How to Stop Your PS4 From Overheating
Does your PlayStation 4 console sound like a jet engine? Are you seeing warnings about the console being too hot, or experiencing sudden shutdowns? Here’s how to fix an overheating PS4.
Does Your Xbox or PlayStation Need a Cooling Fan?
The last thing you want is your gaming marathon cut short by a console that’s too hot to handle. You might even be considering buying one of those aftermarket cooling fans to keep things chill, but is it really necessary?…
How to Get a Refund on the PlayStation Store
Not happy with a purchase on your PS4 or PS5? Getting a refund for your game, add-on, subscription, and pre-order purchases on the PlayStation Store is possible. Assuming you’re eligible for the refund, all it takes is asking…
How to Use Discord on a PS5
Connect your Discord account to your PlayStation 5 and chat with other users over voice chat while you play games, even cross-platform ones. Here’s how to set it up, how to use it, and what makes it so useful….
You’ll Finally Be Able to Buy a PS5 in 2023
The PlayStation 5 was released over two years ago, but you wouldn’t know that from the look of store shelves. The console is still notoriously difficult to buy, but Sony says that will change soon.
Why You Should Give Fortnite a Shot (Again)
It’s been a few years since the world lost its collective mind over the Fortnite craze, but the game has shown little signs of slowing down. If you haven’t tried the game before, or you put it down a while ago, now might be …
How (and Why) to Set Up 3D Audio on PS5
The PlayStation 5 isn’t just capable of impressive 4K HDR graphics but immersive audio too. This is thanks to Sony’s 3D Audio technology which allows you to use almost any headphones to get surround sound in select titles….
How to Reset a PS5 Controller
Are you having issues pairing your DualSense controller with a PlayStation 5 console wirelessly? Did you previously pair it with a PC or similar device and now can’t use it with its home console? Here’s how to reset it to fac…
How to Expand Your PlayStation 5 Storage
Got a new PlayStation 5 and already filled up the internal storage with games? Fortunately increasing your pool of available storage is easy and relatively cost-effective. Here are your options.
How to Play PS5 Games in 1440p (and Why You May Not Want To)
The PlayStation 5 launched with 4K and 1080p output modes, but the ability to output 1440p has since been added via a firmware update. This output bridges the gap between HD and 4K displays, but there’s one drawback you shoul…
10 Awesome PlayStation 5 Features You Should Be Using
Got your hands on a PlayStation 5 at last? Sony’s console can do more than let you experience top-tier titles. To make the most of this powerful gaming system, check out these PS5 add-ons and hidden features….
How to Restart a PS4
Is your PlayStation 4 frozen? Do your favorite games keep crashing? Restarting your PS4 can fix these issues and more. You can even reboot your PS4 with or without a controller. We’ll show you how.
Sony’s New Premium Controller for the PS5 Costs $200
Xbox’s Elite controllers are some of the best gaming controllers around. They don’t come cheap, but they do come jam-packed with features, like interchangable buttons and paddles. If you wanted a PlayStation equivalent, you f…
How to Turn Off a PS4
Ready to take a break from gaming? If so, it’s easy to turn off your PlayStation 4 with or without a controller. We’ll show you how.
How to Turn On a PS4
Want to start or resume your gaming sessions? If so, it’s extremely easy to turn on your PlayStation 4, with or without your controller. We’ll show you how here.
Do You Need Paddles on Your Game Controllers?
Rear paddles are an increasingly common inclusion on game controllers, but they’re not included on the controller that comes with your Xbox or PlayStation. So what’s the big deal with paddles, and is it worth investing in a n…
How to Boot PS4 in Safe Mode
Using the options in PlayStation 4’s Safe Mode, you can resolve various issues, update the software, as well as reset your console to the factory settings. We’ll show you how to enter this mode and use various options in it….
15 Video Games to Try If You Don’t Play Games
Video games are more accessible and varied than ever, but it can be easy to dismiss the medium if you’re not already familiar with it. Whether you start with a few mobile games or take the plunge and purchase a console like t…
Sony’s New PlayStation 5 Is Lighter: Is That Good or Bad?
The price of the PlayStation 5 rose in many countries a few days ago, to the frustration of potential buyers. But the consoles shipping after the price hike are not the same ones as before. Sony has quietly released a new, …
Sony Says Mobile PlayStation Games Are Coming
There used to be a time where Sony was protective of its games, but that has started to change, especially with PlayStation games like Spider-Man arriving on PC. Sony experimented with smartphone gaming a long time ago, and…
The PlayStation 5 Is Increasing in Price in Some Countries
If there’s something certain about current-gen consoles like the PlayStation 5, is that their price has never been stable. First, it was the chip shortage. Now that scalping seems to be less common, other woes are at play, ca…
Play Destiny 2, Two Other Games Free for a Limited Time
There’s no better price than free, and for a few days, you can play Destiny 2 and The Elder Scrolls Online on PC and consoles without paying a cent. One more game is also available for free to Xbox players….
How to Back Up PS5 Games to an External Drive
The PlayStation 5 comes with a rather tight 667GB of available storage out of the box, but you don’t have to delete and redownload your PS5 games over and over, as long as you have a USB hard drive handy….
An All-Digital Future Is Bad News for Console Gamers, Here’s Why
Most consoles ship with a disc drive, and you can buy physical games, but digital games are becoming the norm. This could spell trouble for console gamer’s wallets, but there may be a few ways to avoid that future….
Does the PS5 Work With 1440p Monitors?
The PlayStation 5 doesn’t support 1440p output, but that doesn’t mean it can’t work with a 1440p monitor. However, if you’re looking to pair a 1440p monitor with your PS5, there are a few important things you should know abou…
