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Get a first look at the visually striking Spirit Wilds stage in Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, where elemental clashes come alive. Pre-orders are now live on PlayStation Store, offering exclusive bonuses. Join the Closed Beta from July 2-5 with pre-order.
Sony has reportedly introduced stricter guidelines for PlayStation games, aiming to reduce the presence of shovelware titles on its platforms. This move is expected to impact developers and players alike, potentially leading to a more curated gaming experience on PlayStation consoles. The new guidelines are seen as a response to the growing concern over low-quality games flooding digital stores.
This month's PlayStation Plus Game Catalog update brings three highly anticipated titles to subscribers: Final Fantasy XVI, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, and Blades of Fire. These additions offer a diverse mix of RPG depth, historical realism, and action-packed combat. Subscribers can access these games as part of their membership starting this month.
Webnetic, a major publisher, has announced its impending departure from the PlayStation Store as Sony continues its crackdown on 'shovelware' games. With a staggering catalog of 1,274 titles, including multiple versions of games like The Golden Age and A House That Glows, players are urged to experience these games before they're removed. Webnetic will continue publishing on Xbox, Nintendo, and Steam.
Sony's dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store, offering different prices to different users without clear disclosure, may violate European law. Experts cite non-compliance with EU Directive 2011/83/EU, requiring transparent communication of personalised pricing. This lack of transparency could have significant implications for consumer trust and regulatory oversight.
Grand Theft Auto 6 briefly appeared as "in stock" on the PlayStation Store via Google listings for an unusually low £0.16, complete with free next-day delivery. This unexpected listing, spotted by users like GTABase, has sparked both amusement and heightened anticipation among fans eagerly awaiting official updates. Despite the intrigue, this is widely regarded as a listing error, potentially leftover from the game's previously planned May 26 launch date.
PlayStation has quietly released a free game available to all players without the need for a PlayStation Plus subscription. This unexpected move is set to delight gamers looking for new experiences without additional costs. The game, [GAME NAME NOT PROVIDED IN SOURCE], is now accessible on the PlayStation Store.
Sony has removed the Deals tab from the PlayStation Store, redirecting users to the Sales section instead. This change aims to simplify the storefront experience, though some users might miss the dedicated deals section. The move is part of ongoing efforts to refine the PlayStation Store's layout.
Sony is defending its 30% commission on PlayStation Store purchases in a UK lawsuit, arguing the fee helps keep hardware costs down. The case, seeking $2.6 billion in damages, claims the lack of competition leads to overcharging. A ruling could impact fees and game prices globally.
Sony's recent DRM scare highlights the uncertainty of digital ownership on PS4 and PS5, raising concerns about game preservation and transparency.
Players are seeing different PS Store prices for the same game — like $39.89 vs $20.99 for Stellar Blade. Sony hasn't explained it yet.
Nearly 1,000 PS4/PS5 shovelware listings vanished without warning as Sony axed Nostra’s entire catalog. Here’s what disappeared and why it matters.