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Shenmue 3 Revival Postponed, as PS5 Re-Release Is Delayed to Early 2027

  • *Shenmue 3 Enhanced* moves to early 2027.
  • ININ says development is progressing.
  • The re-release adds camera and stamina options.

The planned PS5 re-release of *Shenmue 3 Enhanced* has been delayed from 2026 to early 2027. Publisher ININ says development is progressing and the team is finalising details; the extra time is intended to get the release ready. The re-release is set to bring the game to several…

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‘Save Mass Effect’ petition hits over 180,000 signatures within days of BioWare’s closure

  • The petition has passed 180,000 signatures.
  • Fans launched it after BioWare’s closure.
  • The franchise’s future remains uncertain.

A petition calling for the Mass Effect series to be saved has attracted more than 180,000 signatures within days of BioWare’s closure. The campaign reflects fans’ concern about the future of the science-fiction franchise following the studio’s shutdown. The petition asks for Mass Effect to continue, though the…

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Call of Duty movie will explore the “cost of war”, says director

  • Peter Berg says the film will explore war’s human cost.
  • The story draws on characters from Modern Warfare.
  • It is due in cinemas on 30 June 2028.

Director Peter Berg says the Call of Duty film will examine the human cost of war and the burden carried by people who put themselves in danger to protect others. He described its characters as complicated people with emotional depth, suggesting the film aims to give the military…

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DJ Pikachu: Pokémon Goes EDM With Lasers, Battles and Marshmello in 30th Anniversary Concert at Intuit Dome

  • Pokémon celebrated its 30th anniversary with an EDM concert in Los Angeles.
  • Marshmello and Alison Wonderland performed alongside Pokémon-themed visuals.
  • A second show is scheduled at London’s O2 Arena on 10 November.

Pokémon marked its 30th anniversary with Pokémon Night Out, an electronic dance music concert at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome featuring Marshmello and Alison Wonderland. The event brought the franchise’s characters and music together with the lasers, pyrotechnics and visuals of an EDM show, reflecting what organisers see as…

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‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ Fans Need to Watch Disney’s Overlooked Apocalyptic Fantasy Adventure

  • *Raya* and *Seven Havens* share a ruined-world adventure premise.
  • Raya must reunite five gem pieces to stop the Druun.
  • The story centres on trust and cooperation across divided communities.

The article recommends Disney’s *Raya and the Last Dragon* to fans of the upcoming *Avatar: Seven Havens*, pointing to the shows’ similar images of young heroes travelling through ruined worlds. It argues that *Raya* is relevant because its story explores how a divided society might recover after catastrophe.…

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This Switch 2 sequel accessory was a few millimeters away from being good

  • The right stick crowds the face buttons.
  • A clever mount feels less secure than the original.
  • Adjustable sticks and extra buttons are welcome features.

Crkd’s Nitro Deck 2 is a Switch accessory that replaces the Joy-Con and works with both the original Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. A hands-on review finds that, despite improved sticks and extra features, its button layout and mounting design make it less appealing than the original. The…

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PS5’s War Against Jailbreaks Triggers Fresh Wave of Criticism

  • Some PS5 games require updated firmware to play.
  • Sony is responding to jailbreak attempts with more frequent updates.
  • The debate follows wider criticism, including plans to stop making discs in 2028.

Sony’s efforts to block PS5 jailbreaks have drawn criticism because some newer physical games require players to update the console’s firmware before they can play. The debate comes amid wider online discontent with Sony, including its plan to stop manufacturing discs in 2028, with some players viewing the…

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All Final Fantasy Resonance party members and how to unlock them

  • Eight main party members join automatically through the story.
  • None of the companions are missable.
  • Manual sub quests can unlock extra bonuses and accessories.

Final Fantasy Resonance has eight main party members: Rain, Lasswell, Fia, Nichol, Lid, Jake, Sakura and Archwitch Fina. All join automatically as the main story progresses, so players do not need to worry about missing any companions. Characters share experience and can swap equipment and Visions, while some…

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Here’s how much PlayStation Plus cost in 2010 vs. 2026

  • PlayStation Plus annual entry pricing rose from $50 to $80.
  • Sony introduced three subscription tiers in 2022.
  • Premium now costs $160 a year and includes retro game streaming.

PlayStation Plus has grown from a single-tier service offering monthly games and other perks into a three-tier subscription with online multiplayer, a catalogue of games and retro streaming. Its annual entry price has risen from $50 in 2010 to $80 in 2026, while subscriptions have become necessary for…

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Cancelled Mass Effect Universe game would have linked choices across timelines

  • Universe was built around player-created parallel timelines.
  • Save files would carry choices from earlier Mass Effect games.
  • Toutain doubts EA will revive the cancelled project.

Former BioWare technical director Romain Toutain has described the cancelled Mass Effect game Universe, which was designed around a system of branching timelines. The concept aimed to give players broad control over the story, making their choices matter across different versions of the game. Each save file would…

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