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'No Comment': Darksiders Publisher Refuses to Explain $10 PS5 Upgrade Charge That's Free on Xbox
THQ Nordic has declined to comment on why the PlayStation 5 version of Darksiders: Warmastered Edition requires a $10 upgrade fee for existing PS4 owners, while the Xbox Series X|S upgrade is free. The publisher stated the PS4 version will remain at its original price, while the PS5 version launches at a higher price point, creating the disparity.
Free on Xbox, PS5 Owners Made to Pay $10 for New Darksiders Upgrade
PlayStation 5 owners of Darksiders: Warmastered Edition must pay $10 for the current-gen upgrade, while Xbox Series X|S owners receive it for free. This price difference stems from THQ Nordic's decision to keep the PS4 version at its original price while increasing the Xbox One version's price to match the new current-gen editions. The PS5 version offers native 4K rendering, a Photo Mode, and DualSense controller support.
Akiba’s Trip Series Surpasses 1 Million Sales Worldwide
Acquire announced that the Akiba's Trip series has surpassed one million units in worldwide shipments and digital sales, coinciding with its 15th anniversary. The series, which began with Akiba's Trip on PlayStation Portable in 2011, features a unique combat system where players remove enemies' clothing to expose them to sunlight. Later entries like Akiba's Trip: Undead & Undressed were released on multiple platforms including PlayStation 4, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
No PS5, PS4 Trophies for Time Crisis as Bandai Namco Continues Its Classics Losing Streak
Time Crisis has been released on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, but publisher Bandai Namco has once again omitted Trophy support for the classic arcade shooter. This follows a trend of Bandai Namco's PS1 and PS2 classic releases lacking Trophies, despite the company being active in bringing older titles to modern platforms.
5 PS Plus Extra Game Removals for June 2026 Confirmed
Five games are confirmed to be removed from PlayStation Plus Extra on June 16, 2026: We Love Katamari REROLL + Royal Reverie, LEGO The Incredibles, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game Complete Edition, and Red Dead Redemption. Access to these titles will be revoked for subscribers, requiring purchase to continue playing. Red Dead Redemption's departure is noted as potentially temporary, following a pattern seen with other Rockstar Games titles on the service.
War Rides Again: Darksiders Warmastered Edition Out Now on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S
Darksiders Warmastered Edition is now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, offering native 4K rendering and 60 FPS gameplay. Owners of the previous generation versions can upgrade for a fee on PlayStation 5 or for free on Xbox Series X|S. The game features brutal combat, puzzles, and exploration as players step into the role of War, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.
Finally, I Have a Reason to Play as My Street Fighter 6 Avatar on PS5, PS4 Again
Street Fighter 6 is receiving a free update on May 28th that adds significant new content for player avatars, including Random Avatar Matches and Avatar Arcade mode. The update also introduces Battle Tour, a new arcade ladder featuring World Tour NPCs and masters, offering a new reason to engage with the game's single-player and online components.
Civilization 7 Is A Completely Different Game Following The Test Of Time Update
Firaxis Games and 2K have released the 'Test of Time' update for Sid Meier's Civilization VII, significantly reworking core gameplay mechanics. The update reintroduces the concept of 'Time-Tested Civs' that persist through age transitions, replaces the Legacy Path system with a new Triumphs system across six attributes, and decouples victory conditions from Triumphs, allowing for earlier pursuit. The update is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and for mobile via Apple Arcade.
May 2026 PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available to Download Now
Sony has released the full lineup of PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games for May 2026, including titles like Star Wars Outlaws and Red Dead Redemption 2. Eight new games are available for subscribers to download now, with some expected to remain on the service for at least a year, though Red Dead Redemption 2 is anticipated to be available for around three months.
PS Plus Extra, Premium May 2026 Games Rolling Out Now
Sony is rolling out the May 2026 PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium game catalog additions, starting in Japan and Asia. The lineup includes Star Wars Outlaws, Red Dead Redemption 2, Bramble: The Mountain King, and more for PS5 and PS4, with the PS1 classic Time Crisis also available for Premium subscribers. Player reception to the selection has been mixed, with some titles being returning catalog entries.
Truckful adds PS5, PS4 versions
The single-player car delivery adventure game Truckful is set to launch for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Further details regarding the release date are expected soon.
Darksiders Warmastered Edition is Out Now on PS5, Xbox Series X/S For $29.99
THQ Nordic has released Darksiders Warmastered Edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S for $29.99, with upgrade options available for existing owners. The remaster features stable 60 FPS gameplay and native 4K rendering. Gunfire Games is also confirmed to be working on Darksiders 4 for current-generation platforms.
Daily Video Game Deals May 19 – Starship Troopers: Extermination, SOUTH PARK – SNOW DAY!, The Rogue Prince of Persia, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN & More
Daily video game deals for May 19th include discounts on Starship Troopers: Extermination, South Park: Snow Day!, The Rogue Prince of Persia, and Elden Ring: Nightreign. These deals are available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Neon Inferno's New Update Delivers Scorching Hot Visual Upgrades, Scoring Overhaul, and Quality-of-Life Improvements
Retroware and Zenovia Interactive have released Patch #3 for their cyberpunk run-'n-gun game Neon Inferno, introducing visual upgrades, quality-of-life improvements, and a scoring system overhaul. The patch is available on PC, Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 4 and 5, with a Nintendo Switch release pending. Future updates will include a new Survival Mode.
PlayStation Plus Subscription Prices Increasing for New Users in Select Regions This Month
Sony Interactive Entertainment is increasing PlayStation Plus subscription prices for new users in select regions starting May 20, with 1-month memberships rising to $10.99 USD and 3-month memberships to $27.99 USD. Current subscribers are unaffected unless their plan lapses or changes. The company cited ongoing market conditions for the adjustment.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion Is Adding One of My Fave Heroes Today, And a New Mode in 2026
Marvel Cosmic Invasion is adding Cyclops and The Thing as playable characters today through a $3.99 DLC bundle for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Developer Tribute Games also plans a second DLC pack later this year and is teasing a new mode for 2026.
Confused Retailers Receive Mysterious Shipments Containing One of the PS4's Rarest Games, Poop Slinger
Several independent video game retailers have received unexpected shipments of Poop Slinger, a rare title for the PlayStation 4. The nature of these mysterious deliveries is currently unknown.
Persona 3 Reload Localization Survey Asks About Its Translation
Atlus is soliciting feedback on the localization of Persona 3 Reload through a survey for Sega account members. The survey asks players about the naturalness, grammatical correctness, tone, and character voice acting of the game's translation. It also inquires about menu and UI elements and allows for general feedback on Atlus titles.
MARVEL Cosmic Invasion DLC Updates Announced as Hit Beat ‘em Up Tops 1.5 Million Players – The Fantastic Four’s The Thing and X-Men’s Cyclops are Joining the Fight today
MARVEL Cosmic Invasion, a beat 'em up celebrating classic Marvel storylines, will receive two paid DLC updates in 2026 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox Series X|S. The first DLC, launching today, adds The Thing and Cyclops for $3.99, while the second, slated for Fall 2026, will introduce a new game mode and more characters. The game has surpassed 1.5 million players since launch.
MARVEL Cosmic Invasion Brings Cyclops And The Thing To The Fight In New DLC
The first paid DLC for MARVEL Cosmic Invasion adds Cyclops and The Thing as playable characters for $3.99 USD, with more heroes and a new game mode planned for a fall release. Developer DotEmu, known for other beat-'em-ups, has released the DLC for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
