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.
Save hundreds with these PlayStation VR and PS4 console Black Friday deals
You can currently buy a PlayStation VR Mega Pack bundle for just $200, giving you the headset, camera, and five of the best games available on the headset. Paired with a $200 PS4 that also includes three of the best standard PlayStation 4 games of the generation, it's an absolute steal.
Titanfall 2, one of the best shooters ever, will be free on PlayStation Plus
Sony will be making Titanfall 2 free to all PlayStation Plus subscribers in December. The first-person shooter from Respawn Entertainment is one of the best games in the entire genre, with a thrilling single-player campaign and the buttery-smooth and unique competitive multiplayer fans loved from the first game.
PS5 could let you easily play user-created content through screenshots
The PlayStation 5 could include a feature that lets you play user-generated content using data in screenshots or video clips. A patent application was published this month in the United States. It would potentially make finding content in games like Dreams significantly easier than before.
Smash-hit PlayStation 4 action game God of War can be yours for just $10
Amazon is currently selling 2018's excellent action game God of War for just $10. The Greatest Hits version of the game is identical to the original launch game, and is discounted from $20. We thought God of War was one of 2018's best games, with tremendous storytelling and combat.
Possible PlayStation 5 controller design looks strikingly similar to DualShock 4
A design for a potential PlayStation 5 controller has been published in Japan's patent office, and it looks extremely similar to the DualShock 4 currently available for the PlayStation 4. Changes will include a better speaker, as well as haptic feedback that goes beyond simple rumble.
These are the holiday gifts any PlayStation fan will love
PlayStation fans have tons of options for holiday gifts in 2019. We'll help you sift through the trash to find the perfect gift for the PlayStation player in your life, from games to consoles. Even if they just want merchandise to show their PlayStation obsession, we have you covered.
The best video game sneakers
While you can't wear Sonic's iconic shoes, there have been a number of collaborations between known footwear brands and video game companies in an attempt to make the best video game sneakers available. From a homage of Nintendo classics to Halo, these are the some of the most intriguing out there.
Greatness did await PS4, with second-highest sales for any home game console
Sony's PlayStation 4 continues to impress this console generation, passing the total sales of the original PlayStation and even Nintendo Wii. Only the PS2 has more home console sales than PS4, though the original DS and Game Boy have also sold more total units when including handheld systems.
Sony’s PlayStation Vue live TV streaming service shuts down in January
PlayStation Vue, Sony's expensive live TV streaming service, will shut its doors in January 2020 as Sony commits to focusing on its "core gaming business." However, the closure leaves the PlayStation 4 without a live TV streaming solution, as Sony has blocked competitors from launching on the console.
Sony says PlayStation 5 will be world’s fastest console, then takes it back
A now-removed line from a job posting at Sony claimed the PS5 will be the world's fastest game console, but can the next PlayStation system make good on that promise, or will Xbox Scarlett reign supreme? Both consoles are due to release for the holidays in 2020, with no firm launch dates set.
Cubs superstar Javier Báez nabs a spot on the MLB The Show 20 cover
Slick-fielding Cubs infielder Javier Báez will be on the cover of MLB The Show 20 when it releases next year. The dual-threat player has made a name for himself as one of the best in the league, despite the Chicago Cubs falling short of expectations during the 2019 season.
Patent reveals PlayStation VR 2 with built-in cameras, augmented reality mode
Patent filings suggest that the PlayStation VR 2 will look similar to its predecessor, but with a few important upgrades under the hood. The headset is expected to come with built-in cameras and the capability to show the wearer's surroundings for potential augmented reality applications.
The PlayStation 5 will cut your load times and open your wallet
Sony's announcement of PlayStation 5 details was mostly routine, but there was an unexpected nugget of news. The PlayStation 5's dashboard will let players load directly into game activities, and even see rewards before they play. That could completely change game design.
These leaked PlayStation 5 designs are close to the real thing
A series of leaked PlayStation 5 images released in late August showed a bizarre design for the console's development kit. Those photos were confirmed to closely resemble the real thing. The PS5's name and release window were also confirmed, with the console scheduled to launch in holiday 2020.
Digital Trends Live: iPhone 2020 rumors, PlayStation goes Android, moon cotton
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Luke Larsen break down the biggest trending stories in tech, including a possible new iPhone in 2020, PlayStation 4 goes Android, PayPal exits Libra, China’s moon cotton, house-cleaning robots, and more.
Master snark like Stark when Iron Man VR arrives in February
Sony has revealed that the upcoming PlayStation VR exclusive Iron Man VR will release on February 28, 2020, giving Marvel fans a chance to step into his iconic suit and save the world. The first-person action game will feature a story that focuses on Tony Stark as a human being, as well.
Cloud gaming vs. console gaming: The pros and cons of each
The increasing power of the cloud has led to cloud gaming services, which don't require a traditional console. But when it comes to cloud gaming vs. console gaming, which should you choose? We've listed the pros and cons of both to help you decide how to enjoy your favorite video games.
The Last of Us: Part II has a new trailer and early 2020 release date
Sony has finally given The Last of Us: Part II a release date, and the PlayStation 4 exclusive will be arriving soon than you might have expected. The announcement was made during the latest State of Play video, which also gave us a look at a handful of other upcoming PS4 and PlayStation VR games.
Video game companies pledge to fight climate change at the UN. Is it enough?
Some of the world's biggest gaming companies have come together at the United Nations with a promise to fight climate change and take on green gaming initiatives. But can they offset the gaming industry's growing carbon footprint as cloud gaming looms as the future of the industry?
No wait for PlayStation 5 Pro? Rumor claims console to launch with PlayStation 5
Sony is reportedly planning to launch the PlayStation 5 Pro alongside the base model of the upcoming console, according to a reliable Japanese journalist. The more powerful version is said to cost $100 to $150 more than the PlayStation 5, which is expected to arrive in 2020 or 2021.
Digital Trends Live: Apple event preview, Google Play Pass, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we talk about the biggest trending stories in tech, including an Apple event preview, a Google Play Pass subscription service, Sony Playstation controversy, MIT’s color-changing ink, robot priests, and more.
Sony will not hold a PlayStation press conference at Tokyo Game Show 2019
Sony will not be holding a traditional press conference at the Tokyo Game Show 2019. Instead, its TGS 2019 presence will mostly focus on showing demonstrations for games we already know about. Death Stranding, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, and Final Fantasy VII Remake are among those being shown off.
Xbox says framerate will matter most on Project Scarlett
Head of Xbox Phil Spencer has shared in an interview that a game's framerate and overall playability will matter more than resolution during the Project Scarlett generation of consoles. The system will be capable of 120 frames per second and an 8K resolution, alongside shorter loading times.
Is Sony’s smartphone business dead or can it be revived?
Sony has long been one of the biggest consumer electronics brands around and it used to be a major player in mobile, but sales have just hit their lowest level ever. Can Sony Mobile turn things around or is it game over? What does it need to do to sell more smartphones?
Xbox games on PlayStation? Microsoft executive says it could happen
Microsoft's first-party studios could still create games for other systems, according to head of Xbox studios Matt Booty. Double Fine and Obsidian are both bringing their latest games to PlayStation, and certain future projects could follow suit if the move feels right for the franchise.
The PS5 is available for pre-order from a Swedish retailer for over $1,000
A Swedish retailer has posted a listing for Sony's PS5, and while it doesn't offer new technical details, it does include a staggering price point that is far higher than we expected. Signs do point to this price being a placeholder, however, and we may have to wait for Sony's official word.
Feeling nostalgic? Sony’s PlayStation Classic mini console is on sale for $20
If you grew up in the 90s or early 2000s, chances are you played Metal Gear Solid, and Tekken 3. These are some of the games that helped define the PlayStation 1 era. These nostalgic titles can now be enjoyed with the Sony PlayStation Classic. Get the collectible mini-console for only $20 today.
This Prime Day Sony PS4 bundle deal comes with God of War and Days Gone
Amazon is currently offering a PS4 Pro bundle with the games God of War and Days Gone at a substantial discount. God of War was one of our favorite games of 2018, and it can be played in 4K on PS4 Pro. Days Gone, meanwhile, just released earlier this year, and is a frenetic take on zombies.
Don’t miss this Prime Day PS4 bundle with Spider-Man and Horizon: Zero Dawn
Amazon is currently offering a PS4 Slim 1TB bundle with Marvel's Spider-Man and Horizon: Zero Dawn included for just $250. It's more than $100 off the typical price for the bundle, which happens to include two of the best action games available exclusively for PlayStation 4.