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PS Plus Cancelations Bring Discounts as Sony Phases Out Physical Discs
news3 days ago

PS Plus Cancelations Bring Discounts as Sony Phases Out Physical Discs

After Sony announced it will stop producing physical discs for new PlayStation games from 2028, fans are canceling PS Plus, only to be offered discount incentives to stay subscribed (e.g., 50% off three months or 25% off a year).Experts note this is a common tactic to retain subscribers and not evidence of a backend switch, while many players say they’ll quit unless Sony reverses the move; Sony has offered little public follow-up, suggesting reversal is unlikely.

via Kotaku|
#digital-shift#news#physical-discs
PlayStation Plus' Monthly Games Roll Out in Waves, Stirring Subscriber Frustration
gaming10 days ago

PlayStation Plus' Monthly Games Roll Out in Waves, Stirring Subscriber Frustration

Sony is shifting PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium to a staggered, week-by-week rollout for its monthly games in several territories (including the US, UK, and Japan) instead of delivering all titles simultaneously. The change, resembling Xbox Game Pass-style cadence, has sparked backlash from subscribers who feel the new schedule kills hype and complicates plans, with discussions across forums like r/PlayStationPlus and posts criticizing the move as anti-consumer.

via Eurogamer.net|
#gaming#monthly-games#playstation-plus
Sony's PS Plus rollout splits titles over weeks, drawing backlash
gaming17 days ago

Sony's PS Plus rollout splits titles over weeks, drawing backlash

Sony is testing a staggered weekly rollout for PS Plus Extra and Premium in the US, UK, and Japan, spreading June’s lineup over several weeks instead of releasing all titles at once. Other regions remain on the previous schedule. The change has caused confusion and backlash among subscribers who preferred the old all-at-once approach, with Sony providing only a vague note about exploring new delivery methods and no detailed rationale.

via Push Square|
#engagement#gaming#playstation
Halo: Campaign Evolved’s Local Co-Op Demands Two Accounts, PS Plus Confusion Reversed
gaming20 days ago

Halo: Campaign Evolved’s Local Co-Op Demands Two Accounts, PS Plus Confusion Reversed

Halo: Campaign Evolved’s co-op requirements have sparked confusion: on Xbox Series X|S, offline split-screen requires two distinct Microsoft accounts (online co-op needs Xbox Game Pass); early reports suggested PS5 local co-op also required PS Plus, a claim Halo Studios later corrected, clarifying PS Plus isn’t needed for local PS5 co-op and that accounts simply need PlayStation Network validation. The Steam PC version likewise requires an Xbox account for any co-op. The piece references Halo Waypoint FAQ, notes new co-op balance features like Difficulty Modifiers, and mentions there won’t be a demo ahead of the late July launch.

via Pure Xbox|
#gaming#halo-campaign-evolved#local-co-op
Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 Clarifies Split-Screen Co-Op: No PS Plus Required
news20 days ago

Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 Clarifies Split-Screen Co-Op: No PS Plus Required

Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 sparked confusion after Halo Waypoint suggested both players would need PlayStation Plus and linked Microsoft accounts for split-screen co-op; Halo Studios later corrected the error, stating that PS5 local co-op only requires each player to have a PlayStation account, with no PlayStation Plus subscription needed (online co-op rules remain unchanged).

via Kotaku|
#halo#halo-combat-evolved#news
Halo's PS5 Local Co-Op Sparks Backlash Over Dual PS Plus Rule
technology21 days ago

Halo's PS5 Local Co-Op Sparks Backlash Over Dual PS Plus Rule

Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 requires both players to have PlayStation Plus subscriptions and a linked Microsoft account for local split-screen co-op, a gating that has drawn heavy criticism as offline co-op is expected to be subscription-free; the reason for the rule is unclear, and fans are voicing their disapproval ahead of the July 28, 2026 launch.

via Push Square|
#halo#halo-campaign-evolved#local-co-op
FF16 and Gitaroo Man Arrive on PS Plus, with Regional June Rollout
gaming25 days ago

FF16 and Gitaroo Man Arrive on PS Plus, with Regional June Rollout

Final Fantasy 16 (PS5) and Gitaroo Man (PS2) are now downloadable for PS Plus Extra and Premium in the US/UK/Japan, with the rest of June’s lineup scheduled for June 23 (Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Life is Strange: Double Exposure) and June 30 (Farming Simulator 25, Blades of Fire, Black Desert); regions outside the US/UK/Japan follow the normal timetable.

via Push Square|
#final-fantasy-16#gaming#gitaroo-man
Sony Tests Regional Stagger for PS Plus Games
gaming1 month ago

Sony Tests Regional Stagger for PS Plus Games

Sony is trialing a regional stagger for PS Plus Extra releases in the US, UK, and Japan, spreading some June titles across dates (Sonic X Shadow Generations early in US/UK and Japan, Final Fantasy XVI and Gitaroo Man on June 16 globally, with later titles like Farming Simulator 25, Blades of Fire, and Black Desert on June 30). Sony hasn’t explained the reasoning, but the aim appears to be higher ongoing engagement, though fans question fairness and how to navigate the new schedule.

via Push Square|
#game-catalogue#gaming#playstation
Destiny 2 Legacy Collection Lands on PS Plus Extra as Destiny’s Era Winds Down
gaming1 month ago

Destiny 2 Legacy Collection Lands on PS Plus Extra as Destiny’s Era Winds Down

Sony has added Destiny 2: Legacy Collection (2025) to PS Plus Extra, delivering the base game plus most expansions and major content (The Final Shape, Lightfall, The Witch Queen, Beyond Light, Shadowkeep, Forsaken) and several dungeons; Edge of Fate and Renegades are not included. This bonus title sits outside the regular monthly lineup, and could require roughly 200GB of storage. The update coincides with Destiny 2’s sunset of content and the community discussion around its end.

via Push Square|
#destiny-2#gaming#gaming-news
RuneScape Lands on PS5 as Dragonwilds Arrives via PS Plus Extra
gaming1 month ago

RuneScape Lands on PS5 as Dragonwilds Arrives via PS Plus Extra

RuneScape: Dragonwilds launches on PS5 on September 15 as a day-one PS Plus Extra title, marking the series’ first standalone console entry. The open-world, co-op crafting-survival game lets solo players or teams of up to four explore Ashenfall, learn spells, craft gear, battle dragons, and pursue the Dragon Queen, with PC Early Access having led to a positive reception as the v1.0 release arrives on console.

via Push Square|
#dragonwilds#gaming#open-world
PS Plus Extends EA Sports FC 26 Access Into June, Tied to World Cup Buzz
gaming1 month ago

PS Plus Extends EA Sports FC 26 Access Into June, Tied to World Cup Buzz

Sony extends the PS Plus Essential claim window for EA Sports FC 26 by two weeks, moving it into June 16, 2026, while May’s games Wuchang: Fallen Feathers and Nine Sols rotate out on June 2. PS Plus Essential owners keep redeemed games, and the extension includes starter Ultimate Team packs (Gold Starting XI Pack + 3 Iconic Players Picks). The move aligns with World Cup timing and Days of Play promotions, offering a boost for new subscribers.

via Push Square|
#days-of-play#ea-sports-fc-26#gaming
technology1 month ago

Days of Play 2026 Bypasses PS5 Console Discounts, Focuses on Games and Peripherals

Sony's Days of Play 2026 runs May 27–June 10 with no PS5 console discounts this year, keeping base PS5 Digital Edition at $600 and higher-priced disc versions, as hardware prices rise. Discounts cover PSVR2 ($100 off), DualSense controllers (up to $20 off), Pulse Explore earbuds ($50 off), Pulse Elite headset ($40 off), and select games (Ghost of Yotei, Helldivers 2, Death Stranding 2, The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered), plus PS Plus promos including up to 33% off a 12‑month subscription in participating countries. Additional promos include exclusive DLC for Marathon, World of Tanks, and EA Sports FC 26; Days of Play runs May 27–June 10.

via GameSpot|
#days-of-play#playstation#ps-plus