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Sony Interactive Entertainment and Team ASOBI will release a free "Winter Wonder" update for ASTRO BOT on December 12, introducing a new level with special bots and festive elements. The update, available for PlayStation 5, requires players to have completed the game to access it. Designed for both children and adults, the update promises a fun experience without challenging difficulty.
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus Essential games for December 2024, which include 'It Takes Two,' 'Aliens: Dark Descent,' and 'Temtem' for PS4 and PS5. These games will be available from December 3 to January 6. Additionally, the Classics Catalog for PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers will see the addition of PS2 games 'Sly 2: Band of Thieves,' 'Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves,' and 'Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy' starting December 10. A trial for 'Warhammer 40K Space Marine 2' will also be available for Premium members.
Shuhei Yoshida, a key figure at Sony Interactive Entertainment, will retire on January 15, 2024, after 31 years with the company. Yoshida, who joined PlayStation in 1993, played a significant role in its development, notably as president of Worldwide Studios from 2008 to 2019. He later led PlayStation's indie studio relations. Reflecting on his career, Yoshida highlighted the early challenges of establishing PlayStation and his fondness for indie games, particularly the success of 'Journey' in 2013.
Sony Interactive Entertainment and Team ASOBI have announced the editions and pre-order bonuses for the upcoming platformer ASTRO BOT, set to release on PS5 on September 6. Pre-orders open on June 7, with bonuses including early unlocks for special outfits, paint colors, and avatars. The game will be available in Physical Standard, Digital Standard, and Digital Deluxe editions, each offering various exclusive content and bonuses.
Jim Ryan, CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, is leaving the company after a 30-year tenure, expressing pride in the success of the PlayStation 5 and the strong leadership team he's leaving behind. He believes the PS5 is on track to become the most successful console ever, citing the quality and quantity of games from PS Studios as a key factor. Hiroki Totoki will temporarily take over as CEO until a permanent replacement is found.
Deviation Games, a studio that had partnered with Sony Interactive Entertainment to develop a new original IP, has reportedly shut down, leading to employees seeking new opportunities. The closure comes after earlier layoffs and the departure of co-founder Jason Blundell. Former employees expressed sadness at the studio's closure and are now looking for new roles in the industry.
Sony Interactive Entertainment is laying off around 900 staff, approximately 8 percent of its PlayStation division, affecting studios like Insomniac, Naughty Dog, and Guerrilla. The company is also shutting down its London Studio and canceling some projects. The layoffs are part of a strategic shift to focus on long-term sustainability and delivering diverse gaming experiences, including live-service games. This adds to the wave of job losses in the gaming industry, with more than 7,000 layoffs so far this year.
Sony Interactive Entertainment has unveiled the February 2024 PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue and Classics titles, with offerings including Need for Speed Unbound, The Outer Worlds, Tales of Arise, and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. These downloadable titles are available for Extra and Premium tier members, while Premium also offers a selection of PS1, PS2, and PSP games. The Classics Catalogue additions for February include Resistance: Retribution, Jet Rider 2, Tales of Symphonia, and Tales of Vesperia, with all games becoming available on February 20.
Sony's cooperative action game Helldivers 2 has made a strong debut on Steam, ranking as the 15th most-played game with over 53,000 concurrent players and the second top-selling game by revenue. Priced at $39.99, the game's success on PC is notable given Sony's preference for releasing games on console first. While Sony has not disclosed player numbers on the PS5, its approach to simultaneous PC and console releases contrasts with Microsoft's strategy of launching games on Xbox and Windows PC simultaneously.
Sony Interactive Entertainment will host a State of Play event dedicated to Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on February 6, where Square Enix will reveal new gameplay details and exciting news for the upcoming PlayStation 5 release of the game on February 29.
Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition will launch for PC on March 21 for $59.99, with pre-orders now available. The Complete Edition includes bonus content and the "Burning Shores" downloadable content. Players can expect enhanced PC features such as ultrawide resolutions, NVIDIA and AMD support, customizable graphic settings, and full DualSense controller support.
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced the December lineup for PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue and Classics titles. The Game Catalogue titles, including Grand Theft Auto 5 and Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin, are available only for Extra and Premium tier members. The Classics Catalogue additions consist of Mega Man Legacy Collection, Thrillville, and Buzz Lightyear of Star Command. Sony increased PlayStation Plus subscription prices in September, citing the need to adjust to market conditions.
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that God of War Ragnarök has sold over 15 million units worldwide across the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, surpassing its previous sales figures of 11 million units in February 2023 and 5.1 million units in its launch week in November 2022. The game's free Valhalla DLC is set to release on December 12.
The trailer for the game "Rise of the Ronin" has been released, revealing a release date of March 22. The game is developed by Team Ninja and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment and Koei Tecmo Games.
Sony Interactive Entertainment celebrated outgoing president and CEO Jim Ryan at a party, where he was presented with a one-of-a-kind PS5 styled after the original PlayStation. Ryan, who announced his retirement in September 2024, cited difficulties balancing his home life in Europe and work responsibilities in North America. He has overseen the PlayStation business since 2019 and is known for his sometimes controversial statements.