Sony Unveils PS4! Release Date, DualShock 4, PlayStation Eye, and Specs

We have a LOT of info to get to with Sony unveiling Playstation 4 (PS4) along with a few little cool things. Although, it still feels like we didn't get very much at the same time. Good work Sony, Good work. So here is rundown of all the things they announced today with a few post afterwards of some of the individual items like the DualShock 4 and user interface.

First off..Sony never actually gave us a look at the system itself. Weird I know. It kind of makes you think they were trying to jump the gun on getting it announced before Microsoft. I will say it seems they have finished the internal hardware because they unveiled some pretty awesome info on the guts this beast is filled with. Expect some time to get a look at the external hardware because my best guess is they haven't found the perfect shape for it yet.

Holiday 2013 Release Date 

They announced exactly what the header says, the window for release is holiday season 2013. So expect a lot of press from now until then about it. 

PS4 Specs

Those are some pretty good specs that really improve on the PS3's greatest features, while greatly improving its faults. The custom AMD Jaguar CPU core is usually targeted for low power machines like entry level PCs or tablets. Thats still doesn't give us the whole story because with it being custom, we have no real clue how powerful this thing is. The big part I notice was the 8GB ram memory this thing has, which is a huge step up from PS3's 512mb ram. Also, another big part is the increase from 2x to 6x blu-ray drive, which will increase speeds drastically. I'm liking what I'm seeing here. 

DualShock 4 Controller 

Here is like the only Hardware wise thing they did unveil besides the Playstation Eye. This is also my favorite thing they gave us to gawk at the entire event. I say that with some dislike though, I am a fan of the classic DualShock controller and this thing is changing a little bit for my taste. They took away the select and start buttons and added a share and options button with a giant touchpad in center. I do like the redone d-pad and buttons, while interested in the light bar that changes colors to reflect, lets say health bar on the game. More in-depth look at the new controller in a little bit. 

PlayStation Eye 

Sony didn't give us the greatest first look at this new Playstation Eye, but with what they did release, it's a mighty big threat to Microsofts Kinect. Not only will this work with PlayStation Move and the new DualShock 4 controller, it is packing some good specs. It has dual cameras that individually capture 1280x800 pixel RAW/YUV video at 30fps each. So thats a huge update from the old single lens eye at 640x480 video. Also, you can log-in with facial recognition and has 4 microphones to actually be able to hear you, while being able to see you as it can rotate up to 85 degrees. Pretty much a beast. 

More news to come with the demos and the use of Gaikai 

Portal 2 Coming To PS3

Gabe Newell of Valve announced that their masterpiece Portal 2 will be available on the Playstation 3 the same day as 360 and PC.  The PS3 version of the game will be Steamworks enabled which will include community support features such as chat.  Newell then went on to say that the new features on the Playstation 3 version of Portal 2 will make it "the best version on any console".  

Here check out the debut trailer below.

You Monster Trailer:

Video Games | Portal 2 | E3 2010: You Monster Debut Trailer

XBox 360 | Playstation 3 | Nintendo Wii

There was no released date announced, but it was assured that it will be out sometime in 2011.

This came as a surprise considering Gabe Newells negative comments toward the PS3 like saying "a total disaster on so many levels".


Dominic Sacco
PSN ID: sacco2011

Twisted Metal

The Twisted Metal series will finally make it's way back to the gaming world with it's new installation with  Twisted Metal for the Playstation 3.

The game was announced at Sony's Press Conference at E3 by David Jaffe and Scott Cambell.  The game will feature the same classic playing style, along with new online multiplayer mode, and aerial assault vehicles.

Here is a video of a quick level demo.

Video Games | Twisted Metal | E3 2010: Slaughterville Level Walkthrough

XBox 360 | Playstation 3 | Nintendo Wii

Twisted Metal will come exclusively to the Playstation 3 sometime in 2011.


Dominic Sacco
PSN ID: sacco2011

500GB PS3 with Faster Wi-Fi and The Move

According to game site CVG, Sony will be releasing two new PS3 bundles that will both include a Playstation Move motion controllers and one will have a massive 500GB HDD.

Sony revealed earlier this year that they would be releasing a Move bundle which include a 250 GB hard drive and the Move itself.  What they didn't say was that they were releasing a 500GB.  

That's a lot of memory that will most likely never be filled...unless Sony expects you too.

It's also said that these new PS3's will be new models containing faster 802.11n wireless for faster Wi-Fi speeds.  Earlier this year, the FCC were seen testing two new Playstation 3 models.

If the rumors are fact or fiction, I'll keep you posted.

Dominic Sacco

PSN ID: sacco2011

PS3 Goes 3D

The Playstation 3 has now entered the realm of 3D and is bringing some of it's best titles with it.  As of now, PS3 owners with a 3D TV and glasses can play Super Stardust HD, WipEout HD, Pain, and the demo version of Motorstorm: Pacific Rift in stunning, eye popping stereoscopic 3D.

Games such as Gran Turismo 5 and MLB: 10 The Show are already being shown in 3D, but don't have a set release date.  Some of the biggest Playstation 3 games will be available in 3D later this year.  Expect to see more and more games coming to 3D at E3 2010 as the technology unfolds and is integrated into our consoles.  

With Sony and Nintendo already making they're way to 3D, you may wonder where Microsoft stands. Well, it is rumored that Microsoft will be stepping into the world of 3D at E3 next week.  I guess we'll just have to wait and see.

I've been gone for a while and now that summer has come around and I have a lot more free time, expect to see me more frequently around here.  "Stay Classy San Diego".

Dominic Sacco

PSN ID: sacco2011

First Killzone 3 Trailer

After the relaunch of the official Killzone website, Sony Released the first trailer for the anticipated Killzone 3. The trailer doesn't show gameplay footage, but does show the new melee system close up in slow motion and it's brutal.

Benjamin Myers

PSN ID and Gamertag: fusionman15

The Playstation Move

Today at GDC 2010, Sony finally announced the name for their new motion-control peripheral, the Playstation Move.  The Move is set to release later this year sometime in the fall in three options:  individually, bundled with a Playstation Eye camera, or bundled with the camera and a Playstation 3 console.

We had first seen it at Gamescon back in September, but Sony never actuall released any official press shots of the Move, until now.  The photos give a close look at the wand and the "nun-chuck" accessory, as well as the color that the illuminating ball atop the controller will glow.

I'm not sure if I love the Move, but I definitely don't hate it.  Even though I think the idea of motion controls are overrated and are just a desperate attempt to reach a broader audience, the Playstation Move could actually fun and appeal to more hardcore gamers.

Check out the official photos below and write what you think in the comments section.

Dominic Sacco

PSN ID: sacco2011

God of War: Unearthing The Legend Sneak Peek

Today, Sony released a sneak peek at the official documentary God of War: Unearthing The Legend. The film is hosted by Peter Weller (RoboCop) and it takes you through an epic journey of conquest, destiny and revengle as the story of Kratos is revealed by members of the development team, and Greek Historians. Here's the sneak peek video below. Check it out.



God of War III is getting closer to release date and that means we will see more and more about it. I'll post everything God of War III until then.

Dominic Sacco
PSN ID: sacco2011

Highlights from Sony's CES 2010 Press Conference

Here are a few videos showing the highlights from Sony's press conference at CES this week and it looks like Sony is starting to strengthen their game.

Enjoy.









Dominic Sacco
PSN ID: sacco2011

Close To 4 Million PS3's Sold Over Christmas

Earlier today, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, CEO of SCE Kaz Hirai revealed some pretty impressive console sales numbers for the Playstation 3 over this holiday season.

According to Sony, 3.8 million PS3's were sold worldwide from the end of November to the new year, with 1.7 million being in the US alone. The company says that it's a 76% increase in sales from 2008's holiday season figures.

According to VGChartz, Sony is slowly catching up to Microsoft in hardware sales. The PS3 has now sold 31 million consoles while the Xbox 360 has sold 36 million. That's really good for Sony considering the fact that the Xbox 360 was released 18 months before the playstation 3. To check out other hardware sales or even software sales, take a look at http://www.vgchartz.com/.

Dominic Sacco
PSN ID: sacco2011

Sony Considering PSN Subscriptions

A survey from IPSOS Online Situation reveals that Sony is considering premium subscription plans for Playstation Network Users. These plans show potential prices and premium services.

The survey begins with this text:

Sony is considering offering a premium PlayStation Network subscription in the future. The subscription offering would provide new premium features you could choose to pay for and are in addition to the features currently available for free such as access to online multiplayer gaming (current features would remain free).

Most of these services are pretty interesting, but some are just a little "repugnant", such as Trophy Alerts, Token Waggering, Member Demo of Full Games, and Member Only In-Game Content. Services like Cross-Game Voice Chat Access, Facebook Connectivity, Online Music Service, Online Music Video survice, and Netflix Access Without A Disc should be free and would be just "repugnant" to pay for them.

Here is a full list of all the subscription options and services.


I'll post some more on this later when I hear more about it.

Dominic Sacco
PSN ID: sacco2011

PS3 Is The Best Gaming Platform Of 2009

Review monster Metacritic has released a list of the top games and consoles of 2009 with the Playstation 3 landing in 1st place on the Game Platform Power Ranking.

The Game Platform Power Ranking includes the average review score of games across the platforms and accounts for the games scoring a 90 or higher when they judge the winner.

Next to the PS3 is PC, which had a better median metascore, but not as many good to bad game ratio. In third was Xbox 360 and fourth was the PSP.

The PS3 wasn't just the winner of the Game Platform Power Rankings, but it also has the top three best reviewed games. Those games are Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, and Street Fighter IV.


It's about time Sony came out shining and getting the respect they deserve. Keep up the good work Sony.

Dominic Sacco
PSN ID: sacco2011

Black Friday Console Numbers

This last Black Friday was a very successful day for Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo. Sony really profited with the PS3 reaching an all time weekly high sales of 440,000 units. The playstation 3 has been recieving a enormous sales increases since it's price drop in Septemeber. According to Microsoft's Director of Product Managment for the Xbox 360 and Xbox Live, they just had their biggest sales week of the year. He said that last weeks numbers were more than 2x the previous week sales. Nintendo particularily outdid Sony and Microsoft with over 1.5 million Wiis and DSs sold. The Wii alone had sold 550,000 consoles and the DS sold over 1 million devices. The Wii's numbers aren't as impressive as last years 800,000 sold during the same period. Being the cheapest console on the market, you can expect to see alot more Wii sales.

Dominic Sacco
PSN ID: sacco2011

Naughty Dog Talks Cross-Game Chat

Earlier this month there was talk about cross-game chat coming to the PS3 in the next firmware update 3.10. Now, a comment made by ReklissAbandon, a Naughty Dog staff member, was left in a forum post about Uncharted 2 online communication. He said.....

"I think they wanted people to have fun and enjoy the show since all dead players can talk to each other no matter what team you are on. But I will suggest it anyway. Not to mention that the next PS3 firmware update is going to allow cross game chat. So if players use that instead of in game communication then they would also be able to communicate enemies positions.”

Sony once again made their famous response to questions like these,“We haven’t made any announcements on upcoming firmware and don’t comment on rumor or speculation.”

Dominic Sacco

PSN ID: sacco2011