Platinum Explosion: A PlayStation Podcast

We discuss the announcement of 'PlayStation: The Concert', what we'd like to see, and where we'd like to see it go in Australia.

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• The hosts discuss the classist nature of trophy hunting in gaming.
• Spider-Man 2 will not have any DLC, focusing on future projects instead.
• The God of War series adaptation is facing creative differences and delays.
• Iconic soundtracks from games like The Last of Us a...

The reveal of the Ghost of Yotei is loved by all, and we breakdown the rest of the September State of Play.

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• The State of Play event revealed several new games and updates.
• Ghost of Tsushima's sequel, Ghost of Yotai, is set 300 years later.
• The Until Dawn remake hints at potential sequels with new endings.
• Death Stranding 2's release date remains undisclosed due to unforeseen circumstances.
• The...

Enjoy Platinum Explosion early this week because we joked about the State of Play being announced, and then they did it overnight.

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• Consumers are generally indifferent to AI unless it affects creativity.
• The PlayStation community often reacts to company decisions like sports fans.
• Remasters can serve as a way to showcase improved technology.
• The success of previous remasters influences future r...

The PlayStation 5 has finally been reveal, so what do we think?

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• The PS5 Pro features significant upgrades in GPU and memory.
• Consumer reactions to the PS5 Pro announcement have been mixed, with many expressing disappointment over the price.
• The PS5 Pro targets a niche audience willing to invest in high-end gaming.
• Technological innovations like AI-driven upscaling could redefine gaming experie...

We recorded the podcast before PlayStation announced what is presumably the PS5 Pro, but we do get to talk about Astro Bot a fair bit, which is a pretty fantastic video game.

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• Astro Bot is a highly praised game with no negative connotations, despite being a tie-in game that came with the PS5 launch.
• There have been reports of Astro Bot save files being lost due to the game's unusual saving meth...

In a delayed episode, the PlayStation Universe has given Dylan and Ashley a lot of news to discuss, starting with the release of Concord and leaked details on the PS5 Pro.

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• The game 'Concord' has received a negative reception on social media, with players expressing frustration about the wait times and the game's future.
• The sustainability of a game should not necessarily affect its review or s...

They may have been bought up by Meta and moved on from the PlayStation world some time ago, but it's still sad to hear that Ready At Dawn, the team behind The Order 1886, has been shut down.

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• PlayStation is introducing user reviews on the PlayStation Store, allowing players to leave written reviews for select games.
• PSVR2 is compatible with certain graphics cards without the need for an adapter...

We discuss the PlayStation Shapes Collection, speculation on the PS5 Pro releasing in 2025, and the Horizon Zero Dawn TV show being cancelled.

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• There is speculation about the release of the PlayStation 5 Pro in 2024, with evidence suggesting that it is still on track for a later release this year.
• The Horizon Zero Dawn TV series has reportedly been cancelled due to allegations of a toxic work e...

We've played Concord, and Dylan eats his words on what he initially thought of the game.

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• Concord offers fun gameplay and a diverse selection of characters.
• The story and reason behind the characters fighting each other in Concord is unclear.
• The PlayStation Plus game catalogue for July includes several interesting titles.
• Crash Bandicoot 5 has reportedly been cancelled, disappointing fans.

Firewalk Studios has shared the first details on the upcoming Conrod closed and open beta.

This week, we also discuss a change to the release schedule of Platinum Explosion and the reasoning behind it.

HOSTS

• Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
• Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley

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• PlayStation Plus Month...

Discord will be even better on PS5 now, with direct integration to chats, and we will also discuss the new games coming to the PlayStation Plus library.

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• We discuss their expectations for upcoming PlayStation announcements and express their excitement for new game releases.
• We also talk about the PlayStation Plus game catalogue for June and share their thoughts on the available games.
• Dylan &am...

There was not a lot of PlayStation-related news at Summer Game Fest, but Phantom Blade Zero closed Summer Game Fest, and Astro Bot got an update.

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• We discuss the Xbox Showcase and the games announced for PlayStation
• Astro's Playroom receives a new update with new trophies
• The 8K tag is removed from PlayStation 5 boxes
• New outfits are announced for Spider-Man: Miles Morales
• PS2 Classics are laun...

We discuss the May 2024 State of Play, which includes the first gameplay for Conrod and the reveal of a new Astro Bot game.

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• State of Play event showcased a variety of games and announcements, sparking discussions and opinions from the hosts.
• The Neil Druckmann interview controversy raised questions about Sony's internal PR and the impact of misrepresentation.
• Days of Play and PlayStation Plus ...

It's the 350th episode of the podcast, so please celebrate us by getting a Platinum trophy, sharing this show with your friends, or donating to our Ko-Fi page! 

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• Rumours and excitement around a new Astro Bot game announcement
• Controversy surrounding Neil Druckmann's interview and its impact on gaming perceptions
• PlayStation's venture into mobile gaming and its potential impact
• Controversy and r...

We examine the PlayStation Showcase in 2023 and the games that were shown. What new releases have been announced? What hasn't? Does the showcase look better or worse in retrospect?

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• PlayStation's London Studio has closed, leading to discussions about studio closures in the gaming industry.
• Death Stranding 2 is progressing as planned, with motion capture and dialogue recording complete.
• There ar...

We have TWO new bosses at the front of PlayStation, replacing Jim Ryan. Who are they, and what do we think they'll be doing as they split the workload? 

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• There are rumours of a new PS2 emulator coming to the PS4 and PS5, as evidenced by a PS Store listing for Star Wars: The Clone Wars, which mentions newly added features.
• Leaked set photos from The Last of Us TV series have sparked controversy ...

Helldivers 2 players got really mad about having to connect their PC game to the PlayStation Network, and then it's walked back. What a week of drama!

HOSTS

• Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
• Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley

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• PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for May: EA Sports FC 24, Ghostrunner 2, Tu...

We discussed the missing episode from last week, Metaphor: ReFantazio, PlayStation Trophies on PC and Top Spin's return.

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• Dylan and Ashley discuss PlayStation's quiet period and the possibility of ending the show due to a lack of news.
• They talk about the need for a SIM card slot in the PlayStation Portal and the features and shortcomings of Top Spin Tennis 25.
• They discuss the new PlayStation ...

We discuss the new games coming to PS Plus Extra and Deluxe, plus the continuing story and world in Helldivers 2.

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• The addition of new content to older games like Resistance: Burning Skies shows that developers are still supporting their games long after release.
• Events like the Helldivers community-driven missions create a sense of camaraderie and engagement among players.
• PlayStation Plus subscribers are gettin...