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PlayStation Plus Content Announced for August 2014

by Trevor Rodenberger | Jul 30, 2014 | 1 comment

Are you ready for more information about free games? If so, you are in luck because the PlayStation Blog has announced all of the free games that North American PlayStation Plus users will be able to download during August.

Each platform will receive at least two games and some platforms will receive even more if a game is cross-buy between multiple systems. One game PlayStation 4 users can look forward to receiving this month is the brand new roguelike puzzle game Road Not Taken. PlayStation 3 users will receive the beautiful shooter Crysis 3 along with several other titles thanks to cross-buy. PlayStation Vita gets a great this month with both the new platformer Metrico and the highly addictive brawler-RPG Dragon’s Crown.

As you may know Sony has recently changed their release schedule for PlayStation Plus games and members will now have access to all games on the first Tuesday of each month. However, the free games are only available for one month so do not delay in claiming your free games!

Keep reading to see a full list of free games available for August!

PlayStation Store Update (7-29-14)

by Trevor Rodenberger | Jul 29, 2014 | 1 comment

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for July 29, 2014. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users can now purchase The Last of Us: Remastered and pre-order Madden NFL 15 and Diablo III: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition (also available for PS3).

Users of all 3 systems can now purchase the fantastic Rogue Legacy (see our review here). PlayStation Vita owners can also now enjoy the Ratchet & Clank Collection on the go. Also, a friendly reminder that the 2014 PlayStation Store PLAY program is in its first week. Find more details on this sale in our original post.

Finally, as you are probably aware PlayStation Plus users now receive all of their free games at the beginning of the month and each week there will be new sales. This week PlayStation Plus users can take advantage of a discount on Pure Pool for the PS4.

Will You Be Purchasing ‘The Last of Us Remastered?’

by Sohrab Osati | Jul 29, 2014 | 0 comments

The Last of Us Remastered has officially launched on PS4 and can be purchased as either a digital download or on a good-ol fashioned Blu-ray disc for $49.99. Naughty Dog already has a day of The Last of Us Remastered patch 1.01 that brings with it some great enhancements like ‘Photo Mode’ and a locked 30fps option. In addition to improved visuals, Naughty Dog is also making great use of the Dualshock 4. All of this begs the question:

MP3 and Video Players Coming This Holiday to PS4, DLNA Not Till 2015?

by Sohrab Osati | Jul 29, 2014 | 6 comments

PS4 firmware 1.75 has now officially been released and with it came Blu-ray 3D playback, a feature that the PS4 surprisingly didn’t have from launch day. While the PS3 over the years has been built as one of the best home theater machines with Blu-ray 3D playback, extensive media apps, and easy playback of MP3 and videos from home servers, the PS4 has lacked all of these features. Luckily Sony is aware that there’s a demand for such features. Unfortunately, they’re not coming just quite yet with some as far as 2015. Lets talk specifics.

PS4 Firmware 1.75 Now Available for Download; We Have the Details

by Sohrab Osati | Jul 29, 2014 | 1 comment

Last week, it was announced that PS4 firmware 1.75 would arrive and bring with it Blu-ray 3D playback. As expected, the PS4 system software update is now live and brings with it exactly that. What else can we expected from the last firmware update? We talk details, after the jump.

The Last of Us Remastered Patch 1.01 Revealed

by Sohrab Osati | Jul 28, 2014 | 0 comments

The Last of Us Remastered isn’t coming out till the 29th of July on the PlayStation 4 but that doesn’t mean Naughty Dog isn’t hard at work tweaking their highly-praised game. Once the game is released, which will technically be tonight at midnight, gamers can expect to download The Last of Us Remastered patch 1.01 that brings it some promised additions like a ‘Photo Mode’ and a locked 30fps option.

After the jump, we reveal all the changes that are coming with The Last of Us Remastered patch 1.01.

How To – Report an Inappropriate Message on the PlayStation 4

by Trevor Rodenberger | Jul 26, 2014 | 0 comments

Have you ever received a message from another PlayStation user that you consider inappropriate or harassment? Unfortunately this can happen when you are dealing with others in an online community. Luckily, Sony has set up a system to report these users as long as their message violates the terms of use. Sony takes all reports seriously and will even go as far as to ban players from the network for inappropriate activity. Keep reading to see our step-be-step guide on how to report an inappropriate message on the PlayStation 4.

Sony’s 2014 Gamescom Lineup Includes ‘Journey,’ ‘Unfinished Swan’ for PS4

by Brien Bell | Jul 25, 2014 | 1 comment

From LittleBigPlanet 3 to Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, E3 had some big reveals for the PlayStation family of devices. But E3 isn’t the only major gaming show this year, and the Cologne, Germany-based Gamescom is right around the corner. While there are several unannounced titles sure to be front-and-center, like Media Molcule’s colorful new PS4 game, or maybe the next big Corey Barlog joint from Santa Monica Studios, Sony Europe has (accidentally) revealed a preliminary list of what will be playable on the show floor.

Should You Buy ‘Rogue Legacy?’

by Trevor Rodenberger | Jul 25, 2014 | 6 comments

Last year at Gamescom 2013, Sony announced that the PC hit Rogue Legacy would be coming to all 3 PlayStation platforms in 2014. I was thrilled when I heard the announcement as I was already a big fan of the game and with the release coming up next week on July 29th, I have been lucky enough now to play the game on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and Playstation Vita! For those of you that don’t know, Rogue Legacy is a very challenging platformer that has many roguelike qualities and includes procedurally generated layouts in the dungeon. Keep reading to see whether the fun and challenge of this game translates well to the PlayStation platforms!

‘Now TV’ Comes to PS4 via New App

by Sohrab Osati | Jul 24, 2014 | 2 comments

Sky, one of the largest broadcasters in the UK is officially bringing their ‘Now TV’ app to the PS4. Based on a subscription model like Netflix, Now TV allows PS4 owners to view content from Sky like TV shows, movies, and sporting events. Recently Sky struck an exclusive broadcast agreement with Paramount Pictures that brings with it titles like Anchorman 2 and Noah.

Blu-ray 3D Support to Arrive with PS4 Firmware 1.75 Next Week?

by Sohrab Osati | Jul 24, 2014 | 0 comments

One of the most baffling omissions from the PlayStation 4 has been the ability to support Blu-ray 3D playback. A functionality that the PS3 gained many years ago, and one that even most sub $100 Blu-ray players support has till now been a cause of hesitation for home theater buffs who have an extensive collection of Blu-ray 3D films. If they move onto the PS4, it means playback will no longer be possible so either would-be upgrade have to keep both PS3 and PS4 or hold off till Sony brought the functionality to the PS4. To make matters worse, Microsoft recently announced Blu-ray 3D support would be coming to the Xbox One, making Sony’s own console lacking in the media playback depart despite Sony being one of the biggest champions of Blu-ray and 3D.

Luckily, it seems like the PS4 Blu-ray 3D crises might end as early as next week thanks to PS4 firmware 1.75.

PlayStation Store Update (07-22-14)

by Trevor Rodenberger | Jul 22, 2014 | 1 comment

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for July 22, 2014. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users can now pre-order all 4 of the titles available in the PLAY 2014 program (see more details here) as well as purchase Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty which the new take on the classic Abe’s Oddysee.

PlayStation 3 users can now purchase Entwined (also available now for the PS Vita) and PlayStation Vita owners can now purchase Atelier Rorona Plus: The Alchemist of Arland (also available for PS3). Beyond the PLAY 2014 program, there is also a Super Hero Sale going on with deep discounts on titles in the inFamous and Batman series.

Finally, as you are probably aware PlayStation Plus users now receive all of their free games at the beginning of the month and each week there will be new sales. This week PlayStation Plus users can take advantage of deeper discounts on the Super Hero Sale along with sales on several RPGs including the Persona series.

PlayStation Store PLAY 2014 Program Announced

by Trevor Rodenberger | Jul 22, 2014 | 2 comments

Today on the PlayStation Blog it was announced that the PlayStation Store PLAY 2014 Program would be kicking off after the PlayStation Store updates this evening. Just like in previous years, PlayStation has selected 4 upcoming titles over the next 4 weeks to take part in the program. This year they will be focusing on cross-buy (PS3, PS4, & PS Vita) indie games with the likes of PlayStation exclusive Hohokum and Rogue Legacy (be sure to be on the look-out for our review before release next week) being two of the participating titles. To sweeten the deal, those folks that pre-order or purchase more than one PLAY game will receive a voucher for PSN credit later. Keep reading to see the rest of the details and the other two participating titles!

First Teaser for Media Molecule’s New PS4 Game Isn’t Your Typical Teaser Trailer

by Brien Bell | Jul 22, 2014 | 3 comments

Media Molecule, the developer of LittleBigPlanet and Tearaway, has revealed a little bit about their upcoming, still-unannounced PlayStation 4 title, including a very short teaser trailer. But their method of teasing their new game is quite different from most early reveals.

How To – Take a Screenshot on PS4 and Share

by Trevor Rodenberger | Jul 20, 2014 | 0 comments

When Sony announced the PlayStation 4, they made it clear that they understood that the social aspect of gaming was critical and the ability to share the experience with others was something that the average user would enjoy. To this end Sony included a Share button on the DualShock 4 just for this purpose. This button is extremely powerful and allows you to do everything from save a video clip to broadcast your gameplay for others to see. On this edition of How To – we will go over the steps necessary to take and share a screenshot on PS4.