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Ghost of Yōtei Was Planned for PC But Not Anymore, Saros to Also Remain PS5-Exclusive – Rumor
Rumors suggest that Sony's single-player titles, including Ghost of Yōtei and Saros, will no longer be released on PC, despite Ghost of Yōtei initially being planned for the platform. This alleged shift in strategy is reportedly due to concerns within PlayStation about impacting sales for current and future consoles and the overall brand.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide March 3, 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 PlayStation Plus Essential lineup includes Monster Hunter Rise, PGA Tour 2K25, and Slime Rancher 2. The update also features a variety of new game releases and add-ons across different regions.
Xbox nyckel till framtiden – gör bättre spel
The article analyzes Microsoft's challenges in making the Xbox console relevant again, contrasting its struggles with Sony's success in game sales and exclusive titles. It highlights Xbox's past strengths with games like Halo and Gears of War, and its current need to focus on developing compelling first-party titles rather than relying solely on services like Game Pass.
Physical Game Sales Hit All-Time Low in the US
Physical game sales in the US have hit an all-time low of $1.5 billion in 2025, according to Circana analyst Mat Piscatella. While the market is in decline, the year-on-year drop of 11% is the smallest since 2021. Digital sales continue to grow, with platform holders like Sony and Microsoft favoring digital storefronts and consoles without disc drives.
Just like PlayStation, Microsoft has filed a patent for an AI helper that'll play games for you
Microsoft has filed a patent for an AI helper that can temporarily take over an Xbox gaming session to assist players who are stuck. This follows a similar patent filing from Sony for an AI PlayStation game assistant. The patent details cloud-based help sessions where control can be transferred to either a human or a machine learning model, with options for rating helpers.
Highguard Joins The List Of Live-Service Games Axed Within Weeks Of Launch
Several live-service games, including Highguard, Concord, and RumbleVerse, have been shut down shortly after launch due to issues with player retention and funding. This article examines various titles that failed to sustain their player base or business models, leading to premature closures or development halts.
Bloodborne remake and much more rejected by FromSoftware according to indie dev
Despite owning the intellectual property, Sony has reportedly been unable to secure a Bloodborne remake or PC port because FromSoftware, specifically director Hidetaka Miyazaki, has not approved such projects. Indie developer Brandon Sheffield also claimed multiple studios have pitched Bloodborne-related games, but FromSoftware's decision is final. Bluepoint Games, which developed the Shadow of the Colossus remake, also had its pitches for a Bloodborne remake and a Ghost of Tsushima spin-off rejected.
A Year-By-Year Breakdown Of Phil Spencer's Mixed Legacy As Xbox Boss
This analysis breaks down Phil Spencer's tenure as Xbox boss from 2014 to 2026, highlighting both successes like backward compatibility and the launch of Xbox Game Pass, and failures such as studio closures, game cancellations, and price hikes. The article details major events year-by-year, concluding with Spencer's retirement and the challenges facing Xbox under new leadership.
The next God of War game stars a new protagonist rather than Kratos, insider claims, and will be revealed this year
Insider NateTheHate2 claims the next God of War game will feature Faye as the protagonist, with a gameplay focus on action rather than the Norse saga's style. The game is reportedly set for a reveal this year and a release in the first half of 2027. This rumor suggests a new direction within the God of War universe, potentially alongside Kratos' ongoing story.
Ubisoft’s XDefiant Will Shut Down in June 2025
Ubisoft has announced that their free-to-play first-person shooter XDefiant will be shut down on June 3, 2025. The game, which launched in May 2024, struggled to compete with established titles like Call of Duty and will not receive further content updates beyond the upcoming Season 3. Players who made in-game purchases will receive refunds.
Rog Xbox Ally X dyrare i flera länder
The ASUS ROG Ally X handheld gaming PC has seen price increases in Japan and Australia, with the X model becoming more expensive while the base model remains unchanged. These price hikes are speculated to be due to rising costs of storage and memory components, potentially impacting other devices like the Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X.
Sony stänger ner remake-mästarna Bluepoint
Sony has closed down Bluepoint Games, the studio known for acclaimed remakes of Shadow of the Colossus and Demon's Souls, five years after acquiring it. Approximately 70 employees will lose their jobs. The closure comes after Sony also canceled a live service game being developed by Bluepoint.
"Ny spelserie" i God of War-unversumet på gång, enligt f.d. anställd
Santa Monica Studio is reportedly working on a new game series within the God of War universe, aiming to expand the franchise. This information comes from a former employee's LinkedIn post. Additionally, voice actor Christopher Judge hinted at a summer reveal for his next project, and reports suggest Sony considered a 'mini-MCU' approach for God of War.
PS4 VR (PS4 Pro)
This review discusses the second version of the PlayStation VR headset for PlayStation 4, noting its HDR pass-through support and comfortable design. While dedicated VR games like Astrobot Rescue Mission offer an engaging experience, Tetris Effect's VR implementation is less impactful, and video content on YouTube VR is disappointing. The headset can also function as a personal display for PC gaming, though PC VR tracking requires third-party drivers.
Where Is The PS5 Pro - The Game Fanatics
Speculation continues regarding a potential PlayStation 5 Pro console, with no official announcements made halfway through the year. The article discusses whether a mid-generation refresh is still likely, considering the popularity of PC and handheld gaming devices like the Steam Deck, and the potential release of Grand Theft Auto 6.
'A new franchise in the God of War universe' leaked in time-honoured fashion: Someone getting too excited…
A new franchise within the God of War universe has been hinted at through a now-deleted LinkedIn profile of a purported senior writer at Sony. While details are scarce, rumors suggest a combat-focused game potentially centered on the character Faye. This follows recent news of a God of War remake and other franchise expansions.
Tekken and Pac-Man owners Bandai Namco announce major restructure with investment from Sony
Bandai Namco Holdings is undergoing a significant company-wide restructuring effective April 1st, impacting its film, toy, arcade, and video game divisions. This comes as Sony invests approximately $464.5 million for a 2.5% stake and Nintendo acquires Bandai Namco Studios Singapore. The company has also seen layoffs and game cancellations in the past year.
Starfield PS5 Release Date Seemingly Leaked for April
A leak from a reliable source suggests that Bethesda's open-world RPG Starfield will be released on PlayStation 5 in April, with preorders potentially opening around March 17th or 18th. While the upcoming update is not expected to drastically change the game, a physical release and a Premium Edition including the Shattered Space expansion are rumored for the PlayStation 5 version.
UK games collector raided by police after purchasing £10,000 worth of hardware, including old dev kits, disposed…
A London-based collector, Darius Khan, was raided by UK police after purchasing approximately £10,000 worth of discarded Sega hardware, including development kits. The police alleged the dev kits were stolen, though Khan has not been charged. The incident highlights the challenges in video game preservation and corporate intellectual property protection.
Marathon vs ARC Raiders – is this town big enough for both shooters?
This article compares Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter Marathon with the recently released ARC Raiders, highlighting their fundamental differences despite both being in the same genre. While ARC Raiders is noted as the more mature and currently better-received game with a focus on PvE and deeper progression, Marathon emphasizes faster-paced PvPvE combat and a hero-shooter-like buildcrafting system.
