What is PlayStation's new PlayLink and how does it work?

Sony has a new kid on the block that will take away the DualShock 4 and let everyone join in on the fun. We explain everything you need to know about PlayLink and show you how it works.

[ApocalypseShadow]

This is a cool concept that allows you to play together and use your phone for information and listening. I think more games should be made into couch gaming for family and friends to play. Online is cool. But playing with people you know right next to you is also cool.

I'll keep a watch out on play link.

[fr0sty]

Imagine a RTS type game where up to 4 people all play on their phones (each with a simplified version of the world map on it) while the main screen shows what is going on in much more detail. Or a game like worms using phones as an interface.

[bigmalky]

A new Buzz game incoming?

[Sillicur]

Very interested to try this out myself

[jaycptza]

But SONY is holding back the industry according to one article. Jokes aside I am very curious about Hidden Agenda and Play Link. Looks like the Wife might enjoy it

[Moe-Gunz]

Hidden Agenda looks very interesting. My only question is, do we have to be in the same place to use this? Like can me and my friends who live in different places connect and play?

If not, they should try to incorporate that.

[REDGUM]

I would've thought so Moe. The phones connect to the ps4 & then in turn the tv. Seeing as the ps4 is connected to the Internet i would think that this is quite probable.

[Moe-Gunz]

I hope so or it'll be a big negative for me.