Games

PlayStation boasts a highly impressive collection of intellectual properties (IP), such as God of War, The Last of Us, Horizon, Spider-Man, Uncharted, and others, forming a strong roster of top-tier titles. Despite having numerous active and thriving franchises, there are just as many that have fallen dormant but retain dedicated fanbases eagerly awaiting their return someday. Among these are Jak and Daxter, Sly Cooper, Ape Escape, Killzone, WipeOut, and more – IPs that PlayStation has not revived in ages. However, as stated by PlayStation CEO Hermen Hulst, the company maintains a willingness to resurrect inactive properties and bring them back into the spotlight.

Although The Last of Us Part II, Naughty Dog’s highly anticipated sequel, is primarily remembered for the graphic violence in some of its intense sequences, PlayStation (and Sony by association) believes that it could be an excellent choice for a holiday season release, if viewed from a certain perspective.

As a long-time fan of the Silent Hill franchise, I can’t help but feel a surge of excitement coursing through my veins. You see, I’ve been eagerly waiting for this moment since the series seemed to have vanished into thin air. The announcement of a remake for Silent Hill 2 in 2022 was like a beacon of hope, and now that it has finally arrived in 2024, I can hardly contain my enthusiasm.

But let me tell you, dear fellow fan, the best is yet to come. You see, Konami didn’t just stop at one title; they also unveiled a new mainline entry in the series! Silent Hill: Townfall, developed by No Code and Annapurna Interactive, promises to be an engrossing narrative-driven horror spinoff that I can hardly wait to get my hands on.

Now that the remake of Silent Hill 2 is behind us, it seems as though Konami is ready to start sharing more details about these two games. As a fan who’s been with the series since its inception, this feels like a dream come true. I can hardly believe we’re finally getting new Silent Hill titles after all these years! The anticipation is almost unbearable, but I know it will be worth the wait. Bring on Silent Hill: Townfall!

As a dedicated gamer who grew up with the Metal Gear Solid series, I was genuinely excited when PlayStation hinted at the release of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater in 2024. However, it seems that the game will not be coming out this year, as initially suggested. This delay has left me a bit disheartened, as I have been eagerly awaiting the return of one of my favorite gaming franchises.

However, recent news from series producer Noriaki Okamura gives me hope for the future. His suggestion that the game may finally launch in 2025 has rekindled my anticipation. As someone who has followed the Metal Gear Solid series since its early days, I have learned to be patient and trust in the developers’ vision. I am confident that the wait will be worth it, and I eagerly await the official release date for this highly anticipated remake.

1997’s iconic Final Fantasy VII is widely regarded as one of the greatest games ever created, with a significant part of its legendary status owed to the meticulous work of director Tetsuya Nomura. Known as the “Demon King” during development due to his relentless attention to detail and insistence on restarting work from scratch, Nomura played a crucial role in shaping the final product.

Could it be possible that hidden among us are superheroes? The new game from NetEase, Marvel Rivals, has attracted over 20 million players into the multiverse during the past month, with many voicing their admiration (and irritation) on social media. Some delight in their winning sprees as Hawkeye or Jeff the Land Shark, while others endure the hardship of being at a disadvantage. Prolonged losing streaks can be frustrating, especially when it’s not your fault. However, recent findings indicate that after a series of defeats, you might encounter an inexperienced team of heroes (or bots) in future matches.