Helldivers 2 joins the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers starting today, coinciding with the launch of the major Devoid of Liberty update. The expansion introduces new Void missions, mutated enemies like the Wretch and Crusher, SEAF platoon reinforcements, and a community challenge to eliminate 500 million enemies by August 18.
Phantom Blade Zero is now available for pre-order on PlayStation 5 ahead of its October 29, 2026 launch. A dedicated State of Play broadcast on August 17 will showcase nearly 20 minutes of new gameplay featuring dynamic combat and the dark wuxia setting. Martial arts legend Donnie Yen serves as creative consultant and portrays protagonist Soul's father, Mó Yuan.
New York resident Jack Shi, 64, receives Spider-Man fan mail at his Forest Hills home, shared with Marvel's Peter Parker in comics. The phenomenon has intensified post-Spider-Man: Brand New Day's July 31, 2026, release. Meanwhile, Marvel's Spider-Man 2 game sees a player surge.
Rockstar Games is unlikely to reveal details about Grand Theft Auto 6's online mode in the near future, according to a new report. The studio appears to be keeping its multiplayer plans under wraps while the single-player campaign remains the primary focus of pre-launch marketing. Players eager for a look at the next evolution of GTA Online will need to exercise patience.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls launched on August 6 with a PC version so broken that fighting game veteran Maximilian Dood uninstalled it live on stream after two days. The Steam rating has plummeted to 39% positive in English reviews, while the PS5 version runs without issues.
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick says rising console prices fueled by AI hardware demand won't slow Grand Theft Auto 6's November 19 launch. The executive believes the install base will meet original expectations despite PS5 and Xbox Series X/S price increases.
Sony's upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive slate runs through 2027 with Insomniac's Marvel's Wolverine launching September 15, 2026, followed by God of War Laufey and Until Dawn 2 next year. The lineup signals Sony's renewed commitment to console-only single-player experiences after years of simultaneous PC ports.
The HELLDIVERS 2 x Warhammer 40,000: Castellan's Creed Legendary Warbond arrives on August 12, bringing Cadian Kasrkin-inspired weapons, armour, and cosmetics to Super Earth's finest. Players can unlock the full package for 1500 Super Credits, including the Hot-Shot Marksman Rifle, Bolt Pistol, Meltagun stratagem, and two armour sets with the new True Grit passive ability.
Rockstar Games has confirmed an extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6 will premiere on Netflix on August 27 at 3pm EST, followed by a YouTube release at 9pm ET. The announcement includes new key art featuring protagonists Jason and Lucia, ending a year-long wait since Trailer 2 dropped in May 2024.
After extensive hands-on time with the open beta, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls emerges as a mechanics-driven 4v4 tag fighter that respects the Marvel legacy while introducing unique shared-lifebar and assist-unlock systems. The active tag mechanics feel restrictive compared to contemporaries like 2XKO, but the character design and progressive learning curve show genuine promise ahead of the full release.
