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Gallery Ghost of Tsushima Is One of the Best Looking Games We've Ever Played
Island life
Ghost of Tsushima is a truly gorgeous game. The PlayStation 4 exclusive has blown us away time and time again with its beautifully crafted open world, complete with so many vibrant colours and outstanding art direction. It's one of those games where we found ourselves reaching for the Share button every two minutes. As such, we thought...
Poll Did You Buy Ghost of Tsushima?
Greetings, samurai
It's been a busy couple of months for Sony and PlayStation. Not only have we been shown the PlayStation 5 in action, we've been lucky enough to play two stellar PlayStation 4 exclusives: The Last of Us: Part II, and Ghost of Tsushima. The latter has just released on Sony's current-gen console, and as always, we're here to ask...
News Sony: We're Not Going to Open PS5 Pre-Orders at a Moment's Notice
There'll be some warning
In conversation with Geoff Keighley, PlayStation's worldwide head of marketing Eric Lempel commented on the recent panic over PlayStation 5 pre-orders. For those of you who don't know, word somehow got out that Sony was opening pre-orders for its next-gen console -- mostly through Amazon -- which resulted in many an eager...
News Astro's Playroom Demo Showcases PS5 Controller Features
Sound, adaptive triggers, and breathing
Astro's Playroom will come pre-installed on every single PlayStation 5 console Sony sells this holiday season, and it looks to be a game that takes full advantage of the unique capabilities of the next-gen DualSense controller. Summer Game Fest lead Geoff Keighley had the chance to go hands on with both the...
News No, the PS5 DualSense Controller Doesn't Have Buttons on the Back
Confirmed
Does the DualSense controller for PlayStation 5 have back buttons? As we now know, the short answer is an emphatic no. Ever since the PS5 controller was revealed earlier this year, fans have been curious to know whether it would feature paddles or buttons on the rear of the device. Given we've never had a good look at the back of the pad,...
Live Watch the PS5 DualSense Controller Hands On Livestream Right Here
Keighley's thoughts
Summer Game Fest lead Geoff Keighley has been lucky enough to get his hands on a PlayStation 5 DualSense controller, and today he plans to livestream his first thoughts on the pad. We're not entirely sure what this stream will entail, but we expect the man himself will share his feelings on the DualSense's haptic feedback and...
News Ghost of Tsushima Dev Considered Pirates and Rob Roy Before Feudal Japan Setting
The Three Musketeers too
After putting out inFAMOUS: Second Son and its expansion back in 2014, Sucker Punch Productions has been working on its brand new IP for the best part of the entire PlayStation 4 generation. That's a seriously long six years, but it seems to have paid off. Ghost of Tsushima was awarded an impressive 9/10 in the Push Square...
News Ghost of Tsushima's Shockingly Short Load Times Were Originally Even Quicker
That's the long and the short of it
Ghost of Tsushima gets a lot of stuff right, as you can read in our review, but one of the most impressive aspects is actually its loading times. For an open world game, Sucker Punch's latest has unfathomably fast load speeds. Whether you're fast travelling across the map or respawning after taking a fatal blow,...
News PS5 Controller to Get Hands On Showcase Tomorrow
Geoff Keighley has a DualSense
Geoff Keighley’s big Summer Game Fest will continue tomorrow with a first hands on look at the DualSense controller. The popular journalist-turned-presenter has the PlayStation 5 controller, and has been putting it through his paces. Here’s what he wrote on Twitter:
Random This Retailer Had Fun with Its Custom Ghost of Tsushima Box Art
Only in Slovakia, though
Occasionally, retailers will go the extra mile to tempt you to pre-order in their store. It could be the promise of a free sticker or a midnight launch. In Slovakia, however, ProGamingShop has come up with its own custom cover for Ghost of Tsushima – and it’s incredible, as this image attests: The slipcase is free for...
News Xbox Boss Takes More Shots at PS5 Exclusives Saying Fans Won't Be 'Forced' into Next-Gen
Doesn't think players should be locked out
Update: Xbox boss Phil Spencer has continued his assault on Sony and its PlayStation 5 strategy, saying that fans "won't be forced into the next-generation" as Microsoft commits continued support to Xbox One's various permutations. "Unlike others, we believe that your investments in gaming should move with...
News Increased PS5 Production Suggests Sony Expects Greater Demand Than PS4
Is such a thing even possible? Yes, it is
Sony appears to have real confidence in the PlayStation 5, as it’s increased production on the next-gen platform. Previously, the Japanese giant had planned to ship between 5-6 million units by the end of March 2021; it now expects that number to be somewhere in the region of 10 million during the same...
News Oh, Crap! The Uncharted Movie Hasn't Started Filming At All
But Sony hopes to begin soon
Update: Nope, there's still time for the director to leave, as Sony Pictures Entertainment has clarified that filming has not started on the Uncharted movie. Yet. According to a statement sent to Games Radar, the film crew is currently prepping, and the company is "hoping to start soon". Progress, but it's still not...
News Neil Druckmann Explains The Last of Us 2 Deleted Scene at the Farm
Boar killing
Just like pretty much every game ever, not every single scene that was envisioned for The Last of Us: Part II made it into the final version. Voice actor Laura Bailey recently commented on one sequence which explained the relationship with between Abby and WLF leader Isaac, and now Naughty Dog vice-president Neil Druckmann has revealed...
News Ghost of Tsushima Is the Third Western Game to Earn a Famitsu Perfect Score
Samurai sensation
Ghost of Tsushima is based on a historical Japanese setting, and developer Sucker Punch has invested extra effort into representing the backdrop accurately. The Seattle-based team collaborated with Sony’s Japan Studio to work on a full localisation, and you can choose whether to play the title in English or Japanese. In addition,...
Random Don the Ghost of Tsushima's Mask with This Snapchat Filter
Intimidating
Jin Sakai is a devout samurai warrior, but when the Mongols invade his home, he becomes the shadowy Ghost of Tsushima. To protect his identity -- and to intimidate his foes -- Jin wears a fearsome face mask, which we've seen in several trailers now. If you've ever wanted to wear the mask yourself, now's your chance. As demonstrated...
News PS5 Production Reportedly Being Doubled to Meet Demand
10 million units by year end
Sony is increasing its output of PlayStation 5 consoles, according to a new report from Bloomberg. The publication released a report earlier this year which stated Sony would be making fewer PS5 units for launch than it did for PS4. However, this new story suggests the platform holder will in fact be increasing...
Round Up Ghost of Tsushima Reviews Are Sharp As a Samurai's Blade
The scores are in
Reviews for Ghost of Tsushima went live a little earlier today, and it seems Sucker Punch has delivered once again. Verdicts are largely positive for the samurai open world title, which impresses with its gorgeous open world and fluid combat. Between this and The Last of Us 2, Sony is sending off PlayStation 4 in brilliant style...
Guide Where to Buy Ghost of Tsushima
All the options you need
Ghost of Tsushima is available right now – you can read what we think of it in our 9/10 review – but suffice to say it's a fantastic open world adventure. If you're wanting to pick up Sucker Punch's samurai action title, here's a guide featuring all the links you might need to nab your copy. Where to Buy Ghost of...
Review Ghost of Tsushima - One of the Greatest Open World Games of the Generation
Ghost with the most
When the Mongol Empire invaded the Japanese island of Tsushima in 1274, the occupation was nothing short of a massacre. The Mongol army had no reason to respect the island's samurai and their desire for traditional, honourable warfare, and so the natives were quickly and decisively overwhelmed. It was a brutal and bloody chapter...
News PS5 Fans Thought They Were Getting a Price and Release Date Yesterday
Didn't happen
Insanely enthusiastic PlayStation 5 fans drove themselves nuts waiting for a PS5 price and PS5 release date yesterday which never came. Social media sites like Twitter and communities on Reddit were abuzz with speculation after
News Death Stranding PC Is Like a Movie Compared to TV Drama PS4 Version, Says Kojima Productions
A BRIDGES too far
Death Stranding deploys on PC today, and Kojima Productions has been hyping up the re-release in an interview with Geoff Keighley. Speaking as part of the stream, Kojima Productions’ Yoji Shinkawa pointed to the improvements that the developer has made since releasing the title on the PlayStation 4 last year, with wide-screen...
News Ghost of Tsushima Launch Trailer Brings the Hype Ahead of PS4 Release
Blades of glory
We finally made it, everyone. Ghost of Tsushima, the open world samurai action game from Sucker Punch, is out in just a few days. The PlayStation 4 exclusive comes right before PS5 is due to arrive, but it looks like it should be a great way to end the current generation. The game releases this Friday, 17th July, but Sony has gone...
News PS5 Pre-Order Pages Live on Amazon Australia
But currently unavailable
Sony’s yet to confirm specifics regarding PS5 pre-orders, but Amazon Australia is ready to go, having listed a bunch of product pages pertaining to the next-gen console. Unfortunately, the system and its various accessories are listed as ‘Currently Unavailable’, although these are legit listings and could be...
Quiz How Well Do You Know inFAMOUS?
Hero time
Sucker Punch is on the verge of releasing its latest PlayStation exclusive with Ghost of Tsushima, but before that came inFAMOUS. The series started life on PS3, and earned itself a sizeable fan base across three major titles. Do you consider yourself one of these fans? Want to put your knowledge to the test? Here's a quiz that'll do just...
Random Insert Coin Clothing's Latest Collection Focuses on PS5 Exclusive Horizon Forbidden West
Suits you
Insert Coin Clothing has been around for about 10 years, and in that time it's made countless stylish shirts, hoodies, and accessories all about games. For its latest collection of gear, though, the company has taken inspiration from a game that's not even out yet. The brand has today announced an officially licensed line of apparel based...
News Why Yes, We'd Love to Watch Another Badass Japanese Trailer for Ghost of Tsushima
Thanks very much
Ghost of Tsushima is now just one week away, and we're beginning to feel the hype. With pre-load available now for digital pre-orders, Sucker Punch's latest has snuck up on us all like the stealthy ghost it is. If you're in the mood, there's a great new trailer for the game embedded above, courtesy of PlayStation Japan. It's a...
Rumour Black and Red PS5 Console Spotted in Sony Marketing Material
Would you buy one?
Hmmm, what do we make of this, then? Originally posted over on ResetEra, a Sony marketing pamphlet supposedly shows a black and red PlayStation 5 console. The pamphlet itself seems legitimate -- it's marketing that's directed at store employees, and covers various Sony products. The real question is whether the black and red PS5...
News Meet the Adorable, Mocapped Dogs of The Last of Us 2
Good dog
For the most part, it's probably a good idea to avoid dogs in The Last of Us: Part II. Once their owners let them loose, they can quickly catch up to Ellie and rip her throat out. It's a completely different story in real life though. Say hello to the lovely dogs who mocapped for Naughty Dog's latest masterpiece. In the image above, from...
News Ghost of Tsushima PS4 Pre-Load Is Available Now
Get ready, samurai
If you've been itching to get your hands on Ghost of Tsushima, you can now move one step closer to making that a reality. The PlayStation 4 exclusive is now available for pre-load from the PlayStation Store, putting you in prime position for when midnight rolls around on 17th July 2020. Ghost of Tsushima weighs in at 35.37GB at...
News Leyou Technologies Halts Trading Ahead of Possible Sony Takeover
Tencent already in talks
Less than 24 hours after announcing a $250 million cash injection into Fortnite developer Epic Games, Sony may be due another round of business talks. Leyou Technologies, the Hong Kong company that has been linked to a potential acquisition by the Japanese giant,
News After The Last of Us 2's Record Success, Naughty Dog Is Staffing Up for PS5
And it's working on a single player game
The Last of Us: Part II may be on store shelves and a colossal success, but that’s not stopping developer Naughty Dog from turning its attention to the future. The Californian team is currently on a hiring spree, and particular interest must be paid to the role of a Level/Environment Designer which makes...
News Sony Pumps $250 Million into Fortnite Maker Epic Games
Now owns a minority stake in Unreal Engine creator
Sony has invested an eye-watering $250 million into Epic Games, the creators of Fortnite and the Unreal Engine. The transaction makes the Japanese giant a minority shareholder, alongside organisations such as Chinese juggernaut Tencent which purchased a 40 per cent stake in the firm back in 2012...
News Here's Your First Look at Official PS5 Game Box Art
White theme
The first official PlayStation 5 box art has hit the Internet via the PlayStation Blog and it looks absolutely gorgeous. See for yourself: Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales is used to show off a similar layout to PlayStation 4 physical retail boxes, but this time around the packaging dons a white rim on the top and sides. It's...
News Horizon Forbidden West Writer John Gonzalez Exits Guerrilla Games
Lore master
Horizon Forbidden West narrative director John Gonzalez has left Guerrilla Games, moving to a new AAA studio in Barcelona where he’ll be tasked with building an original open world with “a new cadre of like-minded, crazy-ambitious devs”. It’s unclear exactly which team he’s joined, though online scuttlebutt points to Smilegate...
News As Microsoft Looks Poised to Discontinue Xbox One, Sony Has a Huge Opportunity with PS4
Entry levels
This year is all about the PlayStation 5 in enthusiast circles, but Sony’s real Top Trump could yet prove the existing PlayStation 4. Despite comments to the contrary from the manufacturer, rumours are rife tha
News Want Ellie's Guitar from The Last of Us 2 in Real Life? There's a Cost
Face the music
With The Last of Us: Part II, the acoustic guitar has become symbolic of the relationship between Joel and Ellie. Without going into spoiler territory, there are several points in the game where Ellie can pick up this instrument and play, giving you the freedom to pick chords and strum using the controller's touch pad. It's already...
News Get an Inside Look at the Horizon Zero Dawn Comic Book Sequel
Available from 5th August
Horizon Forbidden West might not be launching until 2021 exclusively on PlayStation 5, but that doesn't mean you have to wait until then to find out what happened following the events of the original game. Horizon Zero Dawn is getting a direct sequel in the form of a comic book, and it'll be available to read both...
Talking Point Is the PlayStation Store Starting to Rival Steam Sales?
Crunching data
This morning's PlayStation Store July Savings sale sparked a bit of a discussion in the Push Square Slack channel. Is Sony's digital storefront now at a point where it can consider itself just as good as the legendary Steam sales which PC players have fallen in love with for years? Indeed, as the PlayStation 4 generation has...
PlayStation Store Sales Charts The Last of Us 2 Is June's Most Downloaded PS4 Game
Hardly a surprise
The Last of Us: Part II has been both a critical and commercial success, breaking launch weekend records and absolutely smashing the UK physical charts. It should come as no surprise to learn that it's seen similar momentum digitally. While we don't have any figures, Sony has revealed that Naughty Dog's game was last month's most...
News Ghost of Tsushima's Black and White Mode Has Official Blessing of Akira Kurosawa's Estate
Kurosawa mode
Ghost of Tsushima is Sucker Punch's triple-A love letter to Japanese samurai movies. Set during the Mongol invasion of the titular island, the studio has made it well known that the game is heavily inspired by classic samurai films, particularly those directed by Akira Kurosawa. In fact, the team loves these old flicks so much that...
News Official The Last of Us Podcast Turns Its Attention to The Last of Us 2
Behind the scenes chatter
For several weeks, the Official The Last of Us Podcast has been focused on the original game. Neil Druckmann, Troy Baker, and other key players were brought in to discuss and dissect the first adventure, and it's worth giving these conversations a listen. However, with the latest episode of the podcast, the spotlight has...
News Xbox Is Pushing for Free Next-Gen Upgrades, And That's Good News for PS5
Cross-buy
Sony doesn’t have a fancy marketing slogan for next-gen upgrades from the PlayStation 4 to the PlayStation 5, but practically every third-party title supporting Smart Delivery on Xbox is also offering a similar solution on the Japanese giant’s family of formats. A report by VGC reveals that Microsoft is actively encouraging publishers...
News PlayStation Store July Savings Sale Has Mouth-Watering PS4 Game Deals
Far Cry 3! Resident Evil 7! Ni no Kuni!
It's Wednesday so you probably know what's coming. Yes, another PlayStation Store sale has gone live this morning, giving the sleight of Multiplayer Days discounts some company. We now have the July Savings sale, with its list of deals available through until midnight on 22nd July 2020. As always, let's take a...
News PS Now July 2020 Update Adds Watch Dogs 2, Street Fighter 5, and More
The Turing Test, Infinite Minigolf
Update: The additions of Watch Dogs 2, Street Fighter V, and Hello Neighbor have now been confirmed for both the EU and US PlayStation Now alternatives via the PlayStation Blog. However, that's not all. The Turing Test and Infinite Minigolf have also been added to the service, but Sony has decided not to highlight...
News The Last of Us 2 Could Have Been Open World
Ultimately "didn't make sense"
We're now in a post-The Last of Us 2 world, and fans are still coming to terms with everything that happens throughout the story. Wherever your opinion falls, there's no denying that Naughty Dog's sequel is an incredibly ambitious game, featuring the largest open spaces the studio has made yet. Exploring Seattle as...
News PS Plus July PS4 Games Available to Download Now
Raid some tombs
And so the cycle continues. Sony recently announced the PlayStation Plus lineup for the month of July, and now the month of July is here. Today's the day you can get your hands on the latest complimentary PS Plus titles, and European members can start downloading them right now. The games will roll out in North America in due course...
News inFAMOUS Domain Name Renewal Sparks PS5 Revival Hopes
First light
Sucker Punch recently renewed the domain infamousthegame.com, sparking fresh hope for a return to the superhero series. The developer has been beavering away on Ghost of Tsushima for a large part of the generation, which is finally slated to release next week. However, the inFAMOUS franchise has a small but faithful fanbase, and many of...
Random God of War Is Now Also an Illustrated Story Book
B Is for Boy
God of War is a vast PlayStation 4 game about an epic quest, with drama and bloodshed at every turn. It will soon also be available in the form of a children's book. Titled God of War: B Is for Boy, Santa Monica Studio has worked alongside Insight Editions to produce an illustrated story book based on the adventures of Kratos and...
News Expect Much More PS5 News in the Coming Months
State of Play on the horizon
You didn’t think Sony was done, did you? Obviously last month’s excellent PlayStation 5 showcase was a huge success, but there are still many secrets the manufacturer’s keeping under wraps. For example, we don’t know the PS5’s price or release date, although we do have a growing list of
