Vindictus: Defying Fate comes to PS5 next year

Vindictus: Defying Fate comes to PS5 next year https://ift.tt/z7DnOZ3

Hello, PlayStation players. I’m Dongseok Oh, lead director of the high-octane action-RPG Vindictus: Defying Fate.

Our team is building a medieval fantasy adventure where heroes must stand against colossal foes in a world inspired by Celtic mythology and, today, we’re officially revealing that Vindictus: Defying Fate is coming to PS5.

I’m honored to have this opportunity to introduce the core gameplay and world to the PlayStation community.

Fight beautifully

Visceral, engaging combat is key to the Vindictus: Defying Fate experience. So much so, that weapons are the first step when we conceptualize our heroes. We carefully consider a wide range of weapons, from familiar ones players expect to see to more unconventional options that offer unique and exciting combat possibilities, and choose one as the foundation.

Our teams behind narrative, combat actions, and appearance are given freedom to explore their own designs and express their creativity before the overall direction is established, crafting a hero with a distinct combat style. Who you choose to play will yield an entirely different experience. You can devote yourself to the one hero who captures your heart, or develop several heroes and choose the right one as the situation demands.

Lann: Relies on dodging rather than guarding. Chain dodges to avoid attacks, then close in for a strike immediately after landing a hit.

Fiona: Uses her shield to block and counterattack, balancing offense and defense. Deflect an enemy attack with precise timing to continue your own attack without interruption.

If you hope to withstand combat in this harsh world, you will need intense focus and precise control. Survival means learning how your enemies move.

Depending on your chosen hero’s abilities, you can parry a crushing blow, block a brutal barrage of attacks, or dodge at just the right moment. The key is to create an opening and strike back with a heavy counterattack.

Delia: Builds up power to unleash a devastating blow. She can also evade attacks by piercing through an enemy as she strikes.

Karok: Absorbs the impact of incoming attacks to stand his ground. Time your response to a powerful enemy attack to enter a contest of strength.

You also craft your own weapons, customizing your outfits and appearance to make your hero uniquely yours.

Prophecy and the mercenaries

“The gates of paradise shall open when one race eradicates the other.”

Ruled by this fateful prophecy, the Humans and Fomors of Taranúil have long soaked the land in each other’s blood.

You must face your fate as a new recruit of the Kalbram Mercenaries, working under the Rocheste Order. As you set out on your journey, you’ll uncover a shadowy plot hiding beneath old conflicts.

As you explore the world of Vindictus, you’ll encounter breathtaking lands still touched by the breath of ancient gods, and thriving centers of human culture that have blossomed even amid war.

Every step across this uncharted continent reveals a new landscape, yet the same reality awaits: war against the Fomors. From Fomors hostile to humankind to ferocious beasts, all manner of enemies lie in wait.

Colhen: A small farming village on the front line, where human and Fomor territories meet.

Northern Ruins: Ancient ruins that once stood in neutral territory between humans and Fomors.

Hoarfrost Hollow: A valley of snow-covered forests, ice mines, and glacial waterfalls.

Ainle: A city destroyed overnight by a mysterious incident.

Facing threats together

This journey is, at its core, one you walk alone. We are also preparing multiplayer content that will let you face overwhelming threats alongside other players.

Defy your fate

The prophecy has already been spoken. Yet only a hero’s single step forward can rise above that fate.

Now, it’s your turn to defy it.

The PlayStation Store page for Vindictus: Defying Fate is now live and you can add the game to your wishlist.

The Outer Worlds 2’s first DLC arrives December 2

The Outer Worlds 2’s first DLC arrives December 2 https://ift.tt/mGn3uj9

The time has come to expand on the experience for The Outer Worlds 2 with the first of a two-part story expansion, Side Effects Guaranteed, arriving on December 2. After a distress signal from a derelict ship is picked up, you and your crew quickly get embroiled into the story of an abandoned settlement, a power struggle for the future of the Sub Rosa criminal organization, and the fate of a team who has been subjected to something that will cause them all to die from explosive cell death. Really, it’s more a liquefaction than explosion, but it means death nonetheless.

A brand new story filled with moral quandaries and consequences big and small isn’t the only thing you’ll experience in the first DLC. An Earth Directorate Commander should always be sure to have a weapon at their side, and there are five new weapons to add to the arsenal. Such as the Immobilizer. Think of it like a gun that makes gravity forget to exist around its target, allowing them to float in the air, so you can switch to another weapon and pick them off as you like. Great for combining with grenades for anti-gravity explosions or the Tactical Time Dilation device for slowing down time and getting some critical shots in.

There is also the 1/6 Resolver that allows every sixth bullet that is fired from it to pack an extra special punch. For those who built their characters just right, they won’t have to empty the gun every time to get that critical hit, either. Other weapons include a weapon that does additional damage to creatures, a special Tossball Stick, and a new plasma weapon for some energy fun.

Yet it isn’t all about the weapons. Side Effects Guaranteed will also bring with it a level cap increase up to 36, new perks, new flaws, and a new Sub Rosa radio station with 20 new songs. There is also the all-new region of Elysium Valley to explore with unique quests and new facilities to make your way through. That’s a lot of new!

While the events of the DLC do trigger right before the point of no return in the main game, there is also a way to jump easily into the action. From the main menu if you start a new game, you will see an option to start Side Effects Guaranteed directly. This will load a pre-made character at level 27 that you can assign skill points and perks to so you can experience the DLC however you’d like and get started right away.

Not happy with the character you made (or the one you already have)? Coming to everyone at the same time as the release of Side Effects Guaranteed is a new update that will allow players to respec their character at any time. And for those who want more skills to play around with, a new addition to the custom game options allows you to adjust how many skill points you get per level. Find the balance that is right for you. Or become an Earth Director demi-god. Your worlds, your way.

But remember, however you decide to deal with Sub Rosa or the subjects of Elysium Valley will have consequences. Side effects, some might say, that will lead directly into the next installment of The Outer Worlds 2 two-part story expansion when it releases in the spring of 2027. Until then, may skill catch you where fortune fails. Side Effects Guaranteed releases on December 2nd or is available in the Premium Edition or Premium Edition Upgrade for The Outer Worlds 2.

PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for November: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Atomfall, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake and more

PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for November: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Atomfall, Dragon Quest III HD-2D  Remake and more https://ift.tt/5NdupqF

This month, embark on an inspiring mission of human connection in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, assemble a one-of-a-kind crew as you explore the open sea in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, navigate the cult-controlled ruins, natural caves, and nuclear bunkers of a green and unpleasant British countryside in Atomfall, or explore a vast world map with an abundance of captivating locations in Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake. All these titles and more are available in November’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup*. Meanwhile, Soul Reaver 2 and Freedom Wars Remastered land into PlayStation Plus Premium. The full lineup will be available to play from November 17, unless otherwise noted.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium | Game Catalog 

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach | PS5

Embark on an inspiring mission of human connection beyond the UCA. Join Sam for the next chapter of his journey as he attempts to connect Australia to the Chiral Network. Navigate a living environment through day and night cycles, natural disasters including earthquakes, sandstorms and forest fires, and Timefall – a rain that instantly ages everything it touches. To traverse this dangerous landscape, you’ll need to build new types of infrastructure, master specialised equipment, and confront (or evade) the otherworldly creatures that roam the fractured world.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii | PS5, PS4

A new legend begins as you step into the steel toe boots of Goro Majima, a man who has lost his memory and reinvents himself as a pirate on the open sea. Embark on an over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure with an ex-yakuza, now pirate captain and his crew as they engage in exhilarating combat on land and sea in the hunt for lost memories and a legendary treasure.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will be available November 24 in the US, the UK and Japan.

Atomfall | PS5, PS4

A survival-action game inspired by real-life events, Atomfall is set five years after the Windscale nuclear disaster in Northern England. Explore the fictional quarantine zone, scavenge, craft, barter, fight and talk your way through a British countryside setting filled with bizarre characters, mysticism, cults, and rogue government agencies. From Rebellion, the studio behind Sniper Elite and Zombie Army, Atomfall will challenge you to solve the dark mystery of what really happened.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake | PS5

A stunning reimagining of the beloved RPG masterpiece and narrative beginning to The Erdrick Trilogy. Years ago, the great hero Ortega bid farewell to his wife and child as he set off on a quest to defeat the villainous Archfiend, Baramos. Ortega failed his quest, and Baramos still threatens the world. Now, on their 16th birthday, Ortega’s only child is summoned by the king of Aliahan and entrusted with a mission of the highest import: to take on Ortega’s quest, vanquish Baramos and save the world.

Trepang2 | PS5

In Trepang2, you play as an escaped soldier who has no memories of their past life, but is infused with supernatural abilities. Revenge is on your mind, and you’ll stop at nothing to get what you want. Deliver devastating punches, sneak around in the shadows, wield explosive weapons, and give the bad guys a taste of their own medicine. Fight back, find the truth and face a threat even deadlier than yourself.

Trepang2 will be available November 24 in the US and the UK.

MotoGP 26 | PS5

Experience the full intensity of the 2026 MotoGP Championship with all the official riders, teams, bikes and tracks in a more authentic way: for the first time, the real-world results dynamically update Riders Ratings, directly influencing in-game performance throughout the season. Step into the spotlight and track your journey with dazzling Collectible Cards celebrating your progress.

MotoGP 26 will be available November 24 in the US and the UK.

Hell Let Loose | PS5

Join the ever-expanding experience of Hell Let Loose – a hardcore World War Two first person shooter with epic battles of 100 players with infantry, tanks, artillery, a dynamically shifting front line and a unique resource based RTS-inspired meta-game. Take to the battlefield in 50 vs 50 multiplayer across huge maps. Choose one of 14 playable roles within infantry, recon and armour unit types, each equipped with different weapons, vehicles and equipment. Play as an Officer, Scout, Machine Gunner, Medic, Engineer, Tank Commander and more to experience every aspect of World War II combat.

Hell Let Loose will be available tomorrow, November 11 in the US, the UK and November 12 in Japan.

Cricket 26 – The Official Game of the Ashes | PS5, PS4

Featuring the all-new Management Career, a bigger and better Pro Team, in-depth Ashes mode, and expanded control on and off the field from enhanced gameplay and in-depth strategies – Cricket 26 is The Ultimate Showdown.

Cricket 26 – The Official Game of the Ashes will be available November 24 in the US and the UK.

PlayStation Plus Premium

Soul Reaver 2 | PS5, PS4

In this sequel to the critically acclaimed Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, reassume the role of Raziel, and battle back through the currents of time into pivotal, dangerous eras of Nosgoth’s past in your relentless pursuit of Kain. Encounter new enemies as you unearth the mysteries of Nosgoth’s ancient races, and expose the schemes that lie behind the corruption of the Pillars.

Freedom Wars Remastered | PS5, PS4

In a distant future where all resources on earth have been depleted, being alive is a sin by itself. Born into a one-million-year prison sentence, you must survive deadly missions to earn any hope of freedom. Die in prison or live on the battlefield. The choice is yours. Use your most trusted weapon, your Thorn, to dominate the battlefield. Stand alongside your allies and your warden cyborg Accessory to face off against powerful enemies.

*PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and PlayStation Plus Premium/Deluxe lineups may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day. Digital PS5 games available to stream from your library will vary over time, region, and country.

An update to the PlayStation Plus app on PC

We wanted to let you know that from December 10, we will be retiring the PlayStation Plus app on PC.

PlayStation believes in providing high-quality experiences to our players, and we regularly review offerings to ensure we are focusing on experiences our members value most. With a very small number of eligible PlayStation Plus Premium members (less than 0.4%) using the PlayStation Plus app on PC, making this change allows us to focus on enhancing high-quality experiences that more of our members want to use. As a result, the PlayStation Plus cloud streaming app on PC will no longer be available.

This change does not affect PlayStation Plus memberships or benefits available on PS5 and PS4 consoles. We appreciate everyone who used the app on PC and will be notifying affected users directly.

Pre-load Grand Theft Auto VI on PS5 starting today

Pre-load Grand Theft Auto VI on PS5 starting today https://ift.tt/mGn3uj9

Grand Theft Auto VI is now the most pre-ordered game in the history of PlayStation Store. Given this unprecedented demand, we’ve joined with Rockstar Games to allow players to start pre-loading the game nine days early, so they’re ready to play on launch day. We’ve also adopted a rolling midnight launch by country, beginning at 12:00AM NZDT in New Zealand and running across the globe as respective countries hit midnight on November 19.

Pre-load begins today

Pre-loading is now available at PlayStation Store. Given the anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI, we strongly advise that everyone who is hoping to play on launch day to pre-load the game as soon as possible. Players who purchased the code-in-box version can also activate their code as soon as they get it to begin pre-loading. If you still haven’t pre-ordered the game, now’s the time to do so to make sure you’re ready for November 19.

PS5 and PS5 Pro Features

Rockstar Games has developed Grand Theft Auto VI from the ground up to harness the power of the PlayStation 5 to create a stunning experience, with action-packed gameplay that brings the vast and rich world of Leonida to life. There’s plenty to look forward to when playing on PS5.

Grand Theft Auto VI for PS5 includes integrated speakers, haptic feedback and adaptive triggers that are fully integrated across the game through DualSense wireless controllers, and adjustable via accessibility settings. All in-game sounds take full advantage of Tempest 3D Audio for highly accurate audio positioning, while load times are improved with PS5’s ultra high-speed SSD, making Grand Theft Auto VI play best on PlayStation 5 consoles. Watch the PlayStation 5 Features video to see more: 

Enhancements are also found on PlayStation 5 Pro, which offers breathtaking visuals, improved clarity through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) and ray-traced shadows.

Pre-order and pre-load GTAVI now at PlayStation Store.

Marathon Symbiosis update launches December 8, adding new PvE and PvP modes, weapons, and more

Marathon Symbiosis update launches December 8, adding new PvE and PvP modes, weapons, and more https://ift.tt/BoqZx9i

Marathon‘s Symbiosis update arrives December 8, bringing new PvE and PvP modes, weapons, a Runner shell, and expanded areas to explore on Tau Ceti IV. Today we’ve got first details on the updated Perimeter zone, Expedition mode, and more. 

What’s new in Marathon: Symbiosis 

Updated Perimeter zone: Fungal growth and alien life have transformed Perimeter, introducing new playable spaces including the underground Burrows and submerged Reservoir. Runners will also encounter the Tick Queen, who lurks deep beneath the surface. 

Expedition: Phase 1 of a new PvE-only mode built around a three-run series. Play solo or with a crew, face new combat and environmental challenges without PvP threats, and use Flash Boosts to shape your build during a run.  

Deathmatch (Beta): An experimental PvP mode featuring bite-sized 3v3 Team Deathmatch matches. Two crews compete for points without risking their permanent loadouts. 

Limbo: A new social space where Runners can connect, test weapons and gear in firing ranges, and challenge each other in a dueling pit. 

Bishop Runner shell: A new Runner shell built around the fantasy of a fast, surgical blade-wielding robot. 

New weapons: The V17 Flamethrower brings short-range area denial, while the Maverick introduces a new revolver archetype with a hand-cannon feel. 

Open Play Week begins December 8 

Players can experience Marathon during Open Play Week, running December 8 – 15, alongside the launch of Symbiosis. 

Marathon is available now on PS5, with full cross-play and cross-save support.** The Symbiosis update launches December 8 for all players. 

* Gameplay requires internet access and paid-for subscription on console (sold separately). 

**Cross-save requires an internet connection, and for each system you play on: 1) a copy of the Marathon game compatible with your system (other versions sold separately); and 2) system network account linked to your Bungie.net account.

Hozy brings calm, tactile home restoration to PS5 on November 9

Hozy brings calm, tactile home restoration to PS5 on November 9 https://ift.tt/pGtXg1a

Imagine actually enjoying cleaning your house or ripping out old tiles. Unhinged, isn’t it?

You put on your favourite music and open the windows to let the fresh air in. The dust disappears, the floor begins to shine with every sweep of the mop, and the rooms start to transform into cozy, welcoming spaces. There’s something incredibly satisfying about seeing it all come together, one step at a time.

That’s exactly what we wanted to capture in Hozy – a cozy, tactile and stress-free home restoration game that is coming to PlayStation 5 on November 9.

Welcome to Littleville

Hozy is a game where you can completely unwind. There are no timers, no scores and no pressure.

Each level in Hozy features a space with its own atmosphere and story. Your first job is to tidy it up and renovate it. Then furnish it using the sets of furniture and décor provided. Don’t worry about being overwhelmed with an endless catalogue – each level features a carefully curated set of items you’ll need so that the end result always looks worthy of the interior design magazine.

Comfort in every detail

To help you tackle the tasks of refurbishing the rooms with ease, you’ll have access to an array of tools: from a simple mop to a crowbar. We all know what it’s like to mop the floors… But in Hozy, even this is a real pleasure. We’ve done our best to ensure that using each tool brings nothing but joy.

You can also interact with the surroundings and a whole host of furniture. Open the window to let the breeze play with the dust particles. Light a lamp by the sofa to create a cosy reading nook. Play a tune on the piano or find secret messages in one of the drawers – experiment with different objects to discover what other interesting effects await you.

Every surface, every object and instrument has its own unique sound. And the music changes dynamically as you progress through the level – we recommend playing with headphones or a home cinema system to fully appreciate the sounds of the world around you.

Immersive cozy gameplay

This is something we’re particularly proud of. When we first started developing Hozy, our main aim was to make using the instruments as enjoyable and responsive as possible. And the DualSense wireless controller is simply perfect for complementing and enhancing that experience.

Thanks to haptic feedback, interacting with objects and surfaces becomes even more realistic, as every action you take is accompanied by a unique set of vibrations. For example, when a mop glides smoothly across the floor or when you’re arranging furniture. Combined with the adaptive triggers, you’ll naturally feel the resistance of the floorboards as they finally give way to the crowbar.

The DualSense’s built-in speaker helps you immerse yourself even further in the game’s atmosphere, subtly emitting additional sounds from the instruments you are currently using.

More ways to play

Once you’ve completed the Hozy storyline, comprising nine unique levels, your journey into the world of cosiness isn’t over yet. Come back to the houses you’ve already restored to discover… new versions of the previous rooms. The ‘Game+’ mode will help you look at these rooms in a new light (literally) – now you can switch between day and night, as well as furnish rooms with different sets of furniture. Some of them will change beyond recognition.

If you fancy creating something truly yours, Hozy has just the thing for you – a Sandbox mode with every item available in the game. Mix and match, duplicate, and customize your rooms however you wish. Who are we to tell you which wallpaper, background colour, window shape, support beams or light switches to choose?

But there’s more: we also have plans for seasonal events and various DLCs, both free and paid.

Make it Hozy

Of course, we haven’t forgotten about the various accessibility features, so that as many renovators as possible can enjoy Hozy. The game is available in 11 different languages and includes a range of visual and control settings. Adjust the movement speed of your tools, invert the camera, change colour display settings and much more.

If you want to make playing Hozy even more comfortable – settle into your favourite armchair, pour yourself a cup of hot chocolate and launch the game on PlayStation Portal.

We’re looking forward to November 9, when you’ll be able to enjoy Hozy at your own pace.

Share of the Week: Shadows

Share of the Week: Shadows https://ift.tt/j3Dtp8c

Last week, we asked you to share moments spent in the shadows from your favorite games using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured. Here are this week’s highlights:

John_Varela_R shared Ada peering out from the shadows in Resident Evil 4’s DLC

kerplaaaah shared James Bond peering around a shadowy corner in 007 First Light

XFenderXTX shared shadow butterflies from Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake

call_me_xavii shared Du’Met standing in a shadowy doorway in The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil In Me

FlamingHobo666 shares Jin’s silhouette in Ghost of Tsushima

artenpixels_ shares Alan walking through a shadowy subway platform in Alan Wake II

Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme, or be inspired by other great games featuring Photo Mode. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?

THEME: Light
SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on November 11, 2026

Next week, share characters stepping into the light from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.