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Popular 2011 PlayStation 3 Action Game Losing Online SupportSony announced that the PlayStation 3 exclusive action-adventure game Infamous 2 will lose its online support, including its user-generated content feature, on August 31, 2026. This shutdown will also affect certain trophies related to the UGC content. The base campaign of Infamous 2 will remain playable.- PS5 Exclusive Ghost of Yotei Triggers Tourism Push in Hokkaido, Japan, With Plans for Curated Tours of Locations Featured in the GameThe PlayStation 5 exclusive game Ghost of Yotei is inspiring tourism initiatives in Hokkaido, Japan, with towns near Mount Yotei planning curated tours of in-game locations. These efforts aim to attract visitors to the region outside of the ski season, including collaborations with local craftspeople for official merchandise.
Control Resonant Might Finally Scratch That inFamous ItchThis article discusses how Remedy Entertainment's upcoming game, Control Resonant, might satisfy the desire for a power fantasy similar to Sucker Punch Productions' inFAMOUS series, particularly inFAMOUS Second Son. While not a direct replacement, Control Resonant's focus on superpowers, traversal, and combat in a modern city setting on the PlayStation 5 offers a comparable experience, albeit with a more supernatural and bizarre tone.
When it comes to RPG design, Fallout: New Vegas lead Josh Sawyer says Ghost of Tsushima and Yotei have "some of the…Fallout: New Vegas lead designer Josh Sawyer praised Sucker Punch Productions and Sony Interactive Entertainment for their armor design in Ghost of Tsushima and Ghost of Yotei. Sawyer highlighted how artistic freedom and streamlined stat bonuses contribute to effective and visually appealing armor sets in RPGs.- 8 Open World Games to Finish Before GTA 6 Drops | TAGThis guide helps busy adults prioritize their open-world game backlogs before the release of Grand Theft Auto 6. It suggests finishing Red Dead Redemption 2 and Cyberpunk 2077 first, followed by Elden Ring if time permits, and offers triage rules for deciding which games to complete or abandon based on playtime and completion percentage.
Vampire Survivors has a free content expansion, plus a Legacy of the Bloodmoon DLC in Summer 2026Developer poncle has released a free content update for Vampire Survivors, version 1.15, which includes major quality-of-life improvements, new content like stages and characters, and various tweaks. Additionally, the 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC was announced for Summer 2026, serving as an expansion to 'Legacy of the Moonspell'. poncle also revealed plans for a new studio in Japan headed by Sawaki Takeyasu and a lineup of 'Survivaton' games.
PlayStation first-party sales see modest rebound after half-decade declinePlayStation first-party game sales saw a modest increase to 32.1 million copies in FY2025, the first upturn in five years, following a significant decline since a peak in 2020-2021. This growth is attributed partly to the release of Ghost of Yōtei, while the overall decline was linked to inconsistent studio output and lengthy development cycles. Sony has also reportedly scaled back on releasing PS5 exclusives for PC, fearing it could damage the console's brand.
'Take My Goddamn Money': PS5 Fans Seem Ready for Electrifying inFAMOUS CollectionA poll on Push Square indicates strong interest from PlayStation 5 owners in an inFAMOUS Collection, with over 80% expressing a desire to purchase it. Rumors of a potential collection have surfaced, fueled by the removal of a Sucker Punch blog post stating no inFAMOUS work was in progress and interest from former creative director Nate Fox in remastering the series.
Gayming Awards 2026 Reveals Hosts, Guests, And Early Award WinnersThe Gayming Awards 2026 will celebrate queer geek culture on June 8, hosted by Erika Ishii and Dawn. Trixie Mattel will receive the LGBTQ+ Content Creator Superstar Award, and Darion Lowenstein will be honored with the Gayming Icon Award for his work in authentic LGBTQ+ representation in gaming. The event will feature various segments, including a D&D-style scene, a ranking of video game characters, a custom PC build giveaway, and a reunion of the 'Gaymer Guys'.
Cronos: The New Dawn wins Best Polish Game at the Digital Dragons AwardsCronos: The New Dawn by Bloober Team was the biggest winner at the Digital Dragons Awards, taking home the Polish Game of the Year award. The event celebrated the best of Polish game development, with other notable nominees including Techland's Dying Light: The Beast and 11 bit studios' The Alters.
Obituary: Veteran voice actor Tom Kane has passed away at 64Veteran voice actor Tom Kane, known for his extensive work in video games and animation over three decades, has passed away at the age of 64. Kane had a prolific career, with notable roles in the Star Wars franchise, Grim Fandango, Final Fantasy XII, Wolfenstein, and Ghost of Tsushima. He retired from voice acting in 2021 following a stroke.- Morning ConsolidationSucker Punch Productions has confirmed that no new content is planned for Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, two months after its launch. The studio is now focusing on future projects.
Ghost of Yotei Fans Upset as Multiplayer Content Support EndsSucker Punch Productions announced that the multiplayer content for Ghost of Yotei, specifically the Legends co-op mode, will not receive further major updates after only a month of support. This decision has led to significant disappointment among players who were expecting more content for the mode.
Sony bringing back PS1 games including WipEout and Ape Escape claim rumoursRumors suggest Sony Interactive Entertainment is exploring the revival of several older intellectual properties, including PlayStation 1 titles like WipEout and Ape Escape, as well as the inFamous series. While Sucker Punch Productions is reportedly not involved in the inFamous revival due to their work on Ghost of Tsushima, leakers indicate Sony is considering bringing back unused IPs. This move could be a strategy to address criticism regarding a limited number of first-party releases by offering remasters and lower-budget sequels.
Sony Allegedly “Exploring” the Revival of “Older, Unused IPs”, Says InsiderSony is reportedly exploring the possibility of reviving older, unused intellectual properties. While no active development has been confirmed, the company is considering bringing back franchises like Jak and Daxter, Sly Cooper, and inFamous. This comes as other studios like Naughty Dog and Sucker Punch Productions are focused on their current projects.- Ghost of Yotei Legends Received Its Final Major Update in April, Dev ConfirmsSucker Punch Productions has confirmed that the multiplayer mode for Ghost of Yotei, titled Legends, has received its final major update. No further significant updates are planned for the mode.
'Looks Like We Got Sucker Punched': Ghost of Yotei Fans Gutted Support Has Ended for Free Co-Op ModeSucker Punch Productions has announced that the free co-op mode 'Ghost of Tsushima: Legends' will not receive any further content updates, with the 'Raid' update being the last major planned addition. While the mode will remain playable, fans have expressed disappointment with the decision to end support just two months after its launch, especially in the context of live service games.
Poll: Would You Buy an inFAMOUS Collection for PS5?Fans are discussing the possibility of an inFAMOUS Collection for PlayStation 5, following rumors of Sony working with an unnamed developer. The article highlights the desire for remakes of the PlayStation 3 classics due to their dated presentation and performance, suggesting potential DualSense integration and the inclusion of the Festival of Blood DLC.
Fan Favorite PS3 Adventure Games Might Be Revived on PS5 – RumorA rumor suggests that Sony is tasking a PlayStation Studios developer, not Sucker Punch Productions, with remaking the first two inFamous games for the PlayStation 5. While the source has a good reputation, they emphasize that this information is uncorroborated and plans could have changed.
New inFAMOUS PS5 Project Rumours Give Fans Fresh HopeRumors suggest a new inFAMOUS project is in development at PlayStation, potentially a remake of the original PS3 titles for the PlayStation 5. While the original developer Sucker Punch Productions is currently focused on other projects, journalist Jordan Middler has indicated an inFAMOUS title is being worked on elsewhere within PlayStation. Fans are expressing a mix of hope and caution regarding the potential revival of the series.