Sony recently patented new software that uses artificial intelligence to protect kids from playing age-restricted games. The AI analyzes in-game behavior and chats to determine if a child is accessing a parental account. If so, it locks the account until the parent can regain access. How Would Sony’s Software Work? The AI examines several data…
Sony is making a major play to tap into Africa’s booming gaming market by investing in Cape Town based startup Carry1st. The deal marks Sony’s first foray into Africa through its new $10 million venture fund Sony Innovation Fund: Africa. Strategic Partnership to Expand PlayStation and Mobile Gaming Sony acquired a stake in Carry1st through…
The video game industry is rapidly evolving, and even long-standing console makers like PlayStation are adapting to emerging trends in gaming technology. Expand Beyond Console -Ubiquitous Gaming In a recent interview with Norges Bank Investment Management, Sony CEO Kenichiro Yoshida suggested that while the PlayStation 5 remains core to their business, mobile, PC and cloud…
Today Sony landed a major blow by blocking the notorious Cronus Zen device in the latest PS5 update. But what exactly is the Cronus Zen, and why has it caused so much controversy among the gaming community? What is the Cronus Zen? The Cronus Zen is a third-party accessory marketed as a “controller emulator” that…
PC gaming enthusiasts recently spotted an intriguing unofficial PC port of the hit PlayStation exclusive Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 making the rounds online. This illicit port, distributed via torrent sites, promises to bring Spidey’s latest web-slinging adventure to PCs ahead of the official port expected later this year. However, while tempting, downloading this leaked version is…
Recent leaks from a cyberattack on Insomniac Games, the developer behind Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, have revealed some juicy (and slightly scary) details about Sony’s internal thoughts on their biggest competitor, Microsoft. The “Leap Frog” That Makes Sony Nervous Remember that massive $69 billion deal with Activision Blizzard that brought Call of Duty, World of Warcraft,…
In a shocking turn of events, Insomniac Games recently fell victim to a ransomware attack, resulting in the leak of 1 terabyte of data from Marvel’s Wolverine with plot details, gameplay footage, and other sensitive information. This revelation has sent ripples through the gaming community, leaving fans both excited and concerned about the game’s future….
In a shocking turn of events, Insomniac Games fell victim to a ransomware attack earlier this month, resulting in the unauthorized release of files, including critical assets from their highly anticipated Wolverine game. The breach exposes not only a potential threat to the studio’s intellectual property but also raises questions about the security measures within…
With the announcement of Insomniac’s development of a Wolverine game for PlayStation, enthusiasts have been eagerly speculating about its possible connection to the Spider-Man 2 universe. The inclusion of the “Earth-1048” nod in the original teaser of Wolverine has fueled much of this speculation. However, in a recent interview with IGN, an esports portal, the…
