Articles by Samuel Tolbert

It’s still the lone exception.

The announcement of the Steam Deck marked a new entry into the handheld gaming space from Valve. While the fast internal storage can’t be upgraded, users can add SD cards to make room for extra games, in a very similar vein to upgrading storage on the Nintendo Switch.

With this in mind, the PS5’s lack of internal storage options continues to stick out as a sore spot, as every other major console or gaming device has options expanding your overall capacity for games.

Sony has the games lineup figured out, delivering quality experienes in the first half of 2021 such as Returnal and Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart. The company has made strong moves for Sony Worldwide Studios recently, acquiring teams that continue to position PlayStation for success.

However, one of the PS5’s big sticking points has been its limited storage. It has an 825GB SSD, which translates into fast loading times and smooth performance, but fills up quickly. Unlike with the PS4, …

There’s room for improvement but not for panic.

In light of how Microsoft vastly expanded the Xbox first-party portfolio through buying ZeniMax Media, I previously argued that Sony didn’t need to acquire a publisher and based on the company’s current trajectory, it seems we’re in agreement. While nowhere near as splashy or headline-grabbing as Microsoft’s purchase of ZeniMax Media, Sony is expanding the PlayStation first-party family with smaller but strategic acquisitions. Recent announcements indicate that Sony is interested in acquiring companies to grow Sony Worldwide Studios where appropriate, with the company buying Finnish developer Housemarque and PC porting team Nixxes Software within the same week.

In fact, when you look at what Sony has chosen to purchase, both are fairly obvious decisions, which is a good thing! Housemarque is a longtime partner, having worked on PS3 titles like Dead Nation, as well as Resogun, Alienation, and Nex Machina for the PS4. Even before the cr…

The PlayStation Remote Play app allows players to stream the games they’re playing on their PS4 or PS5 to another device, such as a phone or PC. Maybe you feel like lying back in bed and are comfortable playing the best PS5 games that way instead of sitting on a couch or chair? Then Remote Play is the way to go. Here’s how to set up Remote Play on PS5 with Android devices.

How to set up Remote Play on PS5 with Android devices

Before you begin, note that Remote Play requires, at minimum, a 5 Mbps internet connection. A 15 Mbps connection or higher is highly recommended to have as smooth an experience as possible. It’s also worth noting that right now, you’ll have to use a DualShock 4 or touch controls with Remote Play on Android with the PS5. Later on, it might be possible to use the DualSense haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, but not right now. Finally, make sure your mobile device (or whatever else you decide to use Remote Play with) is connected to the same internet as your …

Blossoms blowing once again.

Sucker Punch Productions recently announced Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut. This compilation includes Ghost of Tsushima, as well as several updates and a new expansion that continues Jin Sakai’s story, taking place on Iki Island. It’s currently slated to arrive on August 20, 2021 for PS4 and PS5. Depending on if you’ve already purchased the game or not, you’ll have a few different options here.

Ghost of Tsushima was well-received critically and commercially, having sold over 6.5 million copies so far. As such, the PS5 version could end up being one of the best PS5 games available.

What is Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut?

Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut is a new version of the game with additional content and some special features that are only available on the PS5 version. Here’s everything that’s included:

Iki Island expansion
Director’s commentary
Bonus technique point, Charm of Hachiman’s Favor
Digital mini-art book
Hero of Tsushima skin set
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The PS5 ushers in a new generation of console gaming and with it comes a completely new controller. Still, players can use their old PS4 controllers in a limited capacity with backward-compatible games as long as they’re officially licensed. Here are the best PS5 controllers you should be looking at.

The obvious choice

DualSense

Staff Pick

The DualSense is the official controller for the PS5. It’s slightly larger than the DualShock 4 and sports enhanced haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. It provides an immersive experience that allows you to feel every shot, special ability, punch, or slide like never before. It’s also the only controller that can play full PS5 games right now.

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The classic

DualShock 4 Wireless Controller for PlayStation 4

The standard DualShock 4 was the main controller for the PS4, and it can be used with the PS5 — to play backward compatible games. You can still use it to play your existing library, but…

Striking out from the shadows on PS5.

What you need to know

Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut is coming on August 20.
It’ll be available on PS4 and PS5, with a new storyline taking place on Iki Island.
It’ll be $60 on PS4, while the PS5 version is $70.

Sucker Punch Productions announced Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut on Thursday. This new version of the game is coming to PS4 and PS5, with new features and a new adventure taking place on Iki Island. You can check out the announcement trailer below.

While Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut will be available on both the older and newer PlayStation hardware, PS5 players will get some special features, such as 3D audio support. The game will also take advantage of the DualSense haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.

Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut is scheduled to be available on August 20. The PS4 version is $60, while the PS5 version is $70. An existing PS4 owner of the original game can upgrade to the PS4 Director’s Cut for …

Rapid-fire growth.

What you need to know

Nixxes Software is a team known for its work on PC ports.
Sony Worldwide Studios head Hermen Hulst announced that Sony is acquiriing Nixxes Software for PlayStation Studios.
This comes shortly after the acquisition of Housemarque, the development team behind titles such as Returnal.

Just days after announcing the acquisition of Returnal developer Housemarque, Head of Sony Worldwide Studios Hermen Hulst announced via Twitter on Thursday that Nixxes Software is also joining the PlayStation first-party family. Nixxes is primarily a PC port developer, having worked on ports of titles like Marvel’s Avengers and Shadow of the Tomb Raider. The price of the acquisition was not disclosed.

“I highly respect Nixxes and am excited for this very experienced team to become part of the world-class development community at SIE,” said Hermen Hulst. “They have a passion for improving games and for delivering the best possible experience for gamers. Nixxes…

Aloy is back in action for the next generation.

One of the biggest games revealed at the June 2020 PS5 showcase was Horizon Forbidden West. Developed by Guerrilla Games, this PlayStation title is bringing the custom Decima engine and everything it’s capable of to next-generation hardware.

Aloy returns as a protagonist, heading into the former western U.S. There are new threats, new machines, and new lush lands to explore. It’s currently set to release at some point in 2021. Here’s everything we know about Horizon Forbidden West on PS5 so far.

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What is Horizon Forbidden West?
Check out its trailers
Story, gameplay, and features
Does it have multiplayer?
Is it coming to PS4?
Is it coming to PC?
When does it release?

What is Horizon Forbidden West?

Horizon Forbidden West is a sequel to Guerrilla Games’ Horizon Zero Dawn, released in 2017. It’s an action role-playing game that takes place in the 31st century, in a world where humanity now exists in tribes and gigant…

New areas to explore and new machines to discover.

One of the biggest, most beautiful games revealed during Sony’s PS5 showcase The Future of Gaming was Horizon Forbidden West. This ambitious sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn is being developed by Guerrilla Games, who are using the Decima engine and the newfound power of the PS5 to great lengths. It will no doubt become one of the best PS5 games when it releases.

The world of Horizon Forbidden West is one of mystery and one of the highlights is the different kinds of machines that roam, fly, or swim through the world. As Aloy travels into what was the Western USA, she’s going to discover plentiful machines, both new types and returning forms. Here’s the full list of machines in Horizon Forbidden West that we know so far.

Horzion Forbidden West Machines:

Machine Classes
Bristlebacks
Clawstriders
Chargers
Shellsnappers
Snapmaws
Sunwings
Tremortusks
Unidentified

Machine classes

In the original Horizon Zero Dawn game, machines were…

NVIDIA’s entry into the streaming wars is seeing some impressive success and substantial challenges.

As companies compete and server technology improves, streaming games is becoming more and more of a viable option. Everything from using some of the best gaming phones to your laptop as a great gaming machine is now an option for players.

One recent major entrant is NVIDIA GeForce Now, a streaming service for PC games that players already own. Over a million players have tried it out so far. While some publishers are choosing not to support this streaming platform, it’s still a big contender and a clearly viable option for games streaming, right on par with the likes of Google Stadia and Xbox Game Pass.

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What is GeForce Now?
GeForce Now: List of supported devices
Is GeForce Now free?
Is GeForce Now still in beta?
GeForce Now: List of games

What is GeForce Now?

GeForce Now is NVIDIA’s streaming service. Unlike platforms like Stadia, it does not require buying games …