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Sony's Move to Digital: Only 7 PlayStation Games Top 100,000 US Disc Sales
Sony's confirmation that new PlayStation games will go digital-only from 2028 has reignited debate over physical media, as new US sales data reveals just seven PlayStation titles have surpassed 100,000 physical copies sold this year
Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link Intro Footage Surfaces After Cancellation
Footage claiming to show the near-complete introduction to Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link, a cancelled mobile entry in the series, has leaked online, raising questions about the project's development and its connection to Kingdom Hearts 4
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse aims to reach new Metroidvania fans
Konami producer Tsutomu Taniguchi has revealed that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse was proposed to introduce the franchise to Metroidvania enthusiasts who have never played a Castlevania game
PlayStation's Move Away from Physical Discs Sparks Industry Debate
Chet Faliszek, known for his work on Left 4 Dead, has weighed in on PlayStation's plan to end physical game discs in 2028, arguing that the shift to digital is a direct result of player purchasing habits rather than corporate conspiracy
Marvel's Wolverine Trailer Met With Disc Backlash Amid PlayStation Shift
Insomniac Games has released a new cinematic trailer for Marvel's Wolverine, but player reaction has been dominated by criticism of Sony's decision to end physical disc production for PlayStation games from 2028
Red Bull Athlete Sets New Assassin's Creed Haystack Jump World Record
Red Bull athlete Lilou Ruel has broken the world record for the highest haystack jump, recreating Assassin's Creed's Leap of Faith and surpassing the previous mark set earlier this year
Larian Barcelona studio celebrates as Spain wins 2026 World Cup final
Swen Vincke, head of Baldur's Gate 3 and Divinity, has acknowledged Spain's World Cup victory, suggesting Larian's Barcelona team will be taking time off to join national celebrations after the final
Yoko Taro Responds as PlayStation Sets End Date for Physical Game Discs
Sony has confirmed it will stop producing physical PlayStation game discs from January 2028, prompting Nier creator Yoko Taro to share his concerns about the future of physical media and the impact on players and retailers
INDIE Live Expo returns 1 December with new reveals and awards
INDIE Live Expo is set to broadcast its winter showcase on 1 December 2026, featuring world premieres, updates, and an awards ceremony recognising standout indie games from the year
Physical PlayStation game sales fall as disc demand outpaces purchases
Industry data shows only seven PlayStation games have sold over 100,000 physical copies in the US this year, despite vocal calls for disc releases. The figures highlight a sharp decline in physical media demand on PlayStation platforms
Disney Store Shuts Oxford Street Location After Lorcana Launch Chaos
A major Lorcana card release forced the Disney Store on Oxford Street, London to close its doors after large crowds and aggressive scalper behaviour disrupted the event, leaving the store shut until further notice and players waiting for updates
Inde Navarrette Receives Sealed Modern Warfare 2 Copy at Fanatics Fest
Obsession star Inde Navarrette was presented with a rare, sealed copy of Modern Warfare 2 by a fan at Fanatics Fest in New York, highlighting her reputation as a dedicated gamer and sparking discussion about the value of classic games
Todd Howard says retirement is off the table as Bethesda plans ahead
Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard has stated he is no longer considering retirement, emphasising his ongoing passion for developing games like Skyrim and future projects including The Elder Scrolls 6
Square Enix nearly skipped Final Fantasy 4 to outpace Dragon Quest
Square Enix once considered bypassing Final Fantasy 4 and moving directly to Final Fantasy 5, aiming to overtake Dragon Quest in the JRPG series count. The idea, discussed by senior developers, highlights a unique moment in franchise history
Former GTA 5 producer expects GTA 6 world to be vast and detailed
John Ricchio, who previously worked on GTA 5, has suggested that Rockstar Games is likely to deliver a significantly larger or more detailed world in GTA 6, continuing the studio's established trend of expanding its open-world environments
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced rebuilt from scratch for 2026 release
Ubisoft has revealed that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced required a full redevelopment, as the original 2013 codebase was unsuitable for modern platforms and technology. The remake closely follows the original but is fundamentally a new build
Steam Machine price stays high as memory shortages worsen in 2026
Valve has confirmed that the Steam Machine's steep price is unlikely to drop soon, with ongoing global memory shortages continuing to drive up costs for both production and consumers
Xbox clarifies single-player exclusivity will be decided case by case
Xbox has clarified that not all single-player games from its studios will be exclusive to Xbox consoles, with future exclusivity decisions to be made individually rather than by genre or mode
ZA/UM Announces Layoffs After Zero Parades: For Dead Spies Launch
ZA/UM, the studio behind Disco Elysium, has confirmed layoffs affecting up to 32 staff members following the release of Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, citing commercial challenges despite critical praise
Xbox Clarifies Exclusive Plans as Gears of War: E-Day Stays Off PS5
Xbox executives have confirmed that Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution are not the only exclusives in development, but warn players not to expect every single-player title to remain Xbox-only as the company refines its approach
Jimothy the Raccoon Inspires World of Warcraft and RuneScape Tributes
A viral raccoon named Jimothy has captured the attention of the gaming world, prompting World of Warcraft and Old School RuneScape developers to create in-game tributes, though official support remains unconfirmed
Slowpoke Card Adds 'All-You-Can-Yeet' Move in Pokémon TCG Expansion
Pokémon Trading Card Game's latest Pitch Black expansion introduces a Slowpoke card with a new move, 'All-You-Can-Yeet', drawing attention for its unusual name and gameplay effect
Xbox Restructuring Shifts Focus to Legacy Franchises Over New Ideas
Xbox has announced a major restructure, cutting 3,200 jobs and parting ways with several studios. The company is now prioritising established franchises like Halo and Fallout, raising questions about the future of original game development
Cliff Bleszinski Reflects on LawBreakers Failure and Considers Return
Cliff Bleszinski, known for Gears of War, has discussed his personal struggles and the impact on Boss Key Productions, revealing he is now sober and weighing a possible return to game development