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gaming1 year ago•10 min saved

Celebrate 30 Years of PlayStation with Nostalgic PS5 Updates and Deals

At EGX in London, PlayStation veterans shared stories from the brand's 30-year history, highlighting key moments and strategies that shaped its success. Initially, Sony Europe aimed to sell 3 million PS1s in three years but exceeded expectations with 10 million units sold. PlayStation's marketing targeted youth culture, giving consoles to influencers in the club scene. The PS2 faced skepticism but became the best-selling console, while PS3 struggled initially due to high costs and competition. Innovative products like EyeToy and SingStar were risky but successful, and strategic exclusivity deals, such as with Grand Theft Auto, helped counter Xbox's emergence.

via GamesIndustry.biz|

#consolewars #gaming #gaminghistory

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Sony Celebrates PlayStation Legacy with PS2's 160 Million Sales Milestone

Sony celebrates 30 years of PlayStation by launching a new website documenting the history of its gaming consoles, from the PS1 to the PS5, including handheld systems and VR headsets. The site provides details on each console's sales, standout games, and features, such as the PS2's record-breaking sales and the PS3's 3D gaming capabilities. The PS4 section highlights its classic titles and PSVR, while the PS5 section discusses Sony's PC gaming efforts and the PS Plus overhaul.

via Push Square|

#anniversary #consoles #gaminghistory

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall's Expansive Fanmade Remaster Now Free and Fully Updated"

Bethesda's colossal game from 1996, The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall, has been remastered by fans using Unity and is now available for free as Daggerfall Unity. This version, which has been in development for a decade, offers modern controls, improved visuals, and full mod support. The original Daggerfall was known for its vast world, with a size comparable to the UK and featuring 15,000 locations to explore. Players can download the remastered game by first getting the original for free on Steam and then installing the Daggerfall Unity release.

via Kotaku|

##bethesda #daggerfallunity

gaming2 years ago•16 min saved

"Definitive Ranking Ends Console Wars: Every Major Video Game Console Rated"

Hard Drive has ranked every major video game console to end the "console wars," with the PlayStation 2 coming out on top due to its perfect controller, stylish design, affordability, and an unparalleled library of games. The ranking considers factors like exclusive titles, hardware design, and cultural impact. The Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Wii also rank highly for their innovation and broad appeal, while the Xbox Series S and Nintendo Virtual Boy are at the bottom of the list for their respective shortcomings. Ultimately, the best console is subjective and based on personal enjoyment, but the PS2 stands out for its extensive and quality game offerings.

via Hard Drive|

##consoleranking #consolewars