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BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Nominees Revealed with Clair Obscur Leading the Pack
BAFTA has revealed the nominees for the upcoming BAFTA Games Awards, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with numerous nominations across various categories including Artistic Achievement, Debut Game, and Best Game. Other nominated titles include Dispatch, Ghost of Yotei, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The winners will be announced on April 17th.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Has Surpassed 5 Million Players Worldwide
Konami announced that the Silent Hill 2 remake has surpassed 5 million players worldwide across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. This figure includes sales and subscription service plays as of the end of January. Bloober Team discussed respecting fan theories during development and overcoming public skepticism.
The Best PS5 Deals This Week: Save On RPGs, Preowned Games, And Accessories - March 11, 2026
This week's PlayStation 5 deals include significant discounts on RPGs like Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles and Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, as well as sales on preowned games from GameFly. Several accessories, including headsets and DualSense controllers, are also available at reduced prices, though console bundle stock is limited.
Sony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on its PlayStation storefront that changes the price tag of over 190 games
Sony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store, with prices changing for over 190 games across more than 70 regions since November 2025. The experiment, which includes first-party titles and some third-party games, offers personalized discounts that can be significantly deeper than standard sale prices, particularly in the US market.
Dynamic pricing is creeping into video games as Sony experiments on PS5
Sony Interactive Entertainment is reportedly experimenting with dynamic pricing for over 150 games on the PlayStation Store across 68 regions. This pricing strategy allows for price adjustments based on demand, supply, and user data, with discounts ranging from 5% to 17.6%. The experiment excludes the US and Japan, possibly due to stricter regulations, and affects both first-party titles like God Of War Ragnarök and third-party games.
Sony is experimenting with dynamic discounts on the PlayStation Store
Sony is experimenting with dynamic pricing and discounts on the PlayStation Store, with some users receiving different prices for the same games. While intended to offer lower prices, errors have led to some users facing higher costs. This A/B testing approach is being applied to both first-party titles like Helldivers 2 and third-party games.
Daily Video Game Deals Mar 4 – Astro Bot, Mortal Kombat 1, FINAL FANTASY TACTICS –The Ivalice Chronicles, EA SPORTS College Football 26 & More
Daily video game deals for March 4th include discounts on Astro Bot, Mortal Kombat 1, FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles, and EA SPORTS College Football 26. These deals are available across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Nominees Announced for The Game Awards 2024 - NintendoFuse
The nominees for The Game Awards 2024 have been announced, featuring a strong presence from publishers like PlayStation, Square Enix, and Xbox. Nintendo has six nominated games, while the awards ceremony is scheduled for December 12, with public voting open until December 11. Winners will be decided by a jury vote and public fan vote.
Despite studio closures and project cancellations, PlayStation Studios is still hiring for new roles
Despite recent studio closures and project cancellations, PlayStation Studios is actively hiring for new game projects across several of its development teams, including Team Asobi, Housemarque, and Polyphony Digital. This hiring push comes as Sony aims to solidify its position in the current console generation, with titles like Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and Helldivers 2 showing strong performance.
Demon Tides review - the best 3D platformer of the year
Demon Tides is an excellent 3D platformer that offers thrilling freeform action and a wealth of customization options for player abilities. Developed by Fabraz, the game features clever level design with multiple difficulty levels and a self-referential sense of humor. However, its lack of direction and simplified combat can be confusing and less engaging for some players.
Daily Video Game Deals Feb 23 – MARVEL’S SPIDER-MAN 2, Monster Hunter Wilds, Hello Kitty Island Adventure, Chronicles of the Wolf, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind, Turok Trilogy Bundle & More
The daily video game deals for February 23 feature prominent titles such as MARVEL’S SPIDER-MAN 2, Monster Hunter Wilds, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure. Discounts are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Sony Reveals New PS5 Controller: Icon Blue DualSense - New Game Network
Sony has announced the Icon Blue Special Edition DualSense wireless controller for the PlayStation 5, set to release on October 20, 2025, in North America and October 28 in Mexico and Chile for $84.99 USD. The controller features layered blue shades inspired by the PS5 console's light and includes a glossy touchpad pattern. Alongside the controller, Sony revealed other PlayStation-themed merchandise, including an Astro Bot lunch box and The Last of Us Ellie mini backpack.
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart – A Masterpiece of Transdimensional Hopping
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is a visually stunning and polished action-platformer for the PlayStation 5 that showcases next-generation gaming. The game features a compelling narrative involving dimensional travel, unique weaponry, and memorable characters like Rivet, alongside impressive graphics and engaging gameplay mechanics.
PlayStation 5 had record-breaking sales during holiday season
Sony's PlayStation 5 achieved record-breaking sales during the holiday season, shipping 9.5 million units and contributing to a 16% year-over-year revenue increase for its gaming division. Monthly active users also reached an all-time high of 129 million. The company has revised its full fiscal year sales forecasts upwards, anticipating continued momentum driven by hardware, digital content, and network services.
PlayStation Studios: All Sony First-Party Developers and What They're Working On
Sony's first-party development teams, known collectively as PlayStation Studios, are working on a variety of new games across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5 and PC. The article details each studio's history, location, and current known projects, ranging from racing simulations and 3D platformers to narrative horror and large-scale multiplayer titles.
