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Destiny 2 enters maintenance mode after its final update, Monument of Triumph, launching June 9
Bungie announced that Destiny 2 will enter maintenance mode on June 9, 2026, following the release of its final live-service content update, Monument of Triumph. While active development will conclude, the game will remain playable. This transition marks Bungie's shift in focus towards incubating new games, including Marathon.
Destiny 2 Support Ending After 9 Years, Sony Dev Bungie to Focus on a 'New Beginning'
Bungie announced that active development on Destiny 2 will cease on June 9th, after nearly a decade of support. While the game will remain online, there will be no further content updates or live service support as the studio shifts focus to incubating new games, potentially including Destiny 3. Sony, which acquired Bungie for $3.5 billion in 2022, has reportedly written off over $750 million of its value.
Destiny 2 Is Getting Last Content Update Soon As Bungie Moves Onto Its Next Big Game
Bungie announced that the final live-service content update for Destiny 2 will be released on June 9, 2026, marking the end of nearly nine years of support. The studio is shifting its focus to its next games, including the extraction shooter Marathon, while ensuring Destiny 2 remains playable. Bungie was acquired by Sony in 2022.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Witchfire
The latest issue of PC Gamer magazine features world-exclusive access to Witchfire, the dark fantasy RPG shooter from The Astronauts, ahead of its version 1.0 launch. The issue also includes previews of The Expanse: Osiris Reborn and other upcoming games, along with reviews for titles like Crimson Desert and Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred. Additionally, it covers PC gaming's best MMOs, ergonomic PC gear, and delves into the legacy of ZQuest Classic.
Other PlayStation Exclusives Will Show Up During June 2nd State of Play – Rumor
A rumor suggests that upcoming PlayStation exclusives beyond Marvel's Wolverine will be featured in the June 2nd State of Play. While details are scarce, other titles like a potential new God of War game and Bungie's Marathon are speculated to appear. Marvel's Wolverine is confirmed for the showcase and is slated for a 2026 release.
PlayStation State of Play 2026 Set for June 2nd
Sony will host its PlayStation State of Play showcase on June 2nd at 5 PM Eastern, featuring over 60 minutes of updates and reveals. The event will include gameplay for Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, which is set to release on PlayStation 5 on September 15th. Other anticipated titles include Marathon, Gran Turismo 7, Helldivers 2, and Marvel's Tokon: Fighting Souls.
PlayStation just announced a new State of Play, and it'll be over an hour long
Sony announced a new PlayStation State of Play broadcast scheduled for June 2nd, featuring an hour-long showcase with updates on upcoming PlayStation 5 games, including a closer look at Marvel's Wolverine. The event will also cover news and gameplay reveals for other titles. This announcement comes amidst reports of Sony potentially reducing PC releases of its exclusive games and recent price increases for PlayStation Plus.
State of Play Announced for June 2nd, Includes New Look at Marvel’s Wolverine
Sony announced the next State of Play presentation will air on June 2nd, featuring over 60 minutes of game updates and reveals. The showcase will include a closer look at Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, with details on combat and potential pricing. Other anticipated titles like Naughty Dog's Intergalactic, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Fairgame$ may also be featured.
Marathon Update 1.0.9 patch notes add Warden Hunts and XP boosts
Bungie has released update 1.0.9 for their upcoming game Marathon, introducing new features such as Warden Hunts and experience point boosts. The update aims to enhance player progression and engagement with new content.
Habitual Destiny 2 players are feeling lost amid latest drought and Bungie’s Marathon focus
Long-time Destiny 2 players are expressing feelings of being lost due to the current content drought and Bungie's apparent focus on their upcoming game, Marathon. This has led to discussions about the future of the Destiny franchise, with some players questioning if it's time for Destiny 3.
Morning Patches
Bungie has released update 1.0.9 for Marathon, with news also highlighting a major update for Tavern Keeper. The article also mentions unofficial game patches and mods, including a new mod for Crimson Desert.
Sony Reportedly Making Single Player Games Exclusive To PlayStation Again
Sony is reportedly shifting back to making its prestige single-player narrative games exclusive to PlayStation consoles, reversing a trend that saw titles like Horizon Zero Dawn and God of War ported to PC. This change, according to a report citing PlayStation studio business CEO Hermen Hulst, will not affect multiplayer-first games like Marathon. While some externally developed titles may still see PC releases, the move comes amid a changing console market and potential diminishing returns on PC ports.
Sony Is Looking To Keep More Single-Player Games On PlayStation & Faces Hacking Concerns
Sony is reportedly shifting its strategy to keep more single-player games exclusive to the PlayStation 5, reversing a trend of multi-platform releases for titles like Ghost of Yotei and the upcoming Saros. This move aims to strengthen the PlayStation brand and console sales, though it coincides with recent hacking concerns where user accounts are being compromised through social engineering tactics targeting PSN IDs and old transaction data.
Nintendo has just announced Wario Ware-like game Pictonico! for mobile phones, and it looks absolutely bonkers
Nintendo has announced Pictonico!, a new mobile game developed with Intelligent Systems that is heavily inspired by Wario Ware. The free-to-start title will feature photo-based minigames and will be released on iOS and Android on May 28th, with additional game volumes available for purchase. Separately, reports indicate Sony is ending its practice of releasing PlayStation single-player narrative games on PC, with titles like Marvel's Wolverine expected to remain exclusive to the PlayStation 5.
Sony reportedly confirms it's ditching PC versions of its single-player PS5 games
Sony is reportedly ending its practice of bringing single-player PlayStation 5 games to PC, according to PlayStation Studios boss Hermen Hulst. This strategic shift aims to bolster console exclusivity and brand identity, with titles like Marvel's Wolverine and Intergalactic: The Heretic Project expected to remain console-only. Multiplayer games are not affected by this change.
PlayStation exclusives remoured to no longer launch on PC
Sony Interactive Entertainment is reportedly reversing its strategy of releasing PlayStation single-player games on PC. Citing concerns over brand damage and declining PC sales, the company plans to keep future narrative titles exclusive to PlayStation consoles, including the PlayStation 5. While multiplayer games like Marathon and Marvel's Wolverine are still expected to launch on PC, titles such as Ghost of Yotei and Saros will remain console exclusives.
Poll: Sony's Killing Its PS5 PC Ports - But Do You Agree with Its Decision?
Sony is reportedly ending PC ports for its single-player first-party games, continuing only with live service titles and select second-party projects. This decision, confirmed by Bloomberg journalist Jason Schreier following an internal town hall, aims to bolster the appeal of its PlayStation ecosystem, despite PC sales representing a small fraction of overall revenue. The move comes as game development costs escalate and exclusives remain a key factor for hardware purchasing decisions.
'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.
Fanatical’s May Madness Sale Has Discounts On Dozens Of Brand New PC Games
Fanatical is holding its annual May Madness sale until May 31, featuring discounts on over 10,000 digital PC games, including new releases and preorders. Notable deals include Resident Evil Requiem, Crimson Desert, and Starfield Premium Edition. Many games are redeemable on Steam, with some available on GOG or Epic Games Store.
Sony Ends PC Ports for First-Party Single-Player Games, Confirms PlayStation Leadership
Sony Interactive Entertainment has confirmed it will cease releasing internally developed single-player games on PC, reversing a strategy that began in 2020. While multiplayer and live-service titles will continue to launch on PC, major exclusives like God of War and The Last of Us Part I will now remain console-exclusive to PlayStation 5. This shift aligns Sony's strategy more closely with Nintendo's approach to platform exclusivity.