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Konami's Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls to be taken offline next month
Konami has announced that its Apple Arcade exclusive, Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls, will be delisted on August 20 and shut down entirely on September 3. The game, which originally launched in 2019 and later moved to Apple Arcade without microtransactions, will no longer be playable after September 3. This follows similar service terminations for other mobile titles like Mario Kart Tour.
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 has apparently removed MGS4’s PS3 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, launching August 27, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, appears to have removed references to the PlayStation 3 in Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. While the original game featured a PlayStation 3 console and a line referencing its Blu-ray disc, the Nintendo versions reportedly replace the console with GA-KO figures, sparking speculation about dialogue changes. Konami has also provided details on the games' performance on Nintendo's platforms.
Nintendo Switch version of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection 2 seemingly removes the PS3 from Snake's plane, suggesting an iconic joke will have to be changed
Screenshots for Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 2 indicate that the Nintendo Switch version of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots will alter or remove the PlayStation 3 console from certain in-game scenes. This change suggests that iconic fourth-wall-breaking jokes referencing the PS3's Blu-ray capabilities may be modified for the port.
Japan’s best-selling games of July 2026 – huge sales for Rhythm Heaven Groove and Splatoon Raiders
Famitsu data reveals Rhythm Heaven Groove and Splatoon Raiders had massive debuts in Japan during July 2026, selling nearly 700,000 and 500,000 physical copies respectively. Nintendo dominated software sales and was the top publisher for the month, with the Nintendo Switch 2 remaining the best-selling console.
Games Inbox: What is the best The Simpsons video game?
Readers discuss their favorite Simpsons video games, with a desire for retro collections including titles like Hit & Run and the arcade game. Other topics include the longevity of Fortnite, the future of the Halo franchise, the implications of digital-only consoles, and the state of Blizzard's game development.
An Exclusive Castlevania Game Is Shutting Down
Konami has announced that the Apple Arcade exclusive Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls will be removed from the service on August 20 and will shut down permanently on September 3, 2026. The game, originally released in 2019 and re-released on Apple Arcade in 2021, will no longer be playable after its service termination date. No specific reason was given for the shutdown.
Konami’s Castlevania relaunch will be delisted and removed before the popular side-scroller gets the chance to…
Konami is delisting Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls from Apple Arcade on September 3, 2026, after which its servers will shut down, rendering the game unplayable. The action-RPG, which launched in September 2021, featured live-service elements like co-op and PvP. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming Castlevania: Belmont's Curse.
2K funds new AAA sports studio as EA Sports FC faces potential new rival
Take-Two Interactive, through its 2K label, has established Small Axe Studios in Vancouver, staffed by veterans from EA Sports FC and FIFA. The new studio aims to create a AAA sports game, potentially challenging EA Sports FC's market dominance. While the specific sport is unconfirmed, evidence suggests a focus on football, with key personnel having extensive experience in football game development.
How Stephen King watching a train hit a kid led to Kiefer Sutherland making his videogame horse crap on command: A PC…
This article traces an unlikely causal chain from a childhood tragedy witnessed by Stephen King to Kiefer Sutherland's ability to command a horse to defecate in Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain. The connection is made through the film Stand by Me, which starred Sutherland, its popularity in Japan, and the influence of the TV show 24, also starring Sutherland, on Hideo Kojima's design choices for Metal Gear Solid 5.
Messi And Yamal Headline eFootball 2027’s Big New Season Update
KONAMI has released a major update for eFootball 2027, introducing a 2026/27 season refresh with gameplay enhancements like Fluid Formations and Dynamic Volley. The update also adds a new Custom Tournament mode, new daily content, and special editions featuring Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal. The free-to-play game is available on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and mobile platforms.
Games Inbox: Is No Man’s Sky worth playing 10 years on?
This article discusses the 10th anniversary of No Man's Sky, praising Hello Games for its redemption and the new Cosmos update. It also touches on speculation about Grand Theft Auto 6's online mode, recommendations for indie games like Big Walk, and theories surrounding Silent Hill 2. Additionally, it includes commentary on industry practices, developer criticism of publishers, and anticipation for upcoming titles like A Plague Tale and The Legend of Zelda.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Issues on PS5 and PS5 Pro Acknowledged by Konami After Latest Patch
Konami has acknowledged issues with the Silent Hill 2 remake on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro following the release of Patch 1.07. Players are reporting problems with shadows, character models, and ghosting, particularly in Performance Mode. The development team is investigating solutions but has not provided an estimated time for fixes.
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Konami is investigating performance mode issues with Silent Hill 2 on PlayStation 5 following a recent patch. The problems were reported after the latest update to the game.
Konami investigating Silent Hill 2 Performance Mode issues after latest PS5 patch
Konami is investigating performance issues on PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro for the Silent Hill 2 remake following the release of Patch 1.07. Players have reported problems with crushed blacks and overly dark shadows specifically in Performance Mode after the update, which was intended to improve visual fidelity.
Metal Gear Solid 4 Is Why Master Collection Vol. 2 Could Be Absolutely Massive
Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots is set to be re-released as part of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, ending its 18-year exclusivity to the PlayStation 3. The article highlights the game's unique stealth-action mechanics, narrative complexity, and experimental gameplay elements, contrasting it with modern gaming trends. This re-release aims to bring the title to a wider audience across multiple platforms.
What happens after GTA 6?
The article argues that the era of the Western blockbuster game, heavily reliant on pushing graphical fidelity and realism, is ending, with Grand Theft Auto 6 potentially being the last of its kind. It suggests that while GTA 6 will be a massive success, its focus on hyper-realism may not resonate as strongly with players as it once did, especially as hardware costs rise and other games find success through unique art styles and gameplay innovation. The author posits that future game development may shift towards more diverse and complex experiences rather than an endless pursuit of graphical realism.
Ranbler - A rather decent Scramble clone for the ZX Next by zxspeccykid
Ranbler, a new game for the ZX Spectrum Next, has been released, serving as a clone of Konami's 1981 arcade classic Scramble. Developed by zxspeccykid as a solo project using z80 assembly, the game features 13 levels and incorporates advanced ZX Spectrum Next hardware capabilities. The creator credits the homebrew community and open-source materials for their learning process.
29 years later, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night gets its second PC port in 4 weeks thanks to fans of the PS1 version
A new PC port of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, based on the original PlayStation 1 version, has been released by fans. This follows a previous fan port derived from the Xbox 360 version. The new port offers features like widescreen support and a built-in randomizer, with potential for further modding and updates.
Combat School is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Hamster has announced that Combat School will be released as an Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 tomorrow, August 6. Originally released by Konami in 1987, the action game tasks players with undergoing training at a military academy. The Arcade Archives series faithfully reproduces classic arcade games with features like save states, rewind, and online leaderboards, with the '2' series adding a Time Attack Mode and VRR support.
August is the calm before the storm for this year's new game releases
August 2026 is a relatively quiet month for new PC game releases, offering a chance to catch up on titles from earlier in the year. Notable releases include the 1.0 launch of Fields of Mistria, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, and the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, which finally brings Metal Gear Solid 4 to PC. The month also features several DLC updates for existing games and major industry events like Gamescom.
