PS5 News (Page 8)
Monday24th Mar 2025
News Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 Bites an ESRB Rating
Signs of life from the MIA vampire RPG
We've been waiting for Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2, well, since the first released back in 2004. But in a real sense, the revival of the hugely influential vampire RPG was announced in 2019, and it sounds like the game has been stuck in various kinds of development hell for years. Still, it was just...
News Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Will Reportedly Include Bam Margera After All
Viva la Bam
Fans eager to relive the glory days of skating in the upcoming Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 were somewhat mystified by the apparent exclusion of early 2000s skating icon and stuntman Bam Margera. Apparently, Mr Hawk himself decided to pull rank, demanding that Activision do whatever needed to be done to ensure that Margera was present in...
News A Song About PlayStation Is Topping the Charts in Japan
YOASOBI strikes again
A song dedicated to PlayStation’s 30th anniversary is topping the charts in Japan. You may recall Sony signed local artist YOASOBI to write a song celebrating its console’s 30th anniversary. Players were encouraged to share their memories about the brand, and those have been immortalised in a distinctive electropop ditty...
News Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Dev Won't Add Mini Map, Discovery a Key Part of Promising PS5 RPG
In-game story reason for no mini map too
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 studio Sandfall Interactive has revealed it won't be adding a mini map to the upcoming PS5 RPG despite one or two complaints of players getting lost during a recent round of Previews. Speaking to Eurogamer at a recent GDC event, COO Francois Meurisse said the only change it'll be...
Guide Death Stranding 2: Full Cast and All Voice Actors
Every celebrity likeness and voice in Death Stranding 2
Just like the first game, Death Stranding 2 is packed full of celebrity faces and incredible voice talent. Hideo Kojima just loves to get his popular mates in his game, to the point where you will recognise multiple characters from the real world throughout the campaign. This Death Stranding 2...
News Astro Bot's Big Success the Result of Keeping Scope Small and Simple, Says Director
"It's okay to make a small game"
Astro Bot charmed the world last year, giving PS5 players a truly fantastic platformer that would go on to win numerous Game of the Year nods. In a talk at this year's Game Developers Conference, director Nicolas Doucet talks about the making of this cutesy platformer, focusing mostly on how limiting the scope...
News Underwater Horror Game Dark Mass Surfaces on PS5 in 2026
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water...
Dark Mass is a psychological horror game set entirely underwater, which is honestly a pretty freaky concept in and of itself. Developed by Path Games, it will be released on PS5 in Fall 2026. Players will don the wetsuit of Alice, a deep-sea explorer who, with the assistance of her...
News Miniscule Hollow Knight: Silksong PC Update Gets Fans Excited Once Again
GeForce NOW, copyright year listed
Hollow Knight: Silksong fans are so starved of information at the moment that even a minor update to the title's Steam page is enough to set tongues wagging. In the past 24 hours, the SteamDB website tracked an update to the storefront which saw the Team Cherry sequel tagged as supporting GeForce NOW and updated...
Sunday23rd Mar 2025
Rumour New God of War PS5 Game Returns to Greece This Year
Said to be a "side-story project"
Sony has a completely new God of War PS5 game up its sleeve that sees Kratos return to Greece, and it's releasing later this year, new claims suggest. As the franchise's 20th-anniversary (22nd March) comes and goes with just God of War Ragnarok armour and skins, a tribute video, and merch, Jeff Grubb of Giant Bomb...
News Journalist Apologises for Adding Fuel to the 'Final Fantasy 16 Flopped on PS5' Fire
Square Enix president misquoted
When a game gets the stench of failure, it can be hard to shake. We saw this in the most extreme instance with Concord: a game that, admittedly, had plenty of faults – but just couldn’t shake the bad reputation attached to it. Final Fantasy 16 has never been victim to such extreme treatment, but there has been a...
News PS5 Pro System Seller Assassin's Creed Shadows Will Get a Big Upgrade
Ubisoft will add PSSR support
We’re slowly beginning to see PS5 Pro show its true colours. While the launch slate was strong, some sceptics complained that the $700 system wasn’t offering an obvious upgrade. But with Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Ubisoft has tapped into the hardware’s horsepower, and offered a “generational upgrade”. But...
Saturday22nd Mar 2025
News Assassin's Creed Shadows Now Surpasses 2 Million Players in Two Days
Trending ahead of Origins, Odyssey
Assassin's Creed Shadows has, at long last, arrived, and players have come swarming out of the woodwork on launch day to support it. Not even 24 hours after going live and Ubisoft has already reported that more than a million players had begun Naoe and Yasuke's adventure through feudal Japan. It's an impressive...
News Monster Hunter Wilds' Campaign Has an Impressive 73% Completion Rate on PS5
High Rank awaits
Around three quarters of Monster Hunter Wilds players have pushed through the game's main story campaign on PS5. That's according to Trophy data, which has the silver 'Bringer of Harmony' trinket marked as "common" at 73.1%. Wilds has been out for just under a month, which makes this a fairly impressive completion rate when...
News Hotly Anticipated RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Ready for PS5 Launch
Release date set for 24th April
Sandfall Interactive has revealed its promising PS5 title Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has now gone gold, meaning work on the 1.0 version of the RPG is now complete. The developer shared the news on Twitter, where it said it is "incredibly grateful for all the support, and we can’t wait for you to experience the...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 573
We're all off to Feudal Japan
After a slight lull following the release of Monster Hunter Wilds, significant video game releases are back on the agenda as Assassin's Creed Shadows launches on PS5. Is that what you're playing this weekend, or do you have something else planned? Here are our picks for the weekend. Echo Apsey: I'm planning to wrap up...
Friday21st Mar 2025
Guide Best Strategy Games on PS5
The best strategy games on PS5 ranked and rated
What are the best strategy games on PS5? If you're more of a thinker than a doer, strategy games are probably more your speed. Fortunately, there are lots of options for tactical play on PS5. Strategy games have been around for a long time, and have evolved into two main camps: turn-based strategy...
Review Atomfall (PS5) - British Charm Elevates Riveting Mystery
Work out to help out
For seven years now, British developer Rebellion has honed and enhanced its craft on iterative sequels. A second Evil Genius, a fourth Zombie Army, a fifth Sniper Elite — all perfectly good to great games in their own right, but based on an already fine-tuned formula. Atomfall, then, the studio’s first new IP since Strange...
News God of War Ragnarok's 20th Anniversary Update Has Arrived, Here Are the Patch Notes
Time to play dress up
Sony Santa Monica is celebrating the franchise's 20th anniversary with a free update to God of War Ragnarok, inspired by the first God of War and its original working title. Thus, the "Dark Odyssey" set will allow players a new set of cosmetic options for Kratos and friends. In addition to these new cosmetics, you can now use...
News God of War Fans Gutted with Free 20th Anniversary Goodies
"They give us pure crap"
God of War is enjoying its 20th anniversary, and while developer Santa Monica Studio already telegraphed there’d be no remasters or re-releases of the original games to celebrate, fans are still gutted with the way the maker’s marking the occasion. In addition to an update for God of War Ragnarok –
News Life Is Strange: Double Exposure Wins GDC Social Impact Award, But Everyone Got Laid Off
No one left to accept the honour
In one of the sadder, more revealing tales we've heard recently, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure was honoured by the industry at the Game Developers Choice Awards 2025, winning the Social Impact category. However, following repeated rounds of layoffs after the sequel's poor sales perfor
News Dave the Diver's Like a Dragon DLC Will Only Be Available for Six Months After April Launch
Ichiban's Holiday coming soon
Dave the Diver developer Mintrocket has announced a release date of 10th April, 2025 for the Like a Dragon collab DLC, Ichiban's Holiday. However, fans should be aware that they will have a limited timeframe of six months in which to purchase the DLC before it is removed from digital storefronts, like PS Store. This...
News Cult Classic FPS Painkiller Returns in 'Modern Reimagining' on PS5
DOOM slayer?
Co-publishers Saber Interactive and 3D Realms have announced Painkiller, a reboot of the highly acclaimed 2004 first-person shooter. Coming to PS5 later this year, this is a "modern reimagining" of the cult classic FPS from developer Anshar Studios. Painkiller is a high octane shooter cut from the same cloth as DOOM and Serious Sam,...
News Metal Eden PS5 Gets Blistering Gameplay Trailer, Demo in April
Rip their COREs out
Metal Eden is a sci-fi FPS in which players take on the role of a "hyper-unit", and it looks pretty slick. We got a look at gameplay in a new trailer, as well as word that a demo will be coming to PlayStation on 8th April, which is always appreciated. Sent on a suicide mission to save the COREs of citizens trapped in the...
News Upcoming PS Plus Extra Game FBC: Firebreak Out for PS5 This Summer
New gameplay makes up latest trailer
Remedy has announced FBC: Firebreak, its new multiplayer game set in the Control universe, will release for PS5 in the Summer months. When it launches, the online spin-off will be immediately part of PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium.
News Capcom Celebrates Dragon's Dogma 2's 1st Anniversary, But There's Still No Sign of an Expansion
End the cycle
Dragon's Dogma 2 launched one year ago today, on the 22nd March 2024. And while Capcom has acknowledged the one-year anniversary, there's still no sign of an expansion. In truth, it's been a fairly frustrating 12 months for fans of the open world RPG. While its core gameplay is, in our humble opinion, something really special, the...
News PlayStation's Solar-Powered Controller Patent Might Help with Battery Life Woes
Here comes the Sun
A recently discovered patent published by Sony Interactive Entertainment suggests the company is experimenting with the idea of charging controllers by sunlight. Spotted by Tech4Gamers, the patent seems pretty straightforward — a controller with "photovoltaic elements" allowing it to absorb light from the Sun and power your pad...
News Infinity Nikki Lightens the Mood with Massive PS5 Update
A season of revelry
The next update for popular PS5 platformer Infinity Nikki is just days away, and after the gothic vibes of the current patch, you can look forward to something a little more light-hearted with the Revelry season. Due out on 25th March, the main addition here is a kind of dance festival you’ll be participating in, which looks...
News Split Fiction Looks Set for Hollywood as Bidding War Begins for Movie Adaptation
So Fares so good
Split Fiction, the just-released new game from co-op specialist developer Hazelight Studios, is already in talks for a movie adaptation. That's according to a new report from Variety, citing sources at GDC in San Francisco. Apparently, media company Story Kitchen — which specialises in game-to-film/TV adaptations — is working...
News Slenderman Makes His Horrifying Arrival on PSVR2 Next Month
Cult horror classic coming soon
A modern cult classic among horror fans is Slender: The Arrival, a first-person adventure in which you're tormented by the sinister Slenderman as you explore the woods. Now, it's been confirmed the game will be getting the PSVR2 treatment. Developers Blue Isle Studios and Perp Games have joined forces for the port,...
Thursday20th Mar 2025
PS5's best anime games, ranked and rated
What are the best anime games on PS5? Whether you're looking for games based on specific manga and anime properties, or you're simply a fan of anime-style aesthetics, this list is designed to pick out the best of the best on PS5. But before we begin, let's just clarify what we mean by 'anime games'. As...
Video PS5 Pro vs PS5 - Assassin's Creed Shadows Offers 'Generational Upgrade' on Sony's New System
This is next-gen
Ubisoft’s latest and greatest is peak Assassin’s Creed, as we pointed out in our Assassin’s Creed Shadows PS5 review. But depending which version of Sony’s system you own, you’re probably wondering how the title stacks up. Well, we’ll freely admit we’re no Digital Foundry when it comes to the tech facts, but we’ve...
Guide Assassin's Creed Shadows: All Legendary Armor Sets and Where to Find Them
The best armor in Assassin's Creed Shadows
Looking for all Legendary Armor Sets in Assassin's Creed Shadows? Well, you've come to the right place. In this Assassin's Creed Shadows guide, we're going to list every Legendary Armor Set in the game, along with information on where you can find them. We've also got guides on All Legendary Weapons and
News PS5 Mega-Flop Concord Is Reaching Absurdly High Prices on eBay
World's most expensive coaster
Concord, the PS5 multiplayer shooter that no longer exists, is fetching frankly ridiculous prices on sites like eBay as its physical edition is becoming something of a collector's item. Boxed copies of the failed sci-fi FPS are being resold on the site for upwards of £300, in some cases, with several more listings...
News Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Issues New PS5 Patch, Changes UI and Performance Mode
Removes visual artifacts, new game option
Warhorse Studios has today published another Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 update on PS5, this time presenting it as more of a smaller hotfix than a substantial patch. Rather than a 55GB download, this time it's only 2.621GB. Across all versions of the RPG, the pause menu has been updated to remove the New...
Guide Assassin's Creed Shadows: How to Switch Weapons
How to equip secondary weapon
How do you switch weapons in Assassin's Creed Shadows? No matter whether you're playing as Naoe or Yasuke, you can have two weapons equipped to your loadout to expand your capabilities. In this Assassin's Creed Shadows guide, we're going to reveal how to switch weapons. How Do You Switch Weapons in Assassin's Creed...
Guide Assassin's Creed Shadows: All Legendary Weapons and Where to Find Them
The best weapons in Assassin's Creed Shadows
Looking for all Legendary Weapons in Assassin's Creed Shadows? Well, you've come to the right place. In this Assassin's Creed Shadows guide, we're going to list every Legendary Weapon in the open world RPG, along with details on where you can find them. We've also got guides on All Legendary Armor Sets...
Poll Are You Playing Assassin's Creed Shadows?
Hidden in plain sight
Originally meant to release in November of last year, Assassin's Creed Shadows has finally arrived, two launch date delays later. It's no secret that a lot is riding on this game for Ubisoft. The embattled publisher is desperate for a win, and it'll be hoping that its best-selling franchise can turn the tide. The open world...
News Assassin's Creed Shadows Romance Misinformation Hits New Low on Social Media
Sweet little lies
Assassin's Creed Shadows has only just released, but social media websites like X (formerly Twitter) are already flooded with misinformation about the game — most of which is being perpetuated by accounts looking to stir the ever-profitable 'controversy' pot. In particular, it's Shadows' romance system that's caught the eye of...
News FromSoftware's PS1 Armored Core Trilogy Forgot to Load the Trophies
Failure to launch (with Trophies)
Anticipated PS1 FromSoftware titles Armored Core, Armored Core: Project Phantasma, and Armored Core: Master of Arena are now available as part of your PS Plus Premium subscription or can be purchased separately. Alas, it seems we've hit a snafu. Wouldn't you know it, some careless engineer f
News Dev Irate About 'Illegal' Use of Its Property As AI Rip Off of Xbox Game Appears on PS Store
The name's Flight Simulator
For a few brief minutes earlier today, one PS5 Trophy hunter thought they had uncovered evidence of a Microsoft Flight Simulator port. A new Trophy list was picked up by PSN Profiles for "Flight Simulator 2025", tricking those interested in the heavily rumoured Xbox port into believing the PS5 version is right around the...
News The Last of Us 2 Remastered Adding Free Content, Trophies for All Players on PS5
Intergalactic crossover costume included
The Last of Us 2 Remastered is coming to PC on 3rd April, ahead of the premiere of the second season of HBO Max’s critically acclaimed television adaptation. But if you already own the game on the PS5, there’s lots to look forward to. Naughty Dog, in partnership with Iron Galaxy and Nixxes, is adding new...
News Tekken 8 and Atelier Yumia Is Not the Crossover We Expected to See Today
We're not Tekken the p*ss
A Tekken 8 and Atelier Yumia crossover? Yes, it's really happening, and we would love to know how this actually got approved. Publishers Bandai Namco and Koei Tecmo have, for some reason, got together and decided to run a promotion between the two PS5 titles. In Tekken 8, free "costumes, special skills, and accessories"...
Preview Rejuvenated Atari Is Bringing Some Absolute Bangers to PS5
Here's how you bring back an iconic brand
You may not have been paying attention, but Atari is back. The once legendary console manufacturer turned third-party publisher has gone through all kinds of turmoil and management turnover, but the current incarnation of the company is awesome: it respects its legacy – warts and all – and genuinely...
News Saros, Housemarque's Upcoming PS5 Exclusive, Only Possible Thanks to Sony Acquisition
Studio's biggest budget game yet
The next game from Housemarque is Saros, and it's set to be the biggest game from the Finnish studio yet. In a recent interview with Helsingin Sanomat (paywalled), the developer's CEO Ilari Kuittinen talks about the upcoming project, commenting that it's only possible because of Sony's acquisition of the company...
Guide Assassin's Creed Shadows Guide: Best Gear, Collectibles, and Tips
Your ultimate Assassin's Creed Shadows resource
In this Assassin's Creed Shadows guide, we're covering the Best Gear you can find across open world Japan, in addition to some of the more vague Collectibles spread across its vast map. We shall also answer a variety of
News Classic GTA Meets DHL in Deliver At All Costs, Out in May on PS5
Konami goes first-class
Konami and developer Far Out have announced their top-down classic GTA-style meets delivery simulator game Deliver At All Costs will launch for PS5 on 22nd May 2025. Pre-orders are available now on the PS Store, and PS Plus members can get a 10 per cent discount, bringing the cost down to £22.49 / $26.99. You can watch a...
Guide Assassin's Creed Shadows: All Legendary Trinkets and Where to Find Them
The best trinkets in Assassin's Creed Shadows
Looking for all Legendary Trinkets in Assassin's Creed Shadows? Well, you've come to the right place. In this Assassin's Creed Shadows guide, we're going to list every Legendary Trinket in the open world title, along with info on where you can find them. We've also got guides on All Legendary Weapons a
News Split Fiction Duo Beat Gruelling Hidden Level, Get to See Hazelight's Next Game Early
Feel free to tell us all about it
Split Fiction, the latest cooperative masterpiece from Hazelight, has been selling like hotcakes and keeping friends and couples either together or at each other's throats for a couple of weeks now. One particularly dynamic duo has stumbled into and subsequently cleared the gruelling "Laser Hell" level. As a reward,...
News New PlayStation Studio Dark Outlaw Games Acknowledged on Official Site
Hidden page found on website
Sony's newest first-party developer Dark Outlaw Games is officially recognised on the PlayStation website now, despite the fact it hasn't said a word about it. Most likely because of the latter, however, it's a web page you have to work to find. A page with the Dark Outlaw Games logo on it spins out of the PlayStation...
News System Shock 2 PS5, PS4 Remaster Is an Essential Summer Playthrough
Out on 26th June
Nightdive Studios has confirmed its 25th anniversary remaster of System Shock 2, which is widely considered to be one of the greatest games ever made, will release for PS5 and PS4 this summer on 26th June 2025. Rather than a complete remake like the first game received, this is a remaster that'll run at up to 120 frames-per-second...
