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PlayStation Store: February 2022’s top downloads

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When it rains, it pours, huh? February saw a veritable deluge of quality video game releases, including long-awaited open-world follow-ups Horizon Forbidden West, Elden Ring, Dying Light 2, and the PS5 version of Cyberpunk 2077 — not to mention martial arts adventure Sifu — all of which filled out the top five on the US/Canada and EU PS5 charts.

Where did your top picks for February land? How do you think March will shake out? Let us know in the comments!

PS5 Games

US/CanadaEU
1ELDEN RINGELDEN RING
2Horizon Forbidden WestHorizon Forbidden West
3Dying Light 2Dying Light 2
4SifuCyberpunk 2077
5Cyberpunk 2077Sifu
6NBA 2K22F1 2021
7Madden NFL 22FIFA 22
8Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles MoralesAssassin’s Creed Valhalla
9Call of Duty: VanguardNBA 2K22
10It Takes TwoAmong Us
11Assassin’s Creed ValhallaIt Takes Two
12STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen OrderMarvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales
13FIFA 22Madden NFL 22
14Among UsSTAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order
15Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security BreachRiders Republic
16Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUTCall of Duty: Vanguard
17Mortal Kombat 11Kena: Bridge of Spirits
18Riders RepublicFAR CRY 6
19THE KING OF FIGHTERS XVResident Evil Village
20FAR CRY 6Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach

*Naming of products may differ between regions
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Tips for surviving alongside Ark: Survival Evolved’s primeval wildlife

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Hello New Survivors! Since Ark: Survival Evolved is included with March’s PlayStation Plus lineup, many new Survivors will be experiencing this vast adventure for the first time. There is an endless amount of information about Ark which can be overwhelming for first-time players, so we wanted to share some extra-helpful tips to give you a solid start on your upcoming adventure.

If you’re new to Ark: Survival Evolved, prepare to live off the land of a mysterious island. You’ll have to scavenge, craft, build, and contend with primeval creatures to survive and escape The Island.

Build a Bed – Fast

New Survivors don’t have access to much armor so a few bites from a raptor, or getting overwhelmed by an angry pack of dodo birds, is likely to wear you down fast.  Building a bed quickly, even without a fully enclosed hut, is invaluable early on in your adventure, as it allows you to respawn at the same point every time.  Otherwise you’ll be randomly placed on The Island without access to stored gear, which is a very dangerous situation.

Don’t Neglect Speed

Whether by accident or by poor decision making (probably the latter), you may find yourself being attacked by a dinosaur far beyond your skill level. In those instances the best defense is to…..run!  When upgrading your character, the increased health and attack power sure look tempting, but applying your character upgrade points to speed gives you the ability to outrun many lower level dinos.  This will save your skin more times than increased health will in the early goings.  It’s also important to remember the golden rule – you don’t have to outrun a dino…you just need to outrun your friend.   

Your First Tame

After getting your bearings and leveling a bit, you’ll be ready to begin taming the creatures around you. It will be tempting to ride on the back of a Raptor or obtain a cute little Dodo as a pet. However, utility is key early on. The Triceratops (Trike) is a great option for a first “tame”.  It’s not aggressive so it doesn’t attack on sight.  It’s an herbivore so it can be fed easy-to-find berries during the taming process. It’s hearty with a large carrying capacity perfect for those extended resources harvesting treks. Get one early on and you won’t regret it.  

Defend Your Base

You’ve gathered resources. You’ve crafted materials. You’ve worked hard to build a humble home.  The last thing you want is for a rogue dinosaur or other Survivors destroying all that you’ve built!  A tamed creature can help protect your base. Use the “anchor tame” positioned at the back of your house to secure your tame. Now your beastly ally will help fend off would-be attackers. Simply whistle after them when they’re done and they’ll return to their defensive position.

Know Your Enemy

There are a lot of creatures in the world of Ark.  It’s vital to know which ones are docile most of the ti

Dive into multiplayer in Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin Demo, out now

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The release of Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin’s (SOPFFO) is just around the corner on March 18. For those who are too excited to wait, we’re pleased to announce that a free demo is available for download right now. Your save data will carry over to the full game once it’s out, but even better, this demo supports three-player co-op, so there’s no reason why you and two friends shouldn’t get a head start on the action-packed battles to come.

To get your blood pumping, we wanted to shed some new light on how multiplayer is handled in our game.

Multiplayer Overview

Kumabe-san: In SOPFFO, the host player will control Jack, and the guest players will control the two companion NPCs which the host selected ahead of time (between Ash, Jed, Neon, and Sophia). Jobs and equipment will not be restricted by character for your companions during multiplayer, allowing you and your friends to freely determine your ideal party composition.

To make multiplayer enjoyable for everyone involved, mission progress will carry over for all players. Furthermore, the MP from performing Soul Burst on enemies, gear dropped by enemies and experience points earned will all carry over to each individual player, ensuring once the multiplayer session is over, everyone leaves feeling rewarded for their efforts.

Inoue-san: Our in-world explanation for the multiplayer system is that your friends are sort of like Garland’s thoughts from a parallel world who are coming to save Jack in the host player’s world. Teamwork is a big theme for SOPFFO, so even with more utilitarian systems like multiplayer, we were keen to have a lore-based approach, too.

On balancing multiplayer 

Kumabe-san: We approached balancing both single and multiplayer together in parallel to ensure that both gameplay experiences would be fun for players. Even during solo gameplay, players have their NPC companions, so we aimed for a balance that gives a sense of the fun that awaits in multiplayer. At the same time, we aimed for a balance that ensures that the difficulty isn’t mitigated too much in multiplayer, so we made quite a few adjustments while having various staff try out the game.

Developing multiplayer and the team’s inspirations

Inoue-san: From the very start of development, we knew we wanted to include multiplayer in the game. I had experience working on past games that also incorporated multiplayer, so from the get-go I was motivated to create something that would be enjoyable to play with friends. Early on, though, we did consider the idea of a four-player co-op since we see a party of four in the original Final Fantasy, and it’s fun to romp about in multiplayer, but we found that the space could also get too chaotic when there are too many players. We also considered a two-player co-op at one point, but felt that players would sense a high risk towards participation since the responsibility of failing a mission will unilaterally fall on the guest when participating, so ultimately, we decided three players would be best.

Kumabe-san: The team drew inspiration from various sources for SOPFFO’s multiplayer, including Nioh, where the high difficulty in single player can be mitigated through multiplayer. Personally speaking, I was a core player of Final Fantasy XI, so that was a big reference for me

Valkyrie Elysium descends onto PS5 and PS4 in 2022

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During PlayStation’s latest State of Play, we revealed Valkyrie Elysium – a fresh entry in the acclaimed Valkyrie series.

The Valkyrie series depicts the end of humanity and their encounters with the gods through a unique world inspired by Norse mythology. 

This thrilling new action-RPG brings this franchise to PS5 and PS4 in a brand-new standalone adventure. 

We have a lot to tell you about, but before we introduce about the game, let’s take a look at the announcement trailer:

Valkyrie Elysium descends onto PS5 and PS4 in 2022

What is Valkyrie Elysium?

Valkyrie Elysium is an action-RPG featuring an epic story, beautiful environments, and a new fast-paced combat system that combines strategy, action, and a unique combo system that will test your ability to think and react.

The game takes place in the distant past, in a world where Ragnarok – the End Times – looms large upon the realms.

With the last of his strength, the All-Father creates an emissary of redemption – a lone Valkyrie who can become the salvation of this doomed world. As this brave warrior descends into the ruined land, she encounters many challenges… and uncovers the hidden truth behind its impending destruction. 

What will she think of this irrational world… and what end will she choose for it?

The DioField Chronicle announced for PS5 and PS4

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From Square Enix comes a gritty and immersive story brought to life on PS5 and PS4.  Introducing The DioField Chronicle and its Real Time Tactical Battle (RTTB), a new, deeply strategic, real-time battle system. The beginnings of a new strategy RPG, crafted by a skilled and experienced development team. The team includes Character Designer Taiki (Lord of Vermillion III, IV), Kamikokuryo Isamu (Final Fantasy XII, XIII), and Sound Composers Ramin Djawadi and Brandon Campbell (Game of Thrones).

The DioField Chronicle announced for PS5 and PS4

An all-new Square Enix strategy RPG

The DioField Chronicle is an epic tale of war and honor. Featuring a unique and beautiful world that blends fantasy, medieval and modern-day influences with a deep yet innovative real-time battle system.

Deep, strategic real-time tactical battles

The battles in this game are defined by real-time assessment of battlefield conditions and issuing decisive orders that take advantage of your troops’ strengths and weaknesses to gain advantage over your foe. Make clever use of a variety of skills, classes, and equipment to complete your mission.

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Returnal: Ascension update adds Co-Op and Tower of Sisyphus mode

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Hello again everyone! It’s been wonderful to see players continue to enjoy Returnal long after its release. We’ve provided a few patches and updates so far, but this time we wanted to provide something really special for our players: our Ascension expansion. This free update includes two new modes for you to enjoy, and it’s coming later this month.

Returnal: Ascension update adds Co-Op and Tower of Sisyphus mode

Co-Op

While Returnal was designed as a focused solitary experience, the hostile forces of Atropos can often feel overwhelming and leave us yearning for companionship. With our new two-player online co-op mode, players can now combine their forces and brave the challenges of Atropos together. 

By accessing the Chronosis portal near the crash landing (and in other select parts of the game), you’ll have the option to either host or join a public cycle. Or, i

Battle through hell and back in Trek to Yomi

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Hello PlayStation fans! My name is Leonard Menchiari, creator of Trek to Yomi, coming soon to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. As we get closer to launch, I’d like to invite you to join me as we explore more about the story and development of Trek to Yomi and reveal some of the finer details the team as Flying Wild Hog have helped me bring to life.

Battle through hell and back in Trek to Yomi

Trek To Yomi’s theme and narrative are built upon two essential pillars: historical Japan and Shinto mythology. Shinto belief is that gods are present everywhere, they live in every rock, tree or flower, so part of our narrative dives deeper into this belief, telling short tales of our hero Hiroki’s kami ancestor spirits, the various eras of Japan they lived in, and the tragic, violent or otherwise undeserved deaths that mean they now endure a torturous half-life in Yomi. Often, these stories reflect Hiroki’s journey and his dilemmas – vignettes to aid him in his final decision about the path he will tread.

The original idea for Trek to Yomi came from watching Kurosawa movies, while experimenting with black and white imagery in Unreal Engine. The cinematic experience we ultimately created is heavily influenced by classic Japanese films, from the shot angles, to the length, and even the way the lines are delivered. The initial 2D gameplay approach was inspired by silent movies from the 20s and 30s, where each scene is designed to look more like a magical moving theatre stage rather than a screen. We think this makes Trek to Yomi stand out as something truly unique, and I think part of us hopes that people will want to go watch those old movies after playing!

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle R launches this fall

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Well known for its charismatic heroes, striking art style, and unforgettable catch phrases (“Yare yare daze…”), JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is coming to PS4 and PS5! This year marks the 35th anniversary of the original story and the 10th anniversary of the anime adaptation. Alongside those milestones, the long-awaited fighting game, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle R, will be released in 2022!

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle R launches this fall

Stunning visuals authentic to Hirohiko Araki’s Style

Many fans of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure are captivated by Hirohiko Araki’s unique art style. JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle R captures the passionate character expressions that are vintage JoJo, allowing you to experience the JoJo universe with powerful imagery as if Hirohiko Araki’s manga had come to life.  Now you can freely move the characters created by Hirohiko Araki with your own hands, and feel as if you’re inside the manga where graphics and text meet to invoke the characteristic “ゴゴゴゴゴ“.

50 playable characters from all JoJo arcs


Jonathan Joestar, Jotaro Kujo, DIO, Jolyne Cujoh, and other characters from JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure gather across

GigaBash brings multiplayer, monsters, and mayhem to PS5 and PS4 this year

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Did you see him during State of Play today? The golden dragon kaiju seething with green fire?! That’s Rawa, nicknamed the Extinction Dragon, and one of our newly revealed playable characters for our game, GigaBash!

GigaBash brings multiplayer, monsters, and mayhem to PS5 and PS4 this year

Welcome to our little corner on the internet, friend. We are Passion Republic Games, a Malaysian indie game startup, and today we’re giving you a closer look at GigaBash.

Returning to Childhood

Don’t we all have that one childhood fantasy? Y’know, the one where we pretend to be a giant lizard monster attacking a city made from stacks of old magazines?

Now, let’s recreate that with four players on the sofa, each playing as their favorite kaiju as they beat the living bananas out of each other in a fully destructible city… That’s GigaBash in a nutshell.

Colorful Characters inspired by Nostalgia

We drew inspiration from classic tokusatsu characters such as Godzilla, M

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection launches this year

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Hi everyone! We’re glad to finally unveil the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection! Ever since we started releasing collections, the response from our fans has been emphatic on what we should do next – “Give us the Turtles!” Together with Nickelodeon and Digital Eclipse, we’re compiling one of the most comprehensive retro game collections ever.

It was clear from the start The Cowabunga Collection needed the entire western release of 8-bit and 16-bit games, their Japanese versions, and of course the TMNT Arcade games. Together we’re bringing all 13 console and arcade games and their regional versions to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 in 2022.

We could tell right away that Digital Eclipse is a natural fit for this project. Digital Eclipse are adept developers and video game historians, having breathed new life to some of the most beloved video game classics. Beyond their technical capabilities is a genuine connection for the TMNT franchise.  Together, we added modern quality-of-life features as well as compiling a load of extras that fans will appreciate. Combined with Rewind and Save Anytime, we’re designing custom game guides harkening to the aesthetic of the video game magazines from the 80’s and 90’s to help get players through some of those notoriously tricky parts…you know what we’re talking about! 

Our partners at Nickelodeon provided amazing imagery from the original cartoons series and comic books and helped connect the franchise from the different mediums. While bringing our heroes in a half shell back to the surface, we were immediately taken back to a time where we grabbed three other friends to save April from a burning building, struggled to swim through obstacles and prevent the dam from exploding, or discovered that there were secret areas where Casey Jones slammed Raphael into the ground.

Instead of pumping a machine full of quarters, the Cowabunga Collection’s Arcade games (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time) lets you and up to three friends have the arcade experience at home on your couch or online. The 8-bit TMNT II: The Arcade Game, TMNT III: The Manhattan Project, and the 16-bit TMNT IV: Turtles in Time, and The Hyperstone Heist will also have all the local multi-player fun of yesteryear.

To complete the collection, we included the handheld titles. To some they’re a deeper cut, but these three handheld adventures had some of the best side-scrolling action on any platform. TMNT III: Radical Rescue (1993), employs a gameplay style later popularized by Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (1997) and sets players off as Michelangelo on an adventure to free his brothers. Each ninja turtle Michelangelo rescues brings new abilities and opens-up more of the map to explore. A game truly ahead of its time.

Finally, the three one-on-one fighting games: Tournament Fighters. We dreamed of pitting our favorite characters against each other, and these games let our dreams come true. The two 16-bit games have been true classics with players mastering every move. But we knew we had to include the last 8-bit game Konami ever released. Considered one of the best fighting games on that console, and one that had been overlooked over the years, we couldn’t wait to give this game the attention it deserves. 

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US/CanadaEU
1ELDEN RINGFIFA 22
2Horizon Forbidden WestHorizon Forbidden West
3Dying Light 2Dying Light 2
4Grand Theft Auto VELDEN RING
5NBA 2K22Grand Theft Auto V
6Madden NFL 22Minecraft
7SifuHorizon Zero Dawn
8MinecraftF1 2021
9Red Dead Redemption 2The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
10Horizon Zero DawnRed Dead Redemption 2
11FIFA 22NBA 2K22
12Call of Duty: VanguardAmong Us
13Gang BeastsGod of War
14God of WarSifu
15Batman: Arkham KnightGang Beasts
16Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles MoralesAssassin’s Creed Valhalla
17Uncharted: The Nathan Drake CollectionThe Sims 4
18The Witcher 3: Wild HuntCall of Duty: Vanguard