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How To Eject A Disc on the PS4

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There are 2 different ways in which you can eject a disc from the Playstation 4. The first and most obvious way is to press the eject button on the front of the console. The location may vary depending on...
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PS4 Error CE-30774-1 Causes & Solution

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The Playstation 4 error code CE-30774-1 is a system error that is caused due to a failure to update the system firmware when using a USB stick. This error appears to be specific to the update process via a USB...
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PS4 Error E-8200013A Cause & Fix

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The PlayStation Network (PSN) offers a wide range of online services to PlayStation users, including online gaming, the PlayStation Store, and various media streaming services. However, like any online service, PSN may occasionally undergo maintenance, during which certain services may...
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PS4 Error NW-31201-7 Cause & Fix

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If you get the PS4 error NW-31201-7 it means there is some kind of network issue that is preventing you from being able to access the Playstation Network. This is a vague issue and like any network issue, they can...
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PS4 Error CE-32930-7 Cause & Fix

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This is a perfect example of an error message that does absolutely nothing to explain what is wrong. The PS4 error code CE-32930-7, is an error that will likely show up as a result of trying to launch a game....
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What Does It Mean To Set A Primary PS4?

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If you own more than 1 PlayStation 4 you will likely have encountered the issue of a primary PS4. You may have also heard about it from friends who are looking for free games. The process of setting up a...
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How To Make PS4 Remote Play Faster

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This has been a question that has been around since the feature first launched and will likely remain something that will be an issue for a lot of people in the future. Remote play is running slow and you want a...
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How To Use PS Move Controllers With the PSVR

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If you have just purchased a PSVR or the PS Move controllers, you might not immediately figure out how they work. The PlayStation doesn't do a great job at explaining it. This is why I have put together this quick...
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Reset PSN Password Without Date Of Birth

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I recently ran into a really annoying issue where I had registered for a PSN account and provided a fake Date of Birth (DOB). I have also gone and forgot the password for the account. Part of the password reset...
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Creating Amiibo Backups Using An Android Phone

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Amiibo are plastic figures and cards based on Nintendo games and characters. Each one contains a small NFC chip that compatible Nintendo games can read to unlock bonuses, items, costumes, or other extras. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the...
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How To Take Apart A Dualshock 4 Controller

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Generally speaking, the Dualshock 4 is fairly sturdy and there aren't too many reasons that it would need to be repaired. In the event that you want to make some cosmetic changes or fix something that is broken inside, this...
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How To Fix The Red Ring Of Death RROD Repair

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The dreaded Red Ring of Death (RROD) is an issue that plagued almost every first gen Xbox 360. Similar to the YLOD on the Ps3, this was generally caused by the system overheating too the point that the solder on...
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How To Take Apart a Slim PS3

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There are 3 different models of Playstation 3 consoles. This video guide will show you how to fully take apart the Slim PS3 model, which was the second Playstation 3 console that was released. If you are looking to clean...
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How To Permanently Repair YLOD on Fat PS3

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The first gen model of the Playstation 3 got very hot, so hot that the solder that held various components connected to the motherboard would often melt. When this occurred the hardware components would break the connection with the motherboard and...
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Yoku's Island Express Review Review

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Yoku’s Island Express is a very unique mash up of pinball and platforming which works incredibly well. The quirky visual style makes it a really nice visual experience to explore the island. The platforming and pinball elements work quite well...
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What About A Resistance Fall of Man Trilogy?

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The PS3 didn't launch with a fantastic set of games. For most who bought it, Resistance: Fall of Man was about the only game worth buying at the time and even at that, it probably wasn't much of a system...
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Clan Name Generator Tool

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Choosing the perfect name for your clan is a crucial task, especially when the system might not allow for future changes. Whether you're aiming for something humorous, cool, or serious—or even something specific to the game you're playing—this decision is...
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Why has there not been a Blood Dragon 2?

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After the dust began to settle following the release of Far Cry 5, Ubisoft have launched a new game. Far Cry New Dawn is the latest entry in the Far Cry franchise. Like many other big game franchises, this is...
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Is It Wrong To Fake AMIIBOs using a Smartphone?

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Amiibos have been a fantastic addition to Nintendo's merchandising business. Collectors and gamers get to buy high quality figures of the gaming characters they love without having to pay crazy money. The added bonus comes from the NFC tags in...
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Is Ratalaika Games Hurting Trophy hunting?

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Within the trophy hunting community, Ratalaika games has become quite well known. Not because they release fantastic games but because all the games they release have piss easy platinum trophies. Generally they are cross platform with separate lists which let...
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How To Prevent VR Motion Sickness

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Motion sickness can make or break a VR game for you. I recently wrote an article that explained what VR motion sickness is. For those who are all too familiar and just want the solution there may be some things...
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What the soldiers in Wolfenstein are saying

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Back in the early days of 3D gaming, voice acting was a very rare occurrence. When you had to fit a game on a 1.44mb floppy disk, you didn't have much room for high quality audio recordings. When non MIDI...
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Contrast Review

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Score: 6.5/10
Contrast is a game that might not lure everyone in based on a first impression but once you forget about your expectations you can really begin to enjoy this game. Contrast is riddled with bugs to the point where you...
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Stick it to The Man! Review

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Score: 8/10
Stick It To The Man is a beautiful and wacky adventure through a cardboard world that brings back childhood memories of cardboard villages. The games unique artistic style combined with witty humour and fun puzzles make for a highly enjoyable...
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Quantum Conundrum Review

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Score: 7.5/10
Quantum conundrum is a first person puzzle game that is very similar to Portal. You are given puzzles that you must solve using the environment or using various powers that change the game world. While the game does not contain...