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PlayStation Plus Adds Massive 2025 PS5 Adventure RPG
Sony has added three new PlayStation 5 games to the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium catalogs for June 2026: Black Desert (2025), Blades of Fire, and Farming Simulator 25. The article also lists other games added to the service this month, including Final Fantasy 16 and Sonic X Shadow Generations.
No more selling PlayStation hardware at "significant" loss, says Sony, as everyone braces for a PS6 console that costs over $1,000
Sony executives, including Sony Interactive Entertainment president and CEO Hideaki Nishino, have indicated that the company will no longer absorb significant losses from PlayStation hardware manufacturing. This suggests future consoles, like the anticipated PlayStation 6, may have higher price points to cover increased component costs. Despite recent sales declines, Sony believes price increases have not deterred customer demand.
Supergirl's official box office opening has been confirmed, and it's lower than Joker 2
The DCU film Supergirl has officially opened to $37.1 million in the US, performing worse than initially reported and underperforming compared to Joker: Folie à Deux and Morbius. Despite the disappointing box office results, DC Studios co-head Peter Safran expressed confidence in the studio's long-term strategy. The film, which cost approximately $170 million to produce, faces an uphill battle to recoup its costs due to mixed reviews and a lackluster storyline.
Company that made a Steam Machine wrap based on Valve intellectual property without asking forced to take it down
Dbrand has been forced to cancel its 'Companion Cube' wrap for the Steam Machine after failing to obtain a license from Valve. The company admitted to building the product without permission and will issue full refunds to pre-order customers. This incident follows a similar controversy in 2021 where Dbrand was compelled to remove custom PlayStation 5 faceplates due to intellectual property concerns with Sony.
Hearing about the future of PlayStation from its top dogs made me so depressed I had to go lie down
Sony Interactive Entertainment executives discussed PlayStation's future focus on monetizing its existing user base through recurring revenue like PS Plus, rather than solely on increasing Monthly Active Users. They also highlighted Artificial Intelligence as a key foundational technology for improving development efficiency and player experience in the long term, while aiming to deliver unique value for next-generation platforms beyond PC alternatives.
Evening Consolidation
A leaker claims the manufacturing cost for the PlayStation 6 is $960 per unit, while Sony has hinted at a potential PS6 portable. The company acknowledges the challenge of rising production costs.
Games Inbox: Will the PS6 really cost £1,000?
Readers discuss concerns about the potential high price of the PlayStation 6, with some predicting it could exceed £1,000. The discussion touches on the rising costs of game development, the shift towards digital-only releases, and whether next-generation consoles offer enough compelling new features to justify such an expense.
Three Biggest RAM Makers Sued for Price-Fixing DRAM, Causing Supply Shortage
SK Hynix, Samsung, and Micron are facing a class-action lawsuit alleging price-fixing and supply manipulation of DRAM components. The lawsuit claims the companies artificially limited DDR3 and DDR4 RAM supply to drive up prices, while prioritizing more profitable High Bandwidth Memory for AI data centers. This alleged behavior has impacted the prices of consumer electronics, including gaming consoles like the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Companion Cube case for Steam Machine is canceled by Valve after Dbrand bafflingly forgot to get permission to make the…
Dbrand has canceled its Companion Cube case for the Steam Machine after Valve, the owner of the intellectual property, requested its removal. Dbrand admitted to not seeking permission before production, leading to the product's withdrawal and refunds for customers. This incident follows a previous cease-and-desist from Sony regarding Dbrand's 'Darkplates' for the PlayStation 5.
PlayStation once again pulls purchased StudioCanal content from user libraries because of "licensing arrangements"
PlayStation is removing previously purchased StudioCanal movies from user libraries starting September 1, 2026, due to evolving content licensing arrangements. This follows similar removals of StudioCanal content in 2022 and Discovery TV shows in 2023. Sony has not announced any compensation or refunds for affected users, who are being directed to a list of affected titles on PlayStation's website.
Brace yourselves, Sony is already making PS6 sound terrifyingly expensive
Sony has indicated that the PlayStation 6 is unlikely to be heavily subsidized, suggesting a potentially high launch price due to rising component costs. The company stated it does not intend to sell hardware at significant losses, implying consumers may bear the brunt of increased expenses. This follows recent price hikes for the PlayStation 5 and suggests a trend towards more expensive console generations.
Another PlayStation Plus Price Hike Feared After Sony Statement
Sony has indicated a shift in strategy, prioritizing revenue from existing PlayStation players over monthly active users, leading to fears of a PlayStation Plus price increase. The company aims to increase Customer Lifetime Value and recurring revenue, suggesting that costs for servers and network infrastructure will be passed on to subscribers if they rise.
Kratos and a Painful Lesson in Prioritization
The article uses the tragic backstory of Kratos from Sony's God of War series as a fictional example to discuss the importance of prioritization. It suggests that even fictional characters can teach valuable lessons about making difficult choices.
SK Hynix, Samsung and Micron sued over allegations of "concerted anticompetitive behaviour" in DRAM market
Chip manufacturers SK Hynix, Samsung, and Micron are facing a class action lawsuit alleging concerted anticompetitive behavior in the DRAM market. Lawyers claim the companies coordinated to cut consumer DRAM supply and pivot to high-bandwidth memory for data centers, leading to significant price increases. This alleged behavior follows a history of DRAM price-fixing conspiracies between the same companies.
It looks like PlayStation 6 is going to cost Sony about $1,000 to make, which likely means it will cost more than that at retail
A recent leak suggests that the manufacturing cost for the upcoming PlayStation 6 could reach approximately $960 per unit, significantly higher than previous estimates. This increased cost, driven by component prices, may lead to a retail price exceeding $1,000, a historically high figure for a PlayStation console. Sony has not officially announced any details regarding the PlayStation 6's launch date or pricing.
Steam Week in Review: Steam sales are the best time to hoard dozens of forgotten '90s PC gaming oddities
The Steam Summer Sale offers deep discounts on major titles, but also presents an opportunity to explore forgotten '90s PC gaming oddities. The article highlights obscure FMV racers, cyberpunk adventures, and rail shooters, suggesting that even browsing trailers and screenshots can be a fascinating dive into video game history. It also notes the ongoing popularity of games like Cyberpunk 2077 and PUBG: Battlegrounds during the sale period.
Games Inbox: Is GTA 6 being hyped too much?
Readers discuss whether Grand Theft Auto 6 is receiving excessive hype, with some questioning the series' controls and the trend towards digital-only releases. The conversation also touches on rising console prices, the impact of AI on the industry, and the potential for remakes like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
PS6 will cost Sony £750 just for the raw materials says insider
An insider estimates the raw materials for the PlayStation 6 could cost around $960 (£730), significantly increasing the potential retail price. This surge is attributed to rising memory and hard drive costs, driven by demand for AI data centers, impacting all hardware manufacturers. Sony and Microsoft may face difficult decisions regarding console pricing and profitability.
The PS6 Might Cost $1000 Just To Build
The construction cost for the PlayStation 6 is projected to approach $1000 due to increasing component prices. Sony may consider delaying the console's potential 2027 launch as these costs are expected to continue rising.
Major PS5 Feature Down for the Last 2 Weeks, Sony Silent
A key PlayStation 5 feature, 'Recently Played,' has been non-functional for two weeks, impacting both the console and the PS App. The issue began around June 15th following a PlayStation Store glitch, and Sony has not yet provided a statement or an estimated time for a fix. This outage prevents users from easily tracking game progress and campaign completion.
