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Lego Batman actor doubles down on Solid Snake comparisons by teaming up with Metal Gear star David Hayter himself and…
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight actor Shai Matheson teamed up with Metal Gear's Solid Snake voice actor David Hayter to address comparisons between their characters' voices. Matheson made a video with Hayter, who humorously acknowledged the similarity while also praising Matheson's Batman performance.
Current PS Plus Subscribers Screwed Again by Days of Play Discounts
Sony's annual Days of Play promotion is once again excluding current PlayStation Plus subscribers from discounts on their existing membership tiers. The offer, valid from May 27th to June 10th, 2026, only applies to new subscribers or those upgrading to a higher tier, a policy that has drawn criticism in previous years. This follows recent price increases across all PlayStation Plus tiers.
Now It's Raised the Price, PlayStation Wants Your Thoughts on PS Plus
Sony has begun surveying PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 users about their satisfaction with the PlayStation Plus service following recent price increases across all three membership tiers. The survey aims to gather feedback on various features, including game access, online multiplayer, discounts, and cloud storage, to help improve the service. This comes after a user poll indicated that a majority of users do not consider the base PS Plus Essential tier to be good value for money.
Retro Gaming in 2026: The Complete Guide to Playing Classic Games Legally | TAG
This guide explores legal options for playing retro games in 2026, noting that only 13.27% of classic US games released before 2010 are still commercially available. It details subscription services like Nintendo Switch Online and PlayStation Plus Premium, digital storefronts such as GOG and Steam, and physical collector's options including Analogue and Evercade hardware. The article also addresses the legalities of emulation, emphasizing that while emulators are legal, downloading ROMs for games one does not own is copyright infringement.
Steam canonizes the Vampire Survivors subgenre that’s spawned a million clones
The article discusses how Vampire Survivors has effectively canonized a subgenre of roguelike games, leading to numerous clones. The author, a freelance writer for various gaming publications, expresses a personal interest in PS2-era titles that rarely receive sequels.
I won’t buy a PS6 unless Sony bring back lost feature from the PS4 - Reader’s Feature
A long-time PlayStation fan expresses dissatisfaction with Sony's direction, stating they will not purchase the PlayStation 6 unless beloved features like backwards compatibility and an internet browser are reinstated. The reader highlights the removal of features since the PlayStation 3 era and contrasts Sony's current offerings with those of the Xbox Series X.
This Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding merch is enough to unite all Hideo Kojima fans
This article discusses the wide range of merchandise available for fans of Hideo Kojima's iconic games, including Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding. It highlights items such as Kojima Productions shirts, Metal Gear Solid mouse mats, and figures from Death Stranding 2, catering to dedicated fans.
New Steam Controller does a Wilhelm scream if you drop it
Valve's new Steam Controller features an unexpected Easter egg: it emits the Wilhelm scream sound effect when dropped. This is achieved through the controller's haptic motors, as it lacks a built-in speaker. The article also touches on delays for the Steam Machine and VR headset due to a memory crisis.
Metal Gear Series Reaches 66.1 Million Sales, Silent Hill Series Tops 17.1 Million
Konami announced that the Metal Gear franchise has sold 66.1 million units worldwide as of March 2026, boosted by the release of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. The Silent Hill franchise has reached 17.1 million sales, with Silent Hill f contributing to this figure. Upcoming titles like Townfall are expected to further drive sales for both series.
Devil May Cry showrunner thinks most video game movie announcements "won't come to fruition" or will be…
The showrunner for the Devil May Cry series believes that many announced video game movie and TV adaptations will not be completed or will fall short of expectations. He notes that while there's a surge in announcements, the actual production faces corporate hurdles and the risk of becoming mere brand extensions rather than quality content.
Legendary Video Game Concert "Heroes" And Composer Akira Akira Yamaoko Arriving To Toronto This
The "Heroes: A Video Game Symphony" concert is coming to Toronto on September 17, featuring music from various iconic video games and special guest composer Akira Yamaoka, known for his work on Silent Hill. The orchestral experience aims to take the audience on a hero's journey through music and accompanying visuals.
5 Quietly Great Games We Played in April That Didn't Trend on Twitter
This article highlights five lesser-known games released in April 2026 that offer significant quality despite minimal mainstream attention. Titles like the visual novel Fishbowl, the relaxing adventure The Gecko Gods, the quirky cooking game KuloNiku: Bowl Up!, the unique octopus stealth game Darwin's Paradox, and the action platformer ChainStaff are recommended for players seeking engaging experiences outside of major releases.
Valve boss Gabe Newell set up Hideo Kojima with a SpaceX tour after Death Stranding showcase because "he was talking about how much he wants to go into space"
Valve boss Gabe Newell arranged for Hideo Kojima to receive a tour of SpaceX facilities after Kojima expressed a strong desire to go to space. Emails revealed during a lawsuit show Newell offering to connect Kojima with Elon Musk, who agreed to the visit. Kojima has repeatedly stated his ambition to create games in space.
Sony's Legendary 1995 PlayStation Price Reveal Still Gives Gamers Goosebumps | HappyGamer
A Reddit post has resurfaced memories of Sony's legendary PlayStation price reveal at E3 1995, where Bernie Stolar announced the console for $299, undercutting the Sega Saturn's $399 price. This strategic move is credited with significantly impacting the console war and establishing the PlayStation brand.
Snake voice actor David Hayter was befuddled by Metal Gear Solid's convoluted plot: 'I'd be like 'what does this mean?' and they'd say 'just say it''
Voice actor David Hayter, known for his roles as Solid Snake and Big Boss, expressed confusion over the convoluted plot of the Metal Gear Solid series. In a recent interview, Hayter admitted that even he, as the actor delivering the lines, would often question the meaning of the dialogue, with the creative team simply instructing him to say it. He also discussed the possibility of the series continuing without Hideo Kojima's direct involvement.
Snake Actor David Hayter Doesn't Understand All Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear Solid Story Either
Voice actor David Hayter, known for his role as Solid Snake, admits he also finds Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear Solid narratives confusing. This sentiment suggests that the complex storytelling of the series is not easily understood, even by those deeply involved in its creation.
Metal Gear Solid Voice Actor Doesn’t Understand “All Of” the Story
Voice actor David Hayter, known for his role as Snake in the Metal Gear Solid series, admits he doesn't fully understand the franchise's convoluted plot. He revealed that during recording sessions, he often had to ask developers for clarification on lines and their meaning. Hayter believes the story's complexity is a defining characteristic of the Metal Gear series.
Metal Gear Solid Snake actor David Hayter didn't understand all of Hideo Kojima's story while recording, but…
Voice actor David Hayter, known for his role as Solid Snake in Metal Gear Solid, admits he doesn't fully understand the complex storylines of the series, even while recording the dialogue. He believes this intricate and sometimes convoluted nature is a defining characteristic of the Metal Gear franchise, contributing to its rich world-building.
Atari Acquires PS1 Porting Studio to Revive Classic Games
Atari has acquired a studio specializing in porting PlayStation 1 classics to modern platforms, aiming to revive beloved retro games. This move highlights the growing trend of companies investing in game preservation and leveraging their back catalogs for revenue. The acquisition is expected to bring classic titles to new audiences while preserving gaming history.
Metal Gear Solid's Snake actor didn't want to sound like the character Hideo Kojima took so much inspiration from it reportedly nearly got him sued
David Hayter, the original voice actor for Solid Snake in Metal Gear Solid, revealed he intentionally avoided sounding like Kurt Russell's character Snake Plissken from Escape from New York. Hayter aimed for a more weathered voice for Snake, reflecting the character's experiences. Hideo Kojima was heavily inspired by Plissken, even creating a character named Iroquois Pliskin in Metal Gear Solid 2. There were even discussions about legal action over the similarities, though director John Carpenter advised against it.
