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The Best Gaming Console You Can Own Right Now

Gaming consoles are now commonplace across households due to their scaling popularity. What started off as simple 8-bit gaming systems with 2D graphics in the 80s have now evolved to virtual worlds, cinematic experiences with multiple sensory features and cutting-edge hardware. Some latest models even come with virtual reality headsets & capabilities with Blu-Ray visuals to offer an unperturbed experience.

As the gaming industry evolved, so have the needs and demands of gamers. From casual gamers to high-tech serious gaming enthusiasts and specialists, the types of gaming consoles to have developed variably. Options are endless across large 4K machines, Ultra HDTVs, portable gaming, VR and much more.

Choosing what’s useful and ideal for you is important to thoroughly enjoy your gaming experience. This is why we have put together a list of 3 best gaming consoles that offer varying features and capabilities. This will help you decide on the stack that suits your needs.

Xbox One S

This Microsoft console stands its ground despite the newer Xbox One X, making it one of the best consoles available today. If you are looking for an affordable device that offers AAA gaming, multimedia services and even allows you to watch movies and shows, you need not look beyond the Xbox One S. You can even enjoy some 4K Blue Ray Ultra-HD visuals with this versatile machine.

The hardware is a welcome sleeker and smaller version compared to the earlier editions of Xbox from Microsoft. It is the second version of the 8th-gen console that offers Bluetooth connectivity and syncs with Windows 10 without the need to use a wireless adaptor.

The exclusive franchisees it offers include the uber-famous “Halo” and “Gears of War”. While it isn’t the best gaming console in terms of what it offers in its gaming library, it certainly does pack in a good fight.

When we talk of drawbacks, the Xbox One S certainly has a couple. While the console can stream videos in 4K, it cannot render games in 4K. Further, Microsoft has stated that beefier games are likely to be rolled out for the One X which will also work on the One S. It’s uncertain as to how this console will be able to support future titles that are tailor-made for the One X.

Nintendo Switch

Ideal for a family of casual gamers who prefer portability and easy gaming, the Nintendo Switch is certainly a favorite among scores of avid gamers. Nintendo, a Japanese company has been a pioneer in the gaming industry with its releases over the years.

Taking its innovative drive further with the Switch, Nintendo has created a hybrid console that can be used as a home gaming device with a docking station that connects to a TV and can double up as a portable device with a handy tablet-like feel.

It is also a beautiful amalgamation of an online gaming console as well as an at-home social gaming experience. You can enjoy online games on the console, and simply slip it out to hand over to a family member for an independent gaming experience. This is something even some of the biggest gaming and entertainment manufacturers and consoles have ignored and has worked tremendously in the favor of the Nintendo Switch.

For those who enjoy some of the big hits of Nintendo namely ‘Splatoon-2’ and ‘The Legend of Zelda: Breath in the Wild’, there’s more in store from Nintendo’s first-party franchisee. There is a buzz that many of the brand’s franchisee games Super Mario, Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart among others will be launched on the Switch platform in the near future.

However, when we look at the array of online games this console offers, that’s where it is a bit of a let-down. The hardware of the Nintendo Switch does not support triple-A games presently, and there is also a lot of buzzes it is facing in terms of being backward compatible with older games.

The PlayStation 4 Pro

Sony has been one of the biggest names in the gaming ecosystem from its first PlayStation back in the 90s. The current version does not fail to impress. With an upgraded GPU that brings on the table 4K capability, improved performance and PlayStation VR, Sony’s own VR headset, this console is certainly one of the best in the market.

The DualShock 4 does some great double duty as a gamepad and a PC controller. This console also does well on the 4K HDR capabilities and improved hardware features. But where it really outshines all other gaming consoles is its brilliant gaming library.

It definitely has one of the most coveted line up of games that range from triple-A games, indie games, imported games and some PS exclusive hits such as ‘Bloodborne’ and ‘The Last of Us’. Although this console’s price is higher than the Xbox series, those who enjoy these exclusive games swear by the PS as the best console in the market today.

Despite its tremendous fan-following, the PS4 Pro does have its share of drawbacks. Surprisingly, despite being the inventor of Blu-Ray medium, Sony has not stitched in the element of 4K Blu-Ray player in their gaming console. Perhaps this was done to cut costs from the already inflated price or the PS4 Pro.

There is also a question on the poor backward compatibility of PlayStation 4 Pro as it does not support even the PS3 games. The only way to continue enjoying legacy media is through the PS Now device that offers games to be rented or played through a monthly subscription.

Conclusion

While each gaming console comes with its set of advantages and drawbacks, you need to choose one that suits your usage and needs. For a more easy, portable and casual gaming experience, it is the Nintendo Switch that emerges as the clear choice.

Between the Xbox One S and the PS Pro 4, it would essentially boil down to which gaming library impresses users more. All in all, these three are certainly the consoles that are ruling the roost in the current gaming scenario.

January 9, 2020
Google Stadia Games: Borderlands 3 and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 are now available

Google is steadily working on increasing the number of games available on Stadia. Thanks to the buddy pass, you can play with your friends and family more games than ever before. In August of last year, it came out that Borderlands 3 will now be made available on Google Stadia. Today, you can now enjoy RPG Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 along with Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint. The latter is a tactical shooter game with interesting features certain to keep you hooked.

With Stream Connect, players would be able to view the same things as the other players or teammates. This happens in split-screen with Google’s servers doing the work instead of you needing your own setup. Users would be able to view up to three teammates’ perspectives simultaneously. This comes in pretty useful as you co-ordinate and on the next moves so that you can all march towards victory.

Google Stadia Games: Borderlands 3

Google has been trying quite hard to add more games to Stadia. Unfortunately, its game library still has a conspicuous lack of original content. However, the collection seems to be improving with Google promising more games by the end of the year. Although the service was launched only a few weeks back, there are already a few games added to the platform.

Google Stadia Games

Google has managed to increase the number of games available for Stadia just before the release. So far, Stadia has 22 games available. The company assures the users that before the year is complete, there would a lot more additions here. The latest additions include Borderlands 3, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, and Ghost Recon Breakpoint. These games are priced along the same range.

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

The Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 has been created with colourful and engaging moments. Enjoy the game as you time travel and protect historic moments. You will gain more power by understanding new techniques, playing online with friends, and defeating rivals. This would gain you a lot more power as a Time Patroller. Unravel stories centring your favourite Dragon Ball characters. Looking at Borderlands 3, it is currently being offered at a discount with Stadia Pro. This offer is expected to last only for a short while. The game is available in Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition, and Super Deluxe Edition. Enjoy the game by joining your fellow hunters in this action-packed game. Once set up, users can play this game across all the supported devices.

Coming to Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint, it is one of the last games to be added to Stadia. Stadia’s Stream Connect is a unique feature which works great for the game since it allows users to monitor the screen of three teammates. This game is available with certain discounts as well.

Wrapping Up

Out of the three games, Borderlands 3 and Ghost Recon Breakpoint are discounted while Xenoverse 2 is popular enough to be offered without discounts or new features. The Deluxe and Super Deluxe Editions of Borderlands 3 comes with both discounts and additional cosmetics while the latter also offers an add-on content season pass.

January 8, 2020
Xbox Series X Release Date, Specs, Design And Launch Titles For The Next Xbox

Xbox Series X is the next one set to launch towards the end of 2020. Known earlier as Xbox Project Scarlett, the product was recently released at The Game Awards 2019. Although users knew about the impending release of the next Xbox, the details about the same were not available. After the latest update, we now know a lot more about the upcoming Xbox Series X. Microsoft offers many next-generation hardware consoles where “Series X” is just one of them. While Xbox is planning on releasing this model, Sony is working to launch PS5. Let’s take a look at Xbox Series X and its features.

Xbox Series X Specs

The new Xbox features AMD’s custom-designed processor that uses Zen 2 and Navi architecture. When compared to the Xbox One X, we find that Xbox Series X is twice as powerful. It can run games efficiently at 120Hz frame rates and with8K resolutions. The console also has an SSD storage system, a physical disc drive, and ray-tracing technology. What makes it more alluring is that it is compatible with Xbox One accessories.

Xbox Project Scarlett Components

On first glance, it looks to be one of the finest consoles in the market. The company has focussed on the rate and playability of the games, according to Spencer. It helps in ensuring that the games load extremely fast and that the game is running at the highest frame rate possible. With regards to the numbers, the company is hoping to get the games running at 60 FPS in 4K. So far, Microsoft has worked to bring 4K visuals in Xbox so as to bring strong visual improvements with this product.

Xbox Series X Review

In Series X, an SSD will come as standard. It will allow the users to use its storage system as virtual RAM. In addition to this, the load time performance will be increased by as much as 40 times. When we talk about standard RAM, the console is set to use GDDR6 which is usually used as a memory for graphics cards. However, Series X could possibly use it as a fast RAM instead.

Benchmark results are now available which features AMD Flute SoC. If that is indeed the case, we know a lot more about the power level and specs about the same. While Microsoft has been playing these details close to the chest, we will get to know a little bit more, if the benchmark results are true. According to the news, the AMD Flute SoC will have eight Zen 2 cores, 16 threads, and SMT capability. However, the base clock speed is only 1.6GHz which is not very high.

Xbox Series X Controller

Microsoft is, of course, working on its next-generation controller that will go with its next-generation console. This next-gen Xbox Wireless Controller is designed to be more accessible. Microsoft has revamped the controller’s design, such as its shape and size. With the company determined to improve and enhance tech and design and every opportunity, this design revamp doesn’t really come as a surprise. Along with all these changes, we see that users will be getting a dedicated share button that allows them to share videos and images with others.

Xbox Series X Controller

Xbox Series X Games

Phil Spencer mentioned that it will be more immersive and realistic. He believes that this is the stepping stone into the future of gaming. Phil also said that the 15 Xbox Game Studios are working on creating a massive next-generation library including Hellblade II: Senua’s Saga.

Halo Infinite is now a confirmed launch title of Xbox Series X. Since it has been five long years since a mainline Halo game was released, fans are going to be quite excited. The Halo franchise is considered to be Xbox’s first popular games. The fact that Microsoft has chosen to launch its next-gen console with Halo makes it a pretty thoughtful move. It will come with three generations of backwards compatibility. This means that users would be able to run literally thousands of games and not be restricted to a few.

The company is also planning to take a cross-generation approach to avoid siloing. Phil said, “Our goal for our first-party games is that your entitlements will be cross-generation and your Achievements will move effectively with your save game because that’s where they stand.” Coming to third-party games, there are plenty of developers and games waiting to be made available on the new Xbox. Ubisoft’s Gods and Monsters, Watch Dogs: Legion, and Rainbow Six Quarantine and EA’s Battlefield 6 will all feature here.

Older Xbox Consoles

Xbox Game Studios mentioned that the release of Xbox Series X will not affect any of the previous models. The company is planning to have an approach that will include the family of devices instead of just the latest one. This is the only way one would be able to cater to all the customers and ensure that they are able to use it well and comfortably. Cloud game-streaming might be in the cards in the future as well.

Xbox Series X

Project Lockhart

Besides Xbox Series X console, rumours have it that Microsoft is also working on other next-generation Xbox, nicknamed Project Lockhart. It looks as if this new Xbox will belong to a family. According to a Microsoft spokesperson at the Game Awards, “Similar to what fans have seen with previous generations, the name ‘Xbox Series X’ allows room for additional consoles in the future.”

Other speculations suggest that this model could be a lower-priced next-gen Xbox console that would fall just below the higher-end Xbox Series X. Project Lockhart will likely be disc-less console and far more powerful than its current disc-less box.

Verdict

Xbox Series X is a next-gen console which most players are eager to get their hand on. It looks like the company is learning from the past and making decisions that will ensure that the users will have a better overall experience. All in all, you can sure this is going to be one awesome ride. With backward compatibility, users will now have more choices than ever.

December 21, 2019
PlayStation Plus update: PS Plus news is big win for Titanfall 2 on PS4

Following Sony’s recent announcement, dozens of new players joined the servers. A few weeks ago, we heard that Titanfall 2 and Monster Energy Supercross would be the last free PS4 games of 2019. Both the games are available for download from the PlayStation Store. All you need to enjoy this PlayStation Plus update is an active PS Plus account. Although Titanfall 2 is not a new game by any means, it received great reviews when it was first released in 2016. However, being a victim of bad release timings, we never got to see if it would have managed to maintain its popularity. Games like Call of Duty were released approximately around the same time. This didn’t help Titanfall 2 at all.

Even when the game’s single-player mode came into being, its popularity didn’t increase as the developers had hoped. After this attempt, Respawn Entertainment started focusing on other games. For example, Apex Legends and Jedi Fallen Order were more popular among the players. The free updates for Titanfall 2 will not have planned free updates like before. Still, players would still be able to experience what is available with extra people.

Titanfall 2 on PS4

The game’s player numbers increased to about 100,000 on PS4 servers right after the game was scheduled to become available to free play. According to a user online, “The Titanfall 2 player base on PS4 has been revitalized, from 1.5k players on a good day to 70,000. As some of you may know, Titanfall 2 is available on PlayStation Plus. The game is amazing and it’s wonderful to see it truly alive once again.”

Many users agree that Titanfall 2 is indeed a great and fun game to play. Gamers are enjoying both the single-player and the multiplayer modes. The interest of the players in the game seems to have renewed. Thousands of PS Plus players are making use of this opportunity to try out the game. Some are even considering renewing their PS Plus so as to be able to continue playing it. After a sad decline to the player base in the past few years, it is invigorating to see a boost to the player numbers this December. It is yet to be seen if the new players can keep the servers alive, and if so, for how long.

PlayStation Plus Update

PlayStation Plus Free Games

PS Plus offers free games to its players to keep them on their toes with a host of interesting and addictive games. In this month’s PlayStation Plus update, Titanfall 2 was offered to the users. This first-person-shooter game developed by Respawn Entertainment was once quite popular before other releases overtook it. You will take on the role of a pilot who has to manoeuvre around the battlefield. In the single-player mode, players will find themselves trapped behind the enemy lines. They will have to work together with their mates to escape and save the day.

This is all that PS Plus has in store for the 2019 holiday month. We expect news of PS Plus free games for January after December 25, 2019.

December 19, 2019
Stadia 4K Streaming will use up 1TB of data in 65 hours

The concept of game streaming is quite unique and revolutionary. But there are still some doubts revolving around. Streaming keeps going beyond Spotify and Netflix and redefining the way we consume data. At the same time, game streaming will also arrive with data plans and some serious consequences in terms of network traffic.

We need to wait and see what ISPs will need to say about that. Well, Google has announced some more specifics about the most awaited Stadia 4K, it is a game streaming platform that is scheduled to arrive in November this year.

Google has now announced the details regarding some games, pricing plans, and connection requirements. Stadia 4K subscribers might have some shocks when it comes to how much data it will consume.

Types Of The Streaming Requirements

According to Google, it has three types of streaming requirements. For low range, it can offer 720p stream with 60fps which would need a bitrate of 10Mbps. Also, for the upper range, it would offer 60fps full HD 1080p streaming with the bandwidth of 20Mbps.

For the highest quality Stadia 4K stream, it would offer 35Mbps of bandwidth and 60fps of refresh rate. At the same time, it would consume up to 4.5GB/hour for 720p stream, 9GB per hour for 1080p streaming, and 15.75GB per hour for Stadia 4K.

But it doesn’t mean you can stream 4K gaming on a display that has lower resolution. To ensure a smooth gaming experience, Google recommends 60fps, which is a welcome change. The company also recommends one should have at least 10Mbps of connection to stream at 720p. For 4K stream at 60fps, Google recommends 35Mbps of connection. Well, it sounds good enough until you figure out the amount of data it would need.

Data Consumption

As per the calculation, 15.75GB data consumed per hour for 4K streaming would total 1TB for streaming up to 65 hours. On the other side, it would take 113 hours to consume 1TB at 1080p.

According to your location, a huge part of data plans is subject to your data cap and they are mostly set at 1TB already. So, users would be advised to maintain caution before streaming the games.

Otherwise, gamers will easily run out of their current data cap plan by their ISPs. Since the launch is just around the corner, Google has to say something more regarding this.

Releasing Details and Charges

It will release Google Stadia with a subscription plan of $10 per month as Founder’s Edition, including 4K streaming access, important hardware, and a cool blue controller.

You can also opt for a Stadia Base plan which limits streaming to 1080p and won’t need a subscription. Some of the free games like Baldur’s Gate 3 and Destiny 2 will arrive with the game streaming service.

Google is yet to reveal other facets. Stadia Pro plan would offer free Stadia accounts and support for 5.1 surround sound, which will arrive next year. Currently, there are 25 games to be available for streaming.

It is not sure what will be the cost of these games and how many will arrive with the launch. In Founder’s plan, you will get Stadia Pro for three months worth $129, Stadia Controller and a Chromecast Ultra.

November 28, 2019
Xenophage, The Destiny 2 Machine Gun With A Bug In It, Is Also Bugged

Xenophage is the latest weapon introduced in Destiny 2. After its launch last week, it is now available for both free users and for those who bought Shadowkeep for Xbox One and the Season of the Undying. Besides the Xenophage machine gun, paid players received other benefits as well.

Xenophage’s magazine capacity is not very high, but it can fire explosive rounds at enemies terrifyingly. It can manage to send out the rounds with a swiftness that will send you reeling. However, despite the addition of a new weapon and its features, players are not very happy. Gamers noticed that the damage inflicted by Xenophage is not really explosive. Most power weapons in Destiny 2 would be a better choice to inflict real damage than the recently released Xenophage.

Xenophage of Destiny 2

The weapon is not bad, but it has not been designed right. Destiny 2’s makers, Bungie, did more mean to make it a superweapon and only had plans of making it an effective option. However, this bugged weapon is less effective than they had bargained for. While Bungie has not mentioned any timeline for the fix, the company is working on it and it should be available pretty soon.

The Bug and its History

Once the players starting using the gun, they wasted no time in deciding that the gun is not working properly. The fact of the matter is that there literally is a bug in the gun (in the Destiny Universe, of course). Omar Agah, a member of Eris Morn’s doomed fireteam, was destroyed by the Hive. However, he did not actually die a true death. The Hive took his Light, and his soul and mind ended in the space that powers the Xenophage.

With regards to its underperformance, Bungie community manager made a statement that the lack of precision damage was intentional. So, does it mean that Xenophage is a bug gun without bugs? Don’t confuse yourself. We went through Reddit discussions to see what is happening.

Xenophage Weapon

Reddit Discussion

After users started unlocking Xenophage, players started noticing that the Exotic light machine gun was not really doing its job right. It was not dealing out precision damage. Deep discussions got started on Reddit where players shared their experiences. Bungie’s community manager, Cozmo23, wrote, “I checked with the team on this. The fact that Xenophage does not do precision damage is not a bug and by design. However, the weapon is unintentionally underperforming and we are currently investigating.”

This answer threw some light on Bungie’s bug-filled machine gun which was created by design. The community manager also mentioned that although the weapon has been designed not to do precision damage, the fact that it has not been performing to its standards is a cause for concern. The developers are looking into it. It does look like the company has already started work on fixing this and we should be able to hear some good news pretty soon.

Bungie is also working on another glitch in another exotic weapon. It is the exotic energy sniper rifle Izanagi’s Burden that many players are unable to access due to a bug in the questline. Hopefully, both these glitches will be fixed soon.

November 27, 2019
The Best NES Games Of All Time
The Best NES Games Of All Time

If you are a game enthusiast (or not!), you may know the Nintendo is one of the most popular gaming developers of all time. They entered the gaming market in 1991 and are still running strong. They are believed to be at their peak in the 90s and most games released that time has a very loyal following. Though the graphics were not that great during that era but certainly quite a few gamers are looking to have a go at the classic games that were built in the early ’90s.

Looking at this, Nintendo also released the classic console which packs 30 of its classic games. The developer has also gone ahead to launch an online subscription that can help you in accessing all the great NES games. We took a look at all the games that have been released so far and here are the top picks. Presenting the best NES games of all time! You can read about their latest console here.

1. Contra

Contra was released in the early ’90s was a massive hit, not only amongst the teens but also among those in their late 20’s. The game depicted the era with people having buffed up biceps and the concept caught on and became a major hit. There is no particular storyline to the game here but it was interesting to just carry out a machine gun and keep running to reach your end goal. You would encounter a few people who want to kill you so you need to avoid them and make it to the end. There would be difficulties and obstacles on the way. You could decide which level of difficulty you want to play with the hard one being the most challenging and fun to play.

Contra

2. Jackal

Another action game that makes it to this list. This was released in the late ’90s in the United States. The game was all about retrieval and rescuing prisoner of wars or POWs. You are equipped with machine guns and upgradable rocket launchers. There were multiple boss battles that you would have to participate in to have the level completed and rescue a few people. The advantage of having a teammate equalised the gameplay.

3. Super Mario Bros.

How can we not include Mario in this list? This all-time favorite game is probably the most famous games across all the developers, let alone NES! With the rising popularity of the game, NES went on to do improvisations on the game. It was this game that made NES famous amongst all the gamers and in the industry. The game is quite easy to start and play without any fussy complex controls. It is also easy to learn. The difficulty of the game can be set according to your ability. Do keep in mind that although the game is easy to play, there have been a very few people who have been able to master the game. This is where everything gets interesting.

Super Mario Bros.

The main concept of the game is that you are playing the role of a plumber – named Mario. You are expected to travel through the Mushroom Kingdom to save Princess Peach from the maniacal Bowser. All along the way, you will be able to collect coins and there will be guards who you have to escape from. The game cannot be classified into any particular genre. Any genre you take – it fits in!

There were many other releases of this game once since it became such a massive hit among the gamers. Version 3 of the game was a great improvisation and is considered to be one that was played the most at its time of release. You will still be able to find these games online on an internet emulated browser though the feel of playing it on the classic player is completely different.

4. Maniac Mansion

Let’s move on to the adventure genre of games that were released by NES. This humour-filled game that will keep you on your toes. You have five characters that you will be able to choose from. Once you die as a particular character, you will then have to choose from the remaining ones to continue with the game. This game was released only for PC. You can now try the game on an internet-based browser – thanks to the technology advancements.

5. Tetris

There is no doubt that this game is one of the most played puzzle games – even with today’s generation. While the game is fairly simple, it is also highly addictive at the same time. It is pretty much endless, and you can keep on playing for hours and hours, well, until you lose! There are tiles in the game which are shaped like tetrominoes. Each shape is built with four small square blocks each. A random piece of this shape falls from the top to the bottom of the screen.

The main objective of Tetris is to shape all these random shapes so that they form one single horizontal line without any gaps in between. You will be able to rotate the shapes and also move them from one side to another. The speed at which the shapes fall increases with every level. Once a solid line forms at the bottom of the screen, it disappears. The main objective of the game is to not let the tetrominoes reach the top of the screen.

Tetris

6. Duck Hunt

If Mario has reminded you of your childhood, then we are sure Dunk Hunt will also. This was one of the most popular interactive games of the ’90s. The Nintendo gaming console had an additional gun with which you would be able to shoot the ducks that were on the screen. The main aim of the game was to shoot a set number of ducks within the given number of bullets. If you miss a duck while shooting, a dog’s face would pop up and laugh at you! Although this was not the toughest game but most of are sure to have fond memories of this as one the best games ever.

Honourable Mentions

There are many more games which have come under the NES production tag. We could never cover ALL the awesome games created by NES, but here are a few.
- Lode runner
- Castlevania
- Ninja Gaiden
- Kung Fu
There you go! How was that trip down the memory lane?
November 24, 2019
How To Factory Reset A PS4
Understanding and knowing when and how to factory reset a device is very important. The devices, even our beloved PlayStation, like PS4, could do with a factory reset now and then. Sometimes, it could be because you are unable to fix an error but are not able to; or if the latest update is causing problems. Let’s take a look at how you can factory reset PS4.

How to factory reset your PS4

Before we get started, it is advisable to know what a factory reset does. It will completely erase your console’s hard drive along with removing its system software. It is the ideal course to take when a software glitch is affecting your PS4. Before doing this, however, it is advisable to back up your data, including images, videos, and more.

PlayStation 4
1. First, sign in to your PlayStation 4. Make your way to the Setting menu. Find the option ‘PlayStation Network/Account Management.’ And click on it. Deactivate the machine as your primary PS4. This will let you play offline, downloaded games. All you need to do is to identify this PS4 machine as yours. If you don’t do this step properly, you are likely to face a ton of issues as you sign into the new console.
2. In this step, we will deactivate the PlayStation. You will notice an option called the ‘Activate as Your Primary PS4’. If your device is already active, the option will show in grey. The only clickable option, in this case, would be ‘Deactivate’.
3. Now, sign in using your user account. Do note that this is different from your PS4 account. Once you are in, head over to the Settings menu.
4. Find the ‘Initialisation’ option here. You will see two options – “Restore Default Settings” and “Initialise PS4.” The first option will help you clear the saved settings data and return your PS4 device to its factory settings. It will not, however, clear your hard drive. The second option will clear your hard drive of data. This includes saved game data, downloaded games, and everything else. Once you go through these two options, your PS4 device will be as new as the day you bought it!
5. When you come across the Initialise screen, make sure you choose Full since this could take quite some time, at least a couple of hours. Once you have started the initialisation process, the PS4 will show a progress bar indicating the time it will take.
How to factory reset your PS4

Factory Reset From Safe Mode

Another way of performing a factory reset is from the Safe Mode. To do this, first, switch off your PS4 completely and hold down the power button on the console till you hear two beeps. This will enter the Safe Mode. Select the reset option you want. Choosing ‘Initialise PS4’ will clear the hard drive and restore the PS4 to factory settings, but it will keep the software system intact. This option can be chosen if you are sure there is no software trouble. For a review of the Sony PlayStation 5, click here.
November 19, 2019
Google Stadia: Price, Availability and Confirmed Games

Google Stadia is one of the best and most popular ways of streaming the entire games on your tablet, phone, laptop, TV, or even any other devices that is able to access the Google Chrome web browser. While launching, it shows numerous upcoming blockbusters along with various indie darlings that are ensured and confirmed to the players.

Only a few months to launch the Google Stadia, the streaming service that claims to transform the gaming feature when compared to other things with the help of its own console or countless physical games.

It is yet to confirm a few information like online components, user-friendly interface, final release date, and many more. The users can expect a few more information within the upcoming weeks after its release from Google.

It includes various details to prove its best results. You can try it yourself by reviewing more information about Google Stadia such as pricing, release date, confirmed games, and many more.

Release Date of Google Stadia

Finally, it is confirmed that Google Stadia is going on release on 19^th November 2019. Google Stadia will simultaneously release in various countries (maybe 14 countries) including the UK, Denmark, Spain, France, Netherlands, Ireland, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the U.S., Italy, Finland, and Belgium.

Currently, the Stadia Pro subscription will be launched during the release date and the other free Base subscription will be available by 2020.

Pricing of Google Stadia

There are two different types of pricing models available with Google Stadia. The first pricing model is referred to as Stadia Pro subscription and it costs around $10 per month. It offers entire access to the old console and PC games similar to a Netflix-style business pricing model.

It is also compatible and supports 60 FPS for games & 4K HD (High Definition) resolution. However, within Google Stadia, you can find individual pricing for each newer game.

This service will be priced at $12 per month in the Canada region. But, it is not much clear about the pricing for each individual game within the Stadia Pro subscription. Google Stadia will also release a newer version named “Founder’s Edition”.

This includes the Google Stadia’s game controller with Night Blue limited edition, a Chromecast Ultra, and also three months service of Google Stadia Pro subscription.

Google Stadia Founder’s Edition will also include entire access to Destiny 2, Bungie’s first-person Sequal Shooter, and also Stadia Pro three months buddy passcode to share with your friends.

If once you purchase Google Stadia’s Founder Edition then it is possible to choose your favorite Stadia name before it was chosen by regular users.

This subscription is priced at $169 in the Canada region and $129 in the U.S region. Users can choose the Individual Stadia controllers (not available with the Night Blue Color) will be priced separately at $69 in the U.S region.

List of Confirmed Games – Google Stadia

Find below a few lists of confirmed games and available within the Google Stadia subscriptions:

Wolfenstein Youngblood

Google Stadia will also include the first-person shooter with co-op themed from Bethesda Softworks.

Assassin’s Creed Odyssey

This is one of the most recent and time-bending action games from Ubisoft. This game was also tested by Google Stadia using the earlier version with the help of the game code “Project Stream”.

Windjammers 2

The sequel top-down cult hit sports arcade game will also be launched in Google Stadia.

Titan 2 Attack

Stadia include this most popular manga and anime series game to its list.

Watch Dogs Legion

It also includes the upcoming new game of world action series of hacker-themed open game from Ubisoft.

Baldur’s Gate III

The long-awaited and upcoming D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) fantasy RPG sequel that is created by Larian Studios.

Trials Rising

Stadia will launch with the racing games of Ubisoft.

Borderlands 3

You can find the long-awaited RPG series of the first-person shooters with 3^rd full game.

Tomb Raider

It is also available with action-adventure series with the last three games of Square Enix’s Tomb Raider.

Cyberpunk 2077

Another open-world RPG of CD Project Red will set a future world with numerous cyber implants.

Division 2 of Tom Clancy

Ubisoft’s currently released another online action-RPG game.

Darksiders Genesis

Darksider’s next action game series will be released by THQ Nordic.

Ghost Recon Breakpoint

It will also include the open world of the sequel with Ubisoft’s military shooter game.

Destiny 2

Another Stadia launch will be from the part of the online shooter sequel of Bungie Sci-fi.

Thumper

The Indie developer Drool created the best rhythm music game to list under Stadia.

Destroy All Humans

The action game series of revamping to hit the alien invasion will be released by THQ Nordic.

Online Elder Scrolls

You can play the fantasy MMO game of Bethesda Softworks through Stadia.

Doom

Rebooted Doom first game series from Bethesda and ID can also be played.

The Crew 2

Under the Stadia Streaming platform, you can locate the sequel racing game from Ubisoft.

Eternal Doom

The 2^nd game of rebooted series of the first-person series of both ID software and Bethesda Softworks are also available.

Superhot

The best cult hit of a time-themed shooter game is listed.

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

It also contains the most popular and best anime fighting game named Namco Bandai.

Samurai Showdown

SNK’s fighting game from the old school.

19 Farming Simulator

The best and most popular farm selling simulator that allows you to tend your corps.

Redemption 2 of Red Dead

The open-world action game of Wild West from Rockstar Games from Stadia to play on your PC.

Final Fantasy XV

It also appears with fantasy action-RPG from the Square.

Rage 2

The Sequel of open-world shooter game from Bethesda Softworks.

2020 Football Manager

Sports Interactive’s most popular and best soccer management simulator.

Battle for Grid (Power Rangers)

Based on the Power Rangers movie, the most popular fighting game is also listed under Stadia.

Get Packed

Coatsink developed the best four players game or named as a top-down multiplayer game to play exclusively on Stadia.

Orcs Must Die 3

The exclusive tower defense and popular fantasy-themed game series.

NBA 2K

Pro basketball game offered from 2K Sports is also listed.

Grid

The best racing game designed by Codemasters.

Mortal Kombat 11

The Mortal Kombat 11 will be the classic and latest fighting game series available under this platform.

Google team has planned to announce a few more best and most popular games to launch by end of November month. It is already got numerous interesting ideas to publish most video games from the publishers.

Most of them are planned to display the brand-new games even from the high-profile franchises such as Ghost Recon, Darksiders, Doom, Wolfenstein, Borderlands, and Bethesda Softworks under the Stadia’s Catalog.

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October 29, 2019
Xbox Live Memberships
There are several users who usually asked questions regarding the levels of membership for Xbox Live. Welcome here in this article we have given all the details regarding the Xbox Live levels along with its working.

Initially, there are two levels of membership for Xbox life that is free and gold. The free membership is also known as the silver membership in which the user does not need to pay any sort of amount for using the services.

While using the free membership or at the free level there are some limited features given to the users. The pictures that the user can use in free membership include:
- - Creating a network
  - Creating the friend lists
  - Getting the previews of the game
  - from the Zune network, the content will be streamed
  - Downloading the games and add-ons just by visiting the Xbox Live Marketplace
  - Communication with the Xbox Live users by sending and receiving messages as text or voice
  - With the help of Video Kinect (for Kinect owners), the users can easily make a video call as well.
Xbox Live Memberships Gold

The subscription of the Xbox Live Gold depends and differs on the basis of the cost factors. You can easily get the subscription cards for Xbox Live Gold according to the time period. By spending just $25 you can easily get the three months subscription and by spending $60 you can get the subscription for 12 months.

Microsoft, as well as other vendors, runs limited period specials on a subscription when it comes to both for the cards and for buying from the Xbox dashboard. By availing the Gold Xbox Live Memberships, the members can easily get the features included in the free membership pack and along with that the additional benefits available for the users include:
- - An online gameplay that is very interactive
  - Video content from Netflix
  - User can also enjoy the online TV shows and music and movies from Hulu Plus
  - user can enjoy the live sports events streaming by using the ESPN on Xbox life
  - Also, users can enjoy the social networking experience with Twitter and Facebook
  - Radio can be streamed from the Last FM
  - Users can also enjoy the music streaming selections from Zune.
It all depends upon the choice of the user that what type of membership he wants. In case you don’t want to spend much time and money on Xbox Live then he can easily go for the free membership and incase he loves the Xbox live and want to avail more features regarding the same then we can use the gold package as well.

The best part about Xbox live memberships is that the package can easily be availed according to the time period. Sometimes it happens that the users want to get the membership for a specific period of time just like for 1 month or 3 months. In such a case they can easily purchase the small pack of $25.

If the user is having a lot of time and wants to get the subscription for one year then as per the details stated above he can spend $60 for the same.
October 26, 2019