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PlayStation 5 had record-breaking sales during holiday season
Sony's PlayStation 5 achieved record-breaking sales during the holiday season, shipping 9.5 million units and contributing to a 16% year-over-year revenue increase for its gaming division. Monthly active users also reached an all-time high of 129 million. The company has revised its full fiscal year sales forecasts upwards, anticipating continued momentum driven by hardware, digital content, and network services.
This Heat-inspired FPS is free on PlayStation Plus, for PS5, but not PS4
Payday 3 is now available for free on PlayStation Plus, but exclusively for PlayStation 5 owners. While other PS Plus titles like High on Life and Pac-Man World Re-Pac are cross-generational, the multiplayer heist shooter is a PS5 exclusive. This move by Sony highlights a growing trend of games phasing out PlayStation 4 support as developers focus on newer hardware.
PS6 will need a disc drive, according to this ex-PlayStation boss
Former Sony Interactive Entertainment president Shawn Layden believes the PlayStation 6 must include a disc drive to avoid alienating a significant portion of the player base who still rely on physical media. He argues that a fully digital console would be a mistake, citing regional internet limitations and the continued demand for physical game purchases, even as services like Xbox Game Pass grow.
This New PlayStation 5 DualSense Is the Best Looking Sony Controller Ever
Sony's new Chroma Collection DualSense controllers for the PlayStation 5 are now shipping, featuring iridescent color-shifting designs in Chroma Pearl, Chroma Indigo, and Chroma Teal. These controllers, priced at $79.99, are being praised by early buyers as the most stylish Sony has ever released, with matching PS5 console covers also available.
Sony State of Play 2025 rumored date is February 12 with big PlayStation updates
Rumors suggest Sony will host a PlayStation State of Play event on February 12, 2025, potentially showcasing titles like Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Marvel's Wolverine, Ghost of Yōtei, and Fairgame$. The presentation is expected to focus on first-party PlayStation exclusives and third-party partnerships for the PlayStation 5 and PC.
PlayStation gamers get bad news as Sony makes huge cuts to PS Plus
Sony is significantly altering its PlayStation Plus service by phasing out free monthly games for PlayStation 4 owners starting March 2025. The company is shifting its strategy to focus exclusively on PlayStation 5 content for new monthly game additions, though existing PS4 titles will remain in the library. This move aims to encourage upgrades to the newer console generation and marks a shift in Sony's subscription service strategy.
Top 10 best-selling video games in Europe in 2024
The European video game market saw a 1% growth in 2024, with 188.1 million PC and console games sold. Digital sales increased by 15% while physical sales dropped by 22%. EA Sports FC 25 was the best-selling game, followed by Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and Helldivers 2 emerged as the top new IP. Console sales declined across all platforms, with Xbox Series X|S experiencing the largest drop.
Sony unveils Xyn VR headset
Sony has unveiled its new extended reality (XR) headset, Xyn, designed for 3D object creation in film, animation, and games. The headset features 4K OLED displays, video passthrough, and a unique flip-up screen for seamless switching between VR and reality. While release date and pricing are unannounced, the Xyn aims to be a significant tool for creative professionals in the evolving XR market.
Top 10 best-selling video games in the UK in November 2024
UK video game sales in November 2024 saw a 33% year-on-year decline, largely due to the absence of a major Call of Duty launch in the month and Black Friday falling outside the reporting window. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 remained the top seller, while new releases like Dragon Age: The Veilguard underperformed expectations. Despite a dip in overall console sales compared to last year, the newly launched PlayStation 5 Pro showed strong initial demand.
PlayStation VR2 - Gaming using our Senses
Sony is supporting the PlayStation VR2 with a strong third-party lineup for Fall, including enhanced versions of popular titles and new State of Play announcements. Rumors suggest a modular PSVR3 could be integrated with the future PS6 console, potentially lowering costs. Despite some delays into 2025, PSVR2 sales have reportedly surged, indicating continued interest in the VR market.
The Ultimate GTA 6 Experience: Do You Need to Upgrade to the PS5 Pro?
This article discusses whether players will need to upgrade to a rumored PlayStation 5 Pro for the optimal Grand Theft Auto 6 experience. It explores potential enhancements in resolution, frame rate, and graphical fidelity that the PS5 Pro might offer over the standard PlayStation 5, while noting that the game is expected to be available on both consoles.
PlayStation Plus free games: here are the PS Plus games for April 2026
PlayStation Plus members can claim several free games for April 2026, including Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream. The monthly offerings also feature titles like PGA Tour 2K25, Monster Hunter Rise, and The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
All PS Plus Games Available Now
This guide tracks all current PlayStation Plus Essential, Extra, and Premium games available on PS5 and PS4, including upcoming additions and expiry dates. It allows users to filter games by platform or subscription tier and provides links to lists of new, upcoming, and leaving games.
Top 5 Things You Need to Make Millions in GTA 5
This guide details how to earn millions in Grand Theft Auto 5 Online by focusing on profitable ventures like the Cayo Perico heist, operating a bunker for gunrunning, and managing an arcade for the Diamond Casino heist. It also covers the benefits of owning a hangar for air freight cargo and acquiring high-speed vehicles like the Grotti Italia RSX for heists and races.
How Do You Retro Game In 2021?
This guide explores five methods for playing retro games in 2021, catering to various player preferences. Options include using original hardware with modern TV converters, accessing retro titles through current-generation console services like PlayStation Now and Nintendo Switch Online, purchasing game compilations, utilizing classic mini consoles, and employing emulators on various devices.
My Thoughts On New Gen Consoles (PS5 & Xbox Series)
The author questions the necessity of Sony and Microsoft releasing the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles in late 2020, suggesting a Q1 2021 launch would have been more appropriate given production limitations during the pandemic. The article also discusses the difficulties consumers faced with pre-orders and securing consoles due to bots and scalpers.
