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PS3 and PS Vita PlayStation Stores Shutting Down for Good
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced the complete closure of the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita consoles. The stores will begin shutting down in phases starting August 2026 in certain regions, with a full closure for all other countries scheduled for July 2027. Sony cited the inability of these older platforms to support updated commerce and payment processing systems as the reason for the closures.
An update on PlayStation Store for PS3 and PS Vita
Sony Interactive Entertainment will be closing the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita consoles. The closures will begin in select markets in late 2026, with global closures for both platforms in July 2027. Players will still be able to redownload previously purchased content after the store closes.
Cruis’n Blast has been delisted from the Nintendo Switch eShop
Cruis'n Blast has been delisted from the Nintendo eShop, making it unavailable for new digital purchases after nearly five years. While existing owners can still access and redownload the game, those looking to buy it must now seek out a physical copy. The arcade racer was developed by Raw Thrills and is the fourth installment in the Cruis'n series.
Fun 2024 PS5 Adventure Game Already Delisted From PS Store
The co-op adventure game SOS Ops!, developed by ArtDock, has been removed from the PlayStation Store less than two years after its December 2024 PS5 launch. The game remains available on Steam and Xbox, and its developer recently announced it has sold over 800,000 copies, suggesting the PS Store delisting may be temporary.
Popular 2019 PS4 Action Game Quietly Delisted From PS Store
Koei Tecmo's 2019 fighting game, Dead or Alive 6, has been delisted from the PlayStation Store, with its Steam pages set to follow on June 11, 2026. The delisting is likely due to the recent release of an updated version, Dead or Alive 6: Last Round, which aims to consolidate the player base onto the newer title.
Nintendo Download – June 25, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its latest European download list for the week of June 25, 2026. The update includes several new retail and digital titles for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, featuring a mix of new releases and updated versions of existing games.
GTA 6 PSN Prices Revealed, With Indonesia Offering the Cheapest Option
Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI on PlayStation Store have revealed the official digital prices for the Standard and Ultimate Editions across various regions. Indonesia currently offers the lowest prices, with the Standard Edition costing approximately ₱4,070 and the Ultimate Edition around ₱5,096, significantly less than US and Singaporean pricing.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 19: Dispatch your wallets
This article highlights various digital game sales available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch for the weekend of June 19. It features discounts on a wide range of titles, including notable games like Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, Dave the Diver, and Grand Theft Auto 5, across different storefronts and subscription services.
Dead Space and Mass Effect trilogy are less than £5 right now in huge sale
Several Electronic Arts titles are heavily discounted on Steam, with the Dead Space remake available for £4.99 and Mass Effect Legendary Edition for £3.99. Other notable deals include Star Wars: Squadrons, Titanfall 2, Battlefield 1, and Sonic Mania, all priced under £5.
Underrated 2017 PS4 Adventure Game Delisted From PS Store
The PlayStation 4 adventure game Planet of the Apes: Last Frontier has been delisted from the PlayStation Store, following its removal from other platforms earlier this year. This delisting occurred in May for console purchases and more recently for website purchases, with the game now completely unavailable. The related VR title, Crisis on the Planet of the Apes, remains available.
Epic Games Store Roadmap
Epic Games has outlined its roadmap for the Epic Games Store over the next 12 months, detailing planned feature updates. The information was shared via slides from a presentation captured and posted on Reddit.
Epic's plans for their big store revamp over the next year sound like they'll at long last meet the bare minimum
Epic Games has revealed plans for significant improvements to the Epic Games Store over the next year, addressing long-standing criticisms about its lack of basic features. Upcoming additions include patch notes, improved navigation, user reviews, and personalized homepages. The company also mentioned generative AI integration in Unreal Engine 6, though this was met with skepticism.
Nintendo Download – June 18, 2026 (North America) – The Adventures of Elliot, Wanderstop, Dark Scrolls, more
Nintendo has announced its latest North American eShop releases for the week of June 18, 2026, featuring titles like The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, Wanderstop, and Dark Scrolls for the Nintendo Switch. The update also includes details on upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch 2 and ongoing sales, alongside a promotion for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack memberships.
Nintendo Switch update makes the eShop much more responsive
Nintendo has released an update for the Nintendo Switch that significantly improves the responsiveness and performance of the eShop. This update aims to provide a smoother user experience when navigating the digital storefront.
Xbox might introduce Buy Now, Pay Later options for games and console
Microsoft may be introducing Buy Now, Pay Later options to the Xbox storefront, with references to services like Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 found in the website's code. This feature would allow consumers to split purchases of consoles, games, and subscriptions into smaller payments. While not officially announced, this move aligns with industry trends to make expensive hardware and games more accessible.
New Nintendo Switch update makes the eShop run better, only took 9 years
Nintendo has released a firmware update for the original Nintendo Switch that redesigns the eShop layout and improves its performance. This update, version 22.5.0, addresses long-standing complaints about the eShop's slowness by implementing a native app structure similar to the Switch 2, resulting in faster loading times.
Rejoice! The Original Switch eShop Isn't Awful Anymore
Nintendo has updated the Nintendo Switch eShop, redesigning it to be a dedicated app rather than browser-based, significantly improving its speed and performance. The update also introduces a darker theme option, aligning it with the Switch 2's interface, though concerns remain about the prevalence of low-quality, AI-generated titles on the storefront.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – The Adventures of Elliot, #Drive Rally, more
Nintendo eShop listings reveal file sizes for numerous upcoming Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games. Titles include The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales at 16.6GB for Switch 2 and R-Type Tactics 1-2 Cosmos at 11.3GB for Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Download: 11th June (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America features a variety of new games and updates for the Nintendo Switch. Highlights include Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition with 4K support and new features, Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, and a Star Fox demo. Numerous other titles across genres like RPGs, racing, and platformers are also available on the eShop.
US: Nintendo Download 11th June, 2026
Nintendo has released its weekly download update for the Nintendo Switch, detailing new demos, pre-orders, and music releases available on the eShop. The update also highlights new titles and sales for the Nintendo Switch platform.