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Obsolete Sony stands out as one of our top social media picks. This nostalgic account acts as a digital showcase for all things Sony, taking followers on a trip through the company's lesser-known, forgotten, and unique products over the years - both in gaming and beyond. From rare console...

Over the past year, there's been much concern about PlayStation's profits. This got mixed up with Xbox's problems, leading to many articles about the console market's health. But Sony has largely fixed the issue. Its latest earnings report, which confirmed PS5 has shipped 65.5 million units...

PlayStation's requirement for PSN account linking on PC ports has sparked controversy among non-PlayStation gamers, but the company remains firm in its stance. During an investor call, CEO Hiroki Totoki acknowledged the company had "gained valuable insights" from the situation but emphasized...

The PlayStation 5 Pro has introduced several unexpected features that have garnered praise from fans: Dynamic Backgrounds: One of the most surprising features is the inclusion of an exclusive dynamic background that wasn't advertised. This background features a computer chip with glowing...

The following is a summary of the key PlayStation 5 Pro launch games as revealed by Sony: Alan Wake 2 - Psychological horror action-adventure Albatroz - Open-world action-adventure Apex Legends - Hero-based battle royale shooter Arma Reforger - Realistic military simulation Assassin's Creed...

Recent developments in the PlayStation ecosystem suggest that now might indeed be a good time for consumers to consider purchasing a PS5. Here's why: 1. PS5 Life Cycle: Sony has indicated that the PS5 is entering "the latter stage of its life cycle". This suggests that the console is...

PlayStation recently implemented a unique dual CEO structure, replacing former CEO Jim Ryan with two executives: Hermen Hulst and Hideaki Nishino. This setup has both opportunities and potential risks for the company. Opportunities: 1. Specialized focus: Hulst oversees PS Studios and...

Sony has indeed adopted a "Show Don't Tell" strategy for the PlayStation 5 (PS5), as confirmed by recent statements from PlayStation co-CEOs Hermen Hulst and Hideaki Nishino. This approach represents a shift in Sony's communication style, focusing more on showcasing products and content rather...

Sony has implemented an innovative strategy to boost PS5 sales in China, leveraging the popularity of gacha games in the region. Here are the key points: 1. Singles' Day Promotion: - Sony is running a PS5 price promotion during China's Singles' Day, a major shopping event similar to Black...

Sony has not officially confirmed that PlayStation 5 faceplates are incompatible with the PS5 Pro. However, there are strong indications that existing PS5 Slim faceplates may not fit the new PS5 Pro model: 1. The PlayStation Direct store doesn't mention PS5 Slim faceplates being compatible with...

Sony has indeed closed both Neon Koi and Firewalk Studios. This decision was announced on October 29, 2024, in an internal email from Hermen Hulst, CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment's Studio Business Group. Key points: 1. Neon Koi closure: - The studio was focused on mobile game...

1. Overview of the Financial Relationship Partnership Context: Concord entered into a strategic partnership with Sony, aiming to leverage Sony's extensive distribution network and technological expertise to enhance its market presence. Financial Arrangement: The agreement involved significant...

Neon Koi, originally known as Savage Game Studios, was acquired by Sony in 2022 with the aim of enhancing its presence in the mobile gaming sector. The studio was rebranded as Neon Koi and was reportedly working on an unannounced action game. Despite its potential, Neon Koi did not release any...

The closure of Sony's Japan Studio 'wasn't necessarily a surprise' to former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden. He explained that the studio had been struggling for a while, unable to produce a major hit game, leading to a "legacy malaise" where the team forgot what it felt like to have a successful...

LEGO Horizon Adventures is an upcoming video game that combines the popular Horizon franchise with the beloved LEGO gameplay mechanics. The game was pitched by LEGO to Sony's Guerrilla Games, the developers of the Horizon series, and the two companies have collaborated closely on the project...

A little under four years after its PC port, and PlayStation has delisted Horizon Zero Dawn. That's because Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered will soon take its place, with the original game now unavailable to purchase on either Steam or the Epic Games Store. The upcoming remaster of the game will be...

Remember Bleem? If you were active during the Dreamcast years, then you just might, as it allowed you to play select PS1 games on your Sega console – a fact which Sony naturally took issue with. In the resultant court case, Sony lost, reinforcing the legality of emulation; as long as no...

Inevitably, pre-orders for the limited edition 30th Anniversary PS5 Pro are being flogged for a huge markup on auction sites like eBay. But in Japan specifically Sony is fighting back by requiring 30 hours of PS5 and PS4 playtime since 14th February, 2014. If you haven't logged that amount of...

Earlier this week, Sony opened up PS5 Pro pre-orders through its PlayStation Direct store, ahead of pre-orders at participating retailers going live on the 10th October. Here in the UK, it took roughly four or five hours for the standard PS5 Pro to sell out — but the 30th Anniversary edition was...

A newly signed Californian law known as AB 2426 will require that digital storefronts operating within the American state (which, if it were a country, would have the fifth largest economy in the world) tell its customers they are licensing goods and not purchasing products. Sony obviously does...