The time has come to expand on the experience for The Outer Worlds 2 with the first of a two-part story expansion, Side Effects Guaranteed, arriving on December 2. After a distress signal from a derelict ship is picked up, you and your crew quickly get embroiled into the story of an abandoned settlement, a power struggle for the future of the Sub Rosa criminal organization, and the fate of a team who has been subjected to something that will cause them all to die from explosive cell death. Really, it’s more a liquefaction than explosion, but it means death nonetheless.

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This month, embark on an inspiring mission of human connection in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, assemble a one-of-a-kind crew as you explore the open sea in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, navigate the cult-controlled ruins, natural caves, and nuclear bunkers of a green and unpleasant British countryside in Atomfall, or explore a vast world map with an abundance of captivating locations in Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake. All these titles and more are available in November’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup*. Meanwhile, Soul Reaver 2 and Freedom Wars Remastered land into PlayStation Plus Premium. The full lineup will be available to play from November 17, unless otherwise noted.

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Grand Theft Auto VI is now the most pre-ordered game in the history of PlayStation Store. Given this unprecedented demand, we’ve joined with Rockstar Games to allow players to start pre-loading the game nine days early, so they’re ready to play on launch day. We’ve also adopted a rolling midnight launch by country, beginning at 12:00AM NZDT in New Zealand and running across the globe as respective countries hit midnight on November 19.

Pre-load begins today

Pre-loading is now available at PlayStation Store. Given the anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI, we strongly advise that everyone who is hoping to play on launch day to pre-load the game as soon as possible. Players who purchased the code-in-box version can also activate their code as soon as they get it to begin pre-loading. If you still haven’t pre-ordered the game, now’s the time to do so to make sure you’re ready for November 19.

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Rockstar Games has developed Grand Theft Auto VI from the ground up to harness the power of the PlayStation 5 to create a stunning experience, with action-packed gameplay that brings the vast and rich world of Leonida to life. There’s plenty to look forward to when playing on PS5.

Grand Theft Auto VI for PS5 uses the DualSense wireless controller’s integrated speakers, haptics, and adaptive triggers that are fully used across the game  and are adjustable via accessibility settings. All in-game sounds take full advantage of Tempest 3D Audio for highly accurate audio positioning, while load times are improved with PS5’s ultra high-speed SSD, making Grand Theft Auto VI play best on PlayStation 5 consoles. Watch the PlayStation 5 Features video to see more: 

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Marathon‘s Symbiosis update arrives December 8, bringing new PvE and PvP modes, weapons, a Runner shell, and expanded areas to explore on Tau Ceti IV. Today we’ve got first details on the updated Perimeter zone, Expedition mode, and more. 

What’s new in Marathon: Symbiosis 

Updated Perimeter zone: Fungal growth and alien life have transformed Perimeter, introducing new playable spaces including the underground Burrows and submerged Reservoir. Runners will also encounter the Tick Queen, who lurks deep beneath the surface. 

Expedition: Phase 1 of a new PvE-only mode built around a three-run series. Play solo or with a crew, face new combat and environmental challenges without PvP threats, and use Flash Boosts to shape your build during a run.  

Deathmatch (Beta): An experimental PvP mode featuring bite-sized 3v3 Team Deathmatch matches. Two crews compete for points without risking their permanent loadouts. 

Limbo: A new social space where Runners can connect, test weapons and gear in firing ranges, and challenge each other in a dueling pit. 

Bishop Runner shell: A new Runner shell built around the fantasy of a fast, surgical blade-wielding robot. 

New weapons: The V17 Flamethrower brings short-range area denial, while the Maverick introduces a new revolver archetype with a hand-cannon feel. 

Open Play Week begins December 8 

Players can experience Marathon during Open Play Week, running December 8 – 15, alongside the launch of Symbiosis. 

Marathon is available now on PS5, with full cross-play and cross-save support.** The Symbiosis update launches December 8 for all players. 

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Imagine actually enjoying cleaning your house or ripping out old tiles. Unhinged, isn’t it?

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Last week, we asked you to share moments spent in the shadows from your favorite games using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured. Here are this week’s highlights:

John_Varela_R shared Ada peering out from the shadows in Resident Evil 4’s DLC

kerplaaaah shared James Bond peering around a shadowy corner in 007 First Light

XFenderXTX shared shadow butterflies from Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake

call_me_xavii shared Du’Met standing in a shadowy doorway in The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil In Me

FlamingHobo666 shares Jin’s silhouette in Ghost of Tsushima

artenpixels_ shares Alan walking through a shadowy subway platform in Alan Wake II

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: Light
SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on November 11, 2026

Next week, share characters stepping into the light from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: The Most Requested Update, a free update bringing several player-requested and quality-of-life features to the game, is live today on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. The update has new content, a progression update, and more, including:

• New Game Plus
• 2 New Achievements
• Enhanced Progression Mode option
• New Power calculation
• Master Assassin Naoe outfit
• Upgraded PSSR optimizations
• Animus Hub synchronization update

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It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. In October, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 led the PS5 charts in the US and the EU, and BeamNG.drive landed in the top 3 on both charts. Meanwhile, Hard Bullet dominated the PS VR2 charts.

Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month?

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*Naming of products may differ between regions
*Upgrades not included

PS4 Games