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PlayStation’s September 2026 State of Play and State of Play Japan double feature is officially in the books, and after spending several hours watching, reacting, and talking about everything that was shown, I can safely say that I had a really good time with this one. Was everything I predicted there? Definitely not. Were there a few announcements I really wish we had gotten? Absolutely. But that’s part of the fun of these showcases. You go into them with a giant list of possibilities, hopes, and wild predictions, and then you get to see what PlayStation actually has waiting behind the curtain. And overall, I thought this was a fun show.

Insomniac Games has released a brand-new update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2, giving players two additional suits inspired by upcoming Marvel projects. Best of all, both suits are available at no additional cost for all players on PlayStation 5 and PC. The first addition is a suit inspired by Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the upcoming Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures film. The design brings a fresh cinematic look to Peter Parker and gives fans an early glimpse of a costume inspired by the next chapter in Spider-Man's big-screen journey. Joining it is a second suit inspired by Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, bringing a bold, stylized aesthetic based on the newly announced fighting game. The unique design stands out from the game's existing lineup and offers players another exciting customization option while exploring New York City. As always, it's great to see Insomniac Games continuing to support Marvel's Spider-Man 2 with free post-launch content. While the update is rela...

Insomniac Games returned to the spotlight during San Diego Comic-Con 2026 with a major new look at Marvel’s Wolverine , unveiling a gripping story trailer alongside new artwork, soundtrack details, crossover content, and additional information about the highly anticipated PlayStation 5 release. As someone who has been eagerly following this project, this new presentation only strengthened my excitement. The trailer feels raw, personal, violent, and emotionally heavy exactly the kind of direction I hoped Insomniac would pursue with Logan.

Sony Interactive Entertainment’s decision to end physical disc production for new PlayStation games starting in January 2028 feels like more than just another business move. It feels like another major step toward a future where media becomes less about ownership and more about controlled access. And honestly, I think that is a terrible direction. I understand that digital games are convenient. I have bought digital games over the years, and many players have done the same. Digital storefronts make it easy to buy, download, and play without leaving home. For some people, that convenience is enough. But convenience should not replace ownership. Physical media has always meant more than just a disc in a case. It represents choice. It represents collecting. It represents used game stores, midnight launches, collector’s editions, lending a game to a friend, trading games, buying older titles years later, and holding something real in your hands. Those things matter. A digital-only future c...

  PlayStation State of Play (February 2026) – My Full Breakdown of Every Reveal Sony’s February 12, 2026,  State of Play was a proper “one more thing” kind of night. It ran a little over an hour and bounced between new reveals, fresh gameplay looks, release date confirmations, and a few “wait, that’s out now?” moments. This blog is my own recap and reaction, built from the official PlayStation Blog roundup, so it’s easy to scan, share, and bookmark. The big mood of the show There were two main flavors here: 1) Legacy energy Old legends coming back, sometimes in surprising forms: God of War (Greek saga remake + a 2D spinoff) , Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 , Legacy of Kain remastered , and Rayman’s 30th Anniversary Edition . 2) “New game smell.” A Bond origin story with IO’s fingerprints, a co-op shinobi project, horror creeping in with Capcom and Silent Hill, and a few “this looks weird, I’m in” curveballs. My personal headline picks If I had to circle...

  CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS 7 — CAMPAIGN REVIEW For more than twenty years, Call of Duty has been a constant in my life. My journey began with Call of Duty 2: Big Red One , and through every sequel, spin, reinvention, and experiment, I’ve stuck around. I’ve watched the series climb to its golden eras, slip into rough patches, claw its way back, and chase new ambitions. No matter the trend or the decade, the campaigns always offered something solid to hold onto clarity, intensity, and purpose. That’s why this review is difficult to write. The campaign for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is, without exaggeration, one of the weakest entries the franchise has ever delivered. And it hurts to say that. I’ve never been the type to enjoy negativity. I respect the work that goes into making anything, especially a project on this scale. I love creativity, I admire the craft, and I know how many hands, hearts, and hours go into games like this. But Black Ops 7 ’s campaign is an uneven, disorganized ...

PlayStation has officially confirmed that a brand-new State of Play is happening Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET / 11 PM CEST (September 25 at 6 AM JST) via their PlayStation blog and official PlayStation channels. The State Of Play will run for more than 35 minutes and feature updates from PlayStation Studios, along with third-party and indie titles from developers around the world. One of the highlights already teased is an extended look at Housemarque’s upcoming game Saros , set to release next year. PlayStation Blog revealed that we’ll see nearly five minutes of gameplay captured directly on PS5. Beyond that, the State Of Play promises plenty of surprises, announcements, and deep dives into highly anticipated projects. My Predictions and Coverage Ahead of the big show, I’ve shared my own predictions and breakdown in this video: ▶️ My Predictions Video I’ll also be co-streaming the event live so we can react together in real time: 📺 Watch My Co-Stream Here ...

Review originally dated: December 28, 2018 Marvel’s Spider-Man was already one of my favorite games of 2018, so the idea of getting three additional story chapters before the year was even over sounded fantastic. Now that The Heist , Turf Wars, and Silver Lining are all available, The City That Never Sleeps feels like a strong extended epilogue to an already incredible game. It isn't another full Marvel’s Spider-Man campaign, nor does it need to be. Instead, the DLC takes characters and storylines established throughout the main game and gives them room to breathe while setting up some potentially very interesting developments for the future. And yes, it gave me another excuse to spend several hours swinging around New York. I'm certainly not complaining. The Heist Of the three chapters, The Heist immediately stood out because of Felicia Hardy. Black Cat's history with Peter gives their interactions a different energy than many relationships in the base game. She'...

Review originally dated: September 14, 2018 There are certain superhero games where, after only a few hours, you know you are playing something special. Marvel’s Spider-Man is one of those games. Insomniac Games has delivered an absolutely incredible interpretation of Spider-Man that understands not only what makes the superhero exciting, but what makes Peter Parker such an incredible character in the first place. And I absolutely love it. Rather than telling us another Spider-Man origin story, Marvel’s Spider-Man introduces us to a Peter Parker who has already been Spider-Man for years. He knows how to fight. He knows how to swing. He has encountered villains before. He has relationships, responsibilities, and history. That decision gives the entire game a confidence that I immediately fell in love with. This Is Peter Parker The greatest strength of Marvel’s Spider-Man is its story. There are massive superhero battles, incredible villains, and enormous action sequences, but Insomni...