The wait for the console tap is over. As of February 5, 2026, Tavern Manager Simulator has officially expanded its kingdom to the PlayStation 5.
If you’ve ever dreamed of turning a run-down fantasy shack into the hottest spot for thirsty adventurers and weary knights, your shift has finally started.
From Ruined Shack to Royal Taphouse
You start with nothing but a pile of dust and a dream. On PS5, you’ll experience the satisfying loop of:
Restoring & Renovating: Clean up the grime and build a tavern worthy of a King’s visit.
Mastering the Menu: From pouring the perfect ale to chopping vegetables for a hearty cauldron stew, the cooking mini-games are as addictive as they are rewarding.
Managing the Chaos: Keep the fire burning, the shelves stocked, and the customers happy to watch your tips—and your reputation—soar.
PS5 Exclusive Features
The console port isn’t just a straight move from PC. The PS5 version brings some welcome immersion:
DualSense Support: Feel the resistance of the tap and the sizzle of the hearth with haptic feedback.
60 FPS Performance: Smooth-as-ale gameplay to keep your service fast and your tavern bustling.
Remote Play: Take your management duties to any screen in your house.
Pro-Tip: Don’t neglect the cleanliness! A dirty floor is the fastest way to lose high-paying customers. Keep that broom handy.
Ready to start your shift? You can find it on the PlayStation Store right now!
Find out more here – https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10015945/
The hype for MY HERO ACADEMIA: All’s Justice is officially hitting Plus Ultra levels! With the game launching on February 6, 2026, Bandai Namco has finally revealed the massive roster we’ll be playing with.
This is the largest lineup in the franchise’s history, featuring 51 characters at launch (plus pre-order bonuses and upcoming DLC). It’s designed to cover the entire series timeline, including the heavy-hitting forms from the Final War Arc.
The Roster Breakdown
The roster is split into four main categories, ensuring every fan has their “main” ready to go:
U.A. High School (Class 1-A & 1-B): The game features the entire Class 1-A lineup (all 20 students!), plus heavy hitters like Mirio Togata, Nejire Hado, and Hitoshi Shinso.
Pro Heroes: The big guns are here, including Armoured All Might, Endeavour, Hawks, Mirko, and Best Jeanist.
The Villains: Play as the most dangerous versions of Tomura Shigaraki (All For One form), Dabi (Flame of Death), and the terrifying All For One (Rewind).
Wildcards: Expect to see fan-favourites like Lady Nagant, Gentle & La Brava, and even the “High End” Nomu.
Launch & Pre-Order Specials
Total Launch Roster: 51 Playable Characters.
Pre-Order Bonus: Early unlock for All For One (Chaos) and Izuku Midoriya (Rising).
Season Pass: 5 additional characters confirmed for post-launch.
What’s New?
Beyond the roster, the game introduces a 3v3 tag-team system and the “Rising” mechanic, which boosts your Quirk’s power and speed mid-fight. If you’ve been waiting for a “Sparking! ZERO” style treatment for MHA, this looks like the one.
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam).
Find out more here – https://www.bandainamcoent.com/games/my-hero-academia-alls-justice
The wait is almost over! Freestyle Football 2 is officially heading into Closed Beta Test (CBT), and the developers want YOU to help us shape the future of the street!
Experience the next generation of 5v5 arcade football. No more controlling the whole team—here, it’s 1 Player, 1 Character. It’s all about your skill, your style, and your team coordination.
WHEN TO PLAY
The CBT runs from January 30 – February 2, 2026. Regional servers will be live during these windows:
North America (NA): 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM EST
Europe (EU): 20:00 – 24:00 CET
Asia: 20:00 – 24:00 KST
PLATFORMS
Available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. We’re testing cross-platform play, so grab your friends regardless of their console!
EXCLUSIVE CBT REWARDS
Participate in the test and unlock exclusive gear for the official launch:
“Kickoff Cleats” (In-game item)
“Secret Kickoff” (Profile Icon)
HOW TO JOIN
Don’t miss out! Spots are limited. Head over to the official website to sign up for your chance to receive a beta code:
Are you ready to show off your flair? Tag your squad below!
Find out more here – https://freestylefootball2.com
The Digital World is about to get a whole lot tougher! Bandai Namco has just dropped the official release date trailer for Digimon Story: Time Stranger | Additional Digimon & Episode Pack 2: GAKU-RAN, and the Banchos are ready to brawl!
Release Date: January 22, 2026
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam)
What’s Coming in Pack 2?
Get ready to expand your roster and dive into a brand-new story arc:
The Bancho Squad: New Digivolution routes for the legendary “Bancho” group, including BanchoLillymon, BanchoStingmon, BanchoGolemon, and BanchoMamemon!
A Heroic New Form: Unlock the power of Omnimon: Merciful Mode to tip the scales of justice!
Special Episode: Dive into a new questline to rescue Hiroko Sagisaka from the clutches of Parallelmon in a dangerous alternate dimension.
The Ultimate Team-Up: Rally the Banchos to stand together in an epic showdown that fans have been waiting for!
Pro Tip: This DLC is included for all Season Pass holders and owners of the Deluxe/Ultimate Editions. If you’re buying separately, look for it on your platform’s store this Thursday!
Check out the trailer below to see the Banchos in action and witness their devastating Special Moves!
If you grew up glued to your console playing the golden age of 90s platformers, then get ready for a serious dose of dejà vu—in the best way possible! Nikoderiko: The Magical World, developed by VEA Games, is a vibrant, exciting love letter to the classics that defined the genre, proving that sometimes, borrowing from the best results in something truly special.
A Familiar, Yet Fresh Adventure
At its core, Nikoderiko casts you as Niko (and his partner Luna in co-op), two intrepid mongooses on a quest to save a magical island from the villainous Baron Grimbald and his Cobring army. But let’s talk about the gameplay, because this is where the nostalgia hits hardest:
A Beautiful Blend of Influences: The game skillfully merges the tight, collectable-focused level design of Donkey Kong Country with the sudden shifts into 3D chase and running sections reminiscent of Crash Bandicoot. You’ll be running, jumping, gliding, and ground-pounding through gorgeous 2.5D worlds that seamlessly transition between side-scrolling and running into the screen.
Rideable Animal Friends: Much like the animal buddies of a certain Rare platformer, you can collect and summon unique creatures. Need to smash through obstacles? Mount Boaris the Boar. Need to reach a high-up area? Hop on Todd the Toad. These mounts provide both utility and a delightful gameplay variety.
Boss Battles and Minecarts: Get ready for classic, challenging-but-fair boss encounters at the end of each world, as well as the obligatory, but always exhilarating, minecart levels.
The Sound of Nostalgia
Perhaps the biggest draw for longtime platformer fans is the game’s score. The soundtrack for Nikoderiko: The Magical World is composed by none other than David Wise, the legendary musician behind the iconic tunes of the original Donkey Kong Country series. His distinctive, atmospheric, and catchy melodies immediately elevate the game, making the already vibrant worlds feel truly magical.
Couch Co-Op for the Family
One of the best features is the full, local couch co-op mode. You and a friend can tackle the entire adventure together, with the second player able to drop in and out whenever they like. This makes it a fantastic choice for families or friends looking for a shared, lighthearted gaming experience. The co-op is well-executed and adds a fun, collaborative layer to the platforming challenge.
Is It for You?
Nikoderiko: The Magical World might not invent a new wheel, but it polishes and perfects the design elements of its inspirations to create a genuinely fun and rewarding experience.
Pro
Con
Vibrant, well-designed levels
Lacks truly original ideas
Excellent Soundtrack by David Wise
Some difficulty spikes/precision platforming
Full Local Couch Co-op
Can feel a bit short (around 7-10 hours)
Lots of collectables & replay value
Switch version had initial performance concerns (often fixed in updates)
The game is a must-play for fans who’ve been craving a modern platformer with the heart and soul of the ’90s classics. It’s available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, often with a Director’s Cut update that adds even more content and polish.
If you’re looking to scratch that itch for a beautifully crafted, challenging, and endlessly charming platformer, Nikoderiko: The Magical World is waiting to transport you to its colourful world.
Have you played Nikoderiko? What was your favouriteclassic platformer that reminded you of? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
Nikoderiko: The Magical World – https://nikoderiko-game.com/
In the Flame Keeper game, players take on the role of a piece of burning coal, its flame is life and there is a balance to keep in order to stay alive. There are monsters to fight and tactics will play a big part in getting through this game. Flame Keeper is coming to PlayStation 5 on the 25th of July.
To find out more about the Flame Keeper game, go to the official game website here https://www.flame-keeper.com/ or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/joBly
A while ago, the Underward game was launched on Steam for PC players and over 100,000 copies were sold, now the game is available for console players on the PlayStation. Players will descend down into a lab that has been placed into quarantine, but there are more than just the test subjects down there, creatures and other horrors are waiting for you. To make things even better, there is a free update scheduled this summer bringing in more floors, more enemies and cross-platform play.
To find out more about the Underward game, go to the official game website here https://intense.jp or go to the game page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/wyXVu
These days, an aircraft carrier is like a floating city, it even has its own airport and managing all of these different sections must be a difficult and stressful job. Players of the Carrier Deck game will get to know about all the chaos that takes place aboard the massive USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76) aircraft carrier, where one mistake can end in disaster. Carrier Deck is available now for PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch.
To find out more about the Carrier Deck game, check out the links below;
Official game website http://www.everysinglesoldier.com
Can you handle the Revenge of the Savage Planet? This is a game that will push everything to the limit, but players will be able to strut around in beautiful gold lame space suit, which is enough to put anyone off their guard, players can also take on the role of a human crash test dummy how do you think that is going to work out for you? This is one challenge to beat all challenges, try it out on early access on Steam on the 5th of May, while the game launches on PC and consoles on the 8th of May.
To find out more about the Revenge of the Savage Planet game go to the official game website here https://shorturl.at/ER0GH or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/pddRt
It is that time for players to embark on an epic journey in the Hero’s Hand game which is a poker-based game with elements of a roguelike RPG adventure game, so there is a lot going on here in this game and a lot to look forward to as well. Players will be fighting enemies in a dragons and dungeons-style deckbuilding game. the Hero’s Hand game will be launching on PC and on consoles in 2026.
To find out more about the Hero’s Hand game on the official game website here http://www.villainhq.com or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/7NvjA
Finally, the wait that has seemed to go on forever is over and now players are able to play the new SlavicPunk: Oldtimer game. This game sort of puts a twist on the whole cyberpunk genre where players take on the role of a private investigator looking into the secrets of the city, but there are enemies waiting in every dark corner of this city that reminds us of many soviet era cities. The SlavicPunk: Oldtimer game is available right now on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X.
To find out more about the SlavicPunk: Oldtimer game take a look at the YouTube demo trailer here https://youtu.be/moyvog7yXZQ?si=-3zRddMO_CYFJt1K or to play on the Xbox go to the official page here https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/slavicpunk-oldtimer/9P100642LVM9 and for the PlayStation here https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009798
Finally, the much-awaited update for the Medieval Dynasty game is upon us, offering some interesting weapons options, some interesting additions to the bandits that roam around the country and of course there will be some customisation options from crests, names, clothing and events such as weddings. This is really a taking a trip back in time to the medieval era where life was simple for some and yet so very hard for most. The Medieval Dynasty Autumn Update will be available from the end of November for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox.
To find out more about the Medieval Dynasty Autumn Update head on over to the games page on Steam here https://store.steampowered.com/app/1129580/Medieval_Dynasty/ or go to the official game website here https://www.toplitz-productions.com/medieval-dynasty-lp.html
The day has come to prepare for war as the Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2 adventure begins on PC and consoles. This game has been a long time in the making and the results are well worth the wait. The mission for the warriors is simple defend the Imperium against the greatest enemy the galaxy has to offer, many have signed up for the challenge are you ready to take up the challenge of the Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2?
To find out more about the Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2 game go to the official website here https://www.warhammer.com/en-GB/home or here on the Warhammer page on the Focus Entertainment website https://store.focus-entmt.com/uk/warhammer40000spacemarine2
Team17 is taking you on a whole new odyssey of Mini Golf it comes with the launch of a brand new DLC for the popular Golf With Your Friends and will take you on an Olympus Odyssey with the Legends of Olympus Pack. You will be able to customise your ball with the following legends Gorgon, Minotaur, Corinthian Helmet, Winged Hat of Hermes, Olympian Wig, Trireme, Charon’s Ferry, Zeus’ Lightning, Souls Trail and finally the Olympian Vase. Are you ready to take on the Olympus Odyssey with Golf With Your Friends?
To find out more about the Golf With Your Friends: Olympus Odyssey game visit the official website here https://www.gwyf.golf/
For a long time too long it seems playing the Risk of Rain 2 was only available for the PlayStation 4 and the Xbox One consoles, which has put some next-gen console players out of the game, until now with the game upgrade that finally allows players with the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 back in the game and not only that you will be getting split screen gaming, coop games and a few other features for each specific platform.
Find out more about the Risk of Rain 2 on PlayStation here https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP0292-CUSA16153_00-RISKOFRAIN2SIEA0 and for the Xbox Series X here https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/risk-of-rain-2/9P6F6TBGGVK3
The next adventure in the Earth Defense Force games series is here, it’s the sixth part of the long-running sage and starts up right after the events in Earth Defense Force 5, the aliens have been beaten, but they have left behind two competing species both want the Earth for themselves, in the middle, are human survivors whose only hope is that the Earth Defense Force can put an end to this threat once and for all. This is a great game that you can play solo, or a two player coop with the split screen feature or go large with a four player squad to show the aliens that they are not welcome here. Are you ready to join the Earth Defense Force?
Find out more about the next chapter of the Earth Defense Force game here on Steam https://store.steampowered.com/app/2291060/EARTH_DEFENSE_FORCE_6/ or on the D3Publisher website here https://www.d3p.co.jp/edf6/en/
