PlayStation 4 Pro
Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for PlayStation 4 Pro.
Enlisted storms Omaha beach and significantly enhances visuals Gaijin Entertainment and Darkflow Software have released the Operation Neptune update for the World War II shooter Enlisted. This update introduces new Omaha and Sword beach battlefields, enhances visuals with improved destruction effects and animations, and adds new weapons and vehicles for the USSR, Germany, Japan, and the United States. The update also includes visual preset improvements for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4 Pro, and Xbox One, and PC ray tracing optimizations.
Bloodborne’s Potential PS5 Performance Showcased on Modded ConsoleDigital Foundry has showcased Bloodborne running at a stable 120 FPS on a modded PlayStation 5, a significant improvement over its original PlayStation 4 performance which was locked to 30 FPS with frame pacing issues. These enhancements, achieved through exploits on older console firmware, suggest that Sony could implement similar improvements if interested, though neither Sony nor FromSoftware have shown interest in revisiting the title. Reports indicate Bluepoint Games had pitched a Bloodborne remake, but FromSoftware declined, with Sony respecting their decision.
Did this week's PlayStation State of Play host the largest number of games running on PS5 Pro? Not technically, but closeThis analysis examines the presence of PlayStation 5 Pro footage in Sony's State of Play presentations since the console's announcement. While initial reveals lacked Pro-specific content, recent showcases have increasingly featured 'Captured on PS5 Pro' branding, with the February 2025 State of Play highlighting eight titles. The article discusses the PS5 Pro's perceived muted reception compared to the PS4 Pro and speculates on Sony's strategy for the hardware amidst rising consumer electronics prices and potential next-generation console delays.
Cosplayer creates a real-life Cyberpunk 2077 jacket, complete with a flexible OLED collar that you can actually game onA YouTuber named Zibartas has created a real-life replica of the NUSA infiltrator jacket from Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, featuring a functional flexible OLED collar that can display video. The complex project involved overcoming challenges with synchronizing multiple OLED panels and protecting their delicate conductors, ultimately allowing the creator to even play Cyberpunk 2077 on the jacket's collar.
Games Inbox: What was the best ZX Spectrum game?Readers discuss their favorite ZX Spectrum games, with titles like Elite, Knight Lore, and The Great Escape being highlighted. Other topics include the story pacing of Resident Evil Requiem, the potential of an Elden Ring movie, rising amiibo prices, console storage solutions, and the pricing of new racing games.- PS4 VR (PS4 Pro)This review discusses the second version of the PlayStation VR headset for PlayStation 4, noting its HDR pass-through support and comfortable design. While dedicated VR games like Astrobot Rescue Mission offer an engaging experience, Tetris Effect's VR implementation is less impactful, and video content on YouTube VR is disappointing. The headset can also function as a personal display for PC gaming, though PC VR tracking requires third-party drivers.
- Far Cry New Dawn (PS4 Pro)Far Cry New Dawn is on par with previous entries like Far Cry 5 and Far Cry 4, offering familiar open-world gameplay with some minor enhancements. While it improves on certain aspects like the endgame and removes some annoyances from Far Cry 5, it suffers from downgraded graphics, a tiered weapon system, and repetitive dialogue. The game is rated 7/10, with the reviewer hoping Ubisoft focuses more on combat and unique enemies in future titles.
PS5 Pro sales fall behind PS4 Pro in US, and here's whySales data indicates the PlayStation 5 Pro is not selling as quickly in the US compared to its predecessor, the PlayStation 4 Pro. Factors contributing to this include the already powerful base PS5, the PS5 Pro's higher price point of $599, and a perceived lack of compelling upgrade incentives over the standard PS5.
Doom Eternal Review | Giant BombDoom Eternal builds upon its predecessor with increased mobility, more demons, and expanded weapon systems, offering some of the most frantic shooter action available. While the complexity can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially on consoles like the PlayStation 4 Pro, the game excels at delivering intense combat scenarios and impressive visual fidelity on PC. The addition of the Battlemode multiplayer offers an engaging asymmetric experience.- Doom Eternal ReviewDoom Eternal builds upon its predecessor with increased mobility, more demons, and expanded weapon systems, offering intense and overwhelming shooter action. While the sheer volume of mechanics can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially on consoles, the game excels in its frantic combat sequences and impressive visual design. The addition of Battlemode provides a compelling multiplayer experience.
Burnout Paradise Remastered Review | Giant BombBurnout Paradise Remastered offers a fresh and exciting experience a decade after its original release, with higher resolution and texture touch-ups enhancing the classic gameplay. While the remaster includes all previously released DLC, it slightly disrupts the game's core progression by providing access to faster cars early on. The article notes that aspects like the lack of fast travel and repetitive race finish lines remind players of the game's age, but praises the expertly designed city and high-speed action that still holds up.- Burnout Paradise Remastered ReviewBurnout Paradise Remastered offers a fresh and exciting experience a decade after its original release, with higher resolution and texture touch-ups enhancing the classic gameplay. While the remaster includes all previously released DLC, giving players access to faster cars early on can slightly diminish the core progression. Despite some dated elements like the lack of fast travel, the game's expertly designed city and high-speed action remain compelling.
- Agents of Mayhem ReviewAgents of Mayhem, developed by Volition, is a disappointing open-world action game that fails to live up to the legacy of the Saints Row franchise. Despite a diverse cast of characters and a robust upgrade system, the game suffers from a lack of mission variety, a lifeless open world in Seoul, and consistently unfunny humor. Technical issues and janky gameplay further detract from the experience, making it a forgettable entry.
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Wildlands Review | Giant BombTom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Wildlands is best experienced as a co-op multiplayer game, as solo play with AI companions or public matchmaking can be a less engaging experience. While the game features a standard open-world shooter formula with tactical elements and a variety of weapons, its repetitive mission design, underdeveloped story, and uninspired audio detract from its potential. The game looks decent on PlayStation 4 Pro, but its core enjoyment hinges on playing with friends and overlooking its shortcomings.- Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Wildlands ReviewTom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Wildlands is best experienced with friends, as its single-player and public matchmaking modes are less engaging. The game features a standard open-world structure with repetitive missions and a weak story, but offers decent shooting mechanics and effective co-op gameplay. While visually passable on PlayStation 4 Pro, the audio and character models are weak points, ultimately making the game most enjoyable in a cooperative setting.