PlayStation 5 now blocks disc game launches unless users perform a mandatory firmware update. Sony's new online verification requirement breaks plug- and- play functionality.
Age of Empires IV: Raiders of the North expansion launches October 29, 2026, for $19.99. Adds Vikings and Scots civilizations, four Crucible missions, and new biomes.
Nintendo removed SmileBASIC from digital stores after a security researcher used AI to jailbreak the Switch 2 and alter Mario Kart World.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds Hotfix 1.001.002 fixes UI freezes, save losses, and console join limits released by Jagex on October 23.
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio abandons Yakuza's signature humor for a realistic, mature story in Stranger Than Heaven, releasing January 15, 2027, on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
A fan has ported Grand Theft Auto IV to a hacked PS5 using AI to handle DualSense controls and trophies, proving older games can run on modern consoles.
Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember simplifies the Insight Skill system and buffs spells to encourage aggressive combat, with a March 2027 release date.
PlayStation creator Ken Kutaragi warns that AI technology could eventually eliminate the need for dedicated gaming hardware, signaling a potential shift in the industry.
Atari VCS official store closes Feb 1, 2027. Console shifts to local homebrew installation via OS update. Last purchase date Jan 31, 2027.
Cult of the Lamb Switch 2 Edition is now available as a free upgrade for existing Switch owners, featuring improved resolution, frame rates, and GameShare support.
