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Sony to end PlayStation physical game disc production in January 2028
Sony announced it will cease manufacturing physical PlayStation game discs beginning January 2028, shifting entirely to digital distribution despite continued d
IGN Articles · +15 outlets
Hideo Kojima voices concerns over 'frightening' digital-only gaming future
The Death Stranding creator warned of a 'frightening' all-digital future and expressed sadness about Sony killing physical game discs, citing concerns about gam
IGN Articles · +5 outlets
Germany's 60,000-game preservation archive collapses after funding dries up
The world's largest public game archive, containing 60,000 titles, has shut down after 1.5 million euros in funding evaporated, coinciding with Sony's shift awa
Tom's Hardware · +1 outlets
Yoko Taro to create Evangelion series, first English trailer released
The NieR and Drakengard creator will helm a new Neon Genesis Evangelion series, with English marketing beginning to roll out.
Kotaku · +3 outlets
Over 5,000 game industry jobs lost in 2026 with no slowdown in sight
The gaming sector continues mass layoffs across studios, showing no signs of abating despite industry profitability.
happygamer.com · +9 outlets
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls blocked in 132 countries due to PSN requirements
Arc System Works' fighting game was blocked in 132 countries on Steam because of Sony's controversial PSN account linking requirement, raising questions about S
IGN Articles · +14 outlets
Hideo Kojima comments on physical game production ceasing, fears loss of ownership
The legendary designer expressed concerns about the industry's shift to digital-only distribution and its implications for consumer rights.
MP1st · +7 outlets
Meccha Chameleon reaches 15 million sales in under a month, teases celebrity collaboration
The viral hide-and-seek game has sold 15 million copies in less than 30 days and is teasing a collaboration with a famous Japanese star.
PCGamer latest · +1 outlets
Supergirl crosses 100 million at global box office despite major second-weekend drop
The DC Studios film surpassed 100 million globally but posted one of the largest second-weekend declines in superhero movie history, signaling audience fatigue.
IGN Articles · +14 outlets
Halo multiplayer game codenamed Project Ekur reportedly cancelled
An unannounced Halo multiplayer title has reportedly been cancelled as part of Microsoft's broader restructuring.
EGW.News · +8 outlets
European loot box regulations could impact gaming for millions of children
Europe is tightening restrictions on randomized reward mechanics, potentially reshaping game monetization globally.
Malay Mail · +14 outlets
Nintendo unlikely to abandon physical cartridges while competitors go digital
Unlike Sony and Xbox, Nintendo is expected to continue releasing games on physical Switch cartridges, maintaining a key differentiator in the market.
players.com.ua · +4 outlets
Trigger to produce more Delicious in Dungeon and new Promare-style project
The Cyberpunk Edgerunners studio is developing a second season of Delicious in Dungeon and a new original project from Kill la Kill creators.
Polygon.com
Danganronpa 2x2 remaster delayed to 2027, adds 'slayhem' story mode and 3D world map
The visual novel remaster will include an alternate 'slayhem' story mode with 20 percent additional content and a 3D explorable world but has been pushed back t
PCGamer latest · +5 outlets
Microsoft investing further in MachineGames, Wolfenstein 3 in active development
Despite recent restructuring, Microsoft confirmed continued investment in the studio behind Wolfenstein, with the third entry actively in development.
EGW.News
Persona 4 Revival cutscenes to be animated by MAPPA
The legendary anime studio will handle cutscene animation for a new Persona 4 project, elevating production values.
Gizmodo · +14 outlets
Rare could face layoffs or closure as Microsoft undergoes restructuring
The Sea of Thieves developer faces uncertainty amid Microsoft's ongoing studio reorganization and cost-cutting measures.
EGW.News · +5 outlets
Nintendo president promises to tackle Pokemon card scalpers after billions printed
Shuntaro Furukawa said the secondary market resale issue is on Nintendo's radar, with government ID requirements under consideration.
Kotaku

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