2026's Soulslike Games & Next-Gen Console Debate
Readers debate the 2026 Soulslike lineup, Nintendo's Switch 2 launch strategy, and the potential delay of the PlayStation 6. Join the gaming conversation.
Readers debate the 2026 Soulslike lineup, Nintendo's Switch 2 launch strategy, and the potential delay of the PlayStation 6. Join the gaming conversation.
GameCentral readers debate the hottest releases for February 2026, from High On Life 2 to Nioh 3. Plus, concerns grow over a potential GTA 6 delay and slumping US console sales.
A reader's retrospective on the original God Of War, exploring its enduring artistry and notoriously dated, frustrating gameplay mechanics 20 years after its PlayStation 2 release.
The latest Games Inbox debates potential GTA 6 delays to 2027, the fate of Fable, and the forgotten gem Final Fantasy 8. Join the discussion by emailing gamecentral@metro.co.uk.
The arraignment of Nick Reiner, accused of killing his parents Rob and Michele Reiner, has been postponed to 23 February after his defence lawyer withdrew. Read the latest from the Los Angeles court.
Sony has patented an AI 'ghost player' that can learn from your gameplay and online videos to beat tricky levels for you. Discover how this could change gaming and whether it will ever launch.
Discover the definitive PlayStation 5 games to own in 2026, featuring landmark RPGs, stunning adventures, and innovative indie hits. Build your ultimate PS5 collection.
The inquest into the death of Sheffield United Women's footballer Maddy Cusack has been adjourned until June after the family received 699 pages of new evidence just before Christmas.
Microsoft's Xbox console sales plummeted 39% in the UK in 2025, its worst performance ever. Meanwhile, Nintendo's Switch 2 outsells Wii U in just six months. Read the full analysis.
Shawn Layden, ex-PlayStation boss, suggests a unified gaming 'consortium' to break the 250 million sales cap. Could open platforms be the future? Read his bold vision.
Hundreds of travellers faced disruption due to a Channel Tunnel power fault. Discover your rights to refunds, compensation, and accommodation from Eurostar and LeShuttle.
Sony and Microsoft may delay their next-gen consoles due to a global RAM shortage driven by AI demand. Prices are soaring, with the crisis expected to last into 2027. Read the full report.
Sony's PlayStation 5 console sees prices slashed to just £280 after Christmas, with massive savings on digital and standard editions. Discover the best UK deals before they expire.
Arc Raiders, the breakout extraction shooter from Embark Studios, delivers intense robot battles and player-driven tension in a post-apocalyptic Italy. Read our full review.
From the Nintendo Switch 2 launch to GTA 6 delays and AI controversies, we recap the defining video game news of 2025 and what it means for 2026. Read the full analysis.
IO Interactive delays 007 First Light to May 27, 2026, taking the spot vacated by GTA 6. The developer cites a need for extra polish for its ambitious Bond origin story.
Ditch Monopoly this Christmas! Discover the 12 best family-friendly multiplayer video games for Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Perfect for festive fun with all ages.
Sir Ed Davey writes to the UK's human rights watchdog over plans to postpone local elections for nearly 10 million people. The government cites council reorganisation as the reason.
Travellers left hundreds of pounds out of pocket after Stansted fire and Heathrow tunnel closure highlight a major gap in UK passenger rights law. Discover your rights.
An easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick was delayed 12 hours after a family boarded with their deceased 89-year-old relative. The airline states she had a fit-to-fly certificate. Read the full story.
A PlayStation fan outlines three critical changes Sony must make in 2026: boost first-party games, repurpose Bungie for single-player, and delay the PS6. Can the silent giant listen?
The elections watchdog has criticised the government's offer to postpone 63 council votes, warning it risks public confidence. Five councils have already requested delays.
Sony kicks off the PlayStation Store January sale early for PS Plus members, featuring massive discounts on Mortal Kombat 1, Tekken 8, Forza Horizon 5, and Battlefield 6. Grab deals before the full sale launches.
Passengers on an easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick were left shocked after a family allegedly boarded with a deceased elderly relative, causing a 12-hour delay. Read the full investigation.
The delivery of the over-budget Glen Rosa ferry is delayed until late 2026, with service unlikely before 2027 due to hull defects. Costs now exceed £460m.
Plans to reorganise local councils in England could push the next local elections back to 2026. Read the latest on the government's devolution agenda and its impact on voters.
Currys slashes PS5 prices just before Christmas, with deals better than Black Friday. Find the best PlayStation 5 bundles for the Standard, Digital, and Pro models.
Elections for councils serving millions in England could be postponed to 2027, sparking accusations of a political 'stitch-up'. Read the latest on the local government reorganisation delays.
The opening of Leeds's long-awaited £2.5bn tram system is delayed by 2-3 years to the late 2030s after a government review demanded a full business case. Read the latest on the mass transit project.
US video game console sales plummet to a 30-year November low. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 tops charts but faces a steep decline, while Battlefield 6 leads 2025 sales. Full analysis inside.