PlayStation’s new 30-day DRM check is a step backwards for gamers
A 30-day online DRM check for PlayStation digital games is sparking backlash, with players worried about losing access to purchased titles if they stay offline.
Is Minecraft cross-platform? Bedrock, Java, and console cross-play explained
If you're curious if you can play one of the world's most popular games online with friends on another platform, we've got the answer for you right here.
Don’t hold your breath for a pocket-friendly PlayStation 6 Lite
Fresh PlayStation 6 speculation suggests a true budget PS6 Lite is unlikely, with handheld-style hardware creating too many performance and development tradeoffs, while a trimmed-down standard console looks like Sony's more realistic path.
The Last of Us Part 3: everything we know so far
Here’s everything we know about The Last of Us Part 3, including Neil Druckmann’s latest tease, release date speculation, possible platforms, and why fans think the sequel may still happen.
Is Stardew Valley cross-platform?
The recent trend of games getting cross-platform support seems like a natural fit for Stardew Valley. But does the game offer it? Here's the sad truth about it.
PlayStation6 might not deliver a price shock, but don’t bite too much into the feel-good murmurs
Early reports suggest the PS6 may launch at a price closer to the PS5 despite rising memory and chip costs.
This PS3 emulator just got official PC requirements, and they’re easy to meet
RPCS3’s official system requirements show PS3 emulation is far more accessible than expected, with even modest PCs and handheld devices capable of running many games at solid performance levels.
Sony is aggressively wiping out leech games to keep the PlayStation catalog tidy
From Jesus Simulator to Racing Car Chaos, Sony's latest PlayStation Store purge targets three publishers in a growing campaign against Trophy-farming shovelware.
PS6 might be closer than you think, and it’s not coming alone
New leaks suggest PS6 development is underway alongside a potential PlayStation handheld, and affordable pricing for gamers.
PlayStation Plus April games bring big fights and retro favorites
PlayStation Plus April games deliver real variety, blending a tough action RPG, classic Tomb Raider remasters, and co-op action into a lineup that actually fits how you play across solo, nostalgic, and multiplayer sessions.
The PS5 has been my best investment in the last 6 years (because it actually went up in value)
The PS5 just got pricier, again. A 6-year-old console that appreciates in value? Here’s why gaming is becoming an expensive hobby.
Smash hit Hades 2 is finally coming to PlayStation and Xbox
After months of waiting, Hades II is finally coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass on April 14.
Sony announces price hikes for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal
Sony has increased prices for the PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal, citing global economic pressures.
Sony wants to mount your phone on a DualSense controller, and it could change how you game
Sony has patented a system that attaches your phone to a PlayStation controller and uses its cameras, gyroscope, and touchscreen as a secondary input device for a more immersive gaming experience.
AI frame generation is coming to the PS5 Pro
Sony plans AI-powered frame generation for future PlayStation updates
Sony may push ahead with PS6 despite rising component costs
A new report claims the PlayStation 6 will likely not be delayed despite rising RAM prices, with insider Moore’s Law Is Dead suggesting it would cost Sony more to postpone the console.
Sony may be testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store
Sony appears to be testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store, where some users may see different discounts for the same game depending on account or region.
Sony will no longer bring its first-party games to PCs, marking a major shift
Sony is reportedly reversing its PC strategy, keeping its biggest first-party PlayStation games exclusive to consoles.
Warframe heads to Switch 2 in March with major free update
Warframe is launching on Switch 2 in March alongside a massive free update featuring improved graphics, faster load times, and expanded content tailored for both newcomers and veterans.
PlayStation 5 Pro is getting a big graphics upgrade with AMD tech
Sony and AMD confirm a new AI upscaling upgrade for PS5 Pro based on FSR 4 and Project Amethyst collaboration.
Sony’s PlayStation 6 might be further away than you hoped
Sony may delay the PlayStation 6 to 2028 or 2029 as AI-driven memory shortages disrupt console development.
Sony launches a subscription service to lease PlayStation 5 consoles, but you can’t get one
Sony launches PlayStation Flex in the UK, letting gamers lease a PS5 from £9.95 per month with no upfront cost. Is console ownership becoming optional?
God of War trilogy remake is real, and it’s finally happening
Sony confirms a God of War trilogy remake is in development, rebuilding the original three Greek-era games. There’s no footage yet, but TC Carson’s return and a new PS5 spinoff help tide fans over.
Your next PlayStation could pack 30GB memory, if this PS6 rumor holds
A PlayStation 6 rumor claims Sony could jump to 30GB of GDDR7 memory, alongside a 24GB handheld. If the details repeat across leaks, it may signal a shared baseline for next-gen games.
Horizon Hunters Gathering brings three-player co-op hunting to your PS5 and PC
Horizon Hunters Gathering is a new three-player co-op action game for PS5 and PC, and its end-of-February closed playtest should reveal whether its replayable hunts, Hunter builds, and two modes can stick.
Sony’s wild PlayStation controller patent gives you buttons anywhere you want
Sony has a new patent that imagines a PlayStation controller built around on-screen buttons you can rearrange. The concept swaps most fixed top-face inputs for a large touchscreen surface. Instead of living with one D-pad and one face-button cluster, you’d place touch zones where your thumbs actually land. You could also resize them, or turn […]
Your Fable reboot preview is here, open world Albion looks gloriously chaotic
Fable’s extended preview outlines a bigger, more reactive Albion, with open-world freedom, reputation-driven consequences, and flexible “style-weaving” combat, all heading to PS5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC in autumn 2026.
You might want to grab a Switch 2 now to avoid a price hike later in 2026
Nintendo's Switch 2 could see a price hike in 2026 as rising memory costs, tariffs, and market pressures loom, prompting early buyers to wonder whether now is the cheapest time to jump in.
Your next Sony TV may actually be built by TCL
Sony is spinning off its Bravia TV business to TCL through a 51% stake sale, marking a major industry shift as Sony pivots toward entertainment IP and TCL gains a premium global brand.
Your next retro mini PC can look like a classic PlayStation
Acemagic’s latest retro mini PC borrows from Dreamcast and PS1 design, then pairs it with AMD’s Gorgon Point platform. It looks ready for a TV stand, but price and timing are still unknown.
Xbox’s Avowed is coming to PS5, and you can pre-order it today
Avowed is coming to PlayStation 5 on February 17, 2026, and pre-orders are live now. Here’s the price, what’s confirmed so far, and why Standard may be the smarter pick.
This PS5 Digital Edition deal drops the price to $399.99 (save $100), even if you ignore the Fortnite bundle
Save $100 on the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition 825GB Fortnite Flowering Chaos Bundle, now $399.99 (was $499.99). A genuinely good PS5 deal even if you don’t care about Fortnite.
Why PlayStation 6 and Xbox Might Arrive After 2028
Surging RAM prices and shortages could delay the PlayStation 6 and next Xbox consoles beyond their expected 2027-28 release windows.
After thousands of hours of gaming with the DualSense, this is what the PS6 controller must offer
Sony’s controller is fantastic, but I hope it doesn’t give up on its neat tricks with PS6.
Exclusive Games Aren’t Dead Yet, Says Ex-PlayStation Chief
Shawn Layden, once a top executive at Sony Interactive Entertainment, is reminding the gaming world that exclusive games still have a role to play. This comes as consoles are increasingly resembling gaming PCs with cross-platform releases everywhere you look. Layden’s comments, shared in a recent Pause for Thought podcast, push back against the idea that […]
If the PS6 really does include a handheld, Sony can take inspiration from just about anywhere this time
Sony can learn not just from the Vita, but from its rivals, too.
I’ve been writing about games for years – here are the biggest stories to unfold in 2026
From GTA 6 to the new Steam Machines, here’s everything to be excited about in 2026.
5 great PS Plus games to play over the holidays
All of these great games are included with your PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium membership.