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5 Xbox Studios Impacted in Microsoft Layoffs, But No Games Cancelled
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5 Xbox Studios Impacted in Microsoft Layoffs, But No Games Cancelled

All publicly confirmed projects remain in the works.As part of today's Microsoft layoffs within the Xbox division, it has been shared that five first-party developers are either being let go to return to independence, sold off to someone else, or are looking at other avenues.The studios and their fates are:Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 06.07.2026 14:00 Uhr
'I Know This Is Painful': Xbox Confirms 3,200 Job Losses in Industry Bloodbath
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'I Know This Is Painful': Xbox Confirms 3,200 Job Losses in Industry Bloodbath

Multiple teams exit Xbox Game Studios.Xbox has confirmed that an eye-watering 3,200 employees across the division will lose their jobs, in one of the most significant industry shake-ups of all time.This is part of a broader Microsoft downsizing, which will see 4,800 people out of work.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 06.07.2026 13:45 Uhr
Rumour: Xbox Still Weighing Up Physical Disc Support for Project Helix After Sony Bombshell
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Rumour: Xbox Still Weighing Up Physical Disc Support for Project Helix After Sony Bombshell

It's not over yet.When Sony announced that it would be dropping all support for physical discs from January 2028 onwards, it raised one key question: would its competitors be doing the same?At this point it seems highly unlikely that the PS6 will ship with a disc drive, but what about Project Helix, the next-gen Xbox? Surely there's an open goal for the Team in Green here.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 06.07.2026 13:30 Uhr
Video: Assassin's Creed: Black Flag PS5 vs PS4 Comparison - How Does Resynced Compare?
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Video: Assassin's Creed: Black Flag PS5 vs PS4 Comparison - How Does Resynced Compare?

See the PS5 visual upgrades in action.This week's big PS5 release is Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, so to get our site coverage started, we can share a graphical comparison video between the PS5 Pro version of Resynced and the original PS4 launch game.Here we're comparing the opening bundle of cutscenes and gameplay, with the PS5 Pro version set to the Performance Mode. You can learn more about the graphical modes in Black Flag Resynced through the link.Read the full article on pushsquar

Push Square 06.07.2026 13:15 Uhr
Black Ops 6 Finally Free of Infamous Call of Duty PS5 App
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Black Ops 6 Finally Free of Infamous Call of Duty PS5 App

And now it gets a Platinum Trophy.Nobody likes the storage hog that is the Call of Duty app on PS5 and PS4, so there's always a reason to celebrate when a game no longer requires it.From tomorrow, 7th July 2026, the Call of Duty app will no longer be needed to play Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The game will become a completely standalone download, freeing it of the app's demands and large install sizes.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 06.07.2026 13:00 Uhr
Leading Online Petition Against PlayStation's Disc-Free Future Now Exceeds 120,000 Signatures
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Leading Online Petition Against PlayStation's Disc-Free Future Now Exceeds 120,000 Signatures

Make yourself heard.In case you somehow missed yesterday's news, PlayStation has announced its intent to discontinue the production of physical game discs starting in 2028.This means, in about 18 months' time, all new game releases on Sony's platforms will only be available via the PS Store; you may still be able to buy them in physical retailers, but they'll just consist of a code to redeem on your console. It's also now presumed the PS6 will not support discs.Read the full article on pushsquar

Push Square 06.07.2026 12:45 Uhr
Stunning Single Player Game Blood Message Exploring PS5 Pro Upscaling, Ray Tracing
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Stunning Single Player Game Blood Message Exploring PS5 Pro Upscaling, Ray Tracing

Royal mail.The astoundingly beautiful single player adventure game Blood Message will likely take advantage of the PS5 Pro’s signature PSSR2 upscaler and advanced ray tracing technologies, according to a Digital Foundry video.It’s worth noting this is sponsored content, and Chinese dev 24 Entertainment hasn’t committed to any final specifications just yet. The game’s not due out until 2027 at the earliest.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 06.07.2026 12:30 Uhr
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Hit May 2026 PS5 Action Game Already Discounted on PS Store

An acclaimed 2026 PS5 action game that released less than two months ago is already discounted in a stellar PS Store deal. Developed by Kwalee Labs, Luna Abyss is part of the PS Store’s new July Savings promotion. The game boasts a Metacritic average score of 80/100 for its PS5 version. Acclaimed 2026 PS5 game […] The post Hit May 2026 PS5 Action Game Already Discounted on PS Store appeared first on PlayStation LifeStyle.

PlayStation LifeStyle 06.07.2026 11:42 Uhr
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Check Out This Interesting Free PS5 Adventure Game on PS Store

The PS Store has dropped yet another fun, free PS5 adventure game that’s worth checking out. Developer Five-BN Studios seems to be bringing its entire catalog of games to PlayStation, and New York Mysteries 1: Secrets of the Mafia is its latest free drop. PS5 adventure game New York Mysteries 1: Secrets of the Mafia […] The post Check Out This Interesting Free PS5 Adventure Game on PS Store appeared first on PlayStation LifeStyle.

PlayStation LifeStyle 06.07.2026 11:20 Uhr
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Fun 2021 PS5, PS4 Game That Never Left Beta Is Shutting Down

A 2021 PS4 multiplayer action game (playable on PS5) is shutting down after a lengthy beta period that lasted almost the entire current console generation. Mega Zombie is a free-to-play shooter featuring a voxel art style. The game, which was also expanded to mobile devices, will no longer be playable after fall 2026. PS5, PS4 […] The post Fun 2021 PS5, PS4 Game That Never Left Beta Is Shutting Down appeared first on PlayStation LifeStyle.

PlayStation LifeStyle 06.07.2026 11:03 Uhr
Guide: These 15+ PS5 and PS Plus Games Are Coming Out This Week (6th-12th July)
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Guide: These 15+ PS5 and PS Plus Games Are Coming Out This Week (6th-12th July)

Assassin's Creed! College Football! Sword Art Online!I’m hesitant to say the release schedule is going wild this week, but there’s no doubt we’re getting a lot more PS5 games as we move into July.The highlight is obvious: Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced will be a must for most PS5 owners.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 06.07.2026 11:00 Uhr
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PS Plus Premium Adds Free Trial for Hit 2026 PS5 Exclusive Game

PS Plus Premium has quietly added a free full game trial for a hit 2026 PS5 exclusive action game. Published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, Saros is Housemarque’s latest outing, which was released on April 30. The game boasts a Metacritic average score of 87/100. PS5 exclusive action game Saros gets chunky PS Plus Premium free […] The post PS Plus Premium Adds Free Trial for Hit 2026 PS5 Exclusive Game appeared first on PlayStation LifeStyle.

PlayStation LifeStyle 06.07.2026 10:39 Uhr
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(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: June 2026’s top downloads

It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. In June, Sports games (NBA 2k26 and EA SPORTS FC 26) and DAVE THE DIVER from South Korea studio topped Asia charts while creepy, empty spaces took over the charts as Escape the Backrooms topped the charts in […]

PlayStation Blog 06.07.2026 03:51 Uhr
These 10+ PS5, PS4 Games Will Be Delisted or Disabled in July and August 2026
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These 10+ PS5, PS4 Games Will Be Delisted or Disabled in July and August 2026

Stop servers time.Oh boy, what a time for my bi-monthly article on delisted PS5 and PS4 games to drop.For the record, I’m genuinely not trying to stick the boot in here, as I’ve been tracking these all year. I think it’s important for us all to know when digital games will be delisted or disabled, so we can act before it’s too late.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 05.07.2026 15:00 Uhr
Reaction: Travelling the World Made Me Realise What PlayStation Is About to Lose
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Reaction: Travelling the World Made Me Realise What PlayStation Is About to Lose

Have I made a huge mistake?As the news about Sony’s decision to cease manufacturing physical games in January 2028 has started to sink in, I’ve been thinking about the wider implications of this.Obviously the immediate concern has related to our own personal purchasing habits, the persistence of our libraries, and our overall consumer rights.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 05.07.2026 13:30 Uhr
PS5 Fans Panic Over 'Lost Games' Clause, But There's More to the Story
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PS5 Fans Panic Over 'Lost Games' Clause, But There's More to the Story

Never a dull day.A clause in the European version of PlayStation’s Terms of Service has caused confusion and chaos this weekend, as fans rally against the company’s decision to cease manufacturing physical games in January 2028.As can be the case with social media, though, a lot of the reactions don’t take into account the greater context of the terminology and what it actually means.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 05.07.2026 12:00 Uhr
Hands On: Invincible VS Season 1 Is Here, and This Is Why You Should Check It Out
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Hands On: Invincible VS Season 1 Is Here, and This Is Why You Should Check It Out

Two great new characters to play as.Since Season 1 of Invincible VS went live this week, I've been having a blast going hands-on with the two new characters, The Immortal and Universa, both of which are incredibly unique and have a wide variety of movesets that are sure to keep you on your toes – whether fighting against or with them.Season 1 also introduces changes to the ranked ladder, new customisation options for certain characters, and small quality-of-life changes, which are more than welc

Push Square 05.07.2026 11:30 Uhr
PS5 Bug Removes Playtime Tracker from Physical Games Only
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PS5 Bug Removes Playtime Tracker from Physical Games Only

Likely a glitch that will be fixed.In a week where Sony signalled its intent to kill physical games, it could have done without this bug rearing its ugly head.Multiple people are reporting that the playtime tracker has been removed from their console – but only in the case of disc-based games.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 04.07.2026 17:15 Uhr
This STEINS;GATE Game Has Some of the Best PS5 Graphics I've Seen
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This STEINS;GATE Game Has Some of the Best PS5 Graphics I've Seen

Crispy.I’m obsessed with the visuals in STEINS;GATE: Octet of Shifting Space, coming to the PS5 on an unannounced date.Originally released in Japan on PC in 2011, this game is inspired by old PC visual novels, like Dokyusei and Tokimeki Memorial.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 04.07.2026 16:45 Uhr
Sony Underfire Yet Again for Blocking Marvel Tokon in 132 Countries on PC
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Sony Underfire Yet Again for Blocking Marvel Tokon in 132 Countries on PC

One disaster to another.It has not been a good week for Sony, and things just keep getting worse and worse.Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls fans have been complaining this weekend that the Japanese company has blocked the fighter’s PC release from a whopping 132 countries.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 04.07.2026 16:30 Uhr
Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for July 2026?
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Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for July 2026?

Plus or minus?This has been an incredibly rough week for Sony's reputation, and I seriously doubt that the PS Plus Essential lineup for July is going to reverse the Japanese giant's fortunes.Indeed, going by the comments on our announcement article, plenty of people think this might be one of the weakest months in a long time. But as always, I want you to have your own say.Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Push Square 04.07.2026 16:00 Uhr