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News PS5's New Weekly Player Tracker Has Revealed Some Brutal Truths for Fans
You won't find Saros here
Sony’s new weekly player tracker is giving us some fascinating insight into the PS5 playerbase – and it seems to have taken fans by surprise. Currently in beta, the new Welcome Hub widget surfaces the top ten most played games in each country, complete with total weekly player numbers. It’s similar to the data...
News PS5 Will Reveal the Most Played Games with Steam-Like Player Numbers
Also, trending titles too
Sony is about to surface more data about the PS5’s ecosystem than we’ve ever seen before, with a new Welcome Hub widget that’s currently in beta. While this isn’t identical to Steam’s concurrent player numbers, the new optional addition – spotted and shown by YouTuber Mystic here – reveals the top ten games...
News Saros PS5 Making Of Video Reveals the Relatable Reason Behind Arjun's Rage
"I was so worked up and angry"
Sony and Housemarque have debuted the first episode of a behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of Saros, PS5's newest exclusive game. The video, which you can watch below, focuses on lead actor Rahul Kohli and his experience bringing main character Arjun Devraj to life: Perhaps the most interesting detail...
News PlayStation Shutting Something Else Down, But It's Not a Studio This Time
Tournament website Repeat.gg closing down
Sony and developer closures have gone hand in hand recently, and the PS5 hardware maker still isn't done. Yet another closure under PlayStation's wing has been confirmed, but this time, it's not a games studio; it's on a much smaller scale. The company acquired a tournament website called Repeat.gg way back...
Feature What Do You Want from a May 2026 State of Play Showcase?
PS5's first and third parties covered, and what about PS6?
Unless it breaks around seven years of tradition, Sony will host a State of Play showcase in the next couple of weeks. It usually packs its showcases taking place in May (or the very start of June) with the biggest reveals the program has to offer, so excitement is generally high...
News Saros Squashes Trophy Bugs and Other Nasty Issues in Latest PS5 Patch, Available Now
Exterminator
Developer Housemarque has been keeping on top of its latest game, Saros, with pretty regular patches since its launch a couple of weeks ago. A new update has been released, taking the game to version 1.004.002, and it’s mostly concerned with squashing a few errant bugs. A couple of Trophies have been fixed, namely Untouchable and...
News PS5 Fighter Marvel Tokon Actually Does Have Gameplay During Its 10-Hour Story
And full DualSense support
Well, this is going to be divisive. If you’re a single player gamer hoping for a robust story mode for PS5 fighter Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, then you may be expecting something similar to Street Fighter 6’s World Tour or even Mortal Kombat 1’s cinematic narrative. But now Arc System Works has confirmed in an...
News PS5 Boss Says He's Seen the Future of Gaming, and It's 'Unbelievably Positive'
"There are no dire times for the industry ahead"
There’s a malaise around the gaming industry right now that’s difficult to ignore, no matter how positive your personal outlook. Layoffs, rising prices, and consternation about where exactly the industry’s going have all understandably prompted cynicism among players. But Sony’s third-party...
News Saros PS5 Sales Estimates at 300k, Selling Slower Than Returnal on a Bigger Install Base
Come back stronger
Saros is off to a slow start according to sales estimates from Alinea Analytics, which predict the title has sold around 300k copies since it launched approximately two weeks ago. It’s important to underline that this data is not an official number, and comes courtesy of a source whose data has come under scrutiny. Some of its...
News Sony: PS Plus Gets 'Four to Six' Day One Games Per Year - And the Focus Is on Indies
Sony sturdy on subscription strategy
Unlike Xbox’s pricier Game Pass alternative, PS Plus doesn’t tend to include many day one games, whichever tier you subscribe to The cheapest option, PS Plus Essential, predominantly includes older games for you to add to your library. Meanwhile, the more expensive tier PS Plus Extra prioritises a large...
"We have a responsibility to the whole industry"
While the PS5 and all PlayStations before it have some truly incredible first-party titles, they’ve never been Sony’s strength like Nintendo. The Switch 2 is sold on the strength of Mario and Pokémon; PS5 is all about GTA and Call of Duty. It’s something the company has openly acknowledged in...
News No One Noticed Intergalactic's Hidden Naughty Dog Easter Egg
JAM
We barely know anything about Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, but actress Tati Gabrielle has revealed that her alter-ego’s name features a secret Naughty Dog Easter egg – and no one noticed. In an interview with JeuxActu for the Mortal Kombat 2 movie, clipped up and shared on X (or Twitter), she’s asked whether her character’s name...
News PS2 May Survive the Switch's Assault on Gaming History
"They had us in the first half, not gonna lie"
Sony’s decision to quietly increase the PS2’s sales to 160 million a few years ago may have proven a master stroke: the console should just about hang on to its status as the best-selling console of all-time. While the Switch is agonisingly close to the PS2’s record with 156 million units sold,...
Poll Is Saros Better Than Returnal?
Total eclipse
Saros has been out for over a week now on PS5, and we're guessing that plenty of you will have seen most of what Housemarque's latest has to offer. While not an out-and-out direct sequel, Saros is still the successor to Returnal — a title that many would argue was, and still is, one of the PS5's most poignant experiences. Saros...
News Free Uncharted 4 Theme and Avatars Adventure to PS5, But You'll Need These Codes
Treasured memories
In celebration of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End's 10th anniversary, Naughty Dog is dropping some free goodies on PS5. For starters, a set of four PSN account avatars is available to grab right now. They're based on key treasures from throughout the series. However, you'll need a code in order to claim them from the PS Store, and...
News See the Alternate Version of Uncharted 4 You Never Got to Play in Eye-Opening Video
It was very different
As Uncharted 4: A Thief's End turns 10 years old, a feature-length documentary has appeared that reveals myriad new details about what the game looked like under Amy Hennig. After leaving the project in 2014, much of Hennig's version of Uncharted 4 was thrown out; the story was rewritten, levels were cut, and a lot of ground...
Feature Going Platinum: Astro's Playroom Was the Perfect PS5 Appetiser
Blast off
Platinum Trophy #25: Astro's Playroom Date Earned: 21st November 2020 Dopamine Index: stars:5 Much has already been said about PS5's tremendous pack-in platformer, Astro's Playroom, but it's the next game on my Going Platinum list, so here's another few hundred words about how great it is. Odds are that, if you own a PS5, you've...
Poll Uncharted 4 Turns 10 Years Old, But Is It the Series' Peak?
Uncharted territory
Uncharted 4: A Thief's End turns 10 years old today, which also means that it's been an entire decade since we got a new Uncharted game (not counting sort-of-spin-off Uncharted: The Lost Legacy). Lauded at the time of its release back in 2016, Uncharted 4 is still considered one of the PS4's best. And for many, it remains the...
News Giant Enemy Crabs, $599, Ridge Racer: Sony's Wild E3 2006 Is Now 20-Years-Old
Remember the best memes
Can you believe it’s been over 20 years since Sony’s infamous E3 2006 press conference? It was a low point for the brand which made PS3’s first few years particularly tricky for the platform holder to navigate. The younger among you may not be familiar with the E3 press conferences of old, which were not the polished...
News Sony Wants to Turn Your PS5 Gameplay into Highlight Reels - Using AI
"Let's see that again"
A new PlayStation patent filed in 2023 but made public this month reveals a new AI assisted technology that would generate highlight reels based on your gameplay. As spotted by MP1st, the proposed system will monitor and analyse your gameplay, looking for key milestone moments like bo
News Physical Game Fans, Beware: Digital Downloads Hit an Astonishing 85% on PS5, PS4 Last Quarter
Boxed in
An astonishing 85% of PS5 and PS4 games were purchased digitally in Sony’s most recent financial quarter, which covered the three month period ending 31st March. That means the average for the financial year as a whole tallied 78%, an increase of 2% year-over-year and a record high for the brand. Digital sales represented just 19% a...
News 'Stop Ruining the Game': Helldivers 2 in Damage Control as User Reviews Hit 'Mostly Negative'
Nerfdivers
The life of a live service game is punctuated by damage control – and Helldivers 2 has been no stranger to controversy since it exploded in 2024. The co-op shooter famously came under fire when Sony attempted to force PSN connectivity on the PC release, but there’s been no shortage of balance related mishaps along the way. Now dev...
News PlayStation Urges PS4 Players to Upgrade to PS5 for GTA 6
Emails and console messages sent out
PlayStation has begun encouraging its playerbase still on PS4 to upgrade to the PS5 so they can play GTA 6 this year. Emails have been sent to active GTA 5 players, and those using a PS4 who have wishlisted GTA 6 on the PS Store are receiving messages straight to their consoles, as documented on social media...
News PlayStation's AI Push Raises a Bigger Question: Where Do You Draw the Line?
AI don't know
In a presentation aimed at investors earlier today, PlayStation announced its intention to use AI to “deliver a cutting-edge entertainment experience” for its players. Unsurprisingly, its comments have already attracted significant blowback from some corners of social media, but it’s important to first reflect on what boss...
News PS5 Will Soon Be Cheaper Than Switch 2 in Japan, But Is It Going to Make Any Difference?
An uphill battle
In an unexpected twist, the Switch 2 will cost more than the PS5 in its native Japan when its price increases on 25th May. Nintendo, like all console manufacturers, has been under intense pressure to retain the price of its hardware. It cites “changes in market conditions” as the reason for the increase, which include soaring...
News Is Bungie Sony's Worst Ever Acquisition After $765 Million Write-Down?
Marathon under the microscope
Sony has reported an eye-watering $765 million impairment loss on Bungie, raising the question: is this the platform holder’s worst ever acquisition? This includes a $204 million impairment loss late last year, meaning the value of the developer has plummeted
News PlayStation's Lofty Preservation Efforts 'Not Stopping Anytime Soon'
Senior engineer shares work with Sony suits
We've known for a good while now that Sony has established a team within PlayStation that's specifically concerned with preservation. Spearheaded by Garrett Fredley (Senior Build Engineer, IP Preservation), the team's work is predominantly about archiving PlayStation's historical games and related...
News God of War Boss Cory Barlog Appears Furious After PS5 Game Leak
"Totally support that"
God of War director Cory Barlog is not happy – and it looks like it’s the leaks of his upcoming PS5 adventure that have really soured his mood. Recently it was revealed by reliable rumourmonger NateTheHate that Santa Monica Studio’s next game will be a new story set in the God of War universe, starring Kratos’ late...
News 'Human Creativity Must Remain at the Centre': Sony Talks AI within PlayStation
AI "not a replacement for artists or creators"
During a Q&A session following the release of its latest financial results, Sony and PlayStation's top brass have outlined plans for the use of AI technology within the business. It seems that the through-line guiding the company's approach is that AI should serve as a tool to aid creators and make...
News PS6 Release Date and Price Not Decided Yet, Says Sony
There are "changing business models" to consider
Sony has revealed it's yet to decide on a release date or price for the next-gen and eventual PS6. President and CEO, Hiroki Totoki, shared the news during the Q&A session of the firm's Q4 fiscal year 2025 earnings briefing, responding to a question on whether the increased costs of components will...
News Bungie Was a $765 Million Thorn in Sony's Side in 2025
Big impairment on Marathon maker
Sony's financial results for its fiscal year 2025 reveals a hefty impairment of Bungie that's had a big impact on PlayStation's operating income. What that means in a nutshell is that, last year, Sony reduced the Marathon studio's value by $765 million, a loss measured against net income for the period. Despite...
News Sony Ships 93.7 Million PS5 Consoles, But Recent Sales Down by Almost 50%
Nearly a 50% drop in sales compared to same quarter last year
Sony today revealed during its final quarterly results for fiscal year 2025 that total PS5 console shipments have reached 93.7 million units. This means a further 1.5 million PS5 units were sold during the fourth quarter (start of January 2026 — end of March 2026), but this is a...
News PS Store Deals Tab Returns, Confirms Next Sale for 13th May
Crisis over
As has become the norm in the digital age, PlayStation's PS Store has at least one sale going on at any given time — or, that's typically true, at least. A new sale was expected to begin today, 7th May 2026, but this has failed to materialise at the time of writing, which is highly unusual. It means the PS Store currently doesn't...
News From Failed Rice Cookers to PS5, Sony Turns 80 Today
Make believe
Sony is 80-years-old today. The company – founded on 7th May, 1946 in post-war Japan – was originally named Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo, or Tokyo Telecommunications Engineering Corp. It started out without a product or a plan, and immediately set to work making rice cookers, which didn’t have much success. But it would eventually land...
News Poor Start for PS5 Exclusive Saros as First Sales Data Emerges
Arjun 'avin a laugh?
Sales numbers for video games aren't often made public unless they hit major milestones or are particularly impressive; otherwise, we're relying on charts and estimates to try and glean how well a game is selling. That's where we are with Saros, Sony's latest first-party PS5 game that officially launched a few days ago, on 30th...
Random Liverpool Footballer Virgil van Dijk Prefers PS Vita to Steam Deck, Switch 2
Vita means life
Liverpool footballer Virgil van Dijk may not be having a vintage season on the field – but he’s sure enjoying his time off it. The Dutch defender has been snapped several times recently carrying a Neon Orange PS Vita console, which he’s been playing GTA Vice City Stories on. The colour of the console obviously matches the kit...
News A New Saros PS5 Update Is Available to Download Now
Here's what it does
Saros has just received a new game update, taking the PS5 action shooter to version 1.004.000. Weighing in at 1.3 GB, the patch makes a few tweaks and improvements to the game in various departments. There are some small gameplay changes, though nothing drastic. One weapon trait has been rebalanced, while a specific artefact...
News Sony's Not Pulling the Plug on Horizon Hunters Gathering, New PS5 and PC Beta Test Announced
Will include story-driven mission
Horizon Hunters Gathering may not be the post-apocalyptic escapade many of you want, but Guerrilla’s far too deep into development to be pulling the plug on it now. The Dutch dev’s announced the game’s second playtest, scheduled to get underway from 22nd May through 25th May. You’ll be able to participate...
News Fake Saros PS5 Story Details Are Circulating Online - Here's What Actually Happens
Spoilers, obviously
In the days following its release, Saros players are reaching the conclusion of the PS5 exclusive action game, and not everyone is pleased with how things pan out. Obviously, everyone is entitled to their opinion on the game and the story it tells, but sadly, there are some individuals spreading fabricated imagery and inaccurate...
News Sony's Superhero PS5, PC Fighter Entering the 'Final Stages' of Development
Will there be Carnage?
Following its appearance at EVO Japan this weekend, dev Arc System Works has confirmed Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is entering the “final stages of development”. This follows confirmation of The Incredible Hulk and Shuri’s Black Panther, who will round out the Fighting Avenger
Feature Last Chance to Buy These 25+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Weekend Offer Sale (Europe)
Games going cheap this weekend
The European PS Store's Weekend Offer sale ends in a matter of hours, concluding just before midnight tonight, 4th May 2026, so you don't have long left to take advantage. This limited-time deal includes hundreds of PS5 and PS4 games brought down in price, and there are some great titles in there of all shapes and...
Feature Last Chance to Buy These 45+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Big Games Big Deals Sale
Discounted PS5 and PS4 games we recommend
The latest sale on the PS Store is live now, but not for much longer; you have until 6th May 2026 to grab your bargains. Named the Big Games Big Deals sale, it has thousands of PS5 and PS4 games included, and that can make it tough to find the stuff you want. In this list, we've put together a smaller...
News Free Saros PS5 Avatars Are Available for You to Claim Right Now
Here's how you get them
Saros is the latest first-party game from PS Studios, and it's been available for a few days now. If you're enjoying your journey across Carcosa, you might feel like repping the PS5 exclusive with your avatar. Well, good news: Sony has created a handful of them, and they're freely available right now. To get your free Saros...
News Marvel Tokon's Fighting Avengers Squad Adds Two More Characters to Sony's PS5, PC Brawler
Hulk and Black Panther join the fight
As was previously teased, Sony and Arc System Works have now revealed two more fresh faces for their promising new superhero fighting game, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. The new trailer below reveals the team named the Fighting Avengers, which comprises Captain America, Iron Man, and the newly announced Hulk...
News Now Even Refurbished PS5 Consoles Cost a Fortune
Prices increased by $100
Sony’s increased the price of refurbished PS5 consoles on PS Direct, meaning the options for obtaining an affordable console are now really running thin. Earlier this month, the company increased the price of disc-based PS5 consoles from $549.99 to $649.99. Meanwhile, the PS5 Digital Edition jumped from $499.99 to...
News We're Sure This Petition to Release the PS5 Last of Us Online Multiplayer Game Will Work
It has every other time
As you'll probably recall, Naughty Dog made the decision to cancel its ambitious The Last of Us online multiplayer game in favour of the single player games it's known for. This has obviously not gone down particularly well with fans of the series, and particularly impassioned people are taking matters into their own hands...
News PS Studios Celebrates the Launch of PS5 Exclusive Saros with Brilliant Artwork
C-art-cosa
It wouldn't be a PS Studios launch without some celebratory art, would it? To mark the launch of Housemarque's brilliant action game Saros, a handful of Sony's other first-party teams have put together some neat artwork, as has become tradition in recent years. Our favourite this time around comes from Sucker Punch Productions, which...
News Sony's PS5, PC Fighting Game Marvel Tokon Is Teasing a 'Surprise' at EVO Japan
New characters incoming?
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is starting to gather momentum as we get ever closer to its 6th August release date, and it seems its next gear shift will be at EVO Japan. Happening right now in Tokyo, the fighting game tournament lasts the whole weekend, running from today, 1st May 2026, to Sunday 3rd May. It seems fans of...
News These Numbers Explain Why Sony Is Stopping Porting PS5 Games to PC
They ain't great
It’s really no wonder Sony’s backing away from bringing its single player games to PC. We’ve felt for a while that the novelty of the platform holder’s ports has been wearing thin, but now we have Ampere estimates to back up that theory. And, honestly, they’re not particularly pretty. The Game Business
