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Spider-Man: Brand New Day writers confirm Jean Grey didn't kill anyone, which is a good move ahead of the X-Men…
Screenwriters Erik Sommers and Chris McKenna confirmed that Jean Grey, portrayed by Sadie Sink in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, is not directly responsible for any deaths in the film. This clarification is seen as a strategic move ahead of her significant role in the upcoming X-Men movie. The article also mentions other cast members being considered for X-Men roles, including Samara Weaving as Emma Frost and Kit Connor as Cyclops.
Stop Killing Games backs Dutch consumer rights lawsuit against Sony's PlayStation digital store "monopoly"
Stop Killing Games has joined a lawsuit in the Netherlands against Sony, alleging a monopoly on digital game sales through the PlayStation Store. The lawsuit, filed by Stichting Massaschade & Consument on behalf of 1.7 million Dutch users, argues that Sony's exclusive control over its digital storefront is unfair, especially with the phasing out of physical discs. This situation is contrasted with the PC market, which benefits from multiple competing digital storefronts.
Sony announces new Ghost of Yotei expansion and Complete Edition, but the upgrade cost is a slap in the face for day-one…
Sony has announced Ghost of Yotei: The Complete Edition, launching October 1, 2026, which includes the new Echoes of Sekigahara expansion and a roguelike survival mode called Most Wanted. Existing owners will need to pay $14.99 to upgrade their copies, a price point criticized as unfair, especially for digital deluxe edition owners. A free patch will also add quality-of-life features and a Beauty of Yotei mode for all players.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for August 2026 Confirmed
Sony has confirmed the lineup for the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog in August 2026. The featured titles include Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, and Vampire Survivors, offering subscribers a selection of popular games.
God of War star Christopher Judge criticizes The Last of Us and similar adaptations for excluding people who made the…
God of War actor Christopher Judge criticizes video game adaptations for failing to hire the original game developers and writers. He cites The Last of Us and the upcoming God of War TV series as examples of this trend, questioning why creators don't leverage the talent that built the source material.
PlayStation Plus Extra, Premium August Games Include Fan-Favorites
Sony has announced the games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers in August 2026. The lineup includes Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Vampire Survivors, and several other titles, with classics like Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams and Disney’s Atlantis: The Lost Empire available for Premium subscribers.
Sony has 'zero understanding for what their customers want' says gaming preservation group
Gaming preservation advocate Clemens Istel criticizes Sony and other companies for disregarding customer rights and pushing towards digital-only distribution, potentially leading to games becoming inaccessible. He highlights issues with physical game compatibility and the loss of true ownership, contrasting console practices with the more DRM-free options available on PC.
Marvel's Wolverine PS5 Bundle Price Revealed for Southeast Asia — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Sony has revealed the pricing for the limited edition Marvel's Wolverine PlayStation 5 Digital Edition bundle and related accessories in Southeast Asia, with pre-orders starting August 19. While pricing for Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand has been confirmed, the bundle will not officially launch in the Philippines. This marks the first limited edition PS5 bundle for a PlayStation exclusive in a while to omit a disc-based console option.
Ghost of Yōtei: Complete Edition is coming to PS5 later this year, with new story additions, a new roguelike survival mode, and more
Sony and PlayStation have announced Ghost of Yōtei: Complete Edition for PlayStation 5, launching October 1, 2026. This definitive version includes all original content, new story additions titled Echoes of Sekigahara, a new roguelike survival mode called Most Wanted, and other enhancements. An upgrade option will be available for existing owners.
Stop Killing Games joins Dutch consumer rights lawsuit as its founder talks about its mission in an interview
The Stop Killing Games movement has joined a Dutch consumer rights lawsuit against Sony, arguing that the company's discontinuation of physical game releases is anti-consumer. The lawsuit, filed by Stichting Massaschade & Consument, seeks alternatives to the PlayStation Store, fair pricing, and refunds for alleged overcharges. In an interview, Stop Killing Games founder Ross Scott emphasized the importance of game preservation and publishers' responsibility for end-of-life plans.
PS5 Exclusive Ghost of Yōtei Is Getting a New Narrative Expansion, New Combat Survival Mode, and More as Part of a Complete Edition
Sony has announced the Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition for PlayStation 5, which includes a new narrative expansion and a combat survival mode. Further details on the content are expected soon.
Sony Predicts Influx of New Players as Helldivers 2 Drops on the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog Alongside New Update and Warhammer 40,000 Warbond
Helldivers 2 has been added to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, coinciding with a major update and the release of the Warhammer 40,000 crossover Warbond. Sony anticipates this will attract a new wave of players to the game.
PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium Games For August 2026 Includes Helldivers 2
Helldivers 2 will be available on PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium starting August 12, 2026. Developer Arrowhead announced the inclusion of the popular co-op shooter, which also received a new DLC expansion titled Devoid of Liberty. The article also reminds readers that nine games will be leaving the service on August 18.
PlayStation 5 Users Can Play Major Upcoming RPG for Free Soon, Per Leak
A leak from the PlayStation Store suggests that a demo for the upcoming 2026 PlayStation 5 exclusive RPG, Phantom Blade Zero, will be available for free soon. The listing was quickly removed, but indicated an announcement is imminent, possibly around the upcoming State of Play event focused on the game.
Upcoming 2026 PS5 Exclusive RPG Gets Its Own PlayStation Show
Sony announced that Phantom Blade Zero, an upcoming PlayStation 5 and PC exclusive action RPG, will be featured in a dedicated PlayStation State of Play event on August 17th. The showcase will feature nearly 20 minutes of gameplay and will not include other announcements. Preorders for the game, which releases on October 29, 2026, are now live with standard and deluxe editions available.
"I'm not interested in bypassing DRM" - Preservationist brings back physical PC games using discs and…
Preservationist Ryan Enstrom is creating physical PC game discs and cartridges using existing storage media like SD cards, USB sticks, and even old HDDs. These physical copies can be used with storefronts like GOG, Steam, and the Xbox app without bypassing DRM. The project aims to keep physical media alive and demonstrates that digital collections can be made tangible.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day forgets some of The Punisher's Netflix history, and fans aren't happy
Fans are unhappy with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, pointing out that the film appears to forget key aspects of The Punisher's Netflix history, specifically Frank Castle's relationships with Matt Murdock and Curtis. While some argue the comment was a throwaway line, others emphasize that the Netflix shows are now MCU canon.
Phantom Blade Zero State Of Play Set For Next Week, And Yes, That’s Donnie Yen In The New Trailer
Sony announced a State of Play broadcast for August 17th focusing on Phantom Blade Zero, featuring a new trailer with action star Donnie Yen, who served as a creative consultant and provided motion capture. The developer S-Game will showcase new characters and combat customization. The game, inspired by Chinese Wuxia films, has been delayed to October 29th.
Sony Announces Phantom Blade Zero State of Play and Everyone Knows How the Chat Is Going to Go
Sony has announced that the action game Phantom Blade Zero will be featured in an upcoming State of Play presentation. The announcement has already generated discussion online, with many users expressing frustration regarding Sony's perceived discontinuation of physical media support for its consoles.
Marvel Tōkon Fighting Souls Is a Hit on PS5, but PC Players Are Getting a Rough Deal
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls offers a visually impressive fighting experience on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro, boasting a strong art style and stable 60 FPS performance. While the console versions are technically polished, the PC version faces significant issues with stuttering and inconsistent frame rates, despite having superior image quality when running optimally. Arc Systems Works is urged to address these PC performance problems to ensure a comparable experience across all platforms.
