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Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (13th June)
This week's Nintendo Direct showcased new titles like Ocarina of Time, Xenoblade Genesis, and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, alongside release dates for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Orbitals, and ports of Lies of P and Stellar Blade. Several staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, including revisiting Ocarina of Time, finishing Pokopia, playing Kingdom Hearts III, and diving into Death Stranding Director's Cut.
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.
Sonic X Shadow Generations, Final Fantasy 16, and More Headline PS Plus Extra/Premium in June
Sony is adding several games to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium throughout June, with a staggered release schedule. Titles include Sonic X Shadow Generations, Final Fantasy 16, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Life is Strange: Double Exposure, Black Desert, Blades of Fire, Farming Simulator 25, and the PS2 classic Gitaroo Man for Premium subscribers.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Is Getting A Collector’s Edition
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is set to release on September 17 for the Nintendo Switch, with both a standard edition and a special Dagdan Collection Edition available for preorder. The collector's edition, priced at $120, includes the base game, a steelbook case, art cards, a map, an artbook, and a collector's box. This marks a notable release of a collector's edition for a Nintendo first-party title.
June 2026 Nintendo Direct pre-orders roundup
Following the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, pre-orders are now available for numerous games announced for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The roundup includes titles such as Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Lies of P: Complete Edition, and multiple Xenoblade Chronicles editions for the new console.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide June 9, 2026
Sony's PlayStation Store has received its weekly update, adding new content, add-ons, and games for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. This week's PlayStation Plus Essential lineup includes Grounded, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide.
Valor Mortis dev considering shifting its release date out of September: "A lot happened"
One More Level, the developer of the Napoleonic soulslike Valor Mortis, is considering shifting its release date out of the crowded September 2026 window. Game Director Radosław Ratusznik stated that the team will reassess the launch date in the coming days, acknowledging the intense competition from major titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 and other upcoming releases. The game is currently slated for September 24, but a delay into October is being considered to give it a better chance of standing out.
Zelda: Ocarina Of Time remake tipped as the big game at today’s Nintendo Direct
A remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is heavily rumored to be the centerpiece announcement of today's Nintendo Direct. Leaks suggest it will be Nintendo's major Christmas release for the Nintendo Switch. The Direct will also provide release dates for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and The Duskbloods, though concerns about delays for the latter exist.
All Switch 1 & 2 Games Shown at Sony State of Play | June 2, 2026 - NintendoFuse
The June 2, 2026, Sony State of Play event showcased several games that will also be released on Nintendo Switch platforms. Titles announced for Nintendo include Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, No Rest for the Wicked, and Rayman Legends Retold.
Nintendo Direct announced for tomorrow and it's the big one
Nintendo has officially announced a Nintendo Direct presentation scheduled for June 9th, focusing on games for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, with a runtime of approximately 50 minutes. The showcase is expected to reveal new titles for the remainder of the year and potentially tease the Switch 2's launch lineup, including a rumored The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. This Direct follows a period without major first-party game announcements and precedes a price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Switch 2 Absent From Persona 4 And 6 Trailers, And Fans Are Concerned
Fans are concerned as trailers for Persona 4 Revival and the newly revealed Persona 6 do not list Nintendo Switch or the upcoming Switch 2 as target platforms. Despite the games' popularity in Japan and the existing presence of legacy Persona titles on the Switch, neither Atlus nor Sega have confirmed their release for Nintendo's consoles. It is speculated that announcements may come during an upcoming Nintendo Direct or that the games could be released on the Switch 2 at a later date.
Long-Awaited PS5 Games Finally Get Release Dates & Windows
Several highly anticipated PlayStation 5 games received release dates and windows during Summer Game Fest and the Xbox Games Showcase. Titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved, Resident Evil Veronica, Final Fantasy VII Revelation, and Fable are slated for release between July 2026 and Spring 2027, with Persona 6 also announced.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 7, 2026 – Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for the week of June 7, 2026, detailing upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes a variety of games such as Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story: Retro Roundup, and Splatoon Raiders, alongside amiibo and book releases across North America, Canada, and the UK.
There's suddenly a terrifying number of games releasing this fall
The fall release calendar for major video games has become unexpectedly crowded, with numerous high-profile titles scheduled to launch within an eight-week period. This surge in releases is seen as a strategy to avoid direct competition with the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. The article highlights a selection of these upcoming games, noting the challenge players will face in keeping up with the dense schedule.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 joins every other game avoiding GTA 6 in releasing in September
Mojang has announced that Minecraft Dungeons 2 will release on September 29, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch consoles. The sequel to the 2020 dungeon crawler features a new trailer showcasing gameplay and visuals, and was inadvertently revealed earlier by the Nintendo eShop.
Fable release date finally confirmed by Xbox after the RPG's recent delay, now set for February 2027
The highly anticipated RPG Fable has a confirmed release date of February 23, 2027, as announced by Xbox Game Studios and Playground Games. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, and will also be included with Xbox Game Pass. Both standard and premium editions are available for pre-order, with the premium version including additional cosmetic items and the first post-launch expansion.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – To a T, Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked, Unrailed 2, and more.
Nintendo eShop listings reveal the file sizes for numerous upcoming Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2 games. Titles like To a T and Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked are among those with listed download sizes for both platforms.
Final Fantasy, DK and eFootball join this week’s eShop roundup
This week's Nintendo eShop update features the release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Donkey Kong 64 on Nintendo Switch Online. eFootball Kick-Off! also launches on the Nintendo Switch 2, alongside new Nintendo Music streaming options. The article also highlights various indie games on sale and other new releases.
Aion 2's global release date announced at Summer Game Fest
Aion 2, the sequel to the Korean MMORPG Aion, will launch globally in September on Steam and NC's PC storefront, Purple. The game, which has already seen success in Korea and Taiwan since its November release, features traditional MMO elements with tab-targeting combat and aerial movement. Servers will be available in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, supporting ten languages.
God of War Laufey Is Much Closer to Releasing on PS5 Than You Think
Despite initial rumors suggesting a 2027 release, journalist Jason Schreier indicated that God of War Laufey is not years away from launching on PlayStation 5. Santa Monica Studio's gameplay reveal suggests the game is nearing completion, with a potential release around a year from now, possibly aligning with a strong 2027 lineup for Sony.
