PS This is Awesome! A PlayStation Podcast - The Last of Us 2 Coming to PS5

The Last of Us 2 Coming to PS5

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11/22/23 • 92 min

PS This is Awesome! A PlayStation Podcast

Episode 303 - The Last of Us Part 2 Coming to PS5

Welcome Back!

The PlayStation universe is buzzing with updates, including a PS5 makeover for "The Last of Us Part 2" with a Jan 19, 2024 release, offering a $10 upgrade for PS4 owners and introducing a Roguelike Survival Mode. Black Friday brings a 30% off deal for PS PLUS, and PS5 users can enjoy a 6-month free trial of Apple Music. Game Awards nominees for Game of the Year include titles like "Alan Wake 2" and "Spider-Man 2." "Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth" offers three difficulty levels, and there's anticipation for a Dragon’s Dogma 2 showcase on Nov 28, 2023. PlayStation broke ties with Twitter, leading to changes in integration. Industry layoffs at Embracer and Digital Bros raise concerns, with Embracer making 900 job cuts. Owen Wilson narrates the "Teardown" game trailer, available through PS PLUS extras.

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0:00 - INTRO

14:52 - GAMES WE’RE PLAYING

41:22 - THE LAST OF US 2 COMING TO PS5

50:04 - PS PLUS BLACK FRIDAY DEALS

53:50 - THE GAME AWARDS NOMINEES FOR GAME OF THE YEAR

59:52 - FFVII REBIRTH DIFFICULTY SETTINGS

1:02:30 - THE PLAYSTATION PORTAL IS SOLD OUT

1:10:00 - DRAGON’S DOGMA 2 INFO INCOMING

1:13:51 - OLD GUARDS OF ASGARD MUSIC VIDEO

1:14:25 - “X” INTEGRATION ON PS5 IS OVER

1:17:30 - MORE ON LAYOFFS

1:27:36 - TEARDOWN IS OUT AND OWEN WILSON WANTS YOU TO PLAY IT

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Episode 303 - The Last of Us Part 2 Coming to PS5

Welcome Back!

Tune in and hear us talk about it all!

But that's not all – by joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:

Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.
Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shoutout during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.
Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.

Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.

To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.

0:00 - INTRO

14:52 - GAMES WE’RE PLAYING

41:22 - THE LAST OF US 2 COMING TO PS5

50:04 - PS PLUS BLACK FRIDAY DEALS

53:50 - THE GAME AWARDS NOMINEES FOR GAME OF THE YEAR

59:52 - FFVII REBIRTH DIFFICULTY SETTINGS

1:02:30 - THE PLAYSTATION PORTAL IS SOLD OUT

1:10:00 - DRAGON’S DOGMA 2 INFO INCOMING

1:13:51 - OLD GUARDS OF ASGARD MUSIC VIDEO

1:14:25 - “X” INTEGRATION ON PS5 IS OVER

1:17:30 - MORE ON LAYOFFS

1:27:36 - TEARDOWN IS OUT AND OWEN WILSON WANTS YOU TO PLAY IT

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Previous Episode

Grand Theft Auto 6 Incoming

Episode 302 - Grand Theft Auto 6 Incoming

Fred proudly announces the completion of "Alan Wake 2," while Jake swings out of NYC with the Platinum for "Spider-Man 2." He also started Alan Wake 2.

In the news, we celebrate the PS5's 3rd anniversary, reflecting on its impact. We delve into the latest updates from PlayStation Studios, the physical release of "Baldur’s Gate 3," and the absence of a physical release for "Alan Wake 2." Discussing industry trends, only 4% of PlayStation sales last quarter were physical games.

Remedy's multiplayer title, codenamed Kestrel, shifts from free-to-play to a cooperative multiplayer experience. Get ready for the Game Awards on December 7, and check out the recent list of game nominations online.

Explore Sony's patent for a gaming replay system, the ability to swap disc drives between consoles, and the success of "Honkai Star Rail" with over 1 million players on PS5.

Big news alert! The highly anticipated GTA 6 trailer is set to debut early December. Phil Spencer suggests Xbox should consider Nintendo and PS users part of their Xbox community.

In the new games section, discover releases like "Astral Ascent," "Coral Island," "KarmaZoo," "Super Crazy Rhythm Castle," and more. Stay tuned for exciting gaming experiences!

Tune in for another episode full of PlayStation goodness, and join us on this awesome journey!

But that's not all – by joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:

Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.
Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shoutout during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.
Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.

Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.

To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.

As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.

http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome

0:00 - INTRO

14:55 - GAMES WE’RE PLAYING

41:28 - LISTENER FEEDBACK

43:45 - PS5 TURNS 3 YEARS OLD

50:00 - A RUNDOWN ON ALL SONY 1ST PARTY DEVELOPERS

1:07:10 - BALDUR’S GATE 3 GETS A PHYSICAL RELEASE

1:10:40 - REMEDY NIXES FREE-TO-PLAY FORMULA

1:13:12 - GAME AWARDS NOMINEES ANNOUNCED

1:13:40 - SONY PATENTS REPLAY SYSTEM

1:16:55 - YOU CAN SWAP DISC READER ON PS5’S

1:20:55 - HONKAI: STAR RAIL DOING GREAT

1:21:39 - SONY DELAYS HALF OF THEIR LIVE SERVICE GAMES

1:24:22 - GTA 6 TRAILER INCOMING

1:35:00 - PS USERS ARE NOW PART OF THE XBOX COMMUNITY?

1:41:48 - NEW GAMES THIS WEEK

1:45:54 - CLOSING

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Next Episode

Warhammer 40K Space Marines 2 is Delayed

Episode 304 - Warhammer 40K: Space Marines 2 Delayed

In this Episode of PS THIS IS AWESOME, hosts Fred Oakman and Jake Peters kick off with their gaming experiences, featuring Fred's adventures in Spider-Man 2 and Jake’s in Alan Wake 2.

We delve into noteworthy news, including the physical release of "Pacific Drive,", and the intriguing decision by Sony to track PS Portal as a "console." Former Rockstar Games technical director, Obbe Vermeij, faces controversy over his blog discussing old Rockstar titles. Bonnie Jean Mah, former Gears of War Narrative Director, joins Sony Santa Monica Studios. However, the unfortunate delay of Warhammer 40K Space Marine 2 takes center stage, as it is now slated for the second half of 2024.

In new game releases, titles like Steamworld Build, Calico, Roots of Pacha, and Asterix & Obelix: Slap Them All 2 are discussed, offering listeners a glimpse into the upcoming gaming landscape.

We close the episode with the latest on industry moves, as the director of Returnal, Harry Krueger, departs from Housemarque. Stay tuned for more updates in the dynamic world of PlayStation gaming.

But that's not all – by joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:

Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.
Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shoutout during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.
Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.

Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.

To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.

As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.

http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome

0:00 - INTRO

10:48 - GAMES WE’RE PLAYING

26:01 - LISTENER FEEDBACK

29:30 - PACIFIC DRIVE

34:13 - A LOOK BEHIND THE CURTAINS AT ROCKSTAR GAMES

42:40 - PLAYSTATION PORTAL IS IT A CONSOLE?

49:30 - UPDATE AT SONY SANTA MONICA STUDIOS

51:41 - WARHAMMER 40K: SPACE MARINES 2 DELAYED

1:05:50 - TEAM ASOBO WORKING ON A NEW GAME

1:07:35 - RETURNAL DIRECTOR LEAVING HOUSEMARQUE