New Xbox 'Disc-to-Digital' Feature Rumored for Next Week
Reports suggest a new 'Project Positron' feature may allow Xbox Series X|S users to digitize physical game collections, potentially deepening the PS5 disc debate.
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Hands On: The Finals Is Better Than Ever in Season 11
Embark Studios has launched Season 11 of The Finals. We go hands-on with the new Galaxy Estates map, melee reworks, and ranked system adjustments.
Marvel Tokon Single Player Written by Kieron Gillen, Features Five Stories
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls reveals a new Episode Mode penned by comic legend Kieron Gillen, featuring five distinct stories and boss battles.
EA Sports to Remove Single Player Microtransactions in College Football 27
EA Sports is removing all paid progression boosters from College Football 27's Dynasty and Road to Glory modes following fan boycott threats.
Former PlayStation Boss Shawn Layden Says Sony Ending Game Discs Is 'Sad'
Former PlayStation head Shawn Layden reflects on Sony's decision to cease physical disc production by 2028, calling the move 'kind of sad, as a fan.'
New SharpEmu Project Reaches Early Milestones for PS5 Emulation
An experimental new emulator, SharpEmu, has begun development, successfully streaming video frames from the Demon's Souls remake on PC.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced Hits 2 Million Sales on Day One
Ubisoft confirms Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced sold over two million copies in its first 24 hours, outpacing the launch of Assassin's Creed Shadows.
Avowed 2 May Still Be in Development Despite Internal Cancellation
A small team at Obsidian Entertainment is reportedly continuing work on an Avowed sequel, despite earlier reports that the project had been cancelled.
Call of Duty: Black Ops on PS5: A Disappointing, Barebones Port
Is the new PS5 port of Call of Duty: Black Ops worth buying? We review the 2026 release and find it lacking in modern features and improvements.
Xbox Employees Face Uncertainty as Layoffs Extend Over Fiscal Year
Following 1,600 job cuts and studio divestments, remaining Xbox staff are being asked to do more with less while facing potential future redundancies.
id Software Denies It Has Been Cut to 'Support Studio' Size
Following recent layoffs, id Software has addressed claims that the studio is being scaled down, confirming it maintains its team size from 2016.
Call of Duty: Black Ops PlayStation Ports Bring Back Emblem Editor
Activision's new ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 on PlayStation feature an unrestricted emblem editor, leading to widespread offensive content.
Brazil Proposes Digital Games Ownership Bill Following Sony Disc Exit
A new Brazilian bill seeks to enforce digital game ownership and preservation standards, requiring offline support or refunds when servers shut down.
Sony Reduces Marvel Tokon PC Region Locks Following Backlash
Sony has removed 16 countries from the PC region lock for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, though over 100 nations remain unable to purchase the game on Steam.
The Sinking City 2 Hits PS5 This August at $49.99
Frogwares has announced The Sinking City 2 will release on PS5 on August 18, 2026, at a $49.99 price point to undercut current survival horror games.
Analyst: Sony Knows a $1,000 PS6 Won't Sell as Much
Daniel Ahmad weighs in on Sony's strategy for the PS6, suggesting the focus will shift toward hardcore gamers amid a transition away from physical media.
Palworld Hits 1.0 on PS5 Today in Massive Content Update
Palworld has officially exited early access on PS5. The 1.0 launch adds 72 new Pals, the Sunreach archipelago, and a host of gameplay reworks.
45% of PlayStation Enthusiasts Considering Switch to PC, Poll Reveals
A recent survey of over 6,500 readers shows 45% of PlayStation enthusiasts are considering moving to PC, largely due to Sony's shift away from physical media.
PlayStation Stays Silent Amidst Growing Backlash Over Disc Removal
Sony continues to ignore user outrage regarding the end of physical disc production, even as legal action and community protests mount.
Once Human Arrives on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S August 25
Starry Studio's post-apocalyptic survival game Once Human is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series on August 25. Learn about the new console Starter Pack bundle.
Infamous 2 Platinum Trophy Will Be Unobtainable After August Server Shutdown
Sony is shutting down user-generated content for Infamous 2 on PS3, making the game's Platinum trophy impossible to earn after August 31, 2026.
God of War Laufey and Marvel's Wolverine Panels Confirmed for SDCC 2026
Sony has confirmed dedicated panels for God of War Laufey and Marvel's Wolverine at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. Get the schedule and what to expect.
Sony Announces SDCC 2026 Panels for Wolverine and God of War Laufey
Sony Interactive Entertainment reveals its San Diego Comic-Con 2026 schedule, featuring panels for Marvel's Wolverine, MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls, and more.
Developer Addresses Accusations That Monster Fantasy Rips Off Monster Hunter
Chinese studio JOTOYO has responded to claims that its upcoming PC title, Monster Fantasy, plagiarizes Capcom's Monster Hunter series.
Sony to End Physical PlayStation Disc Manufacturing in 2028
Sony has confirmed it will cease manufacturing physical PlayStation discs starting January 2028, sparking concerns over game pricing and ownership.
Persona 4 Revival Adjusts Yosuke Hanamura to Better Suit Modern Sensibilities
Atlus producer Kazuhisa Wada confirms that Persona 4 Revival will feature minor dialogue and scene changes to Yosuke Hanamura to fit current standards.
Bethesda Staff Fear Delays for The Elder Scrolls 6 Following Xbox Layoffs
Over 50 Bethesda Game Studios employees have been let go as part of Microsoft's recent layoffs, raising concerns about the development of The Elder Scrolls 6.
Escape the Backrooms (PS5) Review: A Surprisingly Spooky Co-op Gem
Is Escape the Backrooms worth your time on PS5? We dive into this budget-friendly horror experience to see if it delivers on the scares.
id Software Relegated to Support Studio Following Massive Layoffs
Following 136 job cuts at id Software this week, reports suggest the legendary developer has been relegated to a support studio role within Xbox.
Sony's Disc-Free Future Is Turning Every PlayStation Tweet Into a Protest
Sony's social media accounts are flooded with negative comments as the backlash over the decision to end physical game discs on PS6 continues to mount.
Sony Disc-Free Backlash Grows as Petition Surpasses 200,000 Signatures
Resistance to Sony's plan to end physical game discs by 2028 continues to build as a leading online petition hits over 200,000 signatures.
PlayStation's Doom: The Dark Ages Repost Draws Massive Backlash
PlayStation's attempt to promote Doom: The Dark Ages DLC has backfired, as users flood the tweet with criticism over the company's planned disc production end.
Sony Faces Backlash After Announcing End of Physical Disc Support
Sony plans to end physical disc production for PlayStation games in 2028. The announcement has sparked significant fan backlash across social media platforms.
PlayStation's First Social Media Post Since Physical Games Cut Draws 57k Replies
Sony's latest social media update, the first since announcing the end of physical games by 2028, has been met with significant backlash and over 57,000 replies.
Dawnwalker Previews: Is It Really a Game of the Year Candidate?
Early hands-on previews for The Blood of Dawnwalker are here. Critics are calling it a potential 2026 Game of the Year candidate after a four-hour demo.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Brings Choice-Driven Horror to PS5 This September
The Blood of Dawnwalker launches on PS5 September 3, 2026. Explore a time-driven quest system where your decisions dictate your survival against the vrakhiri.