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Killing Marathon would be self-sabotage for Sony
Despite financial losses and player count concerns, Sony should not abandon Bungie's Marathon, as it is a critically acclaimed title that contrasts with the failure of Concord. The game's positive reception and community engagement demonstrate its potential value as a flagship first-party title for PlayStation's ecosystem.
The hangover kicks in after a decade of games-as-a-service obsession | Opinion
Sony and Sega's recent financial results highlight the significant costs and underperformance associated with the games-as-a-service (GaaS) trend, including substantial impairments on acquisitions like Bungie and Rovio. In contrast, Capcom continues to achieve record profits by focusing on traditional premium game releases, suggesting a potential strategic shift back towards established business models within the industry.
PS5 Will Reveal the Most Played Games with Steam-Like Player Numbers
Sony is beta testing a new PlayStation 5 widget that will display weekly player numbers for the top ten games in a user's region, similar to Steam's concurrent player data. While not identical to concurrent player counts, this feature aims to provide more insight into the PS5 ecosystem. The widget also includes a toggle for tracking sudden surges in game activity.
Sony Surprise Drops New Feature via May 2026 Beta Update
Sony has introduced a new 'Community Activity' widget to the PlayStation 5 via a beta update, which displays the most popular games and modes in a user's region. While the feature is currently in beta and its usefulness is questioned compared to PlayStation 4's social offerings, it may see a full rollout in the coming months.
Marathon "overwhelming" for newcomers, director admits as plans for PvE and PvP-lite modes revealed
Marathon game director Joe Ziegler admitted the extraction shooter can be overwhelming for new players and revealed plans for PvE and PvP-lite modes to offer alternatives. Bungie will implement these changes starting in Season 3, with further updates planned for Seasons 4 and 5 to deepen the extraction loop and evolve the game's ecosystem. This comes amid concerns about the game's longevity and following Sony's announcement of a significant financial loss related to its ownership of Bungie.
Play These 8 PS Plus Games Before They Leave Next Week
Eight games will be removed from the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscription service on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Players have until then to access titles such as Control: Ultimate Edition, Sand Land, and Mortal Shell before they are no longer available as part of the subscription.
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone would never use AI, instead wants to rely on human creativity—'I feel like that should take priority over a soulless machine'
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone stated he would never use AI in his creative process, believing it undermines the authentic human element of game development. He emphasized that human expression should take priority over machine-generated content. Barone's stance is shared by other industry figures who have criticized AI for being soulless and generic.
Saros PS5 Making Of Video Reveals the Relatable Reason Behind Arjun's Rage
Sony and Housemarque have released the first episode of a behind-the-scenes documentary detailing the making of their PlayStation 5 exclusive game, Saros. The video focuses on lead actor Rahul Kohli and his process of bringing the character Arjun Devraj to life, revealing that a frustrating commute inspired the character's intense voice performance.
Switch 2 price increase isn't because of one reason, explains Nintendo
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa explained that the price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2 is due to various market conditions, including surges in memory and component prices, foreign exchange rates, and oil prices. Despite the price hike, Furukawa hopes the console's engaging experiences will justify the cost, and Nintendo plans to release more titles to expand its installed base. The Switch 2 has been Nintendo's fastest-selling hardware to date, though production has reportedly been cut back.
Nintendo eShop Continues Its War Against Quality With This Dead Space And Gears Of War Knockoff
The Nintendo eShop is criticized for being oversaturated with low-quality games and clones, exemplified by the upcoming 'Dead Gears: Space of War.' Despite Nintendo's efforts to curb shovelware, the marketplace remains flooded with asset flips and misleading promotions, a problem also present on other platforms like PlayStation and Steam, though Sony has recently taken steps to address it.
Nintendo eShop Continues Its War Against Quality With This Dead Space And Gears Of War Knockoff
The Nintendo eShop is criticized for being oversaturated with low-quality games and clones, exemplified by the upcoming release 'Dead Gears: Space of War.' Despite Nintendo's efforts to curb shovelware, the marketplace remains infested with asset flips and misleading promotions, impacting the visibility of legitimate titles. This issue is not unique to the Switch, though other platforms like PlayStation and Steam have shown more initiative in policing their digital storefronts.
Sony touts AI Camera Assistant for Xperia, gets dragged in social media replies
Sony's new AI Camera Assistant feature for its Xperia phones has been met with significant backlash on social media. Users expressed strong negative reactions to the announcement of the AI-powered camera functionality.
Marathon Season 2 Adds Two Experimental PvE Modes, a New Matchmaking System, and More Vault Space
Bungie is introducing two new experimental PvE modes to Marathon in Season 2: NIGHTFALL, launching June 2nd. The update also includes a new matchmaking system, increased vault space, and a Duos option. Bungie plans to further refine these modes and potentially integrate them into the core game loop.
Marathon is getting a "PVE-only mode" as Bungie responds to the state of the game
Bungie is introducing a PvE-only mode to Marathon in Season 2, alongside another mode with a focus on PvE and a touch of PvP, in response to player feedback about the game's difficulty and PvP focus. Game director Joe Ziegler acknowledged that Marathon can be overwhelming for new players and that matches can feel like a 'death spiral.' Future seasons will also bring new content, improved matchmaking, and UX enhancements.
"FromSoftware is making steady progress" amid push "to develop IP in games" and film, says owner Kadokawa as Elden Ring movie looms
FromSoftware's parent company, Kadokawa, is focusing on developing its intellectual property for both games and film adaptations, including an Elden Ring movie in production with A24. Despite anticipating a profit drop in 2026 due to Elden Ring DLC, Kadokawa aims to expand FromSoftware's global fanbase and revamp its business model through media mix development, with projects like a Sekiro anime and a Bloodborne animated movie also in the works.
New Spider-Man: Brand New Day featurette gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the Marvel movie's explosive opening…
A new behind-the-scenes featurette for Spider-Man: Brand New Day highlights the film's explosive opening action sequences, including car explosions and stunts involving Spidey and an army tank. Director Destin Daniel Cretton expressed gratitude for the fan support on set. The film, starring Tom Holland, is set to release on July 31.
SURI: The Seventh Note Demo Announced for Steam and Playstation 5
Tathvamasi Studios announced that their rhythm-based platformer, SURI: The Seventh Note, will release a demo on May 21st, 2026, for Steam and PlayStation 5. The game features rhythm-driven gameplay where actions sync with the beat, set on a musical island where the player character Ajira must fight corruption.
Diskutera – Spelet med det bästa slutet är...
This article invites readers to discuss which video game endings have left the most lasting impression. It prompts users to share their favorite and most memorable conclusions to games, acknowledging the potential for spoilers.
What Do You Want from a May 2026 State of Play Showcase?
This article discusses player expectations for an upcoming May 2026 PlayStation State of Play showcase, considering potential first-party titles like Marvel's Wolverine and rumored God of War entries, alongside third-party releases aiming to avoid Grand Theft Auto 6's November launch. It also touches on the possibility of early PlayStation 6 mentions, though deems it unlikely for this particular event.
Summer Game Fest 2026 schedule and all the other summer showcases full of gaming announcements you won't want to…
This article provides a schedule for Summer Game Fest 2026 and other related summer showcases, detailing dates, times, and where to watch various gaming announcement events. It also speculates on potential appearances from titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 and mentions upcoming showcases from Sony and Nintendo.
