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 The recent PlayStation video about the "simulated" technology in development, discussed between AMD and Sony engineers that will power the PlayStation 6 was interesting from a geek point of view. But from a gameplay perspective, there is - IMO - no need for a PlayStation 6 for another few years. Especially with the limp Xbox is-it-isn't-it launch .  April 2026 Update:  Compatibility with PS5 and PS4 games seems to be locked-in, as anything the PS6 full fat hardware the portable versions should be able to do as well, with near-invisible trade-offs at the silicon level.  Prices are firming up too with estimates around the PlayStation 6 handheld at between $500 to $700 and a PlayStation 6 at $700 to $1,000, depending on the deepening silicon crisis and Sony's budgeting wizards.  Only a few developers around the world could afford to take advantage of it for AAA+ budget games. Everyone else is still barely cutting the skin of the PS5's power, and most western smal...

Ridge Racer goes free on Japanese PS+ God Eater Burst gets free Passport

Japanese gamers can enjoy all of the many bits of Ridge Racer for free on their PlayStation Plus accounts (which is also being offered for free for a week in Japan). That's probably the best way to enjoy the cut down game, with its online-focused play. I  must reupload it and give it another shot, having become quickly bored with the the poor structure.

However, the cack-handed way you need to download each extra car and track (and music) individually really isn't making me hurry up that task. Have Sony or Namco made it easier through the various gold/silver versions? I'm keen to know.

Currently playing on my Vita/PS3/PS4/PS5


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