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News PS5 Has Less Teraflops Than Xbox Series X, Has 10.28 Teraflops of GPU Power
Box clever
The PlayStation 5 deep dive is happening right now but Eurogamer.net has already posted a full breakdown of the next-gen console's specifications. The standout detail is that the PS5 will come packaged with 10.28 Teraflops of GPU power. With the Xbox Series X coming in at 12 Teraflops, the Team in Green beats out Sony in this regard...
Rumour PS5 Deep Dive Video Is 52 Minutes Long
A full presentation
The incoming PlayStation 5 deep dive video -- which premieres on YouTube in just under two hours at the time of writing -- may be longer than we first thought. If you embed the video onto a site other than YouTube and hit play, you're greeted with a very brief look at the video's length before it snaps back to the premiere...
News PS5 Launch Still on Track for Holiday 2020, Despite Coronavirus
PlayStation 5's release date unaffected so far
Sony is still planning to release the PlayStation 5 at some point during Holiday 2020, despite coronavirus threatening to disrupt its plans. The news comes courtesy of BAAS Amsterdam, the organisation responsible for handling public relations for Sony Interactive Entertainment Benelux. Apparently, a...
News Twitter Isn't Too Happy About This Clip of The Last of Us 2 Gameplay
Bloody hellie
Yesterday, developer Naughty Dog posted what seemed like a pretty innocuous tweet about its upcoming PlayStation 4 exclusive, The Last of Us: Part II. In said tweet, the studio talks about Ellie's more agile gameplay, with the ability to reach more areas and overcome more obstacles than Joel in the first game. It's something we already...
News PS5 Is 'Awesome' and 'The Most Exciting Hardware in 20 Years'
High praise ahead of deep dive
Now that Sony has officially announced that we'll be getting PlayStation 5 information tomorrow (the 17th March at the time of writing), some juicy quotes are beginning to pop up online as the hype train leaves the station. On Twitter, id Software's lead engine programmer Billy Khan chimes in: "PS5 details will...
News Japanese PS Plus Members Got a Far Better Free Game Than Sonic Forces
How lucky!?
If you weren't too happy about getting Sonic Forces for free with your PlayStation Plus subscription this month, look away now. Those residing in Japan and southeast Asia have been given Monster Hunter: World as part of their membership throughout March and April, making us extremely jealous in the process. What's more, subscribers get...
Guide PS5 Deep Dive - What Time Is It?
New PS5 information incoming
What time is Sony's PS5 deep dive? The platform holder has just announced it will be revealing some new information about PlayStation 5. The platform holder has been quiet for a long time, but it now seems it's ready to divulge some fresh facts about its upcoming next-gen console. Below, we're going to give you all the...
Guide What PS5 Information to Expect from Sony's Deep Dive
All the PlayStation 5 announcements you should anticipate
Sony will provide a deep dive on the PlayStation 5 this week, and you can find dates, times, and details on where to watch through the link. This broadcast was originally intended to be a part of the Game Developers Conference, which was
News Video Game Engagement Up 75% Amidst Coronavirus Lockdowns
Beats out video streaming
Much of the world has been told to stay at home during these extremely uncertain times, and for many, video games are a welcome, temporary retreat from the worries of the current climate. Their ability to take your mind off of things, at least for a little bit, has never been more true than right now as Verizon claims that...
News EU PlayStation Store Mega March Sale Discounts Lots of PS4 Games
Grab the bargains
Sony's previous EU PlayStation Store sale waved goodbye mere hours ago, but that creates an opportunity for yet another bundle of discounts to entice you into spending some money. The Mega March sale is here, and while it doesn't contain quite as many appealing prices, we're sure you'll still be able to uncover a good deal or two...
News PS5 Deep Dive Announced, System Architecture and the Future of Games
Watch live at PlayStation Blog
Is this it, everyone? We think this is it. Sony has just shared word that it plans to "provide a deep dive into PS5’s system architecture, and how it will shape the future of games" tomorrow via a livestream on the PlayStation Blog. The event will be hosted by PS5 lead architect Mark Cerny. Tune in tomorrow,...
Random Kratos and Atreus Play Ball to Commemorate MLB The Show 20's Release
God tier
Father and son time typically involves some kind of sporting activity, and while Kratos and Atreus don’t exactly have the simplest paternal relationship, even they’re not opposed to quick game of baseball. This awesome God of War artwork posted by Sony Santa Monica to commemorate the release of MLB The Show 20 today depicts the Nordic...
News Sony Celebrates 15 Years of MLB The Show with Retrospective
At bat
MLB The Show 20 launches exclusively on the PlayStation 4 today, marking 15 years of baseball simulation from developer Sony San Diego. But how has the series evolved since its humble origins on the PlayStation 2? This celebratory retrospective trailer shows gameplay from every iteration thus far, leading up to the latest release. Home run!
News PlayStation Communities Smartphone App Has Been Shut Down
Feature now only accessible on PS4
We're pretty fortunate to have a PlayStation 4 Community that still sees some activity, but we wonder how many people interact with it on their phones? Not many, it would seem, as Sony has pulled the plug on the iOS and Android app dedicated to the PS4 feature. Presumably closed due to a lack of activity, the...
News Death Stranding Photo Mode All But Confirmed for PS4
More news next week
The recent PC release date announcement for Death Stranding brought with it confirmation of a Photo Mode. It had only been planned for the version coming to the personal computer in June, but after a bit of an outcry from the game's PlayStation 4 fanbase, the feature looks set to arrive on Sony's console. The community is...
News PS5 Update Was Originally Planned for GDC 2020
In the tub
We’ll get a deep dive on the PlayStation 5 from lead system architect Mark Cerny tomorrow, but what’s with the curious timing? Given that Microsoft revealed a ton of information about the Xbox Series X this week, many feel that Sony may be scrambling for a response. In fact, it’s
News Coronavirus Puts a Stop to Uncharted Movie Production
Oh, Nate
If it isn't numerous directors passing the baton between one another that's delaying the Uncharted movie, it's now real-life world events. Production on the film, which was scheduled to begin filming later this month, has been halted because of the Coronavirus. The movie starring Tom Holland, Mark Wahlberg, and Antonio Banderas has had its...
News PSN Steady Despite Increased Demand Worldwide
Coronavirus causing more to login
While it endured a somewhat shaky start to the generation, the PlayStation Network has generally been reliable for the past few years. That proved true over the weekend, when millions of people opted to stay home and play games rather than go out and further the spread of coronavirus through their communities...
Rumour PS5 More Powerful Than Xbox Series X, Says Old Leak Given New Life
But we're not convinced
Microsoft has just released in-depth specifications for the Xbox Series X. It's shaping up to be an impressive machine, but we still don't know how it'll compare to the PlayStation 5. Sony's silence has become a meme at this point, but rumours and speculation consistently suggest that the two next-gen consoles will be very...
Talking Point Why Isn't Sony Saying More About PS5?
The big question
Here we are again, then: Microsoft has raised the curtain on Xbox Series X, and PlayStation fans are pondering just what exactly Sony plans to do in response. In this industry of one-upmanship, the Japanese giant’s silence is not just being painted as problematic –
News Xbox Series X Storage Drives Look a Lot Like This Sony PS5 Patent
Expandable SSD storage is a thing
Here's a recap. Last year, it was discovered that Sony had filed a patent in Brazil for a cartridge device of some sort. It resembles old-school game cartridges, or those you plug into your PS Vita, for instance, but its real purpose remained unclear. In November 2019, tech site LetsGoDigital created 3D renders of...
News Microsoft Beats PS5 to the Punch with Impressive Xbox Series X Features
When will Sony respond?
While we’d expected this year to be all about PlayStation 5, a combination of coronavirus and Sony’s general reluctance means we’ve had to make do with a logo thus far. Fortunately, that similar-looking symbol has gone on to become one of the most liked gaming images in Instagram history, but there’s no doubt that...
Rumour Sony Looking to Acquire Metal Gear Solid, Castlevania, Silent Hill from Konami
King of wishful thinking
Enthusiast forums and social media are ablaze with speculation that Sony is looking to acquire the Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, and Castlevania brands from Konami in an epic IP raid. The rumour is piggybacking off recent speculation that Sony is developing and fundin
News Dreams to Receive Demo on PS4, Media Molecule Confirms
The new demo scene
Like many others, we've made a habit of sharing our favourite Dreams creations. If you've yet to jump into Media Molecule's creative toolkit, you might look at these and wonder how on earth people are making all this crazy stuff. The good news is that you may get the chance to check out the game without splashing any cash. The...
News Dreams Development Updates Laid Bare with Media Molecule's New Trello Newsboard
Roadmap available to all
Dreams is all about the community, and Media Molecule is fully embracing that fact. Alongside embracing the weird and wonderful stuff people are making on a weekly basis, the developer has decided to share as much as it possibly can about what it's getting up to behind closed doors. If you're wondering what's next in the...
News PS5 Delay Likely Due to Coronavirus, Analyst Claims
Manufacturing already impacted
The probability of PlayStation 5 launching during its previously announced Holiday 2020 release window is dwindling by the day, and one analyst believes there’s now a “strong likelihood” the next-gen system will be pushed into 2021 due to the repercussions of the coronavirus crisis.
News The Last of Us Director Talks Up Animation as Naughty Dog's Crunch Culture Comes Underfire
Criticism keeps coming
Update: The row revolving Naughty Dog’s work environment has rumbled on, with ex-animator Jonathan Cooper sharing a huge Twitter thread on his experiences following Kotaku’s crunch expose. In the messages, he mentions that a friend was “hospitalised” after the team worked heavy hours to prepare for last September’s...
News You Own Your Original Dreams Creations, and You Might Be Able to Use Them Outside the Game
Don't let your dreams be dreams
Dreams has unbelievable potential, and provides people with the ability to craft almost anything. We've already seen a multitude of fantastic games made using the in-game suite of tools, and the community continues to build ever more astonishing things. So impressive are some creations that they could feasibly outgrow...
Rumour Silent Hills to Return on PS5 Alongside Separate Series Reboot
Two games in the works
Rumours do not get much juicier than this one, folks. Speculation of a Silent Hill franchise reboot has been doing the rounds for a couple of months now, however, things have gone up a couple of notches in the past couple of hours. According to Rely on Horror, Sony currently has both a Silent Hills revival project in the works...
News Butthurt PlayStation Fans Taken to Task by Ex-Guerrilla Producer Over Horizon PC Port
"What the hell is wrong with you people?"
If you need a facemask to protect yourself from coronavirus, then you may require a full-body hazmat suit if you dare to read our Twitter replies from the past 48 hours. Since confirmation that Horizon: Zero Dawn is coming to PC – which, we should stress, has been rumoured for months – fanboys from all...
News The Last of Us Composer Joins the Team on Upcoming HBO TV Series
Music man
The Last of Us is an extremely memorable game for many reasons, and one of them is its distinct soundtrack. The moody acoustic sound of Naughty Dog's PlayStation 3 masterpiece is wonderful, and a perfect match for the dark tone of the story. Gustavo Santaolalla is the man behind the music, acting as composer for The Last of Us: Part II as...
News Nioh 2 Launch Trailer Welcomes Back a Familiar Face
Stinger
Nioh 2 will exclusively grace the PlayStation 4 in just two days time, so we're sure everyone knows what that means. It's time for a good, old launch trailer. The near 100 seconds of footage will surely hype those up anticipating the Souls-like's release just that little bit more, but it might be worth sticking around until the very end...
Review Nioh 2 - Team Ninja Plays it Safe with Excellent, Action-Packed Sequel
Blood, sweat, and Yokai
As far as sequels go, Nioh 2 isn't the most revolutionary. Developer Team Ninja has built and iterated upon the strong foundations laid by a predecessor widely considered to be one of the best Dark Souls titles not made by From Software, but is that enough in today's world? The follow-up does introduce new mechanics, weapons,...
News PlayStation 'Committed' to Strong Story-Driven Single-Player Games on PS5 and Beyond
But also open to experimentation
Sony won't be changing its strategy any time soon. At least in part, the company has dominated this console generation thanks to its incredible lineup of first-party, primarily single-player games. The likes of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, Horizon: Zero Dawn, and God of War have helped define the PlayStation 4, and...
Rumour Marvel's Iron Man VR to Receive a Demo Before PSVR Release
Listing appears in Asia and Japan
Marvel's Iron Man VR might have been delayed to May 2020, just a few weeks prior to the launch of The Last of Us: Part II, but that doesn't mean you can't sample what the PlayStation VR exclusive has to offer sooner than that. Picked up by Twitter account PSN Releases, the same profile which revealed the existence...
News Uncharted Movie to Begin Shooting This Month, Sony 'Very Excited' About the Project
Will reach new audiences
We can't quite believe it -- the constantly delayed Uncharted movie sounds like it's actually going to happen. Head of PlayStation Worldwide Studios Hermen Hulst has confirmed that shooting will begin for the film later this month with Sony itself said to be "very excited" about the project as a whole. Speaking on the...
News Not Every PS4 Exclusive Guaranteed for PC Release, Says PlayStation Boss
"100% committed" to PlayStation hardware
Horizon: Zero Dawn has just been confirmed for a PC release this summer, and it's the kind of announcement that has some PlayStation fans worried that the company is slowly abandoning its own systems. After all, the PS4's runaway success can be attributed, at least in part, to its lineup of stellar...
News PS4 Exclusive Horizon: Zero Dawn Confirmed for PC in Summer 2020
Will be available on Steam
Horizon: Zero Dawn is coming to PC this summer, Head of PlayStation Worldwide Studios Hermen Hulst has confirmed. Hulst, who co-founded and managed Horizon developer Guerrilla Games before being promoted, casually dropped the confirmation in a new interview that's been posted to the official PlayStation Blog. The title's...
News Ghost of Tsushima Getting a Gorgeous Art Book, Launches Alongside the PS4 Exclusive
Book art
Many of Sony's first party exclusives receive an accompanying art book, but Ghost of Tsushima might just have the best-looking one yet. Announced recently by publisher Dark Horse, The Art of Ghost of Tsushima is a coffee table book filled with imagery from the upcoming PlayStation 4 action title. Before you even open it up, the outer...
Talking Point PS5 Delay Is Possible, And We Could Have to Accept That
Not now next-gen
As far as we know, the PlayStation 5 is still scheduled to release this coming holiday. Of course, we’re beginning to get the distinct impression that plans may change. Sony’s been relatively quiet about its next-gen plans since it showcased the system’s familiar logo at CES 2020 earlier in the year, but while it still may be...
Site News Our Dreams PS4 Review Is Now a Fully Playable Level in Dreams
Meta critic
By now, we hope you'll have checked out our review of the magnificent Dreams on PlayStation 4. If you haven't, however, there are now multiple ways for you to consume our critique of Media Molecule's creation suite. You can, of course, read the review right here on Push Square. If you prefer a video to watch, you can head to our YouTube...
News Death Stranding's Photo Mode May Yet Come to PS4
Snap 'em up
We reckon a Sony published game without a Photo Mode is a bit like a peanut butter sandwich without any jam – it’s just not quite right. News that the PC port of Death Stranding will include the oft-requested feature left PlayStation 4 owners somewhat disgruntled recently, as the option is absent from the original release...
News One-of-a-Kind Nintendo PlayStation Prototype Fetches $300,000
Most expensive gaming memorabilia ever
The ultra-rare Nintendo PlayStation prototype which went to auction several weeks back has sold for $300,000, making it the most expensive piece of gaming memorabilia ever sold. Despite the record, the figure seems low for what is effectively a one-of-a-kind console, which up until recently many assumed...
Poll How Hyped are You for Ghost of Tsushima?
Now that it has a release date
And just like that, Ghost of Tsushima has a confirmed release date. Sony dropped the bomb on what was an otherwise extremely quiet Thursday afternoon, declaring that the PlayStation 4 exclusive will launch on the 26th June, 2020. It's all set up to be a real summer blockbuster, but what are your thoughts on Ghost of...
PlayStation Store Sales Charts The Division 2 Claims Top Spot with $2.99 Sale
Dreams in fifth place
The Division 2 did very, very well for itself last month on the PlayStation Store, ranking first in the US and second across Europe in the PlayStation Store sales charts for the month of February 2020. It has the fact that it was on sale for just $2.99 to thank for that, while the looter shooter was also heavily discounted...
News Many More PlayStation Productions Adaptations in the Pipeline
Just the beginning
Sony established PlayStation Productions in order to adapt its intellectual properties for television, cinema, and more. The overall concept is to expand the reach of series such as Uncharted and Ratchet & Clank, introducing them to new fans who may end up later purchasing the game. The Witcher’s runaway success on Netflix...
News PS4 Has Reportedly Sold a Ridiculous 68 Million More Units than Xbox One
109 million to 41 million
As you may already know, Microsoft doesn't report Xbox sales figures. The company stopped keeping us up to date all the way back in 2015, after it became clear that the Xbox One's numbers would not paint a pretty picture when compared to the runaway success of the PlayStation 4. Since then, we've had to rely on third-party...
News The Last of Us to Be Adapted into HBO TV Series
Neil Druckmann on board
The Last of Us is getting its highly anticipated sequel later this year, but that isn't the only project currently in development for Joel and Ellie. According to Hollywood Reporter, the critically acclaimed PlayStation exclusive is to be adapted into a TV series with HBO. Before you all roll your eyes, a key creative mind...
News Ghost of Tsushima Release Date Confirmed for June 2020
Out of nowhere
PlayStation 4 exclusive Ghost of Tsushima now has a confirmed release date. The confirmation comes out of nowhere -- we were just sitting here thinking this was turning out to be an incredibly quiet Thursday, but Sony has once again proven that it can drop a bomb whenever it wants. Ghost of Tsushima will strike from the shadows on...
News God of War's Baldur Flips You Off After a Boss Fight
Middle fingers in the air
This is amazing. Twitter user @manfightdragon has managed to hack the camera in PlayStation 4 exclusive God of War to allow for free movement during cutscenes. It makes for some new perspectives during certain important events, but perhaps the most comedic discovery is the one you'll find below. Baldur, the game's main...
