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Two Free PS5 Demos Arrive on PlayStation Store Without PS Plus
gaming2 days ago

Two Free PS5 Demos Arrive on PlayStation Store Without PS Plus

PlayStation Store adds two free PS5 demos—Starfall Defenders, a tower-defense title with player-directed actions and eight upgradable towers, and Virtual Ties Isekaijoucho Traumerei, a narrative-driven visual novel—no PS Plus required; the store’s indie demos are expanding, with others like Under The Island, Mina The Hollower, and Planet of Lana II also highlighted.

Sony's God of War Spin-Off Opens 2026 with a Critical Flop
gaming4 days ago

Sony's God of War Spin-Off Opens 2026 with a Critical Flop

Sony's PS5 exclusive God of War: Sons of Sparta, a 2D metroidvania spin-off exploring Kratos' youth, launched to a 66 Metacritic score — the fourth-lowest for a first-party PS4/PS5 release this generation — marking the first major critical flop of 2026; while critics are unimpressed, consumer reception is somewhat warmer and sales could still recover as the year progresses.

Nioh 3 crosses 1M in sales, lifting the series past 10M units
gaming5 days ago

Nioh 3 crosses 1M in sales, lifting the series past 10M units

Nioh 3 has sold over 1 million copies worldwide, the fastest pace yet for the series, pushing total Nioh sales to over 10 million. Released on February 6 for PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam), the game expands the franchise with a larger, open‑world style world spanning multiple Edo periods, introduces two combat styles (Samurai and Ninja) with new mechanics like Deflect and Arts Proficiency, and features a Guardian Spirit named Kusanagi guiding players through a richly varied Japan.

Metal Gear Solid 4 Lands on PS5 in Master Collection Vol. 2
technology10 days ago

Metal Gear Solid 4 Lands on PS5 in Master Collection Vol. 2

During a State of Play, Konami announced Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, headlined by Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch 2, and Nintendo Switch on August 27, 2026; the bundle also includes Peace Walker and Ghost Babel along with extras, with preorders now open.

Legacy of Kain Revived: PS5 Remaster Leads to a New Prelude
gaming11 days ago

Legacy of Kain Revived: PS5 Remaster Leads to a New Prelude

Legacy of Kain: Defiance is getting a PS5 remaster with updated visuals, modernized controls, and bonus content, releasing March 3, 2026 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2/Switch, and PC; pre-orders on the PS Store are $24.99 and include exclusive “Shifter” skins for Kain and Raziel. The announcement also reveals Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, a fast-paced 2D action platformer by Bit Bot Media and FreakZone Games that serves as a prequel to Soul Reaver, featuring retro-inspired visuals with occasional 3D sections.

Rayman to Get a PS5 HD Remake, Creator Confirms
gaming16 days ago

Rayman to Get a PS5 HD Remake, Creator Confirms

Rayman creator Michael Ancel said in Retro Gamer that the original Rayman will receive a PlayStation 5 HD rerelease with added checkpoints to reduce frustration; reports also point to a Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition from Atari (distributed by U&I Entertainment), and Ubisoft is said to be working on two Rayman projects, including a Legends remake, though no release date is announced.

PS5 Deal: Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Slashed to $5.59 in Limited-Time PS Store Sale
gaming18 days ago

PS5 Deal: Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Slashed to $5.59 in Limited-Time PS Store Sale

A limited-time PS Store sale drops Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League to $5.59 on PS5 (92% off) until February 26; online play requires PlayStation Plus. The DC open-world shooter from Rocksteady/WB has divided critics since release, offering 40–50 hours of content (more for completionists) for a fraction of its launch price, marking the deepest discount it’s seen on the PS Store.

Switch 2 Flexes Graphic Upscaling in Pragmata Showdown
technology19 days ago

Switch 2 Flexes Graphic Upscaling in Pragmata Showdown

Capcom's Pragmata demo on Nintendo Switch 2 is featured in a graphics comparison against Xbox Series S and PS5: Switch 2 runs at a lower resolution but compensates with stronger upscaling, improved filtering and shadow quality, with all versions targeting 60fps though dips can occur; PS5 excels in reflections and hair, while Switch 2's hair quality is closer to Series S.

Capcom's Pragmata Gets Free PS5 Demo Ahead of 2026 Launch
gaming20 days ago

Capcom's Pragmata Gets Free PS5 Demo Ahead of 2026 Launch

Capcom has released a free Pragmata demo on PS5 (also available on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam). The space‑adventure, starring Hugh and android Diana against an AI aboard a moon station, is set to launch on April 24, 2026; the title was first announced in 2020 and delayed from 2022, marking Capcom's return to releasing an original franchise.

Scott Pilgrim EX Arrives March 3 Across PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Switch, and PC
games28 days ago

Scott Pilgrim EX Arrives March 3 Across PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Switch, and PC

Tribute Games’ retro-style side-scrolling beat ’em up Scott Pilgrim EX will launch digitally on March 3 for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Switch, and PC via Steam at $28.99, with physical editions to follow. The update adds playable characters Matthew Patel and Robot-01, supports up to four-player local/online co-op, and features new Anamanaguchi music and a brand-new Toronto-time adventure.