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Fun 2015 PlayStation Vita Action Game Shadow-Dropped on PS5
The 2015 PlayStation Vita action game, The Legend of Dark Witch, has been released on PlayStation 5. Originally developed by INSIDE SYSTEM for Nintendo 3DS in 2014 and later for PS Vita in 2015, the 2D platformer features fast-paced combat, challenging stages, and improved visuals. It is available on the PlayStation Store for $6.99.
Rediscovering my PS Vita has left me despairing for PlayStation's all-digital future
Rediscovering the PlayStation Vita has led to despair over Sony's all-digital future, particularly with the upcoming closure of the Vita's digital store. This move, coupled with the anticipated all-digital nature of the PlayStation 6 and the cessation of physical disc releases by 2028, raises concerns about game preservation and the ability to share or resell games in the future.
FZ Play dör, dör och dör igen i Mortal Shell 2 ikväll
The article highlights the release of Mortal Shell 2, a game described as a 'metal-Dark Souls,' where streamer Wakkaah will be playing and likely dying repeatedly. It also briefly mentions other gaming news, including alleged Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay leaks and sales figures for Alan Wake 2.
Award-Winning 2013 PS4, PS Plus Game Delisted From PlayStation Store
The award-winning 2013 puzzle adventure game, The Bridge, has been delisted from the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 4 without prior warning. While the PS3 and PS Vita versions remain available, the PS4 version is no longer purchasable. The game is still available on Xbox and Steam, and was offered as a PlayStation Plus free game in October 2018.
EXSTETRA Remaster Released
The remastered RPG EXSTETRA has been released on PC via Steam, marking its debut on the platform. This version is a remaster of the game originally launched in Japan for PlayStation Vita and Nintendo 3DS in 2013.
PlayStation 5 Remaster of Beloved PS Vita RPG Gets Release Date
The 2013 Japanese PlayStation Vita RPG Exstetra is receiving a remaster for PlayStation 5 and PC, with the PS5 version scheduled for release on September 3, 2026. Developed by Studio Saizensen and published by Furyu, this marks the game's first global release. The plot involves a protagonist who must kiss others to save two worlds from destruction.
Trying to find a good deal on Saros has made me angrier about PlayStation killing discs – it's anti-consumer and will price gamers out of our hobby
The author expresses frustration over the increasing cost of games and the perceived anti-consumer trend of PlayStation ending physical disc production. This shift, coupled with the decline of physical game deals and the pre-owned market, is seen as pricing gamers out of the hobby and reducing consumer choice.
Former PlayStation head says the rise of AAA games shut down Japan Studio because Sony "wanted to drive hardware…
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida explained that Sony Interactive Entertainment closed Japan Studio in 2021 because its games did not drive console sales, unlike larger AAA titles. He encouraged support for former Japan Studio developers by playing their new games, Slitterhead and Ratatan. Yoshida also noted that while Japan Studio produced creative titles, their smaller scale made them less suitable for the shift towards AAA development on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
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.
The PSN is down, all services offline
The PlayStation Network is currently experiencing a widespread outage, affecting all services including the PlayStation Store and app across multiple platforms like PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The disruption, which began around 1 PM BST, has been attributed to issues with Amazon Web Services. While AWS claims to have resolved the problem, many users are still unable to connect, and Sony has not provided an estimated time for service restoration.
"I should have listened properly to Miyazaki": Ex PlayStation boss admits giving FromSoftware "the lowest number possible" for physical copies of Demon's Souls after getting stuck in its "demanding" starting area
Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida admitted to making a significant mistake with Demon's Souls by underestimating its potential and requesting the lowest possible number of physical copies. This lack of support for FromSoftware's challenging title led Sony to reject signing Dark Souls. Yoshida reflected on his initial difficulty with the game's demanding nature and opaque systems, contrasting it with his later appreciation for the Soulslike genre, even achieving a platinum trophy in Bloodborne.
Final Fantasy X and X-2 on Switch 2 get the job done
The Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster has been released for the Nintendo Switch 2, offering improved resolution and performance compared to the previous Switch version. While not a massive upgrade, it brings the portable experience up to par with PC and other console versions, featuring enhancements like 4K output in TV mode and 1080p in handheld mode, along with gameplay speed-up options. The review notes that while save transfer issues and the lack of upgrade paths for existing Switch owners are drawbacks, it's a solid way to experience these classic RPGs on the go.
Darkest Dungeon is getting its first dollop of DLC in several years, as the gloomy old RPG celebrates its 10th birthday
Developer Red Hook Studios announced Darkest Dungeon: The Fire's Edge, a new DLC for the original Darkest Dungeon, which will add two heroes from Darkest Dungeon 2 and introduce the burn combat mechanic. The DLC, launching August 18th, also includes reworked trinkets and three new Hamlet districts. This release coincides with the first game's 10th anniversary.
Darkest Dungeon is getting its first dollop of DLC in several years, as the gloomy old RPG celebrates its 10th birthday
Red Hook Studios announced Darkest Dungeon: The Fire's Edge, a new DLC for the original Darkest Dungeon, which will add two heroes from Darkest Dungeon 2 and introduce the burn combat mechanic. The DLC, launching August 18th, also includes reworked trinkets and three new Hamlet districts. This release coincides with the first game's 10th birthday, while a future DLC for Darkest Dungeon 2 is planned for early 2027.
Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition Gameplay is Everything Incredible About the Original in 4K
Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition is receiving a remaster with 4K textures, 18 new skins, 50 new lore-filled Standees, and the previously PlayStation Vita-exclusive Relics. Quality-of-life improvements include remappable controls, the ability to skip cutscenes, and faster level-ending animations. The enhanced edition launches on October 1st for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, featuring DualSense haptic feedback on PS5.
Discontinuing physical discs is one thing, but the PlayStation Portal already hints at Sony's worrying ambitions…
The article analyzes Sony's potential shift towards an all-digital and cloud-based future, using the PlayStation Portal as a key indicator of these ambitions. It discusses past attempts like the PSP Go and PlayStation TV, and contrasts Sony's physical-first approach with Valve's digital model, expressing concern over the potential loss of game ownership.
'Yes, that's Counter-Strike on a PSP!': Modder gets favorite PC FPS working on Sony's 22-year-old…
A modder named Yifeng Wang has successfully created a Counter-Strike clone, dubbed OpenStrike, that runs on the 22-year-old PlayStation Portable handheld. This proof-of-concept utilizes a custom Rust-based 3D engine and a JavaScript engine, achieving 60 FPS with a small RAM footprint. The mod also works on the PlayStation Vita and features all eight original Counter-Strike maps.
As Sony prepares to shut down the PS3 store, RPCS3 devs promise “75% of all PlayStation 3 games are now playable…
As Sony prepares to close the PlayStation 3 and Vita digital stores, the developers behind the RPCS3 emulator have announced that 75% of all PlayStation 3 games are now playable on PC. While many major titles are still in progress, the emulator has reached a significant milestone in preserving the console's library.
GOG Wants You To Make Your Own Physical Games
GOG.com has released a tutorial demonstrating how players can create physical backups of their digital PC games to ensure long-term preservation. This initiative addresses concerns about digital-only libraries and the potential disappearance of storefronts, offering a method to 'own' purchased games indefinitely by downloading offline installers and saving them to discs.
Xbox veteran stresses Sony's all-digital future would compromise game ownership: 'Digital is convenient until someone else decides you’ve had enough'
Xbox founder Laura Fryer has criticized Sony's move towards an all-digital future for PlayStation games, warning that it compromises true game ownership. She points to the discontinuation of physical game discs starting in 2028 and the removal of purchased movies from user libraries as evidence of the risks associated with digital convenience. Fryer suggests Sony is following Rockstar Games' lead with the digital-only Grand Theft Auto 6 to normalize this shift, which she believes ultimately harms consumers by eliminating the used game market and backward compatibility.
