Masahiro Sakura is one of the most well-loved faces in the industry. Being responsible for the creation of not just Kirby but also Super Smash Bros, the director has been involved in the development for every Smash Bros. game. With Ultimate having concluded its post-launch support all the way back …
Read More »The PS5 has surpassed 40 million sales
The PS5 has reached a new sales milestone, with Sony confirming that over 40 million units of the new-gen console have been sold. It didn't reach this milestone as quickly as the PS4, but that can primarily be chalked up to significant supply issues during the console's first two years …
Read More »PlayStation will be at ChinaJoy event with Lost Soul Aside and more
China is quickly becoming one of the most prominent sources of new and unique indie titles, featuring great ambitions and surprising scopes. PlayStation has supported the market for years with its China Hero Project. Later this week the console manufacturer will be showing off a bunch of games at the …
Read More »Microsoft announces pizza-scented TMNT Xbox controllers
Microsoft’s first-party controller customisability has shined in recent generations, with players being able to control the colours of almost all aspects of the accessory. Likewise, Microsoft-designed custom controllers have never shied away from being flashy. Even so, their newest controllers are some of the oddest custom jobs yet. Making the announcement …
Read More »High on Life shadowdrops onto PlayStation
In December of last year Squanch Games released High on Life as an Xbox console exclusive – arriving day-one on Game Pass. Following an update to the PlayStation Network’s backend with a package titled ‘High on Life’ the comedic FPS has now been officially announced for PlayStation. Shadow-dropping the game …
Read More »PlayStation’s Project Q handheld runs on Android according to leaked images
During Sony’s PlayStation Showcase, the console manufacturer officially announced Project Q – a Remote Play enabled handheld which will allow you to play your PS5 games away from the console itself. Few details were shared at the time, however thanks to a new set of leaked images we can now …
Read More »The PS5 Pro will apparently bring a massive GPU upgrade
It would seem that Sony is cooking up a mid-gen refresh console. The PS5 Pro has apparently been in development since 2022 under the codename ‘Trinity', in keeping with Sony's penchant for using Matrix-inspired codenames. You may recall that the PS4 Pro was codenamed Neo and the original PlayStation VR …
Read More »Xbox’s Corporate Vice President seemingly teases Elden Ring coming to Game Pass
One of the biggest games of 2022 was undoubtedly Elden Ring. Having sold more than 20 million copies, it is safe to assume that a majority of FromSoftware fans have purchased and played the game. That said, for those who have yet to try Elden Ring, the game is seemingly …
Read More »Xbox console exclusive ‘High on Life’ seemingly coming to PlayStation
One of the biggest Xbox Game Pass success stories for 2022 was that of High on Life – a comedic first-person shooter with a unique set of weapons and abilities. Releasing day-one as a Game Pass exclusive back in December of last year, it would appear as though the title …
Read More »Metroid Prime 2 remaster coming out “relatively soonish” according to insider
Following years of rumours, Nintendo finally released the long-awaited remaster for Metroid Prime to the Nintendo Switch earlier this year. In the wake of its success, one industry insider is now claiming that the second game in the sub-series is set to be remastered “soonish.” Jeff Grubb has become one …
Read More »PSVR2 FPS Firewall Ultra gets August release date
Firewall Zero Hour was a 1st-gen PlayStation VR title which managed to make the most of the substandard hardware to create a compelling and highly flexible multiplayer first-person shooter experience, Announced late last year, a sequel to Zero Hour is set to arrive on the latest and greatest PSVR2 – …
Read More »Insomniac Games discusses role of Venom in Spider-Man 2
Earlier this month Insomniac Games confirmed that they would be going to San Diego Comic-Con to share a bunch of new details regarding the upcoming and much-anticipated PS5 exclusive Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Ahead of the panel, the studio has taken part in an interview where they discussed the role of …
Read More »Summer’s Xbox Games Showcase breaks records for company
Summer Game Fest 2023 has come and gone, and to many, the standout showcase was Microsoft with its Xbox + Starfield Direct. The console manufacturer has now revealed that not only was the showcase well-received, but it was viewed by almost 100 million people. Sharing the news via the official …
Read More »Nearly a dozen games are leaving PS Plus next month
Sony’s revamped PlayStation Plus service seems to be somewhat of a success so far, with the console manufacturer in essence offering their own take on Xbox’s Game Pass. As with Game Pass however, Sony removes titles from the service on a semi-regular basis, with August set to see almost a …
Read More »UK’s biggest supermarket to stop selling physical video games
In recent years we have seen an increased adoption of digital gaming media, with a decreasing number of players opting to purchase their games physically. This figure will likely only decrease from here on out, as the UK’s biggest supermarket brand has now announced their intentions to stop selling physical …
Read More »Dreams update allows for commercial use of creations
Media Molecule’s Dreams was a highly ambitious title which allowed for all players to create and experience a near infinite number of ‘Dreams’ thanks to the game’s freedom-focused design and a playerbase of creative dreamers. While the game has unfortunately seen its long-term support conclude, a new update to Dreams …
Read More »Major Nelson leaves Xbox after more than 20 years
Over the years Xbox has amassed a good number of recognisable names and faces within the company’s upper levels, including the likes of Phil Spencer, Matt Booty and Sarah Bond – to name a few. Among these, one of the most user-facing employees is Larry Hryb AKA Major Nelson. After …
Read More »The Last of Us Part II composer hints at PS5 and PC release
One of the PlayStation 4’s swansongs was Naughty Dog’s most ambitious and best game yet: The Last of Us Part II. Having released the same year as the PS5, many fans have been eagerly awaiting news of a bespoke PS5 remaster. While we have still yet to hear any official …
Read More »PlayStation’s Accessibility controller arrives this December
Back in 2018 Microsoft announced and released its Xbox Adaptive Controller: An accessibility-focused piece of hardware which allowed for many different people with all manner of varying disabilities to play video games thanks to its intelligent design and customisability. Sony’s own accessibility-focused controller was announced earlier this year as Project …
Read More »PS Plus Extra line-up for July announced
Each month, those subscribed to Sony’s PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium service are privy to an evolving library of titles. Available from next week, subscribers will be able to get their hands on over a dozen games including Game of the Year winner It Takes Two. Making the announcement on the PlayStation …
Read More »Over a dozen Horizon projects have been planned
One of the biggest new PlayStation IPs to have been created during the previous generation was that of Horizon Zero Dawn. With the first game having sold over 20 million copies and its 2022 sequel proving to continue the series’ success, it was safe to assume that another mainline entry …
Read More »Halo Infinite gets new 8v8 Squad mode
While the game may not have been the rebirth that some had hoped, Halo Infinite has continued to slowly but surely improve over the years thanks to the continued efforts of 343 Industries. The latest update to Halo Infinite introduces new maps, modes and an 8v8 Squad Battle playlist. Making …
Read More »Naughty Dog Co-President retires after 25 years
As a studio, Naughty Dog is home to many developers who have stayed loyal to the company for years – or decades even – witnessing and contributing to its momentous growth over the generations. One such developer is Naughty Dog Co-President Evan Wells, who after 25 years at the studio, …
Read More »Twisted Metal Show gets first official trailer
All the way back in Spring of 2019 it was announced that a live-action show based on the PlayStation franchise Twisted Metal was in production. Following the release of a brief clip last month, we have now gotten our first proper look at Peacock’s Twisted Metal. Available to stream from …
Read More »Job listing hints at Day-1 PC release for upcoming first-party PlayStation title
Late last year Sony’s London Studio announced that they are working on a currently untitled online co-op game set in a fantasy version of London. Little else has been shared officially otherwise – that said a new job listing has revealed PlayStation’s launch plans for the upcoming live-service game. As …
Read More »You can get an Xbox Series S for just £150 today
The Xbox Series S was already a good deal, offering a low £250 entry point to the new generation of consoles. Today during Amazon Prime Day, the console can be had at its cheapest price yet, just £150. If you are quick, you can get an Xbox Series S from …
Read More »Rumoured Final Fantasy IX remake to be similar to Crisis Core Reunion
Over the generations we have seen Square Enix remaster and re-release their older Final Fantasy titles using various different techniques. From a basic upscale to full-on reimaginings, the publisher’s remakes span a gamut of quality and scope. According to an industry insider, the rumoured Final Fantasy IX remake will lie …
Read More »ID@Xbox Demo Fest begins next week
The ID@Xbox program was created by Microsoft to help boost the visibility of smaller indie titles, promoting and supporting these creative endeavours. As part of this, Microsoft started its ID@Xbox Demo Fest – the next one of which will go live next week. Making the announcement on the Xbox blog, …
Read More »Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 5th Wave of DLC arrives next week
After going years with no updates, Nintendo began to add a whole bunch of new content to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – from additional tracks to new characters and even further gameplay customisation. Now, the console manufacturer has announced its penultimate DLC wave, bringing 8 new tracks, 3 additional characters …
Read More »FFXVI update adds much-requested motion blur toggle
While Final Fantasy XVI launched to a great deal of fanfare, a number of players suffered from visibility options due to the game’s implementation of motion blur. Following fan outcry, a new update has brought with it multiple new quality-of-life improvements. Final Fantasy XVI update 1.03 has now dropped for …
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