            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/14/final-fantasy-vii-rebirth-how-nobuo-uematsu-and-loren-allred-created-aeriths-no-promises-to-keep/',
                'Final Fantasy VII Rebirth: How Nobuo Uematsu and Loren Allred created Aerith’s “No Promises to Keep”',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/4fb01a2c1e792029e7be4a78ba770fd91843ea58.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">We’ll say this up front for those of you still exploring Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s vast world: there are no late-game story spoilers here. As seen in its pre-release debut via a new trailer late last year, the action RPG’s theme song “No Promises to Keep” is performed in-game by Aerith. Behind the scenes though, the track was composed by Nobuo Uematsu, the legendary composer behind the iconic soundtracks for much of the Final Fantasy series, including Final Fantasy VII Remake. The song’s vocals were performed by American singer Loren Allred, who brought her spellbinding singing voice to the track, augmenting the beautiful—yet tragic—world of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and the epic story told within it.</p>
<p class="">The two musicians sat down for an exclusive interview to delve into the behind-the-scenes stories of the creation of this celebrated ballad, inspired by Aerith.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/okGnXYjvJRM" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574098261_a54213a9a2_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574098261_a54213a9a2_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>Nobuo Uematsu</strong></p>
<p class=""><em>Nobuo Uematsu is a Japanese composer whose prominent career started in 1986 when he joined Square, a Tokyo-based video game studio. During his 18 years of tenure as a composer for Square, he contributed to many game scores, including the Final Fantasy series, Final Fantasy Legend, and Chrono Trigger. In 2004, he left Square to establish his own production companies, SMILE PLEASE and Dog Ear Records, where he continued to work on various game music projects. In 2020, Uematsu composed a theme song for Final Fantasy VII Remake, which won the Japan Gold Disc Award for “Soundtrack Album of the Year.” Besides his renowned game scores, he has entered a new realm of global success by producing and directing orchestra world tours. More recently, he has held Nobuo Uematsu conTIKI SHOW, featuring various style performances by Nobuo Uematsu himself and his band, a live performance by his band, and a live reading of “The Story of Blik-O,” an original work for which he wrote both the story and the music.</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574425049_871d978f79_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574425049_871d978f79_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>Loren Allred</strong></p>
<p class=""><em>Loren Allred is a singer and songwriter who gained acclaim for her astounding vocal performance of the multi-platinum song “Never Enough” from the Oscar-nominated and Grammy award-winning “The Greatest Showman” soundtrack and film. Although she wasn’t a familiar face to the public, in April 2022, Loren appeared on Britain’s Got Talent, where she performed “Never Enough” and received a Golden Buzzer, sending shockwaves throughout the industry. Loren is widely regarded as one of the industry’s greatest voices and has collaborated with Michael Bublé and toured globally with recording legends Andrea Bocelli and David Foster.</em></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Uematsu knew Allred’s singing voice was “it”</strong></h2>
<p class=""><strong>PlayStation Blog: As you composed the theme songs of both Remake and Rebirth, what are your feelings about having to work on Final Fantasy VII scores today?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> The original Final Fantasy VII was released 27 years ago. I highly doubt that the music from my 30s will resonate with fans today. So, I feel very grateful to be invited back to work on the game scores. Very fortunate, indeed.</p>
<p class=""><strong>To compose “No Promises to Keep,” what kind of communication did you have with the creative director, Tetsuya Nomura, and the scenario writer, Kazushige Nojima?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> I think the three of us unanimously had a predetermined vision to go with a ballad. Since I am typically inclined to write ballads, I was hoping for a ballad as it would allow me to create melodies as my heart desired. And it turned out everyone was on the same page. As we watched a provisional scene of Aerith singing, the three of us agreed a classic ballad would be a perfect fit.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53573240642_56925ad9b5_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53573240642_56925ad9b5_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>Did Mr. Nomura make any specific requests for the song?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> No, not really, since we all agreed on a ballad fairly smoothly. However, he did say that he wanted Loren Allred to sing the theme song.</p>
<p class=""><strong>What was your first impression after hearing Loren’s singing voice?</strong><strong><br/></strong><strong><br/></strong><strong>Uematsu:</strong> Although I didn’t know her name at that time, I immediately knew she was “it” when I heard her voice. Then I listened to “Never Enough” from “The Greatest Showman” and thought, “She is great. She’s the one we’re looking for!” But we couldn’t get ahead of ourselves because this was before we even contacted her and knew she’d be on board.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53573240652_fbc6888a18_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53573240652_fbc6888a18_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>What was the inspiration behind No Promises to Keep?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> Since it is a ballad, I wanted to make it absolutely electrifying. I was asked to make the song so that the key phrase would play in repetition, and that’s when Harry Nilsson’s “Without You” came to mind. I took inspiration from it and decided to repeat a key phrase in the chorus.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> “Without You” is one of my favorite songs.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> Mine, too. But it turned out that no one repeated the key phrases in the lyrics after all [laughs].</p>
<p class=""><strong>Does that mean you started composing the music without Mr. Nojima’s lyrics?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> That’s correct. I first composed the melody and gave it to Mr. Nojima and the team. From there, they came up with the lyrics. When I was writing the song, I wanted to make the song memorable and catchy, the same key phrase being repeated again and again.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> So, even though you (Mr. Uematsu) didn’t write the lyrics, you had already envisioned a structure where the chorus would be repeated to make the song more pop?</p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> Yes. I thought repeating key phrases would make the song catchy.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> Cool! That’s interesting!</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574309023_162da45a53_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574309023_162da45a53_k.jpg"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Mutual trust: how they overcame challenges during recording</strong></h2>
<p class=""><strong><br/></strong><strong>So, Loren, please tell us how you felt when Square Enix contacted you.</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> It was two years ago when I received an email from Square Enix. However, the message was very vague. I immediately started looking and learned that it was for a game title and that it was a song by Mr. Uematsu. I was already familiar with his work, and I was thrilled to learn that it was for the Final Fantasy franchise. As someone who knew about Aerith’s character growing up, this really meant a lot to me.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574308988_962eeb227e_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574308988_962eeb227e_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>What was your prior impression of the Final Fantasy series?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren: </strong>Final Fantasy is a highly imaginative fantasy game series featuring very complex, engaging characters, and of course, I knew Mr. Uematsu was the composer. Both the story and music are essential aspects of the game.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> I am happy you feel that way.</p>
<p class=""><strong>How did you feel when you first listened to “No Promises to Keep?”</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> The melody was very prominent. I could palpate sweet and epic moments of the story through the melody and feel the elevation of the song. I thought how amazing it would be to experience all these dynamic sensations in the game. Also, I knew this would be a paramount platform for Aerith to reflect her inner character through lyrics and express it to the fans, as it was her first time singing.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> This is the first time I’ve heard this, and I’m glad she sensed exactly what we were aiming for. “No Promises to Keep” is a love song. I wanted it to exude a sweet feeling, but at the same time, evoke the complex feeling as Aerith confessed her feelings. I tried to build up the song as it climaxed, exactly as Loren described.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> One of my initial thoughts was how challenging it would be to sing the song. As a vocalist, I find it easier to sing higher notes with an open mouth to produce the “aa” sound, but many lines of the song ended in the “ee” sound [laughs].</p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> You’ll have to take that up with the English songwriter [laughs].</p>
<p class=""><strong>Was there anything you paid attention to when singing “No Promises to Keep”?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> I wanted to get to know Aerith well, and I also wanted to depict her relationship with Cloud. So, for me to channel her fragile and pure personality, I needed to change certain elements of my natural vocals to match up with her character.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574544020_d79d6463b8_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574544020_d79d6463b8_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> But I also enjoyed singing the band version* because it allowed me to be me, adding more riffs and fun things.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> I agree with you. You seemed to have enjoyed singing the band version more. You nailed singing the orchestral version used in the game, but you were very lively when you were singing the band version. It was fascinating to watch you perform differently, and it made me happy to see two different versions of youself.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> I have done similar work on “The Greatest Showman,” where I provided my singing voice for a character. So, in a way, both of these experiences are like acting. However, since I have my own style outside of movies and games, I’m humbled to hear that you also enjoyed my style of singing.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Were you, Mr. Uematsu, in the studio during the recording sessions?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> The Tokyo team and the U.S. team were working remotely during the recording process. Loren was recording in the U.S., and I was in Tokyo, so we didn’t get to work together in person.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Do you have any memorable moments during the recording process?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> I worked remotely with the Japan team. But we had some internet problems and got disconnected occasionally. The line got dropped just as an interpreter translated what had just been said, leaving me to imagine what was being said. When the connection was restored, the call dropped again as I got ready to speak. Because this happened frequently and became a time-consuming process, I asked if they would trust me to sing the song as I saw fit and submit the best recording version. They readily agreed. I was immensely touched by the trust they placed in me. I had a video crew from London with me that day, and it was after 2am when we finally finished shooting, but it was a great experience [laughs].</p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> It wasn’t like we just told her to sing however she was pleased from the get-go; we had communicated precisely and in entirety about how we wanted the song to be sung, like, “I want you to sing this part like this.” We had already discussed and confirmed details when we decided we couldn’t continue with the unstable connection. At that point, we had already established the trust for her to sing independently, so it wasn’t like I offhandedly threw the whole thing over to her [laughs]. So, while I wasn’t there with her to actually watch her sing, I listened to the final version when it was ready.</p>
<p class=""><strong>What did you think when you listened to “No Promises to Keep” by Loren?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> One word; amazing! I will never forget it. I received an overwhelming number of emails from different staff members at Square Enix, marveling at the song. Even Kazushige (Nojima) could not hide his excitement. I have written many songs for Final Fantasy, but the reaction we have seen for “No Promises to Keep” is unprecedented. There is something about her singing voice that is truly captivating.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> I’m truly honored. Thank you.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574308963_626183297f_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574308963_626183297f_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>Loren, was there anything different about singing a song for a video game?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> It’s completely different. First of all, since Aerith is a fictitious character, it wasn’t like I could meet her to get to know her. I had to spend a lot of time online to learn about her instead. To top it off, since Final Fantasy has a cross-generational, long-standing fanbase, it’s not the same as singing for a new movie. I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to sing for a game title, as I know how unique and fascinating the gaming world is.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> You are absolutely right about being unable to talk to Aerith. As a composer, I have someone to consult with, like the director. Still, Loren, being so far away from Japan, probably found it difficult to ask questions to get more insights and immerse herself in the world of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> I did a lot of research on YouTube and Wikipedia and read so many articles.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Finally, do you have a message for the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth fans?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Loren:</strong> I am truly honored to have worked on such a well-loved game title and be the singing voice for a beloved character. I cannot wait for everyone around the world to play the game and listen to “No Promises to Keep.” I know many people were anticipating the release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and I could not be more thrilled to imagine how the scene of Aerith singing the song would touch fans.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Uematsu:</strong> This marked another milestone in my book to have written one more song for the Final Fantasy series that I am genuinely proud of. Both the orchestral version and the band version are amazing, and I can’t wait for everyone to listen to the song. I hope “No Promises to Keep” will be loved for a very long time, just as much as the memories of Aerith.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574098191_8027426917_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574098191_8027426917_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">“No Promises to Keep” will be available on Spotify, Apple Music and other streaming services from March 20. There is also a Final Fantasy Spotify playlist, featuring classic tracks from across the franchise, that you can listen to here.</p>
<p class=""><em> *The single also includes “No Promises to Keep” band version.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/15/start-your-early-access-journey-today-in-mlb-the-show-24/',
                'Start your Early Access journey today in MLB The Show 24',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/f385450f468aee1aab34df0483c1d5d26e89a991.png?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Early Access in MLB The Show 24 starts today, March 15, and it’s your chance to get a jump on the competition this year. With new Programs, events, Packs, and Player Items there’s no shortage of content to make your pre-season eventful. There’s so much to do before MLB The Show 24’s full launch on March 19, so let’s take a minute to go over some of the most impactful content made available to you during Early Access.</p>
<p class="">(Early Access is available globally for anyone who purchases the MVP, Digital Deluxe, or Negro Leagues Editions).</p>
<p class="">Check out the latest new features and everything coming to MLB The Show 24 today:</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yCUFMD6PZGU" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Start your Early Access to-do list today</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53586869912_024414f0f7_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53586869912_024414f0f7_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Where should you start in Diamond Dynasty? The aptly named Starter Program is where you’ll explore Diamond Dynasty content through Moments, multiplayer and single player missions, Collections, Exchanges, and a Showdown to add veteran Rafael Palmeiro and All-Star Sandy Alcantara to your squad. Next, leap into the Spring Breakout Program to celebrate the MLB’s Spring Breakout event featuring some of the best and brightest prospects in baseball to earn Spring Breakout 89 OVR players series Dylan Crews and Colson Montgomery, 87 OVR players Jacob Misiorowski and James Wood, and 85 OVR players Kyle Manzardo, Termarr Johnson, and Harry Ford. Afterwards, be sure to check out Team Affinity Season 1: Chapter 1, to play Moments, single player &amp; multiplayer* missions, three associated Conquest maps, a Showdown, and complete Exchanges to earn progress towards 30 New 89 OVR Bosses (one per team, five per division).</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53586869917_f66c3bc19d_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53586869917_f66c3bc19d_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Team Affinity Season 1: Chapter 1 Mini Seasons is a great opportunity to earn Packs and Team Affinity vouchers through missions. Pick up a Team Affinity voucher, good towards progress in Team Affinity Season 1: Chapter 1, for every five wins and for each level of playoffs you advance through.</p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53587949928_3a9e1395b3_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53587949928_3a9e1395b3_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Take on the Welcome to the Show Event using players from new MLB The Show 24 card series including Live Series, Captain Series, and Team Affinity Season 1: Chapter 1 Series’ players to get your mitts on 85 OVR Hyper Grayson Rodriguez at five wins and 90 OVR Standout Anthony Rendon at 20 wins.</p>
<p class="">In Mini Seasons Classic you’ll build a squad of Player Items from card series new to MLB The Show 24, then play through 28 regular season, three-inning games against teams in the fictional Global Baseball League. Complete goals to earn rewards including exclusive Packs and 2nd Half Heroes 88 OVR Salvador Perez for taking home the Mini Seasons Championship.</p>
<p class="">Play solo, co-op* with friends, or a mix of both to earn program progress in Ranked 1 Program and climb the leaderboards to earn XP, Stubs, and Packs including Pennant Race, Division Series, Wild Card, Championship Series Packs featuring an array of amazing player items to add to your Diamond Dynasty lineup**.</p>
<p class="">Draft a 26-player team from a balanced pool of cards then rack up wins against online opponents while avoiding elimination (two losses) in Battle Royale 1 to earn rewards.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588057674_e009d207e3_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588057674_e009d207e3_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">In addition to all this amazing content where you’ll earn rewards, including Player Items, for your efforts, be sure to check out The Show Shop where you’ll find two free Packs to get you started in MLB The Show 24 as well as a variety of additional Packs featuring some of your favorite players.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Free The Show Pack</li>
<li>Free Cornerstone Choice Pack</li>
<li>Jumpstart Choice Pack</li>
<li>Jumbo The Show Pack</li>
<li>Spring Breakout Promo Pack 1</li>
<li>Chase Pack 1</li>
<li>City Connect Choice Pack</li>
<li>Headliners Pack 1</li>
</ul>
<p class="">Learn more about what’s new in Diamond Dynasty*** <a href="https://theshow.com/news/developer-blog-diamond-dynasty-updates-in-mlb-the-show-24/">here</a> and additional gameplay updates <a href="https://theshow.com/news/new-improvements-to-gameplay-in-mlb-the-show-24/">here</a>.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Over 190 new and returning Legends</strong></h2>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WXpiIooTG6M" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">All your favorite Legends players, along with a few new ones, are back in MLB The Show 24. With over 190 Legends to choose from, add Legends from the past and present to your roster and build a team from the best the league has to offer. Discover historic Legends**** like Henry “Hank” Aaron, Satchel Paige, and Toni Stone to modern-day Legends like Johan Santana, Andrew Miller, and Brain Dozier. Who will you add to your roster?</p>
<p class="">For the latest updates about MLB The Show, be sure to head over to <a href="http://TheShow.com">TheShow.com</a>, sign up for <a href="https://account.theshow.com/scoutingreport">The Scouting Report</a>, and follow our <a href="https://twitter.com/MLBTheShow">X</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mlbtheshow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mlbtheshow/?hl=en">Instagram</a> accounts. Additional detailed information on MLB The Show 24 can be found in the <a href="http://theshow.com/faq">FAQ</a>.</p>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><em>*Online multiplayer features require internet connection and console-specific online multiplayer subscription.</em><br/><em>**Internet connection required to redeem rewards.</em><br/><em>***Internet connection required to play Diamond Dynasty mode.</em><br/><em>****Internet connection required to play Storylines mode.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/15/share-of-the-week-ea-sports-f1-23/',
                'Share of the Week: EA Sports F1 23',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/768428993c069d04e31f219a29c46ac5733cc9ee.png?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Last week, we hit the track with EA Sports F1 23, and asked you to share moments behind the wheel using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights:</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588315273_98bdea8ee0_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588315273_98bdea8ee0_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/guneetsingh1111/status/1766246760752836899/photo/1"><em>guneetsingh1111</em></a><em> shares a blurry race shot of a car shot from the back wheel perspective</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588551475_968323a103_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588551475_968323a103_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/call_me_xavii/status/1767895738355200219/photo/4"><em>call_me_xavii</em></a><em> shares a close up of a driver</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53587235247_c34cbb6da3_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53587235247_c34cbb6da3_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/Defalt368/status/1767900426475544851/photo/1"><em>Defalt368</em></a><em> shares a blurry car in the foreground with a car behind it in focus</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588425289_96a5ce3dd9_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588425289_96a5ce3dd9_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/visionevp/status/1767879478334599337/photo/2"><em>visionevp</em></a><em> shares an orange car leading the pack around a corner of the track</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588315258_f39c28f128_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588315258_f39c28f128_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/Pastuzogaming/status/1767525089803731199/photo/2"><em>Pastuzogaming</em></a><em> shares a dark red car making practice loops</em></p>
<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53587235197_04c5f8ccd2_b.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53587235197_04c5f8ccd2_b.jpg" width="1920"/></a></p>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C4buC8nR_s8/?igsh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ%3D%3D"><em>_pedrorsoliveira  </em></a><em> shares an aerial red car zooming by with motion blur.</em></p>
<p class="">Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588551385_4eba981c25_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53588551385_4eba981c25_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">THEME:  Final Fantasy VII Rebirth<br/>SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on March 20, 2024</p>
<p class="">Next week, we’re turning our focus to Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Avoiding spoilers, share eye-catching moments using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/18/sonny-lee-joins-double-dragon-gaiden-rise-of-the-dragons-with-free-dlc-april-4/',
                'Sonny Lee joins Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons with free DLC April 4',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/c2c9e77259e32a5b5bf1cf44fc739bc0cd87e016.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">The Lee family is reuniting once again to rid the streets of crime as Billy and Jimmy Lee’s cousin, Sonny Lee, is joining Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons on April 4. An unconventional fighter, Sonny thrashes his enemies with a flurry of punches and kicks to prove he’s just as powerful as his cousins.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/HUrN6_dFdcc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">First appearing in Double Dragon 3: The Rosetta Stone, Sonny Lee joins Double Dragon Gaiden as part of the free Sacred Reunion DLC coming to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Sonny is the lazy, distant cousin of the Lee brothers, but just like Billy and Jimmy, he has practiced the art of Sōsetsuken since he was young. However, Sonny has a hard time keeping up. He opts to give the ancient technique his own creative spin and now wanders the streets to test the might of his new moves.</p>
<p class="">Also joining Sonny in the Sacred Reunion DLC is the secret assassin Ranzou and one additional mystery fighter. Ranzou is a mysterious young ninja from a secret organization, known as The Secret Society of Ninjas. He has no stake in the fate of New York, but he is sent here by his organization as a test of his abilities. Along with the new characters, the Sacred Reunion DLC will include Survival mode, Versus mode and online co-op.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMTZzcDFvc25iNjBmYnlkdzV2Y2h0ZHo3MjNpb3lpNXduOXFoa3kzZCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/wimdcEDa0bBrm1l2h3/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">As a fighter, Sonny distinguishes himself as a rushdown/offensive warrior. He executes an action attack similar to a quick breakdance maneuver that travels a short distance and covers threats from all directions. Despite his Sōsetsuken roots, we wanted to ensure that Sonny is his own character, and he is designed to play differently from Billy and Jimmy with much more eccentric moves. His role as the familial outcast significantly influences his fighting style, resulting in a blend of showboating and non-traditional stances. Sonny’s distinctive approach to combat reflects his individuality within the family dynamic, which gives him more depth and personality, allowing him to shine brighter in the game.</p>
<p class="">Furthermore, our commitment to providing each character with a distinct fighting style facilitated the exploration and implementation of Sonny’s unconventional techniques. This emphasis on uniqueness granted us the flexibility to fully develop Sonny’s distinctive combat style, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53562270414_b204f32ce2_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53562270414_b204f32ce2_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Quick attacks, dodges and unexpected movements are what drive Sonny’s attacks. This includes the special move Feigning Dragon where Sonny pretends to fall back while knocking enemies far away with a barrage of punches and kicks. This is a very quick aerial move that can be easily used to cause high damage from opposite directions. It can be used as a great combo ender, but the move makes Sonny vulnerable upon landing.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZ3Z4eXJmYTQ3ZG14YnJkYnNxN2QyZDI5N3huMnluZzhhaWVtcXppMCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/O23CdeghMtq051gLtW/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">Another special move of Sonny’s is Dragon’s Regret, which allows Sonny to dish out rapid punches. Activating this move allows Sonny to potentially travel across the screen while attacking, but if you hold the attack in the opposite direction when the move ends, you can deliver a final punch in the opposite direction. Dragon’s Regret is a great combo starter and extension.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExNGU5cThua2FleXdxeXdya2k4a3NndGRucGl6emFpaWZtN2VjcnV1YiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/ase86vmHnOfZbqWF3W/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">The last move we’re going to talk about is the Sleeping Dragon. This is a quick jump kick, followed by an elbow drop to knock down nearby enemies. Sleeping Dragon covers a large amount of ground and can be used as an anti-air attack and as a combo extension.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExc2Vxdmd3ZG5ua2x0NXc1dXRpaDNtMndnazF0aG5oamp6ZTBhdTNkZCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/evx98omefCjWiJp4OF/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">Celebrate the Lee boys getting the band back together when the Sacred Reunion DLC releases April 4 on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 as a free update to Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/21/rise-of-the-ronin-developer-tips-for-your-first-few-hours/',
                'Rise of the Ronin: Developer tips for your first few hours',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/a01abaf7aa72544302f22a4f927bcb3461ca8cc9-scaled.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">For Team Ninja veterans and newcomers alike, <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/rise-of-the-ronin/?smcid=ma">Rise of the Ronin</a> offers a deep and satisfying combat system, set to the backdrop of the Bakumatsu era of Japan. With the game now less than a day away, I spoke to Rise of the Ronin’s Producer, Yosuke Hayashi, and Game Producer and Director, Fumihiko Yasuda, who offered their tips for players joining the Veiled Edge tomorrow.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Experiment with Combat Styles</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53597423402_b27c01b3c2_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53597423402_b27c01b3c2_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">Rise of the Ronin allows you to wield one main weapon – blades, fists and spears – and sub weapon at a time, such as revolvers, shurikens, bows, rifles and more. When starting out, you’ll have just one combat style available to you for each main weapon, and as you progress, you’ll unlock additional styles which can be attached to them, offering completely different ways to go on the offensive.</p>
<p class="">But it’s not just you using combat styles – your enemies will have their own styles too, which you will need to adapt to. Recognizing which style your opponent is using will allow you to choose an advantageous opposing style, and can help overwhelm them far quicker. Changing style on the fly is key to being successful in combat.</p>
<p class="">New styles can be learned through story progression, facing off against tougher enemies, and through bond-building with certain characters and factions. Experiment with different types to find a combination that works for you.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Counterspark is important, but…</h2>
<p class="">The Counterspark – activated with the Triangle button – is both an attack, and a parry. With the right timing, it can be used to deflect most of your enemies moves, even their glowing red murderous attacks. But using the Counterspark isn’t your only tool to defend yourself; combining it with your block and dodge moves will help keep opponents on their toes.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExeHV5dHZzaHd4c3E0Y2h1N3Z4N2F4YXBtZ2NhdDR5ZHU2ZDVxYjJuNCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/89I0dss8slXkjn9Vgr/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Some enemies will be extremely aggressive, others will wait for an opening to attack, and some may even leap through the air to grab you. Choosing whether you deflect, block, or roll out of the way, and recognizing which works best for the attack you’re facing, can be the difference between success or swift death.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Wander off the beaten path</h2>
<p class="">Rise of the Ronin features a rich narrative throughout, but across the open world, you’ll find a wealth of side missions, characters you can bond with, landmarks to visit, and cats to pet. Engaging in this and taking on quests for monks, fellow travelers, merchants and more will not only ensure you see more of the gorgeous world, but it will help you further your progress through the game’s RPG elements, allowing you to create a build that compliments your chosen playstyle. There’s so much to be discovered away from the main story, and you shouldn’t overlook it.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Make friends and influence people</h2>
<p class="">The opening hours of Rise of the Ronin will bring you to Yokohama, a port city which saw an increasing level of Western influence during the Bakumatsu period. As a result, you’ll come across a wide range of characters, all with unique beliefs on the future of Japan. Much of the story centers around this clash of views, and you’ll find yourself moving between pro and anti-Shogunate groups, as well as Western forces.</p>
<p class="">How you build your relationships with members of these factions is core to the adventure, driving a Bonds system that can affect how you experience the game. Increase your Bond with certain people and you’ll unlock new skills, weapons and items, which you would otherwise be locked out from. Your choice of faction support will drastically alter the games’ narrative and how you experience key story missions, as well as the people you can team up with during your adventures.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53597442817_afa00e1174_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53597442817_afa00e1174_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">You can also increase your bond with each region of the map by clearing out unruly bandit bases, running errands for locals and chasing off dangerous fugitives. A high bond with each region results in discounts at merchants’ stores and other benefits.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Explore what could have been</h2>
<p class="">Your choices affect how the story plays out in Rise of the Ronin, and you’ll see the consequences of your actions throughout your entire time as the Ronin. But what if you chose differently?</p>
<p class="">Unlocked once you reach the city of Edo, the Testaments of Soul feature allows you replay previously-completed missions and see what could have been had you followed a different path, making different choices and potentially altering the story you’ve previously experienced. So if you come up against a decision you really struggle with, fear not – the option to explore other outcomes is open to you.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598757415_994b0a1c3c_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598757415_994b0a1c3c_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Choose a difficulty setting that works for you</h2>
<p class="">From the offset, Rise of the Ronin offers three different difficulty settings:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Dawn</strong> – enables features such as increased recovery item effect and reduced ki consumption from attacks, this mode is perfect for those mostly interested in the story and world exploration</li>
<li><strong>Dusk</strong> – the default settings, offering a balanced challenge to all players</li>
<li><strong>Twilight</strong> – the toughest challenge offered, this mode is ramps up the difficult, making enemies extra aggressive and attacks even more lethal</li>
</ul>
<p class="">Difficulty can be reset at any point in the world, or you can increase or decrease the difficulty for key story  moments as you set out on your mission. Just be sure you’re prepared for the challenge if you decide to step up to Twilight!</p>
<p class="">With these tips, you should be well prepared for the journey ahead when Rise of the Ronin launches on PS5 on March 22.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/21/horizon-forbidden-west-complete-edition-lands-on-pc-today/',
                'Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition lands on PC today',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/dff46cb32cf12bb3bb327f91b70601b7cc902f76-scaled.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Hi everyone, we’re thrilled for our PC community to join Aloy on her journey as she braves the Forbidden West – a majestic but dangerous frontier that conceals mysterious new threats. That’s right, <a data-id="https://www.playstation.com/games/horizon-forbidden-west/pc/" data-type="URL" href="https://www.playstation.com/games/horizon-forbidden-west/pc/">Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition launches on PC today</a>.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rvDu47W8qT0" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">Horizon Forbidden West continues six months after the events of the critically acclaimed Horizon Zero Dawn. Vicious superstorms rage. The land is dying. Machine hunter Aloy has traveled west to investigate the source of a mysterious blight that ravages the remnants of humanity. In these uncharted lands, she will meet strange new tribes and face ever more deadly colossal machines. Together with old friends and new companions, she must brave this awe-inspiring frontier to find the answers she needs, halt the biosphere’s imminent collapse, and save life on Earth.</p>
<p class="">Unlocked frame rates, ultra-wide support up to 48:9 resolutions and performance-enhancing technologies including NVIDIA DLSS 3 AI-powered upscaling and frame generation allow PC players to experience Aloy’s journey in its full glory on compatible hardware. NVIDIA DLAA is available to help maximize image quality. The game also comes with NVIDIA Reflex, reducing system latency and improving gameplay responsiveness. Intel XeSS and AMD FSR 2.2 upscaling is also supported. The team at Nixxes is working on an update to add AMD FSR 3 with frame generation.</p>
<p class="">To ensure the game runs on a wide variety of PC hardware, we’ve included graphics presets ranging from very low to very high. This allows gamers with the latest hardware to push their systems, while also providing a great experience on less powerful PCs. Additionally, <a href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/05/horizon-forbidden-west-complete-edition-pc-specifications-revealed-out-march-21/">the PC release offers customizable settings</a>, allowing you to tailor your gaming experience according to your preferences!</p>
<p class="">On behalf of everyone at Guerrilla and Nixxes, we are so excited to bring Horizon Forbidden West to PC and we hope you enjoy this new adventure with Aloy! We would love to hear what you think and see your amazing virtual photography, so please use the hashtag #HorizonForbiddenWestPC when sharing your experiences and creations and tag us on social media!</p>
<p class="">Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition for PC is available today on <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2420110/Horizon_Forbidden_West_Complete_Edition/">Steam</a> and in the <a href="https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/horizon-forbidden-west-complete-edition">Epic Games Store</a>. </p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53596174616_23e56a0f62_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53596174616_23e56a0f62_h.jpg"/></a>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/22/ghostbusters-rise-of-the-ghost-lord-launches-free-dlc-with-new-multi-mission-pack-on-march-28/',
                'Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord launches free DLC with new multi-mission pack on March 28',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/1a530653c484b842760490bbefb5e5a117a413ea.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Hello paranormal pals, and what an exciting time to be writing to you! Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire has just hit theater screens and I’m delighted to announce our Frozen Empire<em> </em>content update for <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/ghostbusters-rise-of-the-ghost-lord/?smcid=ma">Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord</a>, coming to PlayStation VR2 as a free update on March 28. Let me give you a sneak peek at what we’ve been working on.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExc3puZXQ4NmNqbmc3Nmdlem5tOWVsYXJsc2VwaXNhenAwdHY4MG1xZCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/HkXuZ1CCjEClVVDrBu/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Following on from the Slimer Hunt update we released in January, our Frozen Empire<em> </em>update features five new narrative-infused missions that see you working as a team for none other than Dr. Ray Stantz – played by the legendary Dan Aykroyd – to defeat the villainous Garraka.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExcWVwM3VweW9lanZnMnB0ZDByMjY2YXFnZnV2bmw2NGg4cjV0ZWZmOCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/EgDTYYyG7C8gOdlKNM/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Our Frozen Empire<em> </em>mission pack begins with a trip to New York where you’ll be briefed in person by Ray. We loved working with Dan Aykroyd on Slimer Hunt, where he provided voiceover as Ray, and are delighted to have him in the flesh as Ray in Frozen Empire<em>.</em> Oh, and I forgot to mention that your initial briefing with Ray will take place in the iconic Ghostbusters firehouse. What an epic way to kickstart your Frozen Empire<em> </em>adventure.</p>
<p class="">We were fortunate enough to visit the Frozen Empire<em> </em>movie set and got to go inside the firehouse to ensure the layout and details in-game are as authentic as possible. You’ll be able to explore both inside the firehouse and outside on the rooftop, and interact with parts of the scenery – yes, you can slide down the fire poles! We can’t wait for you to have the chance to experience this slice of Ghostbusters history in VR.</p>
<p class="">Luckily, you’ll have some trusty ghostbusting equipment to help you take the fight to Garraka. We know that fans have been eager to wield the original proton packs from the 1984 movie and I’m thrilled to say that you will finally get that chance in Frozen Empire, courtesy of Ray himself.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExOTA0MWQ3dzBmZDBodG15ZG9hbGZpcW00Zm1sY2h1cnNwdm41NDZ3dSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/V0VOSl6kAiFQrYBNi1/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Alongside the original packs, you’ll receive a brand-new invention from Lars in the Ghostbusters’ new research lab. They call it the Heat Beam and it’ll be your best friend when going up against Garraka’s challenges.</p>
<p class="">We’re so excited to connect Ghostbusters:<em> </em>Rise of the Ghost Lord’s story to the wider Ghostbusters’ universe through Frozen Empire. As a quick recap, players in our game became accidental Ghostbusters when they answered an ad for a courier job at the mansion of San Francisco benefactor Gustav Hookfaber that results in a demon being inadvertently released on the city, and the discovery that Hookfaber’s famous clean energy innovations had supernatural origins.</p>
<p class="">Having dealt with the potentially world-ending threat and becoming fully fledged Bay Area Ghostbusters, you learn there’s a new threat in New York – Garraka, the terrifying ancient demi-god who’s been trapped in an object not unlike one that Hookfaber brought to the Ghostbusters years ago. So, who does Ray call in this moment of need? You!</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMHJ6cXN2eTA3dWhtMjh0YjA3Z2l3d3BmY3R3OTZjcWt0d2JldTZjYSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/zhZmMtUUyCJO4vLLlW/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">What secrets does Hookfaber’s past hold? What did he know about trapping ghosts in objects? To solve these mysteries, you’ll head back to San Francisco where you’ll discover that Garraka’s powers have extended through the etheric plane, affecting locations and ghosts in ways that make everything more dangerous! Get ready for icy obstacles blocking your path, essential equipment freezing over, and powerful icy attacks from ghostly enemies.</p>
<p class="">Lars, Podcast, and Lucky will be added as playable avatars part of the Frozen Empire<em> </em>update, letting you step into the shoes of the stars of the movie in our game. You’ll even get to play an unexpected role in helping the legendary Ghostbusters of New York.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53595601752_10953833a9_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53595601752_10953833a9_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">We’ve had fun revisiting our ghosts and equipment to answer your feedback and increase the challenge in the game. We’ve also completely refreshed the mission selection so, for the first time, you will be completely free to select any mission from the entire game, helping those completists who want to tackle them all, and making it easier for everyone else to replay their favorites.</p>
<p class="">Let me conclude by thanking you all for your feedback on the game since release. It has helped us to shape the last six months of content and create a game that’s gotten closer and closer to our dream of enabling you all to feel like a real Ghostbuster.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/22/share-of-the-week-final-fantasy-vii-rebirth/',
                'Share of the Week: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/22ad46dbf36f9087ee49d76e8a0102d708a3e359.png?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Last week, we asked you to share epic moments from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (without spoilers) using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights:</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602764465_bad11972ba_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602764465_bad11972ba_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/TalentedDoge/status/1770302904328434059/photo/4"><em>TalentedDoge</em></a><em> </em><em>shares Cloud swinging his sword diagonally across the frame</em></p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53601426437_8ec9b2212c_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53601426437_8ec9b2212c_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/sorathluna/status/1770330853240967626/photo/4"><em>sorathluna</em></a><em> </em><em>shares Aerith posing against a blooming flower background</em></p>



​​<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602764330_4a38c866c8_c.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602764330_4a38c866c8_c.jpg" width="1920"/></a></p>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/HazzaniVP/status/1770500964031611188/photo/1"><em>HazzaniVP</em></a><em> </em><em>shares Zack leaping into action</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602764390_ffa26ac258_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602764390_ffa26ac258_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/mobhaine/status/1770428640511328642/photo/1"><em>mobhaine</em></a><em> </em><em>shares Tifa in vacation mode with a colorful drink</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53601426297_106113d5ca_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53601426297_106113d5ca_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/lunatech4105_2/status/1770092767034872249/photo/2"><em>lunatech4105_2</em></a><em> </em><em>shares a black and white portrait of Sephiroth with a blade cutting in front of his face</em></p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602508263_151d6ef597_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602508263_151d6ef597_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/marka_game/status/1769742087665123506/photo/1"><em>marka_game</em></a><em> </em><em>shares Barret letting a barrage loose from his gun arm. </em></p>
<p class="">Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53601426317_4178d8f4e3_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53601426317_4178d8f4e3_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">THEME:  Rise of the Ronin</p>
<p class="">SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on March 27, 2024</p>
<p class="">Next week, we travel to 19th century Japan in Rise of the Ronin. Avoiding spoilers, share daring moments using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/22/final-fantasy-xvis-the-rising-tide-dlc-unleashes-leviathan-on-april-18/',
                'Final Fantasy XVI’s The Rising Tide DLC unleashes Leviathan on April 18',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/e4f267691a5e3c8c57c0dc25ff4b7be7aff79bc5.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Following the release of Echoes of the Fallen last December, <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/final-fantasy-xvi/">Final Fantasy XVI</a>’s final DLC chapter, The Rising Tide, is set to release on April 18! Available individually or in the discounted Expansion Pass on the PlayStation Store, the upcoming paid DLC, which takes place before the ending of the main game, includes plenty for fans to look forward to! Learn more about the DLC, as well as a new update and purchase bonuses, below:</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jfl3KgFrAQc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Introduction to The Rising Tide</h2>
<p class="">An unmarked letter arrives at the hideaway containing a most curious request: the Dominant of Leviathan, the long-lost Eikon of Water, needs rescue. To heed this call, Clive and his companions must journey to Mysidia—a hidden land under a blue sky—where they will uncover the tragic history of a forgotten people. </p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">New Leviathan Eikonic ability set</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598835300_ce8fc76a93_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598835300_ce8fc76a93_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">In addition to the level cap being raised to level 60 in Story Focused Mode and Action Focused Mode or level 110 in Final Fantasy Mode (New Game+), during Clive’s journey in Mysidia, he will obtain new Eikonic Abilities of Leviathan the Lost.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598707784_010ebd29e5_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598707784_010ebd29e5_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">This new ability set allows you to tame the tides and drown your enemies both near and far with the terrible might of the Eikon of Water, as well as includes an all-new Eikonic Feat – Serpent’s Cry, allowing Clive to summon a sea-spitting serpent capable of dealing precision strikes to enemies at great distances!</p>
<p class="">And when Clive has seized the eighth and final of the elements, what awaits him then? Yet Leviathan is not the only power Clive will discover on his journey…</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">New locations and threats</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598835700_fa217c1a03_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598835700_fa217c1a03_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Enjoy additional side stories to learn more about the area and people of Mysidia, which will have you encountering new threats, including Final Fantasy XVI’s tonberries found in the ominous Aire of Hours, a new stage, which was once a bastion of civilization—these proud ruins now lay silent, save for the incessant sharpening of knives.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598707209_cf128e5b59_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598707209_cf128e5b59_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">The Rising Tide also brings the highly anticipated confrontation between Clive and the legendary Eikon, Leviathan!</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">New endgame battle content – Kairos Gate</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598374706_4242fdcfde_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598374706_4242fdcfde_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">The Rising Tide introduces a challenging new mode unlocked after completing both The Rising Tide and main game scenarios.</p>
<p class="">Players can plumb the depths of a virtual underworld, vanquishing wave after wave of internal foes. Only with both strength and strategy will Clive survive the Kairos Gate and emerge with its richest spoils.</p>
<p class="">Fight through 20 stages–each growing more difficult than the last. Maximize battle performance to earn points and find new materials and weapons to upgrade for Clive. Top players can aim for a spot on the global leaderboard!<strong> </strong></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Special bonuses</h2>
<p class="">Fans who purchase The Rising Tide or the Expansion Pass will receive special bonus items, including:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>A reimagined version of the “Curtana,” the signature weapon used by the Warrior of Light in Final Fantasy XIV, and</li>
<li>“Torn from the Heavens” and “Through the Maelstrom” Orchestrion Rolls, to be played as background music in the hideaway!</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Free update (Ver. 1.30) arrives same day as The Rising Tide Release</h2>
<p class="">Free Update (Ver. 1.30) will also be available for all Final Fantasy XVI players on April 18! This downloadable update will add quality-of-life improvements for the full game, including:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Return to a quest giver immediately with the new “Quick Complete” function</li>
<li>Icon updates for important character quests</li>
<li>A new Skill Set feature, which allows players to save up to five unique Feat and Ability sets</li>
<li>Abilities and Accessories adjusted for easier use</li>
<li>New “Custom” controller type allows for freely customizable button layouts</li>
<li>Tone correction, screen effects, and more added to Photo Mode</li>
<li>Numerous new orchestrion rolls added</li>
</ul>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/25/stellar-blade-demo-arrives-march-29/',
                'Stellar Blade demo arrives March 29',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/988aad524f6cb256d7191ad4e2682d4a8dceb531.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Greetings. This is Hyung Tae Kim, director of <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/stellar-blade/?smcid=ma">Stellar Blade</a>. We are pleased to officially announce the upcoming free playable demo for Stellar Blade, coming March 29 to PlayStation 5.</p>
<p class="">The demo takes place from the very beginning of the game when Eve, a member of the 7<sup>th</sup> Airborne Squad is sent to Earth on a mission to reclaim the planet from the Naytiba, up to the first boss fight. This first stage will include the tutorial phase to help you familiarize yourself with basic combat features as you explore post-war Eidos 7, a human city now infested by the Naytiba, giving you an early grasp of gameplay mechanics that will serve you throughout the game’s story.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/C3GLEPFrlhw" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">We also have a little surprise included for players who complete the first stage.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598217855_0864d99bc8_4k.jpg " rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53598217855_0864d99bc8_4k.jpg "/></a>
<p class="">From the smooth 60fps combat to the haptics, you’ll feel through the DualSense wireless controller, there are various charms of the game that you can only confidently appreciate through hands-on experience.</p>
<p class="">For those who complete the demo stage, you can carry over your save data when the full game releases on April 26, starting from the last checkpoint. Please note that save data must be stored on your PS5 system.</p>
<p class="">The Stellar Blade demo will be available starting Friday, March 29 from 7am PDT / 2pm GMT.</p>
<p class="">Alongside the demo, the full game will feature the following language options:</p>
<p class=""><strong>Voice Over:</strong> Korean, English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Latin Spanish.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Text: </strong>Korean, English (US), French, Italian, German, Spanish, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Arabic, Turkish, Thai, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese.</p>
<p class="">We greatly appreciate your anticipation! Mark your calendar for April 26, and make sure not to miss the preorder bonuses. The time for humankind to reclaim Earth has nearly arrived.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/26/the-spring-sale-comes-to-playstation-store-3/',
                'The Spring Sale comes to PlayStation Store',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/035226bfb29479499113a289dc32e8ff248fb4f0.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Update: PlayStation Store’s Spring Sale gets a refresh today, April 10, bringing with it new titles and add-ons, giving you discounts of up to 70% for a limited time*. That includes 60% off EA Sports FC 24 Ultimate Edition (PS4, PS5), 50% off Hogwarts Legacy: Digital Deluxe Edition (PS4/PS5), 50% off Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League (PS5) and 70% off Red Dead Redemption 2: Ultimate Edition (PS4). </p>
<p class="">The list is so huge we can’t include everything here. You can browse a select list of games at the bottom of this post. <a href="https://store.playstation.com/pages/SpringSale?emcid=or-pl-506820">Head to PlayStation Store to discover your regional discounts.</a></p>
<template data-audience="352703" data-goal="" data-parent-id="f56c7440-d507-49a4-89a0-b8575fd63114">
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>11000 Neverwinter Zen</li>
<li>2000 Neverwinter Zen</li>
<li>5300 Neverwinter Zen</li>
<li>Alan Wake Remastered</li>
<li>Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey</li>
<li>ARK: Survival Ascended</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed Odyssey Legacy of the First Blade</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed Odyssey Season Pass</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed Odyssey The Fate of Atlantis</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione – GT Racing Bundle</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione – GT Racing Game Bundle</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione – GT4 Pack DLC</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione – Intercontinental GT Pack DLC</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione PS5 – 2020GT World Challenge Pack DLC</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione PS5 – 2023 GT World Challenge Pack DLC</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione PS5 – American Track Pack</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione PS5 – Challengers Pack</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione PS5 – GT4 Pack DLC</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione PS5 – Intercontinental GT Pack DLC</li>
<li>Atomic Heart – Atomic Pass</li>
<li>Atomic Heart – Premium Edition (PS4 &amp; PS5)</li>
<li>Atomic Heart (PS4 &amp; PS5)</li>
<li>Back 4 Blood – Expansion 1: Tunnels of Terror</li>
<li>Back 4 Blood – Expansion 2: Children of the Worm</li>
<li>Back 4 Blood – Expansion 3: River of Blood</li>
<li>Back 4 Blood: Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Batman: Arkham Collection</li>
<li>Batman™: Arkham Knight Premium Edition</li>
<li>Battlefield™ 2042 Elite Edition PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Bendy and the Dark Revival</li>
<li>Bloodborne™</li>
<li>Bluey: The Videogame</li>
<li>Borderlands 3 Next Level Bundle PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3 Season Pass PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Bounty of Blood PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Designer’s Cut PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Director’s Cut PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Guns, Love, and Tentacles PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Moxxi’s Heist of the Handsome Jackpot PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Psycho Krieg and the Fantastic Fustercluck PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Season Pass 2 PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Ultimate Edition PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands Legendary Collection</li>
<li>Borderlands: The Handsome Collection</li>
<li>Bratz®: Flaunt Your Fashion – Pretty ‘N’ Punk Fashion Pack</li>
<li>Bratz™: Flaunt Your Fashion</li>
<li>Bratz™: Flaunt Your Fashion – Girls Nite Out Fashion Pack</li>
<li>British GT Pack DLC</li>
<li>Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Remake</li>
<li>Bully®</li>
<li>Burnout™ Paradise Remastered</li>
<li>Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® II – Cross-Gen Bundle</li>
<li>Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® III – Vault Edition</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Fiskespro Gear Pack</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Norway Reserve</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Reserve Pass</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Rushy Gear Pack</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Spain Reserve</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Ultra Cruiser Boat Pack</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Winter Blast Style Pack</li>
<li>Castle Crashers Remastered</li>
<li>Castlevania Requiem: Symphony of the Night &amp; Rondo of Blood</li>
<li>Civilization VI – New Frontier Pass</li>
<li>Construction Simulator</li>
<li>Control Season Pass</li>
<li>Control: Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>Cricket 24</li>
<li>CRISIS CORE -FINAL FANTASY VII- REUNION DIGITAL DELUXE EDITION PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Crysis Remastered Trilogy</li>
<li>Cult of the Lamb</li>
<li>Cult of the Lamb – Cultist Pack</li>
<li>Cult of the Lamb – Heretic Pack</li>
<li>Cult of the Lamb – Sinful Pack</li>
<li>Cyberpunk 2077</li>
<li>Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty</li>
<li>DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT Digital Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Deluxe Edition Content Bundle</li>
<li>Demon’s Souls</li>
<li>Destiny 2: Beyond Light</li>
<li>Destiny 2: Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack</li>
<li>Destiny 2: Forsaken Pack</li>
<li>Destiny 2: The Witch Queen</li>
<li>Devil May Cry 5 Deluxe + Vergil</li>
<li>Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition</li>
<li>Digital Deluxe Upgrade featuring LEGO®</li>
<li>Disney Dreamlight Valley</li>
<li>Disney Dreamlight Valley – Gold Edition</li>
<li>Disney Dreamlight Valley: A Rift in Time</li>
<li>DMC5SE – Super Vergil Unlock</li>
<li>DMC5SE – Vergil Battle Track 4-Pack</li>
<li>DMC5SE – Vergil EX Provocation</li>
<li>DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT – A NEW POWER AWAKENS SET</li>
<li>DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT – TRUNKS – THE WARRIOR OF HOPE</li>
<li>DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Dying Light – Rais Elite Bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light – Retrowave Bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light – Savvy Gamer Bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light – Shu Warrior Bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light – Snow Ops Bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light – Van Crane Bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light – Vintage Gunslinger Bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light – Volkan Combat bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light Classified Operation Bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light Volatile Hunter Bundle</li>
<li>Dying Light: The Following – Enhanced Edition</li>
<li>EA SPORTS FC™ 24 Ultimate Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>EA SPORTS™ PGA TOUR™ Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>eFootball™ 2024: Leo Messi Edition</li>
<li>Fallout 4</li>
<li>Fallout 4: Game of the Year Edition</li>
<li>Fallout 76</li>
<li>Fallout 76: Atlantic City – Boardwalk Paradise Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Fallout 76: Atlantic City High Stakes Bundle</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Bundle of 15 Lunchboxes</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Bundle of 15 Pet Carriers</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Bundle of 40 Lunchboxes</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Bundle of 40 Pet Carriers</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Bundle of 5 Lunchboxes</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Bundle of 5 Mr. Handys</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Bundle of 5 Pet Carriers</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Case of Nuka-Cola Quantum</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Cooler of Nuka-Cola Quantum</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Crate of Nuka-Cola Quantum</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Refrigerator of Nuka-Cola Quantum</li>
<li>Fallout Shelter: Truck of Nuka-Cola Quantum</li>
<li>FF7R EPISODE INTERmission (New Story Content Featuring Yuffie) (Chinese/Korean Version)…</li>
<li>FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE</li>
<li>FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE</li>
<li>FINAL FANTASY® VII</li>
<li>Firewatch</li>
<li>GGST Season Pass 1</li>
<li>Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT</li>
<li>Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT (UPGRADE) PS4</li>
<li>God of War Ragnarök</li>
<li>God of War Ragnarök Digital Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Gotham Knights: Deluxe</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto Online (PlayStation®5)</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V (PS4™ &amp; PS5™)</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V: Premium Edition &amp; Great White Shark Card Bundle</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V: Premium Edition &amp; Megalodon Shark Card Bundle</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V: Premium Edition &amp; Whale Shark Card Bundle</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V: Story Mode (PlayStation®5)</li>
<li>Guilty Gear -Strive-</li>
<li>Guilty Gear -Strive- : Season Pass 2</li>
<li>Have a Nice Death</li>
<li>Hell Let Loose</li>
<li>Hello Neighbor 2 Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Hello Neighbor 2: Back to School</li>
<li>Hello Neighbor 2: Hello-copter</li>
<li>Hello Neighbor 2: Late Fees</li>
<li>Hogwarts Legacy: Digital Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Horizon Forbidden West™</li>
<li>HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™ 2 – Turbocharged – Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™ 2 – Turbocharged – Legendary Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™ 2 – Turbocharged PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 +2.5 ReMIX</li>
<li>LEGO® Fun Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: Solo: A Star Wars Story Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Bad Batch Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Mandalorian Season 1 Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Mandalorian Season 2 Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Andor Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Book of Boba Fett Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Character Collection 1</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Character Collection 2</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Classic Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Obi-Wan Kenobi Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Rebels Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Summer Vacation Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga The Clone Wars Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Trooper Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™:The Skywalker Saga Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Lies of P Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Lies of P Deluxe Upgrade</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 – Episode 2</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 – Episode 3</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 – Episode 4</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 – Episode 5</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 Complete Season</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Gearworks Crafting Set (Large) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Gearworks Crafting Set (Medium) PS4 &amp; PS5…</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Job Leveling Set (Large) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Job Leveling Set (Medium) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Job Leveling Set (Small) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Leveling Set (Extra Large) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Leveling Set (Large) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Leveling Set (Medium) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Leveling Set (Small) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Self-Improvement Booster Set (Large) PS4 &amp; PS5…</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Self-Improvement Booster Set (Medium) PS4 &amp; PS5…</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Self-Improvement Booster Set (Small) PS4 &amp; PS5…</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Special Job Set PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Yakuza CD Collection Set PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Little Nightmares</li>
<li>Little Nightmares I &amp; II Bundle PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Little Nightmares II PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Mafia II: Definitive Edition</li>
<li>Mafia III: Definitive Edition</li>
<li>Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite – Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite – Standard Edition</li>
<li>Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite Character Pass</li>
<li>Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite Premium Costume Pass</li>
<li>Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Marvel’s Midnight Suns Digital+ Edition for PS4™</li>
<li>Marvel’s Midnight Suns Digital+ Edition for PS5™</li>
<li>Marvel’s Midnight Suns Season Pass for PS4™</li>
<li>Marvel’s Midnight Suns Season Pass for PS5™</li>
<li>Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Max Payne®</li>
<li>METAL GEAR SOLID – Master Collection Version PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>METAL GEAR SOLID 2: Sons of Liberty – Master Collection Version PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame 6 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak Deluxe</li>
<li>Monster Hunter Rise Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Digital Deluxe</li>
<li>Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Master Edition Digital Deluxe</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat 11 Kombat Pack</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat 11 Kombat Pack 2</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath Expansion</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat X</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat X XL Pack</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat™ 1 Premium Edition</li>
<li>NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™: Ultimate Ninja® STORM 4</li>
<li>NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™: Ultimate Ninja® STORM 4 – Season Pass</li>
<li>NBA 2K24 Baller Edition</li>
<li>Need for Speed™ Heat</li>
<li>Need for Speed™ Payback</li>
<li>Need for Speed™ Unbound Palace Edition</li>
<li>Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Nioh 2 Remastered – The Complete Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Outlast</li>
<li>Overcooked! 2</li>
<li>Overcooked! All You Can Eat</li>
<li>Paint the Town Red</li>
<li>PAW Patrol World</li>
<li>Persona 3 Reload Digital Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Persona 3 Reload: Persona 4 Golden Persona Set PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Persona 3 Reload: Persona 4 Golden Yasogami High Costume Set PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Persona 3 Reload: Persona 5 Royal BGM Set PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Persona 3 Reload: Persona 5 Royal Persona Set 1 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Persona 3 Reload: Persona 5 Royal Persona Set 2 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Persona 3 Reload: Persona 5 Royal Phantom Thieves Costume Set PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Persona 3 Reload: Persona 5 Royal Shujin Academy Costume Set PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>PGA TOUR 2K23 Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Plants vs. Zombies™ Garden Warfare 2: Standard Edition</li>
<li>RACCOON CITY EDITION</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Assault Rifle NSR47 &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Chicago Typewriter &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Life Crystals X 12</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Life Crystals X 25</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Life Crystals X 5</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Python &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Samurai Edge &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Shotgun TAP194 &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Sniper Rifle SVD &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Red Dead Redemption &amp; Red Dead Redemption 2 Bundle</li>
<li>Red Dead Redemption 2: Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>Red Dead Redemption 2: Story Mode and Ultimate Edition Content</li>
<li>Remnant II – DLC Bundle</li>
<li>Remnant II® – Standard Edition</li>
<li>Remnant II® – The Awakened King</li>
<li>Remnant II® – Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>RER2 Episode Four: Metamorphosis</li>
<li>RER2 Episode Three: Judgment</li>
<li>RER2 Episode Two: Contemplation</li>
<li>RER2 Extra Episode: Little Miss</li>
<li>RER2 Extra Episode: The Struggle</li>
<li>RESIDENT EVIL 2 Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard Gold Edition</li>
<li>Resident Evil 7 Gold Edition &amp; Village Gold Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Resident Evil Revelations 2 Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Resident Evil® Revelations 2 – Season Pass</li>
<li>RIDE 5</li>
<li>RIDE 5 – Special Edition</li>
<li>Risk of Rain 2</li>
<li>RoboCop: Rogue City</li>
<li>Scorn</li>
<li>Sekiro™: Shadows Die Twice – Game of the Year Edition</li>
<li>Session: Skate Sim</li>
<li>SHADOW OF THE COLOSSUS</li>
<li>Shadow of the Tomb Raider Definitive Edition</li>
<li>Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI Anthology</li>
<li>Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI Platinum Edition</li>
<li>Sifu</li>
<li>Sifu – Deluxe Edition Upgrade Bundle</li>
<li>Smalland: Survive the Wilds</li>
<li>Sonic Frontiers PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>SONIC SUPERSTARS</li>
<li>Star Trek Online: 11000 Zen</li>
<li>Star Trek Online: 2000 Zen</li>
<li>Star Trek Online: 5300 Zen</li>
<li>STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™ Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Stellaris: Console Edition</li>
<li>Stellaris: Console Edition – Expansion Pass Five</li>
<li>Stellaris: Console Edition – Expansion Pass Four</li>
<li>Stellaris: Console Edition – Expansion Pass Three</li>
<li>Stellaris: Console Edition – Expansion Pass Two</li>
<li>Street Fighter™ 6</li>
<li>Street Fighter™ 6 Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Street Fighter™ 6 Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League</li>
<li>Team Sonic Racing</li>
<li>TERA Coin 1,000</li>
<li>TERA Coin 10,000 (+1,000 Bonus)</li>
<li>TERA Coin 2,000 (+100 Bonus)</li>
<li>TERA Coin 5,000 (+300 Bonus)</li>
<li>Terraria: PS4™ Edition</li>
<li>The Division 2 – Warlords of New York – Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition – PS5 &amp; PS4</li>
<li>The Jackbox Party Pack 3</li>
<li>The Last of Us™ Part I Digital Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>The Last Of Us™ Remastered</li>
<li>The Nioh Collection</li>
<li>The Quarry – Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>The Texas Chain Saw Massacre</li>
<li>theHunter: Call of the Wild™</li>
<li>Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands: Next-Level Edition</li>
<li>Tom Clancy’s The Division 2</li>
<li>Trailmakers</li>
<li>Trepang2</li>
<li>Truck and Logistics Simulator</li>
<li>UFC® 5 Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>UNO®</li>
<li>UNO® Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>Viking: Raiders of Harran bundle</li>
<li>Warface: Clutch – 12 000 Kredits</li>
<li>Warface: Clutch – 2800 Kredits</li>
<li>Warface: Clutch – 5700 Kredits</li>
<li>Way of the Hunter</li>
<li>Welcome to ParadiZe – Zombot Edition</li>
<li>World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing</li>
<li>WWE 2K24</li>
<li>WWE 2K24 40 Years of WrestleMania Edition</li>
<li>WWE 2K24 Cross-Gen Digital Edition</li>
</ul>
</template>
<template data-audience="202360640" data-goal="" data-parent-id="f56c7440-d507-49a4-89a0-b8575fd63114">
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>11000 Neverwinter Zen</li>
<li>2000 Neverwinter Zen</li>
<li>5300 Neverwinter Zen</li>
<li>A Plague Tale Bundle</li>
<li>A Plague Tale: Requiem</li>
<li>Alan Wake Remastered</li>
<li>Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey</li>
<li>ARK: Survival Ascended</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed Origins® – The Curse Of the Pharaohs</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed Origins® – The Hidden Ones</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed® Odyssey – Legacy of the First Blade</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed® Odyssey – Season pass</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed® Origins – Season Pass</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed® Valhalla – The Siege of Paris</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed® Valhalla – Wrath of the Druids</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed® Valhalla + Watch Dogs®: Legion Bundle</li>
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione</li>
<li>Atomic Heart – Atomic Pass</li>
<li>Atomic Heart – Gold Edition (PS4 &amp; PS5)</li>
<li>Atomic Heart – Premium Edition (PS4 &amp; PS5)</li>
<li>Atomic Heart (PS4 &amp; PS5)</li>
<li>Autobahn Police Simulator 3</li>
<li>Battlefield™ 2042 Elite Edition PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Bloodborne™</li>
<li>Bluey: The Videogame</li>
<li>Borderlands 3 Next Level Bundle PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3 Season Pass</li>
<li>Borderlands 3 Season Pass PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Bounty of Blood PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Designer’s Cut PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Director’s Cut PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Guns, Love, and Tentacles PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Moxxi’s Heist of the Handsome Jackpot PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Psycho Krieg and the Fantastic Fustercluck PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Season Pass 2 PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands 3: Ultimate Edition PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Borderlands Legendary Collection</li>
<li>Borderlands: The Handsome Collection</li>
<li>Bramble: The Mountain King</li>
<li>Bratz®: Flaunt Your Fashion – Pretty ‘N’ Punk Fashion Pack</li>
<li>Bratz™: Flaunt Your Fashion</li>
<li>Bratz™: Flaunt Your Fashion – Girls Nite Out Fashion Pack</li>
<li>Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Remake</li>
<li>Burnout™ Paradise Remastered</li>
<li>Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop</li>
<li>Cafe Owner Simulator</li>
<li>Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® II – Cross-Gen Bundle</li>
<li>Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® III – Vault Edition</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Fiskespro Gear Pack</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Norway Reserve</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Reserve Pass</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Rushy Gear Pack</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Spain Reserve</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Ultra Cruiser Boat Pack</li>
<li>Call of the Wild: The Angler™ – Winter Blast Style Pack</li>
<li>Canis Canem Edit</li>
<li>CityDriver</li>
<li>Civilization VI – New Frontier Pass</li>
<li>Construction Simulator</li>
<li>Cricket 24</li>
<li>CRISIS CORE -FINAL FANTASY VII- REUNION PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Crysis Remastered Trilogy</li>
<li>Cult of the Lamb</li>
<li>Cult of the Lamb – Cultist Pack</li>
<li>Cult of the Lamb – Heretic Pack</li>
<li>Cult of the Lamb – Sinful Pack</li>
<li>Cyberpunk 2077</li>
<li>Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty</li>
<li>Dakar Desert Rally – Classics Vehicle Pack #1</li>
<li>Dakar Desert Rally – Classics Vehicle Pack #2</li>
<li>Dakar Desert Rally – Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Dakar Desert Rally – Hybrid Vehicle Pack</li>
<li>Dakar Desert Rally – Legends Pack</li>
<li>Dakar Desert Rally – Season Pass</li>
<li>Dakar Desert Rally – SnowRunner Trucks Pack</li>
<li>Dakar Desert Rally – USA Tour</li>
<li>Dakar Desert Rally PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Dead by Daylight – Gold Edition</li>
<li>Dead by Daylight: End Transmission Chapter</li>
<li>Dead by Daylight: Forged in Fog Chapter</li>
<li>Dead by Daylight: Hellraiser Chapter</li>
<li>Dead by Daylight: Portrait of a Murder Chapter</li>
<li>Dead by Daylight: Roots of Dread Chapter</li>
<li>Dead by Daylight: Tools Of Torment Chapter</li>
<li>Destiny 2: Beyond Light</li>
<li>Destiny 2: Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack</li>
<li>Destiny 2: Forsaken Pack</li>
<li>Destiny 2: Shadowkeep</li>
<li>Destiny 2: The Witch Queen</li>
<li>Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition</li>
<li>Digital Deluxe Upgrade featuring LEGO®</li>
<li>Disney Dreamlight Valley</li>
<li>Disney Dreamlight Valley – Gold Edition</li>
<li>Disney Dreamlight Valley: A Rift in Time</li>
<li>DMC5SE – Super Vergil Unlock</li>
<li>DMC5SE – Vergil Battle Track 4-Pack</li>
<li>DMC5SE – Vergil EX Provocation</li>
<li>DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT – A NEW POWER AWAKENS SET</li>
<li>DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT – Deluxe Edition PS4&amp;PS5</li>
<li>DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT – TRUNKS – THE WARRIOR OF HOPE</li>
<li>DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT Deluxe Edition PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Dying Light – Enhanced Edition</li>
<li>EA SPORTS FC™ 24 Ultimate Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Fallout 4</li>
<li>Fallout 4: Automatron</li>
<li>Fallout 4: Contraptions Workshop</li>
<li>Fallout 4: Far Harbor</li>
<li>Fallout 4: Game of the Year Edition</li>
<li>Fallout 4: Nuka-World</li>
<li>Fallout 4: Season Pass</li>
<li>Fallout 4: Vault-Tec Workshop</li>
<li>Fallout 4: Wasteland Workshop</li>
<li>FF7R EPISODE INTERmission (New Story Content Featuring Yuffie)</li>
<li>FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE</li>
<li>Firewatch</li>
<li>Gas Station Simulator</li>
<li>Gas Station Simulator – Airstrip DLC</li>
<li>Gas Station Simulator – Can Touch This DLC</li>
<li>GGST Season Pass 1</li>
<li>Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT</li>
<li>Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT (UPGRADE) PS4</li>
<li>Goat Simulator 3 – Digital Downgrade</li>
<li>Goat Simulator 3 – Digital Downgrade DLC</li>
<li>God of War Ragnarök</li>
<li>God of War Ragnarök Digital Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto Online (PlayStation®5)</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V (PS4™ &amp; PS5™)</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V: Premium Edition &amp; Great White Shark Card Bundle</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V: Premium Edition &amp; Megalodon Shark Card Bundle</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V: Premium Edition &amp; Whale Shark Card Bundle</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V: Story Mode (PlayStation®5)</li>
<li>Guilty Gear -Strive-</li>
<li>Hell Let Loose</li>
<li>Hell Let Loose – Upper Echelon</li>
<li>Hogwarts Legacy: Digital Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Horizon Forbidden West™</li>
<li>HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™ 2 – Turbocharged – Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™ 2 – Turbocharged – Legendary Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™ 2 – Turbocharged PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Kingdom Come: Deliverance – A Woman’s Lot</li>
<li>Kingdom Come: Deliverance – Amorous Adventures</li>
<li>Kingdom Come: Deliverance – Band of Bastards</li>
<li>Kingdom Come: Deliverance – DLC Collection</li>
<li>Kingdom Come: Deliverance – From the Ashes</li>
<li>Kingdom Come: Deliverance – Treasures of the Past</li>
<li>Kingdom Come: Deliverance Royal Edition</li>
<li>LEGO® Fun Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: Solo: A Star Wars Story Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Bad Batch Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Mandalorian Season 1 Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Mandalorian Season 2 Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Andor Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Book of Boba Fett Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Character Collection 1</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Character Collection 2</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Classic Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Obi-Wan Kenobi Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Rebels Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Summer Vacation Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga The Clone Wars Character Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Trooper Pack</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™:The Skywalker Saga Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 – Episode 2</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 – Episode 3</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 – Episode 4</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 – Episode 5</li>
<li>Life is Strange 2 Complete Season</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Gearworks Crafting Set (Large) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Gearworks Crafting Set (Medium) PS4 &amp; PS5…</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Job Leveling Set (Large) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Job Leveling Set (Medium) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Job Leveling Set (Small) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Leveling Set (Extra Large) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Leveling Set (Large) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Leveling Set (Medium) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Leveling Set (Small) PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Self-Improvement Booster Set (Large) PS4 &amp; PS5…</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Self-Improvement Booster Set (Medium) PS4 &amp; PS5…</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Self-Improvement Booster Set (Small) PS4 &amp; PS5…</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Special Job Set PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – Yakuza CD Collection Set PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Little Nightmares I &amp; II Bundle PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Little Nightmares II PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Mafia II: Definitive Edition</li>
<li>Mafia III: Definitive Edition</li>
<li>Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Marvel’s Midnight Suns Digital+ Edition for PS4™</li>
<li>Marvel’s Midnight Suns Digital+ Edition for PS5™</li>
<li>Marvel’s Midnight Suns Season Pass for PS4™</li>
<li>Marvel’s Midnight Suns Season Pass for PS5™</li>
<li>Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame 6 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak Deluxe</li>
<li>Monster Hunter Rise Deluxe Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Digital Deluxe</li>
<li>Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Master Edition Digital Deluxe</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat X</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat X XL Pack</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat™ 1 Premium Edition</li>
<li>MotoGP™23 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4</li>
<li>NARUTO STORM 4 – Season Pass</li>
<li>Need for Speed™ Heat</li>
<li>Need for Speed™ Payback</li>
<li>Need for Speed™ Unbound Palace Edition</li>
<li>Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Nioh 2 Remastered – The Complete Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Outlast</li>
<li>Overcooked! 2</li>
<li>Overcooked! All You Can Eat</li>
<li>Paint the Town Red</li>
<li>PAW Patrol World</li>
<li>PAW Patrol World – Aqua Pups – Costume Pack</li>
<li>PAW Patrol World – Halloween – Costume Pack</li>
<li>PAW Patrol World – Rescue Knights – Costume Pack</li>
<li>PAW Patrol World – The Mighty Movie – Costume Pack</li>
<li>PAW Patrol World – Ultimate Rescue – Costume Pack</li>
<li>PAW Patrol: Grand Prix</li>
<li>PAW Patrol: Grand Prix – Pup Treat Arena</li>
<li>PAW Patrol: Grand Prix – Race in Barkingburg</li>
<li>Plants vs. Zombies™ Garden Warfare 2</li>
<li>RACCOON CITY EDITION</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Assault Rifle NSR47 &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Chicago Typewriter &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Life Crystals X 12</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Life Crystals X 25</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Life Crystals X 5</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Python &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Samurai Edge &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Shotgun TAP194 &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Raid Mode: Sniper Rifle SVD &amp; Parts</li>
<li>Red Dead Redemption &amp; Red Dead Redemption 2 Bundle</li>
<li>Red Dead Redemption 2: Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>Red Dead Redemption 2: Story Mode and Ultimate Edition Content</li>
<li>Remnant II – DLC Bundle</li>
<li>Remnant II® – Standard Edition</li>
<li>Remnant II® – The Awakened King</li>
<li>Remnant II® – Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>RER2 Episode Four: Metamorphosis</li>
<li>RER2 Episode Three: Judgment</li>
<li>RER2 Episode Two: Contemplation</li>
<li>RER2 Extra Episode: Little Miss</li>
<li>RER2 Extra Episode: The Struggle</li>
<li>RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard Gold Edition</li>
<li>Resident Evil 7 Gold Edition &amp; Village Gold Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Resident Evil Revelations 2 – Season Pass</li>
<li>Resident Evil Revelations 2 Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>RIDE 5</li>
<li>RIDE 5 – Special Edition</li>
<li>Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration</li>
<li>RoboCop: Rogue City</li>
<li>Scorn</li>
<li>Sekiro™: Shadows Die Twice – Game of the Year Edition</li>
<li>Shadow of the Tomb Raider Definitive Edition</li>
<li>Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI Anthology</li>
<li>Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI Platinum Edition</li>
<li>Smalland: Survive the Wilds</li>
<li>SONIC SUPERSTARS</li>
<li>Star Trek Online: 11000 Zen</li>
<li>Star Trek Online: 5300 Zen</li>
<li>STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™ Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>STEEP</li>
<li>Steep X Games Gold Edition</li>
<li>Street Fighter™ 6</li>
<li>Street Fighter™ 6 Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Street Fighter™ 6 Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League</li>
<li>TERA Coin 1,000</li>
<li>TERA Coin 10,000 (+1,000 Bonus)</li>
<li>TERA Coin 2,000 (+100 Bonus)</li>
<li>TERA Coin 5,000 (+300 Bonus)</li>
<li>Terraria – PlayStation®4 Edition</li>
<li>The Division 2 – Warlords of New York – Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition – PS5 &amp; PS4</li>
<li>The Last of Us™ Part I Digital Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>The Last of Us™ Remastered</li>
<li>The Nioh Collection</li>
<li>The Quarry – Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 City Living</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Cool Kitchen Stuff</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Cottage Living Expansion Pack</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Dine Out</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Eco Lifestyle</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Fitness Stuff</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Get to Work</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Growing Together Expansion Pack</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Home Chef Hustle Stuff Pack</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Island Living</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Kids Room Stuff</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Laundry Day Stuff</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Luxury Party Stuff</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Moschino Stuff Pack</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Movie Hangout Stuff</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 My Wedding Stories Game Pack</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Nifty Knitting Stuff Pack</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Outdoor Retreat</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Parenthood</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Seasons</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Star Wars™: Journey to Batuu Game Pack</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 StrangerVille</li>
<li>The Sims™ 4 Vintage Glamour Stuff</li>
<li>The Texas Chain Saw Massacre</li>
<li>theHunter: Call of the Wild™</li>
<li>Thief Simulator</li>
<li>Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands: Next-Level Edition</li>
<li>Tom Clancy’s The Division 2</li>
<li>Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition</li>
<li>Trailmakers</li>
<li>Truck and Logistics Simulator</li>
<li>UFC® 5 Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>Warface: Clutch – 12 000 Kredits</li>
<li>Warface: Clutch – 2800 Kredits</li>
<li>Warface: Clutch – 5700 Kredits</li>
<li>WWE 2K24</li>
<li>WWE 2K24 40 Years of WrestleMania Edition</li>
<li>WWE 2K24 Cross-Gen Digital Edition</li>
</ul>
</template>
<template data-fallback="" data-goal="" data-parent-id="f56c7440-d507-49a4-89a0-b8575fd63114"></template>
<personalization-block class="alignnone" client-id="f56c7440-d507-49a4-89a0-b8575fd63114"></personalization-block>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><em>*Sale ends on 24 April at 23:59 PDT/GMT. Certain deals end before 24 April. Games in the promotion may differ by region. Check PlayStation Store for more details.ls.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/26/20240327-psstore/',
                'The Spring Sale comes to PlayStation Store',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/f7ea3d09982a28b2b1b5374e41d98b71b0187295.png?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">PlayStation Store’s Spring Sale begins Wednesday March 27. For a limited time* you can enjoy deep discounts of up to 70% off across a wide selection of games and add-ons. That includes Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III Cross-Gen Edition, NBA 2K24 Kobe Bryant Edition, Hogwarts Legacy and Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name and many, many more.</p>
<p class=""> The list is so huge we can’t include everything here,<a href="https://store.playstation.com/pages/SpringSale?emcid=or-pl-506820" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"> head to PlayStation Store</a> to discover your regional discount pricing.</p>
<p class=""><em>Sale refreshes at 23:59 Asia local time on 10 April and some deals will be replaced by new offers. Sale ends on 24 April at 23:59 Asia local time. Certain deals end before 24 April. Check PlayStation Store for details of individual deals.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/27/latest-no-mans-sky-update-adds-ship-customisation-new-guild-system-space-station-overhaul-and-more/',
                'Latest No Man’s Sky update adds ship customisation, new Guild system, space station overhaul, and more',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/66c81c09f6b324dc11877f4114ebd6a4a115d2ec.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Hello, only last month we welcomed a huge number of new PlayStation Travellers to the <a data-id="https://www.playstation.com/games/no-mans-sky/?smcid=ma" data-type="URL" href="https://www.playstation.com/games/no-mans-sky/?smcid=ma">No Man’s Sky</a> universe with our free Omega expedition, which brought a ton of new content. It’s incredible to watch new folks getting to experience eight years of updates since launch.</p>
<p class="">Today March 27, we are releasing our 27th major update – Orbital – and this is a big one!</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6TFms75j-5Y" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">The Orbital update brings a complete overhaul to Space Stations. Until now these have been perhaps the only part of No Man’s Sky that wasn’t procedurally generated. Engine improvements have allowed us to create vast interior spaces and exterior spaces, with improved reflection and metallic surfaces.</p>
<p class="">Outside, Space Station exteriors are at a scale never seen before and are hugely varied.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610412694_cb7d75143a_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610412694_cb7d75143a_4k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Inside, Stations have been transformed, and are now vast, procedurally generated, and incredibly diverse. Featuring new shops, gameplay and activities, Stations are now uniquely customised based on system, race and locale.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610075411_1faae29d8b_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610075411_1faae29d8b_4k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Stations also contain perhaps our most requested feature of all time! A ship editor allows players to customise their ships and players can even create never-before-seen starship types.</p>
<p class="">We haven’t introduced customisation previously, because so many players love exploring to find the perfect ship already out there to purchase. In keeping with exploration, to customize their ship, travelers gather and trade parts for their ships as they explore, salvaging the best components from wrecks and ruins</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53609201422_21575e1645_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53609201422_21575e1645_4k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">We are also introducing a new Guild system, making joining Guilds and increasing reputation a much larger part of the game. Visit new Guild envoys on Space Stations to gain supplies and rare items, or make donations to increase your standing.</p>
<p class="">You can own a freighter and even build up a fleet of frigates in No Man’s Sky. Now you can send that frigate fleet on away missions where if they get into trouble, as frigate captain, you can perform daring rescues. Players can scramble your squadron of fighters, and warp to battles and engage your attackers.</p>
<p class="">The Orbital update adds ship customisation, transforms Space Stations inside and out, a new guild system, engine improvements, UI refresh and much more. It’s a huge update with several major features that have been on player’s wishlists for a long time. We have a lot more planned this year as our journey continues.</p>
<p class="">These and many more additions and quality of life improvements can be found when PlayStation players download the Orbital update to No Man’s Sky today.</p>
<p class="">Our journey continues.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/27/sand-land-introduces-the-hearts-gang-and-the-new-forest-land-gameplay/',
                'Sand Land introduces the Hearts gang and the new Forest Land gameplay',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/11c707bd4b34541a5ac523c51fe956358399ba72.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Earlier this month, the world lost a one-of-a-kind creative talent with the news of Akira Toriyama’s passing. While Dragon Ball will always be Toriyama-sensei’s best-known work, he leaves behind a legacy full of many other imaginative worlds across games, anime, and manga. Before leaving us, he worked with Bandai Namco to flesh out one of his short manga creations further: Sand Land. Alongside a new anime series, Toriyama-sensei gave input on a videogame adaptation of <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/sand-land/?smcid=ma">Sand Land</a> that would allow players to explore this unique world for themselves.</p>
<p class="">The classic manga Sand Land lives on in Bandai Namco’s new game, which ventures beyond where the original story concludes. Read on to find out what new adventures await our mech-powered demon hero in the wetlands, caves, and Forest Land. Speaking of Forest Land, we also have a reveal of new gameplay from the woodland biome.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ia70ZYVQ4V0" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Every demon has his day</h2>
<p class="">Sand Land follows the exploits of Beelzebub, the prince of a tribe of demons living in a vast desert environment known as Sand Land. Because of his heritage, Beelzebub is mischievous, spoiled, and snarky, but he’s also got a soft spot for helping others in need and a strong sense of justice — even if he won’t admit it. Sand Land is facing a crisis: water is becoming increasingly scarce, as a selfish human king is hoarding the live-giving resource. While Sand Land descends into chaos as fighting over the limited supply intensifies, Sheriff Rao approaches the demons to help liberate the water supply. Beelzebub, his handservant Thief, and the ever-mysterious Rao to help Sand Land and maybe even realms beyond. </p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610046606_22ba49a6f3_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610046606_22ba49a6f3_4k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Sand Land is an action RPG with a vast world to explore. You directly control Beelzebub, who is accompanied by companions Thief and Rao. Beelzebub is the one who gets in the thick of most of the action, using hand-to-hand combat and dark magic to overcome his foes. The other characters provide support and advice, bantering with the Prince about current events and suggesting where to go and what to do next.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExdTJrZGl5N3Yyb21raDdyeTJ0cDZuemtqbHZuemZ0ZmR5b2lnMTB4YyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/byx39bdMB8RQCxZAmI/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">Beelzebub is pretty nimble on foot, but one element that sets Sand Land apart from other titles is its emphasis on vehicles. Beelzebub can acquire and upgrade a huge variety of sweet rides: bikes, tanks, hovercraft, dune buggies, and more. Each vehicle is tailor-made for certain terrain and combat situations: bikes can get you around basic terrain with ease and speed, while jump-bots can help you spring up to higher ground, and tanks are, well, tanky. Vehicles you acquire can be upgraded and customized with weapons, paint, and emblems to make them each uniquely yours.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMXU0bXI3NTVoZ3l4Nm1rMWhoajV3eDF4NDgzaHAxM2E2czN2OWo4byZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/qWKKL7o4qlNii80RZI/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">What’s especially handy is that Beelzebub can call upon many of his vehicles with a few button presses. All it takes is a poof, and you’ve got some mega mobility or heavy firepower right next to you, ready to go. Of course, these machines aren’t invincible, and you’ll need to keep your ammo stocks replenished. Still, when you need to scale that cliff or cross that moat, you’ve got your necessary equipment at hand–and sometimes you can just hijack something neat-looking you find lying around. Sometimes, your sweet ride might even be alive.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Into the woods</h2>
<p class="">Sand Land is a huge game. Not only do you have all of Sand Land to explore — and the base of Spino to rebuild — but the story continues past the manga’s ending and introduces a whole extra setting to explore: the verdant Forest Land.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExbm1jaTNhNTc0Yjlsb3g5NHNyYzI1NHU5em9jaWFicDhhM3V1YzV4eiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/bz547A53gYAfs1GBWX/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">After fighting through a sprawling dungeon, we washed up in this new environment. It was clear it would be no walk in the park — there was a lot of sinister scheming among the Forest Land military. We were then tasked with rescuing a lass named Ann from her captors. It’s not an easy feat since she’s holed up in a fort teeming with guardian soldiers.</p>
<p class="">But Beelzebub knows how to be a sneaky little devil and has just the right moves to creep up on—and then scare the bejeezus out of—some hapless troopers who’ve never seen a real demon before.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610383224_a97670bb0d_6k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610383224_a97670bb0d_6k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Not everyone’s going to faint when they see a scary face, though. Fortunately, that’s where the tank comes in. Bringing out the big guns and making expert use of the tank’s special Outrigger ability laid waste to Ann’s captors—and when we faced off against the boss, we got to hijack some sweet melee-mashing battle armor to bring home with us.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610046611_785a9b2039_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610046611_785a9b2039_4k.jpg"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Taking on the world</h2>
<p class="">Sand Land is brimming with sidequests and activities outside the main story missions. Beelzebub is eager to prove his greatness, and to that end, he’s happy to help his fellow demons and, well, maybe some humans too. Monster problems? Special deliveries? Unexplored territory? This Prince can handle it all.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610259188_ad8f542719_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53610259188_ad8f542719_4k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Of course, with miscreants running rampant across Sand Land, it only makes sense that there would be bounties on some of the more notorious creatures and criminals. Several gangs named after card suits occupy their territories and don’t take kindly to intruders. One such gang, the Hearts, has a unique sense of decor for their not-so-hidden hideout. If Beelzebub can infiltrate their HQ, he’ll find that there’s a big bounty on the leader—but he’s not going down without a fight.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExaDk5YXhpNzl2d2NwbjVkNDhycGwzY3pvcGhtODVhazRoYWJzbmh0eSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/wo8JeqpsuIE66gVouo/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">Sand Land looks set to deliver on a significant promise: immersing you in Toriyama-sensei’s big, beautiful world and epic story. With graphics that capture the manga’s intricate linework, characters and interactions filled with intrigue and humor, and a whole lot of raptor-riding, magic-wielding, tank-busting action, it’s hard to imagine a better tribute to the life and legacy of Akira Toriyama.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/27/full-details-on-call-of-duty-modern-warfare-iii-and-warzone-season-3-launching-april-3/',
                'Full details on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Warzone Season 3, launching April 3',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/2a5be23e29918d22980dfd2cfa7b63a94b16d881.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Rally your squad for the biggest season update yet! Introducing new maps, a new Zombies mission and Rift, the return of Rebirth Island, and much more, Season 3 is stacked with new experiences.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AuF0N0bS9SA" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">Season 3 of <a href="https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-iii/">Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III</a> and <a href="https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP0002-PPSA01649_00-CODWZ2BUNDLE0001/">Call of Duty: Warzone</a> launches on April 3 on PS4 and PS5. </p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Multiplayer Overview</h2>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Core 6v6 Maps </h3>
<p class=""><strong>6 Star (Launch):</strong> Battle atop the Hadiqa 6 Star resort in Dubai, catering to ultra-rich guests with an infinity pool, skybridge, and exclusive club.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Emergency (Launch):</strong> Deploy to a wing of the State Disease Control Agency in the wake of a disaster, set around the red sandstone of Sedona, Arizona.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Growhouse (Launch): </strong>A re-imagined take on Sphere from <em>Call of Duty®: Vanguard</em>. Fight mid- to long-ranged battles above ground and close up underground.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Tanked (Launch): </strong>Drop into Vondel Zoo after hours in this fast-paced, mid-sized map centered around the aquarium and reptile exhibits.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Mid-Season Maps: </strong>Play the rundown Grime map next to a derelict canal, plus Checkpoint based on Rebirth Island’s Stronghold. </p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>New Game Modes</strong></h3>
<p class=""><strong>Capture the Flag (Launch): </strong>Steal the enemy’s flag and return it to your home base while yours is still in place.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Minefield (Launch): </strong>Defeated players drop a Proximity Mine where they fall. The mine is only deadly to their team, setting up wild combos. Applied to a variety of game modes.</p>
<p class=""><strong>One in the Chamber (Launch): </strong>Start with three lives and a one-hit-kill bullet. Earn another bullet for each elimination. If you’re out, go for the melee finish. </p>
<p class=""><strong>Plus, Ranked Play: </strong>Compete in Ranked Play Season 3, featuring all-new Seasonal and Skill Division rewards.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Zombies Overview</strong></h3>
<p class=""><strong>New Rift, New Mission (Mid-Season): </strong>Embark on a rescue mission in the third Dark Aether Rift to save Dr. Ava Jansen.</p>
<p class=""><strong>New Challenges, Schematics (Mid-Season): </strong>Tackle new Prestige Calling Card and Camo challenges, and face down enemies with three new earnable schematics:</p>
<p class=""><strong>New Warlord (Mid-Season): </strong>Warlord Rainmaker has commandeered a fortress on Rahaa Island. Approach the artillery and demolitions expert with caution.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Call of Duty: Warzone Overview</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602597190_add25b8448_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602597190_add25b8448_4k.jpg"/></a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Welcome Back to Rebirth Island (Launch)</h3>
<p class="">Rebirth Island returns, the main destination of your Resurgence matches and Season 3 Ranked Play. </p>
<p class=""><strong>Modes: </strong>Along with Rebirth Resurgence, other Season 3 modes include Rebirth Lockdown, Rebirth Resurgence Loaded, and High Trip Resurgence.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Public Events and Contracts:</strong> Compete in Public Events like Gulag: Climb and Punishment and Heavy Armor. Take on the new Spy Drones Contract. Attempt the Rebirth Island Champion’s Quest.</p>
<p class=""><strong>New Features: </strong>Buff your squad with the Squad Rage Field Upgrade and gear up with the Military Box. See future gas circles with the Foresight Killstreak and improve your abilities with the hard-to-find Specialist Perk Package.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Season 3 Battle Pass</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53601260387_5d4cf47236_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53601260387_5d4cf47236_4k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Earn 100+ tiers of content, including four new weapons, eight new Aftermarket Parts, and new Operators like Vladimir Makarov and Snoop Dogg. Up your game with the “Stasis BlackCell” Operator and more with BlackCell premium content.</p>
<p class=""><strong>New Store Offerings: </strong>Get new bundles like <strong>Tracer Pack: Cheech and Chong</strong>, several <strong>Godzilla x Kong: New Empire </strong>bundles, <strong>Tracer Pack: Big Brain Ultra Skin</strong>, and more.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Season 3 Combat Pack for PlayStation Plus members</h2>
<p class="">Available on April 10, the Season 3 Combat Pack grants Élodie, “Lockpick” a new Operator Skin “Starry Nightmare”.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602597215_c87f65187c_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53602597215_c87f65187c_4k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">PlayStation Plus members will also receive the following: the “Rembrandt Rifle” Assault Rifle Blueprint, the “Raphael Rival” SMG Blueprint, the “Cerulean Enigma” Weapon Charm, the “Cobalt Conspirator” Calling Card, the “Azure Avenger” Weapon Sticker, and the “Anonymous Artist” Emblem.</p>
<p class="">Plus, PlayStation Players will receive a 2XP Player boost in-game from 4/18 – 4/19.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">New Challenges and Events</h2>
<p class="">Along with new Weekly Challenges, play seasonal events like Godzilla x Kong: Battle for Hollow Earth, Blaze Up, High Trip, and Vortex, with four more events arriving in the mid-season.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Season 3 launches April 3</strong></h2>
<p class="">Purchase Modern Warfare III on PlayStation to enjoy additional benefits and a free in-game bundle each season with the Combat Pack.</p>
<p class="">Stay frosty.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/29/share-of-the-week-rise-of-the-ronin/',
                'Share of the Week: Rise of the Ronin',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/03/4e25768c289fdbb5a4de7a4a85e16f7f2395225e.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Last week, we asked you to travel to 19th-century Japan and share epic moments from Rise of the Ronin using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights:</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53615579246_997420f7d5_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53615579246_997420f7d5_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/Amulet_seven/status/1771342318391718124/photo/1"><em>Amulet_seven</em></a><em> </em><em>shares a ronin in a woven hat wielding two katanas against a mountain landscape</em></p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53615579221_77726858ed_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53615579221_77726858ed_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/n_asatom/status/1771337239995539512/photo/1"><em>n_asatom</em></a><em> </em><em>shares a ronin lounging on the sand with an orange cat in front of them</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53616028190_4f7caa8898_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53616028190_4f7caa8898_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/TakaSanGames/status/1772843184768561388/photo/1"><em>TakaSanGames</em></a><em> </em><em>shares a ronin meditating on a hill overlooking a sunset mountain landscape</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53614708167_532316ba78_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53614708167_532316ba78_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/marka_game/status/1772567931911905557/photo/4"><em>marka_game</em></a><em> <em>shares a ronin slashing with a katana blade that is on fire</em></em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53614708077_cc96d790d6_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53614708077_cc96d790d6_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/sayaka693518/status/1771945890984362167/photo/3"><em>sayaka693518</em></a><em> </em><em>shares a ronin flying with mechanical wings</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53616028085_e5a06e4d79_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53616028085_e5a06e4d79_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/TheFourthFocus/status/1771899027103109621/photo/1"><em>TheFourthFocus</em></a><em> </em><em>shares a sinister enemy surrounded by red mist</em></p>
<p class="">Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53614708062_7e9548faa0_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53614708062_7e9548faa0_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">THEME:  Rise of the Ronin – Weapons and Armor<br/>SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on April 3, 2024</p>
<p class="">Next week, show off the Veiled Edge’s diverse wardrobe with your creations. Share different weapons and armor sets in Rise of the Ronin using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/01/players-choice-vote-for-marchs-best-new-game-3/',
                'Players’ Choice: Dragon’s Dogma 2 voted March’s top new game',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/892f742cd5681f66ed6cac1cf68b476126764756.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Last month monsters were defeated, townspeople were saved, and numerous quests were completed. Dragon’s Dogma 2 claimed the Players’ Choice title. Congrats to Capcom!</p>
<p class="">What games have you been playing in April? Share predictions on what will win for this month in the comments below.</p>
<hr class="ps-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/>
<p class="">March led the way in exploring new places, cultures, and franchises. From road trips and long hikes to turn-of-the-century inventions and futuristic tech, which excursion was your top pick?</p>
<p class=""><strong>How does it work?</strong> At the end of every month, PlayStation.Blog will open a poll where you can vote for the best new game released that month. After the polls close we will tally your votes, and announce the winner on our social channels and PlayStation.Blog. PlayStation Store will also showcase some top Players’ Choice winners throughout the year.</p>
<p class=""><strong>What is the voting criteria?</strong> That’s up to you! If you were only able to recommend one new release to a friend that month, which would it be? Note: re-released games don’t qualify, while remakes are reserved for ambitious, larger-scale rebuilds such as Resident Evil 4 (2023) and Final Fantasy VII Remake.</p>
<p class=""><strong>How are nominees decided?</strong> The PlayStation.Blog and PlayStation Store editorial teams will gather a list of that month’s most noteworthy releases and use it to seed the poll. Write-in votes will be accepted.</p>
<figure class="wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-crowdsignal wp-block-embed-crowdsignal"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
<script>var pd_tags = new Array;pd_tags["13559174-src"]="poll-oembed-simple";</script><script charset="utf-8" src="https://secure.polldaddy.com/p/13559174.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
</div></figure>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/01/playstation-stars-campaigns-and-digital-collectibles-for-april-2024/',
                'PlayStation Stars Campaigns and Digital Collectibles for April 2024',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/6484e43fcc49ceff0122d974a74bec564a83f149.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Hello, PlayStation Stars members – this April, get ready for an array of Campaigns. From post-apocalyptic adventures to virtual reality titles and relaxing cozy games, we’ve got a diverse lineup. Explore intriguing puzzle games, unlock Digital Collectibles, and experience new challenges. Let’s dive into the details.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: PlayStation Plus Game Catalog: Apocalypse Edition | Reward: 50 Points</strong><br/>Available April 1</p>
<p class=""></p>
<p class="">There are hundreds of games in the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium/Deluxe members. For this month, experience picks that are all about the post-apocalyptic vibe. Play any one of the games below to earn 50 Points.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Days Gone [PS4]</li>
<li>Death Stranding [PS4 &amp; PS5]</li>
<li>Doom Eternal [PS4 &amp; PS5]</li>
<li>NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… [PS4 &amp; PS5]</li>
</ul>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: PlayStation Plus Game Catalog: Must-play this Month | Reward: 50 Points</strong><br/>Available April 2</p>
<p class=""></p>
<p class="">Check out this month’s selection of games from the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog. Play any one of them to earn 50 Points.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Immortals of Aveum [PS5]</li>
<li>Minecraft Legends [PS4 &amp; PS5]</li>
<li>Skul: The Hero Slayer [PS4]</li>
</ul>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: PlayStation VR2 | Game Drop | Reward: 50 Points</strong><br/>Available April 11</p>
<p class=""></p>
<p class="">The PlayStation VR2 game library continues to grow. Buy any one of the games below and earn 50 Points.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Legendary Tales [PS5]</li>
<li>Pavlov [PS5]</li>
<li>Arizona Sunshine 2 [PS5]</li>
<li>Beat the Beats VR [PS5]</li>
</ul>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: PlayStation &amp; You: PS4 | Digital Collectible: PlayStation 4 Console – Silver</strong><br/>Available April 15</p>
<p class=""></p>
<p class="">Let’s travel back in time to 2017. Available only for registered PlayStation 4 console –  Silver owners. Play any PS4 or PS5 game and unlock your limited edition PlayStation 4 Console – Silver Digital Collectible.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExbGIyeDlncjJnNDBtNjFocXdxdmc1cjFhcGlzcWdjOHA4eHNrMjl1MyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/RK8NCABfNuqdiZZ12N/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: Wind Down with PlayStation | Digital Collectible: Hop, Sleep, and a Jump</strong><br/>Available April 17</p>
<p class=""></p>
<p class="">It’s cozy game time. Come relax with us by starting any one of the games below to unlock your Digital Collectible.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story [PS4 &amp; PS5]</li>
<li>Disney Dreamlight Valley [PS4 &amp; PS5]</li>
<li>I Am Setsuna [PS4]</li>
<li> Lemon Cake [PS5]</li>
</ul>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExcTZ3c2ludWx4c2FnbXpzcXdxaDd4OWZ1NDE1aDd5ZjM4N2tkaDR4ZSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/3sWJRJ9h9TeDGF6KHj/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: Brain Games II | Digital Collectible: Synaptic Feedback II</strong><br/>Available April 18</p>
<p class=""></p>
<p class="">Set off for adventure in these puzzle games that allow you to explore mysterious locales while putting your puzzle skills to the test. Play any one of the games below to unlock the next mysterious Digital Collectible piece.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The Gardens Between [PS4 &amp; PS5]</li>
<li>I Am Dead [PS4 &amp; PS5]</li>
<li>Life of Delta [PS5]</li>
</ul>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExNXZqbGo3dmY4ZHdoa2hxOWJ1MnpnMXc5MXpyM3Vnend0bTBicmZ6aiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/LKOMJjByNb2340C2bh/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: Tales of Kenzera: Zau | A Once Black Sky | Digital Collectible: Impundulu</strong><br/>Available April 23</p>
<p class="">Play Tales of Kenzera: Zau, earn the “A Once Black Sky” trophy, and unlock your Digital Collectible.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExczFrYnpoY2owZWdmODV3bXM4c2RkaGFrNmQ4YTB5NjlrOWw1ejlrZiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/r7H9ELbocKvdo8qDRL/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Head to PlayStation App to see all PlayStation Stars Campaigns throughout the month. Not a PlayStation Stars member yet? Learn more about PlayStation Stars and join for free <a href="https://store.playstation.com/sky/qrcode/?smcid=Social%3ABlog%3Aloyalty-banner%3AApr-24">here</a>.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/02/dave-the-diver-plunges-into-playstation-plus-game-catalog-april-16/',
                'Dave the Diver plunges into PlayStation Plus Game Catalog April 16',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/e9f7147b2c67b04e0df1cbbd62d31d932fda9195.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Greetings. I’m Jaeho Hwang, the director and game designer behind Dave the Diver. I’m excited to bring <a href="https://store.playstation.com/concept/10009413?smcid=ma">Dave the Diver to PlayStation 5 on April 16</a>, expanding the game’s horizons and inviting more players through the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog. </p>
<p class="">Dave the Diver is a unique hybrid ocean adventure that combines ocean exploration with sushi restaurant management. At the heart of the game lies the core gameplay loop, narrative, characters, and captivating mini-games. </p>
<p class="">Our journey kicked off with a simple concept: a diving game in which a deep Blue Hole serves as a mystical dungeon populated by fish that double as enemies and items to loot. In the early days of the prototype, the gameplay revolved primarily around catching fish and trading them for currency, but we soon felt that we could do more with these aquatic creatures. </p>
<p class="">This led to the introduction of a sushi restaurant mechanic that allowed players to prepare culinary delights from their underwater catch. Of course, this was enough to make for good gameplay, and as the lynchpin of our gameplay loop, this addition was praised in internal reviews. However, in an effort to spice things up and prevent monotony, we focused on our unique characters to create compelling and fun side content which ended up adding a dash of individuality to the experience. </p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Cooking contest</h2>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExd2gxYzN0cWlpM2dzczJ2bnllbjc0dngycjAwOXN4c2FsaHU2dzljeiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/OqiEEaFkYd1B4aaPeW/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">While the initial gameplay focuses on preparing the menu and serving delectable dishes in the bustling sushi restaurant, players will later find themselves entangled in the culinary excitement of a cooking contest. This addition elevates the gameplay beyond just serving food and immerses players in a new cook-off experience that complements the game’s overarching theme. </p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Seahorse racing </h2>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZzBsZ3Q2MGhzNmpodHZkbGdseG5hdTRlMDRyaHp3eWpibHJveTE2YyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/uEYs7Sez1VxubzkqIC/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Halfway through the game, players will stumble upon a new deep-sea mini-game allowing them to send seahorses to race through the village. With a variety of seahorses sporting unique stats scattered throughout the Blue Hole, the feat of collecting and racing these creatures adds a thrilling element to the gameplay experience. </p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Taking photographs</h2>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExcnM1bnpoYmM3dDc1NGYyYmd3b3NiajVpMHVjaGJrYjR0cTVlYWU0eiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/3XkXPpmZ1VSv9iumbI/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Beneath the waves of the Blue Hole lies a diverse ecosystem, where players will encounter both aggressive and peace-loving amiable fish species. In the midst of this underwater tapestry, players can now enjoy the tranquil activity of photographing these peaceful aquatic inhabitants. Players earn rewards by snapping shots of these creatures without the need for combat or capture and presenting their discoveries to Udo, the photographer. You should also try your hand at photographing some fish that only appear at night!</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Duff’s rhythm Game </h2>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZHdqZHQ4OWN4dTltYjY0NzE0cmc1NzczdG1vdjBreGtoM3Z4a3Y0dSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/b964GsHCc1BoEdBGYN/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">This is the most delightful twist that caught everyone off guard; What on earth is this rhythm game with an anime title song doing in the diving game?! One of our characters, Duff, an avid fan of Stra Stella – a fictional anime within the game – embarks on a musical journey to attend a dream concert featuring beloved characters. To inject a burst of dynamism we introduced this mini-game with a vibrant backdrop, steering clear of monotony and offering a refreshing twist to the overall gaming experience. </p>
<p class="">We set out to present different gameplay elements to create a new kind of experience, mixing everything from culinary showdowns to rhythmic reveries. And, of course, it’s all brought to life by a cast of charming characters. Additionally, Dave the Diver on PS5 features haptic feedback and adaptive triggers for increased sensory engagement. Navigate the mysterious depths and feel the delicate vibrations in the variety of mini-games that await exploration in the deep-sea!  </p>
<p class="">Also a reminder: get ready for this coming May, as<a href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/01/31/dave-the-diver-splashes-onto-ps5-and-ps4-this-april-godzilla-dlc-revealed/"> the legendary Godzilla makes his way into Dave’s world</a>! Stay tuned to witness what new fun this colossal kaiju will unleash. Remember, anything is possible in the Blue Hole.</p>
<p class=""><em><a data-id="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/02/tales-of-kenzera-zau-releases-day-1-into-the-playstation-plus-game-catalog-on-april-23/" data-type="URL" href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/02/tales-of-kenzera-zau-releases-day-1-into-the-playstation-plus-game-catalog-on-april-23/">Tales of Kenzera: Zau</a> was also announced today as a Day 1 PlayStation Plus Game Catalog title. Learn more from about the debut action-exploration game from developer Surgent Studios.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/02/tales-of-kenzera-zau-releases-day-1-into-the-playstation-plus-game-catalog-on-april-23/',
                'Tales of Kenzera: Zau releases Day 1 into the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog on April 23',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/14491e90bb19f0ef49b1cec2d733382e7e295684-scaled.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Eventually, we all will contend with grief. It can come in many forms and from many different sources. Surgent Studios’ (founded by  Abubakar Salim) debut game, <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/tales-of-kenzera-zau/?smcid=ma">Tales of Kenzera: Zau</a>, is a 2.5D story-driven, action-exploration game all about facing those emotions and discovering how love gives us the courage to press on after a devastating loss, and it’s coming to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog at launch on April 23rd, 2024! (Available with PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium memberships).</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExNTQ1NnRjbTM4MHh5djM1a2U5dHU4eG1rdG15MmN5MGdxdHNzcDV1eSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/dpzj2zWoqVPsxQY2St/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Players will take control of Zau, a young warrior-shaman from Amandla, who seeks out Kalunga, the God of Death, to bargain with him to bring his Baba back from the realm of the dead.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExcGh2dzUybnB1OWsxOWd1MzVybXl5MDN5bGowZmVzOHZic203dWFxcyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/xm2EH87KCqCW98sjDR/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Wielding two powerful masks imbued with the cosmic power of the sun and the moon in a beautiful and chaotic dance, Zau travels across Kenzera, a rich mystical realm inspired by Bantu tales, fighting tough ancestral spirits and platforming obstacles to find the 3 mighty beings that have eluded the God of Death.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExOG02OGhjem4zemQzajA1OHY4MWs0Z3dwbnNwdW5pc3JieDJsNmNmOSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/xvIydKzQSlOXAjqAgW/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Zau will discover and unlock new powerful abilities and skills during his quest to become a worthy Nganga and reclaim his lost Baba. These include mighty Spirit Attacks like the ferocious Lunar Beam blast that can be unleashed to obliterate enemies using the Moon Mask…</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExeTEybmYxYmw3bWpmaHp5MG16bXlyN3h1d2NtYnczdmNhNXkxbXBvYSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/bC3yOWyNWJz9ggDpUN/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">…and the engulfing fire Supernova that can be used to scorch nearby foes with Shamanistic fire using the Sun Mask.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExd20wYzE0YWcyZWE1Y3Z0YnR3bGl0Yndwdng5MzF0enZkbGJlbG9yNSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/9yOZaWAq08XyJ3FjoV/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Throughout Zau’s adventure, players will earn experience from exploration and combat. This experience can be spent on skill points split between two skill trees, one for the Moon mask and one for the Sun mask. These skills will enable Zau to become more powerful and learn new formidable attack combos and feats , becoming a fierce warrior-shaman.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExYXRla2pvb3FuYm92b2d0a2VtODB4NHM1eWo0ejU1cHJlMmxiNGo5OCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/Ij1nhhRhB5kSKiPLmZ/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Along his journey, Zau will also find ancient Shaman Shrines which gift him unbelievable abilities, such as the power of Gliding across the plains to cover long distances or slow his descent…</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExM3R0bnRsajl5dzFsb2hzb3kzZXF4ZHB5emVmbXMzMWRyZXZiYXk2OSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/KifCRcFi3LogBT0TTb/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">…or the cosmic Pulse ability which can enable him to to break down and reconstruct barriers in his path.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMmNwejhoOW02cmlzNG84cGhsZDh1cWwzcDNsd3dkMjZsb2hlanEzbCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/Ro4BKLC2vuHbhvkibU/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Players will discover a rich universe with untold lore of chaos &amp; order and journey through mystical biomes inspired by the emotions and questions that humans face along the journey of grief, giving you key thinking points to reflect on as you and Zau travel across Kenzera. Like the gloomy swamp-filled Woodlands and the Deadlands, home to fatal lava pools, biomes all bursting with colour and depth.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExYjFpczh5ZXQyYWdnNjFrNzE2eHZlbm1nb25iN2Q3bjlrbmwzMXB4eSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/P2rOoZYAkceXu7F2zI/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Humanity and healing is at the heart of Tales of Kenzera: Zau. On this journey, Zau will encounter other characters who are also going through their own personal journey of grief, who aid him to learn and grow from their experiences.</p>
<p class="">Players will find great Baobab trees during their adventure. These trees offer great meaning to Zau, as his Baba would take him to these very trees to meditate. While exploring these, you will witness those moments of  remembrance and healing that Zau goes through without even realising.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExYnFyejU0ODBzZDhwMWhscGphMDNleXpzM29rNzE0djh2cTVxbTdxbCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/ZmDe0XbSFZFanefQNA/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">These enthralling visuals are accompanied by a captivating and enchanting original soundtrack by multi-award-winning composer Nainita Desai.</p>
<p class="">Zau will also encounter Yumboes, creatures who hail from a world of ever-present joy, and offer respite to Zau at their campfires. You can also fast-travel between discovered campfires.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMzNubmdhb2drZGZ0cTFrM2RyNGhwbDhyZDV4bjFyNG8yOGEzZmhqMiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/4A0an1Bsl10ibj5sct/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">There’s not long to go until you can explore the beautiful and treacherous lands of Kenzera and embrace the dance of the shaman with the launch date scheduled for April 23, 2024.</p>
<p class="">We look forward to seeing PlayStation fans exploring Surgent Studio’s Bantu inspired universe and their adventures with Zau when Tales of Kenzera: Zau launches later this month!</p>
<p class=""><em><a data-id="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/02/dave-the-diver-plunges-into-playstation-plus-game-catalog-april-16/" data-type="URL" href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/02/dave-the-diver-plunges-into-playstation-plus-game-catalog-april-16/">Dave the Diver</a> was also announced today as a Day 1 PlayStation Plus Game Catalog title. Learn more from developer Mintrocket.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/04/gran-turismo-world-series-2024-begins-with-online-qualifiers-april-17/',
                'Gran Turismo World Series 2024 begins with online qualifiers April 17',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/84c49141d80525f0cfa6b0296a91c093c02aff04.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Attention Gran Turismo drivers! We’re excited to announce details of the Gran Turismo World Series 2024. Gear up and get ready for another nail-biting season as we start a new format – The Nations Cup and Manufacturers Cup will feature six rounds of Online Qualifiers each.* The best players will progress to four live rounds with spectators, culminating in the World Finals</p>
<p class="">Montreal, Prague and Tokyo announced as host destinations for the Gran Turismo World Series Rounds 1-3 with the venue for the World Finals to be announced.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BjACF0awK0o" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">The Gran Turismo World Series 2024 gets underway on Wednesday, April 17. Any player who has a copy of <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/gran-turismo-7/?smcid=ma">Gran Turismo 7 for PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5</a> can enter the series by heading to the Sport mode in the game. Once there, sign up for the Nations Cup – racing to represent your home country or territory – and/or the Manufacturers Cup, racing for your favorite manufacturer.</p>
<p class="">First up from April 17 are the Online Qualifiers for the Nations Cup: six rounds played out over three weeks. From Wednesday, 8 May the action switches to the Manufacturers Cup, similarly with three weeks and six rounds of Online Qualifiers.</p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627951569_7d9d9bfce7_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627951569_7d9d9bfce7_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">At the end of the Online Qualifiers, the top players will be selected to attend the live events. In a change to the format for 2024, three live Gran Turismo World Series Rounds will lead into the end-of-season World Finals.</p>
<p class="">The calendar for the Gran Turismo World Series 2024 live events is as follows:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Round 1 – Montreal, Canada | Saturday, 6 July</li>
<li>Round 2 – Prague, Czechia | Saturday, August 10</li>
<li>Round 3 – Tokyo, Japan | Saturday, September 28</li>
<li>World Finals – Date and location to be announced</li>
</ul>
<p class="">Fans unable to attend the live events won’t miss any of the action, with each round set to be broadcast live on <a href="https://www.gran-turismo.com/world/live/">https://www.gran-turismo.com/world/live/</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@GRANTURISMOTV">https://www.youtube.com/@GRANTURISMOTV</a>.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627821493_10387ccfd3_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627821493_10387ccfd3_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">In the Nations Cup, the top 12 players (five from the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region; two each from the Central &amp; South America, North America and Asia regions; and one from the Oceania region) will be invited to compete in all four live events. With the 2024 Nations Cup reverting to an individual competition, the 12 competitors will battle at all three Gran Turismo World Series Rounds and the World Finals. Points accumulated at each round will determine the overall 2024 World Champion.</p>
<p class="">The Manufacturers Cup remains a team competition, but with a new twist for 2024. World Series partners Toyota Gazoo Racing, Mazda and Genesis are guaranteed a starting spot at each live event. The other top manufacturers from the Online Qualifiers ranking will create a total field of 12. In the Gran Turismo World Series Rounds 1-3, each manufacturer will be represented by their top driver from the corresponding region to where the event is hosted – Americas in Montreal, EMEA in Prague and Asia-Oceania in Tokyo. For the World Finals, the three drivers per team will be united to compete together. Again, points will be cumulative to decide the World Champions.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627951439_dc116c67c8_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627951439_dc116c67c8_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">The Gran Turismo World Series began in 2018, and 2024 is the seventh season of the ultra-competitive SIM racing championships. In 2023, a thrilling World Finals played out before a lively audience in Barcelona.</p>
<p class="">It was an unexpected, and first-ever, win for Team Nissan in the Manufacturers Cup with Ryota Kokubun (JPN), Mehdi Hafidi (FRA) and Mateo Estevez (ARG) taking home the trophy. Team Mercedes-AMG and Team Genesis completed the podium.</p>
<p class="">In the Nations Cup, Team Spain was dominant in front of their enthusiastic and very vocal home crowd. The experienced Coque López and Jose Serrano were joined in the team by exciting, young newcomer Pol Urra to record an impressive win ahead of Team Japan and Team Brazil.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627951454_d37123634d_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627951454_d37123634d_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Producer of the Gran Turismo series. “We were keen to increase the number of live events for 2024 and so I am excited about the new format we have. Deciding the competitors for all events at an early stage will give fans a real opportunity to get to know our talented drivers and follow them through the season. We shall be at some great venues and so are looking forward to more events with the same fantastic atmosphere we had in Barcelona last year and, of course, more excellent racing.”</p>
<p class="">Michelin, Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR), Genesis, Mazda, Brembo and Fanatec continue their support as official partners of the Gran Turismo World Series in 2024.</p>
<p class="">The Gran Turismo World Series is open to all players with any PS Plus membership for the online rounds through the ‘Sport’ mode in Gran Turismo 7. The Online Qualifiers are organized into a League format with three brackets determined by Driver Ratings, so that players compete in races against opponents of a similar level. Qualification for the live events is subject to terms and conditions which players can read and accept in game.</p>
<p class="has-small-font-size">*<em>Internet connection and PS Plus membership required for entry</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/04/the-5-top-played-games-on-ubisoft-classics/',
                'The 5 top-played games on Ubisoft+ Classics',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/8dc80b1b0f6def65e40dab7ea1728c6227bb6aa5.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Ubisoft+ Classics is a curated catalog of Ubisoft games for players to explore, inviting them on adventures to explore the ancient worlds of England, Greece, and Egypt; test their tactical prowess; race across the wilderness; and more. With a library of over 50 standard edition titles, Ubisoft+ Classics adds new content monthly. Subscribers can expect The Crew 2 and OddBallers in April, The Settlers: New Allies and Watch Dogs in May, and Anno 1800 in June.</p>
<p class="">Most recently, For Honor’s new season, Forged in War, came to Ubisoft+ Classics. For Honor immerses players in an age-old war featuring three of the most notorious fighting factions in history: Knights, Vikings, and Samurai, and the new year is bringing even more to the shores of Heathmoor. Forged in War focuses on the weapons For Honor’s Heroes wield in battle to achieve victory.</p>
<p class="">In addition to For Honor, check out five of the most popular games on Ubisoft+ Classics:</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Assassin’s Creed Valhalla</strong></h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53619502480_51b28e061d_b.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53619502480_51b28e061d_b.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">English shores await raiding Vikings. As Eivor, players will fight Saxons, forge alliances, and build up their Ravensthorpe settlement. Eivor will also meet Hidden Ones who task Eivor with eliminating members of the powerful Order of the Ancients who have infiltrated all levels of society. As players roam thick forests, purple heaths, and ancient cities, they’ll uncover plenty of mysteries and side stories, and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla also gives players a chance to experience stories from Norse mythology – albeit with an Assassin’s Creed twist.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Ghost Recon Breakpoint</strong></h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53619057576_31d3b778a3_b.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53619057576_31d3b778a3_b.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">A military survival game, Ghost Recon Breakpoint will test players in their ability to survive almost as much as their prowess in open combat and stealth. Players take on the role of a Ghost special agent, sent to the Aurora Archipelago to hunt down traitorous Wolves. Aurora is a diverse environment, ranging from frigid mountains to dry deserts to futuristic cities, and each biome has unique advantages and disadvantages. Taking this into account will be crucial to survival – and taking out the enemy before they’re even aware they’re in danger.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Far Cry 6</strong></h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53619394769_c370bbfd52_b.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53619394769_c370bbfd52_b.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">Antón Castillo is Yara’s brutal dictator whose relentless drive to produce Viviro – a purported miracle cancer treatment – leaves countless destroyed lives in his wake. Dani Rojas didn’t plan on joining the rebellion, but after an attempt to flee Yara goes horribly wrong, they fall in with the Libertad guerrillas and their fight to free Yara. As players explore Yara’s diverse regions, Dani will meet many Yaran citizens as well as animal companions that will fight by their side like Chorizo the dog, Guapo the crocodile, and Chicharron the fighting rooster.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Watch Dogs: Legion</strong></h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53619057546_6f4b38f744_b.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53619057546_6f4b38f744_b.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">London’s falling in the dystopian near-future. Underground hacker organization DedSec has been framed for a bombing, and now work to clear its name, take back London, and protect its citizens from police and organized crime alike. The twist is that anyone can be in DedSec, thanks to Watch Dogs: Legion’s unique play-as-anyone feature, meaning players can recruit and play as any NPC they meet in the open world – yes, even the “bad” ones. Each character has their own backstory and skill set, as well as technological tools and weapons, so choose your team carefully when planning how to execute a mission.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Riders Republic</strong></h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53618183112_eb913b3244_b.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53618183112_eb913b3244_b.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">US National Parks have been transformed into an extreme sports playground in Riders Republic. Snowboard or ski down the slopes of Mammoth Mountain; BMX through Zion; wingsuit across Bryce Canyon; and so much more. Players can also take part in multiplayer Mass Races, which pit them against 64 other players to see who can finish the course first.</p>
<p class="">Check out the <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/ubisoft-plus-classics/">full list of games included in a Ubisoft+ Classics subscription at PlayStation.com</a>.</p>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><em>Ubisoft+ Classics is available as a standalone subscription for $7.99 USD per month, and is included for PlayStation Plus Premium and PlayStation Plus Extra members.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/04/helldivers-2-gets-an-explosive-new-warbond-on-april-11/',
                'Helldivers 2 gets an explosive new Warbond on April 11',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/1a42a221dba5b31d68e95588ca9c330910f8e113-scaled.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Noble patriots of Super Earth, the time for stealth is over. A new <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/helldivers-2/?smcid=ma">Helldivers 2</a> Premium Warbond has been deployed to all fighting units on frontlines across the galaxy on April 11. Codename…. Democratic Detonation.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53617475101_5f83c2bb23_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53617475101_5f83c2bb23_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">This concoction of chaos is packed with explosive weapons, fierce armour, super-slick capes and sweet emotes.</p>
<p class="">So let loose and make the biggest bang since the dawn of time to blow up the bugs, melt the machines, and ignite the raging fires of liberty!</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Firepower</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53617919660_c01bbb3297_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53617919660_c01bbb3297_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>BR-14 Adjudicator Rifle</strong></h3>
<p class="">Deliver righteous judgement to your enemies with accuracy. This armour-penetrating assault rifle is best used against smaller groups.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>R-36 Eruptor Rifle</strong></h3>
<p class="">Keep your distance… this bolt-action rifle fires jet-assisted shells that explode shrapnel in all directions upon impact. All directions. Even your face.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53617680638_9a269bf800_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53617680638_9a269bf800_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>CB-9 Exploding Crossbow</strong></h3>
<p class="">Kaboom! Enjoy powerful exploding bolts that dish out max damage upon direct impact. Gravity must be accounted for when aiming.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Secondary Weapons &amp; Utility Booster</h2>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>G-123 Thermite Grenade</strong></h3>
<p class="">This little beauty can stick to surfaces before burning up to a toasty 2000°C.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53617807669_3704f39dc8_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53617807669_3704f39dc8_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>GP-31 Grenade Pistol</strong></h3>
<p class="">Does what it says on the label – a pistol that fires grenades. Don’t forget to reload between shots though.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Expert Extraction Pilot Booster</strong></h3>
<p class="">Need to get out of a jam fast? This booster lowers the time it takes for the extraction shuttle to reach the extraction beacon. Home in time for dinner.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Armour</h2>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53616599702_859dd7de82_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53616599702_859dd7de82_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>CE-27 Ground Breaker</strong></h3>
<p class="">Medium Armour.<br/>“The ground is just another obstacle that hasn’t yet been cleared.” – SGM Janet Jones, Excavation Corps Founder.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>CE-07 Demolition Specialist</strong></h3>
<p class="">Light Armour.<br/>Originally worn by Lunar terraformers, this suit can withstand rapid changes in pressure, heat, and personal velocity.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>FS-55 Devastator</strong></h3>
<p class="">Heavy Armour.<br/>Domestic versions of this armour allow colonial farmers to safely plant crops and mines side-by-side while staying in one piece.</p>
<p class="">Of course, always accessorise your choice of armour with brand-new capes – Harbinger of True Equality, Eagle’s Fury, or Freedom’s Tapestry – as you mix and match your lethal loadout of liberation.</p>
<p class="">Democratic Detonation is rolling out to your Destroyer’s Acquisitions panel on April 11. Let’s drag our malevolent enemies into the burning flames of hell, soldiers. Fire in the hole!</p>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><strong><em>PSN account required. </em></strong><em>Content shown requires base game, paid purchase of Super Credits, and game progression to unlock. Gameplay requires internet access and paid for PlayStation®Plus membership (sold separately) on PS5</em><em>®</em><em>. PlayStation Plus membership subject to recurring subscription fee taken automatically until cancellation. Age restrictions apply. Full terms: play.st/psplus-usageterms.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/05/share-of-the-week-rise-of-the-ronin-weapons-and-armor/',
                'Share of the Week: Rise of the Ronin – Weapons and Armor',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/fe75e143a9bb48c3002e33efb2730e44cc8f5972.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Last week, we asked you to showcase the best weapons and armor Rise of the Ronin has to offer using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights:</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632452293_5f7c9c4477_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632452293_5f7c9c4477_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/call_me_xavii/status/1775528015080145180"><em>Call_me_xavii</em></a><em> shares a ronin in full samurai armor </em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632452273_6e624f4c39_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632452273_6e624f4c39_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/gill_mackay/status/1775630987986162092"><em>gill_mackay</em></a><em> shares a ronin with a bladed pole standing in front of a fire </em></p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632583714_2adf730a81_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632583714_2adf730a81_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/_alexMadeira/status/1773759625470390406"><em>_alexMadeira</em></a><em> shares a ronin drawing their blade posing for battle</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632583689_82e18fc676_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632583689_82e18fc676_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/marka_game/status/1775043869480231254"><em>Marka_game</em></a><em> </em><em>shares a ronin with a pointed rifle in hand in front of some cherry blossoms </em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632688320_eff68b3cc2_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632688320_eff68b3cc2_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/xelod93/status/1775269782159495618"><em>Xelod93</em></a><em> </em><em>shares a ronin in full dark red armor with a demon mask</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53631351112_75a7d374bc_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53631351112_75a7d374bc_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/sayaka693518/status/1775041081736036689/photo/1"><em>Sayaka693518</em></a><em> </em><em>shares a ronin dancing with a bladed weapon in a field of flowers </em></p>
<p class="">Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632242811_aa674e326f_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632242811_aa674e326f_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">THEME:  Dragon’s Dogma 2<br/>SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on April 10, 2024</p>
<p class="">Next week, show off the once-in-a-lifetime encounters on your fantasy journey. Share epic quests and moments from  Dragon’s Dogma 2 using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/05/mlb-the-show-24-season-1-adds-new-storylines-awards-packs-and-more/',
                'MLB The Show 24 Season 1 adds new Storylines, awards, packs, and more',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/f6352fbc487051ce49f0003fc0f797aa17df3e5a.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Major League Baseball’s 2024 season has begun, and MLB The Show 24 is bringing you more content to live out your baseball dreams.</p>
<p class="">The award-winning Storylines mode* transports you into baseball’s past, allowing you to relive iconic moments with unsung heroes of the diamond. Experience career-defining moments through a combination of immersive gameplay and visual storytelling.</p>
<p class="">MLB The Show 24 continues to put history into your hands in Storylines: Negro Leagues Season 2 with the addition of 3 newly introduced Negro Leagues Legends. Starting today, play your way through the careers of Larry Doby, Leon Day, and José Méndez in Storylines: Negro Leagues – Season 2 and celebrate these barrier breakers and their contributions to the game that still resonates beyond baseball today.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xlPJzE9p3Zs" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Season Awards Drop 2 program</h2>
<p class="">Seasons Awards Drop 2 Program** features players from the Topps Now Series and Season Awards Series. Step up to the plate as Milwaukee Brewers top-prospect Jackson Chourio as he made his MLB debut, or take the mound as the Pittsburgh Pirates newest ace Jared Jones when he racked up 10 strikeouts in 5.2 innings in his MLB debut. Relive these Moments and more in the Season Awards Drop 2 Program.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Season Awards Drop 2-pack</h2>
<p class="">Season Awards Pack—Drop 2 contains one Diamond player item from the Season Awards Series and Topps Now Series player items. It is available today in the Show Shop for 30,000 Stubs and is limited to 5 packs per player.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Victor Scott II, CF St. Louis Cardinals (89 OVR</li>
<li>Christian Encarnacion-Strand, 1B Cincinnati Reds (89 OVR)</li>
<li>Ryan Borucki, RP Pittsburgh Pirates (89 OVR)</li>
<li>Oswaldo Cabrera, 3B New York Yankees (92 OVR)</li>
<li>Brady Singer, SP Kansas City Royals (92 OVR)</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Pipeline series</h2>
<p class="">The all-new Pipeline Series features some of the MLB’s top prospects for the 2024 season. Get your first look at the Pipeline Series players in Pipeline Pack 1 and Headliners Choice Pack 7. Be sure to watch for even more Pipeline Series player items in MLB The Show 24.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Pipeline Pack 1</h2>
<p class="">MLB Pipeline Pack 1 lets you choose 1 Diamond player item from one of two tiers: Rare (92 OVR) and Base (89 OVR). Find the MLB Pipeline Pack 1 in the Show Shop today for 40,000 Stubs with a three-pack per player limit.</p>
<p class="">Rare Round:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Jordan Beck, CF Colorado Rockies (92 OVR)</li>
<li>Nick Frasso, SP Los Angeles Dodgers (92 OVR)</li>
</ul>
<p class="">Base Round:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Ryan Clifford, RF New York Mets (89 OVR)</li>
<li>Brayan Rocchio, SS Cleveland Guardians (89 OVR)</li>
<li>Carson Whisenhunt, SP San Francisco Giants (89 OVR)</li>
<li>Chase Petty, SP Cincinnati Reds (89 OVR)</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Headliners Choice Pack 7</h2>
<p class="">Headliners Choice Pack 7 features the Chicago Cubs first-round draft pick in Pipeline Series, Matt Shaw. Available today in the Show Shop, Headliners Choice Pack 7 costs 35,000 Stubs and is limited to 3 packs per player.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Egg Hunt jelly bean update</h2>
<p class="">If you missed finding any of the hidden eggs in the Egg Hunt Program, don’t worry. A new goal in the Egg Hunt Conquest Map lets you earn 25 Jelly Bean vouchers, which can be redeemed for Exchange Items.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53629516218_d9fd966bb8_o.png" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53629516218_d9fd966bb8_o.png"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Challenge of the Week 4</h2>
<p class="">Earn official gear like bats, balls, and jerseys authentically signed by some of your favorite players by taking on Challenge of the Week 4, available in Quick Play. Check out this week’s amazing Challenge of the Week Rewards.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Roster update – Transactions</h2>
<p class="">Alongside today’s content update is the newest Roster Update focused on Transactions intended to align your MLB The Show 24 rosters with the current MLB rosters.</p>
<p class="">Roster Updates focusing on Transactions will occur weekly, while updates focusing on attributes will occur every three weeks throughout the season. The first attribute update of the season is currently scheduled for Friday, April 26.</p>
<p class="">Unlock your moment and<a href="https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/mlb-the-show/"> own MLB The Show 24 today</a>. </p>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><em>*Internet connection is required to play Storylines mode.</em></p>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><em>**Internet connection is required to play Diamond Dynasty mode and to redeem rewards.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/08/stellar-blade-interview-creating-stylish-sci-fi-action-in-a-post-apocalyptic-world/',
                'Stellar Blade interview: creating stylish sci-fi action in a post-apocalyptic world',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/9221227b8b51d59c295e80479e8f8f335a784be5.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Stellar Blade<a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/stellar-blade/"> launches in just a few short weeks</a> on PS5. You may have already sampled the action adventure firsthand by way of<a href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/25/stellar-blade-demo-arrives-march-29/"> the recently released demo</a> in which Eve, a member of the 7th Airborne Squad, is sent to a desolated Earth on a mission to reclaim the planet from the mysterious, malevolent Naytiba and save humankind. If so, you’ll have had a taste of the game’s mechanics and combat, its story, and creature design. To dig in further, we sat down with Stellar Blade director Kim Hyung Tae (who is also founder of Stellar Blade development studio Shift Up)  and technical director Lee Dong Gi to learn more about the studio’s background, the game’s inspirations and more. </p>
<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627564447_1a7265bd5c_c.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627564447_1a7265bd5c_c.jpg" width="1920"/></a></p>
<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"><em>Stellar Blade director, Kim Hyung Tae (left), and technical director, Lee Dong Gi (right) of Shift Up</em></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>It all began with a collective passion to create action games for video game consoles</strong><strong><br/></strong></h2>
<p class=""><strong>PlayStation Blog: As Stellar Blade is a brand-new title, how and when did the idea of developing this game emerge?<br/></strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Kim Hyung Tae (Kim):</strong> About five years ago, when we were talking about what mobile game title should be released after Destiny Child. We were initially thinking about creating Goddess of Victory: Nikke into a duology game for the Android and iOS platforms. It was during that process that the urge to develop a console title emerged as our second project. I have been a long-time fan of video game consoles and have always wanted to develop action games for them. The idea attracted a group of members with a shared passion, and that’s how the idea of developing Stellar Blade emanated.</p>
<p class=""><strong>With Stellar Blade being Shift Up’s first title developed for video game consoles, did you encounter new challenges or hurdles?</strong><strong><br/></strong></p>
<p class="">I am being realistic in thinking our fans would not be lenient and forgiving just because this is our debut title for game consoles. Instead, we held the same high standard that console gamers hold for their games and ensured that Stellar Blade would be on par with those games in terms of quality.<br/></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628899420_62e3facd76_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628899420_62e3facd76_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>Can you tell us about the concept and theme of Stellar Blade?</strong><strong><br/></strong><strong><br/></strong>The theme I dedicated to Stellar Blade is humanity. The story is about what makes us human and defines us as human–it’s quite universal. The story came to my mind one day as I witnessed taxi drivers on strike.<br/><br/>The strike erupted when technologies for self-driving cars began advancing, almost hinting at the implementation of autonomous cars in the near future. This instilled fear among taxi drivers that these technologies would eventually take over and replace their jobs. As I watched them on strike, I asked myself what I would do if this were to happen to me, if one day humans were entirely replaced by something non-human. This is where the theme for Stellar Blade originates. Having said that, the game’s focus should not be on that; we tried to create an action adventure game that players can enjoy as they follow Eve’s story. </p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627564482_29a59c85e1_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53627564482_29a59c85e1_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Stellar Blade reimagines the style of ‘80s and ‘90s sci-fi</strong><strong><br/></strong></h2>
<p class=""><strong>The story takes place on Earth, which is ravaged by unknown creatures. Can you tell us more about the abandoned planet?</strong><strong><br/></strong></p>
<p class="">We have designed the game so that the backstory of the desolated Earth will reveal itself as the game progresses. The story begins at the point in time after Earth was ravaged by mysterious creatures called Naytiba, leading the decimated human race to flee to an outer space colony. Feeling defeated and tired of life in space, humans decide to battle Naytiba to reclaim their motherland. Players will learn the backstory and the incidents in between as they progress through the game. After discovering the truth, Eve will be faced with a decision and what she chooses is in the players’ hands.<br/><br/>No one knows what the Naytibas are, where they came from, or even what they want. This is where Eve comes in: to uncover the mystery surrounding these unknown creatures.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628786999_673ecbb0d1_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628786999_673ecbb0d1_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>From the last remaining city on Earth, Xion, to the vast wasteland and the great desert beyond, what special attention and consideration went into designing this post-apocalyptic world?</strong><strong><br/></strong><strong><br/></strong>Post-apocalypse has been one of the longest-running genres in the game industry, among many others. So, for us to avoid monotony and make Stellar Blade a unique post-apocalyptic story was a major challenge. However, on the contrary, we wanted to stay away from making it eccentric or including bizarre elements so that it would be different. We decided it was best to reimagine and render the elements from ‘80s and ‘90s sci-fi for Stellar Blade.<br/><br/>People have their own vision of what a post-apocalyptic world is like based on what they’ve envisioned in their heads or seen in movies and such. I’m sure many players will appreciate and admire the details and attention that went into making the post-apocalyptic world in Stellar Blade vivid and realistic. A younger generation of gamers, on the other hand, will probably find our rendition of the post-apocalyptic world quite novel.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628899405_90f8cff5e3_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628899405_90f8cff5e3_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>Is there any movie in particular that you took inspiration from?</strong><strong><br/></strong><strong><br/></strong>There are quite a few. However, one of the most inspirational, in terms of theme and design, is the sci-fi manga Gunnm by Yukito Kishiro sensei. It was released as an action film in 2019 under the title Alita: Battle Angel. I’d say I took a lot of inspiration from that movie.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The contrast between extinct Earth and Eve from space</strong></h2>
<p class=""><strong>Now, let’s move on to the main character, Eve. Can you tell us the concept and design that went into creating her?</strong><strong><br/></strong><strong> </strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Kim: </strong>Eve is an Airborne Squad member who is sent to Earth from an outer space colony. Despite being an accomplished soldier, there is a cultural disconnect between where she is from and Earth. So, we wanted Eve’s design to allude to the incongruity of her surroundings. Take a look at the atmosphere on Earth. It is barren, dry. Its cities are falling apart. A sharp contrast to Eve’s athleticism and fluidity. </p>
<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628454971_c35dda5bd1_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628454971_c35dda5bd1_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628786919_a13af3f691_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628786919_a13af3f691_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a></p>
<p class=""><br/><strong>How about other human characters? What kind of attention went into creating them?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong><br/></strong>Most of the characters are cyborg-like. To design these characters, we adjust their designs to reflect the available technology. While Eve and their Airborne Squad companions look sophisticated, albeit simple, we gave the survivors of the earth, living in a harsh environment, a minimal, pieced-together look. Although Xion’s surviving residents refer to Eve as “Angel,” it’s also a fact that some begrudge her for her extravagant machines and technologies.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628657528_8e2f638db0_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628657528_8e2f638db0_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class=""><strong><br/></strong><strong>Malevolent Naytiba come in different forms, such as biological or mechanical. Can you tell us about the design and concept that went into designing them?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong><br/></strong>We focused on giving the Naytiba repulsive and appalling looks. Many have no eyes or have supernumerary body parts, like a face on an odd part of the body, to evoke a sense of uneasiness. Some of the Naytiba can merge with humans and machines, so they take on different appearances.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>An action game that is challenging yet fun for everyone</strong></h2>
<p class=""><strong>Stylish action is one of the key elements of Steller Blade. Please tell us what you did to achieve the stylish action and also what the highlights of the game are.</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong><br/></strong>We designed the game so everyone can enjoy the action in Steller Blade. But we don’t want it to be a game where players simply attack the enemies aggressively and perform combos against them. It’s important that players observe the enemies’ movements closely and grasp the combat flow to respond appropriately. Skills increase through the skill tree, but equipment such as Exospine and Gear will also further increase them. As each piece of equipment performs differently, players should choose their battle style to be speed-focused, aggressive to overwhelm enemies, or cautious throughout the enemy attack.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExYjM2aXkwajcybHBhYzZjd2o5ZXloemg0OXVmbzJhb2hib2llZDlmayZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/90mV13Frh8qnX2UtYi/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class=""><strong><br/></strong>The difficulty is set to be challenging to a reasonable extent. As such, players might find themselves needing to go back to defeat bosses. The difficulty can be adjusted during the game, so I encourage players to challenge themselves at a difficulty level they feel comfortable playing. For novice action game players, there is an Action Assist in the Story Mode that I highly recommend they take advantage of.</p>
<p class=""><strong>How exactly does this Action Assist help players?</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong><br/></strong>For example, during crucial moments, such as figuring out the boss’s attack pattern for counterattacks, the movement slows down to make it easier to attack. When using a certain UI, the right timing for parrying and dodging will be displayed, making it easier for players to counterattack. This feature makes the game more approachable and enjoyable, even for those who usually steer away from action games. After completing the game, players can also play Hard Mode.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628454961_704a336bb3_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628454961_704a336bb3_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class=""><strong>Stellar Blade is said to leverage some of the unique features of the PS5 console hardware, such as adaptive triggers and haptic feedback. What type of experiences can players expect?</strong><strong><br/></strong><strong><br/></strong><strong>Lee Dong Gi (Lee): </strong>We harnessed these features to enhance the immersive experience. In certain scenes, haptic feedback allows players to sense the mood and feel the atmosphere surrounding the characters. At the beginning of the game, there’s a scene with a drone in which players can fully take advantage of these PS5 features. Apart from that, we’ve incorporated extensive levels of different adaptive trigger resistance assigned to the type of gun being used.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Is there anything else we didn’t touch today that you want us to know?</strong><strong><br/></strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Kim:</strong> I think frame rate is one of the most important factors for action games. Stellar Blade offers three modes: Performance Mode, Balanced Mode, and Resolution Mode. Performance Mode supports gameplay at 1440p and 60fps, while Balanced Mode can achieve 50 to 60 fps for 4K resolution.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Lee:</strong> The Resolution Mode performs at 30fps for 4K resolution. I highly recommend this mode to those who want to enjoy the beautiful graphics. We hope everyone will select the mode that best suits them to maximize their experience.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/09/beat-saber-releases-first-ever-hip-hop-mixtape-out-today/',
                'Beat Saber releases first-ever Hip Hop Mixtape, out today',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/d0cee6551f31835b3c904c4089a7a75d50bae6cd.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Beat Saber is not stopping! Hip Hop has long been one of the most requested music genres and the least represented within the game, but the wait is over: the Hip Hop Mixtape is out now on Beat Saber for PS VR2 and PS VR. The track list includes some of the biggest names in Hip Hop like Snoop Dogg, Nicki Minaj, Eminem, and 2Pac, covering different eras and styles of this influential music genre.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-EwvIMjKYIs" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">Last year, the music industry celebrated the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop, and since its earliest days, the genre quickly dominated charts, becoming popular with music lovers around the world.</p>
<p class="">Hip Hop Mixtape features 9 hits:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>2Pac – All Eyez On Me (feat. Big Syke)</li>
<li>Nicki Minaj – Anaconda</li>
<li>Snoop Dogg – Gin and Juice</li>
<li>Eminem – Godzilla (feat. Juice WRLD)</li>
<li>Outkast – Hey Ya!</li>
<li>The Notorious B.I.G. – Hypnotize</li>
<li>Dr Dre – Nuthin’ But A “G” Thang</li>
<li>Grandmaster Flash &amp; The Furious Five – The Message</li>
<li>Pop Smoke – The Woo (feat. 50 Cent, Roddy Ricch)</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628342996_6a49205c82_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628342996_6a49205c82_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">For the first time ever, Beat Saber brings uncensored tracks to the game, this means that players can experience all songs in the Hip Hop Mixtape in their original and raw form. We also introduced “Explicit Lyrics Toggle” that empowers players to choose their preferred in-game experience, allowing them to opt in or opt out of songs and music containing explicit lyrics. The toggle is available on all platforms for users over the age of 13.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628342796_6e8c812632_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53628342796_6e8c812632_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">The Hip Hop Mixtape comes with a brand new environment, inspired by urban spaces heavily painted with graffiti like basketball courts, underpasses, and subway stations, helping to build the vibe alongside the iconic tracks.</p>
<p class="">As usual, the release is accompanied with the base game + music pack bundle offering, available since the launch date. The bundle costs $38.99 and includes all 9 songs from the mixtape together with the base game Beat Saber.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/09/getting-started-in-destiny-2-into-the-light-live-today-for-all-guardians/',
                'Getting started in Destiny 2: Into The Light, live today for all Guardians',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/9a9400e2aa00563c5cca8ba0ab516c6c85135ef6.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Destiny 2: Into the Light starts today, and in case it wasn’t apparent during the multiple livestreams last month, it’s a great time to be a Destiny 2 fan. In fact, there’s so much in today’s release that this article is only going to focus on aspects that might appeal to three different types of Guardians:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Cooperators (I win when the team wins)</li>
<li>Perfectionists (I win when my run is perfect)</li>
<li>Collectors (I win when I own everything)</li>
</ul>
<p class="">Feel free to skip to the section that sounds most like you or try a little bit of everything; you might discover a new type of fun.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-zpNpTUcDRM" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>For Co-op Thrill-Seeking Guardians</strong></h2>
<p class="">Into playing with friends and turning the heat up to see how much your finely honed teamwork can take? Meet Onslaught, a new wave-based defensive activity where teams of three will face increasingly challenging waves of enemies hellbent on destroying your Advanced Defense Unit.</p>
<p class="">It’s a new type of gameplay in Destiny 2 that gets even more interesting when you start constructing upgrades like turrets (that until now have mostly been pointed at Guardians) and decoys (that until now have only been sweeping up after Guardians).</p>
<p class="">“We’ve had turrets in the game for a while, but rarely have they been on our side,” said Clayton Kisko, a designer on the Destiny 2 team. “Having support with this much enemy density is exhilarating. It’s really rewarding when a turret that you or your teammates built has your back when you’re surrounded by enemies.”</p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632476373_1b48311d35_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632476373_1b48311d35_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">But who’s cleaning up the mess these turrets make? Well, it turns out that your decoy comes with a broom. “It is a Sweeper Bot!” Kisko says. “They are amazing at pulling aggro from enemies and clumping them up for the perfect grenade opportunity. And they start sweeping right away. Enemies can’t stand this one simple trick the Sweeper Bot does. Just watch as they surround it with hatred.”</p>
<p class="">Decoys can be upgraded into Redjacks and a final secret version. Just make sure someone on the team is building them because this tidy technology might be the difference between a victory and a total team wipe.</p>
<p class="">“Things ramp as you progress through the waves and eventually get to a point where if everyone dies at once, the run ends. On Legend difficulty, this is how Onslaught works from the start! We can’t wait to see how people work together, master the mechanics, and clear the final wave.”</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>For Speed-Demon Perfectionist Guardians</strong></h2>
<p class="">Are you someone who loves puzzles and tightly crafted combat encounters that can be played with a team of three (but maybe you secretly can’t wait to do it solo)?</p>
<p class="">For you, we have two of the most well-regarded Exotic missions ever made in Destiny 2. Both The Whisper and Zero Hour along with their Exotic weapons are back and they’ve been updated.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53631375942_32a6bd6024_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53631375942_32a6bd6024_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Mike Profeta, one of the designers who worked on the new version of Zero Hour, spoke about how the team was able to stay true to the mission’s experience while also making it feel modern and challenging despite how god-killing powerful Guardians have become.</p>
<p class="">“We explored several options to try and match the original’s difficulty, but things didn’t quite feel right. Then partway through development, we opened an old build of the game and took note of all the unique activity options that were in the original mission. We replicated them as closely as possible, made some small adjustments and additions, and that was our eureka moment; it made all the difference and suddenly it felt exactly like Zero Hour should.”</p>
<p class="">Sometimes, what makes a classic game feel new is how we’ve changed and what we’ve learned that lets us play in a new way. A spotlight moment for this is Zero Hour’s maze… you know the one… with the robot. Don’t look it up!</p>
<p class="">“We made no changes to the path players carve through the old Tower,” said Profeta. “All the jumping puzzles and combat beats are there and we’re looking forward to seeing how players utilize all their new Guardian tools to overcome these obstacles faster than ever.”</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>For Gear-Loving Collector Guardians</strong></h2>
<p class="">Are you the type of player who wants… well, everything? Do you need your gear to look stunning? Could you make an Exotic more perfect if only you could craft them?</p>
<p class="">“When crafting Exotics, players can fine-tune their experience while maintaining the original fantasy of the weapon,” said a designer on the Destiny 2 team. “With Whisper of the Worm, the added barrel and magazine options will let players customize their version of the Sniper Rifle; maybe deciding to max out stability to make crits easier, for example. Outbreak Perfected is similar. The enjoyment of laying down on the trigger and spreading SIVA nanites is still there, but now players can choose a perk like Rewind Rounds to help them maintain their damage output for longer before reloading.”</p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632607989_791c972f85_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632607989_791c972f85_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Like these two impression-making Exotics, we’re also including a collection of weapons known as the BRAVE arsenal. If you’ve heard the name Midnight Coup, Edge Transit, or Hung Jury SR4, you know the tier of weapon we’re talking about here. If those names are new to you, then you have a unique opportunity to experience these weapons for the first time in their newly upgraded form.</p>
<p class="">The BRAVE arsenal consists of 12 weapons so dangerous that they were outlawed by the Vanguard… until now. And for the aesthetically aware among you, each weapon has a chance to drop as a limited-edition foil variant.</p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632476358_02ed3c4d67_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632476358_02ed3c4d67_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">“On top of looking unique, they come fully Masterworked. They also have a unique treatment on their icons resembling tiger stripes so that you’ll still be able to identify the foil version in your inventory even if you remove the ornament to apply a shader.”</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Everyone’s welcome</strong></h2>
<p class="">During Destiny 2: Into the Light, you’ll be able to choose a starter kit containing handpicked gear and subclass abilities. Gift of the Thunder Gods is also available if you want even more gear to catch up with your friends at the speed of lightning.</p>
<p class="">So, build a friendly Sweeper Bot, craft the perfect Whisper, and join us in the Hall of Champions where we’ll be flexing our foil weapons, Superblack shaders, and getting ready to throw hands with the Witness.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632476348_4b9cb2ede3_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53632476348_4b9cb2ede3_h.jpg"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Final Shape gameplay preview</h2>
<p class="">Watch this morning’s <a data-id="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyIm-_Na8mI" data-type="URL" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyIm-_Na8mI">Developer Gameplay Preview</a> to hear from our developers and get an early look at the Prismatic subclass arriving when The Final Shape launches on June 4. </p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/T2pmkUn4e2k" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">See you in the Light, Guardians.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/11/pac-man-mega-tunnel-battle-chomp-champs-launches-may-9/',
                'Pac-Man Mega Tunnel Battle: Chomp Champs launches May 9',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2054/04/4a8535bfd6e08e4643e9e1ecf6d6d1cb5da18007-scaled.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Pac-Man fans have been eating dots and chomping ghosts for years and there’s no sign that our collective appetites will be satiated any time soon.</p>
<p class="">But what happens when Pac-Man fans challenge each other to find out whose hunger reigns supreme? This is the question we can finally answer in the arena of competitive eating, offered by <a href="https://store.playstation.com/concept/10004056?smcid=mablog">Pac-Man Mega Tunnel Battle: Chomp Champs</a> coming to PS5 and PS4 with cross-play on May 9. Early access starts May 2 for those who pre-order the Deluxe Edition.</p>
<p class="">Pac-Man Mega Tunnel Battle: Chomp Champs is an online-only 64-player Pac-Man game, played across just as many interconnected mazes. Eat everything in your own maze</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9XlArdyQZKE" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">The developer behind the title is Amber Studio, an incredibly diverse team with Pac-passion and excited by the challenge of bringing this gameplay to a wider audience.</p>
<p class="">In Chomp Champs, every choice made was geared towards bringing more players into the action. For example, a tutorial maze was added at the start of the game to help new players ramp up and get comfortable. Different game modes are included so that hard-core competitive players and casual fans can all find a mode to enjoy.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExdWo2cW5hNDBxNnBicmN1NnhlbHBmaWJzZDMzbTY1c3QwN3Bpc2MwYyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/bQyiXvSvx1n4fqmnpn/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">While there have already been multiplayer Pac-Man games where players compete to be the last Pac standing, what sets Chomp Champs apart is that you can directly travel to other mazes and interact with other players. There’s a variety of mazes like the Autumn maze, showing how Pac-Man’s world changes throughout the seasons, or you can feel some nostalgia with the Mr. Driller maze.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMWQ0Z3E2MjZvNTZsaGxlMjhxdDJnaWZtdHRmaXdlcTdsYzd4MGo3MSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/w2EWcZ1FLP6xfJiVWV/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">In each match there are 64 players, each with their own maze laid out in a grid connected to neighboring mazes by Mega Tunnels. When the tunnels open you can take the action to your neighbor which opens up a world of crazy gameplay possibilities. </p>
<p class="">As the match goes on, the lowest-scoring mazes get slowly eliminated from the playing field. The maze border flashes as a warning, so players know to get out of that maze before it’s too late. Each time a maze is eliminated the remaining mazes click together.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExenJoYnZkam02bmN3NGZrZTd6YTJkdnZiMHFiOTI5YTNpZHVxZzh4MSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/OY3xljYaonHOLEqt1C/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">The development team even included a classic visual effect used here which is a tribute to the 256 glitch from the original Pac-Man arcade game. This lets you know that the board has changed, and you have a new neighboring maze to explore. As mazes get eliminated, players have fewer places to go, eventually bringing all remaining Pac-Man players together for the final showdown until only the Chomp Champ remains.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExanplMmp6eTViMDQyeHliY252anN0cjhiaDU3OGVnZXJjYWQ5MjVqZCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/6J9USPtwiUiGBqCQ4E/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">There are seven Power Items in Chomp Champs – some are straightforward easy-to-use boosters, while others will take some practice to truly master. Get more lives with an Extra Life or protect yourself with the Pac Shield. Use Speedy Pac for a burst of speed to escape danger or win the race to a Power Pellet. Use Ghost Attract strategically to set up a big ghost chomp combo or lure ghosts to other Pacs. Speedy Ghost can be a double-edged sword because it makes the ghosts faster for you and your opponents in the same maze. But if players combine it with other powerups they can keep safe while making opponents struggle in the chaos. These strategies are possible because you can hold up to two Power Items. Use them at the time of your choosing to turn the tables!</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExeGlnMmUwM3RueWhvcWJzbzh0MHB0d3ZvajFlaGltYmVwNjBpdmpnZyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/GhwIp6pTc3LLRPulJT/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">The customization system in Chomp Champs gives you so many ways to express your personality. You can select your home maze, your player icon, and your Pac-Man’s outfit to create a ton of unique combinations. You have several customizations available as soon as you load the game for the first time. But there’s more to be unlocked by redeeming Tokens earned in Elimination mode.</p>



​​<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZWo1OTQ1ZGRqa2M3MDByYXMzb2N4em5xaHFtYnIwY3hsMWwzdjNkbCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/IznVqDgrgo1EKpvX5I/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">There are also six exclusive customization items available as part of our Chomp Challengers Pac pre-order bonus and more than 20 customization options available via the Deluxe Edition, including seven-days early access.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExOWtkMzcxZWVqcWFid3UxZnUwMDR6cWFvZ2ZmeTA1emFpbm42ODcwMCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/Jo5pknGFQqzRYJVEAZ/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">In playtests, we’ve seen players who love to eat their neighbor’s Power Pellets, steal their Power Items, or even eat their neighboring Pac-Man. Others team-up and help other players by eating ghosts and saving them from trouble! Some players just really enjoy showing off their cool customizations and funny reactions. We tried to give players as many ways as possible to express their Pac-Man personalities in the game.</p>
<p class="">Since mazes are interconnected players can explore the arena, visit or check out their neighbor and continue from there. Each match plays out a bit differently, so expect the unexpected in Chomp City!</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/12/genshin-impact-version-4-6-arrives-april-24/',
                'Genshin Impact version 4.6 arrives April 24',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/fe90a20c6ff1e992b949af82df1c13bbc52e6996.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Greetings, Travelers! Today we are excited to announce that <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/genshin-impact/?smcid=mablog">Genshin Impact</a>‘s version 4.6 Two Worlds Aflame, the Crimson Night Fades is arriving on April 24. With this update, we can’t wait to show you the power and the past of our frenemy, Arlecchino. After the crisis of Fontaine, the Fourth of the Fatui Harbingers is finally ready to meet us again as both a recruitable team member and a formidable Weekly Boss.</p>
<p class="">More surprises continue to pop up across Teyvat. A large submerged ancient empire that flourished and demolished before the birth of the Court of Fontaine is finally revealing itself in the Sea of Bygone Eras. Meanwhile, Arataki Itto and Dvorak are going to rock Inazuma with a music festival and concert tour.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The Knave and the Father</strong></h2>
<p class="">In the Archon Quests of Fontaine, Arlecchino made an indelible debut even without showing her hand, balancing the fine line between ally and adversary. Upon version 4.6, we can discover more about her power, the roles she plays, and the past that made her who she is today.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53644290932_d7129331d8_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53644290932_d7129331d8_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class=""></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645163176_068e743332_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645163176_068e743332_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">As the Fourth of the Fatui Harbingers, Arlecchino aka The Knave shows an overwhelming strength in combat with her use of Pyro and a polearm, as well as her special mechanic — Bond of Life. First found in some Fatui Operatives and certain weapon effects around Fontaine, the Bond of Life effect stays on its target and prevents healing until the victim receives the same amount of healing equal to the active Bond of Life. However, Arlecchino is able to utilize the Bond of Life on herself to strengthen her own attacks.</p>
<p class="">When Arlecchino becomes a member of your team, piling up her Bond of Life with her Elemental Skill and Elemental Burst is the key to surviving and sustaining an efficient offensive rhythm. When Arlecchino is affected by a Bond of Life greater than or equal to a certain percentage of her Max HP, she will enter the Masque of the Red Death state, converting her Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attacks to deal Pyro DMG which cannot be overridden, and consuming a portion of her current Bond of Life to increase her DMG of Normal Attacks and reduce her Elemental Skill’s cooldown time. Arlecchino’s Elemental Skill can apply Blood-Debt Directives and deal DMG to multiple targets. The Blood-Debt Directives can be absorbed to increase her Bond of Life when she uses a Charged Attack, or heal herself when she uses her Elemental Burst. And her Elemental Burst is the only way to heal herself in combat due to her unique Talent.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExeGVlOHcyMTZnMXl1dTdkMTlhenU0cHdhMTR1NzVjMmRlOGJmZjl4eSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/H2Dhx7GGAyueiW2ly1/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">If you encounter The Knave as your enemy in the new Trounce Domain, out-healing the Bond of Life and repaying the Blood-Debt Directives she applies to you will be crucial to victory. So long as you are affected by the Bond of Life, all her attacks against you will be enhanced. But if you manage to out-heal the Bond of Life and repay the Debt, you will be rewarded as your Charged Attacks against her are enhanced. As the fight proceeds to later phases, The Knave will gradually reveal more of her true power as her crimson bone wings unfold. Travelers who reach Adventure Rank 40 or higher can now challenge her directly via the Quick Challenge feature in Adventure Handbook, or follow her Story Quest to embrace the challenge.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645163061_49f7dfdb78_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645163061_49f7dfdb78_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">Despite being a ruthless Fatui Harbinger with horrifying power, Arlecchino is also called Father by the children from the House of the Hearth with great trust and respect. The House of the Hearth is a Fatui intelligence organization operated by The Knave. It takes in children who no longer have a home due to all manner of reasons, and teaches them a variety of disciplines. In Arlecchino’s Story Quest Ignis Purgatorius Chapter, you may find out the unique charm of this character and why she is called Father through her past.</p>
<p class="">Arlecchino and Lyney may be recruited in the first half of version 4.6 Event Wishes, followed by Wanderer and Baizhu in the second half. In addition, the new weapon Crimson Moon’s Semblance, a 5-star polearm that can enhance combat abilities regarding the Bond of Life, will also become available in the first half of version 4.6.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Symphony of a lost empire</strong></h2>
<p class="">Venturing southeast from Romaritime Harbor nestles a small village named Petrichor. Here begins a new adventure to discover the fabled kingdom of Remuria, a once thriving realm, yet now cradled by deep water, slumbering soundlessly with its narrative lost to the waves. Ruled by King Remus, Remuria mysteriously disappeared in history, well before the establishment of the Court of Fontaine.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645503629_48651ac883_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645503629_48651ac883_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">However, strange occurrences started to emerge in Petrichor recently. Led by a talking cat, we’ll navigate through the sunken castle and dive into an enchanting and vibrant deep-sea area Sea of Bygone Eras to unveil the truth behind the kingdom’s fall. Even a mysterious dragon of dreamy appearance will await silently ahead.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645503589_c4e5093362_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645503589_c4e5093362_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class=""></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645623285_927830bada_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645623285_927830bada_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class=""></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645383378_48dba7494c_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645383378_48dba7494c_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">King Remus also composed a Symphony, carried with wondrous power that you may use to unleash special soundwaves, resonating with a variety of swaying or wandering underwater creatures and mysterious mechanisms during the adventure. Meanwhile, the centaur-shaped boss enemy Legatus Golem awaits in the recess of the Faded Castle with its sword, shield, and a blazing melody of flames.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645503384_d7e9d2329e_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645503384_d7e9d2329e_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Time to Rock for Life</strong></h2>
<p class="">Back to Watatsumi Island in Inazuma, a music tour organized by Arataki Itto and Dvorak is on its way. The music tour Iridescent Arataki Rockin’ for Life Tour de Force of Awesomeness will rock and roll for life, honoring a brave puppy who saves countless lives of other creatures on the battlefield. The passion also needs a stage to perform, which will split into 3 main stages of preparation, including playing different instruments at wills, collecting items, and restoring the melodies by filling in missing notes. Participants of the festival may have the chance to obtain a brand-new instrument Nightwind Horn and the opportunity to watch Itto perform on stage in person!</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645383353_4a5d95820b_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645383353_4a5d95820b_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class=""></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645623005_cc8d8e4202_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53645623005_cc8d8e4202_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">Resonating the spirit of rock music, the Windtrace: Seekers and Strategy event is back in Mondstadt with a few upgrades. This beloved hide-and-seek game between Rebels and Hunters now adds the Surveillance Zone where captured Rebels will be detained for a short period, and a Signaling Device to repair as a new goal of Rebels.</p>
<p class="">There are still more surprises waiting, but we will keep this sharing short and sweet. With version 4.6, we hope Arlecchino, the ancient empire undersea, and the rock tunes from Itto can give you a fun and unexpected experience!</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/12/playstation-store-march-2024s-top-downloads/',
                'PlayStation Store: March 2024’s top downloads',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/af168cff6982032dc3bc00c626e5eb4332232ae6.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, PS VR, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. March’s PS5 list saw democracy being preserved with Helldivers 2 holding the most downloads in both US and EU regions, with new releases MLB The Show 24 and Dragon’s Dogma 2 entering the chart’s top 3 in the US. New release cyubeVR reached the top spot on the PS VR2 list in both the US and EU regions.</p>
<p class="">Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month?</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PS5 Games</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec has-small-font-size"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>US/Canada</strong></th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>HELLDIVERS 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>HELLDIVERS 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>MLB The Show 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>EA SPORTS FC 24</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Dragon’s Dogma 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Dragon’s Dogma 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>WWE 2K24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Madden NFL 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Rise of the Ronin</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>STAR WARS Battlefront Classic Collection</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>WWE 2K24</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grand Theft Auto V</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>EA SPORTS FC 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>STAR WARS Battlefront Classic Collection</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Rise of the Ronin</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>NBA 2K24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>It Takes Two</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Outlast Trials</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grand Theft Auto V</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>NBA 2K24</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Outlast Trials</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Assassin’s Creed Mirage</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>SOUTH PARK: SNOW DAY!</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Planet Zoo</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Baldur’s Gate 3</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Gran Turismo 7</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Marvel’s Spider-Man 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>UFC 5</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Mortal Kombat 1</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Hogwarts Legacy</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>UFC 5</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>SOUTH PARK: SNOW DAY!</strong></td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>*Naming of products may differ between regions</em><br/><em>*Upgrades not included</em></figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PS4 Games</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec has-small-font-size"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>US/Canada</strong></th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Minecraft</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>EA SPORTS FC 24</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Red Dead Redemption 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Minecraft</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Batman: Arkham Knight</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Red Dead Redemption 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>MLB The Show 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Heat</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Heat</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Forest</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Madden NFL 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Batman: Arkham Knight</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>EA SPORTS FC 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>STAR WARS Battlefront II</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>NBA 2K24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Rivals</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grand Theft Auto V</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Forest</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>A Way Out</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grand Theft Auto V</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Unravel Two</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>WWE 2K24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>STAR WARS Battlefront II</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sniper Elite V2 Remastered</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Rivals</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Titanfall 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Payback</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>STAR WARS Battlefront Classic Collection</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Prypiat</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Black Ops III</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Kingdom Come: Deliverance</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Mortal Kombat X</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Assassin’s Creed Odyssey</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Titanfall 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>TEKKEN 7</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Payback</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege</strong></td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong> </strong><em>*Naming of products may differ between regions</em></figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PS VR2 Games*</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec has-small-font-size"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">US/Canada</th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>cyubeVR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>cyubeVR</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Beat Saber</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Beat Saber</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Pavlov</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Pavlov</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Among Us VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Arizona Sunshine 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Among Us VR</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Job Simulator</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Horizon Call of the Mountain</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Arizona Sunshine 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Horizon Call of the Mountain</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Job Simulator</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Walking Dead: Saints &amp; Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Kayak VR: Mirage</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Legendary Tales</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Crossfire: Sierra Squad</strong></td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>*PS Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included</em></figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PSVR Games</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>US/Canada</strong></th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>ASTRO BOT Rescue Mission</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sniper Elite VR</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Creed Rise to Glory</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Batman: Arkham VR</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sniper Elite VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Creed: Rise to Glory</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Goalkeeper VR Challenge</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Beat Saber</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Job Simulator</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Job Simulator</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>ASTRO BOT Rescue Mission</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Batman: Arkham VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Beat Saber</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Walking Dead: Saints &amp; Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Horror Adventure : Zombie Edition (VR)</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>SUPERHOT VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Walking Dead: Saints &amp; Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution</strong></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Free to Play (PS5 + PS4)</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>US/Canada</strong></th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fortnite</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fortnite</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Roblox</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Roblox</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fortnite Battle Royale</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fortnite Battle Royale</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Warzone</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Warzone</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fall Guys</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Rocket League</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Apex Legends</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fall Guys</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>THE FINALS</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>eFootball 2024</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Rocket League</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Apex Legends</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Destiny 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>THE FINALS</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Sims 4</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Sims 4</strong></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/12/share-of-the-week-dragons-dogma-2/',
                'Share of the Week: Dragon’s Dogma 2',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/3af14b3278e512a7f189a1633c7d6a921ecd111b.png?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Last week, we asked you to dive into Dragon’s Dogma 2 and share epic moments using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights:</p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53646788957_d96d5bc678_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53646788957_d96d5bc678_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/photomodeoftsu/status/1777097173236167159/photo/2"><em>photomodeoftsu</em></a><em> shares a player facing off against an attacking Griffin</em></p>



​​<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53648004614_4f12291cc6_c.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53648004614_4f12291cc6_c.jpg" width="1920"/></a></p>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/Photoingame/status/1777636103610085822/photo/1"><em>Photoingame</em></a><em> shares a bunch of snakes hissing</em></p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53647876808_603d13c1da_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53647876808_603d13c1da_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/shimo_ps/status/1777220169364115643/photo/1"><em>shimo_ps</em></a><em> shares a player fighting against a cyclops with a purple strike of magic</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53648004524_f68995b167_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53648004524_f68995b167_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/ArturoZ99754030/status/1777474382216192220/photo/1"><em>ArturoZ99754030</em></a><em> shares a portrait of a red-haired red-eyed female Pawn</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53648126245_a12e770e6a_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53648126245_a12e770e6a_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/emranimam/status/1776646028340687010/photo/3"><em>emranimam</em></a><em> shares a player standing before the Sphinx</em></p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53646788887_fd6bd72c6f_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53646788887_fd6bd72c6f_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/adambomb2mk/status/1777413369768652850/photo/1"><em>adambomb2mk</em></a><em> shares a portrait of an armored character standing in front of a pool of light.</em></p>
<p class="">Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53648004509_036575c643_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53648004509_036575c643_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">THEME:  Dragon’s Dogma – Pawns<br/>SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on April 17, 2024</p>
<p class="">Next week, we’re focusing on the Pawns of Dragon’s Dogma 2. Share portraits of Pawns using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/17/synth-riders-goes-80s-with-new-music-pack-out-april-23/',
                'Synth Riders goes ‘80s with new music pack, out April 23',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/5d0e2f8e9cc4b7fd186bdce26ecb72dc6165b441.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">I don’t know about you, but I think the 1980s are awesome! Big hair, big shoulder pads, and huge hits. So we put together a mixtape: Synth Riders 80s Mixtape – Side A… and it’s coming to the <a href="https://www.playstation.com/ps-vr2/?smcid=mablog">PlayStation VR2</a> on April 23.</p>
<p class="">We picked five favorites from the 80s, then created dancy beat maps inspired by the era. So, whether you came up in Gen X, or just learned about this stuff from YouTube videos and Stranger Things, we’ve got some new Synth Riders add-on tracks for you to take on.</p>
<p class=""><strong>80s Mixtape – Side A features:</strong></p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>a-ha – Take on Me</li>
<li>Starship – We Built This City</li>
<li>Devo – Whip It </li>
<li>Phil Collins – Sussudio</li>
<li>INXS – New Sensation</li>
</ul>
<p class="">and….</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Free 1980s-inspired Endless Cafe Stage for all Synth Riders owners</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53644906202_6b1f75b054_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53644906202_6b1f75b054_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">The only thing that screams, “Totally 80s” more than the music is the looks of the era. I was talking with Esteban Meneses, 3D Artist on Synth Riders, about what it’s like recapturing a party from 40 years ago:</p>
<p class="">“It’s like trying to capture a melody that everyone remembers a bit differently. Some might remember the neon glow of arcade games, others the revolutionary sound of synth-pop, or the emergence of digital culture. Our challenge is making sure it feels authentic whether you lived through the ’80s or experienced it secondhand.”</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExNmEzNXEzb21pY2dqbWZkaGc4Mnc5MW84dnFieHk4cjVucndrMHFhNyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/IZ797m8UiIAKRMhjUt/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">That’s why the team took inspiration from the ’50s café vibes with the fun of ’80s bowling alleys, then sprinkled in some retro-futuristic flair. Kind of like how in Back to the Future II people looked back at the 1980s (from 2015!).</p>
<p class="">Of course, it wouldn’t be the ‘80s without lots of pink, light blue, and chrome shine. “We wrapped these colors around the stage for that classic ’80s pop. It’s all about mixing these unique elements – colors, luxury, and design – into the game’s world to spark that retro feel.”</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53646120239_693dd0c4e7_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53646120239_693dd0c4e7_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">Alright, enough talk. It’s time to slip on some bangles (or your controllers) and get ready to relive five totally awesome 80s tracks on Synth Riders 80s Mixtape – Side A!</p>
<p class="">The new Add-Ons will be available for download as a pack ($7.99) or as individual tracks ($1.99/song) on April 23..</p>
<p class="">P.S. As you gathered from the name of the pack, this is just side “A.” We’re working on assembling another Mixtape, but we’d love to hear from you. What are YOUR favorite things that came out of the 1980s?</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/17/dead-island-2-adds-new-zombies-variants-in-sola-expansion-available-today/',
                'Dead Island 2 adds new zombies variants in SoLA expansion available today',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/cbf9038a4e0eec97601111156f56cf9d6730b9be.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Dead Island 2’s new SoLA expansion introduces players – sorry, Slayers – to a whole new side of Hell-A: an all-American festival where the stage is set for some of the game’s most gruesome zombie slaughter yet. The crowds of rotting, shambling festivalgoers will provide endless zombie-slaying hits, but where would any festival be without its headline acts?</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<div class="youtube-video has-agegate" data-title="" data-youtube-id="xC9FXqO5C2s">
<button class="youtube-video__load-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--play icon--26 icon--play icon--blue" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title></title><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M0 1.75v17l20-8.5z" fill-rule="evenodd"></path> </svg>
<span class="screen-reader-text">Play  Video</span>
</button>
<img alt="Dead Island 2 adds new zombies variants in SoLA expansion available today" height="1080" src="https://img.youtube.com/vi/xC9FXqO5C2s/maxresdefault.jpg" width="1920"/>
<div class="youtube-video__iframe"></div>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">Enter the Whipper and the Clotter, two brand new, powerful Apex Variants designed to give even the most experienced Slayers some serious frights and fights.</p>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container" tabindex="-1">
<div aria-hidden="true" class="ps-age-gate-container__inner">
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53640167297_61528501e2_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53640167297_61528501e2_h.jpg"/></a>
</div>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay">
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay-inner">
<button class="ps-age-gate-container__unlock-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--lock icon--white" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title>Verify your age to view this content.</title><path d="M0 0H20V20H0z" fill="none"></path><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M15 9h-1V6c0-2.2-1.8-4-4-4S6 3.8 6 6v3H5c-.5 0-1 .5-1 1v7c0 .5.5 1 1 1h10c.5 0 1-.5 1-1v-7c0-.5-.5-1-1-1zm-4 7H9l.4-2.2c-.5-.2-.9-.8-.9-1.3 0-.8.7-1.5 1.5-1.5s1.5.7 1.5 1.5c0 .6-.3 1.1-.9 1.3L11 16zm1-7H8V6c0-1.1.9-2 2-2s2 .9 2 2v3z"></path> </svg>
<span>Verify your age to view this content.</span>
</button>
</div>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">On the one hand, you have the Whipper, an undead bohemian that’s swapped festival glam for guts.  In fact, she’ll flail you with her intestines or try to blind you with a handful of thrown entrails.</p>
<p class="">On the other you have the Clotter, a brutal zombie that can decompose and recompose at will. This big guy can effectively teleport in and out of the player’s space, making it hard to maintain visibility and control.  </p>
<p class="">“The starting point was always the mechanics of the two new archetypes,” says Dambuster Studio’s Associate Character Art Director, Richard Smith. “They both offer completely new behaviors never seen before in the Dead Island enemy roster.”</p>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container" tabindex="-1">
<div aria-hidden="true" class="ps-age-gate-container__inner">
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53641044711_2431544f80_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53641044711_2431544f80_h.jpg"/></a>
</div>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay">
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay-inner">
<button class="ps-age-gate-container__unlock-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--lock icon--white" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title>Verify your age to view this content.</title><path d="M0 0H20V20H0z" fill="none"></path><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M15 9h-1V6c0-2.2-1.8-4-4-4S6 3.8 6 6v3H5c-.5 0-1 .5-1 1v7c0 .5.5 1 1 1h10c.5 0 1-.5 1-1v-7c0-.5-.5-1-1-1zm-4 7H9l.4-2.2c-.5-.2-.9-.8-.9-1.3 0-.8.7-1.5 1.5-1.5s1.5.7 1.5 1.5c0 .6-.3 1.1-.9 1.3L11 16zm1-7H8V6c0-1.1.9-2 2-2s2 .9 2 2v3z"></path> </svg>
<span>Verify your age to view this content.</span>
</button>
</div>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">Whippers are fast-moving, mid-ranged enemies with powerful attacks and special abilities that can stop Slayers using their own Fury powers. Clotters hound the Slayer, keeping them under constant pressure and unable to dominate one position.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Putting flesh on the bones</strong></h2>
<p class="">To create the new enemies for the expansion, the team started out with a range of zombie concepts, then whittled them down to the final two. The basic concepts were fleshed out into concept art, always making sure that the new zombies would fit into the Dead Island universe and feel plausible within its blood-splattered, body horror aesthetic.</p>
<p class="">“In the case of the Whipper,” says Smith, “we had the call out that they would be self-mutilating intestine wielders. Filled with frustration at the zombie infection within, they’ve attempted to remove it, gouging out their own innards and becoming entangled in their own intestines, which are used to extend their attacking reach like an organic web.”</p>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container" tabindex="-1">
<div aria-hidden="true" class="ps-age-gate-container__inner">
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53641384059_4095e4363a_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53641384059_4095e4363a_h.jpg"/></a>
</div>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay">
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay-inner">
<button class="ps-age-gate-container__unlock-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--lock icon--white" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title>Verify your age to view this content.</title><path d="M0 0H20V20H0z" fill="none"></path><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M15 9h-1V6c0-2.2-1.8-4-4-4S6 3.8 6 6v3H5c-.5 0-1 .5-1 1v7c0 .5.5 1 1 1h10c.5 0 1-.5 1-1v-7c0-.5-.5-1-1-1zm-4 7H9l.4-2.2c-.5-.2-.9-.8-.9-1.3 0-.8.7-1.5 1.5-1.5s1.5.7 1.5 1.5c0 .6-.3 1.1-.9 1.3L11 16zm1-7H8V6c0-1.1.9-2 2-2s2 .9 2 2v3z"></path> </svg>
<span>Verify your age to view this content.</span>
</button>
</div>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">To tie the Whipper in with the expansion’s festival style, the team looked to the social media imagery associated with big American festivals, and the boho chic fashion styles you’d find on the festival ground. “We’re focusing on the visual storytelling and signposting the enemy,” Smith explains, “and we want to ground the player in the location and make sure it fits in with the vibe.”</p>
<p class="">As the art development progressed, new ideas emerged, which also fed back into the design. “For example, we wanted the Whipper to thrash around violently and indiscriminately,” Smith adds. “To add to the torment, we gave the character hands that are frozen in a rigor mortis, so they’re almost forced to thresh around.”</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Slayers get a new nightmare</strong></h2>
<p class="">Meanwhile, the Clotter let the studio push what could be done with Dead Island 2’s F.L.E.S.H. system – the super-gory technology that allows Slayers to break zombies down into bloody chunks of flesh and bone. The team knew they wanted a teleporting zombie, but wanted to avoid any sci-fi stuff that wouldn’t fit in with the game’s more grounded style.</p>
<p class="">F.L.E.S.H. provided the answer. “We really wanted to find a way to use these features, to make the Clotter completely disintegrate in front of the player’s eyes and then reassemble from a puddle of meaty goo,” Smith explains.</p>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container" tabindex="-1">
<div aria-hidden="true" class="ps-age-gate-container__inner">
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53641384024_c1d156b6b1_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53641384024_c1d156b6b1_h.jpg"/></a>
</div>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay">
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay-inner">
<button class="ps-age-gate-container__unlock-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--lock icon--white" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title>Verify your age to view this content.</title><path d="M0 0H20V20H0z" fill="none"></path><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M15 9h-1V6c0-2.2-1.8-4-4-4S6 3.8 6 6v3H5c-.5 0-1 .5-1 1v7c0 .5.5 1 1 1h10c.5 0 1-.5 1-1v-7c0-.5-.5-1-1-1zm-4 7H9l.4-2.2c-.5-.2-.9-.8-.9-1.3 0-.8.7-1.5 1.5-1.5s1.5.7 1.5 1.5c0 .6-.3 1.1-.9 1.3L11 16zm1-7H8V6c0-1.1.9-2 2-2s2 .9 2 2v3z"></path> </svg>
<span>Verify your age to view this content.</span>
</button>
</div>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">As this enemy needed to move fast, the team steered clear of over-elaborate effects. “We were able to squeeze in a glimpse of the skeleton falling to pieces and the gloopy flesh turning into liquid around the bones, but it takes a lot of work back and forth to balance it – to make sure it all happens at the right place for the gameplay.”</p>
<p class="">The Clotterleans into the storyline at the heart of the new expansion. “And the festival background is an ideal location for it,” adds Smith, “in terms of the quantities of gore and body parts that are lying around, waiting to be reanimated.”</p>
<p class="">There are always some ideas that don’t fit in with Dead Island 2’s zombie-first focus, or with the personality of its slapstick splatter. “It’s tough, but we love the challenge,” says Smith. “We like creating things for the game that you won’t have ever seen before.”</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/18/darkest-dungeon-ii-rolls-onto-ps5-ps4-july-15/',
                'Darkest Dungeon II rolls onto PS5, PS4 July 15',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/f10d7631b9ac8ea6da3e14991d768f5510db64d5.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">We are thrilled to officially announce that Darkest Dungeon II will arrive on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 on July 15. You can preorder it starting today, with a discount available to PlayStation Plus members.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<div class="youtube-video has-agegate" data-title="" data-youtube-id="xjR_c5-RsoA">
<button class="youtube-video__load-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--play icon--26 icon--play icon--blue" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title></title><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M0 1.75v17l20-8.5z" fill-rule="evenodd"></path> </svg>
<span class="screen-reader-text">Play  Video</span>
</button>
<img alt="Darkest Dungeon II rolls onto PS5, PS4 July 15 " height="1080" src="https://img.youtube.com/vi/xjR_c5-RsoA/maxresdefault.jpg" width="1920"/>
<div class="youtube-video__iframe"></div>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">In Darkest Dungeon II, we translated the beloved art style of the first game into 3D, complete with full character animations. We also carried forth the series’ signature turn-based combat system, but we rebuilt it from the ground up to be even more strategic and a true treat for the eyes and ears. But whereas the first game was pure dungeon crawler, the sequel is a roguelike road trip of the damned!</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZTB2YTQzaGc2ZDY1bTBwam13YXBxMHRiajF6cGVzMWdxcGt6bHo5eSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/oKUvtE5pWKzVS0kuYG/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">Each expedition, you will first form a party of four flawed heroes and equip your stagecoach. Then you will set off on an arduous journey across a decaying landscape filled with remnants of crumbling civilizations. Your mission: to overcome one of your past failures, embodied by a monstrous boss lurking atop the far off snow-capped mountain.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53657177745_b86da585a8_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53657177745_b86da585a8_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Along the way you will experience the tragic playable backstories of over a dozen heroes, and in so doing unlock the full potential of their skills, stats, and signature equipment. Just like in the first game, you’ll need to pay attention to heroes’ stress. But now you also can tend to their relationships. Resting at each Inn gives an opportunity for heroes to spend time together and become friends, lovers, or even bitter enemies. A good party is a harmonious one; a team of rivals may disintegrate long before you reach the mountain.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExOGllaGptbGRkY2ZqdnB5OGoyaG84OTV1bnM3d3QzMmRuOW54ajVzciZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/Lv85wgnl5q61fLGE4w/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">Whether you succeed or fail, after each expedition you return to the Altar of Hope and invest–in true roguelite fashion–in new items, boons, and content that will help you in future runs.</p>
<p class="">Releasing on PlayStation has allowed us to use the visceral DualSense controller features. You’ll feel the heartbeat of heroes on Death’s Door and the rumble of the stagecoach’s wheels as it rolls over a trap.</p>
<p class="">In addition to the base game, The Binding Blade DLC (two new heroes, a special questline, wandering boss, and more) is also available for preorder as part of the Oblivion Bundle. Buy the bundle to get a tidy discount.</p>
<p class="">We at Red Hook Studios are thrilled to bring Darkest Dungeon II to PlayStation, and we hope you’ll join us on the journey. The game is a labor of love for us, and we plan to continue to expand it.</p>
<p class="">Now, it’s time to face your failures.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/18/five-nights-at-freddys-help-wanted-2-seeks-new-employees-on-ps5-june-20/',
                'Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted 2 seeks new employees on PS5 June 20',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/e3def639f835c8359e8e6e0806e88d44ee968fef-scaled.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Have you been feeling some FOMO at Freddy’s recently? Has your lack of a PlayStation VR2 left you unable to play Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted 2? Well, I come (Faz)bearing great news: Freddy and the Gang heard you loud and clear, and they’re coming to your PlayStation 5 on June 20. Welcome to the team, superstars.</p>
<p class="">This adaptation of Help Wanted 2 seamlessly transitions the terrifying gameplay experienced in the PS VR2 game onto the flat screen utilized by the power of the PlayStation 5. No matter how you prefer to play, be it from your couch or wandering around your living room with a headset, Fazbear Entertainment is happy to welcome you to the Pizzaplex.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53658493539_95cd34f60d_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53658493539_95cd34f60d_4k.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">As a new hire, your job comes down to a series of tasks, the most important of which is clocking out of your shift alive. Stave off thirsty bots with a refreshing Fizzy Faz, now made using point-and-click controls for speedier service, happier customers, and less danger.</p>
<p class="">You know what they say though, all work and no play makes for an awfully dull shift. When you’re not trying to avoid the nearest animatronic, you’re encouraged to explore your new job and see all it has to offer. Cool off on Captain Foxy’s Log Ride, which now operates with first-person shooter-style controls that allow gamers to aim and fire with the swivel of a joystick and pull of a trigger. The game contains all the joy of Freddy’s VR dark ride, but with more opportunities to impress your boss with that high score you’ve been shooting for (pun intended).</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53658137826_e896e959ab_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53658137826_e896e959ab_4k.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">The fun doesn’t stop there. All of the games in Help Wanted 2 have been carefully adapted to accommodate the PlayStation 5, allowing a wider range of new hires to come join the fun. If you’re already an employee via the PS VR2, the standard PS5 version is included at no extra cost to you. Our team has taken great care to ensure that every step you take is filled with the chills and thrills only Freddy’s can provide. </p>
<p class="">We look forward to receiving your applications – Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted 2 hits PS5 June 20, 2024.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/18/v-rising-heres-what-to-expect-when-you-enter-draculas-frozen-domain-of-mortium/',
                'V Rising: Here’s what to expect when you enter Dracula’s frozen domain of Mortium',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/443554eef61472a12d443fa9a2d0249f2e664d84.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">V Rising is a survival game with action RPG elements and razor-sharp skill-based combat coming to PlayStation 5 later this year. Wake up as a Vampire after centuries of withering slumber, your kin having been forgotten after a catastrophic defeat at the hands of the Church of Luminance. Emerge from your crypt, explore a vast open world, hunt for blood, and build a sprawling castle on your quest to reclaim your former glory.</p>
<p class="">But what glory is there to reclaim? What is the Vampire promised?</p>
<p class="">Earlier this year when <a href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/01/31/become-the-ultimate-vampire-in-v-rising-coming-to-ps5-this-year/">we announced V-Rising was coming to PS5</a>, we provided a glimpse into its storyline, gameplay mechanics, and expansive open world. Today, we want to focus on one corner of the realm, the dangers that await within, and, of course, the Vampire King plotting his return from the heart of its overcast lands: Dracula.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<div class="youtube-video has-agegate" data-title="" data-youtube-id="FjhWYTWzQOA">
<button class="youtube-video__load-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--play icon--26 icon--play icon--blue" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title></title><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M0 1.75v17l20-8.5z" fill-rule="evenodd"></path> </svg>
<span class="screen-reader-text">Play  Video</span>
</button>
<img alt="V Rising: Here’s what to expect when you enter Dracula’s frozen domain of Mortium" height="1080" src="https://img.youtube.com/vi/FjhWYTWzQOA/maxresdefault.jpg" width="1920"/>
<div class="youtube-video__iframe"></div>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Legend of the Immortal King</h2>
<p class="">In the world of V Rising, Dracula was both a conqueror and tyrant, ruling from his throne in the frozen realm of Mortium, untouched by sunlight at the heart of the Vampire empire. From there, he waged a great war and brought humanity to the brink of extinction. Humanity’s desperate prayers were answered in the form of a divine power that appeared suddenly, for the first time, allowing them to repel not only Dracula’s Legion of Noctum but felled the Immortal King himself.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53656888051_d00e816741_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53656888051_d00e816741_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Yet for Dracula, defeat was not death.</p>
<p class="">In the eons since, the nocturnal lord has resided in a weakened state in the Shadow Realm, strengthening himself and planning his return. That time has come. Dracula has sent out a call to arms… rousing untold legions of Vampires from their centuries-long rest. Yet, not all who awaken are content to serve. Some are more ambitious than others and would instead seek to take the throne for themselves. In V Rising, you are one such Vampire.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Enter the Ruins of Mortium</h2>
<p class="">The Vampire empire’s core lies in Mortium, a cold and regal snowscape famously untouched by sunlight. This was once the heart of the powerful Vampire civilization, ruled by the legendary Dracula. But now, after ages have passed, the grand spires and fortresses of the Legion of Noctum lay in ruins, abandoned and forgotten.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53657242079_65bd73e233_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53657242079_65bd73e233_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">In the depths of Mortium, life stirs anew, inhabited by servants and fanatical cultists devoted to Dracula, along with newfound dangers. Unbound by conventions, the lord of the night has thrived in the Shadow Realm, and his imminent return brings forth creatures from distant realms. Behold the Draculin, creatures from the Shadow Realm that appear to be tainted by Dracula’s blood-soaked influence.</p>
<p class="">These creatures from another world bring with them a unique blood type from the realm of darkness, and drinking it provides unique bonuses for you to utilize. Depending on the quality of the blood type, you’ll be able to move more quickly at night, heal more easily, and have multiple advantages that allow you to secure kills more easily and more often.</p>
<p class="">You’ll also face the Vampire Generals of the Legion of Noctum, some of Dracula’s oldest and most fervent followers. Overcoming them will unlock ancient powers tied directly to your Vampire lineage, uncovering secrets that will allow you to expand on your connection to deeper Vampire magics.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Dracula Rises</h2>
<p class="">The final challenge on your Vampire journey will be to fight your way into the deepest depths of Mortium, where Dracula’s forces gather at the foot of his castle. Once great and mighty, it stands as a testament to what the great king of Vampire kind once achieved and of the domination he seeks to bring on his return.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53657353520_1e72eccd4e_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53657353520_1e72eccd4e_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Here in Mortium the Legion of Noctum is hard at work performing dark rituals to flood the world with Draculin from the Shadow Realm so that they may gather blood, fueling the magical engine that will bring the full return of Dracula. It will be up to you to go and disrupt these invasions, shattering their dark rifts and collecting the essence of magic left in the aftermath.</p>
<p class="">You will be able to use these resources to tap into powerful Vampire powers, craft and empower weapons, and eventually even craft the key required to strike the very core of the Immortal King’s operation. After attaining knowledge and power by draining the blood of Dracula’s closest and most powerful servants, you’ll acquire all you need to infiltrate the Shadow Realm and face Dracula yourself.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" src="https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExdXo0MmRsbTJuZDV2a2c2YWFxOTVhM3V3ZnAwNmc5ejBubGo2NnM4MCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/jOTvpuCcf2Rn6UohC5/giphy.gif"/></p>
<p class="">This final battle will test the limits of your abilities and force you to prove that you are truly worthy of the title of apex predator of Vardoran.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Hunt begins in 2024</h2>
<p class="">Embrace your darkest desires in V Rising, whether you venture alone or alongside companions. Feel the pulse of a heartbeat under your fingertips with the DualSense controller as you drain the life out of your prey. Feel the thrum of power vibrate in your palm as you summon magic to wreak havoc on your foes, and the rush of explosive contact as great beasts crash into the earth beside you.</p>
<p class="">The hunt is on in 2024 on the PlayStation 5 with V Rising.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/18/updates-on-new-indie-titles-coming-to-playstation/',
                'Updates on new indie titles coming to PlayStation',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/09b1cef205beaa864ce47c638fa3ddc062e79bf4.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Hello, everyone. Today, we revealed three upcoming indie titles that will appeal to many different PlayStation players. These titles are for those who like to challenge the unknown, our fans who prefer more spooky things, and those looking for something in between. We hope you discover something new to play.<br/></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Darkest Dungeon II | Coming July 15</h2>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<div class="youtube-video has-agegate" data-title="" data-youtube-id="xjR_c5-RsoA">
<button class="youtube-video__load-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--play icon--26 icon--play icon--blue" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title></title><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M0 1.75v17l20-8.5z" fill-rule="evenodd"></path> </svg>
<span class="screen-reader-text">Play  Video</span>
</button>
<img alt="Updates on new indie titles coming to PlayStation" height="1080" src="https://img.youtube.com/vi/xjR_c5-RsoA/maxresdefault.jpg" width="1920"/>
<div class="youtube-video__iframe"></div>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">Red Hook Studios returns with the sequel to the Darkest Dungeon series. This time, fans will be treated to a new 3D art style with full-character animations. The signature challenge of managing stress and bringing out the hidden talents of your heroes is still at the core, but this time, the journey will be a roguelike. Take a ride in a stagecoach across a bleak world in hopes of surviving long enough to find salvation.<br/></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted 2 | Coming June 20</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53657164003_d31178cc3a_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53657164003_d31178cc3a_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">The popular series was a nail-biting delight on PlayStation VR2, and we know more fans wanted to experience the survival horror, so Steel Wool Studios is bringing it to the PS5. All the games found in the VR version have been adapted to utilize the PS5 and DualSense controller to provide immersive experiences. So, anyone willing to fill out a job application can play any way they choose.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">V Rising | Coming 2024</h2>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<div class="youtube-video has-agegate" data-title="" data-youtube-id="FjhWYTWzQOA">
<button class="youtube-video__load-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--play icon--26 icon--play icon--blue" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title></title><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M0 1.75v17l20-8.5z" fill-rule="evenodd"></path> </svg>
<span class="screen-reader-text">Play  Video</span>
</button>
<img alt="Updates on new indie titles coming to PlayStation" height="1080" src="https://img.youtube.com/vi/FjhWYTWzQOA/maxresdefault.jpg" width="1920"/>
<div class="youtube-video__iframe"></div>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">After sleeping for centuries awake as a vampire seeking to bring back the glory days of the vampire kingdom in this title, a mix of action RPG and survival, players must battle the Church of Luminance and even the king of vampires himself: Dracula. Since his defeat many moons ago, some vampires feel he is no longer fit to rule and seek to build a new kingdom. Get your combat skills ready for this adventure from Stunlock Studios.</p>
<p class="">Thanks for joining us for this look at three exciting upcoming PlayStation indies.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/18/ea-sports-f1-24-new-details-on-overhauled-career-and-dynamic-handling-coming-may-31/',
                'EA Sports F1 24: new details on overhauled Career and Dynamic Handling, coming May 31',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/092a10ac3ce9f7ace4cd2184e72b430504411fd6.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Be one of the 20 in EA Sports F1 24, the official game of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship, arriving earlier than previous seasons for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on May 31.<br/><br/>Through the introduction of the new EA Sports Dynamic Handling, players will feel even closer to the action. Additionally, for the first time, join the grid in Career mode as a driver from the 2024 F1 season.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6FL-04yknoI" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Drive like the greatest</strong></h2>
<p class="">Working closely with current World Champion and Champions Edition cover star Max Verstappen, the new EA Sports Dynamic Handling redefines the feel of the car to produce a realistic and predictable performance across wheel and pad.<br/><br/>The driving experience is improved with entirely revamped suspension dynamics, an advanced tyre model, sophisticated aerodynamic simulation, and new car setup and engine options. Cornering, rolling resistance, brake pressure, and the ability to react to changes in ambient track temperature and fluctuating conditions are all greatly improved.</p>
<p class="">On PS5, this is further enhanced thanks to high-definition feedback through the DualSense controller’s rumble, haptic feedback, and adaptive triggers; allowing you to feel every bump, kerb, and subtle shift in traction as your race.  </p>
<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img alt="" src="https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZTcyNjUwbmhmMDd4am90a28xYWh6aDJ5bThlMWpzcWlwa3JucmI3cSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/ongQoeFGTUCRSr82gy/giphy.gif "/></figure></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Greater authenticity</strong></h2>
<p class="">Improvements made to various circuits enhance the experience during race week, including significant updates to Silverstone for even greater accuracy. </p>
<p class="">Modifications to Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Lusail International Circuit, and Jeddah Corniche Circuit guarantee that these tracks align with their actual world equivalents. </p>
<p class="">Cinematic replays, broadcast camera angles and showrooms once again feature ray-traced lighting on PS5, with on-track action benefitting from Dynamic Diffuse Global Illumination, offering a more realistic feel to light and shadows.</p>
<p class="">A new broadcast presentation package and cutscenes add to the race day immersion. In addition, actual driver audio samples taken from F1 broadcasts add a new dimension, as they react to on-track incidents. </p>
<p class="">Sound in general plays a massive part in the overall racing experience. With spatial diffraction and reflection (compatible headphones required), you’ll be able to hear the difference between racing on a tightly-packed street circuit, compared to the vast plains of a circuit in the desert.</p>
<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img alt="" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZnQ5cDIzYnV4ZXBvd3NhYjN2dmNqYjM1MXVzc3I3cW85bXMwb280MiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/CAul5DA0cDjIWwhjqP/giphy.gif"/></figure></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Revamped Career</strong></h2>
<p class="">In the revamped Career mode, players have the opportunity to become F1 drivers from the 2024 roster, promising contenders from the F2 scene, or iconic drivers from the past.<br/></p>
<p class="">Two new Icons are introduced exclusively for those with the Champions Edition of F1 24: James Hunt, a former World Champion, and Juan Pablo Montoya, the most accomplished F1 driver from Colombia.</p>
<p class="">Further innovations to Career mode include:</p>
<p class=""><strong>Gain Recognition:</strong> Establish your reputation in the Paddock by achieving on-track goals. Stay concentrated on the finish line with race-day tasks. Fulfilling Contract Targets can aid in securing a new contract or lead to confidential discussions about switching to a fierce competitor.</p>
<p class=""><strong>R&amp;D Upgrades: </strong>Driver reputation also influences the level of support received from the team. The higher the reputation, the more motivated the team. Players can invest fully in a single innovation or distribute resources for a more balanced progression.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Earn Accolades: </strong>Apart from short-term accomplishments, every driver has long-term goals based on seasonal expectations. These could vary from a certain number of Top 10 finishes, Pole Positions, to winning the World Championship.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Race with a Friend: </strong>Collaborate or compete in a two-player Career mode, with each of the Career mode changes applied. With individual driver goals, players need to remain focused to become the top driver of the team.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Challenge Career:</strong> An ideal starting point before taking on a 24-race season. Step into the role of a pre-chosen F1 driver and participate in a series of mini seasons, with community voting shaping the conditions and tracks for future events.</p>
<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img alt="" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExYmpjYmE4Mm53aGF2dzJzYmx6Y2g3bGo0bzZteGxkemJzemp5eWV4ZSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/BnPMli3esxaT3YtHPx/giphy.gif"/></figure></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>F1 World returns</strong></h2>
<p class="">F1 World, the platform for Multiplayer, Grand Prix, Time Trial returns for a second season with a new addition: Fanzone.<br/><br/>During a Podium Pass season, players get to choose their preferred team and driver and participate in a time-restricted league that spans the entire season, including cooperative objectives whilst competing against opposing teams.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Available to pre-order now</strong></h2>
<p class="">Players who pre-order the digital-exclusive Champions Edition by May 1 will get immediate access to a selection of 2024 liveries for use in F1 23’s special Time Trial mode, as well as the two new Icons, 18,000 PitCoin, an F1 World Bumper Pack, up to three days of early access starting May 28 including exclusive Verstappen-inspired special events with unique unlockable rewards, and one bonus VIP Podium Pass.</p>
<p class="">Plus, those who own F1 2021, F1 22, or F1 23 on PlayStation, can take advantage of a 15% loyalty discount on F1 24 Champions Edition pre-orders Load any of these games to find out how.</p>
<p class="">Players pre-ordering the Standard Edition will receive 5,000 PitCoin and an F1 World Starter Pack.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/19/share-of-the-week-dragons-dogma-2-2/',
                'Share of the Week: Dragon’s Dogma 2',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2084/04/74b64772b3e419e184a37bb396e571a47cb3666b.png?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Last week, we asked you put the spotlight on the Pawns of Dragon’s Dogma 2 and share portraits using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights:</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661541439_647c643b50_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661541439_647c643b50_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/secondcapture/status/1780226650036133997/photo/1" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"><em>secondcapture</em></a><em> shares a female Pawn wearing a circlet raises a goblin-faced staff</em></p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661541444_b3437f361d_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661541444_b3437f361d_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/lunar9p/status/1780545757076152778/photo/1" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"><em>lunar9p</em></a><em> shares three Pawns standing side by side with a 4th waving from the background</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661185516_9384b2ba59_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661185516_9384b2ba59_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/shimo_ps/status/1779100860678910353/photo/3" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"><em>shimo_ps</em></a><em> shares a female gray-haired Pawn glances forward</em></p>



​​<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53660318167_efc34453e0_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53660318167_efc34453e0_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a></p>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/TheFinestJoe/status/1780221572013269164/photo/1" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"><em>TheFinestJoe</em></a><em> shares a male Pawn wearing glasses and a bear skin over his head stands with his arms crossed</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661541379_fe03f4235b_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661541379_fe03f4235b_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/kopicawcaw/status/1779046483737899386/photo/2" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"><em>kopicawcaw</em></a><em> shares a players’ eyepatch-wearing Arisen and armor clad Pawn stand side by side</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661185501_61c360b973_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661185501_61c360b973_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/xenobitz/status/1771596037674688954/photo/2" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"><em>xenobitz</em></a><em> shares a Pawn wearing glasses and a Beastren Pawn stand together in a cave</em></p>
<p class="">Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661541289_6eca95af47_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53661541289_6eca95af47_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">THEME:  Robots</p>
<p class="">SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on April 24, 2024</p>
<p class="">Next week, tech takes the spotlight. Share portraits of robots or androids from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/23/may-savings-promotion-comes-to-playstation-store-2/',
                'May Savings promotion comes to PlayStation Store',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/725fe6c7bbf77b0be657d25b0a2dba030addf06b.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<template data-audience="352703" data-goal="" data-parent-id="9e031d6f-38ea-47bf-8960-3372f7d0cef1">
<p class="">There’s something for everyone in the May Savings promotion which rolls out onto PlayStation Store April 24. For a limited time*, enjoy discounts on a vast assortment of titles, including Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak (67% off), Madden NFL 24 (80% off the PS5 version) and many more.</p>
</template>
<template data-audience="202360640" data-goal="" data-parent-id="9e031d6f-38ea-47bf-8960-3372f7d0cef1">
<p class="">There’s something for everyone in the May Savings promotion which rolls out onto PlayStation Store April 24. For a limited time* you can enjoy discounts on a vast assortment of titles, including Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak (67% off), Lords of the Fallen (50% off) and many more.</p>
</template>
<template data-fallback="" data-goal="" data-parent-id="9e031d6f-38ea-47bf-8960-3372f7d0cef1"></template>
<template data-fallback="" data-goal="" data-parent-id="9e031d6f-38ea-47bf-8960-3372f7d0cef1">
<p class=""></p>
</template>
<template data-fallback="" data-goal="" data-parent-id="9e031d6f-38ea-47bf-8960-3372f7d0cef1">
<p class=""></p>
</template>
<personalization-block class="alignnone" client-id="9e031d6f-38ea-47bf-8960-3372f7d0cef1"></personalization-block>
<template data-audience="352703" data-goal="" data-parent-id="de85b8ec-1828-4ecf-a221-b0796317b5e5">
<p class="">Get a preview of just some of the games under offer below, <a href="https://store.playstation.com/category/a0ef8218-e3cf-45f6-80e0-951be5e4d6df?emcid=ow-pl-509122">then head to PlayStation Store </a>when the promotion goes live to see the full list and find out your regional discount. </p>
</template>
<template data-audience="202360640" data-goal="" data-parent-id="de85b8ec-1828-4ecf-a221-b0796317b5e5">
<p class="">Get a preview of just some of the games under offer below, <a href="https://store.playstation.com/category/d6656b86-19a5-462e-83ba-2508131a4657?emcid=ow-pl-509121">then head to PlayStation Store</a><a href="https://store.playstation.com/category/a0ef8218-e3cf-45f6-80e0-951be5e4d6df?emcid=ow-pl-509122"> </a>when the promotion goes live to see the full list and find out your regional discount. </p>
</template>
<template data-fallback="" data-goal="" data-parent-id="de85b8ec-1828-4ecf-a221-b0796317b5e5"></template>
<template data-fallback="" data-goal="" data-parent-id="de85b8ec-1828-4ecf-a221-b0796317b5e5">
<p class=""></p>
</template>
<personalization-block class="alignnone" client-id="de85b8ec-1828-4ecf-a221-b0796317b5e5"></personalization-block>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>.hack//G.U. Last Recode</li>
<li>11-11 Memories Retold</li>
<li>428: Shibuya Scramble</li>
<li>A Memoir Blue</li>
<li>Accel World VS Sword Art Online</li>
<li>Ad Infinitum</li>
<li>AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES</li>
<li>AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES – nirvanA Initiative</li>
<li>Air Conflicts: Double Pack</li>
<li>Airport Simulator 2019</li>
<li>AK-xolotl</li>
<li>AKIBA’S TRIP: Undead &amp; Undressed</li>
<li>Aliens: Dark Descent</li>
<li>Aliens: Fireteam Elite PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Amnesia: Rebirth</li>
<li>Amnesia: The Bunker</li>
<li>ANONYMOUS;CODE</li>
<li>Anthem™ Standard Edition</li>
<li>Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection</li>
<li>ARCADE GAME SERIES: DIG DUG</li>
<li>ARCADE GAME SERIES: GALAGA</li>
<li>Ashen</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed Valhalla PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed® Odyssey</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed® Origins</li>
<li>Assassin’s Creed® Syndicate</li>
<li>Asterix &amp; Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir</li>
<li>Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX</li>
<li>Atelier Escha &amp; Logy: Alchemists of the Dusk Sky DX</li>
<li>Atelier Firis: The Alchemist and the Mysterious Journey DX</li>
<li>Atelier Lulua ~The Scion of Arland~</li>
<li>Atelier Lydie &amp; Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings DX</li>
<li>Atelier Meruru ~The Apprentice of Arland~ DX</li>
<li>Atelier Rorona ~The Alchemist of Arland~ DX</li>
<li>Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends &amp; the Secret Fairy PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End &amp; the Secret Key (PS4 &amp; PS5)</li>
<li>Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness &amp; the Secret Hideout</li>
<li>Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea DX</li>
<li>Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DX</li>
<li>Atelier Totori ~The Adventurer of Arland~ DX</li>
<li>Atlas Fallen</li>
<li>Avatar The Last Airbender: Quest for Balance</li>
<li>Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora™</li>
<li>Baby Shark™: Sing &amp; Swim Party</li>
<li>Batman™: Arkham Knight</li>
<li>Batman™: Arkham VR</li>
<li>Battlefield™ Hardline Standard Edition</li>
<li>Bayonetta</li>
<li>Ben 10</li>
<li>Beyond a Steel Sky</li>
<li>Big Rumble Boxing: Creed Champions</li>
<li>Birthdays the Beginning</li>
<li>BLACK CLOVER: QUARTET KNIGHTS</li>
<li>BlazBlue: Central Fiction</li>
<li>BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma EXTEND</li>
<li>Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers</li>
<li>Blood &amp; Truth™</li>
<li>Blood Bowl 3</li>
<li>BLUE REFLECTION</li>
<li>Borderlands: Game of the Year Edition</li>
<li>Bulletstorm: Full Clip Edition</li>
<li>Call of Duty®: Infinite Warfare</li>
<li>Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® Remastered</li>
<li>Capcom Beat ‘Em Up Bundle</li>
<li>Capcom Fighting Collection</li>
<li>Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions</li>
<li>Carnival Games®</li>
<li>Carnival Games® VR</li>
<li>Castlevania Anniversary Collection</li>
<li>Chronos: Before the Ashes</li>
<li>Clash: Artifacts of Chaos</li>
<li>COCOON</li>
<li>Code: Realize ~Bouquet of Rainbows~</li>
<li>Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~</li>
<li>Commandos 2 – HD Remaster</li>
<li>Commandos 3 – HD Remaster</li>
<li>Conception PLUS: Maidens of the Twelve Stars</li>
<li>Construction Simulator 2 US – Console Edition</li>
<li>Construction Simulator 3 – Console Edition</li>
<li>Corpse Party</li>
<li>Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy</li>
<li>Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition™</li>
<li>Creed: Rise to Glory™</li>
<li>Cricket 22</li>
<li>Crysis 2 Remastered</li>
<li>Crysis 3 Remastered</li>
<li>Crysis Remastered</li>
<li>CRYSTAR</li>
<li>Danganronpa 1/2 Reload</li>
<li>Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls</li>
<li>Danganronpa S: Ultimate Summer Camp</li>
<li>Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony</li>
<li>DARK SOULS™ II: Scholar of the First Sin</li>
<li>DARK SOULS™ III</li>
<li>DARK SOULS™: REMASTERED</li>
<li>Darksiders Genesis</li>
<li>Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition</li>
<li>Darksiders III</li>
<li>Darksiders Warmastered Edition</li>
<li>DC League of Super-Pets: The Adventures of Krypto and Ace</li>
<li>Dead Island 2</li>
<li>Dead Island: Riptide Definitive Edition</li>
<li>DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round</li>
<li>DEATHLOOP</li>
<li>Defense Grid 2</li>
<li>Destroy All Humans! 2 – Reprobed</li>
<li>Detroit: Become Human</li>
<li>Devil May Cry HD Collection</li>
<li>DIGIMON STORY: CYBER SLEUTH – HACKER’S MEMORY</li>
<li>Digimon World: Next Order</li>
<li>DiRT Rally 2.0</li>
<li>Disaster Report 4: Summer Memories</li>
<li>Disgaea 1 Complete</li>
<li>Disgaea 4 Complete+</li>
<li>Disgaea 6 Complete</li>
<li>Dishonored 2</li>
<li>Donut County</li>
<li>DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of the Great Kingdom</li>
<li>DRAGON BALL FighterZ PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS</li>
<li>Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen</li>
<li>Dreams™</li>
<li>DreamWorks Dragons Dawn of New Riders</li>
<li>Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour</li>
<li>Dungeons 3</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 8: Xtreme Legends Complete Edition</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 9</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 9 Empires</li>
<li>EA SPORTS™ WRC</li>
<li>Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising</li>
<li>ELEX II PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>ENDLESS™ Dungeon PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Evil Genius 2: World Domination PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Exist Archive: The Other Side of the Sky</li>
<li>Expeditions: A MudRunner Game (PS4 &amp; PS5)</li>
<li>Far Cry® 3 Classic Edition</li>
<li>Farmer’s Dynasty</li>
<li>Fate/EXTELLA LINK</li>
<li>Fate/Samurai Remnant(PS4 &amp; PS5)</li>
<li>FIA European Truck Racing Championship</li>
<li>FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0™ HD</li>
<li>FINAL FANTASY® X/X-2 HD Remaster</li>
<li>Fire Pro Wrestling World</li>
<li>Five Nights at Freddy’s</li>
<li>Five Nights at Freddy’s 2</li>
<li>Five Nights at Freddy’s 3</li>
<li>Five Nights at Freddy’s 4</li>
<li>Five Nights at Freddy’s: Sister Location</li>
<li>Flashback 2</li>
<li>FOR HONOR – Standard Edition</li>
<li>Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria Simulator</li>
<li>Gabbuchi</li>
<li>Ghost Parade</li>
<li>Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective</li>
<li>Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection</li>
<li>Ghostwire: Tokyo</li>
<li>GOD EATER 2: Rage Burst</li>
<li>God’s Trigger</li>
<li>Godfall Challenger Edition PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Gorogoa</li>
<li>GRID Legends PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>GrimGrimoire OnceMore</li>
<li>GUNDAM VERSUS</li>
<li>Handball 21</li>
<li>HELLDIVERS™: Super-Earth Ultimate Edition</li>
<li>Hi-Fi RUSH</li>
<li>Hindsight</li>
<li>Hitman GO: Definitive Edition</li>
<li>Horse Tales: Emerald Valley Ranch</li>
<li>HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™</li>
<li>Hotel Transylvania 3 Monsters Overboard</li>
<li>Hotline Miami</li>
<li>Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number</li>
<li>House Builder</li>
<li>How to Survive 2</li>
<li>HUMANKIND™ PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Hunting Simulator</li>
<li>I Am Dead</li>
<li>Indivisible</li>
<li>Inescapable: No Rules, No Rescue</li>
<li>inFAMOUS First Light</li>
<li>inFAMOUS™ First Light</li>
<li>Infinity Strash: DRAGON QUEST The Adventure of Dai PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Injustice™ 2 – Legendary Edition</li>
<li>Jagged Alliance 3</li>
<li>Jak 3™</li>
<li>Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy™</li>
<li>Jak II™: Renegade</li>
<li>Jak X: Combat Racing</li>
<li>Joe Dever’s Lone Wolf Console Edition</li>
<li>JoJo Siwa: Worldwide Party</li>
<li>Journey to the Savage Planet</li>
<li>Judgment</li>
<li>Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief</li>
<li>Katamari Damacy REROLL</li>
<li>KATANA KAMI: A Way of the Samurai Story</li>
<li>Kentucky Route Zero: TV Edition</li>
<li>Kerbal Space Program Enhanced Edition</li>
<li>KINGDOM HEARTS III</li>
<li>Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Kona II: Brume</li>
<li>LA-MULANA</li>
<li>LA-MULANA 2</li>
<li>Labyrinth of Galleria: The Moon Society</li>
<li>Labyrinth of Refrain: Coven of Dusk</li>
<li>Langrisser I &amp; II</li>
<li>Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris</li>
<li>Lara Croft GO</li>
<li>Last Day of June</li>
<li>Last Stop</li>
<li>LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham</li>
<li>LEGO® CITY Undercover</li>
<li>LEGO® Jurassic World™</li>
<li>LEGO® Star Wars™: The Force Awakens</li>
<li>LEGO® The Hobbit</li>
<li>Let’s Sing ABBA</li>
<li>Let’s Sing Country</li>
<li>Let’s Sing Queen</li>
<li>Life is Strange: True Colors PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Little Dragons Café</li>
<li>LIVE A LIVE PS4&amp;PS5</li>
<li>Loop8: Summer of Gods</li>
<li>Lost Judgment PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Mad Rat Dead</li>
<li>Madden NFL 24</li>
<li>Made in Abyss: Binary Star Falling into Darkness</li>
<li>Maquette</li>
<li>Martha Is Dead PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>Matchpoint – Tennis Championships PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>MediEvil</li>
<li>MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA</li>
<li>METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater – Master Collection Version PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE DEFINITIVE EXPERIENCE</li>
<li>METAL SLUG 3</li>
<li>METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY™</li>
<li>METAL SLUG XX</li>
<li>Middle-earth™: Shadow of Mordor™ – Game of the Year Edition</li>
<li>Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid: Burst Forth!! Choro-gon Breath</li>
<li>MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM EXTREME VS. MAXIBOOST ON</li>
<li>Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame 5 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Monster Hunter Rise PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>MONSTER HUNTER: WORLD™</li>
<li>Monster Truck Championship</li>
<li>Mordheim: City of the Damned</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat 11</li>
<li>Mortal Shell</li>
<li>Mortal Shell: Enhanced Edition</li>
<li>MotoGP™22 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Mundaun</li>
<li>MX vs. ATV Supercross Encore</li>
<li>MXGP 2020 – The Official Motocross Videogame</li>
<li>NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM Trilogy</li>
<li>NBA 2K Playgrounds 2</li>
<li>NBA 2KVR Experience</li>
<li>NECROPOLIS: A Diabolical Dungeon Delve</li>
<li>Need for Speed™</li>
<li>Need for Speed™ Hot Pursuit Remastered</li>
<li>Need for Speed™ Rivals</li>
<li>NEO: The World Ends with You</li>
<li>Neon White</li>
<li>New Gundam Breaker</li>
<li>Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered</li>
<li>Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2</li>
<li>NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139…</li>
<li>OCTOPATH TRAVELER II PS4&amp;PS5</li>
<li>Oddworld: Abe’s Exoddus (PS1 Emulation)</li>
<li>Oddworld: Abe’s Oddysee (PS1 Emulation)</li>
<li>Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty</li>
<li>Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition</li>
<li>Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath HD</li>
<li>Odin Sphere Leifthrasir</li>
<li>OKAMI HD</li>
<li>One Piece: Unlimited World Red – Deluxe Edition</li>
<li>ONE PUNCH MAN: A HERO NOBODY KNOWS</li>
<li>Onechanbara Z2: Chaos</li>
<li>Onimusha: Warlords</li>
<li>Open Country</li>
<li>Open Roads</li>
<li>Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission</li>
<li>Orcs Must Die! 3 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Outer Wilds</li>
<li>Pacific Drive</li>
<li>Pathfinder: Kingmaker – Definitive Edition</li>
<li>PAW Patrol The Movie: Adventure City Calls</li>
<li>PAYDAY 3</li>
<li>Pentiment</li>
<li>Persona 5</li>
<li>Persona®5 Strikers</li>
<li>Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy</li>
<li>PixelJunk™ Monsters 2</li>
<li>Planet Coaster: Console Edition</li>
<li>Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville™</li>
<li>Poison Control</li>
<li>Police Simulator: Patrol Officers</li>
<li>Portal Knights</li>
<li>PowerWash Simulator</li>
<li>Prey</li>
<li>Prison Simulator</li>
<li>Psychonauts 2</li>
<li>Pure Farming 2018</li>
<li>Puyo Puyo™ Tetris® 2 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Quake</li>
<li>R-Type Final 3 Evolved</li>
<li>Raiden IV x MIKADO remix</li>
<li>Rayman Legends</li>
<li>Rayman® Legends</li>
<li>Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- The Prophecy of the Throne</li>
<li>Relicta</li>
<li>RESEARCH and DESTROY</li>
<li>RESIDENT EVIL 2</li>
<li>RESIDENT EVIL 3</li>
<li>Resident Evil 4 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard</li>
<li>Resident Evil Village PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>RIDE 4</li>
<li>Risen</li>
<li>Risen 3: Titan Lords – Enhanced Edition</li>
<li>ROBOTICS;NOTES DaSH</li>
<li>ROBOTICS;NOTES ELITE</li>
<li>Rogue Lords</li>
<li>Rogue Spirit</li>
<li>Roguebook</li>
<li>Röki</li>
<li>Romance of The Three Kingdoms 13</li>
<li>ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV</li>
<li>RPG Maker MV</li>
<li>RTK13: Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack Bundle</li>
<li>RWBY: Arrowfell</li>
<li>Ryan’s Rescue Squad</li>
<li>SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION</li>
<li>SAMURAI WARRIORS 5</li>
<li>Sayonara Wild Hearts</li>
<li>SCARLET NEXUS PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>SD GUNDAM BATTLE ALLIANCE</li>
<li>Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO</li>
<li>Serial Cleaners</li>
<li>Shadows: Awakening</li>
<li>Sherlock Holmes The Awakened PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments</li>
<li>Sherlock Holmes: The Devil’s Daughter</li>
<li>Skull Island: Rise of Kong</li>
<li>Smurfs Kart</li>
<li>Sniper Elite 4</li>
<li>Sniper Elite V2 Remastered</li>
<li>Sniper Elite VR</li>
<li>Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2</li>
<li>SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION</li>
<li>SNK HEROINES Tag Team Frenzy</li>
<li>Solar Ash</li>
<li>Soul Hackers 2 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>SOULCALIBUR VI</li>
<li>South Park™: The Stick of Truth™</li>
<li>Space Engineers PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Spidersaurs</li>
<li>Spike Volleyball</li>
<li>SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake</li>
<li>STAR OCEAN : INTEGRITY AND FAITHLESSNESS</li>
<li>STAR OCEAN First Departure R</li>
<li>STAR OCEAN THE DIVINE FORCE</li>
<li>Star Ocean® Till The End Of Time™</li>
<li>Star Ocean®: The Last Hope – 4K and Full HD Remaster</li>
<li>STAR OCEAN™ – THE LAST HOPE -™ 4K &amp; Full HD Remaster</li>
<li>STAR WARS: Bounty Hunter</li>
<li>STAR WARS: Jedi Starfighter</li>
<li>Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition</li>
<li>STAR WARS® JEDI STARFIGHTER™</li>
<li>STAR WARS® RACER REVENGE™</li>
<li>STAR WARS™ BOUNTY HUNTER™</li>
<li>STAR WARS™ Episode I Racer</li>
<li>STAR WARS™ Jedi Knight II – Jedi Outcast™</li>
<li>STAR WARS™ Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy</li>
<li>Star Wars™ Pinball VR</li>
<li>STAR WARS™ Republic Commando™</li>
<li>STAR WARS™: Dark Forces Remaster</li>
<li>Star Wars™: Racer Revenge™</li>
<li>STEINS;GATE ELITE</li>
<li>STEINS;GATE: My Darling’s Embrace</li>
<li>Stranded: Alien Dawn</li>
<li>Stray</li>
<li>Stray Blade</li>
<li>STRIDER</li>
<li>Styx: Master of Shadows</li>
<li>Styx: Shards of Darkness</li>
<li>Sudden Strike 4</li>
<li>SUPER BOMBERMAN R 2 PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>SUPER CRAZY RHYTHM CASTLE</li>
<li>Super Mega Baseball™ 4</li>
<li>Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Super Star Wars</li>
<li>Survivor – Castaway Island</li>
<li>SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris</li>
<li>SWORD ART ONLINE: FATAL BULLET</li>
<li>SWORD ART ONLINE: Hollow Realization</li>
<li>Tactics Ogre: Reborn</li>
<li>Tails of Iron</li>
<li>TALES OF BERSERIA</li>
<li>Tales of Vesperia™: Definitive Edition</li>
<li>TEKKEN 7</li>
<li>Telling Lies</li>
<li>Tennis World Tour 2 – Complete Edition</li>
<li>Tetraminos</li>
<li>The 25th Ward: The Silver Case</li>
<li>The Alliance Alive HD Remastered</li>
<li>The Artful Escape</li>
<li>The Bard’s Tale IV: Director’s Cut</li>
<li>The Crew™ Motorfest Standard Edition</li>
<li>The Cruel King and the Great Hero</li>
<li>The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>The Disney Afternoon Collection</li>
<li>The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition – PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR</li>
<li>The Entropy Centre</li>
<li>The Fisherman – Fishing Planet</li>
<li>The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles</li>
<li>The Inquisitor</li>
<li>THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’97 GLOBAL MATCH</li>
<li>THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION</li>
<li>THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002 UNLIMITED MATCH</li>
<li>THE KING OF FIGHTERS™ ‘COLLECTION: THE OROCHI SAGA</li>
<li>The Last Faith</li>
<li>The Last Kids on Earth and the Staff of Doom</li>
<li>The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero</li>
<li>The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III</li>
<li>The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV</li>
<li>The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure</li>
<li>The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails</li>
<li>The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince</li>
<li>The Lord of the Rings: Gollum™</li>
<li>The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™</li>
<li>The Pathless PS4™ &amp; PS5™</li>
<li>The Princess Guide</li>
<li>The Settlers®: New Allies</li>
<li>The Silver Case</li>
<li>The Smurfs – Mission Vileaf</li>
<li>The Walking Dead Onslaught</li>
<li>The Walking Dead: Season Two</li>
<li>The Walking Dead: The Complete First Season</li>
<li>Thirsty Suitors</li>
<li>Tin &amp; Kuna</li>
<li>Titan Quest</li>
<li>Titanfall® 2 Standard Edition</li>
<li>Tokyo Twilight Ghost Hunters Daybreak: Special Gigs</li>
<li>Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon® Wildlands Standard Edition</li>
<li>Tour de France 2022</li>
<li>Tribes of Midgard PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy</li>
<li>TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 2</li>
<li>Twelve Minutes</li>
<li>Ultimate Custom Night</li>
<li>Undertale</li>
<li>Underworld Ascendant</li>
<li>Unheard – Voices of Crime Edition</li>
<li>Unravel</li>
<li>Unravel Two</li>
<li>Unturned</li>
<li>Utawarerumono: Prelude to the Fallen</li>
<li>Utawarerumono: ZAN</li>
<li>Valkyria Chronicles Remastered</li>
<li>Valkyria Revolution</li>
<li>VALKYRIE ELYSIUM PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>VALKYRIE PROFILE: LENNETH</li>
<li>Vanquish</li>
<li>void TRRLM(); //Void Terrarium</li>
<li>void* tRrLM2(); //Void Terrarium 2</li>
<li>Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor – Martyr</li>
<li>Warm Snow</li>
<li>WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimate</li>
<li>Wasteland 3</li>
<li>Wattam</li>
<li>Welcome to ParadiZe</li>
<li>What Remains of Edith Finch</li>
<li>WipEout™ Omega Collection</li>
<li>Wolfenstein: Youngblood</li>
<li>Wolfenstein® II: The New Colossus™</li>
<li>WRC 10 FIA World Rally Championship</li>
<li>Wreckfest: Drive Hard. Die Last.</li>
<li>WrestleQuest</li>
<li>WWE 2K Battlegrounds</li>
<li>Yakuza 0</li>
<li>Yakuza 6: The Song of Life</li>
<li>Yakuza Kiwami</li>
<li>Yakuza Kiwami 2</li>
<li>Yakuza: Like a Dragon PS4 &amp; PS5</li>
<li>Yomawari: Lost in the Dark</li>
<li>Yomawari: Midnight Shadows</li>
<li>Ys IX: Monstrum Nox</li>
<li>Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA</li>
<li>YU-NO: A girl who chants love at the bound of this world.</li>
<li>Yurukill: The Calumniation Games</li>
<li>Zanki Zero: Last Beginning</li>
<li>Zero Escape: The Nonary Games</li>
<li>Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma</li>
<li>Zombie Army Trilogy</li>
</ul>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><br/>*<em>M<em>ay Savings promotion available on PlayStation Store from 00.00am PST/BST, Wednesday April 24 until 23:59pm PST/BST Wednesday May 8. Game selection may differ by region. Check PlayStation Store for more details.</em></em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/24/another-crabs-treasure-hands-on-report-a-playful-soulsike-tribute-with-fresh-ideas/',
                'Another Crab’s Treasure hands-on report: a playful Soulsike tribute with fresh ideas',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/3053cd8ff0aacefc9b6cd2e85235800b0d204c30.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Developer FromSoftware minted a new genre when Demon’s Souls first released on PlayStation 3 back in 2009. The “Soulslike” genre was born, inspiring developers across the globe with its risk/reward mechanics, thoughtful melee combat, and connected world design.</p>
<p class="">Aggro Crab is one such developer. I recently went hands-on with their game Another’s Crab Treasure, which charts a different course through the genre. The PS5 game, out tomorrow, April 25, eschews grim, crumbling kingdoms in favor of colorful underwater lands. Instead of grim lore, it injects cheeky humor overflowing with references to Soulslike games and other properties. While at its core it still plays like a Soulslike, it introduces unique mechanics such as equippable shells with distinct properties.</p>
<figure class="wp-block-video wp-video-391284"><video autoplay="" controls="" data-src="https://stream.mux.com/jcN1kJpKeyTZpid01IyBPpE8kZxSfnQDukhkyr600NwEs/capped-1080p.mp4?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJqY04xa0pwS2V5VFpwaWQwMUl5QlBwRThrWnhTZm5RRHVraGt5cjYwME53RXMiLCJhdWQiOiJ2IiwiZXhwIjoxNzM4MDIxNTI5LCJraWQiOiI0TDV5T2NqclYxTlVxVnpjVXZKQm4xd1RtNGVUR0c5TWgwMjAxWWs1anU5TkEifQ.dl9WdBGTOFiAWiV7ckJxUwGlA6c4bx90D8laSN-rjUgIwSVLHNtHLP4U4STOE7nP63QgNrZU_glINuWjpz-6ppVI3GHoBkFUXoH8tx7WfqLSsg-D6YOiOrTsgNEqct6vwaPTBlxhG6yl3tjXBZyz1ARlm4QbmWxIdLCztAeS0hRE6GAKxgaibdO7Sc1a0ORnd2SgsThFPm3zw-ZLWlE9euB_XVbsLhwXpe03GosNOilxe7Sta1o_upDdOYM1cDIcHKHvOcaU9WQcQm5YRyfxUIQJ42qF8XRlyP9RvQj8gWUqRLCAtiZr8ShgV8mqo7XUMbmCwdNwnhaVC6kipyHMwQ" loop="" muted="" playsinline="" preload="metadata" style="aspect-ratio: 1280 / 720;"></video></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Not your typical Soulslike vibe</strong></h2>
<p class="">On the surface, Aggro Crab’s Soulslike resembles a cheerful, simple adventure based on children’s cartoons. Beneath the surface lies controls and combat encounters familiar to fans of FromSoftware’s third-person action-RPGs.</p>
<p class="">The game begins with snail protagonist Krill being evicted from his shell, as a result of not paying taxes. Naked and vulnerable, he ventures deeper into the ocean to speak with the local matriarch to reclaim his home.</p>
<figure class="wp-block-video wp-video-391304"><video autoplay="" controls="" data-src="https://stream.mux.com/eEU8NupoZGSYlCGzZbMyC01VrK9FiHE38KQiV4100Pggo/capped-1080p.mp4?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJlRVU4TnVwb1pHU1lsQ0d6WmJNeUMwMVZySzlGaUhFMzhLUWlWNDEwMFBnZ28iLCJhdWQiOiJ2IiwiZXhwIjoxNzM4MDIxNTI5LCJraWQiOiI0TDV5T2NqclYxTlVxVnpjVXZKQm4xd1RtNGVUR0c5TWgwMjAxWWs1anU5TkEifQ.UOnE67NBKbqMHzTnGJFCuMdSUymRXQBE1IBfem8Ro22431l9vqQ9UfdqFoWFinoZ40PIfka5EklMSeNySt4SCLbNc_c5zW_fBlS86vBX-Yr0XYDuO2-dQnqun89Q0I2jj_Z18kiv4kS47wjTuikqvDDgFoAOvhRCTMHxqZI8AdwMf_6VcG8WM2AmiTJts82l-QZ2-kV9cWCXcSaSZwSEhLwbzMHBhKJhvgTxdO8Cd7zYc17I6gdI6TymX8WQVvaI1MixlmvVkn1iMjxwz885Z_DIQDzAwbnPKfG9kC09K0qGFrg98EFRW-X4qx2zslfoURqxdmKEEEVuGPDgl3CTaw" loop="" muted="" playsinline="" preload="metadata" style="aspect-ratio: 1280 / 720;"></video></figure>
<p class="">Aggro Crab’s tongue is firmly in cheek throughout the colorful adventure. For example, experience points are represented by environmentally devastating microplastics. Magic power manifests as mystical “Umami.” Trash litters the sandy sea floor, including fun and groan-worthy puns (see above used popsicle stick joke). One of my favorite details is a castle guard holding a straw and plastic soda cup lid like a greatsword. Aggro Crab’s sense of humor and colorful aesthetic serve as an entertaining antithesis to the familiar melancholy Soulslike tone.</p>
<figure class="wp-block-video wp-video-391303"><video autoplay="" controls="" data-src="https://stream.mux.com/VGTaU400nLUz5NXX00fV9sa9cexGDU1sBBxCtpjK5MgiM/capped-1080p.mp4?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJWR1RhVTQwMG5MVXo1TlhYMDBmVjlzYTljZXhHRFUxc0JCeEN0cGpLNU1naU0iLCJhdWQiOiJ2IiwiZXhwIjoxNzM4MDIxNTMwLCJraWQiOiI0TDV5T2NqclYxTlVxVnpjVXZKQm4xd1RtNGVUR0c5TWgwMjAxWWs1anU5TkEifQ.M4wG_xCIo7QaGyOFqh80ulZdH-wOssnAHOmqVHqGyjBTp5_xJd-YlE8BvkKF_vIbrzsV3e-XlmC9WVb83hpOaYASPDSxDEF1xxc-GCQ5nefCLKsmuO_HfI8ns0OxhUOi92ySQrqEr5QvxRbV7ov9E_kuaZ5T9iAqvVD4BidrakLFxkEQGkajJ4eI5P9nbtyF1WbZy1Q41tx1Ejr6PiFYRAlf07v8BX0kN3kqWU3NIaGc5xZpumS80hCqetlFTWBWKT7C1moW5lLpQwVwcKRrdQfViwJ2EJe9y0HeukrhgimSFdaPdSGWOUQofWn6Kabj678i0_nGl7eM4tx5rg_CKg" loop="" muted="" playsinline="" preload="metadata" style="aspect-ratio: 1280 / 720;"></video></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Raise shell against your enemies</strong></h2>
<p class="">Of course, the main hook of any Soulslike lies in the gameplay, and Aggro Crab remains faithful to the genre with some fun twists. Krill’s moveset includes light and heavy attacks mapped to R1 and R2, respectively. The Circle button is sprint, Square casts Umami magic, and L1 blocks with your makeshift shell. Locking onto enemies like aggressive crabs is key to studying their movements, blocking and dodging until the perfect opportunity to strike. Holding R1 unleashes a satisfying charge attack, oftentimes causing defeated foes to drift off with the ocean currents.</p>
<p class="">Krill’s shell is where Another Crab’s Treasure distinguishes itself from many Soulslikes. As the game’s name suggests, Krill is in the market for temporary homes while he reclaims his original shell. These come in the form of soda cans, bottle caps, banana peels, party hats, you name it. Each “shell” acts as a shield and offers unique stat boosts, like tradeoffs for attack, Umami, defense, etc.</p>
<p class="">Some enemies are especially vulnerable to Umami magic, which means unleashing shells’ unique magical abilities is key. I particularly enjoyed the soda can’s proximity-based attack bubbles and the tin can’s electricity field. Shells have limited durability, however, so you’re always scanning for Krill’s next defensive flophouse. I was initially hesitant about the durability factor, but I ultimately appreciated being forced to try out the myriad shells.</p>
<figure class="wp-block-video wp-video-391302"><video autoplay="" controls="" data-src="https://stream.mux.com/4yDI5skzuY02kq8NRk33TjVpvEUIISb1iClP700vTUtO8/capped-1080p.mp4?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiI0eURJNXNrenVZMDJrcThOUmszM1RqVnB2RVVJSVNiMWlDbFA3MDB2VFV0TzgiLCJhdWQiOiJ2IiwiZXhwIjoxNzM4MDIxNTMwLCJraWQiOiI0TDV5T2NqclYxTlVxVnpjVXZKQm4xd1RtNGVUR0c5TWgwMjAxWWs1anU5TkEifQ.kGdiNCkj6cEGGHHfDO99NK5h9qB9-EafD_IWJsqBHYSLnW3rDbPU4__3kr3VRXs0ZRP71EtAIySO1Hie-1aX97uNO83V6n5GCySAlwrAp8EiAo2k5clzBXsoj1ulnb1c52GahULb5_pyJAEpm_bfGmZcpeGC82OwuwehpLqlxIVx7HRiuIkVF-GVuAVvf4jUcqh_MzWY11T3dZCOVETNv1n39d4jNT-LllMvMd7e7FpIE48MV0xFF4FiJfeVDYDkm7sx5oOeSHJnDwf5lLcap4KsH1HA1SJh6D9i3pvoKIIxBoUCJwXGbII1vHVeWFPoBbwYFkKY_lSs-jhJxXZR4w" loop="" muted="" playsinline="" preload="metadata" style="aspect-ratio: 1280 / 720;"></video></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>3D platforming fun</strong></h2>
<p class="">Many Soulslike games keep players’ feet planted firmly on the ground, which is another area where Another Crab’s Treasure swims against the current. The X button jumps, and holding it down makes Krill do a cute little glide-swim. These nimble traversal options blend well with the cheery, classic 3D platforming aesthetic. One location might hide a path behind breakable glass bottles, revealing a light platforming challenge. Another may entice players to climb to a vantage point and glide to a far-off collectible.</p>
<p class="">Krill eventually discovers a grappling hook that adds a new dimension of verticality to the mix. Holding the L2 button in mid-air slows time and allows Krill to grapple onto specific points like fishhooks and climbable nets. These traversal options encourage players to carefully study the vibrant environments for hidden treasures (once the enemies are taken care of). Pacing is key in Soulslike games, I appreciated the palate-cleansing platforming sections after tough fights.</p>
<figure class="wp-block-video wp-video-391287"><video autoplay="" controls="" data-src="https://stream.mux.com/ioLXcKuNIt8mSJUF00d13pjWvWUw00WOyGvbtVhJ1MEzM/capped-1080p.mp4?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJpb0xYY0t1Tkl0OG1TSlVGMDBkMTNwald2V1V3MDBXT3lHdmJ0VmhKMU1Fek0iLCJhdWQiOiJ2IiwiZXhwIjoxNzM4MDIxNTMwLCJraWQiOiI0TDV5T2NqclYxTlVxVnpjVXZKQm4xd1RtNGVUR0c5TWgwMjAxWWs1anU5TkEifQ.KGukGN6SkHHZgzjJZjIrlkqEyxaHNiMHWmeeu4sLbgbf7PxwNxssG-eU3R81TugLcSC_rs4xdMSBm_RpCwS0bHdjTezpetW6VtmAgg8X8UTlEytgazIVrslA9phRw5bcEFRzKi7yG-Ea1C2XVx-mXZpFJ7LVI8elAVvBahZ2yiL-Afzuczw21yyjXtQ7NwDmsJWQPJLVRAvsVf9V7-SVzJGOX7nesiKEHZZWv_LZsOXMoVOKKHP6emYgrjxSpQwca8WIuw27I7xrhHt8suSQOwpTw8CHWuLOZ6rud4gkKMNLLYi1vkR8d0W59zSDemI3rV7h41qUHxPuHaeqCETeIQ" loop="" muted="" playsinline="" preload="metadata" style="aspect-ratio: 1280 / 720;"></video></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>A knowing wink to Soulslike fans</strong></h2>
<p class="">Another Crab’s Treasure reminds me of musician and national treasure Weird Al Yankovic, it delivers a humorous parody of a well-known topic yet delivers entertainment beyond the surface-level goof. For example, I was tickled by the first boss encounter, featuring a mounted knight-like sea creature charging down a hill as its name and health bar filled the top of the screen. After I was done chuckling, I had to buckle up for a genuinely challenging-yet-rewarding fight.</p>
<p class="">Based on my hands-on time the homage runs deeper than its fun references, and the unique cartoony vibe and shell-swapping mechanics freshen up the formula. Dive into Another Crab’s Treasure when it releases on PS5 April 25.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/24/new-gran-turismo-7-update-features-an-all-electric-concept-racing-car-created-exclusively-for-the-game/',
                'New Gran Turismo 7 update features an all-electric concept racing car created exclusively for the game',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/efb41b0a2a03e31d5efbef61958770ac1c17b600.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Gran Turismo players! Now more than ever, technology is developing in ways that creates endless possibilities. This month’s GT updates features a glimpse of what the future would hold through two vehicles, the coveted ŠKODA Vision Gran Turismo and AFEELA Prototype 2024 .   </p>
<p class="">Update 1.46* for Gran Turismo 7 will be available as of Wednesday, April 24 at 11:00pm PST / April 25 at 7:00am BST / 3:00pm JST. </p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fa_N4E0oy_w" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Three new cars added this month</strong></h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672579373_932b57dae9_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672579373_932b57dae9_h.jpg"/></a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">ŠKODA Vision Gran Turismo</h3>
<p class="">A single-seater all-wheel drive EV from the distinguished Czech manufacturer. </p>
<p class="">Drawing on the rich heritage of Škoda Motorsport, the Škoda Design Team has created a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car: the ŠKODA Vision Gran Turismo. Created exclusively for Gran Turismo, this concept represents Škoda’s first inclusion in the Gran Turismo series. Inspired by the Škoda 1100 OHC Spyder racing car from 1957, a vehicle originally developed for the prestigious 24-hour Le Mans race, the Vision Gran Turismo is a modern tribute to this legendary racing car and promises an immersive and responsive driving experience. </p>
<p class="">The ŠKODA Vision Gran Turismo project began in 2019 when the design team revisited the iconic Škoda 1100 OHC. Initially, the team was debating whether to restore the original 1100 OHC or create a futuristic iteration for the digital age. After consulting with Chief Designer Oliver Stefani, the Škoda Design team opted for an innovative approach, creating a fusion of past and future. </p>
<p class="">This racing concept pays homage to its legendary predecessor as well as incorporating the defining features of Škoda’s Modern Solid design language, as seen in its T-shaped headlights. What’s more, the Vision Gran Turismo showcases two distinct liveries: one reflecting the heritage of the famous Škoda 130 RS racing car from 70́s, and the other inspired by the Vision 7S concept car, which embodies Škodás Modern Solid Design philosophy. </p>
<p class="">The ŠKODA Vision Gran Turismo boasts a sleek exterior with crisp, clear lines and pronounced edges, mirroring the aesthetics of current Formula E racers. Its design is optimized for superior handling through active aerodynamics. Features like the aerodynamically sculpted body, and the striking, adaptive two-piece rear wing, all work together to dynamically adjust to driving conditions and boost performance. The vehicle incorporates independent wishbone push-rod type suspension system, mounted to a carbon monocoque like those found in Formula E cars, improving high-speed stability, reducing body roll, and lowering the vehicle’s center of gravity. </p>
<p class="">Efficiency and excellent driving dynamics are at the heart of the ŠKODA Vision Gran Turismo design. It is equipped with two 200 kW (268.2 BHP) electric twin motors, one on each axle, delivering a combined power output of 800 kW (1,072 BHP). The inclusion of all-wheel drive with intelligent torque distribution across both axles ensures a balanced and responsive driving experience. This is complemented by a smooth, single-speed transmission, providing seamless acceleration. </p>
<p class="">The design of the ŠKODA Vision Gran Turismo harmonizes the exterior and interior, giving the driver the feeling of merging with the car ‒ especially once they take a seat in the cockpit of the cutting-edge carbon monocoque chassis.</p>
<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672579338_b6e06dda6f_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672579338_b6e06dda6f_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672369876_3e2c5c6e1e_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672369876_3e2c5c6e1e_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a></p> 



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">AFEELA Prototype 2024</h3>
<p class="">A revolutionary ‘mobility device’ set to change how we spend time moving. </p>
<p class="">“Move people, through the pursuit of innovation with diverse inspirations.” Embrace cutting edge technology and create a new kind of joy in movement to inspire others. This is the purpose for which Sony Honda Mobility was founded in 2022. This new company, born from the collaboration between 2 very different companies, unveiled their AFEELA Prototype 2024 BEV at the beginning of CES® 2024. </p>
<p class="">On the exterior, the car uses an orthodox hatchback sedan shape with a smooth aerodynamic look. There are several sensing devices across the car, including the LiDAR unit at the front of the roof and other image and radar sensors. The highly accurate data from these devices are used to provide more natural driving assistance. </p>
<p class="">The doors open automatically as the user approaches so there is no need for door handles. Looking towards the front grille, you will find the customizable ‘Media Bar’, a digital display which allows for both self-expression and communication from outside the car. </p>
<p class="">However, the real appeal of the AFEELA lies within its cabin. The interior features a vast array of features to ensure passengers are never bored. </p>
<p class="">The most obvious feature as you board the vehicle is the wide dashboard display spanning almost the entire width of the car. This screen provides not only information from the car itself, but several entertainment options which can also be shown on the seatback displays for the rear seats. As well as music and movies, passengers can also view a real-time 3D representation of the car’s surroundings taken from the sensor arrays and allows them to enjoy the scenery around them as if playing a game. </p>
<p class="">The appeal of the car is not only visual either. The AFEELA also features a personal agent feature which allows passengers to interact with the car through natural speech. Additionally, a combination of Honda’s extensive experience in mobility and Sony’s audio knowhow has resulted in an innovative noise cancelling system to reduce road noise. Isolated from the drone of the outside world, the interior’s numerous speakers provide an unparalleled audio soundstage. </p>
<p class="">The AFEELA transforms the process of moving around from simply waiting, to enjoying the time spent in the car. This 2024 Prototype is critical milestone in the process of bring the AFEELA to market production.</p>
<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672819330_ef518e55a2_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672819330_ef518e55a2_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672719509_fa699e7e81_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672719509_fa699e7e81_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a></p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70</strong></h3>
<p class="">Popular in drag racing; sporting incredible power from a massive engine. </p>
<p class="">Introduced in the 1964 model year, the Chevelle was Chevrolet’s first intermediate model. With an SS sports grade model in the line-up and an option for a 327ci high output V8 engine, the Chevelle carried all the hallmarks of a muscle car. </p>
<p class="">In the following year of 1965 however, the Chevelle SS was transformed into a full-blown high-performance car, with a 396 ci, OHV V8. From then on the Chevelle SS was only offered with this 396 ci unit, drawing a clear line between it and the previous SS. </p>
<p class="">In 1970, the Chevelle SS went on to be called the most powerful intermediate model on the market. The engine line-up that was only available in 396 ci was upgraded, offering an enlarged 402 ci model. In addition, a 454 ci, enlarged version of the 427 ci, was offered as well. </p>
<p class="">The option codes for the two types of 454 ci models offered, were the LS5 and LS6. The former produced 355 BHP with a compression of 10.25:1, and the compression of the latter was raised to 11.25:1, and combined with high cams and high flow headers, it produced approximately 449.7 BHP. This was the most powerful catalogue model engine in the history of American cars in its day. </p>
<p class="">The LS6-equipped Chevelle SS454 was immediately recognised as a very special model, with its wild power output unlikely for a road-legal car. Equipped with a straight exhaust and carburettor settings, it is said to have easily exceeded 493.1 BHP, and was the big contender in stock class drag racing.</p>
<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672819325_9cf525dc30_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672819325_9cf525dc30_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672369856_48cc52da09_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672369856_48cc52da09_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Café / Extra Menus  </strong></h2>
<p class="">The following Menu has been added:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Extra Menu No. 38: ‘Ferrari 12-Cylinder Engines’ (Collector Level 38 and above)</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672579288_546838ff29_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672579288_546838ff29_h.jpg"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>World Circuits (Event)</strong></h2>
<p class="">The following new events have been added to ‘World Circuits’:</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Japanese Clubman Cup 550: Alsace – Village Reverse</li>
<li>American FR Challenge 550: Trial Mountain Circuit Reverse</li>
<li>Vision Gran Turismo Trophy: Grand Valley – Highway 1</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672579298_4a65cba682_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53672579298_4a65cba682_h.jpg"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Scapes </strong> </h2>
<p class="">‘San Diego’ has been added as a featured curation in Scapes</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53671487842_811c9793ae_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53671487842_811c9793ae_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class=""><em>*Internet connection and Gran Turismo 7 game required for update.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/24/20250425-gameweek/',
                'Game Week Sale comes to PlayStation Store',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/034f2b58797d289a238d6eb25edc958f2b38b92e.png?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">There’s something for everyone in the Game Week Sale which rolls out onto PlayStation Store April 24. For a limited time*, enjoy discounts on a vast assortment of titles, including Street Fighter 6 (34% off), Persona 3 Reload Digital Premium Edition (25% off) and many more. </p>
<p class="">When the promotion goes live to see <a href="https://store.playstation.com/category/5762c031-c8b9-4b06-a4ee-6b4a1678da75?emcid=ow-pl-509114" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">the full list</a> and find out your regional discount. </p>
<p class=""><em>*Game Week Sale available on PlayStation Store from 00:00am JST, Wednesday April 24 until 23:59pm JST Wednesday May 8. Game selection may differ by region. Check PlayStation Store for more details.</em></p>
<p class="">*<em>Offers not applicable for Malaysia PS Store.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/25/join-playstation-tournaments-road-to-evo-and-watch-evo-japan/',
                'Join PlayStation Tournaments: Road to Evo and watch Evo Japan',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/d2a7c63d5f84ad40361e5cd293801cb3cf8c17b1.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">As we near the end of April, the fighting game scene truly begins to heat up. From April 27 to 29, the best of the best will gather in Tokyo to crown an Evo Japan champion. Then, players will gather for the world’s premier fighting game event, Evo 2024 in Las Vegas. Through the PlayStation Tournaments: Road to Evo program, players can compete at home and join online competitions for a chance to win a trip and showcase their skills at Evo 2024 in Las Vegas.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Win a trip to compete at Evo 24 in Las Vegas in PlayStation Tournaments: Road to Evo 2024</h2>
<p class="">We’re excited to announce details for Road to Evo 2024 on PS5 Tournaments. Players worldwide are invited to compete to win a round-trip ticket to Evo in Las Vegas and play on the biggest stage in fighting games. </p>
<p class="">Road to Evo 2024 will feature Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Guilty Gear -Strive-, Mortal Kombat 1, The King of Fighters XV on PS5. Six regions are eligible to compete: North America, Europe, East Asia*, ANZ, and MENA. In the end, 15 PlayStation competitors will be given the opportunity to travel and compete in Las Vegas.</p>
<p class="">Players who join the PlayStation Esports Discord between April 25 to May 9 will earn a unique Evo-themed PlayStation Network avatar. To join the Discord channel, click <a href="https://playst.cc/49pGlAg">here.</a></p>
<p class="">Last year’s Road to Evo champions accomplished some incredible feats battling through online and in-person challengers to reach the world’s biggest stages. We followed their journey all the way from their PlayStation consoles to the largest Evo of all time. Watch their inspiring story in this new documentary.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/25noQQR9mTw" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Evo Japan starts this weekend</h2>
<p class="">The fighting game community’s eyes will be on Tokyo this weekend as players compete in Tekken 8, Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear -Strive-, The King of Fighters XV, Under Night In-Birth II [Sys:Celes], Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising and Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike.</p>
<p class="">Evo Japan marks Tekken 8’s first major tournament and will also feature the return of  the fan-favorite Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike. Tune into the English stream on Evo’s <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/evo">Twitch</a> channel from April 27th to April 29th. You can also compete at home in Tekken 8, Guilty Gear -Strive-, and The King of Fighters XV through PlayStation Tournaments on PS5.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Get ready for Evo 2024 in Las Vegas</h2>
<p class="">From July 19th to July 21st, the biggest weekend in fighting games will commence at Evo 2024 in Las Vegas.</p>
<p class="">The weekend will feature the genre’s biggest titles, including new Evo debuts like Tekken 8, Mortal Kombat 1, Under Night In-Birth II [Sys:Celes], and Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.  Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear -Strive-, and The King of Fighters XV will also return to the Evo stage, and community classic Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike returns to Evo for the first time since 2009.</p>
<p class="">This year also features Evo in a new venue: The Las Vegas Convention Center. Fans can expect enhanced versions of the activities and experiences that define the show. Read more about the Evo attendee experience <a href="https://www.evo.gg/news/evo-2024-presented-by-chipotle-attendee-experience-revealed-during-announcement-show">here.</a> For those at home, you can watch Evo live on <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/evo">Twitch</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@EvoEvents">YouTube.</a></p>
<p class="">We can’t wait for what Evo 2024 will bring, and we hope you’ll join us. Tickets are on sale <a href="https://www.start.gg/tournament/evo-2024/details">now.</a> See you there!</p>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><em>*Eligible East Asia territories are limited to Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/26/share-of-the-week-robots/',
                'Share of the Week: Robots',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/66a6db52c9be05c14a5ab55c8d667dc0fbacf30f.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Last week, we asked you put the spotlight on robots and droids using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights:</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53680606778_6e0c882082_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53680606778_6e0c882082_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/TheFourthFocus/status/1782725198430552526/photo/1"><em>TheFourthFocus</em></a><em> shares a smiling tiny robot in the rain of Ratchet &amp; Clank: Rift Apart</em>.</p>



​​<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53679093658_91dadf9ac6_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53679093658_91dadf9ac6_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/call_me_xavii/status/1783155217422545052/photo/3"><em>call_me_xavii</em></a><em> shares Kara smiling downwards in Detroit: Become Human</em>.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53678870666_b7f1913e77_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53678870666_b7f1913e77_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/MrioMoreno5/status/1782860201432961336/photo/1"><em>MrioMoreno5</em></a><em> shares Astro sitting playing on a platform, while a larger robot stands in the distance of Astro’s Playroom</em>.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53679229369_99b79b26fb_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53679229369_99b79b26fb_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/wingsforsmiles/status/1783148562957713891/photo/3"><em>wingsforsmiles</em></a><em> shares a droid standing at a panel of buttons and levers in Star Wars Jedi Survivor.</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53679093568_d63877119a_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53679093568_d63877119a_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/BBSnakeCorn/status/1781759602628932095/photo/3"><em>BBSnakeCorn</em></a><em> shares a portrait of Jack-8 in Tekken 8.</em></p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53679093598_304a70f00c_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53679093598_304a70f00c_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://twitter.com/BarryPaust/status/1782977026770583669/photo/1"><em>BarryPaust</em></a><em> shares the titular Stray cat looks up at a robot.</em></p>
<p class="">Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53678005487_1e044393bd_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53678005487_1e044393bd_h.jpg" width="1920"/></a>
<p class="">THEME:  Stellar Blade<br/>SUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on May 1, 2024</p>
<p class="">Next week, we’re turning our lens on Stellar Blade. Share epic moments from Stellar Blade using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/29/akuma-rages-into-street-fighter-6-on-may-22/',
                'Akuma rages into Street Fighter 6 on May 22',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/04/5b710b43a222f0de666fb095295301b0ef4c8bea.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Legend tells of a man so consumed by his pursuit of strength that his soul and body have now faded into nothingness. Though many wish he were a mere legend, Akuma will rise again in <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/street-fighter-6/">Street Fighter 6</a>, to challenge foes worthy enough to face him on May 22. Will you harness the power of the Satsui no Hado or succumb to it?</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/eo8LaGHiK1g" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<p class="">Akuma made his debut in Super Street Fighter II Turbo as a hidden boss and playable character. In Street Fighter 6, Akuma’s thirst for strength has taken a maddening toll. He carves figures of the hundreds of opponents he has felled and places them in the cave he resides, their silence beckoning him to fall deeper into his path of inner strife.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674642428_d358c996d8_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674642428_d358c996d8_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Nakayama-san’s comments on his design: Akuma now has a more striking presence complete with gray hair. We also used Buddha statues and animals as references for his musculature in an attempt to give the character a more memorable aesthetic.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53673543547_8092796751_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53673543547_8092796751_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Like the rest of the Year 1 characters, Akuma can become your Master in World Tour. Find him in a new area, Enma’s Hollow, located on the island of Gokuento, but beware the effects of the Satsui no Hado lest you become tormented by its hunger. After increasing your bond with Akuma, he’ll teach you his demonic moves, which you can then assign to your avatar to be used in your World Tour travels or in Avatar Battles in the Battle Hub.</p>
<p class="">As a man who has spent his life honing his skills, Akuma’s move set will be familiar to long-time fans, but the Satsui no Hado has unlocked new abilities. His fast walk speed and long-reaching normals allow him to control space and the flow of the fight.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674877190_c22ce4b8ef_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674877190_c22ce4b8ef_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Let’s start with Akuma’s iconic moves that make him a well-rounded pursuer. His infamous fireball, Gou Hadoken is back, and can be charged up so that a “red fireball” is released instead, giving Akuma more options upon hit or block. Everyone’s favorite air fireball, Zanku Hadoken, can cover Akuma’s aggressive approach. His dragon punch, Gou Shoryuken, works as an anti-air or as a combo ender. Finally, Tatsumaki Zanku-Kyaku sees Akuma spinning forward in a series of kicks that change properties based on which kick button is pressed.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674876880_719d94d37a_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674876880_719d94d37a_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Like his previous iterations, Akuma uses Ashura Senku to glide on the battlefield cloaked in shadows. Be wary of using this ability since it can be stopped mid-way by an opponent’s attacks. However, Akuma has honed this move’s vulnerabilities and can now use Oboro Throw during the approach to surprise opponents.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674423311_8c177f35f1_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674423311_8c177f35f1_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Adamant Flame is one of Akuma’s new moves, where he performs a forward thrust engulfed in flames. This move is useful in combos and for exploiting vulnerable opponents due to its long reach. The OD version will wall splat opponents, opening up more opportunities in the corner.</p>
<p class="">Demon Raid is the Street Fighter 6 version of Hyakkishu. As Akuma leaps into the air with this move, choose to follow up with a low kick, overhead attack, dive kick, or to end the leap early. The OD version of Demon Raid unlocks two more follow-ups: an air fireball and an air tatsu.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674876855_497d4e6439_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674876855_497d4e6439_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Akuma’s Level 1 Super Art is Messatsu Gohado, where he fires a highly concentrated ball of Satsui no Hado. Like most Level 1s, this move is invulnerable on start-up. Akuma has a second Level 1 called Tenma Gozanku where he unleashes the fireball from the air.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674776699_91d2d86da9_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674776699_91d2d86da9_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Empyrean’s End is Akuma’s Level 2 Super Art where he turns the Satsui no Hado into a powerful flame and ignites it within the opponent. Using this move close to the corner will result in a wall splat where Akuma can continue his pressure or damage. Empyrean’s End is also invulnerable on start-up.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674876450_11f5515235_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674876450_11f5515235_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Akuma’s first Level 3 Super Art is Sip of Calamity, another move that is invulnerable on start-up! He throws opponents on the ground with their face and follows up with a single devastating blow.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674776029_6bb4021454_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674776029_6bb4021454_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Finally, the move you’ve all been waiting for: Shun Goku Satsu or the “Raging Demon.” This second Level 3 Super Art can only be performed when his Vitality is low enough for a Critical Art and can be used to end combos. This time, he allows you to see what happens during the one-second worth of nightmares.</p>
<p class="">Coming with this update is a new stage, Enma’s Hollow, where Akuma resides to continue his hellbent training. Year 1 Ultimate Pass owners will receive this stage on May 22.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674641218_0a450cb9e3_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53674641218_0a450cb9e3_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Akuma’s Outfit 2 is inspired by his debut look in Super Street Fighter II Turbo. Speaking of outfits, Rashid, A.K.I., Ed, and Akuma will have their Outfit 3s also available for purchase when Akuma releases, and will automatically be distributed to all Year 1 Ultimate Pass owners.</p>
<p class="">One last thing before we sign off. With the Akuma update comes the major balance patch we mentioned in the past where all characters will receive changes. We’ll have more to share about this in the future as we approach May 22.</p>
<p class="">Get ready to unleash your inner demon when Akuma rages in!</p>
<p class=""></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/01/playstation-stars-campaigns-and-digital-collectibles-for-may-2024/',
                'PlayStation Stars Campaigns and Digital Collectibles for May 2024',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/05/53e38d603b112d0a15a8f9bcfc0891cdca6d3b91.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class=""><strong>Update:</strong> The Mortal Kombat 1 Road to EVO 2024 Tournament campaign was listed as part of the monthly PlayStation Stars activities in error. This article has been updated to reflect this change.</p>
<hr class="ps-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/>
<p class="">Welcome to May, <a href="https://www.playstation.com/playstation-stars/?smcid=mablog">PlayStation Stars</a> members. With a new month upon us, we’re ready to introduce new Campaigns and Digital Collectibles. Get ready to immerse yourself in thrilling challenges, unlock rewards, and enhance your digital collectible display case. Let’s dive right in to discover what awaits you this month.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: Road to Evo 2024 | Digital Collectible: Road to Evo 2024 Trophy</strong><br/>Available May 1</p>
<p class=""><a href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/04/25/join-playstation-tournaments-road-to-evo-and-watch-evo-japan/">The Road to Evo is paved with perseverance</a>. Start your path to victory by participating in any one of the tournaments listed below to earn a special Digital Collectible.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Guilty Gear -Strive- Road to EVO 2024 Tournament</li>
<li>The King of Fighters XV Road to EVO 2024 Tournament</li>
<li>Tekken 8 Road to EVO 2024 Tournament</li>
</ul>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMG41ZjE3cjVsNWp1YnNpZmQ2M3o1eGxvbmlyZHJwdXN6cDg3cnE4ZSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/A6fA0Rk50fMI82yIhk/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: PlayStation Plus Game Catalog: Must-play this Month | Reward: 50 Points</strong><br/>Available May 1</p>
<p class="">Play any one of the below games from the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog to earn 50 Points.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Assetto Corsa Competizione</li>
<li>Dead By Daylight</li>
<li>Back 4 Blood</li>
<li>Riders Republic</li>
<li>Outriders</li>
<li>Wreckfest</li>
</ul>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: Role Player’s Guild | Digital Collectible: The Outlaw</strong><br/>Available May 2</p>
<p class="">Our journey to celebrate the RPG genre and its influence continues with The Outlaw. These characters defy law and order to fight for what they believe in. Play any one of these titles to get your Digital Collectible tarot card.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Cyberpunk 2077</li>
<li>Grand Theft Auto V</li>
<li>LIke a Dragon: Infinite Wealth</li>
<li>Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name</li>
<li>Red Dead Redemption 2</li>
<li>Payday 3</li>
</ul>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExdXRzZmtjdGd1MzJicTJ4bnR4YjV3c2ZzMWU3Y3BtYmo3MmJkdTZtaiZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/0K013jDU838T3dmC9I/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: Your PlayStation Plus Monthly Games Await | Reward: 50 Points</strong><br/>Available May 7<sup> </sup>  </p>
<p class="">Check out the new batch of PlayStation Plus Monthly Games. <a href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/01/playstation-plus-monthly-games-for-may-ea-sports-fc-24-ghostrunner-2-tunic-destiny-2-lightfall/">Play any one of these excellent additions to your library to get some Points.  </a></p>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: PlayStation VR2 Showtime | Game Drop | Reward: 50 Points</strong><br/>Available May 9 </p>
<p class="">Try any one of these PS VR2 games below and earn 50 Points.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Tiger Blade</li>
<li>Hubris</li>
<li>C-Smash VRS</li>
<li>Stilt</li>
</ul>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: PlayStation &amp; You: PS4 | Digital Collectible: PlayStation 4 Pro Console – Black</strong><br/>Available May 15 </p>
<p class="">PlayStation 4 Pro Console brought enhanced visuals to new and existing games via support for 4K resolution and HDR technology. Available only for registered owners of the PlayStation 4 Pro Console – Black – play any PS4 or PS5 game and unlock your limited edition Digital Collectible.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExczlxZndrc3h6MnhzcDI2OGY3NGttOG85M25sejhvMGh6MGxvdHhtOCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/ot6CY8oS0iF8Q5uqZC/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class=""><strong>Campaign: Wind Down with PlayStation | Digital Collectible: Fuzzy Sheep Ottoman</strong><br/>Available May 15 </p>
<p class="">It’s cozy game time. Come relax with us by starting any one of the games below to unlock your Digital Collectible.</p>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Open Roads</li>
<li>Melatonin</li>
<li>Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure</li>
<li>Mystic Pillars – Remastered</li>
</ul>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExemcyMmFxdzNoNDJobm1mcG51emp4MzNlem9hdWp0ZmRjMWVnbDZnOCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/cfkA03zRUVEuWyIPUg/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Head to PlayStation App to see all PlayStation Stars Campaigns throughout the month. Learn more about PlayStation Stars<a href="https://store.playstation.com/sky/qrcode/?smcid=Social%3ABlog%3Aloyalty-banner%3AApr-24"> here</a>.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/02/pistol-whip-unleashes-power-metal-with-the-voidslayer-collection-june-6/',
                'Pistol Whip unleashes power metal with the Voidslayer Collection June 6',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/05/b133269dd23221d6680442ed3eaf7248e4a95d60-scaled.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Remember last summer, when Pistol Whip got five new breakneck Scenes and one of them had soaring castle towers, trebuchet battles, and not one, but two dragons?</p>
<p class="">Here at Cloudhead, we looked at that Scene (the illustrious Majesty) and said “This rules, and we’re gonna make a whole Collection out of it, and no one can stop us.”</p>
<p class="">And of course, we added yet another new music genre to the game: power metal.</p>
<p class="">Welcome to Voidslayer: A frenzy of three new Pistol Whip Scenes that charge headlong through raucous villages, cataclysmic fields of battle, to the place where Earth and the cosmos blur together. Each Scene is an act within an epic journey. In the first act, Hero’s Dawn, you shall awake to the call of destiny, and follow it through a world of fire and darkness, with an endless stream of enemies to crash through as you go.</p>
<p class="">For our seasoned Pistol Whip players, we’ve got a couple of new Modifiers to check out, too.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media1.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExMHJmOXQwd2UxOHo0bnZpbGN2ZW8ydGl1cWQ3bDNjajZkdzUyZHZvOSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/iyjLSEPMvefoFZKX2c/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class=""><strong>Colour Match</strong> forces you to think quickly, as your weapons will be colour-coordinated to enemies on the field. Only the shots from matching-coloured guns will hit. This is one of those Modifiers that, as soon as you’ve mastered it, will make you want to go back and replay every single Scene just to see how much it changes the groove.</p>
<p class="">Meanwhile, the <strong>Deflector</strong> modifier gives you the ability to send bullets ricocheting back at your foes. And if you’re also wielding the Metal Gauntlet, remember to throw up the horns with every deflection. You won’t get any extra points or anything, but you’ll feel extremely cool, and our dev team will all cheer.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExbW51a2J1dW9pMXg3N3Nocnpld3J6d3Y1eGN0d3l2cXhpeHJqeXJqbCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/AV52ApwW8jFhMlPO1w/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">As a bunch of metalheads ourselves, we can’t wait to unleash our three chosen music tracks on you. With wailing guitar solos and furious kick drums from the likes of Bloodbound, Brothers of Metal, and Firewind, these are some of the most unstoppable, fist-in-the-air Pistol Whip songs yet.</p>
<p class="">Ready thy broken sword on June 6, when Hero’s Dawn, the first of Voidslayer’s three new Scenes, will arrive on PlayStation VR2, with the second and third Scenes following in the weeks after!</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/02/crow-country-retro-original-playstation-era-gameplay-stylings-meet-modern-horror/',
                'Crow Country: retro original PlayStation-era gameplay stylings meet modern horror',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/05/c7d72cc7773c5daa30334c4d15c4b37878aa488a.png?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">It’s no stretch to say that the original PlayStation is where the survival horror genre came into its own. Many players in the late 90s spent nights huddled in front of a CRT television, sweaty palms grasping a DualShock as their heart raced, dreading what might lurk in the next room. That nostalgic feeling is what small independent developer SFB Games aims to recreate with their original PlayStation-inspired horror adventure, Crow Country.</p>
<p class="">“Crow Country is a classic style survival horror, very much inspired by games from the PlayStation One era, which is our favorite or my favorite era of gaming,” says Adam Vian, the creative director, lead developer, and designer.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Closed for the season(s)</h2>
<p class="">It’s 1990, and the Crow Country amusement park just outside Atlanta abruptly shuttered two years ago. The former owner, Edward Crow, has been missing all that time. Special agent Mara Forest visits the abandoned park to solve this mystery.</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media0.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExbXRobTU4d21vbnc4ZjYyaTA3YjQ3dTNsazBxdTBhZTJuM2Rtdnp4YSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/cKzCytxHRJux3J10Os/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">I asked Adam about the inspirations behind the game’s setting. “I’m a big urban exploring fan; I watch a lot of it online,” he says. “They’ve been to all kinds of amazing places, slightly beautiful, sad places that are empty but have left behind stories. It’s so fascinating. Crow Country is about the yearning to look behind the scenes at a theme park. Get off the rides and look behind the animatronics. Go in staff-only doors and look at their machines, the control panels, and all the stuff you’re not normally supposed to see in this amazing network of tunnels. And it’s quite creepy and dark because they’re not designed to be seen by the public. But they’re amazing.”</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Everything old is new again</h2>
<p class="">So, what about the original PlayStation era of survival horror inspired Adam to make a game in that vein? </p>
<p class="">“I think it’s mostly about how sophisticated the graphics were,” he says. “It was complex enough to show human characters but not yet photorealistic. Once you go too far past that generation, you’re too close to photorealism for your imagination to need to do any work. Some things aren’t quite clear, you can use more stylization. And it’s more engaging for that reason. For horror, it’s all about leaving that gap of ‘I’m not quite sure what I’m looking at.’ And it’s scarier than if I was looking at a high-resolution image.”</p>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container" tabindex="-1">
<div aria-hidden="true" class="ps-age-gate-container__inner">
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZTllaTlycmZld252dG1rcnFxZnh3cGpwNjk1cm9oNTgwZHhhZWJucyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/nfK043JlTX8RlPw5cO/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
</div>
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay">
<div class="ps-age-gate-container__overlay-inner">
<button class="ps-age-gate-container__unlock-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--lock icon--white" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title>Verify your age to view this content.</title><path d="M0 0H20V20H0z" fill="none"></path><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M15 9h-1V6c0-2.2-1.8-4-4-4S6 3.8 6 6v3H5c-.5 0-1 .5-1 1v7c0 .5.5 1 1 1h10c.5 0 1-.5 1-1v-7c0-.5-.5-1-1-1zm-4 7H9l.4-2.2c-.5-.2-.9-.8-.9-1.3 0-.8.7-1.5 1.5-1.5s1.5.7 1.5 1.5c0 .6-.3 1.1-.9 1.3L11 16zm1-7H8V6c0-1.1.9-2 2-2s2 .9 2 2v3z"></path> </svg>
<span>Verify your age to view this content.</span>
</button>
</div>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Modern conveniences</h2>
<p class="">SFB Games had to weigh whether modern gaming conveniences should be eschewed to get that retro feel down just right. </p>
<p class="">“I would say the big one we have avoided is auto-saving checkpoints,” says Adam. “Almost everything you play now will auto-save and give you checkpoints. One of my favorite traditions in horror games is the save room. You can rest, reflect, and calm down for a moment while you save your game. The save room loses its power if you’re not threatened with losing progress. So you have to respect that old school system.”</p>
<p class="">“We’ve got both traditional and modern controls simultaneously, so you can use the D-pad for tank and the analog stick for modern. When I play, I will occasionally find myself touching the D-pad to rotate Mara a little bit or to make her move back a little bit — two things that you can’t necessarily do with modern controls. So, if you’re choosing to play tank, only you are making it slightly hard on yourself, and that’s fine. Maybe that’s the challenge you want.” </p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExYjE2NHgyMTFlbzl1eDVwcHgyb2VmeHBpbGw3enhneWI0Ynd5bDNtdyZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/H52lHMWG15DVDI4VkI/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">Regarding challenges, I asked what sort of puzzles players can look forward to solving because one of the hallmarks of classic survival horror is (sometimes very out-of-place) puzzles. “I have tried quite a bit to tell a story with the world and the details, so a lot of it will line up with relevant story details.  I also wanted variety so every puzzle would be different. You’ve got a puzzle in the arcade where you play the arcade games, but the actual logic of why you need to play them is not so realistic. I also wanted some puzzles that were part of the horror, so a couple of the puzzles in Crow Country might make you uncomfortable and go, ‘This is horrible,’ or ‘I don’t want to touch that thing. I don’t wanna go near it.’” </p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Surprises all around</h2>
<p class="">What else in the game are the developers excited for the players to experience? For Adam, it’s the soundscape. </p>
<p class="">“The soundtrack was composed by Ockeroid, who created the most beautiful [original PlayStation]-esque soundtrack. It’s beautiful, sometimes very horrible, and kind of moving and dark sometimes. There are also various upgrades, secret ammo, optional guns, and things you’d expect to see in a game like this. There’s a secret way to increase your running speed. There’s a secret way to make your med kits heal you more. But they’re quite hidden, so you’ve got to look hard for them.”</p>
<p class="center"><img alt="" height="1080" src="https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExZms0ZXNiazRxZHppc3F5b3B0NmllZXdqcDBmOGViNzNmc3dvZGc0bCZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZfYnlfaWQmY3Q9Zw/lRHLvYuuCrEo7BCaAw/giphy.gif" width="1920"/></p>
<p class="">“Even if you’re not a diehard horror fan, you should check it out,” says Tom. “You could approach it in exploration mode, turning it into a spooky, tense puzzle game adventure. With no risk, just a thick, spooky atmosphere around you. I think you’ll find something to enjoy here.”</p>
<p class="">Players can look forward to experiencing the horror when Crow Country launches on PS5 &amp; PS4 on May 9. </p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/02/players-choice-vote-for-aprils-best-new-game-4/',
                'Players’ Choice: Stellar Blade voted April’s top new game',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/05/f48283344a959458d8af511d73a779b1ddd4814d.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Eve comes out victorious as Stellar Blade is awarded the Players’ Choice title. Congrats to Shift Up!</p>
<p class="">What games have you been playing in April? Share predictions on what will win for this month in the comments below.</p>
<hr class="ps-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/>
<p class="">April saw a lot of action and big boss fights. From the depths of the sea to the far reaches of space, what thrilling adventure was your top pick?</p>
<p class=""><strong>How does it work?</strong> At the end of every month, PlayStation.Blog will open a poll where you can vote for the best new game released that month. After the polls close we will tally your votes, and announce the winner on our social channels and PlayStation.Blog. PlayStation Store will also showcase some top Players’ Choice winners throughout the year.</p>
<p class=""><strong>What is the voting criteria?</strong> That’s up to you! If you were only able to recommend one new release to a friend that month, which would it be? Note: re-released games don’t qualify, while remakes are reserved for ambitious, larger-scale rebuilds such as Resident Evil 4 (2023) and Final Fantasy VII Remake.</p>
<p class=""><strong>How are nominees decided?</strong> The PlayStation.Blog and PlayStation Store editorial teams will gather a list of that month’s most noteworthy releases and use it to seed the poll. Write-in votes will be accepted.</p>
<figure class="wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-crowdsignal wp-block-embed-crowdsignal"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
<script>var pd_tags = new Array;pd_tags["13709987-src"]="poll-oembed-simple";</script><script charset="utf-8" src="https://secure.polldaddy.com/p/13709987.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
</div></figure>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/03/new-storylines-team-affinity-and-more-this-may-in-mlb-the-show-24/',
                'New Storylines, Team Affinity, and more this May in MLB The Show 24',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/05/ae3dfb9d9a7c7090c3fb7b680723b38892ced5b3.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">The Drive to Diamond continues this May with all-new content intended to help players learn and earn in MLB The Show 24.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9_ntoTvKuPk" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Storylines: Derek Jeter – Part 2</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687110127_ef2cc42db2_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"></a>
<p class="">Experience even more of The Captain’s most memorable career moments and earn remarkable rewards, including equipment and player items, in the second half of the all-new Storylines: Derek Jeter. From his famous flip throw in game 3 of the 2001 American League Division Series to claiming the Yankees all-time hits leader spot, a position still held by Jeter to this day, to the walk-off in his final home game, making for a storybook ending to a fabled career, relive these and more of Mr. November’s professional peaks in Storylines: Derek Jeter – Part 2.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Team Affinity Season 1: Chapter 3</h2>
<a href="//live.staticflickr.com/65535/53688436140_55fbaf156c_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"></a>
<p class="">Team Affinity (TA) Season 1: Chapter 3 brings brand-new Moments, Missions, and more ways to play in MLB The Show 24 for a chance to add some of the best players MLB has to offer, past and present, from each of the 30 clubs to your Diamond Dynasty squad and this time around…they’re all Diamond 99’s!</p>
<p class="">Take on Single Player, Multiplayer*, Boss &amp; Repeatable PXP Stat Missions to earn TA Points for progress in the six Team Affinity Divisional Programs in Chapter 3. Complete Moments and, if you’re feeling lucky, Extreme Moments (1 per Division) to earn even more TA Points. Earn Vouchers from TA Mini Seasons, a Conquest Map, and an Extreme Showdown featuring Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood to exchange for additional TA Points good towards progression in any of the six programs. Additionally, play March to October or complete Player Exchanges to pick up even more TA Points and continue your way along the program reward paths to get your mitts on some of those Diamond 99s like Hyper Series Blake Treinen, Edgar Marinez, and Ian Kinsler in Team Affinity Season 1: Chapter 3.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Stadium Creator – Future City Props Kit</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53688339284_364e008997_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"></a>
<p class="">MLB The Show 24 has an eye towards the future with the all-new Future City Props Kit in Stadium Creator. From hi-tech towers to designer diners, the Future City Props Kit provides 75+ new props, giving you everything you need to create a sleek, state-of-the-art stadium. To locate the Future City Props Kit in Stadium Creator, search by Tag using the term Future City, then proceed to build the futuristic field of your dreams in MLB The Show 24.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Even more in May</h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687110152_89b7601a26_4k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"></a>
<p class="">Find even more content in May, like brand-new Season Awards featuring the MLB’s current crop of players in their most stellar plays from the 2024 season, new Moments found in a bevy of Other Programs, and weekly free packs to help you build out your supreme squad for use in MLB The Show 24.</p>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><em>*Online multiplayer features require an internet connection and a console-specific online multiplayer subscription.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/03/alter-enters-apex-legends-with-new-season-launching-may-7/',
                'Alter enters Apex Legends with new season launching May 7',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/05/36e188bfe469c6646c123b7a4db99ee42db444c9.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Things are about to get seriously chaotic in the newest season of Apex Legends. Starting May 7 Upheaval lives up to its name with plenty of new content and changes that’ll keep even the most seasoned Legends on their toes. Ready to find out what’s coming soon to the Apex Games? Just keep reading.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<div class="youtube-video has-agegate" data-title="" data-youtube-id="rAzv_-vwNHE">
<button class="youtube-video__load-button">
<svg aria-hidden="true" class="icon icon--play icon--26 icon--play icon--blue" focusable="false" version="1.1" viewbox="0 0 20 20">
<title></title><path class="icon-primary-color" d="M0 1.75v17l20-8.5z" fill-rule="evenodd"></path> </svg>
<span class="screen-reader-text">Play  Video</span>
</button>
<img alt="Alter enters Apex Legends with new season launching May 7" height="1080" src="https://img.youtube.com/vi/rAzv_-vwNHE/maxresdefault.jpg" width="1920"/>
<div class="youtube-video__iframe"></div>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Embrace chaos</strong></h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687393316_cd6fff222b_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687393316_cd6fff222b_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">“Life’s just a game and lucky you, you’re playing it with me.”</p>
<p class="">Things are really heating up this season, and new Legend Alter is striking the match. There’s very little known about this new Void tech user except that calamity seems to follow in her wake. Is she the cause or simply in the wrong place at the wrong time? No one can say. But she does seem to take real joy in watching catastrophes unfold, and reveling in what chaos brings out in those around her. While her morality may be in question, her abilities definitely aren’t:</p>
<p class=""><strong>Gift from the Rift </strong>– Can remotely interact with a deathbox to claim one item. Cannot be armor.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Void Passage</strong> – Creates a portal passageway through a surface.</p>
<p class=""><strong>Void Nexus </strong>– Create a regroup point that all allies can remotely interact with to open a phase tunnel back to that location.</p>
<p class="">What brings the mysterious Alter to the Apex Games? No one can really say. But one thing’s for sure, when she’s around life is never boring.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Stand alone in Solos</strong></h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687393336_f562957fd0_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687393336_f562957fd0_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">Duos is out as Solos Takeover makes its much-anticipated return at the beginning of the season. This fan-favorite is back with enough new mechanics to keep things very interesting. It’s every Legend for themselves, which means no one will be watching your back – so you’ll need to rely on your Battle Sense to detect nearby enemies. Pre-kitted weapons and attachments will help you stay one step ahead of the competition, while Second Chance auto-heal will keep you in fighting shape long enough to come out on top. Drop into Solos Takeover starting May 7.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Broken Moon shatters</strong></h2>
<p class="center"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687851630_c3beceb0da_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687851630_c3beceb0da_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687615818_c8e05aa754_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687615818_c8e05aa754_h.jpg" width="47%"/></a></p>
<p class="">A lunar nightmare becomes reality as Olympus appears to crash into Cleo’s Stasis Array Node, reshaping the battlefield with new POIs and a streamlined map (including new rotations and revamped zip rails ripe for spreading havoc). Debris from the crash as well as meteor strikes and what some are calling unknown biological material have led to a lockdown and quarantine in what was the Promenade. Welcome instead to the Quarantine Zone.</p>
<p class="">If you’re looking for intense close-quarters action and fast-paced looting, this is where you’ll find it.</p>
<p class="">Breaker Wharf has shifted to where the Backup Atmostation was originally, and that’s not the only change you’ll have to look forward to. Raining debris has changed up the topography as well as playstyle options – upping the pandemonium potential. Space Port’s move should provide some choice loot opportunities, while Cliff Side offers up an interesting layout primed for intense tug-of-war battles between the high and low grounds. The new Lunar buildings of Solar Pods should keep things moving as well as offer up new combat experiences.</p>
<p class="">Need a moment to catch your breath? Underpass should give your team the breathing space you need to get back in the game. And Experimental Labs is a great spot for anyone looking for a little high-risk, high-reward action. Finally, new rotations round out the fun offering you a variety of opportunities to make life a little more difficult for opposing squads.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Chaos is coming</strong></h2>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687615753_b40f47471e_h.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53687615753_b40f47471e_h.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">There’s even more on the way during Apex Legends: Upheaval, including the opportunity to slice in style with customizable Apex Artifacts, leaving your unique signature of destruction. Then corrupt your style with the Upheaval Battle Pass, unlocking 100+ rewards including Exotic Shards.</p>
<p class="">It’s a new world, Legend – get ready to disturb the peace.</p>
<p class="">Play Apex Legends for free* now on PS5 and PS4.</p>
<p class="has-small-font-size"><em>*Applicable platform account and platform subscription (sold separately) may be required. A persistent internet connection and EA account required. Age restrictions apply. Includes in-game purchases.</em></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/07/how-to-make-the-most-of-destiny-2-expansion-open-access-live-now/',
                'How to make the most of Destiny 2 Expansion Open Access, live now',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/05/c4af55a957153468602e7c76ed810fc64c138ed4.jpeg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">Whether you’re new to <a href="https://www.playstation.com/games/destiny-2/?smcid=ma">Destiny 2</a> or haven’t played in a while, this could go down in history as the best month yet to hop in the game. From May 7 to June 3, Bungie is giving <em>all players </em>access to The Witch Queen, Beyond Light, and Shadowkeep expansions<em> </em>(plus Lightfall if you’re a PlayStation Plus member)<em> </em>along with the past four Seasons of content!</p>
<p class="">That’s a lot to tackle in one month. Where does a Guardian even start? We consulted Bungie Community Lead Chris “Cozmo” Shannon to see what he recommends.</p>
<div class="shortcode shortcode--youtube">
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/M1i7JE84pGU" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div>
</div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Skip ahead and gear up</h2>
<p class="">“If you haven’t finished the New Light quest chain, there’s now an option to skip it and get right to all this content. There are two gifts you should immediately go claim, too. Visit Shaxx in the Hall of Champions to pick up your high-power gear from the Gift of the Thunder Gods chest and go see Ikora in the Tower to choose your New Light Kit. Each kit has Exotic armor and abilities for a different Light subclass. And you can get this gear for each of your characters!”</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Choose your own adventure</h2>
<p class="">After you’re geared up, it’s time to determine your first adventure. There are so many places to explore, each with its own unique fantasy feel and story. Consider your play style and availability, too. Whether you have limited time and just want to explore or want to go all-in to take advantage of this deal, Cozmo has some ideas to help point you in the right direction.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53694071705_225b65b8ab_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53694071705_225b65b8ab_k.jpg"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Solo Campaign: The Witch Queen</h2>
<p class=""><em>Journey through Savathûn’s Throne World, a twisted wonderland of Darkness and Light.</em></p>
<p class="">“I believe The Witch Queen is some of the best storytelling we’ve done so far. We took our time setting up Savathûn as a complicated antagonist, and it’s thrilling to finally get to face off against her and learn more about her history and motivations. Even if you aren’t familiar with Savathûn, the campaign does a great job of telling her story and catching you up along the way. It has some amazing moments and caps off with a spectacular boss fight.” – Chris “Cozmo” Shannon</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53693628021_2a9a3ee626_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53693628021_2a9a3ee626_k.jpg"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Solo Campaign: Unlock Stasis in Beyond Light</h2>
<p class=""><em>Experience the dark power of Jupiter’s moon, the blizzardy landscape of the Fallen.</em></p>
<p class="">“If you like crowd control and the idea of freezing enemies and then shattering them into ice chunks, get Stasis. You can unlock this Darkness subclass by completing the Beyond Light campaign and getting various quests from the Exo Stranger. She can also help you unlock more Stasis abilities.”</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Solo or 3-Player Matchmade Activity: The Coil from Season of the Wish</h2>
<p class=""><em>Go below the Dreaming City, where a labyrinth of dragon mysteries awaits.</em></p>
<p class="">“Definitely check out The Coil. I believe it’s one of the best activities we’ve ever made and one of the most rewarding. You get to explore Riven’s dragon lair with different layouts each time you pass through, dodging traps to protect your limited lives. Take it on solo, bring friends, or get automatically matched with a fireteam.” – Chris “Cozmo” Shannon</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Extra Challenge: Shadowkeep Exotic Weapons</h2>
<p class=""><em>Discover nightmarish secrets hidden beneath the surface of the Moon.</em></p>
<p class="">“Shadowkeep has some really great Exotic weapons, but they’re difficult to get. If you’re up for the challenge, assemble a team to do the Symphony of Death Exotic quest for the Deathbringer Rocket Launcher and The Journey quest for the reliable, versatile Xenophage Heavy Machine Gun. If you’re a support player who wants a weapon that could really help out your team and you’re ready for even more of a challenge, go after Divinity. Find a good guide online though. You’ll have to do a bunch of tough puzzles and a raid.” – Chris “Cozmo” Shannon</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53702535831_7fa7a814c7_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53702535831_7fa7a814c7_k.jpg"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Casual: Fishing from Season of the Deep</h2>
<p class=""><em>The ocean floor of Titan teems with dangers, but fishing is not one of them</em>.</p>
<p class="">“Sometimes it’s nice to just take a break from the action and enjoy the simple pleasure of casting a line and pulling in some fish and occasional treasure. It’s great for unwinding solo or with friends. Plus, you get to collect a bunch of different fish for your tank and visit them at your aquarium in the H.E.L.M.”  – Chris “Cozmo” Shannon</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53693628006_d04354df2d_b.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53693628006_d04354df2d_b.jpg"/></a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Destiny 2: Lightfall available with PlayStation Plus</h2>
<p class="">On top of all that, PlayStation Plus members will have access to the current Destiny 2 expansion, Lightfall, during this same time period, included as a May Monthly Game.</p>
<p class="">“Lightfall features beautiful urban environments to visit and some action-packed encounters in the later missions. It’s definitely worth a playthrough to pick up Strand and start swinging around with the grapple ability.”  – Chris “Cozmo” Shannon</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ready, Guardians?</h2>
<p class="">Tuck these tips in your pocket as a handy roadmap from your Bungie friend Cozmo. Explore! Have fun! Gear up and boost those stats. The Final Shape launches on June 4, and we need all Guardians at peak readiness for the battle ahead.</p>
<p class=""></p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/08/spin-rhythm-xd-blasts-onto-ps5-ps4-and-ps-vr2-on-july-9/',
                'Spin Rhythm XD blasts onto PS5, PS4, and PS VR2 on July 9',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/05/9e9218f12496184fb47cf4722c189150b9d9b233.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">We are so excited to announce that Spin Rhythm XD is coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and the first-ever VR version on PlayStation VR2!</p>
<p class="">Spin Rhythm XD is a kinetic rhythm-action game where players move, tap, slide, scratch, and spin to the beat all while traveling through incredible reactive backgrounds. Made by a team of three friends from Australia including the original creators of Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride, the game’s simple combination of color matching and physical gestures (spinning a wheel) combine to put players in a deep flow state.</p>
<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53678863421_0799a48c8f_k.jpg" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53678863421_0799a48c8f_k.jpg"/></a>
<p class="">We have assembled a huge variety of 60+ tracks from artists including Camellia, Anamanaguchi, Hyper Potions, Haywyre, Lena Raine, 2 Mello, Teminite, Tokyo Machine, Moe Shop, Au5, Meganeko, Akira Complex and many more. There’s also a 10-track DLC available from music label Monstercat, plus will be launching our second DLC when the game is released on PlayStation with 10 tracks from Chillhop music – something a bit different with a mellow vibe to chill and relax to.</p>
<p class="">Spin Rhythm XD is designed to be accessible to those new to rhythm games while providing a unique challenge to veterans of the genre. Our 60+ tracks each contain 5 difficulties that each introduce new mechanics.</p>
<figure class="wp-block-video wp-video-391563"><video autoplay="" controls="" data-src="https://stream.mux.com/nWO01RXD0002tJhS168gK6CF01kuD5e5HArqaVSwVUe00qEg/capped-1080p.mp4?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJuV08wMVJYRDAwMDJ0SmhTMTY4Z0s2Q0YwMWt1RDVlNUhBcnFhVlN3VlVlMDBxRWciLCJhdWQiOiJ2IiwiZXhwIjoxNzM4MDIxNTQ3LCJraWQiOiI0TDV5T2NqclYxTlVxVnpjVXZKQm4xd1RtNGVUR0c5TWgwMjAxWWs1anU5TkEifQ.fXJRY_Hz5_hVVZdSRQbu0zpVP2vYFGa92qYiqd6_t1ipQ4ZgFuXLqchxe7Jzl9z7nZjVvb12dzvqIOD0oi7z5YAb7L1ycW1Ic0GIYR7ybL9NRjpHUQMJlWVlU45GfI7K3k893to4Bqxp5VQlsxwZm_PKT_X61-skhdDR_80hQbvru1byok8947_dfqqjRwE7oCVmI28rZ98AJ_ReeWX2cpHIDdroWeHhG_6Y4uT99XX1MFDmt2S99oA95MMHlsbfusiSSAahnxevtSosaKVVsMtL4mx-sjVCAUUM-Pww_x6yeiW5_vuQqBSqcoN11JxpZUQeuNj9eWw7HYI-PZCSmQ" loop="" muted="" playsinline="" preload="metadata" style="aspect-ratio: 1280 / 720;"></video></figure>
<p class="">Conquer the global leaderboards and level up to unlock new tracks, wheel skins and more. We have also included a full suite of accessibility features including custom colors, low motion options for every background element, custom track speeds and more.</p>
<p class="">PlayStation’s awesome DualSense wireless controller provides a truly unique gameplay experience. Players can use motion controls to move the wheel and even use the touchpad to flick and scratch like a DJ.</p>
<figure class="wp-block-video wp-video-391564"><video autoplay="" controls="" data-src="https://stream.mux.com/op2Ee2V013QACdLTdktWv1oaPl02wd7pNEESmFqLCEkVY/capped-1080p.mp4?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJvcDJFZTJWMDEzUUFDZExUZGt0V3Yxb2FQbDAyd2Q3cE5FRVNtRnFMQ0VrVlkiLCJhdWQiOiJ2IiwiZXhwIjoxNzM4MDIxNTQ3LCJraWQiOiI0TDV5T2NqclYxTlVxVnpjVXZKQm4xd1RtNGVUR0c5TWgwMjAxWWs1anU5TkEifQ.AnCIM8fwwQa5DuY7aed6SdWKS7k1nnH734QtNvcD58JeHnGL59IWgTEp-xuA_ORaPUL-QF6b1B7Yt2nqYgxH4RswZTN6KMe_Qi1_QsRHoHJ0KqVrClfJR7dNpSrAZmWDOgQcu6H__waMjJ1YQzplGYqNGN892AHxTGeVOC99HwpXEcWsfewDLCrYuLGkD0oo7iuvXk-rFkSCpEeGyUbVoBSyu_VDSk-xKNMt8ssHN40jj10ypJnWS58sw36LdZvQ1GDSKufUGijNK8K52FlWPinnAi0eq-vwlwWBh3sb8FwOtzrHS1p2ZuxgL-y-FdReMhThFOjQIgXtc5htA_RwCw" loop="" muted="" playsinline="" preload="metadata" style="aspect-ratio: 1280 / 720;"></video></figure>
<p class="">This release will be the first-ever VR version of Spin Rhythm XD on PS VR2. The PS VR2 Sense controllers provide a perfectly smooth motion input that turns the play area into a kind of interdimensional drum kit. Move your main hand pointer inside the wheel to rotate, flick to spin and smash down to hit tap notes, keep your off-hand ready to hit the green beat notes.</p>
<p class="">We have included more than 40 Trophies to achieve and Challenge Activities so you can compete directly with your friends.</p>
<p class="">We hope you can join us in the Rhythm Dimension. If you’re new to the genre we hope you find something fresh and fun, and if you’re a veteran rhythm gamer you will experience a unique and challenging game with an incredible sense of flow.</p>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
            INSERT INTO articles (url, title, cover_image, content, youtube_link) VALUES (
                'https://blog.playstation.com/2024/05/09/playstation-store-april-2024s-top-downloads/',
                'PlayStation Store: April 2024’s top downloads',
                'https://blog.playstation.com/tachyon/2024/05/7f08d809aa5549ba078e1bbcc399c81f9696bfd1.jpg?resize=1088%2C612&crop_strategy=smart',
                '<div class="post-single__content single__content entry-content">
<p class="">It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, PS VR, and free-to-play games topped the download charts last month. April’s PS5 list saw a healthy addition of newcomers with Stellar Blade and Sea of Thieves entering the top 5 of most downloads in the US and EU regions. The PS VR2 list welcomed an old favorite with Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition obtaining the most downloads in April.</p>
<p class="">Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month?</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PS5 Games</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>US/Canada</strong></th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>HELLDIVERS 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sea of Thieves</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Stellar Blade</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grand Theft Auto V</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sea of Thieves</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>HELLDIVERS 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Stellar Blade</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>MLB The Show 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grand Theft Auto V</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>EA SPORTS FC 24</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>NBA 2K24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>TopSpin 2K25</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>WWE 2K24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grounded</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grounded</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>It Takes Two</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Dragon’s Dogma 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fallout 4</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Madden NFL 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Dragon’s Dogma 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>WWE 2K24</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Rise of the Ronin</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need For Speed Unbound</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fallout 4</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Hogwarts Legacy</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>EA SPORTS FC 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Cyberpunk 2077</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sker Ritual</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>NBA 2K24</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Cyberpunk 2077</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Resident Evil 4</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>ARK: Survival Ascended</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Gran Turismo 7</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Baldur’s Gate 3</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Hogwarts Legacy</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Rise of the Ronin</strong></td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>*Naming of products may differ between regions</em><br/><em>*Upgrades not included</em></figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PS4 Games</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>US/Canada</strong></th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fallout 4</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fallout 4</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Red Dead Redemption 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Minecraft</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Minecraft</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Red Dead Redemption 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fallout 76</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Heat</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Heat</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Kingdom Come Deliverance</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Batman: Arkham Knight</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Payback</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grand Theft Auto V</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed Payback</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Burnout Paradise Remastered</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Grand Theft Auto V</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>A Way Out</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>NBA 2K24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fallout 76</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Castle Crashers Remastered</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Batman: Arkham Knight</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>MLB The Show 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>EA SPORTS FC 24</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Black Ops III</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>STAR WARS Battlefront II</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>STAR WARS Battlefront II</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Outlast</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>theHunter: Call of the Wild</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Mortal Kombat X</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Burnout Paradise Remastered</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Need for Speed</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice – Game of the Year Edition</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Mortal Kombat X</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice – Game of the Year Edition</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Outlast</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Thief Simulator</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Madden NFL 24</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>theHunter: Call of the Wild</strong></td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong>         </strong><em>*Naming of products may differ between regions</em></figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PS VR2 Games*</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">US/Canada</th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Beat Saber</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Beat Saber</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Among Us VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Arizona Sunshine 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Arizona Sunshine 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Among Us VR</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Pavlov</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Pavlov</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Synapse</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Horizon Call of the Mountain</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Swordsman VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Job Simulator</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Crossfire: Sierra Squad</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Swordsman VR</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Job Simulator</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Horizon Call of the Mountain</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Synapse</strong></td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em> *PS Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included</em></figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PSVR Games</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">US/Canada</th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Creed Rise to Glory</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Creed Rise to Glory</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Beat Saber</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Job Simulator</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sniper Elite VR</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Borderlands 2 VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Beat Saber</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Walking Dead Onslaught</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Walking Dead Onslaught</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Batman: Arkham VR</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>ASTRO BOT Rescue Mission</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>VR Ping Pong Pro</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Job Simulator</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>SUPERHOT VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Horror Adventure: Zombie Edition (VR)</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Sniper Elite VR</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>SUPERHOT VR</strong></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Free to Play (PS5 + PS4)</strong></h2>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-ps-product-spec"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">US/Canada</th><th class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">EU</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Warzone</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fortnite</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fortnite</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Roblox</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Roblox</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Call of Duty: Warzone</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Apex Legends</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Rocket League</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fall Guys</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Fall Guys</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Rocket League</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Apex Legends</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Overwatch 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Deceit 2</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Sims 4</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>eFootball 2024</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Deceit 2</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>The Sims 4</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>eFootball 2024</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Overwatch 2</strong></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>
</div>',
                'None'
            );

            
