The remastered legacy edition of the 2011 classic is now available on PS5, alongside layoffs at Supermassive Games and a new Ace Combat trailer.
In a surprising move, 2011’s action RPG The Lord of the Rings: War in the North has been remastered and released on the PlayStation 5 as the ‘Legacy Edition’. It’s part of a multi-platform release by Aspyr that also includes PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch ports. This remaster offers optimized performance and modernized controls while retaining the core experience developed by Snowblind Studios. Early buyers can benefit from a 10% discount on the PlayStation Store. The remaster not only caters to nostalgia but also bridges the gap for players who prefer modernized versions of classic games. Reports can be found on both Push Square and PlayStation LifeStyle.
Meanwhile, fans of aerial combat games are gearing up for the release of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, scheduled to launch on October 2, 2026. A new trailer showcasing the game’s commitment to high-detail graphics and intense aerial battles has been released. This iteration continues the series’ tradition under Project Aces, promising players an engaging experience as elite pilots. The trailer hints at expansive sky-based adventures and challenging dogfights. Coverage is available on PlayStation LifeStyle.
On a somber note, Supermassive Games, the studio behind The Dark Pictures series and Until Dawn, has announced layoffs affecting up to 75 employees. The decision comes as part of a strategy to “ensure the sustainability of the company,” during a redundancy consultation process. This is an unfortunate yet increasingly common story in the gaming industry, as companies navigate financial and market pressures. For more details, see Push Square.
Lastly, Mortal Shell 2, a Soulslike game that has been creating buzz, introduces an easy difficulty mode. However, as with anything in the Soulsborne subgenre, there’s a twist, though specifics are yet unclear. Lately, there’s been a trend toward introducing more accessible options in notoriously difficult games, following similar paths as seen with Lies of P. More on this is reported by Push Square.
