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Guide Best Puzzle Games on PS5
PS5's best puzzle titles, rated and ranked
What are the best puzzle games on PS5? The puzzle genre is arguably the most popular on the planet, with franchises like Tetris and – whisper it – Candy Crush Saga appealing to millions upon millions of players all around the world. But, like the Tetronimos many of you will no doubt be familiar with,...
News Fortnite's Original, Iconic Map Will Return Later This Week on PS5, PS4
What's old is new again
The modular nature of Fortnite’s map has enabled developer Epic Games to adapt and change it over time, but there had been strong rumours for several months now that it’d return to its origins as part of the release’s next major update. And that’s exactly what’s happening starting 3rd November, as the developer...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Fans Are Finished with the PS5 Game's $10 Halloween Fatality
Boycott begins
An additional Halloween Fatality is available for purchase within Mortal Kombat 1’s in-game store right now, and the release’s community is incensed by the addition. The finisher costs 1,200 Dragon Crystals, but you’ll need to cough up $10 for 1,250 Dragon Crystals in order to obtain it. When you consider the entire release can...
News Alan Wake 2 Dev Praises Epic's Publishing Team for Acclaimed PS5 Release
"They really care"
In a year filled to bursting with genuine Game of the Year contenders, Alan Wake 2 has added another candidate to the list. The game, itself a sequel to an old Xbox 360 exclusive, was published by Epic Games – and developer Remedy has been singing its partner’s praises on Twitter, noting that the company “really cares”...
News PS5 Horror Quantum Error Isn't Out Yet, But It's Already Making a Profit
Game breaks even prior to launch
Cosmic horror Quantum Error, one of the first games announced for the PS5, will officially launch later this week on 3rd November – but developer TeamKill Media won’t be sweating its day one sales too much. That’s because, according to a post on the game’s official Twitter account, the project has already...
News GTA 6's Innovative PS5 Animation Engine Promises to Be Highly Dynamic and Realistic
Patent teases potential tech
Rockstar rarely ever rests on its laurels from project to project, and considering it’s been over ten years since GTA 5, we can surely expect GTA 6 to be a revolutionary experience. But while the label is keeping its cards close to its chest regarding the project, one eagle-eyed Reddit user has discovered a patent...
News Gran Turismo 7 Promises Major PS5, PS4 Update Next Week
At least seven new cars incoming
Gran Turismo 7 has been growing on a monthly basis, but series creator Kazunori Yamauchi promises a “big update” is coming for November, with at least seven new cars. The industry veteran posted his traditional silhouette picture on Twitter, seemingly confirming the upcoming addition of the Lexus LFA, Nissan...
News PS5, PS4's Most Played Games Probably Won't Surprise You
Interesting, nonetheless
Unfortunately, Sony doesn’t have a most played PlayStation games list like Xbox and Steam, which means we’re often left in the dark over what people are actually playing on PS5 and PS4. Still, it doesn’t take a genius to guess the contents of the top ten, and this Circana chart at least gives us a glimpse into the most...
Guide New PS5, PS4 Games This Week (30th October to 5th November)
Dead or alive
What new PS5 and PS4 games are releasing in physical retailers and as part of the PS Store update this week? The release schedule is a little quieter after the launch of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and Alan Wake 2, but RoboCop: Rogue City may be one worth watching. Click through the links for a full list of all new PS5 games release dates in...
All PS5, PS4 games lists for PS Plus Essential, Extra, and Premium
What are all PS Plus games? Sony's PS5 and PS4 subscription service, PlayStation Plus, is jam-packed with hundreds of games available to members. On this page, we're going to tell you everything you need to know about PS Plus, including a full list of all PS Plus games across all...
News Sony Does a Lot Behind the Scenes to Ensure High Quality PS5 Exclusives
But is still humbled by success
While it doesn’t have a flawless record, it’s fair to say that most PlayStation Studios releases are of a high quality. Many of the company’s games secure strong Metacritic ratings, and in an interview with Barron’s, bigwig Eric Lempel admitted that management is humbled by the games’ critical receptions...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 500
An epic celebration special
We’ve got an extra-special edition of WAYP lined up this week, as we’re celebrating our 500th issue anniversary. This regularly recurring feature was first published on 2nd March, 2013 – although initially we had the bizarre idea of running it bi-weekly. It wasn’t until an entire year later – with Issue 33, on...
Guide New PS5 Games Release Dates in 2023
All 2023's upcoming PlayStation 5 launch dates
What new PS5 games release dates in 2023 are coming up? If you're after a full list of 2023 PlayStation 5 release dates, you've come to the right place. With the PS5 now in its third year, the number of games heading its way is growing larger and the quality is getting better. We'll be keeping you...
Guide New PS4 Games Release Dates in 2023
All 2023's upcoming PlayStation 4 launch dates
What new PS4 games release dates in 2023 are coming up? If it's a full list of 2023 PlayStation 4 release dates you need, look no further. As usual, we'll be updating this article throughout the year, refreshing it with new titles and release dates so you can be clear which new PS4 games are on the...
Guide New PSVR2 Games Release Dates in 2023
All 2023's upcoming PlayStation VR2 launch dates
What new PSVR2 games release dates in 2023 are coming up? If you're looking for a full list of 2023 PSVR2 release dates, then we've got you covered. Sony's headset is off to a strong start in its first year on the market, with virtual reality developers both big and small committing their support to...
News Stylish Time Travel RPG Reverse: 1999 Could Come to PS5 in the Future
But no plans right now
Hot on the heels of juggernaut success Honkai: Star Rail, the latest gacha to send mobile gamers potty is Reverse: 1999, an uber-stylish deck-building time travel RPG which is being promoted pretty much everywhere in Asia right now. The title has an all-star voice cast and some of the most striking artwork we’ve seen in some...
Guide Honkai: Star Rail: All Current and Upcoming Banners (October 2023)
Warp this way
Looking for all current and upcoming banners in Honkai: Star Rail? Banners, or Warps as they're known here, are a concept in gacha games where the rate of pulling new or returning characters is elevated for a set period of time. If you're looking to build an unstoppable team in HoYoverse's hit turnbased RPG, or simply want to collect...
Guide Honkai: Star Rail: All Characters
Every playable character available now
Looking for all characters in Honkai: Star Rail? While your adventure aboard the Astral Express is presented from the perspective of the Trailblazer, a huge part of the appeal in HoYoverse's hit turnbased RPG is investing Star Rail Passes and
News Spiritual Successor to PS4, PS Vita Classic Velocity 2X Not Announced for PS5
IKARO Will Not Die
FuturLab was, during the halcyon PS Vita days, one of PlayStation’s most dependable indie partners. The Brighton-based developer, which initially found fame through Sony’s short-lived PS Minis scheme, released some of the handheld’s best games – culminating in the outstanding arcade shooter, Velocity 2X. But having found...
News Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Is Going to Look Unreal on PS5
And here's the proof
The first in-engine footage of Konami’s upcoming Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater has been published as part of an Xbox Partner Preview – and it confirms the game is running in Unreal Engine 5. The results, as you’d no doubt expect, are incredibly impressive. While this feels more like a tech demo than a true...
News Bus Simulator 21 Turns to Trams on PS5, PS4 Next Month
There's a new standalone game en route, too
Bus Simulator 21’s previously announced Tram Extension will make a stop on PS5 and PS4 from 14th November – but developer StillAlive Studios has even bigger news. Anyone who owns the core game and the aforementioned Tram Extension – or the Season Pass – will be eligible to download an upcoming...
Guide PS Stars Guide: All Campaigns and Solutions (October 2023)
Your ultimate guide to Sony's loyalty scheme
PS Stars, or PlayStation Stars, is a free loyalty program for PS5 and PS4 which enables you to earn PS Store credit, free games, and Digital Collectibles. If you're a PS Plus subscriber, then you'll earn additional Points based on each PS Store purchase you make. In this PS Stars guide, we're going to...
News New PS5 Icon Denotes Which Games Can Be Streamed with PS Plus Premium
Cloudy with a chance of streaming
Sony’s added a new icon to the PS5’s user interface to demonstrate which games can be streamed. You’ll see the symbol – a kind of cloud shape with a PS Plus logo next to it – on the home screen, as well as on tiles in your Game Library. If you press options then you’ll be given the option to stream,...
News Secret PS5 Update Finally Makes It Possible to Check for Updates on Games in Your Library
Finally
Update: It’s taken an obscenely long time to roll out for everyone, but you should all now have the ability to check for updates on PS5 software in your Game Library. Sony has quietly rolled out the feature without a firmware update, but if you dig into your catalogue of installed software and hit the Options button, you should see the...
