News - 2021, Week 30

Sunday1st Aug 2021

  • Poll Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Games for August 2021?

    Plus or minus?

    Another month, another PS Plus games reveal. August's lineup was actually leaked days before the official announcement, by none other than Sony itself. As such, it feels like people have had additional time to moan and groan about what is, in all fairness, a pretty dull month. Well, at first glance, anyway. So, just to recap,...

  • News Apex Legends Bans Over 2,000 Players, Almost All Are on PS4

    For the cheaters

    Apex Legends has dropped the ban hammer on over 2,000 players – and almost all of them are playing on the PlayStation 4. According to Respawn developer Conor Ford, these bans were issued to players gaming the Ranked Points system in Ranked Play, and also for abusing a matchmaking exploit which effectively allowed high-rank players...

Saturday31st Jul 2021

Friday30th Jul 2021

  • News PS4 Firmware 9.00 Entering Beta Phase, Will Allow You to View PS5 Trophies

    Plus more new features

    Sony's getting its act together with all its system software, isn't it? For PlayStation 5, the company currently has a huge update in beta which will make a large number of changes and improvements. However, PS4 is not to be left out — firmware version 9.00 is now in public beta for participants, and has one or two...

  • News Upcoming PS5 Firmware Will Display Trophy Lists Vertically

    Horizontal Trophies on the way out

    Trophy lists are a bit of a pain on PlayStation 5. When you view a game's Trophies on PS5, they're currently presented in a horizontal lineup, which matches other UI on the system, but isn't a particularly nice experience. The Trophy icon is nice and big, but its description is obscured because of the way the list...

  • Guide Warzone: Best Mac-10 Loadout

    The Mac-10 attachments you need

    What's the best Mac-10 Loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone? The Mac-10 from Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is the best submachine gun in the game at the time of writing, so it's no wonder you want to build the best possible version of it for your Loadout. An absolute powerhouse at close range, it can tear teams to...

  • Guide Warzone: Best FFAR 1 Loadout

    The FFAR 1 attachments you need

    What's the best FFAR 1 Loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone? This particular assault rifle has quickly risen to prominence as the meta is turned on its head following substantial nerfs to one particular weapon. With a very quick fire rate and great iron sights, you'll be picking off enemy teams quicker than ever before...

  • News Horizon Forbidden West Delayed to 2022, Says New Report

    It's probably happening

    Update: Well, it looks like this is probably happening after all. Following on from a rumour outbreak earlier today, Bloomberg's Jason Schreier has weighed in on the situation, reporting that Horizon Forbidden West will indeed be delayed into the first quarter of 2022. The PS5 and PS4 game had been targeting a 2021 release...

  • News McDonald's Stream Week Delayed And Themed PS5 Controller 'No Longer Included'

    Fries and burgers are always with you

    Update 31st July: McDonalds Australia has delayed its stream week due to an issue with promotional materials, as detailed in a statement issued to Press-Start: “Unfortunately, McDonald’s stream week has been postponed and won’t be going ahead this Sunday. We are unable to confirm a new date for the...

  • Guide Warzone: Best Krig 6 Loadout

    The Krig 6 attachments you need

    What's the Best Krig 6 Loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone? Following a series of buffs over the past few months, the Krig 6 has become one of the go-to assault rifles in Warzone. In this Warzone beginner's guide, we're going to reveal the best Krig 6 Loadout, including what attachments to equip. Warzone: Best Krig 6...

  • News PS5 Firmware Update Will Improve Create Mode Functionality

    Let's get creative

    This PlayStation 5 firmware update that's currently in beta testing sure has a lot of enhancements to look forward to. As well as allowing us to upgrade SSD storage, making improvements to the operating system, and displaying Trophy lists the way God intended, PS5's Create functionality is set to receive some nice quality of life...

  • Guide Warzone: Best DMR 14 Loadout

    The DMR 14 attachments you need

    What's the best DMR 14 Loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone? While it has been subject to two waves of nerfs, the rifle in question is still one of the best weapons you can get in the Battle Royale title. As such, it's no wonder you want it to be part of your Loadout if you're trying to win matches. In this Warzone...

  • Guide Warzone Guide: Tips, How to Get Started, and How to Win at Call of Duty Battle Royale

    A comprehensive guide to Call of Duty: Warzone

    Call of Duty: Warzone is a standalone Battle Royale game from publisher Activision, developed and updated by Raven Software. It is heavily linked to both Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, with all three titles featured on the same main menu once launched. Available on...

  • Guide Warzone: Best Fara 83 Loadout

    The Fara 83 attachments you need

    What's the Best Fara 83 Loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone? Another fairly new kid on the block is the Fara 83, an assault rifle that was going underused until some buffs placed it firmly into the current meta. It's now up there with the Krig 6 as one of the best of the best. In this Warzone beginner's guide, we're...

  • Random PS2 Game Boxes Were Nearly Extremely Weird

    Look at this thing

    PlayStation games have always come in pretty ordinary boxes. The PS1 had its CD-like jewel cases, the PS2 kept things standard with a DVD box, PS3 shrunk things a little to match standard Blu-Ray releases, and it's been roughly the same since. Aside from its handheld machines, Sony's consoles have stuck to pretty regular game...

  • Guide Warzone: Best M16 Loadout

    The M16 attachments you need

    What's the best M16 Loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone? This tactical rifle feels like the rising star of Raven Software's Battle Royale title, with many quickly adopting the gun. Its three-round burst really can do the business at medium to long-range, so it's no wonder you're searching for the best attachments this...

  • Guide Warzone: Best C58 Loadout

    The C58 attachments you need

    What's the Best C58 Loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone? Added to the game as a free reward in the Season Four Battlepass, the C58 assault rifle has a fairly low rate of fire compared to others, but the damage and weight of those bullets result in a very fast time to kill. In this Warzone beginner's guide, we're going to...

  • Guide Warzone: Best Kar98k Loadout

    The Kar98k attachments you need

    What's the best Kar98k Loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone? This sniper rifle has quickly emerged as the best single-shot weapon in the game, making it the go-to gun for those who like to pick off enemies at far range. You'll come across a lot of teams using this as their secondary weapon, so if you want to make it a...

  • Guide Warzone: Best MP5 Loadout

    The MP5 attachments you need

    What's the Best MP5 Loadout in Call of Duty: Warzone? An absolute monster in close quarters, the MP5 from Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War accompanies assault rifles perfectly, allowing you to quickly switch to something that shreds if you hear an enemy close by. In this Warzone beginner's guide, we'r

  • News Tales of Arise Fifth Character Trailer Shows Kisara and Her Really Big Shield

    Can't touch this

    It's that time again, Tales of Arise fans. Bandai Namco has released the game's fifth character trailer, which details another key party member. Kisara's the star in this one, a disciplined knight who uses a huge shield and hammer in battle. As you might expect, Kisara can block incoming blows with her massive bulwark, before...

  • Mini Review Cotton Reboot! (PS4) - Spooky Cute-'Em-Up's an Elaborate and Accessible 2D Shooter

    Bless your Cotton shmups

    Even if you're in the middle of a scorching summer, there are games that remind you of other seasons, and with a story that follows Cotton as a broomstick riding witch, PS4 Cotton Reboot! conjures up images of moonlit autumn nights. It's Cotton's sweet tooth, and love of candy wrapped WILLOW, which persuades her over seven...

  • News Sonic Dashes Into Two Point Hospital on PS4 Today with Free Costumes and Decorations

    Sonic scrubs

    Sonic the Hedgehog celebrates his 30th anniversary this year, and what better way to mark the occasion than by spending it in hospital? It might be the blue blur's birthday, but SEGA fans are the ones getting a present. Today, Two Point Hospital has been updated with a bunch of Sonic themed goodies, and they're available for free right...

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