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'It Should Be Free to Play Online Games': PS Plus Price Squeeze Taken to Task by PS5 Owners
Sony is increasing the prices for one-month and three-month PlayStation Plus Essential subscriptions starting May 20, 2026, while keeping annual plans unchanged. This move is seen as an attempt to encourage longer-term commitments and potentially monetize the existing player base, despite the company posting record profits. The article questions the necessity of paid online services in 2026, especially when PC gaming offers free online multiplayer for many titles.
Unreal Engine 5.8 gets new Lumen mode to improve performance on handhelds, should benefit Nintendo Switch 2
Unreal Engine 5.8 introduces a new Lumen mode designed to improve performance and target 60 FPS on current-gen handheld consoles, potentially benefiting the Nintendo Switch 2. This update aims to enhance global illumination quality while maintaining art direction, addressing previous performance struggles with the engine's features on various platforms.
Voice Chat Safety: The Practical Guide for Online Gamers (2026) | TAG
This guide provides practical advice for online gamers on managing voice chat safety in 2026, addressing the uneven implementation of AI monitoring across various games. It details different voice chat configurations like 'Voice Off,' 'Party-Only Voice,' 'Push-to-Talk,' and 'Open Mic, Active Muting,' and offers specific settings for popular titles such as Call of Duty, Valorant, and Fortnite. The article also discusses the privacy implications of voice chat and recommends using platforms like Discord as a safer alternative for communication.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Fortnite has announced a new crossover event featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu. An official trailer for a Watch Party Island related to this collaboration has been released.
D4vd's League of Legends Arcane song seemingly removed from the official soundtrack on Spotify
Riot Games has seemingly removed D4vd's song 'Remember Me' from the official Spotify soundtrack for Arcane Season 2 following the artist's arrest and murder charges. The song, which played a significant role in the show's narrative, is no longer present on the streaming platform. This action mirrors similar decisions by fashion brands and other artists to distance themselves from the musician.
Multiplayer Just Got More Expensive On PlayStation Thanks To PS Plus Price Hike
Sony is increasing the prices for new PlayStation Plus subscribers in select regions starting May 20, with monthly and three-month subscriptions seeing a price hike. While current subscribers are largely unaffected unless they reside in Turkey or India, rejoining after a lapse will incur the new rates. This follows previous price increases for PlayStation 5 consoles.
Fortnite players get a 10-minute sneak peek of The Mandalorian and Grogu on May 19
Fortnite players received a 10-minute sneak peek of the upcoming film The Mandalorian and Grogu. The exclusive in-game event offered a preview ahead of the movie's official theatrical release on May 22.
SEGA cancels billion-dollar “super game” project
SEGA has officially canceled its ambitious "Super Game" initiative, a large-scale live-service ecosystem intended to compete with titles like Fortnite and Roblox. The project, which involved significant investment and restructuring, was quietly confirmed in SEGA Sammy Holdings' fiscal year 2026 earnings presentation. The cancellation reflects a broader industry shift away from chasing live-service trends due to market saturation and intense competition, with SEGA reportedly refocusing on its successful premium game franchises.
The Epic Games Mega Sale is now on with weekly free games
The Epic Games Mega Sale has begun, offering discounts of up to 75% on PC games until June 11. The sale also features weekly free game giveaways, with Sunderfolk and Batman: The Telltale Series Shadows Edition available until May 21. Several highlighted titles include Stellar Blade, Cyberpunk 2077, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition.
PS5's New Weekly Player Tracker Has Revealed Some Brutal Truths for Fans
Sony's new PlayStation 5 weekly player tracker reveals that live service games dominate player engagement, with titles like Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto 5 showing significantly higher player numbers than other games. This data highlights the importance of ongoing content updates and microtransactions for sustained player interest and profitability on the platform.
The Fortnite/Overwatch crossover means we're talking about Tracer's butt again
A crossover event between Fortnite and Overwatch has reignited discussions about Tracer's character model, specifically her posterior. This echoes a controversy from Overwatch's early days, where changes to her victory pose led to fan debate about her proportions. The article speculates whether Epic Games intentionally altered Tracer's appearance for the Fortnite version.
Fortnite’s Overwatch Butt-Buffing Conspiracy Theory Goes All The Way To The Very Bottom
A conspiracy theory has resurfaced regarding Tracer's victory pose in Overwatch, with players claiming her character model's posterior was reduced in size. Recent Fortnite skins featuring Overwatch characters, including Tracer, appear to show her original, larger proportions, reigniting the decade-old debate. Blizzard Entertainment has not yet commented on the matter.
CS2 Safety Score: Toxicity, the Overwatch System, and Whether It Actually Works (2026) | TAG
Counter-Strike 2 receives a low safety score due to significant toxicity and a lack of transparency in its moderation systems, including the Overwatch system. Despite its technical brilliance and competitive depth, issues like identity-based harassment and community complaints about inadequate moderation persist. Valve's opaque approach to Trust Factor, VACnet, and the restricted Overwatch system contributes to player concerns, leading many to opt for third-party platforms like FACEIT for a better competitive experience.
Overwatch adds more loot boxes to ‘one-off’ 10th anniversary following complaints
Following player complaints about lackluster rewards, Blizzard Entertainment is increasing the number of loot boxes available during Overwatch's 10th anniversary event. Game director Aaron Keller acknowledged the feedback and stated that while the current event is a one-off, the team plans to deliver more rewards throughout the year, including an additional season-long event.
Overwatch adds more loot boxes to ‘one-off’ 10th anniversary following complaints
Following player complaints about lackluster rewards during its 10th-anniversary event, Blizzard Entertainment is increasing the number of loot boxes players can earn. Game director Aaron Keller acknowledged the feedback and stated that while the current event is a one-off, the studio plans to offer more rewards throughout the year, including an additional season-long event.
GamesRadar has decamped to Kyoto to bring you some killer world premieres and trailers straight out of BitSummit Punch…
GamesRadar is covering Japan's BitSummit Punch 2026, presenting a "BitSummit Punch Mixtape" showcase featuring interviews, trailers, and world premieres. The 60-minute event will air on May 26. The article also includes a poll from PC Gamer asking readers which video game they want to see adapted into a movie next, with options including Arc Raiders, Deus Ex, Fortnite, Diablo, The Sims, and Baldur's Gate 3.
10 years after Overwatch’s launch, Tracer’s butt is a hot topic all over again
A discussion resurfaced regarding the character design of Tracer from Overwatch, specifically her posterior, following her inclusion in Fortnite. This controversy, which first emerged in 2016, has been reignited due to Tracer's appearance in Fortnite featuring seemingly larger glutes than in the original Overwatch game. The article notes that this collaboration has overshadowed Overwatch's 10th-anniversary in-game event.
The hangover kicks in after a decade of games-as-a-service obsession | Opinion
Sony and Sega's recent financial results highlight the significant costs and underperformance associated with the games-as-a-service (GaaS) trend, including substantial impairments on acquisitions like Bungie and Rovio. In contrast, Capcom continues to achieve record profits by focusing on traditional premium game releases, suggesting a potential strategic shift back towards established business models within the industry.
Fortnite's Overwatch collab "vastly outshines" Blizzard's "lackluster" 10th Anniversary event, envious players say: "Epic just made Blizz look absolutely pathetic"
Overwatch players are expressing disappointment that Fortnite's collaboration event for Overwatch is perceived as superior to Blizzard's own 10th-anniversary celebration. The Fortnite crossover introduced Overwatch characters as skins and incorporated iconic locations into the battle royale mode, while the official anniversary event features recolored skins for the original cast, leading to fan sentiment that Epic Games' execution outshines Blizzard's efforts.
Fortnite's Overwatch Butt-Buffing Conspiracy Theory Goes All The Way To The Very Bottom
A conspiracy theory regarding Tracer's appearance in Fortnite, specifically concerning her character model's proportions, has resurfaced. Players noted that Tracer's in-game model in Fortnite appears to have reverted to an earlier, seemingly larger, version of her physique, reigniting discussions that began nearly a decade ago when her original victory pose was altered by Blizzard. This has led to significant player engagement and discussion online, contrasting with the reception of other recent Fortnite character additions.
