How to become a part of the PlayStation beta program.

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      Typically, we must wait for the release of the best PS5 games to play them. Occasionally, there are demos and beta phases for games, but these can be infrequent and challenging to access. The PlayStation beta program is a scheme that allows gamers to try out upcoming PS5 games prior to their official release on their console and PC, as well as test out new potential console features. In addition to experiencing these features early, beta testers can provide feedback that could shape the final product. If this sounds appealing to you, here's how to join.

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      How to enroll in the PlayStation beta program

      To qualify for the PlayStation beta program, you need a valid PSN account that is in good standing, meaning your account has never been suspended or violated the terms of service. If you meet this basic requirement, you can proceed to register.

      Step 1: Go to the official PlayStation beta program website and click the Join Now button located at the top of the page.

      Step 2: Log in to your PSN account.

      Step 3: Accept the terms and complete the questionnaire regarding your preferences.

      Step 4: That's all!

      Based on your responses, PlayStation will notify you via email about any suitable betas and automatically enroll you in them. The emails will include details on how to participate in each individual test. Remember that you are prohibited from publicly discussing any content you access as part of the PlayStation beta program, and you will need to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement.

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      Everything Announced at PlayStation State of Play February 2025

      Following a strange yet ultimately successful 2024, Sony revealed its plans for 2025 with a State of Play – at least in part. Instead of concentrating on major first-party titles like Ghost of Yotei and Marvel's Wolverine, the 45-minute presentation largely highlighted upcoming third-party games. We received release dates for Borderlands 4 and Metal Gear Solid Delta, which informed us about what to expect in the latter half of 2025. There was even a surprise launch of Warriors: Abyss, a new Musou roguelike from Koei Tecmo, which is now available.

      There was only a small amount of first-party news. Sony finished strong with a teaser for Saros, a new game from the creators of Returnal. We also got a glimpse of Days Gone Remastered, which will give Sony's zombie title a treatment akin to The Last of Us Part 2. Unfortunately, there was no news regarding Bloodborne as fans had hoped, but it was still an engaging showcase. Here’s everything Sony announced during the February 2025 State of Play.

      Saros is Housemarque's follow-up to Returnal

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      PlayStation State of Play February 2025: How to watch and what to expect

      The year has started off somewhat slowly for PlayStation, with few major releases in January. February was marked by a PlayStation Network outage that left many gamers unable to log in over the weekend, but 2025 still holds great potential with highly anticipated titles on the way.

      Sony hasn’t specified how many games will be featured at February's State of Play, but the company mentioned that the event "celebrates a creative and unique selection of exciting games from studios worldwide."

      When is the February 2025 State of Play?

      The upcoming State of Play is set to begin at 5 PM ET, 2 PM PT on February 12. Sony indicates that the show will last around 40 minutes, so be sure to have some snacks ready (especially if you’re on the East Coast and plan to watch before dinner).

      How to watch the February 2025 State of Play

      The February State of Play will be streamed live in both English and Japanese on YouTube and Twitch. The YouTube link is provided just under the header, so you can view the entire show from this article.

      What to expect from the February 2025 State of Play

      Although the year started slow, many fantastic games are on track for release this year. We expect to see more of Ghost of Yotei, the sequel to Sucker Punch's 2020 Ghost of Tsushima, as well as additional information on Death Stranding 2.

      The best puzzle games on PS5

      Many of the top PS5 games incorporate puzzle elements, although these are generally not the primary focus. Often, they consist of simple logic or physics challenges meant to break the pacing instead of requiring deep thought to solve. For those who enjoy a good brain teaser, finding games that center on puzzle solving can be a challenge, but fortunately, the PS5 offers some of the most innovative and demanding puzzle games ever created. These titles manipulate space, language, perspective,