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🍄 Nintendo Switch, Multi-platformStar Fox Is Back, So What's Nintendo's Excuse For Other Abandoned Franchises?
Maybe it&039;s time to dust off F-Zero and some other properties sitting on the shelf.
🎮 Multi-platformESA Says Bill Pushing For Offline Versions Of Live-Service Games Would Hurt Developers
The Entertainment Software Association is opposing new legislation in California that would require developers of online games that are shutting down to give lengthy notice beforehand, offer refunds, and make their games playable offline. Introduced by Democratic Assemblymember Chris Ward, Assembly Bill 1921(https://legiscan.com/CA/text/AB1921/id/3412286) would require game developers to "communicate specified information to purchasers and prospective purchasers of a digital game 60 days before the operator ceases to provide services." Once that server-closure day arrives, the studio would have to offer "an alternate version of, a patch or update to, or a refund for, the game." Its aims generally align with the goals of Stop Killing Games(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/lobbying-group-says-stop-killing-games-petition-would-make-games-prohibitively-expensive-to-create/1100-6532989/), an online game preservation movement that has gained traction over the past year. It also comes in the wake of high-profile live-service game failures like Concord(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/sonys-new-game-concord-going-offline-after-just-over-a-week/1100-6526235/) and Highguard(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/highguard-is-shutting-down-soon/1100-6538541/), which were abruptly taken offline and delisted shortly after launch. Continue Reading at GameSpot(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/esa-says-bill-pushing-for-offline-versions-of-live-service-games-would-hurt-developers/1100-6539851/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
🖥 PC, Multi-platformAfter A Chaotic Launch, Steam Controller Reservations Will Open Tomorrow
!Game Informer News(https://www.gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/bodydefault/public/2026/05/07/d70ab723/steamcontrolleroverview2.jpg.webp) Valve’s much-anticipated Steam Controller went on sale on Monday, May 4, and quickly sold out amid what many consider a chaotic launch. Payment processing errors at checkout prevented many customers from buying the controller before it went out of stock (which occurred in minutes), leaving frustrated players empty-handed. Valve has acknowledged this rough start and is going back to the drawing board to ensure the next wave of orders goes more smoothly. In a Steam post(https://store.steampowered.com/news/group/45479024/view/702141174212725149), Valve announced it will open a reservation queue for the Steam Controller tomorrow, May 8, starting at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET. Once you reserve your controller (limited to 1 per customer), your place in line will be saved. When the controller comes back in stock, order emails will be sent in the same order that reservations were made. Once your order email arrives, it will state that you have three days (72 hours) to complete your purchase, or you will lose your reserved controller. Those who bought a Steam Controller the first go around cannot reserve another one during this second wave. Additionally, there are two other prerequisites users must meet to purchase a Steam Controller at this juncture: - Your account must be in good standing on Steam - You must have made a purchase on Steam prior to April 27, 2026 “Replenishment of inventory will vary from region to region,” reads Valve’s Steam post. “We will start fulfilling reservations next week in the US / Canada, and UK / EU / AU in the following weeks.” The Steam Controller is priced at $99 and launches ahead of the Steam Machine console(https://gameinformer.com/2025/11/12/valve-announces-console-like-steam-machine-steam-frame-vr-headset-and-new-steam) that was announced last November. Although the Controller is designed to be compatible with the upcoming console, which is coming this year but has been delayed due to ongoing RAM shortages, it can be used independently as a dedicated PC gamepad. Reviews of the Steam Controller have been largely positive, which has contributed to its hype, so hopefully those looking to reserve one tomorrow have a much smoother time than what customers endured on Monday.
🎮 PlayStation, Multi-platformSony Removes Deals Tab From PlayStation Store
Players who constantly check PlayStation Store for the best prices may be surprised to hear that Sony has apparently removed the deals tab that has been associated with its online marketplace. A sale was previously scheduled to begin today, but there's currently no sign that it will. Push Square(https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2026/05/ps-stores-deals-section-missing-as-ps5-breaks-its-streak-of-constant-sales) was among the first outlets to notice that PlayStation Store's deals tab was missing, and we confirmed that going to the deals page on a web browser results in an error message. Pinning down a reason why has been more difficult in the absence of any official word from Sony. GameSpot has reached out to Sony for comment. Early speculation from the outlet suggested that the move may be tied to Sony's currently in-progress update for PlayStation's UI, which is in beta. Insider Gaming(https://insider-gaming.com/playstation-stores-deals-tab-has-disappeared/) has also reported that the settlement of a class-action lawsuit(https://insider-gaming.com/gamers-may-get-refunds-after-sony-playstation-digital-store-lawsuit/) against Sony could be another factor in the decision to take down the deals tab. If the settlement is accepted by the court, Sony will pay $7.8 million to players in the United States who purchased select games on PlayStation Store. Continue Reading at GameSpot(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/sony-removes-deals-tab-from-playstation-store/1100-6539852/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
🟩 Xbox, Multi-platformNew Xbox CEO Considering "Range Of Options" For Exclusive Games Going Forward - Report
One of the changes that Xbox CEO Asha Sharma could make as the new boss could pertain to Microsoft's controversial multiplatform strategy. She said as much during a recent town hall(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/microsoft-gaming-is-dead-to-be-replaced-by-return-to-xbox-branding-report/1100-6539586/), and now new reporting from The Verge(https://www.theverge.com/tech/925966/microsoft-return-to-xbox-town-hall-notepad?viewtoken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJpZCI6Ikd0NklTdmI4TUsiLCJwIjoiL3RlY2gvOTI1OTY2L21pY3Jvc29mdC1yZXR1cm4tdG8teGJveC10b3duLWhhbGwtbm90ZXBhZCIsImV4cCI6MTc3ODYwMTY5OCwiaWF0IjoxNzc4MTY5Njk4fQ.w8rV1bHh2lDbPDNEpqsJzxs3pX20kGREOeqLN6yKhTI&utmmedium=gift-link) states that Sharma is "evaluating a range of options for Xbox exclusive games." The report said Sharma is "treading carefully" and is not yet ready to sign off on "any major changes" to the policy. This is hardly a surprise. Before this, Sharma said she's trying to make "the right decision, not the fastest decision."(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/are-xbox-exclusives-coming-back-heres-what-xbox-ceo-asha-sharma-had-to-say/1100-6539615/) Whatever Sharma and the team land on in terms of exclusives will amount to "long-swinging decisions that have decade-long impact," she said. Continue Reading at GameSpot(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/new-xbox-ceo-considering-range-of-options-for-exclusive-games-going-forward-report/1100-6539853/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
🎮 Multi-platformParanormal Activity Game Canceled Because Paramount Wouldn't Give Its Devs More Time
Darkstone Digital and DreadXP have announced that they will no longer release Paranormal Activity: Threshold because Paramount would not give them more time to make the horror game. Brian Clarke, best known for being the creator of the viral horror game The Mortuary Assistant, broke the news on Darkstone Digital's X account on Wednesday. "It became clear that the game needed more time to ensure it was the best it could possibly be," Clarke explained. "DreadXP stood by my need for more time and, together, we made a request to Paramount for a time extension. Sadly, Paramount did not agree to extend development. This left me with two choices: Rush through development and release a sub-par product I would not be proud of or request we go our separate ways. I chose the latter." Continue Reading at GameSpot(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/paranormal-activity-game-canceled-because-paramount-wouldnt-give-its-devs-more-time/1100-6539847/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
🖥 PC, Multi-platformValve is fighting Steam Controller scalpers with a new reservations system
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out quickly when it went on sale on Monday, and the company is going to open a "reservations queue" on Friday at 1PM ET for anyone who missed that initial run. When the controller initially went on sale, many potential buyers experienced difficulties checking out before the controller went out &8230;
🎮 Multi-platformAmazon Prime Members Can Get These 17 Games For Free In May
As the halfway point of the year comes into focus, the latest batch of free games for Amazon Luna has been revealed. Amazon Prime members can claim these 11 PC games and six more via the cloud for a total of 17 freebies in May. This month, the selection includes a classic gangland drama that has been overhauled for modern systems, some escape room fun, and one of the best Alien games of all time. As a reminder, all of the free games that you claim through Amazon Luna are yours to keep forever, even if your subscription expires. If you aren't a member, you can sign up for Amazon Luna(https://www.amazon.com/gp/prime/pipeline/signup?tag=gamespot-promos-20&tag=gamespot-buybutton-20) for as little as $15 for one month to take advantage of the subscription and its freebies. Sign up for Amazon Prime(https://www.amazon.com/gp/prime/pipeline/signup?tag=gamespot-promos-20) Amazon Luna Free Games For May 2026 May 7 - Mafia 2: Definitive Edition (GOG Code) - Fruitbus (GOG Code) May 14 - Survival: Fountain of Youth (Amazon Games Code) - 60 Minutes to Extinction: Escape Room (GOG Code) - Lethal Honor: Order of the Apocalypse (Epic Games Store) May 21 - Space Grunts (GOG Code) - Palindrome Syndrome: Escape Room (GOG Code) - Hot Brass (GOG Code) May 28 - Nordic Storm Solitaire (Legacy Games Code) - Moon Mystery (Epic Games Store) - Pro Basketball Manager 2026 (Amazon Games Code) Prime subscribers will also be able to play the following new games in May via the Luna channel: Continue Reading at GameSpot(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/amazon-prime-members-can-get-these-17-games-for-free-in-may/1100-6539846/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
🎮 Multi-platformHumble Bundle's Spring Mega Sale Kicks Off With Discounts Up To 97% Off
May 7 is the kickoff day for Humble Bundle's Spring Mega Sale(https://clicks.trx-hub.com/xid/fandom32094gamespot?q=https%3A%2F%2Fredirect.viglink.com%3Fkey%3Dfbff19622bfc4d759c94ca50d964e98d%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.humblebundle.com%252Fstore%252Fpromo%252Fspring-mega-sale-2026%253Fhmbsource%253Dstorehome%2526irclickid%253DUw5VL8wMCxyZUmjXaCTq3QaAUkuUTlQeUz3f0o0%2526sharedid%253D%2526irpid%253D1312731%2526utmsource%253Dimpact%2526utmmedium%253Dpaid%2526utmcampaign%253DFarAwayDestination%2526utmcontent%253D1312731%2526utmterm%253DOnlineTrackingLink%2526irgwc%253D1%2526afsrc%253D1&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gamespot.com%2Ffeeds%2Fnews%2F&eventtype=click), which includes more than 6,000 discounted games for PC and Mac. No, that's not a typo. Whether you've been waiting on a price drop for a game you want or you just want to grab some games at stupidly low prices, this is an amazing opportunity. The sale runs through May 28, so Humble was kind enough to give us plenty of time to hold off until payday. See at Humble Bundle(https://clicks.trx-hub.com/xid/fandom32094gamespot?q=https%3A%2F%2Fredirect.viglink.com%2F%3Fkey%3Dfbff19622bfc4d759c94ca50d964e98d%26u%3Dhttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.humblebundle.com%2Fstore%2Fpromo%2Fspring-mega-sale-2026%3Fhmbsource%3Dstorehome%26irclickid%3DUw5VL8wMCxyZUmjXaCTq3QaAUkuUTlQeUz3f0o0%26sharedid%3D%26irpid%3D1312731%26utmsource%3Dimpact%26utmmedium%3Dpaid%26utmcampaign%3DFarAwayDestination%26utmcontent%3D1312731%26utmterm%3DOnlineTrackingLink%26irgwc%3D1%26afsrc%3D1&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gamespot.com%2Ffeeds%2Fnews%2F&eventtype=click) Continue Reading at GameSpot(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/humble-bundle-spring-mega-sale-2026/1100-6539850/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
🖥 PC, Multi-platformMiss Out On The Steam Controller? More Are Coming May 8
May 4 was more than just Star Wars Day--it was also the day a bunch of people tried and failed to purchase a new Steam Controller(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/steam-controller-quickly-goes-out-of-stock-after-payment-processing-issues-plague-release/1100-6539769/). Many prospective buyers were met with error messages when trying to check out, and were left without one of the fancy new devices. However, Valve is giving you another chance on May 8, so make sure you're ready. The Steam Controller will be available for preorder on May 8 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET, and Valve is changing the process a little bit in an attempt to make it less painful. In order to qualify for a preorder, you must have an account in good standing on Steam already, and you must have purchased a game prior to April 27, 2026. This means new bot accounts will not be eligible to purchase a controller. Only one Steam Controller will be available per user, and this also means you cannot buy one if you already did during the first drop on May 4. Continue Reading at GameSpot(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/miss-out-on-the-steam-controller-more-are-coming-may-8/1100-6539849/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
🎮 Multi-platformProject Ethos, The New 2K Shooter, Undergoes Changes As Dev Lays Off Staff
Project Ethos, the third-person shooter in development at 2K's 31st Union studio, is undergoing major changes and cutting staff from the project. Studio head Ben Brinkman said in a memo to staff today, shared with GameSpot by 2K, that Project Ethos is becoming a "skill-based PvP roguelike" as part of the "renewed direction" that was announced in 2025.(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/despite-lukewarm-reception-2k-wont-cancel-project-ethos-heres-the-latest/1100-6535469/) A new piece of concept art for the game can be seen below. Brinkman also said Project Ethos is aiming to be a game that will "challenge and thrill players." "We've evolved as a team this past year in what has been a defining period of creative growth. While the moves we're making haven't always been easy, they are what is required to push us forward. I believe strongly in our ability to deliver on this vision and the promise of this game," Brinkman said. Continue Reading at GameSpot(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/project-ethos-the-new-2k-shooter-undergoes-changes-as-dev-lays-off-staff/1100-6539844/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
🟩 Xbox, Multi-platformDid Microsoft just tease a new Xbox UI?
Microsoft showed off a "consistent" Xbox UI across handhelds, consoles, and cloud gaming during its Xbox keynote at the Game Developers Conference in March. At the time it was difficult to see if there was anything new about the UI from the videos and photos captured during the event, but Microsoft has now given us &8230;