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News - 2020, Week 46
Sunday15th Nov 2020
Weirdness PS5 Controller Ships without Cross Button
As long as Square's there
Here’s a one-of-a-kind DualSense controller: it’s got an upside-down Triangle button in the place of its Cross button. This bizarre manufacturing error was posted to Reddit by the brilliantly named TalentedTortoise. It works without issue – the bottom button still registers as it should – it’s just got the wrong...
News Spider-Man Fan Recreates Into the Spider-Verse Scene in Miles Morales PS5
Leap of faith
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales includes an incredible Into the Spider-Verse suit that not only allows you to dress like the movie protagonist – but it’s also animated like him, too. (Incidentally, you can find all Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales suits and how to unlock them through the link.) An addition
Weirdness There Are a Surprising Number of PS5 Marriage Proposals Taking Place
More reasons to celebrate
When’s the best time to pop the question? Maybe at Christmas, with the pigs in blankets? New Year is always special, right? Or how about the Valentine’s Day cliché? According to Reddit, the PlayStation 5 launch represents the perfect opportunity to get engaged, as there are a significant number of couples celebrating...
News Crypt of the NecroDancer Currently Free on EU PS Store
Dancin'
There are no Zelda songs in this particular version, but Crypt of the NecroDancer is currently free on the European PlayStation Store. Presumably this is an error, as the title is also on sale until 20th November, so we’re going to assume Brace Yourself Games wasn’t intending to give this one away at the moment.
Saturday14th Nov 2020
News PS5 Stock Available at Costco Canada, But It Comes with a TV and All the Accessories
Decent deal if you need everything, though
Costco Canada is flogging PlayStation 5 bundles this week, which include a brand-new 55” Sony 4K television, Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and all the accessory trimmings. For CAD$2,199.99 (USD$1,675.99), you get a PS5, an extra DualSense, a DualSense charging station, a Media Remote, a copy of...
News How Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War's PS4 to PS5 Upgrade Works
The numbers, Mason
PS4 to PS5 upgrades are, in principle, a relatively straight-forward thing: you buy the game on the PlayStation 4 and you get to download the PlayStation 5 version when it’s available. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is making things a little bit more confusing by the way it’s handling things, so we figured we’d browse...
News dbrand Refunds PS5 Skin Pre-Orders Because 'You Assholes' Won't Be Able to Apply Them
"You idiots can't install them correctly"
Here’s an interesting customer relations strategy from renowned console and smartphone skin slinger dbrand: it’s refunding all PlayStation 5 pre-purchases because “you assholes” won’t be able to apply them properly. In an alarmingly candid Reddit post, the company explained that it has “no...
News Telling the Difference Between PS5 and PS4 Games Is Next-Gen's Toughest Puzzle
Version aversion
Forget your hall-of-fame puzzle games like The Witness, because telling the difference between PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 titles may very well be next-gen’s greatest conundrum. First, we’ve got to sympathise with Sony a little bit here: this was never going to be an easy problem to solve. There are tons of titles on the...
News All Earbuds with Microphones Now Work Fully on PS5
Sound
If you’ve got a pair of earbuds with a microphone designed for an older Apple product, then it’s worth pointing out that you can now use them for voice chat when plugging them into a PlayStation 5 controller. When plugged into the DualShock 4, these types of earphones could previously only receive sound, but now you can use their...
News Astro's Playroom GPU Jungle Lyrics, Because Someone Had to Post Them
Synthesise and rasterise immaterial things
It’s been going around our brain for about two weeks now, and we shouldn’t have to suffer alone. Astro’s Playroom has quite possibly the most addictive song since friggin’ Sweet Like Chocolate, as GPU Jungle is an earworm of apocalyptic magnitude. If, like us, you’ve been sitting there all day...
But the rest of Black Ops Cold War does
PlayStation 5 backwards compatibility can bring some stunning improvements to PlayStation 4 games, as the likes of Days Gone and Ghost of Tsushima demonstrate. However, one thing we learned with Rocket League this week, is that developers need to port their games to Sony’s next-gen console in order to get...
News Madden NFL 21 PS5 Trophies Emerge, And EA Sports Couldn't Even Update the Icon
Sacked
You’ve just got to laugh, haven’t you? Madden NFL 21 has completely missed the PlayStation 5’s launch after the PlayStation 4 version secured Metacritic’s worst ever user score, and despite being due out on 4th December, we’re yet to see it in action. Well, now the Trophies have rolled out on Sony??
News Call of Duty Loads in Seconds on PS5, But You Have to Wait for Everyone Else
Cross-platform woes
Cross-platform play is cool and all, until you realise you have an ultra-fast SSD and the people you’re playing with don’t. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War reveals a problem that we’d anticipated prior to launch: you’ll never see any speed advantages in multiplayer, because the game will always be held back by the lowest...
News This Is How Easy PS5 Activity Cards Make Playing Your Games
Jump in
One of the coolest features of the PlayStation 5 is the implementation of the Activity Cards, and how they allow you to almost immediately load into missions, levels, or time trials. In this one minute video clip uploaded by Josh Read and shared on ResetEra, he gives an effective demonstration of the feature in action. So, what do we see...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 350
America joins the next-gen party
It’s our first post-PlayStation 5 WAYP, but spare a thought for our European readers, who still have an additional week to wait. While many of you dig into Demon’s Souls and Astro’s Playroom, there are dozens of others who will be giving their PlayStation 4 one last workout this weekend. The true, big...
Friday13th Nov 2020
News Maybe Don't Put Your PS5 in Rest Mode While Playing Spider-Man Remastered
Insomniac Games investigating
Update: Insomniac Games' James Stevenson has confirmed that the developer is looking into this issue, so hopefully it will all be cleaned up over the coming days: Original Story: As reported overnight, there are definitely some glitches in the PlayStation 5’s system software which are causing issues. While we’ve...
News PS5 Coil Whine Becomes a Concern for Some Early Adopters
Sound the alarm
As we stated in our PS5 review, the PlayStation 5 is a quiet console. We were hesitant to use the world “silent” because, like most consumer electronics, there’s still an element of operational noise that is audible if you really listen for it. Outside of spinning discs, we’ve noticed some ambient volume from our system when...
News Here's Why Rocket League Can't Run at 120FPS on PS5
Psyonix explains lack of performance mode on PS5
Update 13/11/20: Psyonix has responded to our request for comment on Rocket League's differences between PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. To recap, the game runs on PS5 just as it does on PS4 Pro — checkerboard 4K, at 60 frames-per-second — while on Microsoft's machines, there will be an update allowing...
Guide Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War: How to Stop the PS4 Controller From Disconnecting
Why does the PS4 controller stop working in Black Ops Cold War?
How do you stop the PS4 controller from disconnecting in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War? If you're playing Treyarch's latest game on PlayStation 4 right now, there's a possibility you'll encounter a bug during the campaign that disconnects your PS4 pad from the system, meaning you can...
News Spider-Man Remastered Pokes Fun at GoldenEye 64 Boat People
Did you miss us?
God bless, Insomniac Games. Not only has it given us two incredible PlayStation 5 launch games as part of the Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition, but it knows how to poke fun at itself. Back when Marvel’s Spider-Man released on the PlayStation 4, IGN had a laugh with the title’s “boat people”, who...
News Some PS5 Owners Are Experiencing Rebuild Database, External HDD Woes
Growing pains
No new hardware launch is complete without a few bumps along the way, and there do appear to be some software corruption issues with the PlayStation 5 right now. While the vast majority of systems appear to be recovering just fine, sadly there are a few reports of units being sent to the Sony graveyard, but there’s obviously no...
News Sony Includes Exclusive PS5 Avatars with PlayStation Direct Pre-Orders
Sweetening the deal
If you purchased your PlayStation 5 from Sony’s own PlayStation Direct store, then you may have found a little extra attached to your next-gen console. Sony sent out a thank you note signed by bigwig Jim Ryan, appreciating customers’ support. However, the company attached a PlayStation Network code to the printed message,...
News GTA Online Tempting Players Back with Free GTA $1 Million Cash Injection
Rockstar wants to keep you away from those PS5 games
Perhaps recognising that its playerbase may temporarily see a dip this week with the release of new consoles, Rockstar has gone crazy with this week’s GTA Online update, promising an injection of GTA$1 million just for logging in. All you need to do is join a multiplayer lobby before 18th...
News Demon's Souls PS5's First Review Pours on the Praise
Scintillating remake
It’s good, folks! Oh, it’s bleak, decrepit, and macabre – but it’s so good. No surprise, then, that critics are already heaping praise on Bluepoint’s wonderful reimagining of Demon’s Souls! It’s still far too early for us to provide our verdict on this reimagined cult classic just yet, but we’re compiling an epic...
Soapbox PS Plus Collection Isn't PS5 Game Pass, But Its Value Shouldn't Be Ignored
The generation's best, on demand
I feel like the value of PlayStation Plus has been overlooked of late. Sony’s membership service is still, by orders of magnitude, the most popular subscription service in games – but obviously the advent of Microsoft’s own Xbox Game Pass appears to have chipped away at its worth. While they’re not directly...
News Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Video Demonstrates PS5 Controller's Transformative Triggers
Rat-a-tat
Many of our American readers will have already played with the DualSense, so you’ll have a good idea what it’s all about. For the rest of you, though, perhaps you’re still pondering what difference the PlayStation 5’s innovative new pad makes. Leave it to a 37-second YouTube video filmed on a smartphone camera to get the point...
News Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Lets You Delete Modes You're Not Playing on PS5
Save some space
We’ve all had a bit of time to accept that storage space management is very much a thing on the PlayStation 5, but now it’s down to both the platform holder and publishers to ensure we have the tools we need to better manage the content on our console. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War has a really interesting solution: you can...
News The Nioh Collection Remasters Both Games for PS5, Coming February 2021
Free upgrades included
Nioh and Nioh 2 will be making their way to PlayStation 5 on 5th February 2021 by way of The Nioh Collection that remasters both titles with 4K support and up to 120 frames-per-second. Each game will be bundled with all of its DLC and owners of the second entry in the series will be able to get a free upgrade. Each remaster...
Guide New PS5, PS4 Games This Week (9th November to 15th November)
PS5! Miles Morales! Assassin's Creed! Yakuza!
What new PS5 and PS4 games are releasing in physical retailers and as part of the PlayStation Store update this week? With the PlayStation 5 launching in the United States, this is an absolutely colossal week for new releases. All we'll say is: god bless your bank balance. For a full list of all new PS5...
News This PS5 Promo from Travis Scott Must Be Seen to Be Believed
Quite the journey
Sony loves to get fancy with its console unboxing videos, but when it was teased that Travis Scott would be involved in the unveiling of the PlayStation 5, it was obvious something rather unique was coming. And boy is it. This 10-minute video is a journey through Travis' first encounter with the PS5 out in a desert as he activates...
News The New York Stock Exchange Celebrated the PS5 Launch, And It Was Weird
Bell end
Of all the unusual marketing promotions that have occurred this week, we never expected to see Sony sponsor the New York Stock Exchange’s closing bell. But that’s exactly what it did, as Horizon Forbidden West protagonist Aloy sounded the alarm to signal the end of today’s trading. Bizarrely, she wasn’t alone, as a man dressed as...
News Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Takes Photo Mode to the Next Level
New trailer shows it off
A strange by-product of PlayStation 4's Share button was the introduction of photo mode to many of your favourite games. Nowadays, a lot of high profile titles launch with the feature, allowing you to take some stunning stills as you play and share them with the world. Sony's first party teams have been the real champions of...
News PS5 Transforms Autolog into a System Feature
Social gaming is now part of the console
Autolog very much changed the space of social gaming when it debuted in Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit all the way back in 2010, and it’s something EA celebrated with its recent PlayStation 4 remaster. With the PlayStation 5, however, Sony has transformed it into a system-level feature – as we’re beginning...
News Cyberpunk 2077 Confirms Fifth Night City Wire Stream for Thursday
Johnny Silverhand and music to feature
CD Projekt Red will be back with a fifth Cyberpunk 2077 livestream on Thursday 19th November 2020. The Night City Wire showcase will focus on Keanu Reeves' character named Johnny Silverhand, some of the music you'll find within Night City, and much more. The game's Twitter account also teases that "it's going...
News Untitled Goose Game Invades Fall Guys with New Costumes, Emotes
Honk!
Here's a crossover we weren't expecting but, now we think of it, totally makes sense. Fall Guys and Untitled Goose Game are two titles that have both achieved viral hit status, so it's only natural they join forces in some way. A trio of costumes from House House's smash hit indie game have been added into the 60-player party title. As you...
News PS5 Product Placement Is Strong in Lil Nas X's New Music Video
Toy factory
American sensation Lil Nas X is signed to Columbia Records, so you know what that means: spot the Sony product placement in his new music video time! Unsurprisingly, the PlayStation 5 features pretty prominently in the Christmas-themed promo, as we see the rapper managing a toy factory with a ton of consoles on the production line...
News October 2020 NPD: FIFA 21 Scores First-Ever US Number One
Back of the net
The football you play with your feet beat out the football you play with your hands in the October 2020 NPD sales charts for the United States, as Nintendo’s record-breaking year quietly trundled along. The vast majority of the games in the latest US report belong to the Switch, but despite a disappointing critical response, EA...
Thursday12th Nov 2020
Guide Astro's Playroom: GPU Jungle - All Collectibles: Artefacts, Puzzle Pieces
Charted
Where do you find the Artefacts and Puzzle Pieces in the GPU Jungle world of Astro's Playroom? This is the jungle-themed area that you'll visit, and is divided up into four different levels. In total, there are 9 Artefacts and 16 Puzzle Pieces for you to collect here. As part of our Astro's Playroom guide, we're going to reveal the location...
Guide Astro's Playroom: SSD Speedway - All Collectibles: Artefacts, Puzzle Pieces
Omega booster!
Where do you find the Artefacts and Puzzle Pieces in the SSD Speedway world of Astro's Playroom? This is the futuristic racetrack area that you'll visit, and is divided up into four different levels. In total, there are 9 Artefacts and 16 Puzzle Pieces for you to collect here. As part of our Astro's Playroom guide, we're going to...
Guide Astro's Playroom: Cooling Springs - All Collectibles: Artefacts, Puzzle Pieces
Cool hoarder
Where do you find the Artefacts and Puzzle Pieces in the Cooling Springs world of Astro's Playroom? This is the ice-themed area that you'll visit, and is divided up into four different levels. In total, there are 9 Artefacts and 16 Puzzle Pieces for you to collect here. As part of our Astro's Playroom guide, we're going to reveal the...
Guide Astro's Playroom: All Trophies and How to Unlock the Platinum
You've only done everything
As part of our Astro's Playroom guide, we're going to reveal all Astro's Playroom Trophies and how to unlock the Platinum. There are a total of 43 Trophies to unlock, with an additional 3 Trophies kept separate as Add On Trophies. It's worth noting that despite these additional Trophies being listed as an Add On, you...
Guide Can You Use a PS5 Controller on PS4?
Will DualSense work with PlayStation 4?
Can you use a PS5 controller on PS4? We've already answered whether you can use a PS4 controller on PS5, but what about the other way around? Will the DualSense work with the PlayStation 4? As part of our PS5 guide, we're going to reveal whether you can use Sony's brand new pad on your current-gen console. For...
Guide Astro's Playroom: Memory Meadow - All Collectibles: Artefacts, Puzzle Pieces
Ico-nic
Where do you find the Artefacts and Puzzle Pieces in the Memory Meadow world of Astro's Playroom? This is the PSone-themed area that you'll visit, and is divided up into four different levels. In total, there are 9 Artefacts and 16 Puzzle Pieces for you to collect here. As part of our Astro's Playroom guide, we're going to reveal the...
Guide How to Use an External Hard Drive on PS5
Expanding your PlayStation 5 storage capacity
How do you use an external HDD on PS5? You're almost certainly going to want to connect some kind of external storage device to your PlayStation 5, as its SSD is quite small (See Also: PS5 SSD: How Much Storage Space Does It Have?). It's worth noting that while you can use an external HDD for backwards...
Guide Astro's Playroom: All Puzzle Pieces Locations
A grand tour
How do you find all the Puzzle Pieces in Astro's Playroom? Puzzle Pieces are computer chip-themed jigsaw pieces that help to create murals in the PlayStation Labo world once you've collected them. You'll primarily find them in secret areas, although some are easier to locate than others. In this
Guide Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales: How to Pay Respects to a Legend in Upper West Side
Best fries in town
How do you pay respects to a legend in Upper West Side in Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales? In order to unlock the Best Fries in Town Trophy, you'll need to find this tribute to iconic person. As part of our Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales guide, we're goi
Guide Demon's Souls: How Does Multiplayer and Online Play Work?
Jolly cooperation
How do you play with friends in Demon's Souls? Is it multiplayer? It's a bit unclear from the outset how the online functionality works in Demon's Souls and it wastes no time explaining itself. We're here to answer your questions in this Demon's Souls guide and shed some light on how the online functionality works. Playing...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Rescue Yuria the Witch
Witch in the Tower
Where is Yuria the Witch and how do you rescue her? Yuria is, ironically enough, one of the kindest characters you'll come across Demon's Souls. Getting the Witch in the Tower Trophy for freeing her only further sweetens the deal. She'll also be able to teach you some spells of the shadier variety back in The Nexus once she's...
Guide Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales: How to Pay Respects at Jefferson Davis' Grave in Harlem
Never give up
How do you pay respects at Jefferson Davis' grave in Harlem in Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales? In order to unlock the Never Give Up Trophy, you'll need to find the resting place of Jefferson Davis. As part of our Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales guide
Guide How to Remove Other Storage Space from PS5
Reducing the space reserved on your PlayStation 5
How do you remove Other storage space from PS5? If you've just got your spangly new PlayStation 5 and started installing games on your SSD, you may be bemused by the appearance of the Other files eating into your SSD's available storage space. What is Other storage space and how do you get rid of it?...
Guide Demon's Souls: All Trophies and How to Unlock the Platinum
A walkthrough for all the Trophies in Demon's Souls
This Demon's Souls Trophy roadmap will illuminate how to go about getting the Platinum Trophy in what is the PS5's premiere exclusive, Demon's Souls. As a part of our Demon's Souls Guide, we're going to break down each trophy in Demon's Souls, how to unlock each one, and what steps you should take...
Guide Astro's Playroom: CPU Plaza - All Collectibles: Puzzle Pieces
One down, lots more to go
Where do you find the Puzzle Pieces in the CPU Plaza world of Astro's Playroom? This is the initial area that you'll visit, and serves as an interactive hub for the rest of the release's worlds. In total, there are 4 Puzzle Pieces for you to collect here. As part of our Astro's Playroom guide, we're going to reveal the...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Rescue Sage Freke
A Dash of Sage
Where is Sage Freke and how do you rescue him? Not only is he necessary to learning some of the most useful spells in Demon's Souls, but freeing him will also get you the A Dash of Sage Trophy on top of it. As part of our Demon's Souls guide, we'll tell you where to find him and how to rescue him. Finding and Rescuing Sage Freke:...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Tower Knight Boss
Tower Knight's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you...
News More PS5 Consoles Will Be Available Before and After Christmas
The assurance of Jim Ryan
For all the marketing put behind the launch of the PlayStation 5, some parts of the internet consider it rather in vain since actually getting your hands on one starting today without a pre-order is a pretty tall order. While some outlets will have a limited number of consoles to sell, the next-gen system is effectively...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Kill the Blue Dragon
Yellow-Eyes Blue Dragon
How do you defeat Blue Dragon? The Demon's Souls remake is here and so are we to try and help you along the way with our Demon's Souls guide. While it might not be a fully-fledged boss, it's still possible to bring down the Blue Dragon, and we're here to tell you how. How to Kill the Blue Dragon in Demon's Souls: Boy does...
Guide Demon's Souls: What Is World Tendency?
Grab some popcorn for this one
What's World Tendency? How the heck does World Tendency work? Tendency is undeniably the most cryptic and eclectic thing in Demon's Souls. If you're just stumbling upon this during a casual Demon's Souls playthrough and feeling overwhelmed, that's okay. You can completely ignore World Tendency and still make it through...
Guide Astro's Playroom: All Artefacts Locations
Dude Raider
How do you find all the Artefacts in Astro's Playroom? Artefacts are historical PlayStation items or peripherals that get stored in the PlayStation Labo world once you've collected them. You'll primarily find them in golden crates, although there are exceptions to this rule. In this Astro's Playroom guide
Guide How to Remote Play the PS5
Play your PS5 games anywhere remotely
How do you Remote Play the PS5? Sony's Remote Play feature allows you to play your PlayStation 5 games on a different device, like a PC, smartphone, and PlayStation 4. This works using streaming technology, bouncing a video signal from your PS5 console over the Internet. As part of our PS5 guide, we're going to...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Dragon God Boss
Dragon God's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Armor Spider Boss
Armor Spider's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you...
Guide How to Enable PS5 Game Boost
Making the most of your PS4 games on PS5
How do you enable PS5 Game Boost? When you're playing PS4 backwards compatible games on your next-gen console, you may be wondering how to enable PS5 Game Boost so you get the best possible experience. On PS4 Pro, for compatibility reasons, Boost Mode was an optional toggle. So, how do you turn on PS5 Game...
Guide Demon's Souls: What are Soul Form and Human Form?
Become human
What is Soul Form? What about Human Form? There's a lot going on in Demon's Souls that it doesn't really care to explain to you, but that's precisely where we come in! We're here with our Demon's Souls guide to bring you up to speed on how Human and Soul Form work and why they're important. Demon's Souls: Soul Form: After finishing...
Guide Demon's Souls: Where to Find Biorr
Brother-in-Arms
How do you find and free Biorr in Demon's Souls? We'll answer that exact question as part of our Demon's Souls guide. There are a number of helpful NPC's in Demon's Souls, and Biorr is one of them. If you liberate Biorr from his holding cell, he'll assist you with the Penetrator fight which is vital for the Brothers-in-Arms Trophy...
News Dua Lipa Is Coming to FIFA 21 And She Looks Better Than Actual Footballers
New Rules
EA Sports continues to put its priorities in the right place, adding Dua Lipa as an unlockable player in FIFA 21. To be clear, that’s the New Rules singer and not some teenage Portuguese superstar that only soccer nerds have heard of. While the publisher’s yet to officially confirm the news, her model was datamined from a new PC patch...
Guide Demon's Souls: Which Class Should You Pick?
Find the best class for you in Demon's Souls
Which class should you pick in Demon's Souls? Class determines your role at the beginning of the game, as well as your starting attributes, equipment, and more. Selecting your class is an important decision, as it will determine your playstyle at the beginning of the game, and also influence the kind of...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Fool's Idol Boss
Fool's Idol Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered...
Guide How to Upgrade PS4 Games to PS5
Upgrading on PS Store and with Blu-ray discs
How do you upgrade PS4 games to PS5? Many games are offering an upgrade path from the PlayStation 4 to the PlayStation 5, meaning you'll get the next-gen version for free if you already own a current-gen copy. You can find a full list of games supporting this through here: PS4 to PS5: All Games with...
News Assassin's Creed Valhalla Commits a Trophy Sin on PS5
No shared list
If you're a passionate Trophy hunter like this scribe, the following story is about to really get on your nerves. Assassin's Creed Valhalla has separate Trophy lists for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions of the game, meaning if you started out on what is now Sony's last-gen console before switching to the brand spanking new...
Guide Astro's Playroom: PlayStation Labo - All Collectibles: Artefacts, Puzzle Pieces
For the Players
Where do you find the Artefacts and Puzzle Pieces in the PlayStation Labo world of Astro's Playroom? This is differs from other areas of the game, as it serves like a kind of collectibles hub. You unlock collectibles using a capsule machine to the north of the level, and in total there are 10 Artefacts and 28 Puzzle Pieces for you to...
Guide How to Enable 3D Audio on PS5
Optimise the sound for your PlayStation 5
How do you enable 3D audio on PS5? 3D audio, and the Tempest Engine, is one of the key new features of the PlayStation 5, allowing you to enjoy deeper immersion in next-gen games. The way it works is by tracking the position of hundreds of individual samples, meaning a rain storm soundscape is made up of...
Guide How to Transfer PS4 Saves to PS5
Moving your save data from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5
How do you transfer PS4 saves to PS5? If you're planning to continue playing your PlayStation 4 games on the PlayStation 5 using backwards compatibility, you may want to move your progress from one console to the other. As part of our PS5 guide, we're going to explain how you can transfer PS4...
Review Assassin's Creed Valhalla (PS4) - Epic Viking Adventure Buckled by Countless Bugs
The Raven still beguiling
Picture the scene: you and your battle-hardened Viking clan are storming a huge Saxon fortress. You've smashed through the main gate, torn your enemies to pieces in the courtyard, and now you're racing towards the central keep. A degenerate king waits inside, surrounded by his finest warriors — but they're not going to...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Adjudicator Boss
Adjudicator's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered...
Guide Demon's Souls: What Happens When You Defeat the Vanguard Tutorial Boss?
Good luck
Can you kill the Vanguard in Demon's Souls? If you're anything like us, you probably quickly died to the Vanguard boss in the opening tutorial and wondered whether or not defeating it was even possible. Turns out it is! We're here to tell you what happens if you do as part of our greater Demon's Souls guide. Demon's Souls: What Happens...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Flamelurker Boss
Flamelurker's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered...
Guide Demon's Souls New Game +: What Carries Over and How to Start New Game +
It never ends
How does New Game + work in Demon's Souls? The Souls games have always had a somewhat unique approach to New Game +, and Demon's Souls is no exception. In this Demon's Souls guide, we'll be doing our best to answer the questions you likely have. Demon's Souls New Game +: What Carries Over: As soon as your New Game + playthrough...
Guide Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales: How Long Does It Take to Beat?
Marvel time
How long does Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales take to beat? There's been a lot of discussion about whether Insomniac Games' superhero romp is a sequel or a spin-off, and many people want to know how long it takes to complete the campaign. As part of our Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales guide, we're going to put a number on how many...
Guide Demon's Souls: Which Starting Gift Should You Pick?
Starting on the right foot
Which starting gift should you pick in Demon's Souls? This is a new addition to the PlayStation 5 game, bringing it more in line with the Dark Souls titles. When choosing a character class, you'll now also be able to pick a starting gift to take on your adventure with you. You'll find many of these items as you play...
News PS Plus Collection Games Can Be Played on PS4 via PS5 Workaround
Easily redeemable
We don't really know why you would ever want to do this, but the backwards-compatible PlayStation 4 games that make up the PlayStation 5's PS Plus Collection can actually be played on the older console. This is thanks to a workaround which sees you redeem those select titles on your PS5, thus making them playable on your PS4 too...
Guide Demon's Souls: What Is Character Tendency?
Come to the dark side
What is Character Tendency and how does it work? Character Tendency is second only to World Tendency when it comes to the most complicated concepts in Demon's Souls. We're here to tell you how it works as part of our Demon's Souls guide that aims to bring you up to speed and make an avid Demon slayer out of you in no time...
Guide How to Remove the Screw Plug from PS5
Attaching the stand to your PlayStation 5
How do you remove the screw plug from the PS5? Whichever position you plan to place your PlayStation 5, you’ll need to connect it to the base included in the box. If you’re hoping to place it vertically, then you’ll need to remove a screw plug from the bottom of the console. As part of our PS5 guide,...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Maiden Astraea Boss
Maiden Astraea's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Phalanx Boss
Phalanx's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered by...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Penetrator Boss
Penetrator's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered...
Guide Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales: How Many Main Missions Are There?
A full list
How many main missions are there in Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales? While there are tons of side-activities to complete in Insomniac Games' superhero spin-off, you may be wondering how close you are to the conclusion by considering how many main missions you've completed. As part of our Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales guide, we're...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Maneater Boss
Maneater's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered by...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Rescue Saint Urbain
Umbasa
Where is Saint Urbain and how do you rescue him? Saint Urbain is especially useful as freeing him will grant you access to the most helpful Miracles in Demon's Souls. Rescuing him isn't too difficult, and doing so will get you the Umbasa Trophy to sweeten the deal. As part of our Demon's Souls guide, we'll tell you where to find him and how...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Old Monk Boss
Old Monk's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered by...
News Sony Hosts Spectacular Light Show at Headquarters to Celebrate PS5 Launch
Illuminating
Update: Sony's released a short of the flashy light show currently on display at its San Mateo headquarters. You can watch that below: Wonder what the electricity bill for all of this looks like? Original Story: Sony has prepared a spectacular light show at its headquarters to mark the launch of the PlayStation 5 in the United...
Guide Demon's Souls: How Long Does It Take to Beat?
More sprawling journey than short jaunt
How long does it take to finish Demon's Souls? Since the bulk of this remake is very faithful to the 2009 original, your results may vary depending on how much memory you have of the game's enemies and stages. We're here to provide you an estimate for the average player who likely hasn't touched the original...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Storm King Boss
Stork King's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered...
Guide Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales: How Much Storage Space Does It Take Up on PS5?
The magic number
How much storage space to Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales take up on PS5? You may be wondering just how many GB Insomniac Games' superhero spin-off uses on the PlayStation 5, and as part of our Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales guide we're going to reveal all. Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales: How Much Storage Space Does It...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Old Hero Boss
Old Hero's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered by...
News Dreams Is Backwards Compatible on PS5, Creations Will Get Performance Boost
Dream big
This is a bit of an obvious point, but Media Molecule's Dreams will of course be backwards compatible on PlayStation 5. It's very good news, as the make-anything create 'em up thrives on community engagement, so it only makes sense to have the game be accessible on the new hardware. The news comes from Media Molecule itself, but the...
Guide How to Turn Off Trophy Videos on PS5
Disable all Trophy videos on PlayStation 5
How do you turn off Trophy videos on PS5? You may notice when playing your PlayStation 5 that as soon as you unlock a Trophy on the console, it'll record a short video of you collecting it. While this is a cool novelty at first, these clips quickly add up, wasting precious PS5 storage space. As part of our...
Guide Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales: All Suits and How to Unlock Them
Dressed to impress
What are all Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales suits and how do you unlock them? Dressing up is a huge part of the superhero series, and developer Insomniac Games has outdone itself with Miles Morales' roster of costumes. As part of our Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales guide we're going to list all suits and how to unlock them...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the False King Boss
False King's Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered...
News A Bunch of Free Costumes for Sackboy: A Big Adventure Are Available Now
Free DLC outfits up for grabs
Sackboy: A Big Adventure is unlike the LittleBigPlanet games in that there's no creation mode, but there are still some similarities. For example, the character's love of dressing up remains intact, as the new game features loads of new outfits for you to discover. However, did you know you can snag some more costumes...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Leechmonger Boss
Leechmonger's trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you covered...
Guide Astro's Playroom: How Long Does It Take to Beat?
Astro hours
How long does Astro's Playroom take to beat? The free PlayStation 5 pack-in is probably the first game you'll play on your spangly next-gen console, but how long does it take to finish? In this Astro's Playroom guide, we're going to reveal how many hours you'll be spending with Japan Studio's cutesy PS5 platformer. How Long Does It Take...
Talking Point What Are Your First Impressions of PS5?
How's your first day with PS5?
We did it, everyone! PlayStation 5 has finally arrived after months of waiting, a slow trickle of news, and more rumours and false info than we can recall. We can at last shut out all the noise and celebrate: PS5 is here. Those lucky enough to secure a PS5 pre-order will be opening up those boxes, setting up their...
News PlayStation Boss Jim Ryan Thanks Fans As PS5 Launches
"We created PS5 for you"
Sony bigwig Jim Ryan had one message for fans as the PlayStation 5 launched in the United States today: thank you. Presumably that has little to do with the bumper bonuses he’s about to pocket once the console inevitably breaks sales records, and more to do with the fact that he appreciates every single one of you...
Guide Astro's Playroom: Can You Delete It?
Removing the robot
Can you delete Astro's Playroom from your PS5? With the PlayStation 5's available storage space coming at a premium, you may want to delete this bright and breezy platformer once you've beaten it. As part of our Astro's Playroom guide, we're going to reveal whether you can remove the game from your SSD. For more information, refer...
News Sony Spices Up Social Media with Twitter Like Button Takeover
Likey, likey
This is surely a Twitter first? Sony has taken over social media for the launch of the PlayStation 5, and as a result, any message that you like which contains the #PS5 hashtag will see the traditional heart shape transform into a DualSense right in front of your very eyes. Go on, give it a go: Naturally, this is going to drive huge...
Guide Demon's Souls: How to Beat the Dirty Colossus Boss
Dirty Colossus' Trophy guide
The Demon bosses in Demon's Souls are the hardest and most stressful part of the whole affair. Filling up on souls in the stage prior only to have to prove yourself against a giant enemy with a massive health bar to match is almost always a daunting task. But don't worry, in this Demon's Souls guide we'll have you...
Reminder Bugsnax Is Now Available to PS Plus Members on PS5
Add it to your library now
The very first PlayStation Plus game on PS5 is the one and only Bugsnax. Developer Young Horses has followed up Octodad: Dadliest Catch with this bizarre adventure, in which your main aim is to catch half bug, half snack creatures. It joins PS4 titles Middle-earth: Shadow of War and Hollow Knight as part of PS Plus for...
News Bethesda Pegs PS5's Deathloop for 21st May
Groundhog day
Update: As rumoured earlier in the week, Bethesda has now attached a 21st May release date to Deathloop on the PS5. One important detail, the base game will be $59.99/£59.99, so the publisher is not charging next-gen tax just yet. Original Story: Deathloop, the ambitious time-based first-person adventure from Dishonored developer...
Guide How to Mute PS5's Microphone
How to turn off your PS5's mic
How do you mute PS5's microphone? You may not know this but the DualSense, the PS5's controller, comes with a microphone included as part of the pad. This means that, if you're playing a multiplayer game like Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, you may find that others can hear you without you realising it. As part of...
Out Today PS5, Sony's Biggest and Most Powerful Console
Play Has No Limits
After a truly unique year, PlayStation 5 is available right now and shipping to homes across select territories. Everyone else will be able to join in the fun a week later on 19th November 2020. And it still feels surreal to even say that. With an ongoing global pandemic, months of uncertainty and silence from the Japanese giant,...
News Ghost of Tsushima Sales Exceed Five Million in Just Four Months
New IP just gets better
Blimey, Ghost of Tsushima has done rather well for itself, hasn't it? The new IP from InFAMOUS developer Sucker Punch Productions has now sold more than five million copies worldwide since its PlayStation 4 launch back in July. This puts it on track to compete with Horizon Zero Dawn, which topped 7.6 million sales in its...
News Demon's Souls Gets One Last Trailer as PS5 Launches
So the world might be mended
PlayStation 5 has launched in North America and other territories today, and one of its key games out of the gate is Demon's Souls. Coming from Bluepoint Games, this is a full-blown remake of the PS3 classic, and it's never looked any less than fantastic. With PS5 finally in (some) people's hands, what better time than...
Guide Astro's Playroom: How Much Storage Space Does It Take Up?
SSD hog
How much storage space does Astro's Playroom take up on PS5? You may be curious about the file size of this free platformer, especially with PlayStation 5 having a relatively small SSD. As part of our Astro's Playroom guide, we're going to reveal how storage space it requires. For more information, refer to the following: Astro's Playroom:...
News Sackboy Is Going On a Big Adventure In This PS5 Launch Trailer
Play time
PlayStation 5 is here, and so is Sackboy: A Big Adventure. The new game starring the miniature hero launches today on both PS5 and PS4, and to celebrate, Sony's released this colourful launch trailer. We hear a little of Dawn French's narrator introducing us to Craft World before the big baddy comes to ruin everyone's fun. Sackboy comes...
Wednesday11th Nov 2020
News Call of Duty Fans Aren't Pleased with the Black Ops Cold War Map Count
Just eight at launch
Although Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War looks set to be the most content-packed entry in the franchise so far, it appears to have hit a bit of a problem at the final hurdle. The game, out this Friday on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, seemingly contains just eight multiplayer maps at launch. The total does scrape into double...
Guide NBA 2K21: How to Earn VC
Maximise your Virtual Currency income in NBA 2K21
NBA 2K21’s lifeblood is VC (or Virtual Currency), an in-game currency which can be used to purchase upgrades for your MyPlayer, cosmetics such as clothing and shoes, and Player Packs in MyTeam. As it’s such an important part of the game, you’ll want to maximise your earnings potential as much...
Guide NBA 2K21: How Many College Games Are There?
Find out how long you'll be at school in NBA 2K21
How many college games are there in NBA 2K21? After beginning your burgeoning basketball career as a member of the Newark Eagles, you’ll be to enrol at one of 10 college programs: Michigan State, UConn, Florida, Gonzaga, Syracuse, Texas Tech, Oklahoma, UCLA, Villanova University, and West Virginia...
News Final PS Store Sale Before PS5 Has Some Noteworthy PS4 Bargains
Bloodborne! Astro Bot! Civilization!
PlayStation 5 is out tomorrow in the US, but that's not going to stop you from buying what are very soon to be last-gen games cheaper than a McDonald's meal, right? You surely know the drill by now. This latest PlayStation Store sale, which at the time of writing hasn't been detailed on the PlayStation Blog, has...
News The XIII PS4 Remake Looks Like a Massive Disaster
What happened to the art style?
Raise your hand if you forgot that the PlayStation 4 remake of XIII was coming out this week. Now, raise your hand if you forgot it even existed. We're willing to bet a large chunk of you would look pretty silly right now if your boss caught you on webcam via a Zoom call. Yes, the PS4 remake of XIII launched...
News Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered PS5 Gameplay Serves Some Crow
Insane upgrade unveiled
Update: And now have a comparison video of Marvel's Spider-Man from IGN to demonstrate the title's considerable visual upgrade on the PlayStation 5. The lighting is, frankly, outstanding in the next-gen version. Oh, and as for Peter Parker's new face, it's looking pretty good, as this capture from Game Riot demonstrates.
News PS5 Adds Wishlists to PS Store
By popular demand
What can we tell you about the new PlayStation Store? Well, first of all it’s really convenient, because it exists within the system software rather than a separate app. This means that when you use the console’s search function, for example, it’ll bring up options in the PS Store, and when you click those items you’ll be...
Round Up Godfall PS5 Reviews Have Mixed Feelings on Looter Slasher Launch Title
God awful?
The review embargo has lifted on another of PlayStation 5's launch titles, and this time it's the turn of Godfall. We've known about this game for a long time, and now we will finally learn if it's something worth your launch day pennies. Unfortunately, early reviews for Godfall are a little underwhelming. While critics feel the game...
Every must-own PlayStation 5 peripheral
The best PS5 accessories are peripherals that are practically essential for Sony’s next-gen system. While you’ll be able to fully enjoy the PlayStation 5 without any additional purchases, there are some additional items available that will undoubtedly improve your overall experience. As part of our PS5...
News Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered Seemingly Removes Reference to Avengers Game
Too bad
Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered is looking like an extraordinary update to Insomniac Games’ classic PlayStation 4 superhero romp, and not just because its visuals are otherworldly either! No, the biggest upgrade here is the seeming removal of a reference to Marvel’s Avengers. Zing! We’re just kidding, we actually think Crystal...
News The Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Reversible Cover Is Seriously Stylish
Almost as cool as Miles
One perk of continuing to purchase your PlayStation 5 games physically is that you gain access to these super cool reversible box arts. Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, assumedly on both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, sports a different cover on the inside of the case that you can switch to if the official key art...
News Sony Sent PS4 Queue Hero a PS5 Ahead of Launch
Because he can't queue right now
Due to the pandemic, Joey Chiu can’t queue for a PlayStation 5 right now. However, he’ll still be one of the first to enjoy Sony’s next-gen console, as the Japanese giant sent him a system ahead of this week’s launch. Alongside the device, the company included a commemorative plaque, which reads: “First in...
Hands On Sackboy: A Big Adventure Is a Papercraft Marvel on PS5
LittleBigLovely
Geez, this PlayStation 5 launch lineup is getting ridiculous now. Like, we knew it was going to be good, but every single game we play seems to defy expectations. With whimsical platformer Sackboy: A Big Adventure, we were anticipating something light: a bright and breezy co-op romp to break up the bloodshed of Demon’s Souls. Well,...
News PSVR FPS Firewall Zero Hour Boosts Visual Fidelity on PS5
Hacked up
Sony hasn’t delved too deeply into the world of service games, but one of its biggest hits in the arena has been Firewall Zero Hour. The tactical first-person shooter has a very dedicated fanbase, and has been growing regularly since launching a few years ago. Unsurprisingly, then, it’ll be getting some improvements when you play on...
News PS5 Freebie Astro's Playroom Teases More News Soon
What could it be?
Astro’s Playroom is comfortably one of the highlights of the PlayStation 5 launch lineup, and it comes pre-installed on your console, ready to play. If, like us, you’ve already beaten the game, however – you may be wondering if there’s more around the corner to enjoy. Short of confirming anything, creative director Nicolas...
News Immortals Fenyx Rising Is Looking Good In PS5 Gameplay Video
Quality and performance modes confirmed
There's (understandably) a lot of focus on the launch of PlayStation 5 right now. Its slate of launch games is looking very good indeed, but don't forget — just a couple of weeks later, Immortals Fenyx Rising makes its debut. Originally called Gods & Monsters, the open world, Greek mythology adventure...
News Fans Are Marvelling at Spider-Man: Miles Morales' Fast Travel Speeds
Quickest subway ride ever
PlayStation 5 is fast, you already know it – everyone already knows it. But let’s take one more moment to acknowledge the massive quality of life improvements that Sony’s next-gen console is about to bring. Are you ready? This time, with the embargo lifted and the Japanese giant not about to hit us with a DMCA...
News Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Personalises PS5 Haptic Feedback for Every Gun
Very cool stuff
At least at launch, it very much looks like third-party developers will be embracing the unique features of the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller. Adaptive triggers and haptic feedback genuinely sound like big game-changers and those of you in the US will experience them for yourself tomorrow. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is one...
News Destiny 2 Will Run at 120FPS for PvP Multiplayer on PS5
Anotherone.gif
We've got another game to add to the list of PlayStation 5 titles that can run at 120 frames-per-second, or at least part of one. Bungie has confirmed that the Crucible in Destiny 2 will be able to reach the lauded frame rate on the next-gen console, presumably arriving alongside the general PS5 patch on 8th December 2020. For those...
News The Game Awards 2020 Nominees Will Be Announced Next Week
Place your bets
An important moment in the gaming calendar is nearing – and no, we’re not talking about the launch of the PlayStation 5 for once. Geoff Keighley has announced that on Wednesday, 18th November at 12PM ET, the nominees for The Game Awards 2020 will be announced as part of a special livestream. The main event will then get underway...
News Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold Looks Sweaty in FIFA 21 PS5 Screens
It's all kickin' off
The rollout for FIFA 21 on the PlayStation 5 has been downright weird. We would have put money on the game being available day one for Sony’s new system, but it actually won’t release until 4th December. Worse still, we’ve barely seen a second of gameplay from the next-gen upgrade, despite the likes of NBA 2K21 being...
News Watch the Opening 10 Minutes of Godfall in New PS5 Gameplay Video
Time to get slashy
Godfall was the first PlayStation 5 game to be announced, and now it's just a day away. The self-titled looter slasher has steadily grown more promising over the months leading up to PS5's launch, and it looks pretty darn solid in this latest gameplay video. Courtesy of GameSpot, check out the first 10 or so minutes of gameplay...
News Fall Guys Mid-Season Update Adds New Big Fans Level, Hazards, Costumes, and More
Season 2.5 is underway
Yep, Fall Guys is back, this time with a mid-season update that adds a whole bunch of fresh content to the popular party game. Season 2 is about half way through, and to keep players on their toes, developer Mediatonic has introduced a bunch of new stuff. You can see some of it in the new trailer above. The main attraction is...
Tuesday10th Nov 2020
News PS5 Download Speeds Are Definitely Faster Than PS4
A non-scientific test
We have an unremarkable Internet connection, but there’s no denying that the PlayStation 5 downloads games quicker than our PlayStation 4 could ever manage. We’ve been frequently surprised by the speed at which titles have downloaded on our next-gen system, so we decided to put it to the test. We’re using a very basic...
News PS5 Stock Will Be Available Online in the US on 12th November
Round two
While many of you will be eagerly anticipating delivery of your PlayStation 5 this week, spare a thought for the millions of others who’ve been unable to secure a pre-order. Fortunately, it looks like you’ll have the opportunity to order online this coming 12th November, as various retailers have indicated that they’ll be...
News Here's Why DualSense PS5 Controller's Face Buttons Don't Have Their Iconic Colours
Blank slate
Have you wondered why the PlayStation 5's DualSense controller doesn't have the usual blue, red, green, and pink colours on its face buttons? The X, Circle, Triangle, and Square buttons are synonymous with the PlayStation brand, having appeared on every one of Sony's controllers since the very beginning. As well as those famous shapes,...
News NBA 2K21 on PS5 Needs a Minimum 150GB of That Precious SSD
According to the back of the box
One of the biggest problems PlayStation 5 faces is an internal SSD with a limited amount of storage space. Sure, it allows for super fast loading, but it won't take long to fill up the 667GB you have access to. If you plan on playing PS5 games like NBA 2K21, for instance, you won't get too far. One such fan has...
News PS5 Could Add 1440p Support if There Is Enough Demand
Firm prioritising televisions
A small but vocal number of future PlayStation 5 owners have expressed dissatisfaction with the Japanese giant’s decision not to support 1440p monitors natively. Currently, there’s no way to output at the aforementioned resolution, meaning you’ll either see an upscaled 1080p picture or a downscaled 2160p image...
Hands On Planet Coaster Is a Fun PS4 Ride with Bumps Along the Way
Sickener
We were going to bring you a Planet Coaster: Console Edition review today, but we’ve had to settle for the PlayStation 4 version and, frankly, we’re so close to the PlayStation 5’s launch now that we didn’t want to blow our cotton candy early. So, we figured we’d share our hands-on impressions, with a full review to follow...
News Sony's Trotting Out the Celebs Ahead of PS5's Launch
Tons of new Resident Evil 8 gameplay
After months and months of silence which left even us feeling uncharacteristically antsy, Sony has pulled together the PlayStation 5’s marketing campaign right on time, and it’s basically in full-on turbo mode at this point. Example: the platform holder’s trotting out celebrities like Naomi Osaka and...
Random Data Suggests Majority of PS5 Fans Are Planning Days Off for Console Launch
According to new data
This is an interesting little story. Recruitment experts Executives have crunched some data, and apparently, the majority of those getting a PlayStation 5 have taken time off work to celebrate the launch. We wouldn't take this all too seriously, as the data is based on a thread from the PS5 subreddit, but this is still a neat...
Round Up The Pathless Reviews Reveal Another Winner in PS5's Launch Lineup
Right on target
The PlayStation 5 already has a pretty killer launch lineup, so what's one more? The Pathless, from ABZU studio Giant Squid, is getting its first batch of reviews, and it looks like another solid launch game for PS5 owners. The cross-gen sandbox adventure is being praised for its sizeable open world, exhilarating traversal, and...
News PS5's Design Was Originally 'Much Larger' Than the Final Product
"I actually had to shrink it down"
PlayStation 5 is notoriously big. So big, in fact, that people are worried where it'll fit in their homes — it is, after all, the largest home console ever made. It's not the end of the world, of course, and hey, you should count yourself lucky. According to PlayStation's senior art director, it could've been...
News Free-to-Play Sensation Genshin Impact Will Run at 60 Frames-Per-Second on PS5
Update adds new content and optimises for next-gen
Gacha slam-dunk Genshin Impact will run at 60 frames-per-second on the PlayStation 5, courtesy of PS4 backwards compatibility. Chinese developer miYoHo confirmed that it’s “been working to ensure that Genshin Impact will be fully ba
News Overcooked: All You Can Eat Will Let You Literally Feel the Heat with DualSense Features on PS5
Haptic feedback and more detailed
Overcooked: All You Can Eat bundles the two games and all DLC together in one remastered package on PlayStation 5. The collection will be available on the next-gen system from day one, and it sounds like it's really taking advantage of the new hardware. In addition to more detailed levels, 4K support, and 60...
News Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition Launch Trailer Is Maximum Cheese, Maximum Hype
The storm that is approaching
Look, Vergil might be one of the biggest posers in gaming, but damn does he look fun to play in Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition. With the game launching this week on PS5, Capcom's wheeled out the title's launch trailer — and it's everything you'd expect. The music. The combos. Vergil's smug grin. It also throws in...
News Looks Like Codemasters Will Be Acquired by Take-Two
Deal to go through early next year
We knew that talks were taking place between Codemasters and Take-Two, but now it looks like the acquisition will be going through. According to a VGC report, the DIRT 5 developer has reached an agreement with the 2K Games parent, and will be acquired early next year in a deal valued at around £750 million ($98
PlayStation Store Sales Charts FIFA 21 Scores Number One in Europe and North America
The beautiful game
The latest PlayStation Store charts have arrived, this time showing what was popular during the month of October. Surprise surprise, FIFA 21 is top of the PS4 charts in both Europe and North America. The two regions go in different directions after this, though, with Star Wars: Squadrons and Fall Guys taking second place in the US...
Monday9th Nov 2020
News DualSense PS5 Controllers Will Be Available in Black and Other Colours 'In the Future'
Just white for now
Remember when the DualSense controller for PlayStation 5 was revealed? Everyone was so shocked to see its two-tone colour scheme after years of black DualShocks. As it turns out, the PS5 itself echoes the mostly-white design, but of course, not everyone loves the look. In fact, some would much prefer alternate colour options for...
News PS5 Doesn't Have a Web Browser
Ow, the Edge
Unlike both the PlayStation 4 and the PlayStation 3, the PlayStation 5 will not have a web browser. That’s despite our review unit including clear references to a web browser in its Settings menu – either the PlayStation Blog is mistaken about this, or the feature got pulled at the very last minute. Here’s what a massive PS5 FAQ...
News Sony Considered Raising PS5 Game Prices Beyond $70, Says New Report
Get a second job?
Sony has caught a fair bit of flak over the past few months for raising the price of PlayStation 5 titles to $70, but as it turns out, it could have been even worse. According to a new report from Bloomberg reporters Olga Kharif and Takashi Mochizuki, the Japanese giant considered raising the prices of its first-party exclusives...
News PS5 Remote Play App Is Now Available on PS4
Sony adds next-gen remote play out of the blue
Well, we didn't see this coming. As discovered by VGC, Sony has suddenly added a PlayStation 5 remote play app to your PS4's menu. Go on and check, we'll wait. With literally no fanfare whatsoever, the platform holder has dropped PS5 remote play functionality onto PS4. At the time of writing, there's...
News The Last Guardian Runs at 60FPS on PS5, But There's a Catch
Only possible with disc version
PlayStation 5 backwards compatibility has turned out to be a feature much better than what some parts of the internet expected, to the point where it is actively improving PlayStation 4 titles with frame rate improvements and resolution boosts. One such title is The Last Guardian, which along with Assassin's Creed...
Round Up Assassin's Creed Valhalla Reviews Sing Its Praises
Viking it
It's that time again: another Assassin's Creed title is set for release in just a few days. Assassin's Creed Valhalla takes the franchise to the viking era, and the first round of reviews have started invading the web. How are critics feeling about this huge Ubisoft action RPG? Well, it seems the consensus is that, if you're familiar with...
News PS5 Doesn't Support Save Transfers via USB
Get PS Plus or else
It has come to light that PlayStation 5 games aren't the only ones effectively stranded on your internal storage. The next-gen console doesn't allow saves to be transferred onto a USB stick so they can be easily brought over to another console. You will still be able to upload them to cloud storage with a PlayStation Plus...
News PS5 Uses Much Less Power Than PS4 Pro
Energy saver
Good news for the environment and your electricity bill: the PlayStation 5 is much more energy efficient than its immediate predecessor, the PlayStation 4 Pro. According to analysis published by Eurogamer.net, the next-gen system uses as little as 1.3W when in Rest Mode with all of its features enabled, compared to 5W of the PS4 Pro...
Review Bugsnax (PS4) - An Enjoyable Treat That Packs a Unique Flavour
Talkin 'bout Bugsnax
Yes, we've all heard the catchy song, and yes, we've all had a good laugh about that ridiculous game with the food creatures. Bugsnax might have achieved viral status back when it was announced, but we're here to tell you this surreal adventure is more than just a meme. Developer Young Horses has made a proper game that manages...
Mini Review Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin (PS4) - Gorgeous Action RPG with Deep Farming Mechanics
Have a rice day
In Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, you’ll be playing as a young goddess, called Sakuna, who spends her days being lazy and drinking in the home of the gods. After a small mishap involving a fire and some sacred offerings, she ends up being banished to the Isle of Demons and told that she can only return once all the monsters are...
Review Fuser (PS4) - A Bold New Frontier for Rhythm Games
A real banger
Harmonix, through the years, has carved out a huge niche as the head of the rhythm game movement. One of, if not the only constant for music games, Harmonix has created an impressive array of revolutionary titles. Starting with Frequency and Amplitude, running through the Guitar Hero and Rock Band craze, and Audica last year, we now...
News PS5 Launch Trailer Tags Gran Turismo 7, Ratchet & Clank, Returnal for First Half of 2021
Horizon Forbidden West second half
Sony has released a PS5 launch trailer ahead of the next-gen console's release this week (in the US, at least). The video showcases a bunch of PS5 games and it's neatly cut, but the big talking point here is that it gives a number of upcoming exclusives tentative release windows. The trailer tags Gran Turismo 7,...
News You'll Be Able to Transfer Your Marvel's Spider-Man PS4 Save to PS5 After All
Friendly neighbourhood Spider-Men
Proof, perhaps, that making a big ol’ stink on the Internet can work in your favour sometimes: Insomniac Games has announced that it’ll allow you to export your save from Marvel’s Spider-Man on the PlayStation 4 and import it into Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered on the PlayStation 5. Previously, the developer...
News Sony Exploring Ways to Store PS5 Games on External SSD
But not play them
Just in case you didn't already know, PlayStation 5 games cannot be stored on an external SSD at launch. You will only be able to download and play PlayStation 4 titles via a solid-state drive, but Sony has now confirmed it is looking into ways of allowing PS5 games to do the same — at least storing them, anyway. In a big new FAQ...
News PSVR Action Game Blood and Truth Enhanced for PS5 Backwards Compatibility
Higher resolution, frame rate, and more
Some of Sony's first party studios have been busy updating PlayStation 4's exclusives with PS5 in mind. Games like Days Gone, for example, look and play even better on the new system thanks to beefy patches, and it seems like PlayStation VR titles are getting in on the action too. Blood & Truth, the...
News The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes Confirmed for PS5, PS4 with Story Details
Ashley Tisdale stars
It was already a pretty fair assumption to make, but Bandai Namco and Supermassive Games have now confirmed that The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes will indeed be launching on both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 at some point next year. This follows a teaser trailer revealed after the credits of last month's pretty...
News UK Sales Charts: Watch Dogs Legion Slips and Racing Games Fall Behind in Quiet Week for PS4
Next-gen is coming
PlayStation 5 is so close we can taste it, and it seems the UK is reserving its pennies for the next-gen arrival. The latest chart for physical games is largely dominated by Nintendo titles, but we get the feeling that the next couple of weeks will completely transform the top 40. As it stands, FIFA 21 is yet again number one,...
Mini Review Slide Stars (PS4) - You Have to Unlock Holly H
Like, comment, share
We just wanted to play as Holly H really. The gregarious 20-something TikTok-er from Guernsey stars alongside several other influencers in this irreverent Trials-style platformer, but she requires 46 tokens to unlock and we’re rubbish at the game. So, we spent several hours playing as a Hungarian cosplayer, avoiding dynamite...
News Latest PS5 Ad Is All About the Games
New worlds to explore
After Sony failed to highlight a single PlayStation 5 title in its previous western TV advertisement for the upcoming console, the Japanese giant has put out another commercial packed full of them. Of its one minute run time, only the final 10 seconds are used to circle back to the idea of breaking new grounds and flashing the...
News King Oddball, Undead Horde Grab PS5 Versions
Trophy lists reveal releases
Here are two more PlayStation 5 games to look forward to: King Oddball and Undead Horde. Both already released for Sony's current-gen console, publisher 10Tons is seemingly taking advantage of the new system's launch by thrusting two of its titles back into the limelight. Their PS5 ports are all but confirmed by Trophy...
News Spider-Man: Miles Morales Launch Trailer Ushers in the Next Generation
Be greater
Just let it sink in for a moment: Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales is out in three days. Three days! One of Sony's biggest surprises from its Future of Gaming event back in June is marking the start of the PlayStation 5 generation and we've got a big-budget launch trailer to celebrate. Check it out above. This scribe has tried to avoid...
News Canine Co-Op Game Phogs Satisfies Your Hunger in Food World
Coming to PS4 in December
We've actually known about Phogs for quite some time, but it's now less than a month away. It's a game about a duo of dogs named Red and Blue, they're physically linked together, and you'll control both in either single player or co-op. You'll solve puzzles and cause mischief as you explore three themed lands. One of these...
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