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The Last of Us Part 2 is Launching for PS5 Soon – Rumour

The Last of Us Part 2 is Launching for PS5 Soon – Rumour

A native PS5 version of the acclaimed Naughty Dog title was recently spotted in the PlayStation Store databse.

Redfall Will Receive Details on New Heroes and Other Updates in 2024

Redfall Will Receive Details on New Heroes and Other Updates in 2024

Included with the Bite Back Edition, the Hero Pass adds two new heroes with unique skills and gameplay. Further details are pending.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 Showcase Set for November 28th

Dragon’s Dogma 2 Showcase Set for November 28th

Hosted by director Hideaki Itsuno and producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi, the 15-minute showcase features new gameplay and details.

Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR is Out Now on Meta Quest 2, 3, and Pro

Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR is Out Now on Meta Quest 2, 3, and Pro

The VR-exclusive title allows players to play through new memories in the lives of Ezio, Connor, and Kassandra.

Persona 6 Can Sell 5 Million Units in its First Year – Sega

Persona 6 Can Sell 5 Million Units in its First Year – Sega

Sega believes a new numbered entry in the RPG series could sell a lot more than previous titles, thanks to a multiplatform, simultaneous global release.

Baldur’s Gate 3 is Getting a Physical Deluxe Edition on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X

Baldur’s Gate 3 is Getting a Physical Deluxe Edition on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X

The acclaimed RPG's physical version will launch for all platforms in Q1 2024, and retail for a price of $79.99.

Payday 3’s Initial Sales Exceeded Starbreeze’s Expectations, but Slowed Down Afterward Due to Launch Issues

Payday 3’s Initial Sales Exceeded Starbreeze’s Expectations, but Slowed Down Afterward Due to Launch Issues

However, the developer says it's confident that sales will pick up again as the game gets more updates as part of its live service plans.

Redfall Title Update 3 is Live, Adds Unrivaled Sniper Rifle “Basilisk”

Redfall Title Update 3 is Live, Adds Unrivaled Sniper Rifle “Basilisk”

The update also gates Shrouds, Anglers and Siphons from the open world until a certain point and buffs Watchers, Soulless and human enemies.

Cyberpunk Sequels Don’t Have to be Set in Night City, Senior Writer Says

Cyberpunk Sequels Don’t Have to be Set in Night City, Senior Writer Says

"I think these kinds of stories can take place anywhere that uber-capitalism develops, causing the collapse of societies," says CD Projekt RED's Magda Zych.

Mass Effect Lead Writer Founds New Studio Worlds Untold With NetEase Games

Mass Effect Lead Writer Founds New Studio Worlds Untold With NetEase Games

Mac Walters and several industry veterans want to create new IPs, with their first project being a near-future action adventure title.

Like a Dragon Gaiden Sells Over 123,000 Units on Japanese Debut

Like a Dragon Gaiden Sells Over 123,000 Units on Japanese Debut

Meanwhile, the PS5 enjoyed a bumper week in Japan, outselling the Nintendo Switch with over 107,000 units sold.

Remnant 2 Crosses 2 Million Units Sold

Remnant 2 Crosses 2 Million Units Sold

Gunfire Games' co-op shooter has also generated over $66 million in net sales for The Embracer Group in Q2 of its fiscal year.

Flashback 2 is Out Now on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC

Flashback 2 is Out Now on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC

The Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PS4 versions of the action platformer have suddenly been delayed and will launch in Q1 2024.

Alan Wake 2 Did Not Rank in Circana’s Top 150 Monthly Active Users for October – Analyst

Alan Wake 2 Did Not Rank in Circana’s Top 150 Monthly Active Users for October – Analyst

Circana executive director and analyst Matt Piscatella believes it would have "likely benefitted from a physical release."

Killer Instinct Will Receive New Details on Upcoming Update on November 22nd

Killer Instinct Will Receive New Details on Upcoming Update on November 22nd

Iron Galaxy is confirmed for the developer stream and could provide a date for the next update, which adds 4K support for Xbox Series X/S.

Embracer Group Confirms it Has Laid off Around 900 People as Part of its Restructuring Program

Embracer Group Confirms it Has Laid off Around 900 People as Part of its Restructuring Program

The company has been shuttering studios, cancelling projects, and laying off employees in order to save costs.

Overwatch 2 – Roadhog’s Take a Breather Will Receive a Buff

Overwatch 2 – Roadhog’s Take a Breather Will Receive a Buff

Lead hero designer Alec Dawson confirms "tuning adjustments" are inbound for the ability, which should result in an overall buff.

Payday 3 is Performing “Below Management Expectations” – Embracer Group

Payday 3 is Performing “Below Management Expectations” – Embracer Group

The company says this is "due to a softer launch where an unforeseen error relating to external matchmaking software impacted the experience for gamers."

Honkai: Star Rail – Version 1.5 is Live, New Video Details Huohuo’s Abilities

Honkai: Star Rail – Version 1.5 is Live, New Video Details Huohuo’s Abilities

The five-star Abundance character is skilled at healing, removing debuffs, restoring energy and raising her allies' damage.

Rise of the Ronin is Available to Wishlist on the PlayStation Store

Rise of the Ronin is Available to Wishlist on the PlayStation Store

Developed by Team Ninja exclusively for PS5, the open-world action RPG is slated to launch in 2024, with a release date still to be announced.