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The Last of Us Online’s Director Says It Was “80% Complete” Before Being Cancelled
The former director of the cancelled The Last of Us Online, Vinit Agarwal, revealed that the game was approximately 80% complete before Sony pulled the plug. Agarwal expressed his disappointment, having worked on the project for seven years, and noted that the decision was made to prioritize other studio projects. He has since founded a new studio, applying lessons learned from the experience.
Nintendo’s Former Sales Lead Believes Switch 2 Price is “Going to Have to Go Up”
A former Nintendo sales lead believes the Nintendo Switch 2's hardware price will likely increase, potentially offset by lower digital game prices. This speculation comes amid global supply chain issues and Sony's recent PlayStation 5 price hikes. Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has acknowledged the impact of component procurement and economic factors on hardware profitability.
Hardware Snoop Tips Rumoured PS6 Handheld to Be a Beast
Rumors suggest Sony is developing a PlayStation 6 handheld device that will feature a GPU superior to the Xbox Series S, particularly in raytracing capabilities. This potential handheld may also utilize an advanced upscaling solution similar to PSSR to maximize performance in a smaller form factor, though details remain unconfirmed.
Nintendo's legal fight with Palworld suffers a reversal as the USPTO reject their patent on character-summoning battle mechanics
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued a non-final rejection of Nintendo's patent for character-summoning battle mechanics, a decision that could impact the ongoing legal dispute with Palworld developer Pocketpair. While Nintendo has two months to respond, this ruling suggests the patent may not be as strong as initially believed, potentially affecting other games that utilize similar mechanics.
April's PS Plus Monthly Games include Lords of the Fallen and a trio of remastered Tomb Raider ports
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April, featuring Lords of the Fallen for PlayStation 5 and the Tomb Raider I-III Remastered collection for PlayStation 4 and 5. Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream, a live-service action RPG, will also be available. These titles will be accessible to subscribers starting April 7.
Sony Confirms PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April 2026
Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April 2026. The announcement confirms some of the titles that were previously leaked, though not all of the lineup was disclosed.
PlayStation Plus April Monthly Games Include Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I–III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream
Sony has announced the April lineup for PlayStation Plus, featuring Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I–III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream. These titles will be available to subscribers on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 from April 7 to May 4. The selection includes a dark fantasy action RPG, a classic adventure remaster collection, and an anime-based multiplayer game.
The April 2026 PlayStation Plus Essential games are confirmed [Updated]
Sony has confirmed the April 2026 PlayStation Plus Essential lineup, featuring Lords of the Fallen, Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream, and Tomb Raider I-III Remastered. The article also mentions March's remaining PlayStation Plus titles, including Monster Hunter Rise, which received high praise.
PS Plus Essential Games for April 2026 Announced
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus Essential games for April 2026, which will be available starting April 7th. The lineup includes Lords of the Fallen, Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream, and Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered. These titles can be claimed by PS Plus members until May 5th.
Bring Down a Ring of Gold Diggers in PS5, PS4's Most Controversial Game Yet
The controversial Chinese FMV game Revenge on Gold Diggers is now available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 for $14.99. The game, which topped PC sales charts last year, centers on a harem of women conning men out of their money, sparking debate about gender stereotypes and wish fulfillment fantasies. Sony's decision to allow the game on its platform is surprising given the controversy, and it may be delisted in the future.
PS Plus Essential April Free Games Bring Bad News for PS4 Owners
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus Essential free games for April 2026, featuring Lords of the Fallen and Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream for PlayStation 5, and Tomb Raider I-III Remastered available on both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. These titles will be available from April 7 until May 4, replacing March's lineup which included Monster Hunter Rise and The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road.
PS6 May Have Just 1TB SSD And No Disc Drive
Rumors suggest the PlayStation 6 could launch in Holiday 2027 with a 1TB SSD and no disc drive, potentially costing $699 with subsidies. Despite memory shortages, Sony and Microsoft are reportedly still targeting this release window, with Microsoft Gaming planning to ship dev kits in 2027. The console may feature GDDR7 RAM and advanced compression to manage game sizes.
Saros Goes Gold Ahead of April 30 Release on PS5
Housemarque and Sony announced that their third-person shooter, Saros, has gone gold and will release on PlayStation 5 on April 30, 2026. The game features a roguelike structure with permanent upgrades, a 'Second Chance' revive mechanic, and combat described as 'bullet ballet'.
Enjoy Marathon Now Before Sony Kills It
The article discusses the potential shutdown of the game Marathon by Sony, urging players to enjoy it while it's still available. It highlights concerns about game preservation and the impact of online-only services on older titles.
Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, and More Coming to PS Plus Essential on April 7
Sony has announced that Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream will be available for PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers starting April 7th. Lords of the Fallen is a reboot of the 2014 action RPG, while Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered collects Lara Croft's original adventures with updated visuals. Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream offers multiplayer raid content.
PS6 Handheld Will be Faster Than Xbox Series S, Offer Better Visuals Than Nintendo Switch 2 – Rumor
A rumor suggests Sony's upcoming PlayStation 6 handheld will outperform the Xbox Series S in both rasterization and ray tracing. It is also expected to offer superior visual quality compared to the Nintendo Switch 2, utilizing FSR 5 and PSSR 3. Leaked specifications indicate a 3nm chip with RDNA 5 compute units and 24 GB of memory, with Sony reportedly preparing developers for its launch by emphasizing a Low-Power mode on the PlayStation 5.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide March 31, 2026
Sony's PlayStation Store has received its weekly update, adding new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The March PlayStation Plus Essential lineup includes Monster Hunter Rise, PGA Tour 2K25, and Slime Rancher 2. Numerous other games and add-ons are also now available across different regions.
We'll Hear from PlayStation Royalty Ken Kutaragi at a UK Event Later This Year
Ken Kutaragi, known as the "father of PlayStation", will be a keynote speaker at the UK's Game Republic New Horizons event in October. He will participate in an interview discussing his career, including his role in the development of the PlayStation, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation 3 consoles during his tenure at Sony. Kutaragi currently serves as CEO of Ascent Robotics and Cyber AI Entertainment.
TAG Community Safety Score: Final Fantasy XIV, Sea of Thieves, Apex Legends & Destiny 2
This analysis details the TAG Community Safety Scores for Final Fantasy XIV (71/100), Sea of Thieves (66/100), Apex Legends (62/100), and Destiny 2 (54/100). The scores evaluate games based on moderation infrastructure, response, communication controls, transparency, guidelines, appeals, parental controls, and proactive design. The article highlights how community culture can compensate for infrastructure gaps, the importance of platform integration, and the fixable issue of transparency reporting.
As PSVR2 Dies a Slow Death, One of Its Best Devs Confirms Mass Layoffs
Polyarc, the developer behind the VR titles Moss and Moss: Book II, has confirmed significant layoffs due to funding troubles and a project cancellation. This news follows a trend of industry-wide job cuts, particularly impacting the VR development scene, with Sony's PlayStation VR2 receiving limited support post-launch.
