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Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
PlayStation owners warned NOT to play free game over ‘wiped saves' as players reveal they've deleted it from consoles
But there's another freebie getting rave reviews from players GAME OVER PlayStation owners warned NOT to play free game over 'wiped saves' as players reveal they've deleted it from consoles Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PLAYSTATION fans are urging gamers to avoid a free title they say is glitchy – and not even worth playing. The irate gamers have blasted the popular game, with one frustrated player moaning "I should have listened" before installing it. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Some players are disappointed with May 2025 PS Plus freebie Ark: Survival Ascended Credit: Sony PlayStation / Studio Wildcard Ark: Survival Ascended is one of the free games available to play with PlayStation Plus this month. That means PS Plus subscribers can enjoy the title without paying a penny extra. But some gamers say they're having trouble with the action-adventure survival title on PlayStation consoles. One player posting to Reddit said that they spent hours playing the game – only to lose all of their progress, as spotted by ComicBook. "I love crafting survival games, so I was very excited when this was announced to be on PS Plus," the user explained. "I played it for about five hours. Save and close out, take a break. "When I come back to it? Save file is gone completely. "I looked all over forums for answers and it just seems like this is something that happens on console." Other games responded to the post with similar concerns. One said: "Genuinely stay away from this game. You might think there is something good about it, but I can assure you there is nothing." Get an inside look at the new PS5 30th anniversary edition Another wrote: "I played Ark on my PS5 for about half an hour. Afterwards my PS5 screen started flickering, even outside the game. "Only powering down the console, waiting, and restarting fixed it." One added: "I can't even get it to start right. It's really glitchy for me right from the main menu. I said screw that and deleted it." And another said: "Well-known issue since launch." 3 PlayStation gamers get free titles every month through PS Plus Credit: Sony PlayStation Ark: Survival Ascended is a remaster of 2015's Ark: Survival Evolved, and sees players trying to survive a world inhabited with dinosaurs, monsters, and other players too. The original game was first released as an early access title on PC, but eventually landed on Xbox, Windows, iPhone and Android, and PlayStation consoles too. The Ascended remaster is out on Windows PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5 (now more expensive after a recent UK console price hike). The Sun has asked game-maker Studio Wildcard for comment and will update this story with any response. BALATRO BONANZA Gamers are much more positive about another May entry to PS Plus: Balatro. PS PLUS PRICES – HOW MUCH IS IT? Here's how much you'll pay, and the perks you'll get with each tier... PlayStation Plus Essential Monthly: £6.99 / $9.99 Monthly games Online multiplayer Exclusive discounts Exclusive content Cloud storage Share Play PlayStation Plus Extra Monthly: £10.99 / $14.99 Monthly games Online multiplayer Exclusive discounts Exclusive content Cloud storage Share Play Game catalogue Ubisoft+ Classics PlayStation Plus Premium Monthly: £13.49 / $17.99 Monthly games Online multiplayer Exclusive discounts Exclusive content Cloud storage Share Play Game catalogue Ubisoft+ Classics Classics Catalogue Game trials PS5 Cloud Streaming Sony Pictures Catalogue Picture Credit: Sony PlayStation This poker-themed deck-building game has earned rave reviews since it launched in 2024. And it currently holds an Overwhelmingly Positive score on Steam based on more than 93,000 reviews. The game is also available for free via PS Plus this month, and players are loving it. One PlayStation owner said: "Balatro on PlayStation was my first time. I absolutely love it not going to lie. If it wasn't for other major games taking up my time I'd be playing it 24/7." 3 Balatro is one of the biggest gaming hits of the last year Credit: Balatro / Playstack Another wrote: "This month has only one good game. Balatro." And one added: "Balatro should be the main game of the month."
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
PlayStation is giving away a FREE Call of Duty game upgrade – and fans have just hours left to claim
Three-time world darts champion Michael Van Gerwen is a fan of the game GAMING PERK PlayStation is giving away a FREE Call of Duty game upgrade – and fans have just hours left to claim PLAYSTATION is giving away a free Call of Duty game upgrade – but fans will need to be quick to claim it. PlayStation Plus members, Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members can get a FREE in-game bundle for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 with this one-time offer. Advertisement 2 PlayStation fans only have until midnight on May 12 to claim their free upgrade As an extra bonus, the deal also extends to a free upgrade for Call of Duty: Warzone. You can claim your free upgrade here, on But the clock is ticking. Fans only have until midnight on Monday May 12 to claim the offer. Advertisement After that, users will be unable to download the upgrade. It's certainly worth upgrading, with PlayStation unveiling a host of new content in this offer. The free pack includes the following updates: 2x Operator Skins 4x Weapon Blueprints Finishing Move Emote 2x Weapon Charms Loading Screen Spray 2XP Token (1 hour) 2WXP Token (1 hour) It's worth keeping in mind that Activision may update, replace, or remove this in-game content at any time after you download it. Advertisement Darts star Michael van Gerwen reveals love of Call of Duty before being called out by Olympic hero Call of Duty received an unexpected marketing boost recently after darts hero Michael van Gerwen revealed playing it is his favourite hobby. The three-time PDC world champion, 35, told an audience he enjoys some downtime playing Call of Duty away from the oche. News of the free upgrade comes as gamers anxiously await for GTA 6 to be released after bosses at Rockstar Games said it planned to unleash the next title in autumn 2025. But it will now come out on May 26, 2026. Advertisement Gamers have waited more than 10 years for a new main title in the hugely successful series which has sold hundreds of millions of copies worldwide. Rockstar first released a trailer for GTA 6 in 2023, after it was leaked early online. Fans of the game have been fearing a delay might be on the cards for sometime due to a lack of updates from the company. However, elsewhere in the sector the retro gaming market is thriving – and some long-forgotten treasures could fetch a tidy sum. Advertisement 2 Call of Duty Warzone is one of PlayStation's most popular games Games once dismissed as outdated are now highly sought-after collectables, fetching eye-watering prices at auction. A sealed, first-print Super Mario Bros. for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) achieved a £1.5million sale in 2021, setting a record as the most expensive video game ever sold. While a gold Nintendo World Championships 1990 cartridge sold for over £160,000 last year as fewer than 20 confirmed copies exist. Advertisement However, some of the rarest and most valuable games out there aren't necessarily the ones you'd expect. Karlo Čičko, tech expert and software developer at GameBoost, said: "One thing I've learned from working at GameBoost and spending time around serious collectors is that it's not always about Mario or Zelda. "Some of the real unicorns are tied to obscure competitions, tiny production runs, or even developer mistakes."
The Irish Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
PlayStation is giving away a FREE Call of Duty game upgrade – and fans have just hours left to claim
PLAYSTATION is giving away a free Call of Duty game upgrade – but fans will need to be quick to claim it. PlayStation Plus members, Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members can get a FREE in-game bundle for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 with this one-time offer. Advertisement 2 PlayStation fans only have until midnight on May 12 to claim their free upgrade As an extra bonus, the deal also extends to a free upgrade for Call of Duty: Warzone. You can claim your free upgrade on But the clock is ticking. Fans only have until midnight on Monday May 12 to claim the offer. Advertisement After that, users will be unable to download the upgrade. It's certainly worth upgrading, with PlayStation unveiling a host of new content in this offer. The free pack includes the following updates: 2x Operator Skins 4x Weapon Blueprints Finishing Move Emote 2x Weapon Charms Loading Screen Spray 2XP Token (1 hour) 2WXP Token (1 hour) Most read in Gaming It's worth keeping in mind that Activision may update, replace, or remove this in-game content at any time after you download it. Advertisement Darts star Michael van Gerwen reveals love of Call of Duty before being called out by Olympic hero Call of Duty received an unexpected marketing boost recently after darts hero Michael van Gerwen revealed playing it is his favourite hobby. The three-time PDC world champion, 35, told an audience he enjoys some downtime playing Call of Duty away from the oche. News of the free upgrade comes as gamers But it will now come out on May 26, 2026. Advertisement Gamers have waited more than 10 years for a new main title in the hugely successful series which has sold hundreds of millions of copies worldwide. Rockstar first released a trailer for GTA 6 in 2023, after it was leaked early online. Fans of the game have been fearing a delay might be on the cards for sometime due to a lack of updates from the company. However, elsewhere in the sector the retro gaming market is thriving – and some long-forgotten treasures could fetch a tidy sum. Advertisement 2 Call of Duty Warzone is one of PlayStation's most popular games A sealed, first-print Super Mario Bros. for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) achieved a £1.5million sale in 2021, setting a record as the most expensive video game ever sold. While a gold Nintendo World Championships 1990 cartridge sold for over £160,000 last year as fewer than 20 confirmed copies exist. Advertisement However, some of the rarest and most valuable games out there aren't necessarily the ones you'd expect. Read more on the Irish Sun Karlo Čičko, tech expert and software developer at GameBoost, said: "One thing I've learned from working at GameBoost and spending time around serious collectors is that it's not always about Mario or Zelda. "Some of the real unicorns are tied to obscure competitions , tiny production runs, or even developer mistakes." How to store your retro video games IF you are keeping hold of old consoles and video games hoping they could one day be worth a small fortune, following these five tips can make sure they stay in top condition to maximise their value... Clean everything thoroughly before storing it. Use appropriate, non-abrasive cleaning solutions and tools tailored to the specific materials (plastic, metal, labels, etc.). Dust, grime, and even fingerprints can degrade surfaces over time — proactive cleaning minimises long-term damage. Keep an eye on the temperature and humidity in your storage space. Avoid storing them in attics, basements, and garages where these variables are often extreme. The ideal conditions should mimic a living space — stable temperatures and moderate humidity. This prevents warping, corrosion, and label damage. Use proper packaging to protect your items from bumps and scratches. The original packaging is ideal (and also adds value to the game), but sturdy boxes with ample will also work. Organise and label everything so you can easily find what you're looking for. A spreadsheet or database can be helpful for cataloguing your collection.
