Sony has detailed the features that are coming to the PS4 in upcoming firmware update v5.00, codenamed NOBUNAGA. The firmware update improves many features on the console, such as parental control, friends list management and notifications, and introduces Family Accounts. Invites to join the beta have already started going out.
Polyphony Digital have released new trailers for their upcoming Gran Turismo Sport game, including one for the PlayStation VR featuring the winner of GT Academy. The second and third trailers look into advanced matchmaking techniques used by the game, and a little introduction into the game, respectively.
Sony has begun sending out invites to join the PS4 Firmware 5.00 beta today. If you’re lucky enough to be chosen, you’ll receive an email (like the below) with instructions on where to get your PSN Code to activate the beta. Sony is also giving out two extra codes, which you can share with friends.
Telltale Games has revealed that the second episode in Season 2 of Minecraft: Story Mode will be arriving this month. The new episode, titled “Giant Consequences” will release on all platforms on 15th August 2017. The new episode sees Jesse and the gang embark on a new adventure into the icy unknown.
July’s PlayStation Store Chart has been revealed by Sony Europe, revealing July’s top selling digital games. And for the second month running, Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy has topped the PS4 chart, beating the various other newcomers. On the PlayStation VR, newcomer Superhot VR was the top seller.
Sony is bringing the cost PlayStation Plus in the UK and Europe in-line with the rest of the world in August, increasing the cost of all subscription levels. Sony America increased the price of PlayStation Plus back in September 2016, and in August, Sony Europe will be following suit.
After being available on PC and Mac for the best part of three years, The Sims 4 is finally making the jump to consoles. The game will be available in two editions when it launches on the PS4 and other consoles this November: Standard Edition and Deluxe Party Edition.
The PlayStation Plus games for August 2017 have been revealed, and it includes two great titles for the PS4. Six new games will be available on 1st August, and include Just Cause 3 (PS4) and Assassin’s Creed: Freedom Cry (PS4) – both are rather good games. Lets hope this is a good indication for future games too.
The June 2017 PlayStation Store chart for Europe was revealed a few weeks ago, revealing the top selling digital titles last month. And it’s no surprised that Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy was the best selling game in June on the store, despite going on sale on 30th June.
Bungie has extended the Destiny 2 for a further day, giving you more time to enjoy the game before it officially releases. The open beta is now scheduled to end at 6 PM PDT on Tuesday, 25th July 2017 in North America, which translates to 2 AM GMT on Wednesday, 26th July 2017.
