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Mortal Shell II Review
Mortal Shell II arrives as a sprawling, open-ended action-RPG that successfully expands its predecessor's grim foundations.
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One of Steam's Biggest New RPGs Is Officially Getting a PS5 Version
The popular open-world RPG DragonSword: Awakening is expanding to consoles following a strong initial performance on Steam.
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Sony promoting vinyl player enrages critics opposing end of physical PS5 game discs
Sony’s promotional campaign for the PS-LX3BT turntable faces backlash from users concerned about the company’s transition away from physical game media.
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Angry PlayStation Fans Propose PS5 Blackout in Protest of Sony's Disc Decision
PlayStation fans schedule a week‑long PS5 blackout in August to protest Sony’s plan to end physical discs.
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Rockstar clarifies which GTA 6 pre-order download codes are going to be region-locked, and how that is going to affect the game in your country
PS5 owners face region‑locked GTA VI download codes and a short validity window, while Xbox buyers avoid the restriction.
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Nioh 3 DLC ‘Hell Rising’ launches August 19
Nioh 3’s first DLC drops August 19, promising new weapons, a harder mode and a dive into the Keian Era for PS5 fans.
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Big PlayStation Game Sale Is A Perfect Chance To Build Up Your Physical Collection Before Sony Kills Discs
Over 90 PlayStation games are on massive discount as Sony prepares to discontinue physical discs, sparking a collector‑focused buying rush.
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MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls opening movie, DLC character Phoenix Cyclops announced
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls enters open beta on PC and PS5 following the reveal of its opening cinematic and first Year 1 DLC character.
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Tomb Raider: Catalyst Delay to 2028 Confirmed by Amazon Games Boss
Amazon Games has confirmed that the upcoming title Tomb Raider: Catalyst will not be released until 2028.
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Soulslike action RPG FOUNTAINS coming to PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch in 2026 alongside new DLC
The soulslike action RPG FOUNTAINS is expanding to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch consoles in 2026.
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PS5's War for Attention Finds a New Foe with Games on Amazon Prime
Amazon is integrating its Luna gaming service directly into the Prime Video app, challenging traditional console dominance.
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Xbox Console Sales Jumped 86 Percent In June Despite High Prices
Xbox reports a significant sales surge in the U.S. market, standing as the industry's sole growth outlier amidst a broader hardware downturn.
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Arcade comedy sports game Pro Jank Footy launches August 12 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC
Arcade sports title Pro Jank Footy and driving game Wreckreation 2 are drawing attention as new releases capture interest in chaotic, arcade-style gameplay.
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‘Marathon’ PvE Mode Is Live, But Temper Your Expectations
Marathon has launched a new roguelite PvE mode titled Vault Breaker, now available for players on PS5.
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"There has to be a reason for people to buy an Xbox": Making sense of Microsoft's messy return to console exclusivity
Microsoft is pivoting back to console-exclusive gaming, sparking questions about the future of its Xbox hardware strategy.
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Sales Data Paints a Very Grim Picture for Physical PS5 Games in the USA
New industry data reveals a sharp decline in physical PlayStation game sales across the United States for 2026.
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See How Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Transforms The Pirate Classic
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced faces dual scrutiny as positive reviews meet labor strikes at Ubisoft Barcelona.
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2026 Soulslike Selling Out Proves PS5 Players Still Want Discs
Physical preorders for Mortal Shell 2 have sold out on PlayStation 5, sparking discussions about continued consumer demand for disc-based media.
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I'm Glad That Moss Is On Console Now, But It's Not The Same
The critically acclaimed VR title 'Moss: The Forgotten Relics' debuts on consoles today, sparking a debate on the transition from virtual reality to flat screens.
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60+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Massive Summer Sale
Sony has launched its 2026 PlayStation Store Summer Sale, offering discounts on over 60 titles for PS5, PS4, and PSVR2 platforms.
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Halo Ready for PS5 Debut, Campaign Evolved Goes Gold
Halo: Campaign Evolved has achieved gold status ahead of its upcoming PlayStation 5 release on July 28.
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Super Bomberman Collection update to add Super Bomberman: Panic Bomber W on August 20
Konami is bringing the 1995 Japan-exclusive title Super Bomberman: Panic Bomber W to the West via a free update to the Super Bomberman Collection.
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Bully's Spiritual Successor Playing Truant on PS5, Console Release Date to Be Announced Later
The game Agefield High is confirmed for an August Steam launch, with console versions for the PS5 currently awaiting a release date.
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Super Yanoman Collection announced for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC
Nostalgic SNES revival: Edia’s Super Yanoman Collection reunites three ’90s classics across PS5, Switch, and PC
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July 2026 PS Plus Premium Game Has Already Been Confirmed
Sony’s July PS Plus Premium game leak sparks early buzz for a surprise PS2 classic
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Sony's FlexStrike PS5 Fight Stick Delayed Indefinitely, Now Launches After Marvel Tokon
Sony’s FlexStrike fight stick vanishes from shelves—just as *Marvel’s Tokon* arrives.
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I got obliterated in the Pokémon team's new Soulslike
Pokémon’s new Soulslike game is crushing players—even veterans—and critics are dissecting its brutal design.
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Digimon Story Time Stranger Free Update Releasing Alongside Switch Versions
Digimon Story: Time Stranger receives a significant free update alongside its expansion to new hardware platforms.
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The Steam Machine costs $1,049, but Xbox Mode already proved you don't need to spend a dime
Valve’s $1,049 Steam Machine faces skepticism as Xbox Mode proves PC gaming can be free
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Attack on Titan 3 launches this winter, first gameplay
Koei Tecmo has announced Attack on Titan 3, confirming an open-world format and a winter 2026 release window across platforms including PS5.
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ONTOS delayed to 2027
Frictional Games has officially pushed the release of its upcoming sci-fi horror title, ONTOS, into 2027.
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Best Buy Hosts July 4th Sale With Notable Apple and Tech Deals
Best Buy has launched a series of holiday discounts featuring price reductions on major consumer electronics and gaming hardware.
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PlayStation Plus Adds Massive 2025 PS5 Adventure RPG
PlayStation Plus is expanding its game catalog with the addition of Black Desert, while users report regional changes to service announcements.
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Grand Theft Auto VI Rumored to Offer 60 FPS Mode on PS5/Xbox Series X, But Maybe Not at Launch
GTA 6’s 60 FPS mode sparks speculation as leaks clash with launch timelines
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Sony is killing all physical PlayStation game discs
Sony has announced plans to end the production of physical game discs for its PlayStation consoles starting in January 2028.
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PS5 Dominates Xbox for Single Player Games, New Data Suggests
PS5 captures 75-80% of AAA single-player game launch sales, leaving Xbox trailing in console dominance
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BlazBlue: Central Fiction DLC character Trinity Glassfille revealed
A decade after its release, *BlazBlue: Central Fiction* breaks silence with a surprise DLC fighter—fans react instantly.
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Rumour: Naughty Dog Chose to Remake The Last of Us 1 for PS5 Instead of Uncharted 1
Naughty Dog’s reported shift from *Uncharted* to *The Last of Us* remake sparks fan debate over franchise priorities
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PlayStation Will Continue To Push Live Service Games Despite Evident Challenges, While Teasing A PlayStation 6 Handheld
Sony doubles down on live-service games—and hints at a PS6 handheld—despite past struggles
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With GTA looming, consoles are getting expensive at the worst possible time
Retailers are warning of potential console shortages as consumer demand surges ahead of the upcoming launch of GTA VI.
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Remember Korean Stealth Game MUDANG? Looks Like It's Not Coming Out
The development of the stealth action game MUDANG: Two Hearts has officially ceased following the bankruptcy of EVR Studio.