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Evening Metaverse
Meta is introducing 'Plus' subscription features to Instagram and Facebook, mirroring a strategy previously implemented by Snapchat. These new features aim to offer enhanced functionalities and benefits to users who subscribe.
Xbox CEO says Game Pass price cuts are "a good first step" but the company has a lot more to do
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that recent price cuts for Xbox Game Pass are a positive initial step towards restoring durable growth for the division. She acknowledged that subscriber growth had slowed and retention decreased after previous pricing changes, but noted improvements since the reductions. Sharma emphasized that further work and difficult choices are necessary to address the company's challenges.
Xbox Game Pass Price Cut Is Working, CEO Says
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that the recent price cut for Xbox Game Pass has been successful, leading to increased subscriber acquisition and retention. Sharma acknowledged that further work is needed to restore durable growth for the service. Discussions are also underway with Netflix regarding potential subscription bundle collaborations.
Morning Mobilization
Intel's Arc G-Series chips are set to power a new wave of gaming handheld devices. Separately, YouTube is enhancing its app for podcast playback, though this feature will be exclusive to Premium subscribers.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Release Date Is A Month Before GTA 6, Won’t Be On Game Pass
Activision has announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be released on October 23, a month before Grand Theft Auto 6. The game will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2. Modern Warfare 4 will not be included in Xbox Game Pass at launch as part of Microsoft's new strategy.
Meta rolls out subscription tiers for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp
Meta is introducing new subscription tiers for its platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. These subscription options aim to offer enhanced features or an ad-free experience for users willing to pay a recurring fee.
PS Plus Premium Users Get 40+ New PS5 Demo Trials from Today
Sony has added over 40 new indie game trials to PlayStation Plus Premium for PlayStation 5 users. These trials, which generally last between one and three hours, are available until June 10, 2026. The update significantly expands the selection of playable demos for subscribers.
(For Southeast Asia) Days of Play 2026 begins May 27
Sony Interactive Entertainment's Days of Play 2026 event begins May 27 and runs through June 10, offering discounts on PlayStation games, accessories, and PlayStation Plus memberships. The promotion includes new monthly games for PlayStation Plus subscribers, exclusive in-game packs, game trials, and sales on select PS5 titles and hardware like the PlayStation VR2.
June 2026 PlayStation Plus Monthly Games Announced - GameHaunt
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games for June 2026, featuring Grounded Fully Yoked Edition, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. EA Sports FC 26 will also remain available longer to support its upcoming World's Game update. Additionally, Destiny 2: Legacy Collection will be added to the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium catalogs as part of the annual Days of Play event.
PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for June 2026: Grounded, Darktide, and More — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games for June 2026, including Grounded, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. Additionally, EA Sports FC 26 will remain claimable, and the Destiny 2: Legacy Collection will be added to the PlayStation Games Catalog for Extra and Premium members on June 9. The article also details the start of the Days of Play 2026 sales event, featuring deals and exclusive DLC packs for PlayStation Plus members.
PS Plus Is Doing Something I've Never Seen Before with June's Games
Sony is extending the claim period for EA Sports FC 26, a PlayStation Plus May monthly game, into June. This means subscribers will have until June 16th to add the soccer simulation to their library, an additional two weeks beyond the usual rotation. PS Plus Essential members can also claim free Ultimate Team packs for EA Sports FC 26.
Current PS Plus Subscribers Screwed Again by Days of Play Discounts
Sony's annual Days of Play promotion is once again excluding current PlayStation Plus subscribers from discounts on their existing membership tiers. The offer, valid from May 27th to June 10th, 2026, only applies to new subscribers or those upgrading to a higher tier, a policy that has drawn criticism in previous years. This follows recent price increases across all PlayStation Plus tiers.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
PlayStation Plus has announced its monthly free games for June, including Grounded Fully Yoked Edition, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. These titles will be available to subscribers on the PlayStation platform.
June's PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup includes Xbox's Grounded
The June lineup for PlayStation Plus includes the game Grounded, which was previously an Xbox console exclusive. Additionally, a Destiny 2 collection will be available for Extra and Premium subscribers starting June 9.
PS Plus Extra and Premium Get Destiny 2 on the Same Day Its Final Content Update Is Released
Sony announced that Destiny 2, including its final content update The Final Shape, will be added to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers on the same day it is released. This move brings the popular looter shooter and its latest expansion to subscribers.
Sony Confirms PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for June 2026, First Lineup Announcement Since Price Rise
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games for June 2026, featuring a prominent Warhammer 40,000 title. This announcement follows a recent price increase for the PlayStation Plus service.
PS Plus Extra, Premium June 2026 Game Revealed Early
Sony has announced that the Destiny 2: Legacy Collection will be available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers starting June 9, 2026, as part of the Days of Play event. This early reveal precedes the main catalog refresh on June 16. Additionally, new game trials and upgrade offers for PlayStation Plus Premium will be available starting May 27.
PlayStation Plus Free Games For June 2026 Revealed
PlayStation has announced the free games for PlayStation Plus subscribers for June 2026. Members can claim Grounded Fully Yoked Edition, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide starting June 2. These titles will be available on both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles.
PS Plus Esssential June Monthly Free Games Include Xbox Title
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus Essential free games for June 2026, featuring Grounded Fully Yoked Edition for PlayStation 5, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide for PlayStation 5. Notably, Grounded is an Xbox Studios title, making it a surprising inclusion for PlayStation Plus subscribers.
PS Plus Essential, Extra Games for June 2026 Announced
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus Essential games for June 2026 as part of the Days of Play campaign. Subscribers can download Grounded Fully Yoked Edition, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide starting June 2nd. Additionally, Destiny 2: Legacy Collection will be added to the PlayStation Plus Extra tier.
