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Sony PlayStation Portal becomes a standalone cloud console - but not for everyone

Sony has released an update for the PlayStation Portal, elevating the accessory for PS5 to a new level. However, this comes at a cost. The PlayStation Portal device allows PS5 owners to stream their games from the console to a compact 1080p screen, ...

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'Surprisingly normal': creator of Nintendo hits Super Mario, Legend of Zelda and more has dismissed his genius

Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto, the mind behind iconic gaming franchises like Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, Donkey Kong, and Pikmin, objected when referred to as a genius. Miyamoto was described as a genius by a Nintendo investor. The investor...

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Sony has patented a PlayStation controller with a "rewind game" button

A recent patent from Sony outlines a future PlayStation console featuring a dedicated Save State button. This mode will remind emulator users of the save and load state function. Instead of configuring the rewind function through key bindings like i...

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First PS5 Pro reviews from gaming publications: update for "fanatics", the rest - skip it

As the launch of PS5 Pro's official sales approaches, gaming journalists have released their initial reviews. Critics praise the console's new features, such as PSSR, and highlight how its performance and quality modes blend to bring toge...

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Sony has started selling "refurbished" PS5s - with prices starting at $350 via PlayStation Direct

Along with the announcement of the PS5 Pro in September, Sony revealed that it would be selling refurbished PS5 units — and they are now available for purchase at the official PlayStation Direct store. The console with a disc drive is priced at $400,...

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Microsoft asks developers why they're ignoring Xbox: "We can learn!"

Microsoft aims to gather feedback from game developers, including those using competitor products, as part of its expanded Xbox Research program. For the survey, Microsoft plans to involve all employees (not just technical specialists) and request t...

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Sony has fixed a bug in PS5 that replaced game backgrounds with ads - but PSN problems have begun

Recently, PS5 owners noticed an odd update that essentially replaced game backgrounds with annoying advertisements — in addition to new game promotions, it showcased sales and discounts that had long expired. So it turns out that the recent PS5 UI ...

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The limited edition PlayStation 5 Pro was snapped up in minutes - now the console is reselling on Ebay for $5000-13000

Sony has announced a limited edition collection of the PlayStation 5 Pro to celebrate the brand's 30th anniversary, and preorders in certain countries sold out in mere minutes—some are already reselling the consoles on alternative marketplaces at sig...

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PlayStation will release a retro-styled PS5 Pro for its 30th anniversary

Sony has announced the release of a special retro collection for the PlayStation 5 and its accessories to celebrate the brand's 30th anniversary. This series stands out with its classic design and limited availability. The new collection recreates ...

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A photo of the new Nintendo Switch with a larger screen has been leaked online

Images have been posted on Reddit, allegedly showcasing the successor to the popular Nintendo Switch gaming console. The new model features a revamped design and improved specifications. According to the leaked documents, the successor to the belove...

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Intel has lost its contract for Sony's PlayStation 6 - due to cost and backwards compatibility

According to Reuters, in 2022, Intel lost the contract to design and manufacture the chip for the Sony PlayStation 6. This was a significant blow to the company's contract manufacturing division. Sony's consoles have sold over 100 million units in a ...

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Italian police seize 12,000 fake retro consoles with €50m worth of pirated games

Italian law enforcement authorities have seized counterfeit retro consoles with pirated video games valued at nearly 50 million euros, which were illegally imported from China. The police discovered that the fake devices did not meet the technical a...

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Steam OS will come out for other consoles - Asus ROG Ally is mentioned in the OS patches

The list of fixes in the beta version of Steam OS 3.6.9 suggests its release beyond the Steam Deck. It mentions the Asus ROG Ally console. Most notes regarding the Megafixer update are indeed related to bug fixes for the Steam Deck (issues with exter...

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Support for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. mods on Xbox and PlayStation is now available

The S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy edition has received mod support on Xbox and PlayStation. This was announced by the developers of GSC Game World in the official game account on X Twitter. "It's time to customize your console experien...

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350 Nintendo Switch cartridges in a bra - Chinese customs officials detained a woman because her bust was too big

Chinese customs officials at the Liantang port received more than they bargained for when they noticed among the passengers a woman with a large bust. She was visibly nervous, so the customs officials decided to search her. They found 350 Nintendo Sw...

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