Sony is facing a widespread consumer backlash across its YouTube channel following reports that the company is moving away from physical game discs. According to Push Square, users are flooding the comments of both new trailers and decade-old videos to protest the shift toward a digital-only ecosystem. Why are PlayStation users protesting physical media cuts? … Read more
Sony’s European PlayStation Network (PSN) Terms of Service include a clause allowing the company to close inactive accounts after 36 months, according to official documentation. This policy, which has sparked significant social media backlash, requires users to remain active or face the potential loss of their account and associated digital purchases. The provision is currently … Read more
June 2026 marked a historic low point for PlayStation 5 software releases, with Push Square reporting that only one of three reviewed titles achieved a score above 5/10. The month was defined by a scarcity of high-quality releases, contrasting sharply with previous months in the calendar year where competition for the “Game of the Month” … Read more
PlayStation is currently facing a significant decline in consumer sentiment, driven by concerns over its shift toward digital-only distribution and a perceived lack of clear communication from leadership. To regain player trust, industry observers suggest Sony must overhaul its digital storefront, improve its refund policies, and provide a clear roadmap for physical media compatibility in … Read more
Starting August 2026, Microsoft will implement significant price increases across its Xbox console lineup, with the base Xbox Series S rising to $499.99 and the flagship Xbox Series X reaching $799.99. These adjustments reflect broader industry trends, as rising costs for internal storage and memory components continue to pressure hardware profit margins, according to reports … Read more
Sony may stop porting its single-player narrative games to PC to protect its console ecosystem and maximize revenue. According to Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier, PS Studios boss Hermen Hulst told staff these titles are not generating enough profit on PC to justify the effort, prompting a shift back to PlayStation-only exclusivity. Why is Sony reconsidering … Read more
I Am Dead, a puzzle-adventure title developed by Hollow Ponds and Richard Hogg, highlights a growing trend in independent gaming: the shift toward “cozy” games that utilize exploration and environmental storytelling to address themes of mortality and community. By tasking players with investigating the life of a deceased museum curator, the game mirrors a broader … Read more
Resident Evil Requiem and James Bond: First Light currently lead the 2026 PlayStation 5 software market, according to a reader poll conducted by Push Square. The survey, which saw over 5,400 participants, highlights a trend toward established franchises and high-budget narrative experiences dominating the first half of the year’s top-selling and most popular releases. Which … Read more
Retro Gaming Revival: How QUByte’s PS5/PS4 Re-releases Signal a $1.2B Industry Shift QUByte, a Brazilian publisher specializing in niche retro licenses, has announced 13 classic games—including Gaelco’s Gaelco Sports Collection and Biomechanical Toy—will return to PS5 and PS4 in 2026–2027, a move analysts say reflects a $1.2 billion retro gaming market boom. According to Newzoo, … Read more
Velan Studios has officially concluded development on Midnight Murder Club, the multiplayer shooter published by Sony in 2025. According to an announcement from the developer on X, the game has received its final planned update. While the studio is moving on to new projects, the game’s servers will remain active, and the developer intends to … Read more