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Horizon Steel Frontiers, the MMORPG Spinoff in PlayStation's Horizon Franchise, Is Expected to Launch First Half of 2027
NCSoft has announced that Horizon Steel Frontiers, an MMORPG spin-off of PlayStation's Horizon franchise, is slated for release in the first half of 2027. The game is expected to launch on PC.
New Report Shows PlayStation First-Party Game Sales Declining, But What’s The Full Story>
A report analyzing Sony's first-party game sales reveals a significant decline from FY20 to FY25, dropping from 58.4 million to 32.1 million units. While the number of releases has fluctuated, the analysis suggests the core issue is an increasing reliance on a few blockbuster franchises like God of War and Spider-Man, with fewer new titles emerging to fill the gap.
State of Play Confirmed for 2nd June, 60+ Minutes of Wolverine and PS5 Games
Sony has confirmed its next State of Play livestream will take place on June 2nd, featuring over an hour of content including Marvel's Wolverine. The showcase will include updates, announcements, and gameplay reveals from various studios for PlayStation 5 games.
Storydrivna PS5-spel blir Playstation-exklusiva, enligt uppgift
Sony's PlayStation division is reportedly shifting back to making narrative-driven, single-player games exclusive to its consoles. This change, confirmed by PlayStation CEO Hermen Hulst, means titles like Saros and Marvel's Wolverine may not be released on PC, unlike recent major releases such as God of War: Ragnarök and Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
PlayStation boss reportedly pivots on PC, says new singleplayer games will remain PS5-exclusive
PlayStation boss Hermen Hulst has reportedly informed staff that new singleplayer games from Sony Interactive Entertainment will remain exclusive to the PlayStation 5 console and will not be released on PC. This marks a shift from the company's previous strategy of bringing many first-party titles to PC after a period of console exclusivity. Online multiplayer games will continue to be released on multiple platforms.
How to Restart a Game You Haven't Played in Months | TAG
This guide provides a framework for adult gamers to re-engage with games they haven't played in months without restarting. It outlines a four-step process: auditing your save file, recapping the story in 15 minutes, playing a 30-minute test session, and then deciding whether to continue, restart, or abandon the game. Specific advice is offered for titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Elden Ring, Helldivers 2, and Cyberpunk 2077.
Bloodborne is Getting an Animated Adaptation With JackSepticEye’s Involvement
Sony Pictures is producing an R-rated animated adaptation of the PlayStation 4 game Bloodborne, with PlayStation Productions, Lyrical Animation, and YouTuber JackSepticEye (Seán McLoughlin) co-producing. While details are scarce, the adaptation aims to stay true to the game's gothic horror spirit and setting of Yharnam. This announcement comes as Sony continues to expand its video game intellectual properties into other media, with adaptations of The Last of Us, Helldivers, and Horizon also in development.
Opinion: Sony's 'Playerbase' Is a Weak and Weird Way to Celebrate PS5 Fans
Sony's new 'Playerbase' initiative, which offers fans a chance to have their likeness scanned for Gran Turismo 7 or potentially appear in other games, is criticized as a weak and unusual way to celebrate the PlayStation community. The author questions the transparency around data usage and suggests alternative methods like PS Stars for genuine fan recognition.
PlayStation Studios' Mobile Push Seems Dead as Layoff Reports Continue
Reports indicate that Sony's PlayStation Studios is significantly scaling back or potentially shutting down its mobile gaming division, with around 50 staff members reportedly laid off. This move casts doubt on the future of ongoing mobile projects like Horizon Steel Frontiers and Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble.
Sony shuts down Dark Outlaw Games and downsizes mobile games development as PlayStation continues to rethink plans
Sony Interactive Entertainment has shut down its newly formed studio Dark Outlaw Games and is downsizing its mobile game development division, affecting around 50 workers. This move signals a potential shift away from the mobile market and a return to focusing on large exclusive releases, possibly impacting the company's PC strategy.
There's a new Payday game, this time in VR
Payday: Aces High, a new virtual reality installment of the co-op heist franchise, is set to release for Meta Quest and SteamVR later this year. Developed by Fast Travel Games, it features four-player co-op, role specialization, and the series' signature gameplay loop of planning heists and upgrading gear. This release marks another major franchise experimenting with VR, following titles like Half-Life, Assassin's Creed, and Horizon.
Rumour: PlayStation Fans Could Be Building a LEGO PS1 Console This Christmas
A LEGO leaker suggests a new set featuring the original PlayStation console is planned for release in December 2026. The rumored set would include 1,911 pieces and cost around $159.99, following LEGO's recent trend of releasing video game-themed merchandise.
A LEGO PlayStation is Allegedly In The Works For 2026
A leak suggests LEGO is planning to release a brick-built replica of the original Sony PlayStation in December 2026 for $159.99. This potential set would follow previous LEGO console releases like the Atari 2600, NES, and Game Boy, and LEGO's existing video game-themed merchandise and games.
A Lego PlayStation Is Coming This Year, Report Claims
A report claims that Lego will release a 1,911-piece set of the original PlayStation console and controller in December 2026 for $160. This follows previous Lego sets based on Nintendo consoles like the NES and Game Boy, as well as Sony's Horizon franchise.
Highguard Shutdown Proves Sony’s Live-Service Strategy Is Failing
The shutdown of Highguard highlights Sony's struggling live-service strategy, with players and critics pointing to a market oversaturated with online-only games. This trend is blamed for studio layoffs and a lack of compelling single-player exclusives on PlayStation 5, despite the success of narrative-driven titles like The Last of Us and Elden Ring.
Sony Has Reportedly Returned to Console Exclusivity in Part Because Some Within PlayStation Are Worried That Releasing Games on PC May Hurt Sales of PS5 and Even PS6 - IGN
Sony is reportedly returning to a console exclusivity strategy for its single-player games, pulling back from PC releases due to concerns that PC versions may hurt PlayStation 5 and future PlayStation 6 sales. While online and live-service games will continue to be released on PC, including day-one releases for some titles, plans for games like Ghost of Yotei have been scrapped. This shift contrasts with Microsoft's multiplatform approach and may be influenced by perceived poor PC sales of PlayStation titles and the potential for PlayStation games to run on future Xbox consoles.
