A prominent PS5 hacker named TheFlow announced he is quitting the PS5 hacking scene after another modder named Jordy reported a critical hypervisor exploit to Sony via HackerOne, despite allegedly agreeing to keep it secret until after Grand Theft Auto 6's release. TheFlow had been developing a Linux mod to turn PS5 consoles into Steam Machines and planned to release it in 2027, but the exploit's disclosure will likely result in Sony patching it out via firmware updates.
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.
Playground Games says Fable's decade-long development was protected because Xbox considers the RPG series vital to the platform's identity. The reboot, announced in 2020 with actual development beginning in 2016, will release in 2027 and features British comedic talent including Richard Ayoade and Natasia Demetriou.
PS5 Linux developer TheFloW quit his project after a hypervisor vulnerability he had kept private was independently discovered and reported to Sony by another researcher. Nguyen had planned to preserve the bug until after GTA 6's release to allow users to run Linux on PS5, but the disclosure ended his plans for PS5 Pro support in 2027. The project remains available under GPL 3.0 for other developers to continue.
Sony released PlayStation 5 system software update version 26.06-14.00.00, which enables Enhance PSSR Image Quality by default for sharper visuals on PS5 Pro, adds Display Names to show who's speaking in voice chat, and introduces Trending Now and Top 10 views in the Community Activity widget to surface popular and emerging games.
Sony released PS5 system update 26.06-14.00.00 on September 16, featuring Enhanced PSSR Image Quality as the default setting for PS5 Pro consoles to provide sharper visuals. The update also adds voice chat speaker indicators, a Community Activity widget showing trending and popular games, Bluetooth management improvements, and general performance enhancements.
Marvel's Wolverine launched on PlayStation 5 to uneven reviews and negative reception, compounded by Sony's decision to end physical disc production. God of War Laufey, releasing February 2027, now faces heightened scrutiny to prove audiences still want Sony's cinematic action-adventure games amid criticism that the studio's formula has become formulaic.
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.
City Connection announced Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Jong REMASTER, a mahjong adventure game coming to PS5, Switch, and PC in 2027. The remaster features three game modes including story-driven mahjong battles in Hinamizawa with cheating mechanics, support for Japanese and Chinese languages, and bonus content with guest artist illustrations.
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.
Wardogs, a tactical shooter from UK studio Bulkhead, sold over a million copies and reached 350,000 concurrent players on its first day in Steam early access, causing server congestion. The game features 100-player three-way matches with vehicle combat and destructible terrain, and is planned for PS5 and Xbox in 2028.
Leaked footage from a PlayStation playtest reveals gameplay for Haven Studios' long-awaited PS5 shooter Fairgames, a competitive heist game where teams infiltrate secure locations to steal cargo and escape. The game, announced in 2023 and delayed to 2026 following producer Jade Raymond's departure, is described as a modern take on the heist genre with PvPvE mechanics.
Wardogs, a 100-player multiplayer first-person shooter with three teams competing for zone control, launched into Steam Early Access on September 10, 2026, and sold over 1.25 million copies with nearly 300,000 concurrent players. The game features destructible environments, vehicle combat, and base-building mechanics similar to Battlefield, with a PS5 console version confirmed for 2028.
Vanillaware and Marvelous revealed resolution and frame rate targets for Muramasa: Revenant Blades across PS5, Switch 2, and Switch platforms. The action RPG remake launches February 4, 2027 on PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam, marking Vanillaware's first PC release since 2006.
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes adds DLC character Zohar on September 15 for PS5, PS4, and PC, with a September 23 Switch release at $4.99. Zohar is a high-speed infighter who uses doppelganger abilities and spike attacks to overwhelm opponents with mix-ups and cross-up techniques.
PlayStation and Haven Studios' heist shooter Fairgames has resurfaced after three years with a new playtest under the codename Project Espresso. The third-person competitive action game tasks teams with infiltrating secure locations, stealing cargo, and escaping before rivals, combining PvPvE gameplay with sandbox mechanics.
Sony has announced PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games for September, featuring RuneScape: Dragonwilds as the headline title alongside titles like WWE 2K26, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, and Sniper Elite: Resistance. The monthly lineup includes a mix of newer releases and older acclaimed games across PS4 and PS5.
Nintendo Switch 2 received docked VRR support 16 months after launch, matching Xbox Series X|S and surpassing PS5's capabilities with support for 40-60 FPS modes. However, existing games require patches to utilize the feature, with only Welcome Tour currently supporting it. The implementation forces VRR on at all times when enabled, though developers are expected to adopt it for future titles.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation will require a digital download on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S rather than shipping complete on physical discs like its predecessors. Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi justified the decision by citing concerns that using the same disc size as previous entries would compromise game fidelity and quality. The announcement has drawn criticism from fans opposed to the download requirement and Sony's broader shift away from physical media.
Persona 4 Revival is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, launching May 20, 2027, several months after the PS5 release. Atlus also teased Persona 6 for Switch 2, which will feature a new standalone story and cast of characters while maintaining the series' blend of daily life simulation and supernatural adventure.