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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.

 

[AnubisNefer]

I hate the light on the controller epically when watching films.I have put some electrical tape over it for now.

This solution is more kick ass ;-)
Awesome decal is awesome.

Oh and before you ask, that bike is my daughter's... And it's NOT FOR SALE!

 

[dominic]

 

[dboy99]

bike must be limited edition or something.the way he acting makes it seem as if though he's getting offers all over the place, lol.

 

[Lone Crusader]

Hopefully the PS4 v1.7 update comes out later today or tomorrow.

 

[AnubisNefer]

Hopefully the PS4 v1.7 update comes out later today or tomorrow.

Wasn't it mentioned to come out on the 30th?

I thought I read that everywhere...

 

[Lone Crusader]

Wasn't it mentioned to come out on the 30th?

I thought I read that everywhere...

Yeah that's what I read too but you never know. Tomorrow!

 

[dominic]

Any idea on the size of the update ?

 

[AnubisNefer]

In Europe it's 194 mb and downloading as we speak.

But honestly, I don't care which size the update has, it's mandatory anyways and brings updates ;-)

 

[Lone Crusader]

The update may be 194mb but once installed and you want Share Factory you will have to download it separately and it's 920mb.

 

[dominic]

It seems the 1.7 update has affected the controller vibration, turning it off.You have to turn your controller off and on than the vibration works again until you turn off your PS4.

 

[Horhay]

Weird I haven't seen that issue and I have been using my ps4 since 1.7 dropped.

 

[darczap]

Killzone and Knack are both $29.99 on Amazon.

Knack

Killzone

 

[bloodsnake007]

Sony's E3 PlayStation Presentation Set for June 9! The event is set for later that day at 6 p.m. Pacific Time.

What games are you hoping to see announced/revealed?

I would love to see:

• God of War 4
• Uncharted 4
• LittleBigPlanet 3
• Resident Evil 7
• Another Onimusha Game! (I know it wont happen though! )
• Tomb Raider 2
• Dead Space 4

How about you!? What are you looking forward to the most!? The Virtual Reality Headset?

:movie:

 

[AnubisNefer]

I would like to see some news about:

- The Last Guardian
- Rime
- Uncharted 4
- New project of Dark Souls
- Destiny
- Some news of Mass Effect 4
- Playstation Now streaming plan
- Project Morpheus

As for God of War 4, nah... Santa Monica is a one trick pony. They should come with something else. Cause honestly I'm a bit tired of Kratos.

And the last God of War I only played for 30 minutes. They should breath some fresh air in and come with something new, just like Guerilla.

 

[Noodles]

Uncharted 4 is definitely up there at the top for me. Would also love to hear/see something about a new Fallout.

 

[tridon]

Massive Leak For Sony's E3: Huge Games, Teasers, Trailers

Courtesy PSX Extreme (I really hope this is true if this is the E3 conference because it sounds amazing):

With little over a month to go before E3 kicks off, everyone's wondering what Sony will present.

One source, speaking to DualShockers, has apparently revealed the majority of the press conference. The info comes from contacts within Sony HQ and another contact at the BBH New York marketing firm, which works with Sony for promotion.

This is wicked detailed and if it's all true, we should be in for a helluva show! Here are our favorites:

-- Uncharted PS4 3 Minute Trailer showcasing ”In-engine” footage interspersed with gameplay segments. Visuals are supposedly unprecedented and set a benchmark for console graphics. Summer 2015 release date. It looks absolutely stellar. Features tropical setting and differing time periods with Nate/Francis.

-- Media Molecule’s new title will be a landmark title for Morpheus. 3D world building, beautiful, quirky visuals.Extremely creative and fun. Possibly related to the ”Entwined” trademark filed last week by SCE (not sure). Late 2015.

-- Gran Turismo 6 is coming to PS4 as 1080p 60FPS repackaged title in the vein of Gran Turismo 7: Prologue. Stunning visuals, extra features (social connectivity, new tracks, dlc etc). Coming mid-late 2015.

-- God of War 4 teaser will be present – will be CG with snippets of in-engine footage. A little early for reveal, but is designed to offset negativity surrounding canceled new IP and generate excitement – also to partially offset CG announce of Gears of War at Microsoft presser. Late 2015. Date wont be announced.

-- Kill Strain trademark is related to Syphon Filter reboot for PS4. Sony Bend working on revamping the franchise. Stealth, beautiful visuals and a possible Winter 2014 title. Bend finally getting to join the big boys.

-- Wipeout is also making the transition to PS4. Source is unsure of who is developing it, but hints that it could be Sony London, Evolution, or Firesprite.

-- Quantic Dream has a trailer prepared – unsure whether it is penciled in for Gamescom or E3. Sony will be watching Microsoft’s presser earlier in the day to gauge whether additional titles will need to be slotted in to dampen hype. Expect Dark Sorcerer- like visuals in real time. Off-topic, but still relevant – they are close to deal to become a Worldwide Studios developer, along with Ready At Dawn.

-- Speaking of Ready At Dawn, The Order:1886 will get a stage demo. Big title for Fall 2014. Sony is expecting great things from said title – franchise hopes rest on its performance.

-- Ninja Theory working on a PS4 exclusive – possible Heavenly Sword sequel which was shelved a number of years ago. Quite far into development.

-- Sony London will be at E3. First AAA title in many years. 3rd person title. Gorgeous. They’re back with a bang.

-- Guerrilla Games bringing their RPG to E3. Provocative setting – very interesting. Insane visuals as usual. A good reaction to the title is expected. Will please the hardcore.

-- Sony Japan Studios debuting two, maybe even three titles. Project Beast – spiritual successor to Demon Souls. The other is The Last Guardian. Retooled for PS4, possible Winter 2014 title. The Other title is shrouded in secrecy.

 

[dboy99]

I would like to see something that isn't a damn sequel.All those rumors are sequels.New Ip's!Take the Risk!

 

[tridon]

I would like to see something that isn't a damn sequel.All those rumors are sequels.New Ip's!Take the Risk!

Media Molecule's new game, Guerilla's RPG, The Last Guardian, Quantic Dream's new game, The Order... those are all new IPs. Hell, even Syphon Filter has been gone for so long that it'd practically feel like a new IP.

Sony London's game may be a new game, too... though with it being an AAA third-person title, it could very easily be a new installment in The Getaway series.

 

[Horhay]

I want to see something on The Lasr Guardian. Aside from that im not that excited for anything else.

 

[Jace88]

Can't wait to see more of 'The order 1886'