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Mega Man 11 Joins New PlayStation 4 Game Releases Next Week
As previously confirmed by Capcom and following their Mega Man X Legacy Collection release, Mega Man 11 will be heading to both PlayStation 4 and PS4 Digital as part of next week's PlayStation Store update! 
This latest entry in this iconic series blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh look. The stunning new visual style combines hand-drawn environments with detailed, 3D character models as well.
Here's a summary of what else is coming to PSN next week from Sony Social Media Manager Justin Massongill:
New PlayStation Games for 10/2/2018
PlayStation Music
This latest entry in this iconic series blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh look. The stunning new visual style combines hand-drawn environments with detailed, 3D character models as well.
Here's a summary of what else is coming to PSN next week from Sony Social Media Manager Justin Massongill:
New PlayStation Games for 10/2/2018
- Assassin’s Creed Odyssey - PS4 — Digital, Retail (Out 10/5)
- Astro Bot Rescue Mission - PS VR — Digital, Retail
- Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise - PS4 — Digital, Retail
- Freaky Awesome - PS4 — Digital (Out 10/4)
- Mega Man 11 - PS4 — Digital, Retail
- The Midnight Sanctuary - PS4 — Digital (Out 10/4)
- Party Crashers - PS4 — Digital (Out 10/4)
- Pato Box - PS Vita — Digital
- Racket Fury: Table Tennis VR - PS VR — Digital
- Valthirian Arc: Hero School Story - PS4 — Digital, Retail
- WWE 2K19 Digital Deluxe - PS4 — Digital, Retail (Out 10/5)
PlayStation Music
- Venom Exclusive Playlist
- Cypress Hill Hip-Hop and Play Takeover
- Logic – YSIV
- Ant-Man and the Wasp
- Unfriended: Dark Web
- The Simpsons - Premieres Sunday, September 30 at 8PM on FOX
- Bob's Burgers - Premieres Sunday, September 30 at 8:30PM on FOX
- Family Guy - Premieres Sunday, September 30 at 9PM on FOX
Extended Fortnite Cross-Play Beta Finally Launches on PS4!
From the 'better late than never' department, since their previous stance on cross-play it appears Sony is finally adding cross-platform features to the Fortnight Beta on PlayStation 4! 
This was confirmed by Sony Interactive Entertainment President and Global CEO John Kodera who made the announcement for select third party content.
Here's what he had to say on bringing some cross-play features to the PS4, to quote: Following a comprehensive evaluation process, SIE has identified a path toward supporting cross-platform features for select third party content.
We recognize that PS4 players have been eagerly awaiting an update, and we appreciate the community’s continued patience as we have navigated through this issue to find a solution.
The first step will be an open beta beginning today for Fortnite that will allow for cross platform gameplay, progression and commerce across PlayStation 4, Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, and Mac operating systems. We see the beta as an opportunity to conduct thorough testing that ensures cross-platform play is best on PlayStation, while being mindful about the user experience from both a technical and social perspective.
For 24 years, we have strived to deliver the best gaming experience to our fans by providing a uniquely PlayStation perspective. Today, the communities around some games have evolved to the point where cross-platform experiences add significant value to players.
In recognition of this, we have completed a thorough analysis of the business mechanics required to ensure that the PlayStation experience for our users remains intact today, and in the future, as we look to open up the platform.
This represents a major policy change for SIE, and we are now in the planning process across the organization to support this change. We will update the community once we have more details to share, including more specifics regarding the beta timeframe, and what this means for other titles going forward.
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This was confirmed by Sony Interactive Entertainment President and Global CEO John Kodera who made the announcement for select third party content.
Here's what he had to say on bringing some cross-play features to the PS4, to quote: Following a comprehensive evaluation process, SIE has identified a path toward supporting cross-platform features for select third party content.
We recognize that PS4 players have been eagerly awaiting an update, and we appreciate the community’s continued patience as we have navigated through this issue to find a solution.
The first step will be an open beta beginning today for Fortnite that will allow for cross platform gameplay, progression and commerce across PlayStation 4, Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, and Mac operating systems. We see the beta as an opportunity to conduct thorough testing that ensures cross-platform play is best on PlayStation, while being mindful about the user experience from both a technical and social perspective.
For 24 years, we have strived to deliver the best gaming experience to our fans by providing a uniquely PlayStation perspective. Today, the communities around some games have evolved to the point where cross-platform experiences add significant value to players.
In recognition of this, we have completed a thorough analysis of the business mechanics required to ensure that the PlayStation experience for our users remains intact today, and in the future, as we look to open up the platform.
This represents a major policy change for SIE, and we are now in the planning process across the organization to support this change. We will update the community once we have more details to share, including more specifics regarding the beta timeframe, and what this means for other titles going forward.
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Sony Unveils the PlayStation Plus Free Games for October 2018
It's almost October, and today Sony unveiled which free video games are coming for PlayStation Plus members next month... including Friday the 13th: The Game and Laser League headlining October's PS Plus lineup! 
Check out the PlayStation Plus full list below alongside a PS Plus free PS4 games lineup October 2018 trailer video courtesy of James Hallahan, to quote:
First up, we have Friday the 13th: The Game. Players can take on the role of a teen counselor or Jason Voorhees. As a teen counselor, you and up to six other unlucky souls will do everything possible to escape and survive while a masked killer tracks you down.
Survival is entirely up to the player as you either hide from Jason or work together to either escape or bring the fight to Jason. How will you play?
Next up, we have Laser League. This all new multiplayer experience is easy to pick up and incredibly fun to play. What starts out as a simple test of your reflexes becomes a strategic competition with deep team tactics. Developer Roll7 (OlliOlli series and NOT A HERO) brings their approach to a near-future competition.
This month's PlayStation Plus lineup also includes:
In Here They Lie for PlayStation VR*, explore a nightmarish city inhabited by strange, malevolent creatures in this first-person horror game, where unsettling encounters and environments come to life. Here they Lie is available for PS Plus members until October 2.
In the PlayLink game...
Check out the PlayStation Plus full list below alongside a PS Plus free PS4 games lineup October 2018 trailer video courtesy of James Hallahan, to quote:
First up, we have Friday the 13th: The Game. Players can take on the role of a teen counselor or Jason Voorhees. As a teen counselor, you and up to six other unlucky souls will do everything possible to escape and survive while a masked killer tracks you down.
Survival is entirely up to the player as you either hide from Jason or work together to either escape or bring the fight to Jason. How will you play?
Next up, we have Laser League. This all new multiplayer experience is easy to pick up and incredibly fun to play. What starts out as a simple test of your reflexes becomes a strategic competition with deep team tactics. Developer Roll7 (OlliOlli series and NOT A HERO) brings their approach to a near-future competition.
This month's PlayStation Plus lineup also includes:
- Master Reboot, PS3
- The Bridge, PS3 (Cross Buy with PS4 and PS Vita)
- Rocketbirds 2: Evolution, PS Vita (Cross Buy with PS4)
- 2064 Read Only Memories, PS Vita (Cross Buy with PS4)
In Here They Lie for PlayStation VR*, explore a nightmarish city inhabited by strange, malevolent creatures in this first-person horror game, where unsettling encounters and environments come to life. Here they Lie is available for PS Plus members until October 2.
In the PlayLink game...
PlayStation Gold Wireless Headset White Version Coming Next Month
Today Sony announced that their ultra-comfy PlayStation Gold Wireless Headset will be available in a new white version beginning next month.
Hopefully it won't require a Bass Fix, and here are the details straight from Platforms Product Marketing Manager Steve Schwartz to quote:
We are thrilled to announce that a new white version of the Gold Wireless Headset will be joining the lineup this October in North America, just in time for the holidays. With the same enhanced comfort and performance of the new Gold Wireless Headset, gamers can stand out a bit more with this new crisp white color.
As always, it’s the connection to games that makes our headsets great, and we are happy to announce more titles with audio mode* support through the headset companion app** for both Gold and Platinum headsets.
These audio modes, tuned by the developers themselves, let you experience the game as the developers intended. Dive into densely populated jungles, markets, and bustling city hubs, with Shadow of the Tomb Raider, or relive the iconic sounds of the dragon realms with Spyro Reignited Trilogy.
3D Audio***, our enhanced deep immersion audio function for the Platinum Wireless Headset, gets new supported titles as well. We look forward to an incredible new RPG experience from EA's Anthem, and the brutal test of survival in Days Gone.
Are you excited for the new white version of Gold Headset? Let us know in the comments.
*Audio mode is available only with PS4 system.
**Sony Entertainment Network account and Internet service required.
***3D audio is available only with Platinum Wireless Headset on PS4 with select titles.
Hopefully it won't require a Bass Fix, and here are the details straight from Platforms Product Marketing Manager Steve Schwartz to quote:
We are thrilled to announce that a new white version of the Gold Wireless Headset will be joining the lineup this October in North America, just in time for the holidays. With the same enhanced comfort and performance of the new Gold Wireless Headset, gamers can stand out a bit more with this new crisp white color.
As always, it’s the connection to games that makes our headsets great, and we are happy to announce more titles with audio mode* support through the headset companion app** for both Gold and Platinum headsets.
These audio modes, tuned by the developers themselves, let you experience the game as the developers intended. Dive into densely populated jungles, markets, and bustling city hubs, with Shadow of the Tomb Raider, or relive the iconic sounds of the dragon realms with Spyro Reignited Trilogy.
3D Audio***, our enhanced deep immersion audio function for the Platinum Wireless Headset, gets new supported titles as well. We look forward to an incredible new RPG experience from EA's Anthem, and the brutal test of survival in Days Gone.
Are you excited for the new white version of Gold Headset? Let us know in the comments.
*Audio mode is available only with PS4 system.
**Sony Entertainment Network account and Internet service required.
***3D audio is available only with Platinum Wireless Headset on PS4 with select titles.
Rockstar Introduces the Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Pro Bundle
That's right, the highly anticipated sequel Red Dead Redemption 2 from Rockstar launches with a PS4 Pro bundle on October 26th!
According to GearNuke.com the upcoming Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Pro bundle will feature Sony's new CUH-72XX series hardware, and the revision now includes PlayStation logo stickers as can be seen below.
This bundle includes a 1TB Jet Black PS4 Pro system, a DualShock 4 wireless controller and Red Dead Redemption 2 on Blu-ray disc. This bundle will be available across the U.S. and Canada for $399.99 (MSRP) / $499.99 CAD (MSRP) with pre-orders starting today.
Here's more details from Sony PlayStation Marketing VP Mary Yee, to quote: On PS4 Pro, 4K HDR TV owners will benefit from enhanced graphics and optimized performance for a stunningly sharp and detailed look (when compared to a PS4 system), as you live, ride and fight to survive as an outlaw in a notorious gang.
HD TV owners will benefit from increased image clarity through the PS4 Pro's Supersampling Mode (you can turn on Supersampling Mode in the PS4 Pro system settings menu).
Meanwhile, if your TV supports high-dynamic range (HDR), you'll experience the picturesque scenery of Red Dead Redemption 2 with an even more vibrant and dynamic range of colors (HDR features also available on PS4 system).
If you have yet to experience everything the most advanced PlayStation system has to offer, Red Dead Redemption 2's epic tale of life in America at the dawn of the modern age provides a great opportunity to get a PS4 Pro.
Be sure to check out the Red Dead Redemption 2 PlayStation 4 Pro Bundle, launching next month!
According to GearNuke.com the upcoming Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Pro bundle will feature Sony's new CUH-72XX series hardware, and the revision now includes PlayStation logo stickers as can be seen below.
This bundle includes a 1TB Jet Black PS4 Pro system, a DualShock 4 wireless controller and Red Dead Redemption 2 on Blu-ray disc. This bundle will be available across the U.S. and Canada for $399.99 (MSRP) / $499.99 CAD (MSRP) with pre-orders starting today.
Here's more details from Sony PlayStation Marketing VP Mary Yee, to quote: On PS4 Pro, 4K HDR TV owners will benefit from enhanced graphics and optimized performance for a stunningly sharp and detailed look (when compared to a PS4 system), as you live, ride and fight to survive as an outlaw in a notorious gang.
HD TV owners will benefit from increased image clarity through the PS4 Pro's Supersampling Mode (you can turn on Supersampling Mode in the PS4 Pro system settings menu).
Meanwhile, if your TV supports high-dynamic range (HDR), you'll experience the picturesque scenery of Red Dead Redemption 2 with an even more vibrant and dynamic range of colors (HDR features also available on PS4 system).
If you have yet to experience everything the most advanced PlayStation system has to offer, Red Dead Redemption 2's epic tale of life in America at the dawn of the modern age provides a great opportunity to get a PS4 Pro.
Be sure to check out the Red Dead Redemption 2 PlayStation 4 Pro Bundle, launching next month!