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🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformFinal Fantasy VII Revelation And Its PS1-Style World Map Arrive In April
Final Fantasy VII Revelation finally has a release date: April 8, 2027. Square Enix confirmed the news today during the PlayStation State of Play livestream(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/playstation-state-of-play-september-2026-all-the-biggest-announcements-games-and-trailers/), along with nearly 10 minutes of new footage. The release date was confirmed via a trailer highlights all eight playable characters in the main party: Cloud, Tifa, Barret, Red XIII, Yuffie, Cait Sith, Vincent, and Cid. We also see gameplay of the team in action, including team-up abilities like Vincent's Galian Beast form rushing a group of enemies with Red XIII, and Tifa and Yuffie attacking from above with a dive kick/spinning shuriken combo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YHP48v7vyg From there, FF7 director Naoki Hamaguchi introduced an extended look at raw gameplay, which focused on traveling the massive world map. Invoking the original game's PlayStation 1 roots, the Highwind flies over the world of Gaia, and players can pilot it wherever they wish. Once they reach a location of interest, they can choose a party from any of the eight playable characters, and then parachute down to the surface instantly. The demo then dives into a side quest in Gongaga featuring Sotetsu, a character featured in a FF7 Rebirth side quest. Yuffie, knowing Sotetsu from that side quest, has a special interaction with him, implying that some missions may play out differently depending on the characters brought to complete them. Along with the news of Final Fantasy VII Revelation's April 8 release date, the Steam page for the game dropped a few hints on what is coming after launch, with listings for story expansions featuring two key characters(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ffvii-revelation-dlc-feature-sephiroth-and-vince-extending-the-story-into-2028/).
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformMore PlayStation Plus Games Revealed, Including A Day-One Release
As part of the September 3 State of Play event(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/playstation-state-of-play-september-2026-all-the-biggest-announcements-games-and-trailers/), Sony announced more games for the PlayStation Plus catalog. Devolver's customizable looter-shooter Mycopunk is launching directly into the PlayStation Plus Premium and Extra tiers in October 2026, the company said. https://twitter.com/devolverdigital/status/2095505751632453905 Additionally, more PlayStation "classics" are coming over the next few months for Premium subscribers, including Mega Man X Command Mission, Dino Crisis 2, and the 2002 original Ratchet & Clank. While PlayStation Plus members have to wait a bit longer for these games, the latest PlayStation Plus games are out now. These include Sniper Elite: Resistance, MLB The Show 26, Chained Echoes, and Wobbly Life. For more, be sure to check out GameSpot's rundown of all the big announcements from State of Play(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/playstation-state-of-play-september-2026-all-the-biggest-announcements-games-and-trailers/).
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformGhost Of Yōtei Roguelike DLC Makes Jin From Ghost Of Tsushima Playable
!Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/bodydefault/public/2026/09/03/d1b9ecb3/yotei02.jpg.webp) Ghost of Yōtei, one of our favorite games from last year(https://gameinformer.com/best-of-2025/2025/12/16/the-top-ten-games-of-2025), is getting new content in October(https://gameinformer.com/2026/08/12/new-ghost-of-yotei-story-content-and-roguelike-mode-arriving-in-october). We already knew it would include new story content and a roguelike mode, but today's State of Play revealed our first look at gameplay. It also included a surprise – Jin Sakai, protagonist of Ghost of Tsushima, will be playable in the Most Wanted, the roguelike mode. It's become something of a tradition for PlayStation's first-party games to get roguelike DLC after launch. It happened with The Last of US Part II(https://gameinformer.com/ngt/2023/12/05/surviving-the-last-of-us-part-iis-roguelite-no-return-mode-new-gameplay-today), God of War: Ragnarök got a new story called Valhalla(https://gameinformer.com/opinion/2023/12/13/god-of-war-ragnaroks-valhalla-is-so-much-more-than-just-a-roguelite-dlc), and now Yōtei joins the pack with Most Wanted. This new mode pits players against waves of incoming enemies with customizable loadouts that can be altered with fun perks over time. One example has blades ignite in flame when under a certain HP total, while another summons wolves to attack after landing enough blows. Characters also have Ultimate abilities and Kill-Streaks, adding to the game's arcade vibe. Atsu, of course, is playable, but she'll be joined by Oyuki, Nagato, and as a fun surprise, Jin Sakai from Ghost of Tsushima. If the appearance of bosses outside of the story mode didn't tip you off, Jin's appearance confirms that none of this is canon. But we don't care one bit – it's fun to see him return. Each character spawns in with a different loadout, and we're curious to see how similarly Jin plays to his appearance in his original game. Most Wanted drops on October 1, alongside the other single-player expansion, Echoes of Skigahara. If you have the base version of Ghost of Yōtei, you can upgrade to the Complete Edition to get the new single-player content for $14.99. For more Yōtei, check out our review(https://gameinformer.com/review/ghost-of-yotei/action-and-vengeance-unbounded).
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformJin Sakai Returns In Upcoming Ghost Of Yotei Roguelike DLC
Today, during the PlayStation State of Play livestream(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/playstation-state-of-play-september-2026-all-the-biggest-announcements-games-and-trailers/), Sucker Punch offered a look at Ghost of Yotei's upcoming roguelike mode, Most Wanted. The mode will feature four playable characters, and Yotei's Atsu, Oyuki, and Nagato will be joined by a familar face from the past: The Ghost of Tsushima, Jin Sakai, will officially return. Most Wanted, which the trailer calls a "combat survival mode," lets players choose one of the four samurai, each with their own weapons and abilities, to take them on a hunt for one of the Yotei Six. Each of the Six, if defeated, will offer a reward of coins that can then be spent to upgrade the samurai for future runs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nlchabfwyw A new post on the official PlayStation Blog(https://blog.playstation.com/2026/09/03/jin-sakai-returns-in-ghost-of-yotei-most-wanted/) further explores the new mode, saying that the core of the mode lies in its Perks system. "As you progress through a run, you’ll frequently select between new perks including weapon mastery, gear loadouts, summons, parries, survivability, and more," the blog says. "These are the cornerstone of crafting the perfect build and lead to some of the most exciting surprises as you find the challenge or unexpected value that comes from mixing and matching perks. This new mode marks the first time Jin Sakai returns as a playable characters since his starring role in 2020's Ghost of Tsushima. The PS Blog post says that the development team made sure to "take his Ghost of Tsushima model and keep it faithful while also applying upgrades for Ghost of Yōtei," as he can use all four of his fighting stances from Ghost of Tsushima, as well as sticky bombs, the Dance of Wrath, and his Ghost stance. Ghost of Yotei's Echoes of Sekigahara expansion, as well as the Most Wanted roguelike mode, launch October 1. Players who own the base game can purchase a Complete Edition upgrade with the extra content, while new players can purchase Ghost of Yotei: Complete Edition with all content in one package.
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformResident Evil Trailer Shows The Sequence Where Its Star Almost Died For Real
During the September 3 State of Play(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/playstation-state-of-play-september-2026-all-the-biggest-announcements-games-and-trailers/), Sony debuted a new clip from the upcoming Resident Evil movie, and it was both dark and hilarious. That should be no surprise, as comedy and horror are naturally intertwined, and the movie is written and directed by sketch comedy veteran Zach Cregger. In the clip, we see Austin Abrams' character, the medical courier Bryan, running down a street in Raccoon City as zombies throw themselves off rooftops trying to catch him. They explode on impact, with blood flying everywhere. Bryan screams as he runs down the street amidst the carnage, uttering some hilarious noises and guttural screams. Check out the new footage below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGlapnJFacE Cregger wanted to film this sequence practically instead of using CGI. The production team created 150-pound “body-sized blood bags”(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/resident-evil-movie-actor-nearly-died-during-filming-after-150-pound-blood-bag-almost-hit-him/) that were dropped from cranes to create the effect. One of the blood bags came close to striking Abrams, and Cregger said, “It would’ve killed him.” Bryan, according to Cregger, is an "idiot"(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/resident-evil-movie-follows-an-idiot-director-likens-story-to-lord-of-the-rings/) who finds himself in a horrifying situation and is just trying to survive. The entire movie feels like “one gigantic sequence,” Cregger said, adding that things begin to “pop off” five minutes into the movie–and it only ramps up from there. “It feels like one gigantic sequence,” he says. “Things pop off about five minutes in and it basically stays like that until the end. What I love about the games is that you move from set-piece to set-piece. Every location has a unique challenge. So again, I’m borrowing from the games directly in that rhythm, where you’re just running through a gauntlet.” The Resident Evil movie releases on September 18, and it's expected to have the biggest opening ever for a Resident Evil movie(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/resident-evil-could-have-its-biggest-opening-weekend-ever-with-its-new-movie/).
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformWolverine Gets A Final Trailer Ahead Of Its September 15 Release
!Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/bodydefault/public/2026/09/03/b4445f7b/wolverine03.jpg.webp) Insomniac's Wolverine is coming very soon and ahead of its release, Sony has offered up one final trailer. The footage shows Marvel's short king slicing up bad guys on airplanes, fighting giant robots in various outfits, and hanging out with various recognizable Marvel characters. Insomniac's Marvel's Wolverine is coming to PlayStation 5 on September 15. Our review of Wolverine posts September 10, so keep an eye out. > We will post our review of Wolverine on Thursday, September 10 at 10:00 a.m. CT. See you then. gameinformer.com/reviews > > image or embed(https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:6uxp3rsscwiewzrjs2sqgx7e/post/3mtvueuvuoc2p?refsrc=embed) > > — Game Informer (@gameinformer.com(https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:6uxp3rsscwiewzrjs2sqgx7e?refsrc=embed)) August 25, 2026 at 7:53 AM(https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:6uxp3rsscwiewzrjs2sqgx7e/post/3mtvueuvuoc2p?refsrc=embed) For more on Marvel's Wolverine, you can find all of our coverage here(https://gameinformer.com/product/marvels-wolverine). !(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/entitybrowserthumbnail/public/2026/09/03/4e599f8e/wolverine02.jpg.webp)!(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/entitybrowserthumbnail/public/2026/09/03/39c1c5bb/wolverine01.jpg.webp)
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformMMOs Have “Stagnated,” Guild Wars 3 Studio Head Says
Guild Wars 3(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/guild-wars-3-is-real-and-its-coming-to-ps5-and-pc/) developer ArenaNet wants to try "wild, crazy ideas" in a genre that, according to its studio head, has "stagnated" in recent years. During a hands-off demo where early Guild Wars 3 gameplay(https://www.gamespot.com/?posttype=articles&p=1872675&previewid=1872675&previewnonce=51c6a82b58&preview=true&thumbnailid=1872684) was shown to members of the press, I asked ArenaNet studio head Colin Johanson about the state of the MMO genre in 2026 and what problems Guild Wars 3 is looking to solve. He had plenty to say on the subject. Many MMO players are still playing the same games they were 10-20 years ago, Johanson said, citing decade-old (or older) examples like World of Warcraft, The Elder Scrolls Online, Final Fantasy 14, and, of course, ArenaNet's own Guild Wars 2. In that same time, "minute-to-minute gameplay in MMOs has stagnated," even as other genres have modernized and become more approachable, he said. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITPzxITngqA That's "really good timing" for ArenaNet and Guild Wars 3, Johanson said, and one that presents a big opportunity for a new game to break in and shake up the scene. "There's been very little new in the last decade, and a lot of those newer games either don't exist anymore or were canceled in development before they made their way out," Johanson said. "We see MMO fans constantly clamoring for and asking for something new and saying this genre desperately needs something new to move it forward right now." Johanson certainly has a point. The biggest new MMOs of the last few years have been games like 2021's New World(https://www.gamespot.com/games/new-world/) or Korean MMOs like Lost Ark(https://www.gamespot.com/games/lost-ark/) and Throne and Liberty(https://www.gamespot.com/games/throne-and-liberty/), all originally tied to Amazon's game publishing arm. If nothing else, their launches showed how hungry MMO players are for a big new game in the space, with each title attracting hundreds of thousands of concurrent players in their first weeks, or in the case of Lost Ark, over 1.3 million(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/lost-ark-passes-1-3-million-concurrents-overtakes-cyberpunk-2077-dota-2-and-cs-go-to-become-steams-2nd-biggest-game-of-all-time/1100-6500630/). Flash forward to now, and Amazon is pulling out of the MMO business(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/amazon-will-soon-be-out-of-the-mmo-business-entirely/) entirely and shutting New World down(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/amazons-big-mmo-that-started-strong-is-shutting-down/1100-6537436/). Other prospective MMOs fans were eager to learn more about have also languished. Riot's planned League of Legends MMO(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/riot-hits-reset-on-league-of-legends-mmo-with-no-news-for-years-to-come/1100-6522053/) went back to the drawing board in 2024 after years of development, even as the former executive producer of that project's next new MMO also got canceled(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/netease-shutters-mmo-studio-led-by-former-wow-veteran-after-two-years/1100-6535899/). ESO is being scaled back amidst layoffs, with a sci-fi MMO codenamed Project Blackbird(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/canceled-project-blackbird-may-have-been-perfect-replacement-for-destiny-insider-says/) from the same studio getting canceled before ever being officially announced. Another promising MMO that raised $3 million onKickstarter, Ashes of Creation, imploded(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/new-mmorpg-ashes-of-creation-in-turmoil-amid-staff-resignation-and-layoff-warnings/1100-6537833/) earlier this year following the resignation of its game director and an ongoing legal battle. It's a grim state of affairs for MMO fans, but Johanson said there is an opportunity to make a MMO that looks to solve the genre's approachability problem and overcome the perception they are "second jobs" many players don't have time for. For him, that means making a game where meaningful progress can be made in shorter play sessions, you can play with a controller, and prep time is massively cut down. "For many gamers today, where we have so many different games to pick from and our time is more challenged than ever in how much time we have to play any individual game, if you don't have a couple of hours available, you're just not going to play an MMO and you're going to play other genres that are more approachable and can be played in quicker sessions," Johanson said. He said it also means designing a MMO where it's okay to have a "healthy relationship" with the game, one where players can take breaks between expansions and not feel like they've been completely left behind. Being more approachable is about more than just attracting a wider audience, he said. It's also about making it more approachable for MMO fans who have busy real-life schedules and more game options than ever before. "You can set this game down and go play a bunch of other games and come back when the next expansion comes out and that's okay," Johanson said. "That's a totally healthy relationship to have with a game, and we don't need to demand that you be in this game 24/7 to stay relevant and to stay up with everybody else." Johanson's comments line up with a blog post he penned shortly after Guild Wars 3 was announced. In it, he said the goal is to make a game that respects players' time and investment and can be enjoyed by those who only have a few hours a week to play. In that same blog, Johanson said Guild Wars 3 won't have a subscription fee(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/guild-wars-3-wont-have-hidden-subscriptions-like-battle-passes/), nor what he described as "hidden" subscriptions like battle passes. Guild Wars 3 doesn't currently have a release date but will release for PC and PlayStation 5. A beta is slated to begin Fall 2027.
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformPlayStation State Of Play September 2026: All The Biggest Announcements, Games, And Trailers
Sony's September State of Play broadcasts have wrapped up, and these were a pretty chunky look at a wide variety of games. Some of the highlights included an April 2027 release date for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation(https://www.gamespot.com/games/final-fantasy-vii-revelation/), a sneak peek at the Resident Evil movie, and a stacked selection of games being developed by Asian studios. While we didn't get to see any new trailers for upcoming PS5 games like God of War Laufey and Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, the show still had plenty of new games to show off, confirmed release dates, and more. In case you missed it, you can scroll below to check out all the trailers and announcements. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAZRFyFQPa4 Resident Evil https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGlapnJFacE And we're off, not with a game reveal, but with a scene from the live-action Resident Evil movie. Austin Abrams' character, Bryan, has found himself in a seemingly deserted street in Raccoon City, but it's not long before infected members of the town are literally hurling themselves at him from rooftops--and yes, there's a LOT of blood. The film is out soon on September 18. Marvel's Wolverine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyYL1WRnZo Ahead of its September 15 release, one more trailer for Marvel's Wolverine was revealed. The main focus here was Bolivar Trask's mutant-hunting program, which led to the creation of the infamous Sentinel robots. Ghost of Yotei https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nlchabfwyw Up next was Ghost of Yotei, and fans looking to test their mettle--and their metal--can get ready for a new hardcore roguelite survival mode in single-player. You can play as several characters from Ghost of Yotei and Ghost of Tsushima's protagonist, Jin. It'll be available starting October 1. Jin Sakai Returns In Upcoming Ghost Of Yotei Roguelike DLC(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/jin-sakai-returns-in-upcoming-ghost-of-yotei-roguelike-dlc/) Ghost of Yotei Complete Edition: Ghosts of Sekigahara https://youtu.be/d48IWwIRg98 A brand-new story expansion that delves into Atsu's past, Ghosts of Sekigahara offers a whole new area of Ezo to explore, new enemies, and a new weapon to master. There'll also be new armor types, new cosmetics, and more to collect when the expansion launches on October 1. Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMJiGh0xLhc&pp=0gcJCRoMAYcqIYzv Monster Hunter Wilds was back in the spotlight, and its upcoming expansion looks massive. Out in 2027, Ascendance adds all-new monsters to hunt, gear to acquire, and new locations to explore. Metro 2039 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKYKsVG9Q The Metro games by 4A Games have always been masterclasses in crafting atmospheric dread, and it looks like Metro 2039 will continue to raise the bar for making you sweat during hostile encounters. The new gameplay on the PS5 Pro was a tense showdown between the game's protagonist and hostile forces, all set to the tune of a chirping Geiger counter. Metro 2039 launches on February 4, 2027. Maneater 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JN7bn4eaoJc We're going to need a bigger boat! Maneater is back, and in case you missed out on the first game that allowed you to unleash your inner Jaws, you can look forward to a new sequel. Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emymTTsBjFc One of the biggest hits of the year, Crimson Desert's next big DLC was shown off. Charting the Unknown follows Kliff, Oongka, and Damiane as they set out to discover their purpose and shape their futures. It'll be available starting October 15. Lego PlayStation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FB8SIlnd6c That rumored Lego PlayStation set is real! Based on the iconic console, the set has over 1,900 pieces, is a 1:1 replica, and has multiple diorama scenes inside it. Final Fantasy Resonance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZvZYwQdXN8 There sure are a lot of games out this year with a Resonance theme in their title, aren't there? A new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance showed off more of the HD-2D game in action, including a boss battle against Final Fantasy 7 baddie Sephiroth. I guess no single game can contain the best antagonist in video game history. A demo for Final Fantasy Resonance is also now available. Gundam: Rogue Orbit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbTZpgq19ew Gundam doesn't have the best track record when it comes to video games, but could Gundam: Rogue Orbit change all that? The new gameplay trailer for Rogue Orbit certainly looks eye-catching, as you'll pilot a giant mech against even bigger threats in this action game. The release date was also revealed, and you can expect to step into your Gundam on March 5, 2027. And here's a closer look at the gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiPllyLIvSo Hunter's Moon https://youtu.be/bKMaeHoJY2A And now for something completely new! Hunter's Moon is a first-person historical folk-horror game, coming to PS5 on October 26. Uncanyon https://youtu.be/oSLtfQ-HqLM Another interesting indie on the horizon, players will explore fantastical lands and mysterious, puzzle-filled ruins in Uncanyon. Keeper https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PilyJu1DDEo Now that it's no longer one of Xbox's first-party studios, it looks like Double Fine is bringing more of its games to PlayStation. First up is Keeper, its charming adventure starring a sentient, mobile lighthouse on a mission of discovery. It's available starting today for PS5. Rev. Noir https://youtu.be/7feaOQVG5aE It wouldn't be a State of Play without an action-packed anime-inspired game, and Rev. Noir looks like it fits that bill. This RPG from Konami follows a young boy named Asch on a journey to stop the lightfall, a catastrophe that kills all it touches. And here's a story trailer. https://youtu.be/PXmX1PXvDtA Rhapsody in Scarlet https://youtu.be/DnMPeZDKiNk Another new game from Konami is Rhapsody in Scarlet, a jazzy adventure set in 1920s New York. As the young magus Ellie Myers, it's up to you to stop a threat that endangers the entire world--and we're not talking about the proliferation of horrible jazz music. "The Mafia has magic?" might just be one of the funniest lines of 2026. It was uttered in the story trailer for Rhapsody in Scarlet, and you can check it out below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FX6krDoXK8 PlayStation Plus updates Mycopunk will be added to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers. The PlayStation Classics library is also being updated over the next couple of months, as Mega Man X Command Mission, Dino Crisis 2, and Ratchet and Clank will be added to it. More PlayStation Plus Games Revealed, Including A Day-One Release(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/more-playstation-plus-games-revealed-including-a-day-one-release/) Saros: Zenith https://youtu.be/PpM1KUTh43o Looking for an extra challenge in Housemarque's Saros? The Zenith update is the next big free content update, and it adds the new Overlord Rush mode, Eclipse Layers, New Game+ mode, more progression options, new Carocosan modifiers, and new accessibility features. Gran Turismo: Spec IV https://youtu.be/qxFIHS2KhbM The Spec IV update will launch in two parts later this year, and it'll add new circuits, new cars, Family Mode, and more to the game. The first part is out in October, and the second follows in December. Until Dawn 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA0n6t-iLBw At long last, Until Dawn is getting a sequel. Until Dawn 2 features a ghost-hunting crew on the hunt for their biggest story yet, but things take a dark turn when their chase leads them to Akishima Island, a remote paradise abandoned for decades and hiding deadly secrets. Grand Theft Auto 6 limited-edition DualSense controllers are on the way https://youtu.be/rcx6I2A0TyM And they look alright! You can choose between a white or a black DualSense controller, and each one features a shimmering, iridescent finish, textured palm-leaf details, and official GTA 6 branding. Preorders start September 10, and the controllers will start shipping out on November 19. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRA759MHPJs The Unknown Journey of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy is coming to an end, as Final Fantasy 7 Revelation officially launches on April 8, 2027. Square Enix also showed off more gameplay, including travel from inside Cid's airship, the Highwind, a closer look at the FITS system, and how you can switch between gameplay styles. Not enough Final Fantasy 7 Revelation for you? Then feast your eyes on the gameplay preview, which features an extended look at Yuffie's homeland of Wutai: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zv95DLDDyS8 FFVII Revelation DLC Feature Sephiroth And Vincent, Extending The Story Into 2028(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ffvii-revelation-dlc-feature-sephiroth-and-vince-extending-the-story-into-2028/?thumbnailid=1873781) Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n75P3UzZzX4 And now for the second State of Play broadcast! All about games from Japan and Asia, things kicked off with a new trailer for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3. The game will feature more than 130 characters, including non-playable characters, from whom you can learn skills to build the ultimate warrior. Fate/Extra Record https://youtu.be/nr5-XGIkbg4 I'm not going to pretend that the naming convention for the Fate series games makes any sense, but they continue to look like fun RPGs. This is a remake of the first Fates game, which originally debuted in 2010, and it includes an expanded scenario, completely overhauled character graphics, and a highly strategic, deck-building, dramatic command battle system, all on top of enhanced visuals. It's out on January 28, 2027. Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World https://youtu.be/9nrXc0-vm8 Need a Pokemon-like game on PS5? Then check out the next entry in the Dragon Quest series, as you'll get to take control of Monster Wranglers as they embark on an adventure through a mysterious world alongside their newly acquired monsters. The Eminence in Shadow: Phantom Echoes https://youtu.be/c9V5ugavBQU The Eminence in Shadow is one of the weirder Isekai anime out there, but for the fans of this edgy show that follows a reincarnated man playing a secret mastermind in a fantasy-inspired world, you can look forward to a new game based on it. Billed as a roguelite action game, it'll be out in 2027. Rematch Season 5: Blue Lock https://youtu.be/MLDGArmX0Tw One of the best soccer games that you can play today, Rematch, is teaming up with the hit sports anime series Blue Lock. This should be one to keep an eye out for, if you're a fan of the beautiful game and anime. Where the Seeds Fall https://youtu.be/zdDJlYAVe-c You're probably going to want to avoid this game if you have a fear of heights! Where the Seeds Fall follows a soldier who goes against orders and adopts a cursed child, and together, the two descend the World Tree as they uncover the truth of the world--one leap of faith at a time. WPCA: World Phasebound Control Authority https://youtu.be/fIFA-lYf6o For some fresh horror vibes, check out the trailer for WPCA: World Phasebound Control Authority. Become a Containment Agent, encounter supernatural phenomena, and try to escape the containment zone in one piece as you work to protect humanity from the threats within. Stupid Never Dies https://youtu.be/k33MQFuVEY Stupid Never Dies--which sounds like a description of my disastrous skateboarding phase that I somehow survived--got a new trailer during State of Play. An action-RPG about the weakest zombie growing ridiculously powerful, the underdog adventure launches on October 21. SlashZero https://youtu.be/nrJuL3XSLTc SlashZero is a side-scrolling roguelike game with a roster of unique playable characters and deep buildcrafting. A time-limited demo for it is now available. Digimon: Time Stranger - A Hero's Eternal Legacy expansion https://youtu.be/8vMg3yAnSY Digimon: Time Stranger was one of our favorite games of last year, and we're pretty chuffed to see that more content is on the way for it. Set three years after the events of the game, A Hero's Eternal Legacy is a new expansion that launches in 2027. Crown of No Quarter https://youtu.be/OqViikdsc7Y The debut trailer for Crown of No Quarter teased a world of endless battle for warriors from across the ages. You'll need to gather your forces, sail the seas, and invade strongholds in this game. Daba: Land of Water Scar https://youtu.be/YBTN74SHUnk With the world dying of thirst--literally--it's up to the awakened Clayman to cross ruined snowfields and desolate deserts to reforge a divine soul and bring salvation to the world. The trailer didn't reveal too much, but Daba looks like a rock-solid action game from Sony's China Hero Project initiative.
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformSony Warns PlayStation Customers Against Harassing Support Staff Amid Disc Backlash
Sony's decision to kill off PlayStation game discs(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/playstations-disc-based-game-sales-have-dropped-dramatically-in-recent-years/) has been met with almost universal disdain since it was first announced, and it looks like its employees have been caught in the crossfire. Just about every Sony announcement or social media post is met with calls for it to reverse its decision, and Sony Japan has instituted a new anti-harassment policy to protect the customer service employees who have had to deal with a vocal contingent of dissatisfied consumers. These changes also align with new workplace laws in Japan that will take effect later this year. "Similar to other companies in Japan, Sony Interactive Entertainment has published its policy in compliance with a new law taking effect on October 1, which requires employers in Japan to implement measures to address customer harassment," Sony said in response to GameSpot. According to the policy(https://www.playstation.com/ja-jp/support/customer-harassment/), Sony will restrict people who "exceed what is considered reasonable" when interacting with customer service, including "unreasonable demands" for compensation or apologies. Abusive language, threats, and "forcing someone to prostrate themselves" can also get you cut off from the help desk, as will visiting offices or related facilities without permission. Sony added that it will work with the police and lawyers, if necessary, to protect its employees. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FatSqS3VYY&t=19s&pp=0gcJCRoMAYcqIYzv While customer service workers are currently dealing with backlash over Sony's decision to focus on an all-digital future, the company has also been criticized for several more recent actions. Sony responded to a class action lawsuit(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/sonys-digital-game-ownership-argument-is-another-attack-on-consumer-rights/) in which it was accused of not clearly informing consumers that its digital store sells game licenses, not full games. Various publishers have also accused Sony of anti-competitive moves and of working toward creating a monopoly through its digital storefront. Sony will pay out nearly $8 million to PlayStation customers as part of a settlement over digital game prices. Even with all of that bad press, the company is still moving "cautiously forward"(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/sony-defends-going-digital-but-says-it-understands-players-love-of-physical-ps5-games/) with its plan to end game disc production, as no amount of negative comments or week-long boycotts has convinced Sony to change its mind. Expect a flood of comments highlighting this during this week's back-to-back State of Play livestreams(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/back-to-back-playstation-state-of-plays-are-coming-this-week/).
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformPlayStation Faces $7.85 Million Lawsuit for Allegedly Establishing Digital Game Monopoly on PlayStation
Sony is being sued for anticompetitive behavior due its problematic policies regarding digital PlayStation game sales.
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformGTA 6 Soars to No. 1 on Netflix's Movie Chart
Grand Theft Auto 6 is dominating Netflix's movie charts, with its 27-minute extended look hitting No. 1 in 87 countries.
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformSony To Pay Out Nearly $8 Million In Class-Action Settlement Over Game Prices
Sony is set to pay out nearly $8 million to PlayStation customers as part of a settlement regarding digital game prices. The settlement (via IGN(https://www.ign.com/articles/playstation-is-set-to-pay-out-785-million-to-users-as-part-of-class-action-lawsuit)) comes after Sony's motion to dismiss the lawsuit was denied, and settlement class members across a more-than-four-year period are potentially eligible for a payment. The lawsuit, originally filed back in 2024(https://psndigitalgamessettlement.com/media/f2sbfoy2/0190-2024-12-13-second-amended-consolidated-complaint.pdf), alleged that Sony established a monopoly over PlayStation Store prices by making publishers "cede control over the final price to Sony" and that Sony "eliminated the last vestiges of price competition when it stopped allowing outside retailers to sell digital download codes that could be redeemed on the PlayStation Store." Sony is not agreeing to wrongdoing(https://psndigitalgamessettlement.com/faqs/) as part of the settlement, and will be avoiding a civil trial if the terms are agreed upon by the court. Once that happens, the claims against Sony will be dismissed "with prejudice," meaning another lawsuit on the subject cannot be filed. You are potentially eligible for a payout if you purchased one of the affected games via the PlayStation Store between April 1, 2019 and December 31, 2023. Dozens of games(https://psndigitalgamessettlement.com/media/qeefysnv/0219-06-2026-02-26-exhibit-e-list-of-eligible-games-and-plan-of-allocation.pdf) are listed in the official court documents, including Nier: Automata, Resident Evil 4, The Last of Us Remastered, and Vita games like Uncharted: Golden Abyss and Killzone: Mercenary.