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Aniimo Confirms September 2026 Release Window for iOS and PlayStation
Creature-collector Aniimo is slated for a September 2026 release. Get the latest on the confirmed dates for iOS and PlayStation platforms.
PlayStation Store Ready, Set, Play Sale Live: Discounts on PS5 and PS4 Games
Explore the PlayStation Store Ready, Set, Play sale for PS5 and PS4 games. Discounts run through August 26, 2026, across North America and Europe.
Shuhei Yoshida Advised Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Against 'Turn-Based' Label
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida suggested that branding Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as a turn-based RPG could negatively impact its market appeal.
August 2026 PS Plus Extra and Premium Lineup Splits Across Regions
Sony's latest PS Plus Extra and Premium games arrive today, but players in the UK, USA, and Japan face a split rollout across two separate weeks.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Dates and Content Announced
Activision and Infinity Ward officially announce the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta, featuring campaign, multiplayer, and Warzone content.
PlayStation Store Reveals July 2026 Top Downloads for Asia, US, and Canada
Sony Interactive Entertainment shares July 2026 PlayStation Store download charts for PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games across Asia, US, and Canada.
Phantom Blade Zero Fans Push for Physical Release After State of Play
Following the latest Phantom Blade Zero State of Play, fans are asking developer S-GAME for a physical disc version of the action RPG launching in 2026.
Shuhei Yoshida Advised Against Calling 'Expedition 33' a Turn-Based RPG
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida explains why he encouraged Sandfall Interactive to avoid the 'turn-based' label for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Sony CEO Confirms No Release Date Fixed for PlayStation 6
Sony has not yet set a release date for the PlayStation 6. The company addressed the status of its next-generation hardware amid ongoing 2026 industry chatter.
Sony's 'It Happens on PS5' Ad Campaign Faces Public Backlash
Sony's latest promotional commercial, 'It Happens on PS5,' has drawn significant social media criticism regarding the company's move away from physical media.
PlayStation 6 Has No Release Date Yet Due to AI Part Shortages, Sony CEO Says
Sony's CEO reports that the PlayStation 6 does not have an official release date yet because securing hardware parts remains a challenge due to AI demand.
The Sinking City 2 PS5 Review: Frogwares Pivots to Survival Horror
Review findings for The Sinking City 2 on PS5 show how developer Frogwares traded its investigation focus for a linear Resident Evil-style survival horror game.
Whisper of the House Coming to PS5 and Xbox Series on August 27
E-Home Entertainment Development's puzzle simulation game, Whisper of the House, arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 27.
Cancelled Star Wars Action RPG 'Magellan' Surfaces Online
Gameplay footage of a cancelled Star Wars action RPG, codenamed Magellan, has surfaced following the 2025 closure of developer Echtra Games.
Sony Confirms No Internal Release Date Set for PlayStation 6
Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki has confirmed that an internal release date for the PlayStation 6 has not been decided as the company navigates component costs.
GTA 6 Leads 2026 Sales Projections and Recent Gaming Announcements
Screen Rant updates outline Grand Theft Auto 6 2026 sales projections alongside Game of Thrones: The Golden Strategist and Steam's Cat Awareness Feline Sale.
When Is Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026? Start Times and How to Watch
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 takes place on Tuesday, August 25. Get the full schedule, regional start times, and confirmed game lineup here.
Indie Dev Ternox Games Sees Entire Catalog Delisted From PlayStation Store
Ukrainian indie studio Ternox Games faces total catalog delisting from the PlayStation Store after Sony unilaterally terminates its developer agreement.
Fortnite's Gaming Celebration Season Launches August 20 With No Sony Characters
Fortnite's upcoming gaming celebration season arrives August 20, 2026. Confirmed characters include Sonic, Bomberman, and Joker, but no Sony icons are featured.
Until Dawn Actress Hayden Panettiere Passes Away at 36
Hayden Panettiere, known for her role in the horror game Until Dawn, has passed away at the age of 36. Her family confirmed the news.
Stonks-9800: Stock Market Simulator PS5 Release Blocked by Sony
Ukrainian developer Ternox reports Stonks-9800: Stock Market Simulator is blocked on PS5 and its entire catalogue is being purged from the PlayStation Store.
Ternox Games' Stonks-9800 Blocked from PlayStation Store
Ternox Games confirms Sony terminated its developer agreement, preventing the release of Stonks-9800 on PlayStation consoles. Xbox and Switch plans remain.
Starsand Island Release Lineup Confirms Digital and Physical Launch
Starsand Island launches digitally worldwide alongside physical options for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 as part of this week's Japanese releases.
Insomniac Staff Blame Social Media Feedback Loops For Wolverine Hate
Insomniac Games staff address the surge of online criticism and negative feedback loops following recent preview events for Marvel's Wolverine on PS5.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Modder Shows Working Wall Combat Gameplay
A work-in-progress Marvel's Spider-Man 2 mod demonstrates vertical wall combat on skyscrapers, showing how 2008's Web of Shadows style could work.
PlayStation Discs Ending Was Inevitable, Industry Analyst Says
An industry analyst discusses the shift away from physical PlayStation media, noting that a $1,000 price point for the PS6 would significantly limit audience reach.
Palworld Teases Version 1.1 Update Development
Palworld developers have officially started teasing the development of the upcoming Version 1.1 update for the monster-catching survival game.
PlayStation Vita Classics Still Stranded Without Modern Ports
Explore a look at ten standout PlayStation Vita games, from Uncharted: Golden Abyss to Phantasy Star Nova, that remain trapped on handheld hardware.
Will Digital-Only PlayStation Games Get Cheaper? An Explainer
As Sony moves toward a disc-free future, former Square Enix executive Jacob Navok argues that digital competition could lower game prices. Here is the reality.
Sony to End Physical PlayStation Media in 2028
Sony has confirmed it will stop supporting all physical media on PlayStation starting in 2028. Here is what this means for digital pricing and your collection.
Sony Announces 10 New Games Coming to PS Plus Extra and Premium
Sony has revealed the August 2026 lineup for PS Plus Extra and Premium, including Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and classic titles.
Marvel's Wolverine PS5 Dev Responds to Social Media Backlash
Insomniac's James Stevenson addresses relentless social media criticism surrounding Marvel's Wolverine on PS5, highlighting algorithm-driven negativity.
New PS5 Games Releasing This Week: August 17–23, 2026
Check the full list of new PS5 games arriving this week, including Mortal Shell 2, The Sinking City 2, and the latest titles hitting PS Plus.
Arcade Archives Ordyne Receives 30% Discount in Namco Sale
Namco's 1988 cute-em-up Arcade Archives Ordyne is currently 30% off as part of a publisher sale featured during this weekend's Talking Point.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Confirmed for Late 2027 Release on PS5 with Coco World
Kingdom Hearts 4 is launching on PlayStation 5 in late 2027, featuring a newly confirmed world based on Pixar's Coco revealed at the D23 expo.
The Simpsons: Hit & Run Remake Claimed by Matt Groening
Series creator Matt Groening stated at D23 2026 that The Simpsons: Hit & Run is coming back in some form, though no official game has been announced.
HELLDIVERS 2 Added to PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for August 2026
HELLDIVERS 2 is now available as a PlayStation Plus monthly game for PS5 subscribers as part of the August 2026 lineup.
MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Review Brief: Early Impressions
Explore early reviewer findings and player feedback for MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PlayStation 5, detailing single-player and multiplayer impressions.
Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 545 Details Helldivers 2 and Ghost of Yōtei
Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 545 covers the Helldivers 2 PlayStation Plus addition, Ghost of Yōtei expansions, No Man's Sky, and Phantom Blade Zero.
PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog Spotlights 2002 Cyberpunk Masterpiece
PlayStation Plus subscribers looking to revisit older hits can check out a 10 out of 10 cyberpunk classic from 2002 currently highlighted in the Classics Catalog.
Halo: Campaign Evolved PS5 Update Adds Tech Fixes and Post-Processing Toggles
Halo Studios is rolling out a tech update for Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 next week, fixing Sgt. Johnson progression blockers and adding visual toggles.
Neo Berlin 2087 Confirmed for 2028 Release on PS5
Elysium Game Studio has confirmed a 2028 release window for the sci-fi detective thriller Neo Berlin 2087 on PlayStation 5.
Sonic Frontiers Surpasses 5 Million Copies Sold as Fans Await What Comes Next
SEGA announces Sonic Frontiers has officially surpassed 5 million copies sold. Find out about celebration rewards and what's next for the series.
Disney Designates Kingdom Hearts a Billion-Dollar Franchise Ahead of D23
Disney labels Kingdom Hearts a billion-dollar franchise as fans await the Kingdom Hearts 4 panel and potential updates at the upcoming D23 convention.
System Shock and High on Life Head to PSVR2
Flat2VR Studios brings System Shock and High on Life to PlayStation VR2, alongside new titles and DLC packs announced in August 2026.
Marvel's Wolverine Runs at 60fps with Ray Tracing on Base PS5
Insomniac Games confirms Marvel's Wolverine will run at 60fps with ray tracing enabled by default on the base PlayStation 5 console at launch.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Sees Modest Initial Sales Performance
Alinea Analytics estimates 485,000 first-week sales for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, citing a difficult PC launch as a factor in the game's market performance.
Aniimo PS5 Pre-orders Now Available with September Release Date
Pawprint Studio's creature-collecting game Aniimo is now available for pre-order on the PlayStation Store ahead of its September 15, 2026, release.
HoYoverse Reportedly Developing Gritty Action RPG Titled 'The Weavers'
Leaked screenshots and footage suggest HoYoverse is moving away from anime aesthetics for a new, grounded open-world action RPG currently titled 'The Weavers'.
Future Knight Launches Across Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and PC
Studio Koba and Aeternum Game Studios' LCD-inspired 2D shooter Future Knight is available now on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and PC for £12.49.
Mafia: The Omerta Collection Brings 60FPS Upgrades to PS5
A new Mafia series collection arrives on PS5 featuring a native 60FPS version of Mafia: Definitive Edition and all three trilogy games plus new expansion content.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Dev Details Open World RPG in Final Push
Developer Rebel Wolves releases an overview video detailing story, combat, and open world design for The Blood of Dawnwalker ahead of its September release.
Former Square Enix Exec Says Ending PS Discs Could Lower PS Store Prices
A former Square Enix financial executive suggests that eliminating PlayStation physical discs could lead to cheaper digital prices, comparing the shift to Steam.
Darksiders 4 Slated for 2027–2028 Release Window by Embracer
Embracer Group confirms Darksiders 4 and the next Kingdom Come game will launch between April 2027 and March 2028. Here's what we know so far.
Stranger Than Heaven: RGG Studio Details Complex Combat Mechanics
RGG Studio demonstrates the intricate limb-control combat system in Stranger Than Heaven via a new SEGA livestream, showcasing street brawls and knife fights.
Saber Interactive Faces Backlash Over AI Use in Rideshare
PlayStation 5 driving simulator Rideshare faces heavy backlash after former writer reveals her role was given to ChatGPT and voice acting uses AI.
Kinetic Publishing Announces Five PS5 Titles for 2027 and 2028
New UK indie publisher Kinetic Publishing has signed five titles for PlayStation 5, including Sam Barlow's Precognition, releasing across 2027 and 2028.
Ghost of Yotei PS5 Complete Edition Gets Physical Disc Release
Sucker Punch confirms a physical disc release for Ghost of Yotei's PS5 Complete Edition, though fine print reveals the new DLC requires an internet download.
Warner Bros. Confirms Hogwarts Legacy 2 Is Officially in Development
Warner Bros. has officially acknowledged that Hogwarts Legacy 2 is in the works, citing the sequel as a key future contributor to segment profitability.