Get your favorite iOS device, folks (unless you have auto-updates turned on), because Sony has updated the PlayStation App. The PlayStation App 1.70.50 is set to improve
Stability during use of some features
Coming in at 9.2 MB, the update itself is quite fast with no other apparent changes. Previously, Sony made big changes via PlayStation App 1.70.13 which brought with it native iPad compatibility.
In 2011, Sony initiated strategy for PlayStation Mobile, which would have the brand expand beyond core Sony consoles and arrive on Android devices. The move was part of a strategy that allowed Android users to experience PlayStation titles in hopes of bringing them to the PS3 and PS Vita. Unfortunately, the initiative never gained much traction. Hardware partners were limited and software releases were scant with mainly original PlayStation titles. Sony would also use the platform to allow smaller indie publishers to release titles on which would also be compatible on the PS Vita, but the incentive was low for developers as opposed to simply making their game for iOS and Android.
Fortunately, Sony is finally ending PlayStation Mobile development and with it, freeing up resources for the PS Vita.
Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for August 5, 2014. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users can now purchase a standalone version of the online co-op Killzone: Shadow Fall Intercept.
Users of all 3 systems can now purchase The Swapper as part of the 2014 PlayStation PLAY Program. There is also a sizeable class RPG sale going on including discounts on games in both the Persona and Final Fantasy series.
Finally, as you are probably aware PlayStation Plus users now receive all of their free games at the beginning of the month and the free titles this month include Road Not Taken (PS4), Metrico (PS Vita), and Crysis 3 (PS3). Keep reading to see a complete list of the updates for the store this month!
PlayStation Now, originally announced earlier this year, has entered Open Beta on the PlayStation 4. If you are unfamiliar with the service, PlayStation Now allows users to rent and stream select PlayStation 3 games to their PlayStation 4. There are currently over 122 games available on the service and each game has between 1 and 4 rental duration options including: 4 hours, 7 days, 30 days, and 90 days. Prices for these different options vary from title to title with prices as low as $2.99 and as high as $49.99. The available titles are varied and represent a large cross section of genres and experiences. Keep reading to see the entire list of both available games and their prices.
Have you ever gotten annoyed with someone you’ve met or played with on the PlayStation 4? Did you break-up with your significant other and no longer want them to be able to message you while you are gaming? Is there just someone you would rather not deal with anymore? Luckily, it is very simple to block someone on the PlayStation 4. When you block someone on the PlayStation 4 they will no longer be able to message you. Keep reading to see our step-by-step guide on how to block another user on the PlayStation 4.
If you were to believe IGN, Polygon, and Kotaku, you’d walk away a bit disappointed in the pricing scheme that Sony has presented for PlayStation Now. As a quick recap, PlayStation Now is the game streaming service that’s gone into beta which will allow PS4 users to stream PS3 games. The service will eventually make its way to PS3 and PS Vita before taking a bigger leap to Sony 4K televisions and smartphone and tablets. As it stands, there is no Netflix like pricing but Sony is said to be looking at into offering a subscription based model. That means till such a time arrives which I don’t believe will be till 2015, games must be rented on an individual bases.
Later today, we’ll have a more in depth article about the pricing provided by PlayStation Now but for this article, I wanted to specifically focus on the 4-hour model provided by Sony and why it’s actually a pretty fair deal.
According to Naughty Dog Co-President Christophe Balestra, The Last of Us Remastered patch 1.01.008 has gone live. The new patch which as the number indicates brings with it few changes. Specifically, the team at Naughty Dog has made:
some tweaks to improve matchmaking with parties
The PlayStation 4 has been quite popular with consumers since its launch in late 2013. Thanks to high demand, the PS4 along with Sony Pictures and The Amazing Spider-Man 2 was able to help swing Sony into a surprise Q1 2014 profit. One of the things that’s made the PS4 popular has been a far more robust PlayStation Network that’s embraced gaming trends like live streaming to Twitch and Ustream from launch. These, among other features and a greater than expected number of PS4 users, are making Sony rethink their PSN strategy and to invest more into the platform.
To say Sony has been having financial troubles this past decade would be putting it lightly. Thanks to stiff competition from Apple and Samsung and shift in consumer taste, Sony has been forced to layoff over 1,000 employees just this year after having laid off 10,000 employees the year prior. The company has also sold off VAIO, their PC division and even spun off Bravia in case their television business completely collapses. Things however aren’t all doom and gloom for the once electronic giant. PlayStation continues to be a loved brand and their latest installment, the PS4, continues to outpace the Xbox One.
Sony Pictures has always been a bright spot for Sony with franchises like Spider-Man, Men in Black, and now the Jump Street series which tend to bring with them big numbers. Thanks to SP and PlayStation, Sony was able to report a surprise Q1 2014 profit in what would have otherwise been another loss for the company.
Are you ready for more information about free games? If so, you are in luck because the PlayStation Blog has announced all of the free games that North American PlayStation Plus users will be able to download during August.
Each platform will receive at least two games and some platforms will receive even more if a game is cross-buy between multiple systems. One game PlayStation 4 users can look forward to receiving this month is the brand new roguelike puzzle game Road Not Taken. PlayStation 3 users will receive the beautiful shooter Crysis 3 along with several other titles thanks to cross-buy. PlayStation Vita gets a great this month with both the new platformer Metrico and the highly addictive brawler-RPG Dragon’s Crown.
As you may know Sony has recently changed their release schedule for PlayStation Plus games and members will now have access to all games on the first Tuesday of each month. However, the free games are only available for one month so do not delay in claiming your free games!
Keep reading to see a full list of free games available for August!
Welcome to the PlayStation Store update for July 29, 2014. We have a great update this week packed full of new content and sales. PlayStation 4 users can now purchase The Last of Us: Remastered and pre-order Madden NFL 15 and Diablo III: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition (also available for PS3).
Users of all 3 systems can now purchase the fantastic Rogue Legacy (see our review here). PlayStation Vita owners can also now enjoy the Ratchet & Clank Collection on the go. Also, a friendly reminder that the 2014 PlayStation Store PLAY program is in its first week. Find more details on this sale in our original post.
Finally, as you are probably aware PlayStation Plus users now receive all of their free games at the beginning of the month and each week there will be new sales. This week PlayStation Plus users can take advantage of a discount on Pure Pool for the PS4.
The Last of Us Remastered has officially launched on PS4 and can be purchased as either a digital download or on a good-ol fashioned Blu-ray disc for $49.99. Naughty Dog already has a day of The Last of Us Remastered patch 1.01 that brings with it some great enhancements like ‘Photo Mode’ and a locked 30fps option. In addition to improved visuals, Naughty Dog is also making great use of the Dualshock 4. All of this begs the question:
PS4 firmware 1.75 has now officially been released and with it came Blu-ray 3D playback, a feature that the PS4 surprisingly didn’t have from launch day. While the PS3 over the years has been built as one of the best home theater machines with Blu-ray 3D playback, extensive media apps, and easy playback of MP3 and videos from home servers, the PS4 has lacked all of these features. Luckily Sony is aware that there’s a demand for such features. Unfortunately, they’re not coming just quite yet with some as far as 2015. Lets talk specifics.
Last week, it was announced that PS4 firmware 1.75 would arrive and bring with it Blu-ray 3D playback. As expected, the PS4 system software update is now live and brings with it exactly that. What else can we expected from the last firmware update? We talk details, after the jump.
The Last of Us Remastered isn’t coming out till the 29th of July on the PlayStation 4 but that doesn’t mean Naughty Dog isn’t hard at work tweaking their highly-praised game. Once the game is released, which will technically be tonight at midnight, gamers can expect to download The Last of Us Remastered patch 1.01 that brings it some promised additions like a ‘Photo Mode’ and a locked 30fps option.
After the jump, we reveal all the changes that are coming with The Last of Us Remastered patch 1.01.
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