Does Cloud Gaming on PlayStation Portal Mark the End for Consoles?
55 years ago

Does Cloud Gaming on PlayStation Portal Mark the End for Consoles?

Wired  

PlayStation Portal launched in November 2023 as little more than a glorified second screen for PlayStation 5. The question is, does this mark a tipping point for mainstream adoption of cloud gaming, or is it just a stepping stone to Sony fully reentering the handheld console market? Unlike Sony's previous dedicated handhelds, the PlayStation Portable and PS Vita, Portal was merely a remote viewer, allowing players to stream games from their PS5 over a home network—useful to ease arguments over who got access to the TV or if you wanted to jump back into God of War without getting out of bed, but not really suited for anything else. Possibly as a result of the Portal being a surprise success for Sony, the gadget is being updated to support cloud gaming features, independent of a PS5. The update, rolling out across North America, Europe, and Japan, will allow subscribers to Sony's PlayStation Plus Premium service to access “over 120 PS5 games from the PS Plus Game Catalog,” including the likes of Ghost of Tsushima and Spider-Man: Miles Morales.

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Cloud Gaming on the PlayStation Portal Isn’t the Exciting Step Forward We’d Hoped for
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cloud Gaming on the PlayStation Portal Isn’t the Exciting Step Forward We’d Hoped for

Wired  

Sony's recent introduction of cloud gaming features on PlayStation Portal raised the potential for a seismic change in how video games are distributed and accessed. All players would need, in theory, is the $200/£200 PlayStation Portal and a PlayStation Plus Premium subscription, then they could access a curated library of games wherever they had a fast enough internet connection. PlayStation …

Sony working on a new handheld PS5 console like the PS Vita to rival Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sony working on a new handheld PS5 console like the PS Vita to rival Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck

Firstpost  

Sony is working on a standalone handheld console capable of playing PS5 games on the go, without relying on Remote Play or a dedicated PS5 console for processing power The upcoming handheld console will be based on the Playstation Portal, which was originally supposed to be a standalone device. Image Credit: Sony Sony appears to be gearing up for a …

God of War and God of War 2 Rumors: Are Classic Titles Making a Comeback?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

God of War and God of War 2 Rumors: Are Classic Titles Making a Comeback?

ABP News  

Rumours suggest that classic God of War and God of War 2 games could be making a comeback to PlayStation Plus in November 2024. These iconic action-adventure titles, originally released in the mid-2000s, have remained exclusive to older consoles, but leaks suggest they may be making their way back to the platform via PlayStation Plus Premium. This would be the …

A Thrilling Explosion of Games: 10 New Titles Join PlayStation Plus
2 months, 3 weeks ago

A Thrilling Explosion of Games: 10 New Titles Join PlayStation Plus

ABP News  

Sony PlayStation Plus welcomes 10 new games to its expansive library, including Dead Island 2 and Gris. These additions promise to enrich the platform's diverse and exciting game selection, catering to a wide range of tastes and preferences. The new games provide a mix of fast-paced action, emotional narratives, and intricate puzzles, solidifying Sony's commitment to providing an ever-evolving platform …

Sony confirms PlayStation 5 Pro console will launch in November
4 months ago

Sony confirms PlayStation 5 Pro console will launch in November

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Maker Sony said the new console has a substantially upgraded internal system to boost speed and performance, …

PlayStation Portal stock UK: Where to buy from Very, EE and more
8 months, 2 weeks ago

PlayStation Portal stock UK: Where to buy from Very, EE and more

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. While the PS5 allows players to stream new games via the cloud with …

‘Ghost of Tsushima’ to get a PC release: Report
10 months, 1 week ago

‘Ghost of Tsushima’ to get a PC release: Report

The Hindu  

Gaming enthusiasts may soon witness the release of a potential PC port for Sucker Punch’s ‘Ghost of Tsushima’ game, as per a report published by Game Rant on Sunday. For the unversed, ;Ghost of Tsushima’ was introduced as a PlayStation 4 exclusive in 2020 and the game received acclaim for its stunning open world, engaging combat, and captivating storyline set …

PlayStation 5 review: Is the best-selling console worth your money?
10 months, 2 weeks ago

PlayStation 5 review: Is the best-selling console worth your money?

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Last year saw Sony replace the original PS5 with the PS5 Slim, a …

Sony to launch PS5 Pro in 2024, eyeing GTA 6 launch in 2025: Report
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Sony to launch PS5 Pro in 2024, eyeing GTA 6 launch in 2025: Report

India TV News  

Sony is reportedly planning to release a Pro version of its PlayStation 5 later this year to further push the sale of its current generation console. The Pro version of the PS5 is expected to come with updated hardware capabilities and is likely to be priced higher than the base variant of the PS5. According to Serkan Toto, CEO of …

Sony Unveils New Additions To PS Plus Game Catalogue For April 2023
1 year, 8 months ago

Sony Unveils New Additions To PS Plus Game Catalogue For April 2023

News 18  

Sony has revealed the latest additions to the PS Plus Game Catalogue for April 2023, bringing a good variety to the mix with action-adventure titles, sports, first-person shooters, and horror titles. Games Coming for PS Plus Extra and Deluxe Subscribers: Game Catalogue Kena: Bridge of Spirits – PS4, PS5 Doom Eternal – PS4, PS5 Riders Republic – PS4, PS5 Sackboy: …

PS5 shortage is over and new PlayStation should be ‘much easier’ to buy everywhere, Sony declares
2 years ago

PS5 shortage is over and new PlayStation should be ‘much easier’ to buy everywhere, Sony declares

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Problems including the global pandemic as well as a worldwide shortage of computer chips meant that Sony …

Shortages over, PlayStation 5 to be easily available: Sony
2 years ago

Shortages over, PlayStation 5 to be easily available: Sony

The Hindu  

Addressing a presentation at CES 2023, Sony’s gaming boss, Jim Ryan said everyone who wants a PS5 should have a much easier time finding one at retailers globally, according to a report from the Verge. At the presentation Ryan also thanked PS fans for their patience as the company “managed unprecedented demand amid global challenges over the past two years”, …

Upcoming PS5 games 2022 and 2023: The biggest new releases coming soon
2 years, 2 months ago

Upcoming PS5 games 2022 and 2023: The biggest new releases coming soon

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Now that the stock situation appears to have calmed down for console hunters …

PlayStation Plus Premium: North American launch adds Resident Evil games and more
2 years, 6 months ago

PlayStation Plus Premium: North American launch adds Resident Evil games and more

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sony has continued its gradual …

Sony to ramp up PS5 production and broaden games portfolio
2 years, 7 months ago

Sony to ramp up PS5 production and broaden games portfolio

The Hindu  

Sony Group Corp said it plans to ramp up production of its PlayStation 5 console as supply chain snarls ease and signalled a radical broadening of its games portfolio including more titles on PC and mobile. Beyond the initial ramp up "we're planning for heavy further increases in console production, taking us to production levels that we've never achieved before," …

Sony to Ramp Up PS5 Production and Broaden Games Portfolio
2 years, 7 months ago

Sony to Ramp Up PS5 Production and Broaden Games Portfolio

News 18  

Sony Group Corp said it plans to ramp up production of its PlayStation 5 console as supply chain snarls ease and signalled a radical broadening of its games portfolio including more titles on PC and mobile. Beyond the initial ramp up “we’re planning for heavy further increases in console production, taking us to production levels that we’ve never achieved before,” …

Sony announces PlayStation Plus subscription service launch date, games
2 years, 7 months ago

Sony announces PlayStation Plus subscription service launch date, games

The Hindu  

Sony has announced the launch date of its PlayStation Plus subscription service that will give gamers access to a diverse portfolio of games and cloud streaming benefits, among others. Sony’s PlayStation Plus subscription service, which combines its PlayStation Plus and PlayStation Now offerings, would take on Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass. The PlayStation Plus game line-up includes popular titles such as …

Spider-Man 2, God of War’s Ragnarok and a Star Wars remake: Our top picks from PlayStation Showcase 2021
3 years, 4 months ago

Spider-Man 2, God of War’s Ragnarok and a Star Wars remake: Our top picks from PlayStation Showcase 2021

The Hindu  

This year’s gaming season has been a busy one, mammothing the film industry without much effort. That said, September 9’s virtual PlayStation Showcase gave Sony Interactive Entertainment the chance to show off its line-up of new titles – particularly the ones that will be PlayStation 5 exclusives. Off the tops of our heads, there are a few bite-sized updates: The …

PS5 stock is a ‘top priority’, Sony says as it announces new console is the best-selling PlayStation ever
3 years, 5 months ago

PS5 stock is a ‘top priority’, Sony says as it announces new console is the best-selling PlayStation ever

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sony says it is focusing on improving stock of the PlayStation 5 as …

Sony sold 7.8 million PlayStation 5 consoles since November 2020, PS Plus now has 47.6 million subscribers
3 years, 8 months ago

Sony sold 7.8 million PlayStation 5 consoles since November 2020, PS Plus now has 47.6 million subscribers

Firstpost  

Sony has sold a total of 7.8 million units of its PlayStation 5 console since its launch in November last year, the company’s annual earnings report for FY 2020 revealed. In its financial report for Q3 2020, Sony had said that it sold 4.5 million PlayStation 5 units since its launch in early November. Furthermore, Sony sold 1.4 million PlayStation …

PS5 stock: PlayStation boss says console situation is improving and explains problems with consoles
3 years, 10 months ago

PS5 stock: PlayStation boss says console situation is improving and explains problems with consoles

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The PlayStation 5’s stock problems will continue to ease up through the year, …

Future of Xbox is Play-Anywhere, But For Now, It's Tied to Hardware: Xbox Asia Head
4 years, 1 month ago

Future of Xbox is Play-Anywhere, But For Now, It's Tied to Hardware: Xbox Asia Head

News 18  

Microsoft has always been a software company, and its major push towards being a product-independent company under CEO Satya Nadella’s leadership has also been very well documented. With Microsoft’s approach towards bringing its Game Pass experience to more platforms, along with Project xCloud game streaming service at hand too, is Microsoft finally acknowledging that it is definitively taking Xbox beyond …

Clash of consoles: New PlayStation and Xbox enter $150 billion games arena
4 years, 2 months ago

Clash of consoles: New PlayStation and Xbox enter $150 billion games arena

The Hindu  

Think Michelangelo vs Da Vinci. Sony, whose PlayStation 5 takes on Microsoft's Xbox Series X and Series S, is widely viewed as being in pole position to capitalise on a pandemic-driven boom in consumer spending that has buoyed the $150 billion video game industry. “People who own Xbox tend to buy the new Xbox, while people who own PlayStation tend …

Fight of consoles: New PlayStation and Xbox enter games arena
4 years, 2 months ago

Fight of consoles: New PlayStation and Xbox enter games arena

Live Mint  

Think Michelangelo vs Da Vinci. "People who own Xbox tend to buy the new Xbox, while people who own PlayStation tend to buy the new PlayStation," said Wedbush Securities analyst Michael Pachter. "It's exactly like shopping on Black Friday," said the high school student from Dallas, who has been playing video games with his dad since he was five. By …

So You're Buying a New Console. Does Cloud Gaming Matter?
4 years, 2 months ago

So You're Buying a New Console. Does Cloud Gaming Matter?

Wired  

With the imminent release of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, it’s nearly time to decide what console you’ll buy for the next generation. But the advent of cloud streaming via services like Stadia, Microsoft’s Cloud Gaming, and PlayStation Now complicates the decision. Both Microsoft and Sony are offering cloud gaming options that let players stream games to some …

Sony PlayStation 5 User Interface With New Control Centre & Activity Card Revealed
4 years, 2 months ago

Sony PlayStation 5 User Interface With New Control Centre & Activity Card Revealed

News 18  

The Sony PlayStation 5 gaming consoles are due to arrive next month, and ahead of their availability, its manufacturer Sony is showcasing what we can expect to see when booting up the gaming console’s user interface. One of the highlights is the new Control Center that will allow gamers to “access almost everything" from the system by pressing the PlayStation …

Bad Luck, Gamers! Sony Reveals List of PS4 Games That Won't Run On The PlayStation 5
4 years, 2 months ago

Bad Luck, Gamers! Sony Reveals List of PS4 Games That Won't Run On The PlayStation 5

News 18  

The Sony PlayStation 5 gaming consoles are due to arrive next month, and ahead of their availability, its manufacturer Sony has now provided a massive update. Sony has revealed the list of PlayStation 4 games that are not compatible with the upcoming gaming consoles. The list of PlayStation 4 games that are not compatible with next-gen PlayStation 5 include DWVR, …

Sony PlayStation 5 console confirmed to launch in India on 19 November: All you need to know
4 years, 3 months ago

Sony PlayStation 5 console confirmed to launch in India on 19 November: All you need to know

Firstpost  

Sony has finally made official its much anticipated PlayStation 5 gaming console. Taking to Twitter, Sony has revealed that the PlayStation 5 consoles will be launched on 12 November in the US, Japan, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea. As per the PlayStation blog, they have provided a choice to gamers with two PS5 console options at launch, depending …

‘The Future of Gaming’ highlights by PlayStation: PS5 design and specs, compatible games, partnerships and more
4 years, 6 months ago

‘The Future of Gaming’ highlights by PlayStation: PS5 design and specs, compatible games, partnerships and more

The Hindu  

In just one hour and fifteen minutes, PlayStation gave the gaming community the first official look at the PlayStation 5, and a first look at the games, many will be playing after PlayStation 5 launches this autumn/winter. Jim Ryan, President and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, shared, “It’s now just over a year that we began sharing technical details of …

Sony PlayStation 5 Unveiled: Here's Your First Look
4 years, 6 months ago

Sony PlayStation 5 Unveiled: Here's Your First Look

News 18  

Sony has finally unveiled the PlayStation 5, putting an end to months of concept renders and designs. However, upon taking a look at the final design of the PlayStation 5, it is clear that the renders were on to something, since Sony has gone for a somewhat outlandish appeal with its next generation console. For the PS5, Sony will have …

Sony PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Digital Edition gaming consoles revealed
4 years, 6 months ago

Sony PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Digital Edition gaming consoles revealed

India Today  

Sony PlayStation 5 was officially unveiled at the company's event on early Friday. At its reveal event, Sony showcased the PlayStation 5 in two variants - the one with a Blu-ray disc player and the one without it. The major takeaway from Sony's event was how the PlayStation will stand out from its predecessors, and, of course, Microsoft's Xbox Series …

Sony PlayStation 5: Everything to Know About the Next Generation Gaming Console
4 years, 9 months ago

Sony PlayStation 5: Everything to Know About the Next Generation Gaming Console

News 18  

Sony PlayStation 5 has been much discussed in the gaming world, and yesterday at the virtually hosted Game Developer Conference 2020, Sony finally unveiled much awaited confirmation of key specifications of the upcoming gaming console generation. This has already sparked off heavy debate on whether the PlayStation 5 would be able to topple Microsoft's venerable Xbox Series X, which has …

The PlayStation 5 isn’t the only console Sony is focussing on
5 years, 1 month ago

The PlayStation 5 isn’t the only console Sony is focussing on

Deccan Chronicle  

Sony’s next PlayStation console will hit the market by the holidays next year and the brand definitely wants people coming from the PS4 to upgrade. New leaks reveal a patent Sony has filed for a cartridge design, something Sony hasn’t used since the Play Station Vita which has since retired. The patent was discovered by LetsGoDigital, the same site that …

Sony PlayStation Now Price Slash is Because of Competition Including Google Stadia?
5 years, 3 months ago

Sony PlayStation Now Price Slash is Because of Competition Including Google Stadia?

News 18  

Sony has repackaged the PlayStation Now subscription service. Sony’s attempt at competitive pricing comes just ahead of the cloud-gaming war, with Google’s Stadia Pro, Microsoft xCloud, Xbox Game Pass, EA Access, Uplay+, and Apple Arcade all gunning to be the top cloud gaming subscription service. Also, considering that PS4 users are more often than not already paying for the PlayStation …

Sony slashes prices of its PlayStation Now streaming games service by half
5 years, 3 months ago

Sony slashes prices of its PlayStation Now streaming games service by half

Firstpost  

Quarterly subscriptions for PlayStation Now have gone down from $45 to $25, and yearly is $60 from $100. With Google’s cloud-based gaming service Stadia right around the corner, Sony has announced a price cut for its PlayStation Now streaming games service. This price is the same as Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass and also Google’ Stadia Pro which is due to …

Sony's PlayStation team was kept in the dark about Microsoft partnership: Report
5 years, 7 months ago

Sony's PlayStation team was kept in the dark about Microsoft partnership: Report

Firstpost  

Sony uses AWS for the PlayStation Network, but increased coziness with Microsoft might change that. Sony and Microsoft, last week took the entire gaming industry by surprise when they announced that they were forming a partnership where PlayStation will make use of Microsoft’s Azure cloud computing services. When the partnership was announced, it reportedly set off a wave of panic …

Sony's PlayStation 5 won't arrive until May 2020 at the earliest, reveals tweet
5 years, 8 months ago

Sony's PlayStation 5 won't arrive until May 2020 at the earliest, reveals tweet

Firstpost  

The upcoming PlayStation 5 will likely support ray tracing and will be capable of running games in 8K. Sony’s lead architect on the PlayStation 4 and the PS Vita, Mark Cerny did state that the console won’t be hitting shelves in 2019, but that’s about all we know so far. According to Wall Street Journal reporter Takashi Mochizuki on Twitter, …

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