Stellar Blade
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The PS5 Pro Is Still Worth It--For NowSony is implementing significant price increases for its PlayStation 5 consoles, with the PS5 Pro facing a $150 hike to $900, effective April 2. The company cites global economic pressures and increased component costs, such as for SSDs and RAM, as reasons for the rise. The article discusses whether the PS5 Pro remains a worthwhile investment in 2026, considering its performance capabilities, the need for supporting high-end TVs, and the potential for cross-gen support to extend the console's relevance.- Daily Video Game Deals Mar 30 – Resident Evil 3, Silent Hill 2, Wreckreation, Jagged Alliance 3, Rise of the Ronin, Alone in the Dark, NickToons & The Dice of Destiny, LEGO Horizon Adventures & MoreDaily video game deals for March 30th include discounts on Resident Evil 3, Silent Hill 2, Wreckreation, Jagged Alliance 3, Rise of the Ronin, Alone in the Dark, NickToons & The Dice of Destiny, and LEGO Horizon Adventures. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Stellar Blade's Eve Invades PUBG in Unexpected CrossoverPUBG is featuring a crossover with Stellar Blade, adding the protagonist Eve to the popular battle royale. Developed by PUBG Studios and owned by Krafton, the game remains a significant player in the genre across PC, console, and mobile platforms. This collaboration with Shift Up's Stellar Blade may entice players to return to PUBG.
Stellar Blade's Eve Is Beginning to Appear EverywhereStellar Blade's protagonist Eve is appearing in multiple crossover events, including as a skin in PUBG starting April 8th on PC and April 16th on consoles. Additionally, themed booster packs featuring Eve and Raven will be available for the trading card game Nivel Arena beginning May 8th. Developer Shift Up is also working on a sequel and potential ports of Stellar Blade to other consoles.
PlayStation Store's rumoured "dynamic pricing" has reportedly been spotted in the wild, and the differences appear to be hugeSony Interactive Entertainment is reportedly rolling out a dynamic pricing system on the PlayStation Store, offering different prices for games to various users. First-hand examples show significant price discrepancies, such as Stellar Blade being available for $39.89 and $20.99 simultaneously in the same region. While not officially confirmed, the system appears to be in testing and may affect over 150 titles across numerous regions.
PlayStation's Dynamic Pricing Appears To Offer A Huge Gap In What You Pay For PS5 GamesReports indicate Sony's dynamic pricing system is active on the PlayStation Store, leading to significant price variations for PlayStation 5 games like Stellar Blade and Astro Bot. The exact factors influencing these price changes, such as user location and gaming habits, remain unclear, though it may affect both first-party and third-party titles.
Sony is Seemingly Testing Dynamic Pricing for First-Party Games on PlayStation StoreSony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing for first-party games on the PlayStation Store, offering different discounts to different users. Factors like account age, play time, and login history are speculated to influence these personalized prices. This testing is currently limited to PlayStation 5 exclusive titles.- Leaker alleges that Stellar Blade developer Shift Up is working on gacha game inspired by Expedition 33: ‘The devs are not that excited with the game’A leaker alleges that Stellar Blade developer Shift Up is working on a new gacha game, codenamed Project Spirits, inspired by Expedition 33. This new project is reportedly being developed by a secondary studio in China and is aiming for a 2027 release, while the main Korean studio continues to focus on Stellar Blade 2.
The iBuyPower Limited Edition Honkai Star Rail "Firefly" Prebuilt Gaming PC Is Now Available - IGNiBUYPOWER has released a limited edition "Firefly" themed gaming PC inspired by Honkai: Star Rail, featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 GPU. The PC is housed in a Hyte Y70 case with custom artwork and is priced at $3,599, with a $200 discount available using a coupon code. The standalone case is also available for purchase.
Sony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on its PlayStation storefront that changes the price tag of over 190 gamesSony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store, with prices changing for over 190 games across more than 70 regions since November 2025. The experiment, which includes first-party titles and some third-party games, offers personalized discounts that can be significantly deeper than standard sale prices, particularly in the US market.- Samsung promises 120 games will be playable via its glasses-free 3D monitor tech by the end of the yearSamsung announced that 120 games will be playable via its glasses-free 3D monitor technology by the end of the year, up from the current 60 titles. The company also revealed a partnership with CD Projekt Red to integrate its HDR10+ Gaming standard into Cyberpunk 2077.
Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville Arrives on April 14Toge Productions and The Wild Gentlemen announced that Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville will launch on April 14, 2026, for PC via Steam and GOG. This detective visual novel places players in the role of a detective and suspect aboard a luxury train where an ambassador is murdered, leading to political intrigue and a complex investigation.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloadsPlayStation has revealed the top downloaded games for February 2026 across PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play titles in various regions. Resident Evil 4 and its zombie-themed content dominated the charts in both US/Canada and Asia for PS5.
Crimson Desert passes 3 million wishlists as excitement around the single-player RPG buildsCrimson Desert has surpassed 3 million wishlists on Steam ahead of its launch on March 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5. The single-player RPG from Pearl Abyss will feature no AI voice acting for NPCs and will be a premium experience without microtransactions. This milestone highlights a growing trend of Korean studios shifting from live service games to premium single-player titles.
Goddess of Victory: Nikke’s 2.5 Anniversary Update Brings New Characters, Events, and Story ContentGoddess of Victory: Nikke is celebrating its 2.5-year anniversary with a major update featuring new characters Little Mermaid and Mihara: Bonding Chain, a new story arc "Unbreakable Sphere," and various in-game and real-world events. The update includes a baseball-themed in-game event starting May 29th, a collaboration with the San Diego Padres, a presence at Anime Expo in July, and an upcoming crossover with Stellar Blade in June. The game has surpassed 45 million downloads worldwide.- Stellar Blade director clashes with Nier Automata designer following accusations of an AI-generated celebratory imageStellar Blade director Hyung-Tae Kim has been accused by Nier Automata designer Yoshikaze Matsushita of using an AI-generated image. The image in question reportedly featured the character Emil from Nier Automata in relation to Yoko Taro's Evangelion anime.
Share of the Week: FramingPlayStation's Share of the Week highlights user-submitted screenshots featuring characters framed within game environments. Players shared moments from titles like Ghost of Yōtei, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and Stellar Blade using the #PSshare and #PSBlog hashtags. The next theme is 'Heroic', with submissions due March 4, 2026.
Surangama Steam Next Fest Demo Showcases Cyberpunk Horror Combat Inspired by Ninja GaidenSuzaku Games has released a playable demo for their upcoming title Surangama as part of Steam Next Fest. The game blends cyberpunk aesthetics with Cantonese folklore, featuring fast-paced, skill-driven combat inspired by titles like Ninja Gaiden Black. Surangama is targeting an early 2028 release on PC, with potential console versions for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch planned.- Daily Video Game Deals Feb 23 – MARVEL’S SPIDER-MAN 2, Monster Hunter Wilds, Hello Kitty Island Adventure, Chronicles of the Wolf, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind, Turok Trilogy Bundle & MoreThe daily video game deals for February 23 feature prominent titles such as MARVEL’S SPIDER-MAN 2, Monster Hunter Wilds, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure. Discounts are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Sony Reveals New PS5 Controller: Icon Blue DualSense - New Game NetworkSony has announced the Icon Blue Special Edition DualSense wireless controller for the PlayStation 5, set to release on October 20, 2025, in North America and October 28 in Mexico and Chile for $84.99 USD. The controller features layered blue shades inspired by the PS5 console's light and includes a glossy touchpad pattern. Alongside the controller, Sony revealed other PlayStation-themed merchandise, including an Astro Bot lunch box and The Last of Us Ellie mini backpack.