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Persona 6 looks like a horror game, and I couldn't be happier
The teaser trailer for Persona 6 suggests a significant shift towards the horror genre, a direction the author enthusiastically supports. While previous Persona games have touched on dark themes and featured horror-like enemies, the new trailer's sinister imagery and body part montages indicate a more direct embrace of horror elements. This potential evolution could elevate the series to new heights.
A LEGENDARY SERIES RETURNS WITH A GRAND NEW ADVENTURE!
Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom is a new action-adventure game developed in collaboration with Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the Wonder Boy in Monster World series. The game features six unique forms with special abilities, over 20 hours of gameplay, hand-drawn animations, and a soundtrack by iconic Japanese composers. It will be available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Mac with support for controllers and Apple Silicon features.
Blood Message Hands-on Preview - Blood of War
A hands-on preview of Blood Message, developed by 24 Entertainment, reveals a polished third-person action-adventure with cinematic flair and punchy combat. Set in 848 AD during the Dunhuang uprising, the game features a single-player story with a camera that seamlessly blends cutscenes and gameplay, similar to God of War. Blood Message is slated for release in 2026/2027 on PC and consoles.
Evening Consolidation
A console launch trailer has been released for Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence. The trailer showcases gameplay and confirms the game will be available on Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Iconic Actor Mark Hamill Joining Third Season of Twisted Metal's TV Show
Iconic actor Mark Hamill is reportedly joining the third season of Peacock's Twisted Metal television series. Hamill, known for his role as Luke Skywalker and voicing the Joker, will star alongside returning leads Anthony Mackie and Stephanie Beatriz. The article also touches on the success of the adaptation and a previously scrapped Twisted Metal game prototype.
House of the Dragon star says he was channeling God of War's Kratos for season 3's Battle of the Gullet:…
House of the Dragon actor Abubakar Salim revealed he drew inspiration from God of War's Kratos for his portrayal of Alyn of Hull, particularly for the character's rage-fueled performance in the upcoming Battle of the Gullet. Salim noted the parallels between Kratos and Alyn as men wronged by their fathers seeking to start anew. The article also briefly mentions the live-action God of War TV show and a new game titled God of War Laufey.
Sony Inzone H6 Air review
The Sony Inzone H6 Air gaming headset offers impressive audio quality, comfort, and useful features at a $200/£180 price point. While it excels in immersion and soundstage, its wired-only connectivity and high cost are notable drawbacks compared to wireless alternatives.
Morning Consolidation
The article mentions potential news regarding Xbox's Project Helix, which might launch without a controller. It also features the console launch trailer for Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence, available on Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Additionally, Super Farming Boy is highlighted as being out now.
Microsoft CEO admits "there's more monetization of Xbox games happening on YouTube" than the company as it tries to "turn this into a sustainable business"
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella stated that the company needs to make Xbox a sustainable business, noting that more monetization of Xbox games occurs on YouTube than within Microsoft itself. He acknowledged industry-wide challenges like rising manufacturing costs and the need to define Xbox's future strategy to ensure economic relevance for both the company and its customers.
BrokenLore: FOLLOW Review | TheXboxHub
BrokenLore: FOLLOW is a prequel first-person horror game that delves into the personal struggles of Anne, focusing on themes of body image and family relationships. While visually and audibly impressive with strong narrative elements, the reviewer found it less resonant than its predecessor, BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW, feeling more like an interlude than a full installment. The game is available on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
Atomic Owl Review | TheXboxHub
Atomic Owl is a roguelite action platformer set in a neon-Japan inspired world with an 80s synth soundtrack. While its unique presentation, talking sword mechanic, and engaging platforming offer replayability, the game suffers from stiff mid-air combat, repetitive boss fights, and a shallow upgrade system, ultimately leaving it feeling hollow despite its potential.
How to Find Any Minecraft Biome Easily
This guide details the console game launch journey in 2026, covering business decisions, costs, and approval processes for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo. It highlights platform-specific requirements, common rejection reasons, and the decision between in-house development or working with a specialist partner.
Hollowbody Review | TheXboxHub
Hollowbody is a survival horror game that pays homage to 1990s classics with its fixed camera angles and deliberate pacing, while also delivering an original story set in a dystopian future Britain. The game excels at building atmosphere through its presentation, environmental storytelling, and audio design, though its combat mechanics are functional rather than refined. Despite its retro-inspired approach, Hollowbody carves out its own identity with a haunting narrative and a bleak, mysterious world.
Sony’s DualShock Controller: Love Redefined
The article discusses the initial unfamiliarity and eventual appreciation for Sony's DualShock controller, contrasting its design with that of the Nintendo 64 controller. It explores the evolution of controller ergonomics and player adaptation.
SteelSeries Unveils Limited-Edition South Park Gaming Collection for 2026 | Invision Game Community
SteelSeries has unveiled a limited-edition collection of gaming peripherals inspired by the animated sitcom South Park, coinciding with the company's 25th anniversary. The collection, featuring a specially designed Arctis Nova 5 Wireless headset and themed QcK mousepads, will launch on June 14, 2026, and will be available across multiple platforms including Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
This new South Park gaming gear from SteelSeries looks exactly as fun as you'd hope
SteelSeries has launched a new line of South Park-themed gaming peripherals, including an Arctis Nova 5 Wireless headset and two QcK Cloth L mousepads featuring the character Towlie and the main South Park boys. The collection is available now, with the mousepads priced at $29.99 and the headset at $159.99.
'Make some noise': Vanillaware reportedly wants more of its games on PC, but it's up to the publishers
Vanillaware founder George Kamitani reportedly desires to bring more of the studio's games to PC, but publisher financing is required for ports. Games journalist James Mielke relayed Kamitani's sentiment, stating that fan demand could influence publishers to finance ports of titles like 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Dragon's Crown, and Odin Sphere. While a PC version of Muramasa: The Demon Blade is confirmed, the studio's back catalog remains largely unavailable on the platform.
The GAME-UK Exclusive Only On PlayStation Slipcases - The AmigaGuru Gamer Blog
This article discusses a limited-edition set of "Only On PlayStation" slipcases exclusively released in the UK through GAME stores for PlayStation 4 titles. The author praises the minimalist design and high quality of the slipcases, noting they slide over original game cases. While the front artwork is lauded, the back covers are criticized for their overly minimalist design lacking essential information.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 637
Several members of the Push Square team are looking forward to some downtime and sharing their weekend gaming plans. Jamie O'Neill is playing LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Sammy Barker is catching up on Wuthering Waves and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Stephen Tailby is giving Mina the Hollower another chance.
Evening Reading - June 12, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news and features, including discussions on Destiny 2 raids, roguelike autoshooters like Blood Dungeon, and the Virtua Fighter series. It also highlights deals for PlayStation and PC, updates on Sea of Thieves and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, and mentions of Pokémon UNITE and Super Mario RPG. The article also touches on unrelated news like SpaceX's IPO and AI model suspensions.
