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March 30, 2025

SAG-AFTRA makes exception for student devs and game jams in 8-month videogame performance strike: ‘I’m thrilled that these types of projects can now be accommodated’

SAG-AFTRA has introduced new waivers, the Student Interactive Waiver Agreement and the Game Jam Waiver Agreement, allowing union actors to participate in student projects and game jams during its ongoing strike. The waivers aim to support both actors and emerging game developers while adhering to strike protocols. SAG-AFTRA has been on strike for eight months, primarily due to concerns over artificial intelligence and its impact on video game actors' careers. The strike has led to game studios recycling old voiceover clips, affecting new project developments.

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March 15, 2025

PlayStation PC Games Are Over 50% Off At Fanatical, Cheaper Than Steam Spring Sale

PlayStation's catalog of PC ports features several titles on sale during Steam's Spring Sale, with discounts of 50% on games like The Last of Us Part 1, Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. Fanatical is offering Steam keys for PlayStation games at lower prices than Steam, including Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, The Last of Us Part 1, Returnal, God of War, Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, and Sackboy: A Big Adventure. Newer titles like God of War: Ragnarok and Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition are priced at .19 and .99, respectively. Until Dawn is available for .19 on Fanatical. Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut is priced the same on both platforms at .99, while Death Stranding: Director's Cut is .39 on Fanatical. The Silent Hill 2 remake is .39 on Fanatical compared to .99 on Steam.

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February 21, 2025

PlayStation games on PC is “almost like printing money”, says former exec Shuhei Yoshida

Shuhei Yoshida, a former PlayStation executive, discussed the financial benefits of porting PlayStation-exclusive titles to PC, describing it as "almost like printing money." He expressed a desire to transition first-party games to PC earlier but noted that the previous business model did not support this vision. Porting games allows Sony to reach a broader audience, particularly in regions with low console ownership, and is cost-effective compared to creating original titles. Yoshida emphasized the importance of tapping into emerging markets like China, where the PC gaming landscape is strong. Since 2020, Sony has gradually transitioned its exclusive titles to PC, with recent releases including Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and the upcoming The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered. The release of Helldivers 2 was noted as a significant success for Sony. Yoshida also mentioned future plans for live service games, including insights on Naughty Dog's The Last of Us Online.

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February 20, 2025

Ex-Sony Exec Says PC Ports of Old PS5 Games Are Almost Like Printing Money

Sony has been expanding its portfolio of classic games onto the PC platform, driven by the recognition of the potential market and financial benefits. Shuhei Yoshida, former head of PlayStation Studios, advocated for this shift, noting that releasing games on PC allows access to new audiences, particularly in regions where consoles are less popular, such as China. He highlighted that porting games to PC is cost-effective compared to developing new titles, providing additional income to invest in new projects. Despite concerns from some fans about the impact on the PlayStation brand, Yoshida mentioned that many titles are released on PC years after their console launch, ensuring that console owners have experienced the games first.

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February 8, 2025

Horizon Zero Dawn fans surprised with new free download, available now

Fans of the Horizon Zero Dawn series can now play a free adventure with the new installment, LEGO Horizon Adventures, developed by Guerrilla Games. The original game, released in 2017, remains popular on PlayStation 4. In 2024, a remastered edition for PlayStation 5 and PC was released, available for £10 to existing PS4 or PC owners. LEGO Horizon Adventures is priced at £59.99 for the standard edition and £69.99 for the Deluxe Edition, with a playtime of six to 15 hours. PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers can access a one-hour trial of the game, with progress carrying over if they purchase the full version. The game is available on PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.

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February 4, 2025

PlayStation FINALLY removes frustrating PC requirement after a year of player complaints

Sony mandated that PC players create a PlayStation Network (PSN) account to access exclusive titles starting in May 2024, which led to negative reactions due to PSN's inaccessibility in many regions. The requirement was enforced for popular titles like Until Dawn, God of War Ragnarök, and Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered. After feedback from the PC gaming community, Sony has lifted the PSN requirement for certain titles, including Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, God of War Ragnarök, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, making PSN accounts optional. Players with PSN accounts can earn in-game rewards such as exclusive costumes and boosts.

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February 3, 2025

Sony partially pulls back on account linking requirement for PC games

Sony has announced that players can now play four specific games without the need for a PlayStation Network account. The affected titles are Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Last of Us Part II Remastered, God of War Ragnarok, and Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered. While linking an account is optional, Sony is offering incentives such as trophy support and unique in-game skins to encourage players to do so. This decision follows backlash from the gaming community regarding a previous requirement to link PlayStation Network accounts with Steam accounts. The criticism was partly due to the PlayStation Network's inaccessibility in some countries where Steam operates. Sony has not confirmed if it will relax the account linking requirement for more titles but will continue to explore benefits for linked accounts.

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February 3, 2025

Sony Finally Gets Rid of Pesky PlayStation Network Login Requirement for Its Biggest PC Games

Sony has announced that linking a PlayStation Network (PSN) account will now be optional for select single-player titles on PC, effective immediately before the release of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. This decision has been positively received by the PC gaming community, especially in regions without PSN access, such as the Dominican Republic. Previously, players used mods to bypass the PSN login requirement, which posed risks. The issue gained attention during the release of Helldivers 2 in 2024, leading to a backlash that prompted Sony to change its policy. Players can now enjoy titles like God of War Ragnarok, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and Last of Us Part II Remastered without needing a PSN account, although some games, like Ghost of Tsushima, still require it for online multiplayer. Linking accounts offers exclusive content, including cosmetics and in-game currency.

AppWizard

February 3, 2025

The upgraded Steam Link app for Android has transformed the way I game in 2025

Steam Link has undergone significant updates, introducing features like HDR and AV1 streaming, and is compatible with over 500 Android devices. It excels in local Wi-Fi gameplay, particularly with controller-centric titles, while performance on genres like RTS and strategy games is less optimal. The app provides impressive visuals and minimal input lag, especially on devices like the AYANEO Pocket Evo. However, it has shortcomings, including cumbersome menu navigation, occasional mouse control issues, and a user interface that can be cluttered. Streaming quality is affected by distance from the router, and it faces competition from other streaming solutions like Moonlight and NVIDIA’s GeForce Now. Despite its limitations, Steam Link offers convenience for PC owners looking to access their game library.

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December 28, 2024

Minecraft fan creates fascinating animation of a walking redstone T-Rex

User u/MythicalPingu released a 1:20 minute redstone T-Rex animation on Reddit, showcasing a T-Rex made from redstone components that walks and dispenses TNT. The video features dynamic camera angles and has gained popularity, with users expressing admiration and requesting tutorials. Another user noted the T-Rex's resemblance to the Thunderjaw from Horizon Zero Dawn, although u/MythicalPingu was unfamiliar with the game. Other notable Minecraft creations mentioned include Grazzy's three-year project recreating the entire map of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, a replica of the Tower of Sauron from The Lord of the Rings, and a detailed construction of Notre-Dame de Laeken in Brussels.