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PlayStation Plus is running a Tokyo Game Show promotion across Southeast Asia from 17 to 30 September, offering new members up to 25% off a 12-month subscription. Existing subscribers can also save when upgrading to PlayStation Plus Extra or Deluxe tiers during the same window.
PlayStation's new popularity feature reveals Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 as the ninth most-played game on PS5 in the United States, surpassing the Call of Duty HQ app that bundles Black Ops 6, Black Ops 7, and Warzone. The 2012 title's resurgence follows Activision's summer ports of the first two Black Ops games, which dominated sales charts and suggest players are gravitating toward classic entries while awaiting Modern Warfare 4.
Endless Legend 2 delivers a magnificent sci-fantasy 4X experience that showcases why Amplitude remains beloved by strategy fans. Released on September 17, 2026 for PC at $50/£45, the game blends rule-breaking world design with deep tactical combat and a standout dynamic soundtrack. Despite minor flaws in lighting and UI clarity, its Tidefall mechanic and faction asymmetry keep every playthrough feeling fresh and engaging.
The Resident Evil film series has achieved a new milestone as the highest-rated video game adaptation ever, according to Rotten Tomatoes. With a score of 63%, it now tops the list of gaming-based movies, marking a significant turnaround for the franchise. This achievement highlights a growing critical appreciation for the long-running action-horror series.
Fire Emblem Engage has received strong reviews that are creating fear of missing out among players who haven't experienced the game yet. The positive reception highlights the title's engaging gameplay and strategic depth. Gamers are expressing regret for not playing it sooner as word spreads about its quality.
Zero Parades Director's Cut has been officially announced for PlayStation 5 with a confirmed release date. The enhanced edition brings the surreal adventure to Sony's current-gen hardware with new content and improvements. Players can mark their calendars for the launch later this year.
A leak from a reliable ResetEra moderator claims Microsoft plans to remove day one game releases from Xbox Game Pass as early as next spring, introducing a two-tier model with an ad-supported $12.99 tier and a $19.99 ad-free option. Microsoft responded that it has nothing to announce today and has not finalized any changes. If accurate, the shift would fundamentally alter Game Pass's core value proposition.
Roblox Corporation has confirmed five retro experiences for The Hunt: Roblox 20 event launching September 17, 2026, including Crossroads and Sword Fights on the Heights IV. Roblox+ subscribers gain early access to the event hub along with exclusive anniversary rewards.
Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja have announced Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember for a March 4, 2027 release and surprise-dropped a free alpha demo across Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Switch 2, and PC. The demo includes the full Changban level, character creation, and three-player online co-op, with a Fledgling Phoenix Helmet bonus carrying over to the full game.
Zack Snyder revealed a former Warner Bros. executive privately told him he was right about his DC universe vision and expressed regret over the studio battles during Justice League production. The director discussed the theatrical cut trauma, his daughter's death, and his new film The Last Photograph receiving a 4/10 from IGN at TIFF.
