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Capcom's Pragmata Impresses With Innovative Hacking-Shooter Demo

Journalists praised the demo's fluid twin-character combat with striking lunar base visuals in a preview of Capcom's 2026-bound sci-fi shooter

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Overview

  • Players control astronaut Hugh Williams and his android companion Diana in a combat system that blends twin-stick shooting with an on-the-fly hacking mini-game to disable robot shields.
  • Critics described the demo as a fresh spin on third-person shooters, praising its addictive blend of combat and puzzle-solving.
  • Reviewers highlighted the detailed lunar base environment and advanced graphics that showcase current-generation hardware capabilities.
  • The hands-on session introduced an arsenal including an unlimited-ammo pistol, a shockwave shotgun, and a stasis net weapon for strategic crowd control.
  • After multiple delays since its 2020 reveal, Capcom has confirmed a 2026 release for Pragmata on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.