The Gran Turismo series is one of PlayStation’s biggest. The sim-racing franchise has seen a release on every PlayStation home console since the PS1 back in 1997. That being said, the developers – Polyphony Digital – often take their time developing these titles, and so it is interesting that despite …
Read More »Marvel’s Iron Man VR demo available now
One of the most exciting VR games of 2020 is Marvel’s Iron Man VR. Developed by Camouflaj, this PSVR exclusive will let you take to the skies as Tony Stark in what has been described as a “full-length experience”. With the game finally releasing on the 3rd of July, fans …
Read More »Persona 5 Royal has achieved “record sales” according to SEGA
The Persona series is one of SEGA’s most highly acclaimed franchises. Developed by Atlus, the JRPG series has over time acquired more and more dedicated fans. Released on the 31st of March in the West, Persona 5 Royal represents an enhanced version of the 2017 award-winning title and somehow managed …
Read More »Ghost of Tsushima is inspired by Zelda and Shadow of the Colossus
Last week, Sony hosted a State of Play which gave fans a deep dive into some of the intricacies surrounding Sucker Punch’s upcoming open-world samurai title, Ghost of Tsushima. Though much was learned, such as the fact that the playable character ‘Jin’ can be guided by the wind, more information …
Read More »The Last of Us Part II gets limited edition PS4, Game Drive, controller and headset
Just recently, we saw a huge wave of limited edition hardware unveiled for the impending launch of Cyberpunk 2077. If you are more of a survival horror fan though, then you are in luck, as limited edition accessories for Naughty Dog's The Last of Us Part II have also been …
Read More »PS5 event rumoured for June with a follow-up State of Play in August
As we inch closer and closer to the inevitable release of the PlayStation 5, fans have started to wonder when Sony may be planning to have its big next-gen blowout event. Of course, the current global climate has no doubt affected the console manufacturer’s plans. That being said, recent rumours …
Read More »PC Engine CoreGrafx Mini launch is around the corner
PC Engine CoreGrafx Mini was originally expected to launch worldwide on March 19. However, due to production delays, the launch had to be indefinitely delayed everywhere except for Japan. Now Konami says that the console will be shipping to North American customers starting May 22, with availability in other regions expected …
Read More »PlayStation’s ‘Days of Play’ to start next week according to leaks
Every year, PlayStation hosts its ‘Days of Play’ promotion, where the console manufacturer offers its fans a number of discounts on games, services and consoles – as well as traditionally offering a number of limited edition consoles and accessories. According to leaked marketing materials, this year’s Days of Play is set …
Read More »You can play Ghost of Tsushima in a black & white “Samurai Cinema” mode
There is little doubt that Ghost of Tsushima is set to be one of 2020’s biggest games. The stealth-action open world PlayStation exclusive recently received an 18-minute deep dive State of Play, where a number of interesting details about Sucker Punch’s ambitious and immersive new IP were revealed – including …
Read More »PlayStation has its second best year ever as PS4 sales surpass 110m
There’s no denying that PlayStation has performed admirably this generation. The console has broken a number of records, and despite being near the end of its life, is still performing incredibly well. Sony recently released its fiscal results for FY2019, showing that the PlayStation brand had its second best year …
Read More »Marvel’s Iron Man VR finally gets new release date
Marvel’s Iron Man VR has had a tumultuous release schedule. Originally set to release back in February, the game was delayed to the 15th of May. The PSVR exclusive later saw another delay, due to the effects of COVID-19. Alongside The Last of Us Part II, Iron Man VR was …
Read More »PlayStation ‘State of Play’ announced for this Thursday
In the past few months, PlayStation has been relatively quiet. It seems the console manufacturer is finally ready to break its silence however, as alongside the announcement of PlayStation Studios, a State of Play has been announced. Focusing exclusively on Ghost of Tsushima, fans will be given “an extended look …
Read More »Sony unveils new ‘PlayStation Studios’ umbrella brand
PlayStation is well known for developing consistently high quality and innovative games. Studios such as Naughty Dog, Sony Santa Monica, and the recently acquired Insomniac Games all have well-loved franchises under their belts. It would appear that leading into the next generation, the console manufacturer is looking to tie all …
Read More »Assassin’s Creed Valhalla will likely run at 30fps on next-gen consoles
With the upcoming release of next-gen consoles comes the expectation of a major leap in both graphical prowess as well as performance. Those who were hoping to play Assassin’s Creed Valhalla at 60fps on either the PS5 or Xbox Series X may end up disappointed, as a recent statement by …
Read More »Sony’s next PS5 showcase tipped for early to mid June
While Microsoft has been very open about its next-gen console over the last few months, Sony is being a bit quieter. We've all been wondering when that might change and now, we've got a good idea, with multiple sources pointing to an event in June. First up is VentureBeat, which …
Read More »The Nintendo Switch is “barely halfway through its life cycle”
Nintendo recently held its investor Q&A as part of its quarterly earnings announcements. Alongside the reveal that the Nintendo Switch has sold over 55 million units, representatives for the company reportedly claimed that the successful hybrid console is “barely in the middle of the switch cycle” and despite the looming …
Read More »Animal Crossing: New Horizons sold 11.77 million copies in its first 12 days
The Nintendo Switch is a successful console, there's no denying this fact. The hybrid console’s success has led to a knock on effect for its first-party games, which have exhibited a high attachment rate. Even so, the overwhelming success of the recently released Animal Crossing: New Horizons is somewhat unprecedented. …
Read More »Bungie confirms that Destiny 2 will be coming to next-gen platforms
With the current generation of consoles, the notion of the ‘live-service’ game really came into fruition. With that, one of the major talking points surrounding the next generation is which games are set to make the leap to the new consoles, and which will be left behind. In the wake …
Read More »The Last of Us Part II Official Story Trailer released
The Last of Us Part II is without a doubt one of the most anticipated games of 2020. Set to launch on the 19th of June, PlayStation has released the game’s official story trailer, showcasing some of the horrors that the game’s protagonist Ellie is set to experience, and doubling …
Read More »Rainbow Six Siege joins PlayStation Now in May
Since its soft-relaunch in late 2019, Sony’s game subscription service ‘PlayStation Now’ has offered its users a number of high quality titles each month. The console manufacturer has now revealed which games are set to join the line-up for the month of May. Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, alongside The Evil …
Read More »Microsoft teases potential next-gen Xbox boot-up sequence
Though there is still much to know about the next generation of consoles, Microsoft has certainly begun to spin the wheels on its marketing for the Xbox Series X. Alongside the announcement of its 20/20 initiative, which will see new information revealed every month, the console manufacturer uploaded a short …
Read More »GORN and TWD: Saints & Sinners come to PSVR
Virtual reality has allowed the gaming industry to offer wholly unique and new experiences for players to enjoy. Two of PC’s best VR titles include GORN, a goofy gladiatorial combat game, as well as The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – a free roaming survival horror adventure based in the …
Read More »Cities: Skylines and Farming Simulator are free on PlayStation Plus
Each month, Sony offers subscribers of its PlayStation Plus service a number of free games. For the month of May, subscribers can brave the outdoors in ‘Farming Simulator 19’, or build and control an entire metropolis in ‘Cities: Skylines’. Both of these games are available to purchase for free from …
Read More »The Last of Us Part II has gone gold
The Last of Us Part II, Naughty Dog’s much-anticipated sequel, has had a tumultuous development. Originally set to release on the 21st of February, the game was delayed to the 29th of May citing the need for extra polish. Later however, due to COVID-19 the game was delayed indefinitely. Fortunately, …
Read More »Microsoft will be showcasing Xbox Series X games next week
There has been plenty of discussion around the hardware inside of the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 but we haven’t really had a chance to see what the games will look like. That will be changing starting next week, as Microsoft is going to be showing off the first …
Read More »Bots are coming to PUBG on console
While battle royale games have offered a new and unique way for players to compete online, the game often requires a higher concurrent player count. With most battle royale games requiring 100 players per match, waiting times can be much longer than other games, especially as fewer and fewer people …
Read More »The Last of Us Part II leaks online
Due to the side effects of COVID-19, The Last of Us Part II was one of the many games which saw its release date altered. Interestingly however, unlike many other titles, Naughtly Dog’s much-anticipated third-person action stealth game was announced to be delayed indefinitely, despite the game being close to …
Read More »Phil Spencer announces that next-gen game reveals are coming soon
Recent rumours circulating the internet have suggested that Microsoft might be prepping for a May event, where the console manufacturer will reveal more information on the upcoming Xbox Series X and perhaps even the much-rumoured Lockhart. It would appear as though Phil Spencer himself has now corroborated the rumours, claiming …
Read More »Xbox Lockhart won’t hold back other consoles, according to developers
Though the next generation of consoles are likely to bring with them a massive leap in performance and technical ability allowing developers to take full advantage of new technologies, there have been fears that the rumoured Xbox Lockhart could hold back all other next-gen systems. According to some developers however, …
Read More »Watch Dogs Legion will allegedly launch alongside the PS5 and Xbox Series X
The effects of COVID-19 has meant that many games have had to adjust their respective release dates in order to accomodate for the impact on developmental workflows and synergies. Luckily for Ubisoft, the publisher has been much less affected than some. Furthermore, it would appear as though Watch Dogs Legion, …
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