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Former PlayStation boss says it's "really funny" turn-based JRPGs are so in-demand after he advised Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 devs not to use the term
Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida finds it amusing that he once advised Sandfall Interactive to avoid marketing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as a turn-based JRPG, a genre now experiencing a resurgence. He notes the irony given the game's critical success and the current demand for similar titles, contrasting it with his past advice to steer consumers away from the term.
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet "might need to be edited" to avoid "another Last of Us 2 situation," former Naughty Dog dev warns
Former Naughty Dog designer Benson Russell warns that the studio's upcoming game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, might need editing to avoid the prolonged development issues seen with The Last of Us Part II. Russell suggests Naughty Dog's current six-year development cycle for the new IP is unsustainable and could lead to a similar outcome if not managed effectively.
'It's Incredibly Well-Made, But…' — Former PlayStation Boss Warned Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Devs It Would Be 'Overlooked' if They Called It a Turn-Based RPG
Former PlayStation lead Shuhei Yoshida advised the developers of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 against marketing it as a "turn-based RPG." He warned that this classification might cause the game to be overlooked by players.
Marvel’s Wolverine Is Another Victim Of The Internet’s Endless Gaming Negativity
The upcoming game Marvel's Wolverine is facing online criticism, with some labeling it 'dead on arrival' due to its linear single-player design. Insomniac Games' community director James Stevenson has spoken out against the toxic algorithms on platforms like X that amplify negativity, impacting developer mental health and creating a distorted perception of player sentiment. Despite the online discourse, early previews suggest Wolverine will be a strong addition to Insomniac's library, with a limited-edition PlayStation 5 bundle also announced.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Review – Here Comes A New Challenger
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls offers a stylish and deep fighting game experience from Arc System Works, combining Marvel's characters with fast-paced combat. While the game features engaging mechanics and a compelling story mode, the PC version suffers from significant optimization issues and rollback netcode problems, impacting the overall experience. Despite these technical flaws, the game is recommended for its fun gameplay and presentation, especially the superior PlayStation 5 version.
God of War TV series sees further recasts as Amazon seeks older actors for Atreus and Thrud
Amazon's God of War television series is undergoing recasts for the roles of Atreus and Thrud, with plans to cast older actors for Season 2. This creative decision follows an injury that led to Kratos actor Ryan Hurst departing the role, with Dave Bautista reportedly in talks to replace him. The recasting suggests Season 2 will adapt events from God of War: Ragnarök.
PlayStation is getting "most" of Sony's estimated $508 million tariff refund, but despite lawsuits there are no apparent plans to give refunds for price-hiked PS5s
Sony has received an estimated $508 million refund from the US government due to illegal tariffs, with "most" of this amount going to PlayStation. Despite this, the company has no plans to refund consumers who purchased PlayStation 5 consoles at higher prices implemented due to those tariffs. Sony is expected to respond to a class-action lawsuit regarding this issue next month.
Blacks Ops 1 & 2 Sold 11.2 Million Copies On PlayStation Alone
Ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II released on PlayStation 5 by Xbox have sold over 11.2 million copies, generating $435 million in revenue. This represents a successful collaboration between Xbox and PlayStation.
The Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Marvel's Spider-Man resurgence proves that games don't always need new…
Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Marvel's Spider-Man games are experiencing significant player count surges, driven by the success of recent blockbuster films. Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" has boosted interest in Assassin's Creed Odyssey, while "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" has propelled Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered back into Steam's top sellers. This trend highlights the growing synergy between film and gaming, where movies can effectively revitalize older titles and extend player experiences.
Evening Reading - July 31, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several industry updates, including PlayStation's cautious approach to ending physical disc support, Razer's acquisition of StreamElements, and Unity supplying Netflix Games with a dedicated engine. Nexus Mods updated its guidelines for generative AI tagging, Dragon's Dogma 2 will feature a Hard Mode, and various download deals are available for PlayStation and PC.
Quiz – Delad spelglädje
This article presents a quiz focused on cooperative gaming experiences, encouraging readers to test their knowledge of games that emphasize teamwork. It also includes a poll asking readers whether they prefer local couch co-op or online multiplayer, with results showing a slight preference for local play. Several other gaming news snippets and forum discussions are also mentioned.
Xbox CTO apologizes for outages and explains what happened
Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet apologized for recent widespread service outages, calling the situation "unacceptable." He explained that a critical external licensing service failure caused sign-in and game entitlement issues for Xbox Live. The company will conduct a review of the incident.
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Former PlayStation executive Shawn Layden expressed a desire to revitalize the "double-A" game development space. He believes this tier of games is crucial for the industry's health and has a plan to bring it back.
Something for the Weekend – 25/07/26
This week's gaming news includes the release date announcement for God of War Laufey, a delay for Tomb Raider Catalyst, and Xbox testing advert-supported game streaming. New titles like Wreckreation 2 and Modern Warfare 4 were also revealed, alongside reviews for Splatoon Raiders, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, and Halo: Campaign Evolved.
PlayStation announces God of War Laufey release date set for February, joining another packed month for video games
PlayStation has announced that God of War Laufey will be released on February 16, 2026, exclusively for the PlayStation 5. Creative head Cory Barlog revealed the date at a San Diego Comic-Con panel. The game follows Faye, Kratos's late wife, on a journey through the afterlife and will launch in a busy February alongside other major titles.
Kratos' next chapter is coming after (and will tie into) God of War Laufey
PlayStation has revealed that the next God of War game will star Kratos and will directly tie into the events of the upcoming God of War Laufey. Series director Cory Barlog confirmed that Kratos' next chapter will follow Laufey's story, which focuses on Kratos' late wife battling fallen deities in the afterlife. God of War Laufey is speculated to be a major PlayStation 5 title before Sony's next console generation.
"We still value the culture of physical media" As PlayStation prepares for an all-digital future, Sega president comes out in support of discs
Sega president Shuji Utsumi expressed support for physical media, contrasting with Sony's planned discontinuation of disc manufacturing by 2028. While acknowledging the importance of digital distribution, especially for PC gaming, Utsumi stated that Sega values the culture of physical media and aims to balance both digital and physical aspects in its strategy.
Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden wants to save games by bringing back double-A - and he has a plan
Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden believes the current blockbuster game development model is unsustainable due to exponentially rising costs. He is developing a plan to revitalize the underserved double-A market, arguing that this tier of games is more economically feasible and can attract new players to the industry.
Original Xbox games on PC means one less reason to buy the next console
Xbox is making original Xbox console games playable on PC, starting with Blinx: The Time Sweeper, Conker: Live And Reloaded, Crimson Skies: High Road To Revenge, and Fuzion Frenzy. This initiative, which includes achievements and customizable graphics, aims to enhance backwards compatibility and game preservation. The move raises questions about the necessity of purchasing future Xbox consoles if games are readily accessible on PC.
Marathon Still Has a Lot to Prove, Even With Its New PvE Mode
Despite the introduction of a new PvE mode called Vault Breaker, Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon continues to struggle with low player numbers, falling below 7,000 concurrent players on Steam. The new mode offers a roguelike progression system for solo players and teams, but the game's overall player base remains critically low, raising concerns about its future and the studio's investment, especially following the departure of game director Joe Ziegler.
