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Beasts of the Sea, Soaring Through The Skies! Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark Blasts Onto PlayStation®4 and Nintendo® Switch™ This August
Clear River Games announced that Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark, a collection of six classic Toaplan shoot 'em up titles, will be released on August 29, 2026, for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. The collection includes arcade versions of Flying Shark, Fire Shark, Sky Shark, Hisho Same, and Same! Same! Same!, along with bonus DLC featuring the game Wardner and its variants. A free download of the puzzle game Teki-Paki will also be included with purchases of any Toaplan Arcade Garage game.
New Neptunia Unlimited Clips Showcase Combat and Character Interactions
Compile Heart has released new gameplay clips for Neptunia Unlimited, showcasing combat and character interactions between Neptune, Rouge, and Ciel. The RPG features aerial exploration and combat mechanics, with an apocalyptic threat facing Gamindustri. Neptunia Unlimited is set to launch on August 27, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch in Japan.
Toaplan Arcade Garage Flying Fire Shark Collection Launches August 29
Clear River Games announced the retro shmup collection Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch, launching August 29, 2026. The collection features six arcade titles, including Flying Shark and Fire Shark, with added modes like Super Easy and Challenge Mode, plus M2 Gadgets support. Digital purchasers receive bonus DLC, and owners of other Toaplan Arcade Garage titles get the puzzle game Teki-Paki for free.
Rumour: Rayman Legends Remake May Be Announced This Summer
A rumor suggests that Ubisoft is developing a remake of the 2013 platformer Rayman Legends. Insider Gaming's Tom Henderson reported hearing positive things about the project and anticipates an announcement this summer. While the original game is still playable on modern systems, the potential remake could introduce new features.
You'll never guess GTA 6's age rating as Sony pesters PS4 players to upgrade
Sony is prompting PlayStation 4 owners to upgrade to PlayStation 5 for the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 on November 19, 2026. Emails from PlayStation suggest the game will receive an M for Mature rating, citing typical mature content. Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has indicated marketing will increase soon, with fans anticipating a new trailer.
UK Charts: Tomodachi Life Stands Strong As Pragmata Falls Off A Cliff
EA SPORTS FC 26 has reclaimed the number 1 spot in the UK boxed charts, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remains strong at number 2. Pragmata and PlayStation 5 exclusive Saros have seen significant drops in their chart positions this week.
Daily Video Game Deals May 11 – Mafia: The Old Country, Jurassic World Evolution 3, The Thaumaturge, Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU & More
Daily video game deals for May 11th include discounts on Mafia: The Old Country, Jurassic World Evolution 3, The Thaumaturge, and Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Volume 3 of the Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Manga Deals With Envy
Volume 3 of the manga series Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian delves into themes of envy and jealousy among its main characters, Alya, Yuki, and Masachika. The narrative explores how these emotions manifest differently for each character, stemming from romantic feelings, familial ties, and personal admiration. Yen Press publishes the manga, with anime adaptations available on Crunchyroll.
Sunday Consolidation
Sony is reportedly encouraging PlayStation 4 owners to upgrade to the PlayStation 5 console. This push is happening in anticipation of the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6, suggesting a strategy to maximize hardware sales before the highly anticipated game launches.
GTA 6 hopefuls encouraged by Sony to upgrade to PS5 now
Sony is encouraging PlayStation 4 owners to upgrade to PlayStation 5 to play Grand Theft Auto 6 upon its November 19, 2026 release. Recent marketing materials confirm the game has received a Mature 17+ rating from the ESRB, indicating development is on schedule. Analysts estimate Take-Two Interactive spent between $1 billion and $1.5 billion on the title.
Poll: Uncharted 4 Turns 10 Years Old, But Is It the Series' Peak?
Uncharted 4: A Thief's End celebrates its 10th anniversary, prompting a discussion on whether it represents the peak of the Uncharted series. Originally released in 2016 for the PlayStation 4, the game faced a troubled development before Neil Druckmann and Bruce Straley steered it to critical acclaim, though its more mature tone and length have divided fans compared to earlier entries like Uncharted 2: Among Thieves.
10 Games like Persona 5 with brilliant party members, epic stories, and plenty of style
This article lists and describes ten games that share similarities with Persona 5, focusing on elements like party members, epic stories, and stylish presentation. The list includes titles such as The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel, Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc, and Persona 3 Reload, highlighting their unique takes on JRPG mechanics and narrative.
Daily Video Game Deals May 10 – Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2, Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, Bluey: The Videogame, Dollhouse: Behind The Broken Mirror, Indika & More
Daily video game deals for May 10, 2026, include discounts on titles such as Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2, Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, and Bluey: The Videogame. These deals are available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Physical Game Fans, Beware: Digital Downloads Hit an Astonishing 85% on PS5, PS4 Last Quarter
Digital game purchases accounted for 85% of sales on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in Sony's most recent financial quarter, marking a record high for the brand. While physical media sales have decreased significantly over the past decade, they still represent a substantial market, suggesting future consoles like the PlayStation 6 may continue to offer physical options, albeit potentially without a standard disc drive.
It seems even Sony thinks a new GTA 6 trailer is right above the corner as marketing campaign begins to ramp up
Sony has begun emailing PlayStation 4 owners who wishlisted Grand Theft Auto 6, encouraging them to upgrade to PlayStation 5, as the game will not be available on the previous generation. This marketing push, combined with an upcoming Take-Two Interactive earnings call, has fueled speculation that a new trailer for the highly anticipated title is imminent. The article suggests a third trailer could drop before May 21, potentially showcasing gameplay and confirming the November 19 release date.
Is It Almost Dragon Quest 12 Time? Pray to Yuji Horii and the Big Slime in the Sky
A Dragon Quest 40th anniversary livestream is scheduled for May 27th, with series creator Yuji Horii hinting at an announcement for the next game, widely speculated to be Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate. Similar events in the past have revealed multiple titles, and fans are eager for an update on the sequel, which was first teased in 2021.
GTA 6 Trailer 3 Hype At an All-Time High, But Is It Actually Happening Today?
Fans are speculating about a potential Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer release on May 12th, 2026, based on circumstantial evidence and past patterns from Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive. While the article suggests a new trailer is imminent, it casts doubt on the specific May 12th date, noting the game's revised release date of November 19th and Sony's efforts to encourage PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 upgrades.
GTA 6 Fans Are Going Gaga Waiting for New Trailer, Believe PS5 Pre-Orders Could Start Next Week
Fans are speculating about a new Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer and potential PS5 pre-orders, with theories centering around upcoming dates like May 12th and May 21st. While the article acknowledges the lack of concrete information and the original release date delay, it notes Rockstar Games' unconventional marketing and Sony's potential involvement due to a marketing deal.
GTA 6 Trailer 3 a No Show, After Fans Got into a Frenzy Over Wrong Day
Fans speculated about a potential Grand Theft Auto 6 Trailer 3 release on May 12th, 2026, based on circumstantial evidence like Take-Two Interactive's financial reports and PlayStation Store sales patterns. Despite the anticipation, no trailer was released, and the article discusses the game's upcoming marketing cycle and its November 19th release date.
The 7 best Witcher games to play in 2026, ranked
This article ranks the best games in The Witcher franchise, focusing on titles available on modern platforms. The list includes mainline RPGs, spin-offs like Thronebreaker and Gwent, and narrative adventures such as Reigns: The Witcher, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt topping the ranking.
