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An otherwise fairly dry rumor has brought up the possible existence of another Sony handheld gaming device. A Chinese hardware leaker who goes by zhangzhonghao has posted some supposed information about Sony's next-gen PlayStation consoles, which are already rumoured to be a handheld machine as...

Kadokawa Corp has responded to yesterday's reports of interest from Sony regarding a potential takeover by confirming it has received an "initial letter of intent" from the company. In a newly issued statement, Kadokawa added "no decision" has been made as to whether it'll go through with the...

Update [Wed 20th Nov 2024, 4:40am]: Kadokawa Corporation has acknowledged reports of a purchase offer from Sony via a company statement posted online (thanks, Gematsu). It says that Sony has issued a letter of intent to acquire the company's shares, but no decision has been made at the time of...

Update [Wed 20th Nov, 2024 11:30 GMT]: The Kickstarter campaign for Obsolete Sony's new 220-page hardback book "Sony: Year By Year: A Visual Journey" is now live, offering a range of tiers for potential backers. This includes everything from a digital version of the book priced at just £10 to...

Update [Tue 19th Nov, 2024 15:00 GMT]: Bleem is being relaunched as "the largest retro gaming project" via a crowdfunding campaign, according to rights holder Piko Interactive. "This project is the culmination of 11 years in the making for our company," says the Kickstarter page. "We have been...

Sony has reportedly entered talks with Elden Ring maker Kadokawa Corporation with a view to acquiring the company, Reuters claims via two sources. Discussions are said to be ongoing, and if they're successful, a finalised deal could be signed within the coming weeks. The firm's stocks are...

Sony is in talks to acquire media conglomerate Kadokawa, an enormous corporation made up of many subsidiaries across gaming, manga, and anime. The buyout – which, according to Reuters, could be completed in a matter of weeks – would significantly bolster the Japanese giant's entertainment...

The big story doing the rounds in the gaming world this morning relates to a potential acquisition that's in works at Sony, with the company apparently in discussions to acquire Kadokawa Corporation within the next couple of weeks. FromSoftware and Spike Chunsoft are both part of the Kadokawa...

The Game Awards is undoubtedly the talk of the town today, not least because of Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion's controversial inclusion as Game of the Year nominee. Sony, and by extension, PlayStation, are set to continue dominating Geoff Keighley's award show, with first-party...

From Concord to Until Dawn to Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, there's been a string of PlayStation-published titles in recent months that have performed poorly on PC at launch, and unfortunately, another game has joined that list. LEGO Horizon Adventures launched today, and it doesn't seem to be...

Obsolete Sony stands out as one of our top social media picks. This nostalgic account acts as a digital showcase for all things Sony, taking followers on a trip through the company's lesser-known, forgotten, and unique products over the years - both in gaming and beyond. From rare console...

Over the past year, there's been much concern about PlayStation's profits. This got mixed up with Xbox's problems, leading to many articles about the console market's health. But Sony has largely fixed the issue. Its latest earnings report, which confirmed PS5 has shipped 65.5 million units...

PlayStation's requirement for PSN account linking on PC ports has sparked controversy among non-PlayStation gamers, but the company remains firm in its stance. During an investor call, CEO Hiroki Totoki acknowledged the company had "gained valuable insights" from the situation but emphasized...

The PlayStation 5 Pro has introduced several unexpected features that have garnered praise from fans: Dynamic Backgrounds: One of the most surprising features is the inclusion of an exclusive dynamic background that wasn't advertised. This background features a computer chip with glowing...

The following is a summary of the key PlayStation 5 Pro launch games as revealed by Sony: Alan Wake 2 - Psychological horror action-adventure Albatroz - Open-world action-adventure Apex Legends - Hero-based battle royale shooter Arma Reforger - Realistic military simulation Assassin's Creed...

Recent developments in the PlayStation ecosystem suggest that now might indeed be a good time for consumers to consider purchasing a PS5. Here's why: 1. PS5 Life Cycle: Sony has indicated that the PS5 is entering "the latter stage of its life cycle". This suggests that the console is...

PlayStation recently implemented a unique dual CEO structure, replacing former CEO Jim Ryan with two executives: Hermen Hulst and Hideaki Nishino. This setup has both opportunities and potential risks for the company. Opportunities: 1. Specialized focus: Hulst oversees PS Studios and...

Sony has indeed adopted a "Show Don't Tell" strategy for the PlayStation 5 (PS5), as confirmed by recent statements from PlayStation co-CEOs Hermen Hulst and Hideaki Nishino. This approach represents a shift in Sony's communication style, focusing more on showcasing products and content rather...

Sony has implemented an innovative strategy to boost PS5 sales in China, leveraging the popularity of gacha games in the region. Here are the key points: 1. Singles' Day Promotion: - Sony is running a PS5 price promotion during China's Singles' Day, a major shopping event similar to Black...

Sony has not officially confirmed that PlayStation 5 faceplates are incompatible with the PS5 Pro. However, there are strong indications that existing PS5 Slim faceplates may not fit the new PS5 Pro model: 1. The PlayStation Direct store doesn't mention PS5 Slim faceplates being compatible with...