PS4 Megathread goes fourth.

bazzz

RedXIV wrote: »

hmmmm nothing here and I've had it since day 1. Mind you I don't have the mobile app and just checked on the web browser

If you've had it since day one (ten years), you'll probably get it. It'll appear
instantly in your PSN Wallet.

Edit: I might have been wrong, stating it's not randomly given out. This was a response on the UK Playstation Twitter account.

https://twitter.com/AskPS_UK/status/1287376759302823937?s=20

Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy

The Raging Bile Duct wrote: »

The nephew and his friends use WhatsApp video calls with their phones beside them when they're doing something like that.

This almost worked only that my friend needed earphones in to have on his mic but sound quality was okay.

DirtyBollox

Anyone having issues with internet connection in the mornings? On virgin media.

Connected with a cable, get no internet. Every other device connects fine. Happened yesterday and today, worked fine yesterday evening. Nothing has changed in regards to the PS4, the cable or the router

F1ngers

DirtyBollox wrote: »

Anyone having issues with internet connection in the mornings? On virgin media.

Connected with a cable, get no internet. Every other device connects fine. Happened yesterday and today, worked fine yesterday evening. Nothing has changed in regards to the PS4, the cable or the router

VM too, no issues.

ERG89

https://twitter.com/PlayStationEU/status/1290272391013130241?s=19

F1ngers

System Software Beta 8.0 code if anyone wants it. 66MM-74N3-6DKG

Zero-Cool

F1ngers wrote: »

System Software Beta 8.0 code if anyone wants it. 66MM-74N3-6DKG

Man, it's like every update is for the Party function.

Main features updated in this System Software 8.00 Beta

As part of the System Software 8.00 Beta, the following changes have been made to Party and Messages:

● When starting a party, you can now choose to create a new group or select an existing group. When you create a new group, it'll be saved even after the party has ended. You can start a new party with the same members by selecting the group that you previously created.
● You can now use your groups across Party and Messages. You can send messages to a group you created for a party, or start a party with a group you've messaged with.
● Messages has been added to the screen during parties. When you select Messages, you'll see the messages exchanged between members of your group.
● The public/private settings for parties have been removed. Only members of the group can join the party.
● You can now change your party settings from the options menu that displays on the screen when you select (Party). You can also manage your party connection settings when you select [Party Voice Chat Connection], which has been added to the party settings.
● Members of your party can now see when your mic is muted.
● You can now join parties even if there are members that you've blocked. When you join a party with a blocked member, or when a blocked member joins the party, you'll receive a notification. During the party, you won't hear each other, and the game you're playing, as well as your Share Play status, won't be displayed. In addition, the blocked member won't be notified that you've blocked them.
● Play Together sessions can no longer be started during a party. For online multiplayer games, you can start a game session from within the game.
● Two-step verification is now available using authenticator apps. After entering your sign-in ID and password on your PS4, you can complete the sign-in process by allowing the app access. You can download authenticator apps from the App Store or Google Play™. We do not guarantee the functionality of all authenticator apps.

The following changes have been made to parental controls:
● [Communicating with Other Players] and [Viewing Content Created by Other Players] have been combined and are now [Communication and User-Generated Content]. If you've selected [Not Allowed] for either of the settings, the same setting will transfer after the update.

Other updated features

● [Mute All Microphones] has been added to the quick menu under [Sound/Devices]. This setting mutes all microphones connected to your PS4.
● The following changes have been made to Communities. -You can no longer create parties from the Community screen. You'll need to create a group in Party.
● You can no longer create a new event in Events.
Events created before the update will still be held, and events and tournaments hosted by game developers will continue to take place.
● For some features, the content displayed on the screen has changed, as well as the screen design.

Limitations during Beta

If you participate in the beta, you won't be able to join the same Party or use Share Play with others who aren't participating in the program. However, the Beta code can be redeemed by 20 different qualifying accounts. But only share the code with your friends that you know are happy to receive it (must be 18+ years old).

Please note: before you start, we strongly recommend that you back up your important data before downloading the beta software.

sniper_samurai

Zero-Cool wrote: »

Man, it's like every update is for the Party function.

And most of the changes feel like a step back.

The best change is probably being able to switch 2FA from a text message to an app authenticator, much more secure with someone less likely to be able to call Sony and hijack your account.

2FA is barely a roadbump atm with how easy it is to get a Sony rep to change the associated phone number to redirect the 2FA codes.

DirtyBollox

sniper_samurai wrote: »

The best change is probably being able to switch 2FA from a text message to an app authenticator, much more secure with someone less likely to be able to call Sony and hijack your account.

2FA is barely a roadbump atm with how easy it is to get a Sony rep to change the associated phone number to redirect the 2FA codes.

Missed that bit, thats great! hate waiting for the text, then not receiving it then hitting resend and you get 2 at the same time then.

Potential-Monke

I got an invite but won't be partaking for the fact I don't use any of the features they're working on. Plus, so much for the confidentially agreement they mentioned in the email...

Varik

Starting at 9

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lu8jivl_po4

Potential-Monke

Forgot about this. And just in time to check the thread. Work best stay quiet for 40ish minutes!

Also don't understand the live comments on these videos. They go 100 miles an hour, how you expect anyone to read it, let alone reply, is beyond me. Off they be turned.

Potential-Monke

Interesting. Didn't expect any PS5 games tbh. Some games stood out for me:

The Pathless - SotC meets Cranked, I'm liking the look of this one.
Aon Must Die - Stunning art style, very interested and will be keeping an eye on it.
ANNO: Mutationem- Another visually excellent looking game.
Control: AWE dlc - Didn't give away much, but the base game was good, so I'll probably pick this up. Feel like I should get Alan Wake first though.
Hood: Outlaws and Legends - Another one I'm interested in, but it might go too team focussed, in which case I'm out.
Godfall - Looks right up my alley. Will most likely get this on/near release.

Funny that MTX are now something you can announce as a feature-free inclusion.

super_furry

Not sure if it says more about me or the state off AAA gaming but it was Spelunky 2 and Braid 2020 that got me the most excited there.

Godfall looks like the very definition of generic. I do like the look of Hood though.

How Soon Is Now

Meh.

Crash Bandicoot is the only thing id be interested in there maybe the Control stuff as well.

Otherwise, a couple of things that looked fancy in trailers but will more than likely be just added to the pile on release.

ERG89

Bugsnax is so odd I will definitely play it someday if I get a PS5. Godfall meanwhile is probably the most uninspired looking game I've seen since Army of Two. Even the commentary over it sounded like he was tired talking about it.

Hitman 3(and the trilogy) having VR support was absolutely unexpected but I don't have a headset to try it.

Braid anniversary collection, Spelunky 2, Crash 4 and The Pathless looked pretty good.

I was expecting to see bigger 3rd party stuff like maybe COD, Marvel Avengers(probably best not to show spiderman right now), FIFA or something out this holiday. Its not possible in the current climate but I wouldn't cry to see Last of Us Part 2 or Ghost get substantial DLC.

How Soon Is Now

ERG89 wrote: »

Bugsnax is so odd I will definitely play it someday if I get a PS5. Godfall meanwhile is probably the most uninspired looking game I've seen since Army of Two. Even the commentary over it sounded like he was tired talking about it.

Hitman 3(and the trilogy) having VR support was absolutely unexpected but I don't have a headset to try it.

Braid anniversary collection, Spelunky 2 and The Pathless looked pretty good.

I was expecting to see bigger 3rd party stuff like maybe COD, Marvel Avengers(probably best not to show spiderman right now), FIFA or something out this holiday. Its not possible in the current climate but I wouldn't cry to see Last of Us Part 2 or Ghost get substantial DLC.

They have a new gameplay trailer for Fifa out today I saw it on Youtube early on but haven't watched it yet.

Jordan 199

All the PS4 controller colours.

Apart from the jet black one, I have the berry blue one. Berry blue controller is beautiful.

Potential-Monke

Some of them are really nice. Some of them... well... they'd be the types I'd use if I had a YouTube channel for destroying things.

DirtyBollox

Have the jet black, of course, and got the sunset orange at christmas. Only ever needed one as i've no player 2 in the house who wants to play.

Really wanted the magma red one though.

Varik

So Red dead redemption got patched at the start of the week and it completely broke the game, even if you'd could stay on long enough to actually play if you wanted to play online that would kick you after a few minutes anyway and even when on nothing worked (no npc/animals spawning, stuff clipping through maps).

Game patched today and people don't know if it's just reverting or what but interestingly the Xbox patch is 3GB and the PS4 is 164MB for whatever reason. Maybe in among all that long PS4 patch copying there's a roll back feature.

CastorTroy

And the PS4 patch still takes longer to download?

Mantis Toboggan

Is it normal that when I download a game onto the ps4 it's sounds like a Ryanair plane about to take off when playing? Disc games have no problem. Noise is so bad I can't hear the game. Its the updated version which was released a few years back.

Really annoying, anyway to stop it?

sniper_samurai

Mantis Toboggan wrote: »

Is it normal that when I download a game onto the ps4 it's sounds like a Ryanair plane about to take off when playing? Disc games have no problem. Noise is so bad I can't hear the game. Its the updated version which was released a few years back.

Really annoying, anyway to stop it?

It's normal with most games. The fans are awful.

Penn

sniper_samurai wrote: »

It's normal with most games. The fans are awful.

Mine has been class since replacing the thermal paste. It's made a huge difference.

Potential-Monke

Penn wrote: »

Mine has been class since replacing the thermal paste. It's made a huge difference.

Wish I could say the same. It still takes slightly longer to get there, but ends up like a jet again.

JimBurnley

Mantis Toboggan wrote: »

Is it normal that when I download a game onto the ps4 it's sounds like a Ryanair plane about to take off when playing? Disc games have no problem. Noise is so bad I can't hear the game. Its the updated version which was released a few years back.

Really annoying, anyway to stop it?

Mine's the opposite, only a problem when using a disc, no issue on digital ones. Using the slim

DirtyBollox

Someone a while ago talking about buying a new shell for the controller, how do you work out if its "JDS 040 Controller" or whatever?

duploelabs

Does the pro have a better (more efficient) graphics card? My base model's fan goes nuts on graphics intensive games like TLOU2, GT sport, or war zone, but is chilled for others so thinking upgrading to a pro would help

sniper_samurai

duploelabs wrote: »

Does the pro have a better (more efficient) graphics card? My base model's fan goes nuts on graphics intensive games like TLOU2, GT sport, or war zone, but is chilled for others so thinking upgrading to a pro would help

No, the fan is even worse on the pro.