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PlayStation Network down, as tens of thousands of players queue to play Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls newly-launched beta
Tens of thousands of players are experiencing issues connecting to the PlayStation Network, coinciding with the open beta launch of Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls. Outage reports spiked this morning, impacting users across multiple regions. While there is no official statement from Sony, community reports and Down Detector data confirm widespread connectivity problems.
PlayStation Network Down Worldwide, Intermittent Connectivity
PlayStation Network services experienced widespread intermittent outages on July 24, 2026, affecting players globally. While some services like the PlayStation Store and trophies have been partially restored, many users are unable to play digital games due to license validation issues requiring server connectivity.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – July 13, 2026 – Switch Online downtime next month
Nintendo has announced a maintenance schedule for Nintendo Switch Online, with a session planned for August 17-18, 2026. This maintenance may cause downtime for users of the online service. Specific times are provided for Pacific, Eastern, UK, and European time zones.
It's Monday, and the Steam Store is currently struggling just like the rest of us
The Steam Store is currently experiencing significant issues, with store and community pages showing a 'Very Slow' status. Multiple regional servers are overloaded, and the Steam API is intermittently offline. The problems are affecting users on PC and mobile devices.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced was briefly unplayable over the weekend on PC despite being a single-player…
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced experienced significant launch weekend issues on PC, with many players unable to start the single-player game due to problems with Ubisoft Connect. Despite being designed for offline play, an online connection was required for the game to launch for some users. The issues appear to be resolved now, but impacted the game's Steam reviews.
It's not just you: Steam is down
Steam experienced a widespread outage on a Thursday, preventing users from accessing the store and community pages due to 'too many requests.' While some services like matchmaking remained operational, the website was inaccessible. The outage occurred on the same day the Steam Summer Sale was scheduled to end.
Popular 2011 PlayStation 3 Action Game Losing Online Support
Sony announced that the PlayStation 3 exclusive action-adventure game Infamous 2 will lose its online support, including its user-generated content feature, on August 31, 2026. This shutdown will also affect certain trophies related to the UGC content. The base campaign of Infamous 2 will remain playable.
Marvel Tokon on PC blocked from countries without PSN – even the pope can’t play
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls will be unavailable in 132 countries on PC due to its reliance on PlayStation Network, which is not supported in those regions. This situation mirrors the earlier controversy surrounding Helldivers 2. The article also touches on Sony's recent decisions regarding physical disc production, the closure of PS3 and PS Vita stores, and the use of AI in game development.
Fun 2021 PS5, PS4 Game That Never Left Beta Is Shutting Down
The free-to-play multiplayer action game Mega Zombie, which launched in beta for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 in 2021, will shut down its online services in September 2026. The developer cited the difficulty of maintaining stable service and server costs as reasons for the closure.
Nintendo Download – July 2, 2026 (North America) – Rhythm Heaven Groove, Moonlight Peaks, more
The North American Nintendo Download for July 2, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop, including Rhythm Heaven Groove and Moonlight Peaks. Sales on digital games and DLC for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 systems are also available. Additionally, Mario Kart World received a free update with new rallies, and Tetris 99 is hosting its 55th Maximus Cup event with a Star Fox theme.
Major PS5 Feature Down for the Last 2 Weeks, Sony Silent
A key PlayStation 5 feature, 'Recently Played,' has been non-functional for two weeks, impacting both the console and the PS App. The issue began around June 15th following a PlayStation Store glitch, and Sony has not yet provided a statement or an estimated time for a fix. This outage prevents users from easily tracking game progress and campaign completion.
Halo Fans Can Relax: Campaign Evolved Won’t Require PS Plus For Split-Screen
Microsoft has clarified that Halo: Campaign Evolved will not require PlayStation Plus for split-screen co-op on PlayStation 5, contrary to earlier statements. While each player will need a PlayStation account, only one PlayStation Plus subscription is necessary for online co-op. PC and Xbox players will only need a Microsoft account for local co-op, which also enables cross-progression.
Sunday Consolidation
Halo developers have clarified that split-screen co-op for the game on PlayStation 5 will not require a PlayStation Plus subscription. This addresses previous confusion regarding online service requirements for local multiplayer features.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – June 21, 2026 – downtime for Switch 2 and Switch
Nintendo has announced its maintenance schedule for the week of June 21, 2026, which will affect the Nintendo eShop and online services for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Several downtime periods are planned across June 23rd and 24th, impacting purchases, consumable item usage, and network services.
Halo PS5 Backtracks PS Plus Co-Op Requirements, Says They Were a Mistake
Developer 343 Industries has reversed a decision requiring PlayStation Plus subscriptions for local split-screen co-op in Halo: Campaign Evolved on PlayStation 5. The company stated that the requirement for both players to have a PS Plus subscription for offline co-op was a mistake.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Split-Screen Co-Op on PS5 Requires PlayStation Plus for Both Players
Playing Halo: Campaign Evolved in split-screen co-op on PlayStation 5 will require two separate PlayStation Plus subscriptions, one for each player account. This requirement applies to the game's launch next month.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Might Require Two PS Plus Subscriptions For PS5 Split-Screen
Halo: Campaign Evolved's local co-op mode, launching July 28, may require PlayStation 5 players to have multiple accounts and PlayStation Plus subscriptions for split-screen play. This has sparked controversy among players concerned about the complex requirements for local multiplayer.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – June 14, 2026 – Wii and 3DS session incoming
Nintendo has announced its maintenance schedule for the week of June 14, 2026. The schedule indicates that the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS will undergo maintenance affecting Nintendo Network ID logins. No maintenance is planned for the Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 during this period.
Two More Games Are Losing Online Services Soon
Electronic Arts and 2K have announced upcoming server shutdowns for Grid Legends and TopSpin 2K25. Grid Legends will lose online services on PlayStation and Xbox consoles on September 11, 2024, while TopSpin 2K25's online support will end on December 31, 2027. Both companies cited the commercial unfeasibility of maintaining servers for older titles with declining player populations.
EA Is Shutting Down Online Services for This Forgotten PS5, PS4 Racing Game
Electronic Arts will be shutting down online services for the racing game GRID Legends on September 11, 2026. This will disable features such as online multiplayer, leaderboards, and cross-platform play. Players will still be able to enjoy the game's story mode and offline gameplay.
