Gaming

John Wick, Kena sequel, more new games showcased at State of Play

Plenty of games to look forward to!

Published

February 13, 2026

Rodneil Quiteles

John Wick, Kena: Scars of Kosmora | PlayStation State of Play

The February 2026 PlayStation State of Play delivered a packed slate of reveals. Big franchises returned. New worlds took shape. Here’s a round-up of the games shown.

John Wick game announced for PS5

Saber Interactive announced a AAA John Wick game for PS5. The team works closely with Chad Stahelski, Keanu Reeves, and Lionsgate. The story explores a specific chapter in John Wick’s life. It adds original events to the series timeline.

The game focuses on gun-fu combat, cinematic action, and stylish neo-noir settings. Saber builds the combat system from the ground up. The goal is simple. Make players feel like they are John Wick.

Kena: Scars of Kosmora (2026)

Ember Lab returns with Kena: Scars of Kosmora. The sequel launches in 2026 on PS5 and PC. Kena is older and more experienced. She travels to the island of Kosmora to uncover the truth behind her lifelong affliction.

A powerful spirit shatters her staff and forces her to adapt. Kena learns a forgotten form of Spirit Guiding based on elemental alchemy. New Spirit Companions add depth to combat. Ember Lab promises a bigger world and a more emotional story.

Project Windless

Krafton Montréal Studio revealed Project Windless. It is an open-world action RPG inspired by The Bird That Drinks Tears. The game takes place more than a thousand years before the novels.

Players control a Rekon, a powerful humanoid bird warrior. Combat centers on large-scale battles against massive enemy forces. The open world avoids heavy guidance. Exploration and choice shape each player’s legend.

Yakoh Shinobi Ops (2027)

Shueisha Games teams up with Acquire for Yakoh Shinobi Ops. The four-player co-op stealth action game launches in 2027 on PS5. Players work together as shinobi to infiltrate hostile territory.

A deadly enemy called the Pursuer constantly hunts the team. It cannot be defeated. Survival depends on coordination, timing, and smart escapes. Players unlock gear and build custom loadouts over time.

Crimson Moon (Late 2026)

ProbablyMonsters unveiled Crimson Moon. The gothic action-adventure RPG arrives in late 2026 on PS5. Players take on the role of a Nephilim tasked with reclaiming the fallen city of Gildenarch.

Combat emphasizes parries, finishers, and angelic abilities. Missions begin at a central hub where players prepare gear and builds. The game supports solo and co-op play. Difficulty scales to match the party.

Brigandine Abyss (2026)

Happinet Corporation announced Brigandine Abyss. The tactical RPG continues the long-running series in 2026 on PS5. Players choose one of six factions and fight for control of the continent of Meltitea.

Battles play out on hex-based maps. Over 100 units bring unique skills and traits. Multiple story paths and side quests push playtime past 200 hours. New systems will be revealed later.

4:Loop

Bad Robot Games showcased 4:Loop. The roguelike co-op shooter supports up to four players. Humanity has turned to glass after an alien invasion. A massive mothership looms above Earth.

Players plan runs using a branching Probability Map. Each choice affects risk and rewards. A run continues as long as one player survives. Dynamic weather, enemies, and objectives keep every loop unpredictable.

Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse (2026)

Konami revealed Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse with Evil Empire and Motion Twin. The 2D action game launches in 2026 on PS5. The story unfolds in Paris in 1499.

Players wield the Vampire Killer whip as the Belmont legacy continues. The whip handles combat and traversal. Classic secrets, breakable walls, and familiar enemies return. A bold new art style refreshes the gothic look.

Silent Hill: Townfall

Konami and Screen Burn Interactive shared new gameplay from Silent Hill: Townfall. The game uses a first-person perspective. A new device called the CRTV replaces the classic radio.

The CRTV reveals threats and hidden story signals. Combat feels tense and personal. Stealth often beats confrontation. DualSense features amplify fear and atmosphere as enemies close in.

Entertainment

Box office: Brand New Day set to surpass US$ 2 billion, drives Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 resurgence

Sony Pictures’ fourth Tom Holland feature film sets records

Published

August 13, 2026

GadgetMatch

The box office performance of Spider-Man: Brand New Day has been nothing short of spectacular.

Sony Pictures’ fourth feature film featuring Tom Holland as the titular protagonist broke the domestic opening day record.

This feat narrowly beat the previous record set by another Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film in Avengers Endgame.

That strong opening continued in the next few weeks as Brand New Day became became the fastest to reach the US$ 500 million mark, breaching the milestone in just seven days, per LA Times.

The movie is already the highest grossing film of 2026, beating Toy Story 5.

Which such massive success so far, Spider-Man: Brand New Day is on pace to beat Avengers: Infinity War for worldwide total gross.

With over US$ 1.7 billion grossed in just two weeks, the film is projected to surpass any point between the US$ 2.1 billion to US$ 2.3 billion mark.

It will become only the eighth ever film to surpass that mark once it reaches at least US$ 2 billion.

The others are: Avatar (2009), Endgame (2019), Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), Ne Zha (2025), Titanic (1997), Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), and Infinity War (2018).

However, Endgame still holds an advantage, thanks to its international launch in major markets. The epic conclusion to the MCU’s Infinity Saga grossed US$ 2.79 billion during its 2019 run. And you will have to adjust that value slightly due to inflation.

In the Philippines, a strong market, Brand New Day has just eclipsed the PhP 1 billion mark, which is roughly about US$ 17.2 billion.

For comparison, it will definitely surpass Infinity War at some point, while Endgame grossed PhP 1.8 billion total or about US$ 34.56 billion at the time.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 experiences resurgence

Moreover, the film’s success also triggered a transmedia halo effect with Insomniac Games’ Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 also experiencing a resurgence in sales and player engagement.

Per IGN citing Alinea Analytics, since the film’s release, the game sold over 300,000 more copies across PlayStation 5 and Steam within a two-week span.

This is the equivalent to over US$ 11 million in revenue for Sony and Insomniac Games.

Plus, for the first time since the title’s launch in 2023, it experienced more than one million daily active users.

A combination of movie hype plus some timely discounts contributed to the game’s resurgence, also proving that the Spider-Man franchise has always been one of the biggest and most relevant IPs of all time.

Gaming

Ghost of Yotei gets a story expansion in October

The Complete Edition comes with the expansion and a roguelike mode.

Published

August 13, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Ghost of Yotei is a classic RPG experience set in the same universe as its predecessor, Ghost of Tsushima. In my opinion, Atsu’s journey of revenge feels a lot more fun than Jin’s battle to save his homeland. If you’re in the same boat, Ghost of Yotei is coming back on October 1 with brand-new content.

Without delving too much into spoiler territory, Ghost of Yotei has a conclusive ending. Rather than shoehorning a forced epilogue, Echoes of Sekigahara, the title of the upcoming story expansion, explores Atsu’s past.

As with Tsushima’s expansion, Echoes of Sekigahara features a new map with new enemies, weapons, and collectibles. It will be set in two different time periods.

Besides the story expansion, the upcoming update also has a new mode called Most Wanted, which Sucker Punch Production describes as their “spin on a roguelike.” The mode explores Atsu’s experience as a headhunter, feeding her with bounties and earnable perks.

The two new content expansions will come with in the upcoming Ghost of Yotei Complete Edition. The new edition, coming on October 1, will also come with the co-op Legends mode. It also has a few perks and customization options. The edition will sell for US$ 70.

If you already have the base edition, you can grab an upgrade for only US$ 15. If you don’t want to pay for the upgrade, the game is still getting a few minor tweaks.

Gaming

Marvel Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 bundle SEA pricing

Available in Battle Yellow and Adamantium Limited Editions

Published

August 12, 2026

GadgetMatch

The first look for the Marvel Wolverine Limited Edition PlayStation 5 Console bundle and accessories have just released.

The console inspired by the raw power of Wolverine and Insomniac’s Battle Reborn suit (Battle Yellow) and claws (Adamantium).

Along with its preview, here are the suggested retail price (SRP) details for markets in Southeast Asia:

PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle

SG$ 849
MYR 2,799
IDR 11,399,000
THB 20,990

DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition and Adamantium Limited Edition

SG$ 115
MYR 419
IDR 1,549,000
THB 2,890
PhP 5,411
VND 2,399,000

PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro Console Covers – Battle Yellow Limited Edition and Adamantium Limited Edition

SG$ 101
MYR 369
IDR 1,359,000
THB 2,590
PhP 4,767 (Battle Yellow only)
VND 2,099,000 (Battle Yellow only)

The bundle and accessories will be available beginning September 15 in limited quantities. Pre-order will start from August 19 in local retailers, save for the PS5 and PS5 Pro console covers.

In Singapore, DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition will be available exclusively through select retailer channels in limited quantity.

Marvel’s Wolverine releases on September 15 for PlayStation 5 consoles.