News - 2022, Week 35
Sunday4th Sep 2022
News Silent Hill 2 Remake Pitch Images Leak, May Be a Timed PlayStation Exclusive
New third-person camera perspective
Screenshots claiming to be from an internal pitch demo of the rumoured Silent Hill 2 remake have leaked, showing main character James Sunderland from a camera perspective reminiscent of Resident Evil 2 and the classic nurse enemy. The three images can be viewed below. Whilst very blurry, prominent leaker
Poll Are You Happy With Your PS Plus Games for September 2022?
Plus or minus?
Sony blindsided us this week by announcing all of the games for PS Plus Essential, Extra, and Premium at the same time. As such, this month's PS Plus poll is a big one. Let's start with the Essential selection, which, as per usual, consists of three games. We've got delightful indie Toem on PS5, the flashy Need for Speed Heat on PS4,...
Monday5th Sep 2022
News The Last of Us PS5’s UK Physical Sales Half of Saints Row
Clicker shock
The Last of Us: Part I has topped the UK sales charts – but the £69.99 remake-cum-remaster is not exactly pulling up trees. Naughty Dog’s sumptuous return to Joel and Ellie’s inaugural outing sold about half of what Saints Row managed during its launch week – although it’s important to underline that, in both instances, this...
News The Callisto Protocol's Boss Underfire for Appearing to Glorify 15 Hour Shifts
Gruelling like the game's gore
A misjudged Twitter post from Striking Distance Studios founder Glen Schofield has been deleted after it was criticised for appearing to glorify crunch. The former EA and Activision man – whose team is currently working to wrap up survival horror The Callisto Protocol ahead of its 2nd December launch – said that...
Saturday3rd Sep 2022
News PS Plus Essential, Extra, and Premium PS5, PS4 Games for September 2022 Announced
Every PS Plus tier revealed
Update: Sony has now confirmed PS Plus lineup for all tiers of its subscription. That means, as previously reported, Toem (PS5), Need for Speed Heat (PS4), and Granblue Fantasy Versus (PS4) join the list of All PS Plus Games as
News The Last of Us PS5's Pricey Firefly Edition Shipping in Shocking Condition
Authentic to the apocalypse, at least
Sony has committed a cardinal sin with its PlayStation Direct exclusive The Last of Us: Part I Firefly Edition – it’s not invested in good enough packaging. Anyone purchasing the $100 limited edition is doing so for collection purposes – some pre-orders were even being flogged for up to $450 on auction...
News The Callisto Protocol DLC Appears Up in the Air Despite Selling Season Pass
Promising four years of support
The Callisto Protocol team Striking Distance Studios has been queried on its plans for post-launch support and the possibility of DLC, with the developer responding that it's planning four years' worth. That's a lot for a single player only game — only titles like Dying Light have achieved such a feat — but the...
Quiz Test Your PlayStation General Knowledge - Issue 17
It's time to PlayStation
How much do you know about PlayStation and the gaming industry that surrounds it? If you fancy yourself a walking PlayStation encyclopaedia, then why not put your brain to the test with our PlayStation General Knowledge Quiz? This is Issue 17 of our PlayStation General Knowledge Quiz. You can have a crack at our previous...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 442
Steel rises
It's been a big week here at Push Square, with our The Last of Us 1 guide going live, alongside tons of other content. This author is especially knackered, but WAYP stops for no one. Stephen Tailby, Associate Editor: I've been really enjoying a rush of indie games lately, with Cult of the Lamb currently on the agenda. Once that'
Friday2nd Sep 2022
News New God of War Ragnarok Gameplay Is Short But Sweet
Play with your food
A new slice of God of War Ragnarok gameplay has been uploaded today as part of Game Informer's exclusive coverage, focusing on the new weapons and abilities included in the follow-up to the 2018 iteration. We get a look at a new enemy type called Grims, and a few new skills involving ice are shown off. Shields look to play a...
Mini Review Inscryption (PS5) - The Most Unique Game You Will Play All Year
Heart of the cards
Inscryption is one of those games where the less you know the better. A card battling roguelike on first impression, it's what happens outside those duels where the true magic lies. Daniel Mullins has crafted a deceiving title full of layers and surprises; pulling them back and learning how they tick is what makes Inscryption...
Made back in January
A new statement shared with The Verge has revealed that Microsoft and Sony signed an agreement back in January to keep the Call of Duty series on PlayStation hardware for "several more years" after any current contracts expire. The news follows a statement from the UK government that
News CDPR Confirms New Cyberpunk 2077 Update, Info Coming Next Week
A special Night City Wire broadcast
Update: Following on from its Night City Wire broadcast announcement, CD Projekt Red has confirmed that it'll be sharing details on Cyberpunk 2077's next patch. A developer stream will take place after the show, and the team will be talking about "all the new stuff coming to Cyberpunk 2077 with the next update"...
Poll Did You Buy The Last of Us: Part I?
Us or them
One of Sony's heaviest hitters of 2022 is here — and it's a remake of what many consider to be one of the greatest PlayStation titles of all time. However, Sony's decision to sell The Last of Us: Part I at full price has has already resulted in a tidal wave of criticism. As we wrote in our review, this is still a phenomenal video game...
News What Remains of Edith Finch PS5 Upgrade Now Free For Those with PS4 Version via PS Plus
Just FYI
At the end of July, Annapurna Interactive surprised fans with a PS5 release of the excellent narrative adventure What Remains of Edith Finch. The new version, sporting 4K resolution and 60 frames-per-second performance, is a free upgrade for those that bought the PS4 version. However, some fans were a little frustrated to learn that this...
News Celebrate the Arrival of The Last of Us Part I with These Ridiculous Reaction GIFs
Memes are funny
As is now a bit of a tradition among Sony's first-party releases, The Last of Us: Part I now has a selection of animated GIFs to call its own. Created by Naughty Dog and based on popular reaction GIFs used basically everywhere, you can now meme up a storm with all your favourite Last of Us characters. Joel, Ellie, and a Clicker are...
News Naughty Dog Pays Tribute to The Last of Us: Part I Dev Who Passed Away During Production
Daniel Kinnard "was a wonderful person"
Naughty Dog has immortalized a Visual Arts developer who sadly passed away whilst they were working on The Last of Us: Part I. Daniel Kinnard, a producer at the studio, can be found posing as a baseball player on a poster located in the farmhouse with Tommy during the sequence where you search for Ellie...
News No Quidditch Matches in Hogwarts Legacy, But You Can Still Fly a Broom
To the dungeons
An updated FAQ on the official Hogwarts Legacy website has confirmed the popular wizarding sport Quidditch won't be playable in the game. You'll still be able to get about the school of witchcraft and wizardry aboard a broomstick, but the flights won't get competitive with a Quaffle and Golden Snitch. In the sport's place, you will...
News Armed Fantasia and Penny Blood Smash Kickstarter Stretch Goal, Officially Coming to PS5
Console confirmed
The Double Kickstarter project we have covered throughout the week has smashed past its initial asking amount of $750,000 and is sitting just north of the million-dollar mark at the time of writing. That means that both Armed Fantasia: To the End of the Wilderness and Penny Blood are officially coming to PS5, with an expected...
News Gotham Knights Co-Op and Climactic 'Villain Night' Events Revealed in IGN First Preview
Rise to the challenge
The release date for Gotham Knights is fast approaching, and we can all look forward to donning a cowl on 21st October. To fuel the hype flames further, we got ten minutes of gameplay courtesy of the IGN First preview process and Warners Bros. Games Montreal. We learned some cool new bits of information, like the fact that the...
News Meet The Colourful Cast of Villains In-Line for a Butt-Kicking in River City Girls 2
Double dragoness
In a new trailer for River City Girls 2, we learn about some of the villains who will oppose our heroines and their motivations. The bodacious brawler was recently delayed and is expected to launch "sometime after" its originally planned Summer 2022 release window. We get to meet Sabuko, the disgraced daughter, Ken, the rich boy...
News Naughty Dog Details AI and Encounter Design in The Last of Us: Part I Combat Trailer
Violence, revisited
The preordained date has finally arrived, The Last of Us: Part I is out in the wild, and developer Naughty Dog has released a trailer detailing the game's violent, visceral combat. The Last of Us: Part II featured a dodge mechanic which has not been backported, and game director Matthew Gallant explains that it would have...
News Run Rings Around the Opposition with This Sonic Frontiers Gameplay Overview Trailer
Go moderately fast
A new trailer for Sonic Frontiers has been released by SEGA, giving us an overview of the game. Sonic Frontiers is coming to PS5 and PS4 on 8th November, 2022. On a routine Chaos Emerald-gathering venture with Tails and Amy, Sonic and his friends are sucked into a dimensional portal and find themselves in a strange digital world...
Thursday1st Sep 2022
Welcome to the urban jungle
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Enjoy your stay
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Everybody needs good neighbours
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Wolf of Wall Street
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By the lakes
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Going underground
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How do you solve a problem like Ellie? Downtown
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Guide The Last of Us 1: Does It Have Multiplayer?
Survive together
Does The Last of Us 1 have multiplayer? Competitive multiplayer modes have become a popular component of shooters, and so you may be wondering whether Naughty Dog's post-apocalyptic shooter has a similar mode. As part of our The Last of Us 1 guide, we're going to answer this important question: does it have multiplayer? The Last...
Skool daze
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You've got the power
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Another brick in the face
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Cultural excursion
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The road
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Going underground
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Pray for prey
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Guide The Last of Us 1: All Optional Conversations Locations
Getting to know you
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Trust me and we will escape from the city
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You're in for a big surprise
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Guide The Last of Us 1: All Ellie's Jokes Locations
That's all I got
Looking for all Ellie's Jokes locations in The Last of Us 1? As part of our The Last of Us 1 guide, we're listing all collectibles, including Ellie's Jokes.
An emergency
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Guide The Last of Us 1: 20 Years Later Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Optional Conversations
Boston sprinters
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Strictly scientific
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The walking dead
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Reunion
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Law and order
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An important package
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Guide The Last of Us 1: Outside Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Artefacts, Optional Conversations
Tell it to 'em, Ellie
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Guide The Last of Us 1: The Slums Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Artefacts
Slumdog millionaire
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Guide The Last of Us 1: Best Difficulty to Select
You're already dead
What is the best difficulty to select in The Last of Us 1? If you're playing Naughty Dog's survival horror for the first time, or perhaps returning to it after a long break, you may be wondering which of the difficulty options is best for your playthrough. As part of our The Last of Us 1 guide, we're going to explain the best...
Guide The Last of Us 1: Epilogue Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Comics
Okay
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A safe space
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Guide The Last of Us 1: Back in a Flash Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Artefacts
Much-need medicine
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Guide The Last of Us 1: Ranch House Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Firefly Pendants, Comics
Country pursuit
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Guide The Last of Us 1: All Weapons Locations and Upgrades
Locked and loaded
Looking for all Weapons locations and upgrades in The Last of Us 1? You're going to need firepower if you intend to survive Naughty Dog's harsh post-apocalyptic world. Fortunately, there are 9 Weapons to find and use. You can then upgrade these at Workbenches using the Weapons Parts you scavenge and your Workbench Tool
Guide The Last of Us 1: Mallrats Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Artefacts, Optional Conversations
Shop till you drop
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Guide The Last of Us 1: All Shiv Doors Locations
Master of unlocking
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Respite
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Guide The Last of Us 1: All Safe Code Combinations
Sticky fingers
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Guide The Last of Us 1: Prologue Walkthrough
Outbreak day
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Guide The Last of Us 1: Does It Have New Game Plus?
We go again
Does The Last of Us 1 have New Game Plus? New Game Plus is a popular feature which allows you to replay a campaign with some or all of your progress carrying across. As part of our The Last of Us guide, we're going to answer the question: does it have New Game Plus? The Last of Us 1: Does It Have New Game Plus? All versions of
Guide The Last of Us 1: The Enemy of My Enemy Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Artefacts
Infected fun
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Guide The Last of Us 1: All Firefly Pendants Locations
Look for the light
Looking for all Firefly Pendants locations in The Last of Us 1? As part of our The Last of Us 1 guide, we're listing all collectibles, including Firefly Pendants.
Guide The Last of Us 1: All Workbenches Locations
Prepared for the worst
Looking for all Workbenches locations in The Last of Us 1? As part of our The Last of Us 1 guide, we're listing all collectibles, including Workbenches.
News Assassin's Creed Mirage Announced, Full Reveal at Ubisoft Forward
Following leak earlier in the day
Update: Following the screenshot leak earlier today, Ubisoft has officially announced Assassin's Creed Mirage. More information will be shared during the publisher's Ubisoft Forward livestream on 10th September 2022. Original article: Images of what appea
Guide The Last of Us 1: So Close Walkthrough - All Collectibles: Artefacts
Health kit hit
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Guide The Last of Us 1: All Artefacts Locations
Chronicles
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Guide The Last of Us 1: All Workbench Tools Locations
Sharpest tool in the shed
Looking for all Workbench Tools locations in The Last of Us 1? As part of our The Last of Us 1 guide, we're listing all collectibles, including Workbench Tools
Guide The Last of Us 1: All Training Manuals Locations
Something to fight for
Looking for all Training Manuals locations in The Last of Us 1? As part of our The Last of Us 1 guide, we're listing all collectibles, including Training Manuals
Guide The Last of Us 1: Escape from Liberty Gardens Walkthrough
The Turning
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Guide The Last of Us 1: How to Open the Safe in Downtown
Subway's in Safe hands
Want to know how to open the Safe in Downtown in The Last of Us 1? In order to open the Safe, you'll first need to learn the Safe code combination.
News Digital Foundry Tech Review Shows Just How Far The Last of Us: Part I Has Come
Talk about a glow up
The wizards over at Digital Foundry have prepared an exhaustive comparison between the about-to-be-released The Last of Us: Part I and previous iterations of that game, The Last of Us: Part II, and even the souped-up, pre-release version of The Last of Us shown at E3 2012. The video clocks in at 50 minutes, and is likely to be...
Guide The Last of Us 1: How to Open the Safe in The Woods
It's totally Safe in The Woods
Want to know how to open the Safe in The Woods in The Last of Us 1? In order to open the Safe, you'll first need to
News The Last of Us PS5 Remake Has Easier Trophy List Than PS4, PS3 Versions
21 less Trophies to unlock
Unlocking the Platinum Trophy for The Last of Us: Part I is going to prove a simpler task than it did for the 2013 original and the PS4 remaster that followed a year later. The PS5 remake's Trophy list is available to view now on Exophase, and it reveals there are 21 fewer trinkets to unlock and that you won't need to...
Guide The Last of Us 1: How to Open the Safe in Suburbs
Suburbs are Safe neighbourhoods
Want to know how to open the Safe in Suburbs in The Last of Us 1? In order to open the Safe, y
Guide The Last of Us 1: All Items and How to Craft Them
Geared up
Looking for all Items and how to craft them in The Last of Us 1? While all Weapons locations and upgrades will provide you with your primary offensive options in Naughty Dog's devastating post-apocalyptic world, you'll also want to construct some tools and utilities to aid your endeavours. Many of the game's 6 Items will require scavenged...
News Yakuza: Like a Dragon 2 Reveal Could Be Incoming
RGG Studio teases 'sneak peek'
Our first proper look at Yakuza: Like a Dragon 2, or whatever the previously confirmed sequel turns out to be called, could be incoming. Developer RGG Studio is teasing a "sneak peek trailer" for something, as part of its next RGG Studio TV broadcast, scheduled for the 8th September. The stream is set to begin at 8PM...
Guide The Last of Us 1: All Comics Locations
Endure and survive
Looking for all Comics locations in The Last of Us 1? As part of our The Last of Us 1 guide, we're listing all collectibles, including Comics. Comics
News UK Government Investigating Xbox's Activision Buyout Further
Microsoft issues response
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has today revealed its investigation into Microsoft's proposed purchase of Call of Duty maker Activision requires more time in a "phase two" study. The initial findings have raised concerns about how "Microsoft could use its control over popular games like Call of Duty and World of...
Rumour That Long Awaited Silent Hill Reveal May Be Coming Sooner Rather Than Later
Keep at least a grain of salt at the ready
Stop us if you have heard this one before, but rumours of the long-awaited reveal of that Silent Hill 2 revival have begun to swirl again, with reliable folks indicating that we will find out more sometime in September. Andy Robinson over at VGC has heard from several sources that a reveal is imminent
News Developers Should Have an Easier Time Porting Their Games to PSVR2
Smooth sailing
The launch of PSVR2 is slated for early in 2023, and as the appointed time draws closer, we learn more and more about Sony's next foray into virtual reality. Case in point, Sony Interactive Entertainment's own Yasuo Takahashi and Kenjo Akiyama spoke at CEDEC (Computer Entertainment Developers Conference) last week. They highlighted...
Friday2nd Sep 2022
News Gremlins' Gizmo Takes Over MultiVersus on PS5, PS4 Next Week
Bright light
Update: In a separate Twitter message, MultiVersus developer Player First Games has confirmed that Gizmo and Stripe will both be unique additions to the platform fighter’s roster – and Gizmo is coming first, on 6th September. Are we all excited, then? And just like that, Gremlins’ Gizmo is coming to MultiVersus – er, next...
News NBA 2K23's 'Largest and Most Involved' Storyline Features Rapper J. Cole
Power trip
NBA 2K23 was already shaping up to be a gigantic package, between its Michael Jordan campaign and historical Franchise mode features, but of course there’s still MyCareer to consider. Much like last year, on new-gen consoles like PS5, you’ll be balancing your time between the NBA and your of
Thursday1st Sep 2022
News Tour the Hogwarts Legacy Common Rooms, New Gameplay Clips Shared
Make yourself at home
Avalanche Software has shared a new look at Hogwarts Legacy to mark this year's Back to Hogwarts Day, focusing on the Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff common rooms. In a presentation from community manager Chandler Wood, the video reveals the entrances to where the members of the four houses wind down, go to...
News Adorable RPG The Outbound Ghost Set to Haunt Your Console This November
Otherworldly delights
The Outbound Ghost is a delightful little 2.5D RPG all about helping ghosts ascend to the afterlife. Physical editions will be released on PS5 and PS4 on 25th November, with a digital release listed as later in 2022. We got a new trailer ostensibly for the PC release date, but there is plenty of gameplay included for our...
News Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn Packs a Punch in New Gameplay Trailer
Arrives early 2023
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, from the makers of successful indie Souls-like Ashen, is looking good in this latest video. Showing off about five minutes of gameplay, you get a good taste of combat, which combines an axe, a gun, and the magical abilities of your furry friend. It looks like you'll deal most of your damage with the...
News Bomb Rush Cyberfunk Tagged With a Delay, Getting Up in Summer 2023
Still looks funking awesome
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk is the spiritual successor to the cult-classic Jet Set Radio. While it was slated to release in 2022, developer Team Reptile has announced another delay (originally meant to launch in 2021). The funky title is now targeting a Summer 2023 release window. In Bomb Rush Cyberfunk, the art of graffiti...
News Synth Riders Announces Latest Song Pack, Features League of Legends Music
Available now
It’s no secret this humble writer loves Synth Riders, with its incredible gameplay and a steady supply of new content. It's one of the very best games you can get for your PlayStation VR headset! And Kluge Interactive has announced yet another pack of songs for their marvellous rhythm title, adding a smattering of songs pack...
News Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden Now Official, Out for PS4 on 13th September
New story, new skills
Following a PS Store leak last week, Square Enix has revealed Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden is indeed real and will be launching on PS4 as soon as 13th September 2022. It's another standalone story that requires no knowledge of previous titles T
Wednesday31st Aug 2022
Review The Last of Us: Part I (PS5) - A Better, More Beautiful Remake of a Modern Classic
It wasn't for nothing
The Last of Us: Part I feels like how you remember Naughty Dog’s critically acclaimed 2013 survival horror, which is both a blessing and a bit of a curse. In many ways, this PS5 re-release blurs the lines between remake and remaster, overhauling the original in almost all areas, without tinkering with what made it so great...
Review Need for Speed Heat - The Best NFS for Years, But That's Not Saying Much
Paradise lost
Republished on Wednesday 31st August 2022: We're bringing this review back from the archives following the announcement of September's PlayStation Plus lineup. The original text follows. Need for Speed Heat brings the franchise back from the brink of disaster, but it's only brought it back to being good again. The series has been on...
News Horizon Forbidden West Patch 1.18 Is Out Now on PS5, PS4
Get all the patch notes here
Guerrilla Games has deployed the latest Horizon Forbidden West update to PS5 and PS4 today, bringing the game up to version 1.18. The patch introduces a new face paint for Aloy to wear, which is a Pride Flag called Mark of Pride. You can take a look at it in the lead image above. For example, the paint across her...
Review Granblue Fantasy Versus - Superbly Crafted Fighter Is a Joy to Play and Behold
Sky's the limit
Republished on Wednesday 31st August 2022: We're bringing this review back from the archives following the announcement of September's PlayStation Plus lineup. The original text follows. A fighting game adaptation of the immensely popular mobile title, Granblue Fantasy Versus stands as yet another shining example of developer Arc...
News Sony to Acquire Minority Stake in Elden Ring Dev FromSoftware
Tencent, too
FromSoftware, the studio behind hit RPGs like Elden Ring and Dark Souls, has today announced it will be selling new shares to both Sony and Tencent. Kadokawa Corporation, the current owner of FromSoft, will retain the majority of shares, owning 69.66 per cent of the studio. Sony will purchase a 14.09 per cent stake, and Tencent...
News Massive F2P Action RPG Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis Is Out Now on PS5, PS4
Following two years on Xbox
SEGA's popular online action RPG Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis is finally here. The game has been an Xbox console exclusive for the last two years or so, but it's now available to download — for free — on PS4, and PS5 via backwards compatibility. Trying to explain what New Genesis actually is can take some...
Mini Review Toem (PS5) - Photography Puzzler Is a Picture Perfect Adventure
Say "cheese"
Republished on Wednesday 31st August 2022: We're bringing this review back from the archives following the announcement of September's PlayStation Plus lineup. The original text follows. Toem is an extremely refreshing experience. The scope of the game is rather small, but that's allowed developer Something We Made to double down on...
News God of War Ragnarok's Enhanced Shield Mechanics and Weapon Signature Moves Detailed
Embrace your inner shield-maiden
God of War Ragnarok's 9th November release date is fast approaching, and the excitement is palpable amongst the PlayStation faithful. Kratos' next adventure is getting the Game Informer cover treatment in September (with the digital edition live now), and we know new gameplay footage is coming. Today we learned some...
News Trophies Confirmed for Incoming PS1 Classic Syphon Filter 2
Sony Bend reveals
Sony Bend has revealed that just like the original Syphon Filter game, its sequel Syphon Filter 2 has been updated with Trophy support for its release into the PS Plus Premium tier. Available from 20th September 2022, you can unlock one more Platinum gong with Gabe Logan's face on it. The Trophy list that accompanied the first...
News Explore a Savage New World in Alien: Fireteam Elite's Pathogen Expansion
In space, no one can hear you scream
Aliens: Fireteam Elite's latest DLC, Pathogen, is available now on PS5 and PS4, and we got a new gameplay trailer showing off some coordinated Xenomorph busting action. The crew of the Endeavour embarks on an all-new campaign to find the source of a deadly disease, one that ravages both humans and Xeno alike...
News Latest PS Store Sale Reduces Prices on PS5, PS4 DLC, Special Editions, More
Extended Play deals now live
The previous PS Store sale ends today, and of course, Sony's prepared another one to pick up where it leaves off. From now until 14th September, the Extended Play offer brings hundreds of prices down, with an emphasis on DLC, season passes, and special editions of PS5 and PS4 games. However, some regular editions are...
News Drown in Content with Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous' Roguelike DLC
CRPG heaven
Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous is an incredibly deep isometric CRPG, and it's coming to PS4 on 29th September in the form of the Enhanced Edition, which is a revision of many of the base game's mechanics. Treasures of the Midnight Isles, a roguelike endless dungeon-style DLC, will also be available from launch, but sold separately...
News Konami Announcing New Game from a 'World-Loved Series' at TGS
But don't expect MGS or Silent Hill
Konami plans to reveal a new entry in a "world-loved series" at next month's Tokyo Games Show. The announcement will take place on 16th September 2022 during a 45-minute panel, where Japanese voice actor Yuki Kaji will be invited on stage to "represent fans". Confirmation of a new Konami game may see people...
News NetEase to Fully Acquire Detroit: Become Human Studio Quantic Dream
Dreaming big
Chinese company NetEase has announced it will acquire Quantic Dream, the developer behind the likes of Heavy Rain and Detroit: Become Human. Already holding a minority stake, NetEase will fully own the studio once the deal closes. Quantic Dream will retain its creative independence, and will be the company's first European studio as it...
News Classic Stealth Strategy Returns in Commandos 3 - HD Remaster, Available Now on PS4
Who dares, wins
Commandos 3 - HD Remaster is a remastered version of the classic stealth-strategy Commandos 3: Destination Berlin, which was originally released back in 2003. It is now available on PS4 in glorious high definition, with a redesigned controller scheme and UI for a smoother console experience. Travel to Berlin, the heart of the...
News Arcade Racer Sequel Horizon Chase 2 Speeds to Consoles in 2023
New horizons
Horizon Chase Turbo made its way to PS4 following the original game's big success on mobile, and it remains a robust retro-tinged racer. Now, developer Aquiris has announced the sequel, Horizon Chase 2, with the above trailer. Horizon Chase 2 looks to be mostly more of the same colourful, satisfying racing, but with some new twists of...
News Sam & Max Save the World, Beyond Time and Space Remasters Confirmed for PS4
Hot dog
Just yesterday, consistent leaker of gaming news, The Snitch, stated Sam & Max would be coming to PlayStation. Now, we have official confirmation by way of the above new trailer. So, to be clear: Sam & Max Save the World Remastered and Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Remastered are coming to PS4. There isn't long to wait,...
News Unearth an All New Adventure in the Ever-Changing Shovel Knight Dig
Can you dig it?
Shovel Knight Dig is an action platformer developed by Yacht Club Games and the next entry in the impeccable Shovel Knight series. It has been confirmed (Thanks, Gematsu) for a PlayStation release, "at a later date". When the dastardly Drill Knight destroys the tranquillity of Shovel Knight's idyllic camp, he takes up his Shovel...
Thursday1st Sep 2022
News Delightful Indie Game Tchia Shares a Tour of the Island
Our next holiday destination
Tchia developer Awaceb has shared a fresh look at its sweet, upcoming indie game all about exploration and island life, inspired by the New Caledonia islands of the South Pacific. Narrated by game director Phil Crifo, a whole nine minutes of footage introduces us to new gameplay mechanics and a surprisingly in-depth...
Wednesday31st Aug 2022
News NISA Showcase 2022 Promises Game Announcements and Updates Next Week
Dood!
NIS America has revealed that it'll be hosting a special showcase next week, on the 7th September. The publisher is promising four new game announcements, plus updates on upcoming titles. The show begins at 8AM PDT / 11AM EDT / 4PM BST. So, do we have any idea what might be shown? Well, NISA is describing the aforementioned four announcements...
News Four Minutes of God of War Ragnarok PS5, PS4 Footage Incoming
As Kratos is Game Informer's cover star
We’re just a couple of months away from launch, and God of War Ragnarok news is imminent. Game Informer has revealed the cover of its latest issue, and the hotly anticipated PS5 and PS4 follow-up is taking centre stage. “In the upcoming sequel, Kratos and Atreus must stave off a preordained catastrophe,...
Tuesday30th Aug 2022
News Unedited The Last of Us PS5 Gameplay Reveals Crawling Clickers
They ain't dead till they're dead
It’s time to take a trip to Bill’s Town – but this time on PS5. Ahead of the remake’s launch this week, Naughty Dog has released seven unedited minutes of The Last of Us: Part I gameplay, showcasing the new visuals and gameplay. There are several things to look out for in this clip, including the crawling...
Hands On Sonic Frontiers Is a Positive Step Forward That Needs Further Work
Welcome to the Starfall Islands
Sonic Frontiers didn't leave the strongest impression when SEGA first revealed it. Despite positive first previews, concerns were raised regarding combat and the game's visual design, amplified by the publisher's
News Countdown Begins as Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis Prepares For Liftoff on PS4
Look to the skies above
Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis is a free-to-play online action RPG set in the long-running Phantasy Star sci-fi universe, and is finally releasing on PS4 in just a few hours' time, on 30th August, and you don't even need a PlayStation Plus subscription to log in. New Genesis is a massively updated version of Phantasy...
News Naughty Dog Reflects on How The Last of Us: Part I Honors the Original
Remember where you came from
The Last of Us: Part I's release is imminent, with the gorgeous-looking remake set to launch on PS5 in just a few short days, on 2nd September. We've had a launch trailer, and another looking at the impressive suite of accessibility options coming to the title, and today we got a more introspe
News Lost Soul Aside Still Missing in Action, But 2022 Return Is Planned
Not lost yet
We've been writing about Lost Soul Aside since 2016, back when it was just a one-man indie project, just before it was snapped up by Sony. The incredibly flashy Devil May Cry-esque action game has been in and out of the news cycle over the years, with its most recent reappearance confirming that it'll be
News Shadow Hearts Successor Penny Blood Gets New Trailer, Kickstarter Blows Up Overnight
Shouldn't be surprised, really
Yesterday we brought you news of a novel Double Kickstarter project, headed by the original creators of the Wild Arms and Shadow Hearts franchises, that seeks to create spiritual successors to both series. Well, the Kickstarter is live and blowing up, and we got a trailer for Penny Blood, to boot. At the time of...
News Star Ocean: The Divine Force Shows More Story, Characters, Combat
Star's the limit
Square Enix has released another lengthy Star Ocean: The Divine Force trailer, this time covering a range of topics such as overarching story, newly revealed characters, and some key combat details. The action RPG continues to look fairly promising — despite the dodgy character faces — and developer tri-Ace will be hoping that...
Wednesday31st Aug 2022
You're already dead
With all the different death animations developer Striking Distance Studios has squeezed into PS5 and PS4 survival horror The Callisto Protocol, it was always going to find a way to force you to see them. And according to an interview with IGN Japan, this is its solution: you ain’t getting the Platinum Trophy without dying...
Tuesday30th Aug 2022
News Train Sim World 3 Powers Up PS5, PS4 with 174 Trophies, More Attainable Platinum
On the right track
Train Sim World 3, the rail simulation sequel from Dovetail Games, will launch next week on both PS5 and PS4 – and its Trophies have hit Sony’s servers in preparation. Fans of the series will know it’s renowned for its enormous Trophy lists – Train Sim World 2 has a whopping 255 gongs to collect – and this latest entry...
Wednesday31st Aug 2022
News NHL 23 PS5, PS4 Gameplay Trailer Showcases Surprisingly Strong Roster of Improvements
Change 'em up
Hot off the heels of its reveal trailer, NHL 23 has showcased a proper look at some of the gameplay changes we can look forward to. In a surprisingly meaty video, we get a glimpse at some of the upcoming improvements to expect with the latest iteration of the lone NHL game on the market. Let’s dive in! The first chunk of the trailer...
Tuesday30th Aug 2022
News System Shock Sequels are a Matter for Tencent to Decide, Says IP Owner
One step at a time
Nightdive Studios, the developer of the upcoming System Shock remake and owner of the original IP, says that the future of the franchise is now in the hands of publisher Tencent. Speaking to VGC at Gamescom, Nightdive CEO Stephen Kick explained that the rights to the third game, which has been in development under studio...
News Help Make PS5's Next Big Online Multiplayer Game with London Studio's Paid Internship
Player One Programme announced
Getting into creative industries can be incredibly tough, and with gaming still somewhat secretive about how the sausage is made, it can feel impossible at times if you're looking to break in. Fortunately, opportunities do present themselves from time to time, and today, PlayStation's London Studio has announced a very...
News KartRider: Drift Open Beta Powerslides to PS4 on 31st August
Global Racing Test nearly here
In case you'd forgotten about this game (we sort of had), KartRider: Drift is a free-to-play kart racing game heading to PS4 and other platforms. Coming from South Korean publisher Nexon, it's scheduled to cross the finish line later this year, but before its proper launch, an open beta will be available to play, and...
News Add 9 Years of Shadows to the Growing List of Metroidvania Titles to Watch
Spoiled for choice
9 Years of Shadows is an upcoming Metroidvania-style game from developer Halberd Studios, originally slated to come to PS4 on October 11, but has been delayed with a release date yet to be determined. In the meantime, we got an animated story trailer that includes a hefty dose of gameplay. Featuring a gorgeous visual aesthetic, a...
Random We Want This Physical Version of Cult of the Lamb's Knucklebones Mini-Game
Not baa-d
Cult of the Lamb is a great game in its own right, but its simple mini-game, Knucklebones, is a fun change of pace from all that dungeon crawling and follower sacrificing. It's a game in which two players take turns rolling six-sided dice, placing them into one of three columns and competing for points. There are very few rules, but it...
Rumour Sam & Max Save the World, Beyond Time and Space Remasters Bound for PS5, PS4
Telltale's adventure games bounce back?
Telltale's Sam & Max games were some of its earliest narrative-driven titles, dating back to 2007 or so. Fast-forwarding a bit, and the first two of these beloved episodic hits were remastered by Skunkape, though neither of these revamps have made it to PS4 or PS5 thus far. If reliable leaker The Snitch is...
News Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Netflix Anime Chips In on 13th September
NSFW trailer is a trip
Content Warning: The below trailer for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners features bloody violence and sexual imagery, as well as strong strobe effects. Hey, this Cyberpunk anime is actually looking pretty darn good, isn't it? The stylishly titled Cyberpunk: Edgerunners now has a 13th September Netflix release date, and the series will...
Monday29th Aug 2022
News Ghost Song Is Classic Metroidvania with the Cosmic Terror Dialed to 11
You are not alone
Ghost Song is an atmospheric 2D action game inspired by classic Metroidvania titles, and its coming to PS5 and PS4 on 3rd November. In Ghost Song, you play as a long-dormant Deadsuit, newly awakened and combat-ready. Explore the beautifully illustrated vaults and forgotten ruins of Lorian, a desolate moon. Acquire powerful new...
News New PS5 Model Reportedly Lighter Than Ever
New and very slightly improved
Japanese retailers are expecting Sony to release a new PS5 model in September, but it looks like the latest revision has already arrived in Australia. This is according to Australian site Press Start, in a report that says Sony has once again managed to reduce the console's overall weight, supposedly through the...
Shell of a good time
Following the fantastic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge released this past June, Digital Eclipse — developer of compilations like Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection — has teamed up with Konami to re-release its TMNT games based on the 1987 series. Cowabunga Collection collates 13 titles from the NES,...
News UK Sales Charts: Saints Row Claims the Throne, Sells Best on PS5
Horizon Forbidden West in second
Despite a lukewarm critical reception (though we liked it), Saints Row has surged to the top of the UK's physical games chart for a number one debut. It dethrones Horizon Forbidden West, which has been in the top spot for several weeks running. Deep Silver's bonkers open world title sells just over half of its copies...
News PlayStation Acquires Savage Game Studios, Focusing on Mobile Games
PlayStation Studios grows once again
PlayStation has today announced its plan to acquire Savage Game Studios to bolster its mobile games development. Hermen Hulst, head of PlayStation Studios, made the announcement over on the PS Blog. If you don't know the team, it's a company comprising two European studios that make mobile games. Among its staff...
News Sony: Efforts Beyond PS5, PS4 Do Not Diminish Our Passion for Amazing Single Player Games
Additive actions
Sony is trying to grow the PlayStation brand beyond the boundaries of its console. As more time passes, it’s becoming increasingly clear what the platform holder’s remit looks like: bring more award-winning PlayStation properties to more people. We’re seeing the fruits of its labour through its expansion to PC, television, and...
News New Mafia Game Confirmed in Development
It's official
Regular readers may remember a rumour that was doing the rounds back in May. The word on the street was that Hangar 13 — the developer behind the Mafia series — was working on a new instalment. Fast forward a few months and here we are, with publisher 2K officially confirming that the next Mafia game is in the works. It's early...
News Oh Lawd He Comin: Big Chungus Potentially Appearing in MultiVersus
Trademarked for use in video games and more
Big Chungus, a popular Internet meme from a few years ago, could be coming back in a major way. Warner Bros. has recently applied for a trademark for the character, referring to its use in myriad contexts — including video games. With MultiVersus embracing characters from all corners of the media...
News Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty About 40 Hours Long with Linear, Level-Based Structure
Whoa, long
Team Ninja's next hardcore action RPG, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, looks very promising indeed — have a watch of its recent gameplay trailer to see how it's going. The developer, which previously brought us a pair of great Souls-like games with Nioh and Nioh 2, is building on its past efforts, though this new title will share some DNA with...
First Impressions SEGA's Multiplayer FPS Hyenas Is Baffling, But Maybe in a Good Way
Merch-obsessed shooter is an odd one
Having seen a behind closed doors presentation of SEGA's and Creative Assembly’s upcoming PvPvE shooter, Hyenas, the first thing we couldn’t help but think was, “This does not feel like a SEGA game”. Our second thought was “This really doesn't feel like a Creative Assembly game”. SEGA hasn't released...
News Double Kickstarter Wants to Create Spiritual Successors to Wild Arms, Shadow Hearts
A true two for one deal
A self-described Double Kickstarter project is about to begin, with original creators from both the Wild Arms and Shadow Heart franchises of JRPGs teaming up to create spiritual successors to their respective series, where hitting stretch goals for one will benefit the other. WILD BUNCH Productions is a company founded by...
News Sony Establishes PS Studios Mobile Division as Smartphone Push Intensifies
Operates independently adjacent to console development
The award-winning PlayStation Studios, which houses renowned developers like Naughty Dog and Guerrilla Games, is getting a contemporary. Alongside its acquisition of Savage Game Studios, platform holder Sony has announced that it’s created a new business unit: PS Studios Mobile Division. This...
News Firewall Dev Delays Announcement, Might Suggest PSVR2 News Incoming
First Contact celebrates game's 4th anniversary
First Contact Entertainment is the studio behind fan-favourite PSVR shooter, Firewall Zero Hour. Despite its relatively small audience, the game received pretty consistent updates for a long time, and today it celebrates its fourth anniversary. It seems the developer had planned to announce some news...
News Sinister Fishing Adventure Game Dredge Sets Sail for 2023 Release on PS5, PS4
Boredom makes men to villains
Dredge is a fishing adventure game in which you captain a fish trawler through some decidedly troubled waters, and it's been announced for PS5 and PS4, launching sometime in 2023. In Dredge, you will explore a remote archipelago called the Marrows, a chain of islands that offers lucrative opportunities for intrepid...
News Skate Sick New Spots in Session's Depiction of Iconic San Francisco
Epic
Session is an upcoming skating simulation game developed by Crea-Ture Studios, set to kick-flip its way onto PS5 and PS4 on 22nd September. We got a new trailer scouting out some sick spots in the Bay Area, in iconic locations from San Francisco's rich skating history. Set up the ultimate line in China Banks, or annoy the tourists down at Pier...
News Nobody Saves the World's Frozen Hearth DLC Tasks You with Saving It All Over Again
Someone's got to do it
Nobody Saves the World is getting its first paid DLC in the form of Frozen Hearth, and it's coming to PS5 and PS4 on 13th September. Frozen Hearth will add even more flexibility and customisation with the inclusion of the new Killer Bee and Mechanic forms, that can be used in both the new region introduced and throughout the...
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