Title: When Is The PS6 Coming Out? Not Even Sony Has Decided The Date, Yet Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:50:03 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/the-ps6-launch-date-is-still-up-in-the-air-2000725002 Scheduling is happening amid an unprecedented cost crisis for gaming

Title: We Almost Got A Loot-Based Star Wars RPG Featuring Jedi And Mandalorians Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:40:07 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/we-almost-got-a-loot-based-star-wars-rpg-featuring-jedi-and-mandalorians-2000724976 Project Magellan was planned to feature different classes and online multiplayer

Title: Don’t Worry About Delays, Kingdom Hearts 4 Directors Say Late 2027 Release Date Is ‘A 100-Percent Thing’ Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:23:43 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/kingdom-hearts-4-release-date-late-2027-confirmed-tetsuya-nomura-2000724969 'I saw online that some people were saying the release date might still get pushed back. I want to set the record straight: That is not happening,' said Tetsuya Nomura

Title: Sony Terminates Stonks-9800 Dev’s Publisher Agreement Without Warning, 14 Titles Set To Disappear In Under A Week Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:46:50 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/stonks-9800-playstation-store-sony-ternox-games-shovelware-2000724952 'PlayStation Support refuses to listen to my arguments or even respond to my emails in any way,' stated Ternox Games

Title: Kingdom Hearts Fans Watched History This Weekend, And Now It’s Taken On A More Tragic Poignance Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:15:15 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/kingdom-hearts-d23-sora-riku-hayden-panettiere-kairi-death-2000724967 Sora and Riku finally shared a stage, and a day later, the original voice of Kairi died at 36

Title: Monopoly Go x The Simpsons crossover is almost here Date: Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:41:21 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/monopoly-go-the-simpsons-crossover-details Monopoly Go players have been looking forward to a major crossover event for what felt like months, and though most of the details ended up leaking, nothing actually beats official information. Read more

Title: Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.3 will take us deeper into the World in Canvas and make Mortenax Blade playable Date: Fri, 22 May 2026 13:43:44 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/honkai-star-rail-version-4-3-all-details HoYoverse has today delivered full details on the next major update for Honkai: Star Rail. Version 4.3, dubbed The Lethe Below the Living, will be available for all players on June 1. The upcoming update adds a new chapter to the Planarcadia arc, and introduce a new playable character. Read more

Title: Forza Horizon 6 explodes on Steam even before it's officially out Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 11:00:02 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/forza-horizon-6-steam-numbers-big-launch Steam is abuzz this week with a couple of long-anticipated launches, but in Forza Horizon 6’s case, at least, the game isn’t even out for what will be most of its players. The anticipated sequel in the open-world driving game series doesn’t officially launch until May 19, but owners of its most expensive version - the Premium Edition - can play it right now. Read more

Title: Mystic Messenger's most loyal players are getting banned in droves for seemingly playing the game too much Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 10:02:10 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/mystic-messenger-ban-wave-thousands-of-hourglasses-anniversary Mystic Messenger, arguably one of the best dating sims around, has been dormant for about seven years. Despite not receiving new content or any meaningful updates in all that time, the game remains popular with its core fans, many of whom just woke up to some shocking news about their accounts. Read more

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Title: Best Items To Get Early In Mortal Shell 2 Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:54:14 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/mortal-shell-2-best-items-to-get-early/ Are you thinking about the best items to get early in Mortal Shell 2? There are plenty of goodies to be found all over the ruined lands of Fallgrim. These include melee weapons, sidearms, and consumables. Some, like Tarstones, also help you greatly as they add new effects to your equipped gear. Our guide has all the details that you need as you explore some nearby locales. Best early-game items in Mortal Shell 2 Before we get started, we do recommend a couple of articles that you can check out. The first is our beacons and maps guide, which gives you a lay of the land while you’re roaming around. The second is our Fainweald exploration guide, which is a step-by-step outline of the places that you need to check out upon arriving in the region. Marsh Peals Marsh Pearls are items that you should get early in Mortal Shell 2. You can obtain at least four from an NPC named Gorf just by handing over a single Weltcap. Just keep talking to Gorf and resetting the world via the nearby beacon, all while exhausting his dialogue responses. Each Marsh Pearl can be sold for 2,000 coins. That’s an easy 8,000 coins very early in the campaign. With all that gold, you can buy a bunch of goodies, as well as spend some on weapon and sidearm upgrades. The Marsh Pearls from Gorf net you quite a lot of gold. Leech effect Tarstones Tarstones with the leech status effect grant bonus health. It might not seem much until you realize that stacks persist even if your character perishes, as long as the weapon with that Tarstone isn’t equipped at that time. The first Tarstone that you want to get is the Parasitic Stone, which is in the Martyr’s Tomb dungeon. It’s just slightly south of the Great Arbiter of Flesh miniboss. The second Tarstone is called the Unwieldy Stone, which can be purchased from Merrick in Marrow Keep for 2,000 coins. The leech effect from Tarstones (left) continuously stacks with each enemy you slay (right). Troubadour’s Lute The Troubadour’s Lute, which comes from the One-Legged Wolf Tavern, is one of the best early-game items in Mortal Shell 2. That’s because, unlike other sidearms in the game, it can actually inflict the confusion status effect on enemies. If your target is unable to resist confusion, it will attack its old buddies for a few seconds. By extension, multiple hostiles that are confused would, naturally, just end up killing each other while you stare in disbelief. Note 1: The tavern where you find the Troubadour’s Lute is also where you can unlock the Gragu shell, provided that you’re able to complete Gragu’s task. Note 2: The Troubadour's Lute can be used to play various theme music. Get ready to cause some confusion with the Troubadour's Lute. Grisha Remnant The Grisha Remnant is another item that you need to get early in Mortal Shell 2. There are several of these found in the game world. In fact, by the time we concluded the campaign, we already had seven. As for the earliest one that you can get, well, it’s actually in the Flooded Village, the same place where you obtain the Forgotten Crossbow. There’s a Grisha that’s trapped in a pit. If you manage to kill it, you receive its remains as a prize. So, what exactly makes the Grisha Remnant a must-have item? It’s due to its passive effect, which grants a chance to summon a Grisha spirit. The description says this is an “on-hit” effect, but it’s more of an “on-swing” proc. That means there’s a pretty good chance that a Grisha pops up during tense battles, slamming and pouncing on your foes until they’re beaten to a pulp. Summon a Grisha to bulldoze your opponents. Justiciar’s Stone and Gloombound Stone Both the Justiciar’s Stone (gold boost) and Gloombound Stone (gloom boost) are integral Tarstones in the long run. This is primarily due to how much they increase your resource acquisition as you defeat enemies. The Jusiticar’s Stone is in eastern Fainweald, in a cavern just past the Broodshell Swarm encounter. The Gloombound Stone, meanwhile, is in the Stones of Remembrance graveyard just a short distance away. Amass more gold with the Justiciar's Stone. Axatana We consider the Axatana as one of the best weapons in Mortal Shell 2, which is why you should get it early. That said, it’s going to be a long trek: From the Outskirts of Mammon beacon, keep going south and jump across the massive chasm by way of the bone gates. At the opposite side, in the fortress known as Castigator’s Keep, continue going south while avoiding the enemies. These include a couple of annoying Ballista-Head creatures. At the courtyard with the Synaptic Vessel, start heading eastward to the snowy rock outcropping. Keep using the bone gates to jump across the gaps. Eventually, you’ll reach the Forgotten Tower. Shoot the bell underneath the bridge to fully repair the structure. Alternatively, use the other bone gate to make it across. Press the switch next to the metal door and defeat the Dagger Sester, then claim your reward. It's going to be a long trek (left) just to get the Axatana (right), but it's well worth the effort. The Axatana has extremely fast attack animations. Not only does it deal a lot of damage, but the speed itself helps immensely with debuff application. That does it for our guide on the best early-game items in Mortal Shell 2. Don’t forget to check our beginner’s guide if you need help while starting out. Oh, and we also have articles about all weapon locations and all shell locations if you’re excited to venture across the regions of Fainweald and Mammon.

Title: Where To Go First In Mortal Shell 2 Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:49:28 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/mortal-shell-2-where-to-go-first/ Do you want to know where you should go first in Mortal Shell 2? The lands of Fallgrim, now broken up into multiple regions, remain vast. Setting out on a trek isn’t for the faint of heart given all the challenges along the way. Fortunately, our guide here will walk you through what you can expect within the first few hours of playing the campaign proper--i.e. after the prologue. In This Article Where to go first in FainwealdWidow’s Overlook and Glimpse from pre-cleansed beaconsRevered Gland and Gloombound FlameA quick trek to the south: The Martyr’s Tomb, region map, and Tiel shellHeading to the north: Part 1 - Gorf and gold-farmingHeading to the north: Part 2 - The Proxima shell and another region mapA few odds and ends: Ova, Tarstones, and unlocking fast travel Where to go first in Fainweald Let’s say you’ve already completed Mortal Shell 2’s prologue. That means you’ve checked out everything in Marrow Keep--which acts as your main hub--and you’ve just ridden the elevator to the top of the tower. The side that leads to the Ruins of Mammon region is blocked by corrupted growths, and you don’t want to go there yet anyway. Instead, you should look at the teleporter gate that’s cleared, one that’s overlooking the Fainweald region. That is where you need to go first in Mortal Shell 2. Note: We recommend checking our fast travel beacons and region maps guide so you have an idea about the beacons that you should tag and the maps that you should collect. A map showing some early-game points-of-interest. Widow’s Overlook and Glimpse from pre-cleansed beacons The only beacon that’s active in Fainweald is called Widow’s Overlook. Once you land there like a meteor, enter it to find a Glimpse in the inner chamber. The Glimpse resource is used via the Shellkeeper NPC in Marrow Keep. This improves your bonds with the shells that you unlock. Doing so allows you to select amazing perks, including boosts to active abilities and status effect immunity. The first pre-cleansed beacon that you reach (left) has a Glimpse, the resource needed to increase shell bonds (right). Revered Gland and Gloombound Flame From the Widow’s Overlook beacon, turn around to see a muddy area guarded by the Great Arbiter of Flesh miniboss. You can fight this fella if you’re up to the task, or you can just avoid him and quickly grab some loot: Gloombound Flame - Bring this to the top of the Marrow Keep tower and light the lantern. This lets you change the game’s difficulty. Revered Gland - Use it via a beacon to increase the number of Mether’s Pulse--i.e. healing flask--charges. The Great Arbiter of Flesh is guarding two important items. A quick trek to the south: The Martyr’s Tomb, region map, and Tiel shell From the Great Arbiter of Flesh’s area, keep following the path to the south to spot the following: Fainweald map - Use the air current to get to the top of the rock formation. Tiel shell - Found buried in a shallow grave. This ought to be the first shell that you unlock. You should then utilize Tiel's stealth-based abilities. As an aside, near the miniboss' area, there’s a ruin with a staircase that leads to a dungeon called Martyr’s Tomb. Defeat the enemies down below to claim the Obsidian Lathe and the Parasitic Stone. The former is used for Tarforge upgrades, and the latter is a Tarstone that grants the leech effect--i.e. a temporary increase to your HP--when you kill hostiles. Simply shoot the device above the metal grate to exit the room. Get Tiel immediately (left) and start checking out dungeons (right). Heading to the north: Part 1 - Gorf and gold-farming Now that you have the Tiel shell, where should you go next in Mortal Shell 2? Well, we recommend going on a quick trek to the north this time. Just past the Widow’s Overlook beacon, you’ll see a combat trial. Feel free to eliminate the enemies there to receive the Retribution Stone, which increases riposte damage. From the trial altar, swing to the right to stumble upon a giant frog NPC named Gorf--because, you know, that’s “frog” backward. Anyway, if you give 1x Weltcap to this fella, he’ll hand over a Marsh Pearl. It’s an item that can be sold to a vendor for 2,000x coin. Return to the beacon to reset the world and talk to Gorf again to receive yet another Marsh Pearl. Keep doing this until you have four of the items, which will then cause Gorf to give you a Poisoned Dagger as part of his quest. Note: By now, you should have enough coins to buy the Revered Gland and Synaptic Vessel items from Merrick in Marrow Keep. At this point, you’ll have 5x flask charges with a slight boost to the healed amount. Gorf's true love will cure him of all his ailments. Heading to the north: Part 2 - The Proxima shell and another region map You’re not done yet, though. Just past the trial altar, there’s a rope bridge at the left-hand side. This leads to the second map for the Fainweald region. Next, if you take the other rope bridge--i.e. the one closer to Gorf's location--you’ll come across the Blackridge Pass beacon. Just beyond that, there’s a clearing where Cultists and Treants are fighting. The sloping path to the left has a Spider-Leech enemy guarding a lone beacon. Run past it and enter the structure. Inside, you’ll be able to unlock the Proxima shell. Check the Blackridge Cliffs area (left) to find the Proxima shell (right). A few odds and ends: Ova, Tarstones, and unlocking fast travel So, you’ve got two shells, a couple of beacons and maps, and some upgrades already. Where should you go next in Mortal Shell 2? Now, at this stage, it would be a good idea to grab some additional loot and Ova--i.e. glowing eggs that are required for campaign progression. Blackridge Pass beacon - Cleanse the beacon’s dungeon to obtain 650x coin, 1x Glimpse, and 1x Ovum. Mushroom Village beacon - Cleanse the beacon’s dungeon to obtain the Emberseed Stone, 1x Glimpse, and 1x Ovum. Mushroom Village Gate beacon - Keep heading to the southeastern part of Fainweald to tag this beacon. Then, cleanse its dungeon to obtain the Volatile Fragment, 1x Glimpse, and 3x Ova. Cleansing the Mushroom Village Gate beacon grants you access to the Corrupted Gate major dungeon known as the Glutted Mire. You may also pick up some additional Glimpse near the gateway. Even better, since you’ve picked up at least 5x extra Ova, you can return to Marrow Keep’s ova chamber to siphon the eggs. This unlocks the Mether’s Breath power. With it, you’ll be able to remove corrupted growths in overworld areas. Likewise, you’ll be able to fast travel to the beacons that you’ve tagged. Collect and siphon enough Ova to unlock fast travel. That does it for our guide on where to go first in Mortal Shell 2. From here, you can go ahead and delve into more dungeons, complete the rest of Gorf's quest, check out the Flooded Village, or enter the aforementioned Corrupted Gate. If you need more help for the initial hours of the campaign, you can read our best early-game items guide and beginner's guide. We also have a shell locations guide and weapons/sidearms locations guide to help you as you duke it out against terrifying foes.

Title: Canceled Star Wars RPG Magellan Looked Like A Star Wars Take On Borderlands Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:25:04 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/canceled-star-wars-rpg-magellan-looked-like-a-star-wars-take-on-borderlands/ There's no shortage of Star Wars games in development right now, but one game set in a galaxy far (far!) away that you won't be playing is an AAA action-RPG set in that sci-fi series. Developed under the codename Magellan--it's worth noting that Zynga has never officially confirmed this project--the project would have allowed players to pick up a lightsaber and play as a Jedi, or, if they wanted to be cool, a Mandalorian. According to official development materials seen and uploaded by MP1st, Magellan was in development at Echtra Games, but the studio was shut down last year by its owner, Zynga. NaturalMotion was also assisting on the game's production, which reportedly kicked off in 2021. Some footage shared by a former Echtra Games developer shows off a third-person ARPG with plenty of shoot-and-loot gameplay, featuring two character classes: Jedi and Mandalorian. Jedi have their signature lightsabers and the ability to use the Force, while Mandalorians can use their jetpacks to get around, flamethrowers, and ranged weaponry. https://bsky.app/profile/mp1st.bsky.social/post/3mta2kmdefc2u Both classes could use gadgets like electric grenades, and the core gameplay loop seemed to revolve around obtaining "Booster Gear" from enemies and opening reward chests. An "NPC Bond System" would also have allowed players to build relationships with NPCs when they weren't fighting Stormtroopers and droids. Magellan was originally targeting a PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S release, but work on the project ceased, and Magellan joined a long list of canceled Star Wars games, like Star Wars 1313, Visceral's Project Ragtag, and a Republic Commando sequel. While Magellan is currently one with the Force, the wait for new Star Wars games is paying off with the release of the XCOM-like Zero Company on August 27 and Star Wars: Galactic Racer on October 6. This year's D23 also had plenty of reveals for the wider Star Wars franchise, including a new look at Ahsoka's second season, the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter movie starring Ryan Gosling, and the recent release of The Ninth Jedi, a standalone spinoff of the Star Wars: Visions anthology. The Best Star Wars Games Of All Time View Images

Title: Kingdom Hearts 4 Delay, You Say? No Way, Series Co-Creator States Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:43:21 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/kingdom-hearts-4-delay-you-say-no-way-series-co-creator-states/ Over the weekend, Disney's D23 expo not only revealed that Kingdom Hearts 4 will feature Pixar's Coco, but also that the action-RPG is set to arrive in late 2027. Now, it's been a long time since we've seen a new mainline installment in the Square Enix series--already over seven years at this point. So people are expressing skepticism about the release window, but franchise co-creator Tetsuya Nomura is promising Kingdom Hearts 4 will come out next year. VGC reports that Nomura, who's co-directing Kingdom Hearts 4, appeared on stage Saturday at D23 to discuss the new title. "We announced that the game is going to be coming late 2027, and I saw online that some people were saying, 'Oh, you know, maybe the actual release date might still get pushed back,'" Nomura said through a translator. "I just wanted to set the record straight: That is not happening." Along with the release window, the world of Coco looks to have a major presence in Kingdom Hearts 4. In fact, Sora is even seen fighting alongside Hector in the new trailer for the RPG (seen above). It was also confirmed that Donald and Goofy will be playable characters for the first time ever in the franchise. Kingdom Hearts 4 was originally announced over four years ago for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, during the franchise's 20th anniversary in 2022. In June, the game was announced for Switch 2. Kingdom Hearts is one of Disney's nine gaming franchises to generate over $1 billion. Hilariously enough, former Disney CEO Michael Eisner has no memory of giving the first game his approval almost a quarter of a century ago. The Best Way To Play Kingdom Hearts View Images

Title: Disney Is Bringing Fortnite Into Its Real-World Star Wars Rides Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:29:57 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/disney-is-bringing-fortnite-into-its-real-world-star-wars-rides/ Disney invested more than $1.5 billion into Epic Games to help create synergies between Fortnite and the company's lucrative theme park business, and now how that integration works is coming to light. As revealed at Disney's D23 event this weekend, Fortnite is integrating with the Smuggler's Run ride at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. For anyone just catching up, Smugglers Run is an interactive motion simulator attraction that has six people piling into the Millennium Falcon as they work together to collect crates for the fan-favorite pirate, Hondo. With this new Fortnite collaboration, those crates will now unlock content in the game. Here's how it works. Connected to this, Fortnite is adding a new Fortnite island called Smugglers Gambit, which takes place around Mersa Veta Station on the planet Ord Ryla. "You’ll team up with friends, take on co-op missions, battle pirates and Imperial remnants, encounter dangerous wildlife, unlock new gear, and build your reputation across the Outer Rim," reads a line from the description. "And because this is Hondo we’re talking about, there are plenty of opportunities for things to go wonderfully right… or spectacularly wrong." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7__yYz8kg4o People need to connect their Epic Games and MyDisney accounts for this to work. This integration is already live, having launched on Sunday, August 16 at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. One of the first perks is the Forsworn Trooper Outfit, which you can see in the image above. Disney's CEO, Josh D'Amaro, is a big believer in video games and was personally spearheading the company's investment and collaboration with Epic Games. Beyond this new partnership, D'Amaro has said one day people may be able to buy Disney Cruise Line tickets inside Fortnite or watch a Disney movie. Additionally, Disney is said to be working on an Arc Raiders-style game to be released in Fortnite.

Title: 'Resident Evil Requiem' Star Has Reportedly Found Her Next Starring Role Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:41:21 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/tides-of-annihilation-lead-actor-resident-evil-requiem-grace/ Tides of Annihilation is an upcoming Arthurian legend-inspired action RPG. Originally, Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 star Jennifer English was cast in its lead role, but developer Eclipse Glow Games announced in July that English would be stepping away from the project due to "personal health reasons." A month later, the studio has seemingly found its new lead, and she's a familiar face.

Title: 'Skip and Loafer' Season 2 Anime Finally Coming in 2027 Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:37:16 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/skip-and-loafer-season-2-release-date-announced/ The long wait forSkip and Loafer's second season is almost over. The charming rom-com anime that first premiered in 2023 is officially returning in April 2027.

Title: 'Marvel Rivals' Players Are Exploiting a Cheat That Lets Them End Matches Without Penalties Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:27:51 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/marvel-rivals-match-quit-hack/ If Marvel Rivals’ ranked mode wasn’t already a nightmare, cheaters have recently made it much worse. Players have discovered a way to quit matches without receiving a penalty. “People are intentionally abusing the cheating detection system to cancel games with no consequence when they are losing,” LytePK posted on X. “This has happened to me 5X on stream today alone.”

Title: Mortal Shell 2 Reviews Say It's One of 2026's Best New Soulslikes Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:14:08 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/mortal-shell-review-roundup/ Though 2026 has been loaded with new video games, it's been a relatively quiet year for the Soulslike genre so far. Nioh 3has been the undisputed king of 2026 since it launched in early February, but it finally has some competition. The reviews are in for Mortal Shell 2, and critics agree that it's a major improvement over its 2021 predecessor.

Title: Hayden Panettiere, Star of Heroes and Kingdom Hearts, Dies at 36 Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:50:06 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/hayden-panetierre-death-heroes-kingdom-hearts/ Hayden Panettiere, the actor known for her television roles in Heroes and Nashville and in games Until Dawn and Kingdom Hearts, has died at 36.

Title: Class Is in Session: GeForce NOW Levels Up Linux, Chromebooks and More Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:33 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-linux-native-app/ GeForce NOW is giving cloud gaming an extra-credit upgrade just in time for back-to-school season. The native Linux app for GeForce NOW is officially out of beta. GeForce NOW is also delivering new cloud optimizations that make Frame Generation feel even more responsive while streaming. On top of that, Performance members will see higher frame rates in demanding games thanks to a CPU performance adjustment.  Plus, learn how GeForce NOW can add high-performance GeForce RTX gaming to the Chromebooks students already rely on for school – and how eligible new owners can take advantage of Chromebook Fast Pass. It all adds up to more ways to move from assignments to adventures across nearly any device. The only homework left is to decide what to play. This week, nine new games join the GeForce NOW library. The Cloud Gets Extra Credit GeForce NOW keeps getting better. The native Linux app for GeForce NOW has officially graduated from beta. Built on months of community feedback, the release focuses on performance, stability and polish while continuing to support Ubuntu 24.04 and later. A new Flatpack repository makes getting started and receiving future updates even easier. Visit the download page for more information and instructions. The cloud handles the rendering, so Linux gamers can tap into the latest GeForce RTX performance while staying on their preferred setup — without local hardware upgrades, compatibility headaches or complicated workarounds. Smooth gameplay makes the grade. GeForce NOW has also optimized DLSS Frame Generation in the cloud, reducing latency and making games feel more responsive. The improvements are especially noticeable when streaming at 60 or 120 frames per second in 1440p and 4K, helping every mouse movement and camera pan feel more immediate. Performance members will also enjoy additional server software optimizations to improve frame rates in select CPU-intensive games, helping demanding titles run more smoothly while delivering an even better gameplay experience. The cloud-side upgrade happens automatically, with nothing for members to install or configure, and at no additional cost. From Class Mode to Game Mode Class dismissed. Game on. Chromebooks already in backpacks can double as a PC gaming powerhouse, with GeForce NOW giving everyday school setups extra credit.  Chromebooks handling lectures, group projects and browser tabs can transform into high-performance GeForce RTX gaming PCs in just a few clicks. When class is out, open a supported browser or app and stream more than 2,000 supported PC games from existing libraries, with the cloud handling the heavy lifting. The same flexibility extends to Macs, Surface devices, everyday laptops, Steam Deck and mobile devices. Plus, eligible new Chromebook and Chromebook+ owners can claim a year of GeForce NOW at no cost with Chromebook Fast Pass, with priority access and no ads.  Study. Stream PC games. Same device.  Ready for the Weekend Follow the chain of command, streaming from the cloud. In addition, members can look for the following new games streaming this week: Car Wash Simulator (New release on Steam, Aug. 10) Pax Autocratica (New release on Steam, Aug. 10) Clawed (New release on Steam, Aug. 13) Hell Let Loose: Vietnam (New release on Steam, Aug. 13) Sandustry (New release on Steam and Xbox, Aug. 13) Cat Mail Co. (Steam) Misery (Steam) Monster Hunter Wilds Prologue Demo (Steam) Pratfall (Steam) To cap things off, a creator known as “Madelyn” recently shared how GeForce now makes cloud gaming affordable and accessible across nearly all her devices, calling it “a game changer” in her video: What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: GeForce NOW Shakes Up August With 26 New Games Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:11 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-august-2026-games-list/ August is here, bringing 26 new games for GeForce NOW members.  Command the seas in World of Warships: Legends and discover what’s next in the GeForce NOW library, starting with the eight newly added games this week.  In addition, GeForce NOW is at the QuakeCon gaming conference this week in Grapevine, Texas, with hands-on experiences awaiting attendees. Return to QuakeCon  Visit the NVIDIA booth at QuakeCon to experience GeForce RTX 5080-powered Ultimate cloud gaming in action, with demos showcasing stunning visuals at up to 5K 120 frames per second on an ultrawide display, as well as seamless gameplay on the Lenovo Legion Go S handheld device. Conference attendees can see how thousands of PC games, including fan-favorite Bethesda titles, can move effortlessly across laptops, Macs, handhelds, mobile devices, TVs and more — letting members pick up where they left off on nearly any supported screen. Gamers not at the show can try out Ultimate cloud gaming in action with a day pass and jump into Bethesda titles from any device. All Games on Deck Sail the seas from nearly any screen. World of Warships: Legends drops anchor on GeForce NOW this week, bringing free-to-play naval combat. Captains can command destroyers, cruisers and battleships across massive multiplayer battles while exploring the latest update, featuring the Pacific Hammer Campaign, a new line of U.S. destroyers and more. Chart a course straight into the latest content across devices today without any installs needed, and check out all the games available this week: Big Walk (New release on Steam Aug. 4) Beacon Pines (Free on Epic Games Store Aug. 6) Sovereign Tower (New release on Steam Aug. 6) Expeditions: Samurai (New release on Steam Aug. 7) The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales (Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store) The Incident at Galley House (Steam) Machine Party (Steam) World of Warships: Legends (Steam) And look forward to the games coming throughout the month: Pax Autocratica (New release on Steam Aug. 10) Car Wash Simulator (New release on Steam Aug. 10) Clawed (New release on Steam Aug. 13) Hell Let Loose: Vietnam (New release on Steam Aug. 13) Sandustry (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Aug. 13) The Sinking City 2 (New release on Steam Aug. 18) Mortal Shell II (New release on Steam Aug. 20) Gallipoli (New release on Steam, Aug. 20) Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 (New release on Steam Aug. 25) Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Aug. 27) Breathedge 2 (New release on Steam Aug. 30) World of Warships: Legends (Steam) High on Life (Steam) High on Life 2 (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Paradise Killer (Steam) Misery (Steam) Pratfall (Steam) Starvester (Steam) Extra Joy From July In addition to the dozen games announced last month, 15 more joined the GeForce NOW library.  Breath of Fire IV (Steam) Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (Ubisoft Connect) CloverPit (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Dinoblade (Steam) Dino Crisis (Steam) Dino Crisis 2 (Steam) Esports Manager 2026 (Steam) Funnel Runners (Steam) Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok Demo (Steam) Halo: Campaign Evolved (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Mistfall Hunter (Steam) Onimusha: Way of the Sword DEMO (Steam) Pathogenic (Steam) Sudden Attack Zero Point (Steam) The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian (Steam) Mistfall Hunter didn’t make it this month. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for the latest updates. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Share a game screenshot or clip that perfectly sums up your day so far. — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) August 4, 2026

Title: Best in Class: Stream PC Games and Study on the Same Laptop With GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:20 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-back-to-school-2026/ Back to school means balancing assignments, deadlines and downtime. GeForce NOW makes it easy to have it all. With cloud gaming, everyday laptops used for class can also become GeForce RTX-powered gaming setups.  When it’s time to switch from studying to gaming, members can jump into Halo: Campaign Evolved, as GeForce NOW is bringing one of the gaming world’s most celebrated titles to nearly any device through the cloud, alongside eight total games joining the GeForce NOW library this week. From A+ to AAA Gaming  This back-to-school season, the easiest upgrade isn’t replacing laptops in backpacks. It’s unlocking even more from these same laptops, from creating to gaming. With a GeForce NOW membership, Chromebooks, Macs and Surface devices can become GeForce RTX-powered gaming PCs in the cloud. The GeForce NOW library features thousands of supported PC games, letting members stream titles they already own from digital stores like Steam, Xbox PC Game Pass and Epic Games Store in just a few clicks. The cloud keeps games up to date and ready to play, making it easy to jump into a match between classes, after homework or whenever there’s free time. Time spent waiting on downloads, patches and installs becomes time spent in game instead. The Ultimate membership enables best-in-class experiences by delivering 5080-class performance in the cloud with NVIDIA DLSS, ray tracing and NVIDIA Reflex technologies for responsive, visually rich gameplay — all on the hardware gamers already own. A creator known as “Menguiny” recently put this to the test after picking up a MacBook Neo. GeForce NOW turned the laptop — usually the creator’s go-to for editing videos and everyday work — into a top-notch gaming machine, too. Another creator, “TechWithSeong” highlighted that same versatility GeForce NOW offers. Rather than juggling separate devices for work and gaming, he used GeForce NOW Ultimate to stream supported PC games across the devices he already owns — from a MacBook used for editing to gaming on the go with handheld devices. Gamers can start with a day pass and experience all the premium benefits without a monthly commitment. Plus, the cost of a day pass can be applied toward a first membership purchase — it’s like earning a little extra credit along the way. Everyone, at Their Stations Needlers never looked so sharp. Experience the Master Chief’s iconic journey on GeForce NOW in Halo: Campaign Evolved — a modernized remake of Halo: Combat Evolved’s campaign — rebuilt with high-definition visuals, updated cinematics and refined gameplay. Whether discovering Halo for the first time or returning after 25 years to finish the fight, it’s as the Master Chief says: “We’re just getting started.” Crash-land on the mysterious ringworld alongside Cortana and uncover great secrets while battling overwhelming Covenant forces. Fight through the rebuilt campaign, then continue the adventure with three brand-new missions featuring the Master Chief and Sergeant Johnson. Expanded weapons, iconic vehicles, hijackable Wraith tanks and optional Skull modifiers offer even more ways to play. Suit up across PCs, Macs, Chromebooks, handhelds, mobile devices, TVs and more with GeForce NOW Ultimate, powered by GeForce RTX 5080-class performance in the cloud. Experience Halo with NVIDIA DLSS, ray tracing and NVIDIA Reflex technologies delivering higher frame rates and ultralow latency that keep every firefight feeling responsive and worthy of a Spartan. From solo gaming to online co-op modes, GeForce NOW cloud saves let members log in and pick up exactly where they left off across supported devices — no lengthy downloads, extra storage space or expensive hardware upgrades required. The only thing left to carry is the mission. Let’s Play Today In addition, members can stream the following games this week: Halo: Campaign Evolved (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass July 28) Mistfall Hunter (New release on Steam July 29) Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (New release on Ubisoft Connect July 30) Sudden Attack Zero Point (New release on Steam, July 30) The Ranchers (New release on Steam, available July 30) Corsair Cove (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass July 31) Funnel Runners (Steam) Pathogenic (Steam) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Which game lore are you so familiar with that you can give a school presentation on it? — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) July 29, 2026

Title: GeForce NOW Sets Sail With ‘Path of Exile: Curse of the Allflame’ Joining the Cloud Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:00:16 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-path-of-exile-allflame/ Lock in and load up the cloud. GFN Thursday brings fresh updates and new adventures, all ready to play without waiting for downloads. Set sail in Path of Exile: Curse of the Allflame and charge in Battlefield 6 Season 4 both launching major content for members this week. Then revisit Capcom legends like Breath of Fire IV, Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2, jump into Halo: Campaign Evolved Advanced Access and discover nine titles arriving on GeForce NOW. The Curse Calls Prepare to brave the unforgiving waters of Wraeclast. Path of Exile: Curse of the Allflame launches Friday, July 24, sending Exiles into the perilous Frozen Seas. Guided by formidable corsair captain Valerie and her cursed navigator Vesper, gamers must piece together scattered treasure charts, board the legendary vessel — the Sovereign — and chart a course into the abyss. Descend into the depths using Allflame Lanterns to uncover valuable relics while surviving the dangers lurking beneath the waves. The update introduces sweeping changes, including a complete rework of sockets and links. The Scion also gains the all-new Luminary Ascendancy, the Mercenaries of Trarthus return alongside mysterious Atlas Anomalies, and the preexisting Abyss, Legion and Talisman mechanics receive revitalized gameplay and exclusive rewards. GeForce NOW members can dive in the moment it launches across their devices, no downloads needed. Learn more about the latest additions on the Path of Exile website. Rise Through the Ranks The next operation begins. Battlefield 6 takes the fight further with Season 4, bringing new battlegrounds, expanded progression and new ways to play.  Take to the land, air and sea with the massive Tsuru Reef and the return of the fan-favorite Wake Island, coming in phase two. Both feature aircraft carriers with operational flight decks, new naval vehicles and a dynamic wave system that helps move every match. The update also introduces Custom Lobbies and Spectator Mode, delivering more ways to play. From large-scale multiplayer battles to intense vehicle combat, GeForce NOW lets members deploy across nearly any device. Ultimate members can stream with GeForce RTX 5080-powered performance across PCs, Macs, handhelds, mobile devices, TVs and more. Whether returning to the frontlines or enlisting for the first time, members can leap into the latest Battlefield update the moment it arrives on GeForce NOW — without waiting for patches. Dragons and Dinosaurs — on Any Device Classic adventures, now in the cloud. Three iconic Capcom adventures arrive on GeForce NOW this week, ready for longtime fans to revisit and new players to discover. Journey through the rich fantasy world of Breath of Fire IV, a role-playing game following the intertwining stories of Ryu and Fou-Lu. Master an array of skills and magic to unlock strategic victories in battle and go head to head with unique enemies using powerful Dragon Transformations.  Raw instinct takes over in Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2, the survival-horror series that combines pulse-pounding action, resource management and thrilling dinosaur encounters. Pursued by a relentless prehistoric terror, players fight to survive from the facility to the world of the Cretaceous Period. Whether reliving unforgettable moments or discovering these legendary titles for the first time, gamers on GeForce NOW can experience gaming history on supported devices like Chromebooks, Fire TV and Steam Deck — no legacy hardware required. Spartans — Start Early Spartans don’t have to wait. Players who prepurchase the Premium Edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved can suit up for Advanced Access before the game’s global launch on Tuesday, July 28.  Start the weekend with all the new games arriving on GeForce NOW: ZeroSpace (New release on Steam, available July 20) The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian (New release on Steam, available July 20) The Planet Crafter (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass July 21) Carnival Hunt (New release on Steam, available July 23) Dinoblade (New release on Steam, available on July 23) Breath of Fire IV (Steam) CloverPit (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Dino Crisis (Steam) Dino Crisis 2 (Steam) The last word goes to the Community Corner. One GeForce NOW member recently shared they found themselves back on GeForce NOW Ultimate because they missed the flexibility of gaming across devices like Steam Deck. Their post sparked a discussion about why members tap into cloud gaming, whether as a backup, a travel companion or their primary way to play. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: Sharpen the Sword, Skip the Downloads — ‘Onimusha: Way of the Sword’ Is Coming to GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:34 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-onimusha-coming/ Onimusha: Way of the Sword is coming to GeForce NOW at launch, with the playable demo available this week. It’s joined by Denshattack! rolling in with five new games arriving in the cloud. Plus, GeForce NOW officially launches in India, moving from beta to public availability — meaning gamers can sign up without a waitlist. Pick Up the Oni Gauntlet Cloud-powered. Samurai-approved. Capcom’s next legendary action adventure is coming to GeForce NOW. Onimusha: Way of the Sword will arrive on the cloud at launch on Thursday, Sept. 3.  Members can jump into the action even sooner with the demo now available to stream. Set in a dark fantasy vision of Edo Japan, follow a lone samurai wielding the legendary Oni Gauntlet against relentless demonic Genma. Master precise swordplay, unleash powerful abilities and absorb the souls of fallen enemies as supernatural battles unfold across a haunting world filled with mystery and danger. Ultimate members can experience every clash with GeForce RTX 5080-class performance in the cloud across PCs, Macs, handhelds, mobile devices and TVs. From the first swing in the demo through launch day, GeForce NOW lets members step into battle the moment it’s available — no downloads, storage space or expensive hardware required. Gamers can find the demo in the GeForce NOW app demo row and add the title to their wishlists today to be ready when the blade is drawn.  India Levels Up The wait is over. GeForce NOW has officially exited beta in India, bringing the world’s highest-performance cloud gaming service to more gamers across the country.  This week, gamers can choose from monthly Performance and Ultimate memberships, flexible day passes or the basic, free offering — making it easier than ever to experience GeForce RTX-powered cloud gaming. GeForce NOW now supports UPI payments, giving gamers across India a fast, secure and convenient way to purchase memberships and day passes.  Premium memberships unlock GeForce RTX-powered features like ray tracing, NVIDIA DLSS and NVIDIA Reflex, along with higher resolutions, faster frame rates and priority access to streaming. With thousands of supported games — from blockbuster releases and free-to-play favorites to indie hits — members can enjoy PC games they already own without the cost of upgrading to high-end gaming hardware. Join the conversation with the GeForce NOW community on Reddit.  Go Off the Rails This Weekend “Denshattack!” is pulling into the cloud. Denshattack! — the off-the-rails, train‑wrecking action game — is now available to stream on GeForce NOW, letting members embrace pure chaos from almost any device.  Take control of runaway trains and send them barreling through crowded tracks, explosive obstacles and delightfully destructive layouts, chaining spectacular crashes with just the right mix of precision and pandemonium. Its colorful, tongue‑in‑cheek presentation and physics‑driven mayhem turn every run into a highlight reel of derailments — perfect for quick sessions, score‑chasing and laughing at just how wrong a single turn can go when the throttle never lets up. In addition, members can look for the following to play this week: Denshattack! (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass on July 15) The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu (New release on Steam, available July 15) Heave Ho 2 (New release on Steam, available July 16) Fogpiercer (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass on July 17) Onimusha: Way of the Sword DEMO (Steam) The GeForce NOW community keeps discovering new games to play, with members discussing the most beautiful games on the service. What game has impressed you most on GeForce NOW? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: New It Happens on PS5 campaign highlights the biggest moments of play Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:00:25 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/17/new-it-happens-on-ps5-campaign-highlights-the-biggest-moments-of-play/ There’s never been a better time to play on PS5. With a lineup of iconic games available now and coming soon, players have plenty of unforgettable experiences to look forward to. From new stories featuring legendary Marvel characters in Marvel’s Wolverine as well as 007 First Light, and God of War Laufey, to the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto VI, the most-exciting adventures ahead will happen on PS5. Today, we’re launching a new It Happens on PS5 hero advert highlighting what’s available on PS5 as well as what’s ahead for players in the coming months. The advert invites players to discover what PS5 makes possible, taking viewers on a fast-paced journey through bold and unexpected moments, featuring larger-than-life scenes, from Giannis Antetokounmpo’s elite basketball skills that get the streets bouncing to a high-speed jet ski chase. Play Video Across the world, It Happens on PS5 comes to life beyond the screen through creators, special installations, and activations. With Marvel’s Wolverine launching on September 15, players may encounter game-inspired experiences, including Marvel’s Wolverine challenge pods in France and a Berserker Mode activation in Australia. Players in the UK, Canada, and Spain may also find larger-than-life Sentinel head installations, with other locations celebrating memorable moments from fan-favorite PS5 games. We look forward to seeing what players discover next and celebrate play on PS5. 

Title: Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 545: Walk and Talk Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:51:30 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/14/official-playstation-podcast-episode-545-walk-and-talk/ Email us at PSPodcast@sony.com! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download here Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, Kristen, and I are back this week to discuss a major milestone for No Man’s Sky, which got its start on PlayStation 4, new content for Ghost of Yōtei, exploring Big Walk, and more Stuff We Talked About Next week’s release highlights: Starsand Island The Sinking City 2 Mexican Ninja Mortal Shell II No Man’s Sky Anniversary  — Hello Games celebrates 10 years of exploring the unknown with over 40 major free updates in No Man’s Sky since launch. Learn about the humble beginnings to the present day, and a look into the future of what is next for the title. Phantom Blade Zero — Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play is coming on August 17, and pre-orders are live today. Get nearly 20 minutes of action gameplay before the game launches on October 29. Helldivers 2  — Helldivers 2 is now part of the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, and the new Devoid of Liberty update  is now live. Journey through the void and take on new enemies with an upgraded arsenal to deal out justice.  Ghost of Yōtei  — A new narrative expansion, Echoes of Sekigahara, and combat survival mode, Most Wanted, are coming on October 1. Experience mainland Japan and meet some new faces as the story unfolds in both the past and present, and take on a roguelike mode where you have to take on high-profile bounties. The Cast View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Sid Shuman – Senior Director of Content Communications, SIE View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Kristen Zitani – Senior Content Communications Specialist, SIE View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Tim Turi – Content Communications Manager, SIE View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image O’Dell Harmon Jr. – Content Communications Specialist, SIE Thanks to Dormilón for our rad theme song and show music. [Editor’s note: PSN game release dates are subject to change without notice. Game details are gathered from press releases from their individual publishers and/or ESRB rating descriptions.]

Title: Share of the Week: Big Walk Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:05 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/14/share-of-the-week-big-walk/ Last week, we asked you to grab some friends and explore the world of Big Walk, available now as a PlayStation Plus Monthly Game, using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: rorottino shares them and some friends standing in a circular window by the sea darc262000 shares two friends holding hands on the ski lift call_me_xavii shares a sunny view of the valley and body paint station xenobitz shares a mirror selfie while changing body colors cenrice shares a friend sitting down and watching the sunset Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme, or be inspired by other great games featuring Photo Mode. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week? THEME: KatanaSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on August 19, 2026  Next week, unsheathe and wield a katana from the game of your choice and share using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Title: Hands-on report: Marvel’s Wolverine Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:00:03 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/13/hands-on-report-marvels-wolverine/ It’s been a big week for fans of Marvel’s Wolverine, starting with the announcement of sharp-looking PS5 hardware and accessories. Now, with just over a month away until its September 15 launch, Insomniac is sharing a deep dive on the game’s story, combat, and exploration thanks to an extensive hands-on session with the game.   Our two-hour session kicked off with the game’s opening mission in the wilds of Telambang, where Wolverine has reunited with Team X to carry out a critical mission infiltrating the facility of anti-mutant industrialist Bolivar Trask. After slicing our way to a daring rescue, we jumped ahead in the game to a bombastic boss fight and a taste of Madripoor’s Lowtown. Between brutal barrages, stealthy scouting, and a range of rage-filled takedowns, we got to cut to the bone of the game’s story, flesh out Wolverine’s allies and foes, and uncover a piece of his buried past.   Taking on Trask  From the game’s opening moments flashing back to a feral, mangy-haired, and memory-wiped Wolverine, every sequence tested the balance between his rage and humanity. The first mission reunites him with Team X, a mutant task force formed by Nathaniel Essex to help protect mutants. Wolverine had stepped away from the group, something that has rankled his teammates, a wry Mystique and ever-savage Sabretooth.   Their mission takes them from the hidden facility of billionaire Bolivar Trask to the seedy backstreets of Madripoor, presenting Wolverine with the grim reality of what mutants in this world are facing. With mutants largely unknown by society, Trask has been spending his billions abducting, studying, and cruelly disposing of mutants with little regard for his victims in a quest to maintain human superiority. As the nefarious reality of the facility’s purpose becomes clearer, the horror Wolverine feels quickly pools into an unbridled rage. That rage drives him forward through throngs of Reaver enemies and a run in with Omega Red to eventually free Essex, who has been held captive by Trask.   Essex is the one who found Wolverine years before in that feral state, and formed Team X to protect mutants and build a world where mutants can be open. Between Essex and Trask, Wolverine is faced with the lengths some will go to protect the future of their kind, and will challenge him to face what kind of person he wants to be in this future.   Sink your claws in  Between storylines and set pieces, my biggest takeaway from my time with Marvel’s Wolverine was that it feels dang good to sink those claws in. Wolverine doesn’t just attack enemies, he catapults himself at them, targeting and launching himself from across the room to stun or barrage. Every combat encounter becomes a furious flurry, where my adrenaline feels directly tied to Wolverine’s increasing rage.  While a simple parry and barrage can get the job done, Wolverine can unlock a number of Special Techniques, skills that can be upgraded and mapped to the directional buttons for an extra flair in a fight. In my playthrough, I could cleave through a group surrounding me with Tornado Spin, or interrupt enemy attacks with Knee Breaker. Players can also unlock Adaptations, which upgrade long-term effects and skills like Logan’s health and rage meter.  That rage will come in handy. Successful combos build up Wolverine’s rage meter, which rises through three Rage Tiers to dramatically alter his fighting style. As Wolverine enters Rage Tier 2, his combos become more powerful and he unlocks Last Stand, which allows him to use his rage to heal his body if fully downed. But things really go over the edge when Wolverine’s meter fills to Rage Tier 3. His attacks become significantly more powerful, while brutal critical strikes become available. His vision seems to close in, his breathing getting louder and more primal as he darts between enemies, slicing and dicing with ease. Those critical strikes can lead to some dangerously fun takedowns, like snatching a member of The Hand’s katana or bow to slam back into them.   Sometimes, Wolverine needs a more methodical approach. He can use his Enhanced Senses to track and takedown enemies more stealthily. Trask also has Ability Inhibitors at his disposal that block Wolverine and his teammates from using their abilities. In these moments, he must work past the pain and fight without healing, focusing on taking enemies down with classic combat moves and destroying the Inhibitors before it’s too late.  It took all the skills I had gathered so far to take on the looming Sentinel Prototype towards the end of my preview. Built by Trask to detect and destroy mutants, this fight took all of Wolverine’s patience and strategy, dodging or parrying the Sentinel’s powerful attacks, while waiting for the perfect moments to strike. This sequence was thrilling both to use Wolverine’s abilities to their fullest potential, and to watch as he worked in tandem with Mystique and Sabretooth. By the time I was busting through the Sentinel’s head victorious, I had a wild grin on my face and felt amped and ready to take on anyone.   More to explore  Luckily after that fight, there was still more to explore. In Madripoor, surrounded by allies new and old, we took a moment of respite in Princess Bar (run by Tyger). Here we got to interact with newly acquired ally Jean Grey, and the mutant teens she has been protecting. Though they are still a mystery to one another, Jean and Wolverine’s connection is immediate. It’s with her that he can admit that his anger sometimes scares him and that he wants to be better.  I enjoyed that Wolverine also makes time here for his teammates Mystique and Sabretooth. Mystique stays focused and on mission during combat, shifting through identities when needed. Here in Princess Bar, she can just be herself, and encourages Wolverine to do the same through a friendly but vulnerable game of Never Have I Ever. Sabretooth spends most of the game’s opening antagonizing Wolverine and calling him a runt, which is fair enough given he stands about as tall as Sabretooth’s navel. But it’s clear their relationship runs deeper, and Sabretooth feels spurned by Wolverine’s original exit from the group.   While exploring the streets of Lowtown, I could take the time to check out some of Wolverine’s other looks and claw types, which ranged from a classic undershirt and jeans outfit to a Weapon X helmeted style. While walking around the Princess Bar, Wolverine’s Enhanced Senses could pick up on conversation or music that could guide him to specific rooms, or trail a teammate’s scent to find where they’ve run off to. Exploring each room sometimes led to a conversation, or finding easter eggs, like Mystique’s wedding pictures, or an IOU written on an ace of spades card from one Remy LeBeau.   Take the time to explore each new location, as Wolverine can discover hidden crates with raw upgrade materials or collectable whisky bottles. Logan can also stumble across Nightmare Doors, which transport him to a dreamlike cabin to take part in a Nightmare Trial. These timed speed trials reimagine different locations from the game into a vertical fever dream, where he can race to the end to unlock a forgotten memory from his past.   Players can sink their claws into Wolverine’s story and tap into his rage when Marvel’s Wolverine launches September 15 on PS5 consoles.

Title: (For Southeast Asia) Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition Comes to PS5 October 2 Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:24:15 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/12/20260813-goy/ We are so excited to announce that even more new content is coming to Ghost of Yōtei! On October 2, we’ll have a new narrative expansion, new single-player combat survival mode, and new quality of life updates all coming in Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition!1 Play Video Before we dive in, we want to take a moment to thank everyone for an incredible year since Ghost of Yōtei launched. We are so proud of our incredible community, and grateful for all of the fan art, cosplays, virtual photographs, combat montages, Twitch streams, Jubei thirst posts…we promise we’ve seen it all and love to share it around the studio. Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition will launch just in time for our 1-year anniversary, and we can’t wait for another year of new creations from all of you! In the coming weeks we’ll have much more to share, but wanted to give you a few early looks today at the new content in Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition: View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Ghost of Yōtei: Echoes of Sekigahara is our new narrative expansion. Split between the present day and flashbacks to Atsu’s time on the mainland, you’ll meet Nagato, a figure from Atsu’s past who has arrived in Ezo. In the present, you’ll explore a previously unseen valley once inhabited by The Snake and his gang of loyal followers, the Vipers. In the past, you’ll experience Atsu’s time in the Battle of Sekigahara and a key moment in her life before she returned home for her quest for vengeance. You’ll meet new enemies and find new heavy weapons, new armor sets, new dyes, and more. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Ghost of Yōtei: Most Wanted is a brand new single-player combat survival mode, our spin on a roguelike. You’ll accept bounties in order to start new runs, where taking down enemies will earn you perks, as well as unlock additional characters to play as. We’ll have much more to show soon, but as you can see in the trailer today, Atsu is a master with the dual katana, while Oyuki excels with the kusarigama, and Nagato shines with a yari. We love to watch the amazing combat reels that have been shared with us on social media, and can’t wait to see you all try to perfect these runs. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image If you haven’t experienced Atsu’s journey yet, you can purchase Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition for SGD 89.90 (Disc Version) / SGD 97.90 (Digital Version) / MYR 299 (Disc/Digital Version) / IDR 1,169,000 (Disc Version) / IDR 1,142,000 (Digital Version) / THB 2,290 (Disc/Digital Version) / PHP 4,099 (Disc Version) / VND 1,799,000 (Disc Version). In addition to Echoes of Sekigahara and Most Wanted, this includes the award-winning main Ghost of Yōtei game as well as Ghost of Yōtei Legends, our online co-op experience with support for up to four players and multiple gameplay modes culminating in a Raid.2 If you purchase the Complete Edition, you can immediately start playing the main game and Legends, and Echoes of Sekigahara and Most Wanted will arrive with a patch on October 2. Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition also includes all of the in-game content previously included in the Ghost of Yōtei Digital Deluxe Edition, as well as the Charm of Hokkyokusei. If you purchase by September 30, you’ll also get an early unlock of the Sakai Armor on October 2 for Atsu to wear, a throwback to Jin’s family armor from Ghost of Tsushima.1 View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image If you already own Ghost of Yōtei, you can get Echoes of Sekigahara and Most Wanted by purchasing the Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition Upgrade (Digital Only) for SGD 20.27 / MYR 60.11 / IDR 220,890 / THB 524 If you don’t already own the Digital Deluxe Edition and Charm of Hokkyokusei you’ll immediately unlock that content upon pre-ordering. And if you pre-order by September 30, on October 2 you’ll also get the early unlock of the Sakai Armor.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Beyond the new content listed above, Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition includes new tracks for Watanabe Mode that will be available throughout the entire game when the mode is enabled. There’s also new photo mode stamps, additional cosmetics for New Game+, and new Trophies for both Echoes of Sekigahara and Most Wanted.  For anyone who owns Ghost of Yōtei, even without purchasing the Complete Edition upgrade, a new patch on October 2 will add the new Beauty of Yōtei mode, which allows for a screensaver-like view of the environments of Ezo to keep on and relax at home (and take stunning new Photo Mode captures). There will also be new quality of life features including the option to keep an armor set’s appearance while using a different set’s stats, as well as a new high contrast accessibility option.1  Thank you again to everyone for an amazing year since Ghost of Yōtei launched! We’ll have more to share about Most Wanted and Echoes of Sekigahara as we get closer to launch on October 2, so be sure to follow our social media channels and keep an eye out! 1 Available via patch v.2.0 on October 1, 2026 globally, and October 2, 2026 in some territories, including Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Internet connection and account for PlayStation required to download. 2 Online multiplayer requires a PlayStation Plus subscription. PS Plus is subject to a recurring subscription fee taken automatically until cancellation. Full terms: play.st/psplus-usageterms.

Title: Mortal Shell 2 review: A monumental heavy metal sequel with the spirit of a '90s PC game Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:33:22 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/mortal-shell-2-review-a-monumental-heavy-metal-sequel-with-the-spirit-of-a-90s-pc-game A few hours into your sojourn across Mortal Shell 2's harsh realm of Fainweald, you might stumble upon a tavern called The One Legged Wolf. In a monstrous land inhabited by pasty-faced brigands who refer to you as "brev" right before shanking you, this watering hole exudes novelty. Here, said thugs congregate to make merry and listen to the strums of the shirtless lute-player on stage. Even if you do as I did, and accidentally massacre the guy with a shot from your sidearm, nobody minds. The One Legged Wolf is a weird, memorable place where folk are free to do their own thing. In many ways, The One Legged Wolf is emblematic of Mortal Shell 2, a sequel that stands out from the pack by melding the modern dark fantasy Soulslike with a willingness to ditch genre formula, a cheeky sense of humour, and the DNA of a PC-only game from yesteryear. The result is a goth cousin of more mainstream fare like Elden Ring, not to mention a phenomenal effort that outclasses its predecessor in a manner that we probably haven't seen since The Witcher III. Read more

Title: Boardroom beat-em-up Stick It to the Stickman punches its way out of early access next month, complete with neurolinkage and an "absolutely absurd finale" Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:01:07 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/boardroom-beat-em-up-stick-it-to-the-stickman-punches-its-way-out-of-early-access-next-month-complete-with-neurolinkage-and-an-absolutely-absurd-finale Fetch your finest presentation materials about lines on graphs going upwards and proceed to try and beat your colleagues to death with them. Stick It to the Stickman, the roguelite beat ’em up which Anger Foot devs Free Lives have been bashing into shape for a year and a bit is set to emerge from early access on September 23rd. Read more

Title: Sraëka Lillian's one-a-week RPG "sketches" are a lovely series of experiments with hoary old conventions from Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:39:43 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/sraeka-lillians-one-a-week-rpg-sketches-are-a-lovely-series-of-experiments-with-hoary-old-conventions-from-final-fantasy-and-dragon-quest There's a running joke in the world of THEA-TAH that Shakespeare's Hamlet is a play made up entirely of quotations. I often get the same feeling when I play a fantasy RPG, and especially a fantasy RPG created with toolkits such as EasyRPG or RPG Maker that come with their own freely reusable assets, resulting in a slew of homebrew RPGs that can seem interchangeable, on the surface. Read more

Title: Witcher 3 cut quest restoration mod The WAR Project is finding a new voice for its fresh Vernon Roche lines, following alleged "severe incident of gross misconduct" Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:33:24 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/witcher-3-cut-quest-restoration-mod-the-war-project-is-finding-a-new-voice-for-its-fresh-vernon-roche-lines-following-alleged-severe-incident-of-gross-misconduct The creators of massive in-development The Witcher 3 mod The WAR Project are recasting their version of Temerian commander Vernon Roche, citing "a severe incident of gross misconduct" allegedly committed by the person they'd initially given the role. Said person is no longer involved with the mod and those working on it say they don't think this incident "will impact [their] current schedule significantly". Read more

Title: This week in PC games: survival horror in a waterlogged city, kaiju chaos in a destructible city, and old school GTA vibes in an isometric insurgency simulator Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:19:50 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/this-week-in-pc-games-survival-horror-in-a-waterlogged-city-kaiju-chaos-in-a-destructible-city-and-old-school-gta-vibes-in-an-isometric-insurgency-simulator Videogames. Gosh there are a lot of them. We're not even into the hell month of September – where every major developer besides Rockstar seems to be releasing their big games of the year – and we're looking at a packed week. Below you will find the whittled down pickings that stood out to me, but head over to Steam and you will find ten times more. It's a good time for wishlisting, if nothing else. Read more