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PlayStation Plus Extra, Premium August Games Include Fan-Favorites
Sony has announced the games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers in August 2026. The lineup includes Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Vampire Survivors, and several other titles, with classics like Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams and Disney’s Atlantis: The Lost Empire available for Premium subscribers.
Sony has 'zero understanding for what their customers want' says gaming preservation group
Gaming preservation advocate Clemens Istel criticizes Sony and other companies for disregarding customer rights and pushing towards digital-only distribution, potentially leading to games becoming inaccessible. He highlights issues with physical game compatibility and the loss of true ownership, contrasting console practices with the more DRM-free options available on PC.
Marvel's Wolverine PS5 Bundle Price Revealed for Southeast Asia — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Sony has revealed the pricing for the limited edition Marvel's Wolverine PlayStation 5 Digital Edition bundle and related accessories in Southeast Asia, with pre-orders starting August 19. While pricing for Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand has been confirmed, the bundle will not officially launch in the Philippines. This marks the first limited edition PS5 bundle for a PlayStation exclusive in a while to omit a disc-based console option.
Ghost of Yōtei: Complete Edition is coming to PS5 later this year, with new story additions, a new roguelike survival mode, and more
Sony and PlayStation have announced Ghost of Yōtei: Complete Edition for PlayStation 5, launching October 1, 2026. This definitive version includes all original content, new story additions titled Echoes of Sekigahara, a new roguelike survival mode called Most Wanted, and other enhancements. An upgrade option will be available for existing owners.
Stop Killing Games joins Dutch consumer rights lawsuit as its founder talks about its mission in an interview
The Stop Killing Games movement has joined a Dutch consumer rights lawsuit against Sony, arguing that the company's discontinuation of physical game releases is anti-consumer. The lawsuit, filed by Stichting Massaschade & Consument, seeks alternatives to the PlayStation Store, fair pricing, and refunds for alleged overcharges. In an interview, Stop Killing Games founder Ross Scott emphasized the importance of game preservation and publishers' responsibility for end-of-life plans.
PS5 Exclusive Ghost of Yōtei Is Getting a New Narrative Expansion, New Combat Survival Mode, and More as Part of a Complete Edition
Sony has announced the Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition for PlayStation 5, which includes a new narrative expansion and a combat survival mode. Further details on the content are expected soon.
Sony Predicts Influx of New Players as Helldivers 2 Drops on the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog Alongside New Update and Warhammer 40,000 Warbond
Helldivers 2 has been added to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, coinciding with a major update and the release of the Warhammer 40,000 crossover Warbond. Sony anticipates this will attract a new wave of players to the game.
PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium Games For August 2026 Includes Helldivers 2
Helldivers 2 will be available on PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium starting August 12, 2026. Developer Arrowhead announced the inclusion of the popular co-op shooter, which also received a new DLC expansion titled Devoid of Liberty. The article also reminds readers that nine games will be leaving the service on August 18.
PlayStation 5 Users Can Play Major Upcoming RPG for Free Soon, Per Leak
A leak from the PlayStation Store suggests that a demo for the upcoming 2026 PlayStation 5 exclusive RPG, Phantom Blade Zero, will be available for free soon. The listing was quickly removed, but indicated an announcement is imminent, possibly around the upcoming State of Play event focused on the game.
Upcoming 2026 PS5 Exclusive RPG Gets Its Own PlayStation Show
Sony announced that Phantom Blade Zero, an upcoming PlayStation 5 and PC exclusive action RPG, will be featured in a dedicated PlayStation State of Play event on August 17th. The showcase will feature nearly 20 minutes of gameplay and will not include other announcements. Preorders for the game, which releases on October 29, 2026, are now live with standard and deluxe editions available.
"I'm not interested in bypassing DRM" - Preservationist brings back physical PC games using discs and…
Preservationist Ryan Enstrom is creating physical PC game discs and cartridges using existing storage media like SD cards, USB sticks, and even old HDDs. These physical copies can be used with storefronts like GOG, Steam, and the Xbox app without bypassing DRM. The project aims to keep physical media alive and demonstrates that digital collections can be made tangible.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day forgets some of The Punisher's Netflix history, and fans aren't happy
Fans are unhappy with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, pointing out that the film appears to forget key aspects of The Punisher's Netflix history, specifically Frank Castle's relationships with Matt Murdock and Curtis. While some argue the comment was a throwaway line, others emphasize that the Netflix shows are now MCU canon.
Phantom Blade Zero State Of Play Set For Next Week, And Yes, That’s Donnie Yen In The New Trailer
Sony announced a State of Play broadcast for August 17th focusing on Phantom Blade Zero, featuring a new trailer with action star Donnie Yen, who served as a creative consultant and provided motion capture. The developer S-Game will showcase new characters and combat customization. The game, inspired by Chinese Wuxia films, has been delayed to October 29th.
Sony Announces Phantom Blade Zero State of Play and Everyone Knows How the Chat Is Going to Go
Sony has announced that the action game Phantom Blade Zero will be featured in an upcoming State of Play presentation. The announcement has already generated discussion online, with many users expressing frustration regarding Sony's perceived discontinuation of physical media support for its consoles.
Marvel Tōkon Fighting Souls Is a Hit on PS5, but PC Players Are Getting a Rough Deal
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls offers a visually impressive fighting experience on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro, boasting a strong art style and stable 60 FPS performance. While the console versions are technically polished, the PC version faces significant issues with stuttering and inconsistent frame rates, despite having superior image quality when running optimally. Arc Systems Works is urged to address these PC performance problems to ensure a comparable experience across all platforms.
Three PS1 Games That Sat On Every ’90s Kid’s Shelf
This article discusses three iconic games that were staples on nearly every PlayStation 1 owner's shelf during the 1990s. Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back, Final Fantasy 7, and Gran Turismo are highlighted for their immense popularity and impact on the console's success. The piece also briefly mentions other notable titles like Tomb Raider and Metal Gear Solid.
Capturing the 'primal energy of Wolverine' in a new look, Sony is going all-in on Marvel’s Wolverine with a new PS5 collection that includes covers, a DualSense, and a limited-edition console
Sony is releasing a collection of limited-edition hardware for Marvel's Wolverine, including a PS5 Digital Edition bundle, DualSense controllers, and console covers for PS5 and PS5 Pro. The designs are inspired by Wolverine's iconic yellow suit and Adamantium. Preorders begin August 19, 2026, with the full release on September 15, 2026, coinciding with the game's launch.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide August 11, 2026
Sony's PlayStation Store has received its weekly update, adding new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. This week's update includes the PlayStation Plus Essential lineup featuring Big Walk, Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition, and Signalis, alongside a variety of other new game releases.
Sony’s All-Digital PlayStation Future Needs A Little More Steam
Sony is moving towards an all-digital future for PlayStation, with physical game discs set to be phased out by 2028. While digital sales are increasing, the article argues that Sony needs to improve its PlayStation Store by implementing a robust refund system similar to Steam's and enhancing game discoverability to better support smaller developers and provide a healthier marketplace for consumers.
Insomniac's take on Wolverine is ferocious, destructive and cinematic - but a little predictable
Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine aims for a ferocious, destructive, and cinematic experience, focusing on Wolverine's aggressive combat style and regenerative abilities. While the game promises fluid transitions between traversal and intense battles, and features a rage mechanic to express Logan's anger, some early combat encounters and narrative elements may feel predictable. The preview highlights the game's potential for a satisfying, albeit linear, action-adventure experience.
