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This gaming news roundup covers several topics including a discount on a Tomtoc Nintendo Switch 2 carrying case, Crimson Desert potentially coming to Switch 2 with some compromises, and Sonya Walger cast as Freya in Amazon's God of War series. It also touches on James Marsden's X-Men line, a server rack tossing competition, rumored 2026 game releases, an unofficial browser port of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, free mobile games from Epic Games Store, a Silent Hill F DLC for Fatal Frame 2 Remake, Dispatch coming to Xbox, and Saros being made easier than Returnal based on player feedback. Finally, it notes Netflix's recent price increase.
The Morning After: Sony and Honda’s debut EV is dead before it even arrived
Sony and Honda have officially discontinued their Afeela electric vehicle project, citing a review of their business direction. The companies are reportedly facing significant financial losses in the EV market. In other news, Hades 2 is coming to Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5, while Meta and YouTube were found negligent in a social media addiction lawsuit.
Amazon's God of War series finds its Queen of the Valkyries Freya in Lost and For All Mankind actress
Actress Sonya Walger has been cast as Freya in Amazon's upcoming live-action God of War series. Walger, known for her roles in Lost and For All Mankind, will play the Vanir goddess and former Queen of the Valkyries. The series has already been greenlit for a second season and will feature Mandy Patinkin as Odin and Ryan Hurst as Kratos.
Amazon's God of War TV Show Has Found Its Freya in Another Key Casting
Sonya Walger has been cast as Freya in Amazon's upcoming God of War television adaptation. Walger, known for her role in Lost, joins a cast that includes Ryan Hurst as Kratos and Callum Vinson as Atreus. The series is based on the popular Norse-inspired God of War games.
A Jak and Daxter Concept Pitch Was Shown to Sony, But It Never Happened | Console Creatures
Animator Travis Howe revealed a concept pitch for a Jak and Daxter remake, featuring a shot-for-shot modern animation of a scene from Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy. This fan pitch, created by a team at Sanzaru Games, was not commissioned by Sony and ultimately did not lead to a remake. Howe expressed pride in the animation and encouraged fans to voice their desire for a new Jak and Daxter game.
After that controversial first look, God of War TV show casts its Freya
Sonya Walger has been cast as Freya in the upcoming God of War television series for Prime Video. Walger is known for her roles in For All Mankind and Lost. This casting follows a controversial first look at the show.
Playing With History launches soon – Here’s how to get a copy
Playing With History, a book based on a popular feature series exploring historical video games, is launching soon. The book, featuring over 200 pages of new content and interviews, will be available physically and digitally. Late pledges are open on Kickstarter until a few days before shipping begins in late May 2026.
Sony is reportedly shutting down Dark Outlaw Games, run by former Call of Duty director
Sony is reportedly shutting down Dark Outlaw Games, a studio led by former Call of Duty director Jason Blundell. This closure is part of broader staff cuts at PlayStation focused on mobile development, signaling a retreat from live-service multiplayer games. Several other studios and projects have also been affected or canceled recently.
PlayStation are reportedly shuttering another first-party studio, this time from Call of Duty vet Jason Blundell
Sony Interactive Entertainment is reportedly shutting down Dark Outlaw Games, a studio founded last year by former Call of Duty lead Jason Blundell. The company is also making cuts in mobile development, laying off approximately 50 people. This follows recent closures of other first-party studios like Bluepoint Games.
Former God of War dev thinks "the plan was to do Egyptian at some point," but Sony Santa Monica went with Norse mythology for the reboot as it was "familiar but not familiar"
Original God of War programmer Tim Moss confirmed that Sony Santa Monica considered using Egyptian mythology for the 2018 reboot before opting for Norse mythology. Unused assets from God of War Ragnarok also hinted at a potential Egyptian direction for the series.
OG God of War devs didn't expect the PS2 classic to take 4 years to make, but they "didn't know any better" and "crunched like motherf***ers"
Original God of War developers at Sony Santa Monica Studio did not anticipate the PS2 classic would take four years to complete, admitting to intense crunch periods due to youth and enthusiasm. While crunch is now largely discouraged, the article reflects on the extended development times of early titles compared to modern games and the ongoing discussion about work-life balance in the industry.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PC Peaks at Nearly 56,000 Concurrent Steam Players
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has achieved a strong launch on PC, peaking at nearly 56,000 concurrent players on Steam, significantly outperforming the original game and its Director's Cut. The game also boasts an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' user review score. This success contrasts with other PlayStation Studios titles on PC, such as Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut and God of War, which had lower peak player counts.
Crimson Desert review: "Take time to leave the beaten path and you'll find a game that's far better as a sandbox than as a story"
Crimson Desert is a vast and ambitious open-world action RPG that excels as a sandbox despite a messy story and inconsistent mechanics. While boss fights can be frustrating and the narrative is difficult to invest in, the sheer amount of diverse activities and the visually stunning world make it a compelling experience for those willing to overlook its flaws.
Sony Is Still Updating the PS3, Nearly 20 Years Later
Alanah Pearce, a former writer at Sony Santa Monica who worked on God of War Ragnarök, has commented on the sex minigames present in the earlier God of War titles. She provided further details regarding their inclusion in the series.
Boss of GTA 6 Owner Take-Two Says the Idea That AI Tools Will Mean Everyone Can Create Video Game Hits 'Doesn’t Stand to Reason' - IGN
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick dismisses the notion that AI tools will enable individuals to create hit video games, calling the idea "laughable." While acknowledging AI's potential as a creation tool, he emphasizes that human creativity and engagement are essential for developing successful and engaging interactive worlds, contrasting this with the rapid launch of numerous games that fail to become hits.
God of War Sons of Sparta Review - Thumb Culture
God of War Sons of Sparta, a 2D Metroidvania-inspired side-scroller and prequel to the God of War series, was shadow dropped on February 12th, 2026, coinciding with the franchise's 20th anniversary. The game is available on PlayStation platforms.
God of War: Sons of Sparta Review – Kratos’ Most Forgettable Adventure
God of War: Sons of Sparta is a retro-inspired Metroidvania prequel that struggles to capture the series' signature spectacle and brutality. While competently made by Mega Cat Studios and Sony Santa Monica, the game features a forgettable Kratos and a lack of bombastic combat, earning it a 3 out of 5 rating. The pixel art and soundtrack are highlights, but the overall experience is deemed unremarkable.
PlayStation Launches Official Website for Naughty Dog’s Intergalactic
PlayStation has launched the official website for Naughty Dog's upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. This move signals the start of a marketing campaign for the studio's first foray into science fiction, following their success with The Last of Us and Uncharted series. The website launch suggests the game is progressing well and may be revealed further in upcoming PlayStation events.
Marathon Launch Review: Bungie’s extraction shooter is a hostile beast worth taming | VGC
Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon, is described as a hostile but rewarding experience. The article touches on the broader gaming landscape, criticizing excessive negativity towards both live service and single-player titles, and uses examples like Destiny, God of War, and The Last of Us to illustrate points about game development and player reception.
God of War Sons of Sparta review: How do you do, fellow Spartans?
This review discusses Sony's new direction for the God of War series, specifically referencing 'Sons of Sparta'. The article touches upon the game's departure from its established formula.