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GTA V Better on PS5 Than on PC; Digital Foundry Analyzes Next-gen Version
Grand Theft Auto V is now available on next-gen consoles, as well as a refreshed version on PC. So how does the PlayStation 5 version compare to the PS4, and why does it annoy PC gamers?
video games
Patrick Kubiak
March 19, 2022
Sony May Have Quietly Upgraded DualSense Controllers
The new color versions of the DualSense controller for PlayStation 5 may have receive some major improvements. Interestingly, Sony has not officially announced this.
hardware & software
Hubert Sledziewski
March 14, 2022
PlayStation and Other Sony Products Pulled From Sale in Russia
Sony is the latest console giant to limit or suspend sales of its products in Russia amid the war in Ukraine.
hardware & software
Jacob Blazewicz
March 10, 2022
PlayStation 5 Gets Another Firmware Update; Overall Performance Improvement
Sony is rolling out another firmware update for the PS5 - it's now available for download. The description of changes is as extensive and comprehensive as the previous patches.
hardware & software
Arkadiusz Strzala
March 8, 2022
Here's How PS VR2 Will Look Like
The final looks of the PlayStation VR2 helmet and the new Sense controllers have been revealed. We also learned a bit about the device's ventilation system, adjustable lenses, and how the goggles connect to the PS5.
hardware & software
Michael Zegar
February 22, 2022
PlayStation VR 2 Launch Possibly Later Than Expected
As it turns out, Sony is still in talks with Tobii AB to provide one of its PlayStation VR 2 goggle technologies.
hardware & software
Jacob Blazewicz
February 7, 2022
PS5 Sells Worse Than PS4; Sony Wants to Release 10 Live-service Games by 2027
Sony has released its financial report for the third quarter of fiscal 2021. From it, we learned that PS5 is selling worse than PS4, but probably still better than XSX|S. What's more, the Japanese company wants to release 10 live-service games by the end of 2026.
video games
Hubert Sledziewski
February 2, 2022
Discord on PS5 is Getting Closer; You Can Now Link Your Account to PlayStation Network
Last year, Sony partnered with Discord, and starting today you can link your PlayStation Network account to the messenger. This is the first stage of the messenger's expansion on Sony's consoles.
hardware & software
Dawid Wanat
February 1, 2022
PS4 Achievements Swapped for PS3 Ones Fuel PS5 Backward Compatibility Hopes
Yesterday, Internet users reported that trophies from the PS4 were swapped for those of the PS3. Many see in this anomaly a confirmation of the theory that the future implementation of backward compatibility in PS5.
hardware & software
Michael Zegar
January 25, 2022
Most Downloaded PS4 and PS5 Games in 2021; FIFA 22 and Fortnite Reign Supreme
Today, Sony released lists of the most downloaded games on the PlayStation 4 and 5 in 2021, showing that the most popular games were competitive-oriented productions - including sports and shooters - as well as the new Spider-Man.
video games
Hubert Sledziewski
January 12, 2022
Playstation VR2 Might Hit the Stores This Year
Read about the new reports suggesting a release date of PlayStation VR2 and hinting at the type of games Sony plans for the hardware.
video games
Adrian Werner
January 6, 2022
PS VR 2 Officially Unveiled; Specs Revealed
Sony revealed official specs and name for PlayStation VR's successor. PlayStation boss Jim Ryan personally hosted the presentations of the next-generation VR device.
hardware & software
Dawid Wanat
January 5, 2022
PS4 Firmware 9.0 Cracked; PS5's Security May be Compromised
An exploit has been released for version 9.0 of the PS4, enabling users to install their own software on the console - including pirated games. It should also work on PS5, but due to lack of hardware for testing, the crackers are unable to verify this.
hardware & software
Michael Zegar
December 14, 2021
Black and Pink PS5 Now Official
Sony has finally revealed its own interchangeable case plates for PlayStation 5. What's more we're also getting new matching DualSense colors.
hardware & software
Jacob Blazewicz
December 13, 2021
Gamers Prefer PS5 to Xbox X/S Series - Survey Leaves no Doubt
PlayStation 5 has more fans among gamers than Xbox Series X/S. This is according to a survey by DFC Intelligence, which brought some interesting conclusions.
hardware & software
Dawid Wanat
December 13, 2021
PlayStation 5 was the Most Popular Gift Idea in the US
Research on gift ideas in the US leaves no illusion - the PS5 is hugely popular.
other
Przemyslaw Dygas
December 7, 2021
Sony May be Preparing Its Own Game Pass; Schreier Reports on Project Spartacus
Jason Schreier reports that Sony plans to respond to Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass service with a subscription codenamed Spartacus in the spring. The offer is expected to be available on PS4 and PS5 and will be a combination of PS Plus and PS Now, as well as backward compatibility.
video games
Hubert Sledziewski
December 3, 2021
Retailers Mark PS5 Packagings in a Bid to Scare Off Scalpers
Japanese distributors of PS5 are marking their packaging to make it harder for scalpers to resell them. One idea is to put the buyer's name on the box, for the buyer's information.
hardware & software
Arkadiusz Strzala
November 24, 2021
Here's Why PS5 Games Take Up Less Space Than PS4 Versions
Some PlayStation 5 games weigh up as much as 50% less than the PS4 versions. PS5's lead system designer has revealed the trick behind it.
hardware & software
Michael Zegar
November 22, 2021
Xbox Series S Sales Exceed Expectations Outstripping Series X
According to data from analyst firm Ampere, the Xbox Series S console is selling better than its more powerful brother, the Xbox Series X, in „several key markets”. Microsoft's consoles, however, lag behind the PlayStation 5.
hardware & software
Milosz Szubert
November 18, 2021