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PlayStation Plus New PS4 and PS5 Games for December 2021
Another year is coming to a close, and since last month here is Sony's final PlayStation Plus 2021 update featuring PS4 and PS5 games including Godfall: Challenger Edition, Lego DC Super-Villains and Mortal Shell with some new PS VR game additions outlined below. 
Below are all the details courtesy of SIE Senior Manager of Game Services Content Adam Michel, to quote:
December’s PlayStation Plus lineup sees you battling through bright fantasy universes and grim worlds shattered by zealous foes. It asks you to play the hero or see yourself become the villain.
You haven’t long to wait in deciding to lose yourself to the looter-slasher hybrid of Godfall, the careful combat of Mortal Shell, or play bad in Lego DC Super Villains: all games will be available on Tuesday, December 7 until Monday, January 3.
PlayStation Plus members will have until Monday, January 3 to add those titles, plus three bonus PS VR games to their game library. Let’s take a closer look at each game:
Godfall: Challenger Edition | PS5 & PS4
Godfall is a looter-slasher set in a bright fantasy universe filled with heroic knights and arcane magic. Embark on adventure in a fantasy action RPG that utilizes high-impact third-person melee combat to engage players as they hunt for loot, don legendary armor sets and defeat vicious enemies.
The Challenger Edition focuses on three unique modes: Lightbringer, Dreamstones, and the Ascended Tower of Trials. All three are endgame-level content, but you’ll be immediately equipped with a spread of deadly weapons and skill points, letting you team up with up to two other players in co-op.
Perfect your build and smash your enemies. Challenger Edition’s endgame co-op is compatible with all upgraded editions of Godfall & supports cross-gen play. Godfall: Challenger Edition players can upgrade at any time to the Deluxe Edition gaining access to both Godfall and Fire & Darkness campaigns.
Godfall: Challenger Edition PS4 / PS5 Reveal
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Below are all the details courtesy of SIE Senior Manager of Game Services Content Adam Michel, to quote:
December’s PlayStation Plus lineup sees you battling through bright fantasy universes and grim worlds shattered by zealous foes. It asks you to play the hero or see yourself become the villain.
You haven’t long to wait in deciding to lose yourself to the looter-slasher hybrid of Godfall, the careful combat of Mortal Shell, or play bad in Lego DC Super Villains: all games will be available on Tuesday, December 7 until Monday, January 3.
PlayStation Plus members will have until Monday, January 3 to add those titles, plus three bonus PS VR games to their game library. Let’s take a closer look at each game:
Godfall: Challenger Edition | PS5 & PS4
Godfall is a looter-slasher set in a bright fantasy universe filled with heroic knights and arcane magic. Embark on adventure in a fantasy action RPG that utilizes high-impact third-person melee combat to engage players as they hunt for loot, don legendary armor sets and defeat vicious enemies.
The Challenger Edition focuses on three unique modes: Lightbringer, Dreamstones, and the Ascended Tower of Trials. All three are endgame-level content, but you’ll be immediately equipped with a spread of deadly weapons and skill points, letting you team up with up to two other players in co-op.
Perfect your build and smash your enemies. Challenger Edition’s endgame co-op is compatible with all upgraded editions of Godfall & supports cross-gen play. Godfall: Challenger Edition players can upgrade at any time to the Deluxe Edition gaining access to both Godfall and Fire & Darkness campaigns.
Godfall: Challenger Edition PS4 / PS5 Reveal
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PS5 YouTube App High Dynamic Range (HDR) Update for PlayStation 5
The latest PS5 YouTube App update enables High Dynamic Range (HDR) support on PlayStation 5 consoles for YouTube streaming in HDR10 format since the PS5 3.00 OFW Update that allows for dynamic range matching according to FlatPanelsHD.com, to quote:
"As spotted by FlatpanelsHD reader Aha, the YouTube app has now also been updated to support HDR (High Dynamic Range), specifically HDR10 video in the VP9-2 codec (see photo). On PlayStation 5, HDR is supported for YouTube videos in up to 4K 60fps.
There are plenty of videos in HDR10 format on YouTube and some of them look stunning on the right display. We can recommend [B]The HDR Channel[/B]."
This comes following the The Ultimate PlayStation 5 FAQ, Share Factory Studio PS5 HDR Support update, HDR PS5 Games Demo and yesterday's BBC iPlayer App for PS5 that is also 4K HDR compatible. 
For those new in the PS5Scene with an HDR TV display that allows it, Sony's PlayStation Support page outlines How to enable and adjust HDR on a PlayStation 5 console:
Find out how to enable and adjust HDR on your PlayStation 5 console.
What is HDR?
HDR delivers a higher contrast—or larger color and brightness range—than Standard Dynamic Range (SDR).
Though all PS5 consoles have 4K...
"As spotted by FlatpanelsHD reader Aha, the YouTube app has now also been updated to support HDR (High Dynamic Range), specifically HDR10 video in the VP9-2 codec (see photo). On PlayStation 5, HDR is supported for YouTube videos in up to 4K 60fps.There are plenty of videos in HDR10 format on YouTube and some of them look stunning on the right display. We can recommend [B]The HDR Channel[/B]."
This comes following the The Ultimate PlayStation 5 FAQ, Share Factory Studio PS5 HDR Support update, HDR PS5 Games Demo and yesterday's BBC iPlayer App for PS5 that is also 4K HDR compatible. For those new in the PS5Scene with an HDR TV display that allows it, Sony's PlayStation Support page outlines How to enable and adjust HDR on a PlayStation 5 console:
Find out how to enable and adjust HDR on your PlayStation 5 console.
What is HDR?
HDR delivers a higher contrast—or larger color and brightness range—than Standard Dynamic Range (SDR).
Though all PS5 consoles have 4K...
PS4 System Software / Firmware 9.03 Live, Don't Update!
Proceeding today's PS5 v4.50 Firmware Update, the 9.00 PS4 WebKit Exploit, AMD Server Vulnerabilities & SAMU Updates and previous revision Sony also pushed live a PS4 System Software / Firmware v9.03 Update which they claim further improves the PlayStation 4's system performance. 
As always, DON'T UPDATE if you wish to use PS4 Game Backup PKGs via PS4 Torrents and Homebrew Apps whenever a new PS4 Jailbreak Exploit arrives... we'll add any related Tweets as PlayStation 4 Scene developers have a chance to examine it.
It's now confirmed this patches the latest PS4 9.00 Jailbreak, see further details here:
As always, DON'T UPDATE if you wish to use PS4 Game Backup PKGs via PS4 Torrents and Homebrew Apps whenever a new PS4 Jailbreak Exploit arrives... we'll add any related Tweets as PlayStation 4 Scene developers have a chance to examine it. It's now confirmed this patches the latest PS4 9.00 Jailbreak, see further details here:- PS4 9.00 Payloads Arrive for Upcoming PlayStation 4 Jailbreak Exploit
- POOBS4: PS4 9.00 Jailbreak Exploit via ChendoChap with Updated Payloads!
PS5 System Software / Firmware 4.50 Live, Don't Update!
Following the previous update, 4.03 PS5 WebKit Exploit, PlayStation 5 Root Keys and AMD Server Vulnerabilities disclosed today Sony pushed live PS5 System Software / Firmware v4.50 Update (Version 21.02-04.50.00) in hopes of keeping the PS5 console stable and secure. 
As always, DON'T UPDATE if you wish to use PS5 Game Backups and PlayStation 5 homebrew apps, emulators, etc whenever a public PS5 Jailbreak Exploit (PS5Jailbreak Status) arrives in the PS5Scene.
Download: PS5 Firmware 04.50.00 Update (US) / PS5 Firmware 04.50.00 Update (EU) / PS5 Firmware 04.50.00 Update (UK) / PS5 Firmware 04.50.00 Update (AU/NZ) /...
As always, DON'T UPDATE if you wish to use PS5 Game Backups and PlayStation 5 homebrew apps, emulators, etc whenever a public PS5 Jailbreak Exploit (PS5Jailbreak Status) arrives in the PS5Scene.Download: PS5 Firmware 04.50.00 Update (US) / PS5 Firmware 04.50.00 Update (EU) / PS5 Firmware 04.50.00 Update (UK) / PS5 Firmware 04.50.00 Update (AU/NZ) /...
Call of Duty: Warzone Pacific Season One PS4 / PS5 Trailer and Details
Proceeding the Ricochet Anti-Cheat Kernel Driver announcement last month, today Activision writer Daniel Noel shared details on what to expect in the upcoming Call of Duty: Warzone Pacific Season One including the launch of the new map Caldera alongside a PS4 / PS5 teaser trailer video below. 
To quote: Beginning December 8 with the start of Season One, Vanguard players get 24-hour early access to Caldera before it opens for everyone else on December 9.
Featuring a dedicated Playlist with new vehicles, the introduction of Vanguard weapons, and more, there’s a whole lot to look forward to as we kick off another epic year of free content.
Introducing Caldera
This is one big island. Caldera comprises 15 huge, distinct areas to explore and fight across, including hundreds of points of interest to investigate and use to your advantage. We’ve highlighted just three to give you an idea of what’s ahead:
Naval Arsenal
This sprawling shipyard on Caldera’s northern coast features a strategic mix of interior and exterior combat opportunities, including unusual fighting locations like the deep drydock basins and radar array. Farther inland is a cluster of large buildings housing plentiful loot.
Clear Water Lagoon
An old lighthouse overlooks a shallow bay with bamboo huts alongside a quaint coastal community with more-recently constructed homes. Traverse the lagoon to uncover its secrets, including what remains of Captain Butcher’s plane...
To quote: Beginning December 8 with the start of Season One, Vanguard players get 24-hour early access to Caldera before it opens for everyone else on December 9.
Featuring a dedicated Playlist with new vehicles, the introduction of Vanguard weapons, and more, there’s a whole lot to look forward to as we kick off another epic year of free content.
Introducing Caldera
This is one big island. Caldera comprises 15 huge, distinct areas to explore and fight across, including hundreds of points of interest to investigate and use to your advantage. We’ve highlighted just three to give you an idea of what’s ahead:Naval Arsenal
This sprawling shipyard on Caldera’s northern coast features a strategic mix of interior and exterior combat opportunities, including unusual fighting locations like the deep drydock basins and radar array. Farther inland is a cluster of large buildings housing plentiful loot.Clear Water Lagoon
An old lighthouse overlooks a shallow bay with bamboo huts alongside a quaint coastal community with more-recently constructed homes. Traverse the lagoon to uncover its secrets, including what remains of Captain Butcher’s plane...