Game released without PS5 Pro support
Housemarque's third-person bullet-hell roguelite Saros has hit its lowest price yet at $20 off, just months after its April launch. PlayStation VR2 also sees a $100 discount directly from Sony, while four Resident Evil PS5 titles drop to $15.99 each.
Sony has confirmed the PlayStation 5 generation will be its last to support physical discs, with production ending around the PS6 launch in 2028. Major retailers are currently offering deep discounts on first-party PS5 exclusives, making this one of the final opportunities to build a permanent disc library before physical media disappears from PlayStation entirely.
PAX Aus 2026 has announced a new wave of guests including former WWE superstar Austin Creed, Doom composer Mick Gordon, and Saros creative director Gregory Louden. The event runs October 9-11 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre as the capstone of Melbourne International Games Week.
Housemarque, developer of Saros, aims to mirror the growth trajectory of FromSoftware, creators of Elden Ring and Dark Souls, despite Saros not yet achieving the same commercial success as other first-party PlayStation titles. The studio believes in gradually building its fan base through unique gameplay experiences like "flow states". With a 30-year history, Housemarque looks to continue its niche strategy, educating the market on the appeal of its intense, replayable shooters.
The PS5 Pro has finally started to receive notable attention in PlayStation's State of Play events, with the recent June 2nd showcase featuring seven games with Pro footage. This marks a significant increase from previous events, indicating a shift in Sony's promotional strategy. After a muted launch, the PS5 Pro is belatedly taking center stage.
The PS5 experienced a drastic 50% drop in UK hardware sales in May, barely outselling Xbox Series X/S by 400 units. This shift was largely attributed to the release of Forza Horizon 6, which boosted Xbox sales by 12%. Meanwhile, the Nintendo Switch 2 continued its strong performance, reaching 1 million UK units in record time.
PlayStation's Days of Play 2026 Sale is live, offering significant discounts on PS5 games, including Ghost of Yōtei at $49.98, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach at $39.99, and Marvel's Spider-Man 2 at $29.99. The sale also features discounted DualSense controllers, PlayStation VR2, and more, making it an ideal time for gamers to enhance their PS5 experience.
Sony has confirmed its narrative single-player games, including Marvel’s Wolverine and Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, will remain PS5 exclusives. PC gamers express mixed reactions, from disappointment to indifference, citing the high cost of PS5 consoles and the availability of alternative PC games. This move reverses Sony's previous staggered PC release approach.
Dive into the latest PlayStation Podcast (Episode 541) where the crew discusses optimizing Saros runs, the immersive audio of Mixtape, and a deep dive into Ghost of Yōtei Legends' endgame raids with Sucker Punch's Darren Bridges. Discover upcoming PS5 releases and the latest PlayStation Plus catalog additions. From min-maxing in Saros to the vibes of Mixtape, this episode covers it all.
PlayStation has announced a collaborative initiative with Bandai Namco, focusing on harnessing generative AI to enhance game development while emphasizing human creativity. This partnership aims to address AI's shortcomings, such as consistency, by leveraging multiple models and fine-tuning. The collaboration is part of PlayStation's broader push to utilize AI for productivity, quality assurance, and personalized player experiences.
Saros, the spiritual successor to Returnal, sparks debate among fans over its difficulty level, with some finding it too easy and others too hard. The game's Carcosan Modifiers aim to balance accessibility and challenge. Despite mixed opinions, the community remains supportive of struggling players.
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