News stories tagged with #PS5
AMD has unveiled the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2, a 16-core CPU with dual 3D V-Cache and a total of 192 MB L3 cache, available starting April 22 for $899. The processor offers a 5 to 10 percent performance boost in creative workloads and is AMD's most expensive desktop CPU outside HEDT and server platforms. Meanwhile, a performance test of Pragmata on the Switch 2 reveals significant compromises compared to the PS5 version, particularly in frame rate and visual details like lighting and shadows, despite DLSS upscaling.
Sony Raises Prices for PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and Portal by Up to €100 Starting April 2026
Sony has officially announced price increases for all PlayStation 5 console models and the PlayStation Portal Remote Player, effective April 2, 2026. Prices will rise by up to €100, with the standard PS5 at €649.99, the Digital Edition at €599.99, and the PS5 Pro at €899.99. The PlayStation Portal will increase by €30 to €249.99. Sony cites ongoing global economic pressure and rising memory component costs, particularly DRAM shortages due to high demand from AI companies like OpenAI, as key reasons. This marks the second consecutive price adjustment following a hike in August 2025 and comes despite the upcoming PS6 release, disappointing consumer hopes for discounts.
Sony announced several major updates for the PlayStation platform in March 2026. These include the release of AAA titles such as Madden NFL 26, Metal Eden, and Persona 5 Royal for PlayStation Plus starting March 17, expanded support for the enhanced PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) in games like Silent Hill f and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and a temporary PlayStation Network outage. Sony also confirmed that frame generation technology will arrive eventually, while an insider downplayed the likelihood of a dedicated PlayStation PC launcher.
Sony is facing a $2.7 billion lawsuit in the UK over alleged monopoly practices on the PlayStation Store, while simultaneously launching the Hyperpop Collection for PS5 accessories. Meanwhile, the gaming industry commemorates the 15th anniversary of Crysis 2 and reflects on key historical moments, including the Anti-Cracker Law and Dell’s acquisition of Alienware.
Resident Evil Requiem Gets Patch and DLC Plans – Crimson Desert Faces Release Controversies
Capcom has released patch 1.110 for Resident Evil Requiem, fixing technical issues and removing RE-Framework mod support, while also confirming future content including a story DLC, mini-game, and photo mode. Meanwhile, Crimson Desert, an action-adventure by Pearl Abyss, is set to launch on March 19, 2026, but faces controversy over the late addition of Denuvo DRM, limited inventory space, and large download sizes, despite positive early reviews.
Resident Evil Requiem: Record Sales, Steam Peak and New Fan Theories
Resident Evil Requiem by Capcom has sold over 6 million copies worldwide, making it the fastest-selling game in the series. Just days after release, it reached a new peak of 344,214 concurrent players on Steam and topped German sales charts. Set in Raccoon City, the game blends classic horror with modern action, following Leon S. Kennedy and Grace Ashcroft, while fan speculation has surged over Leon’s mysterious ring. Capcom has also teased a potential DLC in 2026 focusing on Leon, alongside new content to celebrate the milestone.