PlayStation 4
Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for PlayStation 4.
Latest coverage
PS5's Call of Duty: Black Ops Ports Get More Likes Than Modern Warfare 4
Upcoming PlayStation 5 ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 have garnered more social media engagement than the reveal of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The ports, which include original single-player, multiplayer, and co-op modes, are set to release in July and are aimed at fans on PlayStation consoles, indicating Activision's belief in the market for these classic titles.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok Team Outlines New Features and Excitement for Nintendo Switch 2 - NintendoFuse
Developers Tetsuya Fukuhara and Sanshiro Hidaka discuss the upcoming expansion "Endless Ragnarok" for Granblue Fantasy: Relink, detailing new story content, playable characters, expanded combat systems, and progression features. The expansion aims to add 20-30 hours of playtime and will be available on July 9, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a focus on enhancing accessibility and player expression.
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.
DAVE THE DIVER ‘In the Jungle’ DLC is Now Available on PC and Consoles
Mintrocket has released the 'In the Jungle' DLC for Dave the Diver on PC and consoles including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. This expansion introduces a new jungle lake environment with freshwater gameplay, new missions, and a new restaurant called Bancho Grill. A live-action short film was also released to celebrate the DLC's launch, which offers approximately 10 hours of new content.
The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Switch, and PC
Outright Games and Casual Brothers, in cooperation with Dr. Seuss Enterprises, have announced the adventure game sequel The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas. It is set to launch on September 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Players will control the Grinch, collecting ornaments and using gadgets to decorate Christmas trees.
As GTA Online readies for another large update, and GTA 6 approaches, Rockstar offers free upgrades to GTA 5 on PS5 and Xbox Series S/X
Rockstar Games is offering a free upgrade for Grand Theft Auto 5 from PlayStation 4 and Xbox One to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. This promotion coincides with the upcoming release of a new heist for Grand Theft Auto Online in July and ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6's launch. The upgraded versions of Grand Theft Auto 5 feature enhancements like 4K resolution, 60 FPS support, and faster loading times.
The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas Announced For Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC
Outright Games and Dr. Seuss Enterprises have announced The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas, a 3D platforming adventure set to release on September 18th, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Players will help a reformed Grinch celebrate Christmas by building the ultimate tree and exploring iconic locations, with local co-op support included.
World War Z Keeps The Horde Coming With Huge Limitless Strain Update And New DLC Packs
Saber Interactive has released the free Limitless Strain Update for World War Z, adding new Horde Mode challenges, mutators, weapon perks, and unlockables across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Two new premium cosmetic DLC packs featuring Chibi weapon skins are also available. The update also introduces Xbox Play Anywhere support, allowing seamless cross-platform play and progression.
Underrated 2021 PS5 Adventure Game Just $1.79 on PS Store
The 2021 adventure game A Juggler's Tale is available for a limited time at a discounted price on the PlayStation Store. Developed by Kaleidoscube, the game is offered at 90% off for PS Plus members, costing $1.79, and 85% off for others at $2.69. The promotion ends on July 2.
Soccer Kid Collection Kicks Off On Modern Consoles As A 90s Cult Classic Returns
The Soccer Kid Collection, a compilation of the 1993 cult classic platformer, has been released on modern consoles including Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This QUByte Classics release bundles both the SNES and MS-DOS versions, featuring modern quality-of-life improvements and a historical gallery.
WORLD WAR Z’S NEW “LIMITLESS STRAIN” UPDATE IS OUT NOW ON PC, PLAYSTATION & XBOX
Saber Interactive has released the free "Limitless Strain" update for World War Z on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. This update introduces new mutators, weapon perks, daily challenges for Horde Mode, and premium weapon skin DLC packs. The update also enhances Xbox Play Anywhere support, allowing cross-saves and crossplay between PC and Xbox versions.
After playing Modern Warfare 4 I'm pretty certain that Call of Duty multiplayer is firing on all cylinders once…
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is a polished first-person shooter that significantly improves upon previous entries by dropping support for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Developed by Infinity Ward, the game features enhanced movement, weapon handling, and visual detail, with a focus on balanced firefights and refined TTK. The multiplayer experience includes new features like the Apex Attachment system and a redesigned Gunsmith, alongside a campaign and a returning DMZ mode, aiming to revitalize the franchise.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok hands-on report, demo available today
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok, an expansion for the action RPG, is set to launch on July 9 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The expansion introduces a new story arc, playable characters, the Summon battle mechanic, a new quest difficulty called Chaos, and a solo endgame mode called the Conflux. A playable demo of the base game is available now on the PlayStation Store.
A demo for Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok is out now
Cygames has released a demo for Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok, the upcoming DLC and expanded release for their action RPG. The demo is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, featuring content from the original game and multiplayer quests. The full DLC, launching July 9th, adds new endgame content, story quests, and a roguelite mode.
Start packing your bags!
The space-themed farming simulator Farlands, developed with Eric Rodriguez, will leave Early Access on July 16th and is available now as a demo on Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Xbox One. Players will manage a farm on a barren planet, explore other celestial bodies for resources, and can even marry characters they meet.
PS5 Getting Fan Favorite PS3 Action Games, But There’s a Catch
Treyarch has announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and Call of Duty: Black Ops II will be ported to PlayStation 5 in July 2026, with Iron Galaxy Studios handling the development. These will be direct ports of the PlayStation 3 versions, not remasters, and will include Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes. While a PlayStation 4 release is unconfirmed, there will be no PC or Xbox re-releases.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 ports are skipping Xbox but for a good reason
Treyarch and Activision are releasing ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 for PlayStation consoles in July. These are straight ports, not remasters, and will include campaign, multiplayer, and Zombies modes. The omission of an Xbox release is due to the games already being available via backwards compatibility on Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
DAVE THE DIVER: In the Jungle DLC Launches Across All Platforms | Invision Game Community
Mintrocket has released the "In the Jungle" DLC for DAVE THE DIVER across all major platforms, including PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. This expansion introduces a new freshwater jungle ecosystem with unique creatures, challenges, and an expanded story, alongside a new "Bancho Grill" restaurant experience focusing on grilled freshwater ingredients. Physical editions for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch are also available.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok Preview – The Expansion Fans Have Been Waiting For
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok is an upcoming expansion that adds six new playable characters and 20-30 hours of new missions with a higher difficulty tier. It also introduces the Conflux mode, a single-player roguelike designed to speed up material grinding, and new gameplay mechanics like Summons and Master Traits for deeper character customization. The expansion is set to release on July 9 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Evening Reading - June 17, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several gaming news items including the launch of Pokemon Champions on mobile, Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions' early access, and Epic Games' stance on generative AI in Unreal Engine 6. It also notes the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 5's first new heist in years and the porting of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 to PlayStation consoles.
