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[Noodles]

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Spoiler: Info

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In preparation for tomorrow's announcement, Sony Playstation have released a video which looks back at the evolution of Playstation games and how they pushed the boundaries of play with their innovative titles.

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You can watch a global livestream broadcast of the PlayStation Meeting this Wednesday (February 20th, 2013) starting at 6:00pm EST, 3:00pm PST and 11:00pm GMT at these links...

US: https://us.playstation.com/meeting2013/
UK: http://uk.playstation.com/meeting2013/

UPDATE:

A press release reveals the machine will include an 8-core 64-bit x86 "Jaguar" CPU developed by AMD and a Radeon GPU with the capability of terrorizing televisions with 1.84 TFLOPS of gaming goodness.

PlayStation 4 includes a Blu-ray drive that spins game discs a brisk 6X and 8X for DVDs. Additional specs in the release note the, already revealed, 8GB of unified GDDR5 RAM along with 802.11n WiFi capability, USB 3.0 ports, Bluetooth 2.1 and ports for optical audio, HDMI and even legacy analog AV hook-ups. Though the console will have internal storage, Sony did not detail its size.

Sony's plan is to launch its new PlayStation 4 console this holiday season. No specific date or price was revealed during the reveal event.

The PS4's main features include:

• - New DualShock 4 controller with built in touchpad
• - Dramatically improved graphics and processing power
• - Based on same X86 chips used in desktop computer to help game developers
• - 3D camera that can track the controller, and the player
• - Games can also be played on Sony's Vita handheld console

The future of PlayStation is all about great games and entertainment, and at PlayStation Meeting 2013, we brought some of the brightest and most creative minds from the development community on stage to unveil the games that will define PS4. A partial initial lineup for PlayStation 4 includes first-party games from Guerilla Games (Killzone: Shadow Fall), Sucker Punch (inFamous Second Son), Evolution Studios (Driveclub), and Japan Studio (Knack), as well as titles from our partners such as Activision/Bungie (Destiny), Blizzard Entertainment (Diablo III), Capcom (Deep Down), and Ubisoft (Watch_Dogs). PlayStation also reinforced its commitment to self-publishing and the independent development community by having Jonathan Blow onstage who gave a sneak peek of his upcoming title The Witness. Finally, the incredible minds at Media Molecule and Quantic Dream gave glimpses of their conceptualization process and the future of gameplay with some remarkable footage. We only scratched the surface at the event, and will have many more exciting titles to come.

Our next generation console will change the way you interact with friends while you play. PlayStation 4 lets you instantly share images and videos of your favorite gameplay moments on Facebook with a single press on the DUALSHOCK 4 controller’s “share” button. You can also broadcast while you play in real-time through Ustream, allowing friends to comment or jump into your game in new ways.

With PlayStation 4 we also want you to access your games quicker than ever before. PS4’s “suspend mode” eliminates the load time on your saved game and allows you to immediately return to where you left off by pressing the power button. PlayStation 4’s background downloading and updating capability also allows you to immediately play digital titles as they download, or update the system when the hardware is powered off.

DUALSHOCK 4 adopts the familiar form factor of the DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller with some key enhancements:

• - Motion control is enabled by a new highly sensitive six-axis sensor
• - Dual analog sticks fine-tuned for better precision plus improved surface materials and shape for more delicate manipulation
• - L2/R2 buttons on the top of the controller employ a curved design for easier, smoother interaction
• - A new “Options” button combines the functions of the DUALSHOCK 3’s “Select” and “Start” buttons for operating in-game menus

You can see more images of the new DUALSHOCK 4 controller here.

 

[zebra12]

Man I don't get it. These electronic devices are produced somewhere in Asia. So they need to be shipped to US, UK and all around the world and differences in shipping costs should be 20 $ at the maximum. So what I'm trying to say shipping to some countries shouldn't affect the retail price.

But still the price difference between USD in EUR is Zero. Am I missing something or since when is $ = €?

 

[Outlaw1986]

There probably getting charged VAT and other import taxes but yeah I agree it should be the same price for u guys.

 

[Xavier]

DLNA was also not on the PS3 from the get go, that was added later via firmware update. I don't use my PS3 to stream music so it doesn't really affect me.

See that I dont recall because I got the system a few months later Im guessing after they changed it.


I personally have grown to love being able to stream on different devices . I just finally got another laptop in may/june this year mainly due to me having to have for work but before that I did not have a computer for almost 2 years I believe. I have a tablet and my systems and thats all I really needed.

Since im not getting a system now until prob next year it wont bother me as much But I do hope they add it.

 

[Horhay]

I used it for a full 3 days, to me the PS is a gaming machine first. The rest are just "add ons". I can see why people have been complaining about the lack of DLNA, but the CD aspect brings the question, who still uses CDs? Lol

 

[Sixteenvolt420]

I used it for a full 3 days, to me the PS is a gaming machine first. The rest are just "add ons". I can see why people have been complaining about the lack of DLNA, but the CD aspect brings the question, who still uses CDs? Lol

I only buy cd's for music. I will not waste money on album downloads, when the physical cd is the same price or cheaper alot of the time, if bought within the first 2 weeks of the albums release. Plus, most of the time if you buy the cd, you get a download of the album as well, plus since i bought the cd version, i have a back-up just incase.

 

[cooey]

Had a play around with the PS4 at 'The Gadget Show Live' on Friday and I must admit I was very impressed.

Had about 20 mind gameplay on both Assassins Creed and Killzone and both looked amazing. Love the feel of the new Dual Shock controller and the console looks great IMO.

Even though I won't be picking up either of those games I can't wait for the PS4 now

 

[Lukesablade]

I went and changed my driveclub & watchdogs preorders for AC4 & ghosts yesterday, I had to have ghosts after seeing extinction mode.

 

[Outlaw1986]

I can't wait to play the ps4 with remote play from my vita. I hope I can use the wifi hot spot from my phone giving my vita wifi and play Killzone on that when I'm not at home. Aww the possibilities. I'm not going to go to best buy to play the ps4 early, I want it to be a surprise when I plug it in at home for the first time.
Does anybody know if the ps4 is suppose to come with a Hdmi cable? If not I need to order one ASAP.
Edit: I see reading the description on best buy that it does come with a Hdmi cable.

 

[tridon]

I went and changed my driveclub & watchdogs preorders for AC4 & ghosts yesterday, I had to have ghosts after seeing extinction mode.

I'm excited for Extinction mode, too. Honestly, if you have a PS3, your best deal would be to buy the PS3 versions and then you get the digital PS4 versions for only $10 each. That's what I'll be doing.

 

[dboy99]

Had a play around with the PS4 at 'The Gadget Show Live' on Friday and I must admit I was very impressed.

Had about 20 mind gameplay on both Assassins Creed and Killzone and both looked amazing. Love the feel of the new Dual Shock controller and the console looks great IMO.

Even though I won't be picking up either of those games I can't wait for the PS4 now

I really wish i could get my hands on the console, but the nearest Sony Store is on South beach, and i aint going all the way to south beach for 20 minutes of gameplay,lol.

 

[Lukesablade]

I'm excited for Extinction mode, too. Honestly, if you have a PS3, your best deal would be to buy the PS3 versions and then you get the digital PS4 versions for only $10 each. That's what I'll be doing.

Here in the uk we can buy the game and trade in later for £10.

 

[adrenaline78]

http://www.pushsquare.com/news/2013/11/naughty_dog_youll_be_in_awe_when_you_play_our_ps4_game

 

[Craig]

Had a quick shot of a PS4 in Argos of all places.

Only had two playable demos on it, Fifa and Knack.

I tried the latter, It was pretty good, Looking forward to the 29th more now

 

[adrenaline78]

I should have my extra controller tomorrow! Can't wait to have a piece of the system! =) 1 more week. and 7 more work nights and it's MINE!!

 

[adrenaline78]

I should have my extra controller tomorrow! Can't wait to have a piece of the system! =) 1 more week. and 7 more work nights and it's MINE!!

I received it today! Looks nice, feels great! 9 more days!

 

[taylorlarose]

How do you have a controller already!? Canada has to be the worst country for shopping.

 

[Che]

I received it today! Looks nice, feels great! 9 more days!

I saw a bunch of copies of Knack available at best buy today.

 

[adrenaline78]

Controller has been shipping from Amazon USA for the past week or so.

Target has the COD ghosts out. Knack is "street dated" for the 12th... not sure why BB has it out. I still don't know what launch title(s) i'm going to get next week.

 

[taylorlarose]

I am heading awful things about Ghosts, so I'll probably just rent it to do the single player. I plan to get Killzone, Battlefield, Watch Dogs, and maybe Need for Speed?

 

[Xavier]

How do you have a controller already!? Canada has to be the worst country for shopping.

Gamestops have had them out for like a week now!