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PS5 beta update brings M.2 SSD storage expansion support, but there’s a catch

PS5 beta update brings M.2 SSD storage expansion support, but there’s a catch

July 29, 2021
Sony has revealed that it’s rolling out a beta update to the PlayStation 5, enabling its long-awaited storage expansion feature. Now gamers who have filled up the storage on their PS5’s built-in SSD and who also have signed up for the beta program will be able to install an M.2 SSD in the bay to...
Here are the free games available to PS Plus subscribers in August 2021

Here are the free games available to PS Plus subscribers in August 2021

July 29, 2021
PlayStation Plus subscribers are getting a batch of new games this August, which will be available to download starting on August 3. Unlike in previous months, there is no PlayStation 5-exclusive title in August, with all three games available to play on PlayStation 4. All games will be available to PS Plus members through September...
Over 10 Million PlayStation 5 Consoles Have Been Sold Worldwide

Over 10 Million PlayStation 5 Consoles Have Been Sold Worldwide

July 28, 2021
Sony has announced that the PlayStation 5 has officially hit one of its first post-launch milestones: It’s sold 10 million units globally. It reached that milestone within a year of the console’s release, in spite of a global pandemic and supply scarcity. According to Sony, this is the fastest-selling console in the company’s history. The announcement...
PlayStation 5 owners can get a six-month free trial of Apple TV+

PlayStation 5 owners can get a six-month free trial of Apple TV+

July 22, 2021
Sony has announced a new perk for PlayStation 5 owners. Starting today, PS5 owners can get a free 6-month subscription to Apple TV+ to watch on their consoles. In order to download it, all they have to do is download the app from the Media tab on the console and then sign in with their...
Sony continues PS5 domination in India with 12th July restock

Sony continues PS5 domination in India with 12th July restock

July 12, 2021
Indian retailers today confirmed that the PlayStation 5 will be available for pre-order in the region starting July 12. Sony's latest console has been in high demand since its launch last year, and the company has been having a tough time keeping it in stock. So, if you've not been able to get your hands...
Here are the free games for PS Plus subscribers in July 2021

Here are the free games for PS Plus subscribers in July 2021

June 30, 2021
Sony today revealed which games will be offered for free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, and the offering includes two PS4 titles and one PS5 title, as has become the norm since the next-gen console came out. The games that are included in this update include Call of Duty and WWE 2K titles as well as...
These are the best PlayStation 5 games to play right now: Spiderman, God of War, and more!

These are the best PlayStation 5 games to play right now: Spiderman, God of War, and more!

June 27, 2021
The PlayStation 5 has well and truly arrived, being over a half-year-old and having several exclusive games. If you’ve been lucky enough to get your hands on the new console, then here are 15 games you should play. Like its rival, the Xbox Series X/S, the PlayStation 5 is an incredibly powerful console on which you...
This Week in Gaming: Cyberpunk 2077, Windows 11, and the Abandoned conspiracy theory

This Week in Gaming: Cyberpunk 2077, Windows 11, and the Abandoned conspiracy theory

June 25, 2021
The week after E3 is usually a fairly quiet one in the world of gaming, and we’re all collectively holding our breath until the late summer shows -- in this case EA Play and the rumored State of Play event. That said, there were a few notable stories this week. Cyberpunk 2077 returns to the PlayStation...
Here are the essential Prime Day deals for gamers: Games, keyboards, headsets, and more

Here are the essential Prime Day deals for gamers: Games, keyboards, headsets, and more

June 22, 2021
Prime Day is here, and while we all benefit from the deals, gamers especially can benefit from the steep discounts. So if gaming is your primary hobby, then you can find several appealing discounts on games, accessories, and hardware. Here are your must-haves if you’re a gamer on Prime Day. Hardware These are the essentials that you...
Sony’s PS5 beta program lets users test new system features

Sony’s PS5 beta program lets users test new system features

June 17, 2021
The first major update for the Sony PlayStation 5 arrived in April this year, bringing with it USB storage support for PS5 games along with new social features and personalization options. Sony has now revealed that there's another major update on the horizon, and it wants the general public to beta test it before the...
Sony will reportedly debut a new PlayStation VR headset late next year

Sony will reportedly debut a new PlayStation VR headset late next year

June 16, 2021
Following the launch of the PlayStation 5, Sony debuted a host of new accessories for the gaming console. These included the new DualSense controller charging station, Pulse 3D wireless headset, a media remote controller, and an HD camera. Earlier this year, the company showcased new VR controllers for the PS5 as well, but it revealed...
Get 12 months of PlayStation Plus for only $45 right now ($15 off)

Get 12 months of PlayStation Plus for only $45 right now ($15 off)

June 3, 2021
Ever since the launch of the PlayStation 4, Sony has required an active PlayStation Plus subscription to play most games online. The service also provides select PlayStation 4 games on a monthly basis at no extra cost, and some exclusive sales and discounts. The 12-month option normally goes for $60, but for a limited time,...