Author: Sarah Connor
As the night draws near, the fangs come out and the darkest of deceptions begins. From its tabletop roots, to its transition into visual novels and action role-playing games, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 raises the stakes in the popular series. I got to explore a sinister Seattle in this final version of the first-person adventure sequel, to unearth what has come to light in the World of Darkness for its October 21 launch on PlayStation 5. A living undead world The Emerald City has adopted a distinct shade of white in Bloodlines 2, following a brutal winter snowstorm,…
Category: Games Battle in the Heavens: Ninja Gaiden 4 Makes Gaming History in the Air Tom LeeCreative Director, Team Ninja Published October 20, 2025 SummaryXbox, Koei Tecmo, and Team Ninja joined forces for a record-breaking stunt in honor of Ninja Gaiden 4.We flew two helicopters across Miami, one carrying a 26-foot screen, and another transporting a player, dominating Ninja Gaiden 4 while airborne.The event set a new Guinness World Records title for the largest video game display flown by helicopter.Learn more below – Ninja Gaiden 4 arrives tomorrow, October 21. To celebrate the launch of Ninja Gaiden 4, we took…
Category: ID@XboxOctober 17, 2025 Chickenhare & the Treasure of Spiking-Beard: From Screen to Game Vincenzo Bianca – Game Designer & CEO, N-ZONE SummaryA brand new original adventure in the universe of Chickenhare.Engaging gameply for great times between parents and younger players.A fantastic way to introduce kids to the video game world. A Wholesome Adventure for the Whole Family Chickenhare and his loyal friends, Meg and Abe, are about to set out on their very first video game journey. Originally created by comic book author Chris Grine, this unlikely trio has already starred in two animated feature films – “Chickenhare &…
Email us at PSPodcast@sony.com! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download here Hey, everybody! Kristen and I are back this week to celebrate the launch of Ghost of Yōtei, discuss upcoming releases, and share the latest news. This episode also includes an interview with Erika Ishii, voice of Atsu from Ghost of Yōtei. Stuff We Talked About Next week’s release highlights: Ninja Gaiden 4 | PS5 Jurassic World Evolution 3 | PS5 Painkiller | PS5 Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 | PS5 Dispatch | PS5 Double Dragon Revive | PS5, PS4 The Jackbox Party Pack 11 | PS5, PS4…
Category: ID@XboxOctober 17, 2025 JDM: Japanese Drift Master races to Xbox this November Rafal Basaj, Marketing Manager at Gaming Factory SummaryHomage to street racing and Japanese culture.Extensive car tuning options both visual and mechanical.Launching on Xbox Series X|S November 21. Can’t wait for Forza Horizon 6? Maybe this indie racing game focused on drifting in open world Japan, will sweeten up your patience! What is JDM and Why Should I Care? JDM: Japanese Drift Master is an homage to Japan, Japanese street racing culture and drift. Set in a fictional prefecture of Guntama, the open world of JDM is a…
Last week, we asked you to focus in on the Onryō herself, and share epic portraits of Atsu in Ghost of Yōtei using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: NoviKaiba23 shares Atsu peeking through the holes of her straw hat. domgatica shares Atsu wielding her kusarigama as lightning strikes in the distance. TakaSanGames shares holding her hand out for a bird, surrounded by flowers and butterflies AzureKnight75 shares Atsu stalking forward after unleashing an Onryō howl in black and white. domo_vp shares Atsu wielding her odachi wearing a white demon mask secondcapture shares young Atsu surrounded by…
Category: PC GamingOctober 17, 2025 How to Get Started in the World of Pax Dei, Available Now with PC Game Pass Eric Chauveau, Chief Marketing Officer, Mainframe Industries SummaryPax Dei is out now for Xbox on PC and with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.In this social sandbox MMO, players are free to choose their own goals.Learn how to explore the land, build your home, forge your reputation, and craft your own stories. Pax Dei is a social sandbox MMO inspired by the legends of the medieval era. In this immense, open-world playground, you choose the role you want…
Category: GamesOctober 17, 2025 Keeper: A Note from Its Creator on Launch Day Lee PettyCreative Lead, Double Fine Productions SummaryKeeper, the otherworldly new adventure from Double Fine, arrives today.Launching on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud, and Steam. It’s an Xbox Play Anywhere title, and available day one with Game Pass.Read a note from Creative Lead, Lee Petty, as his beautiful passion project arrives. Hi there, my name is Lee Petty, and I’m a Creative Lead here at Double Fine Productions. I’ve been at Double Fine for almost 20 years! I was the Art Director for Brütal Legend…
Category: Next Week on XboxOctober 17, 2025 Next Week on Xbox: New Games for October 20 to 24 Will Fulton Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in! NINJA GAIDEN 4 Preorder Deluxe Edition Xbox Game Studios ☆☆☆☆☆ 1 ★★★★★ $89.99 Pre-order NINJA GAIDEN 4 Preorder Standard Edition Xbox Game Studios ☆☆☆☆☆ 11 ★★★★★ $69.99 Pre-order…
Category: GamesOctober 17, 2025 Painkiller, Brutally Reimagined: How Anshar Studios Gave the Cult Classic New Life Damian WyspiańskiCreative Director, Anshar Studios SummaryAnshar Studios reimagines Painkiller, blending classic chaotic gameplay with modern co-op.Advanced traversal mechanics and elemental weapons synergize, delivering fast-paced, strategic combat.Gothic horror returns with a brutal new vision, now playable solo or in 3-player co-op. Mark your calendar: Painkiller launches on Xbox Series X|S on October 21. For Anshar Studios the opportunity felt both familiar and thrilling. This was a cult classic with a legacy of speed, brutality, and gothic flair. The project came with a clear set of…