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Gallery New GTA 6 Screenshots Look Utterly Outstanding
Over 40 new stunning images
Alongside today's new Trailer 2 for Grand Theft Auto 6, a wealth of new screenshots have been revealed. They focus on the characters in the game, including protagonists Lucia and Jason, and the environments. You can view them below. <related ids="181987,181994">
Game of the Month Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (April 2025)
As voted by you
April was a surprisingly busy period for new releases, partly thanks to the shadow drop of Oblivion Remastered. Arriving near the end of the month, weeks of rumours and speculation erupted into pure excitement for the nostalgia-driven adventure. In fact, it was a big month for Xbox-related titles in general. PS5 users were handed...
Guide Last Chance to Get These 60+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Big Games, Big Deals Sale
Discounted PS5 and PS4 games we recommend
Sony has replaced its huge PS Store Spring sale with the Big Games, Big Deals offer. This is live right now, but will only run until 7th May 2025, so get a move on! As always, there are thousands of games to pore over, and it can all be a bit much. That's why we're here to cut to the chase with a list of...
TV Show Review The Last of Us (HBO) Season 2 Episode 4 - The First Time the Show Surpasses the Game
Some highs and lows
Ellie and Dina venture into Seattle in the latest episode of HBO’s The Last of Us, delivering some of the standout moments of the series so far – along with some wobbly fan-favourite recreations. This review will contain some story spoilers. 'Day One' opens up with a flashback introducing Isaac, the elusive eventual leader...
Guide These 14+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out This Week (5th-11th May)
Age of Empires 2! The Midnight Walk! More!
Here we go again, rounding up all of the big new PS5 and PS4 games coming out this week. To be honest, this is another relatively slow one, with the biggest highlight perhaps being the release of Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition on PS5, years after it was ported to the PS2. We'd also extend a special...
Poll Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for May 2025?
Plus or minus?
May 2025's PS Plus Essential games have been officially revealed, and as always, we want to know what you think of the PS5 and PS4 titles that are up for grabs. It may not be the headline act according to Sony's marketing materials, but Balatro is the game that demands attention this time around. The insanely addictive indie gem is a...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 579
Crashed
It's been a crazy week in the games industry, with prices increasing and GTA 6's inevitable delay. Now it's time to unwind with some good old fashioned gaming. Aaron Bayne: I'm hoping to wrap up Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 this weekend, but the big plan is to sink even more time into the Arc Raiders PS5 tech test with the lads. I can't get...
Poll Are You Disappointed by the GTA 6 Delay?
May-day
So, Grand Theft Auto 6 has been delayed. And it's a big one. Having previously been targeting an autumn / fall 2025 release window, but Rockstar's just pushed the whole thing back to a (admittedly much more defined) 26th May 2026 date. The good news is that every publisher on the planet just breathed a sigh of relief. No longer do they...
Guide Best Remakes and Remasters on PS5
PS5's best remakes and remasters ranked and rated
What are the best remakes and remasters on PS5? These revamped versions of older titles make all your favourite classics more accessible than ever, and there are already plenty of them on PS5. Remasters, such as Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, update a game's presentation to the highest modern...
Opinion If You're on the Fence, Consider Buying a PS5 Now Before the Prices Inevitably Rise
It's only a matter of time
Look, I don’t want to rush anyone and you should make your own financial decisions, but I’d strongly recommend if you want a PS5 to buy one now. That includes the existing owners among you who are pondering the prospect of upgrading to a PS5 Pro: I’d highly recommend you purchase one fast. We’ve already...
Poll Are You Sold on Borderlands 4?
Fourth time's the charm
So, as promised, PlayStation gave us an entire State of Play broadcast dedicated to Borderlands 4. The looter shooter sequel is on track to release this September, and the reaction to said broadcast seems to have been very positive. Developer Gearbox showcased around 20 whole minutes of the title in action, breaking down...
Poll Are You Playing Forza Horizon 5 on PS5?
Hit the road
Forza Horizon 5... on the PS5. It still feels strange to write that, but we now live in a much different time when it comes to platform exclusivity. The latest Xbox-branded release to make the jump to Sony's system, Forza Horizon 5 was met with roaringly positive reviews back when it first launched in 2021, and the racing title's only...
Preview Arc Raiders Could Be the Definitive Extraction Shooter on PS5
Heads on a swivel
Arc Raiders is an extraction shooter that wants you to pay attention. It wants you to scan the horizon and really listen to its soundscape, and that makes it one of the most exciting multiplayer games heading to PS5 this year. We've had our eyes on Arc Raiders since its announcement back in 2021. However, once developer Embark...
Opinion The PlayStation Concert Hits Some High Notes, But It's Missing a Few Strings
Greatness awaits?
I recently went to The PlayStation Concert, a live music event that Sony claims “redefines entertainment”. Featuring a live band and musical medleys from some of the biggest PlayStation franchises, I was keen as ever to hear the company’s storied history played out on stage as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations. To my...
TV Show Review The Last of Us (HBO) Season 2 Episode 3 - Setting the Stage for a Revenge Odyssey
What comes after
HBO’s The Last of Us deals with the aftermath of last week’s brutal events in its latest episode, setting the stage for a revenge-filled odyssey. While we’ve blown hot and cold on the show so far, we really appreciate this season’s slower pace, which is showcased most prominently in its latest episode, 'The Path'. This...
Guide These 11+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out This Week (28th-4th May)
Forza Horizon 5! Cooking Companions! FragPunk! More!
Once more, we’re rounding up all of the big new PS5 and PS4 games coming out this week. This is a pretty slow week after several enormous ones lately. Comfortably the biggest highlight is Forza Horizon 5's full release, but outside of that we'd probably point to visual novel Cooking Companions...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 578
I heard a rumor that you're an idiot
There are loads of new PS5 games to play this weekend, from remasters of classics like Oblivion and more recent hits in Days Gone, to brand new titles such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Here's what we're spending our time playing for the next two days. Jamie O'Neill: I'm hoping to wake up my old OLED...
Poll Are You Playing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?
No longer obscured
A deeply intriguing project ever since it was first announced just under a year ago, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has managed to wow just about everyone now that it's here. The story-driven RPG was met with near universal acclaim when the reviews dropped earlier this week. It's currently one of the highest-rated releases of 2025...
Round Up Until Dawn Movie Reviews Suggest PS5, PS4 Game Is Still Better
Metacritic rating of 53
Sony's own PS4 horror classic Until Dawn has made the jump to the big screen in the form of a fairly loose adaptation that hits theatres today, 25th April. The original game, which was remastered for some reason on PS5, is considered a favourite by many and the best work Supermassive Games has ever done. However, it doesn't...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Indiana Jones and the Great Circle?
Whip it good
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has been out for a full week on PS5 now, and so as always, we want to know if you've been enjoying the latest blockbuster. The MachineGames adventure was already met with impressively positive reviews when it first launched on Xbox and PC last year, and featured in plenty of Game of the Year...
Hands On Oblivion Remastered Is Still Oblivion in All Its Glory, Crap Frame Rate Aside
By the Nine frames-per-second
We've played around 25 hours of Oblivion Remastered since it shadow dropped earlier in the week, and we've come to one key conclusion: Oblivion is still really good fun. The original game is almost 20 years old, but the core gameplay loop still holds up extremely well. Seriously, Bethesda's knack for creating...
Poll Are You Playing Oblivion Remastered?
By Azura, by Azura, by Azura
Well, it really did happen: Oblivion Remastered was shadow dropped on the 22nd April, following months of leaks and rumours. The hype really started to build last week, as the weekend crept closer and closer. Nostalgia for the open world RPG whipped many fans into an absolute frenzy, and we'd be more than willing to bet...
Guide Last Chance to Buy These 60+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Huge Spring Sale
Discounted PS5 and PS4 games we recommend
PS Store's massive Spring Sale is about to finish, ending on 23rd April, 2025, so you only have a short time to check out the bargains in this current offer. With so many games going cheap, it can be hard to rummage through the pile and find the good stuff. We've put together a list of recommendations that...
TV Show Review The Last of Us (HBO) Season 2 Episode 2 - More Birdie Than Hole in One
Let's go golfing!
Well, here we are, reliving one of the most traumatic and controversial moments in PlayStation history, albeit through the format of television. The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 2, titled “Through The Valley”, upped the ante with an explosive episode that deviated wildly and stuck to the script faithfully. And we have to say, we...
Guide These 14+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out This Week (21st-27th April)
Days Gone! Clair Obscur! Fatal Fury! More!
Yet again, we’re rounding up all of the big new PS5 and PS4 games coming out this week. This is a massive week, with both Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Days Gone Remastered vying for your attention. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is also worth pointing out, too. Here are all the new PS5 and PS4 games...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 577
Easter fun day
As we venture into Easter, there's more to do than just chow down on chocolate shaped like eggs and rabbits. That is the primary objective for many, but the gaming backlog never takes a break, especially not on a long weekend. Here's what we're getting up to! Aaron Bayne: I was planning to sink some time into Destiny 2, this...
Poll Are You Playing Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PS5?
Circling back around
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has arrived on PS5, months after its original release on Xbox and PC. But it was really well received back then, and we doubt it'll be much different with players on Sony's current-gen system now. A story-driven action adventure starring the whip-wielding explorer himself, this is a title that...
Video Everything You Need to Know About Marathon
See you starside
Bungie is taking a punt at the extraction shooter genre with Marathon, a PvPvE reimagining of its sci-fi series from the 90s. It was great to finally see the game in action with the recent showcase, but if we’re being honest, we don’t think Bungie really did the best job at explaining the deeper intricacies of its upcoming...
Opinion Baldur's Gate 3 Was Already a 10/10, But Updates Have Made It an All-Time Masterpiece
Closing the Gate
The concept of post-launch support for video games has been well established for generations now, but some developers manage to go above and beyond all expectations. Numerous examples come to mind. CD Projekt Red's support for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt was incredibly impressive, topped off by a freely upgradable, much improved PS5...
Round Up New Crimson Desert Previews Raise Concerns Over Open World RPG's Intense Combat
Over the Kliff
A fresh batch of previews for Crimson Desert have popped up online, and as always, it's intriguing to hear more about this extremely promising open world adventure. However, these new hands-on articles do raise some concerns over how the action RPG actually plays. In case you haven't seen previous gameplay clips, it's fair to say...
Guide These 17+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out This Week (14th-20th April)
Indiana Jones! I, Robot! Lost Records! More!
Once again, we’re rounding up all of the big new PS5 and PS4 games coming out this week. This is a huge week, with tons of high-quality games coming out. We suspect the highlight for the vast majority of you will be Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, which is finally making its way to Sony's system...
TV Show Review The Last of Us (HBO) Season 2 Episode 1 - Structure Changes Keep Things Fresh
And so it begins
HBO’s The Last of Us is back and so begins the adaptation of Sony’s most divisive exclusive. While the first season had its deviations here or there, for the most part it was a fairly straight to the point adaptation. For us, this resulted in it feeling a bit like a highlight reel of our favourite game. This story is a different...
Poll Are You Planning to Buy Bungie's Marathon?
A Marathon, not a sprint
Bungie has revealed Marathon, a release which carries massive significance for both owner Sony and the Bellevue-based studio itself. The game, which will not be free-to-play but also won’t cost $70, will come with six character classes and three maps. It seems like a pretty puny offering at launch, but with a Battle Pass...
Live Watch Bungie's Marathon Gameplay Reveal Right Here
Shoot first
Bungie's about to fully reveal its first new game since Destiny 2. Just in case you haven't heard, it's called Marathon, and it's an extraction shooter sporting a crazy art direction. Given the developer's pedigree, you'd expect top-tier gun-based gameplay from Marathon — and we should be seeing plenty of that today. The gameplay...
Poll Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for April 2025?
Plus or minus?
Another month, another glut of PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium games for subscribers to look forward to. Well, hopefully. It's actually quite slim pickings this time around. April's lineup consists of just eight games across the two subscription tiers, although there are two new releases to consider, and a couple of heavy hitters...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 576
Dead or alive, you're coming with me
The sun is finally shining, and the Easter holidays are approaching. So, what better way to celebrate the season than to shut yourself inside and play some good ol' video games. Aaron Bayne: This weekend I'm packing up my bullwhip and fedora and heading off on an adventure with Indiana Jones and the Great...
Poll 5 Years Later, How Do You Feel About Final Fantasy 7 Remake?
Destiny's crossroads
Today, the 10th April 2025, marks the five-year anniversary of Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Just to be clear, we're not talking about Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade — the PS5's expanded re-release that dropped in 2021 — but the original PS4 version. If we can quickly cast your minds back to the game's original announcement,...
Talking Point What Do We Actually Want from the Oblivion Remake?
You are the one from my dreams
Look, we're sick of writing about the rumours and you're probably sick of reading about them, but with the seemingly inevitable announcement incoming, we wanted to take a step back and ask: what it is that we actually want from the Oblivion remake? Originally released for the Xbox 360 and PC all the way back in 2006...
Guide Best Assassin's Creed Games of All Time
All Assassin's Creed games ranked
What are the best Assassin's Creed games? It's a question that we simply can't answer alone, given the impressive reach of Ubisoft's open world series — and so that's why we asked you to rate every mainline game on PlayStation consoles. This article is the result of your ratings, with 16 different titles vying to...
Round Up The Last of Us 2's TV Show Reviews Aren't Quite a Hole in One for Sony, HBO
One fore the fans, perhaps
Reviews for the second season of HBO’s hit live action The Last of Us adaptation are starting to roll out, and while generally quite positive, critics are a little more mixed on this effort. Inspired by Naughty Dog’s critically acclaimed The Last of Us 2 game, this season once again sees Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey...
Round Up PS Plus Extra Game Blue Prince Is One of the Highest Rated Puzzlers Ever
Royalty
Blue Prince, launching straight into PS Plus Extra later this week, has just received its first batch of reviews, and it's not only the highest rated game of 2025 so far, it's among the best-scoring puzzle games full stop. With a Metacritic average of 93 at the time of writing, this intriguing first-person puzzle adventure is glowing with...
Guide These 11+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out This Week (7th-13th April)
Blue Prince! Promise Mascot Agency! More!
We’re rounding up all of the big new PS5 and PS4 games coming out this week. PS Plus Extra subscribers will probably want to try out the critically acclaimed Blue Prince, which will be included with your subscription. Other highlights this time include the wacky Promise Mascot Agency. Here are all the...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 575
That was a slow week, wasn't it?
Did much happen this week in the video games industry? Can't say we noticed. Seemed like a quiet one, to be honest. Here's what we're playing. Jamie O'Neill: I'm still making the most of PS1 Armored Core being part of the recent PS Plus Premium picks, before I create SSD space to download one of April 2025's P
Poll Are You Still Playing Monster Hunter Wilds?
Title Update 1 is here
It's been just over a month since Monster Hunter Wilds launched on PS5, and the action RPG's right back in the spotlight thanks to Title Update 1. This first major patch adds new monsters, new quests, a new multiplayer hub, and more, tempting lapsed players back into the creature-crushing fold. And based on how quickly Wilds'...
Guide Best PS5, PS4 Games Like Mario Kart
The finest arcade and kart racers on PlayStation
What are the best PS5, PS4 games like Mario Kart? One of the best-selling and most beloved racing series of all time is Mario Kart, Nintendo's brilliant arcade racer starring all your favourite characters. Unfortunately, it's only playable on Nintendo hardware, so if you don't have access to the...
Feature PS5's Not Perfect, But Here Are 5 Ways It's More Consumer Friendly Than Switch 2
For now, anyway
The phrase “consumer friendly” gets tossed around a lot and is rarely ever true. All companies want to extract money from your wallet at the end of the day. But there are scales to this sort of stuff, and some organisations tend to be fairer than others. PlayStation is often criticised as being the most anti-consumer gaming...
Game of the Month Assassin's Creed Shadows (March 2025)
As voted by you
Historically, March has always been a busy month for new releases, as publishers look to squeeze things out just before the end of the fiscal year — and March 2025 was no different. Last month was peppered with new PS5 games of all shapes and sizes, with extremely highly rated co-op romp Split Fiction kicking things off in the...
Round Up A 'Cavern of Stupidity' - The Minecraft Movie Reviews Are Live
Metacritic rating of 49
Releasing in theatres tomorrow, 4th April 2025, the A Minecraft Movie adapts the obscenely popular video game for the big screen. It stars the likes of Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Emma Myers, with critic reviews now live. Reviews are mixed overall; the Metacritic rating sits at 49 currently, and the Rotten Tomatoes score is...
Hands On Hitman: World of Assassination Is a Must-Play on PSVR2
VR port finally hit its target
Hitman in VR is a match seemingly made in heaven, but whether it was on PSVR, PCVR or Meta Quest, IO Interactive has never seemed to get it quite right. The ill-fated PSVR release with Hitman 3 in 2021 was an admirable attempt, although shocking motion tracking through the DualShock 4 (?!) meant it felt like a half...
Talking Point What Are Your Thoughts on Potential $80 PS5 Games?
"I'll buy it at a high price"
Everyone expected it to be Rockstar and GTA 6 to drive up the prices of games yet again, but in an unexpected twist, it’s Nintendo that’s taken the plunge. In case you missed the news, Mario Kart World will retail for $79.99. In fact, so will the Nintendo Switch 2 Editions of Super Mario Party Jamboree and
