Gaming

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance out now

A tale of two paths

Published

June 15, 2024

GadgetMatch

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is finally out for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and Steam. The title follows Shin Megami Tensei V from three years ago, and is bolstered with several enhancements and additional content.

In celebration of the title’s release, ATLUS is also giving away a Steam Deck (512GB) and two (2) Nahobeeho Keycaps once their giveaway post reaches 500 shares. Just like typical giveaways on social media platforms, simply follow the ATLUS Asia Facebook page here, like and share this post, and tag two friends in the comments section.

The definitive version of Shin Megami Tensei V has been expanded with a brand-new storyline, new locations, demons, and choices to make that will dictate the fate of all existence. Moreover, the action RPG has also been evolved with refreshed visuals fit for modern consoles, an improved battle system, and a greater field exploration.

A tale of vengeance or creation

The new game features two main storylines: Canon of Creation and Canon of Vengeance. The first follows the original story told in Shin Megami Tensei V. The second, meanwhile, is a new tale that diverges from the first midway, resulting in a different ending.

Players begin as a third-year student at Jouin High School who will have to explore a post-apocalyptic Tokyo (Da’at). This land has been ravaged and reduced to a wasteland being overrun by mythical demons. This protagonist eventually becomes a Nahobino, fusing with an Aogami, and finds themselves in the middle of a battle between mythical deities and demonic forces.

As demons continue to attack, an organization led by angels — Bethel — rises up against them. The protagonist encounters Yoko Hiromine, and becomes among those in the frontline of battle. Along the way, four demons, collectively called the Qadištu, will stand in their way.

Press Turn Combat, Magatsuhi Skills

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance features over 270 demons, some of which may be recruited as allies. Players must also gather life-saving items as they navigate the chaotic world. The title once more features the turn-based Press Turn Combat system, with new skills and elements. In battle, players may fill the Magatsuhi Gauge to trigger special abilities called Magatsuhi Skills. There are more than 50 skills to utilize, including 20 added abilities that are exclusive to certain demons.

Furthermore, all demons now possess innate skills like Blessed Melody, Four Heavenly Kings, and Demonic Mediation. These are passive skills that can give players an extra edge in battle. Some may power up attacks, strengthen certain demons, and even aid you when negotiating with demons.

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

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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.