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Sony CEO Confirms Compelling PS5 Game Line-up Reveal Incoming
Following the DualSense PS5 Wireless Controller reveal, PS5 Heatsink Patent and Unreal Engine 5 PS5 Demos Sony CEO Kenichiro Yoshida confirmed at a corporate strategy meeting (PDF) this past Tuesday their plan to reveal a compelling PlayStation 5 game line-up soon... bring it on!!
Be sure to drop by the PS5 Forums for more PlayStation 5 next-gen updates, and below are some excerpts on this latest PS5 News via VideoGamesChronicle.com to quote:
He said increased speed, enhanced sensory perceptions generated by PS5's DualSense controller, and sound delivered in 3D audio will combine to create revolutionary and more immersive next-gen console game experiences.
“Games for the PS5 that deliver this new game experience are being made by both first and third-party developers and we plan to introduce a compelling line-up of titles soon,” he said.
Commenting on the impact of the coronavirus last week, Sony said “major problems have not arisen in the game software development pipeline for Sony’s own first-party studios or its partners’ studios.”
Sony CEO Yoshida also said on Tuesday that PlayStation Now had over 2.2 million paid subscribers as of April 2020.
Be sure to drop by the PS5 Forums for more PlayStation 5 next-gen updates, and below are some excerpts on this latest PS5 News via VideoGamesChronicle.com to quote:
He said increased speed, enhanced sensory perceptions generated by PS5's DualSense controller, and sound delivered in 3D audio will combine to create revolutionary and more immersive next-gen console game experiences.
“Games for the PS5 that deliver this new game experience are being made by both first and third-party developers and we plan to introduce a compelling line-up of titles soon,” he said.
Commenting on the impact of the coronavirus last week, Sony said “major problems have not arisen in the game software development pipeline for Sony’s own first-party studios or its partners’ studios.”
Sony CEO Yoshida also said on Tuesday that PlayStation Now had over 2.2 million paid subscribers as of April 2020.
Sonic: Wild Blur Made in Dreams on PS4 by Clowfoe and Collaborators
Just days ago we saw an Unreal Engine 5 Demo Tribute made in Dreams on PlayStation 4, and now designer Clowfoe (GumballerYT) with help from various Collaborators including Ninjacat2118 released Sonic: Wild Blur created in Dreams. 
Download: Sonic: Wild Blur PS4 (Dreams)
Here's to hoping Sega won't mind their fan-made creation inspired by popular Sonic the Hedgehog classic video game character, and check out the Dreams PS4 trailer video below featuring Richmenace_94's Sonic Puppet!
Sonic Wild Blur Made in Dreams
Finally, below are some fan-made ports of Sonic 1 and 2 from the Sega Master System alongside a PS4 port of the homebrew game Sonic Time Twisted by overbound via MDashK (Github).
Download: SMSR00001.pkg (43.38 MB - Sonic 1 SMS Remake v1.00 PS4 Homebrew PKG) / SMSR00002.pkg (53.88 MB - Sonic 2 SMS Remake v1.00 PS4 Homebrew PKG) / OVBD00001_V1.1.2.1.pkg (159.19 MB - Sonic Time Twisted v1.1.2.1 PS4 Homebrew PKG)
Download: Sonic: Wild Blur PS4 (Dreams)
Here's to hoping Sega won't mind their fan-made creation inspired by popular Sonic the Hedgehog classic video game character, and check out the Dreams PS4 trailer video below featuring Richmenace_94's Sonic Puppet!
Sonic Wild Blur Made in Dreams
Finally, below are some fan-made ports of Sonic 1 and 2 from the Sega Master System alongside a PS4 port of the homebrew game Sonic Time Twisted by overbound via MDashK (Github).
Download: SMSR00001.pkg (43.38 MB - Sonic 1 SMS Remake v1.00 PS4 Homebrew PKG) / SMSR00002.pkg (53.88 MB - Sonic 2 SMS Remake v1.00 PS4 Homebrew PKG) / OVBD00001_V1.1.2.1.pkg (159.19 MB - Sonic Time Twisted v1.1.2.1 PS4 Homebrew PKG)
Sony Announces The Last of Us Part II Limited Edition PS4 Pro Bundle
Proceeding The Last of Us Part 2 PS4 Story Trailer earlier this month, today Sony announced they're celebrating The Last of Us Part II with a Limited Edition PS4 Pro Bundle and more details below! 
The Limited Edition The Last of Us II PS4 Pro Bundle includes a 1TB PS4 Pro system with a custom engraved design of Ellie’s iconic tattoo, a custom DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller, and The Last of Us Part II on Blu-ray Disc.
Here's more from Sony Global Marketing VP Mary Yee, to quote:
We’re all counting down the days till we rejoin Ellie in her journey next month, and today, we are thrilled to announce the Limited Edition The Last of Us Part II PlayStation 4 Pro bundle, which will launch alongside the game on June 19, 2020.
This special bundle features a fully customized matte finish PS4 Pro console engraved with Ellie’s tattoo design, a Limited Edition DualShock 4 Wireless Controller, a physical copy of The Last of Us Part II game, as well as a code to redeem digital content* such as The Last of Us Part II PS4 dynamic theme, avatars, and more.
This limited edition bundle will be available across the U.S. and Canada for $399.99 USD (MSRP) / $499.99 CAD (MSRP).
The Limited Edition DualShock 4 Wireless Controller also will be available as a standalone for $64.99 USD (MSRP) / $74.99 CAD (MSRP).
Presented in a Steel Black matte finish with white detailing and PlayStation shapes, this Limited Edition wireless controller features Ellie’s iconic fern tattoo engraved on the lower right hand side and The Last of Us Part II logo on the touchpad.
John Sweeney, Art Director at Naughty Dog, shared some background and inspiration behind the design:
When we first revealed The Last of Us Part II, we had no idea how quickly fans would embrace Ellie’s tattoo. Within a day, we started seeing real-life versions showing up on social media and fans have been sharing photos of their new tattoos...
The Limited Edition The Last of Us II PS4 Pro Bundle includes a 1TB PS4 Pro system with a custom engraved design of Ellie’s iconic tattoo, a custom DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller, and The Last of Us Part II on Blu-ray Disc.
Here's more from Sony Global Marketing VP Mary Yee, to quote:
We’re all counting down the days till we rejoin Ellie in her journey next month, and today, we are thrilled to announce the Limited Edition The Last of Us Part II PlayStation 4 Pro bundle, which will launch alongside the game on June 19, 2020.
This special bundle features a fully customized matte finish PS4 Pro console engraved with Ellie’s tattoo design, a Limited Edition DualShock 4 Wireless Controller, a physical copy of The Last of Us Part II game, as well as a code to redeem digital content* such as The Last of Us Part II PS4 dynamic theme, avatars, and more.
This limited edition bundle will be available across the U.S. and Canada for $399.99 USD (MSRP) / $499.99 CAD (MSRP).
The Limited Edition DualShock 4 Wireless Controller also will be available as a standalone for $64.99 USD (MSRP) / $74.99 CAD (MSRP).
Presented in a Steel Black matte finish with white detailing and PlayStation shapes, this Limited Edition wireless controller features Ellie’s iconic fern tattoo engraved on the lower right hand side and The Last of Us Part II logo on the touchpad.
John Sweeney, Art Director at Naughty Dog, shared some background and inspiration behind the design:
When we first revealed The Last of Us Part II, we had no idea how quickly fans would embrace Ellie’s tattoo. Within a day, we started seeing real-life versions showing up on social media and fans have been sharing photos of their new tattoos...
Espire 1: VR Operative's Assimilation PS4 Update Goes Live Tomorrow
Additional weapons, updated AI and a reworked lighting system are among the latest free updates coming tomorrow to Espire 1: VR Operative's Assimilation for PS4 by Digital Lode. 
Check out the latest Espire 1: VR Operative's Assimilation PlayStation VR trailer video below via Tripwire Interactive, and to quote from Game Director Michael Wentworth-Bell on what's incoming:
With this update, we wanted to bring more polish to how the game controls and looks, as well as introduce a whole bunch of free new content. Now players will have even more freedom to approach stealth scenarios in delightfully satisfying ways.
New for PS VR
Espire 1 for PS VR now looks and plays better than ever before. The Assimilation update gives PS VR players a significant update to enemy AI, a complete rework to the lighting system in every level of the game, nine new Virtual Challenges and two new weapons.
This means there’s a bunch of new content to enjoy for existing players, and brand new players are getting the most robust version of the game to date!
For the VR players who want to scratch that arcade-y VR itch, there are a handful of brand new virtual challenges:
Climbing Challenges
Check out the latest Espire 1: VR Operative's Assimilation PlayStation VR trailer video below via Tripwire Interactive, and to quote from Game Director Michael Wentworth-Bell on what's incoming:
With this update, we wanted to bring more polish to how the game controls and looks, as well as introduce a whole bunch of free new content. Now players will have even more freedom to approach stealth scenarios in delightfully satisfying ways.
New for PS VR
Espire 1 for PS VR now looks and plays better than ever before. The Assimilation update gives PS VR players a significant update to enemy AI, a complete rework to the lighting system in every level of the game, nine new Virtual Challenges and two new weapons.
This means there’s a bunch of new content to enjoy for existing players, and brand new players are getting the most robust version of the game to date!
For the VR players who want to scratch that arcade-y VR itch, there are a handful of brand new virtual challenges:
Climbing Challenges
- Use the PS Move controllers to complete climbing puzzles before you get squashed by the fast-moving crushers!
- Test your accuracy in this Espire-flavored shooting gallery as you run and gun through stages that test your reflexes during tense firefights.
- Get in, avoid detection, gather the intel, and get out in the fastest time possible.
- Two brand new weapons have also been added that give you new options on how to approach each environment. Additionally, both new weapons have their own series of challenge modes.
- A 45-Round SMG. It fires two rounds at a time, once when pulling the trigger and again when letting go. This makes the weapon ideal for mid-range combat.
- A brand new shotgun with a wider spread that can be holstered as either a primary or secondary weapon. It also reloads via magazine clip, which is much more efficient than individual shells.
Saints Row: The Third Remastered Joins New PS4 Games Next Week
Giving you control of the Saints at the height of their power, this is your city and these are your rules in Saints Row: The Third Remastered joining the new PS4 video game releases next week.
It features remastered with enhanced graphics and Steelport, the original city of sin, has never looked so good.
Here's what else is heading to PlayStation next week from Sony Interactive Entertainment Content Communications Manager Justin Massongill:
New PlayStation Games for May 19, 2020
It features remastered with enhanced graphics and Steelport, the original city of sin, has never looked so good.
Here's what else is heading to PlayStation next week from Sony Interactive Entertainment Content Communications Manager Justin Massongill:
New PlayStation Games for May 19, 2020
- A Fold Apart - PS4 — Digital
- Concept Destruction - PS4 — Digital
- Dungeon of the Endless - PS4 — Digital
- Fault – Milestone One - PS4 — Digital (Out May 22)
- Fluxteria - PS4 — Digital
- Golf With Your Friends - PS4 — Digital
- Gorn - PS4 — Digital
- Gunman Clive HD Collection - PS4 — Digital (Out May 22)
- Maneater - PS4 — Digital, Retail (Out May 22)
- Mechstermination Force - PS4 — Digital (Out May 22)
- Monstrum - PS4 — Digital (Out May 22)
- Saints Row: The Third Remastered - PS4 — Digital, Retail (Out May 22)
- Superhero-X - PS4 — Digital (Out May 18)
- Trailmakers - PS4 — Digital (Out May 21)
- The Wonderful 101: Remastered - PS4 — Digital
- AEW: Double or Nothing
- Body Cam
- Snowpiercer | Season 1