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.
Historic Sony CRT TV Rescue: 440-pound Gaming Relic Saved from Japanese Restaurant
Gaming enthusiasts orchestrate a daring rescue of a rare $40,000 Sony KX-45ED1 television from the 1980s, just days before a restaurant demolition in Osaka. The 45-inch CRT behemoth, crucial for authentic retro gaming, now awaits public display after careful preservation.
LG Exits Blu-ray Player Market as Physical Media Era Fades
LG Electronics discontinues its Blu-ray player production, following similar moves by major manufacturers like Sony and Samsung. This development signals the continued decline of optical disc formats as streaming services dominate media consumption.
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.
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.
PlayStation 5 Pro Surpasses PS4 Pro in Early Sales, Defying Price Concerns
Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro is outperforming its predecessor in initial sales, despite a higher price point. The company is targeting core gamers with advanced features, a strategy that appears to be paying off in the competitive console market.
Sony Unveils Soneium: A Revolutionary Blockchain Platform for Entertainment and Gaming
Sony Group launches Soneium, a Layer-2 blockchain platform aimed at transforming entertainment and gaming. The project, developed with industry partners, offers built-in regulatory tools and aims to appeal to mainstream users.