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Until Dawn Developer Announces Massive Layoffs
Supermassive Games, the developer behind Until Dawn and The Quarry, has conducted massive layoffs, releasing over 70 employees across various departments. This follows a previous wave of downsizing in February 2024 and a consultation that put over 75 employees at risk. The company's parent, Nordisk Games, has not commented, but the restructuring is likely due to rising production costs and industry shifts.
The Sunday Papers
This week's gaming news roundup covers several distinct topics. Papers, Please is highlighted for its poignant exploration of identity and documentation, while the VR game Gunman Contracts is criticized for common VR foibles despite glimpses of potential. Concerns are raised about potential layoffs at The Coalition following Gears of War: E-Day, alongside broader industry layoffs driven by AI and economic pressures. The article also touches on Hollywood's history of fads leading to flops and features an interview with an artist creating humorous street art.
PSA: Please Allow My Very Expensive Steam Frame Mistake To Help You, Fellow Glasses Wearers
A glasses-wearing user details their frustrating experience with the expensive Steam Frame, finding it unusable due to their eyewear not fitting despite the included spacer. The article highlights the importance of checking the maximum glasses width specification (140mm) and notes that prescription lens inserts from Zenni are out of stock, making the $1,059 device a costly paperweight for some.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide September 29, 2026
Sony has updated the PlayStation Store with new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. This week's PlayStation Plus Essential lineup includes Chained Echoes and MLB the Show 26. Numerous other games across various genres are also now available.
For the first time in 60 years, Sony will skip the huge convention it once used to reveal the PS5 logo because now it’s focusing on "technology geared to support creators"
Sony will not attend the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in 2027, marking its first absence in 60 years. The company cited a focus on "entertainment, intellectual property, and technology geared to support creators" as the reason for the shift away from large industry events.
Sony to skip CES 2027 for first time since expo's inaugural event in 1967
Sony will not attend the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in 2027, marking its first absence since the event's inception in 1967. The company stated this decision reflects a shift in focus towards "entertainment, intellectual property, and technology geared to support creators." This marks a departure from its traditional presence, which often included PlayStation hardware announcements.
For The First Time Ever, Sony Skips CES, Which Was Home To One Of PlayStation’s Silliest Announcements
Sony will not attend the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January 2027, marking the first time since its debut in 1967. The company stated a shift in focus towards entertainment, including games, anime, films, and music, rather than technology-focused events like CES. Historically, PlayStation has made announcements at CES, such as the PlayStation 5 logo reveal in 2020 and the PlayStation VR2 unveiling in 2022.
The Meta Quest 4 isn't a Meta Quest at all - The brand's VR glasses will launch in Spring for $1,299 and…
Meta is launching its new VR Glasses in Spring 2027 for $1,299, focusing on a mixed-reality, wearable AI experience rather than being a direct successor to the Quest line. These glasses feature high-resolution displays and a lightweight design but have a limited field of view and do not include controllers, suggesting a primary focus on entertainment and spatial computing over gaming. Significant privacy concerns are raised regarding the device's always-on camera and AI capabilities.
'This Has to Be a Sick Joke' — the Next Ace Attorney Game Is a VR Exclusive and Fans Can't Quite Believe It
A new Ace Attorney title has been announced, but it is a virtual reality exclusive, leading to fan disbelief and disappointment. The announcement has been met with a strong negative reaction from the fanbase.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide September 22, 2026
Sony has announced the latest PlayStation Store update for September 22, 2026, featuring new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The update includes the PlayStation Plus Essential lineup for September, with games like Chained Echoes and MLB the Show 26 available.
Fun 2019 PS4 Action Game Delisted Without Notice, Players Upset
The 2019 PlayStation 4 action-platformer Trover Saves the Universe, developed and published by Squanch Games, has been delisted from the PlayStation Store and other digital storefronts without prior notice. This sudden removal has left players upset, as the game, which features voice work by Justin Roiland, can no longer be purchased digitally. Physical copies remain available.
Jag hatar skräckspel i VR
The author expresses a strong dislike for horror games experienced in virtual reality, finding them too intense and personal compared to traditional screen-based horror. While enjoying horror as a genre and specific titles like Alien: Isolation and Resident Evil 7, the immersive nature of VR makes the experience overwhelmingly frightening and unpleasant, leading to a desire to avoid it.
Acclaimed Resident Evil PS4 & PS5 Game 75% Off on PlayStation Store
Capcom is offering a 75% discount on Resident Evil Village for both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, bringing the price down to $9.99 until September 24, 2026. The acclaimed survival horror title, which supports VR Mode on PSVR 2 and is PS5 Pro Enhanced, is a sequel to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and follows Ethan Winters on a quest to rescue his daughter.
The Pimax Dream Air costs double the Steam Frame, and while its visuals are worth every penny, its performance demands and inconsistencies make it hard to recommend
The Pimax Dream Air VR headset offers exceptional visual fidelity and a lightweight design, but its high price, performance demands, and software inconsistencies make it difficult to recommend. Despite its stunning visuals, frequent crashes and volatile performance, even on high-end hardware, detract significantly from the experience.
PS5 fans troll Sony over whether its new headsets are digital or not
Sony announced new PlayStation Pulse and Pulse Edge wireless headsets for the PlayStation 5, but the announcement was met with widespread criticism online. Fans are complaining about Sony's recent business decisions, including abandoning physical games and the perceived poor quality of previous headsets, overshadowing the new product details.
G'AIM'E shows off fresh "Pro" and "Lite" Lightgun prototypes that ditch the AI camera, and they could feel more like my favorite PS2 gun for modern screens
Tassei Denki has unveiled new 'Pro' and 'Lite' prototypes for its G'AIM'E lightgun, moving away from AI cameras to utilize gyro and wireless capabilities for modern screens. These prototypes, shown at Tokyo Game Show, aim to offer improved accuracy and lower latency, potentially working with PC and older consoles like the PlayStation 2.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide September 15, 2026
Sony has announced the latest PlayStation Store update for September 15, 2026, featuring new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The update includes the PlayStation Plus Essential lineup with games like Chained Echoes and MLB the Show 26, alongside numerous other PS4 and PS5 titles.
After two weeks with Steam Frame, Valve's latest is now my go-to VR headset, but my recommendation comes with some important caveats
Valve's Steam Frame VR headset offers a comfortable and lightweight design with impressive PC-to-headset streaming capabilities, making it a compelling option for PC VR enthusiasts. However, its standalone performance is inconsistent and less polished than competitors like the Meta Quest 3, and its high price point may be a barrier for many.
I've been using the Steam Frame for 3 weeks—here's what I think
After three weeks of testing, the Steam Frame is hailed as the best all-round VR headset, praised for its comfort, ease of use, and excellent tracking. Despite its high price point and some display limitations compared to competitors like the Meta Quest 3, its seamless wireless streaming and integrated SteamOS offer a convenient and immersive PC VR experience.
PS Store Drops Intriguing PS5 Action Game in Time for Halloween
The PlayStation Store has released the VR action game Drop Dead: The Cabin for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2. Originally launched for Meta Quest in early 2023, the game supports solo play and up to four-player co-op, tasking players with surviving waves of creatures in a cabin. It is priced at $24.99 and has received positive early reviews.
