Sony closed last night’s State of Play with 20 minutes of gameplay from its next big game: God of War Laufey, a new installment in the God of War franchise. Following the story of the last two God of War games, this time we will not embody Kratos, but his wife and mother of his son Atreus, Laufey, better known by her alias, Faye. The game begins with the death of Laufey and that is where its greatest peculiarity lies. This time the game is not set in a particular mythology, but Laufey is trapped in the Afterlife of […]
Sony closed its State of Play last night with 20 minutes of gameplay from its next big game: God of War Laufey, a new installment in the God of War franchise. Following the story of the last two God of War games, this time we will not embody Kratos, but his wife and mother of his son Atreus, Laufey, better known by her alias, Faye.
The game begins with the death of Laufey, and that is where its greatest peculiarity lies. This time the game is not set in a particular mythology, but Laufey is trapped in the Afterlife of the gods with all kinds of mythological beings. In order to escape from there, she will have to flee with the help of what seems to be a magical sword with powers to kill gods and a talking gelatinous cube.
A God of War with a different protagonist
While we still don’t know many more details, the twenty minutes of trailer have allowed us to understand the foundation of the game. Following the hack’n’slash gameplay style of God of War, but with aerial combat and an emphasis on parries, it seems that it will be a game very much indebted to previous installments of the franchise. This means there is absolutely nothing to fear for fans of the franchise who are looking forward to a new installment of God of War, even if Kratos is not the protagonist.
Having already seen gods from Mongolian mythology and hints of Arthurian myths, there are still many details to unveil. Such as its release date, as we do not know a release date even approximately. The only certainty is that it will be released for PlayStation 5 in the future, and everything points to it delighting fans of God of War.
Sony has officially confirmed that it is closing Destruction AllStars, the PlayStation 5 exclusive released in February 2021. Launched as a major bet to encourage online gaming on the platform, the game faced an extremely cold reception, being criticized for its lack of content, the aggressiveness of its microtransactions, and the repetitiveness of its gameplay proposal. A game doomed to disaster According to information from Sony in an email sent to all users, it is no longer possible to purchase the game or virtual currency within the game since yesterday, May 26th of […]
Sony has officially confirmed that it is shutting down Destruction AllStars, the PlayStation 5 exclusive released in February 2021. Launched as a major bet to encourage online gaming on the platform, the game faced an extremely cold reception, being criticized for its lack of content, the aggressiveness of its microtransactions, and the repetitiveness of its gameplay proposal.
A Game Bound for Disaster
According to information from Sony in an email sent to all users, it is no longer possible to purchase the game or virtual currency within the game since yesterday, May 26, 2026. Stating that “due to ongoing technical issues, the multiplayer services of Destruction AllStars for PlayStation 5 consoles will remain disabled and will no longer be available”, they emphasized that single-player modes will still be available until November 25, 2026, when the servers will close.
Destruction AllStars has always been surrounded by controversy. Announced as a premium game, it was set to be sold for €69.99 at a time when the standard for games was €59.99, leading to significant controversy. So much so that it would eventually be released as a free-to-play with free updates and micropayments for cosmetics and upgrades. This did not help alleviate an almost immediate failure.
Although this is not the only failure of Sony this generation with online games. The other great example is Concord, a game developed by Firewalk Studios that, due to unprecedented low sales, shut down its servers in two weeks. The difference compared to Destruction AllStars is that it was a premium game and not free-to-play, which is why they decided to kill it off sooner: it was giving them bad press. Even if the numbers were, by no means, worse than those of the game from Lucid Games.
Sony is not escaping the mouths of gamers. Not for the better. For every interesting news like the upcoming State of Play on June 2, there are at least a couple of much less positive news. The general perception is that Sony is in serious trouble this generation. PlayStation 5 is a console that is perceived as lacking video games, and moreover, it seems that Sony is not doing anything to improve that situation. In fact, it seems they have no problem worsening it. PlayStation 5 will have exclusives, but in what way Hermen Hulst, CEO of Studio Business […]
Sony is not escaping the mouths of gamers. Not for the better. For every piece of interesting news like the upcoming State of Play on June 2, there are at least a couple of much less positive news. And the general perception is that Sony is in serious trouble this generation. PlayStation 5 is a console that is perceived as lacking video games, and moreover, it seems that Sony is not doing anything to improve that situation. In fact, it seems they have no problem worsening it.
PlayStation 5 will have exclusives, but in what way
Hermen Hulst, CEO of Studio Business Group —in charge of first-party studios and adaptations of PlayStation IPs to other media—, communicated last Monday, May 18, to the company’s internal studios that most of their games will become exclusive to PlayStation 5. This has caused quite a stir of discontent among players.
This has nuances. As Hulst himself clarified, this will not affect all video games, since multiplayer games, like Marathon or Helldivers 2, will continue to appear normally on PC. But narrative games focused on an exclusive single-player experience, like Spider-Man, God of War, or Ghost of Tsushima, which have currently appeared on PC, will not have their sequels on PC as their fans might expect.
This is not new information. Bloomberg already warned last March that these were the internal plans within Sony, although without an official confirmation, everything remained up in the air. But now that it has been made, it seems evident what its purpose is: to create a reason for users to buy PlayStation 5 and integrate into the PlayStation ecosystem.
A convenient price increase
If this weren’t enough, PlayStation has decided to raise the prices of all its products. In addition to the fact that PlayStation 5 already increased in price last March, the third time in this generation, they have also decided to raise the prices of their PlayStation Plus service, essential for online gaming. This is something that, once again, has not been well received among users. Having to pay between 1 and 2 euros more on average for each month of the service may seem like a small increase, but it must be added to all the other price increases of the company’s products.
What is the reason for all this? It is because the situation of PlayStation this generation is tremendously precarious. Although they attribute it to the economic and geopolitical situation, due to the price of oil, computer materials, and customs —which they have also tried to take advantage of—, they also face a self-induced problem.
At the beginning of the generation, they decided to firmly bet on games as a service, announcing up to 12 of them for mid-2026. Of those, less than half have survived. With all the released ones being a failure, except for Helldivers 2, it seems that PlayStation’s policy has changed again to refocus on narrative-driven single-player games, with one problem. They have been in development for a long time, and all their studios have been busy making games as a service at the company’s insistence.
If users feel that PlayStation 5 lacks games, it is because the cadence of their release has been minimal. And it is not going to improve in the future. They tried to find their own Fortnite in games like Marathon, but they failed, and now they are trying to save the situation by raising prices, returning to single-player games, and putting the burden of the price on the players. But is this a good strategy? Only time will tell. But what is evident is that Sony is not in a good situation. And to a large extent, it is not because of what they have done to themselves.
Sony has revealed the free video games that will be available for PlayStation Plus subscribers in May, a highly anticipated announcement, as every month. Starting May 5, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 users will be able to access a variety of titles that will enrich their digital library. The games will be available for all subscription levels: Essential, Extra, and Premium, ensuring that all subscribers have the opportunity to enjoy these new titles. For all tastes, the May lineup includes the football simulator EA SPORTS FC 26, known as […]
Sony has revealed the free video games that will be available for PlayStation Plus subscribers in May, a highly anticipated announcement, as every month. Starting May 5, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 users will be able to access a variety of titles that will allow them to enrich their digital library.
The games will be available for all subscription levels: Essential, Extra, and Premium, ensuring that all subscribers have the opportunity to enjoy these new titles.
Additionally, players will be able to experience the action RPG soulslike Wuchang: Fallen Feathers set in the Ming dynasty, where they will take on the role of a pirate warrior facing monsters and disturbances. Finally, ‘Nine Sols’ presents itself as an exciting option, combining 2D platforming and action with an appealing hand-drawn artistic style.
Subscribers should remember that May 4th is the last day to download the free video games for the month of April, so they have little time left to ensure they do not miss these additions to their collection.
With this offer, Sony continues to reaffirm its commitment to adding value to its subscription service, which has seen significant growth in recent years. The diversification of genres and styles of play available ensures that there is something for everyone’s taste, further expanding the options for PlayStation players.
PlayStation has announced that it will implement mandatory age verification for all players in the UK and Ireland starting in 2026, as part of efforts to comply with the Online Safety Act of 2023. This measure is not surprising, as it follows the example of other platforms like Xbox, Discord, and Steam, which have begun to adopt similar regulations to verify the identity of their users. If you are not of legal age, you will not be able to connect to the Internet. According to Sony’s official communication, players who do not complete the age verification process will face […]
PlayStation has announced that it will implement mandatory age verification for all players in the UK and Ireland starting in 2026, as part of efforts to comply with the Online Safety Act of 2023. This measure is not surprising, as it follows the example of other platforms like Xbox, Discord, and Steam, which have begun to adopt similar regulations to verify the identity of their users.
If you are not of legal age, you will not be able to connect to the Internet
According to Sony’s official communication, players who do not complete the age verification process will face restrictions on various communication features. This includes limitations on the use of text and voice chat, sending messages, as well as access to third-party platforms like Discord. Additionally, users who do not verify their age will not be able to stream content on YouTube or Twitch or access user-generated content in video games.
To carry out this verification process, Sony will use the Yoti app, which allows users’ identity and age to be verified through facial recognition. The choice of Yoti reflects the trend observed among various companies in the United Kingdom to adapt to new legal requirements. Microsoft, for example, has already started requesting this information from its users through the same app.
Despite these restrictions, players who do not complete the age verification process will still be able to enjoy their titles in the PlayStation ecosystem and make purchases in the PS Store. However, they will have to operate without access to communication features. This step aligns with the general movement of companies in the sector, which are implementing measures to ensure a safer environment for their users and comply with current regulations.
Actor Ben Jordan, known for playing Peter Parker in PlayStation titles, has caused a stir on social media after posting an image on Instagram that suggests the development of a new game related to Marvel’s Spider-Man. Although the post was quickly deleted, its content has captured the attention of the gaming community, and many believe it is a clear indication of an upcoming project by Insomniac Games. Rumor has it The photograph showed Jordan dressed in a motion capture suit, accompanied by the iconic Spider-Man pose while shooting webs. In […]
Actor Ben Jordan, known for portraying Peter Parker in PlayStation titles, has caused a stir on social media after posting an image on Instagram that suggests the development of a new game related to Marvel’s Spider-Man. Although the post was quickly deleted, its content has captured the attention of the gaming community, and many believe it is a clear indication of an upcoming project by Insomniac Games.
Rumor rumor
The photograph showed Jordan dressed in a motion capture suit, accompanied by the iconic pose of Spider-Man shooting webs. In the post’s description, the actor added: If you know, you know along with a spider emoji, which intensified speculation among fans about the possibility of a new video game in the franchise.
Despite the fact that PlayStation has not officially confirmed the existence of Marvel’s Spider-Man 3, it is known that Insomniac Games has been working on new projects since the release of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 over two years ago. Additionally, a cyberattack suffered by the company in 2023 leaked details about possible projects in the Marvel universe, suggesting that there is more than what has been revealed so far.
On the other hand, the popularity of Spider-Man is not limited to video games. The character is on the way to a new cinematic success, with a trailer that has accumulated over 500 million views in less than 24 hours, surpassing the previous record of Grand Theft Auto VI. The upcoming movie will be released on July 31, 2026, which promises to maintain the momentum of the web-slinger in pop culture.
Sony has released a new free update for the PS5 that introduces significant improvements in PSSR technology, or PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution. This AI-based tool aims to optimize video game performance by analyzing each frame pixel by pixel, resulting in greater stability in fps and superior visual clarity. Players will be able to enjoy an enhanced graphical experience, which may encourage the revitalization of popular titles released in recent years. Major titles that feature the new technology Since its initial launch, several games have already begun to […]
Sony has released a new free update for the PS5 that introduces significant improvements in PSSR technology, or PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution. This AI-based tool aims to optimize video game performance by analyzing each frame pixel by pixel, resulting in greater stability in fps and superior visual clarity. Players will be able to enjoy an enhanced graphical experience, which may encourage a revival of popular titles released in recent years.
Great titles featuring the new technology
Since its initial launch, several games have already begun to take advantage of PSSR capabilities, with Resident Evil Requiem being one of the first to adopt this enhancement. Konami has shown a remarkable interest in this technology, ensuring that the remake of Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill f will be compatible, further enhancing the player experience. For its part, Square Enix joins the movement with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, promising its users a more immersive gameplay.
The list of games that will benefit from PSSR is constantly expanding. Titles from well-known companies such as Remedy Entertainment, Ninja Theory, or Capcom are joining the initiative. A key upcoming release, Crimson Desert, will be compatible with the technology from its launch on March 19. Additionally, updates for Assassin’s Creed Shadows and Cyberpunk 2077 are expected in the near future.
For PS5 Pro owners, the gaming experience will be even more enriched, as PSSR will be available for all titles in general. However, Sony has warned that results may vary depending on the game in question, with differences in sharpness and smoothness. This improvement is optional, allowing players to enable or disable it according to their preference, while new releases will ensure compatibility with PSSR from day one.
Hideo Kojima, the acclaimed creator behind iconic franchises like Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, continues to be a reference in the video game industry, especially for his impactful trailers that have left an indelible mark on fans. His latest project, titled Physint, was announced in January 2024 and has been generating growing anticipation among fans and experts. Recently, it has been rumored that Kojima presented a new trailer to representatives from Sony Interactive Entertainment in a private meeting at the Kojima Productions offices. It seems he continues to prioritize his projects for Sony The collaboration between Kojima […]
Hideo Kojima, the acclaimed creator behind iconic franchises like Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, continues to be a reference point in the video game industry, especially for his impactful trailers that have left an indelible mark on fans. His latest project, titled Physint, was announced in January 2024 and has been generating growing anticipation among fans and experts. Recently, it has been rumored that Kojima presented a new trailer to representatives of Sony Interactive Entertainment in a private meeting at the Kojima Productions offices.
It seems that he continues to prioritize his projects for Sony
The collaboration between Kojima Productions and PlayStation seems to be in full swing, with regular visits from Sony representatives and the active development of new titles. The recent appearance of nine Sony representatives at Kojima’s headquarters, along with the anticipation of Death Stranding 2, which will now be released for PC, suggests that an exciting revelation could be just around the corner. Kojima’s social media has been buzzing with activity, and with his tendency to surprise, it’s natural for fans to be on high alert.
On the other hand, it is important to note that there has been a clear intention on Kojima’s part to keep his fanbase engaged, especially after the teaser he showed at the Kojima Productions anniversary event in September. Rumors suggest that the trailer he recently showed could be related to the anticipated Physint, which has been described as an action and espionage video game, in the style of the famous Metal Gear.
With every strategic move and every teaser he shares, Kojima demonstrates that his mastery in storytelling and generating intrigue is more alive than ever. Fan expectations are growing, and everyone is eagerly awaiting the next chapter in Kojima’s narrative.
The wait is finally over for Marvel fans, as PlayStation has confirmed the release date for Marvel’s Wolverine. The game, developed by Insomniac Games, will be available on September 15, 2026. This date has been strategically chosen to avoid clashing with the release of Grand Theft Auto VI on November 19, 2026. PlayStation’s decision to avoid November is based on the experience of other developers who have noticed that Rockstar’s new title could overshadow other major releases in that month. They know who they cannot compete against Players of […]
The wait is finally over for Marvel fans, as PlayStation has confirmed the release date for Marvel’s Wolverine. The game, developed by Insomniac Games, will be available on September 15, 2026.
This date has been strategically chosen to avoid clashing with the release of Grand Theft Auto VI on November 19, 2026. PlayStation’s decision to avoid November is based on the experience of other developers who have noticed that Rockstar’s new title could overshadow other major releases in that month.
Knows who they cannot compete against
PS5 players who are eager to control Wolverine can start adding the title to their wishlist on the PS Store, although more details about the game are expected to be revealed in spring 2026. Insomniac Games has promised to announce additional information, including trailers and pre-order content, which further increases the anticipation surrounding the game.
This confirmation does not come as a surprise to those who have been closely following the news about Marvel’s Wolverine. In early February, an error in the PS Store in Mexico had hinted at a release in the third quarter of 2026, which led many to speculate that the game would be released in September, which has now been officially determined.
With the fierce competition that GTA VI represents, other developers are reconfiguring their schedules to avoid conflicts, demonstrating the magnitude of the influence that Rockstar’s title will have on the industry during its launch.
The gaming community will remain attentive to the news from Insomniac Games, which promises to keep the interest high in the coming weeks, while Marvel’s Wolverine is set to make its debut in the world of video games in September 2026.
Sony has referenced a possible price increase during its recent earnings call for the last quarter. Although it has not been officially confirmed, this speculation has raised concerns among PlayStation Plus subscribers, many of whom have expressed their intention to reduce or cancel their subscription in the event of a price hike. In the call, a Sony executive mentioned that, despite current challenges, the company has sold 92 million units of the PS5. It is expected that in the future, most of the revenue will come from software content and services, while […]
During the call, a Sony executive mentioned that, despite the current challenges, the company has sold 92 million units of the PS5. It is expected that in the future, most of the revenue will come from software content and services, while hardware sales are likely to decline, given that the console is in its sixth year of life.
Despite a price increase last year in Xbox Game Pass, the service has proven to maintain its long-term success, suggesting that the impact of a price hike would not be devastating. Some users may have changed their tier or even canceled their subscriptions, but Microsoft does not appear to have faced a significant drop in its revenue.
Subscribers are already preparing for possible adverse changes, as seen in various comments on social media, where some threaten to downgrade their subscription or look for cheaper alternatives.
It is anticipated that tomorrow the February offers for the extra and premium levels of PlayStation Plus will be announced, which could influence the perception of the service. However, so far, there is no confirmation of a price increase, leaving consumers in a state of expectation about the future of the service.
