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Sony Reaffirms That PlayStation Plus Is Not Going the Game Pass Route
Aryan Singh
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The PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass services are largely similar, barring the latter's willingness to include first-party games on their release date. Despite this being a proven growth-driver, Sony has re-confirmed that PS Plus' approach will not be changing anytime soon.
PlayStation Reveals ‘Project Defiant,’ Its First Arcade Fighting Stick
Ishan Adhikary
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PlayStation has officially revealed Project Defiant, a wireless arcade fight stick built for PS5 and PC. It uses PlayStation Link tech for ultra-low latency and comes with pro features like swappable gates and mechanical buttons. Designed for flexibility and performance, it launches in 2026 with more details on the way.
Sony’s Days of Play summer sale is back, and for the first time, they’re offering a $50 PS5 Pro discount. Base PS5 models are also getting big price cuts across multiple regions, including bundle deals. Along with hardware savings, fans can enjoy bonus PlayStation Plus games, trials, tournaments, and exclusive movie discounts.
PlayStation India Hero Project ‘Mukti’ Gameplay Trailer Reveals a Thrilling Adventure
Ishan Adhikary
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PlayStation India Hero Project's Mukti gameplay trailer revealed a narrative-driven first-person adventure set in mid-2000s India, where players step into the shoes of Arya, a young woman searching for her missing grandfather in a privately owned museum. As she explores its haunting corridors, dark secrets tied to human trafficking begin to surface. Developed by underDOGS Studio, Mukti is coming soon to PS5 and PC.
Gears of War: Reloaded Breaks Barriers, Announced for PS5, Xbox, and Steam
Ishan Adhikary
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Xbox has announced Gears of War: Reloaded, a faithful remaster of the original classic, launching on August 26, 2025. The game will be available for $39.99 across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, PS5, and Steam. It will be available day one with Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, and includes full support for cross-play and cross-progression across all platforms. Xbox fans who already own the digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition will get a free upgrade to Reloaded.
Anshuman Jain
The Sony addresses a critical issue of overheating and liquid metal leakage in their latest PS5 Pro teardown blog post. The Pro model features improved liquid metal cooling design, a bigger fan with redesigned blades, and smaller blades for more effective cooling. These changes result in a cooler console with stable performance over long-term playthroughs.
According to some users on X, Sony has silently released the animated wallpaper home screen feature on PS5. However, the animated wallpapers are currently available for select users, and they will roll out slowly to more users worldwide. As of now, 13 games are confirmed for the wallpapers, including Days Gone, Ghost of Yotei, God of War Ragnarok, Horizon Forbidden West, and more.
PlayStation Forms New Studio Dark Outlaw Games with Former Call of Duty Veterans
Ishan Adhikary
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In a recent interview on Jeff Gerstmann’s Bonus Podcast, former Call of Duty lead Jason Blundell reveals a new PlayStation studio Dark Outlaw Games. The studio is speculated to be working on the unannounced live service multiplayer for Sony. Blundell was a part of another PS Studio Deviation Games that was shut down in 2024.
Upanishad Sharma
The new PlayStation Beta Program is now out and will let gamers try out upcoming PS5 features and even participating PS5 and PC games. Keep reading to know everything about it here.
At CES 2025, Sony revealed 'Future Immersive Entertainment Concept' that takes the players on a full experience of the game. In a two-minute video, Sony showcased this new tech that will let players smell video game characters. Along with it, the new Sony tech will let gamers experience next-gen audio tech, atmospherics, and haptics.
Sony Brings Back Classic PlayStation Startup Screens to the PS5 in 30th Anniversary Update
Ash Singh
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PlayStation has released a special 30th anniversary update for PS5 that lets you customize your console with the iconic PS1 startup screen and themes from past PlayStation generations. This article explains what's available and how to get these nostalgic features before they're removed.
Sony's highly anticipated PS5 Pro, despite its global launch, will be unavailable in several countries, including India. The reason for this is the country's lack of approval for the 6GHz wireless band required for the console's optimal performance. Read all about it here.
On the evening of February 7, 2025, Sony PlayStation network started having connection errors. As per the PSN server status page, all PlayStation operations such as account, gaming, social, and PS store are down. The server status page acknowledged the problems and they offered five days of PS Plus as recompense.
In the NEOgaf forum, a reputed chip leaker named KeplerL2 shared that the Sony PS6 has two SoCs in development. This suggests that Sony might be working on a console handheld setup. It could also mean that PS6 might go the Xbox series X/S way.
PS5 is rolling out a new update that adds a new Welcome Hub by replacing the Explore tab. You can add and customize widgets like console storage, battery levels for accessories, online friends, trophies, and many more. Players can also add their in-game screenshots as backgrounds. Along with the Welcome Hub, this new update will also add Party Share, Personalized 3D audio profiles, and Adaptive charging for controllers.
The PS5 Pro arrives with a lot of upgrades on top of the base variant. While Xbox Series X is still the top line console on the side of Microsoft, the PS5 Pro is an underwhelming upgrade for the PS5 base variant. Although both the PS5 Pro shows some numbers on fidelity and performance, the price does not justify the little to no enhancement.
Sony has unveiled the PS5 Pro and with that comes a new label called enhanced games. According to Sony, game creators are enhancing their past and upcoming titles to make it ideal for the mid-generation refresh console. In our list, we have included all the PS5 Pro enhanced games that are announced so far.
The PS5 Pro is here and the entire gaming community is equal parts furious and disappointed. And quite frankly, I agree with the community. Let's talk about it.
Sampad Banerjee
PS5 Pro is finally here and with that comes the question of if it is a worthy upgrade of PS5. The PS5 Pro comes with a host of improvements including a 10% faster CPU, a 45% faster GPU and a 28% faster system memory. Combined with the latest PSSR tech and purported 8K resolutions, the Pro variant seems ideal for a performance freak.
Sony has officially announced the PS5 Pro. The console comes with a larger GPU, better Ray Tracing and PSSR. Learn more about it here.
Sony Announces “Technical Presentation”; Is the PS5 Pro Coming Tomorrow?
Ishan Adhikary
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Sony has officially announced a technical presentation livestream scheduled for September 10th. While the company hasn't explicitly stated the topic, the timing and the potential for a mid-generation console upgrade have led many to speculate that the event might be the unveiling of the highly anticipated PS5 Pro. The stream will be live at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET / 4 PM UK on the PlayStation YouTube channel.
Sony has begun the celebrations of its 30th anniversary. However, during the celebration post, in the pictures, the company has hidden the PS5 Pro design as an easter egg. We see the earlier leaked three stripes design of PS5 Pro in the Sony 30th anniversary celebration image.
According to reports from billbil-kun, the next PS5 model will be the PS5 Pro. It will have a similar design to the PS5 Slim, featuring three black strips in the middle section. The reports also claim that Sony will announce the PS5 Pro in early September 2024.
Wondering about customizing your PS5 home screen? Unlike the PS4, downloadable themes aren't currently available. However, this guide will show you how to personalize your profile with a custom background image, adding a unique touch to your online presence.
Can't decide between the PS5 and PS5 Slim? This guide will show you all the differences between the PS5 and PS5 Slim so that you can decide on which one to buy. So, whether you want bulky and attractive original PS5 or the simple PS5 Slim, our guide will help you out with the decision.
Sony has officially launched the PSVR2 application page on Steam. This will go live on 6 August 2024 and allow PSVR2 users to set up and use that headset on a PC, granted they have an adapter.
Abubakar Mohammed
PlayStation 5's 600GB internal storage may not be enough for more than 3-4 games. Thankfully, you can add a new SSD to your PS5 in the additional M.2 slot. Some of the best SSDs you can buy are Samsung 990 Pro, Corsair MP600 Pro LPX, PNY XLR8, and a few affordable options like the GM7000 and Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus.
Check out some of the best games on PlayStation Plus, ranging from popular PlayStation titles like God of War, and Bloodborne, and games like Final Fantasy 7 Remake among others.
Embark on an epic gaming journey with our curated list of the finest PlayStation 5 exclusive titles. From thrilling adventures to immersive worlds, these handpicked games showcase the full potential of the PS5. Discover hidden gems and iconic franchises as we rank the best of the best, ensuring you don't miss out on any unforgettable experiences.
Craving the PS5's DualSense controller for your PS4 games? This guide explores compatibility and offers solutions to get your PS5 controller working on your PS4. You can use compatible bluetooth adapters or PS Remote Play to use PS5 controller directly. Alternatively, spend quite the dime to get a wired PS5 controller connection with PS4 using a Titan Two adapter.
Sagnik Das Gupta
To connect PS5 controller to your phone, simply enter pairing mode on the PS5 controller by long pressing the Share and Home buttons. A blue light will rapidly start blinking on your controller, after which you will see it listed in your device's Bluetooth devices panel as "DualSense Wireless Controller". From here, tap on it and that should connect your phone to it. When connected to an Android device, the PS5 controller emits a blue light. Meanwhile, it emits a red light when connected to an iPhone.
PlayStation announced a new way to use Discord voice chat directly from PS5 consoles. The feature will be available on the Game Base tab on your console and will no longer require additional devices. Update will rollout in different regions over the time starting with Japan/Asia, followed by Europe, Australia/New Zealand, and the Middle East, and finally the Americas.
Sony has finally launched the PSVR 2 PC adapter for a launch on August 7, 2024 for $59.99. The adapter will let you to connect your PSVR 2 headset onto your PC and use it like any standard VR headset. However, the headset will lack some features like full vibration support native PS5 users have come to enjoy.
Sony's PlayStation State of Play event showcases development of upcoming titles. The May State of Play event will be a 30+ minutes show where 14 titles will be featured. PlayStation State of Play for May starts on May 30, Thursday at 3 pm PT / 6 pm ET. It will be a live broadcast on PlayStation Twitch, YouTube, and Tiktok.
Sony has appointed two new CEOs after Jim Ryan's departure in March 2024. From 1st June 2024, Hideaki Nishino will be the CEO of SIE’s Platform Business Group, and Hermen Hulst will be the CEO of SIE’s Studio Business Group. The interim CEO Hiroki Totoki will be the Chairman of SIE while retaining his previous roles as the President, COO, and CFO of Sony Group Corporation.
The recent Helldivers 2 controversy has forced a lot of gamers worldwide to link their Steam and PSN accounts together. Thankfully, it's quite easy to do so. Steam gamers can do it by opening a supported PS game and using the QR code or link they see to sign in. On the off chance, you don't have a PSN account, you can create one by heading to the official PlayStation website, filling in the relevant details and that's that!
PlayStation India has revealed the 'Summer Sale' promotion in India for the PS5 Slim. The PS5 Slim was newly launched in India and the pricing was Rs. 54,990. However, in this sale the PS5 Slim price will be offered for the price of Rs. 44,990. The offer will start from May 1 and will end on May 14. The PS5 Slim will be available on Amazon, Blinkit, Croma, Flipkart, Reliance, Sony Center, Vijay Sales, and other participating retailers.
GTA 6 is coming in 2025 and it will not be available for PC. Fearing I would miss out, I decided to get a PS5. While I first thought about the PS5 Pro, my thoughts immediately changed knowing about its speculated specifications. Now that industry experts are also saying it will run GTA 6 just as the standard edition, I think PS5 at a discounted price will be more value for money.
PS5 Slim Delivered in 10 Minutes? India’s Blinkit Makes It a Reality
Ishan Adhikary
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Blinkit partners with Sony to bring the PS5 Slim edition to their hyperlocal delivery app in India. CEO of Blinkit, Albinder Dhindsa announced the partnership in an X (formerly Twitter) post. From April 5th at 10:00 AM, the PS5 Slim will be available to buy on the Blinkit app on Android and iOS. This will also lead to buyers getting PS5 within 10 minutes directly at their home.
As per industry insider Jeff Grub, we might get ourselves a brand-new PlayStation Showcase happening in May 2024. This new showcase should give us a release window for the Silent Hill 2 Remake, and other upcoming titles.
Sony has officially revealed the prices of the PS5 Slim in India for both the Disc and Digital Editions. The Disc Edition will cost Rs.54,990 while the PS5 Slim Digital Edition will cost Rs.44,990. The consoles will be available across the country from April 5th, 2024.
PS5 Pro Games Enhanced Label Requirements Reportedly Revealed; Incoming 4K 60 FPS Gaming
Ishan Adhikary
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PS5 Pro launch seems to be closer as Insider Gaming has reported the PS5 Pro 'Enhanced' label criteria details. The features of 'Enhanced' label for PS5 games on the Pro variant will be PSSR to upscale resolution to 4K, a constant 60FPS, add or increase ray tracing effects. The label was first introduced during PS4 Pro and signifies the games being optimized for the Pro variants through better hardware and other upgrades.