PlayStation
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Xbox Secures Publishing Rights for Hideo Kojima’s ‘Physint’ After Sony Cancellation
Kojima Productions moves ‘Physint’ to Xbox after PlayStation canceled the project, marking a major shift in the studio’s platform strategy.
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State of Play September 2026: Final Fantasy VII Revelation and Ghost of Yōtei Headline Sony Showcase
Sony’s latest State of Play featured major updates for Final Fantasy VII and Ghost of Yōtei, though notable absences from key PlayStation Studios left fans wanting more.
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PlayStation State of Play 2026: A Pivot Toward 2027
Sony’s September 2026 State of Play showcase revealed a heavy 2027 release slate, balancing new sequels like Maneater 2 with high-profile absences.
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Sony Announces Back-to-Back State of Play Showcases for September 3
Sony will host two back-to-back livestream events on September 3, featuring global updates and a dedicated focus on titles from Japan and Asia.
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Santa Monica Studio Confirms New Kratos-Led God of War Title Following ‘Laufey’ Release
Santa Monica Studio officially confirmed a future Kratos-led God of War title at SDCC 2026, set to follow the February 16, 2027, release of God of War: Laufey.
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PlayStation Network Outage Sparks Renewed Backlash Against Sony’s Digital-Only Future
A massive PSN outage has left players unable to access digital games, intensifying criticism of Sony’s plan to phase out physical discs by 2028.
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Sony Faces Antitrust Scrutiny Over PlayStation Store Pricing and Digital Shift
Sony faces antitrust scrutiny as digital game prices remain 47% higher than physical copies, fueling fears of a monopoly as the firm shifts toward 2028.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 Ports Launch on PlayStation with Missing Features
Activision has released digital ports of Black Ops 1 and 2 for PS4 and PS5, sparking consumer debate over pricing and the removal of classic game modes.
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Sony PlayStation Faces Dual Crisis: Internal Restructuring and Subscription Backlash
Sony is navigating a turbulent period as layoffs at Bungie and controversial changes to the PlayStation Plus service spark significant user backlash.
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Gaming Industry Update: PS Plus Expansions, Major Delays, and Prime Day Sales
As June 2026 concludes, the gaming market is defined by a shift in subscription content, strategic release delays, and aggressive retail discounting.
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Treyarch Confirms Black Ops 1 and 2 Ports for PlayStation Launching in July
Activision and Treyarch have officially confirmed that the original Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 are coming to PlayStation consoles this July, handled by Iron Galaxy.
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Sony Patents PlayStation Controller That Interacts Physically With Player Fingers
A new Sony patent reveals an experimental controller design capable of changing button firmness and physically gripping a player’s fingers to mirror in-game actions.
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Sony Staggers PS Plus June Lineup: Final Fantasy 16 Headlines Diverse Monthly Drop
Sony has unveiled its June 2026 PS Plus Extra and Premium lineup, headlined by Final Fantasy 16, while introducing a controversial staggered release schedule.
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Fast and Furious franchise set for PS5 debut in Stuntman: Hollywood
PlayStation has officially announced Stuntman: Hollywood, a new title for PS5 featuring iconic film franchises including Fast and Furious.
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PlayStation Ecosystem Shifts: Days of Play 2026 Launches Amidst High-Profile Delistings
Sony launches its annual Days of Play promotion featuring significant hardware and software discounts, even as the platform quietly delists Destruction AllStars, highlighting the volatile nature of digital game ownership.
