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Nekomata Okayu Visual Novel Okayu Nyumu R Will Be in English
Entergram has opened a Steam page for the visual novel Okayu Nyumu R, confirming an English translation for the PC version. This follows the original Okayu Nyumu, which also received an English release on PC, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. The game features voice acting from Vtuber Nekomata Okayu and cameos from other Hololive performers.
2024 PS5 Action RPG Just $3.99 on the PS Store
The action RPG Crystar is currently available for $3.99 on the PlayStation Store, an 80% discount from its original $19.99 price. This sale applies to both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions and runs until May 7, 2026. Originally released in 2018, Crystar received a Nintendo Switch port in 2022 and a PlayStation 5 version in 2024.
Axe Cop coming to PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch on May 4
The turn-based RPG Axe Cop is set to release on May 4 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game is being published by Electric Airship and developed by Red Triangle Games.
25+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Weekend Offer Sale (Europe)
The European PlayStation Store is hosting a Weekend Offer sale featuring numerous PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games at reduced prices until May 4th, 2026. The sale includes highly-rated titles such as A Plague Tale: Innocence, Dead Space, and Burnout Paradise Remastered, among many others.
This is not a drill: Terry Crews has come to Call of Duty
Actor Terry Crews has been added as a playable operator in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone as part of the Season 3 Reloaded update. The update also includes a Robocop collaboration event with free skins and a premium operator, new maps like Onsen and a remastered Summit, a parkour mode called Freerun, and new weapons. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is available on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One.
I've been a busy RPG fan for 13 years, and these are the best games I recommend if you only have 30 minutes a day…
This guide highlights ten role-playing games suitable for short, 30-minute play sessions, catering to busy fans. The list includes titles like West of Loathing, Undertale, and Unicorn Overlord, chosen for their accessible mechanics and engaging gameplay that can be enjoyed in brief intervals.
PAC-MAN Snack Break Animated Series Premieres May 22 on YouTube
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced that the new PAC-MAN animated series, PAC-MAN: Snack Break, will premiere on YouTube on May 22, 2026, with new episodes released monthly. The series is set in New Pac-City and features PAC-MAN alongside a colorful cast of characters. Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac is currently available on multiple platforms.
Monthly Video Game Releases: May 1st to 29th | Console Creatures
Console Creatures provides a comprehensive list of video game releases scheduled for May 2026 across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and other platforms. The article details full game launches, DLC, expansions, demos, and early access titles, along with a preview of June 2026 releases.
Fortnite Is Introducing a "Galaxy" of Star Wars Content, Including a Darth Vader Horror Game
Fortnite is launching a significant Star Wars collaboration starting May 1, featuring three new user-generated games: Galactic Siege, Escape Vader, and Droid Tycoon. The event also includes a watch party for The Mandalorian and Grogu, a sneak peek of an upcoming film, and a Q&A with Jon Favreau. New Star Wars cosmetics will be available throughout May.
Star Wars Invades Fortnite on PS5, PS4 with Three New Game Modes and Plenty More
Fortnite has received a significant update featuring a Star Wars invasion, introducing three new game modes: Galactic Siege, Droid Tycoon, and Escape Vader. Players can also access user-created Star Wars content and unlock themed rewards through weekly quests throughout May. The update is available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
Geppy-X Remaster Adds Toggle Between 1999 and Remastered Visuals
Publisher Bliss Brain and developer Implicit Conversions announced that the 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X will feature an option to switch between its original 1999 visuals and newly remastered graphics. The remaster includes re-digitized Betacam master tapes, upscaled visuals, and restored 24 FPS animation. Geppy-X will be released worldwide on July 16, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes Reveals Zohar DLC Fighter for Summer 2026
Arc System Works and French Bread have announced that Zohar, the fourth DLC character for Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes, will be released in Summer 2026. The fighting game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Bunch of PS5, PS4 Games Delisted From PS Store Without Notice
Several PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games, including EA Sports College Football 25 and Cars 3: Driven to Win, have been delisted from the PlayStation Store without prior notice. The reasons for these removals are speculated to be expiring licenses or other platform-specific issues, impacting games from major publishers like Electronic Arts and indie titles alike.
PS Plus Premium May 2026 Game Revealed Early
Sony has confirmed that the PlayStation 1 classic Time Crisis will be added to the PlayStation Plus Premium catalog in May 2026 for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The game will be available on May 19th, with the full lineup of monthly additions and departures to be announced on May 13th. Time Crisis, a Bandai Namco Entertainment title, will also be available for separate purchase on the PlayStation Store.
PS5 Players Surprised With Free Upgrade of Beloved PS4 RPG
Obsidian Entertainment announced that owners of The Outer Worlds on PlayStation 4, along with its DLC, will receive a free upgrade to the PlayStation 5-exclusive Spacer's Choice Edition on May 27, 2026. After this date, the original PS4 version will be delisted from most platforms, with only PS4 owners able to purchase it via the PS Store.
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes DLC character Zohar announced
Arc System Works and French-Bread have announced Zohar, a new downloadable content character for Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes. Zohar, described as the "Doppelganger," will launch this summer. The game is currently available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition gets major updates and becomes a free upgrade
Obsidian Entertainment has released a significant update for The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition, which will become the only purchasable version of the game on most storefronts after May 27th. Players who own the original The Outer Worlds will receive a free upgrade to the Spacer's Choice Edition. The update includes performance fixes, lighting changes, gameplay improvements, and the addition of grenades, aiming to make this the definitive version of the RPG.
The Outer Worlds Will Offer Free PS5 Remaster Upgrade Amidst Delistings and Price Drops
Obsidian Entertainment announced that players who own the base version of The Outer Worlds on PlayStation 4 before May 27, 2026, will receive a free upgrade to the Spacer's Choice Edition on PlayStation 5. The original version will be delisted from most storefronts on that date, with permanent price drops coming to the Spacer's Choice Edition. New patches are also being released to address performance and gameplay issues in the Spacer's Choice Edition.
The Outer Worlds Base Game to be Delisted, Owners Will be Upgraded to Spacer’s Choice Edition
Obsidian Entertainment announced that all owners of the original The Outer Worlds will receive a free upgrade to The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition. The base game will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 27th, with only the Spacer's Choice Edition remaining available for purchase. Updates for the Spacer's Choice Edition are also being released, addressing performance, gameplay, and lighting issues, and adding grenades as a weapon type.
Evening Consolidation
Sony has confirmed that the Digital Rights Management (DRM) policy for games on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 requires only a one-time check. The game Strange Antiquities is now available on Xbox and PlayStation platforms.