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PS5's Destruction AllStars Delisted and Disabled Without Notice Due to 'Ongoing Technical Issues'
Sony has delisted and disabled Destruction AllStars on PlayStation 5 due to ongoing technical issues, with multiplayer services now offline. While single-player will remain playable for existing owners until November 25th, the game's servers have been unstable since 2024. Developed by Lucid, the title was an early live service attempt for the PS5 that struggled to gain traction.
PS5's Destruction AllStars Delisted, Servers Officially Disabled Without Notice
Sony has officially disabled the servers for Destruction AllStars on PlayStation 5 and delisted the game from the PlayStation Store without prior notice. While the game has been unplayable online since 2024, in-game currency remains redeemable until November 25th. The game, developed by Lucid, was an early live service attempt for the PS5 that failed to gain traction.
Destruction AllStars Delisted From PlayStation Store, Servers Reportedly Shut Down
Destruction AllStars has been delisted from the PlayStation Store, and its servers have reportedly been shut down. The vehicular combat title, launched in February 2021 for PlayStation 5, struggled to gain a significant audience despite being free for PlayStation Plus subscribers initially. Lucid Games, the developer, was acquired by Tencent subsidiary Lightspeed Games in 2023.
Journey's creator feels that by proving "videogames can make people cry," they influenced the industry embracing games about "serious, emotional subjects" like The Last of Us and God of War
Jenova Chen, president of thatgamecompany, believes their games like Journey influenced the industry to embrace titles with serious, emotional subjects, citing examples like The Last of Us and God of War. Chen feels this shift, driven by player demand, has been a positive growth for the industry, and thatgamecompany continues to explore emotional experiences and social dynamics with their current game, Sky: Children of the Light.
Games Inbox: Is Destiny 2 a dead game now?
Readers discuss the current state of Destiny 2, with one questioning if it's a 'dead game' due to Bungie's handling of content and vaulting. Other topics include the timing of summer gaming showcases, Nintendo's pricing strategy, Sega's revival of old franchises, and the decline of traditional game announcements.
Just Cause Studio’s Job Listings Indicate New Project is Live-Service Multiplayer
Job listings for Avalanche Studios indicate their next project is a live-service multiplayer game utilizing Unreal Engine. The studio is seeking experienced personnel for large-scale multiplayer environments and live-service game development. Co-founder Christofer Sundberg suggested the new IP may not be part of the Just Cause franchise.
Gran Turismo 7 Is the Gift That Keeps on Giving, 5 Cars Added in Free PS5 Update
Gran Turismo 7 has received its June update, adding five new cars including the BMW M Hybrid V8, Ferrari 499P, and Peugeot 9X8 to the PlayStation 5 version. Developed by Polyphony Digital, the game continues to receive free content updates, which the article suggests is a success for Sony's live service model.
How to find a Stunt Party event in Forza Horizon 6
This guide explains how to find and participate in Stunt Party events in Forza Horizon 6, which are required for the 'Welcome to the Party, Pal!' Festival Playlist challenge. These events appear as pink circles on the map, typically at the top of the hour, and involve completing various mini-game activities with other players.
Running Final Fantasy 14 for 16 years means Square Enix knows live service, former exec says, but it's "used to being slow" and has "failed to bring its IP to a new generation"
Former Square Enix executive Jacob Navok believes the company, despite its success with Final Fantasy 14, is too slow to adapt and has failed to bring its intellectual property to a new generation. He suggests collaborations and being present on platforms popular with younger audiences, like Roblox and Fortnite, are crucial for Square Enix to appeal to new players and revitalize its brands.
Where to find the Ohtani region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6
The Forza Horizon 6 Series 1 update, 'Welcome to Japan,' includes a Treasure Hunt challenge in the Ohtani region. Players can find the chest by driving to the Kinkaku-Ji Temple near the center of the region, following the path around the lake to the west side, and crashing into the chest. Completing this challenge rewards players with three Festival Playlist points and 100,000 credits.
Starseeker announces June 11 early access, Astroneer promises monthly updates at least through 2026
System Era Softworks announced that its Astroneer spinoff, Starseeker, will launch into early access on June 11th for PC, Steam, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, featuring cross-play and cross-progression. The cooperative multiplayer game will receive monthly updates through at least 2026, with the base game priced under $30 and no microtransactions. Meanwhile, the original Astroneer will also continue to receive monthly updates until at least the end of 2026, culminating in a special 10-year anniversary update.
Sega teases new Crazy Taxi game reveal for next month
Sega has released a teaser for an upcoming Crazy Taxi game, suggesting a reveal is imminent. The company previously announced plans to revive several classic franchises, including Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, and Streets Of Rage. The new Crazy Taxi is reportedly a massively multiplayer driving game developed by Sega's Sapporo Studio.
Marathon Steam reviews take a hit as Destiny 2 fans react to news of the MMO ending updates after nearly 9 years:…
Bungie has announced that Destiny 2 will receive its final live-service update next month, ending nearly nine years of new content. In response, some players have begun review bombing Bungie's new game, Marathon, on Steam. This comes amidst reports of significant layoffs planned at Bungie and Sony's reported impairment losses against the studio's assets.
Destiny 2 is getting its final update in June, and the team reportedly face "significant" layoffs as soon as it's out the door
Bungie has announced that the final live-service content update for Destiny 2, titled Monument of Triumph, will be released on June 9, 2026, concluding the game's 12-year run. Following this update, the studio is reportedly facing significant layoffs, with sources indicating that no new projects have been greenlit yet. Despite the conclusion of Destiny 2's active development, the game will remain playable, and the final update will incorporate content originally planned for the Shadow and Order expansion.
Destiny 2 will get final content update on June 9, 2026
Bungie has announced that the final content update for Destiny 2 is scheduled for June 9, 2026. Following this, the developer will shift its focus to developing new games.
Destiny 2 Final Update Next Month
Bungie announced that the upcoming June 9th patch will be the final live-service update for the free-to-play first-person shooter Destiny 2. The developer shared this update on their official website, Bungie.net.
Crimson Desert’s Post-Launch Evolution Is Unlike Anything Else This Year
Crimson Desert is evolving its post-launch support by implementing frequent updates that address player feedback and enhance the game world, effectively creating a hybrid live-service experience without traditional microtransactions. The developer is prioritizing responsiveness to player complaints and is considering future content expansions, including DLC, to further develop the game.
Destiny 2 hasn't been the game I'd loved in years, but it still sucks to know it's ending
Bungie has announced that the live service development for Destiny 2 will conclude on June 9, 2026, after nearly nine years of expansions, episodes, and seasons. Despite the game's decline in recent years and player numbers dwindling, the news marks a sad finality for a game that was once deeply loved by many. The article reflects on Destiny 2's strengths in gunplay and sandbox design, while acknowledging the studio's mismanagement and the shift towards more challenging gameplay that alienated some players.
Bungie Is Officially Ending Development For Destiny 2, Final Update Launching Soon
Bungie will cease new content development for Destiny 2 on June 9, 2026, after which the game will remain playable but receive no further updates. The studio will shift its focus to incubating new projects, with the original Destiny also remaining playable. This decision follows Sony's recognition of a second impairment charge against Bungie.
Destiny 2's active development will end in June
Bungie has announced the end of live development for Destiny 2, with the final update, Destiny 2: Monument of Triumph, scheduled for June 9, 2026. Following the release of The Final Shape expansion, the studio will shift focus to other projects, including the recently launched Marathon. This decision comes after Sony noted that Destiny 2's performance did not meet expectations.
