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God Of War’s Laufey Collector’s Edition Leaves One Important Thing Out: The Game
Sony revealed the God of War Laufey Collector's Edition, a merchandise-only set costing £130 that includes a statue and art book but notably excludes the game itself. This follows a trend of publishers releasing high-margin collector's items separate from the game, such as Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto 6 collector's edition. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming God of War TV series and casting changes.
Sony announces new Midnight Black PS5 for GTA 6 launch but there's a problem
Sony Interactive Entertainment is releasing a new Midnight Black PlayStation 5 Digital Edition console exclusively in Japan on November 19, 2026, coinciding with the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6. This region-locked console will be significantly cheaper than current models available elsewhere. Sony also reiterated its plan to cease production of physical game discs after 2027.
Sony announces cheaper Midnight Black PS5 to launch alongside GTA 6, it's just a shame we won't be able to buy…
Sony has announced a new Midnight Black PlayStation 5 digital edition, but it will be region-locked to Japan and require a Japanese system language and account. Launching on November 19 alongside Grand Theft Auto 6, the console costs 55,000 yen. While console covers are available separately, obtaining the full console outside of Japan would involve significant effort and limitations.
The God of War Laufey Collector's Edition is the latest to release without the game itself, and that's going down just as well as you'd expect following Sony's call to ditch PlayStation discs
Sony is continuing the trend of releasing expensive collector's editions without the actual game, exemplified by the upcoming God of War Laufey Collector Box. This edition, priced at £130 in the UK, includes a statue, artbook, and oracle deck but no game or download code, drawing criticism from fans already unhappy with the company's move away from physical discs.
GTA 6 Fans Celebrate as Cyberleek Cryptocurrency Crashes Hard
Fans of Grand Theft Auto 6 are celebrating the significant crash of the Cyberleek memecoin, which was reportedly part of a scheme by a leaker. The cryptocurrency's downfall has thwarted the leaker's financial plans.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Hacker Threatens Further Leaks
A group known as "Cyberleek" is threatening to leak a full playable build of Grand Theft Auto 6 unless Take-Two Interactive reverses its digital-only release plans and issues a public apology. The group has been promoting its own cryptocurrency alongside leaked gameplay footage, which has seen its value fluctuate. Rockstar Games has expressed heartbreak over previous leaks and has not yet responded to Cyberleek's latest demands.
The best early Black Friday PS5 deals in Australia for 2026: the biggest Sony savings so far
This article discusses the upcoming Black Friday deals for the PlayStation 5 in Australia, noting that Sony's move towards digital-only games starting in 2028 and recent price hikes may dampen enthusiasm. The author emphasizes the importance of these sales for acquiring physical games before they become obsolete and highlights potential discounts on major titles and accessories like headsets and controllers.
Games Inbox: What is the next FromSoftware game?
Readers discuss upcoming game releases like The Duskbloods and Phantom Blade Zero, express concerns about Activision's Call of Duty franchise, and praise the unique experience of Big Walk. There are also requests for PlayStation 3 repair services and commentary on EA's acquisition history and the impact of AI on game emulation.
Ahead of GTA 6, Rockstar narrative lead says the American Dream previous Grand Theft Auto games were critical of is "more modest now" but still "out of reach for the average person"
Rockstar Games narrative lead Imran Humphries discussed how the American Dream theme in Grand Theft Auto 6 will reflect its current state, noting it's more modest but still out of reach for many. He contrasted this with the themes explored in Grand Theft Auto 4 and Grand Theft Auto 5, suggesting the dream has become less about wild success and more about basic financial stability.
Elon Musk dressing up as Wario for SNL "did not go over well" at Nintendo, ex-marketing leads say: "That…
Former Nintendo marketing leads revealed that Elon Musk's 2021 appearance on Saturday Night Live dressed as Wario was poorly received by the company. The skit, which involved Wario defending himself in court, was considered out of left field and did not align with Nintendo's brand or characters, unlike a more recent SNL sketch that poked fun at game release dates.
SNL's viral Zelda: Ocarina of Time vs GTA 6 sketch probably went down fine at Nintendo, former marketing leads say, even if it framed Link as being "for nerds"
Former Nintendo marketing leads Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang believe Nintendo would have a positive internal reaction to the recent Saturday Night Live sketch comparing The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time to Grand Theft Auto 6. Despite the sketch framing Link as 'for nerds,' they argue that Nintendo would appreciate the game being positioned as a significant title alongside GTA 6, and that the audience's loud reaction to Zelda in the sketch ultimately undermined the joke.
The New Squadron 42 Trailer Looks Great, But That 2027 Release Date Is Hard To Believe
A new trailer for Squadron 42, the single-player mode of Star Citizen, showcases its star-studded cast and gameplay, but a Q2 2027 release window has raised skepticism. Developed by Cloud Imperium Games and led by Chris Roberts, the ambitious space combat and action title has been in development for 12 years and has raised over $1 billion through crowdfunding, including expensive in-game ship sales. Recent livestreams have also been marred by bugs, further fueling concerns about the project's progress.
"So f****** peak" - Fan who made incredible Lego GTA 6 set is at it again with the perfect PlayStation diorama
A fan known as hachiroku24, who previously created a Lego Grand Theft Auto 6 set, has now built an impressive Final Fantasy 7 diorama that sits atop the new Lego PlayStation set. The diorama features key characters and elements from Final Fantasy 7, with some pieces appearing to grow out of the console itself.
‘I hope Sony takes notice’: Nintendo says it has ‘no plans’ to ditch physical media as GTA 6…
Nintendo has stated it has no current plans to abandon physical game media, with Vice President & General Manager of Nintendo Latin America, Bill van Zyll, emphasizing that the company follows consumer preference. This contrasts with Sony's stated goal to move away from physical releases entirely by 2028. While Nintendo remains committed to physical for now, the article notes the industry's overall shift towards digital distribution, citing Take-Two Interactive's CEO on the prevalence of digital sales.
PS5 can now run physical PS2 game discs with vibe-coded emulator
A jailbroken PlayStation 5 can now run physical PlayStation 2 game discs using a ported PC emulator, PCSX2, and AI. While not officially supported by Sony, this development allows for playing a selection of PS2 titles on the current console. This project highlights the growing impact of AI on video game emulation and preservation efforts.
Group behind GTA 6 leaks threatens to release alleged full build of game including story mode
The group responsible for the Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks has threatened to release a full build of the game, including its story mode, if their associated memecoin reaches a market cap of $30 million. Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive Software are taking legal action, filing subpoenas against Microsoft, Discord, and X to identify the leakers. Rockstar expressed heartbreak over the leaks, stating it was not how they intended players to see the game.
Despite new GTA 6 leaks, Cyberleek's cryptocurrency remains over $20 million short of its goal amid threats to…
Despite ongoing leaks of Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay, the associated cryptocurrency, Cyberleek, has failed to reach its $30 million market cap goal. The leaker, who demanded physical copies and an apology, has seen their coin's value drop significantly, raising questions about their ability to fulfill their threats and avoid Rockstar Games' attention.
Nintendo has "no plans to ditch physical games," exec says amid PlayStation disc backlash: "We go off of…
Nintendo's vice president Bill van Zyll stated the company has no plans to abandon physical media, contrasting with Sony's decision to end disc support for new PlayStation games in 2028. Van Zyll emphasized Nintendo's agnostic approach, considering consumer preference and the continued support for physical games on the Nintendo Switch.
Cyberleek threatens to release entire GTA 6 game online for free
A hacker known as Cyberleek is threatening to release a playable build of Grand Theft Auto 6 online for free unless Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive issue a public apology and release a physical version of the game. The leaker has already shared new gameplay footage, including nudity, and claims to possess the entire story mode. This threat comes amid existing animosity towards Rockstar for opting for a digital-only release.
Latest Leaked GTA 6 Video Shows Lucia Fully Naked, Sparks Fan Skepticism
A leaker has reportedly released another unauthorized gameplay video for Grand Theft Auto 6, allegedly showing the character Lucia naked to promote a crypto scheme. However, skepticism is high, with some suspecting the footage uses developer builds or cheats rather than representing the final game.