We've got quite a lot of exciting announcements and rumors to get through in today's news roundup, so let's just jump in with our top story which involves PlatinumGames finally announcing the release date for Bayonetta 3.
Our other stories today include a rumor that the next Assassin's Creed game may involve the Aztecs, and that HBO has confirmed its The Last of Us series will air at some point in "Early 2023." More details on these stories and more if you read on.
Bayonetta 3 Launches October 28
Looks like Bayonetta fans can breathe a sigh of relief as Bayonetta 3 will actually launch this year. PlatinumGames finally announced the release date alongside a brand new trailer shared by Nintendo, revealing that we'll finally be able to engage in some high-octane, hack-and-slash action on October 28 later this year. Nintendo also revealed that there seem to be two Bayonettas this time around and that Bayonetta 3 will include a "Naive Angel" mode so you don't have to pause the game every time your mum walks into the room.
Insider Claims Next Assassin's Creed Will Be About The Aztecs
Now that support for Assassin's Creed Valhalla is winding down, many fans have been wondering what the future of the series has in store. There are plenty of locations across the globe with rich histories to explore, but one insider seems pretty confident that the next Assassin's Creed will be all about the Aztecs. YouTuber ACG is rather well-regarded when it comes to Assassin's Creed leaks, and they simply tweeted out "Next AC will be Aztecs" with very little else to go on. We'll likely find out if this rumor is legit later this year.
HBO's The Last Of Us Will Premiere "Early 2023"
It feels like HBO's The Last Of Us has been in production forever, but HBO executive Casey Blogs has now given us the best idea of a premiere date yet. According to Blogs in a new interview, The Last of Us will premiere in "Early 2023," although he didn't narrow down the date any further than that. We already knew that the show is coming at some point in 2023, but Blogs' comments make it sound like it'll be sooner rather than later.
Stray's Day-One Launch On PS Plus Headlines July Titles
It seems like the PlayStation Plus Premium leak from a few days ago was legitimate as Sony has revealed over a dozen new titles headed to the service this month. These games include Final Fantasy 7 Remake Integrade, Marvel's Avengers, Saints Row: Gat Out Of Hell and Re-Elected, and a whole bunch of Assassin's Creed games. However, the crowning jewel is undoubtedly Stray, which is set to launch on the service day one.
Nintendo Opposes Japanese Courts By Recognizing Same-Sex Marriages
Last but not least, we have a feel-good story courtesy of Nintendo. The company released a statement regarding Japan's recent decision to uphold a ban on same-sex marriages, explaining that its partnership system implemented in March 2021 will recognize same-sex partnerships. Not only that, but employees in same-sex marriages will also receive the same benefits as those in opposite marriages as well, claiming that it wants to "create an environment where each of our many diverse employees can fully realize their talents."