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Most of Bungie's staff were reportedly unaware of the decision to end active development on Destiny 2 until it went public
Bungie has reportedly ended active development on Destiny 2, with its final update scheduled for June. Many developers at Bungie were allegedly unaware of this decision until it was publicly announced, leading to internal frustration. The studio is shifting resources towards its new title, Marathon, which is expected to receive increased support from Sony.
Sony Wants to Make PS5 Matchmaking More Interesting, But It Could Lead to Ads
Sony has filed a patent for a picture-in-picture technology on the PlayStation 5 that could display content, including advertisements, during game matchmaking wait times. While the patent also mentions gameplay highlights and social media clips, the inclusion of ads has raised concerns about potential monetization strategies. It remains to be seen if this feature will be implemented.
Is Spider-Noir connected to the Spider-Verse movies?
The live-action series Spider-Noir, starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly, is not a direct continuation of Sony's animated Spider-Verse movies. While Cage reprises his role as a Spider-Man variant, the show features a different character and narrative from the animated films, which introduced Peter Parker's Spider-Man Noir.
Games Inbox: Is Destiny 2 a dead game now?
Readers discuss the current state of Destiny 2, with one questioning if it's a 'dead game' due to Bungie's handling of content and vaulting. Other topics include the timing of summer gaming showcases, Nintendo's pricing strategy, Sega's revival of old franchises, and the decline of traditional game announcements.
MMO Week in Review: Your light fades away
This week's MMO news highlights the impending end of updates for Destiny 2 after its final release in June, leading to player mourning and industry layoffs. Several other games, including Closers Online and one version of Tree of Savior, are also shutting down. New developments include Daybreak Game Company adding a Canadian studio, Guild Wars Reforged soft-launching its mobile client, Throne and Liberty previewing an expansion, and Neverwinter releasing a new module.
Is PS3 Emulation Possible on PS5? Tech Experts Find Fascinating Results
An experiment by Digital Foundry has tested PlayStation 3 emulation on PlayStation 5 hardware using the RPCS3 emulator via a Linux hack. Results show that emulation performs well for games that did not heavily utilize the PS3's SPUs, while titles that offloaded many tasks to the SPUs struggle to match native performance. Later generation games also show promise if certain features like MLAA are disabled.
Fans Are Petitioning Sony To Greenlight Destiny 3
Fans have started a petition urging Sony to fund the development of Destiny 3, following Bungie's announcement that active development on Destiny 2 is ending. Bungie cited high costs as the reason for not pursuing Destiny 3, and reports suggest the studio may face layoffs. The petition highlights the franchise's popularity and community impact, with over 137,000 signatures.
Control Issues
The Steam Controller faces significant competition not from major console manufacturers like Microsoft or Sony, but rather from various third-party vendors in the PC gaming market. This indicates a diverse landscape for PC input devices beyond traditional controllers.
A Petition Calling on Sony to Greenlight Destiny 3 Has Over 120,000 Signatures Already — and It's Rising Fast
A petition urging Sony to greenlight the development of Destiny 3 has garnered over 120,000 signatures. Despite the significant fan support, the article suggests that the game is unlikely to be produced.
Destiny 2’s End of Support Was Unknown to Most of Bungie – Rumor
Reports suggest that most of Bungie's staff were unaware of the decision to end support for Destiny 2 until the announcement. The studio is reportedly planning significant layoffs and does not have Destiny 3 in active development, though other Destiny IP titles are being considered. Sony's financial performance with live-service games has influenced the decision not to invest heavily in a direct sequel.
Our readers are clear: They want Destiny 3, which is awkward, because Bungie reportedly isn't making Destiny 3
A PC Gamer poll indicates a strong reader desire for Destiny 3, with 74% of respondents favoring it over new IPs or other franchise continuations. However, reports suggest Bungie is not actively developing Destiny 3 due to budget constraints, with a potential release not expected until the 2030s if it were to enter pre-production now.
Gran Turismo 7 Is the Gift That Keeps on Giving, 5 Cars Added in Free PS5 Update
Gran Turismo 7 has received its June update, adding five new cars including the BMW M Hybrid V8, Ferrari 499P, and Peugeot 9X8 to the PlayStation 5 version. Developed by Polyphony Digital, the game continues to receive free content updates, which the article suggests is a success for Sony's live service model.
Bungie Didn’t Start Working On Destiny 3 Because Of “how much money it would take”
Bungie has not begun development on Destiny 3 due to the significant financial investment required, according to reports by Jason Schreier. Despite Destiny 3's potential profitability, the company is focusing on its upcoming game Marathon to cover costs, with no other projects currently greenlit. This situation also raises concerns about potential layoffs at the studio.
PS5 Update Adds Dizzying New Animated Theme
Sony has released a new PlayStation 5 update that introduces animated themes for the Welcome Hub, including one with abstract art that may cause motion sickness. The update also includes a new animated theme celebrating the 10th anniversary of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, featuring key art from Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection.
Destiny fans petition for Destiny 3, with heartfelt messages
A petition for Destiny 3 has rapidly gained over 48,000 signatures, with many players sharing heartfelt messages about the franchise's impact on their lives. Fans express a strong desire for new adventures and innovative gameplay, believing Destiny 3 could revitalize the series. Despite player demand and criticism of recent management decisions by Bungie, Destiny 3 is reportedly not in development.
The Steam Controller's main competition isn't from Microsoft or Sony: It's from third-party vendors
This article analyzes the third-party game controller market, arguing that vendors like Victrix, Gamesir, and EasySMX offer superior alternatives to standard controllers from Microsoft and Sony. Despite the quality and features of these third-party options, they are often overlooked in favor of first-party controllers, partly due to platform compatibility issues and historical perceptions of lower quality.
Retro Gaming in 2026: The Complete Guide to Playing Classic Games Legally | TAG
This guide explores legal options for playing retro games in 2026, noting that only 13.27% of classic US games released before 2010 are still commercially available. It details subscription services like Nintendo Switch Online and PlayStation Plus Premium, digital storefronts such as GOG and Steam, and physical collector's options including Analogue and Evercade hardware. The article also addresses the legalities of emulation, emphasizing that while emulators are legal, downloading ROMs for games one does not own is copyright infringement.
PS5 Security Flaw Confirmed, More PlayStation Accounts Hacked
A security flaw on the PlayStation 5 has been confirmed as the cause of numerous PlayStation account hacks, primarily through social engineering scams involving PlayStation Support agents. Scammers can gain account control by providing recent purchase history, bypassing two-factor authentication and passkeys. Prominent figures like Colin Moriarty have been affected, with some users losing access to their accounts permanently.
Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 23/05/26
This week's news includes the end of Destiny 2 development and major layoffs at Bungie, alongside the 10th Warhammer Skulls event. PlayStation State of Play will feature Wolverine, and new titles like Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and F1 25 DLC were announced. Embracer is splitting, and Sony's single-player games will no longer release on PC.
'It's Nuts': Major PS5 Security Vulnerability Exposed, And We're All At Risk
A significant security vulnerability has been exposed within Sony's PlayStation Network processes, potentially putting all users at risk. The flaw relies on social engineering tactics, where customer service representatives can be persuaded to grant account access with minimal personal information, such as transaction dates or console serial numbers. This method bypasses traditional security measures and has led to accounts being permanently lost.
