowning achievement. It’s such an incredible game that should, hopefully, spawn its own series of games, if Amazon allows it, of course. And I’m even inclined to say that its James Bond should carry over into films. It’s just that good. /wp-content/themes/destructoid2025/assets/img/icons/likes-off.png0 The post 007 First Light speeds ahead of studio expectations with 3 million copies sold in 10 days appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article