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Spider-Man 2 Gets Surprise PlayStation 5 Update With Free DLC
Insomniac Games has released a free update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation 5, adding two new suits for Peter Parker and introducing enhancements for the PS5 Pro. The update also includes a Power Saver mode for base consoles and the Pro. The game is currently available at a discounted price as part of a PlayStation Store promotion.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 gets surprise update adding Spider-Man: Brand New Day suit and more as Insomniac's game…
Insomniac Games has released a surprise update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2, adding two new free suits for Peter Parker: the Fresh Start suit inspired by Spider-Man: Brand New Day and the Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls suit. The update also includes support for Enhanced PSSR on PlayStation 5 Pro and a Power Saver mode.
Marvel’s Wolverine: 13 New Details We Just Learned
Insomniac Games revealed new details about Marvel's Wolverine, set to release on September 15. The game is set on Earth-1048, the same dimension as Marvel's Spider-Man, and features a 200-year-old Wolverine dealing with amnesia and a modern villain, Bolivar Trask. The X-Men have not yet formed, but Team X, including Sabretooth and Mystique, operates in the shadows, led by Nathaniel Essex.
Sony May Have the Data on Its Side, but It’s Still Losing the Digital-Only Argument
Sony's decision to move to digital-only games by 2028 has faced significant backlash, with consumers concerned about game preservation and the loss of physical media. Despite this, the company has remained largely silent, possibly anticipating the reaction and relying on declining physical sales data. The article questions the long-term viability of an all-digital future, citing potential issues with online infrastructure and the importance of physical media for certain markets and consumer preferences.
Marvel’s Wolverine – Breaking Down the New Story Trailer and Teases
Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine is set to feature an original story where Logan battles Bolivar Trask and his mutant-hunting Sentinels. The article breaks down recent story trailers, highlighting potential plot points involving familiar characters like Jean Grey, the possible appearance of Nathaniel Essex (Mister Sinister), and the return of Team X. The game is scheduled for release on September 15th for PlayStation 5.
Marvel’s Wolverine Doesn’t Feature the X-Men Because They “Don’t Yet Exist”
Marvel's Wolverine, developed by Insomniac Games, will not feature the X-Men as they do not yet exist in the game's world. The narrative focuses on Wolverine's personal story and his role in a black-ops group fighting for mutant survival, with characters like Jean Grey and Mystique appearing in supporting roles. The game is set to release on September 15th for PlayStation 5.
God of War Laufey Confirms it Will Release With a Disc
God of War Laufey has confirmed it will release with a physical disc, a move that deviates from Sony's recent trend of digital-only releases for first-party titles. The game, which follows Atreus' mother Laufey, is set to launch in 2027 exclusively for PlayStation 5. Santa Monica Studio has assured fans that stories focusing on Kratos will still be told.
We need games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Balatro, and Peak as a cure for the "fear" in the industry,…
Industry professionals are calling for more creative courage in game development, citing titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Balatro, and Peak as examples of innovation. They argue that an excessive focus on de-risking and market research leads to homogenous, uninspiring games, and that the industry's fear of risk is its greatest threat. This discussion highlights the contrast between mid-sized AA budgets and the escalating costs of AAA development.
Fallout 3 and New Vegas Remasters are a good start, but before Fallout 5 Bethesda could be doing so much more
The announcement of Fallout 3 and New Vegas remasters highlights the long neglect of the Fallout series, with Fallout 5 not expected for many years. While new content for Fallout 76 and a potential Obsidian project are on the horizon, the article argues that Xbox and Bethesda could leverage other studios within their ecosystem to develop more Fallout titles and better manage the franchise's potential.
Marvel's Wolverine just got a new story trailer spotlighting Jean Grey, The Hand, and... is that Troy Baker?
Insomniac Games released a new story trailer for Marvel's Wolverine, showcasing Jean Grey, Team X, and various villains including The Hand. The trailer also hinted at actor Troy Baker's involvement. The game is set to launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on September 15.
Marvel’s Wolverine Features a Suit Inspired by Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls (and Vice Versa)
Insomniac Games has announced a crossover between Marvel's Wolverine and Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, where each game will feature a suit inspired by the other. Marvel's Wolverine will receive an anime-style suit, while Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will get a suit based on Insomniac's design. Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls launches August 6th for PlayStation 5 and PC, with Marvel's Wolverine exclusively for PlayStation 5 on September 15th.
Marvel’s Wolverine Story Trailer is Packed With Action, Drama, and A Huge Sentinel
Insomniac Games released a new story trailer for Marvel's Wolverine, showcasing action-packed moments and dramatic narrative elements. The trailer features encounters with villains like Omega Red, Lady Deathstrike, and Sabretooth, and hints at a plot involving Trask kidnapping mutants. Marvel's Wolverine is set to launch on September 15th for PlayStation 5.
Marvel's Wolverine: Deep Cuts SDCC Panel Live Report | Comic Con 2026
Insomniac Games held a panel for their upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive, Marvel's Wolverine, at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. This report covers the live updates from the event.
Marvel’s Wolverine Actor Reveals The Performance That Terrified Him
Liam McIntyre, the actor portraying Wolverine in Insomniac Games' upcoming title, discussed the performance that most terrified him: tapping into the character's berserker rage. He explained that while the performance was initially daunting, the trust he had in the Insomniac team allowed him to fully commit. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5 on September 15.
Evening Interviews
Interviews with the creator of Human Fall Flat and Insomniac Games reveal details about Marvel's Wolverine, which is set in a timeline before the X-Men exist. The article touches on a decade of game development and studio insights.
Industry analyst reports only 7 PlayStation games 'have sold more than 100,000 physical units year-to-date' in the US, as fans demand Sony kill its plan to end the production of discs
Industry analyst Mat Piscatella reports that only seven PlayStation games have sold over 100,000 physical units in the US year-to-date, with only two selling over 10,000 in a single week. This data emerges as fans protest Sony's planned discontinuation of physical disc production in January 2028, though analysts suggest the company will not reverse its decision due to the profitability of digital sales.
Only 7 PlayStation games have sold over 100,000 physical copies in the US this year, says analyst, as commenters demand…
Industry analyst Mat Piscatella reports that only seven PlayStation games have sold over 100,000 physical copies in the US this year, suggesting a decline in physical media sales. Despite fan outcry for physical discs, data indicates that digital sales are dominant, with over half of Xbox Series consoles and a quarter of PlayStation 5 consoles lacking physical drives.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day director says the Insomniac games were a "great inspiration" for certain stunts in…
Destin Daniel Cretton, director of the upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day, revealed that the Insomniac Games' Spider-Man video game series served as a significant inspiration for the movie's stunts. Members of the stunt department, who were avid players of the games, brought in screenshots of in-game moves to replicate for the film. The popular PlayStation and PC franchise includes Marvel's Spider-Man, Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
The Sunday Papers
This article discusses various disparate topics within the gaming world, including a car sponsored by the game Umamusume Pretty Derby in Japan's Super GT racing series, controversy surrounding the character Valko in Love and Deepspace, and reflections on game design elements like doors and ladders. It also touches upon the film The Odyssey and a fictional narrative involving a delivery driver.
Marvel's Wolverine Trailer Flooded With Comments as Physical Disc Backlash Against PlayStation Continues
A new trailer for Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine has been met with negative comments from fans upset by Sony's decision to stop producing physical discs for PlayStation games. The backlash highlights ongoing player dissatisfaction with the shift away from physical media.