Recent events
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2026
Sony launches Pulse Elevate, first PlayStation-brand wireless speaker
Sony announced the Pulse Elevate wireless speaker, the first wireless speaker under the PlayStation brand, featuring a detachable base, up to 12 hours of battery life, and low-latency audio for desktop gaming. It will go on sale globally on November 12, 2026 at a suggested retail price of $219.99, with a Pure White version limited to select markets including the US, UK, France and Germany.
2026
LISA partners with PlayStation to preview “Tarantino”
LISA partnered with PlayStation to preview her new track “Tarantino.”
2026
Phantom Blade Zero State of Play announced for August 17
PlayStation and developer S-Game announced a dedicated Phantom Blade Zero State of Play broadcast for August 17, following the opening of pre-orders and an 11-minute trailer.
2026
Sony unveils Marvel's Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition PS5 bundle
Sony announced the PS5 Digital Edition – Marvel's Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle, a limited-edition console themed around the game Marvel's Wolverine, with a design by Scottish graphic artist Jock featuring Wolverine's claw marks. Matching DualSense controllers and PS5/PS5 Pro console covers were also announced, with pre-orders starting August 19 and the game releasing September 15 exclusively on PlayStation 5.
2022
Sony responds to PlayStation employee allegations
Sony responded to allegations by current and former PlayStation employees concerning sexism and misconduct. Sony Interactive Entertainment said it took the newly submitted declarations seriously and had addressed or would address the issues raised; the article reports no determination of the allegations.
2022
PlayStation DualSense controller hardware changes reported
A report said PlayStation had made hardware changes to the PS5 DualSense controller, including thicker trigger springs in new blue, pink and purple controllers; it also reported a difference in the analog sticks, while the effect of that change was unclear.
2022
Sony unveils PlayStation VR2 headset and controller designs
Sony Interactive Entertainment unveiled designs for the PlayStation VR2 headset and PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers for the PlayStation 5.
2022
PlayStation partners with Eden Project on conservation initiatives
PlayStation announced a partnership with the Eden Project involving lighting the Eden Project Biomes in Cornwall and creating a 12-acre wildflower habitat in Morecambe, Lancashire, planned to be sown in March. PlayStation also announced a separate Play and Plant program that plants a tree for each unlock of a specified early-game trophy in Forbidden West.
2022
Sony announces PlayStation VR2 headset
At CES, Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan confirmed the name PlayStation VR2 for the company's new headset, and Sony disclosed some of its features and compatibility with PlayStation 5.
2021
Nexon announces DNF Duel launch planned for summer 2022
Nexon announced that its spin-off fighting game DNF Duel was scheduled to launch on PlayStation and PC in summer 2022; the article reports the planned release, not a completed launch.
2021
Guild Esports and PlayStation partner on FIFA22 tournament
Guild Esports announced a partnership with PlayStation to create The Guild Academy Challenge, a FIFA22 tournament open to PlayStation 4 FIFA22 players across Europe. The event was scheduled to run from December 13 to 15, 2021.
2021
Evil Genius 2 boxed editions launch on PlayStation and Xbox
Evil Genius 2: World Domination boxed editions were released for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on November 30.
2021
PlayStation offers Black Friday deals
PlayStation offered Black Friday deals on games and PlayStation Plus memberships; its Gear store offered 20% off apparel, accessories and collectibles.
2021
PlayStation announces three free PS VR bonus games for Plus members
PlayStation announced that PlayStation Plus members would receive three free PS VR bonus games starting in November; further details were to be provided in the coming weeks.
2021
Sony announces acquisition of Bluepoint Games
Sony Interactive Entertainment announced its acquisition of Bluepoint Games, bringing the studio under the PlayStation Studios banner.
2021
PlayStation announces $10 PS5 upgrade fee for cross-gen games
PlayStation confirmed that upgrading specified cross-generation games, including the God of War sequel and Gran Turismo 7, to PS5 will require a $10 fee. The fee is described as applying to future upgrades; the article does not report that those upgrades have already occurred.
2021
PlayStation announces paid PS4-to-PS5 upgrades for future cross-gen games
Sony Interactive Entertainment announced that future first-party exclusive games released for both PS4 and PS5 would offer a $10 digital upgrade from PS4 to PS5, for both physical and digital versions.
2021
Assetto Corsa Competizione console version announced
Kunos Simulazioni announced that the new-generation console version of Assetto Corsa Competizione would launch on February 24, 2022, with free upgrades for existing PlayStation 4 and Xbox One owners.
2021
PlayStation renews UEFA Champions League partnership
Sony announced that PlayStation renewed its collaboration with the UEFA Champions League, continuing the partnership through 2021 to 2024. PlayStation will present Player of the Match and Player of the Week awards and be involved with the UEFA Champions League Gaming Hub.
2021
Arashi: Castles of Sin launches on PlayStation VR
Endeavor One announced that its game Arashi: Castles of Sin was available for download on PlayStation VR. A retail version was planned to be available beginning September 3, 2021.