EA Completes Record $55 Billion Leveraged Buyout to Go Private
Electronic Arts completes its $55 billion buyout, going private via a consortium including the Saudi PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners.
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How To Cancel PlayStation Plus: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to cancel your PlayStation Plus membership quickly using your web browser, PS5, or PS4, and understand what happens to your active benefits.
EA Sports FC 27 Launches September 25 with Next-Gen Exclusive Sandbox
EA Sports FC 27 arrives September 25, 2026, on PS5. The title introduces 'The Grounds,' a social sandbox mode exclusive to next-gen platforms.
PS5 Release Schedule Faces Major Congestion Through October 2026
With GTA 6 looming, the PS5 release calendar is packed with major titles. See the key dates for Marvel's Wolverine, Silent Hill: Townfall, and more.
Mafia: The Old Country DLC 'Man of Honor' Adds New Sicily Activities
Hangar 13 has detailed the Man of Honor DLC for Mafia: The Old Country on PS5, featuring new Free Ride contracts, weapons, and open-world activities for August 14.
Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush Trailer Details Open World Islands and Crew Progression
Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush gets a new PS5 gameplay trailer highlighting its open-world structure, four themed maps, and September 10, 2026 release date.
Falcom CEO Explains Origin of Iconic Trails in the Sky Cliffhanger
Falcom CEO Toshihiro Kondo reveals why the original Trails in the Sky ended on a cliffhanger, as the 2nd Chapter remake heads to PS5 this year.
Famicom-Era Shooter Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE Hits PS5 This Week
The 8-bit shooter Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE arrives on PS5 on August 6, 2026, featuring new accessibility options and CRT filters.
Elder Scrolls 6 Rumor Debunked After LinkedIn Profile Mix-Up
A former Bethesda developer clarifies that an unannounced Elder Scrolls project listed on LinkedIn refers to The Elder Scrolls 6, dismissing rumors.
Marvel's Wolverine and God of War Laufey: Comic-Con Panels Now Online
Official video recordings of the Marvel's Wolverine and God of War Laufey panels from San Diego Comic-Con are now available to watch online.
PlayStation Store Summer Sale Refreshed: Discounts and Details
Explore the refreshed PS Store Summer Sale for PS5 and PS4 games, running now through August 12, 2026, featuring major discounts on top titles.
PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for August 2026 Lineup Detailed
Check the PlayStation Plus monthly games for August 2026, including Dying Light 2 Reloaded Edition, Big Walk, Signalis, and the Marvel Tokon pack.
Game Freak Commits to Continuous Updates for Beast of Reincarnation
Following mixed reception, developer Game Freak has confirmed a series of post-launch updates for Beast of Reincarnation, starting with a patch due next week.
Dave Bautista Reportedly in Talks to Replace Ryan Hurst as Kratos
Actor Dave Bautista is reportedly in discussions to take over the role of Kratos in Amazon's God of War TV series following Ryan Hurst's injury.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 PS5 Port Gets Emergency Patch for Hackers
Activision issues a backend emergency patch for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 on PS5 after hackers forced players into unachievable Prestige levels and crashed accounts.
New Spider-Man Movie Sets Domestic Box Office Record
The new Spider-Man movie, titled Brand New Day, has officially secured the biggest domestic box office debut in history, earning $360 million.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Patch 1.0.6 Adds Gear Hiding
The latest 5GB update for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is live on PS5, adding blowpipe visibility toggles, PSSR2 support, and extensive bug fixes.
Big Walk Arrives as One of 2026's Highest-Rated Co-Op Games
House House's multiplayer adventure game Big Walk launches with a 93 Metacritic score and lands on PS Plus Essential at no extra cost.
Marvel's Wolverine Rated M for Mature Ahead of September 2026 Launch
Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine has received an M rating from the ESRB, citing gore, strong language, and brief nudity ahead of its September 15, 2026 release.
Sony's Marvel Fighting Game Starts Strong on Competitive Scene
Sony and Arc System Works' Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls secures over 1,000 entrants for its debut tournament at CEO 2026, marking a strong competitive start.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Job System Features Four Roles Per Character
Square Enix confirms Final Fantasy 7 Revelation features a streamlined job system with four distinct roles per character, arriving in Spring 2027.
Shift Up Addresses 'AI Slop' Accusations Regarding Stellar Blade's Evie
Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim defends the creation of Evie, stating that artists designed the character while AI was used only for movement rendering.
Activision Issues New Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 Fix for PlayStation
Activision has released another update for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 on PlayStation to address hackers bricking user accounts in online lobbies.
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven: Exploration Over Grinding
Discover why Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven emphasizes world exploration and conquest over traditional level grinding in this JRPG deep dive.
Microsoft Increases Xbox Series Console Prices in Europe
Microsoft has raised the price of all Xbox Series X and S consoles in Europe. See the new pricing for the 1TB and 512GB models compared to current PS5 costs.
New PS5 and PS Plus Games Release Schedule: August 3rd to 9th
Check the complete list of new PlayStation 5 and PS Plus Essential games releasing between August 3rd and 9th, 2026, including Marvel Tokon and Dying Light 2.
Final Fantasy 7 Trilogy Sales Surge Following Revelation Reveal
Square Enix reports strong sales for Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth following the reveal of the trilogy's final entry, Revelation, at Summer Game Fest 2026.
New Spider-Man Movie Hits $927 Million in Global Opening Weekend
Sony's latest Spider-Man film has earned $927 million globally in its opening weekend, marking the second-largest box office debut in history.
Honkai: Nexus Anima Beta Details: Gameplay and Platform Status
HoYoverse’s new auto battler Honkai: Nexus Anima blends creature catching with strategic combat. Here is what we know about gameplay and potential PS5 support.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Mod Brings Fortnite's Brand New Day Suit to PC
A PC mod for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 ports Fortnite's version of the Brand New Day suit, offering an alternative to Insomniac's divisive official update.
PlayStation Blog Opens Voting for July 2026 Game of the Month
PlayStation has launched its monthly poll to determine the best new game from July 2026. See the list of nominees and how to cast your vote.
Saros Praised By PlayStation In New Financial Report
PlayStation's financial report praises Housemarque's Saros for strong Metacritic review scores and a steadily expanding player base after a lukewarm launch.
Xbox Helix and Physical Media: What We Know About Disc Support
Reports suggest Microsoft may include a disc drive in the next-gen Xbox Helix for legacy support, though future physical media plans remain unclear.
Sony Disc Production Shutdown: Why a Blackout May Not Change Plans
Sony plans to cease game disc production by 2028. Here is why community-led blackouts are struggling to gain leverage against the shift to digital.
New PS5 and PS Plus Games Releasing August 3rd–9th, 2026
Check the list of new PS5 titles and August 2026 PS Plus Essential games arriving on the PlayStation Store between August 3rd and August 9th.
Dragon's Dogma 2 Dev Confirms Hard Mode Is Finally Coming
Capcom has confirmed that a dedicated hard mode is coming to Dragon's Dogma 2, addressing a long-standing player request for a tougher challenge.