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The Last Of Us Part 2 Review Roundup – A PS4 Masterpiece?

The Last of Us Part II is still a week away from launching, and the general consensus from review is that it's going to feel like a long wait. The latest from Naughty Dog, The Last of Us Part II picks up a few years after the PS3 original, following Ellie on a bloody path of revenge. It's bleak, tragic and gut-wrenching, but a tale most reviews suggest you don't miss. Overall critic reception has been incredibly positive, with a few caveats. In GameSpot's own 8/10 spoiler-free review for The

More PS5 Game Reveals Are Coming, PlayStation Boss Says

As part of the PlayStation 5 reveal event, Sony announced or showed off more than two-dozen new games for the next-generation console. This is just the beginning of what to expect in terms of games, according to PlayStation boss Jim Ryan. Ryan told the BBC that Sony chose to spotlight games big and small during its briefing to let people know there will be a wide variety of gameplay options on the console. But if you didn't see anything you like, Ryan stressed that more game reveals are coming. "We

Why Sony Is Releasing A PS5 Without A Disc Drive

Sony is releasing two PlayStation 5 consoles this year. One has a disc drive and the other doesn't. In a new interview with GameSpot sister site CNET, PlayStation boss Jim Ryan explained why Sony is releasing the disc-free console. He explained that it's a reflection of what many consumers want these days. Basically, people are consuming more and more digital content as opposed to physical media, and Sony is releasing a new PlayStation console for those who align more with this vision for the future. "We're just acknowledging here that

PS5’s Impressive Load Times Are Coming Into Focus With Resident Evil 8 And NBA 2K21

Among the advancements that the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X will offer is dramatically improved loading times. Back in 2019, Sony showed off the improved load times with Marvel's Spider-Man, and now the company and its partners have shared more insight on the subject. As part of Sony's PlayStation 5 reveal event, new information about load times on PS5--and Xbox Series X for that matter--came into focus. NBA 2K21 2K Sports is promising that NBA 2K21 will feature "drastically improved load speeds" on PS5. In a video, the developer

June 2020 PlayStation Plus Games: Two Free PS4 Shooters Available This Month

Breaking from longstanding tradition, the next round of PlayStation Plus freebies began before the new month even arrived. PS4 users can currently claim June's free games, Call of Duty: WWII and Star Wars Battlefront II. This is one of the strongest free games lineups we've seen this year. Developed by Sledgehammer Games, Call of Duty: WWII released in 2017 and brought the series back to its original World War II-era setting for the first time since World at War in 2008. Call of Duty: WWII is particularly known for having

Xenoblade Chronicles Battle System Guide – Chain Attacks, Arts, And More Explained

Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition has arrived on Nintendo Switch, and it features a deep battle system with a lot of different mechanics to master. This system is fundamentally similar to the one in Xenoblade Chronicles 2, so if you've played that entry, you'll already be familiar with the basics. That said, there are some notable differences that set the two apart. While the in-game tutorials do a good job of acclimating you to the various components of Xenoblade Chronicles' battle system, there are some nuances that aren't as well explained.

Second Extinction brings intense 3-player co-op to Xbox Series X

Developed by Systemic Reaction, Second Extinction throws players into intense 3-player co-op against dinosaurs, bombs, and other dangers. Today’s Inside Xbox brought about some interesting reveals. Not only did we get our first look at games like Dirt 5, but we also got a good look at a brand new game that pits players against dinosaurs in intense co-op action. Second Extinction, which was revealed during today’s Inside Xbox, looks to be an action-packed adventure with a lot to offer fans of Turok and other similar games. According to the