Digital Store Releases
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Nintendo Download: No Stranger to Adventure
Nintendo has announced its latest download offerings for the Nintendo Switch, featuring new releases like Digimon Story Time Stranger and Granblue Fantasy: Relink. The update also includes classic titles for Nintendo Switch Online members, such as Fortified Zone and Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3. Additionally, pre-orders are open for Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit, and various sales and activities are highlighted.
Beloved PlayStation 3, PS4 RPG Quietly Delisted From PS Store
The PlayStation 3, PS4, and PS Vita RPG Ar nosurge: Ode to an Unborn Star has been permanently delisted from the PlayStation Store worldwide. Developed by Gust and published by Koei Tecmo, the game's digital sales and any associated DLC have ceased. While online cross-save features will be discontinued later this year, players who already own the game can continue to access its campaigns.
PS3 and PS Vita digital stores are closing starting August 2026
Sony Interactive Entertainment will close the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita in select markets starting August 2026, with a wider closure in July 2027. This decision is due to the platforms no longer supporting necessary updates for modern commerce systems. Sony also announced an end to physical disc production for new PlayStation games starting January 2028, reflecting a shift towards digital media.
Sony announces an end to the PS3 and Vita digital stores
Sony announced it will be closing the digital stores for the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita globally in July 2027, with some regions seeing closures later this year. While previously reversed due to fan backlash in 2021, the company cites the need to evolve commerce systems and focus resources on modern platforms. Games already purchased will remain downloadable.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide June 30, 2026
Sony's PlayStation Store has received its weekly update, adding new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. This week's PlayStation Plus Essential lineup includes Grounded, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide.
Nintendo Download: Prepare for Sortie with Team Star Fox!
Nintendo has announced its latest eShop updates for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring new releases like Star Fox, DELTARUNE Chapter 5, and Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition. The company is also promoting summer sales on digital games and offering a bonus month for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack memberships.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide June 16, 2026
Sony has released its weekly PlayStation Store update for June 16, 2026, detailing new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The update includes the June PlayStation Plus Essential lineup featuring Grounded, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide.
Nintendo Download – June 11, 2026 (North America) – Xenoblade, To a T, Unrailed 2, more
The North American Nintendo Download for June 11, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable titles include Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, To a T, and Unrailed 2: Back on Track. The update also highlights sales and a limited-time Donkey Kong event for Nintendo Switch Online members.
Final Fantasy, DK and eFootball join this week’s eShop roundup
This week's Nintendo eShop update includes Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Donkey Kong 64 on Nintendo Switch Online Classics, and eFootball Kick-Off! for Nintendo Switch 2. Additionally, Nintendo Music is now available on more devices, and a sale on indie games is ending soon.
Nintendo Download – June 4, 2026 (North America) – Solarpunk, River City Saga: Journey to the West, more
The latest Nintendo Download report for North America highlights new releases on the Nintendo eShop for the week of June 4, 2026, including Solarpunk and River City Saga: Journey to the West. The report also details upcoming DLC events for Donkey Kong Bananza and ongoing eShop sales on indie titles for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
US: Nintendo Download for 4th June, 2026
Nintendo has released its latest download update for the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring new titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and eFootball Kick-Off!. Classic games such as Donkey Kong 64 are now available for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members. Additionally, Nintendo Music has expanded its device support and added tracks from Mario Kart World and Pikmin.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide June 2, 2026
Sony's PlayStation Store has received its weekly update for June 2, 2026, bringing new content to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The June PlayStation Plus Essential lineup includes Grounded, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide for both PS4 and PS5.
Delisted PS4, PS Vita Action Game Quietly Returns to PS Store
The action platformer 88 Heroes has returned to the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita after being delisted in 2024. The delisting is believed to be due to a change in publishers from Rising Star Games to Reef Entertainment. The game is now available for $29.99.
Kingdom Hearts Cloud Version Switch Demos Removed From eShop (US)
The free demos for the cloud versions of Kingdom Hearts games have been removed from the Nintendo Switch eShop in the US, though the full games remain available for purchase. Demos are still accessible in other regions like the UK and Japan. Square Enix has not provided an official reason for the removal.
Nintendo Download – May 21, 2026 (North America) – Bubsy 4D, Tales of Arise, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, more
The North American Nintendo Download report for the week of May 21, 2026, highlights new releases for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable titles include Bubsy 4D, Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition, and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. The report also details various digital titles, eShop sales, and My Nintendo rewards related to Yoshi and Mario.
Nintendo Download – May 21, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its European download list for the week of May 21, 2026, featuring a variety of new titles for the Nintendo Switch 2. The list includes both retail and digital releases, with games spanning multiple genres such as simulation, puzzle, and action.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide May 12, 2026
Sony has announced the latest PlayStation Store update for May 2026, featuring new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The PlayStation Plus Essential lineup for May includes FC 26, Nine Sols, and WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers.
Claim Free Saros PS5 Goodies With These PS Store Codes
Sony is offering free PlayStation avatars for the newly released PS5 exclusive game Saros. Players on both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 can claim these avatars via PS Store codes provided for different regions, even without purchasing the game.
Nintendo Download: May’s Blooming
Nintendo's latest download update for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 includes new titles like Bandit Trap and Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains. The update also features new music tracks from Mario Tennis Aces and Super Mario Galaxy 2, and announces the 53rd Tetris 99 Maximus Cup event with Tomodachi Life themes.
Nintendo Download: 23rd April (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, featuring a wide array of new games for the Nintendo Switch eShop. Titles include narrative adventure OPUS: Prism Peak, party battle game Fruit Mountain Party, action RPG Kingdom's Return, and racing simulator MotoGP 26, among many others across various genres.
