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Grab Your Katana – Mexican Ninja Is Ready To Tear Up Nuevo Tokyo
Mexican Ninja, a 2.5D brawler developed by Madbricks and published by Amber, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game combines Mexican culture and Japanese-inspired combat with roguelite elements, tasking players with taking down criminal syndicates in Nuevo Tokyo.
US physical game sales drop to lowest monthly total since 1995 | US Monthly Charts
US physical game sales in July reached their lowest point since 1995, totaling $85 million. Hardware spending also saw a significant decline of 29% year-over-year, reaching $282 million, the lowest July total since 2020. Despite these drops, Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 topped the charts, driven by its PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 port.
Postal 2 Redux Funded, Confirmed for Q1 2027 Launch on PC, PS4, PS5, and VR
Postal 2 Redux, a complete rebuild of the 2003 first-person shooter using Unity 6, has been successfully funded via Kickstarter. Developed by Running With Scissors, Flat2VR, Team Beef, and Impact Reality, the game is slated for a Q1 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and VR platforms.
2022 PS5 RPG in Fan-Favorite Franchise Is 65% Off on PlayStation Store
Star Ocean: The Divine Force, a 2022 RPG from Square Enix and developer tri-Ace, is currently available for 65% off on the PlayStation Store for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The deal brings the price down to $20.99 until August 27, with a discounted upgrade available for the Digital Deluxe Edition. The game features dual protagonists and a sci-fi fantasy setting.
Hardware spending in the US was so low in July that it nearly matched the 2020 Pandemic days when everything was out of stock
US gaming hardware spending in July saw a significant 29 percent drop compared to last year, nearing 2020 pandemic levels due to high prices despite ample availability. Physical software sales also hit an all-time low since 1995, with PlayStation and Nintendo leading sales percentages. Only the gaming subscription category saw growth.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 2 Port From 14 Years Ago Sold Better In July Than Any Other Game In US
Ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 and Call of Duty: Black Ops for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 were the best-selling games in the US in July, according to Circana's sales report. The Black Ops 2 port ranked first by dollar sales, while the Black Ops port came in fifth. These titles, released with minimal improvements, reportedly sold over 11 million copies combined, generating more than $430 million for Activision and Microsoft.
Popular Batman PS4 Game Is 75% Off on PlayStation Store
LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham is currently 75% off on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 4, with the base game priced at $4.99. The deal is part of a limited-time offer ending on August 27, 2026. The game, which features characters from the DC universe, is also available in the PlayStation Plus Catalog.
Award-Winning 2021 PS5 Action Game Under $10 on PlayStation Store
The PlayStation 5 action-adventure game Judgment is currently available for under $10 on the PlayStation Store, marking a 75% discount. This limited-time offer, published by Sega, is part of a deal that concludes on August 27. The PS5 version includes all previously released DLC and enhanced graphics.
PS5 Ports of Beloved Classics Might Be Delisted From PlayStation Store
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 versions of Disney classics Toy Story 2 and Toy Story 3 are expected to be delisted from the PlayStation Store soon. This removal is anticipated to occur before their re-release in the 'Toy Story: Retro Roundup!' collection and as a separate 'Toy Story 3 Complete Edition' on October 15.
Free on PS5 and Xbox Now: The Remake of That 2004 PlayStation 2 Classic
Mafia: Definitive Edition, the 2020 remake of the 2004 PlayStation 2 classic Mafia, is now available as a free upgrade for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S owners who purchased the PlayStation 4 version. The native port offers technical improvements and a jump to 60fps, enhancing the experience of exploring 1930s Lost Heaven. However, players who downloaded the game through the PlayStation Plus library are not eligible for the free upgrade.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide August 18, 2026
Sony has announced the latest PlayStation Store update for August 18, 2026, featuring new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The update includes the August PlayStation Plus Essential lineup with games like Big Walk, Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition, and Signalis, alongside a variety of other new game releases across platforms.
Hit Star Wars PS4 Game Is 75% Off on PlayStation Store
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens is currently available for 75% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $4.99 until August 27, 2026. Developed by TT Fusion, the game offers the full experience of the film, allowing players to control characters from both The Force Awakens and the period between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens.
The King’s Gambit Takes TMNT: Splintered Fate To A New Level
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate has received its largest free update, "The King's Gambit," which concludes the main story with a new boss, the Rat King. The update also adds a pet dinosaur named Pepperoni to the Lair. Additionally, paid DLC is available, introducing the playable character Slash and a Samurai Armor Pack for customization across multiple platforms including Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, PC, and Apple Arcade.
RimWorld Hits A New Low Price, But You’ll Only Have 24 Hours To Grab It
RimWorld is currently available at a 29% discount on Fanatical for a limited 24-hour period, marking its deepest discount to date. The article highlights the game's chaotic AI storytelling and engaging simulation mechanics, noting that this sale also extends to its expansions, Anomaly and Odyssey.
Hit PlayStation 5 Action Game Gets Its Biggest Update Yet Alongside Complete Edition
Super Evil Megacorp is releasing a major update and a Complete Edition for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate on PlayStation 5. The King's Gambit update adds the Rat King as a final boss and finishes the main story, while new DLC introduces the character Slash and Samurai Armor packs. The Platinum Bundle includes all released content for the roguelike brawler.
Play the Best Version of PlayStation Plus August Classic With This Trick
PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers can access a superior Japanese version of Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams, which includes English text and voice, balanced combat, and additional difficulty options. Players can access this version by changing their PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4 console language to Japanese.
PS Plus Users Warned Not to Download New RPG Right Away
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers are warned about a potential issue when downloading games that are also offered as monthly Essential freebies. Downloading Dying Light 2: Stay Human from the Extra catalog after claiming it via Essential could result in losing the license permanently if the game leaves the subscription service. Players are advised to check their libraries before downloading to avoid this issue, though Sony support may offer a fix.
Be warned: Fallout 4's next update may break your mods - and there's a similar one for Skyrim in the works, too
Bethesda is releasing a new update for Fallout 4 that may break existing mods, advising players to back up their save files and mod load orders. A similar update is also planned for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. These updates are necessary for the continued support of these older, mod-heavy titles as Bethesda works on future installments.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Videos Showcase Improved Performance, 30 FPS Gameplay
Videos showcase the Elden Ring Tarnished Edition running on Nintendo Switch, demonstrating improved performance at a steady 30 FPS in both handheld and docked modes. While some frame drops occur during intense combat, the port has seen significant refinement since its initial previews. The game was originally announced in 2022 for multiple platforms and received critical acclaim, with the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion releasing in 2024.
Square Enix RPG’s PS5 Remake Is Less Than $5 on PlayStation Store
Front Mission 1st: Remake, a tactical mech RPG originally released in 1995, is currently available for $3.49 on the PlayStation Store, marking a 90% discount. This limited-time offer, developed by Forever Entertainment in collaboration with Square Enix, will end on August 27, 2026. The remake features overhauled 3D graphics, modern gameplay mechanics, and newly orchestrated music, and is compatible with both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
