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Hello everyone. Eric from EverStone Studio, the team behind the Wuxia open-world action-adventure RPG, Where Winds Meet. I’m here to give you the low-down on all the exciting content we unveiled at our recent preview event and what you can expect at launch on November 14.

Where Winds Meet drops you into China’s Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period, a time of upheaval, change, and opportunity. It’s a true living world, filled with branching stories, side quests, and choices that matter.

Where Winds Meet is about living your own story in a world that feels real. You can go anywhere, fight anyone, and become whoever you want.

Master the battle and meet with legends

Combat is fast, flexible, and full of style. You can master traditional weapons like the sword, spear, Mo blade, and rope dart, or try creative ones like the umbrella and fan. Each has its own rhythm and tactics, backed by 12 Martial Arts sets and 23 mystical techniques. For the animations, we teamed up with Stephen Tung Wai, a four-time Hong Kong Film Award winner for Best Action Choreography.

Today we’re introducing a new weapon—the Rope Dart. This weapon is designed to use its unique strengths to target an enemy’s weaknesses, leveraging its flexibility and cunning to overcome stronger opponents. It’s a weapon that proves how softness can conquer hardness, the few can challenge the many, and cleverness can overpower brute force—even a mouse can tie up a tiger!

Martial arts are the heart of every Jianghu dream, and compelling combat lies at the core of any great wuxia game. And there’s more to come! Several new weapons and techniques are currently in development, each set to enrich the world of Where Winds Meet in the future.

You Kung Fu masters out there have a lot to look forward to, too. There are lots of bosses and enemies with different fighting styles across dozens of campaigns and regions.

In our latest reveal, players are introduced to a mysterious character previously known only as a shadowy manipulator looming behind the scenes , a pivotal figure whose presence has long been sensed but never clearly seen. This elusive strategist is none other than the widely renowned Nan Zhu. Yet, this first encounter is far from a poetic rendezvous; instead, it unfolds as a perilous game of wits and tension. With every word weaving a trap and murderous intent lurking at every turn, an ultimate fight is about to begin.

The Qinghe and Kaifeng regions

Qinghe is where every wanderer’s story begins, a peaceful region of open plains, quiet villages, and hidden mysteries. It’s the perfect place to slow down, explore, and soak in the early beauty of Where Winds Meet.

But even this tranquil land has its quirks. Rumors swirl about a troublemaker posing as a wanderer, setting wasp nests ablaze, and even stealing horses. Beneath Qinghe’s calm surface lies a network of caves filled with martial secrets and forgotten legends. From the haunted ruins of the Bodhi Sea to the watchful silence atop Halo Peak, there’s always something new waiting to be uncovered.

Kaifeng, by contrast, is the beating heart of civilization. It’s a sprawling ancient city alive with light, sound, and story. You can spend your days in the dazzling Revelry Hall, lose yourself in the bustle of the markets, or descend into the shadows of the Ghostly Market to uncover its buried secrets.

With more than 10,000 NPCs, each with their own motivations, Kaifeng feels truly alive. You can duel, trade, or befriend them, and your choices shape how they see you.

And for those who love history, there are over 1,200 cultural artifacts to collect, turning exploration into a journey through living heritage.

An adventure-packed journey

The story of Where Winds Meet begins in Qinghe, a peaceful corner of the world where the protagonist is raised by Aunt Han and Uncle Jiang. They represent home, family, and ultimately, the ones who inspired the main character’s dream of becoming a wanderer.

On the day of a local celebration, a mysterious figure steals the jade pendant the protagonist has worn since childhood. That theft sets off a chain of events that pulls the young hero into a larger conspiracy, starting with the secrets hidden behind the doors of Evercare Clinic and spiraling into a much greater adventure.

As the story expands into the Kaifeng chapter, the stakes rise. Drawn into the Heroic Assembly, the protagonist learns of the “Gold-Making Vessel” a supposed miracle treasure that may, in truth, conceal a darker purpose. What begins as a personal journey quickly becomes a struggle entangled with real historical conflicts and shadowy powers. But is this artifact truly a miraculous treasure, or is it a crucial piece of a far deeper and darker conspiracy? Players can look beyond the myths and uncover the truth hidden within the city’s shadowed corners.

Explore the unknown

We used an innovative approach that combines overt and hidden storylines. The overt storyline, told through the main chapters, follows the hero’s personal journey, charting the growth of a true hero. The hidden storyline, on the other hand, is told through fragmented narratives, with clues scattered across various details of exploration.

All of this combines to form an immersive wuxia experience. Perhaps a roadside beggar or a random book in a room will provide a clue to the hero’s identity or even impact a massive conspiracy involving the imperial court.

Launch and seasonal updates

All of Where Winds Meet’s playable in-game content is completely free! Every player can enjoy all game modes to their heart’s content without any restrictions.

Post-launch, in-game content updates will be released as themed seasons, some of which will advance the core world narrative, while others will focus on introducing new game modes and limited-time events. The first themed season is entitled Blade Out.

Where Winds Meet launches globally on November 14. Pre-download will start from November 12 at 2pm PT / 10pm GMT / 11pm CET. Don’t forget to wishlist and pre-order the game on PlayStation Store to get sweet rewards!

Launch rewards

Players will be greeted with substantial launch rewards, including three exclusive outfits and a variety of other cosmetic items. Additionally, a wealth of progression-based rewards can be claimed as players advance through the game.

First and foremost, on behalf of everyone at San Diego Studio, thank you to the fans for making 2025 a huge year for MLB The Show!

Our mission has always been to create a baseball experience that resonates with everyone from longtime veterans of the franchise to brand-new players picking up the game for the first time. And this year, the team brought fresh ways for you to enjoy the sport you love.

The development team really leaned in, bringing fans all-new ways to enjoy their favorite sport from Road To The Show’s new high school and college journeys, to Diamond Dynasty’s exciting new experiences in Diamond Quest and Weekend Classic.

We introduced gameplay innovations with ShowTech, like revamping the throw meter and adding hundreds of new animations. We also made the offseason more strategic and rewarding in Franchise Mode and proudly continued our commitment to storytelling and baseball history with another season of Storylines presents The Negro Leagues.

And that’s just the beginning.

None of this would be possible without your passion and feedback. Thank you for helping shape the future of MLB The Show. We’re listening and truly appreciate your continued support.

In fact, last year your feedback helped inform the changes and improvements we outlined that would be coming to MLB The Show 25. Thank you for helping shape the future of MLB The Show. We’re listening and truly appreciate your continued support.

MLB The Show 26, building on wins, tackling feedback, and continuing progress

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Last year, we shared information earlier in the season and we aim to continue that going forward. With that said, see below for a sneak peek at a few of our areas of focus for MLB The Show 26:

Gameplay

Gameplay continues to focus on delivering the most authentic on-field baseball experience. We’re focusing on advanced logic and new data metrics… redefining ratings, pitch effects and bat ball physics.

Diamond Dynasty

Now and Later Packs are just the beginning. We will continue delivering engaging content for players to live their MLB fantasy as well as new ways to play and use your squads.

Road To The Show

Experience the ultimate player’s path; building off ‘25, MLB The Show 26 takes Road To The Show further than ever before, with a suite of new colleges and a focus on the mid-to-late career.

Franchise

Continue evolving the front office experience by building deeper, more immersive, and challenging systems shaped by community feedback.

Storylines The Negro Leagues Season 4

Celebrate the rich history of baseball with the continuation of Storylines: The Negro Leagues, the award-winning mode that invites fans to take the field and play in the moments that shaped the careers of some of the sport’s most talented, yet often overlooked legends.

This is just the start — stay tuned for more as we head into 2026. Want to stay in the loop and help us improve? Sign up for MLB The Show’s The Scouting Report for exclusive surveys to share your feedback, get updates, and more.

If you just happen to be jumping back into MLB The Show 25, there is no better time than now, as Now & Later Packs are back this year with a new way to earn as you continue enjoying live content into the new year.

Jump start your journey in MLB The Show 26 with up to 26 The Show packs

What are Now & Later Packs?

Now & Later Packs contain items you’ve come to expect “now” from The Show Packs in MLB The Show 25 with the added bonus of allowing you to redeem a The Show Pack “later” in MLB The Show 26 at no additional cost.  

How do I earn Now & Later Packs?

• Sign up for The Scouting Report
  • Those who subscribe by Friday, November 14 at 11:59 p.m. PT will earn 5 Now & Later Packs! Your future self will thank you for this head start in 2026.

Play Diamond Dynasty Content in MLB The Show 25

• Earn additional Now & Later Packs in MLB The Show 25 starting Friday, November 21! 
• Here’s the content forecast:
  • Friday, November 21: Now & Later Packs in the 11th Inning XP Path
  • Early 2026: Now & Later Packs in a dedicated Now & Later Program

What do I get in MLB The Show 26

Each Now & Later Pack you earn in MLB The Show 25 will give out a Now & Later voucher that will automatically be redeemed into The Show Packs when logging into MLB The Show 26 during its standard release. Make sure you log into ‘26 with the same account you used to earn Now & Later Packs in ‘25.

While that’s all for today, in the meantime, get a head start and get ready to start earning those Now & Later Packs in MLB The Show 25.

For all the latest MLB The Show information, head to TheShow.com, sign up for The Scouting Report, and follow our X, Facebook, and Instagram accounts.

Suri: The Seventh Note is a rhythm-action platformer and our love letter to the games we grew up playing and adore. 

Set in a magical world, it features music-infused platforming gameplay, unlockable movement abilities, and dramatic escape sequences set and synchronised to an epic soundtrack.

You can check it out for yourself in our first-ever official gameplay trailer right here. Use headphones for the best experience.

If you like what you saw (and listened) you can wishlist it right now. Doing so helps us immensely. Why?

Adding the game to your wishlist helps bring attention to indie projects like this. If you still need more convincing? We got you covered.

So, what is Suri: The Seventh Note all about?

Set on the mystical island of Suri, the story follows Ajira, a brave young girl racing against time to save her mother’s life. Her only hope lies in finding a magical fruit that blooms deep within the heart of a land torn apart by a mysterious, corrupting rhythm.

A dark force has taken hold, warping its melodies into something sinister. To overcome it, Ajira must learn to master the rhythm, channel its power, and fight back through a world that shifts and reacts to every beat. 

And there’s more…

Welcome to the Rhythm Haptics Engine powered by the DualSense controller

We’re building Suri: The Seventh Note to be a multi-sensory rhythm experience with a system we call the Rhythm Haptics Engine. This lets us transform any track into three distinct yet equally important entities:

You hear the beat,

You see the beat,

You feel the beat.

Suri and our Rhythm Haptics Engine wouldn’t be possible without the PlayStation 5’s DualSense controller haptic feedback. You’ll feel every nuance, from the flow of a soft melody to the impact of a corrupted downbeat. It’s our way of heightening immersion while traipsing through the world of Suri: The Seventh Note. 

Backed by the PlayStation India Hero Project 

Suri: The Seventh Note is a part of PlayStation India Hero Project. We grew up playing on PlayStation consoles and they have a special place in our hearts. We’re excited to bring our own game to consoles that were integral to our childhood.

Working with PlayStation has been an incredible learning experience. The team helped us with our Rhythm Haptic Engine which allowed us to use DualSense controller haptic feedback in interesting ways. They’re absolute superheroes. With that in mind — and the reason you made it this far…

Wishlist now

Wishlisting Suri: The Seventh Note on PlayStation Store helps us in more ways than you might imagine. It tells the world there’s a real appetite for fresh gameplay experiences where music and mastery are at the forefront. 

So if what we’re building intrigues you and if you believe in rhythm as the language of storytelling, and want to experience a game that feels and sounds unlike anything else then please wishlist now on PS Store for PS5.

We’re approaching the five year anniversary of the PS5 console’s launch, and it’s amazing to see the number of  incredible experiences PS5 has brought to players everywhere – and there are more adventures to come. Through these past five years, our players have shared their reactions of awe, excitement, and surprise at the extraordinary moments  they’ve witnessed while playing PS5. That’s the inspiration for our new ad campaign – we’re capturing the spirit of these moments when the most unexpected and unforgettable experiences happen on PS5.

The video campaign, launching today, will feature three distinct stories:

The Greatest Stunt Jump Ever

The Unexpected Catch

Everyday Problems in Extraordinary Vehicles

We look forward to seeing more reactions and extraordinary moments that our fans share online with the world. There are many more incredible journeys to come as it often happens on PS5!

Learn more about the new “It Happens on PS5” campaign over at the SIE Blog.

Hello again PlayStation gamers.

We just wrapped the very first Flat2VR Studios event focused on our upcoming PlayStation VR2 games. Over the course of the event we highlighted some of your favorite developers, shared behind-the-scenes stories, and most importantly announced what’s next from our studio.

And what’s next is a month that is absolutely packed with content. Two brand new titles were revealed for PlayStation VR2, four are launching throughout November (starting with one you can play today), and one of the most anticipated shooters in VR finally has a launch date.

So let’s kick things off with the first big drop. VRacer Hoverbike is out today on PS VR2, giving you the chance to climb onto a futuristic hoverbike and hit the track. 

VRacer Hoverbike – available today

Start your engines PS VR2 gamers, VRacer Hoverbike is here. A native arcade racer built for VR, it captures the pure sensation of speed inside a headset. Every turn is controlled by leaning your body, matching the movement of your bike on screen, so the rush feels intuitive and physical without any motion sickness.

With 30 tracks, multiple game modes, and online cross-platform multiplayer, there’s plenty to master. And thanks to PS VR2 features like HDR visuals, adaptive triggers, and headset rumble, every race is sharper, smoother, and more immersive than ever. After years of refinement since its initial debut, VRacer Hoverbike has finally found its perfect track on PlayStation. 

Audio Trip – coming November 11

Revealed today for the very first time on PS VR2, Audio Trip turns your play space into your own personal dance floor. Every move is handcrafted by a professional choreographer, so when you catch gems, glide along ribbons, or smash drums, it all flows perfectly with the music. Nothing is randomized or auto-generated. It feels like you’re dancing inside the song.

With more than 120 levels across 32 tracks, plus playlists, cardio routines, and achievements to chase, there’s always a new way to play. And if that’s not enough, the built-in choreography editor lets the community create and share routines, keeping the library fresh with fan-made content.

On PS VR2, the game takes advantage of HDR, headset rumble, and eye-tracked foveated rendering to keep visuals sharp and the beat immersive. Whether you’re here for fitness, flow-state dancing, or just to nail the moves to “Gangnam Style,” Audio Trip delivers rhythm gameplay at its most creative. 

Roboquest VR – launching November 20

One of the biggest VR shooters of the year is finally locked in. Roboquest VR arrives on PS VR2 this November 20, bringing its fast-paced roguelite action to the headset in full force. Step into the role of a Guardian and tear through swarms of enemy machines in a scorched future world built for chaos and experimentation.

With more than 70 weapons to discover, every run is a new chance to unleash something wild. Dual-wield pistols for slick takedowns, charge up rocket blasts, or jump fists-first into melee with high-speed strikes. Levels shift each time you play, keeping the challenge fresh and the action relentless.

Roboquest has been fully rebuilt for VR, featuring manual reloading, interactive weapon handling, and future co-op support. On PS VR2, you’ll feel every shot and impact through adaptive triggers, refined controller haptics, headset rumble, HDR visuals, and eye-tracked foveated rendering. This is the Roboquest experience players have been waiting for, and it is almost here. 

Shadowgate VR: The Mines of Mythrok

Shadowgate has a long history on PlayStation, appearing across generations as one of gaming’s most iconic first-person adventures. Now the series steps into a new era with its debut on PS VR2.

Shadowgate VR: The Mines of Mythrok takes players deep into a lost dwarven kingdom, armed with a wand and shield to master elemental magic, solve ancient puzzles, and face towering guardians. Guided by Odin, your sharp-tongued raven companion, you’ll ride breakneck minecarts, outwit deadly traps, and uncover secrets hidden far beneath the stone.

On PS VR2, the adventure gains a new level of immersion with eye-tracked spellcasting, adaptive triggers, Sense controller haptics, headset rumble, and 120Hz performance with no reprojection. It’s the classic dungeon crawl reimagined for virtual reality, and it arrives November 25. 

Rager

Today’s show also brought a brand-new reveal for PS VR2: Rager. This is a far cry from your typical rhythm game. Instead of chasing notes, you’ll clash with robotic foes in short, high-intensity duels, face cinematic boss encounters, and fight your way up the online leaderboards. Every battle is designed to be replayed, fast and furious.

The game features twelve handcrafted stages and three massive bosses, all powered by a pounding original soundtrack that mixes darksynth, metalstep, war drums, drum and bass, and more. On PS VR2, the action will hit even harder with headset rumble and haptic feedback that sells every strike. Rager is built to get your blood pumping, and it’s coming to PlayStation next year.

For the gamers

That’s a wrap! We created this event to celebrate PlayStation VR players. Your passion and support continue to inspire us, and we’re excited to keep bringing new experiences to PS VR2.

We’re approaching the five year anniversary of the PS5 console’s launch, and it’s amazing to see the number of  incredible experiences PS5 has brought to players everywhere – and there are more adventures to come. Through these past five years, our players have shared their reactions of awe, excitement, and surprise at the extraordinary moments  they’ve witnessed while playing PS5. That’s the inspiration for our new ad campaign – we’re capturing the spirit of these moments when the most unexpected and unforgettable experiences happen on PS5.

The ad campaign, launching today, will feature three distinct stories:

The Greatest Stunt Jump Ever

The Unexpected Catch

Everyday Problems in Extraordinary Vehicles

In addition to the ad spot, we’re also bringing some of these unexpected moments into the real world, physically. From November to December, players may come across some of these themes inspired by the campaign in various locations around the world – such as UFOs landing in Australia, Spain & Germany or mysterious creatures found in Mexico, Italy & the UK. 

We look forward to seeing more reactions and extraordinary moments that our fans share online with the world. There are many more incredible journeys to come as it often happens on PS5!

Learn more about the new “It Happens on PS5” campaign over at the SIE Blog.

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Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, and Brett are back this week to talk about the new indie darling Ball x Pit, the long journey to a Death Stranding 2 platinum, Silent Hill f, and the Battlefield series’ first battle royale foray.

Stuff We Talked About

• Next week’s releases:
  • Satisfactory | PS5, PS4
  • Cairn | PS5
  • Unbeatable | PS5
  • I Hate This Place | PS5
• Loulan: The Cursed Sand announced for PS5 — Loulan explores the tale of the archaeological discovery of the Xiaohe Princess. Learn about the gameplay inspirations for this action-adventure game of a mummy who wields the power of sand.
• Battlefield: Redsec — The new free-to-play battle royale mode allows up to 100 players to compete for dominance of the battlefield on their new map, Fort Lyndon, which features a wrecked Los Angeles.
• NBA The Run announced — A new arcade basketball game is coming to PS5 that combines streetball with the pick-up-and-play aspects of classic basketball titles from decades past. 
• Resident Evil series history — Prepare for Resident Evil Requiem with a look back at the series’ history and its roots on PlayStation. See how one mansion redefined the horror genre. 
• Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow release date — Lurking onto PS VR2 December 4, Thief evolves its toolset to take full advantage of the hardware.
• PlayStation Plus Monthly Games November 
  • Stray
  • EA Sports WRC 24 
  • Totally Accurate Battle Simulator

The Cast

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Sid Shuman – Senior Director of Content Communications, SIE

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Tim Turi – Content Communications Manager, SIE

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Brett Elston – Manager, Content Communications, 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.]