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Games Leaving PS Plus in July 2026 Confirmed
Sony has confirmed the initial list of games departing PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in July 2026, with the departures expected around July 21st. Titles like Risk of Rain 2, Tropico 6, and Cursed to Golf are among those leaving the service, though Cyberpunk 2077 will remain available for now.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
Ubisoft is offering a free trial for its Ubisoft+ subscription service from June 18th to June 23rd. This promotion allows players to access a library of games, including new releases and older titles, for a limited time.
If you're already watching YouTube daily, this subscription swap just makes sense
This opinion piece suggests that users who already spend significant time on YouTube might find value in exploring subscription swaps. The article hints at a potential benefit for those already invested in the platform.
Kindle Unlimited costs $11.99 per month, but here's how to pay less
Kindle Unlimited costs $11.99 per month, but this article explores various methods to obtain a membership at a reduced price. It aims to provide readers with strategies for saving money on the subscription service.
Over 20,000 fans are asking Microsoft to drop Xbox’s online paywall
Over 20,000 users on Microsoft's Xbox Player Voice platform are requesting the removal of the online multiplayer paywall. Players argue that paying for consoles and games should be sufficient, especially as online multiplayer is generally free on PC and many free-to-play titles on Xbox no longer require subscriptions. Despite the significant user support, the article notes that Microsoft is unlikely to abandon a long-standing revenue stream without a clear financial benefit.
Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for June 2026?
This article discusses the June 2026 PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium game offerings, highlighting Final Fantasy 16 as the main draw for the Extra tier. Other notable additions include Sonic X Shadow Generations, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, and Blades of Fire. The Premium tier features the PS2 cult classic Gitaroo Man. The author expresses satisfaction with the lineup and solicits reader opinions.
Something for the Weekend – 13/06/26
Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct, revealing a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, alongside new titles like Final Fantasy Resonance and Xenoblade Genesis. The week also saw reports of major layoffs at Xbox due to subscriber losses and Ubisoft closing two studios. Reviews included Crushed In Time and Midnight Saturn, with previews of Romestead and Dark Heresy.
How Game Pass Culture Is Changing the Way Players Discover Low-Risk Digital Rewards
Subscription services like Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus are fundamentally changing how players discover and engage with video games. This shift from traditional purchasing to subscription models has reduced financial risk, encouraging experimentation with new mechanics, genres, and digital rewards. As a result, players are more willing to try a wider variety of titles, and developers must focus on strong initial hooks and consistent engagement to retain their attention in this evolving landscape.
Xbox's Chief Strategy Officer says ads can offer "more affordable alternatives," but believes in-game interruptions "would be bad"
Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball clarified comments regarding the potential for ad-supported, more affordable alternatives to services like Xbox Game Pass. He emphasized that any discussion of ads was in the context of offering lower-cost options alongside existing ad-free experiences, similar to streaming services, and explicitly stated that in-game advertisements interrupting gameplay would be a negative development.
Capcom Has "No Plans" To Bring Resident Evil Code: Veronica X To Switch Online
Capcom producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi stated there are currently no plans to bring the GameCube version of Resident Evil Code: Veronica X to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service. This comes as a remake of the game is expected for the next-generation Nintendo console next year. The GameCube library on Switch Online currently includes titles like F-Zero GX and Soul Calibur II.
Reminder: PS Plus Extra Adds Sonic X Shadow Generations in USA, UK
Sonic X Shadow Generations is now available for PlayStation Plus Extra subscribers in the USA and UK, with a global release on June 16th. This title bundles a remaster of Sonic Generations with a new campaign starring Shadow the Hedgehog. The article notes this staggered release is an experimental strategy by Sony to increase subscriber engagement.
GTA 5 Joins A Subscription Ahead Of GTA 6 Launch
Grand Theft Auto 5 is now available on Rockstar's GTA+ subscription service ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6's launch. The service, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC for $8 per month, includes access to a library of games, monthly in-game currency, and other perks for GTA Online. Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release on November 19.
Waymo's monthly membership seems like a bad deal
Waymo's monthly membership offering is presented as a poor value proposition, charging users $30 per month for minimal benefits. The article suggests the subscription service does not provide sufficient return for the cost.
Upcoming PS Plus Day-1 Games Get 2026 Release Dates
Two day-one games for PlayStation Plus in 2026 have received release dates. Big Walk, a cooperative multiplayer adventure, will launch on August 4, 2026, for all PS Plus tiers. RuneScape: Dragonwilds, a new adventure in the RuneScape IP, will be available to Extra and Premium subscribers starting September 15, 2026.
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Lineup for June 2026 Brings Major AAA Titles to Subscribers | Invision
Sony has announced a strong lineup of games for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers in June 2026, including major titles like Final Fantasy XVI and Sonic X Shadow Generations. The update aims to enhance the value of the subscription service amidst increasing competition. Premium subscribers will also gain access to the PS2 Classic, Gitaroo Man.
Evening Consolidation
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced the lineup of games coming to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog for June 2026. Specific titles were not detailed in this announcement.
Final Fantasy 16 headlines the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions for June
Sony has announced that Final Fantasy 16 will be among the new titles added to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog in June. This update indicates Sony's strategy of distributing its PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions throughout the month.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for June 2026 Headlined by Final Fantasy 16 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance
Sony has announced the June 2026 PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions, featuring Final Fantasy 16 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance. Subscribers can access these titles as part of their monthly offerings.
PS Plus Extra, Premium June 2026 Games Include Big Surprises
Sony has announced the games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers in June 2026, featuring a mix of new releases and catalog additions. Notable titles include Final Fantasy 16, Destiny 2: Legacy Collection 2025, and Sonic X Shadow Generations, with staggered release dates causing some confusion. The article also speculates on which games will be removed from the service in July.
Sony 'Exploring New Ways' to Deliver PS Plus Games
Sony is changing how it delivers PlayStation Plus Extra games in the US, UK, and Japan, staggering releases throughout the month instead of all at once on the usual update day. This new schedule aims to increase player engagement by spreading out new additions like Sonic X Shadow Generations and Blades of Fire over several weeks.
