Trophy Hunting
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Crimson Desert super fan "played 56 hours straight and slept 8" on repeat to earn its Platinum trophy, and even Pearl Abyss is concerned: "That's not enough sleep"
A Crimson Desert player has earned the game's Platinum trophy on PlayStation 5 in an exceptionally short amount of time, playing for 56 hours straight at points. Pearl Abyss' PR and marketing lead, Will Powers, expressed concern over the player's reported sleep schedule, deeming it unhealthy.
Trophy Hunters Warned Against Starting New PS Plus Game Right Away
Trophy hunters are advised to download the PlayStation 4 version of Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered to earn Platinum trophies, as the PlayStation 5 version only offers trophies for the base game under a single SKU. Sony's policy prevents multiple bundled games from having separate Platinum trophies on the current-generation console.
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.
Going Platinum: Leaving Superhot's Sequel Idle for Hours Might Be the Maddest Thing I've Done for a Trophy
This article details the experience of earning the Platinum Trophy for Superhot: Mind Control Delete, highlighting a particularly unusual requirement: waiting for an eight-hour in-game timer to complete, which was later patched to two and a half hours. The author reflects on this as one of the most time-consuming trophy achievements they have pursued.
Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus Player Becomes First to Achieve Platinum Trophy
A player has become the first to achieve the Platinum trophy for Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus on the PlayStation Vita. This marks a significant accomplishment for trophy hunters of the game.
13 years later, one of the rarest Platinum trophies ever on the PlayStation Vita has finally been earned
A Japanese player named Tqvry has legitimately earned the extremely rare "Master of the Secret Arts" Platinum trophy for Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 on the PlayStation Vita. This achievement was considered nearly impossible due to the game's requirement of completing 35 duo missions on Turbo Speed, a feat complicated by the Vita version's lack of online play and 30fps cap.
After 13 Years, Ninja Gaiden's Impossible Platinum Has Been Achieved
A player has achieved the Platinum trophy for Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus 2 by soloing its co-op mode, a feat considered impossible and unaccomplished for 13 years since the game's release. This achievement highlights the game's extreme difficulty and the dedication of trophy hunters.
One Player Just Unlocked PlayStation's Impossible Platinum Trophy
A Japanese player named Tqvry has become the first to officially unlock the notoriously difficult Platinum Trophy for Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 on PlayStation Vita. The achievement required completing grueling co-op missions on Turbo speed with AI partners, as the game lacks online multiplayer and runs at a reduced frame rate.
Going Platinum: Return of the Obra Dinn on PS4, One of the Best Games with One of the Worst Trophies
This article discusses the platinum Trophy for the game Return of the Obra Dinn, calling it one of the best games with one of the worst trophies. The author explains the game's premise as an insurance investigator solving mysteries aboard a ship and details the specific, counter-intuitive requirement for the 'Captain Did It' Trophy, which necessitates blaming the captain for every death to achieve the platinum.
Crimson Desert's PS5 trophies have been revealed, and they read like riddles (which is both exciting and scary)
The trophy list for Pearl Abyss's upcoming open-world game, Crimson Desert, has been revealed for PlayStation 5, featuring several cryptic descriptions that hint at challenging gameplay and hidden secrets. While some trophies are straightforward, others like 'Unvanquished Strategist' and 'Maze Pathfinder' are described as riddles, suggesting that 100% completion may require significant effort or external guides. The game is set to launch on March 19th, having already garnered over 3 million wishlists on Steam.
Going Platinum: I Only Got MediEvil PS4's Plat Because I Had To
The author discusses how the necessity of creating game guides for MediEvil on PlayStation 4 led to them earning the platinum trophy, despite not fully enjoying the game's combat and camera. This experience highlights how working in games media can lead to playing and completing games that might otherwise be abandoned.
Resident Evil Requiem Trophy Guide & Roadmap
This guide provides a roadmap and trophy breakdown for Resident Evil Requiem, helping players achieve platinum status. It details the challenges and strategies needed to navigate the zombie-infested world and unlock all achievements.
Going Platinum: Aladdin and The Lion King Represented a Weird Full Circle Moment
This article reflects on the personal significance of earning the Platinum Trophy for Disney Classic Games: Aladdin and The Lion King, released in 2019. The author details their childhood fondness for the original SEGA Mega Drive titles and the surreal experience of revisiting them as a critic on modern platforms, highlighting the role of nostalgia and the unique nature of their job.
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake Trophies Appear on PlayStation Network
Trophies for the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake have appeared on the PlayStation Network, suggesting the game's development is progressing. This follows previous reports of development troubles and potential cancellations.
Beloved PS3 Shooter Shutting Down, Last Chance to Get Trophies
Electronic Arts will shut down online services for Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare on PlayStation 3 on April 28, 2026, due to the console's inability to support newer updates. The game will remain playable on PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and PC. This marks the final opportunity for PS3 players to unlock remaining trophies.