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2024 PS5 Open World Adventure Game Just $5.99 on PS Store
Ubisoft's 2024 PlayStation 5 open-world action-adventure game, Skull and Bones, is available for $5.99 on the PlayStation Store, an 80% discount from its original $29.99 price. This limited-time deal, which marks the game's lowest price to date, ends next Thursday, May 28, 2026. Skull and Bones, conceived as a live service spin-off of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag's naval combat, received mixed reviews upon its release.
Blades of Fire True Ending Guide - Good Ending
This guide details how to achieve the true ending in Blades of Fire, a dark fantasy action-adventure game available on PC via Steam. Players must collect all 13 tablet fragments by finding blue gems and then use a specific weapon rune in the library to obtain a book. This allows access to a puzzle that ultimately lets the player revive Nerea for a new ending.
Lego Batman Is The Arkham Sequel You've Been Waiting For In More Ways Than One
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a competent successor to the Arkham series, featuring familiar combat and open-world exploration, though it falls short in stealth mechanics and original storytelling. Developed in part by Rocksteady Studios, the game captures the essence of the Arkham games with "Arkham Lite" gameplay and a Gotham City reminiscent of Arkham City and Arkham Knight.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Might Be Adding As Many Problems As It's Fixing
A preview of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced reveals a remake that aims to fix issues with the original while potentially introducing new problems. While the enhanced opening and some mission adjustments are praised, concerns are raised about the inconsistent cutscene quality, potential removal of the modern-day storyline, and changes to Edward Kenway's characterization. The preview also noted significant bugs in the build, leaving the combat's quality uncertain.
Fatekeeper Enters Early Access on June 2nd, Full Version Promises 15 Hours of Gameplay
THQ Nordic's Fatekeeper will launch into Early Access on PC on June 2nd, developed by the 13-person team at Paraglacial. The fantasy action adventure will offer approximately two hours of gameplay at launch, with the full version planned to be around 15 hours. The game will be discounted during Early Access, with pricing details to be announced soon.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Includes 8 New End-Game Missions Against a Pirate Hunter
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will feature eight new end-game missions where players control Edward Kenway battling pirate hunter Robert Miller, potentially resolving plot threads related to Blackbeard's fate. The remake, launching July 9th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, also includes new side missions and character quests, adding approximately six hours of gameplay.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Review – Brick By Brick
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight offers a refreshing take on the Lego series, streamlining gameplay and focusing on a cohesive Batman narrative that blends elements from various movies and comics. The game features a more focused roster of characters with distinct abilities and an improved combat system inspired by the Arkham series, making it one of the best Lego titles in years.
Sony's PlayStation State of Play is back, with over an hour of news and announcements, including Marvel's Wolverine — here are three other games I hope to see
Sony's PlayStation State of Play event is scheduled for June 2, 2026, and will feature over an hour of content, including a deep dive into Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine. The showcase is also being screened at Alamo Drafthouse theaters, hinting at significant announcements beyond Wolverine. The article speculates on potential reveals for Dragon's Dogma 2 expansion, Stellar Blade 2, and Grand Theft Auto 6.
Hasbro cancels Dungeons & Dragons game led by Respawn veterans
Hasbro subsidiary Wizards of the Coast has canceled an action-adventure game set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, which was being developed by Giant Skull, a studio founded by Respawn veteran Stig Asmussen. The collaboration ended less than a year after its announcement, with Wizards of the Coast stating they decided not to pursue the early concept but value their ongoing relationship with Asmussen and his team. This cancellation follows the earlier closure of another Hasbro studio, Atomic Arcade.
Marvel’s Wolverine PS5 Gets Update We’ve Been Begging For
Sony announced that Marvel's Wolverine will receive a new update during the upcoming PlayStation State of Play event on June 2, 2026. Insomniac Games will showcase the game's combat and provide new details ahead of its September 15, 2026 release exclusively on PlayStation 5.
Round Up: The Reviews For Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight Are In
Reviews for Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight are largely positive, praising its blend of humor, open-world design, and combat. While the game is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC, a Nintendo Switch version is also planned. Critics noted its strong connection to Batman's history and the Arkham series, though some felt it struggled to balance all its influences.
PlayStation State of Play 2026 Set for June 2nd
Sony will host its PlayStation State of Play showcase on June 2nd at 5 PM Eastern, featuring over 60 minutes of updates and reveals. The event will include gameplay for Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, which is set to release on PlayStation 5 on September 15th. Other anticipated titles include Marathon, Gran Turismo 7, Helldivers 2, and Marvel's Tokon: Fighting Souls.
New PS Plus Extra Action Adventure Game Splits PS5 Players
Ubisoft's action-adventure game Star Wars Outlaws, recently added to the PlayStation Plus Extra catalog, is dividing PlayStation 5 players. Despite receiving award nominations and a Metacritic score of 75/100, the game's launch sales were below expectations, and its addition to PS Plus has reignited debate among players regarding its quality and perceived criticisms.
State of Play returns Tuesday, June 2
Sony Interactive Entertainment will host a State of Play broadcast on Tuesday, June 2, featuring over 60 minutes of updates and gameplay reveals. The event will include a closer look at Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, showcasing its combat and providing new details for the PlayStation 5 title launching September 15.
God of War 3 Director's AAA Dungeons & Dragons Game Cancelled After Less Than a Year
Hasbro and its subsidiary Wizards of the Coast have cancelled a big-budget, single-player Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure game developed by Stig Asmussen's studio, Giant Skull. The decision was reportedly made to lower costs, despite the project's potential. Wizards of the Coast stated they respect Asmussen and his team and value their ongoing relationship.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Is Now Available – And Gotham Has Never Been Bigger
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Games. The action-adventure title features a large open-world Gotham, numerous collectibles, vehicles, and over 100 Batman suits inspired by his 86-year history. The Deluxe Edition includes additional content packs, with the Standard Edition launching on May 22nd.
State of Play Announced for June 2nd, Includes New Look at Marvel’s Wolverine
Sony announced the next State of Play presentation will air on June 2nd, featuring over 60 minutes of game updates and reveals. The showcase will include a closer look at Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, with details on combat and potential pricing. Other anticipated titles like Naughty Dog's Intergalactic, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Fairgame$ may also be featured.
Hasbro cancels Dungeons & Dragons game from God of War and Star Wars Jedi veteran after seeing early concept
Hasbro, through its subsidiary Wizards of the Coast, has canceled its exclusive publishing agreement with Stig Asmussen's studio Giant Skull for a new single-player Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure game. The decision was made after reviewing the game's early concept, though Wizards of the Coast expressed openness to future pitches from Giant Skull.
WARNER BROS. GAMES, TT GAMES, DC, AND THE LEGO GROUP LAUNCH LEGO® BATMAN™: LEGACY OF THE DARK KNIGHT
Warner Bros. Games, TT Games, DC, and The LEGO Group have launched LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The open-world action-adventure game is available now for early access on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store for Deluxe Edition owners, with the Standard Edition launching worldwide on May 22. The game features an original story blending iconic Batman moments with LEGO humor and introduces a new combat system and an expansive Gotham City.
Transformers to finally get a big budget video game as Hasbro invests millions
Hasbro is investing $1 billion into developing traditional video games, focusing on action-adventure and RPG titles for PC and console, and explicitly avoiding live service models. CEO Chris Cocks indicated that new games based on franchises like Transformers, Dungeons & Dragons, and Magic: The Gathering are in development. The company aims to build its own games internally after previously licensing its properties.
