IGN's preview of Agefield High: Rock the School delivers a scathing assessment after six missions, calling the game unpolished, uninspired, and flat. Developer Refugium Games aims for Bully's crown but lands closer to a hollow nostalgia act with buggy physics, repetitive NPC dialogue, and minigames ripped from other titles. The game releases August 12.
The original Halo: Combat Evolved now supports cross-platform campaign co-op across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC through the Master Chief Collection. This guide breaks down exactly how to squad up with friends regardless of platform, covering party setup, matchmaking settings, and the specific steps needed to launch a cooperative session.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game delivers one of the most inventive combat systems in recent fighting game history, but its barebones single-player offerings and missing online features hold it back from greatness. The 12-character roster breaks genre conventions with wildly distinct movement and resource mechanics that reward mastery. However, a 27-chapter story mode that feels like fanfiction, lobbies limited to two players, and a training mode lacking standard tools make the package feel unfinished at launch.
Sony confirmed it will stop manufacturing physical discs for new PlayStation games starting January 2028, citing a dramatic shift toward digital purchases. U.S. sales data shows only seven PlayStation titles sold over 100,000 physical copies this year, while digital now accounts for nearly 80% of full-game sales on Sony consoles.
New Circana data reveals just seven PlayStation titles have sold over 100,000 physical copies in the US this year, with only two breaking 10,000 units in a single week. The numbers arrive as Sony faces sustained backlash over its plan to end disc production by January 2028.
Nier creator Yoko Taro expressed sadness over Sony's plan to end physical game disc production starting January 2028. The developer shared his physical copy of Hi-Fi Rush on X and warned players not to take physical media for granted. Lawsuits from a Dutch consumer group and Mexican lawmakers argue the move creates monopolistic practices that could raise prices and kill independent game stores.
Bungie has confirmed that the game director for its upcoming extraction shooter Marathon has left the studio. The departure arrives during a turbulent period marked by layoffs and leadership changes at the PlayStation-owned developer. Players waiting for the sci-fi revival will now watch closely for signs of how this shift impacts the project's trajectory.
Discover the top 19 PS5 games set to release in 2026, highlighted by Halo: Campaign Evolved, a revamped Combat Evolved remake with enhanced co-op and presentation. From sci-fi epics to strategic turn-based games, this lineup promises something for every gamer. Get ready to mark your calendars for these unmissable titles.
The Need for Speed series is facing an uncertain future with no new game announced, leaving fans wondering if the franchise will return. According to recent reports, the series' hiatus continues despite its dedicated fan base. The absence of a new Need for Speed title has significant implications for racing game enthusiasts.
A Dutch consumer group is suing Sony for €400 million, arguing its 30% PlayStation Store fee is unfair. The lawsuit gained new momentum as Sony announced the end of physical discs by 2028, eliminating the second-hand market and alternative pricing. The group claims this gives Sony sole control over game costs and usage duration.
