Last Week in Gaming - June 1, 2020 Edition

Published: June 1, 2020 3:44 PM /

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The Last of Us Part 2, PlayStation

Sony had quite a few updates last week, including an announcement for an event about the PS5. Originally scheduled for early June, the event has recently been delayed, with no word on a new date. Eurogamer highlighted the backwards compatibility of the PS5 with reports of new requirements for upcoming PS4 games, saying that titles requesting certification after July 13 must offer support for the new console. Updates about PlayStation exclusive The Last of Us Part 2 were also shared in a State of Play showcase. In other gaming news, Pokémon Go Fest becomes an online event and Silent Hill is the focus of the latest chapter in Dead by Daylight.

Highlights From This Week's Gaming News

PS4 Games Submitted From July 13, 2020 Must be PS5 Compatible

According to Eurogamer, PS4 games sent for certification after July 13 have to support the PS5. There was no word on support for older PlayStation generations. Sony also announced today that it would postpone its "Future of Gaming" event, originally scheduled for June 4.

The Last of Us Part 2 State of Play Revealed A World Full of Freedom

Ellie will have more navigational freedom, vehicles and mounts will be available, and there will be new types of infected wandering around. Combat and customization has also been expanded.

Pokemon Go Fest 2020 Is Going Virtual

According to developer Niantic, the event will let everyone virtually participate from home. Along with Pokémon encounters, it will have bonuses and special research. Pokémon Go Fest is currently scheduled for July 25–26, and unlike previous editions of the event, people can play on both days.

Pokemon Go Fest 2020

Dead by Daylight's Next Chapter Brings You to Silent Hill

The latest chapter of the asymmetrical multiplayer horror game focuses on the iconic terror of Silent Hill with Pyramid Head as the new killer. The new chapter will also bring back Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka to create the music, and it will introduce a new character customization mechanic that lets players dress up as Silent Hill character Lisa Garland.

Save the Arcade in the Adorable World of Button City

Subliminal’s upcoming game follows the fox Fennel and his other animal friends as they try to protect their local arcade from corporate greed. It was one of many games from the recent Wholesome Games Direct, a presentation that highlighted chill and cozy indie games. Other titles featured in the Wholesome Games Direct include Sayri: The Beginning, Calico, and Hoa.  

Dead By Daylight Silent Hill

Features and Reviews of the Week

BE-A Walker Review

Though very difficult, BE-A Walker offers a neat branching narrative that lets players pilot a bipedal mech reminiscent of AT-AT Walkers from Star Wars.

Tabletop Pros Talk Impact Of Gen Con Cancellation

After this year's Gen Con was officially cancelled due to COVID-19, TechRaptor discussed the repercussions of that with figures in the tabletop gaming industry like Privateer Press, Paizo, and Gloomhaven's creator. 

The Best Solo Tabletop Games To Play During Isolation

If you’re home alone or with others who aren’t interested in playing any games, you don’t have to give up and accept that video games are the only things to play during quarantine. TechRaptor offers their recommendations for single-player tabletop games, including Core Space, Gloomhaven, and Dark Souls: The Card Game.

BE-A Walker

Are you going to check out this year’s Pokémon Go Fest? Did you see other news in gaming this week that deserves attention? What did we miss from the last week in gaming? Leave your thoughts in the comments below. For more on COVID-19’s ongoing impact on gaming, check out TechRaptor’s evolving hub of COVID-19 updates.

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