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Turnip Mountain Wants You To Climb Smarter, Not Harder!
Turnip Mountain, a physics-based climbing adventure game developed and published by JanduSoft, has launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a unique two-handed control system where each arm is controlled independently, requiring players to carefully manage balance and momentum. It also includes a local co-op mode where two players control one arm each, and offers multiple routes and unlockable cosmetic rewards.
Mechaconda Slithers Onto PC And Console – Bullet Hell Mayhem And A Mechanical Twist
Mechaconda, an arcade shooter combining snake-like growth mechanics with roguelite progression and bullet hell elements, is now available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £6.69. Developed by Nato Games and published by QUByte Interactive, the game features a mechanical serpent battling Dr. EVIL's forces with upgradeable weapon segments and multiple game modes.
Final Fantasy 7 remake director says he hopes Revelation will get 'some kind of physical edition' despite the industry and Sony's 'shift away' from discs
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi hopes for a physical edition of the game, despite Sony's shift away from discs. He acknowledges the industry trend towards digital distribution but believes there's still a place for physical copies, potentially including codes or key cards. Hamaguchi also expressed a desire to preserve the culture of physical game ownership and fan interaction.
GTA 6 download codes will expire 170 days after launch in Japan
Grand Theft Auto 6 download codes will expire in Japan on May 8, 2027, 170 days after the game's November 19 launch, due to regional regulations concerning digital code sellers. This regulation requires funds to be reserved for products expiring in over six months. Sony's decision to discontinue physical disc production for new PlayStation games starting January 2028 was also mentioned in relation to the shift towards digital formats.
Square Enix can't confirm a Final Fantasy 7 Revelation physical disc, but at least game director Hamaguchi is pushing for one
Square Enix has not yet confirmed if Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, set for a spring 2027 release, will have a physical disc edition, though game director Naoki Hamaguchi is advocating for one. Discussions are ongoing regarding the product lineup, with Hamaguchi hoping to offer a physical version similar to the multi-disc releases of Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
PlayStation ditching physical games is "a bridge across the bad years" of high hardware costs, analyst says, but it means "casuals and youngsters will drift off to mobile, PC, and free-to-play even faster"
Industry analyst Rhys Elliott suggests Sony's decision to phase out physical PlayStation games by 2028 is a short-term strategy to offset high hardware costs. While it may improve margins during a difficult period, it risks alienating budget-conscious and younger players who might then drift to mobile, PC, or free-to-play markets.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Could Be Much Bigger Than Anyone Expected
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, developed by Arc System Works, is poised to be a significant entry in the fighting game genre with its intuitive mechanics, striking visuals, and innovative 4v4 tag-team system. The game aims to balance accessibility for newcomers with the mechanical depth required by competitive players, featuring a simplified control scheme alongside intricate mechanics like team orders and resource management. While potential concerns exist regarding the launch roster size and monetization, the game's ambitious design and Sony Interactive Entertainment's backing suggest it could set a new benchmark for tag-team fighters.
PlayStation’s Physical Games Still Sell Millions, Shows Data
Data indicates that physical PlayStation game discs continue to sell millions of units, despite ongoing debates about the future of physical media. This suggests a significant portion of the gaming community still prefers physical copies over digital downloads.
Capcom expects 95% of its game sales to be digital in the next year, and it's pretty much already there thanks…
Capcom's latest financial report indicates that digital game sales accounted for over 93% of its revenue in the quarter ending June 2026, with expectations to reach 95.4% by March 2027. While PC sales heavily influence this trend, console digital sales are also significantly higher than physical, leading to discussions about the future of physical media.
Elder Scrolls Online’s newly launched quest involves Uncle Sheogorath and cheese, of course
The Elder Scrolls Online has released a new story questline titled 'Sheogorath Takes a Holiday,' available for all players. This update features the Daedric Prince Sheogorath and his obsession with cheese as players embark on six new quests across Tamriel. The quest is free for all players and introduces a new Blessed Cheese emote, alongside a Golden Pursuits campaign running until August 12th.
An Xbox outage left physical games unplayable, tech lead says Microsoft is working to make sure that never happens again
Microsoft's Chief Technology Officer Scott Van Vliet stated that an Xbox outage which rendered some physical games unplayable should not have occurred. The company is investigating the issue, which involved disc-based entitlement checks preventing access, and plans to implement a fix in a future update to ensure this does not happen again.
Case Solved: The London Files Opens
Case Solved: The London Files, a new detective puzzle game from developer and publisher Minimol Games, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile platforms. The game challenges players to solve crimes using logic and deduction in a "cozy noir" atmosphere set in 1960s London, featuring three handcrafted investigations.
Rockstar Co-Founder And GTA Co-Creator On Physical Games: Companies Should Provide It If People Want It
Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser stated that companies should provide physical game discs if consumers want them, despite his personal indifference. He also acknowledged the benefits of digital games for updates and fixes. Sony is phasing out disc support for PlayStation in 2028, a move experts attribute to increased control and profitability, while Grand Theft Auto 6 will be a digital-exclusive with a code in the box.
The King is Watching – And He Deserves Your Full Attention
The King is Watching, a unique blend of city builder, roguelite, and tower defense, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC for £12.49. The game requires players to constantly monitor their kingdom to maintain productivity, offering a frantic balancing act with roguelite elements ensuring replayability. The Xbox version includes the Volcano Update from day one, and the game has received a 5/5 review score.
One of the best sim racing brands for Xbox and PC is finally partnering with PlayStation, but I hope it can hold onto…
Moza Racing, a popular sim racing hardware brand known for its value on PC and Xbox, is officially partnering with PlayStation and Polyphony Digital. This collaboration will result in an officially licensed, Gran Turismo-branded sim racing wheel controller, aiming to make professional-grade sim racing more accessible to PlayStation gamers. The partnership signifies a major expansion for Moza into the PlayStation ecosystem, with further announcements expected.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 devs are working on a Nintendo Switch 2 version, but note the "big technical challenge" of getting it up and running
Sandfall Interactive is exploring a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, but acknowledges the significant technical challenges due to the platform's power limitations compared to PlayStation and Xbox Series X. The developers are relying on Unreal Engine 5 updates, such as Lumen Lite, to make the port feasible, though no release window has been announced.
Cowabunga! Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Welcomes The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are now playable characters in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds with the release of the "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pack" DLC. This pack includes all four turtles, their unique vehicles, a new New York City themed race track, and additional cosmetic items. The DLC is available for purchase on PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
Tom Holland says Spider-Man's fight moves in Brand New Day were influenced by Insomniac's game finishers
Tom Holland revealed that the fight choreography in Spider-Man: Brand New Day was heavily influenced by the finishing moves seen in Insomniac's Spider-Man video game series. The film's stunt team also drew inspiration from the games, screen-grabbing moves to incorporate into the movie's action sequences. The Brand New Day suit has also been added to Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
Wake Up, Lia! Is An Emotional Precision Platforming Adventure
Wake Up, Lia!, a narrative precision platformer developed by SMV Games and published by Eastasiasoft, has launched today on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game challenges players to guide the protagonist Lia through 20 handcrafted stages, overcoming deadly traps and obstacles to recover lost memories and confront trauma.
The Relic: First Guardian Team Focused on “Stable Console Experience,” PlayStation Info Coming Soon
The developers of The Relic: First Guardian are prioritizing a stable console experience for their action RPG. More information regarding PlayStation platforms will be released soon.
