Analyst Suggests Marathon Is Falling Behind Arc Raiders

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Analyst Suggests Marathon Is Falling Behind Arc Raiders


### Morning Checkpoint: Gaming News Roundup

**Marathon’s Sales Performance**
Bungie’s *Marathon* has recently wrapped up its open beta, achieving remarkable figures during Steam’s Next Fest. With around 250,000 copies sold ahead of its official launch on March 5, there’s a noticeable disparity when compared to *Arc Raiders*, which clocked approximately 550,000 sales only days prior to its release. Although Bungie might be satisfied with *Marathon*’s impressive wishlisting—over 1.2 million in total—it seems that *Arc Raiders* currently possesses a competitive advantage. Analytics reveal that a significant number of players who engaged in the *Marathon* open beta were also devoted fans of *Destiny 2*, suggesting the possibility of a committed player base moving into *Marathon*.

**Resident Evil Requiem Shines**
Capcom’s newest release, *Resident Evil Requiem*, is experiencing success with more than 5 million units shipped. While this represents a strong achievement, it still falls short of the iconic *Resident Evil 2* remake, which has sold nearly 17 million copies since its 2019 launch. *Resident Evil Requiem* continues to attract attention, reinforcing Capcom’s standing in the survival horror arena.

**Eevee Lego Set Transformed**
In an entertaining turn of events, a creative enthusiast reimagined a newly launched Eevee Lego set into a model of Bidoof, a Pokémon celebrated for its comedic persona. The creator, known as Creationcaravan4 on Instagram, executed this project without needing extra pieces from the original set and intends to publish the building instructions soon. This whimsical project underscores the enduring affection fans have for Pokémon and their knack for reinventing beloved characters in innovative ways.

**Atomic Heart’s Final DLC Announcement**
*Atomic Heart*, likened to a Soviet Union-themed alternative to *Fallout*, is poised to launch its fourth and final DLC named *Blood on Crystal* on April 16. This DLC is set to offer an exhilarating wrap-up to the storyline, as players traverse perilous new landscapes and confront significant adversaries. Focus Entertainment has hinted that players will delve deeper into Facility 3826 while uncovering the secrets surrounding CHAR-les.

### ICYMI:
Keep an eye out for more updates in gaming news, as changes continue to unfold. Whether you’re a supporter of shooters like *Marathon*, survival horror such as *Resident Evil*, or creatively re-envisioned Lego creations, the gaming industry remains lively and captivating.

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### The Game Boy Jukebox Returns, Nintendo’s Stock Repurchase, and More: Morning Checkpoint

In a thrilling turn of events for gamers, the cherished Game Boy is making a whimsical comeback as the **Game Boy Jukebox**, which solely plays music tracks from the Kanto region’s iconic Pokémon games, **Red** and **Blue**. Revealed during the **Pokémon 30th Anniversary Presents**, this charming yet peculiar lo-fi device requires users to insert one of 45 distinct cartridges to enjoy their chosen track. With a surprisingly steep price of $70, it serves as both a collectible for enthusiasts and a potential resource for DIY chiptune musicians interested in homebrew customizations. The Game Boy Jukebox is slated to **launch later today**, promising to be a nostalgic addition to any collection.

### Disgaea Moves into Action-RPG

In another intriguing update, the **Disgaea** franchise is expanding its horizons with the latest title, **Disgaea Mayhem**. This spin-off reimagines the tactical JRPG as a real-time action brawler, featuring a candy-loving mercenary equipped with various weapons familiar to fans of the series. Though early trailers indicate somewhat floaty and rigid gameplay mechanics, enthusiasm remains high for the title expected to debut on **Switch, PS5, and PC this summer**.

### Fallout 76 Update Enhances XP Rewards

The **66th update for Fallout 76** has brought significant enhancements to in-game events, enriching the overall player experience. XP rewards are now adjusted according to player levels, with numerous events offering quicker completion times to alleviate monotony. Newly updated map icons are designed to improve player navigation and interaction with events. This update might encourage players to return to Appalachia and discover these enhancements.

### Nintendo’s Huge Stock Repurchase

In corporate developments, Nintendo is making headlines with a staggering **$1.9 billion stock repurchase**, mainly from significant institutional banks like **MUFG Bank** and the **Bank of Kyoto**. This strategic initiative aims to reassure concerned investors, especially amid external pressure on companies to minimize exposure to outside shareholder influence.

### He-Man’s Nostalgic Beat-Em-Up Release Date Announced

Fans of classic animation have a reason to cheer as the upcoming **He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction** has officially announced its release date of **April 28** across all major consoles and PC platforms. The newly unveiled trailer captures vibrant nostalgia promising classic gameplay, while also raising hopes for improved mechanics compared to previous licensed retro games.

### Guidance for Microsoft’s New Gaming CEO

In a recent interview, former Xbox executive **Peter Moore** extended his support and counsel to **Asha Sharma**, the newly appointed Microsoft Gaming CEO. Moore stressed the significance of concentrating initially on the internal dynamics of the company and suggested a ‘listening tour’ to gain a better understanding of the varied opinions and perspectives within the gaming sector. He also advised careful consideration when addressing sensitive issues such as AI throughout her term.

### ICYMI

For enthusiasts of unconventional gaming content, check out **Balatro University**, which features innovative gameplay with an impressive 755 card deck devoid of Jokers, showcased by **DrSpectred** on social media.

Stay tuned for more gaming news and happenings in the next edition of Morning Checkpoint from Kotaku!

New Dead Rising Game in Development Featuring a Familiar Character
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All that trouble going on with Monster Hunter Wilds aside, for a good long while now Capcom has been doing quite well for itself. Multiple quite well liked Resident Evil games, fresh new bits like Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess and the upcoming Pragmata, and even a few remasters, namely for the Ace Attorney games (throw a dog a bone and give us a new one of those, though Capcom), but also for series like Dead Rising that also haven’t had a new entry in a while. Well, for now at least, as a new report suggests a new Dead Rising might be in our future.

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