News - April, 2018
Tuesday1st May 2018
Store Update 1st May 2018 (Europe)
Battlezone
It’s surely not May already? That’s what our clock computer says. Anyway, it’s Tuesday so it’s time for another European PlayStation Store update. Highlights this time include the non-PlayStation VR arcade tank title Battlezone: Gold Edition and the long-awaited sequel Super Mega Baseball 2. PS4 Games: BUNNY MUST DIE! CHELSEA...
News Last Chance to Download April 2018's Free PS Plus Games
Mad, Max
There are just a few hours before Sony replaces April 2018’s roster of free PlayStation Plus games with May 2018’s roster. This means that you’ve got one last opportunity to download the likes of Mad Max and Trackmania Turbo on the PlayStation 4, as well as the various PlayStation 3 and PS Vita titles, too
Monday30th Apr 2018
Game changer
Christopher Judge is the man who took over from Terrence C. Carson as Kratos for the latest God of War, but when he received the script for the first time, he thought it was for a blockbuster movie. Speaking with BBC Newsbeat, the actor, also famous for his role in Stargate SG-1, had "no clue" the script was for a game when it was first...
Review Home Run Derby VR (PS4)
Out of the park
Home Run Derby, the MLB’s annual slugging contest, is such a good fit for PlayStation VR that we’re surprised this game took 18 months to materialise. It’s been developed by the same group responsible for R.B.I. Baseball 18, but unlike that title, its arcade-esque simplicity works in its favour. In essence, you’ve got 90...
News Surprise, Cyberpunk 2077 Will Almost Certainly Be at E3 2018
Who saw that one coming
As if we needed confirmation, recently published E3 schedule plans reveal that CD Projekt Red -- the developer behind The Witcher -- will indeed be present at the event in order to show off a role-playing game. Well, we wonder what that could be? Obviously, we're referring to Cyberpunk 2077. Talk of the title's big re-reveal...
News UK Sales Charts: God of War Fights Off the Competition for Another Week
No.1 once more
God of War set a record as the fastest selling game in the series, debuting at the top of the weekly UK boxed chart. In its second week on sale, it's stayed put, fending off Far Cry 5 in second and Nintendo Labo, which debuts in third with its Variety Pack. According to GamesIndustry.biz, God of War saw a sales dip of ju
Feature The Promising PS4 Games of May 2018
A surprisingly busy month
May, er, may not have an inevitable blockbuster lined up for us, but it does have a load of very promising smaller titles vying for our attention. As such, this is the longest Promising PS4 Games article that we've penned in quite some time. We'd best get stuck right in. AO International Tennis: Publisher: Big...
Soapbox PS Plus Freebie Beyond: Two Souls Is One of Sony's Stranger Games
Go Holmes
I can’t stop thinking about Beyond: Two Souls. It’s just so weird. Ever since the title was announced as part of May 2018’s free PlayStation Plus lineup, I’ve been recalling my two playthroughs of Quantic Dream’s ghost-themed sci-fi story. I was originally rather enamoured with it on the PlayStation 3; I thought the handful of...
News Quantum Break Developer Remedy to Reveal New Game at E3 2018
Yes, it'll be on PS4
Remedy, the developer of games like Max Payne and more recently Quantum Break, will officially reveal its next game at E3 2018 in a month and some change. The title – which is dubbed Project 7 and is being published by 505 Games – is set to deploy on the PlayStation 4, marking the Finnish firm’s first release on a Sony...
News FIFA 18 World Cup Update Launches in May for Free, Adds New Game Modes
Back of the net
As last week's leak suggested, FIFA 18 will be getting an official World Cup update next month. EA spills the beans in a new blog post, which reveals that the update will add new World Cup-flavoured modes while also revamping existing components. So, what's in store? For starters, we're getting an official World Cup mode, which sees...
News Red Dead Redemption 2's Next Trailer Drops This Wednesday
Dead or alive
Only Rockstar could generate so much instant hype by announcing a trailer. Our next look at Red Dead Redemption 2 will arrive later this week, on the 2nd May. That's Wednesday, for those of you who are totally out of the loop. The developer also posted a quick teaser on Twitter, which we've embedded below. Red Dead Redemption...
News New Dragon's Crown Pro Trailer Compares the 4K Remaster to the Original
Reforged
Dragon's Crown Pro hits Western PlayStation 4s in just a couple of weeks or so, and if you're curious to see how the remaster measures up to the original PlayStation 3 release, you'll want to watch this latest trailer. Naturally, the whole thing looks a lot cleaner -- especially in 4K on PS4 Pro. There's a definite crispness to Dragon's...
Sunday29th Apr 2018
News Sony Data Shows Digital Sales Continue to Grow on PS4
PlayStation Store taking over
The transition to digital storefronts like the PlayStation Store on consoles is gradually growing every year, and it won’t be long now before its sales eclipse physical ones. New data from Sony’s latest financial report shows that in the quarter that ended 31st March, 2018, an impressive 43 per cent of the...
Magical door knocking
Difficulty is a bit of a touchy subject when it comes to video games. On occasion it can be the element that elevates a title to the next level, with the likes of Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Nioh using their tough nature as an advantage. On the other hand, however, a brutal difficulty has the potential to lead to...
Saturday28th Apr 2018
News God of War Patch 1.17 Continues String of Daily Updates
BOY!
You know what they say, "A patch a day keeps the bugs away". Well, no one says that, but you've got to imagine the folks at Santa Monica Studio have been chanting this 24/7 since the release of God of War. Patch 1.17 updates the stellar PS4 exclusive yet again with the same vague note, "Various bug fixes and improvements". Apparently, version...
News Detroit: Become Human's Box Art Is Just As Bad in Japan
Impossible
Detroit: Become Human’s box art, a close-up of android rebellion leader Marcus’s right eye, is probably one of the worst covers of the PlayStation 4 era. But box art is always better in Japan, right? Right? Wrong. Look at this atrocity: It looks like a straight-to-VHS 90s sci-fi thriller shot entirely on a Sony Handycam in...
News Don't Try These Spider-Man PS4 Stunts at Home
We're dizzy just watching
Spider-Man is an extremely acrobatic character, and the new game from Insomniac shows the character in all of his athletic glory. But can the superhero's moves be recreated by a mere mortal? This YouTuber seems to have nailed several of the stunts – although you may want to exercise caution before recreating them at home...
News New Dragon Ball FighterZ Trailer Confirms Vegito Blue
Yep, the leak's right
Adding yet more weight to the character roster leaks of the last few months, Vegito Blue has been all but officially confirmed for Dragon Ball FighterZ thanks to a leaked trailer. We've embedded said trailer above. There's still no date attached to the next downloadable content pack, but we assume Vegito Blue will be joining...
Interview Recalling Forgotton Anne with Developer ThroughLine Games
Spellings, Studio Ghibli, and Final Fantasy VII
Forgotton Anne is only a few short weeks away from its anticipated release, and after getting some delightful hands on time at last year's Eurogamer Expo, we couldn't be more excited to play the final product. To learn more about the game, its development, and inspirations, we caught up with...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 217
God of more?
Another week, another instalment of WAYP. For those of you who are new to the site, this is where the Push Square team come together to share everything they’re planning to play over the next couple of days – and we encourage you to do the same in the comments section. Let’s get into it. Glen Fox, Guides Editor: I had a...
Friday27th Apr 2018
Rumour FIFA 18 World Cup Update Is About to Kick Off
Scouted on the PlayStation Store
It looks like FIFA 18 is getting a World Cup update in the near future, if a North American PlayStation Store leak is anything to go by. The store listing was soon removed, but not before screenshots were passed around social media. Said screenshots show the one and only Cristiano Ronaldo in his...
News God of War Patch 1.16 Is Here for Even More Bug Squashing
"Various bug fixes and improvements"
God of War has only been out for a week, but it's had numerous updates already. A patch that provides "various bug fixes and improvements" has arrived almost daily since the game's launch last Friday, and here we are with version 1.16 promising yet more polish. More polish is hardly a bad thing, of course, and...
Soapbox Why God of War Needs an Expansion Pack
Please sir, can I have some Norse?
I’m rarely ready for a sequel immediately after finishing a game, but if Sony said God of War 2 was out next week I’d be right at the front of the queue. Without giving anything away, one of my favourite things about this game is how it feels complete and self-contained, while still very obviously being the...
News Shadow of the Tomb Raider Art and Assets Leak
Lara Croft looks different again
Shadow of the Tomb Raider was revealed to the media at a swanky London venue earlier today, but you’ll need to wait until tomorrow to see all of the goods. Or at least, that’s what Square Enix was hoping – the Internet has other ideas. In traditional fashion, practically everything has leaked, so enjoy these...
News PS4 Closes in on PS3 with 79 Million Units Shipped Worldwide
Sony targets 95 million by this time next year
The PlayStation 4 will soon surpass the PlayStation 3’s install base just over four years into its lifespan, as Sony’s latest financial report has revealed that it’s shipped 79 million units of its current console worldwide. The number is accurate as of 31st March, with the platform holder...
News PlayStation Plus Subscribers Surpass 34 Million
Plus one
PlayStation Plus is one of Sony’s not-so secret success stories, with the company’s latest financial report revealing that there are 34.2 million members as per its latest financial report, recording data as of 31st March, 2018. That’s a dizzying number when you consider that each user is likely tied to an annual subscription; we’ll...
Poll One Week Later, What Are Your Thoughts on God of War?
GOTY?
One week ago, God of War launched on PlayStation 4, and it was the best game ever. Or maybe it wasn't. That's for you to decide (kind of). Last Friday, we asked you lot for your first impressions, and the poll results were positive. Most of you said that you couldn't wait to play more, and now that you've had a full week to get stuck in, we...
News Shadow of the Tomb Raider's Season Pass Adds Post-Release Adventures
About a billion versions available
Shadow of the Tomb Raider’s reveal embargo has lifted, but you’ve already seen most of the assets as they leaked in traditional Square Enix style. After reading a handful of the previews, it sounds like more of the same, which will be a good or bad thing depending on your appetite for Camilla Luddington acting...
News Shadow of the Tomb Raider Cinematic Trailer Leaked
Whoops
Yesterday we saw Shadow of the Tomb Raider's pre-order options, box art, and screenshots ahead of the game's official unveiling, and today we also have the trailer, which has appeared early thanks to Microsoft. You can watch said trailer through here, and it's a mood-setting CG piece. It looks pretty great from where we're sitting. It seems...
News CoolPaintrVR Is an Artistic Toolset Coming to PlayStation VR Next Month
Unleash your inner Bob Ross
If you've ever fancied your chances as a painter, sculptor, or 3D modeler, you may be interested in CoolPaintrVR, which has just been announced for PSVR. Launching on 9th May, this interesting software lets you use PlayStation Move controllers or a DualShock 4 to create your very own masterpieces. It's not a game as such...
Thursday26th Apr 2018
News These God of War PS4 GIFs Are Dumb Fun
You are not ready
God of War is a pretty straight faced game, but it does have some brief moments of levity dotted through its lengthy story. What's clear is that the fine folks over at Santa Monica Studio aren't afraid to have a bit of fun with Kratos and other characters, as evidenced by the silly faces we'll be able to make them pull in the...
Guide Fortnite Week 10 Challenges, Rewards, and How to Complete Them
Royale with cheese
If you're a Battle Pass holder, you really should focus on completing the weekly challenges in Fortnite. Not only does this provide you with a bunch of rewards, but you'll also earn XP that goes towards your seasonal ranking. This, in turn, provides even more rewards, and some of them are exclusive to that particular season so...
News SEGA May Consider Bringing Yakuza 3, 4, and 5 to PS4 if There's Demand
Will of the dragon
In a recent PlayStation Access interview, Yakuza series producer Daisuke Sato gave fans a glimmer of hope regarding more Yakuza titles on PlayStation 4. Right now, Yakuza 0, Yakuza: Kiwami, and Yakuza 6: The Song of Life are all playable on Sony's current-gen console, with Yakuza: Kiwami 2 launching later this year in the...
News God of War Patch 1.15 Brings Yet More Bug Fixes and Improvements
Another one
Jeez, another God of War patch? You better believe it. This latest one comes in at around 64MB, and yet again, the patch notes are straight to the point: "various bug fixes and improvements". That's three in a row now. As always, we don't know what these bug fixes and improvements actually are, but we suppose we're grateful that...
Elaborate, much?
Searching between a stone circle, wooden bridge, and a Red RV is one of the week 10 Battle Pass challenges in Fortnite Battle Royale. Don't know where that is? Have no fear! That's exactly what this guide is for. Below, we'll detail the exact location so you can get this done quickly. Happy hunting! Where to search between a stone...
News Yakuza Producer Sums the Series Up with One Perfect Sentence
Spot on
Just recently, PlayStation Access got the chance to interview Daisuke Sato, the producer behind SEGA's Yakuza series. It's a pretty interesting video (which we've embedded above), but there's one particular answer Sato gives that's absolutely spot on. When asked to sum up Yakuza in just a single sentence, Sato replies "it's difficult...
News New Gundam Breaker Will Add Suits Via Free Post-Launch Updates on PS4
The more the merrier
Due for release this summer in both Japan and here in the West, New Gundam Breaker certainly has potential based on what we've seen of it so far. The combat-focused loot-'em-up sees you smash Gundam models to bits before snapping up their parts for your own use. But the fun doesn't stop there. Bandai Namco has...
Wednesday25th Apr 2018
Review Beyond: Two Souls (PS4)
A girl and her ghost
Republished on Wednesday 25th April 2018: We're bringing this review back from the archives following the announcement of May's PlayStation Plus lineup. The original text follows. Time has been tough on Beyond: Two Souls, and we don't mean from a graphical perspective. Quantic Dream's divisive 2013 adventure game hasn't aged...
Talking Point What Free May 2018 PlayStation Plus Games Do You Want?
When will May 2018's PlayStation Plus lineup be revealed?
What’s the May 2018 PlayStation Plus lineup? And when will the May 2018 PS Plus update be announced? Another month tiptoes towards a swift conclusion, and we’re here with all of the latest PS+ rumours and speculation. When will May 2018’s free PS Plus games be announced?: Assuming...
Everybody loves Rayman
Republished on Wednesday 25th April 2018: We're bringing this review back from the archives following the announcement of May's PlayStation Plus lineup. The original text follows. After spending far too much time in the shadow of the Raving Rabbids, Rayman made a triumphant return to consoles in Rayman Origins. While...
News God of War Patch 1.14 Promises Improvements, Squashes Even More Bugs
That was fast
Wow, Sony Santa Monica is really pumping out these God of War patches, isn't it? Update 1.14 is available to download now on PlayStation 4, but we're afraid it's not all that exciting. Much like patch 1.13, the notes simply read: "various bug fixes and improvements". Again, it's not clear what these fixes are for, but we'll...
News Japanese Sales Charts: God of War Debuts in Second Place on PS4
PS4 numbers still low
God of War enjoyed a semi-decent opening in Japan, moving roughly 46,000 copies and landing in second place. We weren't expecting it to do crazy numbers, but we perhaps thought that it would get a little closer to 100,000. It was beaten out by the newly released Nintendo Labo Variety Kit, which isn't a huge surprise. Things...
News May PlayStation Plus Games Announced
Another good month?
Yep, it's that time of the month again. Sony has unveiled which games PlayStation Plus subscribers will be getting in May 2018, and in our opinion, it's a solid selection. On PlayStation 4, you're getting Beyond: Two Souls and Rayman Legends. Elsewhere, PlayStation 3 users can, er, look forward to Risen 3: Titan Lords and Eat...
News Big in Japan Sale Hits European PlayStation Store
Tokyo look at these deals
Over on the North American PS Store, the Golden Week sale has started, discounting a bunch of Japanese games by up to 60%. Now, the European Store has its own version, named Big in Japan. The titles on offer are much the same, though there are some additions; Shadow of the Colossus, Gravity Rush 2, and Tekken 7 all appear...
News PS4 Golden Week Sales Knock Up to 60 Per Cent Off Japanese Games
Weeb dream
Japan’s traditional Golden Week celebration gets underway this weekend, and Sony’s starting the celebrations early on the North American PlayStation Store with a slew of sales. As you’d expect, these mostly encompass Japanese titles, with PlayStation Plus subscribers netting up to 60 per cent off titles like Persona 5 ($26.99 with...
News March 2018 NPD: PS4 Tops Hardware Charts as MLB Registers Record
Home run
Sony maintained its position atop the United States hardware charts with another impressive NPD result, outselling all other consoles in the month of March 2018. The console was buoyed by the release of MLB The Show 18, which set a franchise record during its launch month. However, Far Cry 5 unsurprisingly swept aside all competition,...
Talking Point What Do You Think of the Detroit: Become Human Demo?
King Connor
God of War is finally out, but Sony’s selection of PlayStation 4 exclusives just keeps on growing. Detroit: Become Human is the next adventure on the docket, and there’s a demo for the title on the PlayStation Store right now. This allows you to play one of the opening scenes from Quantic Dream’s latest, starring a detective...
News Hitman: Sniper Assassin Targets PlayStation 4
Ghost warrior
Looks like IO Interactive could be readying a new instalment in its Hitman series, as a game named Hitman: Sniper Assassin has scoped out a rating in Australia. While there are no additional details available, it’s extremely unusual for these bodies to classify content that doesn’t exist, so something must be in the offing...
News The Iron Spider Suit from Avengers: Infinity War Confirmed for Spider-Man PS4
Excelsior!
A short while back, you may remember that the Iron Spider costume from the Marvel Cinematic Universe was leaked for Spider-Man on PS4 before the trailer was quickly pulled. Now, the video is back up again, right around Avengers: Infinity War's theatrical release. If you pre-order Insomniac's PS4 exclusive, you'll gain early access to the...
News Big Dragon Ball FighterZ Balance Patch in the Works for Characters and Systems
Make a wish
According to a recent Japanese stream, a substantial balance patch will soon be released for Dragon Ball FighterZ. The update will supposedly cover both character balancing and system tweaking, so it'll be interesting to see what Arc System Works decides to alter. Based on one specific screenshot from the stream, 14 characters in...
Poll Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament: Top 32 - Matches 105-108
Ready? Fight!
This is the twenty-seventh week of our Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament. 128 characters enter, but only one will be crowned champion -- and you decide who that champion will be. If you want to know more about the Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament, be sure to click through here. Previous Results (Click...
News Sonic Mania Plus Dashes to PS4 in July
Mighty
Sonic Mania, the wonderful 2D platformer from last year, is getting an expansion this summer, and SEGA has just narrowed down the launch to 17th July 2018. Sonic Mania Plus includes the standard game, two new playable characters named Mighty the Armadillo and Ray the Flying Squirrel (who old-school Sonic fans may recognise), Encore stages...
News Fused Zamasu Is a Mean Green Fighting Machine in Dragon Ball FighterZ
Villain gets first trailer
Our first proper look at Fused Zamasu in Dragon Ball FighterZ is here. The game's next additional downloadable character, he'll likely join Vegito Blue if the seemingly accurate leaks are to be believed. Anyway, he's looking great in this short but sweet character trailer. Once again, it seems as though...
News OlliOlli Dev's New Game Laser League Wants to Be Your New Multiplayer Obsession on PS4
Roll7 explains all
Roll7's output so far has consisted of single player, pixel art games, and they're all great fun. The two OlliOlli games in particular are brilliant fun, while Not a Hero's quirky humour and simple shoot-outs make it a compelling curiosity as well. However, the small developer's next game, Laser League, is a big departure. It's a...
Tuesday24th Apr 2018
News PS4 Firmware Update 5.53-01 Released
Quick fix?
A new system software update is now available for your PlayStation 4, and it's one with a bit of an odd name -- 5.53-01. The update is just under 70MB, so it's only a small download, and it "improves system performance", as you might expect. What's strange is that, normally, new updates simply increase the version number by .01. Also, we...
Soapbox Why God of War Will Scratch Your Zelda Itch
A link to the past
Of all the games I expected God of War to remind me of, The Legend of Zelda was probably right at the very bottom of my list. I mean, how could the hallmarks of Nintendo’s flagship adventure franchise possibly be present in Kratos’ latest? This is a game about a paternal relationship, like The Last of Us. It has a cinematic...
Review The Swords of Ditto (PS4)
Pass it on
The classic Legend of Zelda formula lives on in many an indie adventure these days, but few match the quality of The Swords of Ditto. This is a procedurally generated quest in which you have just a handful of days to prepare for and defeat an evil witch. Win and you bring peace to the game's colourful world. Lose and a new hero will have...
News H1Z1 Finally Heading to PS4 as Free-to-Play Title, Open Beta Next Month
Battle of the battle royales
A good few years ago, there were murmurs of multiplayer shooter H1Z1 lining up a release on PlayStation 4, but it all went very quiet while the developer focused on the PC version of the game. Now, Daybreak Games has announced its battle royale shooter will indeed be launching on Sony's box with a new version designed...
News Spider-Man's Suit Has Both Form and Function in PS4 Exclusive
Insomniac explains suit's design
Not everyone is a fan of the white spider adorning the suit seen in Insomniac's Spider-Man, but the developer has promised there's a narrative reason behind it. In terms of the design of the suit, Game Informer's new video interview with Art Director Jacinda Chew goes into detail about why it looks the way it looks...
News Another God of War Patch Arrives to Squash Some Bugs
Just a little one
Santa Monica Studio is rattling out these patches for God of War, isn't it? A new patch is now available for Kratos' awesome Norse adventure, bringing the game up to version 1.13. The patch weighs in at a mere 36MB, so it shouldn't take you long at all to download. As for what it does? "Various bug fixes and improvements". We...
Live Bungie Reveals Destiny 2's Second Expansion
Reload
Bungie is doing a full reveal of Destiny 2's second expansion via livestream this evening. Titled Warmind, the upcoming adventure will feature new story missions, new environments, new enemies, and, of course, new gear. It's set to launch next month, on the 8th May. The hope is that this livestream gives us a glimpse of a worthwhile...
News Trailblazers Features Cross-Platform Play Between PS4 and PC
But not other consoles
The track-painting anti-gravity racer Trailblazers is out next month on PS4, and it's looking rather promising. By laying down a strip of your team's colour on the track, you give your teammates more opportunity to boost, improving your team's chances in races. This co-operative approach means the game features online...
News Action JRPG Shining Resonance Refrain Seals a PS4 Release Date
Shine on
Announced for a Western release back in February, SEGA has confirmed that Shining Resonance Refrain will hit PlayStation 4 both physically and digitally on the 10th July. The Japanese action role-playing game promises frantic battles, a sweeping story, and a fun cast of characters. Speaking of which, the title's new trailer (embedded...
News God of War's Vinyl Soundtrack Is a Thing of Beauty
Mad dog McCreary
God of War’s drawing plaudits for practically every portion of its masterful presentation, and Bear McCreary’s dazzling soundtrack is part of that. The great thing about the music is that captures the power and angst of Kratos, but it also seamlessly segues into more emotional segments, too. It’s really quite exceptional...
News Of Course There's a Final Fantasy XV Skin Pack for Minecraft
We expected it sooner
A Final Fantasy XV skin pack for Minecraft? But of course. The pack's available on the PlayStation Store now, coming in at £2.49 in the UK and $4.55 in North America. Square Enix's adventure joins the likes of Mass Effect and Skyrim when it comes to Minecraft add-ons. The more the merrier, we suppose. Given Final Fantasy XV's...
News Tacoma Is Coming to PS4 on 8th May
Gone to space
Well this seemingly came out of nowhere: Tacoma has just popped up on the PlayStation Store with a release date of 8th May. The title is available to pre-order now with a discounted price of £11.99/$14.99 for PlayStation Plus subscribers. Tacoma originally released on PC and Xbox One in August of last year, but after being announced...
News Death Road to Canada Postponed After Toronto Tragedy
New date yet to be decided
Death Road to Canada, a randomly generated “road trip” role-playing game, has been postponed on the PlayStation 4 following the tragic events in Toronto this week. The title was set to release tomorrow, but Ukiyo Publishing feels “it would be deeply inappropriate to launch the game at such a time”. Managing...
News New Trailer for Strange Brigade Teases Story, Reveals Release Date
Beware!
The thirties-tinged antics found in Strange Brigade, the new co-op shooter from the Sniper Elite folks at Rebellion, offer up a pretty unique experience. The above trailer will put you in the mood for its schlocky, pulp action vibe and supernatural settings. A mummified witch queen named Seteki has risen from her tomb, and it's up to the...
News Gonner, a Gorgeous Roguelike Platformer, Announced for PS4
Gonner be good
Roguelikes are ten a penny these days, but rarely do they look or sound as good as Gonner, a roguelike platformer/shooter hybrid that's just been announced for PlayStation 4. Luke Icenhower from publisher Raw Fury perhaps describes the game best in his PlayStation Blog post: "Gonner is a procedurally-generated 2D platformer with...
News New Onrush Trailer Outlines Vehicle Classes
Choose your weapon
Onrush isn't your normal arcade racer, mixing together the speedy thrills of genre greats with team-based multiplayer found in shooters and sports games. The new trailer, which we've embedded above, outlines each of the eight vehicle types, taking you through their unique abilities and advantages. Hopefully this gives you a better...
Monday23rd Apr 2018
News PlayStation Plus Promotion Adds Three Free Months
If you purchase a 12 month sub now
Sony’s currently selling 15 months of PlayStation Plus for the price of 12 months in European territories. In the UK, this means that you can significantly extend your subscription for £49.99, either on the PlayStation Store or from online stores like Amazon. It represents a saving of roughly £20, which is no
News UK Sales Charts: God of War Sets New Series Record
And so does Yakuza
The new God of War game is the series’ fastest selling entry in the UK – and that’s despite data tracking only a couple of days’ worth of physical sales. In terms of purely boxed units, it outsold God of War III by 35 per cent, but it’s worth remembering that digital sales have increased dramatically in recent years, so...
News Here's Why Recalling Kratos' Leviathan Axe in God of War Feels Amazing
Good catch
Game development is still fairly secretive these days. Developers tend to shy away from revealing how games, or details within games, turn out the way they do, so it can be a real treat when we do get a peek behind the curtain. Vince Napoli, lead systems designer on the stellar God of War, posted on his blog yesterday, going into detail...
Guide New PS4 Games Releasing in May 2018
Every upcoming PlayStation 4 release date in May 2018
What new PS4 games are releasing in May 2018? This is a stronger month than April 2018, with a lot of lower profile titles all set to release before the E3 2018 rush. Among the highlights are Quantic Dream’s anticipated Detroit: Become Human, as well as Dark Souls Remastered and Tennis World...
News Detroit: Become Human Demo Puts in Surprise Appearance
But only in New Zealand
Detroit: Become Human, the anticipated narrative adventure from Quantic Dream, has received a demo – but at the time of typing it’s only available in New Zealand. The free 3GB sampler allows you to play through the rooftop sequence which has appeared at various conventions and conferences over the past few years. Your...
News Final Fantasy VII Remake Aiming to Surpass the PSone Original
A new world view
Final Fantasy VII is one of the most beloved games of all time, but Square Enix wants to surpass it with the title’s upcoming PlayStation 4 reboot. Originally revealed in 2015 only for development to be rebooted behind-the-scenes more recently, a new job listing from the publisher notes that this will be a “new creation not...
News Detroit: Become Human PS4 Demo Available to All from Tomorrow as Game Goes Gold
Androids are people too
Earlier today a demo for Detroit: Become Human went live over in New Zealand. It turns out this wasn't out of the blue, as the demo will be available in all regions from tomorrow, according to a new PlayStation Blog post. The demo consists of the first scene in the game, Hostage, which you will have seen be
News God of War Gets Ace Reversible Cover Art in North America
Europe left in the cold
God of War's standard cover art is gorgeous. Front and centre, Kratos and Atreus stand aboard their boat, staring down who-knows-what, while the scene behind them provides a stunning backdrop. It's a surprisingly peaceful cover, but if you picked up an American copy of Santa Monica Studio's latest, you can swap it out for the...
Report Quantic Dream Suing French Media Over Work Condition Reports
Round two?
Detroit: Become Human launches next month, but developer Quantic Dream is in the eye of a storm. Reports from French media earlier in the year documented the purported “toxic” culture at the company, which the studio has since denied. Bosses David Cage and Guillaume de Fondaumière had threatened to sue the likes of Le Monde
News Yakuza Studio Working on a Brand New IP, Says SEGA Boss
Nani?
We're already aware that SEGA's Yakuza Studio is currently developing another Yakuza title, as well as a Fist of the North Star brawler that might come West, but that's not all it has up its sleeve. According to Haruki Satomi, CEO of SEGA Sammy Holdings, SEGA is planning to challenge new IP on all manner
News Action Murder-Mystery Omensight Looks Like One to Watch on PS4
Gets a release date
Launching next month on the 15th May, Omensight's caught our attention with its promised mix of action and, er, murder-mystery. According to the press release, you play as a mythical warrior who seeks to reverse the end of the world. You'll meet a quirky cast of characters, get to know them, and try to uncover who's behind the...
News The Swords of Ditto Gets a Lovely Animated Launch Trailer
Heroes unite
We're suckers for a good launch trailer, and we dare say that The Swords of Ditto's is one of the best we've seen this year. The fully animated video's a treat, and it gives a brief overview of what the game's all about. The Swords of Ditto is actually out tomorrow on PlayStation 4, so we recommend giving the trailer a watch if you're...
Sunday22nd Apr 2018
News God of War Patch 1.12 Lets You Increase Text Size
Rest those weary eyes
Good news if you've been struggling to read menus and on-screen text in God of War, as the latest patch lets you increase text size across the board. Update 1.12 is available to download now, weighing in at just a few hundred MB. The patch notes also mention minor bug fixes. If you want to change the text size, all you have to...
News Valve Acquires Firewatch Developer Campo Santo
In the valley of Gaben
Valve has acquired acclaimed indie developer Campo Santo, the team behind vibrant walking simulator Firewatch and the upcoming In the Valley of Gods. While the studio will relocate to Bellevue, it’ll continue to operate autonomously, meaning that it will still be making its own games on its own terms. Presumably it’ll just...
Saturday21st Apr 2018
News Stormdivers Is the New Game from Nex Machina Dev Housemarque
Announced with teaser trailer
Housemarque, the very talented studio behind some of the best arcade games of the last few years, has announced its new game. It's called Stormdivers, and as promised, it's a large step away from the developer's comfort zone. The teaser trailer embedded above shows off a highly detailed forest environment, as well as...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 216
The god father
There’s only one game on Push Square’s lips this week, and it’s the outstanding God of War. With the title finally available worldwide, virtually all of us are beginning our adventures in Midgard this weekend. We may as well name this issue ‘God of War Edition’. Robert Ramsey, Deputy Editor: Inevitably, I will be playing...
Friday20th Apr 2018
News God of War Director Reacts to Gushing Reviews
There are tears
Too often we forget that there are real people behind the games we play, and whether the title turns out to be brilliant or a bust, passion and hard work goes into every single project. This video uploaded by God of War director Cory Barlog, as he looks at the release’s reviews for the first time, shows just how much energy is...
News Horizon Dev Shares Some Cool God of War Crossover Art
Congratulates Sony Santa Monica
At this point we all know that Sony's first party studios have great relationships with one another, sharing tech and support whenever they can. In particular, Horizon: Zero Dawn and Killzone developer Guerrilla Games is always quick to react to a new game's launch, and the Dutch studio's done it again with the...
Poll What Are Your First Impressions of God of War?
More like God of Phwoar?
Just in case you didn't already know (seriously, where the heck have you been?), God of War is out today on PlayStation 4, and honestly, it's put us in a bit of a pickle. As regular readers know, we like to run a nice poll (almost) every Friday to round out the week. Usually it takes us a little while to come up with a good...
News God of War's Photo Mode Looks Ace, Update Comes to PS4 Soon
Here's an early peek
God of War is an incredibly pretty game, so it's a bit of a shame that it hasn't shipped with a photo mode. Fortunately, as reported previously, a photo mode is in the works, and it'll be arriving as a free update in the near future. Proving that it exists (and that it looks really, really good), developer...
News God of War Didn't Look Dramatically Different When Pitched to Sony
Given the greenlight
Sony originally didn’t want another God of War game, and it took one helluva pitch from Cory Barlog to get the go-ahead. But this video, from way back in 2015, is what convinced the company to loosen its purse strings and give the reboot the greenlight. It was shown during a stream overnight, as captured by
News NPD Analyst Reckons God of War Will Have the Biggest Debut of Any PS4 Exclusive
Daddy's home
Just how well will God of War sell? The franchise has always been one of Sony's best when it comes to shifting units, but with the drastic change in direction, questions were being asked early on about whether core fans would be won over. Of course, now that we're sitting here on launch day and the game's reviewed unbelievably well, we...
News God of War's Final Marketing Meeting Was Ruff
Release the hounds
PlayStation UK has been blowing its marketing budget on comedy commercials for a few years now, and it always seems to find a way to turn cringey concepts into laugh out loud clips. This new one, depicting the “final marketing meeting” for God of War, is a hoot, as it emerges that the game’s name has been misheard. The...
News God of War Back in Stock at Amazon on Launch Day
Just in time
God of War’s back in stock at Amazon UK, after being unavailable for several weeks now. The title was one of many Sony exclusives unavailable at the online retailer, and despite Kratos’ latest being restocked, you still can’t pre-order upcoming titles like Spider-Man or Detroit: Become Human from t
News Housemarque Teases New Game Reveal Ahead of Industry Talk
What could it be?
You may recall that, a little while back, Housemarque declared it was done with arcade games following poor sales. This is a massive shame, as the Finnish developer has delivered some absolutely stellar shoot-em-ups -- Resogun and Nex Machina, take a bow -- over the years. This news left us wondering what it could possibly be...
News Yoku's Island Express Rolls onto PS4 Next Month
You've got mail
Team 17's upcoming pinball platformer, Yoku's Island Express, looks like a charming, unorthodox little adventure title. In the new trailer embedded above, we see two of the minds behind the game talking about the making of this curious game, plus a release date: the 29th May 2018. If you're not familiar with Yoku's Island Express,...
News Runbow Delayed on PS4, Crosses the Finish Line a Few Weeks Late
Keep on running
The colourful platformer, Runbow, was due to come to PS4 in a few days time, but publisher Headup Games has just announced a short delay for the title. There isn't a solid date yet, but in a press release, the publisher states that the game needs a few more weeks in order to get everything up to scratch. Headup Games and 13AM Games...
Thursday19th Apr 2018
News God of War Patch Makes Day One Alterations on PS4
Several tweaks ahead of launch
God of War has a day one patch on PlayStation 4 ahead of its official launch tomorrow (20th April). Fortunately, the update isn't especially huge, weighing in at 593.5MB. So, what does it do? Well, nothing too exciting, but it does appear to make a few important alterations. Here are the full patch notes: Enemy...
News Vegito Blue and Fused Zamasu Confirmed for Dragon Ball FighterZ
Fusion ha!
The latest issue of Weeky Jump has just hit store shelves in Japan, and within its pages is confirmation that Vegito Blue and Fused Zamasu are the next additional characters coming to Dragon Ball FighterZ. Yep, it's looking like the datamine leak is the real deal. Much like Broly and Bardock, who launched last month, it's highly...
Guide Fortnite Taco Shops Locations
Taco stab at this
One of Fortnite's week eight challenges is to visit three different Taco Shops in a single match. That's no small feat – especially when you consider that there are only five of them in total. Fortunately though, they're all in quite close proximity to each other. Picking a path through them is relatively easy, if you can avoid...
Hands On 10 of Our Favourite Games from EGX Rezzed 2018
Indie highlights from this year's show
EGX Rezzed is the little brother of the UK's biggest games exhibition, and it's a great venue for smaller games to spend some time in the spotlight. Indeed, we usually discover a number of titles we'd never heard of before. We attended the event across all three days, playing as much as we could to find out...
News Mary Jane Watson Will 'Surprise a Lot of People' in Spider-Man on PS4
New details on central characters
Despite a bunch of information coming out of Insomniac regarding Spider-Man lately, it still feels like the developer is keeping some details close to its chest. For example, we know that you'll be spending some of the game playing as Mary Jane, but quite how her missions will play is yet to be revealed. Still,...
Guide Fortnite Moisty Mire Treasure Map and Where to Find the Treasure in Retail Row
Treasure hunt
Finding the treasure map in Moisty Mire and the subsequent treasure is one of the week nine challenges in Fortnite Battle Royale. In this guide, we're going to help you locate both the map and the treasure by pointing out the exact locations of both. What more could we really do?! So without further ado, here's how to complete this...
News Battlezone Gold Edition Announced for PS4, VR no Longer Required from May
Tanks a lot
One of our favourite PlayStation VR launch titles was Battlezone, Rebellion's tank battling game. Though it works great in virtual reality, some players were disappointed that the extra hardware was required to play the game. Now, the developer has announced Battlezone Gold Edition, which will remove the need for Sony's headset, allowing...
Guide Fortnite Dance Floor Locations
You got the funk
Dancing on three different dance floors is one of the week eight challenges in Fortnite. While it's pretty obvious from the title what you have to do to complete this challenge, it doesn't help you find the places to do it. That's where Push Square comes in though! We've scoured the map to find all of the dance floors so you don't...
News Disgaea 1 Complete Is Coming West This Fall on PS4
Darkness returns
The original Disgaea is being remastered for PlayStation 4, and it's heading to North America and Europe this Fall. Titled Disgaea 1 Complete, it'll feature enhanced graphics and a new 'Etna Mode' which stars new characters. It'll also support both English and Japanese voice-overs. Disgaea: Hour of Darkness launched on the...
News Here's 12 Crazy Minutes of Footage for The Crew 2
Transformers
The Crew 2 is shaping up to be far bigger and better than the 2014 original, and one of the biggest factors behind that is the ability to switch between your chosen method of transport at any moment. Just take a look at how utterly bonkers this looks in practice in the video above as a car turns into a plane before your eyes, and then...
Rumour Battlefield V Has a Battle Royale Prototype in the Works
Of course
Hot on the heels of reports coming out of Activision that Call of Duty: Black Ops IIII will have a Battle Royale mode in lieu of its traditional single player campaign, word is that DICE is scurrying to get in on the gold rush, too. According to Games Beat, citing “someone with knowledge of the studio”, the Swedish developer already...
News New LEGO The Incredibles Trailer Shows First Gameplay on PS4
Super
A brand new trailer for LEGO The Incredibles has landed, and it's our first glimpse at the game in action. Predictably, it looks like an entertaining, bricked-up version of the feature films, with lots of co-operative interplay between the Parr family, Frozone, and more. Honestly, it seems to be a straightforward, by-the-numbers LEGO game,...
Wednesday18th Apr 2018
News PlayStation's Relationship with Amazon Worsens As PSN Codes Are Dropped
Update: PSN codes back in USA
What started with God of War going out of stock on Amazon UK seems to have escalated over the past few days, as now it’s impossible to purchase PlayStation Network vouchers from the popular retailer in the USA as well. The cards – which are delivered instantly via email – are available in various monetary...
Guide Best God of War Games Ranked
War games
In the pantheon of popular PlayStation intellectual properties, God of War occupies the throne room alongside other household names like Uncharted and Gran Turismo. But which is the best of Kratos’ bloody escapades to date? Ahead of the release of this year’s reimagining, we’ve returned to Ancient Greece in order to, er, order each...
News Big Sonic Mania Patch Springs Up Early on PS4
Now removed by SEGA
A sizeable update for Sonic Mania was released on PlayStation 4 in the UK last night, much to the surprise of fans. It seems that SEGA accidentally launched the patch early, as access to it has now been removed. Of course, that didn't stop a handful of people from updating the much loved classic style Sonic title, and there are a...
News God of War Pre-Load Is Now Live on PS4
The game's just under 45GB
If you've pre-ordered God of War from the PlayStation Store, then you'll be happy to know that you can start downloading the game right now on your PlayStation 4. As long as you have automatic downloads enabled, pre-orders like this should start downloading as soon as they're available, but if that's not the case, you can...
News Japanese Sales Charts: PS4 Falls Further as Japan Suffers Seriously Slow Week
Monster Hunter finally at 2 million
Every now and again, the Japanese sales charts enter a slump and there's barely anything to talk about. Unfortunately, that can be said of the latest figures, which make for some yawn-inducing reading. On the software side of things, a Compile Heart title named Death end re;Quest entered the top five on...
News Pro Evolution Soccer Loses UEFA Champions League
Rest in peace
Pro Evolution Soccer has been a tough sell for some time now, but UEFA may have just knocked the final nail in the once-popular series’ coffin. According to a post on the organisation’s website, this year’s Champions League final in Kiev will mark the end of a 10 year partnership between Konami and the competition, meaning that...
News Yoko Taro on NieR Sequel: 'If Square Enix Wants It, I'll Do It'
But do you want it, too?
NieR Automata has become something of a cult hit on the PlayStation 4. The game performed reasonably at retail, but it didn’t exactly set cash registers alight. Nevertheless, fans absolutely adore the wacky post-apocalyptic open world and its multi-tiered narrative. But what about a sequel? Director Yoko Taro has been...
Poll Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament: Top 32 - Matches 101-104
Ready? Fight!
This is the twenty-sixth week of our Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament. 128 characters enter, but only one will be crowned champion -- and you decide who that champion will be. If you want to know more about the Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament, be sure to click through here. Previous Results (Click...
Rumour Call of Duty: Black Ops IIII Cans Campaign, Adds Battle Royale
No single player in new CoD
There are crazy rumours swirling regarding Call of Duty: Black Ops IIII right now, as word has emerged that it may be the first entry in the franchise to scrap its single player campaign. While the series is synonymous with its multiplayer these days, its set-piece laden stories have always formed a big part of the...
News Spider-Man PS4 to Receive Prequel Novel and Art Book
Marvellous
Insomniac's highly anticipated Spider-Man PS4 exclusive feels like it's a long way off. The title recently received a release date of 7th September, leaving Spidey fans with a lot of time to twiddle their thumbs. Fortunately, publisher Titan Books has teamed up with Marvel and Insomniac to produce a novel that depicts the events leading...
Hands On Strange Brigade Is a Punchy, Pulpy 1930s Shooter
Just the ticket
One of the higher profile games at EGX Rezzed 2018 was Rebellion's thirties-tinged third person shooter, Strange Brigade. Oddly enough, the demo we played was single player, despite the main focus of the game being its four-player co-op. Still, what we played of this B-movie inspired action game proved it has some fun ideas that...
News Yakuza 6 Survey Hints at Potential Fist of the North Star PS4 Localisation
Not dead yet
Following yesterday's Western launch of Yakuza 6: The Song of Life, SEGA has released a survey for the purposes of gathering fan feedback. It's pretty standard stuff, but there is one question in particular that sticks out. Near the end of the survey, users are presented with the following query: "While no localization has been...
News The Elder Scrolls Online Trailer Provides a Better Look at Summerset Expansion
Summer's coming
Announced last week, The Elder Scrolls Online is heading to Summerset this, er, summer. The MMO's next big expansion will whisk you away to the home of the high elves -- an island coated in delightful greenery and posh looking towers. The add-on's new trailer gives us a better look at the location with sweeping shots and glimpses of...
Hands On Windlands 2 Adds Co-Op, Weapons to Virtual Reality Platformer
Second wind
We rather liked the original Windlands on PlayStation VR. The satisfying movement and exhilarating sense of speed and altitude made for one of virtual reality's early successes -- at least, if you had the stomach for it. This holds true for Windlands 2, but the sequel isn't just reuniting you with a pair of grappling hooks and calling it...
News The Swords of Ditto Leads Digital Pre-Order Promotion on US PlayStation Store
Guns of Icarus Alliance! Trailblazers! Laser League!
It's spring time at last, and that means Sony has shown off its annual collection of digital games that are set to receive pre-order discounts for PlayStation Plus members. Named Totally Digital, the North American promotion includes five titles that all look pretty promising. First up is...
News AO International Tennis Gets Full Course Creator
Get off my grass
AO Tennis launched alongside the Australian Open earlier in the year, but it was a limited release that received dismal reviews. Now developer Big Ant is back for another crack, renaming the title AO International Tennis ahead of its worldwide launch on 8th May. And one feature that will be bundled in this re-release is a complete...
News Fun Looking PS4 Fighter Brawlout Gets Guacamelee and Hyper Light Drifter Guests
Hits PS4 this summer
We first wrote about Brawlout all the way back in 2016, and we noted that it looked rather fun. Fortunately, the indie fighter still looks good, and now it's down for a confirmed release on Sony's system this summer. You can get an eyeful of it via the trailer that we've embedded above. The game will feature 18 characters who...
News NBA Playgrounds Sequel Slam Dunks PS4 This Year
Currying favour
Already? It doesn’t feel like that long since Saber Interactive’s arcade basketball game NBA Playgrounds broke the backboard of the PlayStation 4, but a sequel’s already on the way. Due out later this year, the sequel will add new online and local multiplayer game modes, as well as new music, courts, and a single player...
Tuesday17th Apr 2018
As cold as ice
The atmosphere and intrigue of Impact Winter's world are truly gripping, and developer Mojo Bones has sculpted an environment that's begging for an incredible gameplay experience to take place within it. This aura alone is enough to make this title engrossing for the first couple of hours, but unfortunately, the gameplay is not nearly...
News Monster Hunter: World PS4 Patch 3.0 Nerfs Flash Pods, Reworks Tempered Rewards
Not so flashy
Monster Hunter: World update 3.0 drops tomorrow (17th April) on PlayStation 4, bringing a new quest type and a new elder dragon to the game -- but that's not all. The full patch notes also reveal a list of changes that Capcom will be incorporating. The alteration that immediately sticks out is that flash pods are being...
News Big Monster Hunter: World Update Incoming, Adds Raid-Like Quests and a New Elder Dragon
Beware the beast
Out of the blue, Capcom has revealed that the next Monster Hunter: World update will drop tomorrow (the 18th April) on PlayStation 4. The headline act here is that it'll introduce a new quest type called 'Siege', and it basically sounds like the game's equivalent of a multiplayer raid. Capcom says that Siege is designed...
News Tennis World Tour's Career Mode Will See You Work Your Way to the Top
Ace
Tennis World Tour will hit the court next month, and developer Breakpoint has released a new trailer detailing the title’s career mode. This is your traditional rags-to-riches affair, as you work your way up from the lower end of the world rankings all the way up to number one. You’ll need to manage your schedule, fitness, and perform on the...
News Outrun Inspired Horizon Chase Turbo Races to PS4 on 15th May
Splash wave
Not to be confused with Horizon: Zero Dawn, old-school arcade racer Horizon Chase Turbo finally has a PlayStation 4 release date: 15th May. Despite its Stunt FX-esque rudimentary polygonal visuals, this looks closer to Outrun in terms of gameplay, as you drift your way through a rotating backdrop inspired by locations around the world...
Hands On Onrush is an Action Packed, Addictive Arcade Racer
Rushing around
Onrush is a bit of an oddball. An arcade racer with no traditional races, the focus is squarely on contributing towards team-based objectives. There are no laps or checkered flags; this game is gunning for something a little different. By combining the high-speed, high-risk thrills of games like Burnout, Motorstorm, and SSX with...
News Ubisoft Dates Its E3 2018 Press Conference
Join the club
Following in the footsteps of EA and Bethesda, Ubisoft has slapped a date on its E3 2018 press conference. The French publisher's show will take place on the 11th June, at 21:00 UK time. So that's 13:00 Pacific, and 16:00 Eastern. Based on our admittedly spotty memories of past E3 pressers, this is all pretty standard stuff for...
News Anticipated Indie Title Below Could Come to PS4 in the Future
Not beneath a PS4 release?
Announced way back at Microsoft's E3 2013 press conference, the hotly anticipated Below is set to release on the Xbox One and PC at some point this year. However, it appears that director Kris Pitriowski may have plans to release the game on other platforms once its exclusivity period with the Windows family is up. In an...
Hands On Roguelike Adventuring in The Swords of Ditto on PS4
Adventure time
The Swords of Ditto is out very soon indeed, but we couldn't resist giving it a quick test run at EGX Rezzed 2018 ahead of its release later this month. For those not in the know, this is a roguelike, 2D adventure game in which generations of heroes take on the evil witch Mormo in order to lift her curse over the land. Randomly...
Store Update 17th April 2018 (Europe)
Norse for wear
It’s a quiet week on the European PlayStation Store update, presumably as everything attempts to get out of the way of the only release that matters: God of War. But what’s this? SEGA delayed Yakuza 6 into the same week? Well, that was stupid. Which will you be playing first? PS4 Games: Virry VR with Drozdov 16th April VRFC...
Hands On Guacamelee! 2 Brings Mexican Madness Back to PS4
Holy guacamole
Juan's first Metroidvania adventure, Guacamelee!, remains one of our favourite modern examples of the genre, mixing addictive exploration, challenging platforming, satisfying combat, and a whacky sense of humour to great effect. Guacamelee! 2 is set to continue this trend. It recaptures the first game's compelling gameplay and...
Monday16th Apr 2018
News God of War Is Now the Highest Rated PS4 Exclusive of All Time
And the second best game on the platform
God of War reviews were published late last week, bringing with them a slew of plaudits for Sony Santa Monica’s latest. The title got off to an outstanding start on aggregate website Metacritic, but rather than suffer from the usual slump, it’s actually been rising up the rankings as new ratings come in...
Soapbox Far Cry 5's Arcade Mode Is One of the Worst Multiplayer Offerings This Generation
Liam's having a curation nightmare
Tacked-on multiplayer modes were something that plagued the previous generation of consoles with poor online options that didn't really need to be there at all. Ninja Gaiden III brought its bloodshed to multiple players at once to little applause, BioShock 2 distributed plasmids online with not a lot of fanfare,...
Review Yakuza 6: The Song of Life (PS4)
Way of the Dragon
Yakuza 6: The Song of Life looks and feels like the next-gen Yakuza that we've been waiting for. Taking the developer's Dragon Engine out for its first drive, this is the sixth (or seventh, if you count the fantastic Yakuza 0) mainline entry in SEGA's crime drama action role-playing game series, and it's bloody brilliant. The much...
Guide God of War FAQ: Everything You Need to Know
All your questions answered
God of War is now on the PlayStation 4 and PC, and if you haven’t read our glowing review yet then you know what you need to do. With such a major release, we figured that we’d answer a handful of your most frequently asked questions pertaining to Kratos’ latest and (arguably) greatest adventure. For more, refer to...
Report Sony's Mark Cerny Is on the Road Talking PS5 with Developers
But it's unlikely to arrive soon
Mark Cerny’s role as the PlayStation 4’s lead architect is one of the key reasons behind the console’s success, as he sought to right the wrongs of the PlayStation 3 and collaborated with developers – both first-party and third-party – on a system that was much easier to work with. According to a Digital...
"And we won't"
Following a management reshuffle over at EA, newly assigned chief design officer Patrick Söderlund has opened up about the mistakes that the company made with Star Wars Battlefront 2 in an interview with The Verge. Söderlund admits that the sequel's progression system was handled poorly at launch, with...
Guide Yakuza 6: The Song of Life FAQ - Everything You Need to Know
All your questions answered
Yakuza 6: The Song of Life launches this week on PlayStation 4. The final chapter in series protagonist Kazuma Kiryu's story, fans of the franchise will likely be diving straight in, but just in case you're new or perhaps a little unsure, we've put together this guide on the most frequently asked questions that we get...
Feature Dreams, the PS4 Exclusive Everyone's Sleeping On
A Dream come true
There’s real excitement among the PlayStation fanbase following God of War’s outstanding reviews. Much like with Horizon: Zero Dawn last year, Sony’s first-party has done it again – except this time Kratos has actually exceeded all expectations and landed the highest-rated PlayStation 4 exclusive to date. And it’s just...
News ANTHEM Will Be 'Distinctly BioWare', But 'Unlike Anything You've Played'
Uh huh
In a new BioWare blog post penned by general manager Casey Hudson, a little light is perhaps shed on ANTHEM, the studio's upcoming sci-fi title. In the post, Hudson writes about his return to the company and "refocusing BioWare's mission" after missteps with the disappointing Mass Effect: Andromeda. "We need to delight players with new...
News Shenmue I & II Will Not Add Time Skip to the First Game
Changed my mind
Back when Shenmue was first announced, SEGA leaned heavily into a buzzword: FREE. An acronym, the term stood for “fully reactive eyes entertainment”, and it was essentially used to describe the type of gameplay that we more commonly consider open world today; it meant that the title enabled you the freedom to go anywhere and do...
News UK Sales Charts: Far Cry 5 Starts a Cult at Summit
Little else going on
Another desperately slow week for the British games industry concludes with Far Cry 5 at the top of the UK sales charts. This is its third consecutive spell at the summit, which would be nearing a Ubisoft record if God of War wasn’t waiting in the wings to steal its place. Elsewhere, the only other thing of note is Gran...
News Kingdom Hearts III Has Game & Watch-esque Minigames
Sora like those ol' LCD toys
Square Enix has provided an update on Kingdom Hearts III, but perhaps not the kind that fans wanted to see. A new trailer entitled ‘Classic Kingdom’ shows off several Game & Watch-esque minigames that you’ll be able to play within the PlayStation 4 title, spanning everything from simple platformers to...
News Falke Shoots into Street Fighter V Next Week
Swing and a hit
Street Fighter V: Arcade Edition's latest playable fighter, Falke, will enter the fray next week, on the 24th April. To make the announcement official, Capcom's pushed out a typical character trailer that shows Falke in action -- and she looks to be an interesting addition. Falke appears to have good ranged options, and...
Sunday15th Apr 2018
News You Won't Need to Win Many Games of Lucky Hit to Afford Shenmue I & II
Collection will cost $29.99
The Shenmue series includes a variety of ways to make in-game money, whether it’s operating a forklift, gambling, or moving crates (yes, seriously). In real-life, you won’t need to spend too much time grafting to afford SEGA’s anticipated compilation collection, as Shenmue I & II will retail for $29.99 in the...
News Persona 3, Persona 5 Dancing Games Boogie in Classic SEGA Threads
Yakuza! Virtua Fighter! Sonic?
Looks like Persona 3: Dancing Moon Night and Persona 5: Dancing Star Night are getting some costumes based on classic SEGA franchises. The former will pair up with Virtua Fighter, allowing you to decorate its cast in Sarah Bryant and Wolf Hawkfield clothing. The latter, meanwhile, will land Yakuza and Sonic outfits,...
Saturday14th Apr 2018
Soapbox Why You Should Play Shenmue I & II on PS4
But why you need to be very careful
If you could hear beyond my screams of elation, the announcement of Shenmue I & II for PlayStation 4 overnight brought with it murmurs of excited curiosity: a new crop of gamers are finally going to get their opportunity to try out this cult series for themselves. That’s a good thing, as Ryo Hazuki’s revenge...
Report God of War Elevates Real-Time Visuals to New Heights
Sony's latest is a tech powerhouse
God of War is the best looking game we’ve ever played, but don’t just take our word for it – the experts at Digital Foundry have also heaped praise on the PlayStation 4 exclusive, suggesting that it “elevates real-time visuals to new heights while pushing the PlayStation hardware to its limits”. The end...
Hello sweet death
We weren’t sure quite what to make of Infernium at first – it’s a non-linear first person survival horror that throws you into hell with minimal preparation. This is a vision of hell more about bleak, eerie landscapes and impressive vistas rather than your traditional fire 'n' brimstone DOOM-esque virtual world. The game...
News Shenmue I & II Searching for Sailors on PS4 in 2018
The day the snow turned to rain
Wow, we never thought we’d see the day. SEGA has followed up on its promise of a “huge surprise” by announcing that Shenmue I & II will be coming to the PlayStation 4 later this year. Considering we’d written off the possibility of this ever happening, that’s a pretty gigantic surprise indeed. This...
News SEGA Falls in Love with Sakura Wars Again
It's been a decade, my love
Deep cut Sakura Wars is to make a comeback, as SEGA is working on a new entry in the series. For those who don’t know, this string of tactical role-playing titles with dating sim elements started life on the SEGA Saturn, and was last seen in 2005 on the PlayStation 2. There’s no word on which systems this new version...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 215
The song of life
The sun is shining, the weather is sweet, yeah. Makes us want to… Shut the curtains and play video games? That is how the ol’ Bob Marley song goes, right? Anyway, you know what time it is – it’s WAYP time. Sammy Barker, Editor: I’m still playing God of War, a game which still holds many secrets for me to discover...
Friday13th Apr 2018
News Sony Is Creating a New Game Development Team in San Diego
And it could be working on Uncharted
Sony insinuated recently that it intends to “concentrate” on first-party production moving forwards, strengthening its output of PlayStation exclusives. And it sounds like the first stages of those plans have been put into motion, as job listings suggest that it’s creating a new development team in...
Soapbox You Should Play God of War III While You Wait for Kratos' Return
Greek tragedy
The new God of War is an extraordinary game and it represents a seismic shift for one of Sony’s most beloved first-party franchises, but with more than a week to go until the title tosses its axe at retailers around the world, you should fill the time with one of Kratos’ previous adventures. God of War III was quietly remastered...
Poll Will You Be Buying God of War?
The big one
Well, there was really only one big talking point from this week that we could have transformed into a Friday poll: God of War. Reviews for the PlayStation 4 exclusive dropped yesterday morning, and Kratos is currently sitting pretty (don't tell him we called him that) with a 94 on Metacritic. It's safe to say that critics like it. As...
News SEGA Teases a 'Huge' Announcement for Tomorrow
Okay, we'll bite
SEGA Europe's official Twitter account has teased that a "huge announcement" is happening at the company's SEGA FES event in Tokyo tomorrow (that's the early hours of the morning for us here in Europe). Included is a picture of the show's logo, which features Sonic the Hedgehog, but there's no way of knowing whether the announcement...
News If You Need Something to Play This Weekend, Ghost Recon: Wildlands Is Free on PS4
Tango yankee
Look, we've all been there. A big game's on the horizon (God of War) and you're a bit scared of starting something new before launch in case you don't get it finished in time. Perfectly natural. So you're just looking for something that's not too involved. Maybe you can grind away the hours on Monster Hunter: World? Not a bad idea. Or...
Report 2K's Working on a Top-Secret BioShock Title
Would you kindly be excited?
Uncovered as part of an excellent Kotaku report on Mafia III’s missteps, a new BioShock game is in development at a top-secret 2K Games studio next door to Hangar 13. According to the article – penned by the ever-reliable Jason Schreier – the Mafia maker was working on an espionage adventure, before it slipped into...
News God of War Director Cory Barlog Gets a Special Message from His Dad
"We are very proud of you"
When you’re in the nucleus of any video game website, it can be hard to forget that real people work really hard to bring the titles we love to life. This message from God of War director Cory Barlog’s father posted publicly on Twitter earlier today serves as a reminder that there are actual humans behind every...
News Get Hyped with the God of War PS4 Soundtrack, Now on Spotify
Very Norse
We reckon God of War is pretty bloody good, so we're going to take a minute to plug the game's soundtrack, which is available now on music streaming service Spotify. Could be a good way to increase your hype levels if they're not already through the roof and sailing into orbit. Comprising of 21 songs, the album clocks in at over an hour,...
News Here's a Glimpse at Fresh Code Vein Gameplay
Tasty
Code Vein still doesn't have a confirmed release date, and now that the later months of the year are starting to look pretty darn busy, we're beginning to wonder if the action role-playing title will actually make it out in 2018 to begin with. Speculation aside, at least the game's still looking promising. Bandai Namco's put out a short...
News Co-Op Adventure A Way Out Has Already Sold Over 1 Million Copies
Breakout hit
Wow, A Way Out has done rather well for itself, it seems. The co-op adventure title launched just over a couple of weeks ago on the 26 March, but it's already managed to sell through over one million copies. We thought it'd be quite popular, but we didn't think we'd see that kind of figure so quickly. Impressive stuff. Developer...
News The Banner Saga 3 Marches onto PS4 This Summer Alongside Trilogy Collection
Sound the horns
Bringing an end to Stoic's rather good strategy role-playing trilogy, The Banner Saga 3 has a confirmed release date. It'll gather its allies and march onto PlayStation 4 this Summer, on the 24th July. Alongside the third instalment, 505 Games will be publishing a physical collection of all three games on Sony's console, dubbed The...
News What Remains of Edith Finch Wins BAFTA for Best Game
Finch strife
Giant Sparrow’s inventive first-person adventure What Remains of Edith Finch took home the BAFTA for Best Game at a swish ceremony in London today. The game – a series of vignettes about a slew of untimely family deaths – also scored highly here at Push Square, where we awarded it a 10/10 at release. The sophomore effort from Ian...
News THQ Nordic Is Skipping E3 2018 for the World Cup
Who can blame them?
E3 2018 and the FIFA World Cup take place in very close proximity to each other this year, and because of that, the Austrian-based company THQ Nordic are snubbing the Los Angeles show floor for the beer gardens of Vienna this time around as they watch the World Cup in Russia from a safe distance. Because of that, we'll get...
Thursday12th Apr 2018
News PS4 Firmware Update 5.53 Is Available to Download Now
You know what time it is
There's a new software update out for PlayStation 4, and before we tell you what it does, do you fancy taking a guess? Go on, we'll wait. Done? Hopefully you're aware of the running gag and said "stability", because that's what you're getting. Firmware update 5.53 improves system performance, and that's that. Oh wait,...
News PS4 Exclusives Unavailable for Pre-Order at Amazon UK
Why?
God of War’s review embargo lifted today, heralding a modern masterpiece and sending floods of PlayStation 4 players in the direction of Amazon UK as they sought to secure pre-orders. However, the exclusive is unavailable at the popular website – and has been for some time. Is this simply a stock issue in the wake of such anticipation?...
News Avengers: Infinity War's Iron Spider Suit Joins Spider-Man PS4
Heavy metal
A leaked video pulled from PlayStation’s official YouTube channel but mirrored in the nick of time has revealed that the Iron Spider Suit from Avengers: Infinity War will feature in Insomniac Games’ forthcoming PlayStation 4 exclusive, Spider-Man. To be clear, this is the movie design, and not the Iron Spider Armour that some of you...
Guide Fortnite Search Between Three Boats Location
Read all a-boat it
Searching between three boats is one of the week eight challenges in Fortnite, and it's a surprisingly easy one for a change! In this guide, we'll detail exactly where the location you have to go is, and provide a few tips and tricks to help you complete it in record time. Enjoy! Where to search between three boats in Fortnite:...
News Destiny 2's Second Expansion, Warmind, Launches in May
Be mindful
We remember a time when you couldn't possibly escape news regarding Destiny, but now it just seems to slip by without anyone really caring all that much -- and we include ourselves in that. We've been covering the ins and outs of Bungie's shooter and its sequel for years now, but news of Destiny 2's second expansion totally passed us by,...
News Delightfully Drawn Indie Adventure Forgotton Anne Hops onto PS4 in May
Certainly not forgotten
A lovely looking adventure title that really caught our eye last year, Forgotton Anne has a new trailer and a release date on PlayStation 4. And yes, you do spell it "forgotton". And yes, that does drive us up the wall. Anyway, the game's still looking suitably pretty, and the best news is that we don't have to wait too long...
News Siegfried Returns with His Bloody Big Sword in SoulCalibur VI
Blocking out the nighmares
Series veteran Siegfried has joined the SoulCalibur VI roster, and yes, he's still swinging that huge sword around without even considering the long term wrist injury consequences. There was some speculation that Siegfried may not make it into the upcoming fighter due to the fact that he's also Nightmare, but that's...
News Detroit: Become Human Has Three Different Composers
Sound off
Here’s an interesting story: Quantic Dream’s upcoming android-based narrative adventure Detroit: Become Human has three different composers, each of whom has been assigned a different character. Kara’s music has been composed by cellist Philip Sheppard, who used his instrument to create a quite sombre sound. Meanwhile,...
Wednesday11th Apr 2018
Sucking the fun out of it all
It hasn’t even been a full two years since Gal*Gun: Double Peace caused a bit of a stir upon its PlayStation 4 launch, but in a desperate attempt to satisfy your kink, developer Inti Creates is back with a sequel. You won’t be surprised to hear then that Gal*Gun 2 attempts to be just as titillating as its...
News European PS Store Double Discounts Sale is Live Now
Double trouble
The endless PlayStation Store sales schedule marches on. The most recent assault on your wallet is the European Store's Double Discounts offer, which, well, doubles the discounts for PlayStation Plus members. The PS4 and PSVR games included are a decent mix of games large and small. At the maximum discount, PES 2018: Pro Evolution...
News Ghost Recon: Wildlands' Sam Fisher References Metal Gear Solid
"Then it's only me..."
Oh no, this one hit us hard. Back when the PS2 vs Xbox console war was at its height, Splinter Cell's Sam Fisher was always pitted as Microsoft's answer to Solid Snake – before the stealth classics made their way over to the PlayStation 2 of course. With the demise of the Metal Gear Solid franchise following the...
News The Witcher 3 Finally Gets Its PS4 HDR Patch, Also Improves Performance
And fixes potential crashes
Well, this is it. This is most likely going to be the last ever article that we pen about updates for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and let's be honest, it's about time. Next month the game will be three years old, and developer CD Projekt Red has finally pushed out the title's long awaited HDR patch on PlayStation 4...
News PS5 Is a Long Way Away, Or So Sources Say
Developers weigh in on recent rumours
The next PlayStation will release later this year, one ambitious rumour claimed recently. But according to a Kotaku report penned by the ever-reliable Jason Schreier, that’s extremely unlikely to be the case – in fact, we may be waiting until at least 2020 for the so-called PlayStation 5, just like
News Shopkeeping Action RPG Moonlighter Sets a Price This May on PS4
Goods stuff
One of the PlayStation 4's most promising upcoming indie titles, action role-playing game Moonlighter has a release date. The dungeon crawler sees you manage a shop during the day, selling the goods that you pilfered from caves and lairs during the night. Honestly, it sounds like quite a stressful routine. Anyway, the game's out next...
News Japanese Sales Charts: Far Cry 5 Breaks 100k, PS4 Drops Off
Quiet on the Eastern front
There's not much happening in the latest Japanese sales charts. A total lack of new software means that we're left analysing what's already there, and we suppose the biggest news is that Far Cry 5 has broken through 100,000 copies on PlayStation 4. That's not a bad result for Ubisoft. Elsewhere, Monster Hunter: World is...
News Those SoulCalibur VI Release Date Rumours Are Fake
Official word's in
Over the past week or so, rumours of SoulCalibur VI's release date have been gathering speed. Officially, all we've been told up to this point is that the weapon-based fighter is due out in 2018, but more specific dates have been passed around on social media and have appeared on a number of websites. From what we gather, some of...
Review Bridge Constructor Stunts (PS4)
Dangerous commute
If Edgar Wright’s playlist-fueled boy racer movie Baby Driver taught us anything, it’s that merely driving from one point to another is no longer enough to satisfy the whims of a world captivated by the explosive impact of Marvel. We need a little flourish here and there, and maybe even a few explosions to brighten up the day...
News Fate/Extella Link Brings More Anime Hack and Slashing to PS4, Vita in the West This Winter
It must be fate
Okay, hands up if you played Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star. We're guessing that's not many of you, but those of you who did get the chance to play the 2017 hack and slash action game may be happy to know that the sequel is heading West later this year. Based on the Fate series that spans manga, anime, and a whole bunch of...
Poll Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament: Top 32 - Matches 97-100
Ready? Fight!
This is the twenty-fifth week of our Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament, and the first of our top 32 matches. 128 characters enter, but only one will be crowned champion -- and you decide who that champion will be. If you want to know more about the Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament, be sure to click...
News Senran Kagura Burst's PS4 Remake Is Heading West Later This Year
Bursting at the seams
Senran Kagura Burst Re:Newal is dashing West later this year on PlayStation 4. A remake of Nintendo 3DS title Senran Kagura Burst -- which in turn was essentially a re-release of the very first Senran Kagura game -- Re:Newal is what many would call "old school" Senran Kagura, with 2.5D action taking centre stage...
News Stardew Valley Dev Making Progress on Multiplayer, But May Take Time on PS4
Sowing the seeds
Stardew Valley developer Eric Barone has been working on implementing multiplayer for some time now, and it looks like a breakthrough is close. In a tweet from the Barone's official account, multiplayer should be ready "in about a month" if all goes to plan. However, this is referring to the PC version of the game. When it comes to...
Tuesday10th Apr 2018
Guide The Best PS4 Racing Games
Which PS4 driving games are on the podium?
It's no secret that the PlayStation 4 hasn't had the greatest selection of racing games over the years. Arcade racing games especially have mysteriously disappeared, leaving PS4 owners with little choice when they want to put the pedal to the metal. Having said that, we've still been able to rustle up a...
Faring better than the Dodo
There’s no game better than Shadow of the Colossus when it comes to the sheer scale of enemies. As hero Wander perilously tries to find some way to climb the towering Colossi in front of him, it’s this exact feeling that Extinction attempts to emulate. From developer Iron Galaxy, with former PlayStation executive Adam...
News God of War Details Difficulty Levels and Immersion Mode Ahead of Release
Options for everyone
We've known for a while that God of War will have difficulty levels that cater to both casual players and more hardcore warriors, but now developer Sony Santa Monica Studio has taken the time to explain what these difficulty levels actually are. Here are the details straight from the team's latest blog post: Give Me A...
Guide Far Cry 5 Prepper Stash Locations and Rewards - How to Earn Big Dollar and Unique Items
Preparation is key
Hunting down prepper stashes is a ton of fun in Far Cry 5. Not only do you earn a ton of cash, perk magazines, and other special items like outfits and vehicles, but getting to the rewards is often a reward in itself. Most prepper stashes behave like a big puzzle to solve. Some tax you mentally while others give you a physical...
Review Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs - Royal Edition (PS4)
Indebted
Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs - Royal Edition is a strategy role-playing game that wears its inspirations on its sleeve. Borrowing from the likes of Persona and Disgaea, as well as your typical BioWare title, it's a release made up of many parts, but it all comes together quite nicely. There's a heart to Regalia that makes it hard to...
News Assassin's Creed Origins PS4 Patch 1.4.2 Fixes a Whole Load of Minor Issues
Siwa will know peace
Ubisoft is still working away at fixing, tweaking, and adjusting Assassin's Creed Origins, with the game's latest update now available on PlayStation 4. Patch 1.4.2 weighs in at a reasonably hefty 3.7GB or thereabouts, but there doesn't appear to be anything too exciting on offer here. A quick look at the official...
Let's not do the time warp again
If there was one flaw you could leverage at PlayStation VR upon its launch and the months that followed it, it was that a few too many experiences and titles designed themselves around obliterating enemies from a singular position in a wave-based manner. In the year leading up to today we thought we had ridden...
News PS Plus Members Score Exclusive Savings on Spotify
Stream scene
How’s this for corporate synergy? Sony’s knocking money off Spotify Premium for PlayStation Plus members, assuming you subscribe to the music streaming service through the PlayStation Store prior to 18th October. If you do, then you’ll be entitled to 10 per cent off your recurring bill as long as you remain a subscriber to both...
Review The Witch and the Hundred Knight 2 (PS4)
A witch's curse
A year after its Japanese release, The Witch And The Hundred Knight 2 has finally made it to Western consoles. Following the story of sisters Amalie and Milm, you play as the Hundred Knight – a doll brought to life by witchcraft to do the evil bidding of the young witch who has taken over Milm’s body after she contracts Witch’s...
News NIS America Apologises for Comments About PlayStation
President had insinuated Sony doesn't care about company
NIS America president Takuro Yamashita probably said a touch too much in his interview with MCV, where he claimed that Sony isn’t “friendly with small publishers like us”. The suit has issued a public apology to both SNK and PlayStation, retracting the comments in a hasty attempt to...
News Dissidia Final Fantasy NT PS4 Patch 1.06 Adds a New Stage, Movelists
Wait, the game didn't have movelists?
This patch for Dissidia Final Fantasy NT has been out for a while now on PlayStation 4, but it's one of the title's most important updates yet, and it completely passed us by. Indeed, patch 1.06 adds actual movelists to the game so that you can see what each character has up their sleeve. Who would have...
Guide Extinction - How to Deal With Every Piece of Ravenii Armour
Opening the lock
Learning how to eliminate every piece of armour a Ravenii can possibly spawn with is the most important thing to learn in Extinction. Here's our guide to shedding the 150 feet monsters of the only thing that can protect them. Wooden armour: As the material would suggest, Wooden armour is the easiest to deal with. All you need to...
Guide Extinction - Tips and Tricks for Surviving the Ravenii's Wrath
Dealing with a troll
The Ravenii horde hellbent on taking over the world are no push over in Extinction, and after joining forces with the goblin army that makes up their ranks, they're a force to be reckoned with in combination. Here's a number of tips and tricks for dealing with them and making sure you come out on top. Its back is the safest...
Store Update 10th April 2018 (Europe)
Virtual Rick-ality
There are lots of little things to look forward to this week, as acclaimed platformer Owlboy is joined by Rick & Morty: Virtual Rick-ality on the PlayStation 4. Other highlights include Extinction, Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs, and Time Carnage. What are you buyin’? PS4 Games: Extinction 10th April Extinction: Deluxe...
News Mega Man X Legacy Collection 1 & 2 Launch on PS4 This Summer
Boom
Capcom's classic Mega Man series celebrates its 30th Anniversary this year, and the publisher has today announced the release date for Mega Man X Legacy Collection 1 and 2. Both of the bundles will be available on PS4 on 24th July 2018. Check out the trailer above to see the various games in action. In a similar fashion to the Mega Man Legacy...
News Everybody's Golf Adding Atelier Content for Anniversary
Fore the fans
Everybody’s Golf has become the home of Japanese franchise milestones, with Final Fantasy recently celebrating its 30th anniversary in the game. Atelier is next up, with new Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings crossover content on the docket. Starting from 19th April through 17th May, you’ll be...
Monday9th Apr 2018
Golden egg
When Owlboy was first shown over a decade ago, pixel art indie games weren't all that common, but over the course of its lengthy development, they became increasingly numerous as independent development grew more popular. Nowadays, it feels like there are almost too many of them, to the point where a lot of players will write off games...
News NIS America: Sony Isn't Friendly with Small Publishers Like Us
"They just care about big Japanese companies"
NIS America, the publisher of franchises such as Disgaea and Danganronpa, does not appear to be all that happy with Sony at the moment. Speaking with MCV about a range of subjects – including its partnership with Nintendo on SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy – president Takuro Yamashita...
News Grand Theft Auto V Has Made More Money Than any Other Entertainment Product Ever
Crime does pay
We already know that Rockstar's mega-hit crime-'em-up, Grand Theft Auto V, is the best selling game of all time, but a new report from MarketWatch reveals that it's comfortably the most profitable game ever. In fact, it's made more cash than any film, album, or other entertainment product in history. Across all p
News PS5 Unlikely to Launch in 2018, Says Michael Pachter
Odds on 2020
We don’t think anyone really expected the PlayStation 5 to launch this year, despite there being reports to the contrary. Nevertheless, industry analyst Michael Pachter has been chatting to WCCFTech about the probability of a new console this year, and he’s said that there’s a “very low” chance of the PS5 dropping this...
News God of War Goes Over Kratos Customisation, Combat, and Character Builds
God of more
The latest God of War trailer's quite an interesting one, with director Cory Barlog and his team going over what you can expect from the game's -- dare we say it -- RPG elements. This includes a look at how customisable Kratos is as a playable character. You can chop and change his equipment and his combat abilities to suit your style,...
Review Super Daryl Deluxe (PS4)
Super Daryl Delax
Comedy games are often risky projects - it’s harder than you’d think to create a game that’s funny all the way through. Super Daryl Deluxe, from Dan & Gary Games, gives it a good go with its surrealist settings, but its base gameplay isn’t exciting enough to distinguish itself from the many Metroidvania-RPGs on the...
PlayStation Store Sales Charts Far Cry 5 Finds the Holy Ground on PS4
Top seller in NA and EU
Far Cry 5 is the fastest selling game in the series, and it's been doing well in the physical charts, but what about its performance on digital storefronts? Well, Sony has detailed March's sales charts, and Ubisoft's open world shooter sits atop both the North American and European charts. Also performing well in both regi
News SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy Brings Waifus to PS4 in September
Same day as Spider-Man
Good luck, SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy – you’re officially launching on the same day as Spider-Man. We suppose there’s not a whole lot of crossover between Peter Parker and scantily clad SNK characters, but 7th September doesn’t look like a great release date right now, as we discussed in a recent Ta
Soapbox A Love Letter to Video Game Developers and Artists
Gabriella puts forward her argument for games as art
I’m an hour into replaying Uncharted: The Lost Legacy, a game that captivated me in 2017. I meander through the streets, enthralled by its ridiculous attention to detail and bask in its marvellous colours. I put my controller down for a minute, and I’m suddenly struck by the realisation...
News UK Sales Charts: Far Cry 5 Is No.1 for Second Week Running
A quiet week
The latest weekly UK chart is in, and, well, not a whole lot has changed. Ubisoft's Far Cry 5, the fastest selling title in the franchise, is still top of the pile. In fact, the top three hasn't changed; FIFA 18 and Sea of Thieves remain in second and third place respectively. A lack of notable new releases means the chart is largely...
News One Piece: Grand Cruise Sails to PSVR on 22nd May
Luffy here
One Piece: Grand Cruise, the PlayStation VR powered experience inspired by the popular Weekly Shōnen Jump series, will drop its anchor on 22nd May in Europe and North America. According to the press release, the title will see you “step onto the famous Thousand Sunny ship to meet the legendary Straw Hat Crew including Luffy, Zoro,...
Sunday8th Apr 2018
Stranded
Island Time VR is a virtual reality, survival game in which you are stranded on an island with nothing but Carl the Crab – voiced by Greg Miller – to keep you company. Your aim is to survive as long as your depleting health will allow by consuming any food you can find, coconuts from trees, fish from the sea, or even a pesky seagull who...
News Killing Floor: Incursion Attacks PlayStation VR from 1st May
Let the bodies hit the floor
Sci-fi horror shooter Killing Floor: Incursion will reload and take aim at PlayStation VR from 1st May, Tripwire has announced. The virtual reality shooter – which will launch with a Tron-inspired bonus horde mode map named The Crucible – will boast co-operative arcade gameplay and a full story-driven campaign...
Saturday7th Apr 2018
News Final Fantasy XV to Receive 4 Further DLC Episodes, Coming 2019
That's a whole lot of content
Yes, you read that right. Final Fantasy XV, a game released in November 2016, will receive another four pieces of downloadable content in 2019. 2019! Announced at a PAX East panel, the episodes are set to focus on Ardyn, Aranea, Lunafreya, and will conclude with Noctis in a final battle to secure a future for...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 214
WAYP to go
Have there really been 214 issues of WAYP? That’s almost four years’ worth of this recurring feature now – an impressive run, for sure! The premise has remained the same since the very beginning: we tell you what we’re playing; you tell us what you’re playing. Let’s dance! Sammy Barker, Editor: I guess the angry skinhead is...
News Final Fantasy XV's Multiplayer Mode Comrades to Score Standalone Release
Sure, okay
In addition to the announcement of four new DLC packs, Square Enix has also confirmed that Final Fantasy XV’s multiplayer-themed Comrades add-on will be receiving a standalone release this summer. While details are thin on the ground, this essentially means that you won’t need to own a copy of the full game in order to access the...
Friday6th Apr 2018
Guide Far Cry 5 Fishing: All Fishing Rods and Hard Fishing Spot Locations
Here fishy fishy
Fishing in Far Cry 5 is an excellent way to chill out from all the gunfights, explosions, and car chases. That's not the only reason to do it, though – you also earn a ton of perk points from fishing challenges, and they'll make your life a heck of a lot easier. To get the most out of it, you really need to have the best rod and...
Talking Point Is PS4's September Starting to Look Way Too Crowded?
The Red Dead dread
Earlier this week, the prophecy was fulfilled: Spyro the Dragon's long rumoured remade trilogy finally got an official announcement and a confirmed release date. But with the hype came a rather troubling realisation: September is now absolutely stuffed full of big games on PlayStation 4 -- so stuffed that we've felt the need to...
Guide Fortnite Vending Machine Locations and What They Do
Vend a hand
Vending machines are a brand new feature in Fortnite that provide you with in-game items in exchange for any materials you've collected. It's a pretty nifty feature that we can't believe wasn't introduced earlier! But it's here now, and there are all sorts of items up for grabs if you're savvy enough to track them down. That's what this...
News The Leaked Raven Fortnite Skin is Out Now on PS4
Putting the rave in raven
If you're a huge fan of Fortnite, you may have spotted the awesome Raven skin that leaked online recently. A bunch of data miners found it and shared it, and ever since, speculation has run wild regarding its official release. While early speculation pointed to Easter, it turns out all we got was a bunch of stupid bunny...
News Legendary Sony E3 2015 Press Conference Could Have Been Even Better, Says Adam Boyes
Woah!
We're all in agreement that Sony's E3 2015 press conference was the company's best, at least in recent years, right? The golden trifecta of The Last Guardian, Final Fantasy VII Remake, and Shenmue III absolutely brought the house down, and it's a feat that we're not sure the Japanese giant will ever be able to top. Interestingly, however, it...
News Monster Hunter: World's Spring Seasonal Event Is Live on PS4
Hay fever
Jump into Monster Hunter: World after reading this article and you'll find that it's more lively than usual. The game's first seasonal event is underway, with the Spring Blossom Fest giving way to a revamped gathering hub, daily quest rewards, new seasonal equipment, new dances, and even new food. The event lasts until the 19th...
News Fortnite Emotes Are Inspiring Footballers Around Europe
Take the L
Fortnite has become a cultural phenomenon, and footballers across Europe have underlined that by implementing one of the game’s popular emotes into their goal celebrations. French forward Antoine Griezmann – who’s no stranger to atrocious victory stances – borrowed the title’s iconic ‘Take the L’ dance after scoring Atletico...
Interview Squeaking About Moss' Soundtrack with Composer Jason Graves
Quill-in-hand
Recently we got the opportunity to chat with composer Jason Graves – likely best known for his work on the Dead Space series or The Order: 1886 – about his work on the recently released PlayStation VR title from Polyarc, Moss. We discussed how the game's score came to be, Graves' adulation for the player character...
Thursday5th Apr 2018
Guide Fortnite Hidden Gnome Locations, Map, and How to Find Them
Wherefore art thou, Gnomeo?
Tracking down Hidden Gnomes is one of the week seven challenges from season three in Fortnite Battle Royale, and it's actually a lot less tricky than it first appears. You see, you can only find the Hidden Gnomes at each of the 18 different named locations on the map. So getting to the right location isn't the tricky...
Guide Fortnite Retail Row Treasure Map and Wailing Woods Treasure Location
Treasure hunt
Finding the treasure map in Retail Row, then the location of the treasure it specifies, is one of the week seven challenges from season three of Fortnite. This one's a little easier than previous treasure hunting challenges, as the location the map is pointing to is very obvious indeed. But to make it even easier for you, we've...
News Now Spyro Trilogy Screenshots Have Leaked Online
This is getting silly
We get the feeling an official announcement of the Spyro the Dragon Trilogy is coming very, very soon. Earlier today we reported on a retail listing on Amazon Mexico, and now a handful of screenshots have emerged online. The screenshots all appear to be taken from the original game, and they're looking pretty great, with a...
News Spyro: Reignited Trilogy Finally Announced, Glides onto PS4 in September
The adventure begins
At last, Activision has opened up about Spyro: Reignited Trilogy after weeks of rumours, leaks, and teases. As expected, the title features full remakes of the purple dragon's three original adventures, and from where we're sitting, it's looking fantastic. Check out the game in action in the above trailer. The release date for...
News Spider-Man's Web Swinging Sounds Superbly Skill Based
First details about Insomniac's upcoming exclusive
We’d love to know how many man-hours Insomniac Games has invested into Spider-Man’s web swinging system. The reality is this: there’s no point in making a Spidey game if you can’t get the traversal right, and it’s telling of the franchise’s disappointing video game legacy that...
Interview Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs - A PS4 JRPG Made in Poland
Inspired by Persona, Disgaea, and BioWare
With Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs - Royal Edition hopping onto PlayStation 4 next week, we got the chance to ask developer Pixelated Milk a bunch of questions about the upcoming role-playing release. We asked about the studio's inspirations, the game's sense of humour, and what makes the title...
News Spyro 'Reignited Trilogy' PS4 Amazon Listing Fans the Rumour Flames
Release date revealed?
A Spyro the Dragon Trilogy announcement just has to be close now, right? Yet another clue that we'll be seeing that little purple dragon soon has cropped up, this time courtesy of a listing for Spyro Reignited Trilogy on Amazon Mexico. The placeholder page did feature the apparent box art (which you can see on the right),...
News Slime Rancher Squelches onto PS4 in September
Slime time
You'd be forgiven for not noticing the quiet announcement of Slime Rancher bouncing its way onto PS4 later this year, what with all the focus on a certain red and blue superhero and a little purple dragon. However, this cheery indie first person farming sim will be hitting Sony's co
News Oh FFS, Even the Spyro Trilogy Announcement Trailer Has Leaked
Just announce the bloody game
It never ends! Hot on the heels of this morning's screenshots leak, the announcement trailer for Spyro: Reignited Trilogy has also hit the 'net. You'll need to head over to JeuxVideo to see it, but trust us, it's there, the trilogy exists, and it looks great. So, the game's definitely real, as if that wasn't already...
News Acclaimed RPG Divinity: Original Sin 2 Adventures to PS4 This August
Simply divine
After being drowned in review scores of 9s and 10s on PC, Divinity: Original Sin II has been confirmed for a console release later this year. The rather large role-playing title will launch for PlayStation 4 in August, and it's being published by Bandai Namco. A sequel to an already great game in Divinity: Original Sin -...
News Doctor Death Fears the Reaper in Vampyr Story Trailer
Blood born
Werewolves! Monsters! Crazy religious cults! It seems there’ll be a lot more supernatural to Vampyr’s plot, as this story trailer teases all sorts of shenanigans on London’s cobbled streets. To be honest, we’re not entirely sure what this clip is trying to tell us, but it serves as a decent mood piece – we especially like the...
News New Onrush Trailer Wants You to Race, Wreck, Repeat on PS4
Relentless
We were treated to a whole bunch of new coverage concerning Codemasters' upcoming arcade racer, Onrush, recently. It finally gave us a grasp of what the game is gunning for, and this latest trailer emphasises the game's unrelenting, action-focused pace. If you crash, you're put straight back in the thick of it -- no frustrating catching...
News Overwatch Uprising Returns Alongside New Retribution Event
Archives
Jeff Kaplan appeared at the interval of Overwatch League last night to surprise fans of Overwatch with the details of the latest event, Retribution, scheduled to begin on 10th April. A trailer was shown following on the storyline of a recently released comic under the same title. This trailer revealed the four characters – Reaper,...
Wednesday4th Apr 2018
News 3 DLC 'Chapters' Planned for Spider-Man PS4
They sound like expansions
Developer Insomniac Games has confirmed that Spider-Man will be getting post-launch support in the form of three additional "chapters". According to the studio, these downloadable scenarios will feature new stories, missions, characters, villains, and costumes for Spidey himself. Other than that, we don't have much to go...
News Spider-Man Gets a Pricey PS4 Collector's Edition
But of course
Something tells us that Spider-Man is going to make Marvel and Sony and everyone else involved an awful lot of money, so of course you'll have the option of doubling down on a collector's edition of the game. Swinging in at $149.99, the unimaginatively named Collector's Edition will contain a steelbook, a mini artbook, and a "surprise"...
News God of War Director on Campaign Length: 'What Have We Done?'
System designer spent over 40 hours doing everything
God of War games have, historically, been tight 10 hour experiences that could be completed in a handful of sittings. But the franchise’s forthcoming PlayStation 4 soft-reboot is not a traditional entry in the franchise – and it’s going to take you a significant number of hours to complete...
Rumour Alleged PlayStation 5 Details Make Their Way Online
Probably nonsense
It's difficult to believe that we're already starting to hear conversation about PlayStation 5, but the first information surrounding the inevitable machine is doing the rounds online. In no way are any of these details confirmed to be true, so please remember to take with a metric ton of salt. A technology news site by the name...
News Monster Hunter: World PS4 Patch 2.01 Squashes a Couple of Bugs
Hunted down
Following on from Monster Hunter: World's big spring update, Capcom's released another, smaller patch to squash a couple of meddlesome bugs. Update 2.01 fixes an aiming issue with the bow, and stomps a pesky problem that would change the order of your item list during arena quests. The patch is out now on PlayStation 4. Here are the...
News Spyro the Dragon Trilogy Teasing Just Won't Stop
An announcement has to be coming soon
We've been hearing about the supposed Spyro the Dragon Trilogy for months, but now things really seem to be ramping up. The official Spyro the Dragon Twitter account -- which has always been locked under the name Falcon McBob -- is at it again. Earlier this week, sites began reporting that they had received...
News Spider-Man PS4 Includes Photo Mode, Excludes Microtransactions
Plus more from new interview
In addition to announcing the release date for Spider-Man, Game Informer has posted a new, rapid fire interview with the game's creative director, Bryan Intihar. It's a pretty silly interview and well worth a watch, but there are some interesting snippets of information sprinkled throughout. Perhaps most notabl
News Spider-Man Release Date Announced, Leaps onto PS4 This Fall
Amazing
Game Informer's month long coverage of Insomniac's Spider-Man has begun, and it's started with a bang. The release date for the PS4 exclusive Spidey game has been revealed, and you'll be swinging through the streets of New York City come 7th September 2018. Check out the video above for some ne
News Japanese Sales Charts: Far Cry 5 Outsells Ni no Kuni II, Valkyria Chronicles 4 on PS4
Times are changing
The latest Japanese sales charts make for some surprisingly interesting reading. Numerous PlayStation titles have entered the top ten, with the latest Super Robot Wars game taking the number one spot. It shifted around 89,300 copies on PlayStation 4. The Vita version entered in third. Impressively, Far Cry 5 followed close behind...
News IO Interactive Announces Hitman: Definitive Edition, Releases Next Month
It's a hit, man
This year marks the 20th anniversary of IO Interactive, the studio famed for its Hitman series. To celebrate this milestone, the Copenhagen-based developer has announced Hitman: Definitive Edition, which brings together all content released for the episodic murder-em-up. This will be available exclusively at retail, thanks to a...
News Super Looking Mech Shooter Project Nimbus Blasts onto PS4 Next Week
Gundamn
Project Nimbus: Code Mirai is a cool looking mech shooter that we wrote about a while ago, and now it finally has Western release dates. The blast-'em-up will launch for the PlayStation 4 on the 10th and 11th April in North America and Europe respectively, which means that it's only a week away from zipping onto the PlayStation Store...
News Far Cry 5 Destroys Franchise Sales Records
Digital sales surpass 50 per cent
Ubisoft sure knows how to sell video games, with Far Cry 5 more than doubling the sales of its numbered predecessor to become the fastest selling title in the franchise’s history. New data from the French publisher reveals that more than 50 per cent of the copies were sold digitally through venues such as the...
Poll Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament: Round 2 - Matches 93-96
Ready? Fight!
This is the twenty-fourth week of our Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament, and the final week of Round 2 matches. 128 characters enter, but only one will be crowned champion -- and you decide who that champion will be. If you want to know more about the Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament, be sure to click...
Tuesday3rd Apr 2018
News Spider-Man PS4's Release Date Has Been Decided
Our spider-sense is tingling
Spider-Man’s hotly anticipated PlayStation 4 release date has been decided, according to Game Informer magazine. As part of an exclusive cover story set to run this week and all month online, the popular American publication has confirmed that it’s played the game – and knows its release date. Of course, Sony’s...
News Dragon Ball FighterZ DLC Characters Leaked Through More Datamining
It looks like the rumours were right
Rumours regarding the complete roster of additional Dragon Ball FighterZ characters have been swirling for months now, but it's looking like the title's latest patch all but confirms which characters will be added. YouTube user Mizumi found files that suggest previous leaks were indeed correct, with Fused...
News April 2018's Free PlayStation Plus Games Are Out Now
Road rage
April 2018’s roster of free PlayStation Plus games are available to download now in Europe, with North America set to follow shortly. The free games, in case you missed the announcement, include Mad Max and TrackMania: Turbo on the PlayStation 4. One extra bonus is that PlayStation 3 freebie In Space We Brawl appears to be cross-buy, so...
News Burnout Paradise Remastered Patch Smashes onto PS4 Today
Update: Available now
Criterion Games has revealed on Twitter that a patch for Burnout Paradise Remastered will be barrel rolling its way to PlayStation 4 today. The headline fix will be to the corrupted save files, which seemed to be a pretty widespread issue. Stats in online play will also be addressed, and we're hoping the game's hard crashes...
News Free-to-Play Action MMORPG Tera Is Out Now on PS4
Teraific
Following on from the game's open beta last month, free-to-play MMO Tera has arrived in full on PlayStation 4. Hit up the PlayStation Store and you should find it available to download under new releases. If not, you may have to search for it manually. The download itself is quite hefty weighing in at around 46GB, but seeing as you don't...
News Future Updates to Middle-earth: Shadow of War Will Remove Microtransactions
That orc to please fans
Middle-earth: Shadow of War released about six months ago, and was generally a very good game, but those pesky microtransactions wormed their way in, offering needless new ways to gather orcs for your army. Fortunately, developer Monolith Productions has posted a detailed update on the game's website, going over future plans...
News Spyro the Dragon PS4 Announcement Looks Set to Hatch
Cracking stuff
The world is waiting (to port beg) for Spyro the Dragon’s rumoured remake, and IGN may have received the biggest hint that an announcement is imminent. The site was sent a purple, scaled egg from a mysterious individual named Falcon McBob. Those of you with
Full minute hero
Minit is the adventure game distilled down to its purest and simplest form. Developed by a team of independent developers whose combined credits include Horizon: Zero Dawn, Celeste, and Nuclear Throne, this is a top-down, open world adventure game you play a minute at a time. It doesn't sound like it should work, but it somehow does...
News Fresh Spider-Man PS4 Information Will be Swinging Online Soon
Game Informer's new cover feature revealed
American games publication Game Informer has just announced the cover of its May issue, revealing that Spider-Man is the headline feature in the new mag. Game Informer teases that they've played the game extensively, and know its release date, which could mean an official announcement on that front is just...
News Dark Souls Remastered Cleans Up Nicely on PS4 Pro
But it's nothing amazing
The first footage of Dark Souls Remastered running on the PlayStation 4 Pro has hit the web, and it’s looking perfectly adequate. Running in 4K at 60 frames-per-second on Sony’s supercharged system, the title’s looking tight, with improved lighting and textures pushing it above its PlayStation 3 counterpart. To be...
Game of the Month Top 4 PlayStation Games of March 2018
Cars, guns, jailbreaks, and higgledies
As is usually the case, March was quite a busy month for PlayStation. EA actually decided to remaster a game, Ni no Kuni II finally launched, and the Ubisoft open world factory pumped out another vast adventure packed with enemy camps and hilarious bugs. Needless to say, our internal Game of the Month...
News 2MD: VR Football Looks Down Field This Spring on PSVR
Titanic touchdown
We quite liked virtual reality soccer sim VRFC recently, but we couldn’t help but think that good ol’ gridiron would be a better fit for PlayStation VR. Fortunately, the folks at Truant Pixel got the memo, as it’s lining up 2MD: VR Football for release on Sony’s headset this Spring. Are you ready to become virtual Tom...
Monday2nd Apr 2018
News Detroit: Become Human Will Drop Cyborg Jaws on PS4 Pro
HDR supported on both systems
We’ve been lucky enough to play Detroit: Become Human a handful of times now, and we can confirm that it’s shaping up to be a stunner. And speaking across a couple of GDC panels last month, Quantic Dream has detailed exactly how the title will perform on the standard PlayStation 4, as well as the supercharged PS4...
News UK Sales Charts: Far Cry 5 Is No.1, Biggest UK Launch Week in Franchise's History
Rise up
Far Cry 5 is Ubisoft's latest blockbuster release, and it's doing pretty well for itself so far. It debuts in the top position of the weekly chart, and has enjoyed the biggest launch in Far Cry's history -- in the UK, anyway. We're yet to see if this kind of success holds true elsewhere, but we imagine we'll see a similar story in North...
News Acclaimed Platformer Owlboy Lands on PS4 Next Week
Physical edition later
D-Pad Studio has announced that its celebrated pixel art platformer, Owlboy, is finally heading to PS4. The digital version of the game is due to release on 10th April. The game was first announced for PS4 with a 13th February release date, but it never materialised, and was quietly delayed. The trailer above also includes a...
News Trolls Take Centre Stage in New God of War Gameplay
Don't feed them
God of War is a promising looking PlayStation 4 exclusive, so it’s attracting a fair few trolls in the lead up to release; the good news is that protagonist Kratos knows how to bring them to their knees. Sony’s uploaded some brand new gameplay footage from the forthcoming action adventure, and once again we see a troll fight from...
News PS Plus Duo Bloodborne, Ratchet & Clank Exit Tomorrow
Last chance
This is your last chance to grab PlayStation Plus duo Bloodborne and Ratchet & Clank, as well as the collection of other PlayStation 3 and PS Vita titles that were added to the premium service in March. The titles will be replaced by Mad Max and TrackMania Turbo among others starting tomorrow, so make sure you’ve added the current...
News Walk Through Rainy Woods in The Good Life
First footage of Kickstarter
Photography-themed role-playing game The Good Life is currently seeking funds on Kickstarter, and developer White Owls has released a tech demo video showing off the open world English backdrop, Rainy Woods. This is obviously still early stuff as the project is yet to enter
Sunday1st Apr 2018
Site News Introducing Our Brand New Review Scoring System
Roll up
The topic of reviews and our scoring system comes up an awful lot among the Push Square editorial team. Is an out-of-10 scale still the right way to go? Should we move to a 5-star rating? How can we make scoring games easier for our fleet of reviewers? Do we need scores at the end of our reviews at all? It's something that's needed looking...
