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Brace Yourselves, Another PS5 Price Hike Is Said To Be Coming
Reports from French retail owner Gyo and Spanish insider eXtas1s suggest Sony is planning a significant price increase for the PlayStation 5 Slim, PS5 Pro, and PS Portal. However, conflicting statements from Sony CFO Lin Tao in February about securing components through the 2026 holiday season cast doubt on the immediate likelihood of these price hikes.
'We're Only Talking About the PS5': Saros Director on Cancelled PC Port Reports
Saros director Gregory Louden stated that discussions are currently focused solely on the PlayStation 5 launch, amidst reports that Sony is scaling back its PC porting strategy. Bloomberg suggests that conversions for games like Saros and Ghost of Yotei have been cancelled, with the company aiming for greater exclusivity.
A Jak and Daxter Concept Pitch Was Shown to Sony, But It Never Happened | Console Creatures
Animator Travis Howe revealed a concept pitch for a Jak and Daxter remake, featuring a shot-for-shot modern animation of a scene from Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy. This fan pitch, created by a team at Sanzaru Games, was not commissioned by Sony and ultimately did not lead to a remake. Howe expressed pride in the animation and encouraged fans to voice their desire for a new Jak and Daxter game.
Marathon’s Sales Crash Landing: Bungie’s Sci-Fi Revival Hits Just 1.2M Copies
Bungie's revival of the Marathon franchise has underperformed, selling only 1.2 million copies, with nearly 70% of sales on Steam. This figure falls short of the expectations set by Sony and Bungie for the sci-fi shooter's return. The article analyzes the reasons behind the low sales, including franchise fatigue and the evolving gaming landscape, while pondering the future of the series.
Rumour: Dramatic PS5 Price Increases Incoming, Potential Announcement Tomorrow
Rumors suggest a significant price increase for the PlayStation 5 console and PlayStation Portal is imminent, with an official announcement potentially coming tomorrow. A French source claims the PS5 Slim could rise to €649.99 and the PS5 Pro to €899.99, with the PlayStation Portal increasing to €249.99. While unconfirmed, a Spanish source has reportedly corroborated these claims.
Rumour: Dramatic PS5 Price Increases Teased by French Source
A French source on X claims a significant price increase for the PlayStation 5 is imminent, with the PS5 Slim potentially rising to €649.99 and the PS5 Pro to €899.99. The same source reportedly leaked accurate Xbox price hikes last year, though this information is uncorroborated and Sony has not yet commented.
Saros director won't say whether it's coming to PC, following report Sony plan to stop porting over their big singleplayer guns
The director of the upcoming game Saros, Gregory Louden, declined to comment on potential PC portage, following reports that Sony plans to limit releases of its major single-player titles to PlayStation 5. While Saros is confirmed for PlayStation 5, its PC availability remains uncertain, unlike the previously PC-ported Returnal.
'They Cancelled The Last of Us Factions, So We're Building Our Version': Indie Dev Vows to Revive Iconic Multiplayer Mode
An indie developer is creating a new game called Terminal War, inspired by the cancelled The Last of Us Factions multiplayer mode. The self-funded, 4v4 third-person shooter aims to capture the tension and brutal executions of the original. Terminal War is planned for an Early Access release on PC, with no console platforms announced yet.
After that controversial first look, God of War TV show casts its Freya
Sonya Walger has been cast as Freya in the upcoming God of War television series for Prime Video. Walger is known for her roles in For All Mankind and Lost. This casting follows a controversial first look at the show.
PS Plus Games Leaving April 2026 Include Dave the Diver and EA Sports PGA Tour
Sony has announced that several games will be leaving the PlayStation Plus service on April 21, 2026. Titles confirmed to be departing include Dave the Diver, EA Sports PGA Tour, and Lost Records: Bloom and Rage.
The Boys: Trigger Warning VR Now Available on Meta Quest 3
ARVORE and Sony have released the narrative-driven stealth-action VR game The Boys: Trigger Warning for Meta Quest 3. Priced at $29.99, the game follows Lucas Costa's journey after an incident at Voughtland, leading him to join The Boys in a quest for revenge. The title features voice performances from Laz Alonso, Jensen Ackles, Colby Minifie, and P.J. Byrne.
In pursuit of the ideal roguelike, Saros runs are shorter than Returnal's as Housemarque wanted to "keep the feeling of danger" and "reduce the feeling of helplessness"
Housemarque's upcoming sci-fi roguelike shooter, Saros, will feature shorter runs than Returnal to maintain a sense of danger while reducing player helplessness. Lead game designer Abebe Tinari explains that mechanics like teleportation between areas aim to balance risk and reward, allowing players to practice specific biomes or bosses without committing to a full, lengthy run.
Jak and Daxter fans, look away – a remake concept made in the hope of PlayStation greenlighting the project resurfaces years later, and it looks absolutely perfect
A concept for a Jak and Daxter remake, featuring an animated cutscene recreation by animator Travis Howe, has resurfaced. This pitch was not commissioned by Sony but was a fan proposal to gain permission for a potential remaster. Sanzaru Games, known for other PlayStation mascot titles, was involved in the pitch.
Further Evidence of PSN's Rebrand Uncovered on the PS5 Console
Sony appears to be phasing out the PlayStation Network (PSN) brand, with references to 'PSN' being removed from the PlayStation 5 console settings and the official PlayStation website. This suggests a move towards a unified 'PlayStation account' rather than a distinct PSN identity.
Sony has shut down Dark Outlaw Games one year after its founding and while it was reportedly 'still in the early…
Sony has shut down Dark Outlaw Games, a studio founded just one year ago by Call of Duty Zombies veteran Jason Blundell. The closure comes amid broader cuts in mobile development and other areas, with around 50 people reportedly laid off. Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Hermen Hulst cited rising development costs as a factor in the studio's shuttering.
Bloodborne Turns 11: FromSoftware’s Gothic Masterpiece Still Dominates
FromSoftware's gothic action RPG Bloodborne, released eleven years ago on PlayStation 4, is celebrated for its tight combat, oppressive atmosphere, and challenging boss design. Despite the lack of a sequel or remaster, the game's influence is evident in modern titles, and fans continue to hope for its return.
Newly revealed Nordic Game speaker line-up to include Planet of Lana devs
A discussion is emerging regarding Nintendo's pricing strategy for the upcoming Yoshi title on Nintendo Switch, with digital versions priced $10 cheaper than physical copies. This move has sparked debate about digital versus physical game costs, with hopes that Sony and Microsoft will follow suit in offering lower prices for digital purchases.
Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time developer Sanzaru Games pitched a Jak & Daxter remaster years ago, and a short clip of the proposal has just been unearthed
Former Sanzaru Games animator Travis Howe has revealed a fan-made pitch for a Jak & Daxter remaster, complete with a short animated clip. The project, which was not commissioned by Sony, was created in 2019 by developers who previously worked on Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time. Howe is now seeking fan support to gauge interest in a potential official remaster.
Nintendo At The Crossroads - Is Cloud Gaming The Home Run?
Nintendo faces a critical juncture as its Switch 2 hardware sales slow due to a lack of new content, prompting an examination of cloud gaming as a potential solution. While past attempts with cloud gaming on the original Switch were unsuccessful, the article argues that embracing cloud services is essential for Nintendo to remain competitive and reach a wider audience in an evolving gaming landscape.
Cancelled PS5 project from Call of Duty vet and Dark Outlaw Games wasn't going to be a live-service release
Dark Outlaw Games, a studio founded by Call of Duty veteran Jason Blundell, has been shut down by Sony. Contrary to assumptions, the cancelled PlayStation 5 project was not a live-service game. Developers cited a tough business environment and shifting company focus for the cancellation.
