The PlayStation category offers exhaustive content on Sony's flagship console platform, covering a broad range of topics from hardware releases to software updates. Whether you are an enthusiast of the classic PlayStation models or the latest PlayStation 5, this section aims to be your definitive source for news, reviews, and in-depth analysis. Readers will find comprehensive guides on system specifications, gaming libraries, accessories, and also comparisons with other gaming platforms.
PlayStation Blog has featured a new round of community screenshots from Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's Photo Mode, showcasing Edward Kenway's adventures aboard the Jackdaw. The blog also announced a fresh two-week theme inviting players to submit their own Jackdaw-focused captures by August 5, 2026.
Sony confirmed it will stop manufacturing physical discs for new PlayStation games starting January 2028, citing a dramatic shift toward digital purchases. U.S. sales data shows only seven PlayStation titles sold over 100,000 physical copies this year, while digital now accounts for nearly 80% of full-game sales on Sony consoles.
New Circana data reveals just seven PlayStation titles have sold over 100,000 physical copies in the US this year, with only two breaking 10,000 units in a single week. The numbers arrive as Sony faces sustained backlash over its plan to end disc production by January 2028.
Nier creator Yoko Taro expressed sadness over Sony's plan to end physical game disc production starting January 2028. The developer shared his physical copy of Hi-Fi Rush on X and warned players not to take physical media for granted. Lawsuits from a Dutch consumer group and Mexican lawmakers argue the move creates monopolistic practices that could raise prices and kill independent game stores.
PlayStation fans have hijacked the comment section of Marvel's Wolverine's latest trailer to protest Sony's plan to end disc production in 2028. Over 10,000 comments in two days focus on physical media rather than the game itself, turning Wolverine's emotional scene with a photograph into ironic commentary on digital-only futures.
Bungie has confirmed that the game director for its upcoming extraction shooter Marathon has left the studio. The departure arrives during a turbulent period marked by layoffs and leadership changes at the PlayStation-owned developer. Players waiting for the sci-fi revival will now watch closely for signs of how this shift impacts the project's trajectory.
Amazon MGM and Sony Pictures have confirmed they will recast Kratos for their Prime Video God of War series after Ryan Hurst tore his bicep performing a stunt in Vancouver. The injury requires surgery and forced production to halt, pushing filming resumption to mid-October 2026. No replacement actor has been announced yet.
Sony has revealed nine games joining PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in July 2024, headlined by Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora and Rise of the Ronin on PS5. The lineup spans open-world action, narrative RPGs, and retro classics across both subscription tiers.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is anticipated to visually excel on the more expensive next-gen console, according to recent insights. This disparity could significantly impact the gaming experience, with the costlier console offering superior graphics and potentially smoother gameplay. Gamers weighing their platform choice will need to consider these visual and performance differences.
Activision is investigating major exploits in the newly released Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 ports on PS4 and PS5, which have rendered the game "unplayable" for some due to unaddressed PS3-era vulnerabilities. A modder revealed that unchanged encryption from the PS3 version facilitates easy manipulation. Despite the issues, no aimbots have been detected yet.
