GTA 6's pricy edition is outselling cheaper versions on PS5, showing strong pre-launch momentum.
The anticipation for Grand Theft Auto 6 is at an all-time high, with the $100 Ultimate Edition for PS5 garnering more pre-orders than its cheaper counterparts. According to PushSquare, this surge in premium purchases aligns with CEO Strauss Zelnick’s statement about the “exceptional” pre-order numbers so far (source). The willingness of gamers to spend significantly on this title reflects both the series’ legacy and the anticipation for what many expect to be a groundbreaking entry.
Classic and New Titles on PS Plus
Sony has revealed that Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams, a PS2 action RPG, will be added to the PlayStation Plus Premium classics lineup this August. As noted by PlayStation Lifestyle, this is part of a new staggered release testing phase by Sony, with games being added and removed from the service on a set schedule (source).
Halo Remake Stumbles on PS5
The big-budget remake of Halo: Campaign Evolved for PS5 isn’t hitting the mark in sales as expected, with PushSquare reporting that simple ports of Black Ops titles outperformed it in the official PS Store charts for July (source). This highlights the challenging dynamics even celebrated franchises face when transitioning from Xbox exclusivity to new platforms.
Game Development and Updates
As No Man’s Sky turns 10 years old, Hello Games continues to expand its universe while working on new IPs. PushSquare offers insight into the ongoing development efforts and commitment to free updates by the developers, detailing Sean Murray’s blog post that outlines future plans for the game (source).
In related news, the successor to Black Myth: Wukong, titled Black Myth: Zhong Kui, will forego AI assistance in its production, implying a potentially lengthy development cycle akin to its predecessor. PushSquare suggests this title is likely headed for the next generation of consoles (source).
New Releases and Challenges
The Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls reviews are positive, with PushSquare describing it as the most exhilarating fighting game since Street Fighter 6, thanks to its top-tier production values and innovative gameplay (source).
For trophy hunters, the upcoming Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 maintains the original’s difficulty level for the PS5. PushSquare confirms that the trophy list, including the notoriously tough Big Boss emblem from Metal Gear Solid 4, will keep players challenged (source).
