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'This Is a Deeply Odd State of Affairs' — Tech Experts Slam Activision's 'Low Effort' Call of Duty: Black Ops PS5 Port
Activision's recent ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 have drawn criticism for their high price and disappointing graphics performance. Tech experts have described the situation as 'odd' and the ports as 'low effort'.
Black Ops ports are 50% cheaper on PS5 but not Xbox as fans fume over price
Ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 are now available on PlayStation 4 and 5, featuring single-player, multiplayer, and Zombies modes without graphical updates or included DLC. While priced at £34.99 each, PS Plus members receive a 50% discount, bringing the cost down to £17.49 per game. This pricing is significantly cheaper than the Xbox versions, despite Microsoft's ownership of Activision, leading to fan frustration over the cost of older titles.
Escape From Umbra Wants To Make You Fear The Dark
Escape From Umbra, an atmospheric puzzle adventure game developed and published by WildSphere, is now available on PC and multiple consoles including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. The game challenges players to escape a village haunted by a witch by using wits, a flashlight, and a book of clues, emphasizing stealth and puzzle-solving over combat.
‘Escape From Umbra’ Now Available: An Atmospheric Survival Horror Inspired by Witchcraft Legends
WildSphere has released its new survival horror and logic-puzzle game, Escape From Umbra, simultaneously on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and GOG. The game immerses players in an atmosphere of witchcraft and psychological horror, where they must escape a village ruled by a witch using a flashlight and a secret book of clues. A 10% launch discount is available for a limited time on Nintendo Switch, Steam, and GOG, with a playable demo also offered.
Call of Duty: Black Ops & Black Ops 2 PS4/PS5 Price — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 are priced at $39.99, with a limited-time discount for PS Plus subscribers bringing the cost down to $19.99. The article notes the lack of cross-play between the two console generations and questions the value of these ports given their age and lack of new content.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 Have Just Been Shadow-Dropped For the PS4 and PS5
Activision has released Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The ports lack dedicated servers, consistent 60 FPS gameplay, 120Hz or FoV options, and have mixed reports on 4K output. Cross-platform play is limited between PS4 and PS5. Both titles are priced at $40, with a discount for PlayStation Plus subscribers until August 6, 2026, and the Season Pass is also discounted.
Evening Consolidation
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II have been ported to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 by Iron Galaxy, as announced by Treyarch. Additionally, an Xbox Insider Playtest for Wreck Runners is now open.
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 shadow drop on PS5, and you've got one month to get them at a good price
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 have been released on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Both games and their respective season passes are available at a discounted price until August 6, with further reductions for PlayStation Plus subscribers. These new ports lack cross-platform multiplayer, Wager Matches, and Theatre mode.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 1 And 2 Ports Are Out Now On PS5, But DLC Costs Extra
Ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 are now available on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 for $40 each, with DLC sold separately for $30. Developed by Iron Galaxy, these are not remasters and do not support cross-platform multiplayer. PlayStation Plus members can purchase the games and DLC at a discounted price of $20 and $10 respectively until August 6.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 Ports Out Now on PS5, But They Come at a High Cost
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II are now available as ports on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. However, these releases come with a significant cost.
Against The Storm enjoys free weekend on Steam
Against The Storm, the roguelite city builder from Eremite Games and published by Hooded Horse, is available for free on Steam until July 13. The game recently received an update with new content, balancing, and quality-of-life improvements. It is also available on PC via GOG, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, and Game Pass, as well as on PlayStation and Xbox consoles and Nintendo Switch.
Bungie gives Destiny 2 players a final farewell gift as the game enters maintenance mode
Bungie has released a final update and a free emblem for Destiny 2 as the game enters maintenance mode. While regular server downtimes will occur, major content updates and patches are no longer expected, though critical bug fixes might still be addressed. This marks the end of an era for the online loot shooter, which saw a significant player resurgence following its last major update.
Wield magic. Forge friendships. Become a hero in Unicorn Academy: Island of Magic.
Mindscape, Aesir Interactive, and Spin Master are collaborating on Unicorn Academy: Island of Magic, a game based on Spin Master's fantasy series. Players will bond with unicorns, wield elemental magic, and explore Unicorn Island to stop Ravenzella. The game is set for release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, and Xbox Series X|S.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok is out and smashing Steam, adding new content, bonuses, and character DLC
Cygames has released Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam. The expansion adds new solo and multiplayer content, character DLC for Fraux and Fediel, and various in-game bonuses for linking with other Cygames titles. The Steam version saw over 72,000 concurrent players shortly after launch.
70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X Unveils 7 Day Countdown Trailer Ahead of Launch
Bliss Brain has released a 7-day countdown trailer for the remastered cult classic, 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X, launching July 16, 2026. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This remastered edition features newly restored HD animation and aims to bring the unique 1999 robot anime experience to a new global audience.
Fallout's second season has been nominated for more Emmys, even if it's significantly fewer than last time
Amazon's live-action Fallout adaptation has received nine Emmy nominations for its second season, though this is fewer than the sixteen nominations it received for its first season. While it missed out on major categories like Outstanding Drama Series, the show secured nominations in various technical and genre-specific categories. Despite a perceived sophomore slump, Amazon declared Fallout's second season to be Prime Video's sixth biggest season of all time.
Fight On, Beneath the Endless Skies — Action RPG Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok Is Out Today!
Cygames, Inc. has released the action RPG Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC. The expansion adds new solo and multiplayer content, along with character expansion sets for Fraux and Fediel. An upgrade kit is available for existing owners, and various editions offer in-game bonuses.
PlayStation 5 Sequel to Sleeper Hit PS4 RPG Gets Release Date
Cold Symmetry and Playstack have announced that Mortal Shell 2, a sequel to the 2020 action RPG, will release on August 20, 2026, for PlayStation 5. The game will feature faster combat, deeper weapon design, and an emphasis on free exploration within a compact open world. It will be available in Standard and Devout Editions, with a retail "Revered Edition" also planned.
FiiO just launched the FG3, the brand's first-ever gaming headset that only costs $70
FiiO has launched its first gaming headset, the FiiO FG3, priced at $69.99. The headset features a coaxial driver arrangement with 50mm and 16mm dynamic drivers, a 10 Hz to 40 kHz frequency response, and a dual-core DSP chip supporting 192kHz/24bit sampling rates. It offers plug-and-play compatibility with PCs, smartphones, laptops, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
“TROPICAL VACATION” PREMIUM DLC AND FREE UPDATE NOW AVAILABLE FOR HATSUNE MIKU LOGIC PAINT S+
KOMODO and Crypton Future Media have released the "Tropical Vacation" Premium DLC for Hatsune Miku Logic Paint S+ on Steam, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. A free update also adds new puzzles and features for all players. The DLC includes new costumes, tropical-themed room items, and special puzzles that unlock a unique illustration.