Shift Up revealed a Switch 2 version of Stellar Blade at Tokyo Game Show and announced free Bayonetta-inspired DLC costumes arriving November 5th for all platforms. The developer indicated the original game remains unfinished with planned updates tied to the upcoming sequel Stellar Blade: Blood Rain.
Fate/Extra Record is a PS5 remake of the 2010 PSP game that combines turn-based card-based combat with character-driven storytelling. The game features a customizable deck system where players chain attack cards and guard cards in tactical battles, with three selectable Servants (Saber, Archer, Caster) that affect both combat style and narrative outcomes. The Holy Grail War tournament premise and story-focused design show strong promise after the game's extended development.
Bruce Straley, former Game Director at Naughty Dog, criticized modern AAA games for being risk-averse and creatively stagnant, citing God of War Laufey as an example of technically impressive but gameplay-wise uninspired work. He later apologized for dragging the Santa Monica Studio title into the discussion, clarifying his broader point that the AAA industry lacks innovation due to high production costs and executive risk-aversion.
Former PlayStation executives Shuhei Yoshida and Adam Boyes recreated their iconic 2013 game-sharing skit at Tokyo Game Show 2026, this time without a physical disc, highlighting the irony as PlayStation plans to end disc production in 2028. The original video mocked Xbox One's DRM restrictions on physical games.
Lollipop Chainsaw 2 Back2Back has been officially announced for PS5 by Nada Holdings and Dragami Games, featuring protagonist Juliet Starling navigating a zombie-infested San Romero called Jaredwood. Early gameplay footage shows chainsaw and cheerleading combat with roller skates, though the visuals appear rough with camera and animation issues still needing polish.
Bloomwalker, a Studio Ghibli-style adventure game from Netmarble, has been confirmed for PS5 alongside Xbox and PC, and is now officially part of the Ni no Kuni universe through a partnership with Level-5. The game features exploration, crafting, magical allies, and customizable housing in an open world focused on removing corruption.
Sony released PS5 firmware version 26.06-14.00.00 with enhanced PSSR image quality as default for PS5 Pro, a voice chat speaker indicator, and new Community Activity widgets showing trending and top games. The update also includes Bluetooth management changes and general performance improvements.
Sony announced seven games will be removed from PS Plus Extra and Premium on October 20, 2026, including Silent Hill 2, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, and Jurassic World Evolution 2. Unlike PS Plus Essential, Extra tier subscribers lose access to these titles after the date and must purchase them individually to continue playing.
Sony announced two new PS5 Pulse headset models featuring improved sound quality with planar magnetic drivers, enhanced noise rejection for chat, and improved comfort. The standard Pulse Wireless Headset launches by year-end 2026, while the premium Pulse Edge model with active noise cancellation and detachable mic arrives in early 2027.
Bandai Namco released a new story trailer for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, launching October 2nd, showcasing campaign moments and character interactions. While visually impressive, the trailer may contain spoilers for players planning to experience the single-player campaign firsthand.
Actor Stephen Root has confirmed his involvement in GTA 6, voicing character Brian Heder, a drug runner. Root's distinctive voice from King of the Hill made his casting an open secret among fans since the game's initial promotional materials.
A trademark filing suggests the Lies of P sequel from Round8 Studio will be titled 'Wonders of O' and themed around The Wizard of Oz, following a teaser in the original game's ending. The studio is in full development on the sequel as of May 2026.
A PS5 blackout protest against Sony's decision to stop manufacturing physical game discs had no significant impact on player counts or engagement in the US, according to data from analyst Mat Piscatella at Circana. The campaign, which ran from August 23-30 and was later extended indefinitely, failed to meaningfully reduce console usage despite generating substantial social media attention.
Sony sent a cease-and-desist letter to PC modder Speclizer, halting the release of a The Last of Us 2 multiplayer mod that had been in development for nine months and was set to launch this month. The mod, which was partially funded through Patreon, recreated Factions-style multiplayer gameplay; Sony likely targeted it due to the modder's monetization of the fan project.