Platinum Explosion: A PlayStation Podcast
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Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
The Order 1886 Developer Shut Down
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
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, allowing players to directly hook into their GPUs and play SteamVR games.
Dylan shares his recent platinum trophies and discusses the ease of achieving platinums in games like Cat Quest 1, 2, and 3.
Pre-ordering limited edition gaming accessories can be exciting for enthusiasts.
Vampire Survivors, a popular indie game, is coming to PlayStation consoles with all updates and DLCs.
The film adaptation of Until Dawn has begun production, with a new cast and director.
The teaser trailer for The Last of Us TV series provides glimpses of familiar scenes and characters.
The episode count for The Last of Us TV series may be smaller than expected.
HOSTS
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
RESOURCES
Lone Echo and The Order: 1886 developer Ready at Dawn reportedly shut down by Meta | Eurogamer.net
PlayStation is introducing user reviews on the PS Store | Eurogamer.net
PSVR 2 Works on PC Without the Adapter If You Have the Right Graphics Card
A Limited Edition Astro Bot DualSense Controller Has Been Revealed
Vampire Survivors Finally Has A Release Date For PlayStation
The Until Dawn Movie Has Officially Entered Production
Here's The First Teaser Trailer For The Last Of Us Season 2
PLATINUM EXPLOSION: A PLAYSTATION PODCAST CREDITS
Music by: Dylan Blight
Art by: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
LINKS
All Episodes: https://platinumexplosion.podbean.com/
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Wednesday May 29, 2024
Astro Bot is getting a new game soon & Stellar Blade gives the players what they want
Wednesday May 29, 2024
Wednesday May 29, 2024
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 response to the addition of uncensored costumes in Stellablaze
Casting news for The Last of Us TV series
HOSTS
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
EPISODE TIMECODES
00:00:00 - Hello00:02:20 - A New Astro Bot game announcement coming soon, according to a leak00:09:20 - Neil Druckman quotes taken out of context00:16:40 - More to the PlayStation Mobile platform fire00:19:55 - Stellar Blades add in some outfits to please players00:22:50 - Jeffrey Wright will reprise his role in The Last of Part II0025:10 - Goodbye - join our Discord to chat to us, and support us on our Ko-Fi Page
RESOURCES
A New Astro Bot Game Is Apparently Set To Be Announced In The Next Few Weeks
Neil Druckmann Reckons Naughty Dog's Next Game Could "Redefine Mainstream Perceptions Of Gaming"
PlayStation Is Seemingly Working On A New Mobile Games Platform
Stellar Blade PS5 Quietly Adds Uncensored New Costumes in Controversy Aftermath | Push Square
The Last of Us season two casts Jeffrey Wright, reprising his role as Isaac | Eurogamer.net
PLATINUM EXPLOSION: A PLAYSTATION PODCAST CREDITS
Music by: Dylan Blight
Art by: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
LINKS
All Episodes: https://platinumexplosion.podbean.com/
Support Us - Buy Us A Coffee: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

Friday May 17, 2024
New Heads of PlayStation Announced
Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
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 among fans who are concerned that the actors playing Ellie and Dina don't look their age.
Dylan and Ashley express frustration with the video game industry's tendency to start and close studios and discuss the impact on employees and the overall industry.
They also discuss the lack of new and exciting games being added to PlayStation Plus and the disappointment of the current offerings.
HOSTS
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
EPISODE TIMECODES
00:00:00 - Hello00:01:00 - Our New PlayStation Leaders00:09:40 - PS Plus Extra & Deluxe Games For May00:13:15 - PS Forms A New Studio00:16:29 - A New PS2 Emulator Could Be Coming to PS500:21:41 - Why Are People Angry About The First Pics From The Last Of Us: Season 2?00:27:14 - Goodbye
RESOURCES
Sony Names PlayStation's New Bosses
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for May: Red Dead Redemption 2, Deceive Inc., Crime Boss: Rockay City and more
PlayStation Looks To Have Formed A New Studio With A Number Of Ex-Deviation Staff
New PS2 Emulator Appears to Be Imminent on PS5, PS4 | Push Square
Ellie & Dina’s Last Of Us Season 2 Set Photos Spark Age Discrepancy
PLATINUM EXPLOSION: A PLAYSTATION PODCAST CREDITS
Music by: Dylan Blight
Art by: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
LINKS
All Episodes: https://platinumexplosion.podbean.com/
Support Us - Buy Us A Coffee: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion