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Can Broadcast+ Be Sony’s Secret Weapon?

Ourcade Games - "Simple question that title poses huh. Well the answer is not so simple. I’ll admit to dropping the ball here. I didn’t even know this feature existed until I read about it in anticipation of Dead Nation’s PS4 arrival. I was promptly told it was mentioned in the keynote way back when, which it probably was. I’m horrible at multitasking if one of the tasks is to listen. So I was probably watching the keynote and messing around on my phone or laptop, causing me to miss that part. With that said, I know about it now, so let’s discuss why it could either be a game changer or just another useless feature."

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admiralvic3698d ago

If several games support it and it leads to something interesting, sure. If it ends up becoming like remote play on the PS3, then no.

TomShoe3698d ago

It's not a secret weapon, but it certainly is a cool feature to have.

IMissJimRyan3697d ago

I don't think PS4 needs a secret weapon. It's winning the war for a while. I call this a good addition to the console's features.

creatchee3697d ago

There are so many possibilities with something like this. inFamous could have "heal VS absorb" and other things that could influence whether you go hero or villain, for example.

OurcadeGames3697d ago

I actually discussed how it could affect Infamous with a friend. The biggest way is of course taking the moral choices out of your hands.

PoSTedUP3698d ago

i dont think ill be too crazy about this one, id leave it up to the devs. i dont watch ppl play games, but i guess it is cool for the people that do.

GribbleGrunger3698d ago (Edited 3698d ago )

It's actually called PS4 'interact'.

OurcadeGames3698d ago

On dead nation the feature says Broadcast+ on the main menu. That's where I got the name from.

GribbleGrunger3698d ago

Oh, I stand corrected then. They must have renamed it. Here's the menu to use 'interact' in games:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media...

JoGam3697d ago (Edited 3697d ago )

Its called "Broadcast+" just on the Menu but "interact" in the Live area.

GribbleGrunger3697d ago (Edited 3697d ago )

Ah, thanks, JoGam.

Bubble.

WeAreLegion3697d ago

Just here to congratulate you on the awesome new avatar.

maniacmayhem3697d ago

That is a pretty awesome feature. I can see it being implemented very nice in a game like Dark Souls. Having other players really make a game a living hell for you and seeing exactly who made it that way so you can get your revenge.

Ashunderfire863697d ago

Dude you mention the game I was thinking lol!!! It would be cool to have a select Twitch streamer temporarily help you as a ghost in Dark Souls. All they would have to do is press interact post a comment to request help, and the player would have to find that requested comment randomly posted. Now while the Twitch streamer can interact, they could help or invade(trick player hehe!)the player. Damnit! I need to work in the gaming industry somebody hiring me already lol!

Ashunderfire863697d ago

There should be a Twitch based game where Twitch streamers can vote on whether the character should die or not in a horror or action game. Damnit lol! There should be another Saw game, where the choice is yours.

WeAreLegion3697d ago

Like a simplified Twitch Plays Pokemon. I think TPP has paved the way for interactive streams. They're popping up like crazy now.

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The Best Twin-Stick Shooters on PS4

There isn't a shortage of quality twin-stick shooters on PS4, but if you're after the best, here's a list of them. Why not play them with a friend?

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melons1865d ago

yeah, shame about the clicks for each entry though

TheRacingX1865d ago

The VR version of Stardust is an incredible experience, even for those that get VR sickness, the game gives you the feeling of floating in the vastness of space, but the motion sickness is removed, its colorful, flashy, and amazing to play

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IBD Podcast #13 - Housemarque and mastering the twin-stick shooter

Housemarque is famed for its downloadable console games including Super Stardust, Dead Nation, Alienation, PS4 launch title Resogun and now Nex Machina. The veteran Finnish developer has made a name for itself crafting, precise, polished, technically accomplished and visually striking titles in publishing partnership with Sony.

With its latest title, Nex Machina, launching for both PS4 and PC, Housemarque is taking its first step into self-publishing. Working in collaboration with pioneering developer Eugene Jarvis, who created arcade classics such as Defender, Robotron: 2084 and Smash TV, Nex Machina represents both a refinement and evolution of Housemarque's design principles, as well as an opportunity for the developer to directly benefit from establishing and retaining its own IP.

Here, Housemarque CEO Ilari Kuittinen and head of publishing Mikael Haveri discuss how the decision to self-publish has led to greater autonomy, a collaboration with Eugene Jarvis and how a game titled "Death Machine" could mean a new lease of life for the company.

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7 Terrifying Horror Games That You Can Experience Together With a Friend

Scared of playing horror games by yourself? Here are 7 scary games that you can play with a buddy. Pee your pants together.

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haleymaclean2519d ago

This list is needed because I defiantly couldn't play them by myself.