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PS5's Power Users Are Spending More Than Ever, and PS Portal Proves It
Sony is successfully increasing profitability from its core PlayStation 5 users, with PS Portal owners showing high engagement with premium services. Data indicates that 50% of PS Portal owners subscribe to PlayStation Plus Premium, and PS Portal usage has surged by 162% year-over-year since the introduction of cloud streaming functionality.
First Official Helldivers 2 Roadmap Promises New Biomes and More
Arrowhead and Sony have revealed the first official roadmap for Helldivers 2, detailing new content updates planned for March, April, and June. These updates will introduce new enemy types, biomes, weather conditions, mission types, and balance changes, alongside new Warbonds.
Further Frustration as PS Plus' Latest Retro Game Arrives without PS5, PS4 Trophies
Tekken: Dark Resurrection, a PSP port of Tekken 5, is now available on PlayStation Plus Premium but lacks Trophies, a common issue with Bandai Namco's emulated retro titles. While Sony's policy allows for flexibility with retro releases, the absence of Trophies in Bandai Namco's offerings is a point of frustration for players hoping for support in games like Ridge Racer Type-4 and SoulCalibur 3. The game itself plays well on PlayStation 5, but the lack of Trophies remains a disappointment.
The PlayStation Portal is about to become even more of a PSP successor with its next major update
Sony is releasing a system software update for the PlayStation Portal on March 18, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for Remote Play and Cloud Streaming. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements such as easier account creation directly on the device and enhanced trophy notifications. Cloud streaming usage has seen significant growth, with over half of PlayStation Portal users subscribing to PlayStation Plus Premium.
Games Leaving PS Plus in April 2026 – Where’s the List?
The list of games departing PlayStation Plus in April 2026 has not yet been updated on the PlayStation Store's 'Last Chance to Play' section. This delay is attributed to an unusual five-week gap between the current and upcoming monthly catalog updates, with Sony typically revealing departures four weeks in advance.
'This Is Finally Living Up to Its Promise': PS5 Pro Owners Thrilled with PSSR 2 Upgrade
Sony has released a new firmware update for the PlayStation 5 Pro that includes a universal toggle for PSSR 2 upscaling. Early user feedback on forums like ResetEra is overwhelmingly positive, with players reporting significant visual improvements in games like Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4. The update aims to enhance graphical fidelity and framerates across compatible titles.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day live trailer launch – all the clips posted throughout the day from Spider-Man 4, as…
Sony and Marvel Studios are releasing the trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day through a unique rollout, with micro-clips shared by fans and influencers globally over 24 hours leading up to the full trailer launch on March 18. Tom Holland confirmed the news, highlighting the community's role. The clips feature Peter Parker in various states, fueling rumors of organic web-shooters.
From Minecraft to Monster Hunter: How Switch 2 is Revol... | TAG
Nintendo has released a new update for the Switch 2, version 22.0.0, which enhances the performance of older Nintendo Switch games when played in docked mode. The update also introduces social features like private friend notes and improved GameChat options. Separately, Tunic is receiving an upgrade for the rumored Switch 2, and a new anime series based on Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice has been revealed.
New PlayStation Portal Update Adds 1080p High Quality mode | Console Creatures
Sony has released a new update for the PlayStation Portal, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for Remote Play and Cloud Streaming to enhance visual fidelity. The update also brings usability improvements, including better game invite notifications, enhanced trophy alerts, a refined search interface, and an easier account onboarding process. Cloud streaming usage has seen significant growth, with over 50% of PlayStation Portal users now subscribing to PlayStation Plus Premium.
New PlayStation Portal Update Adds 1080p High Quality mode | Console Creatures
Sony has released a new update for the PlayStation Portal, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for Remote Play and Cloud Streaming to enhance visual fidelity. The update also brings usability improvements, including better game invite notifications, enhanced trophy alerts, a refined search interface, and an easier account onboarding process. Cloud streaming usage has seen significant growth, with over 50% of PlayStation Portal users now subscribing to PlayStation Plus Premium.
The PlayStation Portal just got even better: a new High Quality Mode and 'refined streaming experience' headline the latest update
Sony has released a new update for the PlayStation Portal, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for Remote Play and Cloud Streaming that offers higher visual fidelity. The update also refines the cloud streaming experience with improved game selection, clearer game invites, and enhanced trophy notifications, including special animations for Platinum trophies.
PlayStation Portal Update Adds 1080p High Quality Streaming Mode
Sony is releasing a system software update for the PlayStation Portal on March 18, 2026, introducing a 1080p High Quality streaming mode for improved clarity and smoother visuals. The update also enhances the Cloud Streaming interface, improves game invite notifications, and streamlines the account setup process with a QR code system.
CD Projekt once again declares Cyberpunk 2077 will not be getting any more playable content as it announces new PlayStation patch featuring Sony's updated PSSR tech — 'For transparency: this update will not be introducing any new in-game content'
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that Cyberpunk 2077 will not receive any further playable content updates, but will soon get an update for the PlayStation 5 Pro that incorporates Sony's updated PSSR upscaling technology. This patch is solely focused on leveraging the PS5 Pro's hardware capabilities and will not introduce new in-game content. The studio reiterated its stance against further DLC or expansions for the game.
PS Portal Update for March 2026 Brings Welcome Improvements
Sony is releasing a new system software update for the PlayStation Portal on March 18, 2026, introducing several improvements. The update enhances Remote Play and Cloud Streaming features with a new 1080p High Quality mode, an improved product detail page UI for selecting games from bundles, clearer game invite notifications, enhanced trophy notifications, and a refined search interface. Additionally, users can now create or sign into a PSN account by scanning a QR code with a mobile device.
Nintendo Switch 2 gets a surprise boost mode that fans call a 'game changer'
Nintendo has quietly released a "boost mode" for the Nintendo Switch 2 that allows backward-compatible Switch 1 games to run with performance similar to TV mode when in handheld mode. While this feature may drain the battery faster and disables touchscreen functionality, fans are praising the visual improvements seen in games like Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and Persona 5 Royal. The boost mode is accessible via the console's system settings after a software update.
PS Portal Gets Even Better with New Firmware Update, Improved Visuals and Enhanced Cloud Streaming
Sony has released a new firmware update for the PlayStation Portal, introducing a 1080p High Quality mode for improved visuals and refining the cloud streaming experience. The update also enhances game invites, trophy notifications, and the search interface. Sony reports strong momentum for the device, with over 50% of users subscribing to PS Plus Premium for cloud streaming.
PS4 Update 13.50 Quietly Rolled Out as Support Winds Down
Sony has released system software update 13.50 for the PlayStation 4, indicating a winding down of support for the console. This update, released alongside a PlayStation 5 firmware update, includes minor usability improvements. Support for features like Tournaments and Teams has already been removed, and major games are ending their PS4 versions, suggesting this may be one of the last updates for the console.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day's 24-hour trailer launch is making Avengers: Doomsday's cast reveal look small…
Sony and Marvel are launching the trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day through a 24-hour social media campaign starting March 17, with the full trailer releasing on March 18. The film, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, stars Tom Holland as Peter Parker and Zendaya, and is set to release in cinemas on July 31.
PlayStation Portal's New Update Will Make All Your Games Look A Lot Better
Sony has released a new update for the PlayStation Portal that introduces a 1080p High Quality mode, increasing the bitrate for local remote play and cloud streams to improve visual clarity. The update also enhances the user experience with features like individual game selection from bundles on the PlayStation Store, improved game invite notifications, and better Trophy descriptions. Additionally, the onboarding process has been streamlined for users without a PlayStation Network account.
Sony's updated PSSR upscaling tech is finally available for even more PS5 Pro games, including Crimson Desert, Silent Hill f, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and more
Sony has released a new PlayStation 5 software patch that enhances its PSSR upscaling technology for a wide range of PS5 Pro games. The update aims to improve image stability, clarity, and performance, with more titles like Crimson Desert and Assassin’s Creed Shadows set to receive it soon. Developers from Konami, BioWare, and Remedy Entertainment have praised the improvements for their respective games.
