AMD bullish on Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5 sales despite coronavirus
AMD is optimistic about the rest of the year, thanks in part to the upcoming console launches of Microsoft's Xbox Series X and Sony's PlayStation 5.
The Last of Us Part II and Ghost of Tsushima get summer release dates
Both The Last of Us Part II and Ghost of Tsushima have new release dates due to the coronavirus pandemic. Sony will have a stacked summer of 2020 exclusives.
How to get a refund from the PlayStation Store
If you've accidentally bought a game on the PlayStation Store or purchased something you regret, here's how to get a refund using Sony's latest guidelines.
Expect low PlayStation 5 production and higher prices due to expensive parts
Sony will produce far fewer PlayStation 5 units than it did of the PlayStation 4 at launch, but it's not the coronavirus that's at fault. Blame expensive parts.
Sony gives out free games and starts coronavirus relief fund for indie studios
Sony is launching a new campaign that will reward PS4 owners with free games and help out independent developers struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Last of Us Part II delayed indefinitely over coronavirus
Sony announced today that two of its high-profile May releases won't be happening as planned as both Marvel's Iron Man VR and The Last of Us Part II are delayed
Sony limits PlayStation download speeds, but online play seemingly unaffected
Sony is slowing down PlayStation download speeds in the United States, following the same measure in Europe, to help maintain access for all internet users.
Sony’s PlayStation 5 repeats the PS3’s mistakes, with one key difference
Mark Cerny spoke about the Sony PlayStation 5's key features during its livestreamed GDC 2020 presentation. They're promising, but also repeat key mistakes.
PS4 swan song Ghost of Tsushima will launch just after E3
Sucker Punch and Sony will launch the samurai action-adventure game Ghost of Tsushima on June 26. The game is one of the last upcoming PlayStation 4 exclusives.
PlayStation classic The Last of Us will be a series at HBO
HBO is getting in on the video game adaptation craze. It green-lit The Last of Us, with the game's original writer on board as an executive producer.
PlayStation, Facebook Gaming, Oculus VR to skip GDC 2020 due to coronavirus risk
The teams behind Sony's PlayStation, Facebook Gaming, and Oculus VR will no longer participate in Game Developers Conference 2020, due to coronavirus concerns.
Sony cancels its appearance at PAX East over coronavirus fears
Sony announced that it won’t be attending the upcoming PAX East gaming event in Boston due to fears ties to the coronavirus, now officially called Covid-19.
PlayStation VR on the PS5 could ditch Move controllers for finger-tracking
PlayStation VR on PS5 could be more immersive than the PS4's if a patent application is any indication. Technology in the application is similar to Valve Index.
Digital Trends Live: U.S. vs. Huawei, Facebook’s ‘Hobbi,’ and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we dig into the top trending stories in tech, including the U.S.’s charges again Huawei, Stranger Things 4, and more.
Xbox head says Amazon and Google are major competition. He’s not wrong
Xbox head Phil Spencer recently revealed that the company views Amazon and Google as significant competition for Microsoft's gaming division in the future while also dismissing gaming Nintendo and Sony as major threats to the company during a recent interview with the technology website, Protocol.
PlayStation Critics’ Choice Sale has big deals on the best-reviewed games
The PlayStation Critics' Choice sale is currently offering big deals on some of the best-reviewed 2019 games, as well as earlier titles players might have missed.
Iron Man VR for PlayStation has been delayed until May
Originally scheduled to launch in just over a month, Marvel's Iron Man VR has been delayed until May 15. The game, to be released on PlayStation VR, is a first-person superhero game that will let you play as Tony Stark both in and out of his famous suit. It joins a growing list of delayed 2020 games.
PlayStation 2019 Wrap-Up: How to see your year in PS4 gaming
2019 was a big year for PlayStation 4, with games like Death Stranding and MediEvil releasing. Here is how to view your year in gaming, including trophies, with the PlayStation 2019 Wrap-Up. Other data includes total time spent playing, your most popular genre, and how many total PS Plus games you downloaded.
Sony to skip E3 for the second year in a row, despite PS5’s impending launch
Sony will skip E3 2020 after already skipping E3 2019. This is despite the company planning to launch the PlayStation 5 at the end of the year, and with several large games still on the way. Microsoft and Nintendo don't appear to be skipping E3 thus far, nor do other third-party game publishers.
PS5 controller prototype appears to leak courtesy of a cleaner
Images showing what appears to be a PS5 prototype controller have leaked online by a user who claimed to work as a cleaner for a game studio. The images also featured an alleged PS5 development kit, which looks like the same one we have seen in past leaks. The PlayStation 5 is due to release later this year.
PlayStation 5 backward compatibility will reportedly work with all generations
A report from HipHopGamer claimed that the PlayStation 5 will feature backward compatibility with games from all of the console's generations all the way back to the original PlayStation. If the rumor turns out to be true, Sony will be eliminating one of Microsoft's advantages with its upcoming Xbox Series X.
Best holiday 2019 gaming deals: Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, and PC
Retailers are offering massive discounts on some of the most popular games of the year across various gaming platforms. Whether you play on Xbox, PC, PlayStation, or Nintendo, there are a slew of deals for you to take advantage of. Here are the best holiday 2019 video game deals available right now.
The PS5’s controller could include more buttons on the back
Sony recently announced a new rear button peripheral for the PS4's DualShock 4 controller, and it appears the PS5's controller could also feature rear buttons built-in based on a recent Sony patent filing. The controller could also feature adjustable hand grips to accommodate larger players.
5 of the biggest PlayStation 5 questions Sony still needs to answer
The PS5 is scheduled to launch in late 2020, but Sony still has several questions it needs to answer regarding the next PlayStation console. These are the five biggest PS5 questions we have, including a few that we also still have regarding Microsoft's own Xbox Series X console, as well.
Sony just added the Xbox Elite controller’s best feature to PS4
Sony has added the best feature available on the Xbox Elite controller to PS4. New programmable back buttons will be available on PS4 controllers via an accessory that is far cheaper than a new controller. Multiple profiles can be saved on the device to easily switch to another player's preferred settings.
Digital Trends Live: PlayStation update, Blue Origin launch, Fortnite vs. Google
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Adrien Warner dive into the biggest trending tech topics of the day, including a PlayStation update, robo call screening, Blue Origin launches, Fortnite battles Google, and more.
Greatness is here: Minecraft on PS4 finally gets full crossplay support
Minecraft on PS4 will finally be upgraded to the game's Bedrock Edition this week, meaning its players can enjoy the game with those on Xbox One and Nintendo Switch systems for the first time. Crossplay between other platforms has been enabled since 2018, with PS4 initially left out of the fun.
PS5 could let users share controller inputs in single-player games
A patent filing by Sony could point to a new feature in the PS5 that could let players share the controller inputs in a single-player game, and even vote on who gets to perform which actions. The feature would make use of the cloud is the latest in a growing list of social features that could come to the console.
What to expect from final PlayStation State of Play for 2019
Sony will air the last State of Play for 2019 on December 10, and promises a host of PlayStation 4 announcements. While there will be no updates on the PlayStation 5, games that may make an appearance include Sucker Punch's Ghost of Tsushima and Capcom's Resident Evil 3 remake.
PlayStation could bring a portable game controller to PC and TV
A patent application that was just published in late November suggests that Sony could be making a portable PlayStation controller capable of connecting to televisions and PC, complete with a screen. The device will reportedly nclude a gyroscope and internet connectivity as well.
End of its Vita: Sony won’t make another PlayStation handheld
Sony will not be making another PlayStation handheld like the Vita, following the system's poor sales since its 2012 launch. The PlayStation 4 has continued to sell well over its own lifespan, and a PlayStation 5 system will arrive in late 2020. Sony had some success with its first handheld, the PSP, back in 2005.
Resident Evil 3: Nemesis remake is all but confirmed as images pop up online
Store images for a Resident Evil 3 remake have appeared on an official PlayStation site, just days before The Game Awards. A full remake of Resident Evil 2 was released earlier this year to commercial and critical acclaim for Capcom. It retold the original story with updated gameplay and visuals.
PlayStation celebrates Guinness World Record as best-selling home console brand
Sony and PlayStation have been awarded the Guinness World Record for the best-selling home video game console brand of all time, with more than 450 million systems sold since the first PlayStation launched in 1994. The PS4 has managed to sell more than 100 million units in its lifetime already.
Save on a year of PlayStation Plus with Amazon’s Black Friday sale
Amazon is currently offering a $15 discount on a yearly membership to PlayStation Plus, which is a required service for playing online multiplayer on PlayStation 4. The service also offers free games, as well as additional discounts and use of the cloud save system in case your local save data is erased.