Narrative-driven game series
Yeon Sang-ho, director of the hit zombie thriller Train to Busan, has detailed the video game and film influences shaping his new movie Colony. The director cites the classic puzzle game Road Runner and the 1978 sci-fi film Invasion of the Body Snatchers as key inspirations for the film's evolving zombie horde. Colony hits U.S. theaters on August 28.
Amazon's God of War series will recast both Atreus and Thor's daughter Thrud for its second season to match the timeline of God of War Ragnarok. A new casting call seeks actors aged 14 to 17, replacing the current child performers who played the roles in season one. The show will reportedly pick up a few years after the first season, aligning directly with the events of the 2022 game.
Sony Interactive Entertainment reportedly anticipated massive backlash when it announced the end of PlayStation 5 physical discs, issuing employees the strictest social media guidelines they had ever seen. Former God of War writer Alanah Pearce revealed that staff were gagged from commenting on the controversy, which has drawn over 335,000 petition signatures and constant negative feedback across Sony's social channels.
Blood Message, an action game set in 9th century China, impresses with its Unreal Engine 5-powered visuals and tight, violent combat. With environmental interaction, stealth mechanics, and a historically grounded narrative, it draws comparisons to God of War and The Last of Us. Early gameplay suggests a title that could stand alongside these gaming giants.
Sony is reportedly shifting its single-player, story-driven games back to being PlayStation exclusives, a move that could impact the gaming landscape. This decision may enhance the console's appeal with unique titles. Players can expect iconic franchises to remain PlayStation-only.
Sony is set to pay $7.8 million in refunds for digital PSN purchases following a lawsuit settlement. Find out if you're eligible for compensation.
The cancellation of The Last of Us Online has fans mourning what could have been a groundbreaking multiplayer experience from Naughty Dog.
In Pragmata, Hugh's bond with the robot Diana challenges notions of emotional investment, revealing deeper themes beyond mere imitation.
David Menkin shares how being 'the world's best uncle' shaped his role as Hugh in Pragmata, the upcoming action RPG from Capcom.
Troy Baker, known for iconic roles like Joel in The Last of Us, is set to start making video games himself, inspired by Abubakar Salim.
The Call of Duty movie is set to release on June 30, 2028, aiming for authenticity and epic storytelling in a crowded adaptation landscape.
Former Naughty Dog dev Benson Russell reveals the intense crunch culture behind The Last of Us and Uncharted, sparking concerns about game development.
