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Where to buy PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch

Here’s where you can get your hands on today’s most popular video game consoles.

It certainly hasn’t been easy trying to find a PS5, Xbox Series X|S, or Nintendo Switch over the last few years.

Due to the global chip shortage, current generation hardware such as the PS5 and Xbox have been quite difficult to find online or in stores. It’s a frustrating situation, as the demand for these popular consoles still remains sky high as more and more games are released.

As of April 2022, it’s already been a stellar year for video games. Both PlayStation and Xbox users have been able to enjoy FromSoftware’s latest gem in Elden Ring. Sony’s latest first-party title, Horizon Forbidden West, is an upgrade in every way from its predecessor, and is stunningly gorgeous too. Plus, of course, Nintendo fans have Pokémon Legends: Arceus and Kirby and the Forgotten Land to enjoy on the Switch.

There’s a lot to look forward to throughout 2022 as well, as Hogwarts Legacy will be landing on both PS5 and Xbox this holiday season. Pokémon fans will also be able to experience the next generation of the franchise with Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet later in the year.

If you’re still looking to snag one of these modern consoles, look no further! Here’s where you can buy a PS5, Xbox Series X|S, or Nintendo Switch.

PlayStation March State of Play: When and where to watch in your time zone

Watch the March State of Play stream here, and when it goes live in your time zone.

Sony’s regular State of Play stream event, which reveal new information on a variety of PlayStation games and hardware, is finally returning later today, promising new information on a variety of games.

This event is said to be focused on Japanese games, and it has been confirmed that the recently announced PlayStation VR2 will not be present in any capacity.

That still leaves a lot of exciting games to speculate about. The PlayStation timed-exclusive Final Fantasy XVI is one of the most anticipated games right now, while Capcom still has plenty up its sleeve to show, not limited to the rumored Resident Evil 4 Remake and the anticipated Street Fighter 6 gameplay reveal.

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We don’t know what to expect right now, but we’ll find out tonight. Just read below to find out when and where you can watch the March 2022 State of Play in your time zone.

PlayStation 5: Is it worth it to buy an M.2 SSD to increase your storage space?

Is additional storage for you PS5 essential or unnecessary?

One of the biggest upgrades the PlayStation 5 provided over the PlayStation 4 was the inclusion of a solid-state drive, which slashes load times in games and is perhaps the most “next-gen” of all the features on the new console.

The one big problem? The included PS5 SSD only leaves you with 667 gigabytes of available space to install games and apps, and store your saved data and media. If you’re a Call of Duty player in particular, you know that amount of storage isn’t going to get you very far.

If you find yourself always running out of storage space, there is an opportunity to upgrade. Every PS5 includes an expansion bay hidden away under the faceplate where you can install an M.2 SSD.

Is it worth it to shell out more than $100 to add storage space to the PS5? We tested out the Samsung 980 PRO, which comes with an included heatsink, and found that the accessory is every bit as essential as a headset or second controller.

 

PS VR2 features a 4K OLED display and a new game: Horizon Call of the Mountain

Sony has officially unveiled its next-gen virtual reality headset for PS5.

Sony has officially unveiled PS VR2, its next-generation virtual reality headset for PS5. Featuring a 4K OLED screen with a 110-degree field of view, capable of frame rates between 90 and 120fps, it should offer a VR experience on par with premium PC headsets.

Much like the Quest 2, there’s no need for an external camera either. The new PlayStation VR2 Sense controller is tracked through cameras integrated into the headset itself. The headset also comes packed with sensory feedback, eye tracking, and 3D audio. Much like the DualSense controller’s haptic feedback, the sensory feedback will offer subtle vibrations to immerse you in the experience.

One of the most off-putting things about PSVR’s original form was how much of a pain it was to connect up. Thankfully, PS VR2 comes with a single cable setup for ease of use.

Here are the official specs:

  • Display method:​ OLED.
  • Panel resolution:​ 2000 x 2040 per eye.
  • Panel refresh rate​: 90Hz, 120Hz.
  • Lens separation​: Adjustable.
  • Field of View​: Approx. 110 degrees.
  • Sensors​: Motion Sensor: Six-axis motion sensing system (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer)​.
  • Attachment Sensor: IR Proximity sensor.
  • Cameras​: 4 cameras for headset and controller tracking​IR camera for eye tracking per eye.
  • Feedback​: Vibration on headset.
  • Communication​ with PS5: USB Type-C.
  • Audio​ Input: Built-in microphone; Output: Stereo headphone jack.

Sony has also announced the first game coming to the VR set: Horizon Call of the Mountain from Guerrilla, developer of Horizon Forbidden West, and Firesprite, developer of Playroom VR.

“The story of Horizon Call of the Mountain will be told through the eyes of an entirely new character,” Guerilla said in a statement on Twitter. “We’ll meet Aloy, as well as returning and new faces along the way, and we can’t wait for you to meet the protagonist of this adventure soon.”

If you’re looking for more games to play this year, check out our list of the most exciting games of 2022.

Written by Kirk McKeand on behalf of GLHF.

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The top 10 most popular PS5 games are not what you expect

Here’s what PS5 owners played the most during the console’s first year.

To celebrate the PS5 turning a year old, Sony shared what the most popular games on the console were over these past 12 months.

Given that Sony’s  first-party offerings tend to be pretty stellar, you might be surprised to learn that next to no PlayStation exclusives are in the top 10 most played games on the PS5. Jim Ryan, president and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment,  made a post on the official PlayStation Blog  sharing what the most popular PS5 games are.

  1. Fortnite
  2. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War
  3. FIFA 21
  4. NBA 2K21
  5. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
  6. Destiny 2
  7. MLB The Show 21
  8. Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales
  9. Demon’s Souls
  10. NBA 2K22

Yup, the only first-party Sony games on the list are Demon’s Souls and Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, much to the dismay of Fortnite and Call of Duty haters. It’s pretty surprising that Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart  and Returnal  are not on here, though. However, keep in mind that this list is tallied on gameplay hours, not what sold the best.

Ryan states in the blog post that more than 25 games are in development for the PS5 right now, so Sony has a good chance of coming out on top next year. Particularly with titles like  God of War Ragnarok  and Horizon Forbidden West.

Written by Kyle Campbell on behalf of GLHF.

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Sony is making fewer PS5 consoles this holiday due to supply chain issues

Supply constraints mean fewer consoles this holiday.

Sony is slowing the production of PlayStation 5 (PS5) consoles, Bloomberg  reported Wednesday.

According to the report, Sony cut its production forecast from 16 million consoles down to 15 million. The company is apparently having trouble acquiring the components necessary to build consoles, along with shipping constraints making it tough to distribute them. So anyone on the hunt for a PS5 this holiday will have to be extra thorough in their search.

Sony isn’t alone when it comes to manufacturing woes, either. Nintendo is planning to  produce significantly fewer Switch consoles due to the global chip shortage. Similarly, Valve had to  delay the launch of its highly-anticipated Steam Deck because of supply chain issues. So it’s an industry-wide issue, for sure.

It’s quite a shame to hear this, as the PS5 is likely to be a the top of many people’s wish lists this holiday season, especially with games like the Grand Theft Auto Trilogy and Battlefield 2024 out this week. Then there are heavy-hitting first-party offerings like Horizon Forbidden West coming out relatively soon. 

Written by Kyle Campbell on behalf of GLHF.

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‘Star Ocean The Divine Force’ announced at State of Play

The latest mainline Star Ocean is finally here!

Much to the delight of JRPG fans everywhere, Star Ocean The Divine Force was announced at PlayStation’s State of Play on Wednesday.

Star Ocean The Divine Force is the first mainline entry in the series in several years. Think the space-faring adventuring of Star Wars meets classic anime series like Gundam Wing, and you basically have Star Ocean. Tone-wise, anyway, there are no wookies to be found, sadly.

The series is also known for having hilarious naming conventions. For example, the last mainline entry is called Star Ocean Integrity and Faithlessness. Just rolls of the tongue, yeah?

Check out the announcement trailer for Star Ocean The Divine Force for yourself below.

There are also a few screenshots that you can check out below.

[This story is developing, we will update it as more information comes in]

Written by Kyle Campbell on behalf of GLHF. 

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‘Horizon Forbidden West’ is getting a handy wrist-mounted grappling hook

Hookshot for verticality, oops, there goes gravity.

Horizon Forbidden West is looking to significantly up verticality from its prequel, so Guerrilla Games is adding a grappling hook to protagonist Aloy’s bag of tricks.

David McMullen, Lead Systems Designer at Guerrilla Games, revealed the grappling device we’ve seen in Horizon Forbidden West’s trailers is called the Pullcaster — which will let Aloy swing about like Spider-Man. No, not Marvel’s Spider-Man, don’t be daft!

“Aloy can climb freely on and across huge sections of rocky terrain,” McMullen said on the PlayStation Blog. “Grapple points can be found throughout the environment which allows agile vertical traversal.”

Check out a snippet of the Pullcaster in action for yourself below.

“Our traversal design decisions were always in service of increasing dynamic interactivity with the world around you,” McMullen said later in the post. “This could be to empower the player to manipulate and destroy their environment with a tool like the Pullcaster or grapple-launching into a glide with the Shieldwing to set yourself up for a strike from above. What excites us most is how our mechanics, new and old, synergistically interact with each other to provide varied and dynamic approaches to any scenario.”

McMullen’s excitement alone proves Guerilla Games cares a lot about its fans, not that there was any doubt after the PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5 upgrade fiasco. Hopefully, we’ll see more from Horizon Forbidden West soon.

Written by Kyle Campbell on behalf of GLHF. 

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‘Among Us’ is coming to PlayStation and Xbox in December

Among Us will be on PlayStation and Xbox soon!

Do you want to accuse family members of murder this holiday? Well, you’re in luck, as Among Us is  coming to PlayStation and Xbox on Dec. 14!

Yes, after being on PC, mobile, and Switch for years, the hit social deduction game in space will be on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Best of news of all? Among Us  is cross-platform, meaning you’ll be able to play with friends regardless of what device they might be playing on. So get ready to blow everyone out of the airlock into space, including uncle David who refuses to pass the mashed potatoes over during Christmas dinner. Just awful. 

If you happen to pick Among Us  up on PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5, you’ll get some exclusive cosmetics based on Ratchet & Clank  cosmetics. Finally, a chance to off that annoying Lombax for good.

Xbox doesn’t appear to be getting any exclusive cosmetics, but on the plus side, Among Us will be free on Xbox Game Pass. So you won’t even need to shell out extra cash for the game if you are already a subscriber. 

There are also a couple of big physical editions of Among Us  coming for all consoles, too: The Crewmate Edition for $29.99 USD, The Imposter Edition for $49.99, and the Ejected Edition for $89.99. They all come with a bunch of cool swag and are available for pre-order on the Maximum Games Store. 

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‘Back 4 Blood’ release times – here’s when the zombie co-op shooter unlocks in each region

Want to know when you can start mowing down zombies in Back 4 Blood?

Back 4 Blood  isn’t coming out until Oct. 12, but its release times are available now. 

The spiritual successor to Left 4 Dead  from developer Turtle Rock Studios is doing the good old-fashioned midnight launch across most regions. Playing Back 4 Blood the moment it goes live on launch day means you’ll have to stay up until the wee hours of the morning regardless of platform or wherever you live. 

Back 4 Blood release times: Xbox, PlayStation, and PC

  • 12:00 A.M. PT
  • 12:00 A.M. EDT
  • 12:00 A.M. CDT
  • 12:00 A.M. ET
  • 12:00 A.M. BRT
  • 12:00 A.M. BST
  • 12:00 A.M. CEST
  • 12:00 A.M. MSK
  • 12:00 A.M. KST
  • 12:00 A.M. SGT
  • 12:00 A.M. HKT
  • 12:00 A.M. JST
  • 12:00 A.M. AEST

Please note that if you’re picking up Back 4 Blood  on Steam or The Epic Games Store, these times may not apply as those storefronts update at different intervals. Check out the below image courtesy of Turtle Rock Studios for exact release times on Steam and The Epic Games Store.

One curious note is pre-ordering the Ultimate or Deluxe Editions of Back 4 Blood  grants you early access on Oct. 8, four whole days before it’s supposed to release. Those two editions will set you back $99.99 USD and $89.99 USD, respectively. Not exactly cheap, but if you’re dying to play it, the option is there. 

Written by Kyle Campbell on behalf of GLHF. 

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