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Sony, the renowned PlayStation creator, has recently unveiled its intentions to acquire Kadokawa, the parent company of FromSoftware, in an exclusive exchange with Yahoo Japan. This disclosure could signal a turning point for devotees of gaming and anime alike. However, as the transaction is yet to be settled, it is recommended to keep the hype…
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As we inch closer to the 30th anniversary of PlayStation on December 3, Sony Interactive Entertainment has taken an impressive leap into nostalgia. The technologically advanced company has unveiled an interactive timeline, chronicling the rich history of its remarkable PlayStation consoles. This comprehensive new virtual destination provides a detailed exploration of all the PlayStation generations,…
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In a shocking move, Sony Interactive Entertainment has decided to not only halt the ongoing development of the multiplayer hero shooter game Concord but also terminate its partnership with the game’s developing firm, Firewalk Studios. Such news undoubtedly sends shivers through the industry, with the $200 million spent on the project now a large, enticing…
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In a significant announcement that had the gaming world buzzing, developer Sucker Punch confirmed that Ghost of Tsushima, one of 2020’s hit games, is set to get a sequel. This news was made official during the much-anticipated State of Play event on September 24. The successor of the critically acclaimed PS4 game, Ghost of Yōtei,…
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Sony has recently unveiled a thrilling lineup of complimentary games for October 2024, available exclusively to PlayStation Plus subscribers across all tiers. Beginning on the first day of the month, subscribers will have the pleasure to access ‘Doki Doki Literature Club Plus,’ ‘Dead Space,’ and ‘WWE 2K24’ at no additional cost. The first title in…
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Sony recently unveiled the PS5 Pro during the PS5 Technical Presentation hosted by Mark Cerny. The key focus of the presentation was the improved framerate capabilities of the new system, as developers are reportedly seeking framerates higher than the conventional 30fps or 60fps. Apparently, gamers tend to prefer Performance over Fidelity most of the time.…
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Sony’s financial results have revealed that, as of June 30, 2024, the company has shipped a total of 61.8 million PlayStation 5 units worldwide. Despite a decrease of 0.9 million units during the three months ending June, with 2.4 million shipped, Sony also announced an increase in PlayStation Network’s monthly active users, with 116 million…
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Bungie, the Destiny 2 developer, has revealed plans to lay off 220 staff members from July 31, 2024, citing the rising cost of development, industry shifts, and economic conditions as primary reasons. Although this decision was difficult to make, the company asserts it was necessary in order to focus on developing Destiny and Marathon. In…
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Sony recently retracted an interview with Naughty Dog’s Neil Druckmann. The tech giant found significant inaccuracies and errors that misrepresented Druckmann’s views on topics like animation, AI, writing, technology, and more. An apology was issued to Druckmann and decision for the interview’s removal was made in coordination with Naughty Dog and SIE. The interview stirred…
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Sony reported in its Q1 2024 financial results that it has globally shipped 59.3 million units of the PlayStation 5, which constituted a decline of 1.8 million units as compared to the same quarter the previous year. However, considering the entire fiscal year, PlayStation 5 saw an increase of 1.7 million units, tallying up to…
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The initial update planned by Sony for Helldivers 2 would have required PC players of the game to create and link a PlayStation Network account to their Steam account, a move that angered many fans. The requirement, initially intended to be implemented at launch, was delayed due to server stability issues. However, when Sony attempted…