God of War: Ascension
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Sony Interactive Entertainment to pay $7.85 million settlement regarding digital game prices
Sony Interactive Entertainment has agreed to a $7.85 million settlement in a class action lawsuit alleging anticompetitive conduct related to digital game prices on PlayStation. The lawsuit claimed SIE's actions, including stopping third-party retailers from selling digital codes, led to consumers paying higher prices between April 2019 and December 2023. Sony denies any wrongdoing, and the court has not ruled on the merits of the claims.
What We Played – Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok, The Mound & Black Flag. Again.
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing Granblue Fantasy: Relink on Nintendo Switch, Sonic Battle on Game Boy Advance SP, and Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Other titles mentioned include Silent Hill 2, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, God of War: Ascension, The Mound, Moonlight Peak, XCOM 2, Balatro, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Red Dead Redemption 2, Echoes of Aincrad, Destiny 2, Split Fiction, Heave Ho 2, and 33 Immortals.
What We Played – Iron Nest, Black Flag Resynced & Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing Granblue Fantasy Relink, Iron Nest, and Rise of the Tomb Raider. Others delved into titles like Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth, God of War: Ascension, and Silent Hill 2, with one person expressing anticipation for a potential Silent Hill 1 remake. The article also mentions experiences with Black Flag Resynced, Bellwright, Balatro, Human Fall Flat, 33 Immortals, and the original Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War.
What We Played – Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Beastro & Silent Hill 2
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Beastro, and Silent Hill 2. Others have been engaging with Elden Ring mods, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, God of War: Ascension, and various indie titles like Balatro and Gecko Gods.
Something for the Weekend – 27/06/26
This week's gaming news was dominated by Grand Theft Auto 6, with pre-orders going live and details about the Ultimate Edition and digital-only physical copies revealed. Other news includes Bungie layoffs, SteamOS availability on PCs, and price increases for Xbox Series consoles. Several games received reviews, including Zero Parades: For Dead Spies and Gothic 1 Remake, while previews were offered for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy.
What We Played – Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, God of War: Ascension & Trail Out
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing through Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Jurassic Evolution 3: Rebirth DLC, and Marvel Rivals. Others discussed titles like Trail Out on PlayStation 5, God of War: Ascension, and various early access games such as Kromlech and Bellwright.
PS3 emulation may not be viable until PS6 according to tech analysis, and Xbox Project Helix might even do it first
A technical analysis suggests that robust PlayStation 3 emulation may not be feasible on console hardware until the PlayStation 6 generation, primarily due to the complexity of the PS3's Cell processor. While some PS3 games run well on a jailbroken PlayStation 5 via Linux, others struggle significantly. Microsoft's Xbox platform, potentially through a PC-like 'Project Helix,' might offer a viable emulation solution sooner.
New Gran Turismo 7 update is the live service success Sony keeps ignoring
Gran Turismo 7 is presented as a successful live service model for Sony, despite not being officially branded as such. The game continues to receive frequent updates with new cars and events, contributing to significant sales figures on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, and generating revenue through microtransactions. This success is contrasted with Sony's broader struggles in launching its own live service titles, suggesting a need for the company to learn from its existing successful games rather than forcing the model onto other franchises.
God Of War Trilogy Remake Release Date Speculation, Trailers, And Everything Else We Know
Sony has announced a remake of the original God of War trilogy, which includes God of War, God of War 2, and God of War 3. TC Carson will reprise his role as Kratos, having last voiced the character in God of War: Ascension. The remake is in early development by Sony Santa Monica, with no release date or specific platforms confirmed beyond a likely PlayStation 5 release.
God of War Review | Giant Bomb
The 2018 God of War reboot successfully evolves the franchise by shifting from Greek to Nordic mythology and focusing on a more mature narrative centered on Kratos and his son, Atreus. While the combat and exploration have been overhauled with an over-the-shoulder perspective and a more open world, the game retains the series' signature intensity and visual splendor, making it the best entry to date.
God of War Review
This review discusses the evolution of the God of War franchise, highlighting the shift from Greek to Norse mythology and Kratos' character development. The new combat system, over-the-shoulder camera, and open-world exploration are praised, though the customization system is noted as feeling underdeveloped. Despite minor flaws, the game is considered the best entry in the series due to its engaging narrative, improved gameplay, and stunning visuals.