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New PS Plus Classic Game Missing Popular PS5, PS4 Feature
The PlayStation 1 classic Time Crisis has been added to PlayStation Plus and the PlayStation Store without support for trophies, disappointing players. Publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment has a history of not implementing trophies in its classic releases, with its emulation partner Implicit Conversions citing increased development costs as a potential reason.
LEGO 2K Drive suddenly delisted from online storefronts
The kart racing game LEGO 2K Drive, developed by Visual Concepts, is being delisted from digital storefronts on May 19, 2026, with online servers to follow on May 31, 2027. The delisting may be due to expiring LEGO licenses, a common occurrence for LEGO-branded games. This event coincides with the Stop Killing Games movement's advocacy for media preservation in the European Parliament.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Tales of Arise, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Bubsy 4D, more
Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 have had numerous game file sizes listed on the eShops. The listings include titles such as Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and Bubsy 4D, with sizes ranging from under 100MB to over 55GB.
LEGO 2K Drive is going to be delisted and servers will be shut off
LEGO 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 19, 2026, and its multiplayer servers will be shut down on May 31, 2027. The reason for the delisting has not been officially stated by 2K, though it is a common practice for the publisher to remove older titles from sale. A previous review praised the game for its creativity and family-friendly appeal.
LEGO 2K Drive to be Delisted From Online Stores on May 19th
LEGO 2K Drive will be delisted from online stores on May 19th, with multiplayer support to cease on May 31st, 2027. While the game offered a charming vibe and good driving mechanics, its AI and Story Mode were criticized. Players who own the game will retain access to offline content after the servers go offline.
Lego 2K Drive will vanish from digital storefronts on May 19
The racing game Lego 2K Drive will be removed from digital storefronts on May 19. However, its multiplayer servers are scheduled to remain operational for an additional year.
LEGO 2K Drive to be delisted on Nintendo Switch, multiplayer servers shutting down
LEGO 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 19, 2026, and its multiplayer servers will shut down on May 31, 2027. While the delisting notice has appeared on Xbox and Steam, a similar announcement is expected for the Nintendo Switch version. Players who purchase the game before the delisting date will retain access.
PS5, PS4 Racer LEGO 2K Drive Is Getting Bricked: PS Store Removal and Online Server Shutdown
2K Games has announced that LEGO 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 19, 2026, and its online multiplayer servers will shut down on May 31, 2027. While the majority of the game can be played offline, online functions will cease to work after the server shutdown. The reasons for the delisting and shutdown have not been officially disclosed but are speculated to be due to expiring licenses.
LEGO 2K Drive Is Being Delisted From Digital Storefronts Next Week
LEGO 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts, including Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation Network, and Xbox, on May 19, 2026. Online servers will remain active until May 31, 2027. The reason for the delisting is not officially confirmed, but it is suspected to be due to expiring licenses for in-game content.
Nintendo Download – May 14, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its latest download list for Europe for the week of May 14, 2026. The list includes retail titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Outbound, alongside numerous digital-only releases for the Nintendo Switch.
Valve's Gabe Newell always understood what Steam does better than every other PC and console store: "The thing that we've been successful with are the Steam sales"
Valve boss Gabe Newell has long understood that Steam's success stems from its effective sales strategy, making game purchases an entertaining experience rather than just a transaction. This approach, which encourages impulse buys and treats the digital library as a collection of potential experiences, remains a key differentiator for the platform, even as the gaming landscape shifts towards live service titles.
All Delisted Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Games Missing From The eShop
Numerous games have been delisted from the Nintendo Switch eShop since 2017, making them unavailable for digital purchase. Reasons for delisting include expired licenses, publisher financial troubles, and the closure of services like Amazon's GameSparks. While physical copies may still be available, digital versions are often lost permanently unless previously purchased.
Random: That's Not 'Gears Of War' Or 'Dead Space', Just Another Terrible eShop Clone
The Nintendo eShop continues to host blatant rip-off games, with 'Dead Gears - Space of War' being the latest example. This title directly imitates elements from 'Gears of War' and 'Dead Space', highlighting an ongoing issue with low-quality clones on the digital storefront. Publisher Consann Real Estate has a history of releasing similar derivative titles.
Here’s This Week’s Free Game From The Epic Games Store On Mobile
The Epic Games Store has launched a new mobile app for iOS and Android, offering weekly free games in addition to titles like Fortnite and Fall Guys. Currently, Guild of Dungeoneering: Ultimate Edition is available for free on the mobile platform. While the app is available worldwide for Android users, iOS users can only access it in the European Union.
Nintendo Download – May 7, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its latest European download list for the week of May 7, 2026. The update includes a variety of new titles for the Nintendo Switch, such as Blood: Refreshed Supply, This is Fine: Maximum Cope, and Kill It With Fire 2.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for A Short Hike, Octopath Traveler 0, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring its lowest prices ever on a wide selection of games, including A Short Hike and Octopath Traveler. The sale encompasses numerous titles across various genres, with significant discounts available on many popular and niche games.
Obsidian are delisting the original version of The Outer Worlds in favour of the swankier (but pricier) Spacer's Choice edition, and lobbing some grenades at you too
Obsidian Entertainment will delist the base version of The Outer Worlds from digital storefronts on May 27th, making The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition the sole available version. Players who own the base game by that date will receive the Spacer's Choice Edition for free. A forthcoming patch will also add grenades to the game.
Bunch of PS5, PS4 Games Delisted From PS Store Without Notice
Several PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games, including EA Sports College Football 25 and Cars 3: Driven to Win, have been delisted from the PlayStation Store without prior notice. The reasons for these removals are speculated to be expiring licenses or other platform-specific issues, impacting games from major publishers like Electronic Arts and indie titles alike.
PS5 Players Surprised With Free Upgrade of Beloved PS4 RPG
Obsidian Entertainment announced that owners of The Outer Worlds on PlayStation 4, along with its DLC, will receive a free upgrade to the PlayStation 5-exclusive Spacer's Choice Edition on May 27, 2026. After this date, the original PS4 version will be delisted from most platforms, with only PS4 owners able to purchase it via the PS Store.
Bandit Trap joins this week’s Nintendo eShop roundup
This week's Nintendo eShop update features the physics-based brawler Bandit Trap and the Star Wars-themed Monopoly: Heroes vs. Villains, which is available for pre-order. The Nintendo Music app has added tracks from Mario Tennis Aces and Super Mario Galaxy 2, while Tetris 99 is hosting its 53rd MAXIMUS CUP event with Tomodachi Life themes.
