@BrockSmith Tried my Platinums the other night with the new firmware, it didn't offer any of the adjustability options shown for the newer headset / earbuds. Nevermind, I'll keep rocking my Platinums until the battery is no longer viable, then I'll just use it as a wired headset.
@xDD90x That happened to my Platinum's earcups as well. I figured it was a combination of the heat they endure when I'm wearing them as well as the climate here in Barbados. I take care of my things as well and couldn't stand to see the peeling on an otherwise new looking headset, so I removed the earcup pads and used rubbing alcohol to remove the rest of the faux leather coating and the adhesive residue. Afterwards I washed them by hand and let them air dry. Took a bit of doing, but what was left is a kind of velvety fabric covering the foam that still feels good on the ears.
I use the PS Platinum headset I bought for my PS4 years ago on my PS5. They really don't have much mileage on them and still sound great. Hoping this update supports the older Sony headsets as well as the current/new range.
I'm looking forward to this. Not sure just yet if it's coming to movie theatres here in Barbados, but if not I sure hope it ends up on Netflix or one of the other streaming platforms.
Hmmm, hope there is not yet another manufactured controversy about this new model. But this is the internet, of course there will be. Maybe they've further reduced the amount of copper in the console's heatsink. Is it too early for there to have been a die shrink on the APU used in the PS5?
I'd really like to know the MSRP first. I'm kinda expecting USD$150-$170. Considering a normal DualSense costs BD$200 (USD$100) here in Barbados, I wouldn't be at all surprised if the Edge ends up costing BD$300-$350 here. Probably more, depending on the retailer. In which case, I'll say 'Hell nah, I'm good with the standard DS."
I know it's a corporation run by living, breathing, feeling humans, so mistakes are always possible, but Sony's been scoring a number of own goals and taking some body blows of late, hasn't it?
@LiamCroft I really appreciated this counterpoint. I am planning to get the game and I am a cat owner myself, but this article pretty much perfectly sums up what I've been thinking about as reasons why it may not be worth it to get it, even if just to hold off for a bit. Thank you.
@SamMR Because even though I'm about 85% sure I'm going to get this game, I still like to read some reviews to get a general idea of whether or not I'm going to buy at launch, or wait a bit.
@Ryany even if it rates a 5/10 critically, trust and believe it'll be someone out there's GOTY contender. It's what you like to play and what you get the most enjoyment out of that counts.
@carlos82 would be great if Polyphony Digital uses this as a positive and removes the always-online requirement from GT7 and GT Sport before that game's servers go offline.
I've been waiting for this announcement. I'm glad to know the current-gen version is finally (almost) here. It would be great if the developers have been able to upgrade the generic looping engine audio to sound like the real trucks.
@Dezzy70 Looking on enviously at the bundles you lot get in the UK. Here in Barbados, a PS5 disc edition alone (no bundled game(s), headset or racing wheel) costs $2,300 😬
1 British Pound = 2.65 Barbados Dollars, according to today's exchange rates.
As a graphic designer myself, I'm a bit disappointed by this Street Fighter logo, even if it does turn out to be a placeholder. I mean, come on, Capcom is developing a new entry in a decades-old franchise, surely they had tons of time to finalize a new logo that would be instantly recognizable. Don't bring it possibly being for e-sports into it; this isn't even suitable for a tournament, let alone a new game in an established franchise. I know 'minimalist' logo design is a current trend, but it worked for Nissan and Kia, it doesn't quite work for Street Fighter.
Yeah yeah, that's great and all, but what I really want to see is a HFW skin and DLC for Astro's Playroom. Think about it. It's preinstalled on every PS5 sold, and owners who may have already played through the game but not yet bought HFW may be tempted to reinstall it and get a little taste of the new game. Astro's Playroom could be the perfect 'upcoming game' marketing vehicle if Sony put in a little work.
Yes folks, the venerable PS4 can still produce graphics of this quality. Not like the machine that we've spent the last 8 years playing on is suddenly decrepit. I'm very happy to see it perform this well into it's life cycle. Owners can rest assured their investment can keep chugging along, even if it may sound like a jet.
"But, but... the internet is always right about these things, isn't it? The internet knows the internal workings of these corporations better than they know themselves!"
I'll be playing my brand new PS5 for the very first time later today, after work and visiting with family and friends. First game? Astro's Playroom, of course!
@get2sammyb Can PS4 owners that have the PS Plus PS4 version of FFVII Remake installed on the PS4 add the PS5 Upgrade to the library in advance of getting a PS5? I have a PS5 coming in a few days and would like to continue the game when I get set up.
I'm so glad Guerrilla Games dropped these screenshots, looks awesome and proves the PS4 is still punching above its weight visually. I just hope the framerate is solid.
Great that they haven't been leaked... yet. It's good to have a bit of a surprise every now and then, even if the games that are given aren't always to my taste. Ya know, kinda like how things used to be before Johnny on Twitter casually puts up the full PS Plus lineup because his uncle is a janitor at SIE who happens to know Jim Ryan's OneDrive password.
I'm hoping to finally get to play Horizon Zero Dawn. I bought it on sale ages ago but haven't got a chance to play it and see what all the hype was about.
Sony: "Do you guys not have 10 Gigabyte Ethernet connections?" Us: "No! Please give us time to download the trial before you start the timer!" Sony: "TOO BAD! Take it or leave it, chumps!" **goes back to counting stacks of cash**
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Funny how this cricket game is currently the only way you'd see a good consistent performance out of the West Indies, since the real life team has been performing below par for eons now.
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Re: Jaw-Dropping 30th Anniversary PS5 Pro Console and Accessories Will Bankrupt You
Would be nice if they would release some 30th Anniversary console covers for those of us that own the OG PS5 as well...
Re: PS5 Audio Experience Upgraded with New Equalizer, Sidetone Features
@BrockSmith Tried my Platinums the other night with the new firmware, it didn't offer any of the adjustability options shown for the newer headset / earbuds. Nevermind, I'll keep rocking my Platinums until the battery is no longer viable, then I'll just use it as a wired headset.
Re: PS5 Audio Experience Upgraded with New Equalizer, Sidetone Features
@xDD90x That happened to my Platinum's earcups as well. I figured it was a combination of the heat they endure when I'm wearing them as well as the climate here in Barbados. I take care of my things as well and couldn't stand to see the peeling on an otherwise new looking headset, so I removed the earcup pads and used rubbing alcohol to remove the rest of the faux leather coating and the adhesive residue. Afterwards I washed them by hand and let them air dry. Took a bit of doing, but what was left is a kind of velvety fabric covering the foam that still feels good on the ears.
Re: PS5 Audio Experience Upgraded with New Equalizer, Sidetone Features
I use the PS Platinum headset I bought for my PS4 years ago on my PS5. They really don't have much mileage on them and still sound great. Hoping this update supports the older Sony headsets as well as the current/new range.
Re: Movie Review: Gran Turismo - An Unexpectedly Great Racer
I'm looking forward to this. Not sure just yet if it's coming to movie theatres here in Barbados, but if not I sure hope it ends up on Netflix or one of the other streaming platforms.
Re: PlayStation Showcase Is 'Happening Very Soon', Says Reliable Reporter
@get2sammyb @LiamCroft https://blog.playstation.com/2023/05/17/youre-invited-playstation-showcase-broadcasts-live-next-wednesday-may-24-at-1pm-pacific-time/
Re: Sony and LeBron James Join Forces with Limited Edition PS5 Accessories
Are we missing the possible fact that this may be the first 'special edition' PS5 console cover since the system launched?
Re: State of Play Confirmed for Thursday with PSVR2, Indies, Third-Party Games, and Suicide Squad
@Beerheadgamer82 Mmmmm, juicy, juicy fried golden chicken nuggets. Thanks, I'm hungry now...
Re: State of Play Confirmed for Thursday with PSVR2, Indies, Third-Party Games, and Suicide Squad
@NEStalgia Well, you could always watch the State of Play in theatre mode in your PSVR2
Re: Naughty Dog Pays Tribute to The Last of Us: Part I Dev Who Passed Away During Production
That was a really nice tribute, kudos to Naughty Dog and rest in peace Daniel Kinnard.
Re: New PS5 Model Reportedly Lighter Than Ever
Hmmm, hope there is not yet another manufactured controversy about this new model.
But this is the internet, of course there will be.
Maybe they've further reduced the amount of copper in the console's heatsink.
Is it too early for there to have been a die shrink on the APU used in the PS5?
Re: Poll: How Much Would You Pay for the DualSense Edge PS5 Pro Controller?
I'd really like to know the MSRP first. I'm kinda expecting USD$150-$170. Considering a normal DualSense costs BD$200 (USD$100) here in Barbados, I wouldn't be at all surprised if the Edge ends up costing BD$300-$350 here. Probably more, depending on the retailer. In which case, I'll say 'Hell nah, I'm good with the standard DS."
Re: Sony Incorrectly Prices Marvel's Spider-Man PC in Select Countries
I know it's a corporation run by living, breathing, feeling humans, so mistakes are always possible, but Sony's been scoring a number of own goals and taking some body blows of late, hasn't it?
Re: Soapbox: I'm Sorry, But Your Cute Cat Game Isn't That Great
@LiamCroft I really appreciated this counterpoint. I am planning to get the game and I am a cat owner myself, but this article pretty much perfectly sums up what I've been thinking about as reasons why it may not be worth it to get it, even if just to hold off for a bit. Thank you.
Re: Stray (PS5) - Atmospheric Adventure Is the Cat's Pyjamas
@Quintumply the controller PURRS?!
As if I wasn't looking forward to this review and this game enough.
SOLD!
Re: Feature: What Are Your Most Anticipated PS5, PS4 Games for the Rest of 2022?
@SamMR Because even though I'm about 85% sure I'm going to get this game, I still like to read some reviews to get a general idea of whether or not I'm going to buy at launch, or wait a bit.
Re: Feature: What Are Your Most Anticipated PS5, PS4 Games for the Rest of 2022?
@Ryany even if it rates a 5/10 critically, trust and believe it'll be someone out there's GOTY contender. It's what you like to play and what you get the most enjoyment out of that counts.
Re: Feature: What Are Your Most Anticipated PS5, PS4 Games for the Rest of 2022?
I picked just one game as my most anticipated for the rest of 2022.
It is Stray.
Waiting in anticipation for your review, PushSquare.
Re: Gran Turismo 7 Patch 1.17 Adds Three Cars, a Track, and Menus
Seems like a solid update, can't wait to try it out.
Re: Gran Turismo Replaced by Assetto Corsa Competizione at FIA Motorsport Games
@Would_you_kindly agreed, I don't think it will happen at all, but it would be a nice surprise if it did.
Re: Gran Turismo Replaced by Assetto Corsa Competizione at FIA Motorsport Games
@carlos82 would be great if Polyphony Digital uses this as a positive and removes the always-online requirement from GT7 and GT Sport before that game's servers go offline.
Re: Project M Is a Ridiculously Good Looking Unreal Engine 5 Game Coming to Consoles
Me: "Wow."
Pushsquare: "Can you think of something more to say?"
Me: "Wow...wee?"
Re: GreedFall 2: The Dying World Announced for 2024
If it's coming in 2024, I'd be shocked if it's on PS4. We'll see though, the old girl has certainly proven that it's still capable.
Re: PS5, PS4 Cat-'Em-Up Stray Rated in Korea, Release Date Could Finally Be Coming Soon
@ShogunRok I'm really looking forward to this. Can't wait for the purreviews...
Re: SnowRunner Delivers a PS5 Version Next Month, Free Upgrade for PS4 Players
I've been waiting for this announcement. I'm glad to know the current-gen version is finally (almost) here. It would be great if the developers have been able to upgrade the generic looping engine audio to sound like the real trucks.
Re: PS Store Mega March Sale Cuts Prices of Many PS5, PS4 Games
@Dezzy70 Looking on enviously at the bundles you lot get in the UK. Here in Barbados, a PS5 disc edition alone (no bundled game(s), headset or racing wheel) costs $2,300 😬
1 British Pound = 2.65 Barbados Dollars, according to today's exchange rates.
Re: Rumour: PlayStation's Next State of Play Showcase Reportedly Airing This Month
@Rob_230 If you're handy, you can always make a console cover to keep it covered up when not in use.
Re: Gran Turismo 7 (PS5) - The Real Driving Simulator Makes Its Grand Return
@LiamCroft been waiting for this moment, I'll give it a proper read-through now!
Re: Gran Turismo 7's PS5, PS4 Commercial Is Unsurprisingly Shiny
@get2sammyb looking forward to PushSquare's review.
Re: Street Fighter 6's Logo Is Basically An Adobe Stock Graphic
@get2sammyb @ShogunRok Street Fighter's been ignoring it's messages for a while now it seems
Re: Street Fighter 6's Logo Is Basically An Adobe Stock Graphic
As a graphic designer myself, I'm a bit disappointed by this Street Fighter logo, even if it does turn out to be a placeholder. I mean, come on, Capcom is developing a new entry in a decades-old franchise, surely they had tons of time to finalize a new logo that would be instantly recognizable. Don't bring it possibly being for e-sports into it; this isn't even suitable for a tournament, let alone a new game in an established franchise. I know 'minimalist' logo design is a current trend, but it worked for Nissan and Kia, it doesn't quite work for Street Fighter.
Re: Sackboy Joins Aloy in the Forbidden West with Free Horizon Costumes
Yeah yeah, that's great and all, but what I really want to see is a HFW skin and DLC for Astro's Playroom. Think about it. It's preinstalled on every PS5 sold, and owners who may have already played through the game but not yet bought HFW may be tempted to reinstall it and get a little taste of the new game. Astro's Playroom could be the perfect 'upcoming game' marketing vehicle if Sony put in a little work.
Re: Horizon Forbidden West: Is It Good on PS4?
I appreciated this write-up on the PS4 version. Hopefully you guys can do a similar companion article on GT7 for PS4 when that game launches.
Re: Horizon Forbidden West Is a Looker Even on a Base PS4
Yes folks, the venerable PS4 can still produce graphics of this quality. Not like the machine that we've spent the last 8 years playing on is suddenly decrepit. I'm very happy to see it perform this well into it's life cycle. Owners can rest assured their investment can keep chugging along, even if it may sound like a jet.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 412
Hoping to get a bit of time in with FF7R when I get home
Re: Sony Is Not Making More PS4s to Make Up for PS5 Stock Shortfall
"But, but... the internet is always right about these things, isn't it? The internet knows the internal workings of these corporations better than they know themselves!"
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Xmas Edition
I'll be playing my brand new PS5 for the very first time later today, after work and visiting with family and friends. First game? Astro's Playroom, of course!
Re: PS5 Upgrade for Final Fantasy VII Remake Now Available with PS Plus
@get2sammyb Can PS4 owners that have the PS Plus PS4 version of FFVII Remake installed on the PS4 add the PS5 Upgrade to the library in advance of getting a PS5? I have a PS5 coming in a few days and would like to continue the game when I get set up.
Re: Guerrilla Shares PS4 Screenshots of Horizon Forbidden West
I'm so glad Guerrilla Games dropped these screenshots, looks awesome and proves the PS4 is still punching above its weight visually. I just hope the framerate is solid.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 404
@GorosBat My condolences, rest in peace Oscar, sounds like he was a great companion in those 18 years
Re: Riders Republic (PS5) - Try-Hard Extreme Sports Sandbox Is a Technical Feat
@get2sammyb do you think this is likely to become a PS Plus title in the next 6 - 12 months?
Re: Riders Republic (PS5) - Try-Hard Extreme Sports Sandbox Is a Technical Feat
Triple X: The Game
(Oh wait, was there already one/several of those back in the day?)
XTREEEEMMMEEEE!!!!111!!!
Re: PS Plus Games Avoid Weekend Leak for First Time in Five Months
Great that they haven't been leaked... yet. It's good to have a bit of a surprise every now and then, even if the games that are given aren't always to my taste. Ya know, kinda like how things used to be before Johnny on Twitter casually puts up the full PS Plus lineup because his uncle is a janitor at SIE who happens to know Jim Ryan's OneDrive password.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 399
I'm hoping to finally get to play Horizon Zero Dawn. I bought it on sale ages ago but haven't got a chance to play it and see what all the hype was about.
Re: State of Play Announced for 27th October Featuring Third-Party Games on PS5, PS4
A bit more Stray, please and thanks.
Re: PS5, PS4 Brawler Sifu Has One of the Coolest Behind the Scenes Videos We've Seen
Can't wait to play this!
Re: Backbone Brings Anthropomorphic Investigations to PS5, PS4 on 28th October
Instantly getting a 2D, pixel-art BlackSad Under The Skin vibe from this one.
Re: Far Cry 6 (PS5) - The Best Game in the Series, Sort Of
@LiamCroft Happy birthday, enjoy it to the fullest
Re: Biomutant on PS4 Part of Sony's Free Game Trial Service This Month
Sony: "Do you guys not have 10 Gigabyte Ethernet connections?"
Us: "No! Please give us time to download the trial before you start the timer!"
Sony: "TOO BAD! Take it or leave it, chumps!" **goes back to counting stacks of cash**
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Re: Will Cricket 22 Bowl You Over on PS5, PS4?
Funny how this cricket game is currently the only way you'd see a good consistent performance out of the West Indies, since the real life team has been performing below par for eons now.