They’ve really missed the boat on this one. If it had released on PS5 from the start (as was originally planned) it would’ve been a success no doubt, but now? I don’t think so. The damage is done and there’s zero hype for it.
It’s a shame Square Enix held on to these and therefore Limited Run are porting them. If Gex had stayed with Crystal Dynamics then Sabre could have done a far better job like the Tomb Raider and Legacy of Kain collections.
@Deadhunter There’s no PS3 emulation that’s why so it would be streaming-only if it was the PS3 game. Also worth noting, the PSP/2 version is a completely different game so if anything both versions should be available.
Also, I can’t help but notice how the other gaming websites mentioned in this article say Microsoft in their headlines while this one has chosen to say Xbox. It’s like PushSquare is trying to stoke console wars or something.
Xbox ≠ Microsoft. Games published by Bethesda or Activision are separate from Xbox Studios division, but all fall under Microsoft. So a more accurate statement would be “Microsoft is publishing more than Sony”.
Ugh I’m getting sick of Q-Games tbh. 🫢
They announced PixelJunk Eden 2 for PS5 years ago and will now have released two other games instead of it. At least just say if Eden 2 is still coming.
Add that to the list of classics leaked but yet to release, then. Alone in the Dark 2 has leaked two/three times by now and was even up on the store (before being removed) on two separate occasions. 😂
“The timing is rather interesting” …indeed. Hopefully not related to the PSN downtime either? There was one comment I read that proposed (in jest) that it was a disgruntled eslop dev taking their revenge out on Sony. 😂
@Oram77 Did you read it? “The game's developer, Ubisoft Montpellier, was disbanded in October.” This is not true, or at least not worded correctly. Ubisoft Montpellier was not disbanded, just the team within it that worked on this game. Hence why Godot25 suggested the article be corrected. The subheading also reads “RIP Ubisoft Montpellier” which is a clue what the article is (wrongly) saying.
MediEvil 2 is worth it alone as this will be the first time it’s ever left PS1. It wasn’t re-released on PSP or PS3, so many people will be enjoying it for the first time. 😁
I still believe the UK gov should never have ditched the decades-old familiar and trusted BBFC ratings on games for the weak PEGI system. Everyone in the UK knows the BBFC ratings as they’re on every DVD, at every cinema, on streaming apps etc. and they are legally binding. On the other hand, nobody takes the slightest notice of PEGI ratings.
“60% of Playstation consoles had zero customisation.”
Well only PS1, 2 and 5 don’t while PS3, 4, PSP and Vita do, and I think we can forgive 1&2 but to take away the option for 5. That’s a different story.
Well one memory of mine is getting that exact crystal green controller in the photo from the shops with my dad. It was my favourite one so I never let anyone else use it. Think I still have it in a box tucked away.
Aw this would have been right up my street. A real shame it never came to be. I really feel TT’s Lego games need a bit of a restart with something fresh. No more Star Wars or superheroes, they’re done to death.
Yes! So this pretty much confirms an anniversary classics blowout. We usually only get 2 or 3 a month, so with these 3 just being an early preview, more will probably be announced on the usual third Wednesday of the month! 😍
@Major_Player Remember this is Sony Corp as the buyer here not SIE/PlayStation. They’re clearly after the other bits, the gaming stuff is probably just a bonus.
@Overmind Fair enough. 😊 As a TR fan I’m just a bit peeved at slogging through Legend with a vaseline finish (the emulated version looks terrible) when there will most likely be a remaster coming now anyway. Would have really been a piss take if I had paid the £16 they were asking too! 😬
@ATaco Certainly, if you’re a PC player. That obviously isn’t an option on consoles though. What R* did on PC with this trilogy is shameful for sure but I’m only really speaking about the console releases.
@Flaming_Kaiser Vice City is my favourite as well, and for what it’s worth I absolutely loved my time getting the 100% and platinum trophy on both the PS4 emulated version and the remastered version.
But yes, I do agree that it was a flawed product. Their first mistake being the hiring of the god-awful War Drum/Grove Street Games again after their first attempt at a San Andreas remaster (on PS3/360). I just feel it didn’t deserve quite the amount of hate it got. What saddens me most is that any chance of the GTA Stories finally getting the spotlight they deserve with a release on modern platforms probably disappeared after that backlash.
@ButterySmooth30FPS Fair enough. I didn’t have any problems as major as that during my playthroughs. Worst thing I experienced was that weird line across the middle of the screen on SA.
@Flaming_Kaiser I’m not making excuses. I literally said there were problems. 😂 Rockstar are not saints and are certainly not in my good books these days. That said, players weren’t fair either. The games simply were not “unplayable”. That was my point. Sorry I’m more balanced in my view and not just jumping on the “R* bad” train.
@ATaco They did, on PS4, and people moaned about those too. Truth is people just like to complain. The remasters obviously had issues at launch but no way were they “not worth playing” until now. It just became fashionable to hate on them.
@Kelrics90 Don’t forget the collectables! Everybody wants them right? They’re even going for 1250 points now, equivalent of the old £5 wallet top up. What a steal! (for Sony that is)
@ShaneReactions So would you say a “colour scheme” is negative? Yeah, if someone were “to scheme”, they would most likely be nefarious but “a scheme” is just a plan or programme. Though you’re probably right about it in the context of Sony. 😂
Ah ok, so doubled checked the full Tomb Raider credits and yeah, Saber and Aspyr both have dev credits. I see the problem now because Saber aren’t credited on the cover. We all knew Crystal did f- all though. That’s no surprise.
@McTwist I see what you mean, it’s a mess. The bulk of the development is by Core Design (and Eidos USA for the expansions) but they get no credit, then all the porting and remastering work (and publishing) is by Aspyr but they’re part of Saber, and finally the IP is held by Crystal Dynamics. Oh and the latter three are all Embracer companies. Far too complicated.
Update: Found out Embracer have sold off Saber this year so Aspyr aren’t part of Saber anymore. Jeez very complicated indeed. 😂
@Decoy_Snake It’s got to be Capcom holding out. It’s only their classics that are like this. Probably don’t want people buying these instead of the remakes (if they ever remake Dino Crisis that is).
It’s rare but I wouldn’t say it’s “unprecedented”. For example, Sony own the Heavy Rain and Beyond: Two Souls IPs and licensed them back to Quantic Dream to release PC ports.
What is with these poll answers? “Nope, it's overpriced now” and “No, it was already too expensive” are literally the same thing reworded so are simply splitting the no vote.
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Re: Starfield Could Have Released on PS5 Already, Work Has Been Ongoing for a While
They’ve really missed the boat on this one. If it had released on PS5 from the start (as was originally planned) it would’ve been a success no doubt, but now? I don’t think so. The damage is done and there’s zero hype for it.
Re: Reaction: Sony's Licensing Strategy May Be the Best Route to Reviving Some of PlayStation's Lost Classics
@get2sammyb “they were originally created by Japan Studio”
This is untrue. I love this site but please do more research/fact checking before publishing stuff.
Japan Studio only provided external support akin to what XDev do now.
Re: Patapon 1+2 Replay Marches to PS5, as Sony Licenses Series Out
@SuntannedDuck2 “That or trophies if they are different or it's made different and doesn't connect to the PS4 remaster trophies.”
Yeah, it will definitely have new trophies, and most likely one shared list between the two games. PS5 can’t have two lists for one game app.
Re: Patapon 1+2 Replay Marches to PS5, as Sony Licenses Series Out
What’s the point of this when 1&2 are already available for PS4, and by extension PS5?
Re: Rumour: New God of War PS5 Game Returns to Greece This Year
@Zeke68 Exactly. I’m glad someone had the balls to say it like it is 👏
Re: 3DO's One-Time Mascot Gex Grabs a PS5 Collection This Summer
It’s a shame Square Enix held on to these and therefore Limited Run are porting them. If Gex had stayed with Crystal Dynamics then Sabre could have done a far better job like the Tomb Raider and Legacy of Kain collections.
Re: Another Disney Classic Looks Locked for PS Plus Premium in the Future
@Deadhunter There’s no PS3 emulation that’s why so it would be streaming-only if it was the PS3 game. Also worth noting, the PSP/2 version is a completely different game so if anything both versions should be available.
Re: Management Sim Classic RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Takes a Ride on PS5, PS4 in March
Cool! I thought it was never going to come over to PS. I loved 1&2 back in the day but never did get 3 in the end. Might have to change that.
Re: Reaction: Xbox Publishing More Games on PS5 Than Sony Is Not a Gotcha, It's Just a Sign of the Times
Also, I can’t help but notice how the other gaming websites mentioned in this article say Microsoft in their headlines while this one has chosen to say Xbox. It’s like PushSquare is trying to stoke console wars or something.
Re: Reaction: Xbox Publishing More Games on PS5 Than Sony Is Not a Gotcha, It's Just a Sign of the Times
Xbox ≠ Microsoft. Games published by Bethesda or Activision are separate from Xbox Studios division, but all fall under Microsoft. So a more accurate statement would be “Microsoft is publishing more than Sony”.
Re: 9 PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for February 2025 Announced
Dropship? Serious question: does anyone actually want this? 🥴
Re: No, We Don't Really Know What the Next PixelJunk Game Is Either
Ugh I’m getting sick of Q-Games tbh. 🫢
They announced PixelJunk Eden 2 for PS5 years ago and will now have released two other games instead of it. At least just say if Eden 2 is still coming.
Re: PS Plus Premium Likely to Include Rhythm RPG Classic Patapon 3
Add that to the list of classics leaked but yet to release, then. Alone in the Dark 2 has leaked two/three times by now and was even up on the store (before being removed) on two separate occasions. 😂
Re: Sony Quietly Pulls 'Eslop' Titles in Face of Mounting Pressure
“The timing is rather interesting” …indeed. Hopefully not related to the PSN downtime either? There was one comment I read that proposed (in jest) that it was a disgruntled eslop dev taking their revenge out on Sony. 😂
Re: Great Scott! Back to the Future Co-Creator Says a Brand New Game Is on the Way
@Steeleye50 Physical PS4 version is really expensive now. Actually cheaper to buy a PS3 copy.
Really hope this is a decent game and not some cheap cash-in. Love me some BTTF!
Re: Ubisoft Marks One Year of Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Despite Killing the Studio
@Oram77 Did you read it? “The game's developer, Ubisoft Montpellier, was disbanded in October.” This is not true, or at least not worded correctly. Ubisoft Montpellier was not disbanded, just the team within it that worked on this game. Hence why Godot25 suggested the article be corrected. The subheading also reads “RIP Ubisoft Montpellier” which is a clue what the article is (wrongly) saying.
Re: The Worst Tomb Raider Game Should Play a Bit Better in PS5, PS4 Remaster
@Gremio108 He’s the second playable character in AoD.
Re: The Worst Tomb Raider Game Should Play a Bit Better in PS5, PS4 Remaster
@Mintie You’ll need to play the PS4 versions for that I’m afraid. PS5 won’t be getting platinum trophies for each game.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for January 2025?
MediEvil 2 is worth it alone as this will be the first time it’s ever left PS1. It wasn’t re-released on PSP or PS3, so many people will be enjoying it for the first time. 😁
Re: PlayStation Fans Want The Simpsons: Hit & Run, GTA, God of War Back on PS Plus Classics
@Bez87 Classics don’t “switch in and out” of premium, and they are all available to buy individually as well. So I’m not sure what your gripe is here?
Re: PlayStation Fans Want The Simpsons: Hit & Run, GTA, God of War Back on PS Plus Classics
@Blauwe_Chimay G-Police and two Ridge Racers are already available, so that’s probably why. 😝
Re: GTA 6 Fans Are Obsessed with a Better Version of the PS5 Game's First Trailer
@ThomasHL Exactly. GTA is well-known for having trailers that look better than the final product. GTA IV was memorable for that.
Re: PEGI Won't Budge on Balatro's Ridiculously Bloated European Age Rating
I still believe the UK gov should never have ditched the decades-old familiar and trusted BBFC ratings on games for the weak PEGI system. Everyone in the UK knows the BBFC ratings as they’re on every DVD, at every cinema, on streaming apps etc. and they are legally binding. On the other hand, nobody takes the slightest notice of PEGI ratings.
Re: Official PlayStation Blog Reveals Game of the Year Winners, Astro Bot Sweeps
Love Astro Bot but best for Accessibility features? No. It had like no customisation settings to tweak gameplay. It wasn’t good on that front.
Re: PS5 Users Are Begging for Themes, PS1 Startup Screen to Stay
“60% of Playstation consoles had zero customisation.”
Well only PS1, 2 and 5 don’t while PS3, 4, PSP and Vita do, and I think we can forgive 1&2 but to take away the option for 5. That’s a different story.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your PS1 Memories?
Well one memory of mine is getting that exact crystal green controller in the photo from the shops with my dad. It was my favourite one so I never let anyone else use it. Think I still have it in a box tucked away.
Re: PS5 Home Screen Customisable with PS1, PS2, PS3, and PS4 Themes for the 30th Anniversary
These are too perfect 😍 but limited time use... Why Sony, why? Almost amazing but always falling at the last hurdle.
Re: Awesome-Looking, Cancelled LEGO James Bond Game Has Us Shaken and Stirred
Aw this would have been right up my street. A real shame it never came to be. I really feel TT’s Lego games need a bit of a restart with something fresh. No more Star Wars or superheroes, they’re done to death.
Re: Sly Cooper, Jak and Daxter Part of PS Plus Premium Lineup for December
Yes! So this pretty much confirms an anniversary classics blowout. We usually only get 2 or 3 a month, so with these 3 just being an early preview, more will probably be announced on the usual third Wednesday of the month! 😍
Re: Kadokawa Wants Sony's Full Commitment with Buyout of Entire Company
@Major_Player Remember this is Sony Corp as the buyer here not SIE/PlayStation. They’re clearly after the other bits, the gaming stuff is probably just a bonus.
Re: PS Plus Premium's Legacy of Kain Classics Both Have Trophies on PS5, PS4
@Overmind Fair enough. 😊 As a TR fan I’m just a bit peeved at slogging through Legend with a vaseline finish (the emulated version looks terrible) when there will most likely be a remaster coming now anyway. Would have really been a piss take if I had paid the £16 they were asking too! 😬
Re: PS Plus Premium's Legacy of Kain Classics Both Have Trophies on PS5, PS4
@Overmind Even if a better version comes out next year? I mean nobody knows at this point so it’s just a “what if” anyway.
Re: PS Plus Premium's Legacy of Kain Classics Both Have Trophies on PS5, PS4
@Dragoon1994 Probably, which is why these two (and TR Legend) being emulated seems like a waste, but we’ll see.
Re: 17 Games Land on PS Plus Extra, Premium Next Week
@DETfaninATL Sadly not. PS3 games are just streamed as is with no quality of life improvements.
Re: GTA Trilogy Massively Upgraded on PS5, Patch Out on PS4 Now Too
@ATaco Certainly, if you’re a PC player. That obviously isn’t an option on consoles though. What R* did on PC with this trilogy is shameful for sure but I’m only really speaking about the console releases.
Re: GTA Trilogy May Finally Be Worth Playing on PS5, PS4
@Flaming_Kaiser Vice City is my favourite as well, and for what it’s worth I absolutely loved my time getting the 100% and platinum trophy on both the PS4 emulated version and the remastered version.
But yes, I do agree that it was a flawed product. Their first mistake being the hiring of the god-awful War Drum/Grove Street Games again after their first attempt at a San Andreas remaster (on PS3/360). I just feel it didn’t deserve quite the amount of hate it got. What saddens me most is that any chance of the GTA Stories finally getting the spotlight they deserve with a release on modern platforms probably disappeared after that backlash.
@ButterySmooth30FPS Fair enough. I didn’t have any problems as major as that during my playthroughs. Worst thing I experienced was that weird line across the middle of the screen on SA.
Re: GTA Trilogy May Finally Be Worth Playing on PS5, PS4
@Flaming_Kaiser I’m not making excuses. I literally said there were problems. 😂 Rockstar are not saints and are certainly not in my good books these days. That said, players weren’t fair either. The games simply were not “unplayable”. That was my point. Sorry I’m more balanced in my view and not just jumping on the “R* bad” train.
Re: GTA Trilogy May Finally Be Worth Playing on PS5, PS4
@ButterySmooth30FPS See here we go again with the “unplayable” nonsense. Again, yes, they had issues but they were far from unplayable.
Re: GTA Trilogy May Finally Be Worth Playing on PS5, PS4
@ATaco They did, on PS4, and people moaned about those too. Truth is people just like to complain. The remasters obviously had issues at launch but no way were they “not worth playing” until now. It just became fashionable to hate on them.
Re: Cash Rewards Still Unavailable for Millions in PS5, PS4 Rewards Scheme PS Stars
@Kelrics90 Don’t forget the collectables! Everybody wants them right? They’re even going for 1250 points now, equivalent of the old £5 wallet top up. What a steal! (for Sony that is)
Re: Cash Rewards Still Unavailable for Millions in PS5, PS4 Rewards Scheme PS Stars
@ShaneReactions So would you say a “colour scheme” is negative? Yeah, if someone were “to scheme”, they would most likely be nefarious but “a scheme” is just a plan or programme. Though you’re probably right about it in the context of Sony. 😂
Re: UK Sales Charts: Lara Croft's Remastered Trilogy Raids New Release Jamboree
@Keyblade-Dan Aw that’s cool. The Dagger of Xian project? Hopefully they do the same with the guys who were doing the AoD fan remaster.
Re: UK Sales Charts: Lara Croft's Remastered Trilogy Raids New Release Jamboree
Ah ok, so doubled checked the full Tomb Raider credits and yeah, Saber and Aspyr both have dev credits. I see the problem now because Saber aren’t credited on the cover. We all knew Crystal did f- all though. That’s no surprise.
Re: UK Sales Charts: Lara Croft's Remastered Trilogy Raids New Release Jamboree
@McTwist I see what you mean, it’s a mess. The bulk of the development is by Core Design (and Eidos USA for the expansions) but they get no credit, then all the porting and remastering work (and publishing) is by Aspyr but they’re part of Saber, and finally the IP is held by Crystal Dynamics. Oh and the latter three are all Embracer companies. Far too complicated.
Update: Found out Embracer have sold off Saber this year so Aspyr aren’t part of Saber anymore. Jeez very complicated indeed. 😂
Re: PS Plus Extra, Premium Offer 14 More Games to Play Today
@Decoy_Snake It’s got to be Capcom holding out. It’s only their classics that are like this. Probably don’t want people buying these instead of the remakes (if they ever remake Dino Crisis that is).
Re: The Jackbox Survey Scramble Is a Kind of Modern Day Family Fortunes on PS5, PS4
@nessisonett Don’t worry. I got the reference straight away. 😂
Re: The Latest Game from the Creators of the PixelJunk Series Is Now Available on PS5
What the heck? They announced PixelJunk Eden 2 for PS5 ages ago and it’s still not released yet but they’ve found time for this… 🤦♂️
Re: In an Unprecedented Twist, Sony Is Licensing Freedom Wars to Bandai Namco
It’s rare but I wouldn’t say it’s “unprecedented”. For example, Sony own the Heavy Rain and Beyond: Two Souls IPs and licensed them back to Quantic Dream to release PC ports.
Re: How to Pre-Order PS5 Pro
@trev666 It doesn’t. Just pure greed, and/or Brexit. 🫢
Re: Sony Increases PS5 Controller Prices in US, Europe, and More
What is with these poll answers? “Nope, it's overpriced now” and “No, it was already too expensive” are literally the same thing reworded so are simply splitting the no vote.