Saros
News, coverage and analysis tracking Saros across the outlets.
Fascinating PS5 Sales Estimates Peg Ghost of Yotei as a TriumphAlinea Analytics has provided sales estimates for first-party PlayStation 5 games, indicating Ghost of Yotei as a significant success with 4.8 million units sold. Other titles like Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and MLB The Show 26 also performed well, though Saros and Marathon appear to be underperforming significantly. The data suggests a strong market for Sony's cinematic single-player titles.
Saros Adds Photo Mode and New PS5 Trophies to Make You Use ItHousemarque has released update 1.005.1 for Saros, introducing a new Photo Mode with extensive camera and editing options. The update also adds a separate DLC Trophy Pack with nine new challenges, which are required for 100% game completion on PlayStation 5.
What We Played – 007 First Light, Mina The Hollower & Gothic RemakeSeveral gaming outlets shared their recent play experiences, including 007 First Light, LEGO Batman, and Mina The Hollower. Other titles mentioned include Skull & Bones, Diablo 4, God of War, and the newly released Gothic 1 Remake. The article also touches on upcoming previews and reviews for various games.
Did this week's PlayStation State of Play host the largest number of games running on PS5 Pro? Not technically, but closeThis analysis examines the presence of PlayStation 5 Pro footage in Sony's State of Play presentations since the console's announcement. While initial reveals lacked Pro-specific content, recent showcases have increasingly featured 'Captured on PS5 Pro' branding, with the February 2025 State of Play highlighting eight titles. The article discusses the PS5 Pro's perceived muted reception compared to the PS4 Pro and speculates on Sony's strategy for the hardware amidst rising consumer electronics prices and potential next-generation console delays.
Games Inbox: Will Summer Game Fest 2026 be worth staying up for?Readers discuss their anticipation for Summer Game Fest, with hopes for announcements like Resident Evil Code: Veronica and Alien: Isolation 2. There's also commentary on Marvel's Wolverine, God of War Laufey, and the ongoing debate about game sales, digital vs. physical releases, and the importance of exclusives.
Did Marvel’s Wolverine make a good impression in the State of Play?Readers express mixed feelings about recent gaming showcases, with "Marvel's Wolverine" drawing comparisons to "Uncharted" and "Batman: Arkham Asylum" for its perceived lack of originality. Concerns are also raised about the frequency of sequels and the potential for Xbox to offer more surprising content. Additionally, discussions touch upon Nintendo's infrequent announcements, the modern trend of extensive post-launch downloads for games like "007 First Light," and the perceived decline in innovation within triple-A titles.
James Bond Tops Another Chart, 007 First Light Was the Best-Selling Game on PS Store in May007 First Light was the best-selling game on the PlayStation Store across USA, Canada, and Europe in May. Despite being available for only five days, the James Bond origin story from IO Interactive topped the charts for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight followed in second place.
PS5 first-party game sales have been dropping for the last six yearsSony's first-party game sales on PlayStation 5 have seen a consistent decline over the past six years, despite strong console sales. This trend is attributed to a reduced output of major exclusive titles and a shift towards live service games, which has impacted overall sales figures compared to previous years.
PlayStation First-Party Game Sales Fell to 32 Million Copies in FY 2025Sony's first-party PlayStation game sales have declined significantly, reaching 32.1 million copies in FY 2025, down from 58.4 million in FY 2020. This trend, despite critically acclaimed releases like Astro Bot, may be influenced by the end of pandemic-driven sales boosts and a shift away from PC releases for single-player titles. Sony is also facing increased development costs and has scaled back live-service ambitions, potentially needing to focus on releasing more games to reverse the sales downturn.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was April 2026's best-selling game in the USTomodachi Life: Living the Dream was the best-selling game in the US in April 2026, generating over $41 million. Pragmata and Crimson Desert followed in second and third place, respectively. The report also noted growth in console and subscription spending, with Fortnite leading in monthly players.
Six best games of May 2026 - from Forza Horizon 6 to 007 First LightMay 2026 saw a strong lineup of game releases, with titles like 007 First Light, Forza Horizon 6, Yoshi And The Mysterious Book, Lego Batman: The Legacy Of The Dark Knight, Mixtape, and Mina The Hollower standing out. IO Interactive's James Bond game received critical acclaim, while Forza Horizon 6 offered a top-tier arcade racing experience in Japan. Yacht Club Games' Mina The Hollower garnered high praise and is a strong contender for indie awards.
Saros Players Record 6.63 Million Hours and 13.13 Million Deaths in Its First MonthIn its first month, Housemarque's roguelike bullet hell shooter Saros has seen players record 6.63 million hours and 13.13 million deaths on PlayStation 5. The Smart Rifle emerged as the most popular weapon, and the game's challenging yet approachable design is credited for its strong player engagement.
Mina the Hollower devs score a much-needed hit as the Zelda-like instantly becomes Metacritic's best-rated game of…Mina the Hollower, the latest title from Yacht Club Games, has achieved a Metascore of 93, making it Metacritic's highest-rated game of 2026 so far. Critics praise the game for its blend of classic inspirations like The Legend of Zelda and Castlevania with fresh, contemporary design. The developers are reportedly relying on this critical success for a much-needed breakthrough.
We Still Don't Know Sales Figures, But Saros PS5 Player Stats Reveal Some Big NumbersHousemarque has released player statistics for their PlayStation 5 shooter, Saros, nearly a month after its launch. The data reveals players have died over 13 million times, defeated 863 million enemies, and collected over 101 billion Lucenite. The Smart Rifle is currently the most popular weapon among players.
Games Inbox: Could 2026 be the best year for video games ever?Readers discuss the potential for 2026 to be a landmark year for video games, citing high review scores for titles like 007 First Light and Forza Horizon 6. Concerns are raised about the lack of couch co-op in modern games and the sustainability of large development studios with infrequent releases. The article also touches on the perceived staleness of the Forza Horizon series and the delayed review copies for 007 First Light.
It Seems Most PS5 Fans Prefer Returnal Over Saros, But It's Not That StraightforwardA poll of PlayStation 5 owners indicates a preference for Returnal over Saros, with 43% favoring Returnal overall. However, Saros received higher marks for gameplay, while Returnal was preferred for its story and main character, Selene. Both games are developed by Housemarque.
Saros is a worse game than Returnal in every way and that upsets me - Reader’s FeatureA reader expresses disappointment with Saros, arguing it is inferior to Returnal in almost every aspect, including story, characters, and world design. While acknowledging Saros's action is good, the reader finds its narrative too straightforward and its Lovecraftian influences less compelling than Returnal's. The article suggests Saros may have been made too mainstream, leading to its perceived shortcomings compared to the PlayStation 5 exclusive Returnal.
Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 542: Horror on a Dark KnightThe Official PlayStation Podcast episode 542 covers late-game discussions of Saros, LEGO Gotham City, and Directive 8020. Composer Sam Slater is interviewed about Saros, and upcoming PlayStation 5 releases like 007 First Light and Mina the Hollower are highlighted. The episode also touches on PS5 Pro features, open-world games on PlayStation Plus, and the Gran Turismo World Series.
The sound of the Eclipse: Sam Slater on scoring SarosComposer Sam Slater discusses his approach to creating the soundtrack for the game Saros, emphasizing the blend of dark synthesis, drone metal, and manipulated voices to capture the game's atmosphere. He details the collaborative process with Housemarque and PlayStation Studios Creative Arts, focusing on building a unique musical identity for the game's world and characters, and how sound design and music work together to immerse the player.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Tops US Sales Charts for April 2026Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped US game sales charts in April 2026, according to Circana analyst Mat Piscatella. Hardware sales also saw a significant year-on-year increase, largely driven by the new Nintendo Switch 2, which outsold the original Switch and surpassed the PlayStation 5 in both unit and revenue generation for the month and year-to-date. Other top-selling games included Pragmata, Crimson Desert, and MLB: The Show 26.