Ubisoft and Evil Empire released the Anniversary update for The Rogue Prince of Persia, introducing a new Ice/Freeze element, difficulty rebalancing, new weapons and tools, Arena challenges, and quality-of-life improvements. The update smooths early progression with better pacing and teaches core mechanics like wallrunning while adding deep elemental interactions and gear customization.
GACHIAKUTA: BREAKOUT, a survival action RPG based on the hit Japanese anime, launches in 2027 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC. Players follow protagonist Rudo as he navigates the Pit, fights trash beasts, and discovers his power to weaponize discarded objects while expanding the Cleaners Headquarters base.
Larian Studios released 19 new approved mods for Baldur's Gate 3 on Xbox and PlayStation, including recruitable goblin character Sazza, new homebrew classes like The Conjurer and Pugilist, cosmetic upgrades, and a mod that turns companion Lae'zel into a frog with a greatsword. Players can access all mods through the in-game Mod Manager without external sites.
Sony has unveiled the PlayStation Pulse and Pulse Edge wireless headsets featuring planar magnetic drivers and PlayStation Link connectivity for low-latency audio across PS5, PlayStation Portal, PC, and Mac. The Pulse Edge includes active noise cancellation and double the magnets for deeper bass, while both models offer AI-enhanced noise rejection and directional audio for gaming.
PlayStation 5 received a system software update introducing new widgets that display the most popular and trending games by region, alongside features for speaker identification in party chats and enhanced image quality settings for PS5 Pro users.
Capcom revealed Teostra as a huntable monster in the Monster Hunter Wilds expansion 'Ascendance' during Tokyo Game Show 2026. The expansion launches in 2027 and will feature gameplay improvements including faster weapon swapping and equipment management outside tents.
Clear River Games announces that Terranigma, the classic 1995 action RPG developed by Quintet, will launch on January 14, 2027 across PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC. The release includes multiple physical editions and quality-of-life improvements such as an Arranged Mode with increased magic damage, a mini map, and a rewind function.
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.
Clear River Games has announced a physical collector's edition called the Gaia Edition for the 1995 SNES RPG Terranigma, available for pre-order ahead of the game's January 2027 rerelease on PC and consoles. The Gaia Edition includes a physical copy, soundtrack CD, art book, cloth map, mechanical music box, and steelbook casing for £168, with standard and steelbook editions also available at lower prices.
A PlayStation 5 Linux developer abandoned their project after others monetized a critical exploit they had discovered, frustrating the original researcher.
PlayStation hacker Andy 'TheFlow0' Nguyen is quitting the PS5 Linux project, citing an influx of AI-assisted developers in open-source communities who submit code they don't understand. The project's progress was further hampered when other developers used AI to find a hypervisor bug and reported it to Sony for a bounty, despite Nguyen's request to delay disclosure.
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.
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.
SEGA and Two Point Studios announced the Two Point Museum DLC 'Rides & Relics,' launching October 8. The expansion lets players design custom roller coasters, hire mascots, and reopen an abandoned amusement park at Riquetti Gardens, featuring new expert types, exhibits, and themed decorations.
SEGA announced Bayonetta as the first free character update for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds in year two, alongside previously revealed Godzilla and Evangelion DLC packs featuring new courses and playable characters. Additional year two details will be revealed during the World Championship Finals livestream on October 9.
A fan-organized PlayStation Blackout boycott protesting Sony's end of disc production had minimal impact on US PS5 engagement, according to market research firm Circana, which found no significant change in player activity. Sony acknowledged the backlash and stated it would cautiously proceed with its all-digital strategy while exploring how to engage gamers in a digital ecosystem.
Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton, a multiplayer survival game from Shueisha Games and poncle, has been delayed from 2026 to 2027. The game will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC via Steam, featuring up to eight players competing as characters from Jujutsu Kaisen against cursed spirits in a survivors royale format.
PlayStation discontinued its involvement with Kojima Productions' Physint due to budget overruns, profitability concerns, and exclusivity constraints, with the studio instead partnering with Xbox to develop the action-espionage title.
A PlayStation blackout boycott organized by fans in late August to protest the company's abandonment of physical media had no significant impact on player engagement, according to analyst Matt Piscatella. PlayStation appears unlikely to reverse its stance, with next year marking the final year for physical game support on the platform.