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Inverse
6 days ago
Video games

15 Years After Xbox, PlayStation Learns A Valuable Lesson about PC Gamers

Sony backtracked on requiring PSN account for Helldivers 2 on PC due to fan backlash, highlighting power of community feedback. [ more ]
Gadgets 360
1 week ago
Video games

Sony Walks Back Helldivers 2 PSN Account Linking Requirement on Steam

Sony reverses decision to mandate PlayStation Network account linking for Helldivers 2 on Steam after intense backlash. [ more ]
GameSpot
6 days ago
Video games

PlayStation Cancels Helldivers 2 Mandatory PSN Sign-In Requirement Following Player Uproar

Sony reversed a mandatory PSN account requirement for Helldivers 2 on PC after backlash from players. [ more ]
Engadget
6 days ago
Video games

Sony quickly backs down on Helldivers 2 PSN requirement for PC players

Sony backtracks on forcing Helldivers 2 PC players to link accounts, cancels update for mandatory account linking. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

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 ]
WGB
2 months ago
Video games

Helldivers 2 was the best-selling game of February in the UK,

Helldivers 2 was the best-selling game in the UK for February, with a unique sales growth pattern.
Balanced split between PC and PS5 sales for Helldivers 2. [ more ]
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gaming
Kotaku
1 week ago
Video games

Helldivers 2 Players Mad Over New PSN Steam Requirements

Players are required to link their Steam and PlayStation Network accounts for a Sony-published game, sparking inconvenience and frustration. [ more ]
The Verge
1 month ago
Video games

PlayStation Network is partially down

Sony's PlayStation Network is currently experiencing a partial outage affecting various services like signing in, gaming, and accessing content.
Users may encounter error messages and issues with specific services like PlayStation Video, PlayStation Store, and PlayStation Direct. [ more ]
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gaming-industry
GameSpot
3 weeks ago
Video games

PS5 Pro Leaked Specs Reportedly Show Huge Graphical Leaps Forward

Sony is reportedly developing a more powerful PS5 Pro with enhanced GPU, CPU, memory, and ray tracing features for improved gaming performance. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
Video games

Jim Ryan says the PS2 sold 160 million units, though it might not be as simple as that

Jim Ryan revealed PS2 total sales as 160 million units, an increase from the previous 155 million reported by Sony.
PS2 remains the best selling console ever, with potential sales ranging between 158.6 to 161.8 million units. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

Sony Reportedly Halts PSVR2 Production As Headsets Fail To Sell

Sony has paused production of PS5's VR headset due to poor sales momentum and unsold stock.
PSVR2 faces challenges like high price, limited game support, comfort issues, lack of major game titles, and lack of backward compatibility. [ more ]
Kotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Sony Explains Why The PS Portal Ain't The Vita 2

The PlayStation Portal was not meant to be a PSP successor.
The device's popularity exceeded expectations despite initial confusion. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

PS5 Pro Could Launch Just In Time For GTA 6, Analysts Predict

Analysts predict PS5 Pro release in 2024, anticipating GTA 6 launch boost.
Sony cuts PS5 sales forecast; considering PS5 Pro launch will maintain pricing. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
Video games

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 ]
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www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Video games

Pushing Buttons: When we don't know the true sales figures for consoles, players lose out

PlayStation 5 could be Sony's most successful console, according to Jim Ryan.
Sony has never officially announced the total sales of PlayStation 2, estimated to be around 160 million units.
The video game industry lacks transparency in reporting actual sales numbers, focusing more on vague metrics like user numbers and revenue. [ more ]
virtual-reality
WGB
1 month ago
Video games

PSVR2 production has been paused, according to a new report

Sony has allegedly halted PSVR2 production due to unsold units.
Sony's PSVR2 struggled due to lack of first-party content and high price. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

PlayStation VR 2 Headset Production Paused - Report

Sony pausing PlayStation VR 2 production due to slow sales and existing inventory backlog
Sony exploring PC compatibility for PSVR 2 to potentially widen market reach [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
Video games

Uh oh, things don't sound great for the PS VR2 as production is reportedly paused to help shift a backlog of headsets

Sony paused PS VR2 production due to unsold units
VR market growth expected with Apple's Vision Pro arrival [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
Video games

Expanding horizons: Sony tests bringing PC VR games to PlayStation VR2 headset, aiming for 2024 launch

Sony testing PS VR2 PC compatibility
Potential for increased game variety and options for PS VR2 users [ more ]
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gaming
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

PlayStation Plus Extra And Premium Games For February Announced

Nine games are coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in February.
The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition and Tales of Arise are among the games being added to PS Plus Extra and Premium. [ more ]
Kotaku
3 months ago
Video games

I Played TLOU 2 and Ragnarok With PlayStation's Access Controller

The Last of Us Part II was not accessible to the author due to PlayStation's lack of accessible hardware.
The author finally has the capability to play the game with the recently released Access Controller, but still faces challenges. [ more ]
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console-sales
Kotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Bummer: PS5 Entering 'The Latter Stage Of Its Life Cycle,' Sony Says

Sony does not plan to release any new titles in its major franchises for the remainder of 2024.
Sony executives predict that PS5 sales will slow down in the next fiscal year. [ more ]
Inverse
2 months ago
Video games

Sony Is Already Giving up on Its Most Disappointing Console Generation

Sony expects PlayStation 5 sales to slow as the console enters the latter stage of its life cycle.
Sony sold 8.2 million PS5 consoles last quarter, missing estimates by 1 million sales. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

PS5 Misses Ambitious Sales Target, Now In "Latter Stage" Of Its Life Cycle

PS5 has entered the latter stage of its life cycle, according to Sony.
Sony predicts sales of PS5 to start slowing down in the next fiscal year. [ more ]
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Kotaku
6 days ago
Video games

Ghost Of Tsushima Multiplayer Will Require A PlayStation Network Sign-In On PC

Sony is requiring PSN account for multiplayer in PC games; backlash led to a reversal for Helldivers 2. [ more ]
GameSpot
6 days ago
Video games

Ghost Of Tsushima On PC Requires PSN Account For Online Play

Players need a PlayStation Network account for Ghost of Tsushima multiplayer on PC. [ more ]
VG247
21 hours ago
Video games

Oh dear, Ghost of Tsushima will be releasing in almost 180 fewer countries on Steam thanks to its PSN requirement

PSN requirement hindering Ghost of Tsushima's Steam release in multiple countries. [ more ]
Gadgets 360
1 hour ago
Video games

God of War Ragnarok Could Reportedly Be Announced for PC Soon

God of War Ragnarok will be the next PlayStation exclusive title to be ported to PC, following Sony's strategy to release single-player titles on PC after at least a year. [ more ]
WGB
2 days ago
Video games

God of War: Ragnarok will be announced for PC soon, it seems

Sony plans to announce God of War: Ragnarok for PC, possibly within the month. [ more ]
VG247
2 days ago
Video games

God of War: Ragnarok to be announced for PC this month - rumor

Sony is rumored to announce God of War: Ragnarok for PC this month. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago
Design

This Wearable Climate Controller Keeps You Comfortable in Extreme Weather - Yanko Design

Sony's REON POCKET 5 is a cutting-edge wearable climate controller with automatic functionality for seamless transitions between different activities and environmental conditions. [ more ]
Gadgets 360
3 months ago
Design

Sony Inzone H5 Wireless Gaming Headset Review: A Worthy PS5 Companion

The Sony Inzone H5 wireless gaming headset offers spatial audio capabilities, long battery life, and both wireless and wired connectivity.
The H5 represents an upgrade over the Pulse 3D wireless headset for the PS5, with a more comfortable design, intuitive controls, and longer battery life. [ more ]
The Verge
1 week ago
Video games

It's getting way easier to join PS5 multiplayer games with a friend

Sony introducing easier multiplayer session joining via links on PS5 and PlayStation App. [ more ]
Gadgets 360
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

PS5 Slim Gets Rs. 5,000 Discount in India From May 1: Details

Sony announced a limited-time discount of Rs. 5,000 on newly launched PS5 slim variants in India, reducing the price to Rs. 49,990 during the Summer Sale. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Film

Sony's Kraven the Hunter' release is delayed until December

The release calendar for summer movies is still evolving, with Sony's Kraven the Hunter being the latest film to shift its opening date to December. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
Film

Swing and a miss: Madame Web is as bad a box office flop as everyone predicted

Madame Web sets a record low for Sony's Spider-Man films with a $17.6 million US opening weekend gross.
The poor performance of Madame Web may deter Sony from producing another movie based on the character for more than a decade. [ more ]
The Verge
2 weeks ago
Video games

Sony's PlayStation Portal handheld is back in stock at multiple retailers

PlayStation Portal is back in stock at Best Buy and Sony's PlayStation Direct for $199.99. [ more ]
VG247
2 weeks ago
Data science

Sony's latest patent imagines a future where your PlayStation... plays your games for you?

Sony is exploring a patent for auto-playing portions of video games based on user play models. [ more ]
The Verge
3 weeks ago
Video games

Sony's new PlayStation PC overlay and shared Trophies arrive with Ghost of Tsushima

Sony introduces PlayStation PC overlay with shared Trophies on Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut. [ more ]
GameSpot
3 weeks ago
Video games

Sony Wants New "PS5 Pro Enhanced" Mode In Games - Report

Sony is encouraging game developers to create exclusive graphics modes for the alleged PlayStation 5 Pro to enhance visual experience. [ more ]
Inverse
3 weeks ago
Video games

A PlayStation 5 Pro Is Sony's Riskiest Hardware Bet Yet

A more powerful PlayStation 5, codenamed Trinity or PS5 Pro, with enhanced performance, including a better GPU and CPU, is expected to be released later this year. [ more ]
Inverse
1 month ago
Video games

This Modder Turned a PS1 Controller Into One of the Weirdest Gaming Handheld We've Seen

Sony may explore a follow-up to PlayStation Vita.
Japanese modder created unique portable PlayStation gaming handheld.
Satoh's mod showcases nostalgia and custom enhancements. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

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 ]
VG247
1 month ago
Web design

For one Madame Web actor, the box office flop was just a "strategic business decision"

Sydney Sweeney saw Madame Web as a strategic business move to build relationships with Sony.
Actors like Sweeney and Dakota Johnson face challenges with films made by committee. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Web design

Finally, You Can Dunk On Madame Web From The Comfort Of Home

Sony's Madame Web is being released for digital home viewing shortly after its theatrical release.
The digital release of Madame Web includes behind-the-scenes featurettes and extras like a gag reel and deleted scene. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
3 months ago
Web design

Honor Magic6 RSR Porsche Design coming in March

Honor will be launching the Honor Magic6 Porsche Design in March, which will feature a new 1" camera sensor by OmniVision.
This new camera sensor is expected to compete with Sony's 1" LYT-900 solution.
The new camera sensor is also rumored to be used in the Xiaomi 14 Ultra. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Impressive-Sounding PS5 Pro Specs And Release Window Reportedly Leaked

Rumored PlayStation 5 Pro details leaked with improved specs and potential release in Q4 2024.
Specs include High CPU Frequency, faster GPU with advanced ray tracing, detachable disc drive, and new upscaling techniques. [ more ]
Polygon
1 month ago
Video games

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 ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

A New PS5 Beta Update Is Out Now For Some Players

Improved controller mic and speaker
New screen share interactions and brightness adjustment option [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

PlayStation Plus Free Games For Premium And Extra Subscribers In March Announced, Out Soon

Subscribers to PlayStation Plus will have access to several new games on March 19, including NBA 2K24, Marvel's Midnight Suns, and Resident Evil 3.
Premium subscribers will receive updates to the PlayStation Classics library, featuring titles like Jak and Daxter: The Last Frontier, Cool Boarders, and more. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
Video games

PS5 classic Ghost of Tsushima is launching May 16 on Steam, apparently

The popular game Ghosts of Tsushima is now available for pre-order on Steam for PC after initially being released on PS4 four years ago.
The PC version of Ghosts of Tsushima will include adaptive triggers, all DLC, and the Kurosawa mode, catering to fans of the original game. [ more ]
www.gamespot.com
2 months ago
Video games

Helldivers 2 Creative Director Dismisses Sony Acquisition Scuttlebutt

Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead denied acquisition by Sony, CEO called rumors 'fake'.
Sony published two of Arrowhead's games, including the highly popular Helldivers and Helldivers 2. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Horizon Forbidden West's PC Requirements Aren't Too Demanding

The PC version of Horizon Forbidden West has detailed hardware requirements for optimal gameplay.
The game includes a wide range of customization options and supports various performance-enhancing technologies for modern GPUs. [ more ]
Kotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Our Best Tips To Track Down A PlayStation Portal (Best Buy's Got 'Em!)

Best Buy has PS Portals in stock for purchase
PS Portal is popular but often out of stock on Sony's online store [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Video games

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 ]
Privacy professionals
BleepingComputer
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Insomniac Games alerts employees hit by ransomware data breach

Insomniac Games notified employees of data breach due to a Rhysida ransomware attack.
Sony's Insomniac Games suffered a data breach affecting personal information and game details. [ more ]
The Verge
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

Sony is investigating an alleged ransomware attack on Insomniac

Sony is investigating a claim by the Rhysida ransomware group that they stole sensitive data from Insomniac Games, including personal information for the voice actor of Spider-Man 2.
The data includes details about Insomniac's upcoming Wolverine game and scans of Insomniac employees' passports. [ more ]
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Kotaku
2 months 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 ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Unannounced Twisted Metal Live-Service Game Canceled - Report

Cancellation of Twisted Metal live-service game
Horizon online game still in development [ more ]
Kotaku
2 months ago
Video games

The Future Of Bloodborne Isn't Up To FromSoftware

Bloodborne remains beloved despite lack of sequel/remaster/remake
IP ownership with Sony is the reason for no Bloodborne updates [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

PlayStation VR 2 Adding PC Games Support In 2024

Sony plans to add PC compatibility to PSVR 2 later in 2024.
PSVR 2 owners can look forward to new games like The Wizards - Dark Times: Brotherhood and Zombie Army VR. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Sony Loses $10 Billion In Market Value Due To PS5 Sales Forecast Cut

Sony decreased PS5 sales forecast from 25M to 21M.
Declining margins in Sony's core gaming business are a major concern. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Airship Survival Adventure Game Forever Skies Will Be PS5 Console Launch Exclusive

Developer Far From Home is partnering with Sony to release Forever Skies on PlayStation 5 in 2024.
The partnership with Sony will not affect the ongoing development or release of the Steam version of Forever Skies. [ more ]
Engadget
2 months ago
Video games

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 ]
VG247
2 months ago
Video games

It's true, the PS5 won't be getting any major exclusives for a while

Sony confirmed no new major franchise titles between April 2024 and March 2025.
Sony is still focused on producing high-quality productions and live service games. [ more ]
Kotaku
2 months ago
Video games

PlayStation 5 Is About To Have A Quiet Year

Sony won't be releasing any new major existing franchise titles until 2025.
PlayStation 5's 2024 lineup will have a dearth of first-party games. [ more ]
WGB
2 months ago
Video games

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 ]
Polygon
2 months ago
Video games

PlayStation won't release any major first-party games before March 2025

Sony will not release any major first-party exclusive PlayStation 5 games in existing franchises until March 2025.
Sony is relying on third-party publishers and developers to fill the gap in exclusives for 2024. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Sony Confirms Rise Of Ronin Won't Be Released in South Korea

Sony confirms that the PS5 exclusive game Rise of Ronin is not releasing in South Korea.
The game was never officially announced for release in Korea and will not be sold or published in the country. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

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 ]
VG247
2 months ago
Video games

Helldivers 2 continues to struggle with log-in, matchmaking and reward-claiming issues as it soars past 360,00 concurrent players

Helldivers 2 has become Sony's biggest PC launch, surpassing God of War.
The game experienced server and connectivity issues due to the influx of players. [ more ]
AdExchanger
2 months ago
Marketing tech

You Bought It, But Don't Own It; The News On No More News | AdExchanger

Funimation users are being consolidated to Crunchyroll after Sony's acquisition of the latter.
Ownership has changed as possessions shift online, with customers only having the right to access content on platforms. [ more ]
Exchangewire
3 months ago
Marketing tech

Sony Calls Off Zee Merger; UK Gov Recommends Reforms for BBC Impartiality; OpenAI Strikes First Higher Education Partnership

Sony calls off merger with Zee Entertainment in India
UK government recommends reforms for BBC impartiality
OpenAI partners with Arizona State University [ more ]
VG247
3 months ago
Video games

Helldivers 2 overtakes God of War to become PlayStation's biggest PC launch

Helldivers 2 is the biggest launch ever for a PlayStation-published game on PC.
The game attracted 81,840 concurrent players at its peak on Steam. [ more ]
Engadget
3 months ago
Apple

Apple Vision Pro teardown uncovers pixels the size of red blood cells

The Apple Vision Pro has dual micro-OLED displays with incredibly high pixel density.
The displays are custom-made by Sony, and the Vision Pro has a PPI of 3,386. [ more ]
The Verge
5 months ago
Apple

Sony and Apple are giving PS5 owners six free months of Apple Music

PS5 owners can enjoy ad-free access to Apple Music for up to six months through a promotional offer from Apple and Sony.
The offer is available for new and qualified returning Apple Music customers until November 15th, 2024.
Once the trial period ends, users in the US will be charged $10.99 per month to continue the service. [ more ]
ReadWrite
3 months ago
Video games

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 ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Digital life

Best noise canceling headphones to drown out your surroundings

Sony's noise-canceling headphones are top-rated for their comfort, battery life, and strong noise cancellation.
Bowers & Wilkins headphones offer stellar sound quality and a comfortable lightweight design. [ more ]
Toucharcade
3 months ago
Video games

'Zenless Zone Zero' New Gameplay Trailer Showcased at State of Play, in Development for PS5 As Well as Mobile and PC

Zenless Zone Zero is an urban fantasy action RPG that is confirmed for release in 2024 on iOS, Android, and PC, and also for unannounced consoles.
A new gameplay trailer for Zenless Zone Zero was showcased during Sony's State of Play event, confirming its development for PS5.
The game is expected to make use of the PS5 DualSense controller haptics and adaptive triggers. [ more ]
ReadWrite
3 months ago
Video games

Here are Japan's top-selling 100 games last year, and not an Xbox title to be seen

Nintendo's Switch dominates the top 100 best-selling games in Japan in 2023 list.
Xbox did not have a single game in the top 100, while Sony had 18 spaces on the chart. [ more ]
GameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

Until Dawn Remake Confirmed, Coming To PS5 And PC This Year

Sony is developing a remake of the horror game Until Dawn
The remake will be released on PS5 and PC this year [ more ]
VG247
3 months ago
Video games

Kojima will be working on a new Action Espionage game after Death Stranding 2

Kojima and Sony are collaborating on a new Action Espionage game
The game will also have elements of a movie in terms of look, story, theme, cast, acting, fashion, and sound [ more ]
Kotaku
3 months ago
Video games

Everything We Saw At Sony's January State Of Play

Sony held its State of Play broadcast to showcase upcoming games.
The showcase featured games like Rise of Ronin and Stellar Blade. [ more ]
GameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

State Of Play January 2024: How To Watch, Start Times, And What To Expect

Sony has announced a State Of Play livestream for January 2024.
The event will feature more than 15 games in a 40+ minute runtime. [ more ]
Polygon
3 months ago
Video games

Until Dawn is getting a PS5 and PC remaster

Sony confirms Until Dawn remaster for PlayStation 5 and PC with expected release in 2025
A live-action Until Dawn movie directed by David F. Sandberg has also been announced [ more ]
VG247
3 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
3 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 ]
Kotaku
3 months ago
Video games

Bloodborne Kart Takes A Pit Stop Thanks To Sony Lawyers

Sony forced the fan-made Bloodborne Kart game to rebrand, resulting in a delay of its release date.
The developer, Lilith Walther, confirmed that Sony contacted her and told her to remove the branding of the game previously known as Bloodborne Kart. [ more ]
The Verge
3 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 ]
VG247
3 months ago
Video games

Sony pumps the breaks on Bloodborne Kart, but that doesn't mean it's outright cancelled

Sony has contacted the developer of Bloodborne Kart to remove branding from the fan-made project, causing a delay in its release.
The developer, Lilith Walther, expressed excitement about the project becoming an original game with full creative control after removing the branding. [ more ]
Kotaku
3 months ago
Video games

The Most Underrated PlayStation 5 Game Lands On PC Soon

Sony has announced the release date and features for the PC version of Horizon Forbidden West Complete.
The PC edition will have unlocked framerates, DLSS 3 upscaling, ultra-widescreen support, and more. [ more ]
GameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition Launches On PC In March With Extra Features

Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition will launch on PC on March 21 with the Burning Shores expansion and other features.
The PC version will have unlocked framerates, customizable graphics settings, and support for performance enhancing technologies such as NVIDIA DLASS 3, AMD FSR, and Intel XeSS. [ more ]
Graphic design
Creative Bloq
3 months ago
Graphic design

The new Madame Web posters are impressively poor

The new Madame Web posters for the Sony Spider-Verse spin-off have a noir aesthetic.
Fans find these new posters lackluster and lacking imagination. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
4 months ago
Graphic design

Columbia Pictures' 100th anniversary logo is an instant classic

Sony has unveiled the logo for Columbia Pictures' 100th anniversary in a delightful animated short.
The logo showcases the 'Lady with the Torch' design, which has remained a symbol of acclaimed filmmaking for 100 years. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
4 months ago
Graphic design

Behold Sony's new PS5 Slim colours in all their glory

Sony has introduced customizability for the PS5 with detachable face plates
The PS5 Slim will come in red, white, and blue [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
5 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 ]
Ars Technica
5 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 ]
GSMArena.com
5 months ago
Gadgets

Black Friday headphones deals: Discounts on Sony, Bose and Apple AirPods

There are several deals on headphones and earbuds available on Amazon.
Sony WF-C700N and WF-1000XM4 offer good sound quality and ANC.
Apple AirPods 2, AirPods 3, and AirPods Pro 2 are also on sale.
Beats Studio Buds offer 8 hours of listening time and ANC. [ more ]
Engadget
5 months ago
Video games

Black Friday gaming deals for 2023: Save on consoles, games and gear for your PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch or PC

Sony is selling PlayStation 5 bundles with Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III.
The slim PS5 bundle is available, but there is also a similar deal with the older 'fat' PS5.
Nintendo is offering a Switch OLED bundle with Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Nintendo Switch Online. [ more ]
Inverse
5 months ago
Video games

10 Years Ago, PlayStation Dealt a Devastating Blow to Its Fiercest Rival

Sony's video marketing strategy for the PS4 in 2014 was a brutal takedown of its biggest competitor, Microsoft's Xbox One.
The PS3 had a rocky start but eventually caught up with the Xbox 360 in sales in 2016, thanks to critically acclaimed exclusive franchises like Uncharted and The Last of Us.
Sony made significant improvements with the PS4, including a more reasonable price tag and an upgraded processor to make game development easier for third-party developers. [ more ]
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