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Sony admits 2015 PS4 First-Party Lineup will be ‘Sparse’

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Sony Admits First-Party Lineup will be Sparse in 2015

Sony plans to gather stronger third-party support in 2015 to make up for their ‘sparse’ first-party line up

Sony’s Playstation 4 started out 2015 strong with two major first party titles, Bloodborne and The Order 1886, hitting stores at the beginning of the year. Since then Sony has had trouble keeping up that momentum, having to delay their two biggest hitters – a new Ratchet & Clank title and Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End. The delays were a big blow to the PS4’s upcoming lineup leaving fans to wonder what Sony will bring to E3 in a few weeks. Hoping that Sony has a surprise exclusive that they’ve managed to keep under wraps leading up to E3.

Unfortunately those hopes have been dashed today by an announcement made by Playstation president Andrew House at the annual Investor’s Day Conference. During the conference House admitted that the PS4’s 2015 first-party lineup will be smaller than usual. Going onto say that Sony will have to depend heavily on third-party support to fill out the PS4’s lineup this year.

“We are working very hard to continue very strong support from third-party publishers and developers. Our first-party lineup is a little sparse this year so I think this places an even greater emphasis on getting good third-party support.”

House doesn’t appear to be worried about the PS4’s small first-party lineup for this year however, pointing to Sony’s firm lead in the console market. He believes the company has an advantage over the competition that they keep even without strong first-party support. Their plan is to increase the appeal of their third-party titles by having them take full advantage of the PS4’s unique features. Saying that Share and SharePlay functionality have been defining features on the PS4 that can make their third-party titles stand above the competition.

If Sony can convince third-party developers to take full advantage of the PS4’s unique features than they just might be able keep their lead in the console race. What’s strange about the announcement is the timing; with E3 only weeks away, why would Sony choose to admit this now?

Fans are speculating that the company still has some kind of surprise in store for the conference pointing to the mysterious game that Guerrilla Games is working on. While it’s possible Sony still has a secret first-party title to announce it’s much more likely they plan to announce new partnerships with third-party developers. Showing off exclusive DLC similar to what they’ve done with Destiny and Batman Arkham Knight in the past.

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Helldivers 2 has quickly become one of Sony’s top-selling games in the US

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Helldivers 2 proved to be a surprising success, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the gaming industry. As per Circana analyst Mat Piscatella, it currently ranks as Sony’s seventh highest grossing game in the United States to date, trailing behind a trio of Spider-Man titles, a couple of God of War games, and Ghost of Tsushima. It’s only been on the market for less than three months and is not even being sold at full price.

According to Piscatella, a significant factor contributing to the game’s success is its release on PC. He mentioned that, based on Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker, the game has consistently ranked first in terms of active users on Steam in the US since its launch, including April. The release of Helldivers 2 on both PlayStation and PC has been an extraordinary triumph.

He stated that Helldivers 2 has already become the seventh highest-grossing Sony-published game in history. Without a PC, it would not currently be considered one of the top 20 games. While I’m emphasizing the success of the PC SKU, it’s important to note that I’m not disregarding the success of the PlayStation SKU. I just wanted to clarify that. This launch has proven to be incredibly successful.

Prior to the release of Helldivers 2, Sony made it clear that they would be launching their live service-style titles simultaneously on both the PS5 and PC. The success of this approach will undoubtedly strengthen their strategic vision. It will be intriguing to witness if the company reveals official sales figures in the near future, as the title appears to be one of the platform holder’s most successful sellers to date.

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The developer of Stellar Blade for the PS5 Expressing gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support amidst a recent controversy surrounding censorship

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Shift Up, the Korean developer, seems to be reconsidering its contentious alterations to the Stellar Blade outfit. In a message to fans, they have urged everyone to stay tuned for updates and expressed gratitude for the passionate feedback from players. For those who may not be aware, a petition gained significant attention over the weekend when gamers discovered changes made to a few of the game’s costumes through a day-one patch.

The launch day update includes a fantastic New Game + mode, but some players were disappointed by the changes made to protagonist Eve’s outfit. These alterations sparked debates about censorship. Director Hyung-Tae Kim later clarified that this was the studio’s original vision, but he acknowledged that it may require further persuasion to win over users. Internal discussions were also underway to address any concerns.

There is no definitive confirmation regarding the reversal of the outfits, but considering the language used in the statement and the widespread controversy surrounding the alterations, it is highly likely that a future patch will restore the original costumes. If you want to get a sneak peek at all of Eve’s different outfits and learn how to unlock them, be sure to take a look at our comprehensive guide, All Outfits and How to Get Them.

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Will Stellar Blade be available for PC?

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It’s quite possible. Fans all over the world are interested in Shift Up’s highly anticipated action-adventure game, Stellar Blade. With its captivating post-apocalyptic setting reminiscent of Nier and a compelling protagonist named Eve, it’s no wonder the game has generated such widespread attention.

The game consistently impresses with its stunning visuals and high-octane action, leaving players in awe with each new trailer.

Yet, just like other noteworthy second-party and third-party game releases, fans are pondering: Will Stellar Blade be available on PC?

In this article, we delve into the details to determine the platform availability of the highly anticipated title.

Will Stellar Blade be available on PC? Allow me to provide you with the answer.

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Unfortunately, Stellar Blade will not be available on PC, at least not initially. Currently, the game is only available on PlayStation 5 starting on April 26, 2024.

Regrettably, it appears that there is no indication of a potential PC release for Stellar Blade in the future. In most cases, trailers for PlayStation timed-exclusive titles conclude with a disclaimer that specifies the duration of their exclusivity.

In the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launch trailer, it is explicitly stated that the game will only be accessible on other platforms starting on May 29, 2024.

Regrettably, when it comes to the stellar blade, there is no indication of such.

It’s important to note that Sony Entertainment Interactive published Stellar Blade, unlike Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This means that the chances of it being released on PC or other platforms in the near future are even slimmer.

However, it is worth noting that there is a chance the game might be released on PC in the future, given PlayStation’s track record of bringing their exclusive titles to the platform. However, it could be a while before this comes to fruition.

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