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State of Play Announced for June 2nd, Includes New Look at Marvel’s WolverineSony announced the next State of Play presentation will air on June 2nd, featuring over 60 minutes of game updates and reveals. The showcase will include a closer look at Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, with details on combat and potential pricing. Other anticipated titles like Naughty Dog's Intergalactic, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Fairgame$ may also be featured.
PlayStation Leak Teases Unannounced Exclusive Game in Development | Invision Game CommunityLeaks suggest Sony is developing an unannounced first-party exclusive game for the PlayStation 5, potentially to be revealed at an upcoming showcase. While unconfirmed, insider reports and studio listings hint at multiple new projects in development at PlayStation Studios, including potential work from Naughty Dog.
Sony retreats from PC gaming, robbing us of maybe 4 gamesSony is reportedly ceasing the release of its single-player PlayStation games on PC, according to PlayStation boss Herman Hulst. This decision marks a shift from the company's previous strategy of porting titles like Horizon: Zero Dawn and God of War to PC. While multiplayer games will still be released on PC, this move emphasizes Sony's focus on its PlayStation 5 console as the primary platform for its prestige single-player experiences.
PS5 Fans Vote Jak & Daxter As Their Most Wanted PlayStation RevivalA poll revealed that PlayStation fans most want a revival of the Jak & Daxter series on the PlayStation 5, with nearly 500 votes. Other highly requested franchises include Sly Cooper, Resistance, Killzone, and MotorStorm. Sony is reportedly exploring ways to bring back its legacy intellectual properties.
Wildcard Wishlist: 14 games we're desperate to see at Summer Game Fest 2026This article outlines a wishlist of 14 games the GamesRadar+ team hopes to see announced or receive updates on at Summer Game Fest 2026. The list includes highly anticipated titles like Grand Theft Auto 6, The Witcher 4, and The Elder Scrolls 6, alongside more speculative wishes for unrevealed games such as Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe and Persona 6.
'It’s all shaping up to be a wonderfully daring adventure, with plenty of surprises in store' — The 2026 Future Games Show Summer Showcase has found its hosts in The Last of Us actor Troy Baker and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis' Alix Wilton ReganActors Troy Baker and Alix Wilton Regan have been announced as the hosts for the Future Games Show Summer Showcase on June 6. The event will feature world premieres, new trailers, and deep dives into over 40 games, including reveals for Halloween: The Game, WARDOGS, and EXODUS.
"The people that you care about and root for are not good all the time" - Craig Mazin discusses landing the crucial Abby perspective in The Last of Us season threeShowrunner Craig Mazin discussed the narrative focus for The Last of Us season three, which will heavily feature Abby's perspective. He explained that the season aims to challenge viewers' perceptions of heroes and villains, forcing them to reconcile with the idea that characters they root for are not always good. Mazin also noted that Kaitlyn Dever's casting as Abby was crucial for making the character sympathetic.
Games Inbox: Are 3D platformers a dead genre?This collection of reader letters discusses the perceived decline of 3D platformers, the controversy surrounding game reviews and developer apologies, and the high price of upcoming games like Grand Theft Auto 6. Other topics include the financial struggles of Sony's acquisition of Bungie and the increasing time it takes to develop games.
Uncharted 4's binned original version would have had a much bigger role for Nathan Drake's love interest, Elena FisherA deep dive into the original vision for Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, created by series creator Amy Hennig, reveals significant differences from the final game. Hennig's version would have featured a larger role for Elena Fisher and a different narrative structure for Nathan Drake and his brother Sam. The game's development shifted significantly after Hennig's departure from Naughty Dog.
The Last Of Us Season 3 Writer Hints At Emotional Struggles To Come In The StoryThe Last of Us showrunner Craig Mazin discussed the upcoming third season, stating it will explore the moral complexities of its characters and force viewers to reconcile their empathy for flawed individuals. Season 3 will focus on Abby's story, potentially featuring her father, and may be the show's final season. Mazin also mentioned that the game series The Last of Us 3 is rumored to be in development by Naughty Dog.
Uncharted 4's 10th Anniversary Was One For The Books, Our Best Look At Amy Hennig's Vision | Console CreaturesA recent documentary explores the troubled development and original vision for Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, which celebrated its 10th anniversary on May 10. The game underwent significant changes after creative director Amy Hennig's departure, with new directors Neil Druckmann and Bruce Straley leading the project to its eventual PlayStation 4 release.
No One Noticed Intergalactic's Hidden Naughty Dog Easter EggActress Tati Gabrielle revealed that the character name Jordan A. Mun in the upcoming game Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet contains a hidden Naughty Dog Easter egg. The initials J-A-M are a callback to Naughty Dog's original company name, JAM Software, founded by Jason Rubin, Andy Gavin, and Mike Goyet.
Download Free Uncharted PS5 Goodies With These PS Store CodesSony is offering free PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 digital gifts to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End. Players can claim a set of PSN avatars using specific store codes for different regions, featuring iconic symbols from Uncharted 4 and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy. A PS5-exclusive Uncharted theme for the Welcome Hub will also be released later this month.
10 Years Later, Uncharted 4 Still Feels Ahead Of Its TimeTen years after its release, Uncharted 4: A Thief's End remains a benchmark in the action-adventure genre due to its polished controls, animations, and detailed visuals. Naughty Dog's first PlayStation 4 title masterfully balances spectacle with authentic gameplay, offering a refined experience that respects players' time and continues to impress alongside modern releases.
Uncharted 4 dataminer uncovers lost version from Amy Hennig with new cutscenes, more Elena, and fewer gunsDataminer Michael Kemp has uncovered a lost version of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End based on the original vision of Amy Hennig. This version features more cutscenes with Elena Fisher, a greater emphasis on stealth, and de-emphasized gunplay compared to the final release directed by Neil Druckmann and Bruce Straley.
Free Uncharted 4 Theme and Avatars Adventure to PS5, But You'll Need These CodesIn celebration of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End's 10th anniversary, Naughty Dog is offering free digital content for PlayStation 5 users. This includes a set of four PSN avatars based on in-game treasures, with region-specific codes available, and an animated PS5 background featuring the Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection art, which will be released later this month. The article also includes a message from Nolan North, the voice actor for Nathan Drake.
First The Last of Us Season 3 Set Photos Surface, But Does Anyone Still Care?First set photos have emerged for the third season of HBO's The Last of Us television series, sparking discussion about the show's declining viewer interest and a casting controversy regarding the character of Lev. Despite critical acclaim for Season 2, viewer ratings have significantly dropped, leading to speculation about the series' future, with Season 3 potentially being the last installment.- Red Barrels co-founder talks the future of horror, 15 years of Outlast, and what’s next for the franchiseRed Barrels co-founder Philippe Morin discusses the studio's 15-year journey, the evolution of the Outlast franchise from single-player horror to the co-op experience of The Outlast Trials, and the future of horror games. Morin touches on the challenges of game design, the impact of streamers, and the studio's plans for new projects alongside ongoing support for The Outlast Trials.
Fortnite Dev Understands The Fear That "AI Is Going To Take All Our Jobs"Epic Games is exploring AI tools to improve game development efficiency, not to replace human jobs, according to senior external development manager Stephanie Arnett. While some in the Fortnite community are concerned about generative AI in art, Epic's focus is on speeding up tasks. Other companies like Activision, Take-Two Interactive, and Sony's Naughty Dog are also investigating AI for game development.
Poll: Uncharted 4 Turns 10 Years Old, But Is It the Series' Peak?Uncharted 4: A Thief's End celebrates its 10th anniversary, prompting a discussion on whether it represents the peak of the Uncharted series. Originally released in 2016 for the PlayStation 4, the game faced a troubled development before Neil Druckmann and Bruce Straley steered it to critical acclaim, though its more mature tone and length have divided fans compared to earlier entries like Uncharted 2: Among Thieves.