Just like the PS4, Sony has started a firmware beta program for the PS5, allowing owners to help test system software updates and try out new features before everyone else. The program is open to open to players over the age of 18 in the U.S., Canada, Japan, U.K., Germany and France.
Read MoreRockstar Announces Server Shutdown for PS3 Games, Including GTA Online
Rockstar Games will be shutting down the online servers for three of their PS3 and Xbox 360 games towards the end of this year, the company has announced. The three games include Max Payne 3 and L.A. Noire and GTA Online, and will start to go offline from September. The single-player / offline modes will be unaffected by the server shutdown.
Read MoreCyberpunk 2077 Returns to PlayStation Store Next Week
Sony and CD Projekt Red have confirmed that Cyberpunk 2077 will be returning to the PlayStation Store next week, on 21st June 2021, just over 6 months after the game was pulled from the Store. However, Sony is advising gamers to play the game on the PS4 Pro or PS5, as the game still has issues on the PS4 console.
Read MoreRiders Republic Gets September 2021 Release Date
Ubisoft’s Riders Republic has been giving a new release date during the Ubisoft Forward presentation. The game, which was delayed back in January 2021 to a “late 2021” release window, will now be releasing in September for the PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Google Stadia.
Read MoreAssassin’s Creed Valhalla Patch v1.2.2 Available to Download
Ubisoft have released a new patch for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, updating the game to v1.2.2, which is available to download right now. The update is roughly 5 GB on the PS5 and anywhere between 5 GB to 13 GB on the PS4, depending on region. The update includes new game content as well as improvements and bug fixes.
Read MoreTwo Point Campus Coming to PS4 and PS5 in 2022
The sequel to the Two Point Hospital, has been announced for the PS4 and PS5. Two Point Campus will task you with running your very own academic institution, from building your own buildings, customising the outdoor space, and educating students with extraordinary new courses like Knight School and Gastronomy.
Read MoreDeath Stranding: Director’s Cut Announced for PS5
Kojima Productions has announced Death Stranding: Director’s Cut, which will be coming to the PS5. The announcement was made in the Summer Game Fest live stream, which took place yesterday. The live stream included a 3-minute teaser trailer for the game, which featured some elements fans of Metal Gear are familiar with.
Read MorePS5 System Software v21.01-03.20.00
A new minor firmware update for the PS5 has been released, updating the system software to v21.01-03.20.00. The update mainly fixes a number of bugs on the console as well as improving system performance. The update also includes a DualSense controller firmware update that also improves stability.
Read MoreTop PSN Sellers for May 2021 in Europe and North America
The PlayStation Store charts for North America and Europe have been revealed, listing the top selling titles in both regions last month. On the PS5, Resident Evil Village was the top selling title in both regions beating Returnal, which came in second place in North America, and third in Europe.
Read MoreGod of War: Ragnarok Delayed to 2022
Sony’s Santa Monica Studio has announced that God of War: Ragnarok has been delayed into 2022. The studio made the announcement via twitter, which means gamers will have to wait a little while longer to continue the story of God of War (2018). Although not explicitly mentioned in the statement, the delay has been partly cause by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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