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Konami’s New PS5 Pro Enhanced Adventure Game Impresses Players
Konami's new horror-adventure game, Silent Hill: Townfall, developed by Screen Burn Interactive, is receiving praise for its impressive performance on the PlayStation 5 Pro. Digital Foundry highlighted its use of hardware-accelerated Lumen and higher resolutions compared to the base PS5, though it noted significant performance issues on PC. The game features a first-person perspective and is available on PS5 and PS5 Pro.
Konami has a Silent Hill lore bible and no, you can't see it
Konami maintains an internal lore bible for the Silent Hill series but generally keeps it from development teams, encouraging them to research and interpret the series' themes organically. This hands-off approach is seen as a positive factor in the success of recent titles like Silent Hill: Townfall and Silent Hill f, allowing developers to bring their unique perspectives to the franchise.
Metal Gear Solid 2's first-ever boss skip has been discovered after 25 years, and it involves making a guard do the…
A significant boss skip has been discovered in Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty after 25 years, allowing players to bypass the Olga Gurlukovich fight entirely. The exploit involves manipulating an unconscious guard and a checkpoint to bypass the bomb sequence, marking the first boss skip found for the game and potentially impacting future speedruns.
Japan’s best-selling games of August 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Groove on top, Village in the Shade has a strong debut
Famitsu has released Japan's best-selling games for August 2026, with Rhythm Heaven Groove topping the charts for the second month. Village in the Shade debuted strongly, while Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition also saw significant sales. Nintendo Switch 2 hardware sales saw a slight increase.
Metal Gear Solid 2 Speedrunner Discovers First Ever Boss Skip in 25 Years
A speedrunner named Apel has discovered the first-ever boss skip in Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, 25 years after its release. The skip allows players to bypass the Olga Gurlukovich boss fight in the Tanker chapter by manipulating game progression flags. This discovery is a significant development for the game's speedrunning community and is expected to lead to new world records.
Frogger Junior - Love the classic Arcade frogger? Then check out this new Amstrad GX4000 and ZX Spectrum NEXT game!
Frogger Junior, a modern reimagining of the 1981 arcade classic Frogger, has been released for the Amstrad GX4000 and ZX Spectrum Next. Developed by RedBug, Pulsophonic, and TITAN, the game features vibrant pixel art and challenging gameplay across highways and rivers, tasking players with guiding a frog to claim property portfolios.
UK software sales chart for the week ending September 26, 2026 – Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave hangs on to the top 10
The UK software sales chart for the week ending September 26, 2026, shows EA Sports FC 27 debuting at number one. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave remains in the top ten, holding the eighth position.
Recension – Silent Hill Townfall
Silent Hill: Townfall is a successful experiment in the modern Silent Hill renaissance, earning a 3 out of 5 rating. The game excels in its breathtaking world-building of a 1990s Scottish coastal town, St Amelia, and its psychological horror elements. However, frustrating stealth and combat segments detract from the overall experience, despite the impressive detail and atmosphere.
Castlevania's Iconic Soundtrack Gets Its Own Symphony, Brought to Life by a 25-Piece Power Rock Orchestra
Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with a special symphony featuring a 25-member rock orchestra. This event will bring the series' iconic music to fans in Tokyo, London, and Los Angeles.
How Silent Hill Lost Its Way and Found It Again
The Silent Hill franchise has undergone a significant revival, moving from a period of inconsistent releases and cancelled projects to a successful comeback spearheaded by new titles like the Silent Hill 2 Remake, Silent Hill f, and Silent Hill: Townfall. Konami's strategy of betting big on the franchise with multiple external studios, each bringing a unique vision, has successfully recaptured its psychological horror roots and innovative spirit, suggesting a bright future with potential for annual releases.
Castlevania celebrates turning 40 by giving away the original game for free
Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania by offering the original 1986 game for free on mobile platforms until October 24, 2026. Additionally, various Castlevania titles are available at significant discounts across PlayStation Store and Steam. The upcoming entry, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, is set to release on October 15 for Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Shack Chat: Which developer would you like to see make a Konami game next?
Shacknews staff members discuss which developers they would like to see tackle Konami's classic franchises. Suggestions include Remedy Entertainment for Metal Gear, VS Studio for Bloody Roar, and Yacht Club Games for Contra, among others.
Original Castlevania Is Now Free on Mobile for Its 40th Anniversary
Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania by offering the original game for free on Android and iOS mobile devices until October 24, 2026. This promotion allows players to download the classic gothic action game, which first launched in 1986, and keep it permanently.
How to open the auxiliary lines in Part 6 of Silent Hill: Townfall
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to solve the auxiliary lines puzzle in Part 6 of Silent Hill: Townfall. It details how to obtain the key from the command center, access the auxiliary room, and interpret the clues from the floppy disk to correctly set the levers.
The most underrated Castlevania games could be making a comeback as a Konami teaser gives fans hope for a 3D collection
Konami's 40th-anniversary Castlevania video has sparked speculation among fans about a potential collection of the series' 3D titles. The video featured artwork from Castlevania: Lament of Innocence, Castlevania: Curse of Darkness, and Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, leading to theories that these previously console-locked games might be re-released. This follows the announcement of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a new mainline entry.
Vi tar spelhelg med Control Resonant, Wolverine och en AI-svärm
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, with titles like Astro Bot, Control, Marvel's Wolverine, and Hauntii being highlighted. Some are playing on PlayStation 5 and PC, while others are opting for mobile games like Balatro or considering titles like Dune: Awakening before Grand Theft Auto VI. One person is experimenting with an AI swarm for game prototyping, and another expresses disappointment over not purchasing a Steam Deck.
Celebrate Castlevania’s 40th Anniversary With Free Game and PlayStation Discounts
Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with a free mobile release of the original game and discounts on several collections on the PlayStation Store. The original Castlevania is available for free on Android and iOS from September 25 through October 24, 2026. PlayStation discounts include the Castlevania Dominus Collection, Advance Collection, Requiem, and Anniversary Collection, with prices starting at $3.99.
Castlevania Turns 40, And Konami May Have Just Teased A 3D Collection
Konami celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Castlevania series with a tribute video that may be teasing a new 3D collection. The video featured artwork from several 3D-era titles, sparking speculation about a compilation of PS2 and Xbox 360/PS3 games. Konami also announced sales for select Castlevania titles and new vinyl soundtracks.
Castlevania is free on iOS and Android for 30 days only
Konami is offering the original NES version of Castlevania for free on iOS and Android devices for a limited time to celebrate the franchise's 40th anniversary. The promotion runs until October 24th in Japan, allowing players to experience the beginning of the saga.
How to find all blood bags in Silent Hill Townfall and solve the blood type puzzle
This guide details how to find all five blood bags in Silent Hill: Townfall to solve the blood type puzzle and open the Blood Transfusion Door. It outlines the locations of specific blood bags and patient notes needed to progress through the medical center, emphasizing stealth and puzzle-solving elements.
