At the beginning of the year, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth launched a hell of an opening salvo. The latest installment in the long-running Like a Dragon/Yakuza series is comically full of things to do. On one hand, it’s a turn-based RPG epic, splitti...
It's seemingly confirmed that Horizon Zero Dawn is getting a remaster, despite the fact it really doesn't need one. Sony is focusing on making the games look a bit cleaner and visually striking instead of rebooting or porting franchises that people actually care about. Although it hasn't been officially confirmed that a Horizon Zero Dawn remaster is coming, it's quite likely since the rumor has been floating around since 2022. People now believe this is happening because the supposed remastered version has been rated by the ESRB, listening to PC and PlayStation 5 as the platforms. In the latest Game […]
Joker 2, technically titled Joker: Folie à Deux, is just a couple of weeks away, and the final trailer has arrived to try and seal the deal for potential audience goers who are still on the fence about whether a “jukebox” musical is how they want to se...
The A18 Pro powering the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max had already cemented its position as Apple’s fastest smartphone silicon to date by being 18 percent faster than last year’s A17 Pro in Geekbench 6’s Metal benchmark while also trading blows with the M1 in the single-core and multi-core department. In the latest GFXBench Aztec Ruins test, the newest SoC once again reaches a new performance plateau, but a closer look at the comparison reveals that it had to operate at a higher power draw to achieve this difference, resulting in a worse ‘performance per watt’ ratio. In the […]
While imperfect for using outside of the PlayStation ecosystem, the Pulse Elite wireless headset introduces planar headphones and a new audio standard at a consumer friendly price.
Sony's PlayStation Portal has been hacked to allow running the PPSSPP emulator, as revealed on Twitter by Andy Nguyen. PPSSPP, as some of you may be aware, is a free and open source PlayStation Portable (PSP) emulator available on most platforms, including iOS, Android, Windows PC, macOS, Linux, Nintendo WiiU and Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series S and X, and more. As you might recall, PlayStation Portal (previously known as Project Q) is based on Android, which might have made the work of hackers easier. Nguyen, who also credited xyz and Calle Svensson for making it happen, then clarified the hack […]
The PlayStation Portal stuttering issues that many have been experiencing since the system's launch seem to be caused by how the PlayStation 5 console handles streaming via Remote Play. As reported on Reddit by parasupaman, stuttering is caused by refresh rate issues, as the PlayStation 5 streams over Remote Play at 59.94 Hz, and any client device whose refresh rate isn't set at exactly this value will suffer from stuttering. Third-party apps deal with this using their frame pacing options, while devices supporting VRR match the display refresh rate to keep things smooth. The user also provided some video evidence […]
The issues that some users are experiencing with the PlayStation Portal may be caused by the device's bitrate limitations, judging from a recent discovery. Reddit user LongjumpingLaw4362 recently discovered how the new Sony device is limiting bitrate to an average of around 7mbps, with some spikes in the 11mbps range. While it could be the PlayStation 5 limiting the bitrate, it seems like this is not the case, as the open-source Remote Play client Chiaki allows the console to stream at basically any bitrate, and the threshold is never met in a test using a Steam Deck. Given this limitation, […]
The PlayStation Portal OS source code was shared online this week, and it has revealed additional information on the CPU that powers the handheld system. In compliance with applicable open-source software licenses, Sony released the source code for versions 1.00, 1.01, and 2.0.0 of the OS that powers the console. Alongside opening up some possibilities for modding the system, the source code also revealed some information on the Portal's CPU, which is apparently the Snapdragon 680, as highlighted by @emuonpsp on X/Twitter. This, however, seems to conflict with the information from last week's teardown, which suggested the CPU that powers […]
A new PlayStation Portal teardown video was shared online, providing a good look at the device's internal and more. The teardown, which was conducted by Jacob R, revealed how the device, as expected, is powered by an underpowered chip, so modding is likely not going to turn the system into an emulation powerhouse. Also, the video highlights how the device doesn't feature great repairability as it's even difficult to take apart, something that could definitely become a problem in the future. The PlayStation Portal was announced to be a Remote Play focused device, and this it does quite well, as […]
The PlayStation Portal handheld wasn't made to make a profit but to increase play time with the PlayStation 5 console. Speaking with Japanese publication AV Watch, Sony's Senior Vice President of Platform Experience Hideaki Nishino revealed some interesting tidbits about the Remote Play handheld device released this week, saying that it wasn't designed to make a profit, which doesn't sound too surprising, considering its limited scope. The device was designed with a specific demographic in mind, allowing them to enjoy PlayStation 5 titles more by allowing them to play them while away from the actual console. As mentioned above, the […]
The PlayStation Portal handheld may become a more enticing purchase for a wider range of players in the future, as Sony will be looking into implementing cloud streaming support in the coming months. Speaking with Japanese publication AV Watch, Sony's Hideaki Nishino talked about the handheld console, saying that Remote Play and cloud streaming are only different in terms of server location, and thus there are no technical hurdles to overcome to implement cloud streaming support. As such, Sony has focused on Remote Play only for the time being but will be looking into expanding the console's features in the […]
Sony has been no stranger to experimenting with remote play for the past two and a half console generations. Since the technology first appeared on PlayStation 3, the only official Sony devices to offer remote play capabilities were of the PlayStation Vita line of devices, VAIO laptops, Bravia televisions, and their Xperia Play phone. The walled garden opened up with the PlayStation 4 as phones and PCs outside of the Sony ecosystem began offering up licensed Sony apps and even some third-party developers releasing PSPlay on both iOS and Android. Now, more than a decade since the PlayStation Vita hit […]
The first PlayStation Portal unboxing video has surfaced online, showing the size of Sony's new handheld and comparing it to Valve's Steam Deck. Sony's PlayStation Portal won't be out before next week, but Spanish YouTube channel Hobby Consolas has already put up an unboxing video of the handheld. Due to an embargo, the device isn't turned on, but you'll get a glimpse of the handheld ahead of reviews and the global launch of the handheld. "the embargo prevents us from showing it in operation, but we can show you an unboxing of the final unit so you can see what […]
After months of rumors, Sony officially announced their Remote-Play-focused handheld the PlayStation Portal back in August, and now players can put down their money on the device. Coming in at […]
Nintendo has officially announced that it is suing PocketPair, the creators of Palworld, in collaboration with The Pokemon Company. In a statement on NintendoCoLtd on X, Nintendo filed a patent infringement lawsuit in the Tokyo District Court on September 18, 2024. This lawsuit aims to seek an injunction against infringement and damages after PocketPair allegedly infringed multiple patents in Palworld. This news isn't surprising, except that it didn't come sooner. Palworld was first released in January 2024. In the game, there are plenty of "Pals" that look incredibly similar to the creatures in Pokemon, to the point that it's bordering […]
The Serpent Crest Shield is a Medium Shield added in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking full physical blocking abilities without being weighed down by one of the game’s massive Greatshields. We high...
While imperfect for using outside of the PlayStation ecosystem, the Pulse Elite wireless headset introduces planar headphones and a new audio standard at a consumer friendly price.
Sony's PlayStation Portal has been hacked to allow running the PPSSPP emulator, as revealed on Twitter by Andy Nguyen. PPSSPP, as some of you may be aware, is a free and open source PlayStation Portable (PSP) emulator available on most platforms, including iOS, Android, Windows PC, macOS, Linux, Nintendo WiiU and Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series S and X, and more. As you might recall, PlayStation Portal (previously known as Project Q) is based on Android, which might have made the work of hackers easier. Nguyen, who also credited xyz and Calle Svensson for making it happen, then clarified the hack […]
The PlayStation Portal stuttering issues that many have been experiencing since the system's launch seem to be caused by how the PlayStation 5 console handles streaming via Remote Play. As reported on Reddit by parasupaman, stuttering is caused by refresh rate issues, as the PlayStation 5 streams over Remote Play at 59.94 Hz, and any client device whose refresh rate isn't set at exactly this value will suffer from stuttering. Third-party apps deal with this using their frame pacing options, while devices supporting VRR match the display refresh rate to keep things smooth. The user also provided some video evidence […]
The issues that some users are experiencing with the PlayStation Portal may be caused by the device's bitrate limitations, judging from a recent discovery. Reddit user LongjumpingLaw4362 recently discovered how the new Sony device is limiting bitrate to an average of around 7mbps, with some spikes in the 11mbps range. While it could be the PlayStation 5 limiting the bitrate, it seems like this is not the case, as the open-source Remote Play client Chiaki allows the console to stream at basically any bitrate, and the threshold is never met in a test using a Steam Deck. Given this limitation, […]
The PlayStation Portal OS source code was shared online this week, and it has revealed additional information on the CPU that powers the handheld system. In compliance with applicable open-source software licenses, Sony released the source code for versions 1.00, 1.01, and 2.0.0 of the OS that powers the console. Alongside opening up some possibilities for modding the system, the source code also revealed some information on the Portal's CPU, which is apparently the Snapdragon 680, as highlighted by @emuonpsp on X/Twitter. This, however, seems to conflict with the information from last week's teardown, which suggested the CPU that powers […]
A new PlayStation Portal teardown video was shared online, providing a good look at the device's internal and more. The teardown, which was conducted by Jacob R, revealed how the device, as expected, is powered by an underpowered chip, so modding is likely not going to turn the system into an emulation powerhouse. Also, the video highlights how the device doesn't feature great repairability as it's even difficult to take apart, something that could definitely become a problem in the future. The PlayStation Portal was announced to be a Remote Play focused device, and this it does quite well, as […]
The PlayStation Portal handheld wasn't made to make a profit but to increase play time with the PlayStation 5 console. Speaking with Japanese publication AV Watch, Sony's Senior Vice President of Platform Experience Hideaki Nishino revealed some interesting tidbits about the Remote Play handheld device released this week, saying that it wasn't designed to make a profit, which doesn't sound too surprising, considering its limited scope. The device was designed with a specific demographic in mind, allowing them to enjoy PlayStation 5 titles more by allowing them to play them while away from the actual console. As mentioned above, the […]
The PlayStation Portal handheld may become a more enticing purchase for a wider range of players in the future, as Sony will be looking into implementing cloud streaming support in the coming months. Speaking with Japanese publication AV Watch, Sony's Hideaki Nishino talked about the handheld console, saying that Remote Play and cloud streaming are only different in terms of server location, and thus there are no technical hurdles to overcome to implement cloud streaming support. As such, Sony has focused on Remote Play only for the time being but will be looking into expanding the console's features in the […]
Sony has been no stranger to experimenting with remote play for the past two and a half console generations. Since the technology first appeared on PlayStation 3, the only official Sony devices to offer remote play capabilities were of the PlayStation Vita line of devices, VAIO laptops, Bravia televisions, and their Xperia Play phone. The walled garden opened up with the PlayStation 4 as phones and PCs outside of the Sony ecosystem began offering up licensed Sony apps and even some third-party developers releasing PSPlay on both iOS and Android. Now, more than a decade since the PlayStation Vita hit […]
The first PlayStation Portal unboxing video has surfaced online, showing the size of Sony's new handheld and comparing it to Valve's Steam Deck. Sony's PlayStation Portal won't be out before next week, but Spanish YouTube channel Hobby Consolas has already put up an unboxing video of the handheld. Due to an embargo, the device isn't turned on, but you'll get a glimpse of the handheld ahead of reviews and the global launch of the handheld. "the embargo prevents us from showing it in operation, but we can show you an unboxing of the final unit so you can see what […]
After months of rumors, Sony officially announced their Remote-Play-focused handheld the PlayStation Portal back in August, and now players can put down their money on the device. Coming in at […]