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Nexon agrees to publish Overwatch in Korea
Nexon has agreed to publish Overwatch in Korea, taking over from Blizzard Entertainment. The article also discusses Sony's past strategies regarding remasters and remakes, questioning their current business decisions and leadership changes.
'I Was Convinced It Could Never Be Done': Dev Praises 'Breakthrough' in PS3 Emulation
Developers of the RPCS3 PlayStation 3 emulator have announced a significant breakthrough in emulating the console's complex Cell CPU architecture. This new optimization is already improving performance in SPU-intensive titles like Twisted Metal, with potential for future game preservation and even Sony developing its own emulator.
Save Over $150 On These Premium Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones
Premium Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones are available on Amazon for $248, a significant discount from their original $400 price. These headphones offer 30 hours of battery life, multi-device pairing, and are suitable for both music and immersive gaming experiences. The deal applies to all four available color options.
Morning Consolidation
Sony continues its efforts to combat low-quality games on the PlayStation Store by removing a new batch of titles. Separately, the game 'The Detective Is Already Dead' has been announced for the Nintendo Switch.
After deleting the console's fourth-biggest publisher, Sony has unleashed another wave of delisting across the PlayStation Store's shovelware collection
Sony has delisted a significant number of low-effort "shovelware" titles from the PlayStation Store, including all games from the publisher ThiGames. These games were often purchased by players looking to quickly inflate their Platinum Trophy counts.
PS Store Users Warned Against New Scam Game Amid Crackdown
PlayStation 5 users are being warned about a new scam game, SWAT Commander Simulator, which has appeared in the PS Store Demos section. The game, published by Tetyana Vysochanska, is a clone of a PC title and has evaded Sony's recent crackdown on low-quality shovelware. Players are advised to be cautious, especially if a full-priced version is released.
RPCS3 Breakthrough Enhances Performance for All PS3 Games - GameHaunt
The RPCS3 PlayStation 3 emulator received a significant performance patch on December 12, 2024, improving SPU emulation for the Cell processor. This update provides a 5-7% frame rate increase in demanding titles like Twisted Metal across all PC hardware. The optimization enhances emulation efficiency by generating more streamlined machine code for modern CPUs.
Fake Uncharted and Jesus Simulator removed from PS5 store in shovelware purge
Sony has begun a purge of the PlayStation Store to remove shovelware and AI-generated games, with titles like 'Jesus Simulator' and a game previously featuring 'Uncharted' assets being removed. Despite these efforts, the article questions the effectiveness of Sony's content moderation and the continued presence of low-quality titles on the platform.
Best Controllers for Big Hands in 2026: 7 Comfortable Picks
This guide identifies seven comfortable controller options for gamers with large hands in 2026, addressing issues like handle length, button reach, and overall width. It highlights the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 as the best overall, with the Sony DualSense as a surprising pick, and the GameSir G7 SE as the best budget option. The article emphasizes the importance of controller ergonomics for long gaming sessions and discusses features like Hall Effect sticks and back paddles.
Games Inbox: Has the new Mass Effect been cancelled?
Reader mail discusses the lack of news regarding a new Mass Effect game, with one reader suspecting it may be cancelled despite EA's assurances. Other topics include potential remakes of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, the viability of a new Uncharted game, and the pricing of the PlayStation 5 Pro. There's also discussion on the success of Nintendo's Super Mario Galaxy movie and its potential impact on future game and film adaptations.
Sony CEO Reveals Gaming Makes Largest Revenue, Wants PlayStation To Be Best Place To Play & Publish
Sony's CEO has stated that gaming generates the largest portion of the company's entertainment revenue. He expressed a desire for the PlayStation platform to be the premier destination for both playing and publishing games.
Sony CEO Reveals Gaming Makes Largest Revenue, Wants PlayStation To Be Best Place To Play & Publish
Sony's CEO revealed that gaming generates the company's largest revenue, emphasizing a desire for PlayStation to be the premier platform for both playing and publishing games. Separately, Falcom released new details and screenshots for their action RPG Kyoto Xanadu, introducing characters and the battle system for its upcoming release on Nintendo Switch, PC, and PlayStation 5.
MLB The Show 26 Review | NoobFeed
The review criticizes MLB The Show 26 for its repetitive graphics and persistent bugs, noting a lack of competition in the baseball simulation genre since the decline of series like 2K and High Heat. The author expresses disappointment with Sony's continued dominance and the absence of a PC version, speculating that modding capabilities might be a concern.
Sony's battle against shovelware publishers persists as it purges another load of crap games from the PlayStation Store
Sony has continued its efforts to remove low-quality games from the PlayStation Store, delisting entire catalogues from publishers like GoGame Console Publisher, VRCForge Studios, and Welding Byte. This action targets games that mimic successful titles or are considered low-effort asset flips or AI-generated content, following a similar large-scale removal in January.
Sunday Consolidation
Sony's recent price increases for the PlayStation 5 suggest that the current console generation is still active and competitive. This move indicates a long-term strategy for the platform, potentially impacting market dynamics and consumer expectations.
PS Store Gets Long Overdue Update PS5, PS4 Users Begged For
Sony has updated the PlayStation Store, removing hundreds of shovelware and scam games from publishers like GoGame Console Publisher, VRCForge, and Welding Byte. This marks the third such update this year, indicating Sony's increased seriousness in cleaning up its digital storefronts for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 users.
'Marathon Is Gonna Be Game of the Year': Actor Ben Starr Jokes It'll Beat GTA 6 Due to Jennifer English
Actor Ben Starr jokingly suggested that Bungie's upcoming shooter Marathon could win Game of the Year, attributing its potential success to co-star Jennifer English. English has a notable track record, having voiced characters in multiple recent Game of the Year winners like Elden Ring and Baldur's Gate 3. Starr believes this 'Jennifer English Effect' will propel Marathon to victory, despite its current sales performance.
Sony Has Begun Scrubbing Mention Of PC From Back-End,Returning Focus To "Exciting, Exclusive Titles"
Sony is removing mentions of PC from its PlayStation back-end systems. This move signals a renewed focus on promoting and developing 'exciting, exclusive titles' for its console platform.
Former Nintendo sales lead believes Switch 2 price will inevitably go up
A former Nintendo employee believes the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 will inevitably increase due to global economic factors like inflation, tariffs, and rising costs for components such as memory and helium. He suggests that Nintendo might be using software pricing strategies to make a potential hardware price hike more acceptable to consumers.
Sony Has Begun Scrubbing Mention Of PC From Back-End,Returning Focus To ″Exciting, Exclusive Titles″
Sony appears to be removing mentions of PC from its backend, signaling a potential shift back towards focusing on 'exciting, exclusive titles' for its own platforms. A user expresses disappointment, noting they have purchased many PlayStation Studios games on PC but will not beg for future releases if they are not made available.
