Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 533: John Carpentry 101

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Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, Brett, and I are back this week to talk about the newest game announced this week, Horizon Hunters Gathering, take a look at what’s new in MLB The Show 26, and go down the rabbit hole of games based on 80s action.

Stuff We Talked About

  • Next week’s release highlights:
    • Crisol: Theater of Idols | PS5
    • Romeo is a Dead Man | PS5
    • BlazBlue Entropy Effect X | PS5
    • Ride 6 | PS5
    • Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties | PS5, PS4
    • High On Life 2 | PS5
    • Reanimal | PS5

  • MLB The Show 26 gameplay reveal — Check out updated gameplay along with new modes and features like 11 new colleges, bear down pitching, new Trade Hub, and more.

  • John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando gameplay features — See how the game elevates the co-op zombie-shooting genre with vehicle combat and management, combined with run-and-gun tactics, all set against an 80s action-horror aesthetic.
  • Horizon Hunters Gathering reveal — a new co-op action game from Guerrilla, where up to three players can team up to take down dangerous machines, both big and small, where tactics and teamwork will be essential.

The Cast

Sid Shuman – Senior Director of Content Communications, SIE

Tim Turi – Content Communications Manager, SIE

Brett Elston – Manager, Content Communications, SIE

O’Dell Harmon Jr. – Content Communications Specialist, 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: Rustic

Last week, we asked you to slow things down and enjoy the rustic life using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here’s are this week’s highlights:

jobolts_ shares Atsu playing her shamisen at a camp with the Ainu tribe in Ghost of Yōtei.

WildmindVP shares Layla’s cabin in the present day of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla.

RhodWulfLeon shares a one-eyed owl in a tavern in Star Wars Outlaws.

RazinZamee shares Ellie and baby JJ sitting on a tractor in The Last of Us Part II.

call_me_xavii shares Aloy standing outside an encampment in Horizon Forbidden West.

FlamingHobo666 shares a wizard picnicking near a pumpkin patch in Hogwarts Legacy.

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: Romantic
SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on February 11, 2026

Next week, show some love. Share romantic settings and characters from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.  

Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.0 No Aha at Full Moon will go live on February 13

Dear Trailblazers, the Honkai: Star Rail development team sends their long-awaited regards! We are thrilled to announce that a brand-new world known as Planarcadia will officially be unveiled in Version 4.0 No Aha at Full Moon. This prosperous world, renowned for its entertainment culture, is currently celebrating its unique Phantasmoon Games.

This is not only Himeko’s homeland but also the starting point for the Astral Express to set sail once again. This story of The Elation will likewise span an entire year, and the stage will not be limited to Planarcadia—the IPC’s key stronghold, Astropolis, will also make its debut later. Let us witness the convergence of The Past and Future, and join new companions Yao Guang and Sparxie in the Euphoria party of The Elation.

An arcadia where clout is king and people are amusing themselves to death

Following the journey to Amphoreus, and at Himeko’s suggestion, the Express charted a course for Planarcadia, kingdom of the Elation, to resupply and explore. Planarcadia was once a 2D World in Canvas, but under the IPC’s management, it has been revived from the flatness of a painting to become a vital territory. It is now overseen by Pearl, one of the Ten Stonehearts of the Strategic Investment Department. Today, all manner of local entertainment products have sprung up like mushrooms, with their fame spreading across the entire cosmos.

For the first stop on their journey, the Express Crew will arrive at Duomension City, situated in the heart of the arcadia. Unlike the solemn elegance of the Amphorean city-states, Duomension City is a vibrant metropolis defined by its sleek, modern aesthetic. By day, the streets are teeming with people, dazzling the eye with ubiquitous electronic screens and memetic projections. As nightfall descends, the waters of Dovebrook reflect the neon spectacle and bustling nightlife under the bright moonlight. Somewhere within the Dovebrook District lies the fabled World’s End, a tavern that serves as a vital social hub for the Masked Fools, though its exact location remains elusive. 

Furthermore, you will encounter all manner of bizarre creatures and objects active throughout the streets and alleys. Don’t be surprised, these are the local residents known as imagenae, beings born from painting and imagination. Whether it’s the towering, cool mechatron, the Meowton Station Master handling ground crew duties, or the thundercoil perched atop high towers amplifying the city’s network signals, they have long since integrated into the city’s daily life, becoming companions who live side-by-side with humanity.

Speaking of Duomension City, one highlight you can’t miss is Interplanar Jump! There are mysterious entrances scattered all over the place—just dive in to reach the marvelous Duomension. Inside, the art style of people and imagenae changes, letting you pull off moves impossible in reality, like double-jumping or walking on water. Once you enter the Duomension, you’ll transform into different forms of Trailblazemon, free to explore all the unique and fun content hidden in every corner of the city.

In Planarcadia, all conflicts and struggles are resolved through games, the most sensational of which is the Phantasmoon Games. Rumor has it that Aha personally established these games. The victor not only wins an audience with them, but also gains the authority of the Aeon of Elation for one minute. However, the games have no fixed rules—whoever catches Aha’s eye takes the lead. Thus, victory depends entirely on the participants’ capabilities and wit. A mask serves as the entry ticket for all participants, but only eight exist. 

The ferocity of the competition can be imagined. Not only are the locals of the arcadia, the Xianzhou Alliance, the Masked Fools, and the IPC getting involved, but even the Stellaron Hunters have arrived with their own agenda. Silver Wolf and Blade seem to have already made their move… Are they here for the Phantasmoon Games too? Who will obtain this incredibly precious invitation? Under the facade of Elation, is there some hidden conspiracy? It’s up to you to explore and find the answers.

Get a Charming Partner in the form of Aha Instants

In Planarcadia, even combat falls under the gaze of The Laughter. When characters of The Elation Path join the team, or when fighting special enemies, you will accumulate Punchlines. As Punchlines stack up and Aha’s excitement peaks, they will personally take the stage, triggering an Aha Instant. During this phase, Aha will lead the team’s Elation characters to unleash Elation Skills one by one. The more Punchlines you have, the stronger the skill effects. After the Aha Instant concludes, all Elation Path characters will receive their unique Certified Banger buffs, adding layers of strategy to your combat.

In the new version, Trailblazers will welcome two powerful new 5-star characters to their roster. First up is the Seer Strategist of the Xianzhou Alliance’s Yuque ship: General Yao Guang. Previously a voice without a face in the storyline, she is finally making her official debut. As the senior soror to the familiar Master Diviner Fu Xuan, Yao Guang serves as a vital strategic advisor to the Alliance during dire straits. To the people of the Xianzhou, she is affectionately known as Madam Yao, a goddess of fortune capable of averting crises and divining weal through her calculations. 

As a Physical character following the Path of Elation, Yao Guang specializes in manipulating the tide of battle with Weal and Woe Lots. Drawing a Weal Lot boosts the team’s Elation and grants Punchline stacks when she uses her Skill. Conversely, during an Aha Instant, she casts a Woe Lot, increasing the DMG taken by enemies while recovering Skill Points for the team. 

Yao Guang’s Certified Banger buff allows teammates to deal additional Elation DMG with their attacks—and if those attacks consume Skill Points, the DMG is further increased. Furthermore, her Ultimate not only provides Punchline stacks to the team but also immediately triggers an extra Aha Instant, boosting All-Type RES PEN for all allies.

Another mysterious 5-star character following the Path of Elation is Sparxie. Bearing a striking resemblance to the Masked Fool players know as Sparkle, she’s the hottest streamer in Planarcadia. In the storyline, Sparxie and Sparkle will appear together to bring the Trailblazer a unique surprise. During combat, Sparxie taps into her streamer persona, opening a livestream room to engage in a PK upvote battle against enemies. 

Players can continuously consume Skill Points to send random Gifts to Sparxie, regenerating varying amounts of Skill Points or Punchlines for the team. The more Skill Points consumed, the more Punchlines the team gains, resulting in higher final DMG. During an Aha Instant, Sparxie initiates a chaotic lucky draw, dealing massive DMG to all enemies with multiple bounce attacks. Under the Certified Banger state, every time a Gift appears during the PK, Additional Elation DMG is dealt to a random single enemy target during settlement. Additionally, Sparxie’s Ultimate also deals extra Elation DMG.

It’s worth mentioning that the limited 5-star characters Black Swan, Evernight, and Hysilens will be featured in the Warp events during the first half of Version 4.0, while Sparkle, Cerydra, and Rappa will appear in the second half. Furthermore, the old partners Black Swan and Sparkle will be receiving buffs. They’ll continue to be your reliable allies in the upcoming journey to Planarcadia.

New events galore

Alongside the massive Main Story update, Version 4.0’s new events are just as hyped. When taking a break from exploring the arcadia, Trailblazers can invite friends to join the lighthearted Cosmicon Collective battle formidable foes through card duels and strive for the pinnacle of cosmic combat power! Another unmissable event is the operation of Furbobo Weekly.  In this event, you’ll experience the busy yet fun life of a magazine editor-in-chief and get a taste of a whole new walk of life. Furthermore, Currency Wars is expanding for the first time, adding new characters and mechanics. The Divergent Universe has also been updated — look forward to the extra fun they’ll bring.

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Gaming experience optimization

Finally, this update will optimize daily system functions for all Trailblazers: Assignments will no longer be restricted by fixed times or characters, allowing Trailblazers to claim rewards and dispatch characters at any time. Additionally, the Relic and Team Lineup systems will also be optimized and upgraded to provide a more convenient gaming experience.

After the version update, simply log in and check in to receive 20 Warps, plus claim a free new Outfit for Ruan Mei and a 5-star character of your choice! At the same time, Yao Guang’s Weal Sign event will bring everyone a bonus of 1600 Stellar Jades may the Blessings of Good Fortune be with every Trailblazer on their journey in the new version! In addition, new Trailblaze Attire including a new Outfit and headwear for the Trailblazer will also be unveiled, which is sure to make your journey even more spectacular. Stay tuned for more game details.

Announcing Horizon Hunters Gathering, Guerrilla’s new co-op action game 

Today marks a monumental step for Guerrilla as a studio, as we announce our new chapter in the Horizon universe: Horizon Hunters Gathering

Announcing Horizon Hunters Gathering, Guerrilla’s new co-op action game 

With the very first ideas that shaped the world of Horizon, we dreamed of players hunting machines together. We started with a small group of Guerrillas – including myself back in the days as Design Director – and began exploring what that could look like. Drawing on our experience from the Killzone multiplayer titles and the momentum of Horizon Zero Dawn, we set out to bring cooperative action into the Horizon franchise.

Since then, the team and the game have grown tremendously. Throughout its development we’ve done extensive testing, patching, and feedback iteration. One of my favorite moments was our first in-studio playtest with the entire team: a special milestone where the vision and hard work from every discipline finally came together in a playable form. It’s always nerve-wracking to share early builds, but moments like that test, as well as today’s announcement, make it worthwhile. 

Horizon Hunters Gathering is a cooperative action game (developed by Guerrilla for PS5 and PC) that lets up to three players team up as heroic Hunters to protect a world under threat from deadly machines. Combat is tactical, reactive, and deeply skill-based, building on the tactical precision of the Horizon games while embracing the dynamics of team play. 

The foundation of Horizon Hunters Gathering centers around challenging and replayable hunts. Today we’re revealing two game modes: Machine Incursion, a high-intensity mission where waves of machines pour out from underground gateways, led by a formidable boss; and Cauldron Descent, a longer, multi-stage trial in which ever-changing rooms push Hunters to their limits, from brutal machine encounters to hidden doors that promise power and reward for teams prepared to open them. 

Both modes will be available in our upcoming closed playtest through the PlayStation Beta Program on PS5 and PC. We’re excited for players to get hands-on and help shape the game with their feedback.  

In Horizon Hunters Gathering, you choose from a roster of uniquely skilled Hunters – each with distinct melee or ranged playstyles and weapons – and select Hunter roles further embedded with a rogue-lite perk system to craft the build that best suits your style and your team. 

These Hunters have their own motivations and personal struggles, which comes together in new stories we want to tell in the world of Horizon. The game has a narrative campaign which will introduce new mysteries, characters, and threats, but we’re keeping it under wraps for now.  What we can say is that Hunters Gathering is fully canon and its story doesn’t stop at launch!

As you hunt dangerous machines in the wilds, you’ll travel through a range of environments that bring missions and stories to life. Each location offers its own atmosphere, challenges, and opportunities for your team to explore and master together. 

Between missions, you’ll return to Hunters Gathering: a vibrant social hub where players can connect, prepare, and celebrate victories together. Here, you can customize your Hunters, visit vendors, upgrade gear, and team up for your next adventure. 

With today’s announcement, we’re beginning a journey we hope to continue with you. Our first, small-scale closed playtest arrives at the end of February; you can sign up via the PlayStation Beta Program and mark your interest in any future Horizon Hunters Gathering playtest on PC or PS5. By the way, Horizon Hunters Gathering supports cross-play between PS5 and PC, plus cross-progression when you are logged in and save your game using the same PlayStation account!

Though it’s still early on, you can expect more regular development updates and playtest announcements from us in the coming months. To stay in the loop on all the latest news about the game, we’ve launched a brand-new Horizon Hunters Gathering Discord – we’d love to see you there!  

On a personal note, this is both an exciting and daunting step for us. Multiplayer games have always been part of our studio’s DNA, and it’s where I began my own career. Bringing a co-op hunting experience into the Horizon universe is something we’ve envisioned for a long time, and we’re approaching it with care, ambition, and passion. I hope the coming months give you a sense of the scale and complexity of what we’ve been building – or better yet, let you experience it yourself in a playtest. 

On behalf of everyone at Guerrilla, thank you to our Horizon fans and creators who support and believe in us. And welcome to all new Hunters excited to join us on this adventure. Horizon Hunters Gathering is about taking on challenges together – and we’re just getting started. 

How John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando came to life, out March 12

Hey, everyone! We’re excited to finally share a gameplay overview for Toxic Commando and announce that the game launches on March 12. We’ve been working hard on this one, and we can’t wait for you to get your hands on it.

How John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando came to life, out March 12

For those just catching up, Toxic Commando is our take on the co-op shooter genre, blending intense horde combat with vehicle-based gameplay in open environments. We wanted to give you a deeper look at how this project came together and what makes it tick.

From concept to chaos

The whole thing started with a pitch from Saber Interactive’s CEO, Matt Karch: World War Z meets Mudrunner. Picture enormous hordes of enemies swarming players who need to use a variety of vehicles to survive. We thought it was a cool concept that played to our strengths at Saber, so we dove into research and prototyping. What emerged was something we’re really proud of—a unique blend of vehicle-based gameplay in open environments combined with action-packed fights against massive enemy hordes.

Striking the balance: Wheels vs. boots

One question we get a lot is how we balanced the driving and FPS aspects. The answer? We didn’t want to force you into one playstyle or the other. Our game design encourages exploration, and it’s up to you how much you want to lean on vehicles to tackle missions. There are obvious benefits to driving—mobility, protection, mounted weapons—but we never want you to feel locked behind the wheel.

Our goal was simple: make vehicles fun and beneficial for players who want to use them, then let you decide how much time you spend driving versus on foot. Both approaches should feel viable and, most importantly, fun to play.

Co-op that puts strategy in your hands

Most missions in Toxic Commando are nonlinear. You’ll have multiple subobjectives that can be completed in any order, which means you and your squad can choose to stick together or split up to tackle objectives in parallel. The choice is yours.

Each playthrough also shakes things up with different vehicle spawns and class/loadout selections, so you’ll need to communicate with your team and plan accordingly to create good synergy. We wanted to encourage real player coordination and strategic thinking, adding a fresh layer to the classic co-op shooter experience.

Building a world that feels real (and ridiculous)

When it came to crafting the lore and universe of Toxic Commando, we had a few guiding principles. First, we wanted a world that felt recognizable but was set in the near future—just advanced enough to have some cool tech without feeling like a massive leap from our own reality.

Second, we wanted our characters to be aware of the tropes they’re living through. They’re in the middle of a zombie apocalypse, dealing with completely over-the-top situations that are both terrifying and—let’s be honest—a bit ridiculous. We lean into that with the dialogue and scenarios, which create some really memorable interactions.

But here’s the thing: while we embrace comedic elements and want players to have a blast, we’re not interested in making fun of the games and movies that inspired us. We approach this with earnestness because we genuinely love this stuff.

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Our love letter to ’80s action horror

Speaking of influences, we drew heavily from ’80s films and television. The path to John Carpenter was a natural one: which great director or movies fit into that kind of sphere? John Carpenter’s Escape from New York is probably the most obvious reference, but you’ll also find DNA from Big Trouble in Little China, The Thing, They Live, and Prince of Darkness woven throughout. John Carpenter’s involvement went beyond guidance, feedback, and direction on the story—he also composed Toxic Commando’s music. The team also looked at Dan O’Bannon’s Return of the Living Dead, Lamberto Bava’s Demons, Stuart Gordon’s Re-Animator, and even a bit of The A-Team. 

What we love about those properties is the big energy and bombastic tone. It wasn’t about copying specific set pieces or scenes—it was about capturing that feeling. There’s a lack of self-consciousness in a lot of late ’70s to early ’90s action and action-horror cinema that we really appreciated. Those characters aren’t winking at the camera; they’re in over their heads and rolling with it. Our characters know what zombies are, but when faced with a horde, they’re not stopping to break the fourth wall or crack wise about clichés—they’re fighting for survival.

The past fifty years of cinema have given us wonderful examples of ragtag groups of underdog heroes—from Star Wars to Goonies to Guardians of the Galaxy—alongside true masterpieces of horror. We wanted to blend those ideas: what happens when you drop a bickering found family of action-adventure heroes into a horror movie? That’s the core of what we’re exploring with Toxic Commando.

John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando is scheduled to be released on March 12. We can’t wait for you to experience this new co-op zombie shooter with a vehicle twist. Thanks for reading, and we’ll see you out there!

PlayStation Store: January 2026’s top downloads

It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. January saw players continue to scavenge, fight, and extract in Arc Raiders, which topped the US PS5 charts, while players in the EU prepared for the World Cup with EA Sports FC 26. The new fighter 2XKO debuted in the top three on the free-to-play charts. 

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

PS5 Games

US/CanadaEU
ARC RaidersEA SPORTS FC 26
Grand Theft Auto VARC Raiders
NBA 2K26Grand Theft Auto V
MinecraftUFC 5
EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26Minecraft
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7Forza Horizon 5
EA SPORTS FC 26It Takes Two
UFC 5Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
Forza Horizon 5Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora
Avatar: Frontiers of PandoraHogwarts Legacy
Battlefield 6The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Fallout 4Among Us
EA SPORTS College Football 26NBA 2K26
Among UsClair Obscur: Expedition 33
It Takes TwoBattlefield 6
NHL 26Fallout 4
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
Hogwarts LegacyThe Crew Motorfest
Ghost of YōteiSplit Fiction
Mortal Kombat 1ARK: Survival Ascended

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

PS4 Games

US/CanadaEU
Red Dead Redemption 2Red Dead Redemption 2
Call of Duty: Black Ops IIIEA Sports FC 26
MinecraftA Way Out
Batman: Arkham KnightMinecraft
STAR WARS Battlefront IIGrand Theft Auto V
Grand Theft Auto VBatman: Arkham Knight
Gang BeastsThe Forest
Mortal Kombat XUnravel Two
God of WarGod of War
A Way OutNeed for Speed Heat
Middle-earth: Shadow of WarSTAR WARS Battlefront II
The ForestTomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Need for Speed HeatKingdom Come: Deliverance
theHunter: Call of the WildHogwarts Legacy
Fallout 76Gang Beasts
God of War III RemasteredMiddle-earth: Shadow of War
Call of Duty: WWIItheHunter: Call of the Wild
CupheadMortal Kombat X
BloodborneFirewatch
Kingdom Come: DeliveranceCall of Duty: Black Ops III

*Naming of products may differ between regions 

PS VR2 Games*

US/CanadaEU
Beat SaberJob Simulator
Job SimulatorBeat Saber
Among Us 3D: VRAmong Us 3D: VR
Alien: Rogue Incursion VRMetro Awakening
Arizona Sunshine RemakeAlien: Rogue Incursion VR
Metro AwakeningHorizon Call of the Mountain
Swordsman VRArizona Sunshine Remake
The Walking Dead: Saints & SinnersFlight Simulator Delivery 2025 VR
Arizona Sunshine 2Swordsman VR
PavlovPavlov

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

Free to Play (PS5 + PS4)

US/CanadaEU
FortniteFortnite
RobloxRoblox
2XKORocket League
Marvel RivalsCall of Duty: Warzone
HighguardeFootball
Rocket LeagueArknights: Endfield
Call of Duty: WarzoneWhere Winds Meet (F2P)
Where Winds Meet (F2P)Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege X – Free Access
Arknights: EndfieldAsphalt Legends
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege X – Free Access2XKO

MLB The Show 26 gameplay revealed

MLB The Show fans, the time is here. San Diego Studio couldn’t be more excited to share all of the new updates we have in store for MLB The Show 26. This year, we’re giving you more control, deeper immersion, and more action on and off the field. 

MLB The Show 26 gameplay revealed

Road to The Show: More to the journey 

This year, Road To The Show builds on what you loved in ‘25, creating an even more immersive experience. We’ve: 

  • Expanded the amateur experience to add more realism to your story on the way to The Show
  • Added 11 additional college teams for a total of 19 schools including: University of Arkansas, University of Florida, Stanford University and University of Michigan
  • Brought in the (CWS) officially licensed NCAA Men’s College World Series format and bracket 
  • Introduced new goals that keep you pushing to progress throughout your career 

We’re also proud to announce, Road To The Show: Road to Cooperstown. Start from high school, build your legacy, and see if you can make it all the way to the Hall of Fame in this all-new feature in Road To The Show. Are you up for the challenge?

Diamond Dynasty*: All new ways to compete including The World Baseball Classic 

Diamond Dynasty is back and better than ever with new ways to play. Be sure to check out:  

  • The World Baseball Classic content returns to DD, now featuring WBC ballparks including the Tokyo Dome and Estadio Hiram Bithorn. 
  • Mini-seasons overhaul 
  • New rewards, programs, and collections
  • More live-service updates for exciting challenges and experiences

Storylines*: Negro Leagues Season 4

The award-winning game mode returns with all-new legends, uniforms, and a new stadium to celebrate the stories of some of the most impactful, yet largely unknown, ballplayers in history. 

Franchise: More realism and control 

Franchise mode has some exciting updates that put you in position to build a dynasty:

  • New Trade Experience incorporating a new Trade Logic System featuring the comprehensive Trade HUB.
  • Modernized logic including lineup, starting pitcher rotation, and bullpen games to reflect current MLB trends.
  • A more approachable Franchise experience that lets you tailor your desired level of control & gameplay to get through more seasons.

New gameplay updates in ShowTech for the most authentic on-field baseball experience

Gameplay is the bread and butter of the MLB The Show franchise and this year we’re aiming to continue that tradition by adding new features and refining the game experience. 

 Here’s what’s new in ‘26:

  • Big Zone hitting is a new batting interface for players of all skill levels
  • Play at three new stadiums including: The Tokyo Dome, Estadio Hiram Bithorn, and Terrapin Park 
  • Bear Down Pitching gives you more control in the clutch situations 
  • Hits per 9 innings and strikeouts per 9 innings attribute splits and pitch repertoire usage rate
  • Reaction rating attributes for fielders (left, right, forward, and back)
  • Catcher Pop Time attribute 
  • Plate Coverage Indicator sensitivity slider for more control over your PCI
  • Added over 500 new gameplay animations
    • Re-captured all knee down catcher animations which includes throws, blocked balls, wild pitches and more

Stay tuned for what’s next

Coming up: Fielding Feedback 2.0 returns with updates on all things MLB The Show 26. Plus, we’ll be announcing more feature premieres in the coming weeks including a deep dive into what’s new in Road To The Show. 

Sign up for Scouting Report

Sign up for the MLB The Show Scouting Report — it’s the best way to stay updated on the latest news on MLB The Show 26. Plus, when you do, you’ll unlock a monthly scouting report pack. It all starts in April 2026, so sign up today on TheShow.com!

Pre-order MLB The Show 26 now

Get ready to leave your mark. Pre-orders are open now and MLB The Show 26 launches on March 17, with early access starting on March 13 for the Digital Deluxe Edition. 

Pre-order loyalty discount for previous MLB The Show owners

We are also happy to announce a new loyalty discount**. You will receive 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order if you have purchased any digital version of MLB The Show that’s been released since MLB The Show 21. Note that this pre-loyalty offer will be live soon after pre-orders open.

Now & Later Packs are back

Earn your packs in the XP Path and Now & Later Program in ‘25 and get vouchers that will automatically be redeemed* into The Show Packs when logging into MLB The Show 26 with the same account you used in ‘25. The Now & Later Program goes live at 12 pm PST today and you can score up to 12 additional packs. Plus, get a Carlos Beltrán player item to use in MLB The Show 25 and a different Carlos Beltrán player item in ‘26.     

Stay updated for what’s on deck

There’s a lot more excitement ahead between now and launch. In the meantime, sign up for The Scouting Report, and be sure to follow us on X, Facebook, and Instagram

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**Discount reflected in cart. Must be signed into your account. Only applies to same platform purchases. For Nintendo Switch, since MLB The Show 22

(For Southeast Asia) Announcing Festive New Year 2026 Sales and PlayStation x Wiggle Wiggle Merchandise Collaboration

Hi everyone,

We are excited to announce Festive New Year Sale campaign that is headlined by KIM CHAEWON, from chart topping group LE SSERAFIM. 

You can watch the first video of Festive New Year campaign and read Q&A with KIM CHAEWON here. Look out for our social campaign on how to win DualSense wireless controllers signed by KIM CHAEWON in our Asia social media channels, as well as three more videos coming from 4th till 6th February. 

PlayStation Festive New Year Sale 2026 runs from 6th February till 19th February in participating retailers (while supplies last) and it will feature discounts on PS5 consoles, peripherals and games, such as:

  • PS5 Consoles (product availability varies by country): SGD 70 / MYR 240 /  THB 1,800 / IDR 810,000 / PHP 2,800 Off
  • PlayStation VR2: SGD 140 / MYR 480 / THB 3,600 / IDR 1,620,000 / PHP 5,600 / VND 2,610,000 Off
  • PS Portal: SGD 28 / MYR 90 / THB 700 / IDR 340,000 Off
  • Discounts on PS5 titles, such as Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On The BeachAstro BotMarvel’s Spider-Man 2 and God of War™ Ragnarök

For more details on the sales, please scroll down below to see full table of the sales promotion or visit the promo website here.

Stay tuned to our social channels for deals on digital games and PS Plus memberships.

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Additionally, we are collaborating with cult casual lifestyle brand from South Korea, Wiggle Wiggle, on Love of Play merchandise series that features PlayStation-branded Washable Home Slippers, Acrylic Clips (2 pieces set) and Acrylic Coaster*. 

Fans can get this limited-edition set by joining select PlayStation Asia social activities during the campaign.

Starting today, a creative Instagram Stories sticker contest is live on the official PlayStation Asia IG channel, giving participants a chance to win a Wiggle Wiggle Gift Set. Fans are invited to use the exclusive Stories template, decorate it with stickers and GIFs, and share it on their Instagram Stories while tagging PlayStation Asia IG channel to enter.

*Available in South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines. 

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Singapore

PlayStation 5 ConsolesOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5SGD 799SGD 729
PlayStation®5 console – Digital EditionSGD 669SGD 599
PlayStation®5 ProSGD 1,069SGD 999
PeripheralsOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
DualSense Wireless controller – WhiteSGD 107.00SGD 86.90
DualSense Wireless controller – Midnight BlackSGD 107.00SGD 86.90
DualSense Wireless controller – Cosmic RedSGD 107.00SGD 86.90
DualSense Wireless controller – Nova PinkSGD 107.00SGD 86.90
DualSense Wireless controller – Galactic PurpleSGD 107.00SGD 86.90
DualSense Wireless controller – Starlight BlueSGD 107.00SGD 86.90
DualSense Wireless controller – Gray CamouflageSGD 107.00SGD 86.90
DualSense™ wireless controller – Volcanic RedSGD 114.00SGD 89.90
DualSense™ wireless controller – Cobalt BlueSGD 114.00SGD 89.90
DualSense™ wireless controller – Sterling SilverSGD 114.00SGD 89.90
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma TealSGD 114.00SGD 93.90
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma IndigoSGD 114.00SGD 93.90
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma PearlSGD 114.00SGD 93.90
PULSE Elite™ – WhiteSGD 199.90SGD 171.90
PULSE Elite™ – Midnight BlackSGD 199.90SGD 171.90
Pulse Explore Wireless EarbudsSGD 295.90SGD 256.90
Pulse Explore Wireless Earbuds – Midnight BlackSGD 295.90SGD 256.90
DualSense Edge Wireless ControllerSGD 295.90SGD 256.90
DualSense Edge Wireless Controller – Midnight BlackSGD 295.90SGD 256.90
PlayStation Access ControllerSGD 128.90SGD 100.90
PlayStation®VR2SGD 649.00SGD 509.00
PlayStation Portal™ Remote Player – WhiteSGD 295.90SGD 267.90
PlayStation Portal™ Remote Player – Midnight BlackSGD 295.90SGD 267.90
Game Titles (PS5)Original SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5 Astro BotSGD 79.90SGD 54.90
PlayStation®5 Gran Turismo® 7SGD 97.90SGD 40.90
PlayStation®5 God of War™ RagnarökSGD 97.90SGD 27.90
PlayStation®5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2SGD 97.90SGD 40.90
PlayStation®5 Rise of the Ronin™SGD 97.90SGD 40.90
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part II RemasteredSGD 67.90SGD 40.90
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part ISGD 97.90SGD 40.90
PlayStation®5 Ghost of Tsushima Director’s CutSGD 97.90SGD 40.90
PlayStation®5 Helldivers 2SGD 54.90SGD 40.90
PlayStation®5 Until DawnSGD 79.90SGD 40.90
PlayStation®5 Horizon Zero Dawn RemasteredSGD 67.90SGD 27.90
PlayStation®5 LEGO Horizon Adventures SGD 54.90SGD 27.90
PlayStation®5 Stellar BladeSGD 97.90SGD 54.90
PlayStation®5 Death Stranding 2: On The BeachSGD 97.90SGD 67.90
PlayStation®5 Lost Soul AsideSGD 79.90SGD 54.90
PlayStation®5 Ghost of Yotei Standard EditionSGD 97.90SGD 67.90

Philippines

PlayStation 5 ConsolesOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5 ConsolePHP 30,790PHP 27,990
PlayStation®5 Console – Two DualSense™ Wireless Controllers BundlePHP 33,990PHP 31,190
PeripheralsOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
DualSense™ wireless controller – WhitePHP 4,290PHP 3,570
DualSense™wireless controller – Midnight BlackPHP 4,290PHP 3,570
DualSense™ wireless controller – Cosmic RedPHP 4,290PHP 3,570
DualSense™ wireless controller – Nova PinkPHP 4,290PHP 3,570
DualSense™ wireless controller – Galactic PurplePHP 4,290PHP 3,570
DualSense™ wireless controller – Starlight BluePHP 4,290PHP 3,570
DualSense™ wireless controller – Gray CamouflagePHP 4,290PHP 3,570
DualSense™ wireless controller – Volcanic RedPHP 4,590PHP 3,870
DualSense™ wireless controller – Sterling SilverPHP 4,590PHP 3,870
DualSense™ wireless controller – Cobalt BluePHP 4,590PHP 3,870
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma TealPHP 4,590PHP 3,870
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma IndigoPHP 4,590PHP 3,870
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma PearlPHP 4,590PHP 3,870
PULSE Elite™ – WhitePHP 8,390PHP 7,290
PULSE Elite™ – Midnight BlackPHP 8,390PHP 7,290
PULSE Explore™ – WhitePHP 12,490PHP 10,790
PULSE Explore™ – Midnight BlackPHP 12,490PHP 10,790
DualSense Edge Wireless Controller – WhitePHP 12,490PHP 11,240
DualSense Edge Wireless Controller – Midnight BlackPHP 12,490PHP 11,240
PlayStation Access ControllerPHP 5,090PHP 3,790
PlayStation®VR2PHP 24,990PHP 19,390
Game Titles (PS5)Original SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5 Astro BotPHP 2,990PHP 1,990
PlayStation®5 Gran Turismo® 7PHP 3,490PHP 1,490
PlayStation®5 God of War™ RagnarökPHP 3,490PHP 1,490
PlayStation®5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2PHP 3,490PHP 1,490
PlayStation®5 Rise of the Ronin™PHP 3,490PHP 1,490
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part II RemasteredPHP 2,490PHP 1,490
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part IPHP 3,490PHP 1,490
PlayStation®5 Ghost of Tsushima Director’s CutPHP 3,490PHP 1,490
PlayStation®5 Until DawnPHP 2,990PHP 1,490
PlayStation®5 Horizon Zero Dawn RemasteredPHP 2,490PHP 990
PlayStation®5 LEGO Horizon Adventures PHP 1,990PHP 990
PlayStation®5 Stellar BladePHP 3,490PHP 1,990
PlayStation®5 Death Stranding 2: On The BeachPHP 3,490PHP 2,490
PlayStation®5 Lost Soul AsidePHP 2,990PHP 1,990
PlayStation®5 Ratchet & Clank: Rift ApartPHP 3,490PHP 1,490
PlayStation®5 Ghost of Yotei Standard EditionPHP 3,490PHP 2,490

Malaysia

PlayStation 5 ConsolesOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5MYR 2,499MYR 2,259
PlayStation®5 console – Digital EditionMYR 2,069MYR 1,829
PlayStation®5 ProMYR 3,849MYR 3,609
PeripheralsOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
DualSense™ wireless controller – WhiteMYR 369MYR 315
DualSense™wireless controller – Midnight BlackMYR 369MYR 315
DualSense™ wireless controller – Cosmic RedMYR 369MYR 315
DualSense™ wireless controller – Nova PinkMYR 369MYR 315
DualSense™ wireless controller – Galactic PurpleMYR 369MYR 315
DualSense™ wireless controller – Starlight BlueMYR 369MYR 315
DualSense™ wireless controller – Gray CamouflageMYR 369MYR 315
DualSense™ wireless controller – Volcanic RedMYR 399MYR 345
DualSense™ wireless controller – Cobalt BlueMYR 399MYR 345
DualSense™ wireless controller – Sterling SilverMYR 399MYR 345
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma IndigoMYR 399MYR 345
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma PearlMYR 399MYR 345
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma TealMYR 399MYR 345
PlayStation Portal™ Remote Player – WhiteMYR 999MYR 909
PlayStation Portal™ Remote Player – Midnight BlackMYR 999MYR 909
DualSense Edge WhiteMYR 999MYR 869
DualSense Edge Midnight BlackMYR 999MYR 869
PULSE Elite™ – WhiteMYR 699MYR 609
PULSE Elite™ – Midnight BlackMYR 699MYR 609
PULSE Explore™ – WhiteMYR 999MYR 869
PULSE Explore™ – Midnight BlackMYR 999MYR 869
PlayStation Access ControllerMYR 449MYR 359
PlayStation®VR2MYR 2,099MYR 1,619
Game Titles (PS5)Original SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5 Astro BotMYR 249MYR 169
PlayStation®5 Gran Turismo® 7MYR 299MYR 129
PlayStation®5 God of War™ RagnarökMYR 299MYR 89
PlayStation®5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2MYR 299MYR 129
PlayStation®5 Rise of the Ronin™MYR 299MYR 129
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part II RemasteredMYR 209MYR 129
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part IMYR 299MYR 129
PlayStation®5 Ghost of Tsushima Director’s CutMYR 299MYR 129
PlayStation®5 Helldivers 2MYR 169MYR 129
PlayStation®5 Until DawnMYR 249MYR 129
PlayStation®5 Horizon Zero Dawn RemasteredMYR 209MYR 89
PlayStation®5 LEGO Horizon Adventures MYR 169MYR 89
PlayStation®5 Stellar BladeMYR 299MYR 169
PlayStation®5 Death Stranding 2: On The BeachMYR 299MYR 209
PlayStation®5 Lost Soul AsideMYR 249MYR 169
PlayStation®5 Ghost of YoteiMYR 299MYR 209

Thailand

PlayStation 5 ConsolesOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5THB 18,690THB 16,890
PlayStation®5 console – Digital EditionTHB 15,690THB 13,890
PlayStation®5 ProTHB 29,490THB 27,690
PeripheralsOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
DualSense™ wireless controller – WhiteTHB 2,590THB 2,090
DualSense™wireless controller – Midnight BlackTHB 2,590THB 2,090
DualSense™ wireless controller – Cosmic RedTHB 2,590THB 2,090
DualSense™ wireless controller – Nova PinkTHB 2,590THB 2,090
DualSense™ wireless controller – Galactic PurpleTHB 2,590THB 2,090
DualSense™ wireless controller – Starlight BlueTHB 2,590THB 2,090
DualSense™ wireless controller – Gray CamouflageTHB 2,590THB 2,090
DualSense™ wireless controller – Volcanic RedTHB 2,690THB 2,190
DualSense™ wireless controller – Cobalt BlueTHB 2,690THB 2,190
DualSense™ wireless controller – Sterling SilverTHB 2,690THB 2,190
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma IndigoTHB 2,690THB 2,190
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma PearlTHB 2,690THB 2,190
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma TealTHB 2,690THB 2,190
PlayStation Portal™ Remote Player – WhiteTHB 7,790THB 7,090
PlayStation Portal™ Remote Player – Midnight BlackTHB 7,790THB 7,090
DualSense Edge WhiteTHB 7,790THB 6,790
DualSense Edge Midnight BlackTHB 7,790THB 6,790
PULSE Elite™ – WhiteTHB 5,190THB 4,490
PULSE Elite™ – Midnight BlackTHB 5,190THB 4,490
PULSE Explore™ – WhiteTHB 7,790THB 6,790
PULSE Explore™ – Midnight BlackTHB 7,790THB 6,790
PlayStation Access ControllerTHB 3,090THB 2,390
PlayStation®VR2THB 15,990THB 12,390
Game Titles (PS5)Original SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5 Astro BotTHB 1,990THB 1,290
PlayStation®5 Gran Turismo® 7THB 2,290THB 990
PlayStation®5 God of War™ RagnarökTHB 2,290THB 690
PlayStation®5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2THB 2,290THB 990
PlayStation®5 Rise of the Ronin™THB 2,290THB 990
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part II RemasteredTHB 1,690THB 990
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part ITHB 2,290THB 990
PlayStation®5 Ghost of Tsushima Director’s CutTHB 2,290THB 990
PlayStation®5 Helldivers 2THB 1,290THB 990
PlayStation®5 Until DawnTHB 1,990THB 990
PlayStation®5 Horizon Zero Dawn RemasteredTHB 1,690THB 690
PlayStation®5 LEGO Horizon Adventures THB 1,290THB 690
PlayStation®5 Stellar BladeTHB 2,290THB 1,290
PlayStation®5 Death Stranding 2: On The BeachTHB 2,290THB 1,690
PlayStation®5 Lost Soul AsideTHB 1,990THB 1,290
PlayStation®5 Ghost of YoteiTHB 2,290THB 1,690

Indonesia

PlayStation 5 ConsolesOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5IDR 9,699,000IDR 8,889,000
PlayStation®5 console – Digital EditionIDR 8,199,000IDR 7,389,000
PeripheralsOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
DualSense™ wireless controller – WhiteIDR 1,359,000IDR 1,109,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Midnight BlackIDR 1,359,000IDR 1,109,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Cosmic RedIDR 1,359,000IDR 1,109,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Nova PinkIDR 1,359,000IDR 1,109,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Galactic PurpleIDR 1,359,000IDR 1,109,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Starlight BlueIDR 1,359,000IDR 1,109,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Gray CamouflageIDR 1,359,000IDR 1,109,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Volcanic RedIDR 1,449,000IDR 1,199,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Cobalt BlueIDR 1,449,000IDR 1,199,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Sterling SilverIDR 1,449,000IDR 1,199,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma IndigoIDR 1,449,000IDR 1,199,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma PearlIDR 1,449,000IDR 1,199,000
DualSense™ wireless controller – Chroma TealIDR 1,449,000IDR 1,199,000
PlayStation Portal™ Remote Player – WhiteIDR 3,599,000IDR 3,259,000
PlayStation Portal™ Remote Player – Midnight BlackIDR 3,599,000IDR 3,259,000
PULSE Elite™ – WhiteIDR 2,499,000IDR 2,159,000
PULSE Elite™ – Midnight BlackIDR 2,499,000IDR 2,159,000
PULSE Explore™ – WhiteIDR 3,599,000IDR 3,129,000
PULSE Explore™ – Midnight BlackIDR 3,599,000IDR 3,129,000
PlayStation Access ControllerIDR 1,649,000IDR 1,309,000
PlayStation®VR2IDR 7,799,000IDR 6,179,000
Game Titles (PS5)Original SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5 Astro BotIDR 879,000IDR 579,000
PlayStation®5 Gran Turismo® 7IDR 1,029,000IDR 439,000
PlayStation®5 God of War™ RagnarökIDR 1,029,000IDR 289,000
PlayStation®5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2IDR 1,029,000IDR 439,000
PlayStation®5 Rise of the Ronin™IDR 1,029,000IDR 439,000
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part II RemasteredIDR 729,000IDR 439,000
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part IIDR 1,029,000IDR 439,000
PlayStation®5 Ghost of Tsushima Director’s CutIDR 1,029,000IDR 439,000
PlayStation®5 Helldivers 2IDR 579,000IDR 439,000
PlayStation®5 Until DawnIDR 879,000IDR 439,000
PlayStation®5 Horizon Zero Dawn RemasteredIDR 729,000IDR 289,000
PlayStation®5 LEGO Horizon Adventures IDR 579,000IDR 289,000
PlayStation®5 Stellar BladeIDR 1,029,000IDR 579,000
PlayStation®5 Death Stranding 2: On The BeachIDR 1,029,000IDR 729,000
PlayStation®5 Lost Soul AsideIDR 879,000IDR 579,000
PlayStation®5 Ghost of YoteiIDR 1,029,000IDR 729,000

Vietnam

PeripheralsOriginal SRPPromotion SRP
DualSense Edge WhiteVND 5,699,000VND 4,949,000
DualSense Edge Midnight BlackVND 5,699,000VND 4,949,000
PULSE Elite™ – WhiteVND 3,999,000VND 3,479,000
PULSE Elite™ – Midnight BlackVND 3,999,000VND 3,479,000
PULSE Explore™ – WhiteVND 5,699,000VND 4,949,000
PULSE Explore™ – Midnight BlackVND 5,699,000VND 4,949,000
PlayStation Access ControllerVND 2,599,000VND 2,079,000
PlayStation®VR2VND 12,990,000VND 10,380,000
Game Titles (PS5)Original SRPPromotion SRP
PlayStation®5 Astro BotVND 1,499,000VND 999,000
PlayStation®5 Gran Turismo® 7VND 1,799,000VND 749,000
PlayStation®5 God of War™ RagnarökVND 1,799,000VND 499,000
PlayStation®5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2VND 1,799,000VND 749,000
PlayStation®5 Rise of the Ronin™VND 1,799,000VND 749,000
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part II RemasteredVND 1,249,000VND 749,000
PlayStation®5 The Last of Us™ Part IVND 1,799,000VND 749,000
PlayStation®5 Until DawnVND 1,499,000VND 749,000
PlayStation®5 Horizon Zero Dawn RemasteredVND 1,249,000VND 499,000
PlayStation®5 LEGO Horizon Adventures VND 999,000VND 499,000
PlayStation®5 Stellar BladeVND 1,799,000VND 999,000
PlayStation®5 Death Stranding 2: On The BeachVND 1,799,000VND 1,249,000
PlayStation®5 Lost Soul AsideVND 1,499,000VND 999,000
PlayStation®5 Ghost of YoteiVND 1,799,000VND 1,249,000

Players’ Choice: Vote for January 2026’s best new game

Can you believe the first month of 2026 is already over? Some notable new releases in January included Arknights: Endfield, BrokenLore: Unfollow, and Cairn. Which game was your favorite?
 

How does it work? At the end of every month, PlayStation Blog will open a poll where you can vote for the best new game released that month. After the polls close we will tally your votes, and announce the winner on our social channels and PlayStation.Blog.

What is the voting criteria? That’s up to you! If you were only able to recommend one new release to a friend that month, which would it be? Note: re-released games don’t qualify, but remakes do. We define remakes as ambitious, larger-scale rebuilds such as Resident Evil 4 (2023) and Final Fantasy VII Remake.

How are nominees decided? The PlayStation Blog editorial team will gather a list of that month’s most noteworthy releases and use it to seed the poll.

Share of the Week: Speed

Last week, we asked you to speed things up and share your quickest moments using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here’s are this week’s highlights:

natazz1011 shares a moment zooming towards a planet in No Man’s Sky.

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call_me_xavii shares Atsu riding alongside a galloping group of horses in Ghost of Yōtei.

KeenEyeVP shares a BMW against a rainbow blur of a street in Gran Turismo 7.

FranTGP shares Aloy hooking herself to a flying Sunwing in Horizon Forbidden West.

parmindernangla shares a speeding Ford GT in Forza Horizon 5.

reins62831 shares a scurrying badger in Red Dead Redemption 2.

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: Rustic
SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on February 4, 2026 

Next week, we’re slowing things down to enjoy the simple life. Share rustic moments from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.