Gaming Industry Faces Value Crisis as Prices Soar, Says Ex-PlayStation Exec
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida addresses the gaming industry's pricing challenges, highlighting the growing disconnect between rising costs and perceived value. While major publishers push $80+ price tags, smaller studios find success with modestly-priced titles, challenging assumptions about development costs and player expectations.
Gran Turismo 7 Enhances Racing Experience with Advanced AI Opponents
Sony's GT Sophy 2.1 AI brings sophisticated racing tactics and customizable difficulty levels across 19 tracks in Gran Turismo 7. The refined AI system creates more authentic racing experiences by demonstrating both aggressive maneuvers and realistic vulnerabilities.
Sony Extends PlayStation Plus Subscriptions Following Major Network Outage
Sony compensates PlayStation Plus subscribers with 5 extra days of service after a significant 24-hour PSN outage disrupted online gaming and digital services. The outage notably impacted Monster Hunter Wilds beta test, with Capcom considering a test extension.
Apple and Sony Team Up to Bring PlayStation VR2 Controllers to Vision Pro
Apple and Sony are collaborating to integrate PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers with Vision Pro, offering enhanced VR gaming experiences and system navigation. The feature is expected to arrive via visionOS update later this year, potentially being unveiled at WWDC 2024.
Sony Takes Down Popular Bloodborne 60fps Mod with DMCA Strike
Sony has issued a DMCA takedown notice against a widely-used mod that enabled 60fps gameplay in Bloodborne, forcing creator Lance McDonald to remove all download links. The takedown of this community solution has sparked speculation about a potential official remake as the game's 10th anniversary approaches.
Apple Vision Pro May Support PlayStation VR2 Controllers in Groundbreaking Sony Partnership
Apple and Sony are exploring integration of PlayStation VR2 controllers with the upcoming Vision Pro headset, potentially revolutionizing both gaming and productivity applications. The collaboration could expand Vision Pro's input capabilities while strengthening Apple's position in mixed reality gaming.
Lexar NM790: New 8TB SSD Pushes Storage Boundaries with Premium Performance
Lexar's latest NM790 SSD boasts an impressive 8TB capacity with blazing PCIe Gen 4 speeds up to 7,000 MB/s. The drive features innovative caching technology for power efficiency and targets content creators, gamers, and PS5 users seeking massive storage.
PlayStation 5 Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Classic PS1 Boot Screen Update
Sony brings nostalgia to PS5 owners with a special update featuring the iconic PS1 startup sequence and customizable retro themes. The celebration includes limited edition PS5 Pro consoles inspired by the original 1994 PlayStation design.
Sony Plans PS5 Streaming Handheld to Challenge Nintendo Switch
Sony is reportedly developing a new handheld gaming device focused on streaming PlayStation 5 games remotely, aiming to compete with Nintendo's Switch. Unlike previous Sony portables, this unannounced device would leverage PS5's processing power for high-quality mobile gaming.
Pizza Hut's PIZZAWRMR: The Gaming Console Accessory You Never Knew You Needed
Pizza Hut Canada unveils the PIZZAWRMR, a 3D-printable device that uses PlayStation 5's heat to keep pizza warm during gaming sessions. This innovative fusion of gaming and dining allows enthusiasts to create their own custom warmers at home.