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Rayman Legends Retold Will Have Astro Bot Easter Egg
Ubisoft announced that Rayman Legends Retold, launching December 3, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and other platforms, will feature an outfit for Rayman inspired by Astro Bot. This collaboration is a mutual tribute, with Rayman having previously appeared in Astro Bot. The teams collaborated to blend Astro Bot's futuristic design with Rayman's organic style.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Out Now on PS Store, 2 PS5 Versions Available
Activision's tactical game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has launched on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro. Developed by Infinity Ward, the game features a campaign set during a North Korean invasion, multiplayer modes, and a DMZ extraction mode. Two editions are available: Standard for $69.99 and Vault Edition for $99.99, with the latter including bonus cosmetic items and a season of BlackCell.
CD Projekt Red reassures players The Witcher 3 Switch 2 patch still due, as update rolls out for PS5 and PS5 Pro
CD Projekt Red has released a stability update for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered on PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro. The studio also reassured players that a patch for the Nintendo Switch 2, aimed at improving visual clarity, is still in development and will be released as soon as possible.
Metro 2039 Pre-Orders Begin on October 13th to 14th, Physical Editions Include Game Disc – Rumor
Rumors suggest pre-orders for Metro 2039 will begin on October 13th or 14th, with physical editions including a game disc. Three editions are expected: Day One, Deluxe, and a Collector's Edition. The game is slated for release on February 4th, 2027, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, featuring a performance mode with ray tracing at 60 FPS on consoles.
Metro Redux's Next-Gen Update arrives this month as franchise passes 50 million sales
4A Games is releasing a free next-gen update for Metro 2033 Redux and Metro Last Light Redux on October 22nd for PC and October 29th for consoles. This update coincides with the Metro franchise surpassing 50 million sales worldwide. The enhancements include 4K textures, improved animations, and platform-specific features like DualSense and Xbox Impulse Triggers, aiming to prepare players for the upcoming Metro 2039.
"AI upscaling is coming to PS5": Sony's base console is getting its own version of the PS5 Pro feature I've been jealous about for 2 years
Sony Interactive Entertainment is bringing its AI upscaling technology, previously exclusive to the PS5 Pro, to the base PlayStation 5 console. This new feature, called Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR), aims to improve image detail and stability in games like Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Patch Notes Detail PlayStation 5 Enhancements & New Features
A new patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered introduces significant enhancements for PlayStation 5, including multithreaded rendering, improved lighting, and enhanced motion blur. The update also brings substantial gameplay changes like a reworked skill system, equipment reforging, polished combat, and UI/accessibility improvements, alongside expanded Photo Mode features. The remaster is set to release on September 29, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Patch Notes Detail PlayStation 5 Enhancements & New Features
A new patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered introduces significant enhancements for PlayStation 5, including multithreaded rendering, improved lighting, and enhanced motion blur. The update also brings substantial gameplay changes like a reworked skill system, equipment reforging, polished combat, and UI/accessibility improvements, alongside expanded Photo Mode features. The remaster is set to release on September 29, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Project Helix more powerful than PS6 reveals new leak that implies 2027 launch
A new leak from insider Kepler_L2 suggests Microsoft's next-generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will launch in 2027 with 56 teraflops of power, surpassing Sony's PlayStation 6 which is rumored to have 40 teraflops. While teraflops are an indicator of graphical capability, other factors influence overall performance. The article also notes that a potential cross-generation overlap and high costs could impact the utilization of these new consoles' power.
What's new in The Witcher 3 Remastered?
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered will include significant upgrades beyond just visuals, featuring enhanced combat, revamped mount handling, a new skill tree, and improved traversal. This free upgrade for existing owners also introduces new Witcher Signs FX, transmogrification, and expanded photo mode, alongside technical improvements like ray tracing and updated textures.
PlayStation 5's latest firmware update takes Community Activity out of beta, but it's missing a key feature
Sony has released a new PlayStation 5 firmware update that brings the Community Activity widget out of beta for all users. While the feature now includes 'Trending Now' and 'Top 10' views, it notably omits the player count data that was present in the beta version, a move that draws comparison to Steam's features. The update also includes unchanged features like default PlayStation's image upscaling tech (PSSR) for PS5 Pro and regional Bluetooth toggles.
New PS5 Update Is Out Now, And Sony Actually Added Some New Features
Sony has released a new PlayStation 5 system software update, version 26.06-14.00.00, which includes several new features and improvements. The update enables enhanced PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) by default for PS5 Pro consoles, adds a speaker indicator for voice chats, and introduces new widgets to the home screen, including a trending tab for popular games.
Control Resonant Features 60 FPS Performance Mode on Consoles, “Plays Well” on PS5 Pro
Remedy has confirmed that Control Resonant will feature a 60 FPS Performance Mode on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, with an option to choose between performance and quality modes. While the PS5 Pro version is optimized and "plays well," specific details on resolution and performance are still forthcoming. The game is set to launch on September 24th for consoles and PC.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Interview – Scary Xenomorphs, Game Balance, Class Progression, And More
Developers from Cold Iron Studios discuss Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, detailing improvements to class distinction, combat mechanics with new damage types, and more aggressive Xenomorph AI. They also cover progression systems, balancing for four-player co-op, and performance targets for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
The Blood of Dawnwalker is getting a 60fps mode on PS5 and Xbox Series X, after all
Developer Rebel Wolves has confirmed that The Blood of Dawnwalker will feature a 60fps Performance Mode on PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X, available via a day one patch. While the Series S will be capped at 30fps, the developer stated that the 60fps mode was in development and testing, and they wanted to ensure its stability before announcing it. The vampire action RPG is set to release on September 3rd.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker Devs Heard Your 60fps Requests And Have Good News For Console Players
Developer Rebel Wolves has confirmed that The Blood of Dawnwalker will feature a 60fps Performance Mode on PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X, available via a day-one patch. The game will also offer Balanced (40fps) and Quality (30fps) modes on these consoles, while the Xbox Series S will target 30fps. The studio, which includes former The Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077 developers, responded to player feedback requesting higher frame rates.
Konami investigating Silent Hill 2 Performance Mode issues after latest PS5 patch
Konami is investigating performance issues on PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro for the Silent Hill 2 remake following the release of Patch 1.07. Players have reported problems with crushed blacks and overly dark shadows specifically in Performance Mode after the update, which was intended to improve visual fidelity.
Sony is Testing PS5 Pro Update That Enables Enhanced PSSR By Default – Rumor
Sony is reportedly testing a beta system software update for the PlayStation 5 Pro that will enable the "Enhance PSSR Image Quality" feature by default for all supported games. While users can still disable the feature, it will be automatically applied to games that support even the older version of PSSR. This move suggests Sony's growing confidence in its AI-based image upscaling technology, which has seen improvements and is being developed in collaboration with AMD.
A new PS5 firmware beta update is here, and it's good news for PS5 Pro owners
A new beta firmware update for the PlayStation 5 introduces the PSSR 2.0 upscaling technology as the default option for PS5 Pro owners and adds the ability to disable Bluetooth entirely in select regions. The Bluetooth feature is intended for environments like esports venues to simplify controller pairing.
Tentpole Xbox release Halo: Campaign Evolved performs better on the PlayStation 5, with the PS5 Pro providing the best experience
A performance analysis of Halo: Campaign Evolved reveals that the game runs best on the PlayStation 5, with the PS5 Pro offering the optimal experience. While the game performs well across all tested platforms including Xbox Series X and S, the PlayStation versions exhibit fewer cutscene stutters and a slightly cleaner image due to PSSR technology on the Pro model.
