Persona fans can now pre-load Persona 5: The Phantom X on PC and smartphones ahead of its global release on June 26, with the game offering a gacha adaptation of the popular JRPG franchise, developed with contributions from key series members but not by Atlus, and a console version potentially in the future.
Infinity Nikki, a free-to-play game, requires purchasing an early access package for £7.99 to pre-load on PS5, despite being free otherwise. This tactic mirrors previous strategies by other games like Zenless Zone Zero. Infinity Nikki, launching on December 5th across multiple platforms, has been well-received, with potential to rival Genshin Impact. The game features contributions from Nintendo veteran Kentaro Tominaga.
The pre-load for Marvel Rivals is now available on Xbox Series consoles, with a download size of 44.56 GB. The game is set to launch on December 5th at 7pm EST/4pm PST. Marvel Rivals features a storyline where Doctor Doom and his future counterpart from 2099 cause universes to collide, leading to battles between superheroes and villains from across the multiverse. A list of 39 characters, including both announced and unannounced ones, has been shared by a Twitter user, adding to the anticipation for the game's release.
Destiny 2's upcoming expansion, The Final Shape, will launch on June 4 with a 25-hour downtime starting June 3. Pre-load times vary by platform, with significant storage space required, especially on Steam and Epic Games Store. Players should complete any last-minute tasks before the downtime begins.
The PS5 exclusive game Stellar Blade will have a download size of over 30 GB and will be available for pre-load on April 19. The trophy list includes a total of 43 trophies, with completion-based objectives such as obtaining different endings, collecting items, and defeating enemies using various methods.
The upcoming GTA Online Winter Update is now available for pre-load on PS5 and PS4, revealing the release date of December 12th. The download size on PS5 is 6.212GB, while on PS4 it is 3GB. Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC players will have to wait until December 12th to download the update. The Winter Update will introduce a new Salvage Yard business, Drift Races, new vehicles, and various improvements. Leaks suggest that the update will include additional content.
Final Fantasy XVI will have a download size of 90.18 GB, with pre-loading starting on June 20th and the game launching on June 22nd. The day one patch will address performance issues, including a control flag issue, crashing issue, minor text errors, and optimization of performance in several places. The game will be exclusive to PlayStation 5.
Street Fighter 6 will launch globally on June 2, 2023, with a file size of around 60GB. Pre-loading is available on PlayStation and Steam, but not yet on Xbox. Pre-ordering the game gives players access to six additional outfits, with PlayStation players also receiving 18 special titles and stickers.
The Horizon Forbidden West DLC Burning Shores is available for pre-load on PS5 for those who have pre-ordered it via the PS Store. The size of the expansion is just under 17GB, and it will be launched on Wednesday. The pre-order bonus includes a few extras, but players must beat the base game first to unlock access to Burning Shores.