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February 21, 2025

Ex-President of SIE Pushed Sony To Port First-Party Games To PC

Sony is considering expanding its PlayStation-exclusive titles to the PC platform, influenced by Shuhei Yoshida, the former President of Sony Interactive Entertainment. Yoshida argues that releasing games on PC can maximize revenue by reaching new audiences, particularly in regions like China where console gaming is less popular. He highlights that porting games to PC is less expensive than developing new titles, providing a significant financial incentive. However, he acknowledges that PC versions typically release a few years after their console counterparts, which may concern existing PlayStation owners.

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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 5, 2025

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 free download very quietly released

The launch of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 for PC has faced significant issues, including crashes, visual glitches, and poor optimization, leading to critical feedback from players. In response, the development team has released a hotfix to address these concerns, particularly focusing on crashing issues related to ray tracing, along with various crash fixes and stability enhancements. Players with auto-update enabled should already see improvements in performance. Further updates are anticipated to enhance user interface elements and improve DualSense controller connectivity with PCs via Steam.

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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

PlayStation removes PSN account requirements for some PS5 games on PC

Sony Interactive Entertainment plans to eliminate the requirement for PlayStation Network (PSN) accounts when playing select first-party titles on PC, responding to player feedback regarding accessibility issues in various regions. This change currently applies to a limited selection of games, and while specific titles like Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart or Ghost of Tsushima were not mentioned, the company aims to enhance the gaming experience. Players who link their Steam and PSN accounts will receive incentives, including managing friends across platforms, sharing trophy data, and accessing game-specific benefits. Examples of these benefits include early unlocks and bonus features for titles such as Marvel's Spider-Man 2, The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, God of War Ragnarok, and Horizon: Zero Dawn Remastered. Each studio is developing further incentives to be announced soon.

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February 3, 2025

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 for PC Hotfix Addresses Some of the Crashes

The PC version of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has experienced performance issues and crashes, particularly with ray-tracing features. In response, the development team released a hotfix to address some device hang crashes related to ray-tracing. The update was informed by player feedback and crash reports, and the developers are investigating additional crashes and working on further patches. The game is available on PlayStation 5 and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store.

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December 27, 2024

30 Amazing PC Games of All Time

PC gaming has evolved significantly, with advancements in hardware leading to cinematic visuals and a broader understanding of gaming. Certain genres, like computer role-playing games and strategy titles, continue to thrive. "Sons of the Forest" is highlighted as a notable title, encouraging players to experience the original game to appreciate its sequel. The game features innovative tools, such as solar-powered golf karts and hang-gliders, a variety of firearms and melee weapons, AI helpers, and a revamped building system. While the narrative isn't the main focus, the game offers a wide range of engaging activities, showcasing the exploration, survival, and creativity that define PC gaming.

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December 10, 2024

Build A Rocket Boy acquires PlayFusion

Leslie Benzies' Build A Rocket Boy has acquired UK-based developer and publisher PlayFusion. Mark Gerhard, the CEO and CTO of PlayFusion, will become co-CEO at Build A Rocket Boy, focusing on enhancing the studio's content pipeline and user-generated content tools. The acquisition aims to reshape the gaming landscape and democratize premium game development. The collaboration is expected to deliver original online experiences and empower players to create their own high-quality games.

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December 6, 2024

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a game developed by MachineGames and published by Microsoft, set to be released on December 8, 2024, with advanced access available from December 5, priced at £60. The game features a mixed stealth system, relying on simple line-of-sight mechanics, and offers a disguise system for navigating open-world hubs. Combat mechanics include a punch and counter system with a generous parry window, and a boss fight that blends combat with horror elements. The game has a three-act structure with open-world hubs, including visually rich environments like Vatican City and the Pyramids of Giza. Players can engage in main story quests and side missions, with a playtime of around 30 hours. Troy Baker voices Indiana Jones, supported by a diverse cast, and the game showcases impressive graphics despite some performance issues on lower-end systems. Compatibility with the Steam Deck may be limited.

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November 23, 2024

Horizon Zero Dawn free download quietly released

Horizon Zero Dawn has received a significant update, now available for download. The game, originally launched on the PlayStation 4 in 2017, introduced players to the character Aloy. The franchise continued with the sequel, Horizon Forbidden West, in 2022, and the expansion, Burning Shores, in 2023. This year, a remaster of the original game has been released, developed by Nixxes Software, distinct from Guerrilla Games. The remaster features enhanced visuals and new gameplay options, including Auto Pickup and a Colour Blind Mode. Patch 1.3 has also been released for the PC version, addressing bugs and issues with the DualSense controller's rumble feature. Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered is now available on both PC and PlayStation 5.