FF7 Rebirth Demo Launches on Switch 2 and Xbox, New Pokemon Game Leaks
Several major gaming headlines emerged today, spanning multiple platforms and genres. Square Enix officially launched a demo for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on Switch 2 and Xbox, allowing players on these platforms to experience the opening chapters ahead of the full release. Meanwhile, alleged leaks surrounding the tenth-generation Pokemon titles have surfaced online, though these have yet to receive official confirmation. In other news, Koei Tecmo confirmed that the Dead or Alive fighting game series has surpassed 11 million units sold worldwide, with a brand-new entry now in development. Insomniac Games also addressed rumors regarding Marvel’s Wolverine, firmly denying any delays to the project.
Square Enix has released a playable demo of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on both Switch 2 and Xbox platforms, allowing players to experience the game before its full launch. The demo covers the first two chapters, and all progress will carry over to the complete version when it launches on June 3. On the technical side, the Switch 2 version utilizes DLSS upscaling technology, achieving visuals comparable to the PS4 original in handheld mode at a stable 30 frames per second. The Xbox Series X version supports a performance mode with visuals closer to the PS5 release. Download sizes are 45.1GB for Switch 2 and 91.17GB for Xbox Series X.
Unverified rumors regarding the tenth-generation Pokemon titles, tentatively referred to as Pokemon Wind and Wave, have emerged online alongside a purported map of the new game region. The image is reportedly based on a 2024 version of the map and may stem from Game Freak’s “Teraleak” data breach incident from 2024. It is important to note that none of these claims have been officially confirmed by The Pokemon Company or Game Freak. Separately, Koei Tecmo announced in its latest financial report that the Dead or Alive franchise has sold over 11 million copies globally since its debut in 1996. The latest mainline entry, Dead or Alive 6, released in 2019, and the publisher has now confirmed that a brand-new title in the series is currently in development.
Insomniac Games has responded to recent rumors suggesting that Marvel’s Wolverine might face another delay, stating clearly that the game remains on schedule with no change to its release date. Regarding when the first full gameplay footage will be shown, Insomniac indicated that more information will be shared in spring 2026, with speculation pointing to a possible appearance at an upcoming State of Play event. In hardware news, Valve announced that a new generation of its Steam Controller will launch on May 5, priced at approximately ¥700-800 (~$97-$111) depending on region. Valve engineer Pierre-Loup Griffais also noted that while no specific date has been set for the next Steam console, the company is actively working on it and expects to share updates soon. This roundup covers a remarkably busy period for the industry, and each of these stories warrants close attention as further details emerge.
