Astro Bot marks the latest and greatest first-party exclusive from Sony, with the PS5 title launching earlier this month to universal acclaim from both critics and players alike. Despite being a relatively new IP, Astro Bot’s first proper game is already outpacing the sales of iconic PlayStation mascots Ratchet and …
Read More »Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on PS5 Pro reportedly a “night and day difference”
While the announcement of the long-awaited PlayStation 5 Pro has been somewhat controversial due to its high asking price, it seems as though many of the Pro system’s announced features are in fact the real deal. One of the most discussed PS5 exclusives to suffer from visual issues was Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, but according to Digital Foundry, the PS5 Pro version offers a “night and day difference.”
Read More »PS5 firmware update adds Welcome Hub, 3D audio improvements and more
Since its release back in late 2020, Sony has introduced many new and improved features to the PS5 through various software updates. The latest is a pretty meaty one – introducing a whole new Welcome Hub alongside 3D audio improvements; adaptive charging and more. Making the announcement on the PlayStation …
Read More »Free-to-Play ‘Honkai Star Rail’ is getting a physical disc release
Following the overwhelming success of Genshin Impact, the team at MiHoYo managed to catch lightning in a bottle twice with their follow-up Honkai Star Rail – surpassing over 100 million players in just 10 months. In a move rarely seen by free-to-play games, Honkai Star Rail is set to get …
Read More »New PlayStation+ Extra and Premium titles announced for September
Sony kicked off the month with a few new games for PS Plus Essential subscribers and now, the next batch of games for PS Plus Extra and Premium have been announced. There will be nine games arriving in September for PS+ Extra, with a few extra bonus games thrown in …
Read More »Over 140 characters have been revealed for Dragon Ball: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 so far
While Dragon Ball Budokai Tenkaichi was supposed to return in 2023, the game was eventually delayed after the widely positive reception to the game's announcement. The developers have been putting that extra time to good use too, as Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero (Budokai Tenkaichi 4) is due to have an …
Read More »Palworld PS5 announcement coming at TGS this month
Palworld got off to a hot start at launch in January 2024, but so far, the game has been an Xbox console exclusive. That is finally set to change very soon, with the long-awaited PS5 version set to be announced later this month. According to the Japanese-focused gaming site, Gematsu, …
Read More »PS5 Pro will also enhance old PS4 games
Though its price may be a bit of a hard sell for some, the PlayStation 5 Pro looks set to offer a massive improvement to most of your existing library – last-gen games included. While the main focus of the PS5 Pro is its ability to enhance a bunch of …
Read More »75% of all PS5 owners prefer Performance Mode according to PlayStation
Following years of leaks and rumours, Sony’s PlayStation 5 Pro was finally officially revealed during a presentation hosted by the lead system architect Mark Cerny. Alongside the details of the console itself, Cerny revealed that current PS5 owners are much more likely to use a performance mode over the fidelity …
Read More »Mojang confirms upcoming native PS5 upgrade for Minecraft
Despite being almost 4 years old now, the PlayStation 5 has yet to get a native version of Minecraft – with the Series X only having received its own upgrade recently. That said, the team have now finally confirmed and spoken on their plans for a free native PS5 upgrade; …
Read More »Astro Bot Director details upcoming free DLC
Astro Bot is a clear hit, with the 3D platformer from Team Asobi receiving universal acclaim from critics and players alike. While the team previously confirmed that the game will get some form of free DLC post-launch, Astro Bot’s director has now shared additional details on what to expect. Previously, …
Read More »PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation officially announced
In march of 2020, Sony officially announced and revealed the PlayStation 5’s specifications in-depth with a ‘Road to PS5’ stream hosted by the system’s lead architect Mark Cerny. With rumours of a PS5 Pro presentation set for this week, the console manufacturer has now announced another similarly-styled ‘Technical Presentation’ – hosted once again by Mark Cerny.
Read More »PS5 Pro reportedly set to be announced “next week”
Over the past month or so, we have seen an increasing number of leaks and rumours claiming that the long-awaited PlayStation 5 Pro is set to be officially unveiled sometime this month. Now, thanks to one insider, it appears as though the announcement could be as early as next week...
Read More »Astro Bot officially a hit as game receives universal critical acclaim
Astro Bot is an upcoming 3D mascot platformer from PlayStation’s Team Asobi. While Astro has appeared in multiple games (including a PS5 pack-in title), the little bot is set to get his first big break with the PS5 exclusive ‘Astro Bot’. Available from today, the game is officially a major …
Read More »‘Internal chatter’ surrounding Fairgame$ reportedly “very positive”
Following the announcement that the live-service PlayStation Studios title ‘Concord’ is being removed from stores due to its immediate financial failure, many have wondered what this means for PlayStation’s other previously-announced live-service games. According to one industry insider, the Haven Studios-developed PvP heist shooter Fairgame$ has had “very positive” internal …
Read More »Microsoft says Xbox Series S not to blame for delayed Black Myth Wukong release
Microsoft has once again responded to claims that technical issues are keeping Black Myth Wukong off of Xbox. In recent weeks, it has come to light that there is an unadvertised exclusivity deal in place for the game on PlayStation, and Microsoft's latest statement on the matter points to that …
Read More »PlayStation removes Concord from all stores, refunding customers
By now, it’s safe to say that PlayStation Studios’ live-service multiplayer hero shooter Concord is one of the biggest first-party failures in the platform’s history. Following abysmally low concurrent player counts and an estimated total sales of just 25,000 copies, Sony has been quick to respond – announcing the immediate ceasing of all sales alongside full refunds to everyone.
Read More »Until Dawn Remake studio hit by layoffs ahead of October release
Ballistic Moon, the studio behind the upcoming Until Dawn Remake, has undergone layoffs just weeks ahead of the game's launch. According to Insider Gaming, multiple developers at the studio have been made redundant this week, including those in programmer and technical design roles. Typically, we would see these more technical …
Read More »Astro Bot to get a sequel, according to PlayStation Trophies
Astro Bot is an upcoming 3D mascot platformer from PlayStation’s Team Asobi. While Astro has appeared in multiple games (including a PS5 pack-in title), the little bot is set to get his first big break with the PS5 exclusive ‘Astro Bot’. Ahead of the game’s launch, Astro Bot’s PlayStation Trophies …
Read More »Black Myth: Wukong may be a secret PS5 exclusive after all
There has been conflicting reports around Black Myth Wukong and the status of its Xbox version. While Microsoft has hinted at there being a timed exclusivity deal with Sony, keeping the game off of Xbox Series X/S consoles. Now, there seems to be some proof of that. Forbes reporter, Paul …
Read More »PS5 Pro design leaks ahead of September announcement
Much like last year's PS5 redesign, the upcoming PS5 Pro has been widely discussed for months thanks to numerous leaks. Now, one of the most trusted leakers around has revealed what the newly upgraded console will look like. Bilbil-kun, who has a long history of accurate leaks, particularly where PlayStation …
Read More »Ubisoft advises PS5 gamers to abandon their Star Wars Outlaws save and start over
It looks like Ubisoft has angered a lot of early Star Wars Outlaws players on PS5, particularly those who paid for the £100+ ultimate edition for early access. The version of the game that released last week had a number of bugs, including progression-blocking issues. A patch won't fix it …
Read More »Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions will be free for PS+ subscribers at launch
The next wave of PlayStation Plus titles have been announced. Available to claim from next Tuesday, PS Plus subscribers will be able to claim the new Harry Potter game, as well as MLB The Show 24 for Baseball fans, and indie-hit, Little Nightmares 2. Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions was announced …
Read More »Astro Bot director wants to bring the game to PC
While Astro Bot began life as a premier PSVR IP, Sony has since cut back its investment in VR games. The next Astro Bot game will be a classic platforming adventure game, returning to PlayStation's roots in many ways. While Astro Bot will be exclusive to PS5 at launch, the …
Read More »Sony accidentally leaks LEGO Horizon Adventures’ release date
During the most recent Nintendo Direct Partner showcase, we got another look at the upcoming LEGO Horizon Adventures – this time running on the Nintendo Switch. While the game is still officially slated to release sometime during ‘Holiday 2024’ Sony appears to have accidentally unveiled the game’s intended release date …
Read More »New PlayStation Accessories app launches on PC
Throughout this generation, we have seen Sony make an increased effort in trying to capture the PC market. From the release of PlayStation exclusives on PC as well as additional hardware support for the platform, the console maker is clearly trying to extend its reach. As part of this, Sony …
Read More »Square Enix shooter ‘Foamstars’ is going free to play
During Sony's disastrous live-service focused State of Play stream in 2023, Square Enix unveiled its latest PlayStation exclusive, Foamstars, a Splatoon-style shooter, but with paint replaced with colourful bubbles. As it turns out, the game has been out for quite a while at this point, but it has rarely broken …
Read More »PS5 Pro likely to be announced next month during State of Play claims insider
Since as far back as 2022, we have been hearing rumours, leaks and other various reports claiming that Sony is working on a PS5 Pro, with plans to launch sometime in 2024. Hot on the heels of Gamescom – in which the console was said to be an “open secret” …
Read More »Sony is reportedly “paying close attention to the handheld market”
There was once a time when PlayStation stood competitive in both the home and handheld console markets, releasing classic systems such as the PSP and PS Vita. Unfortunately, the financial failings of the latter system saw Sony leave the handheld space. In the wake of the success of the PS …
Read More »KitGuru Games: Black Myth: Wukong – China’s God of War
Black Myth: Wukong has been out for just under a week, garnering over 10 million sales and millions of concurrent players across PC and PS5. While many have been referring to this game as a 'souls-like' title, it is actually very different from the likes of Dark Souls and Elden Ring, taking much inspiration from games like God of War. This is apparent in both combat, but more importantly, it is apparent in storytelling, taking on a more cinematic approach, compared to the more passive story-telling style of the Souls games.
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