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Red Dead Redemption Port Taking Heavy Flak; Gamers and Experts Expected Something Different

Maciej Gaffke, 08 August 2023, 12:39

The recent announcement of Red Dead Redemption ports has severely disappointed gamers and experts. Some outright urge people not to buy this thirteen-year-old game, which is likely to cost around $50.

PS Plus for July 2023: New Games Coming Today

Maciej Gaffke, 04 July 2023, 14:32

We know what time PS Plus Essential subscribers should get access to new titles. We also learned how much space players need to prepare on the disk.

Time for PS4's Funeral; Sony Ends Production

Krzysiek Kalwasinski, 11 August 2022, 17:12

The PS4's life is slowly coming to an end. This is evidenced by the fact that Sony has not provided the recent sales figures for the console. Nevertheless, the final result is still very impressive.

Sony Knows When It's Done With PS4 Games

Przemyslaw Dygas, 27 May 2022, 14:50

We know when Sony will ditch the PS4 altogether. The Japanese company's previous console doesn't have too many years of life ahead of it.

Sony Promises to Significantly Ramp Up PS5 Production

Sonia Selerska, 11 May 2022, 14:45

PlayStation makers announce a 56% increase in PS5 production in their fiscal year summary. They're not worried about the decline in PS Plus subscribers.

GTA V Better on PS5 Than on PC; Digital Foundry Analyzes Next-gen Version

Patrick Kubiak, 19 March 2022, 16:55

Grand Theft Auto V is now available on next-gen consoles, as well as a refreshed version on PC. So how does the PlayStation 5 version compare to the PS4, and why does it annoy PC gamers?

PS4 Firmware 9.0 Cracked; PS5's Security May be Compromised

Michael Zegar, 14 December 2021, 21:55

An exploit has been released for version 9.0 of the PS4, enabling users to install their own software on the console - including pirated games. It should also work on PS5, but due to lack of hardware for testing, the crackers are unable to verify this.

Here's Why PS5 Games Take Up Less Space Than PS4 Versions

Michael Zegar, 22 November 2021, 13:04

Some PlayStation 5 games weigh up as much as 50% less than the PS4 versions. PS5's lead system designer has revealed the trick behind it.

Youtuber Stacks Broken PS4s Demanding Right to Repair

Miriam Moszczynska, 07 October 2021, 13:33

An American youtuber stacked a tower of forty-two PlayStation 4 consoles to draw attention to the serious problem of not having the right to repair electronic devices.

You Can Now Run Games on PS4 With Dead CMOS Battery

Arkadiusz Strzala, 22 September 2021, 17:25

The CBOMB issue related to the CMOS battery on the PS4 may have become a memory now. The console with updated firmware enables us to run games even with the wrong date set.

Firmware 9.0 Enables Us to Browse PS5 Trophies on PS4

Hubert Sledziewski, 15 September 2021, 16:51

PlayStation 4 has received system update 9.0, which adds a highly anticipated feature. Starting today, you can view trophies from PS5 on PS4.

PS4 Firmware 9.0 Adds Option to Browse Trophies From PS5 Games

Paul Musiolik, 31 July 2021, 21:37

Sony has released a test firmware update to version 9.0 on PS4, which enables us to preview trophies from games released on PS5.

PS4 Firmware 8.52 Available for Download

Filip Wegrzyn, 22 June 2021, 18:22

Firmware update numbered 8.52 has been released for the PlayStation 4 console. Owners of the aforementioned hardware did not receive much, but the fact that Sony continues to support it is encouraging.

Free PS4 Theme From Days Gone Devs Available

Jacob Blazewicz, 26 April 2021, 19:08

PlayStation 4 owners can now download a dynamic theme inspired by Days Gone for free. The gift from the team at Bend Studio can be picked up only today.

PS4 Update Lets You Share Games With PS5

Hubert Sledziewski, 15 April 2021, 10:53

PlayStation 4 software update 8.50 is now available for download. Along with adding some new features, Sony has taken away users' access to the Communities tab.

Without CMOS PS4 Blocks Access to Games; Internet Investigates

Jacob Blazewicz, 12 April 2021, 22:03

Internet user known as Forest has confirmed rumors of a problem with the PlayStation 4 console's CMOS battery. It seems that after it fails, the PS4 really does block access to all games, even those on disc.

PS4 Won't Launch Games if Internal Battery Dies

Arkadiusz Strzala, 25 March 2021, 19:31

A clock error can render the PS4 nearly useless. All it takes for this to occur is for the console's internal battery to die, effectively rendering it incapable of running games.

PS4 Beta Update 8.5 Patch Removes Communities From Menu

Paul Musiolik, 04 March 2021, 11:14

The PS4 system update 8.5 has been released aa open beta. Those who have received the code from Sony can share it with others. What changes does the new firmware introduce?

Sony Ends Production of Most PS4 Models

Bart Swiatek, 05 January 2021, 19:20

Sony has discontinued several PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 4 Pro models. Only the basic version of the Japanese 8th-gen console will remain on sale.

Cross-gen Games will be Developed for Several More Years

Paul Musiolik, 11 November 2020, 14:40

A lot of water may pass under the gaming bridge before developers stop supporting PlayStation 4. Sony Interactive Entertainment's vice president has admitted that the company actively encourages the development of games for both generations of consoles.

Head of PlayStation: PS4 Will Remain the Dominant Console in 2022

Bart Woldanski, 02 November 2020, 15:56

The head of Sony Interactive Entertaiment emphasized how important for the company are the users of PlayStation 4, which is expected to remain the dominant console across 2022. He also suggested that exclusives could appear on the PS4 for several years.

Sony's Farewell to PS4 Summarizes Gen-defining Titles

Bart Woldanski, 19 October 2020, 22:41

Sony has decided to memorize all the important games that launched on PlayStation 4 in a single trailer, bidding its farewell to eighth generation consoles as the PS5 is about to be released.

Sony Releases Free Black Lives Matter Theme for PS4

Jacob Blazewicz, 19 October 2020, 20:16

Sony has released a new PlayStation 4 theme, inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement. The theme is free to download.

PS4 Firmware 8.0 Eavesdrops on Players? Sony Explains

Jacob Blazewicz, 15 October 2020, 18:33

The internet became abuzz after a new firmware update for PlayStation 4 introduced a warning message to informing of the possibility of our calls from being recorded. Sony commented on the matter.

PS4 Firmware Version 8.0 Update Breaks PSN

Paul Musiolik, 14 October 2020, 22:24

Sony released PS4 firmware update version 8.0, which integrates group and event tabs. Instead, communities and events were removed, and what's worse, access to PSN was broken.

Sony Finally Repaired Game Download List on PC

Paul Musiolik, 14 October 2020, 20:41

Sony has been rebuilding its network infrastructure for some time. This entails many expected changes. The latest is a completely new version of the game download list that we can use on PC.

PS5 Will Offer More PS4 Games but Without Some Features

Jacob Blazewicz, 30 September 2020, 23:55

Internet users have found an interesting piece of information. The source code of PlayStation website indicates that Sony intends to add support for more PS4 games, but there will be some problems and missing features.

Sony Plans to Support PS4 for 3-4 More Years

Bart Swiatek, 17 September 2020, 15:59

Sony Interactive Entertainment's CEO said in an interview that the community around PlayStation 4 will remain important to his company for the next three to four years. Plans related to the price and launch date of PlayStation 5 were formulated early this year.

PS4 Firmware Version 7.55 Available for Download

Christian Pieniazek, 26 August 2020, 19:36

Gamers can now download the 7.55 firmware to their PlayStation 4 consoles. As is often the case, the new software update focuses exclusively on system performance.

Sony's Report Suggests PS4 is Slowly Leaving the Stage

Paul Wozniak, 04 August 2020, 20:07

Thanks to Sony's financial report, we have learned about sales of PlayStation 4 in the first quarter of this fiscal year. In this case we are observing a downward trend, but the company can be satisfied with the results in other segments.

SSD in PS4 Pro Reduces Loading Times and Improves Graphics

Bart Swiatek, 04 August 2020, 14:59

Digital Foundry experts have looked at what can be gained by installing a high-speed SSD into our PlayStation 4 Pro. As it turns out, quite a lot - this type of storage not only significantly reduces loading times, but also improves visuals in some games.

PS5 Will Overtake PS4 Within 5 Years, Claims Sony

Mikolaj Laszkiewicz, 28 July 2020, 13:27

Within five years, PS5 is expected to sell more units than PS4 over its entire life cycle.

PS4 - Firmware 8.0 Will Add Support for Authentication Apps

Jacob Blazewicz, 25 July 2020, 20:08

Sony intends to introduce a two-step verification option on PlayStation 4, using authentication apps. The feature will debut with the console's software upgrade to version 8.0.

Ghost of Tsushima Becomes 15th Top Rated PS4 Exclusive

Adrian Werner, 19 July 2020, 21:48

According to Metacritic summary, Ghost of Tsushima is the 15th highest rated PlayStation 4 exclusive, 17th if we ignore the occasional PC ports of some titles.

PS4 Firmware 8.00 Inbound

Milosz Szubert, 17 July 2020, 20:01

We're likely to see a new PlayStation 4 software update soon. Version 8.00 is reported to focus on the news and events. Selected people have already had the opportunity to test the upcoming changes.

Sony Launches Bug Bounty Initiative on PS4 and PSN

Damian Strozek, 25 June 2020, 14:49

Sony Interactive Entertainment has just launched the Bug Bounty initiative, thanks to which users will be able to report various errors related to PS4 and PSN. Significant rewards are awaiting the best bug hunters.

The Last of Us 2 - Naughty Dog Accused of Illegal Use of Music

Bart Swiatek, 05 June 2020, 11:22

In a Twitter post, singer Lotte Kestner accused Naughty Dog of illegally using her version of True Faith in the trailer of The Last of Us: Part II. The cover contains fragments that are not in the original song.

Problems With PS4 Firmware Version 7.50; Better Wait With Installation

Jacob Blazewicz, 17 April 2020, 21:16

Internet users report problems with their PlayStation 4 due to the latest software update. Some gamers have been unable to boot up the 7.50 firmware, while others have noticed malfunctions in the Blu-ray drive.

Firmware 7.50 Improves PS4 Performance

Christian Pieniazek, 16 April 2020, 15:19

PlayStation 4 users can now download the latest version of software for this console. Firmware 7.50 improves system performance.

Photorealistic Forest Shows the Full Power of PS4

Paul Wozniak, 01 April 2020, 15:53

Photorealistic projects created in Dreams, a unique PlayStation 4 exclusive, show the true capabilities of the console.

Horizon Zero Dawn is Coming to PC This Summer

Mathias Zulpo, 10 March 2020, 16:21

As revealed in a Q&A session with Head of PlayStation Worldwide Studio Herman Hulst, Horizon Zero Dawn: Complete Edition will officially debut on Steam this summer.

109 million of PS4 vs. 41 million of Xbox One - AMD on Console Sales

Bart Swiatek, 06 March 2020, 10:50

AMD has announced that a total of more than 150 million PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles have been delivered to the stores. By comparing this data with the information disclosed by Sony, we know that sales of Microsoft's device are about 41 million.

Play and Win Prizes on PlayStation's Player Celebration

Paul Wozniak, 19 February 2020, 13:10

With over 100 million players using PlayStation 4, Sony has decided to organise an action with avatars and themes to be won. Everyone will also get a chance to win a special set, which includes a platinum trophy with the winner's nickname engraved on it.

PS4 Console and Game Sales Slowing Down

Jacob Blazewicz, 04 February 2020, 15:52

Sony boasted its financial results for the period between October and December 2019. In the past quarter, the company recorded a significant drop in sales of PlayStation 4 and games as the ninth generation of consoles approaches.

Over a Billion PlayStation 4 Games Have Been Sold

Adrian Werner, 01 February 2020, 21:24

Sony announced that by the end of January 2020, total sales of PlayStation 4 games exceeded 1.18 billion copies. The only console in this family the has done better is PS2.

French PlayStation Website: DualShock 5 Compatible With PlayStation 4

Jacob Blazewicz, 15 January 2020, 22:03

The French PlayStation website reported that the DualShock 5 pad will enable us to play on PlayStation 4, and this has again raised hopes related to the rumor of the controller's alleged compatibility with the new console.

PlayStation 4 Firmware Gets 7.02 Update

AS, 19 December 2019, 22:23

PlayStation 4 is receiving its second update this month, to version 7.02. It is designed to improve the performance of the system. The upgrade is not the smallest, as we'll need at least 470 MB of free disk space. Can we expect even more revolutionary PS4 updates?

Programmable Buttons on DualShock 4; Here's Sony's Official Attachment

Bart Swiatek, 17 December 2019, 20:32

Sony has created an attachment that adds two programmable buttons to the DualShock 4 gamepad. The device works with any model of the controller and will be available for sale in February next year.

Rumor: Horizon Zero Dawn Coming Out on PC?

Bart Swiatek, 04 December 2019, 13:13

Russian journalist Anton Logvinov suggested in a YouTube video that Horizon: Zero Dawn, the popular action-adventure game from Guerrilla Games, which has so far only appeared on PlayStation 4, would also receive a PC version.

Sony's Playstation Celebrates is 25th Anniversary

Bart Swiatek, 03 December 2019, 12:37

The PlayStation brand celebrates its 25th birthday today. Sony's first console appeared on the market on December 3, 1994. The CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, Jim Ryan, wrote a special note to fans on this occasion, in which he reminniscenes on the past and thanks for the community's support.