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Capcom The Game Awards recap: Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, and Mega Man: Dual Override

Greetings to all the PlayStation fans! Did you get a chance to watch The Game Awards 2025? Alongside celebrating the standout titles of the year, the show saw a wave of exciting new game announcements.

Capcom had three big reveals at the show: Pragmata’s release date, the unveiling of Mega Man: Dual Override, and the return of Leon S. Kennedy as the second protagonist of Resident Evil Requiem. Let’s review the details here in this PlayStation Blog.

Pragmata launches April 24, 2026

Pragmata is a sci-fi action-adventure game that follows spacefarer Hugh Williams and an android girl Diana in a futuristic lunar setting. The game offers a unique gameplay system that seamlessly blends puzzles and action, earning widespread acclaim at multiple game shows around the world.

The release date for Pragmata has officially been announced for April 24, 2026! Pre-orders are also open today.

In addition to the Standard Edition, a Deluxe Edition will also be available, featuring exclusive skins for Hugh and Diana, a starting weapon skin, remixed BGM, a Diana emote set, and special development art materials.

Pre-ordering the physical edition or digital edition comes with an exclusive pre-order bonus: Hugh’s “Neo Bushido” costume and Diana’s “Neo Kunoichi” costume.

Make sure to pre-order now to get your hands on these bonus items!

Mega Man: Dual Override arrives in 2027

Mega Man: Dual Override arrives in 2027, the same year the series will celebrate its 40th anniversary.

We look forward to sharing more information in the future, but in the meantime, we hope you take note of Mega Man’s new look and the familiar whistle at the end of the video.

Please wait a little longer for more information about the Blue Bomber’s next adventure.

Leon S. Kennedy returns in Resident Evil Requiem

Last but not least, Resident Evil Requiem. Along with FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, it has been announced that Leon S. Kennedy will be joining as the second protagonist of the game.

Step into the world of terror with FBI analyst Grace, then embrace the thrill of survival alongside veteran agent Leon. Their contrasting gameplay styles and intertwined stories deliver a dual experience that will be sure to chill players to their very core.

To prepare for the release on February 27, 2026, a Deluxe Edition featuring additional downloadable content, such as character costumes, is available for preorders. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your hands on the special costumes.

I hope you enjoyed the three big announcements made by Capcom.
Capcom is also planning a Resident Evil Showcase early next year to share more information about the game before its release, so make sure you mark your calendars.

Thank you very much for reading to the end. We hope your year-end and New Year are packed with fun and unforgettable gaming moments!

Tomb Raider: Catalyst and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis coming to PS5

Your next adventures await. In collaboration with Amazon Game Studios and Crystal Dynamics, the legacy of Lara Croft continues with two new games coming to PlayStation 5. Join Lara for her biggest adventure yet in Tomb Raider: Catalyst (2027), plus a true reimagining of her debut adventure, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis (2026). At the heart of both adventures, Lara Croft, confident, complex, and extremely accurate with two pistols, will be voiced by the talented Alix Wilton Regan.

Tomb Raider: Catalyst

Coming 2027

When ancient secrets and mysterious guardian forces are unleashed by a mythical cataclysm, Lara races to uncover the truth beneath the fractured landscape of Northern India before the world’s most notorious treasure hunters can use its power for their own gain. As the ancient world collides with the present, Lara must decide who to trust among rivals and allies, prevent a catastrophe, and protect a secret that could reshape the future.

Get ready to embark on the largest Tomb Raider adventure to date. Tomb Raider: Catalyst features a vertically rich platforming playground of seamless wilderness layered with hidden depths of discovery. Lara will explore dense jungles, scale towering mountains, and descend into mysterious ruins using her richly customized adventure tech. With unmatched wit alongside athletic prowess, there are no secrets she can’t overcome.

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis

Coming 2026

Some legends are destined to be retold. As Lara Croft, explore exotic locations lost to time — from the jungles of Peru to the ancient ruins of Greece, the deserts of Egypt, and a mysterious Mediterranean island shrouded in myth. Traverse treacherous landscapes, solve deadly contraptions, and face lethal predators as you hunt for the scattered pieces of the Scion, an artifact of immeasurable power.

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Tomb Raider in 2026, we’re honoring its origins for new players, while delivering even more of the engaging experiences longtime fans know and love — stylish acrobatics through lost tombs, discreet secrets scattered across alluring environments, and intricate puzzles filled with eureka moments that leave us yearning for discovery.

Developed in partnership between Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is a true reimagining of Lara Croft’s 1996 debut game. Whether you’re a veteran raider or ready for your first adventure with Lara, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis instills a new sense of discovery to the original through modern game design, stunning graphics, and new surprises.

Welcome to the next chapter of Tomb Raider

Want extra outfit options for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis? Sign up for an Amazon Games iD account and get the exclusive Mediterranean Wetsuit Outfit when you link your Amazon Games iD to your PlayStation Network account. The outfit will be available in-game at launch.

Wishlist Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis today at PlayStation Store and stay tuned for future updates.

The Helldivers 2 x Killzone items return as a Legendary Warbond Dec 18

Attention, Helldivers!

Helldivers 2 x Killzone is back and this time, it’s back for good! It seems fitting that a year after their initial launch, we bring back this iconic content but now in a new and improved format and pricing – yes, we totally heard you all!

Along with our partners at Guerrilla, we’re pleased to announce Helldivers 2 x Killzone is now officially a Legendary Warbond*, costing 1500 Super Credits. We couldn’t just add the same stuff as before and leave it, where is the fun in that(?!), so we’ve even added some extra content to round out the package.

Not only is the content returning with extra items, but we want to continue to do right by everyone who purchased Super Store content from last year, therefore a whole load of people will be able to unlock this Legendary Warbond at no extra cost. Check out if you’re eligible below.

Who gets what and how does it work:

Players who have previously purchased any (even one) of the Killzone items, will have the whole Helldivers 2 x Killzone Legendary Warbond unlocked at no extra cost! Additionally, there is no medal vacuum here! The items previously purchased (and those which were gifted last December) will be medal unlocked. So no need to spend medals on the items you already own!
Players who received the gifted items in December 2024 but didn’t pay for any single item, will have to pay the 1500 Super Credits to unlock the full Legendary Warbond.
Not to worry, if you do pay for the Warbond; the gifted items will also be medal unlocked.
Players joining after the Helldivers 2 x Killzone items left the store in December 2024 can access the Warbond by unlocking it for 1500 SC, and then enjoy redeeming medals on their favorite items just as usual.

Let’s recap all the items included and dig into those new items as well.

Weapons and stratagems

Arm yourself with some of the best weapons Stål has to offer.

Beginning with the StA-52 Assault rifle the pride of the Stål armory, providing you with the strength to decimate your foes. It boasts a high-capacity drum mag, great for providing sustained fire.

StA-11 SMG with a helical-feed magazine, which provides a higher ammo capacity whilst making it more front heavy. This close-range weapon is the nightmare of the enemies of freedom.

PLAS-39 Accelerator rifle, a high precision burst-fire rifle that will banish your foes after a short charging period.

Armors and capes

AC-1 Dutiful/ The Strength in Our Arms cape

This heavy armor boasts a breathing apparatus built in to help both soldiers and colonists thrive, even when assigned to planets with atmospheres rated “suboptimal”, “extreme”, and “character building”.

AC-2 Obedient/ Defender of Our Dream cape

The muted colors and relaxed, high mobility fit make this light armor a favorite among long-distance snipers and hide-and-seek champions alike.

Acclimated passive

The passive of these armors provides 50% resistance to fire, gas, acid, and electrical damage.

The Defender of Our Dream and Strength in Our Arms player cards are also returning along with the Assault infantry player title.

New patterns

The latest additions to round out this Warbond are the Extrasolar Ash patterns for your Exosuits, FRV, Hellpods and Pelicans.

So start saving your Super Credits for December 18 at 7am PT / 2pm GMT / 3pm CET when Helldivers 2 x Killzone Legendary Warbond will be available for purchase from wherever you enjoy our game!

^*Requires base game, paid purchase of Super Credits, and game progression to unlock.

Please note you will not be able to claim the Helldivers 2 x Killzone Legendary Warbond with a Premium Warbond token.

(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for December: Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Skate Story and more

This month, stalk the streets of ancient Baghdad in Assassin’s Creed Mirage, cut down demons across a fallen empire in Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, shred through hell’s underworld in Skate Story, or soar among the clouds in Granblue Fantasy: Relink. All these titles and more are available in December’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup. Meanwhile, Soulcalibur III brings arcade action to PlayStation Plus Deluxe. All of these will be available to play December 16, aside from Skate Story, which released into the service December 9.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalog

Assassin’s Creed Mirage | PS5, PS4

Play as a cunning young street thief seeking answers in this majestic Middle Eastern open world. Experience the home of the original Assassins in this exciting narrative-driven, open world adventure. In this smaller scale, back to basics Assassin’s caper, you play Basim, a young street thief seeking answers. Roam the richly-detailed, reactive and vibrant streets of 9th century Baghdad, uncovering the mysteries of the past as you fight to secure your future. Stalk the shadows and become the ultimate assassin. Enjoy 6 hours of extra gameplay with Valley of Memory, the major update that expands Basim’s story and introduces the breathtaking new region of AlUla, with gameplay improvements across the full game.

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty | PS5, PS4

184 AD, Later Han Dynasty China. The land is overcome by chaos and destruction. The imperial dynasty that prospered for many years is now about to collapse. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a dramatic, action-packed story of a nameless militia soldier fighting for survival in a dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty where demons plague the Three Kingdoms. Fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on the Chinese martial arts, attempting to overcome the odds by awakening the true power from within.

Skate Story | PS5

You are a demon in the Underworld, made out of glass and pain. The Devil has given you a skateboard with a simple deal: Skate to the Moon and swallow it — and you shall be freed. Ollie, kickflip, and grind your way through the ash and smoke of The Emptylands as you take on a seemingly impossible quest. Learn to master your weight and motion to conquer the weeping concrete. Savour the ritualistic beauty as you set your feet to pop a perfect kickflip. Skate fast to destroy vicious demons, help a forgetful frog, and save other tortured souls on your journey from fragile beginner to hardened skater. Push through hell and discover The Devil’s greatest weakness: humility, perseverance, and a disgustingly sweet backside tailslide. All you need is your skateboard.

Granblue Fantasy: Relink | PS5, PS4

Explore the Sky Realm, a floating archipelago set against a great blue expanse, and battle to decide its fate in this 3D action RPG. Become captain of a skyfaring crew as you sail with a colourful cast of crewmates on your quest to find Estalucia, a legendary island said to lie beyond the sky’s end. Visit the Zegagrande Skydom and unveil a web of intrigue that will embroil you in a battle for the fate of the entire Sky Realm. Create a party of four, each with unique weapons, skills and combat styles, and master a deep real-time combat system with team-based techniques including Link Attacks and Chain Bursts. Take on quests, battle enemies and score valuable loot solo, or party up with friends for up to four-player co-op.

Planet Coaster 2 | PS5

Reach new heights of creativity, management, and sharing as you construct the theme parks of your dreams combining epic water rides and coasters to delight and thrill your park guests. Balance thrilling your guests with managing your budget – populate your park with amazing efficiently powered attractions and the right amenities to boost your rating and become a theme park master. Enhanced and improved building and pathing tools let you create spectacular, true-to-life theme parks, complete with sprawling plazas. Dive into a world of creativity with nine distinct themes, from returning classics like Pirate and Western, to exciting new additions in Viking and Mythology. With thousands of themed customisable pieces at your fingertips, every creation will be truly unique.

Cat Quest III | PS5, PS4

Play as a swashbuckling privateer in this 2.5D open-world action RPG set in a fantastical pirate-themed world, the Purribean — an archipelago swarming with Pi-rats searching for the Northern Star. a long-lost mythical treasure. Alongside your trusty spirit companion, set sail through the Purribean in your very own ship! But beware, the seas are dangerous, and a mutiny is nigh as the hordes of Pi-rats under the order of the Pirate King hunt you down… Cat Quest III is playable either solo or in local co-op.

Lego Horizon Adventures | PS5

Journey to a distant future, where the land is made of Lego bricks and lush nature has reclaimed the Earth. Join hunter Aloy as she battles to save Earth from an ancient digital demon, and a gang of sunworshippers who want to live in a world without shade so they can soak up the rays while everything burns. Hunt machines on your own as Aloy, or unlock colourful heroes Varl, Teersa, and Erend, and use their unique skills to defeat enemies and overcome challenges. Share the fun with another player online, or via innovative couch co-op on a single screen, so you’re always in the same world together.

PlayStation Plus Deluxe

Soulcalibur III | PS5, PS4

Chosen by history, a man becomes a warrior. Engraved into history, a warrior becomes a hero. Enjoy this timeless tale of swords and souls, transcending history and worlds, destined to be told forever. Experience Soulcalibur III, originally released on PlayStation 2, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. The Soulcalibur series is a weapon-based fighting series of games where players put their mastery of their character’s weapon to the test. The game features the Chronicles of the Sword mode that fuses real-time simulation with versus fighting-style action. In Soul Arena, choose between Quick Play for relentless battles against CPU opponents and Mission mode for fights set under special conditions.

*PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and PlayStation Plus Deluxe lineups may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day.

Beastro, a crunchy-cozy deck builder, comes to PS5 spring 2026

This is Lindsey, game director at Timberline Studio. Today, I’d like to tell you more about how the concept of flavor is integral to how we built our cooking and gameplay systems in Beastro, our upcoming crunchy-cozy deck builder, coming to PS5 in Spring 2026.

We know that’s a lot to unpack up there, so let’s get into it.

Flavor as biomes

In the world of Beastro, our regions are broken up by flavor types: bitter, salty, sour, sweet, and umami. Each of these flavors has its own culture, creatures, and color palettes. And depending on where a character hails from, it will define their palate and what they want their food to taste like!

Over the course of our four chapters, you’ll venture into these various flavor biomes to fight off the monsters that have invaded from another realm. It’s up to you to fight them off and protect the flavor spirits in these lands.

You’ll first find yourself in The Marshlands, the nearest region of the Umami Wilds. The Umami lands, and its denizens are signified by their depth of life and heartier ingredients. Mushrooms are the foundation of this region and the mossy, mishmash of land they thrive in. This biome is full of deep greens and browns. We wanted it to feel dense, enveloping, and comforting at the same time. I often think of Umami as a big bowl of stew, and we seek to hit that energy in the characters and environment.

Our heroes, the Caretakers

Word spreads quickly that ravenous monsters have arrived and that they are wreaking havoc on the flavor wilds. Heroes from the flavor factions, the Caretakers, are sent to protect everyone and quell the tide of the invasion; however, none of them are capable of battling on an empty stomach.

Soon, these Caretakers arrive in our quaint little town of Palo Pori in search of a meal, but they get more than a full stomach. The food our chef, Panko, prepares with the help of the fire god, Flambé, unlocks the power of the flavor spirits from within the ingredients, granting magical abilities to the Caretakers, allowing them to engage in unique card battles with the monsters.

Each Caretaker has their own motivation that’s driving them to defeat the monsters. As champions for their people, they all seek to leave their mark on the world and show they can save the world on their own.

The Umamis seek to bring everyone together, particularly the friendly creatures in the wilds who lack the skills to fight off the monsters. Oyshi, our Umami Caretaker, is always happy to offer a safe home to a small creature in need.

And our third playable Caretaker, Kalan, hails from the land of Bitter. The Bitters are known as the protectors of this world, entrusted with the responsibility to ensure the survival of all flavors… and they take this responsibility very seriously.

Kalan is very single-minded, looking to reinforce the Bitter’s role as the protectors. Kalan has less stamina than the other Caretakers, but his palate leads him toward the healing properties of many Bitter ingredients. It’s important to eat your leafy greens. Because of their devotion to a flavor many others would choose to avoid, they feel they’re just a little bit better than everyone else, and Kalan’s more than willing to remind you of that. They prefer their coffee black, as why would you ruin a lovely bitter thing with another flavor?

Unlocking the magic of flavor

While the first Caretaker may have arrived due to hunger, Oyshi soon helps recruit the others to Palo Pori to unlock flavor magic of their own. As the chef, it’s up to you to balance their desired flavors and the magic you think they’ll need to be successful in the wilds.

Palo Pori and the restaurant in Beastro are built around a concept of: from town to table. Many of the ingredients you use are grown, gathered, or fished out of the sea to cook up the meals for the Caretakers. As you sauté, chop, boil, roast, and assemble your meals through the various mini games, you’ll find yourself developing a nice flavor profile for your caretaker as you balance and enhance the flavors of your meal.

This is all done through “mise en place,” where you place your ingredients and determine how to create the best well-rounded meal for your visitor and one that unlocks the magic and effects they’ll need to defeat the monsters, because not only does each ingredient have a flavor, it has a power level… and many of them have effects too!

You’ll have to discover, learn, and experiment with how different ingredients combine to unlock new powers that will make each caretaker stronger and allow them to battle more ferocious foes with every round.

We can’t wait to tell you more about our game, but for now, we’ll leave you with a new Gameplay Trailer that shares a bit more about the mechanics we mentioned above.

Time for me to get a snack! Thanks for taking the time to learn about Beastro!

PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for December: Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Skate Story and more

This month, stalk the streets of ancient Baghdad in Assassin’s Creed Mirage, cut down demons across a fallen empire in Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, shred through hell’s underworld in Skate Story, or soar among the clouds in Granblue Fantasy: Relink. All these titles and more are available in December’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup*. Meanwhile, Soulcalibur III brings arcade action to PlayStation Plus Premium. All of these will be available to play December 16, aside from Skate Story, which released into the service December 8.

*Digital PS5 games available to stream from your library will vary over time, region, and country.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium | Game Catalog

Assassin’s Creed Mirage | PS5, PS4

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty | PS5, PS4

Skate Story | PS5

Granblue Fantasy: Relink | PS5, PS4

Planet Coaster 2 | PS5

Reach new heights of creativity, management, and sharing as you construct the theme parks of your dreams combining epic water rides and coasters to delight and thrill your park guests. Balance thrilling your guests with managing your budget – populate your park with amazing efficiently powered attractions and the right amenities to boost your rating and become a theme park master. Enhanced and improved building and pathing tools let you create spectacular, true-to-life theme parks, complete with sprawling plazas. Dive into a world of creativity with nine distinct themes, from returning classics like Pirate and Western, to exciting new additions in Viking and Mythology. With thousands of themed customizable pieces at your fingertips, every creation will be truly unique.

Cat Quest III | PS5, PS4

Lego Horizon Adventures | PS5

Paw Patrol: Grand Prix | PS5, PS4

No track is too big, no racer too small! Race around Adventure Bay with all your favorite Paw Patrol pups and up to 4 players at once – but look out for the obstacles left by mischievous Mayor Humdinger! The Paw Patrol are on their fastest mission yet, to win the Pup Cup! Drive around iconic locations including Adventure Bay, Jake’s Snowboarding Resort and The Jungle to find out who will be crowned the winner. Play with friends in this multiplayer championship, where you can pick any of your favorite pups including Chase, Skye or Marshall. But watch out, because sneaky Mayor Humdinger could be just around the corner to turn your race into a crazy catastrophe!

Paw Patrol World | PS5, PS4

Explore the world of Paw Patrol like never before, in a 3D action adventure where anything is possible. Play as your favorite pups, drive their vehicles and save the day by taking on fun rescues and missions. Freely roam Adventure Bay, Jake’s Mountain, the Jungle and Barkingburg, in missions designed for pre-school players. Enjoy a brand-new story and play flashback missions inspired by classic Paw Patrol episodes, either in single-player or with a friend in split-screen co-op mode. And customize your game with countless collectibles, like emotes, pup tags, postcard stamps, costumes, vehicle stickers, and artworks for the Chickaletta Exhibition.

PlayStation Plus Premium

Soulcalibur III | PS5, PS4

*PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and PlayStation Plus Premium/Deluxe lineups may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day.

Sony Pictures Core Movie Credit Promo | December 11 – January 12**

Purchase any 12-month PlayStation Plus membership and get movie credit(s) to spend on the Sony Pictures Core app. Dive into epic blockbusters like Venom The Last Dance, 28 years later, Karate Kid Legends, Anaconda, and more***—your next movie marathon starts here****!

**Offer valid between December 11, 2025 to January 12, 2026. Offer available only where no other discount applies. Cannot combine or stack offers. Number of movie credits varies based on plan and membership status. Offer only available when purchased on PS5, Web browser and Mobile (PS App). PS Plus is subject to a recurring subscription fee taken automatically until cancellation. Terms apply: play.st/psplus-usageterms. Separate download of the Sony Pictures Core App is required to redeem Movie Credits. Must be 18+ to register for a Sony Pictures Core account. Movie Credits must be claimed and redeemed in App by January 12, 2026. Sony Pictures Core terms apply: https://www.sonypicturescore.com/termsofservice
***Titles and availability vary by market.
****Regions: Australia, New Zealand, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Mexico, Canada, United States.

PlayStation 2025 Wrap-Up launches starting today – explore your personalized gaming recap for 2025

Each year brings unforgettable memories for our PlayStation community across the globe, and 2025 was no different with the launch of memorable games like Ghost of Yōtei, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Blue Prince, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. To reflect on another momentous year in gaming, we’re launching PlayStation 2025 Wrap-Up starting today.

From today through January 8, 2026, PS5 and PS4 players can access their PlayStation 2025 Wrap-Up experience* to view their gaming achievements for the year, including most played games and genres, total hours played across single-player and multiplayer titles, a personalized PlayStation Plus playlist, and trophy milestones. There’s also insights around gameplay with accessories like PlayStation VR2, PlayStation Portal remote player, as well as your most used DualSense wireless controller design.

The 2025 Wrap-Up experience will continue to update through the end of the year, so be sure to check back again before January 8 for your full 2025 summary. Players who complete the experience can redeem a unique glass-themed avatar as well as access their summary card – check out my 2025 summary below:

Explore your PlayStation 2025 Wrap-Up at https://wrapup.playstation.com – and share your favorite gaming moments from 2025 in the comments below.

*Users need to have a PlayStation account in their region, be of adult age or over and, have played games on a PS4 or PS5 console for at least 10 hours between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025.

Users who have not consented to the collection of “Full Data” from their PlayStation 5 system settings in 2025, will be unable to participate in the Wrap-Up campaign. Users located in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australasia, India, and Russia, who have not consented to the collection of “Additional Data” from their PlayStation 4 system settings in 2025, will be unable to participate in the Wrap-Up campaign.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 introduces Netflix’s Stranger Things expansion

Two iconic franchises have come together to combine the authenticity and realism of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 with the exciting, mysterious world of Stranger Things.

An adrenaline-packed journey into the universe of the cult series awaits fans and simmers alike, led by Murray Bauman, from the original cast, and his team! Enter the world of Netflix’s Stranger Things to help Hawkins, a town under lockdown, heavy patrols, and supernatural threats.

Think you have what it takes to fly a Bell UH-1H Huey and help the residents of Hawkins in their latest encounters with the dangers that destroyed their hometown? Try your hand at five exhilarating missions, shady supply ops, close-call chases, and high-stakes rescues… all of it pulling you deeper into the city’s worst fears. No spoilers, but “Yeah, it gets intense!” as Murray would say.

And, if you’re ready to visit Hawkins, Indiana, even after the credits roll on the crew’s last strange adventure, you will be able to explore a highly detailed map and re-creation of the town with more than 40 iconic locations made famous by the show.

Starcourt Mall

Hawkins Middle School

Hawkins National Laboratory

Hawkins Junkyard

The legacy of Hawkins will live on, long past the airing of the final episode. Come see for yourself in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: Stranger Things expansion available December 9 and watch Stranger Things Season 5 only on Netflix.

The sky is calling!

Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 529: Sumptuous Victuals

Email us at PSPodcast@sony.com!

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download here

Hey, y’all! Sid, Tim, Brett, and Kristen are back this week after the Thanksgiving holiday, and diving right into Arc Raiders and Ghost of Yōtei NG+.

Stuff We Talked About

Next week’s releases:
- Skate Story| PS5
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 | PS5
- Terminator 2D: No Fate | PS5
PS Blog 2025 Game of the Year Polls — The polls are now open! Make your voice heard by casting your vote in 19 categories before Monday, December 8
DualSense Wireless Controller – Genshin Impact Limited Edition – Pre-orders begin December 11, with launch starting from January 2026.
What we’ve been playing:
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Ghost of Yōtei New Game+
- Ball x Pit
- Arc Raiders
- System Shock remake

The Cast

Sid Shuman – Senior Director of Content Communications, SIE

Tim Turi – Content Communications Manager, SIE

Brett Elston – Manager, Content Communications, SIE

Kristen Zitani – Globlal Content Content Communications Manager, SIE

Thanks to Dormilón for our rad theme song and show music.

[Editor’s note: PSN game release dates are subject to change without notice. Game details are gathered from press releases from their individual publishers and/or ESRB rating descriptions.]

Share of the Week: Snowy

Last week, we asked you to share snow-filled views from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here’s this week’s snowy highlights:

SheikhSadi80 shares Atsu riding out to a shrine on a snowy hill in Ghost of Yōtei

rorottino shares Sam snowboarding on a carrier in Death Stranding 2: On The Beach.

RhodWulfLeon shares Kratos on the ice with a wolf in God of War Ragnarök.

secondcapture shares a student riding a Hippogriff over snowy grounds in Hogwarts Legacy.

treeblazah shares Aloy overlooking a snowy vista in Horizon Forbidden West.

discophotomode shares a glamorous snow-themed outfit from Infinity Nikki.

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: Zoomed Out
SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on December 10, 2025

Next week, zoom all the way out and share panoramic shots using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.