Push Rewind: Final Fantasy VII Insanity, Yakuza News, and November NPD

After the madness of PlayStation Experience last week, this author was looking forward to a much quieter shift, and fortunately that's exactly what he got. Still, Square Enix did temporarily attempt to upset the apple cart by revealing that its Final Fantasy VII Remake would be episodic – though not quite in the way that you think. Meanwhile, Sony absolutely dominated in November's NPD report. Like, to a record breaking degree. Yowza!

Reviews

Final Fantasy VII - 9/10

Whether you believe that Final Fantasy VII is the greatest entry in the series or not, the truth is that it's still an excellent role-playing game. Even 18 years after its original release, its overall quality is clear to see, despite its often dated visuals. A superbly paced plot, a brilliant cast of characters, and a punchy battle system combine to create a fantasy that remains an absolute classic, and a game that's well worth playing all over again.

Fat Princess Adventures - 7/10

Fat Princess Adventures won't be winning any awards for originality, but as a casual co-op game to play over the holiday, it's a solid choice. The combat is shallow, but fun nonetheless, and the game makes it easy to switch classes and items to keep things interesting. It's made the transition to hack-'n'-slash surprisingly well, and while there are many hoping for the traditional multiplayer to make a comeback, this spin-off holds its own as a family friendly action game – so long as you turn the gore off.

Other Reviews

• Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege - 8/10
• Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair - 7/10
• Among the Sleep - 5/10

Features

Feature: The Top 10 Best PS4 Trailers of 2015

Trailers are an important part of out favourite industry these days. One single trailer can often make or break the hype for an upcoming release, and we've taken on the task of assembling a list dedicated to the very best of 2015. Of course, even if you don't agree with our choices, we invite you to watch the embedded videos anyway. After all, why would't you want to experience the hype all over again?

Guide: Must Have PlayStation Holiday Gifts for the Players - UK Edition

'Tis the season to mute the radio and grumble about your neighbours' garish garden lights – but Christmas doesn't have to be all bah humbugs. Y'see, the Ghost of Christmas Present is here to show you some of the awesome PlayStation gifts that are available around the web right now. We've got everything from hardware bundles to stocking fillers included in our gifts grotto, and we're inviting you to wander around our thematic wares in order to find the perfect present via the affiliate links below. Ho ho ho, and all that!

Other Features

• Feature: How Many PSX 2015 Predictions Did the Push Square Community Get Right?
• Reaction: We Launch Our Limit Breaks on Episodic Final Fantasy VII Remake Reports
  
• Video: Top 4 PlayStation Games - November 2015
• Hands On: Destiny's Sparrow Racing Is Fun for About an Hour
• Soapbox: Why the PS4's Share Button Is the Greatest Innovation of This Generation
• Push Share: What PS4 Screenshots Have You Been Sharing? - Issue 5
• Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 97

News

Crisis Averted, Final Fantasy VII Remake 'Episodes' Will Each Be Full-Sized Games

And breathe. Earlier today, it was revealed that Final Fantasy VII Remake on PlayStation 4 won't be one game, and the Internet basically imploded.

November 2015 NPD: PS4 Smashes Xbox One in Important Holiday Month

It looks like the PlayStation 4's narrow loss in October's NPD report was just a blip, as the system has responded with some record breaking sales in November. According to the Japanese giant, its box was preferred to the Xbox One during the busy Thanksgiving period in the United States, with speculation putting its performance for the month in a dizzyingly strong position. We don't have access to the official data here at Push Square Towers, but the numbers that are being touted are astronomical.

Yakuza 6 Looks Drop Dead Gorgeous on PS4

Yakuza 6 is the first entry in SEGA's seedy series to be developed exclusively for the PlayStation 4, and this tech trailer demonstrates just how far the visuals have advanced as a consequence. Shown during a 10th anniversary commemoration event in a Tokyo theatre overnight, the video gives us a good look at Kamurocho's rain stricken streets, as protagonist Kazuma Kiryu kicks the crap out various gangster goons.

Gone Home Gets Comfy on PS4 from 12th January

Fullbright's critically acclaimed walking simulator Gone Home was announced for the PlayStation 4 eons ago, but financial issues at publisher Midnight City meant that the port was put on hiatus. Fortunately, those problems appear to have been resolved, and the game will open the front door of Sony's new-gen format on 12th January. Hurray!

PaRappa the Rapper 2 Spits Fire on PS4 Next Week

After rumours last week that Max Payne could be ported to the PlayStation 4, the latest edition of the PlayStation Blogcast announced a new game for the new-gen system's retro lineup – but it's not what you'd expect.

Other Noteworthy News

• Rumour: Could Max Payne Dive onto PS4?
• DiRT Rally Takes a Long Easy Left to PS4 in April
  
• Shawn Layden Thinks Sony's PSX 2015 Presser Ended with a 'Drop the Mic' Moment
  
• Ace Combat 7's Going to Look, Er, Ace on PS4
  
• Feast Your Eyes on The Witcher 3's Final Expansion with These First Screenshots
  

Video of the Week

Video: Top 4 PlayStation Games - November 2015

Sure, the Commonwealth may be laden with Super Mutants and all other sorts of (game breaking) bugs – but this Video Editor happened upon a terminal loaded with Final Cut Pro in a kindly Boston bunker, so it looks like you're getting a Game of the Month clip after all. Top hole, viewers!