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New Details Emerge About Bungie’s Decision To End Destiny 2, Including Plans To Relaunch As Destiny Infinity
Bungie has ended support for Destiny 2, with no plans for a Destiny 3 due to high development costs and the underperformance of recent expansions. The company is now shifting its focus to Marathon for future success, despite concerns about its appeal to console players. Discussions about renaming Destiny 2 to 'Destiny Infinity' were also reportedly considered but ultimately abandoned.
Sony's PS5 earbuds take centre stage in the Days of Play sale, but the SteelSeries Game Buds are the real star
Sony's Days of Play sale features discounts on accessories like the Pulse Explore Wireless buds, but the SteelSeries Arctis Game Buds are recommended as a superior alternative. The SteelSeries buds offer longer battery life, comfort, and active noise cancellation, making them a strong choice for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam Deck users.
"Right now, we support crossplay between Switch 2 and the rest of the platforms": Modern Warfare 4 ends the…
Modern Warfare 4 is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, with Infinity Ward developing the title alongside Digital Legends. The game will feature crossplay support between the Switch 2 and other platforms like PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. This marks the return of Call of Duty to Nintendo hardware after a decade, facilitated by a 10-year agreement ensuring content parity following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
LG reportedly denies plans to sell TV business to Hisense, but there's probably still a display war coming that…
LG Electronics has denied reports that it is considering selling its TV business to Hisense. The article discusses the broader implications for the display market, noting the increasing market share of Chinese manufacturers like TCL and Hisense, and the ongoing competition in OLED technology between LG, Samsung, and emerging players like TCL's CSOT.
Bitsummit 2026 showed Japanese indies pursuing a new multimedia model, backed by major entertainment firms | Opinion
Major Japanese entertainment companies like TOEI, Shueisha, and Aniplex are increasingly investing in independent games to cultivate new intellectual property for multimedia expansion. Events like Bitsummit showcase this shift, where indie developers are supported by established firms seeking global IP potential beyond traditional media. This strategy aims to leverage Japan's cultural soft power and create revenue streams across games, anime, merchandise, and more.
BLUE PROTOCOL: STAR RESONANCE SEASON 3 LAUNCHES WITH FAIRY TAIL COLLABORATION
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance has launched its third season, featuring a limited-time collaboration with the anime series Fairy Tail. The update also introduces a new Twin Striker class, new maps and dungeons, and a Musician System for social gameplay. The Fairy Tail collaboration runs from May 28 to June 30.
With Destiny 2 dead, Bungie is trying to save Marathon's dwindling player count with a free-to-play trial
Bungie is offering a free Open Play Week for its first-person shooter Marathon from June 2 to June 9, coinciding with the launch of Season 2. This initiative aims to boost the game's declining player count following the end of development for Destiny 2. All progress made during the trial will carry over to the full paid version available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
PS Store Codes for Free PS5, PS4 Days of Play 2026 Downloads
Sony has released free digital avatars for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 players as part of the Days of Play 2026 event. These avatars, inspired by indie titles like Baby Steps, Cairn, and Lumines Arise, are available via specific PlayStation Store codes for different regions. The Days of Play sale and other promotions are ongoing until June 10.
Destiny 2 devs "confident the servers won't crash" for its final update, though the players planning a huge rally to say goodbye to the MMO might have other plans
Bungie is confident that Destiny 2's servers will remain stable for the game's final update on June 9, despite a history of crashes with previous content releases. Players are planning a large in-game rally to commemorate the end of active development after nine years, with some jokingly challenging the developers' confidence in server stability. The studio has confirmed that active development is ceasing, with the game moving to a static event rotation.
Steam Deck gets an insane price hike that makes Sony’s PS5 raise look generous
Valve's Steam Deck is experiencing a significant price increase of around 40% globally, attributed to rising memory and storage costs and global logistical challenges. This price hike is criticized as excessive given Valve's reported profits, especially when compared to the more apologetic price adjustments from companies like Nintendo and Sony.
Valve raises Steam Deck OLED prices by over $200
Valve has increased the prices of its Steam Deck OLED models by over $200 in the United States and other key markets due to rising memory and storage costs. The 512GB model now retails for $789 and the 1TB model for $949. The company cited global logistical challenges and industry-wide component cost increases as reasons for the price adjustments.
Days of Play Sale 2026 Features Discounts on Hardware and Games in the Philippines - GameHaunt
Sony's annual Days of Play sale is live from May 27 to June 10, 2026, offering discounts on PlayStation hardware and games in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The PlayStation VR2 headset sees a significant price drop, and select first-party titles are available at historic lows. Notably, there are no discounts on PlayStation 5 consoles this year, a departure from previous sales.
Valve announces significant Steam Deck price rise of almost £200 in the UK, over 40% around the world
Valve has announced significant price increases for its Steam Deck OLED models globally, citing rising memory and storage costs due to component shortages and logistical challenges. For example, the 512GB model in the UK has risen from £479 to £649. This follows similar price hikes for the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2, with companies pointing to economic pressures and component costs.
Can you identify these 15 console games that found their way to PC after years of waiting?
This article presents a quiz challenging readers to identify 15 console games that were later released on PC. It notes the increasing trend of timely PC ports for console titles, though exceptions like Grand Theft Auto 6 are mentioned. The quiz includes remasters and HD collections but excludes full remakes.
Sudden Steam Deck Price Increase Pins More Questions on PS6
Valve has significantly increased the prices for its Steam Deck OLED models, with the 1TB version now costing $949. This price hike has sparked discussions about the potential viability and pricing of future consoles like the PlayStation 6, expected in 2027. The article attributes these increases to global economic issues affecting the entire consumer electronics sector, including spiraling memory prices and various geopolitical factors.
PS5’s Coolest DualSense Controllers Are Discounted For Days Of Play
Sony's Days of Play sale is offering discounts on various DualSense controllers for the PlayStation 5, including limited-edition models like those for Death Stranding 2 and Marathon. The controllers are also compatible with PC. Additionally, the DualSense Edge controller and PlayStation VR2 headset are available at reduced prices.
As its retirement looms, Destiny 2 is still the gold standard for joyous gunplay
Despite the impending end of its live service updates, Destiny 2 continues to offer exceptionally satisfying gunplay, a legacy honed by Bungie's work on Halo and Marathon. The game's shooting mechanics are praised for their tactile feel and expressive combat, even as the article laments the perceived inability of Bungie and Sony to find a way to continue the game's timeline.
Steam Deck OLED is back in stock, but it’s now much, much more expensive
The Steam Deck OLED is back in stock but has seen significant price increases of up to 40% in various regions due to rising component costs and global logistical challenges. Valve cited the AI boom's impact on component availability and higher market rates for new production contracts as reasons for the price hike.
PS3 emulation may not be viable until PS6 according to tech analysis, and Xbox Project Helix might even do it first
A technical analysis suggests that robust PlayStation 3 emulation may not be feasible on console hardware until the PlayStation 6 generation, primarily due to the complexity of the PS3's Cell processor. While some PS3 games run well on a jailbroken PlayStation 5 via Linux, others struggle significantly. Microsoft's Xbox platform, potentially through a PC-like 'Project Helix,' might offer a viable emulation solution sooner.
Sorry, Astro Bot's New PS5 Update Doesn't Have Anything to Do with State of Play
Astro Bot for PlayStation 5 has received a minor update to version 1.019.000, which is approximately 400 MB in size. While no official patch notes were released, the update appears to primarily add a promotion for PlayStation Tournaments as part of Sony's Days of Play event. This update is not related to any new downloadable content or the upcoming State of Play presentation.
