Konami unveils 'Rhapsody in Scarlet', a new PS5 action game, while announcing the release window for their RPG 'Rev Noir'.
Konami has made headlines with news on two of its upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, as the publisher catches players’ attention with announcements about both a new action game and an RPG.
‘Rhapsody in Scarlet’ Revealed
PlayStation Lifestyle reports that Konami has announced ‘Rhapsody in Scarlet’, a new action title in development for the PS5. Set in the enchanting and jazz-filled streets of 1920s New York, the game features Ellie Myers, a magus on a mission to confront a world-threatening menace. With no official release date yet, the game emphasizes beast-and-magick combat. This marks another ambitious project from Konami, following a period of relative quiet from the company in terms of new IP releases.
‘Rev Noir’ Release Window Announced
In what seems to be a renewed push for significant RPG experiences, Konami has also provided a release window for the eagerly awaited ‘Rev Noir’. As PlayStation Lifestyle details, the game, developed by ILCA, is set to hit the PS5, along with Xbox Series X|S and PC, in 2027. This title will tackle themes of calamity and personal struggle against a backdrop of ancient astronomical guidance. Announced during a PlayStation State of Play event earlier this year, ‘Rev Noir’ has been eagerly anticipated, and this release window provides clarity for fans curious about Konami’s project timelines.
PS Plus and Store Updates
Beyond game announcements, Sony’s digital offerings continue to evolve. While PushSquare discusses the indefinite availability of unlimited cloud streaming for PS Plus Premium subscribers, there are concerns about how long this benefit might last given shifts in the industry. Meanwhile, PlayStation’s store deals see popular titles experiencing significant discounts. ‘Still Wakes the Deep,’ highlighted by PlayStation Lifestyle, can be nabbed at a 60% discount, a timely offer given its impending departure from the PS Plus Extra catalog.
Market Dynamics
On the sales front, the August PS Store download charts show ‘EA Sports Madden NFL 27’ and ‘MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls’ leading the charts in the US, as reported by PushSquare and backed by PlayStation Blog. With ‘Madden NFL 27’ unsurprisingly securing the top spot in the sports-loving market, ‘MARVEL Tōkon’ shows impressive strength as a relatively new fighting game.
In summary, Konami’s fresh confirmations and insightful glimpses into their upcoming games, coupled with Sony’s ongoing service considerations and market performance, underline a dynamic period for PlayStation enthusiasts eager to look ahead.
