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Certain PS5 Trophies Will Be Tied to Digital Rewards

It seems Sony is bringing this up a notch on the PS5, as it looks like certain PS5 Trophies will grant the gamer digital items!

morganfell1317d ago

This is a feature long overdue for all titles on all systems. I do t think they should necessarily be there as participation trophies - played the game the first time? No not something that should see a reward. But for the average player that pushes it just a little there is ample room to inject rewards that really cost the company almost nothing yet enhance the atmosphere for the gamer.

excaliburps1317d ago

I agree. This adds another layer of incentive for people to complete certain Trophies. I don't really care for Trophies that much, but if it means a free theme, avatar, etc., I'd definitely consider doing it.

RpgSama1317d ago (Edited 1317d ago )

1000% Agree, this is something I always thought would be a great idea, stuff like if you were to get a platinum for a game, that would get you an exclusive Dynamic Theme for that title, it would be an amazing thing to add.

outsider16241317d ago

There's also that sense of achievement. I mean it really feels rewarding getting a platinum for game too. Right now im trying Rdr2 and boy its tough. You gotta grind and grind. I just wish they separate the single player trophies from the online ones. Trying to get MVP in online matches is hard.

SullysCigar1317d ago

Same. Sony have dabbled in this for some time now, giving exclusive themes to gamers that got certain platinums.

But if this is increasing in regularity, that's awesome news and really gives that incentive to make the most of your games. We could see completion rates rise, which might further incentivise developers too - big speculation, but that would be amazing to see, as this evolves further!

Timzster1317d ago

Definitely long overdue. I hope it works out for the best and they execute this well.

Z23ash1317d ago

Xbox used to give avatar items for certain achievements but they haven’t done them in ages. Was a nice bonus for getting achievements

NeoGamer2321317d ago

If you sign up for XB Rewards you now get reward points for "things you do all throughout XB". You save up the points and you can redeem them for digital gift cards which can be used to buy whatever you want in the Microsoft or XB stores.

porkChop1317d ago

Yeah I've always thought this was a great idea. Even if it's something small like a theme, or unlocking a new car in a game.

jznrpg1317d ago

Great assessment of why they should do it .

blackblades1317d ago (Edited 1317d ago )

They had this in the past but only with platinum. Its nothing new unless it's gonna stick this time for 90% of the games. Shouldnt be that hard for devs to do it.

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gamer78041316d ago

Absolutely I’m glad Sony is finally doing this, an achievement system is something Nintendo lacks wholly. I love the digital wallpapers and themes I unlock on the Xbox and the rewards program for completing a achievements that basically pay for gamespass. I’d love to pay for ps plus the same way.

thorstein1316d ago

They already do this to some extent. Platinum on Horizon Zero Dawn gave me an avatar and a theme.

I know a few other titles gave similar rewards.

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autobotdan1317d ago (Edited 1317d ago )

Now if Sony can do something like 'Microsoft Rewards' that would be interesting

gamesftw2501317d ago

It would be nice but I honestly don't see that happening.

autobotdan1317d ago (Edited 1317d ago )

'Microsoft Rewards' is the reason some/many people choose to play Xbox more than Playstation/Nintendo. FREE XBOX LIVE, FREE Xbox gift cards, Free walmart/best buy gift cards, Free Starbucks gift cards. I own every current console and 'MICROSOFT REWARDS' is the main reason Xbox One X has been my most played console last 3 years. I have had FREE Xbox Live last 4 years and tons of FREE DLC/Season passes with too many FREE Xbox gift cards

SullysCigar1317d ago

^ don't mind me, I'm just cringing at your advertisement lol

oof461317d ago

@autobotdan: ...not really. It's a nice little bonus, but not the "reason".

Teflon021317d ago

I won't even buy games on the MS Store on PC and I know it gives rewards lol. I'm sure as hell not believing people who select Xbox do so for the reward system no one talks about lol. Pretty sure it's just the preference in games or loyalty to the brand

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morganfell1317d ago

I do not want them to do something like Microsoft rewards but instead implement their own imagining.

jznrpg1317d ago (Edited 1317d ago )

@autobitdan I’d rather have items tied to the game someway then what seems to small monetary rewards almost desperate to me , get play Xbox you might win some money back . I don’t need to be bought with rewards .

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-Foxtrot1317d ago

I just hope they don't do it behind those really hard online trophies you know you'll never get because most of them are usually just about lucky breaks and finding matches which are still active. Imagine going back to a game and finding it hard to find a match because the online has withered over the years, makes getting that platinum even harder.

morganfell1317d ago (Edited 1317d ago )

1st part titles generally do not employ that technique so I do not think it is a cause for concern.

Teflon021317d ago

Sony published titles don't usually require more than playing a game or 2 online of anything for the platinum. Usually they avoid the online trophies for plats but will add em in add ons

XxSPIDEYxX1317d ago

This has been happening since around 2015. Sony has sent me a bunch of things from themes to avatars. They just sent me a bunch of Parappa avatars for the platinum.

Nitrowolf21317d ago (Edited 1317d ago )

This is on a system level though, makes it a bit more convenient rather than having it to ur email. some people don't even get those, I'm still waiting for my Horizon stuff

Daeloki1316d ago

Agreed, I think I got my GoW stuff roughly a year after getting the platinum

GrumpyGoron1317d ago

Stuff like this back on the 360 was a fun additional bonus. Keen to see what they offer.

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CDPR say Witcher 4 will be different from Witcher 3: "We don't want to be stuck in the same spot"

The next Witcher game will still be an RPG but players can expect new things as CD Projekt Red want to push boundaries and discover new ways of storytelling.

Terry_B11h ago

Each of the 3 existing Witcher games is pretty different from each other..

Kaii11h ago

My only issue with 3 was with the combat

helicoptergirl11h ago

Bethesda seems like a studio that is "stuck in the same spot". Development wise. Glad CDPR are wary of that element in game design.

Hugodastrevas8m ago

This can either go very well or very badly. I hope the latter.

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This is how well the new Helldivers 2 Emancipator Mech works against Terminids

The new Emancipator Exosuit Mech has been added to Helldivers 2, but many players aren't impressed with how it performs.

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Juancho518h ago(Edited 8h ago)

Very loud minority is complaining. I see people using one in every round i play and they kick ass, have to remember there are tons of kids that play this game, and they complain about every single little tiny bad thing even if there are 10 pros and 1 con. Also, this is definitely not accurate. I’ve literally seen these mechs destroy chargers and titans, in the gate defense missions with this mech it literally makes it infinitely easier to hold the gates.

What a crock of shit, whoever wrote this just sucks at the game, they’re embellishing everything for some reason. Maybe they have a chip on their shoulder against the developers. Stop playing the game if all it does is make you angry, those of use that love the game will continue to appreciate their constant updates and toys to play with.

Matter of fact this post just made me want to play around, see you on the battlefield.

DivineHand1251h ago

Are the number of shots required to kill the enemies outlined in the article incorrect?

I haven't tested it myself but this is a snippet from the article.

"Kills Bile Titans to the head in around 40-45 shots (Way more than the autocannon sentry for some stupid reason)
Kills Chargers to the head in 10 shots
Kills Chargers to the leg in 8 shots
Kills Bile Spewers in 4 shots
Kills Brood Commanders in 2-4 shots to the head"

Some support weapons can one-shot those enemies and I believe the argument is that the mech should be more powerful than it appears.

I personally think it is about using the right weapon for each faction. This new mech is more effective against the automatons while the first mech is stronger against the terminids.

jznrpg5h ago

The new mech is really good against bugs

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5 Horror Games That Will Keep You Up at Night

Explore 5 horror games that promise unforgettable scares and sleepless nights. Perfect for thrill-seekers!

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