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Sony Reportedly Making Single Player Games Exclusive To PlayStation Again
Sony is reportedly shifting back to making its prestige single-player narrative games exclusive to PlayStation consoles, reversing a trend that saw titles like Horizon Zero Dawn and God of War ported to PC. This change, according to a report citing PlayStation studio business CEO Hermen Hulst, will not affect multiplayer-first games like Marathon. While some externally developed titles may still see PC releases, the move comes amid a changing console market and potential diminishing returns on PC ports.
Shelve your hopes to play Ghost of Yōtei or Saros on PC, as PlayStation boss reportedly confirms plan to stop porting narrative-driven singleplayer games
PlayStation Studios CEO Hermen Hulst has reportedly confirmed that the company plans to cease porting its narrative-driven singleplayer games to PC. This decision means titles like Ghost of Yōtei, Saros, and Marvel's Wolverine will likely remain PlayStation exclusives. While some previously announced PC versions will still release, this marks a significant shift in PlayStation's strategy regarding PC releases.
Sony's Single-Player Games Are Once Again PlayStation Exclusive | Console Creatures
Sony has officially confirmed that its single-player PlayStation games will no longer be released on PC. This decision, communicated by Hermen Hulst, aims to prevent brand damage and protect PlayStation 5 sales. While some titles like Ghost of Yōtei will remain console exclusives, online-focused games such as Marathon and Marvel Tokon will still launch multi-platform, though PC release windows remain unclear.
PlayStation Confirms Huge Change to PS5 Games on PC Going Forward
Sony Interactive Entertainment has confirmed a significant shift in its PC release strategy, with PlayStation studio business CEO Hermen Hulst announcing that future single-player games will remain exclusive to PlayStation consoles. While multiplayer titles will still launch on PC, this change aims to bolster console sales and brand identity. This decision follows earlier rumors and may be influenced by the underperformance of previous PC ports.
This Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding merch is enough to unite all Hideo Kojima fans
This article discusses the wide range of merchandise available for fans of Hideo Kojima's iconic games, including Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding. It highlights items such as Kojima Productions shirts, Metal Gear Solid mouse mats, and figures from Death Stranding 2, catering to dedicated fans.
Hideo Kojima learns that Higgs is the world's favorite Death Stranding 2 character, but he's just glad all his…
Hideo Kojima revealed that Higgs was the most popular character in a fan poll for Death Stranding 2, though he is relieved that all four characters presented had fans. Kojima expressed his dedication to character creation, stating he pours a lot of love into it for all his games.
VKD3D-Proton 3.0.1 brings many Linux gaming enhancements for Direct3D 12 via Vulkan
VKD3D-Proton version 3.0.1 has been released, offering significant enhancements for running Direct3D 12 games on Linux via Vulkan. This update includes fixes and improvements for various titles like Death Stranding 2 and Crimson Desert, experimental support for D3D12 view instancing, and performance optimizations, particularly for mobile chips. This release is noted as likely the last before support for VK_EXT_descriptor_heap is integrated.
MangoHud 0.8.3 brings new features and fixes to the popular Linux gaming performance monitor
MangoHud 0.8.3, a popular Linux gaming performance monitoring tool, has been released with numerous bug fixes and new features. The update includes support for new hardware like DDR5 RAM temperature, panthor driver, and additional GPU memory units, alongside improvements to Vulkan and ImGui integration. It also adds support for SDL GPU as an engine and allows for smaller HUD sizes.
Releasing PlayStation games day one on PC isn't "a good strategy" for its AAA titles, former Sony head says, but he hasn't seen proof its abandoning the platform altogether
Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida believes releasing Sony's AAA titles day-one on PC is not a good strategy for a platform holder. While he hasn't seen proof of Sony abandoning PC releases, he suggests that launching games on PC after a couple of years helps recoup investment and fund new projects.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred
PC Gamer magazine's latest issue features an exclusive preview of Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred, including hands-on gameplay and developer interviews. The issue also includes previews for Directive 8020 and Crimson Desert, reviews for several other titles, and a feature on the best PC RPGs.
Gaming Legend Kojima Spotted at Valve HQ Sparking Wild Sci-Fi Collaboration Dreams
Hideo Kojima's recent visit to Valve headquarters has ignited speculation about a potential collaboration, with fans dreaming of a groundbreaking science fiction game. The article explores the possibilities, ranging from Death Stranding 2 on Steam Deck to VR experiences with the Valve Index, highlighting the synergy between Kojima's visionary approach and Valve's technological advancements.
I'm sick of breaking the bank buying AAA games, so I've hunted down overlooked alternatives to 2026's…
This article explores budget-friendly alternatives to upcoming and recently released expensive AAA games, suggesting overlooked indies and gems. It highlights games like Samson and The Precinct as alternatives to Grand Theft Auto 6, and Wreckreation as a substitute for Forza Horizon 6. The author also provides cheaper options for Resident Evil, Pokémon Pokopia, and Death Stranding 2.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for March 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia lands in the top 5
Circana has released the top-selling video games in the U.S. for March 2026, with MLB The Show 26 leading the list. Pokemon Pokopia debuted at number 5, despite Nintendo not reporting digital sales for the game-key card title. Monster Hunter Stories 3 also made its debut on the chart at number 7.
Hideo Kojima sparks Xbox Project Helix speculation as he meets execs to pose with a mysterious box – but the reality probably isn't that exciting
Hideo Kojima's visit to Xbox offices and a photo with a mysterious box labeled "Xbox for Kojima" have fueled speculation about Project Helix, Xbox's next console. While fans theorize it's a dev kit, the box's size and Xbox's GDC 2026 announcement about 2027 dev kit shipments suggest otherwise. The meeting also involved Xbox executives Phil Spencer and Asha Sharma, and Kojima also met Master Chief.
Former Microsoft exec and Blizzard boss completes Death Stranding 2, praises Hideo Kojima's sequel as one "hell of an experience" – even if the first game's story was better
Former Microsoft and Blizzard executive Mike Ybarra completed Death Stranding 2 on PC, calling it a "hell of an experience" with beautiful graphics and sound. Despite his praise for the sequel, Ybarra stated that he believes the original Death Stranding has a better story.
Great work, gamers, we touched digital grass and walked 270,000 more miles than Artemis 2's historic mission around…
Players have collectively traveled nearly 270,000 miles more in Death Stranding 2 than the Artemis 2 mission's lunar flyby. The game, available on PlayStation 5 and PC, saw a peak of nearly 58,000 concurrent players on Steam at launch. This analysis highlights the significant player engagement and virtual distances covered in the game.
BAFTA: Clair Obscur och Dispatch vinner lika många priser
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch were the biggest winners at the BAFTA Games Awards 2025, each taking home three awards. Clair Obscur was named Game of the Year, also winning for best debut and best lead performance for Jennifer English. Dispatch received awards for best animation, sound, and supporting performance for Jeffrey Wright. Arc Raiders was recognized for its multiplayer component.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 takes Best Game award at 2026 BAFTA Games Awards but shares spotlight with Dispatch with 3 wins each
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won Best Game at the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards, with Sandfall Interactive also securing wins for Debut Game and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English. Dispatch tied for the most wins with three awards, including Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffery Wright, and also received nominations in multiple categories.
Death Stranding 2 patch 1.4 should make it look better on lower settings
Nixxes and KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS have released patch 1.4 for the PC version of Death Stranding 2, introducing several improvements to graphics and stability. The update enhances image quality for textures on lower settings, expands sharpness control for upscaling, and fixes various bugs, including issues with water appearance and vignetting in Frame Generation.
Hurra! Nu blir det muttrar, bultar och spelhelg
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, including titles like Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts, The Lost Vikings, Pokémon FireRed, and Helldivers 2. Some express interest in newer games such as Pragmata and Death Stranding 2, while others revisit classics or explore indie titles.