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Last time PlayStation threatened to close PS3 and Vita digital stores, the players revolted: "As gamers and collectors this is a hard pill to swallow"The potential closure of digital storefronts for PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, and PlayStation Vita has sparked concern among gamers and collectors. Experts note that this could significantly increase the value and scarcity of physical copies for many digital-only or hard-to-find titles. The discussion highlights the ongoing debate between digital convenience and the long-term accessibility and ownership provided by physical media.
A rubbish Silent Hill game that's free on PS5 is £52 for the physical editionLimited Run Games is releasing a physical deluxe edition of the free-to-play PlayStation 5 title Silent Hill: The Short Message for $69.99, shipping in January 2027. Despite including art cards, a poster, and a keychain, the high price is criticized given the game's short length and perceived low quality, especially when compared to other recent Silent Hill releases and upcoming titles like Silent Hill: Townfall.
That free, two hour long Silent Hill game is getting a physical for some reason — and of course it costs $70The free PlayStation 5 exclusive horror game Silent Hill: The Short Message is receiving a physical disc release for $69.99 as part of a deluxe edition from Konami and Limited Run Games. This limited edition includes bonus physical items, despite the game being available digitally for free. Pre-orders open July 10, with shipping expected early next year.
"We are profoundly disappointed by Sony's decision" – Game companies express dismay at the end of PlayStation disc productionSony plans to cease production of new PlayStation game discs by January 2028, shifting to an all-digital model and closing older digital storefronts. This decision has drawn criticism from various game companies and preservationists who view physical media as crucial for ownership, preservation, and consumer choice.
Physical media retailers respond to PlayStation's discontinuation of disc-based gamesSony has announced its decision to cease production of physical disc-based games for PlayStation consoles starting in January 2028. This move has drawn disappointment from physical media retailers like GameFly, Fangamer, and iam8bit, who emphasize the importance of physical media for ownership, preservation, and consumer choice. While GameStop and Limited Run Games have not yet commented, Sony cites shifting consumer trends for its decision, which may also suggest cost-cutting measures for future hardware.
Good timing? Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is getting a physical Switch 2 release from Limited Run GamesLimited Run Games is releasing a physical edition of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch, with pre-orders opening soon. The Standard edition costs $49.99 and the Collector's edition is $79.99, both including extra physical items. Aspyr has also recently released a port of Rise of the Tomb Raider for the Switch, with Shadow of the Tomb Raider expected to follow.
33 years later, the 3DO could make an unexpected comeback, but the '90s console revival is already being branded as…Empire Interactive has announced its acquisition of the 3DO trademark and selected intellectual property rights, sparking a potential revival of the 1990s console. However, the legitimacy of this claim is being contested by Throwback Entertainment, which asserts ownership of the assets, and former Limited Run Games CEO Josh Fairhurst has expressed skepticism about the revival's validity due to the complex web of rights and trademarks involved.- Limited Run announces Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition physical for Switch 2Limited Run Games has partnered with Square Enix to release a physical version of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch. This edition will include all DLC, online multiplayer, and bonus content, with options to purchase the game standalone or as part of a collector's set.
Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 physical release announced, standard and collector’s edition versionsLimited Run Games has announced a physical release for Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch, including both standard and collector's editions. The collector's edition will feature the game, soundtrack CD, steelcase, map, and a pry axe keychain. Pre-orders begin on July 2, 2026.
Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 1 and 2 Nintendo Switch physical releases announcedLimited Run Games has announced physical releases for Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 1 and 2 on the Nintendo Switch. Both titles will be available individually and as part of a deluxe edition that includes bonus items. Pre-orders for these physical editions are set to open on June 26, 2026.- Beloved Dungeon Crawler FATE: Reawakened Opens Physical PreordersPublisher gamigo announced that the dungeon crawler FATE: Reawakened will receive physical editions for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5, produced in partnership with Limited Run Games. Preorders are open until July 19th and include the Prometheus DLC. The physical edition costs $49.99 USD and brings the entire FATE quadrilogy with graphical overhauls and expanded language support.
Fate: Reawakened Nintendo Switch physical release on the wayLimited Run Games has announced a physical release for the Nintendo Switch version of Fate: Reawakened, which will include the Prometheus DLC. The game, initially released digitally in March 2025, is a modern take on the classic dungeon crawler series, featuring all four original Fate games with enhanced graphics and procedurally generated dungeons. Pre-orders for the physical edition begin on June 18, 2026.
ShackStream: Snow Bros on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 717The Stevetendo Show is featuring Snow Brothers on the Nintendo Switch for its Retro Night episode 717. The game, a personal favorite of the host, is a sought-after NES title now available in a collection by Limited Run Games. The stream will also include further gameplay of Pragmata.
Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection launch trailer – new bundle of classics on Nintendo SwitchLimited Run Games has launched the Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection on Nintendo Switch, featuring six classic Rugrats games with modern enhancements like rewind and save anywhere features. The collection includes titles such as Rugrats: Search for Reptar and Rugrats in Paris: The Movie, with a physical release planned for later.
The Big Con secures Nintendo Switch physical releaseThe Big Con is receiving a physical release on Nintendo Switch, distributed by Limited Run Games. The game, originally released digitally in 2022, follows a high schooler on a road trip to save her family's video store by swindling strangers in the 1990s.
Nintendo Download: 21st May (North America)The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a variety of new games to the eShop, including "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book," "Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Edition," and "Coffee Talk Tokyo." Other notable releases include "Bubsy 4D," "FZ: Formation Z," and "R-Type Dimensions III," alongside numerous indie titles across various genres.
Embracer is splitting in half again, sending Fellowship Entertainment on its merry wayEmbracer Group is splitting into two segments, creating a new company called Fellowship Entertainment to house major IPs like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider, with an IPO planned for 2027. This move aims to better communicate Embracer's diverse operations and unlock the potential of its undervalued assets. The company has undergone previous splits and significant layoffs following financial difficulties.
Embracer Group’s Game Development Arm is Being Spun-Off Into Fellowship EntertainmentEmbracer Group is splitting into two publicly listed companies: Fellowship Entertainment and a streamlined Embracer Group, with Fellowship Entertainment expected to list on Nasdaq Stockholm in 2027. Fellowship Entertainment will focus on game development, publishing, and licensing, retaining IPs like Tomb Raider and The Lord of the Rings. The move aims to provide more focused management and unlock the potential of each business.
Limited Run Games shows off revised Sonic X Shadow Generations statue prototypeLimited Run Games has revealed a revised prototype statue for the super expensive Sonic X Shadow Generations limited edition after initial fan dissatisfaction. The updated version features improved sculpting, cleaner paint applications, brighter metallic gold accents, and a sturdier base. The revised statue has been sent to SEGA for feedback before full manufacturing begins.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 632Gaming website Push Square staff members discuss their weekend gaming plans, with mentions of Scott Pilgrim EX, Mixtape, and The Artful Escape. The article invites readers to share their own gaming choices for the weekend.