Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast PlayStation Shuts Down Bluepoint - Kinda Funny Games Daily 02.19.26
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Feb 19, 2026 Breaking studio closure news and what it means for remakes and canceled projects. New details on God of War recording hints and rumors about a summer announcement. Todd Howard confirming a next-gen engine for Elder Scrolls VI and debate over its design direction. Sony's strategy to monetize the PS5 installed base and possible service price moves.
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Late-Summer Tease Sparks God Of War Speculation
- Christopher Judge hinted fans will “hear about what we're doing probably late summer,” sparking speculation about a new Sony Santa Monica project.
- Hosts debated whether this implies a new God of War title, DLC, or Judge merely promoting colleagues' work.
Remakes Risk Losing Original Combat Identity
- The hosts split on whether the God of War trilogy remakes should adopt a modern Ragnarok-style combat or retain the original fast-paced character-action feel.
- They warned a new fighting system risks changing the core identity fans value from the OG games.
Elder Scrolls VI Returns To Classic RPG Roots
- Todd Howard said Elder Scrolls VI will return to classic Elder Scrolls style and run on Creation Engine 3 after upgrading from Creation Engine 2.
- Hosts expect a focus on exploration, cities, and RPG systems rather than Starfield-style segmentation.