Revealing Scuf Omega, a performance controller officially licensed for PlayStation 5 consoles

Revealing Scuf Omega, a performance controller officially licensed for PlayStation 5 consoles

Revealing Scuf Omega, a performance controller officially licensed for PlayStation 5 consoles https://ift.tt/IAmU93W

Building on 15 years of pro player insights and controller designs, meet Scuf Omega, a new performance controller that is officially licensed for PlayStation 5 consoles and compatible with PS5 consoles, PC, Mac, iOS, and Android. Starting today, players will be able to get their hands on a new controller experience that is engineered for seamless integration, low-latency connectivity, and the advanced customization Scuf is known for. 

11 more ways to win 

Scuf Omega gives players a total of 28 inputs. This includes 11 additional customizable inputs – 4 rear paddles, 2 side buttons, and 5 G-Keys – that put the most critical actions exactly where hands already are. By customizing these inputs, players can jump without lifting a thumb, reload while still aiming, or slide mid-sprint.  

Remap any input directly on the controller or go deeper with the Scuf Mobile App to build multiple profiles, fine-tune layouts between matches, and dial in a completely different setup per game. 

The Scuf Mobile App: Create the perfect setup 

Available on iOS and Android, the Scuf Mobile App provides complete command over how Omega performs. 

  • Build and manage multiple profiles for different games or playstyles 
  • Save setting directly to the controller 
  • Dial in sensitivity with true 0% deadzones 
  • Fine-tune trigger and thumbstick response curves 
  • Choose your thumbstick response zone: Circle, Square, or the default Squircle 
  • Configure SOCD settings for fighting games 
  • Manage microphone, volume, and audio controls 
  • Recalibrate thumbsticks to maintain peak accuracy 
  • Monitor battery level and charging status 
  • Set up mobile gaming connectivity 
  • Stay current with the latest firmware updates 
  • Personalize your RGB lighting strip (PC only) 

Inputs that fire when you do 

Scuf Omega features Omron mechanical switches across its Instant Triggers, D-Pad, and Action Buttons, which is the same technology powering high-end gaming mice. Every press satisfies with crisp, mouse-click precision. Adjustable Instant Triggers let you toggle between lightning-fast click mode for FPS accuracy or full analog range for throttle and feathering control.  

Endurance Thumbsticks 

Scuf Omega’s Endurance TMR Thumbsticks use non-contact magnetic sensing technology for long-term reliability. Players can choose from concave or domed shapes in short or tall heights to match their grip and playstyle. Recalibrate at any time through the Scuf Mobile App. 

Built for the long game 

Omega’s ergonomics are 15 years in the making, refined through real-world competition and direct feedback from the pros who play at the highest level. Every contour puts the paddles where fingers naturally fall. A non-slip grip texture keeps players locked in through gaming sessions and final-circle moments alike. Vibration modules have been removed to reduce weight and eliminate interference during the micro-adjustments that matter most.  

15 years in the making 

Omega represents the culmination of over a decade of innovation and proven performance at the highest level. 15 years of pro insights and refinement applied to the most demanding games of this generation. 

Scuf Omega launches worldwide starting today 

Scuf Omega launches starting on May 12, 2026 for a recommended retail price of  $219.99USD/€239.99EUR/£209.99GBP/37,980.00JPY (pricing and availability may vary by region). To learn more about the Scuf Omega controller, visit Scuf Gaming’s website.

(For Southeast Asia) Genshin Impact Version “Luna VII” Introduces Nicole Reeyn, the First Playable Hexenzirkel Member, on May 20!

(For Southeast Asia) Genshin Impact Version “Luna VII” Introduces Nicole Reeyn, the First Playable Hexenzirkel Member, on May 20!

(For Southeast Asia) Genshin Impact Version “Luna VII” Introduces Nicole Reeyn, the First Playable Hexenzirkel Member, on May 20! https://ift.tt/3JKCnsI

Greetings, Travelers! The Genshin Impact development team is back with the latest details on Version “Luna VII,” “Truth Amongst the Pages of Purana,” arriving on May 20. This update will welcome two familiar faces to the playable roster as new 5-star characters: Nicole Reeyn, known to the Hexenzirkel by the codename “N,” and Lohen, Vice Captain of the Knights of Favonius’ Fifth Company. They will be joined by the new 4-star character Prune, who provides powerful support for Hexerei characters.

As new allies join the fray, an even greater crisis looms. The Traveler will return to Sumeru to confront a formidable enemy who threatens to plunge the nation into disaster.

Meanwhile, a very different story unfolds in Inazuma. A whimsical fairy-tale adventure filled with games and fantasy is about to begin, as Klee, Sayu, and newcomer Prune embark on a wondrous journey fueled by boundless imagination.

A Guiding Light, A Keen Blade

As one of the last surviving angels, Nicole Reeyn has borne witness to the passage of ages, amassing knowledge that bridges the past and present. Known within the Hexenzirkel by the codename “N,” she is a quiet guide who lights the way for the lost and silently lends aid to those in need. Now, this steadfast guide joins your party as a 5-star Pyro Catalyst wielder, enhancing her allies’ ATK while shielding them in battle.

In combat, Nicole’s Elemental Skill creates a shield that absorbs incoming damage and deals AoE Pyro DMG, while also granting all nearby party members an ATK Bonus based on her own ATK. This effect is further enhanced when the active character is a Hexerei character, granting an additional ATK increase. Nicole can also gain a temporary ATK Bonus of her own when nearby active party members deal Elemental DMG.

Her Elemental Burst deals AoE Pyro DMG and grants the active character an Arcane Projection. This projection performs Coordinated Attacks at fixed intervals, dealing AoE Elemental DMG based on the active character’s Element. When the active character is a Hexerei character, the Arcane Projection takes on a unique form and deals increased DMG.

Outside of combat, Nicole’s Charged Attack can summon nearby Seelie to guide the way, much like a Treasure Compass. Meanwhile, at the Meeting Point: The Witch’s Garden, Nicole’s Witch’s Lodge has opened its doors, inviting Travelers to discover hidden treasures and endless surprises.

If light brings warmth and guidance, then the blade answers with cold precision and a razor-sharp edge. Few knights possess Lohen’s relentless will to fight until victory is won. As Vice Captain of the Knights of Favonius’ Fifth Company, Lohen never backs down, charging into the fray without hesitation. Now, as a 5-star Cryo Polearm wielder, he brings this unstoppable edge to your party, wielding a unique combat style forged on the battlefield. More about his story and the Knights of Favonius’ past will be revealed in his Story Quest.

In combat, Lohen unleashes devastating Cryo DMG by making use of two unique resources: “Joy” and “Will to Win.” His Elemental Skill allows him to enter a special state, during which his Normal and Charged Attacks generate Joy when they hit enemies, while DMG dealt by nearby party members generates Will to Win. By consuming Joy, Lohen can trigger a special Elemental Skill; by consuming Will to Win, he can further increase this special Elemental Skill’s DMG and enhance his Elemental Burst DMG. After unlocking the Hexerei: Secret Rite effect, his Normal and Charged Attacks also have a chance to deal increased DMG based on the amount of Will to Win accumulated.

In addition, Prune, the 4-star Anemo Catalyst wielder known as the “Witch Hunter,” will make her debut in this update. She provides sustained off-field DMG while increasing her teammates’ overall damage output. In Version “Luna VII” Event Wishes, the first half will feature the debuts of Nicole and Prune, alongside Durin’s rerun, while the second half will introduce Lohen and welcome back Mavuika.

Return to Sumeru: Reunion and Reckoning

This journey has carried us far, yet some mysteries remain unresolved. Now, the path leads back to Sumeru, where a crisis gathers, answers await, and an enemy bearing a familiar face steps into view.

A mysterious enemy bearing an uncanny resemblance to The Doctor has emerged. This new Boss fights with cunning and cruelty, teleporting across the battlefield and summoning a powerful force to halt your advance. Even getting close will be a challenge.

Yet Sumeru will not face this crisis alone. Trusted allies from across the land are rallying to its aid, and Nicole stands ready to offer her guidance whenever it is needed.

To help Travelers keep track of this epic storyline, a new “Guiding Notes” feature has been added to the Quest Overview interface, allowing you to review key details and character backgrounds at any time as you progress through the quest. Archon Quests will also now include save prompts, making it easier to experience the story at your own pace. Complete the quest to claim a limited-time reward of Primogems ×560, along with Nicole’s Ascension Materials.

Gathering with the Little Witches

Saving the world may be important, but the magic hidden within the little witches’ secret base is just as worthy of pursuit. Head to Inazuma and join this whimsical gathering of little witches! Together with Klee, Sayu, Qiqi, Yaoyao, and their new friend Prune, set off on a playful, magical adventure full of mischief and wonder.

This limited-time event features a variety of fun mini-games, each brimming with cheerful charm. First up is “Dodoco’s Bomb-Rally Ruckus,” where Travelers will use different field effects and whimsical gadgets to help Klee pass Jumpy Dumpty to all her Dodoco companions. You can also join “Gena’s Great Escape,” dodging obstacles as you race toward the finish line while collecting as many Onigiri as possible. In addition, Yuegui will need your guidance to overcome obstacles, collect radishes, and reunite with her scattered companions. Finally, cap off the festivities with an exhilarating combat performance: In the “Fantasy Realm Performance” prepared by Prune, Travelers will complete training challenges to build up momentum and deliver a spectacular battle showcase.

Participate in these events to claim a range of generous rewards, including the exclusive weapon appearance “Super Awesome Magic Key.”

More Fun and Updates

Version “Luna VII” also brings a wealth of updates and surprises. Travelers can obtain Echo Cosmetics for Navia and Wanderer, while Repertoire of Myriad Melodies welcomes the new album “Hexerei: Ballad of Whimsical Polyphony.” Score Themes for Durin and Varka will also be available for exchange in Treasure of Myriad Melodies.

Miliastra Wonderland also receives a wide range of updates and improvements in this version. New events will roll out in succession, offering Primogems and other rewards to participants. A unique sports festival is also in the works, introducing new forms of friendly competition. In addition, your Manekin can now perform a variety of actions across Teyvat, allowing you to capture memorable moments along the way.

We hope you’re excited for everything Version “Luna VII” has in store. See you in Teyvat on May 20, Travelers!

Share of the Week: Celebrate

Share of the Week: Celebrate

Share of the Week: Celebrate https://ift.tt/4vFosBa

Last week, we asked you to share moments of celebration from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights:

call_me_xavii shares a Nora celebration in Horizon Zero Dawn: Remastered.

leenc90 shares Alicia and Hugo headed into a celebration in town in A Plague Tale: Requiem

aanderrodrigues shares Ellie celebrating her birthday from a museum in The Last of Us Part II.

 JarrinWasHere shares Sam lifting a hand in the air in celebration in Death Stranding 2: On The Beach.

Photomode_Raro shares the Jans and a sheep celebrating in The Alters.

guybgee shares Cloud celebrating a combat victory in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.

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: EA Sports FC 26
SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on May 13, 2026 

Next week, hit the pitch and share goal-worthy shots from EA Sports FC 26, available as a PlayStation Plus Monthly game for May. Use #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured. 

(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloads

(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloads

(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloads https://ift.tt/L0xRIB6

It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. In April, Pragmata landed as the top downloaded game in  the top the Asia charts, while Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes debuted on the PS VR2 charts, and NTE made an appearance on free-to-play.

Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month?

PS5 Games

AsiaUS/Canada
PRAGMATAMLB The Show 26
Crimson DesertPRAGMATA
Dead Island 2Crimson Desert
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered FateNBA 2K26
EA SPORTS FC 26Starfield
Resident Evil 4Content Warning
Hades IIGrand Theft Auto V
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntMOUSE: P.I. For Hire
It Takes TwoMinecraft
HadesCall of Duty: Black Ops 7
NBA 2K26SAROS
Grand Theft Auto VHades II
Forza Horizon 5EA SPORTS FC 26
Hogwarts LegacyARC Raiders
Gran Turismo 7EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26
Diablo IVWWE 2K26
Resident Evil VillageResident Evil 4
MLB The Show 26Ready or Not
DAVE THE DIVERInvincible VS
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2Resident Evil Requiem


*Naming of products may differ between regions
*Upgrades not included

PS4 Games

AsiaUS/Canada 
Red Dead Redemption 2Red Dead Redemption 2
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive EditionGang Beasts
The King of Fighters ’97: Global MatchCall of Duty: Black Ops III
Resident Evil 6Resident Evil 6
A Way OutRESIDENT EVIL 5
Overcooked! 2Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
God of WarBatman: Arkham Knight
Tomb Raider: Definitive EditionSTAR WARS Battlefront II
The King of Fighters XIVA Way Out
Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year CelebrationMinecraft
Watch Dogs 2Mortal Kombat X
Call of Duty: Modern WarfareGrand Theft Auto V
Monster Hunter: WorldCall of Duty: WWII
Metal Slug 3Cuphead
BloodborneResident Evil
EA SPORTS FC 26God of War
Uncharted: The Nathan Drake CollectionTom Clancy’s The Division 2
Guns, Gore and Cannoli 2theHunter: Call of the Wild
RESIDENT EVIL 5NBA 2K26
Need for Speed HeatUNCHARTED The Nathan Drake Collection


*Naming of products may differ between regions 

PS VR2 Games*

AsiaUS/Canada
Horizon Call of the MountainStar Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition
Beat SaberBeat Saber
Alien: Rogue Incursion VRAmong Us 3D: VR
Metro AwakeningJob Simulator
MaestroMetro Awakening
Arizona Sunshine 2The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners
Crossfire: Sierra SquadAlien: Rogue Incursion VR
Little Nightmares VR: Altered EchoesLittle Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes
Kayak VR: MirageArizona Sunshine 2
Arizona Sunshine RemakeWRATH: Aeon of Ruin VR – Brutal Edition


*PlayStation Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included

Free to Play (PS5 + PS4)

AsiaEU
RobloxRoblox
NTE: Neverness to EvernessFortnite
Where Winds Meet (F2P)Rocket League
eFootballCall of Duty: Warzone
Delta Force (F2P)NTE: Neverness to Everness
The Seven Deadly Sins: OrigineFootball
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDSThe Seven Deadly Sins: Origin
Asphalt LegendsTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free Access
Arknights: EndfieldAsphalt Legends
Genshin ImpactFall Guys
PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloads

PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloads

PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloads https://ift.tt/L0xRIB6

It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. In April, Pragmata landed in the top three on the US charts, while Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes debuted on the PS VR2 charts, and NTE made an appearance on free-to-play.

Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month?

PS5 Games

US/CanadaEU
MLB The Show 26EA Sports FC 26
PragmataCrimson Desert
Crimson DesertGrand Theft Auto V
NBA 2K26Starfield
StarfieldPragmata
Content WarningMinecraft
Grand Theft Auto VHades II
MOUSE: P.I. For HireContent Warning
MinecraftUFC 5
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7Resident Evil 4
SarosNBA 2K26
Hades IIMouse: P.I. For Hire
EA Sports FC 26Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
Arc RaidersIt Takes Two
EA Sports Madden NFL 26Resident Evil 2
WWE 2K26The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Resident Evil 4Saros
Ready or NotForza Horizon 5
Invincible VsNo Man’s Sky
Resident Evil RequiemPoppy Playtime: Chapter 1

*Naming of products may differ between regions
*Upgrades not included

PS4 Games

US/CanadaEU
Red Dead Redemption 2Red Dead Redemption 2
Gang BeastsGang Beasts
Call of Duty: Black Ops IIIA Way Out
Resident Evil 6EA Sports FC 26
Resident Evil 5Resident Evil 6
Call of Duty: Modern WarfareResident Evil 5
Batman: Arkham KnightMinecraft
Star Wars Battlefront IIUnravel Two
A Way OutGrand Theft Auto V
MinecraftSTAR WARS Battlefront II
Mortal Kombat XCall of Duty: Modern Warfare
Grand Theft Auto VCall of Duty: Black Ops III
Call of Duty: WWIIMetro Exodus
CupheadtheHunter: Call of the Wild
Resident EvilGod of War
God of WarBatman: Arkham Knight
Tom Clancy’s The Division 2Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection
theHunter: Call of the WildNeed for Speed Heat
NBA 2K26Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered
Uncharted The Nathan Drake CollectionAssassin’s Creed Unity

*Naming of products may differ between regions 

PS VR2 Games*

US/CanadaEU
Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced EditionStar Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition
Beat SaberMetro Awakening
Among Us 3D: VRJob Simulator
Job SimulatorHorizon Call of the Mountain
Metro AwakeningBeat Saber
The Walking Dead: Saints & SinnersAlien: Rogue Incursion VR
Alien: Rogue Incursion VRAmong Us 3D: VR
Little Nightmares VR: Altered EchoesCooking Simulator VR
Arizona Sunshine 2Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition
Wrath: Aeon of Ruin VR – Brutal EditionLittle Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes

*PlayStation Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included

Free to Play (PS5 + PS4)

US/CanadaEU
RobloxRoblox
FortniteFortnite
Rocket LeagueRocket League
Call of Duty: WarzoneCall of Duty: Warzone
NTE: Neverness to EvernessNTE: Neverness to Everness
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free AccesseFootball
Apex LegendsThe Seven Deadly Sins: Origin
Marvel RivalsTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free Access
The Seven Deadly Sins: OriginAsphalt Legends
Fall GuysFall Guys

Myst and Riven Remakes launch on PS5 and PS VR2 May 19

Myst and Riven Remakes launch on PS5 and PS VR2 May 19

Myst and Riven Remakes launch on PS5 and PS VR2 May 19 https://ift.tt/0Wg8IzK

The team here at Cyan is excited to announce that we’re launching the modern remakes of our award-winning puzzle adventure games Myst and Riven on PS5 and PlayStation VR2 May 19.

Myst and Riven (the sequel to Myst) were originally released on PC and the original PlayStation in the ‘90s and quickly became cultural phenomena. In fact, the release of the original Myst in 1993 had an approximately 10-year-long run of being the best-selling PC game in the world. To celebrate how popular both games were on the original PlayStation back in the day, the classic versions of Myst and Riven from the original PlayStation were re-released digitally last year, thanks to efforts between both Cyan and Sony Interactive Entertainment, and continue to be available to purchase and play in most regions worldwide.

I’m excited to have this opportunity to share more about how we made sure that our remakes of Myst and Riven could take advantage of both PS5 and PS5 Pro features to bring folks the best experience based on the way they prefer to play.

Flatscreen and PS VR2 play

Both Myst and Riven will support both flatscreen (2D) and PS VR2 at launch. This was the toughest part of development for us – making sure the experience of players using either playstyle would shine. We brought over some lessons we learned from a release of a previous title of ours on PS5, Firmament (which also supported both 2D and VR), to help improve each playstyle – both in interactions, graphical fidelity, base render resolution, performance, and more. In turn, some of the lessons we learned from these new releases have also already been brought back into Firmament. We’re excited to see how players react to being able to experience Myst and Riven with their preferred play method.

Ray-traced reflections and Performance mode

Myst and Riven will also support ray tracing through the display of ray-traced reflections (limited to flatscreen mode only). We’ve made sure that this support is included in our games on both the PS5 and PS5 Pro. While ray-traced reflections are enabled, frame rate is limited to 30 FPS to account for a smoother play experience while more time is spent on the render thread. 

While ray-traced reflections are disabled (with screen-space reflections being used instead), each game’s frame rate is increased to 60 FPS. Players have a choice in enabling ray-traced reflections by disabling the Performance Mode checkbox in the Display settings menu in each game, which will also subtly change the base render resolution of the game to accommodate for leveraging graphics vs. leveraging performance.

PS5 Pro Enhanced features

We’re also happy to state that Myst and Riven are both officially PS5 Pro Enhanced titles. This means a couple of things in our case – the first of which is an increase in graphical fidelity in each game’s flatscreen mode on PS5 Pro, including better view distance, foliage, textures, post-processing, and shading. Second, players in VR on PS5 Pro in both games will have better base render resolution when playing each game – and in Riven’s flatscreen mode, leaving the Performance Mode checkbox enabled will grant better base render resolution.

The games are taking advantage of tweaked implementations of Unreal Engine’s TSR, which allows us to use upscaling on both PS5 Pro and base PS5 in return for better graphics options.

Power Saver Mode support 

Myst and Riven will also join the list of PS5 games with Power Saver support. Power Saver mode is a relatively new feature for PS5 that enables games to scale back performance to save on energy consumption (and therefore save on energy costs for many players). Both Myst and Riven support this new feature by decreasing each game’s base render resolution and forcing a fixed frame rate of 30 FPS.

Delve into Myst and Riven

The Cyan team worked hard to make sure that these from-the-ground-up remakes of Myst and Riven take advantage of plenty of PS5 features, especially for PS5 Pro. Whether you’re playing from the comfort of your couch with a DualSense wireless controller in flatscreen mode, or enjoying our games up-close and personal in PS VR 2, we think you’ll be in for quite a treat. We appreciate everyone’s support of our studio and hope to keep making great games for another 40 years!

Myst and Riven on PS5 are available to wishlist beginning today, May 5, and will be available to purchase and play for $34.99 USD each on May 19.

Horizon Hunters Gathering: Second Playtest, new Hunters, Episode, region revealed

Horizon Hunters Gathering: Second Playtest, new Hunters, Episode, region revealed

Horizon Hunters Gathering: Second Playtest, new Hunters, Episode, region revealed https://ift.tt/jPasoey

Hi Hunters, we’re excited to be back with a big update on Horizon Hunters Gathering; let’s talk about what we’ve been up to since the first playtest a few months ago, and what you can expect from the next one. If you can’t wait, skip to the next paragraph for all the details on when it’s happening and what you can expect.

At the end of February, we invited a small group of players into the Gathering for the first time. For three days during select play windows, we saw folks get their first taste of Machine Incursion, try to master the playstyles of either Rem, Sun, or Axle (or all three.), and work together through the challenges of Cauldron Descent. We are incredibly grateful to those who took the time to play, gave us invaluable feedback on their experience, or stuck around on our official Discord server.

Since then, we’ve been focusing on a host of improvements based on that first playtest,  as well as getting additional content ready for the next one. A lot of people have also been asking questions about the game, the world of the Gathering, or some of our planned features, so if you haven’t yet: check out our ongoing developer Q&As we’ve been hosting on Discord and socials. We’ve really enjoyed sharing more about our ideas, processes, and development with you.

New playtest in May

Whether you want to return for another round, couldn’t make it into the first playtest, or prefer to experience the game firsthand, we’re happy to share that the next closed playtest will take place between May 22 and 25.*

Just like last time, the game will be playable on both PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam), with registration exclusively through the PlayStation Beta Program for both platforms. (Note: if you’re having trouble with the link, first sign in on PlayStation.com and then try clicking the link again.)

Horizon Hunters Gathering: Second Playtest, new Hunters, Episode, region revealed

Aside from quite a bit of implemented player feedback (which we will highlight at a later date), there will be a bunch of new content to explore.

  • Two new Hunters: Aside from Rem, Sun, and Axle (who have each received improvements.), you can now get to know Ensa; a charismatic Oseram smuggler with a mercenary past. Or the mysterious Shadow, a Carja covert operative who commands a fearsome Stalker machine. We will be sharing a little more about them in the coming weeks.
  • A playable Episode: Episodes play a central role in the game’s narrative campaign by introducing new mysteries, characters, and mechanics. Pick your Hunter, ready up, and head into the wilds to save Ashwater Valley from a horde of machines.
  • Added difficulty: Two familiar game modes return with higher stakes than ever, as the war against the machines continues to ravage the wilds:

Machine Incursion is a high-intensity mission where waves of machines pour out from underground gateways, led by a formidable boss. To make things more interesting and encourage you to return for an even greater challenge, we’ve added two additional difficulty modes: Hard and Merciless. We dare all Hunters to try and beat a Thunderjaw and a Ravager at the same time…

Cauldron Descent is a longer, multi-stage trial pushing Hunters to their limits, from brutal machine encounters to hidden doors that promise power and reward for teams prepared to open them. Coordination and teamwork with other Hunters here are key to success, and our second playtest features even more challenging rooms to explore.

  • New Region: Travel to Breakers’ Bounty, featuring dense jungles and ravaged ruins bordering a scorching desert home to dangerous machines, in order to save the Oseram and stop the incursion. You’ll also still have access to Devil’s Thirst, and of course the Gathering: the central social space where you can meet other players, build your loadout, and customize your camp.
  • Play your way: Training Modules have been added to improve general onboarding for the game and its systems. For players wanting to master the hunt in Solo Mode, Hunter NPCs will be available for this playtest during Episode or Machine Incursion modes. These NPCs (either Rem, Sun, or Axle) offer battle assists where possible or can automatically fill an empty spot on a three-player team.

We want to emphasize again: Horizon Hunters Gathering is a game in development; we choose to playtest early and with small numbers to focus on the core experience and implement player feedback before opening to bigger groups of players. We learn a lot from each playtest and this second one is no different; we appreciate each of you who take the time to leave us your honest thoughts.

There’s much more to explore on your next adventure into the wilds. Over the coming weeks, we will be dropping more playtest information on our Hunters Gathering Discord and social channels, so keep an eye out for news there.

For a chance to play the game between May 22 to 25, sign up via the PlayStation Beta Program. This link will automatically flag you as interested in Horizon Hunters Gathering. We will be sure to let you know when invites for the playtest are being sent.

Thanks for the continued support and all of us at Guerrilla look forward to welcoming you (back) for another hunt!

*Internet connection required for the playtest