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PS5 Consoles Only Sold 13,539 Units in Japan Last Week, Nintendo Switch 2 Sold 59,543 Units
PlayStation 5 console sales in Japan have significantly declined, with only 13,539 units sold in the week ending April 5th, dwarfed by the Nintendo Switch's 59,543 units. This downturn follows recent price increases for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro in the Japanese market, making them more expensive than ever. Analysts speculate that Nintendo may also implement price hikes for the Switch 2 due to rising costs.
Metal Gear Solid Film Greenlit By Sony, First Look in the Works
Sony's Columbia Pictures has greenlit a film adaptation of the video game Metal Gear Solid, with Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein attached to direct. While details are scarce, the announcement has generated both excitement and apprehension among fans of Hideo Kojima's iconic franchise.
PS6 Won’t Cost $1,000, Will Likely Cost Between $600 and $800 – Rumor
A rumor suggests Sony's PlayStation 6 console will likely be priced between $600 and $800, avoiding the $1,000 mark. Manufacturing cost estimates for various PS6 models, including a potential handheld and a lower-powered 'PS6S', place the main console's BOM around $743. These estimates are influenced by component costs and potential import tariffs, with the final retail price expected to be significantly higher than the manufacturing cost.
The Metal Gear Solid movie is back on, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors in charge
Columbia Pictures is reviving the Metal Gear Solid film adaptation with directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein. The project, which has been in development for decades, aims to bring Hideo Kojima's iconic stealth game to the big screen. While previous attempts have stalled, this new iteration is moving forward with Avi Arad and Ari Arad still attached as producers.
20 years after Kojima announced a Metal Gear Solid movie was happening, Sony announces a Metal Gear Solid movie is…
Sony has announced a Metal Gear Solid movie is in development, a project first revealed by Hideo Kojima 20 years ago. Despite past interest from actors and directors, the film adaptation has struggled to progress beyond pre-production. This announcement marks a significant step forward for the long-gestating project.
You Might Not Want to Know How Much It Reportedly Cost Bungie to Make Marathon
A new report suggests that Bungie's upcoming game Marathon has a development budget exceeding $200 million, potentially reaching over $250 million before ongoing costs. This figure is comparable to or even surpasses the reported budget for Marvel's Spider-Man 2. Despite financial concerns and past project cancellations following Sony's acquisition of Bungie, the studio is reportedly focused on creating new content for Marathon, which has received positive initial feedback.
1000xResist creator: the game industry needs a universal video codec for FMV games
Remy Siu, the creative director behind the acclaimed game 1000xResist, is facing technical challenges with video codecs for his upcoming full-motion video game, Prove You're Human. Siu advocates for a universal video codec standard across all platforms to simplify development and improve the quality of FMV games. He highlights how the current need to support multiple codecs can lead to larger file sizes and compromises in video quality.
007 First Light stalls on Switch 2—Bond fans, brace for... | TAG
Several games are experiencing delays, including 007 First Light for Nintendo Switch 2, Borderlands 4, and Disney Dreamlight Valley's update. Meanwhile, rumors suggest a new Star Fox game and a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time could be announced for the Switch 2. In other news, South Korea is distributing free PCs to combat rising costs, and Spider-Man: Brand New Day is undergoing reshoots for more humor. A report indicates a Sony State of Play is planned for April 16, potentially alongside an Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake announcement, and Pokémon Champions is receiving bug fixes.
PS5 Price Hike Hits Japan Hard as PS5 Pro Sales Sink to Xbox Levels
Sony's recent price increase for the PlayStation 5 in Japan has led to a significant drop in sales for the standard and Pro models, with only 840 PS5 Pro consoles sold in the week ending April 5th. The cheaper, Japanese language-only PS5 Digital Edition, however, sold over 12,000 units, highlighting a market preference for affordability. This contrasts sharply with the Nintendo Switch's continued strong performance in the region.
PUBG boss was "sad" to see Concord and Highguard get shut down, but hopes to learn from their mistakes
Taeseok Jang, IP franchise director for PUBG at Krafton, expressed sadness over the shutdowns of multiplayer games like Concord and Highguard, noting the inherent difficulty in developing successful multiplayer titles. He highlighted lessons learned from community messaging and the challenges of early access, referencing the short lifespan of PUBG: Blindspot.
PS5 Fans Want Trophy Upgrades After Xbox Improves Achievements
PlayStation 5 fans are expressing a desire for upgrades to Sony's Trophy system, drawing comparisons to recent improvements made to Xbox's Achievements. While the PlayStation Trophy system has been a core part of the experience since the PlayStation 3 era, it has seen minimal changes, especially since the PS5's launch. Fans are hoping Sony will introduce features like highlighting 100% completion games and pinning difficult Trophies, similar to what Xbox is testing.
"Stop getting Bond wrong!" - Does the design of the 007: First Light PS5 controller look off to you?
The design of the limited edition 007: First Light DualSense controller for PlayStation 5 has sparked debate regarding its representation of the iconic James Bond gun barrel motif. While the art director stated the design pays tribute to the franchise's style and game themes, many fans and critics feel it fails to capture the recognizable visual signature. The article explores potential reasons for the design choice, including copyright issues and artistic interpretation, and discusses the exacting standards of the James Bond fandom.
New PS5 UI Explained: Who Has the Update and What’s Different
Sony is rolling out a new user interface update for the PlayStation 5, which reorganizes categories like PS Store, PS Plus, Games, Library, and Media into separate tabs. This update is not a beta and does not require a download, but is being deployed server-side and is not yet available to all users globally. The changes are minor, focusing on tab organization rather than themes or other major features.
JBL Live 780NC and 680NC review: Great leaps, greater missteps
The JBL Live 780NC and 680NC headphones offer a solid audio experience with effective noise cancellation and a feature-rich app, though their design feels dated. The 780NC provides a wider soundstage with clearer vocals, while the 680NC delivers a more bass-heavy experience. Both models boast impressive battery life, but call quality is a notable weakness.
PS5, PS4 Players Getting Free Credit for Playing PS Plus Game
Sony is offering PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 owners a free movie credit for playing Resident Evil Village through the PlayStation Plus Extra catalog. Players need to play the game for at least 30 minutes by April 30 and link their accounts to the Sony Pictures Core app to receive the credit by May 8.
LONDON GAMES FESTIVAL UNVEILS ITS 2026 ENSEMBLE COHORT
The London Games Festival has announced its 2026 Ensemble cohort, highlighting Black, Asian, and underrepresented ethnic creatives in the UK games industry. The program, curated by Sharna Jackson, features eight individuals in roles ranging from game directors to audio designers, with an installation at Trafalgar Square and features at New Game Plus.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Is Twisting French Legends Into Nightmare Bosses
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by Evil Empire, will feature classic 2D action-exploration gameplay set in Paris in 1499. The game introduces corrupted French legends, including Joan of Arc, as formidable bosses. It is scheduled for release in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, with preorders for physical editions now open.
Sony’s 007 DualSense Controller Gets the Famous Barrel Wrong, Fans Notice
Fans have noticed a design flaw on Sony's new 007-themed DualSense controller, specifically the absence of rifling in the barrel design. This detail is considered crucial to the iconic 007 opening sequence, leading to criticism that Sony missed a key element in their licensed hardware. The article discusses the importance of accuracy in premium, licensed gaming accessories and suggests Sony's design approval process may need improvement.
'Who on Earth Would Want This?': Almost 90% of PS5 Fans Not Interested in New 'Playerbase' Program
Sony's new 'Playerbase' program, designed to celebrate the PlayStation community, has been met with significant backlash from fans. A poll indicated that almost 90% of PlayStation 5 owners are not interested, with many citing security concerns about the use of their likeness and data. The initiative, which starts with Gran Turismo 7, is criticized for being out of touch with the fanbase's desires.
State of Play Potentially Happening on April 16, Possibly “Third-Party Focused” – Rumor
Insider NateTheHate suggests a State of Play event may occur on April 16th, potentially focusing on third-party titles rather than first-party games like Marvel's Wolverine. While his track record is strong, this information is unconfirmed. The article also briefly mentions other unrelated game news.
