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Got a PS5 Pro? Here are the settings you’ll want to change on your TV
Sony has launched its most powerful console yet in the PS5 Pro. It’s got a mountain of promise at the premium price of $699 (that’s, of course, without a disc drive or vertical stand). The new iteration of the PS5 offers some exciting upgrades over its predecessor, even if you have to squint to see major differences between the PS5…
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The slim PS5 is getting a price cut for the holidays
Sony is cutting the price of the “slim” PS5 digital edition by $70, making it more affordable for the holiday season. Typically, that PS5 model costs $449.99, but it will start at $379.99 through December 24th, according to a new ad. This holiday deal brings the slim PS5 digital edition just under the original $399.99 price of the launch version…
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PS5 Pro review: how close is your TV?
You don’t need me to tell you the new PS5 Pro, on sale November 7th, is the most powerful PlayStation ever made. The real question: could it possibly be worth $700, the most Sony’s ever charged for a game console? I think I can answer that — but first, I need you to go find a measuring tape. Find your…
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Is Your Xbox Series X or PS5 As Good as a Blu-Ray Player?
Key Takeaways Game consoles like Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 can play Blu-ray discs, but dedicated Blu-ray players can provide a better visual experience. Top Blu-ray players bring out the full potential of high-quality 4K TVs with dedicated upscaling, higher bit depth, and Dolby Vision support. A dedicated Blu-ray player is only worth it if you also invest in…
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Hurry! Walmart Holiday Deals slashes prices on PS5 and Nintendo Switch — 7 deals I’d shop now
Prime Day may have come and gone, but Walmart’s holiday deals are still going strong. If you’ve got a gamer or too on your holiday shopping list, Walmart has some huge discounts on the latest game consoles and titles. Right now you can snag the PlayStation 5 Slim for $449 at Walmart — a savings of $50 on Sony’s latest…
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The Best PS5 Headsets of 2024
A great PS5 headset can completely transform your gaming experience. From catching subtle sounds like footsteps to fully immersing yourself in the game’s soundtrack, the right headset can block out distractions and pull you deeper into the action. SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Best PS5 Headset Overall Turtle Beach Recon 70 Headset Best Budget PS5 Headset HyperX HyperX Cloud III Wireless…
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The PS5 Pro’s AI Upscaler Is the Only Feature That Really Matters
Key Takeaways PS5 Pro offers notable hardware upgrades, but not essential, with the main highlight being the PSSR AI-upscaling technology. 4K resolution is excessive for gaming, leading to a need for reconstruction methods. AI upscaling like PSSR is crucial for modern gaming on high-resolution displays. The PlayStation 5 Pro is here, and at a reasonable price given what’s packed inside.…
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PlayStation Network is down, knocking PS5 and PS4 gamers offline
Gamers hoping to spend an evening in front of their PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4 may be out of luck unless they enjoy single-player experiences (have you tried Astro Bot?). Sony’s gaming network is suffering a massive outage on Monday night. The official PSN Service Status page confirms problems affecting everything, “Other, PS Vita, PS3, PS4, PS5, Web.” If it’s…
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PS5 Pro will enhance Stellar Blade, Jedi: Survivor, Metal Gear, and Resident Evil
Sony has just revealed seven additional games that’ll get enhanced by its PS5 Pro, coming November 7th, on top of the games it previously revealed. New titles include Stellar Blade, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, F1 24, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, both Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard. That means the whole confirmed…
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Palworld’s PS5 port is on hold indefinitely in Japan
Palworld | Screenshot: PlayStation (YouTube) Sony included the PS5 launch of Palworld as one of its news items during Tuesday evening’s State of Play presentation, but it left out a detail. While the game has launched on PlayStation platforms in 68 countries and regions worldwide, Japan is not one of them. The official Japanese account for the game said on…
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