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Rediscovering my PS Vita has left me despairing for PlayStation's all-digital future
Rediscovering the PlayStation Vita has led to despair over Sony's all-digital future, particularly with the upcoming closure of the Vita's digital store. This move, coupled with the anticipated all-digital nature of the PlayStation 6 and the cessation of physical disc releases by 2028, raises concerns about game preservation and the ability to share or resell games in the future.
The two best years in video game history were both in the 2010s - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that 2011 and 2013 were the best years in video game history, citing a high volume of quality releases and industry-shifting console launches. The article details numerous significant titles from both years, including The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, Skyrim, The Last of Us, and Grand Theft Auto 5, alongside the debut of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Tearaway's Companion Site Is Shutting Down, So Browse Its Adorable Content While You Can
The companion website for Media Molecule's papery platformer, Tearaway, will be shut down on August 13, 2026. The site, Tearaway.me, served as a hub for fans to upload and share their papercraft creations and in-game screenshots. While official papercraft designs are now hosted on Media Molecule's website, the shutdown marks the end of a unique community space for the game.
Beloved PS4 & Vita Games Losing Online Support After 10+ Years
Media Molecule's PlayStation Vita and PlayStation 4 exclusive games, Tearaway and Tearaway Unfolded, will lose their online support on August 13, 2026. While core gameplay will remain unaffected, features like photo sharing and online profiles will be discontinued. Players can still access papercrafts from Media Molecule's website.
