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PlayStation Voice And Text Chat Will Require Age Restriction Later This Year
Sony Interactive Entertainment will require age verification later this year for users to continue using PlayStation's text and voice chat features. This measure aims to ensure safe, age-appropriate experiences while respecting privacy. Players will still be able to access games, trophies, and the PlayStation Store without verification.
Helldivers 2 getting exosuit-centric The Exo Experts warbond next week with new mechs and guns
Helldivers 2 is releasing its new content update, The Exo Experts warbond, on April 28. This update introduces new exosuits, including the EXO-51 Lumberer with an anti-tank cannon and flamethrower, and the EXO-55 Breakthrough with a flak cannon and ballistic shield. Players can also expect new ground weapons like the MGX-42 Bullet Storm machine gun and the P-33 Missile Pistol, alongside new armor sets and cosmetics.
Sony rolls out age verification for PlayStation users in the UK and Ireland
Sony is implementing age verification for PlayStation users in the UK and Ireland to comply with new local laws, including the UK's Online Safety Act. Account holders will need to verify their identity through methods like facial scans or ID submission to retain access to communication features such as messages and voice chat. Failure to verify by June 2026 will restrict access to these features and some third-party services, though users can still access the PlayStation Store and play games.
April 2026 PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available to Download Now
Sony Interactive Entertainment has made eight new games available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers in April 2026. The lineup includes titles like Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, The Crew Motorfest, and the PS2 classic Wild Arms 4. These games will remain on the service for at least a year, with a separate list of six titles having recently departed.
PlayStation consoles will need age verification to use voice chat from this year
Sony Interactive Entertainment is implementing age verification for voice and text chat features on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles to comply with global regulations. Users will need to complete a one-time verification process, likely using a service like Yoti, to continue using communication features, though other services like gaming and the store will remain accessible. This change is expected to roll out across all regions by the end of the year, with Microsoft and Nintendo likely to follow suit.
Games Inbox: Will there ever be a Last Of Us Part 3?
Readers discuss the inevitability of The Last of Us Part 3, considering the franchise's brand power and Sony's likely desire for more sequels. Other topics include hopes for a Zelda movie, the appeal of quirky Japanese game company decisions, and debates on optimal performance modes for current-generation consoles.
Shuhei Yoshida claims Jim Ryan forced his job shift at PlayStation because 'I didn't listen to him'
Shuhei Yoshida claims that Jim Ryan's decision to move him to PlayStation Indies in 2019 was a result of Yoshida refusing to comply with 'ridiculous things' Ryan asked him to do. This indicates internal friction at Sony Interactive Entertainment regarding leadership directives.
Is Fortnite Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAG
Data suggests Fortnite's reputation for toxicity is more nuanced than commonly perceived, with lower rates of identity-based harassment compared to other competitive shooters. While age-driven trash talk and skill-gap frustration are prevalent, especially in modes like Ranked, Epic Games has implemented moderation tools and default communication settings to mitigate harm, particularly for younger players.
Age verification will roll out for PlayStation in the UK and Ireland in June
PlayStation will begin rolling out age verification for users in the UK and Ireland starting in June. This measure is being implemented to comply with new regulations and ensure appropriate content access for younger players.
'Shimmering-Free 4K at a Silky-Smooth 60fps': Anime Open World NTE Will Push PS5 Pro
The upcoming anime open-world game NTE: Neverness to Everness will leverage the PlayStation 5 Pro's capabilities to achieve stable 4K resolution at 60fps with advanced graphical effects. The game will also fully utilize the DualSense controller's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. A Persona 5 Royal collaboration and other day-one content were also revealed.
Xbox Game Pass gets "grim prognosis" from former PlayStation CEO, new Xbox head Asha Sharma tells him they…
Former PlayStation CEO Shawn Layden suggested that Xbox should discontinue the Game Pass subscription service, citing its increasing cost. New Xbox lead Asha Sharma has expressed interest in discussing these concerns with industry veterans.
Shuhei Yoshida Reveals He Was "Fired" From His Head Role of PlayStation First Party Studios By Jim
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida revealed that he was removed from his role as head of PlayStation's first-party studios by Jim Ryan in 2019. Yoshida stated he was "fired" because he did not agree with Ryan's "ridiculous" requests. Following this, he led PlayStation's indie games initiative for five years before departing Sony and starting his own consulting firm.
Shuhei Yoshida Reveals He Was "Fired" From His Head Role of PlayStation First Party Studios By Jim
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida revealed that he was removed from his role as president of Worldwide Studios by Jim Ryan in 2019. Yoshida stated he was "fired" because he did not agree with some of Ryan's requests. Following this, Yoshida transitioned to lead PlayStation's indie games initiative before departing Sony in late 2024 to manage his own consulting firm.
Sony Has Global Plans For PlayStation Age Verification - Report
Sony Interactive Entertainment is reportedly planning a global rollout of age verification for PlayStation users to access online communication features. This initiative aims to comply with global regulations and ensure age-appropriate experiences, though users will still be able to access games and the store without verification. The company is working with Yoti for this process, despite the company facing fines for data mishandling in Spain.
"After 11 years leading the first-party development," PlayStation veteran Shuhei Yoshida says he was "fired" from the role for not listening to ex-Sony boss Jim Ryan
Former PlayStation Studios head Shuhei Yoshida stated he was "fired" from his role by ex-Sony boss Jim Ryan for not adhering to his requests. Yoshida, who led first-party development for 11 years, claims Ryan removed him from the position because he wouldn't comply with "ridiculous things." Despite this, Yoshida's subsequent role focused on supporting indie development, a passion he openly shares.
PlayStation legend Shuhei Yoshida says Jim Ryan fired him because he didn't listen to him
Former PlayStation Worldwide Studios head Shuhei Yoshida stated that Jim Ryan fired him from his role in 2019 because he did not follow Ryan's directives. Yoshida, who oversaw titles like Ghost of Tsushima, was moved to a role focusing on indie games before eventually leaving PlayStation in 2025 to run his own consulting firm. Jim Ryan, who took over PlayStation leadership in 2019, oversaw acquisitions of studios like Insomniac Games and Bungie during his tenure.
'I Didn't Listen to Him': Ex PlayStation Boss Shu Yoshida on Why Jim Ryan 'Fired' Him
Former PlayStation lead Shuhei Yoshida revealed that Jim Ryan removed him from his role as President of SIE Worldwide Studios because he refused to follow "ridiculous" requests. Yoshida stated he was given the choice to either take on a new role leading an indie initiative or leave the company, and he ultimately embraced the indie focus.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead at BAFTA Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch each won three awards at the BAFTA Awards 2026. Clair Obscur secured Best Game, Debut Game, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English, while Dispatch won for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright. Ilkka Paananen, CEO of Supercell, received a BAFTA Fellowship.
Shuhei Yoshida Says Former SIE CEO Wanted to Remove Him From First-Party Development
Shuhei Yoshida revealed in an interview that former Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan removed him from his first-party development role in 2019 because Yoshida refused to follow Ryan's "ridiculous" requests. Yoshida, who had led first-party development for 11 years and worked on titles like Ghost of Tsushima, was then moved to support indie game development. He stated that this transition was more significant to him personally than leaving the company later to work freelance, where he now has the freedom to discuss other platforms like Nintendo and Xbox.
A Matrix Online fan tracks down the ‘untold story’ of why the cult SOE MMO died
A fan has investigated the reasons behind the downfall of the cult MMORPG The Matrix Online, which ran from 2005 to 2009. The investigation involved tracking down and interviewing individuals who pitched the game to the Wachowskis and those involved in its development until its closure.