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Xur Has Gjallarhorn (and How to Get Enough Strange Coins)

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 14, 2015 | 0 comments

Stop what you’re doing -even if it’s open heart surgery! – as Xur has once again stocked up on the infamous Gjallarhorn. That’s right, for the price of just 17 Strange Coins, you and your loved ones can experience all that is almost awesome (will be fully awesome once you have Wolf Pack rounds). For the unacquainted, the Gjallarhorn is the strongest weapon in Destiny and a rare one to find. Even more rare is Xur selling one. At last count, I believe only one other time has Xur, the black arms dealer who appears over the weekend and disappears before midnight on Sundays offered this exotic weapon.

If you’re short on coins, you can find our guide after the jump with tips on how to attain Strange Coins (including an easy way to get 9) and the hilarity that has ensued on Twitter over players going nuts for the rare beast.

‘Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection’ Won’t Feature Multiplayer

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 12, 2015 | 0 comments

For those unfamiliar, Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection on PS4 will features all three previous installments with better lighting, textures, and models that will run at 1080p/60fps. Visual improvements aside, you can also expect no difficulty options, trophies, and even a photo mode. However, unlike Uncharted 2 and Uncharted 3 which shipped with multiplayer, this collection will be missing those features.

Lets talk after the jump.

PlayStation 4 Firmware 3.0 Details Leak

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 11, 2015 | 1 comment

As always, before I get into the juicy details, keep in mind that all “leaked” information should be taken with a grain of salt until we hear directly from Sony. As is with such things, details are subject to change till the last minute so even if a feature exists in the beta today, it doesn’t mean it will be in the find build. With that out of the way, news come about a small private beta taking place in Japan for PlayStation 4 firmware 3.0.

The last major firmware update the PS4 received was earlier this year (firmware 2.5) and brought some great features to the console. However with firmware 3.0, Sony is looking to add a lot of social features like direct live broadcasts to YouTube.

Lets talk details after the jump.

Destiny Update 1.2.0.5 Now Live

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 11, 2015 | 3 comments

In late July, word came out about Destiny update 1.2.0.5. The patch, which at the time lacked a release date, was designed to include a fix for the Husk of the Pit as well as bring rewards to those who helped with the Nepal relief efforts.

Now Destiny update 1.2.0.5 is live and includes a few extra tweaks. Those details await you after the jump.

‘Destiny: The Taken King’ Will Offer New Gear

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 10, 2015 | 0 comments

Hey Guardians, feeling tired of the same ol’ gear that you’ve been upgrading over the past year? Heard of The Taken King, the giant new DLC that’s set for release on September 15th? Well beyond all the goodies like new weapons, raids, storyline, and strikes, Bungie is also adding new gear as well.

More info after the jump.

Uncharted Movie Delayed By Another Year

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 7, 2015 | 2 comments

In the next 6 months, we’re going to be getting a whole lot of Uncharted love in the PlayStation world. Come October 9th, Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection will land on PS4 where we get to revisit the first three chapters of the franchise in glorious 1080p/60fps. On top of that, expect new difficulty modes and balancing tweaks to the game.

Though delayed till early 2016, we’ll soon enough be getting our hands on Uncharted 4 which is already looking sublime. Unfortunately for us, that’s all the Nathan Drake we’ll be getting for some time as the previously scheduled Uncharted movie that was to land sometime in 2016 has been delayed.

PS4 Universal Media Remote Finally Revealed

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 7, 2015 | 3 comments

Rejoice, PlayStation 4 fans. After two long years of waiting, the PS4 is finally getting its own universal remote which will allow you to easily play and control Blu-ray movies among other media features on PS4. Connecting via Bluetooth, the new PS4 Universal Media Remote is capable of controlling up to four devices like your PS4, set top box, TV, and receiver. Much like the PS3 remote, this remote features a dedicated Home button to allow you to easily jump to the consoles main screen. There are also dedicated button for Option/Share, two new features for PS4. Perhaps best yet, the Power button on the remote allows you to turn on/off PS4 in a very easy manner, something that wasn’t possible on PS3.

The kicker for all this? The PS4 Universal Media Remote isn’t made by Sony.

PlayStation 4 Mobile Projector – AKA Sony MP-CL1 Portable Laser Projector

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 6, 2015 | 12 comments

Previously known as the MP-CL1 Portable Laser Projector, Sony is tapping into their electronics arm to help beef up the PlayStation ecosystem. Dubbed the PlayStation 4 Mobile Projector, this new accessory will allow gamers to take their PS4 anywhere and easily play on, thanks to its compact design. Sony was able to achieve this by utilizing laser to power the projector and not the typical bulb system which in turn also requires a fan to keep it cool. Those two things alone cause typical projectors to be far more bulky.

After the jump, more details and pictures.

‘Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection’ Gains New Difficulty Mode & Damage Balance

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 5, 2015 | 0 comments

Coming to the PS4, Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection will encompass the first three adventures of Nathan Drake. It’s already been revealed that the games will run at 1080p and 60fps which can only add to what have already been three beautiful games. Beyond visual tweaks, developer Bluepoint Studios, who have handled other ports like the God of War Collection, will be improving how damage is dealt in the game alongside a new difficulty mode.

Those details after the jump.

Naughty Dog Wants You to Move to LA

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 4, 2015 | 0 comments

Naughty Dog wants you to move to LA. No, seriously. They’ve put together a 3 minute video showing what life’s like in Los Angeles (a place I also made the pilgrimage to) and what it’s like to be part of the studio. Naughty Dog is most famously known for the Uncharted franchise and The Last of Us with a back catalogue of classic games like Jak & Daxter. The video game industry is a highly competitive market, especially for talent that’s suited for AAA studios like Naughty Dog, so the video, which can be found after the jump, is designed to help give people a glimpse of the studio and life in LA from a different perspective.

PlayStation Vita and PlayStation TV to Get ‘PlayStation Now’ Subscription

by Sohrab Osati | Aug 3, 2015 | 0 comments

Great news PlayStation Vita and PlayStation TV owners. After months of “it’s coming soon,” Sony is officially bringing PlayStation Now subscriptions to the PS Vita and PS TV. Till now, you could use PlayStation Now on a per-rental basis, meaning you could rent individual games. Starting today, alongside that option, you’ll also be able to sign up or use your PlayStation Now subscription, which gives you access to more than 100 games for one price.

Details await you after the jump.

id Software Wants ‘Doom’ to Run at 1080p/60fps on PS4

by Sohrab Osati | Jul 31, 2015 | 0 comments

A surprise at E3 2015, id Software showed off DOOM, the latest revival of the cult classic shooter. id has been known for games that have pushed PCs to the breakpoint like DOOM 3 which forced half a nation to upgrade to the latest ATI Radeon cards. Now id has its eyes on consoles with DOOM and wants the

highest resolution possible

After the jump, more thoughts from Executive Producer Marty Stratton.

‘DriveClub’ Races Past 2 Million Sales Prior to PS+ Edition

by Sohrab Osati | Jul 31, 2015 | 2 comments

DriveClub, the exclusive PS4 arcade racer by Evolution Studios started with a troubled life on PS4. After a long delay, the game launched with completely broken servers which hampered the game’s experience, seeing how it is built around a connected world. This eventually led to layoffs at the studio yet despite all of this, the Evolution Studios stood by their game and addressed all connectivity issues, but has also brought an extensive list of DLC, many free, which include new tracks and cars.

Now comes news that DriveClub has raced past (couldn’t help myself) the 2 million units sold mark, prior to the release of their free PlayStation Plus Edition. And you know what? They deserve that milestone, seeing how DriveClub is one of the most fun games on PS4. More details after the jump.

PS4 Sales Pass 25 Million; Beat Company Expectations

by Allegra Osati | Jul 30, 2015 | 4 comments

As I wrote earlier today, Sony Mobile is not doing well with declining sales that are dragging down the company. One saving grace for Sony continues to be PlayStation which, if it wasn’t for their mobile arm, would catapult Sony even higher.

That’s because earlier today, Sony reported Q1 FY15 earnings and PlayStation once again led the pack and in doing so, even beat Sony’s own expectations for the powerful console. Those 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