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This indie dev's dungeon crawling 'descent into madness' was inspired by motherly love
Indie developer Christopher Yabsley is creating Heathen, a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by a cherished childhood memory of playing Diablo with his mother. The game will feature first-person combat, randomized loot, and online co-op, with an early access release planned for Steam.
The sight of a scribbled on PS5 has made me more thankful than ever that console covers exist
The author expresses gratitude for the existence of interchangeable PlayStation 5 console covers after seeing a unit covered in scribbles. The article highlights how these covers, both official and third-party, allow for customization and easier replacement of damaged or defaced parts, especially for the PS5 Slim model.
PlayStation's Huge Days of Play Sales Begin Next Week, Reportedly No PS5 Console Discounts
Sony's annual Days of Play sales promotion is reportedly set to begin on May 27th and run until June 10th. While discounts are expected on accessories like DualSense controllers and the PlayStation VR2 headset, as well as on games, there will reportedly be no discounts on PlayStation 5 consoles this year.
June 2026 State of Play Will Spend Over an Hour on PS5 Games
Sony will host a State of Play showcase on June 2, 2026, focusing on PlayStation 5 games and lasting over an hour. The event will feature an extended look at Marvel's Wolverine, with a potential appearance from Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. The showcase will be available on PlayStation's YouTube and Twitch channels, and at select Alamo Drafthouse locations.
Hellraiser PS5's Latest Trailer Is Too Gruesome for Sony's YouTube Channel
A trailer for the upcoming PlayStation 5 game Hellraiser, showcasing its violent Genesis Configuration mechanic, was censored on Sony's YouTube channel due to its gruesome content. The game, inspired by Clive Barker's work, features combative puzzle box elements and supernatural abilities. While an official release date is unconfirmed, it is expected before Halloween.
PlayStation State Of Play Is Back Next Month!
Sony announced its next PlayStation State of Play will take place on June 2, featuring a 60-minute broadcast with extensive gameplay and news for Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine. The event will also include other major announcements from Sony's upcoming PlayStation lineup.
US: Tomodachi Life No.1 and Nintendo Switch 2 No.1 hardware for April 2026
The Nintendo Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware in the U.S. for April 2026, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topped the software sales charts. The article lists the top ten best-selling games for the month, including new entries like Pragmata and Crimson Desert.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for April 2026 – Tomodachi Life beats out everything
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topped the U.S. best-selling games chart for April 2026, followed by new release Pragmata. Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 also saw a significant jump in sales, likely due to the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The list includes titles from Nintendo, Capcom, Pearl Abyss, and Microsoft.
Marvel’s Wolverine PS5 Gets Update We’ve Been Begging For
Sony announced that Marvel's Wolverine will receive a new update during the upcoming PlayStation State of Play event on June 2, 2026. Insomniac Games will showcase the game's combat and provide new details ahead of its September 15, 2026 release exclusively on PlayStation 5.
PlayStation State of Play returns on 2nd June with Wolverine for Summer Game Fest
Sony announced that its State of Play stream will return on June 2nd, featuring 60 minutes of updates and gameplay ahead of Summer Game Fest. The showcase will include a closer look at Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, with a release date of September 15th exclusively for PlayStation 5. Other potential reveals include Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls and updates on Sony's live service strategy.
PlayStation State of Play Confirmed For June, Featuring Wolverine
Sony has confirmed a PlayStation State of Play event for June 2, 2026, which will be over 60 minutes long. The showcase will feature a significant look at Insomniac Games' upcoming title, Marvel's Wolverine, highlighting its combat system. The event is expected to reveal details about other anticipated titles as well.
PlayStation State of Play 2026 Set for June 2nd
Sony will host its PlayStation State of Play showcase on June 2nd at 5 PM Eastern, featuring over 60 minutes of updates and reveals. The event will include gameplay for Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, which is set to release on PlayStation 5 on September 15th. Other anticipated titles include Marathon, Gran Turismo 7, Helldivers 2, and Marvel's Tokon: Fighting Souls.
Sony's State of Play returns next month, promises "closer look at Marvel's Wolverine" and "more than 60 minutes of updates, announcements, and gameplay reveals"
Sony's upcoming State of Play event, scheduled for next month, will feature a closer look at Marvel's Wolverine. The showcase will run for over 60 minutes and include updates, announcements, and gameplay reveals for PlayStation 5 games from various studios.
PlayStation State Of Play Confirmed for June 2
Sony has announced a 60-minute PlayStation State of Play showcase for June 2, featuring Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine and reveals from other studios. The event will be broadcast live on PlayStation's YouTube and Twitch channels. This showcase precedes a busy June for gaming events, including Summer Game Fest and the Xbox Gaming Showcase.
Digital Dragons 2026 – Showcasing the strength of Poland’s games industry
The Digital Dragons conference in Krakow highlights the growing strength and community of Poland's game development scene, attracting international speakers and fostering business relationships. The event celebrated achievements with the Digital Dragons Awards, recognizing titles like Cronos: The New Dawn, while looking ahead to major upcoming releases that are expected to further boost the industry's global standing.
PlayStation just announced a new State of Play, and it'll be over an hour long
Sony announced a new PlayStation State of Play broadcast scheduled for June 2nd, featuring an hour-long showcase with updates on upcoming PlayStation 5 games, including a closer look at Marvel's Wolverine. The event will also cover news and gameplay reveals for other titles. This announcement comes amidst reports of Sony potentially reducing PC releases of its exclusive games and recent price increases for PlayStation Plus.
Sony Confirms State of Play June Date, Teases Fresh Look at Wolverine and More Games for PS5
Sony has announced a State of Play showcase scheduled for June 2nd, featuring new looks at upcoming games for the PlayStation 5. The presentation is expected to include updates on titles such as Marvel's Wolverine and other unannounced games.
State of Play Confirmed for 2nd June, 60+ Minutes of Wolverine and PS5 Games
Sony has confirmed its next State of Play livestream will take place on June 2nd, featuring over an hour of content including Marvel's Wolverine. The showcase will include updates, announcements, and gameplay reveals from various studios for PlayStation 5 games.
New PS Plus Classic Game Missing Popular PS5, PS4 Feature
The PlayStation 1 classic Time Crisis has been added to PlayStation Plus and the PlayStation Store without support for trophies, disappointing players. Publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment has a history of not implementing trophies in its classic releases, with its emulation partner Implicit Conversions citing increased development costs as a potential reason.
'Our ambitions are as big as the Wii:' How the Nex Playground is targeting the global market
Nex Playground, a motion-controlled console targeting families, is expanding globally after outselling Xbox in the US during the 2025 holiday season. The company aims to achieve the popularity of the Nintendo Wii, with plans to launch in the UK and Ireland before entering other key markets. Nex Playground has sold approximately 1 million units in the US, with a strong attach rate for its subscription service, indicating a focus on curated, high-quality games over hardware updates.
