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Former Sony exec finally says the quiet part out loud: putting PlayStation games on PC is 'almost like printing money'
AppWizard
February 21, 2025

Former Sony exec finally says the quiet part out loud: putting PlayStation games on PC is ‘almost like printing money’

Console manufacturers have historically neglected the PC platform as a revenue source. Microsoft has shifted its strategy by releasing games on PC and PlayStation, while Sony has begun to release more PS4 and PS5 titles on Steam, including the successful simultaneous launch of Helldivers 2 on both PS5 and PC. Shuhei Yoshida, a former Sony executive, indicated that he had envisioned bringing Sony games to PC earlier but faced resistance within the company. He noted that releasing games on PC could attract players to buy PlayStations in the future and highlighted the financial benefits of porting games to PC, which is cheaper than creating new titles. Yoshida also emphasized the importance of the Chinese PC gaming market, citing the success of titles like Black Myth: Wukong. He speculated on the absence of Bloodborne on PC and expressed that he would have resisted Sony's shift towards live-service games if possible.
Ten PC games I could have played, in full, during the time I spent failing to connect to Elden Ring: Nightreign on PS5
AppWizard
February 15, 2025

Ten PC games I could have played, in full, during the time I spent failing to connect to Elden Ring: Nightreign on PS5

On Valentine’s Day, an attempt to engage with the network test for Elden Ring: Nightreign resulted in a three-hour experience with server issues on PS5. The test may have provided data for FromSoftware ahead of the game's May release. Alternative games suggested for exploration during the wait include: - Jazzpunk: A comedic game resembling a 60s spy thriller. - Mouthwashing: A compact horror game set in a stranded spaceship. - Thirty Flights of Loving: A brief narrative about a heist gone wrong. - Bernband: A low-resolution walking simulator in an alien city. - The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe: A follow-up mini-adventure with witty commentary. - Exo One: A visually stunning game focused on momentum-based traversal. - Stray: A feline-themed game with fluid platforming and intricate design. - Scanner Sombre: A techno-horror experience using a LiDAR scanner in darkness. - Minit: An adventure game where players solve puzzles within a minute-long lifespan. - Portal: An iconic puzzle-platformer known for its innovative mechanics.
Spelunky creator comes out against god modes in brutal games like his because 'The amount of satisfaction one gets from succeeding eventually is incredible'
AppWizard
July 10, 2024

Spelunky creator comes out against god modes in brutal games like his because ‘The amount of satisfaction one gets from succeeding eventually is incredible’

The debate over videogame difficulty is a highly contentious issue, with some arguing for the inclusion of god modes for struggling players, while others believe that maintaining a specific level of challenge is essential for the overall experience of the game. The balance between providing accessibility for all players and maintaining the integrity of the game's difficulty is a complex issue that the industry continues to grapple with.
'I know nothing, you never heard a peep from me': George RR Martin pens cryptic message about a potential Elden Ring TV show or film
AppWizard
July 2, 2024

‘I know nothing, you never heard a peep from me’: George RR Martin pens cryptic message about a potential Elden Ring TV show or film

Hidetaka Miyazaki is open to further adaptations of Elden Ring, such as a TV show or movie, but acknowledges that he and FromSoftware may not have the knowledge or ability to produce something in a different medium. The game's enigmatic storytelling, which relies on player exploration to uncover its secrets, poses a challenge for potential adaptations.
Hidetaka Miyazaki says Elden Ring might be as big a game as he ever wants to make: 'Where FromSoftware is right now, in terms of scale, I would say Elden Ring is really the limit'
AppWizard
June 27, 2024

Hidetaka Miyazaki says Elden Ring might be as big a game as he ever wants to make: ‘Where FromSoftware is right now, in terms of scale, I would say Elden Ring is really the limit’

Hidetaka Miyazaki discussed the growing pressure in the gaming industry to avoid failure due to increased budgets and scope. FromSoftware remains cautious about industry challenges despite partnering with major publishers. The studio has shown adaptability in project timelines, with Miyazaki teasing fans about future game sizes. Fans can expect FromSoftware to potentially unveil an even grander project than Elden Ring in the future.
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