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Sony Confirms New PS5 Exclusives and Release Dates Through 2027
Sony has outlined its upcoming PS5-exclusive line-up, confirming release dates for Marvel's Wolverine, God of War Laufey and more, while clarifying its renewed focus on true console exclusivity for single-player titles
Early Demon's Souls Footage Reveals Dropped First-Person Camera Option
Unreleased 2007 prototype footage has surfaced showing that Demon's Souls once featured a first-person camera mode, offering a glimpse at scrapped mechanics and early design decisions from Japan Studio PD#3
Sony faces antitrust complaint in Mexico over PlayStation physical game support
Mexican politicians have filed an antitrust complaint against Sony, challenging PlayStation's plan to end physical game support and questioning whether digital purchases truly grant ownership or only rental rights
PlayStation 5 Boxes Now Carry Warnings on End of Physical Game Discs
Sony has begun adding warning stickers to PlayStation 5 packaging, alerting buyers that new physical game discs will no longer be produced from January 2028, as the company moves towards an all-digital future for its consoles
Deep Rock Galactic Pickaxe Replicas and Merch Campaign Goes Live on Kickstarter
Ghost Ship Games and Heroic Replicas have launched a Kickstarter for Deep Rock Galactic, offering full metal pickaxe replicas, new soundtrack LPs, and themed merchandise, with backing open until 1 September 2026
Sony Stands Firm on Ending PlayStation Disc Production in 2028
Sony has reaffirmed its plan to discontinue physical PlayStation game discs from January 2028, despite ongoing criticism from players and industry groups concerned about game preservation and consumer choice
Sony Maintains PlayStation Disc Discontinuation Will Not Harm Business
Sony has reiterated that ending PlayStation disc production from 2028 will not negatively affect its business, despite ongoing criticism from players and industry groups concerned about digital-only access and game preservation
Sony Confirms PS5 Memory Supply Secured Ahead of GTA 6 Launch
Sony has stated it has secured enough memory to meet PlayStation 5 sales targets for the current financial year, as Grand Theft Auto 6's November release is expected to drive a surge in demand
BLUE REFLECTION Quartet launches on PlayStation, Switch and PC
KOEI TECMO and Gust have released BLUE REFLECTION Quartet, bringing all four series entries together in a single digital collection for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2 and Windows PC via Steam
Capcom Reports 93% of Game Sales Are Now Digital in 2026
Capcom's latest financial report reveals that digital sales now account for over 93% of its game sales, raising new questions about the future of physical discs as the industry shifts towards digital-first distribution
Guns of Eschaton extended gameplay reveals apocalyptic West combat
4Divinity and Eschatology Entertainment have released the first extended gameplay footage for Guns of Eschaton, showcasing its Soulslike gunfights and occult Western setting ahead of launch on Steam, PlayStation and Xbox platforms
Spider-Man 2 Adds Tom Holland's Brand New Day Suit in Latest PS5 Update
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation 5 has received a new update introducing two additional Spidey suits, including Tom Holland's Brand New Day costume, alongside technical enhancements for PS5 Pro and a new Power Saver mode
GTA 6 Physical Editions in Japan Will Expire 170 Days After Launch
Rockstar has confirmed that physical copies of Grand Theft Auto VI in Japan will only include a digital code, which must be redeemed within 170 days of launch due to local regulations
God of War Laufey Release Date Set for February 2027
Sony Santa Monica has officially announced that God of War Laufey will launch on 16 February 2027, following confirmation at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. The release will include a physical disc edition ahead of PlayStation disc production ending
Next Kratos-Led God of War Game to Follow Laufey's Story Arc
Santa Monica Studio has confirmed that the next mainline God of War game starring Kratos will arrive after God of War Laufey, directly continuing the narrative established in the upcoming Faye-focused entry. Key details remain unannounced
PlayStation Network Restored After Major Outage Disrupts Digital Access
Sony's PlayStation Network suffered a significant outage, leaving players unable to access digital games and services for several hours before full functionality was restored across all platforms
Marvel's Wolverine SDCC Panel Reveals New Trailer, Crossover and Story Details
Insomniac Games used its San Diego Comic-Con 2026 panel to debut a new Marvel's Wolverine trailer, confirm a crossover with Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, and reveal fresh details about the game's story, characters and soundtrack
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Unveils Phoenix Cyclops as First DLC
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has announced Phoenix Cyclops as its first Year 1 DLC character and released its opening movie at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, offering new details on post-launch content and the game's visual direction
Virtua Fighter Crossroads Revealed as Franchise Shifts to Story-Driven Design
Virtua Fighter Crossroads has been officially unveiled by Sega, promising a new narrative focus, fresh characters and a setting ten years after previous entries, but key gameplay details remain unconfirmed
Helldivers 2 Reveals Bolt Pistol for Warhammer 40,000 Crossover Warbond
Sony has confirmed that Helldivers 2's Warhammer 40,000 crossover will be revealed on 30 July, with the Bolt Pistol officially joining the Legendary Warbond. Further details on weapons, armour and content remain unannounced
Black Lake Announced for PC and Consoles with 2027 Release Target
Polydin Studio has revealed Black Lake, a psychological survival horror game set in a drifting orphanage at sea. The title is in development for PC and consoles, with a PC launch planned for winter 2027 and console versions to follow
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
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
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
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