Gaming
PlayStation unveils the PS5 ‘Slim’
Same power, smaller body
Another longstanding, widespread rumor proven to be true. Sony PlayStation has officially unveiled a smaller PlayStation 5 (PS5) design that comes with detachable Blu-ray disc drive. Sony isn’t calling it as such, but this will inevitably called the PS5 “Slim.”
The PlayStation Blog detailing the announcement says “The new PS5 has been reduced in volume by more than 30%, and weight by 18% and 24% compared to the previous models.”
Instead of two covers, this new design features four. The top portion comes in a glossy look while the bottom ones come in matte. The bottom ones provide the provision for a Disc Port where the detachable Blu-ray drive.
For retail, you have the option to but the Blu-ray drive outright, inside the box, or purchase it separately later on.
Price and availability
The PS5 “Slim” will be available starting November 2023 in the U.S. at select local retailers and direct.playstation.com. It will roll out globally in the following months. Once inventory of the current PS5 model has sold out, the new PS5 will become the only model available.
Pricing are as follows:
US
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – US$ 499.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – US$ 449.99
Europe
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive — EUR 549.99
- PS5 Digital Edition — EUR 449.99
UK
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive — GBP 479.99
- PS5 Digital Edition — GBP 389.99
Japan
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive — JPY 66,980 (includes tax)
- PS5 Digital Edition — JPY 59,980 (includes tax)
The Digital Edition of this new-look PS5 confirms previous rumors of a PS5 with a detachable Blu-ray disc drive.
A horizontal stand will be included with the new PS5 model. Meanwhile, a new Vertical Stand compatible with all PS5 models will be sold separately at USD 29.99 | EUR 29.99 | GBP 24.99 | JPY 3,980.
Update as of October 18, 2023 — Southeast Asia Pricing
| Country | New PS5 with Blu-ray Disc Drive | New PS5 Digital Edition | Blu-ray Disc Drive (Separate) | New Vertical Stand |
| Singapore | SGD 799 | SGD 669 | SGD 159 | SGD 44.90 |
| Malaysia | MYR 2,499 | MYR 2,069 | MYR 529 | MYR 149 |
| Indonesia | IDR 9,699,000 | IDR 8,199,000 | IDR 1,839,000 | IDR 499,000 |
| Thailand | THB 18,690 | THB 15,690 | THB 3,790 | THB 1,090 |
| Philippines | PHP 30,790 | N/A | TBD | PHP 1,690 |
| Vietnam | VND 15,990,000 | N/A | TBD | VND 799,000 |
Global K-pop sensation LE SSERAFIM is returning to BlizzCon.
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that the five-member girl group will perform as the closing musical act at BlizzCon 2026. LE SSERAFIM will take the Main Stage on Sunday, September 13 (PT), bringing fans another live performance after its BlizzCon debut in 2023.
The appearance also comes ahead of the group’s upcoming U.S. tour. Blizzard teased that the performance will make it a “Perfect Night” for fans attending the convention at the Anaheim Convention Center.
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LE SSERAFIM returns to Blizzard
LE SSERAFIM debuted in 2022 under SOURCE MUSIC, a label of HYBE. The group is composed of Sakura Miyawaki, Kim Chaewon, Huh Yunjin, Kazuha Nakamura, and Hong Eunchae.
The group’s name is an anagram of “I’m Fearless,” reflecting the confidence that has defined its music since debut.
This won’t be LE SSERAFIM’s first crossover with Blizzard. The group previously collaborated with Overwatch 2, bringing themed cosmetics and a special event to the hero shooter.
BlizzCon 2026 is sold out
BlizzCon is Blizzard Entertainment’s annual community celebration. It brings together fans of World of Warcraft, Diablo IV, Overwatch 2, and other Blizzard franchises for game announcements, developer panels, esports, cosplay, and hands-on experiences.
Passes for BlizzCon 2026 have already sold out. However, Blizzard says tickets may still become available through the Tixr public resale marketplace.
Fans can learn more about LE SSERAFIM’s appearance on Blizzard’s official blog.
Gaming
AMD FSR Upscaling 4.1 now available for Radeon RX 7000 Series
Update drops earlier than expected, powering more than 300 supported games
PC and handheld gamers can officially skip the wait, as AMD has launched its FSR 4.1 upscaling technology for Radeon RX 7000 series (RDNA 3) GPUs.
Computing and Graphics Group Senior Vice President and GM Jack Huynh made the announcement on X (formerly Twitter). This development brings machine learning powered gaming to millions of players across more than 300 games.
By downloading the latest AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 26.6.2 driver, users can unlock the new AI upscaling suite on existing RX 7000 series desktop graphics cards.
(The driver can be downloaded here.)
The update drastically sharpens image reconstruction, delivers far superior temporal stability, and keeps motion ghosting to an absolute minimum. That’s across a massive library of supported titles.
Beyond optimized frame rates out of the gate for those two blockbusters, the release packs vital architecture stability improvements and bug fixes for the broader Radeon ecosystem.
Huynh added that AMD is actively engineering lightweight machine learning models to expand FSR 4.1 optimizations to a wider base of gamers. More details are to come.
Moreover, the driver for the FSR 4.1 upscaling technology will deliver day-one support for two highly anticipated releases: Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced and DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations.
if you are wielding an RDNA 3 desktop rig or an RDNA 3-powered handheld, like the ROG Ally X or Lenovo Legion GO, simply open up the AMD Software suite, get the update, and test the new AI tech.
Gaming
GTA VI: New images unveiled as pre-order details, price finally announced
Highly-anticipated title to launch on November 19 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S
Grand Theft Auto VI finally has a price. The highly-anticipated upcoming installment in the series is set to launch on November 19 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Pre-orders will begin on midnight, June 25. Available versions are the Standard Edition at US$ 79.99 and the Ultimate Edition at US$ 99.99.
The Ultimate Edition amplifies the single player experience with an exclusive collection of premium vehicles, weapons, apparel, and action threaded across all aspects of Jason and Lucia’s story.
Here are some newly-released exclusive images:
Alongside the Standard and Ultimate Editions, all Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders and purchases before November 20 will also get the Vintage Vice City Pack.
This is a collection of items that flash back to when the neon burned brightest:
Players who pre-order digital versions of GTA VI will be able to begin pre-loading on November 12. This is to ensure they are able to play at launch on November 19.
The physical version, which contains a download code inside the box, will be available starting November 12 as well to support pre-loading.
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