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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.
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.
Stop Killing Games join lawsuit against the PlayStation Store's "Sony Tax," in latest venture beyond game preservation
Game preservation advocates Stop Killing Games have joined a Dutch lawsuit against Sony and the PlayStation Store, alleging monopolistic practices and an illegal "Sony Tax" on digital games. The group is also involved in broader consumer advocacy efforts, including opposing VPN bans and social media age verification plans.
GTA 6’s $100 Ultimate Edition Has More Pre-Orders Than the Standard Edition, Says Take-Two CEO
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed that the premium edition of Grand Theft Auto 6 is outselling the standard edition in pre-orders, suggesting avid consumers are driving early sales. The Ultimate Edition, priced at $99.99, offers exclusive in-game content and services. The game is set to release on November 19th for Xbox Series X and PC.
Halloween: The Game is banned in Australia because incentivized drug use is bad but incentivized ultra-violence…
Illfonic's upcoming multiplayer horror game, Halloween: The Game, has been banned in Australia and New Zealand by the Australian Classifications Board. The ban is not due to the presence of Michael Myers or the game's violence, but rather the incentivized depiction of controlled substance use, specifically marijuana, which grants survivors a gameplay advantage. This decision means the game will not be available for purchase in either country.
Fan Favorite 2025 PS5 Action Game 60% Off on PlayStation Store
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a remaster of the 2004 game, is currently available for 60% off on the PlayStation Store. The action game, originally released in 2025, follows Naked Snake on a mission in 1964 and features updated graphics, 3D audio, and a new online multiplayer mode. This sale is for a limited time, with the game priced at $27.99.
Games Inbox: Are user reviews for video games reliable?
Readers discuss the reliability of user reviews for video games, with many expressing skepticism due to fanboyism and review bombing, favoring curated professional reviews or Steam's larger user base. The letters also touch on game release schedules, the evolution of game development timelines, the importance of modern-day storytelling in the Assassin's Creed series, and the business practices of companies like EA.
Sunday Consolidation
The closure of the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3 has led to a significant increase in the prices of digital games for the console. This event highlights concerns about game preservation and the long-term availability of digital titles on older platforms.
The PlayStation Store and Network are down – a great sign for Sony's all-digital, no-disc future
The PlayStation Store and PlayStation Network experienced widespread outages, affecting users' ability to purchase, download, and access games and features across all PlayStation platforms, including the PlayStation 5 and PS Vita. This incident highlights concerns about the reliability of digital-only gaming ecosystems, especially in light of Sony's planned discontinuation of physical game support in 2028.
Minecraft promo codes for Jul 2026 | 10% OFF
This guide details how to use promotional codes for Minecraft merchandise purchased through the official Minecraft Shop. It clarifies that these codes are not valid for digital products or console store purchases. The article also outlines shipping options, the returns policy, and various saving tips, including sales, volume discounts, newsletter sign-ups, and how PC Gamer sources and tests coupon codes.
Midday Consolidation
Dying Light: The Beast has dropped support for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, joining a growing trend of games skipping last-generation consoles. Meanwhile, the PlayStation Store's Summer Sale is set to begin on July 15.
Acclaimed 2024 PS5 Adventure Game 70% Off on PlayStation Store
The interactive fiction adventure game As Dusk Falls, originally an Xbox exclusive, is currently available for 70% off on the PlayStation Store for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. This limited-time deal brings the cross-buy title down to $8.99, its lowest price to date, and ends soon.
Former PlayStation Store boss says retail price is "set directly by the publisher" as digital draws ire for being more costly than the physical discs Sony is killing
A former head of the PlayStation Store, Gordon Thornton, stated that publishers, not Sony, set the recommended retail prices for games on the platform. This comes amid concerns that digital game prices are higher than physical copies and that Sony's move away from physical discs in 2028 will exacerbate this issue. Thornton's comments contrast with previous legal claims where Sony suggested it set retail prices under a wholesale model.
2024 PS5, PS4 RPG Already Delisted From PS Store, No Warning
The 2024 RPG Star Trek: Legends has been removed from the PlayStation Store without prior warning, adding to concerns about a digital-only future for games. Developed by Emerald City Games and published by QubicGames, the title was released just 1.5 years ago. This marks the fourth Star Trek game delisted in less than a year, leaving only Star Trek Online available on the platform.
Engagement Ring
Grand Theft Auto 6 has become the top-selling game on the PlayStation Store globally. This indicates significant player interest and demand for the upcoming title across multiple regions.
Gaming Tech Gift Ideas for Casual Players | Invision Game Community
This guide focuses on gift ideas for casual gamers, emphasizing accessible and user-friendly accessories over high-spec hardware. Recommendations include comfortable headsets, ergonomic controllers, and gift cards for major platforms like PlayStation Store, Xbox, Steam, and Nintendo eShop. For mobile gamers, phone stands and portable chargers are suggested as practical options.
MMO Business Roundup: Global games revenue, Sony’s store lawsuit, and Microsoft’s impending ‘bloodbath’
This industry roundup covers several key topics: Sony faces a lawsuit over its PlayStation Store "buy now" buttons, global games revenue reached $201.6 billion in 2025 with mobile dominating sales, and Microsoft is reportedly preparing for significant layoffs within its Xbox division.
SPORTAL OUT NOW ON ALL PLATFORMS
SPORTAL, a roguelite arena FPS developed by Sleepwalking Potatoes, is now available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms, and launches today on Nintendo Switch and Epic Games Store. The game features a unique arsenal of sports equipment used to battle 1950s B-movie monsters across retro pixelated arenas.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Charting Strongly in Pre-Orders on the PlayStation Store
Halo: Campaign Evolved is experiencing strong pre-order numbers on the PlayStation Store, with its Standard Edition topping charts in the UK and showing significant interest in other regions. The game's upcoming launch on July 28th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC highlights the potential of cross-platform releases and raises questions about the platform strategy for other franchises like Gears of War.
Resident Evil: Veronica Surpasses 1 Million Wishlists on Steam and PlayStation Store
Capcom announced that Resident Evil: Veronica has achieved over 1 million wishlists on Steam and the PlayStation Store less than a week after its announcement. This milestone indicates significant player interest in the upcoming title.