The top download charts for August 2021 has been released, listing the top selling titles on the PlayStation Store. In the US, Madden NFL 22 was the top seller on the PS5, while Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut was the top seller in Europe. Hades also made a strong debut, appearing in the top 5 in both regions.
Read MoreBattlefield 2042 Delayed by a Month to November 2021
EA has announced a delay to the release of Battlefield 2042, pushing back the release date by a month to November 2021. The reason for the delay is related to unforeseen challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, as developers continue to work from home.
Read MoreMidnight Black Pulse 3D Wireless Headset Announced, Launches in October
Sony has announced a new colour for the Pulse 3D Wireless Headset for the PS5, to match the new DualSense controller colours that were released in June 2021. From next month, the Pulse 3D headset will be available in Midnight Black, featuring two subtly different shades of black.
Read MorePS5 System Software v21.02-04.00.00
A new major firmware update for the PS5 has been released, updating the system software to v21.02-04.00.00. This latest update includes over 20 improvements and changes to the PS5, including enabling the M.2 SSD expansion slot, vertical trophy lists, 3D audio support for TV speakers, and improvements to displaying PS4 games.
Read MorePS4 System Software Ver. 9.00
Sony has released PS4 Firmware 9.00 to the public today, having been in beta testing for the last couple of months. The biggest change to the PS4 system software in the support for PS5 trophies on the Profile Screen and Trophy List. Just over 10 months after the PS5 launch, this update finally adds PS5 trophy support to the console.
Read MoreLittleBigPlanet Servers Shutdown for PS3 and PS Vita Titles
Following some downtime to the LittleBigPlanet online community, it turns out that online services for the older LittleBigPlanet games have been shut down, without any prior warning. In a statement posted on twitter, the LittleBigPlanet twitter account stated that online services for all LittleBigPlanet games on the PS3 and PS Vita are no longer available.
Read MoreNew PS5 Firmware Update Launches Tomorrow
A new major firmware update for the PS5 launches globally tomorrow, bringing a variety of enhancements to the system including 3D audio support for built-in TV speakers, M.2 SSD support and UX enhancements. Alongside the new PS5 firmware, a new update for the DualSense controller will be available too.
Read MoreMarvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Gets New Story Trailer
Another Marvel game to feature in the PlayStation Showcase last night was Guardians of the Galaxy, with a new story trailer revealed. The events of the game take place twelve years after an epic conflict known as the Galactic War swept through the cosmos, and less than a year after Star-Lord formed the Guardians of the Galaxy.
Read MoreUncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection Announced for PS5 and PC
Another big announcement from yesterday’s PlayStation Showcase is the announcement of the Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, which will be coming to PS5 and PC in early 2022. The bundle includes remastered versions of the last two Uncharted games from the PS4: Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End and spin-off Uncharted: The Lost Legacy.
Read MoreGran Turismo 7 Releasing in March 2022
The release date for Gran Turismo 7 has finally been revealed in the PlayStation Showcase, earlier today. Along with a new 3-minute trailer for the game, the release date for the game was revealed as March 2022. The game was expected to release in 2021, but was delayed back in February to 2022.
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