Prior to Destiny update 2.0, which will usher in with it big changes to the game’s weapon system and prepare us all for The Taken King DLC, Bungie will release Destiny update 1.2.0.5. As the numbering scheme indicates, it won’t be a large update.
So what can we expect from the update? Those details after the jump.
Over at the official Destiny forums, Community Manager Chris “Cozmo23″ Shannon has put together a list of features most requested by Destiny players. While not giving them in the specific order of most requested to least, the community wish list is an interesting hodge podge of features that could either enhance the game or completely cripple it.
That list after the jump.
DriveClub is the game that continues to give. While Evolution Studios, the developers behind the title might be hit with layoffs, it hasn’t hampered their support behind the addicting exclusive racer on PS4. With DriveClub update 1.20, Evolution Studios is bring a host of new features to the game like
The new update also preps DriveClub for the upcoming Horsepower Expansion Pack and UniteInSpeed Tour Pack. The full DriveClub update 1.20 details after the jump.
Just a quick heads up, the PS4 system update 2.57 is now live and ready for your consuming pleasure. The optional update weighs in at 250MB and is a fairly quick download and install. From Sony
System software stability during use of some features has been improved.
After the jump, instructions on how to manually download the update.
Along side the heavily anticipated The Taken King DLC will be Destiny update 2.0 and with it will come some major changes to weapons and in turn, likely change the way you play the game. Bungie has heard our complaints loud and clear and auto rifles will once again become more powerful and finally useful again.
Auto Rifle:
Along side tweaks to the auto rifle and other normal weapons in your arsenal, Bungie is making major tweaks to exotic weapons like Gjallarhorn, Thorn, and Ice Breaker. After the jump, the full break down of weapons in Destiny Update 2.0.
We might not be getting Uncharted 4 until 2016, but that doesn’t mean Nathan Drake isn’t coming to PS4 sooner. In fact, Uncharted is coming to PS4 via Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection which features all three previous titles that will run at 1080p/60fps with better lighting, textures, and models. Besides better visuals, all three games will include ‘Photo Mode’ and new trophies.
After the jump, a look at Uncharted 2: Among Thieves running at 1080p/60fps.
PlayStation Now, the cloud based game streaming service from Sony, is the future of gaming. While I’m sure there will be a PlayStation 5 and perhaps even PS6 on the horizon, the writing on the wall is that PlayStation will eventually become an app, thanks to faster internet speeds and more powerful servers.
We’ve already seen the transition happen to video where, instead of needing a Blu-ray disc, you can simply navigate Netflix and similar services instead (for those playing at home, I’m still a hardcore Blu-ray purchaser so while streaming is nice, it still doesn’t give me the lossless audio and video I crave or the extras I enjoy). Much like Netflix, Sony has been busy expanding PS Now beyond PS4 to Sony’s entire 2015 fleet of televisions and Blu-ray players. You can even find PS Now on select 2015 Samsung televisions with a TBA date for PS3 and PS Vita.
With more devices set to gain the app in the future, Sony is giving its streaming service a much needed overhaul and we’ve got the details.
While a little late to this story, it’s one that I’ve been wanting to cover. If you know me at all, you’ll know that Destiny is one of my favorite games (of all time?). Between running SRN and a few other projects, Destiny gives me the right balance between long gameplay (hello Crota on hard) and a quick, jump in, play, and get out in 15 minutes while having done something to advance in the game (thinking Roc strikes though Prison of Elders is even better if you have a bit more time).
Because of that, I’m super excited to see that Sony and Bungie are teaming up and releasing a limited edition Destiny: The Taken King PS4 bundle. Now let’s talk details after the jump.
Revealed at E3, Showtime, the premium cable channel, is making its grand debut on PlayStation Vue starting today. For those not familiar, PlayStation Vue, which is available in select cities (with more rollouts planned), allows you to watch television without a cable subscription while offering a host of features like cloud DVR.
Alongside its arrival on PlayStation Vue, PlayStation Plus members will also receive a discount, making the channel that much more enticing. More details after the jump.
There is still a lot we don’t know about The Taken King, the latest Destiny DLC. Coming in at $40, many have questioned the higher price tag when typical DLC prices range between $15-$30. Since its reveal, Bungie has insisted that The Taken King is different than traditional DLC, even their own past two DLCs, which includes The Dark Below and the very well-received House of Wolves. While still not giving away everything there is to know about The Taken King, Bungie has just revealed a ton of new information which will surely please Destiny fans.
At E3, we were all spoiled by the Uncharted 4 vehicle chase gameplay which was a near 7-minute sequence that not only showcased the power of the PS4, but the wizardry of Naughty Dog. On the show floor, Naughty Dog also demoed an extended gameplay which continued where the 7-minute stage sequence ended.
Those who were lucky enough to see it have unanimously agreed that what takes place after is even crazier and more ambitious, and now Naughty Dog will be releasing the extended look for all of our viewing pleasure. Thing is, Josh Scherr thinks you might be best served by not watching it.
Prior to E3, everybody had an inkling that Guerrilla Games, the devs behind Killzone, were working on a new IP for PlayStation. Beyond that, little was known about the game, including the genre, seeing how until now, GG was best known for their FPS titles. Since that time, we’ve come to know their new game as Horizon: Zero Dawn. Set in an open world where nature has reclaimed the ruins of a forgotten civilization, Horizon: Zero Dawn features a female lead that’s not all that unfamiliar to PlayStation fans who may have played Enslaved.
After the jump, check out the gorgeous trailer, which shows off the power of the PS4 and the beautiful world Guerrilla Games has created.
In Destiny land, there’s been some brouhaha about the upcoming mega DLC, The Taken King. As a quick recap, Bungie will release Destiny: The Taken King on September 15th for $39.99. While a bit steep for DLC, this isn’t any normal DLC.
With The Taken King, Bungie is offering new subclasses, stories, strikes, and raids along side new weapons and armor. For most hardcore fans, the DLC price in fact isn’t an issue as the onslaught of new content is a welcomed thing. The sticking point instead is the inclusion of three emotes that will be available exclusively in the collector’s edition which includes the game and previous two DLC and in turn, means you’re repurchasing content you already own.
Fear now however as Bungie isn’t forgetting those who’ve been on Destiny from day one.
While this likely doesn’t affect a great many people out there, Sony has decided to drop support for the Dualshock 3 controller on the Xperia Z3+ and Xperia Z4 Tablet, their two new flagship devices. Previously, you could use the PS3 controller to play mobile games but that no longer seems to be the case. Curiously, older Xperia Z devices still provide support for the Dualshock 3 though it could be only a matter of time before Sony removes support on them as well.
However, all is not lost for your gaming habits. Those details after the jump.
In early June, we got word of two new PS4 models, which included a 1TB model, thanks to the FCC. While we assumed E3 would be where Sony would unveil the new models, their official release was held back till this week. This move was likely done in order to stay on message during the week and focus on the amazing array of titles that would be coming to PS4.
However, it’s not all roses with the new 1TB PS4. Those details after the jump.
You must be logged in to post a comment.