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Sony's gaming division just bought an AI startup that turns photos into 3D volumes
Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired UK-based AI startup Cinemersive Labs, known for its technology that converts 2D photos and videos into 3D volumes. The Cinemersive team will join Sony's Visual Computing Group to advance graphical technology for games, including rendering techniques and generative AI models. This acquisition is expected to enhance visual fidelity on platforms like the PlayStation 5.
Sony Interactive Entertainment Purchases Cinemersive Labs | Console Creatures
Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired Cinemersive Labs, a UK-based machine learning and computer vision company founded in 2022. The acquisition aims to advance visual computing in games, enhancing gameplay visuals, rendering techniques, and overall fidelity on PlayStation platforms.
Sony buys machine-learning company to help "enhance gameplay visuals, improve rendering techniques, and unlock new levels of visual fidelity" in PlayStation games
Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired a machine-learning company to enhance visual fidelity in PlayStation games. The acquisition aims to improve rendering techniques and unlock new levels of visual quality for future titles.
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Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel has retired after 36 years, having worked on titles like Call of Duty, Star Wars, Star Trek, and Marvel. In separate news, Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired Cinemersive Labs.
PlayStation Acquires Machine Learning Specialist to Achieve 'New Levels' of Game Visuals
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced its agreement to acquire Cinemersive Labs, a UK-based company specializing in machine learning and computer vision. The team will join SIE's R&D division, the Visual Computing Group, to advance visual computing in games, applying machine learning to enhance graphics and rendering techniques.
Sony Interactive Entertainment acquires Cinemersive Labs
Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired Cinemersive Labs, a United Kingdom-based machine learning and computer vision company founded in 2022. The specialized team will join Sony's Visual Computing Group to advance visual computing in games, focusing on enhancing visuals, improving rendering, and unlocking new levels of fidelity for PlayStation players.
Latin America’s High-Growth Games Market Takes Center Stage at gamescom latam 2026
gamescom latam 2026 will be held in São Paulo, Brazil, from April 29 to May 3, highlighting Latin America's rapid growth in the gaming market. The event will feature B2B sessions on investment, AI, and IP development, aiming to foster business opportunities and connect the region with the global gaming ecosystem. Major companies like Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony Interactive Entertainment are expected to attend.
God of War Greek trilogy's Kratos actor T.C. Carson says Sony Santa Monica "realized that they let me go prematurely," but "they came back" to him for the remake
T.C. Carson, the original voice actor for Kratos in the God of War Greek trilogy, has confirmed his return for the upcoming remake trilogy. Carson stated that Sony Santa Monica realized they had let him go prematurely and approached him to reprise the role. Christopher Judge, who voiced Kratos in the Norse saga, will not be involved in the Greek trilogy remakes.
Games Inbox: What score would you give the PS5 out of 10?
Readers discuss their scores for the PlayStation 5, with opinions ranging from 5/10 to 9/10, questioning its legacy compared to the PlayStation 4. The article also touches on reactions to the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the potential for a Smash Bros. film, and the design of Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons.
Evening Consolidation
Kena: Bridge of Spirits is now available on Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus monthly games for April include Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream.
April Fools 2026: Our Favourite Jokes in Tech & Gaming
Gaming and tech companies celebrated April Fools' Day 2026 with humorous product announcements and in-game events. Notable jokes included CD Projekt Red's 'R.O.A.C.H.' controller, Elgato's Stream Deck + Lever, and a Mega Man-themed reveal for Pragmata. Sony Interactive Entertainment also teased a 'Playmo' controller for Gran Turismo 7, while Lords Of The Fallen introduced 'helmet vision'.
PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April
Sony Interactive Entertainment announced the monthly games available for PlayStation Plus subscribers in April. The article discusses various reasons why a particular game, possibly a sequel or reboot with a confusing title, may not have found a wide audience, citing performance issues, the genre, and exclusivity deals as potential factors.
PS6 handheld specs more powerful than Xbox Series S claims insider
An insider claims Sony's rumored PlayStation 6 handheld will feature superior graphics processing capabilities compared to the Xbox Series S, particularly in ray tracing and path tracing. The device is also expected to utilize Sony's PSSR 3 upscaling technology, which is anticipated to outperform the Nintendo Switch 2's DLSS 2. These details emerge amidst speculation about the PlayStation 6's potential launch window and Sony's recent price increase for the PlayStation 5.
PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup for April 2026 announced
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed the lineup of free games for PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers for April 2026. The announcement details the titles that will be available for download during the month.
PlayStation Plus games for April 2026 announced
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed the PlayStation Plus free games for April 2026, which will be available starting April 7th. Subscribers can claim Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream. The article also reminds players that March's titles, including PGA Tour 2K25 and Monster Hunter Rise, are available until April 6th.
Ken Kutaragi announced as first keynote speaker at Game Republic New Horizons 2026
Ken Kutaragi, former chairman and group CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, has been announced as the first keynote speaker for Game Republic New Horizons 2026. Kutaragi expressed his anticipation for sharing his experience and lifetime of innovation at the event.
PlayStations Studio Business Group hit by layoffs
Sony Interactive Entertainment's Studio Business Group has undergone layoffs, affecting approximately 50 employees. The cuts include an unspecified number of staff within its mobile division.
PlayStation’s Studio Business Group hit by layoffs
The Walt Disney Company's CEO, Josh D'Amaro, is reportedly a fan of gaming, leading to speculation that Disney could increase its involvement in the industry, potentially through acquiring a company like Epic Games. This comes as Sony's PlayStation Studio Business Group has been affected by layoffs, though the article focuses more on Disney's potential gaming ventures.
The Last of Us director Neil Druckmann teases a 'few stops that remain on the road ahead' of the beloved…
Naughty Dog head Neil Druckmann has teased potential future installments for The Last of Us franchise, referencing "a few stops that remain on the road ahead." He shared early character sketches from 2003, sparking speculation about The Last of Us Part 3 or further updates to existing titles. Druckmann also mentioned his continued involvement with HBO's The Last of Us series.
Microsoft is building new '100% native' Windows programs to replace memory-hogging web apps
Microsoft is encouraging developers to build '100% native' Windows applications, moving away from memory-intensive web apps that utilize WebView content. This initiative aims to improve the performance and reduce the memory footprint of Windows, with former Microsoft operative Mikhail Parakhin's '20/20 project' also contributing to this goal.
