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Saint’s Row: The Third — Remastered

Silly, self-aware and effortlessly good fun – Saint’s Row: The Third Remastered is an enhanced port of one of the franchise’s finest entries.

Expand the Saints’ empire and take on rival crime syndicates for control of Stillwater city in this irreverent open-world sandbox. Need more mayhem? Double the destruction with a friend in online co-op.

For players who liked: Grand Theft Auto V, Just Cause 4

Genre: Action / adventure

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Best single-player PS4 and PS5 games

Essential Buyers’ Guide

Lose yourself in breathtaking single-player campaigns filled with stunning locations, thrilling set-pieces and unforgettable stories.

Out of this world adventures

From outer space to the far future, explore the breathtaking single-player sci-fi and fantasy campaigns.

Horizon Forbidden West

The critically acclaimed follow-up to Horizon Zero Dawn follows Aloy as she travels towards the Forbidden West. Embark on a story-driven, open-world adventure into a dangerous new frontier caught between factional power struggles, out of control machines and a plague of sickness sweeping the landscape. 

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Returnal

Housemarque brings its arcade expertise to this psychological sci-fi thriller where roguelike gameplay meets fast-paced bullet-hell combat. Experience space scout Selene’s personal nightmare as she battles to escape from a deadly alien planet where death only means having to dust herself off and try again.

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Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

Go dimension-hopping with Ratchet and Clank as they take on an evil emperor from another reality. Jump between action-packed worlds, and beyond at mind-blowing speeds – complete with dazzling visuals and an insane arsenal – as the intergalactic adventurers blast onto the PS5 console.

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Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order

From Titanfall 2 and Apex Legends creators Respawn comes a new chapter in the Star Wars universe. In this third-person action-adventure fugitive Padawan Cal Kestis embarks on a galaxy-spanning quest to restore the Jedi Order while honing his lightsaber skills and mastery of the Force.

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Stray

Explore a unique dystopian setting in an adventure quite unlike any other. Channel your inner feline as you take on a the role of a lost stray cat and climb, scratch and even nap your way through a vibrant single-player adventure. With help from your drone companion, explore the world, help its troubled android inhabitants and discover what became of mankind. 

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Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy

Fire up Star-Lord’s jet boots for a wild ride across the cosmos in this third-person action-adventure game, a fresh take on Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. With the unpredictable Guardians at your side, blast your way from one explosive situation to another, with original and iconic Marvel characters caught in a struggle for the fate of the universe. 

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Myth and legend

Explore strange and distant worlds in the thrall of magic, mystery and ancient tradition.

God of War Ragnarök

Fimbulwinter is well underway. Kratos and Atreus must journey to each of the Nine Realms in search of answers as Asgardian forces prepare for a prophesied battle that will end the world. Along the way they will explore stunning, mythical landscapes, and face fearsome enemies in the form of Norse gods and monsters.

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Available worldwide November 9th, 2022.

Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut

This sprawling open-world adventure transports you back to feudal Japan. As Jin Sakai, defend the island of Tsushima from a relentless Mongol invasion, even if it means adopting tactics that go against the samurai code. The Director’s Cut is the definitive version of Sucker Punch’s action epic, featuring new enhancements on PS5 and an entire new island to explore.

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Elden Ring

Embark on an incredible journey into the Lands Between in the critically celebrated open-world adventure from the developer of Dark Souls. Explore labyrinthine castles, buried tombs, sprawling swamps and more, either in solo play, or with the help of a summoned ally online. 

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Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade

The first chapter of the long-awaited reboot of one of the most beloved JRPGs ever is a ground-up remake that exceeds all expectations. A sublime visual upgrade, overhauled battle system, new characters and an expanded narrative make this return to Midgar one to remember.

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Kena: Bridge of Spirits

Play as young Spirit Guide Kena in this beautiful, story-driven action-adventure. Explore lush environments and battle corrupted Spirits with the aid of the Rot, cute companions that grant Kena new abilities and the power to manipulate the world around her.

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

The massive realm of the Northern Kingdoms is yours to explore in one of PS4’s best single-player, open-world RPGs. Become monster hunter Geralt of Rivia and track down the child of prophecy in a memorable main campaign filled with branching narrative paths, multiple endings and dozens of side-quests to uncover.

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Modern cinematic style

Overcome the odds in gritty, contemporary settings where intrigue abounds and life and death hang in the balance. 

The Last of Us Part I

Experience the emotional storytelling and unforgettable characters in The Last of Us, winner of over 200 Game of the Year awards. In a ravaged civilisation, where infected and hardened survivors run rampant, Joel, a weary protagonist, is hired to smuggle 14-year-old Ellie out of a military quarantine zone. However, what starts as a small job soon transforms into a brutal cross-country journey.

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Uncharted™: Legacy of Thieves Collection

Are you ready to seek your fortune? Play as Nathan Drake and Chloe Frazer in their own standalone adventures as they are forced to confront their pasts and forge their own legacies. Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection includes the critically acclaimed single-player stories from both Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy, remastered for the PS5 console.

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Deathloop

Take on the role of Colt as you search for a way to put an end to a timeloop trapping Blackreef while being hunted by the island’s inhabitants. Use powerful weapons and abilities to take out eight key targets across the stunning and chaotic island before the day resets. Lurking in the shadows is rival assassin Julianna whose sole mission is to take Colt out and keep the loop going.

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Lost Judgment

Lost Judgment once again puts players in the sneakers of lawyer turned street-fighting detective Takayuki Yagami. Joined by his partner, ex-yakuza Masaharu Kaito, the crime-fighting duo is called on to investigate a seemingly perfect crime whose lead suspect has an airtight alibi.  

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Resident Evil Village

Following a home invasion, Ethan Winters sets out in search of his kidnapped infant daughter. Tracking her to remote a European village, Ethan must battle all manner of inhuman creatures, from vampiric demons to cybernetic soldiers, to uncover the architect of his daughter’s abduction and save his family. 

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Hitman 3

The World of Assassination trilogy comes to a close with Agent 47 once again travelling the globe to end people’s lives in ways they’ll never see coming. The series’ trademark open-ended playgrounds give you unprecedented freedom to demonstrate your guile, dexterity and imagination.

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SONY PLAYSTATION — the history of the development of the world’s most popular console since 1994

The success story of Sony in the gaming industry began at the end of the twentieth century, in the 94th year. A well-known Japanese company for the manufacture of electronic equipment presented a new game console PlayStation, beating the well-known manufacturer of consoles Nintendo in the market.

Establishing a department for the development and development of game consoles, the company began to develop innovative technologies in the field of electronic games. Fundamentally new solutions concerned the improvement of sound and video processors. Sony’s innovative offering made it possible to create a product with a 3D image capability, a convenient platform architecture, and memory cards for 3D games. nine0003

Having broken into the first place in the gaming business, Sony began cooperation with a large number of game developers, which led to the creation of a large-scale game library from the best manufacturers.

Subsequent generations of set-top boxes have changed their appearance, become thinner, more productive and more functional. Using PlayStation consoles, you can now listen to music files, play movies and connect to the Internet. It became possible to replenish the collection of video games in the PlayStation Store. Users of the latest modifications can easily replace the complete hard drives. nine0003

Gamepads have also undergone significant changes. The first original wired controllers had a limited number of functions — vibration feedback and two sticks. Later they became wireless and were equipped with an accelerometer, gyroscope, touchpad, backlight, headphone jack. The amount of RAM has increased to 8 gigabytes.

Game consoles

Modern gaming platforms provide an opportunity to have fun even not so much for children as for adults: most of the games produced are marked «18+». Among a significant number of video games, each gamer can pick up new game projects, and remember half-forgotten, but beloved and time-tested video games. You can now choose entertainment in the PlayStation Live online game library presented by Sony. nine0003

PlayStation and PS One

Few remember, but the first PlayStation was introduced to the world back in 1994. Initially, it was conceived as a product not so much of a gaming direction as an educational one — Sony specialists developed all kinds of encyclopedic programs, thematic lectures, tests and tasks. However, this debut project was immediately recognized as the best example of a gaming console.

First released on CD games won the love of gamers with 3D graphics, as well as the ability to save and continue the video game after a break. For this, a special PlayStation Memory Card was provided. nine0003

Released in 2000, PS One already had the ability to connect to an LCD screen, had a compact size and could be combined with all PlayStation video games. The model acquired a logical main menu interface with flash memory and disk drive management, as well as excellent protection at that time. The PS One discs were original, not copyable. The location of the motherboard was changed, the connection of old microcontrollers became impossible.

The PS One memory card was up to 8 MB with 2 MB of RAM. The model package included an AC adapter, a DUAL SHOCK game pod with vibration, and a TV cable. nine0031 The compact dimensions of the PS One set-top box made it easy to transport and even connect in a car with an adapter.

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PlayStation 2 and PS 2 Slimline

A distinctive feature of the new PlayStation 2 console, released in 2009, was the ability to listen to tracks and enjoy movies, i.e. it has become a full-fledged media center, compatible with games and game pods of previous models. In terms of image quality, the set-top box could be compared with a good DVD player. The loading speed of the gameplay has increased thanks to the efficient Emotion Engine processor. nine0031
The PlayStation 2 had the ability to install in two positions — horizontal and vertical. For this, a special stand was provided, and the corresponding marking was made on the case.

The handy Dual Shock 2 game pod comes with 15 buttons and two joysticks. The vibration of the controller made it possible to feel explosions or shooting and helped to concentrate on the game.

The sixth generation PS 2 Slimline console is equipped with a USB port, which made it possible to connect cameras, camcorders, and gaming accessories to the console. By connecting several consoles via the iLink high-speed port, the gamer was able to play with several partners at the same time. A characteristic feature of the PS 2 Slimline was the equipment of the model with Dolby Digital technology, which gave high-quality stereo sound through the built-in speakers. In addition to the TV in the gameplay, you could use a computer monitor. nine0003

Externally, the PlayStation 2 and 2 Slim consoles were elegant, with a sophisticated industrial design due to their small size and compact shape. They were made in charcoal and silver.

PlayStation 3, PS 3 Slim, PS 3 Super Slim

The next generation of game consoles came in three versions. Despite the fact that the PS 3 was presented in 2005, this model is still popular among gamers due to its solid technical parameters. The owners of these consoles are still happy to play them, because today’s video games are 100% compatible with these models, despite the slight loss in graphics. nine0003

The differences between the three consoles are more about appearance, their technical parameters do not differ. Also, the original PS 3 had 4 USB ports, while Slim has only 2.

But the dimensions and thickness of the set-top boxes differed significantly. The small weight of Slim dictated to manufacturers to put in them more modern components, which made these models less energy-intensive and lowered heat transfer, which led to a decrease in background noise during their operation. nine0003

You can connect the PlayStation 3 Slim to modern TVs via an HDMI cable. If the TV is old and does not support the HDMI format, then you can use an RCA cable. If you want to run the game on a computer, you need to connect to the monitor, and the sound can be output to the speakers.

All new versions of this generation of set-top boxes have the ability to connect to the Internet via a wired port or Wi-Fi. Recognition of media files is carried out through external media, there are connectors for a flash drive or hard drive. nine0031
The Dualshock 3 gamepod remained standard, but it became possible to supplement the controller with a device that recognizes gestures — PS Move. It is especially convenient to use it in games such as wrestling, bowling or different types of shooting.

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PlayStation 4, PS 4 Slim, PS 4 Pro

Having released a more advanced version of the consoles, the manufacturers did not hide the fact that, in terms of its characteristics, the console was even closer to the functionality of a computer. Leaving the configuration itself unchanged, the developers focused on optimizing the technical parameters of the console. nine0031 The main feature, valuable for gamers, was the almost instantaneous speed of response to commands. The quick menu option works without leaving the game and takes up only part of the screen. It contains links to online finding friends, games they have opened and the ability to invite partners to chat. Also through it you can run music files, leave comments, adjust the volume.

A new option from the developer — to start the game without waiting for the full download, which is very convenient due to the «heavy» nature of the game files. And the beautiful graphics of the bundled games are complemented by the flawless operation of the game system, which does not allow freezing or stopping during the game. nine0003

PlayStation 4 Pro controllers have received a major update:

• Wide touch screen;
• Built-in speakers;
• Ability to take a screenshot of a picture;
• The share button allows you to post a photo or video of the gameplay;
• Improved ergonomics;
• Joystick backlight brightness adjustment.

The battery capacity of the controller is enough for 5 hours of non-stop gaming. The console itself can now function in multitasking mode. In the game mode, you can check the status of the download, check the presence of game partners in the network, comment on the actions of other players. nine0003

Slim series consoles have identical technical parameters with the original PS 4, and differ only in external dimensions — their dimensions and weight are significantly less.

The PS4 Pro, on the other hand, has a more powerful GPU than previous PlayStations, making it bigger and heavier than the PS 4. All three new models can run previous generations of video games on them.

PlayStation comparison

Handheld devices

The widespread use and popularity of smartphones, with their rich game libraries, seemed to bring handheld gaming devices to the brink of extinction. However, this did not happen.

What makes pocket consoles so successful?

1. Designed for gaming, these consoles are much more comfortable than smartphones.
2. The presence of a touchscreen device on set-top boxes allows you to control the game much more efficiently than on your phone.
3. Absolutely compatible with all video games. nine0082
4. More game features.
5. The ability to save the game and continue it on a stationary console.
6. The presence of a portable model will allow you to have fun on the road and on a business trip.

The long history of portable gaming gadgets proves that their demand is still at the peak of interest of fans of computer video games, and their functional workload will grow and improve.

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PocketStation

The first PS peripheral released only in Japan was this small device with a black and white screen and an infrared port. Conceived as a memory card, PocketStation connected to the PS console and was equipped with a calendar, clock, and the ability to play sound effects.

Despite its small size and weight (about 30 g), the device had good technical parameters at that time:

• 32-bit processor;
• LCD display;
• Bidirectional port;
• 8-bit audio;
• Li-ion battery.

Like the long-forgotten Tamagotchi, the PocketStation was paired with a PlayStation console. Through the infrared port, it was possible to transfer information, games, data on the gameplay, it was also possible to join the game to several players. Games for this model were recorded on a special disc. nine0031 The popularity of this device in Japan was so high that the manufacturer produced the model for about 15 years and sold about 5 million pieces.

PlayStation Portable (PSP-1000)

In 2003, Sony was able to create a device that was appreciated by fans of handheld devices around the world. A small model weighing about 300 g had a capacious 1800 mA battery, which distinguished it from similar devices.

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PSP-1000 had 32 MB of memory, a 110 mm screen, built-in stereo speakers and the ability to connect to Wi-Fi. The appearance of the console looked attractive, with unusually rounded edges. The device was used not only for games — it was possible to watch movies, a screen with a good resolution played video files and photographs stored on a memory card. The stereo speakers were a bit weak, but using headphones, you could get great sound. A distinctive feature of the PSP-1000 was the high-quality uninterrupted operation of the gaming processor, the graphics that were amazing at that time, and the bright and deep colors of game scenes. nine0003

Periodic software updates launched by the manufacturer have constantly expanded the capabilities of the built-in functionality. The duration of the continuous game for several hours was provided by the battery, and the design of the complete adapter made it possible to continue the game while recharging the device.

PSP-2000

The next PlayStation Portable is much lighter, thinner and easier to carry. The display dimensions remained the same as in the first version, the brightness and contrast of the screen were still high. The most distinctive moment was the presence of a video port in the PSP-2000. In place of the old infrared port, a Wi-Fi module began to be located. nine0003

The developers have increased the pocket console’s RAM and optimized its ergonomics. With the help of new features, the device offered the demonstration of films and the connection for the game to the TV.

Increased to 64 MB OP had the ability to save a video game copied from the disk, helped to quickly launch the game and load it. Another innovation that distinguished this model from similar ones was the ability to recharge from a stationary PlayStation console. Manufacturer-optimized power consumption increased the duration of the game on battery power. nine0003

The PSP-2000 portable model was available in three colors: black, silver and white. For parents, a controlling function was provided with the ability to block video games. The console comes with an adapter and a battery. Headphones were purchased separately.

PSP-3000

Sony PSP-3000’s display has been improved. 5 brightness adjustments made it possible to choose the most convenient degree of brightness depending on the ambient light. Smooth colorful gradations made the game graphics more authentic and voluminous. The weight and dimensions of the model remained the same, but the design of the buttons has changed – they have become convex and more comfortable. nine0003

Battery capacity has become smaller — 1200 mAh, but the manufacturer has reduced power consumption. The duration of continuous work during the game is up to 6 hours, watching movies was available for about 3 hours. The battery was charged for 2 hours.
Skype installed on the console only supports voice chat, for this the manufacturers provided a microphone. For video communication, you can use an additional webcam.

The RAM remains at the same level — 64 MB, but the case has a memory card slot, USB connectors and a TV slot. The user can enjoy the quality of music, view photos and videos using the built-in editor to improve the image. nine0003

Some gamers point out the design disadvantages of the model: no Bluetooth, loud sound when pressing the buttons, not very convenient joystick. However, the advantages and manufacturability of the PlayStation Portable 3008 clearly prevail, according to most users.

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PSP-N1000 (PSP Go)

The first slider in Sony’s line of handheld consoles. Compact, with an incredible industrial design and perfect build quality, this model immediately won the hearts of PSP fans. Despite the small weight (160 g), the model is quite confidently placed in the hand, it is also comfortable to hold it during the game. nine0003

The slider system installed in the device gave more freedom for the joystick, and the screen that became separate, despite being slightly smaller, has a clearer image. The quality of the matrix is ​​recognized as the best among analogues of portable gaming consoles. The brightness of the backlight is adjustable in three modes.
The main menu of the device has not changed. The presence of Bluetooth gamers perceived with enthusiasm — thanks to it, you can connect a smartphone to the console with access to the network for online games. nine0003

Built-in Skype, browser, virtual keyboard and music player look the same as in the previous version. An additional function of the device was online radio with a large number of channels. Video games are downloaded directly to your device via Wi-Fi from the PS Store.
In general, PSP Go differs from all handheld game devices by the greatest degree of convenience of management and graphics of games.

PSP-E1000 (PSP Street)

By releasing the pocket version of the PSP Street, the manufacturer tried to create a device with the best parameters and affordability. The body of the console has become matte, which undoubtedly pleased users, because. fingerprints are no longer visible, and scratch resistance has increased. nine0003

Dimensions and weight of the model have become larger, ergonomic indicators have become higher. The battery of the PlayStation Portable Street is non-removable, the game mode is supported for several hours without recharging. The console still allows you to view video files and listen to tracks.

The model is presented as a product with reduced power consumption, despite the fact that the technical parameters are not inferior to previous generations.

Since the PSP Street was positioned as a budget device, gamers were afraid that manufacturers would save on ease of use or supply a weak battery. However, Sony decided to remove the additional options ignored by many, leaving the gaming ones in full. nine0003

Affordability was achieved due to the lack of such functions:

1. Wi-Fi module.
2. Display brightness adjustment.
3. Microphone.
4. Connectable to TV.
5. Stereo sound.

PlayStation Vita

With the new PS Vita portable, Sony has focused all its efforts on the technical equipment of the device, providing it with two joysticks, more buttons, a touchpad, a compass, two cameras, all kinds of sensors — such gaming tools have not yet been was in any model. All these elements have significantly increased the ease of control of the game. nine0003

Equipped with many multimedia features, the handheld device is closer in functionality to stationary PlayStation consoles. Increased to 2210 mAh battery capacity allows you to play up to 6 hours.

Functionally, the device retained the main features of portable set-top boxes of previous generations:

• Built-in browser with multi-touch control;
• Options to find friends and partners nearby;
• Fixed console synchronization; nine0082
• Media content support;
• Access to social networks and skype.

The interface of the portable PS Vita has come close to smartphones. The menu is thought out logically and simply. The screen of the model has become larger, the graphics are distinguished by impressive color saturation, and when accessing the Internet, it works in full screen mode. There is a version with a built-in Wi-Fi receiver, 3G and Bluetooth.

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In general, gamers have appreciated the PS Vita as a powerful portable gadget, equipped with gaming tools to the maximum.

Other PlayStation

By joining the gaming business community, Sony has significantly increased its assets, as gaming devices and accessories have become a financially profitable segment of the company’s activities. The high-tech and high-quality products of the PlayStation were appreciated by gamers all over the world, and the sales of consoles brought the manufacturer multimillion-dollar profits. nine0003

Without stopping at the production of consoles, the specialists have developed a whole range of products integrated with the main gaming devices. To develop the direction of electronic games, the company created a large department to develop its own game projects for stationary and portable devices.

PSX

After analyzing the interest of users in video games, Sony developers have released a game media center with universal functionality. The device entered the market in 2003 and was sold exclusively in Japan. nine0003

Designed as a digital video recorder, it has been fully integrated with the PS2. There were no game pods in the tape recorder kit, although ports were provided for them. This video center was the first to introduce a graphical gaming interface, which other users later got acquainted with on their TVs, working with PlayStation consoles.

In addition to the standard video player features, the device was compatible with all Sony game console software, controllers, PlayStation memory cards and electronic games. nine0031 Communication with a stationary console or a portable set-top box for transferring media files was carried out through USB ports, the device was controlled using the remote control.

Xperia Play

Having decided to combine a gaming platform with a phone, the Sony manufacturer presented a PSP smartphone. Despite the fact that outwardly the gadget almost does not differ from the recognizable Xperia phone, its weight and thickness immediately give it an unusual device.

By sliding the slider mechanism, the user got access to a full-fledged game pod. The unparalleled Xperia Play smartphone was produced complete with a battery device, a headset and a USB cable. nine0003

The smartphone’s 4-inch touch screen had good resolution and enough memory for most games. Compatibility of the device with all games of the Android market brought special pleasure to gamers. During the release of Xperia Play, users could play more than 60 console games adapted to mobile devices. The graphics and colors of the games on the display of this model were at the proper level and impressed with their colorfulness and quality. Playing time without stopping was about 4 hours without recharging. nine0003

Xperia Play, in the absence of competitors, successfully coped with the functions of a phone and a gaming portable console.

PlayStation TV

Sleek and stylish Sony TV game console designed to connect to your home network. Light weight and compact dimensions allow you to take the device to friends or on a business trip. In addition to the main purpose, the set-top box perfectly copes with the function of a video player. All games developed for PS run on this device without any problems. nine0003

Having a Wi-Fi module, the device also has a connector for wired Internet, it is connected to the TV via an HDMI port, it is possible to connect a headset.

You can play with PS TV by running games on the console itself, or via Wi-Fi broadcast the game from a stationary console to a second TV. In the device menu, you can also find links to the browser, mail or social networks.
For many gamers who have an old TV at their disposal, the set-top box has become a lifesaver — it supports the main game formats. Despite the average technical performance and low memory, the console copes with its gaming functions and has a quite budget price. nine0003

PlayStation VR

The dream of playing in virtual reality has been haunting the minds of gamers for a long time – after all, the effect of being in a game environment helps to completely immerse yourself in the plot situation and feel full excitement and real emotions.

Meeting the aspirations of gamers, Sony has released a virtual helmet that is seriously different from competitive designs. Its design allows you to conveniently and securely fix it on your head, and the dimensions can be adjusted. nine0031 The helmet is equipped with a cable with a control box to control the volume, turn on the microphone or headset. Inside is a display that gives a 3D image and sound. The picture on the display is transmitted using a projection to create a smoother image of the gameplay.

The helmet’s built-in sensors detect head movements that convey the gamer’s reaction. The convenience of this model lies in the fact that the game does not require a special room, you can sit on the couch or at the table. nine0003

The emotional sensations of the players during the dramatic moments of the game are achieved by increasing the frame rate, while the game picture does not go astray.
With the release of PlayStation VR, the manufacturers gave their fans incredible emotions when playing new, as well as familiar and familiar games.

The Future of Game Consoles

Given the increasing complexity of computer games, graphics and color requirements, Sony developers are seriously thinking about the new version of their consoles. nine0031 Gamers are looking forward to 2019, when, according to insider information, the company will introduce its new PlayStation 5, which is currently being tested. It is not known what the device will look like and what exclusive characteristics it will have. Only one thing is clear — modern game consoles will be at the peak of sales for a long time, because interest in video games does not dry out at all.

History of Sony Playstation — Real time

Technologies

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On November 19, sales of Sony’s next-generation game console, the Playstation 5, began in Russia. In practice, there is still a shortage of consoles, and in the near future, they seem to get only the most nimble and impatient. While the new consoles have not become widely available, Realnoe Vremya recalls previous models and their key features.

Playstation

The original, the first Playstation was released by Sony 26 years ago, on December 1994 years old. It belongs to the fifth generation of game consoles — the competitors were the Sega Saturn and the Nintendo 64, which appeared two years later. A feature of this generation is the transition to three-dimensional graphics — before that, the games were «flat». Another feature is that fifth-generation console games (with the exception of Nintendo 64) began to be released on discs, not on cartridges.

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Playstation is believed to have been able to win the race with competitors, including due to the relatively low cost of the console and, more importantly, thanks to cooperation with third-party game developers — Nintendo and Sega focused on their own production of video games. In total, the first Playstation was sold in the amount of 102 million units — Sega Saturn was sold in the amount of only 9.5 million, and Nintendo 64 — in the amount of 33 million. Playstation production was stopped only in 2006, when Sony decided to release not even Playstation 2, but Playstation 3. Speaking of technical specifications — the first console from Sony had a processor with a frequency of about 34 MHz, 2 megabytes of RAM, 1 megabyte of video memory and a two-speed CD-ROM.

Playstation 2

The new version of the game console was released six years after the release of the first (such a frequency, 6-7 years, is still preserved). Sales began in March 2000, production ended only in January 2013. During this time, 155 million consoles were sold — this is a record figure among all game consoles in general. The Playstation 2’s main competitor was the Microsoft Xbox, released a year later, but they only sold 24 million units. nine0003

The main advantage of the Xbox, which was not originally in the set-top box from Sony, was the support for online games. Nevertheless, a couple of years later, support for online games was added to the Playstation 2. The prefix, unlike the previous model, now supports not only CDs, but also DVDs — video playback support has also appeared. Another important feature is that Playstation 2 supported games from the first version, which made it possible to keep users of the original PS.

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PS2 specifications have improved a lot as expected. The processor here now worked at a frequency of 295 MHz, RAM was 32 megabytes, video memory — 4 megabytes. Unlike the Xbox, the Playstation 2 still did not have a hard drive, which in principle was a significant drawback — but, as we see, it did not affect the sales of the console.

Playstation 3

Sony’s next console came out in November 2006. Production was completed relatively recently, in May 2017. About 90 million copies of the console have been sold. The main competitors were the Xbox 360 and the Nintendo Wii. At the same time, the first of them sold about the same as the PS3, and the Nintendo Wii turned out to be even more popular — it was sold in the amount of approximately 102 million units. The success of the latter is based on special controllers that react to the player’s movements

The Playstation 3 already has a hard drive — initially there were versions for 20 and 60 gigabytes, then versions for 40 and 80 gigabytes were added. In 2009, a Slim version was added — thinner and smaller, but with a large hard drive — 120 gigabytes. Finally, in 2012, the PS3 Super Slim came out — even smaller and lighter, with a 250 or 500 gigabyte hard drive, or a 12 gigabyte SSD. Set-top boxes have a Blu-ray drive and Bluetooth, as well as Wi-Fi.