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How to use an external hard drive on PS5

Even with all the upgrades the PS5 has, it doesn't come with a larger hard drive. In this tutorial, we show you how to use an external hard drive on PS5.
A woman plays Vampire Survivors on a Steam Deck.

2022’s best indie game is finally coming to PlayStation this month

Vampire Survivors is coming to PlayStation, meaning even the Sony faithful can rip through hordes of gothic monsters.
Peter and Miles leap in the air in Marvel's Spider-Man 2.

The best PS5 games for 2024

The PlayStation 5 brings big exclusives and third-party games alike. Here are the best PlayStation 5 games to check out.
Diablo 4 promotional image of Lillith. It's a close-up shot and she's bathed in red light.

The best multiplayer games for PS5

Multiplayer was a major component of the PS4 -- and that continues with the PS5. These are the best multiplayer games available to play on Sony's newest system.
A Pulse Elite, DualSense, and PlayStation Portal sit on a table.

PlayStation sales are down, but more players are using PS Plus

Sony reported that PlayStation hardware sales are down year over year, but it's not all bad news.
A still frame from the personalized 3D audio profile creation tool on a Sony PS5.

Personalized spatial audio comes to the PlayStation 5

Sony's gaming console now offers a more immersive audio experience for headset and earbud users.
The Astro bot sitting on top of the Astro Bot DualSense controller, which is a white controller with blue handles. The middle button also has eyes that look like Astro's.

Check out the eyes on this special edition Astro Bot PS5 controller

PlayStation is not only giving us a full-fledged Astro game this September but there's now a limited edition Astro Bot controller.
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PS5 just got one of this decade’s most underrated games

If you didn't play Monster Train when it came out in 2020, its PS5 release gives you a chance to rectify that.
Rise of the Ronin's character on a horse.

You can now try out one of the PS5’s biggest 2024 exclusives for free

PlayStation is giving you the chance to check out this open-world action RPG before you buy.
The Playstation 5 system standing upright.

PlayStation is testing adaptive controller charging in latest beta, but only for certain PS5s

Sony has a surprisingly packed PlayStation 5 beta out tomorrow that will test 3D audio profiles, adaptive controller charging, and more.
A player holds a football in EA Sports College Football 25.

Is College Football 25 cross-platform?

If you're eager to jump into EA's rebranding of its NCAA franchise, you may be wondering if you can play with friends on other platforms. Here's the answer.
PlayStation Portal and the switch on a table.

PlayStation needs to embrace Nintendo as its next ally

PlayStation is dipping its toes into releasing its games on Switch, which could be an even bigger move than its PC play.
Cybertruck in Fortnite.

How to get a Cybertruck in Fortnite

If you want to get your hands on a Cybertruck in Fortnite, you'll need to hop on the game and complete a series of specific quests to work your way to it.
Cunning hares nicole, anby, billy, and nekomata in getaway car while nicole is taking selfie in Zenless Zone Zero.

Zenless Zone Zero review: HoYoverse’s latest is simple, stylish, and satisfying

Zenless Zone Zero impresses with its stylish combat, but the RPG sometimes gives its weaker parts too much screen time.
A Victrix Pro BFG and all its parts sit splayed out on a table.

Forget the DualSense Edge. This is the best PS5 controller you can buy this Prime Day

The DualSense Edge doesn't have a Prime Day deal, but there's a better PS5 controller deal you should consider anyway.
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How to change PS5 controller brightness

The PlayStation 5's DualSense controller has lights on the back and around the touchpad that can tell you useful information. But you can also turn it off.
Two characters face off in Concord.

Concord could be a fun shooter, but it needs a secret ingredient

Concord's first beta showed off a perfectly fun shooter in need of a defining feature it can claim as its own.
Mark Borja on crowded train in morning

This Philippines-inspired indie helped me connect to my cultural roots

Until Then is a great narrative adventure game, but one that I especially connected to as a Filipino-American.
Screenshot of the PlayStation 5's user interface.

How to redeem codes on PS5

Digital codes are an easy way to get funds or games on you PlayStation 5, but you have to figure out where you can redeem them first. Here's a quick explainer.
Three characters holding guns and running down a hallway in Concord.

You’ll have 2 chances to try PlayStation’s Concord this July

PlayStation announced that its PvP shooter Concord is getting two beta periods this July ahead of its set August release.
A knight slashing another soldier.

What are Scadutree Fragments in Elden Ring?

As you progress through Elden Ring's challenging Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, keep an eye out for these helpful items to increase your chances of survival.
A warrior fights in Elden Ring.

What is Revered Spirit Ash in Elden Ring?

As you make your way through the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, you'll want to find Revered Spirit Ashes to improve your steed and spectral summons.
The hand-to-hand combat style in Shadow of the Erdtree.

5 great weapons you should try in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion has plenty of great weapons to use, but these are some top picks we think are really worth the effort to find.
Sony PlayStation DualSense Controller appears on a white background.

How to improve battery life on a PS5 controller

There's a good chance your PlayStation 5's DualSense controller doesn't have a stellar battery life. Here's how you can improve your play time on each charge.
Geoff Keighley holding DualSense.

How to turn off PS5 controller vibration

The DualSense controller has some really incredible vibration technology, but if you'd like to turn it off for some reason, you can do so following these steps.
Samus Aran poses in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.

I made 5 predictions for June’s gaming showcases. Here’s what I got right

Last month, we made five big predictions about what we'd see at Summer Game Fest, Nintendo Direct, and more. So, how much did we get right?
Pagan Min attacks a soldier in Far Cry 4.

3 new PlayStation Plus games to check out this weekend (June 21-23)

If you're a PlayStation Plus Premium or Extra subscriber looking for games to play this weekend, check out these newly added titles.
Key art for Valorant on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

I’m finally turning into a Valorant fan thanks to its Xbox port

Valorant's console port is a game-changer for anyone who prefers controllers over mouse and keyboard.
A furnace golem looms in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.

How long is Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree?

Elden Ring's new Shadow of the Erdtree expansion features a lot of content to delve into. Here's how long it's likely to take you to see all of it.
Two men look at an election poster for Guybrush in Sea of Thieves.

Xbox’s multiplatform strategy is already paying off

After just a month, we're already seeing returns on Sea of Thieves leaving Xbox exclusivity for other pastures on PlayStation 5.
A person holding a smartphone with the Discord app displayed.

Using Discord on PlayStation 5 is about to get a lot easier

PlayStation announced that it'll be bringing integrated Discord voice chat to PS5 consoles, so put those mobile devices down.
A mini PC sitting in front of the PS5.

Sony is convinced the PS4 somehow made PC gaming better

In a recent interview, Sony lead architect Mark Cerny said its consoles are sometimes showing the way for PC gaming.
Astro Bot wears a dog backpack.

Astro Bot isn’t getting PlayStation VR2 support, Team Asobi confirms

Astro Bot won't feature any PlayStation VR2 support at launch, as Team Asobi tells us that it's focusing 100% on PS5.
Astro Bot dresses up as Kratos.

We played Astro Bot, and it’s the exact game PlayStation needs right now

We got tons of new details on Astro Bot during our hands-on session at Summer Game Fest. Here's everything we learned.