PlayStation Network

PSA: Star Wars: The Force Awakens is Available on PSN for Download

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 3, 2016 | 0 comments

I’ve been asked this a few times so I figured I’d write a quick blurb about it. For any of you who’ve gone all digital or can’t wait till the Blu-ray release, you’ve been able to download Star Wars: The Force Awakens for the past few days on PSN. Once downloaded, you can watch the flick on PS4 and PS3. I believe you can also watch them on PS Vita as well though Sony makes no specific mention of the portable.

Keep in mind that as a digital download, you can delete the movie and download again when needed. Those who purchase the digital version will also get bonus features like:

Uncover the secrets behind the making of the movie in a feature-length documentary. Plus Deleted Scenes and other spectacular bonus content, including The Story Awakens: The Table Read, Crafting Creatures, Building BB-8, and much more.

So if you’ve been itching to watch The Force Awakens again, may I direct you to your nearest PlayStation console.

Black Friday: PSN Flash Sale (Plus Additional 10% Code)

by Sohrab Osati | Nov 26, 2015 | 0 comments

Finally some deals for those of us who’ve gone digital only. PSN is providing a plethora of deals for PS4, PS3, and PS Vita owners with some deep discounts that are valid till Monday, November 30th. They include

The Order: 1886 (PS4) – $10
Destiny: The Taken King Legendary Edition (PS4, PS3) – $39.59
FIFA 16 (PS4, PS3) – $35.99
Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 (PS3) – $39.49
Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number (PS Vita) – $7.50 (cross-buy)
LEGO Jurassic World (PS Vita) – $13.99
Titan Souls (PS Vita) – $7.50

I don’t know about you guys but I’ve been wanting to give The Order: 1886 a try and $10 is a pretty damn good price. Of course if you’re not playing Destiny, then I highly recommend jumping as there’s never been a better time to play through one of the most fun shooters out there.

After the jump, the full sale list, including how to get an additional 10% off.

PlayStation Vue Arrives on Amazon Devices & It’s a Big Deal

by Sohrab Osati | Nov 13, 2015 | 0 comments

For regular readers of the site, you know that time and time again, I’ve argued that the future of PlayStation is not another console and yet a cohesive service that lives on other devices. Think about the ceiling Netflix would have reached if its service only ran on their own hardware. PlayStation is no different and I suspect that there will most certainly be a PS5 – but a PS6 or PS7 as a dedicated console? That seems less and less likely – and more likely that, much like Netflix, they’ll be an app on hardware from other manufacturers like Amazon and perhaps Apple.

If you need further proof of this, look no further than PlayStation Vue arriving on streaming boxes from Amazon. Let’s talk more after the jump.

‘PlayStation Vue’ Gains ESPN, ABC & More Disney-Owned Networks – Becomes Real Contender

by Sohrab Osati | Nov 5, 2015 | 0 comments

As a quick recap for those not familiar, PlayStation Vue is the internet-based TV offering from Sony. Though limited to only a handful of cities (though more are on the way), the cloud-based streaming service allows you to watch television live like any other cable provider. What differentiates them from other beloved services, like, say, Comcast, is the cloud component. Without the need of a DVR, PS Vue allows you to rewatch many of the shows up to 3 days in what’s called ‘Catch Up.’

Of course for many, that’s not enough which is where the true cloud component of Vue comes into play. Dubbed ‘My Shows,’ it allows your favorite shows and all upcoming airings to be automatically saved to the cloud for up to 28 days without any conflicts. And unlike traditional cable, Vue even allows you to option of a la carte by selecting the channels you want, aka paying for what you want. Despite all this, I myself have yet to give the service a try due one large networks lack of presence, Disney. Sure Vue has CBS, NBC, Fox, and all the sub channels that go with them like SyFy, USA, and AMC to name a few but without Disney, there is no ESPN and no ABC which airs my favorite show on TV right now, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Now all of that is changing.

Sony Wants PSN to be a “Global Entertainment Platform”

by Sohrab Osati | Nov 2, 2015 | 2 comments

There is no doubt that PlayStation, thanks to the success of PS4, continues to do well and even outperform most analyst expectations. Due to the ever increasing momentum which is greatly helping Sony’s bottom line while other divisions like Mobile continue to struggle, Sony not so surprisingly wants to leverage the division in other to scale further. In short, Sony wants to capitalize on the reach of PS4 and the money it’s bringing in and further invest in the gaming division.

More details after the jump.

An Inside Look at Making ‘Powers’ on PlayStation

by Allegra Osati | Oct 14, 2015 | 0 comments

Just a week ago, we talked about how Sony has green lighted Powers: Season 2. Launched as part of an initiative to bring original and exclusive content to the PlayStation Network, Powers is set in a grittier world of super heroes where the consequences of those with powers is felt everyday.

After the jump, an inside look at how Powers is made for PlayStation Network.

Powers: Season 2 Confirmed

by Sohrab Osati | Oct 7, 2015 | 0 comments

Sony has some big plans for PlayStation Plus in 2016. Among them, the company wants to expand online multiplayer titles while also strengthening original contents like Powers. More and more, we’re seeing original content created by your none traditional companies like Netflix, Amazon, and now PlayStation. As the traditional cable model begins to fall, it’s becoming more important than ever for platforms to have shows unique to them in order to draw people in. While Netflix is good, it’s great when you consider you have shows like House of Cards, Orange is the New Black, and Sense8 to name a few.

Though new at it, Sony is looking to do the same thing with PlayStation which is good news for fans of Powers. More details after the jump.

Are You Experiencing Issues With PSN Today?

by Sohrab Osati | Jul 29, 2015 | 0 comments

Some members of the community are reporting issues with PSN today. At this time, it doesn’t appear to be a widespread issue and personally, I haven’t had a problem logging onto PSN and getting games like Destiny up and running. Still, Sony seems aware of the matter and is looking into it.

We’re aware that some are having issues accessing PSN at the moment. Thanks for your patience as we investigate.

— Ask PlayStation (@AskPlayStation) July 29, 2015

Arabic Support Comes to PlayStation Store

by Sohrab Osati | Jun 12, 2015 | 0 comments

It’s always a good sign when a service you like expands to new regions and supports other popular languages. From a business standpoint, the more countries and languages that PlayStation can support means the more people who will easily have access to Sony’s content which in turn means higher sales. For gamers, it means we get to share our passion with others and a healthy Sony is only good for us as it translates to more money to invest in the brand we’re all supporting.

Now, the PlayStation Store has added another language to its arsenal: Arabic.

PlayStation Store Update (05-19-15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | May 19, 2015 | 2 comments

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for May 19, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can jump into the highly anticipated The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Farming Simulator 15.

PlayStation Vita users now have access to Alien Shooter and there is a large sale entitled Extended Play which features discounts on several games that include Season Passes/DLC.

Finally, as you are probably aware PlayStation Plus users now receive all of their free games at the beginning of the month and then are given discounts on extra content the rest of the month. The PlayStation Plus games for May include Ether One (PS4), The Unfinished Swan (PS3/PS4), and Murasaki Baby (PS Vita).

PlayStation Store Update (05-12-15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | May 12, 2015 | 0 comments

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for May 12, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can jump into Toren, Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster, and Project Cars.

PlayStation 3 users now have access to the Prototype Franchise Bundle and PlayStation Vita users now have access to Breach & Clear.

‘Powers’ Holds the Key to Original Programming on PlayStation

by Allegra Osati | May 8, 2015 | 0 comments

By now, we’re all familiar with the idea of a superhero show. Whether your favorite focuses on a singular character, like Smallville did, or follows a team based in a super world, like Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., we’re inspired to believe that our world really could be filled with superheroes – and we just don’t know it yet. What makes Powers stand out from the likes of these is not its content so much as its platform; as PlayStation’s first push into original programming, and with the fact that it’s available exclusively on PlayStation Network, this is one unique show.

PlayStation Store Update (05/05/15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | May 5, 2015 | 0 comments

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for May 5, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can continue jump into Wolfenstein: The Old Blood.

PlayStation 3 users can now play Chariot and PlayStation Vita users now have access to Cosmophony (3-way cross buy) .

PlayStation Store Update (04-28-15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | Apr 28, 2015 | 0 comments

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for April 28th, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can continue jump into the quirky simulation game Tropico 5 and the latest advent Broken Age (also available for PS Vita).

PlayStation 3 users can now play Risk and PlayStation Vita users now have access to the Star Wars Mega Bundle. This week the PlayStation Store is having a Golden Week sale and features deep discounts on Japanese inspired games including the incredible must-buy PlayStation 1 Classic Suikoden 2. If you do not already own this game, buy it now! It is easily one of the best JRPGs available.

Finally, as you are probably aware PlayStation Plus users now receive all of their free games at the beginning of the month and then are given discounts on extra content the rest of the month. The PlayStation Plus games for March include Never Alone (PS4), Dishonored (PS3), and Killzone: Mercenary (PS Vita).