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‘Video Unlimited’ Renamed to ‘PlayStation Video’ on Android

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 28, 2015 | 0 comments

Since the start of the year, Sony has been busy renaming and killing services that didn’t match up with its plans moving forward. Under this house cleaning, Sony ended its attempts at competing in the music streaming space and in doing so, killed Music Unlimited. Luckily for those on PlayStation, the service was replaced by PlayStation Music, which is actually a skin for Spotify as the service is entirely powered by them. In order to simplify its naming structure, Sony has also renamed their Walkman app on Android to simply Music. As Sony themselves put it:

Not all people make the connection that Walkman is about music. So, to simplify for all our users, we are changing the name to make it easy to understand what this app gives you: Music

Now Sony is renaming another one of their services.

PlayStation Now Comes to 2015 Sony Blu-ray Players

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 24, 2015 | 0 comments

Just yesterday, we put together a list of devices that support PlayStation Now. With support for the streaming gaming service, you’re able to enjoy PlayStation 3 games without the need to own the console. All you need is a half decent internet connection (5Mbs or faster) and you’re off to the races. Now, Sony Blu-ray player owners can take advantage of the streaming service as well. More details after the jump.

PlayStation Now Device Compatibility List

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 23, 2015 | 0 comments

It’s no secret that Sony rightfully sees the future of gaming in the cloud. While in the past 20 years of PlayStation, we’ve seen hardware iterations that continue to improve, there will be a time that all you’ll need to get the latest PlayStation experience is a web connection and a compatible device.

Sony is already doing this by bringing PlayStation Now, their gaming streaming service which allows you to rent individual titles or subscribe for a flat fee (a la Netflix), to devices outside of the PlayStation family. This includes Sony televisions, Blu-ray players, and most recently, their 4K fleet.

After the jump, we’ve put together the most recent list of devices that support PlayStation Now.

PlayStation Store Update (04-21-15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | Apr 21, 2015 | 0 comments

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for April 21st, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can continue jump into the newest offering Ubisoft, Assassin’s Creed Chronicles: China and the quirky L.A. Cops.

PlayStation 3 users can now play the highly anticipated Shovel Knight (3 way cross buy). This also marks the final week of the annual Spring Fever sale which is featuring discounts on Shovel Knight and the Call of Duty franchise.

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).

Star Wars Episode 1-6 Come to PlayStation Video

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 16, 2015 | 0 comments

Not to be left out of the celebration, PlayStation Video on the PlayStation Network will also be where you can get your Star Wars fix. Specifically, you can now purchase Star Wars Episode 1-6 as part of the Digital Movie Collection which features never-before-seen special features. Unlike traditional movie collections, users can opt to purchase all 6 movies or individually pick the titles they like.

After the jump, pricing details and what you can expect from the special features on Star Wars: The Digital Movie Collection.

PlayStation Store Update (04/14/15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | Apr 14, 2015 | 0 comments

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for April 14th, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can continue jump into the highly anticipated Mortal Kombat X.

PlayStation 3 users can now play Teslagrad (also available on PS4) and PlayStation Vita users can now enjoy Titan Souls (also available for PS4). This also marks week five of the annual Spring Fever sale which is featuring discounts on Titan Souls and the Grand Theft Auto Franchise.

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).

What You Can Get for $20/Mo With PlayStation Now

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 13, 2015 | 0 comments

When PlayStation Now initially launched, the service was limited to allowing you to rent games on a title-by-title basis. While great for those who wanted an occasional game, it left something to be desired for gamers who wanted to sample all kinds of games or binge-game over their weekend. Months later, Sony would also introduce a subscription service which, for $20/mo, allowed you to game as much as you wanted. Just last week, we released a list of games that’s available for rent via PlayStation Now. After the jump, we have a list of games that’s available via the subscription service which differs from the rental library.

PlayStation Now Rental Options Grow, Adds Uncharted 3 & Super Stardust HD

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 9, 2015 | 0 comments

Since PlayStation 4 system update 2.50, PlayStation Now has turned into a system default install where previously it was a downloadable app from the PlayStation Store. For those unfamiliar, PlayStation Now allows you to rent over 200 PS3 games, starting at just $.99. Sony hopes by having the streaming service installed from on each PS4, that more gamers will be aware of it and take advantage of the service which just gained a few new titles. New games on PlayStation Now include:

Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception
Super Stardust HD
Hustle Kings
Ninja Gaiden Sigma
Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate

After the jump, the full list of games available for rent via PlayStation Now await you.

Quick Thoughts on ‘Valiant Hearts: The Great War’

by Isaac Morataya | Apr 3, 2015 | 0 comments

In Flanders fields the poppies blow,

Between the crosses, row on row,

That mark our place; and in the sky,

The larks, still bravely singing, fly,

Scarce heard amid the guns below.

These words were written by Lt. Col. John McCrae during the Great War (1914-18). Here in Canada, across Europe and other former British Colonies we marked the centennial anniversary of the start of the First World War this past July. Just prior to that on June 24th 2014 Ubisoft Montpellier released a small game to commemorate the occasion. After the jump, we have the details on this bite sized, but highly rated game.

PlayStation Store Update (03-31-15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | Mar 31, 2015 | 0 comments

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for March 31, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can continue jump into the highly anticipated Axiom Verge and owners of each systems can jump into the new season of baseball in MLB 15 The Show.

PlayStation 3 users can now play Anna- Extended Edition and PlayStation Vita users can now enjoy Toukiden: Kiwami. This also marks week five of the annual Spring Fever sale which is featuring discounts on Axiom Verge and the Batman Franchise.

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 Valiant Hearts (PS4), Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishment (PS3), and CounterSpy (3 way cross buy).

PlayStation TV Won’t Support PlayStation Vue

by Sohrab Osati | Mar 19, 2015 | 1 comment

In a move that only Sony/PlayStation could pull off, PlayStation TV, the companion device which allows you to stream PS4 games, and play PlayStation Vita games on your television will not support PlayStation Vue, the streaming TV service from Sony. Yes, PlayStation TV won’t support Sony’s PlayStation television streaming initiative. After you’re done shaking your head, meet us after the jump for some more head shaking.

PlayStation Store Update (03-17-15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | Mar 17, 2015 | 0 comments

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for March 17, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can continue jump into the highly anticipated Battlefield Hardline (also available on PS3) and Final Fantasy Type-0 HD (Day one edition also includes demo for Final Fantasy XV).

PlayStation 3 users can now get their JRPG fix with The Awakened Fate Ultimatum and PlayStation Vita users can now enjoy Soldner X -2: Final Prototype. This also marks week three of the annual Spring Fever sale which is featuring discounts on Jamestown+ and the Assassin’s Creed Franchise.

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 Valiant Hearts (PS4), Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishment (PS3), and CounterSpy (3 way cross buy).

PlayStation Store Update (03-10-15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | Mar 10, 2015 | 0 comments

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for March 10, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can continue jump into the updated DmC: Devil May Cry: Definitive Edition and the highly anticipated Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number (3-way Cross Buy).

PlayStation 3 users can now play Sniper Elite 3 Ultimate Edition and PlayStation Vita users can now enjoy Tokyo Twilight Ghost Hunters. This also marks week two of the annual Spring Fever sale which is featuring discounts on Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number and the Saints Row Franchise.

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 Valiant Hearts (PS4), Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishment (PS3), and CounterSpy (3 way cross buy).

PlayStation Store Update (03-03-15)

by Trevor Rodenberger | Mar 3, 2015 | 1 comment

Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for March 3, 2015. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users now can continue jump into the brutal HELLDIVERS (3-way cross buy) along with the mysterious White Night.

PlayStation 3 users now now enjoy Crimsonland (3-way cross buy) and PlayStation Vita users now enjoy OlliOlli 2: Welcome to Olliwood (cross buy with PS4). This also marks week one of the annual Spring Fever sale which is featuring discounts on HELLDIVERS and the Lego Franchise.

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 Valiant Hearts (PS4), Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishment (PS3), and CounterSpy (3 way cross buy).

Hands on with ‘The Order: 1886’

by Isaac Morataya | Feb 27, 2015 | 0 comments

The Order: 1886 arrived this past Friday with a whirlwind of mixed messages from media and devs alike. First, let me address the elephant in the room. The Order is NOT 5 hours long. Having played it, I can say with certainty that the game is in fact 7 to 8 hours long – no shorter than some Call of Duty or Battlefield campaigns. After the jump, wee go in depth with The Order: 1886.