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Microsoft Games Are Having A Major Moment On The PS5 Best-Seller Charts

Microsoft's strategy of bringing exclusive Xbox titles to PlayStation appears successful based on high rankings in PSN charts. [ more ]
WGB
6 hours ago
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Kena: Bridge of Spirits is heading to Xbox

Kena: Bridge of Spirits may no longer be a PlayStation exclusive, with indications of an upcoming release on Microsoft's console. [ more ]
ReadWrite
2 days ago
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How to make a PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox in Infinite Craft

Crafting game consoles in Infinite Craft involves grouping similar items together for crafting, with Xbox requiring Microsoft and a Game, while PlayStation and Nintendo Switch utilize some parts from Xbox creation. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 week ago
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Grab Granblue Fantasy: Relink Deluxe Edition For $65

Granblue Fantasy: Relink Deluxe Edition for PS5 on sale for $65 with extra goodies.
Standard version available for PS4 and PS5 on sale for $50. [ more ]
WIRED
1 week ago
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The Best PlayStation VR2 Games to Play Right Now

PS VR2 upgrades include higher resolution, HDR support, and enhanced comfort without external processors.
Top recommended games for PS VR2 users, with ongoing testing for new additions. [ more ]
Polygon
2 weeks ago
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The Dreamcast's most obscure revival breaks free from VR jail

Revival of Sega's Cosmic Smash coming to wider audience in 2024 with new features and gameplay options.
Inversion of VR support norm with 2D screen option added to C-Smash VRS, indicating potential changes in the VR gaming landscape. [ more ]
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Kotaku
6 days ago
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Even F1 Legend Lewis Hamilton Can't Beat Driver's Opening Level

Lewis Hamilton struggled with the opening tutorial level of the original Driver game on PlayStation, highlighting its extreme difficulty. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
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Sony Loses A Major Name To EA

Connie Booth moves from PlayStation to EA as Group Manager, Action RPG.
Booth's reputation for fostering creative culture will benefit EA's upcoming titles like Dragon Age, Mass Effect, Black Panther, and Man. [ more ]
Engadget
1 month ago
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The Morning After: These are the first Xbox-exclusive games heading to Switch and PS5

Pentiment and Grounded are two Xbox titles coming to Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5.
Games like Pentiment and Grounded are expanding to other consoles after hitting their full potential on Xbox and PC. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
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Physint isn't Kojima coming home to PlayStation - how can it be, when he never left?

Hideo Kojima is returning to PlayStation with his new game Physint, his spiritual home.
Kojima's influence is felt in PlayStation's first-party studio, with their focus on single-player, cinematic experiences. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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Silent Hill: The Short Message Takes The Series To First-Person, Out Now For Free

Silent Hill: The Short Message is a new first-person game in the Silent Hill series with a new female protagonist.
The game is available for free on the PlayStation Store. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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MLB The Show 24 Preorders Are Live: Here's What You Get With The Game

PlayStation has announced the release date for MLB The Show 24, featuring Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as the cover athlete.
The game will be available on PlayStation consoles, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, and preorders are now available with in-game bonuses for early orders. [ more ]
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GameSpot
2 weeks ago
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The Biggest Game Releases Of April 2024

April features new game releases for Metroidvania fans and PlayStation owners
High-profile releases are expected in May like Ghost of Tsushima PC port and Homeworld 3. [ more ]
Polygon
1 month ago
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GOG is offering God of War DRM-free for $24.99

Sony brings PlayStation games to PC DRM-free via GOG.com.
PC gamers now have access to formerly exclusive PlayStation titles like Days Gone and Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection. [ more ]
Engadget
1 month ago
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Ghost of Tsushima is coming to PC on May 16

Nixxes worked on bringing Ghost of Tsushima to PC with expanded features and optimizations.
The PC version of Ghost of Tsushima will include enhanced features like ultrawide monitor support and advanced upscaling technologies. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
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PlayStation might not have any upcoming first-party plans, but it does plan to be more "aggressive" with its PC releases

PlayStation is planning to bring more of its games to PC.
Sony is looking to increase profits by expanding its first-party content to multiplatform. [ more ]
Engadget
2 months ago
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Sony wants its PlayStation exclusives to come to PC earlier

Sony plans to release more PlayStation exclusives on PC in order to improve profit margins.
The company wants to capitalize on its popular first-party titles by expanding their availability on multiple platforms. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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Helldivers 2 Is PlayStation's Biggest PC Launch Yet Based On Concurrent Players

Helldivers 2 is the most popular PlayStation title on Steam by peak concurrent player count.
Despite its success, the game has encountered technical issues that the developer is actively addressing. [ more ]
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GameSpot
3 weeks ago
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Phil Spencer On How Gen Z Is Changing Xbox's Exclusivity Strategy

Xbox adapting to Gen Z habits by making games available on PlayStation and Switch
Microsoft's focus on making decisions to strengthen Xbox brand [ more ]
GameSpot
3 weeks ago
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PS5's Game Help Feature Expands Expands With Auto-Recorded Clips To Help Others

Sony expands PlayStation Game Help program with Community Game Help
Players can opt in to automatic video capture for game hints [ more ]
WGB
3 weeks ago
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Bend Studios is making a "AAA live-service" game

Bend Studios is working on a new IP with multiplayer and open-world systems similar to Days Gone.
The new job listing for a Lead Project Manager emphasizes the shift towards live-service games. [ more ]
VG247
3 weeks ago
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You can now own a digital bobblehead of the man that laid off 900 people at PlayStation before he retired

Jim Ryan digital bobblehead commemorates his 30 years at PlayStation.
Layoffs in gaming industry affecting large companies like PlayStation and EA. [ more ]
VG247
3 weeks ago
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It sounds like Xbox wants a piece of the Nintendo Switch pie, as a new report claims that it's working on a "fully native" handheld

PlayStation released a cloud-based handheld, while Xbox is reportedly prototyping a native handheld.
Microsoft's Xbox is developing a fully native handheld console, potentially similar to the Nintendo Switch. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
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Planet of Lana release date set for PlayStation consoles and Switch

Planet of Lana game releasing on PlayStation and Switch in April
Gameplay includes platforming, cinematic puzzles, and stealth sequences with companion mechanic. [ more ]
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GameSpot
1 month ago
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Helldivers 2 Merch Means You Can Now Own A Real Cup Of Liber-Tea

Official merchandise inspired by Helldivers 2 is available for purchase through various retailers, including mugs, shirts, and pins.
Helldivers 2 continues to be successful, with a wide range of merchandise and game improvements such as easier enemies and new Major Orders. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
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Helldivers 2 Merch Lets You Finally Have A Cup Of Liber-Tea

PlayStation releasing Helldivers 2 merchandise including a mug with in-game quotes.
More merchandise like shirts and mugs available now, promising wider range in the future. [ more ]
Polygon
1 month ago
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Helldivers 2 merch is here for fans who want to spread freedom

PlayStation unveils Helldivers 2 merchandise reflecting the game's success on PS5 and Steam.
Merchandise includes shirts, hats, mugs, keychains with cheeky game references and quotes. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
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Microsoft Confirms Plans To Launch These Four Xbox Games On Rival Platforms

Microsoft first-party games coming to rival platforms.
Cross-play available between console platforms and PC. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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Should We Be Worried About Xbox? ~ Spot On

Microsoft is considering releasing Xbox-exclusive games on PlayStation.
The potential move has sparked a range of reactions from fans, including reasoned discussion and outrage. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
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Where to (officially) play every Persona game

Persona is a popular series that has gained worldwide popularity in recent years with numerous releases.
Finding and playing the first three games in the Persona series can be challenging without emulation or older hardware. [ more ]
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GameSpot
1 month ago
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System Shock PS5 And Xbox Series X Preorders Are Live

System Shock remake debuts on PlayStation and Xbox consoles on May 21. Preorder for $50 on Amazon.
Remake blends '90s gameplay with modern design, retaining original aesthetics and emphasizing stealth and inventory management. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
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PS5 owners seem very keen to buy Xbox console exclusives - Rare hit topping the pre-order chart

PlayStation fans excited for Sea of Thieves on PS5.
Growing demand for cross-play games across platforms. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
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PS5 might be getting a PS2 emulator, but don't get too excited just yet

Classic PlayStation 2 games potentially coming to PS5 via Implicit Conversions.
PS5 may only support digital retro PlayStation games, not personal PS2 discs. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
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Deviation Games is shutting down despite PlayStation backing that promised "financial security for years and years"

Deviation Games, a AAA developer backed by PlayStation, has been shut down before releasing its first game.
The closure of Deviation Games, despite being financially supported by PlayStation, highlights the uncertainties in the gaming industry. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
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Halo On PlayStation Is Something Xbox Has Considered For A Long Time

Microsoft considered bringing Halo to PlayStation for financial gain and brand improvement.
Microsoft used a consultancy company to simulate scenarios involving competition like PlayStation for strategic planning. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
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Gears Of War Designer Wants To See The Franchise On PS5

Cliff Bleszinski expresses interest in bringing Gears of War to PlayStation.
Microsoft is expanding its gaming franchises to other consoles, aiming for a Netflix-like model. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
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Helldivers 2 Studio Debunks PlayStation Acquisition Rumors

Arrowhead Game Studios is not being acquired by PlayStation despite rumors on social media.
Arrowhead Game Studios is an independently owned studio by its founders, not owned by Sony. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
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Helldivers 2 passes God of War to become PlayStation's biggest Steam launch yet

Helldivers 2 has become PlayStation's biggest Steam launch, surpassing God of War (2018).
PlayStation's PC strategy of releasing games on Steam has been successful in expanding their offerings beyond just the PlayStation 5. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
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Painful Cuts At PlayStation, A Big Pokemon Reveal, And More Of The Week's Top News

PlayStation announced massive cuts and game cancellations.
Hideo Kojima reacted to Oscar Isaac's performance in Moon Knight. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
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Pushing Buttons: When even PlayStation is cutting jobs, something is seriously wrong with games

Sony is laying off 900 employees, including closures and cuts at various studios.
PlayStation Studios is adapting to industry changes, focusing on immersive narrative-driven stories and online experiences. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
London

PlayStation Cancels Multiple Games Amid Massive Job Cuts

Sony announces layoffs impacting several PlayStation studios.
The layoffs will affect around 900 people, or 8% of Sony's workforce. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
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PlayStation announces plans to lay off 900 people, will close London Studio

PlayStation plans to lay off 900 employees globally, reducing headcount by 8%.
This move is part of an industry-wide trend of layoffs, with major game studios like Microsoft and Supermassive Games also letting staff go. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
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How To Set Up A PS5 Passkey On PSN To Log In Without A Password

PS5 passkey service provides convenience and extra security for PlayStation users.
Passkey system offers quicker access to games and an additional layer of protection against cyberattacks. [ more ]
Gadgets 360
1 month ago
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These 4 Xbox Exclusives Are Coming to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch

Microsoft's exclusive games like Pentiment, Grounded, Hi-Fi Rush, and Sea of Thieves are expanding to Nintendo Switch and PlayStation platforms.
This move by Xbox highlights the industry trend towards increased accessibility and cross-platform compatibility. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
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Pushing Buttons: The end of the toxic console war' between Xbox and PlayStation

Microsoft announced four games for PlayStation and Nintendo Switch but is not exiting the console market or making all games multiplatform.
Xbox Game Pass subscription service remains exclusive to Xbox and PC. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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Microsoft Might Bring Flight Simulator And Next Doom To PlayStation, Switch - Report

Microsoft is planning to bring four first-party games to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch.
Microsoft Flight Simulator and the next Doom are being considered for multiplatform release. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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Phil Spencer Says Any Xbox Game Could Come To PS5, But Not Every One Will

Microsoft is releasing four Xbox games on PlayStation and Nintendo Switch, but has no plans to bring Starfield or Indiana Jones to rival systems.
Microsoft is not ruling out the possibility of future Xbox games releasing on competing platforms.
Microsoft's goal is to reach as many players as possible and ensure long-term growth for the Xbox business. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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Xbox Confirms Four First-Party Games Are Coming To PlayStation And Nintendo Switch

Microsoft is bringing four Xbox exclusives to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch as part of its growth strategy.
The confirmed Xbox exclusives are Indiana Jones and Starfield, while Hi-Fi Rush, Pentiment, Sea of Thieves, and Grounded are rumored to be the other four games. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
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Microsoft bringing Xbox games to PlayStation and Nintendo, amid major strategy shift

Microsoft announced that four exclusive Xbox games will be available on PlayStation and Nintendo consoles.
The next version of the Xbox console will be detailed before the end of 2024. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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Diablo 4 Coming To Game Pass On March 28

Diablo IV is coming to Xbox Game Pass, marking the first Activision Blizzard title on the subscription service.
Microsoft confirmed four Xbox games heading to rival platforms in their multiplatform release strategy. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
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If the best Xbox exclusive of this generation comes to Nintendo Switch, everyone should be excited

The term 'pentimento' refers to a change an artist makes to their work as progress on the project continues, which is fitting for a game about history and questioning the recorded past.
The future of Pentiment as a Microsoft-only game is uncertain, and there is a possibility that it may be released on PlayStation and Nintendo consoles. [ more ]
Engadget
2 months ago
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Xbox confirms four of its games are coming to more popular consoles

Xbox plans to bring more games to other platforms, likely PlayStation and Nintendo Switch
The games coming to PlayStation and Switch have been on Xbox and PC for at least a year [ more ]
The Verge
2 months ago
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It's time for Microsoft to build an Xbox Steam Deck

Nintendo Switch on track to become bestselling game console
Microsoft may bring Xbox exclusives to PlayStation and Switch [ more ]
WGB
2 months ago
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Sony says no 'no existing major franchise titles' until March 2025

PlayStation generated $96 million in revenue during the Holiday quarter.
Sony cuts sales forecast for major franchises for the next fiscal year. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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No Major Sony Franchise Game Releases Are Coming Until April 2025 At Earliest

Sony will not release any major PlayStation franchise games before April 2025
The company will focus on developing live-service games and releasing timed exclusives [ more ]
WGB
2 months ago
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New report states Hi-Fi Rush and Pentiment will be the first Xbox games going to PS5 and Switch

Hi-Fi Rush and Pentiment are the first Xbox games to be released on PlayStation and Switch.
Sea of Thieves may also be released on other platforms to boost its popularity. [ more ]
ReadWrite
2 months ago
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Xbox says no plans to quit consoles -- but a podcast format announcement?

Xbox reassures fans they will continue to produce consoles.
Fans hope Xbox will reveal plans to go multi-platform with some of their biggest games. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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Should We Be Worried About Xbox? | Spot On

Fans of Microsoft's gaming business have strong opinions about the possibility of Xbox-exclusive games being released on PlayStation.
The immediate and overwhelming reaction on social media platforms has made it difficult to consider all perspectives. [ more ]
Kotaku
2 months ago
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Kotaku Investigates: Where Does The Foam In Foamstars Come From?

Foamstars, Square Enix's new multiplayer shooter, is out now on PlayStation. The game has received negative reviews.
There is confusion about the origin of the foam used as projectiles in the game, with comparisons to bodily fluids. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 months ago
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Do Xbox owners have a right to expect console exclusives?

Microsoft is rumored to be considering launching Bethesda games on PlayStation consoles.
Xbox fans are concerned that Microsoft may abandon their favored console. [ more ]
WIRED
2 months ago
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The Console Wars Are Over. Some Influencers Won't Let Them Go

Some Xbox titles may lose exclusivity and move to other platforms like PlayStation and Nintendo Switch.
Parts of the Xbox community are furious about this potential betrayal. [ more ]
ReadWrite
2 months ago
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Microsoft set to break silence next week on Xbox titles coming to Playstation

Rumors suggest that Sony's gaming rival will announce news about the future of exclusives and titles coming to PlayStation and Switch.
Data-mined leaks have hinted at potential games making an appearance on other consoles. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Responds To PS5 Rumors For Starfield, Gears Of War

Microsoft is planning a business update event to discuss its Xbox console exclusivity strategy.
There have been reports that Microsoft may bring games like Gears of War and Starfield to PlayStation. [ more ]
Kotaku
2 months ago
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Indiana Jones, Starfield PS5 Reports Suggest A Major Xbox Pivot

Major Bethesda releases may come to PlayStation 5, adding to Xbox multiplatform rumors.
Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda may not result in every game being an Xbox exclusive. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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Gears Of War Reportedly In Consideration For PlayStation Release

Microsoft is considering bringing Gears of War to PlayStation.
Microsoft may reveal its new game release strategy earlier due to recent reports. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
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Xbox games coming to PlayStation is fine, but it's the future of Xbox consoles I'm worried about

Xbox's legacy is often reduced to Halo, overshadowing its other features and offerings.
The author expresses concern about the future of Xbox consoles if Microsoft focuses on being a third-party publisher. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Indiana Jones And Other Xbox First-Party Games Could Be Coming To PS5 - Report

Microsoft is considering making games from their first-party studios available on platforms other than Xbox and PC.
Games such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Starfield could potentially be released on PlayStation or Nintendo Switch. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
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One Of Our Favorite Pro Controllers Is Getting A New PS5 Model

PDP has released a new white variant of its Victrix Pro BFG wireless controller for PlayStation.
The new model has the same features as the other Victrix Pro BFG controllers, but with a new white color scheme and neon purple accents. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
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Ahead of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's State of Play showcase, rumours suggest a demo is on the way

PlayStation's upcoming State of Play will focus on Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and may include a demo.
The download size for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is reported to be 145.250 gigabytes. [ more ]
Inverse
2 months ago
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PlayStation's Biggest Reveals Don't Make Me Confident About Gaming In 2024

State of Play showcased upcoming games but lacked release dates.
Some games had minimal details and long wait times for release.
The selection of games was not the strongest. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
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All the biggest announcements from PlayStation's winter 2024 State of Play

State of Play showcased upcoming PS5 and PS VR 2 games
Highlights included Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and new game from Hideo Kojima [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
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Watch the PlayStation State of Play broadcast here

The State of Play presentation will feature extended looks at Rise of the Ronin and Stellar Blade, and possibly Death Stranding 2.
The presentation will showcase other titles coming to PS5 and PS VR2 in 2024 and beyond. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
Video games

Kojima could be hinting a Death Stranding 2 showing for State of Play

Hideo Kojima's Instagram post suggests a possible appearance of Death Stranding 2 in Sony's State of Play presentation.
Sony's State of Play will feature over 15 games and a new look at titles coming to PS5 and PS VR2 in 2024 and beyond. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
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PlayStation's new State of Play showcase coming Jan. 31

Sony Interactive Entertainment will host a State of Play presentation on January 31.
The showcase will focus on updates to games coming to PlayStation platforms in 2024 and beyond. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Granblue Fantasy: Relink Collector's Edition Restocked At Amazon

Granblue Fantasy: Relink launched on PS5, PS4, and PC this week.
The collector's edition and deluxe edition of Granblue Fantasy: Relink are in high demand and could sell out soon. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

PlayStation And Switch Ports Of An Xbox Exclusive May Have Leaked In A Bizarre Way

Leaked t-shirt textures from the game Hi-Fi Rush suggest that the game may be coming to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch.
The t-shirt designs reference the absurdity of a Microsoft exclusive ending up on PlayStation and the portable nature of the Nintendo Switch. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Dave The Diver Is Coming To PS5 In 2024, Alongside A Godzilla Crossover

Mint Rocket's hit game Dave The Diver is coming to PlayStation in April.
The game will have haptic feedback and adaptive trigger effects on the PS5 version, with a free Godzilla DLC in May. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Kojima Developing What Sounds Like A Metal Gear Game Without The Metal Gear Name

Hideo Kojima is creating a new action-espionage game for PlayStation.
The game aims to transcend the barrier between film and video games. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

New Silent Hill 2 Gameplay Footage Premieres, And It's Very Scary

Silent Hill 2 remake was showcased during PlayStation's State of Play presentation.
The remake does not have a release date yet, but it will be available on PS5. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
Video games

Finally - a proper look at Team Ninja's PS5 exclusive, Rise of the Ronin

Sony unveiled gameplay footage for the upcoming PS5 exclusive, Rise of the Ronin, during their State of Play presentation.
The game is Team Ninja's first open-world RPG and includes new features like a grappling hook, practical firearms, and interactions with non-playable characters. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

PlayStation State Of Play Announced For January 31

Sony has announced that its first State of Play presentation in 2024 will take place on January 31st, covering around 15 games including Stellar Blade and Rise of the Ronin.
The previous State of Play episode in September featured games such as Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora and Marvel's Spider-Man 2, and also revealed a release date for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. [ more ]
WGB
2 months ago
Video games

PlayStation State of Play is rumoured for this week and may include a new Metro VR game

PlayStation will be hosting a State of Play event to showcase upcoming games, including a new virtual reality title set in the Metro universe.
Rumored games to be shown include Rise of the Ronin, Death Stranding 2, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Sonic Generations Remaster, Silent Hill 2, a new Metro game, and Judas. [ more ]
The Verge
2 months ago
Video games

Sony's next PlayStation State of Play streams this week

Sony will be holding a State of Play livestream featuring more than 15 games for PS5 and PS VR2 in 2024 and beyond.
The last State of Play featured announcements for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Spider-Man 2, so we can expect to see more updates on these games and other PlayStation titles. [ more ]
The Verge
3 months ago
Video games

Xbox Developer Direct 2024: all the news and trailers

Microsoft considering bringing Xbox exclusives to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch
Microsoft aiming to bring their first-party experiences and subscription services to all gaming platforms [ more ]
The Verge
3 months ago
Video games

Why Microsoft might be considering Xbox exclusives on PlayStation and Nintendo Switch

Microsoft is considering bringing Xbox exclusives to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch platforms.
Microsoft's Xbox strategy is being weighed now that the Activision Blizzard deal is complete. [ more ]
VG247
3 months ago
Video games

Until Dawn movie in the works with Shazam director

Shazam! director David F. Sandberg is adapting PlayStation's game Until Dawn into a movie despite the game already being an interactive movie.
Gary Dauberman, the screenwriter behind horror hits like It and Annabelle, will be working on the script. [ more ]
Gadgets 360
4 months ago
Video games

Classic GTA Trilogy Now on Android, iOS Phones Via Netflix Games

Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition is now available on iOS and Android mobile platforms and includes Grand Theft Auto III, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
Netflix subscribers can play the games for free, while non-subscribers can purchase them on the Play Store or App Store. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Tech industry

PlayStation Will Remove Discovery Shows Despite User Purchase

Sony is removing all Discovery content from user libraries on PlayStation consoles, even if it had been purchased.
The decision is attributed to content licensing arrangements with content providers and comes as Warner Bros. Discovery seeks to gain more subscribers to its streaming services. [ more ]
Gadgets 360
5 months ago
Tech industry

PlayStation 5 Owners Get Up to 6 Months of Apple Music: How to Claim

PlayStation 5 owners can claim up to six months of free Apple Music as part of a new partnership between Sony and Apple.
Even returning customers can claim five months of free Apple Music.
To claim the free subscription, users need to download the Apple Music app on their PlayStation 5 and log in with their Apple ID. [ more ]
www.npr.org
10 months ago
Tech industry

We ranked the top 10 'Final Fantasy' main games, ahead of XVI's release

Final Fantasies XV, IX, X Square Enix I love Final Fantasy, and sometimes love makes you do drastic things.When the first trailer for Final Fantasy 16 dropped in late 2020 I made the inspired decision to play and rank every mainline entry before it came out.I had finished most of them already, but why not relive the magic once more?
www.npr.org
10 months ago
Tech industry

'Street Fighter 6' takes bold swings that (mostly) pay off

Zangief gets all steamed up before a bout.Capcom I've been playing fighting games since middle school, and, like any fan, I can tell you that the Street Fighter series has always been at the top of the pack.For eight long years, I've eagerly awaited Street Fighter 6.As I dug in, I was impressed by how the game's art direction married urban style and martial arts substance a mix that Capcom has cultivated in every entry since the late 80s.
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Ars Technica
4 months ago
Gadgets

PlayStation is erasing 1,318 seasons of Discovery shows from customer libraries

Sony will erase all Discovery content purchased on the PlayStation Store before 2024.
This decision affects a total of 1,318 seasons of shows, potentially impacting numerous users. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Television

When Andrew Koji Isn't Fighting Onscreen, He's Memorizing a Poem

In November, Andrew Koji wrapped the third season of Warrior, the martial-arts television drama inspired by the writings of Bruce Lee.He's still recovering.At 35, he's just past the peak age of an athlete, he said, massaging his upper arm during a video call from London, and I am feeling it.In Warrior, which begins airing June 29 on Max, Koji plays a Chinese immigrant whose search for his sister forces him into the role of hatchet man for a gang.
www.npr.org
10 months ago
Books

'The Flash' throws off intermittent sparks

The Flash movie is filled with creative visual effects, thrilling action sequences, and a compelling story about a superhero trying to save the world.
While the movie is lighthearted and entertaining, it also explores deeper themes of family, loss, and identity.
The Flash movie is a great example of a successful comic book adaptation that will appeal to both fans of the original comic and newcomers to the genre. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
France news

What to stream this week: 'Extraction 2,' Stan Lee doc, 'Star Trek' and 'The Wonder Years'

Albums from John Mellencamp and Killer Mike, as well as the return of Chris Hemsworth's gun-for-hire anti-hero in Netflix's Extraction 2 are among the new television, movies, music and games headed to a device near you.Among the offerings worth your time as selected by The Associated Press' entertainment journalists are season two of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and new The Wonder Years, about a middle-class Black family in Montgomery, Alabama, in the 1960s, returns for its second season.
GSMArena.com
10 months ago
Mobile UX

Hot Take: Apple Vision Pro

Apple's AR initiative has been a long time coming.We first caught wind of Apple being interested in this space when the iPhone 8 Plus featured some new AR capabilities courtesy of the company's new ARKit.It seemed unlikely even back then that Apple's vision for AR would be limited to just the iPhone and that the company had something bigger cooking in the background.
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

WNBA's expanded charter flights are a 'game changer.' What's next?

(Jeff Lewis / Associated Press)

On Saturday morning, after playing a road game the night before, Chiney Ogwumike woke up in her bed at home.It was bliss.Until the Sparks forward considered that the opportunity to travel immediately after a game via charter flight like the one she hopped on Friday night in Phoenix was a fleeting perk.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
10 months ago
Design

This thin handheld gaming console comes with motion detection sensors for deeper immersion - Yanko Design

Handheld gaming consoles are making a strong comeback, by the looks of things.While Steam Deck, Asus ROG Ally, and Nintendo Switch already have a stellar presence in the market, Sony is also jumping on the bandwagon with Project Q handheld.The gaming console is not exactly a full-fledged handheld (what everyone would have actually loved) that can play titles, rather a gadget to stream games from PlayStation 5. Strange but true!
Ars Technica
10 months ago
Games

Interview: How System Shock balanced faithful recreation and modern design

After nearly seven years of development, more than a decade after Stephen Kick first started looking into the rights, and almost 30 years after its release, System Shock is back.It's simultaneously just how you remember it and also quite new.One of the unique aspects of this new version of the game from Nightdive Studios is how it mixes the concepts of "remake" and "remaster," which are typically applied as binary labels.
www.npr.org
10 months ago
Arts

'Diablo IV' Review: Activision Blizzard deals old-school devilish delights

No, not the Judeo-Christian one.This Lilith is the daughter of Mephisto, one of the "Three Prime Evils," essentially making her the niece of Diablo himself.Activision Blizzard I rounded the corner of the dungeon as "Bob," my brooding fire sorcerer, hot on the trail of the demon Lilith.
Creative Bloq
10 months ago
Graphic design

Yikes, Sony's Project Q handheld just got even worse

When Sony revealed Project Q, the new PS5 handheld, I and many others were underwhelmed.This new tech for PlayStation 5 isn't a proper console but a streaming 'controller', and a new rumour suggests it could be even worse than expected.When the new P55 handheld was revealed at Sony's PlayStation Showcase 2023 it disappointed, as it essentially streams games from PlayStation 5 via Remote Play over Wi-Fi.
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