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Last week, we asked you to share gaming sidekicks using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: RhodWulfLeon shares Freya looking fierce in God of War Ragnarök ​​ Themarkplumb shares Kliff with his bear bud in Crimson Desert baranselyekta shares Venom Snake with his trusted partner D-Dog in Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. Elizado_ shares a somber moment with Lev in The Last of Us Part II. _muhdfarezwan_ shares Cloud kicking it with the people he’s closest to in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. KintsugiRonin shares the majesty of the wolf in Ghost of Yōtei. Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme, or be inspired by other great games featuring Photo Mode. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week? THEME: Resident Evil Requiem SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on April 8, 2026 Next week, share some great (spoiler free) moments from Requiem using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured. View the full article

It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. In March, MLB The Show 26 led the US charts, while Crimson Desert took the top spot in the EU and ranked among the top three in the US. Meanwhile, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin dominated the free-to-play charts. Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month? PS5 Games US/CanadaEUMLB The Show 26Crimson DesertCrimson DesertEA SPORTS FC 26Resident Evil RequiemResident Evil RequiemWWE 2K26Grand Theft Auto VNBA 2K26MinecraftMarathonWWE 2K26ARC RaidersUFC 5Grand Theft Auto VResident Evil 4Call of Duty: Black Ops 7Call of Duty: Black Ops 7EA SPORTS FC 26ARC RaidersMinecraftMarathonEA SPORTS Madden NFL 26NBA 2K26Resident Evil 4It Takes TwoJohn Carpenter’s Toxic CommandoPoppy Playtime: Chapter 2UFC 5Forza Horizon 5Ghost of YōteiF1 25REANIMALAmong UsEA SPORTS College Football 26Ghost of YōteiReady or NotMonster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted ReflectionMonster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted ReflectionPoppy Playtime: Chapter 3 *Naming of products may differ between regions *Upgrades not included PS4 Games US/CanadaEURed Dead Redemption 2Red Dead Redemption 2RESIDENT EVIL 5A Way OutGang BeastsEA SPORTS FC 26Resident Evil 6Assassin’s Creed UnityCall of Duty: Black Ops IIIGang BeastsDying LightDying LightMortal Kombat XThe ForestBatman: Arkham KnightRESIDENT EVIL 5A Way OutBatman: Arkham KnightThe ForestResident Evil 6Resident EvilHouse FlipperMinecraftMinecraftTom Clancy’s The Division 2Need for Speed HeatGrand Theft Auto VGrand Theft Auto VNeed for Speed HeatUnravel TwoGod of War III RemasteredUncharted: The Nathan Drake CollectionCall of Duty: Modern WarfareThe Last of Us RemasteredCupheadMortal Kombat XSTAR WARS Battlefront IIResident EvilResident Evil 0Assassin’s Creed Origins *Naming of products may differ between regions PS VR2 Games* US/CanadaEUBeat SaberBeat SaberJob SimulatorJob SimulatorAmong Us 3D: VRAlien: Rogue Incursion VRThe Walking Dead: Saints & SinnersAmong Us 3D: VRAlien: Rogue Incursion VRMetro AwakeningSynapseCreed: Rise to Glory – Championship EditionCreed: Rise to Glory – Championship EditionPavlovArizona Sunshine 2The Walking Dead: Saints & SinnersCooking Simulator VRArizona Sunshine 2Drunkn Bar Fight 2 VRHubris *PlayStation Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included Free to Play (PS5 + PS4) US/CanadaEUThe Seven Deadly Sins: OriginThe Seven Deadly Sins: OriginFortniteFortniteRobloxRocket LeagueRocket LeagueRobloxCall of Duty: WarzoneCall of Duty: WarzoneTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free AccessTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free AccessApex LegendseFootballMarvel RivalsWar ThunderFall GuysAsphalt LegendseBaseball: PRO SPIRITFall Guys View the full article

　SEGA and Lizardcube, the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4, have released the SEGA Villains Stage DLC for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance! In this blog, we’d like to share some highlights from the DLC and the free update that went live today, as well as some words from the developers. ■About SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance DLC “SEGA Villains Stage” Face off against legendary SEGA bosses Goro Majima (Like a Dragon & Yakuza series), DeathAdder (Golden Axe series) and Dr. Eggman (Sonic series) in a journey across dimensions! View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Contents 5 crossover stages 3 bosses (Goro Majima, DeathAdder, Dr. Eggman,) 2 Boss Rush modes featuring the DLC bosses 3 additional Ninpo 3 new outfits 6 new music tracks *This DLC is included in the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Digital Deluxe Edition and the Digital Deluxe Upgrade. *To use this product, you must own the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance base game. *You can access this stage after completing the fourth zone of the base game, which includes The Desert, Mad Train, and ENE Corp Laboratory. *Some depictions in this DLC may be reminiscent of tsunamis and other natural disasters, which can potentially cause stress or anxiety. Player discretion is advised. SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Free Update A brand-new free update is now available for all players! Update Overview Hardcore Mode A high-difficulty mode featuring changes in enemy placement and stronger boss attacks. – Additional Combat Settings New options let you adjust recovery frames, the flash effect when taking damage, and camera shake during combat. – Various other quality-of-life improvements. Special Message From the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Development Team Takaharu Terada, SEGA’s Senior Director, and Ben Fiquet, Lizardcube’s Art Director and CEO, share insights into the new DLC along with a message for players. Message from Takaharu Terada (SEGA Senior Director View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Thank you all for playing SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance. The game has been nominated for numerous awards and received widespread acclaim for its action gameplay. Its success is a testament to Lizardcube’s uncompromising commitment to quality. We can’t thank you enough! When we first began work on the SEGA Villains Stage DLC, the plan was simply to create a few stages focused on boss battles, but since Lizardcube’s so dedicated to quality, we ended up filling the DLC with tons of features, including Hardcore Mode, new Ninpo inspired by the bosses, and customizable combat settings. Incorporating player feedback, we’ve packed the game with challenging content inspired by many of your requests. Whether you’re just starting out or have already spent countless hours playing, we hope you enjoy this exciting new wave of content. Message from Ben Fiquet (Lizardcube’s Art Director and CEO) View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Since the launch of SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, the community’s energy has been electric. We are incredibly grateful for the passion you’ve shown for Joe Musashi’s return. From the amazing combo reels to the fans of the franchise embracing this new adventure and aesthetics, we are very proud to be part of SHINOBI’s legacy. I believe this is one of 2025’s best action games for sure (but I may be biased :) ) Reimagining SHINOBI was a unique bridge between cultures. Our production process combined SEGA’s legendary history with Lizardcube’s own craft and sensibility. This collaboration was a dream come true, SEGA’s expertise and Lizardcube’s strengths proved to be a glorious match. As we expand the universe, this DLC is also a love letter to SEGA. You’ll be facing DeathAdder, the ultimate boss from Golden Axe, Goro Majima from Yakuza and of course Dr. Eggman, who embodies one of the coolest villains ever. Each victory will grant you a new ninpo, like the infamous Golden Axe or the clone ability from Majima that you’ll be able to use at will in the DLC and the main game. This will bring some new and amazing combos from the community. Thank you for walking the path of the ninja. We can’t wait for you to face these new threats! Digital Deluxe Edition and Digital Deluxe Upgrade Available Jump into SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance with all its DLC by picking up the Digital Deluxe Edition! If you already own the standard edition, grab the Digital Deluxe Upgrade to get all of the bonus content. 【Digital Deluxe Edition Contents】 – Starter Pack（Ghost Outfit, Medic Lite Amulet, and 2,000 Gold） *Gold is collected during gameplay and cannot be purchased separately. – SEGA Villains Stage DLC – the Digital Art Book and Soundtrack 【Digital Deluxe Upgrade】 Grants owners of the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance base game access to the contents of the Digital Deluxe Edition. SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Product Information Release Date: August 29, 2025 (Fri) Platforms: PlayStation 5 /PlayStation 4 *No physical version available for PlayStation®4 Languages：Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese (Traditional, Simplified) SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance – DLC “SEGA Villains Stage” Product Information Release Date：April 3,2026 (Fri) Platforms：PlayStation 5 /PlayStation 4 Languages：Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese (Traditional, Simplified) Product Website View the full article

April’s PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup features three games available to all PlayStation Plus members*. Battle your way to a demonic god in Lords of the Fallen, relive (or discover) Lara Croft’s first adventures with Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and battle foes solo or together in co-op action game Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream. These titles will be available to all PlayStation Plus members from Tuesday April 7 until Monday May 4. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Lords of the Fallen Overthrow a resurrected demon god in this all-new adventure set in an interconnected world five times larger than the original game. In Lords of the Fallen, you play as one of the fabled Dark Crusaders, who must journey through the realms of the living and the dead to disrupt the reign of Adyr, a cruel tyrant who has ushered in a new age of devastation for humanity. Along the way, you’ll endure colossal boss battles and get to grips with a fast and challenging combat system. With nine character classes and hundreds of weapons to choose from, you’ll customize your hero and develop your own play style as you set out to defy the gods. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Play the original three Tomb Raider adventures: for the first time ever, play the complete experience with all expansions and secret levels on modern platforms in this definitive collection. Experience the classics boasting upgraded graphics, with the option to switch to the original polygon look at any time. The collection includes a new Challenge Mode: replay levels with customized modifiers and complete achievements to unlock 10 New Outfits that enhance Lara’s abilities. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream Galaxia, a new system allowing players to relive the past, has been added to ALfheim Online; however, Galaxia spins out of control causing players from all over time and space to be displaced! To set the timeline back on track, Kirito must work with fallen friends…and foes. True to the Sword Art Online series, join a raid party and prepare for a fight with high difficulty bosses together! How you prepare for the fight is the key to victory. Each with their own specific role on the battlefield, 21 SAO characters from various arcs are gathered to fight. Team up with a total of 20 players from around the world in one of five parties comprised of 4 players each for multiplayer co-op action! View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Last chance to add March’s PlayStation Plus Monthly Games to your library PlayStation Plus members have until Monday April 6 to add PGA Tour 2K25, Monster Hunter Rise, Slime Rancher 2, The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road to their game library. *PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day for more information. View the full article

Last month was filled with vast open worlds, extractions, and rivals! Some big new releases included Marathon, Crimson Desert, MLB The Show 26, and Scott Pilgrim EX. Which game was your favorite? How does it work? At the end of every month, PlayStation Blog will open a poll where you can vote for the best new game released that month. After the polls close we will tally your votes, and announce the winner on our social channels and PlayStation.Blog. What is the voting criteria? That’s up to you! If you were only able to recommend one new release to a friend that month, which would it be? Note: re-released games don’t qualify, but remakes do. We define remakes as ambitious, larger-scale rebuilds such as Resident Evil 4 (2023) and Final Fantasy VII Remake. How are nominees decided? The PlayStation Blog editorial team will gather a list of that month’s most noteworthy releases and use it to seed the poll. View Poll View the full article