Gaming

All-new PlayStation Plus coming to Asia on May 23

Excluding Japan

Published

April 23, 2022

Rodneil Quiteles

In case you missed it, PlayStation has announced a brand spanking PlayStation Plus. They introduced three new tiers, expanding the service to include more games. At the time, we didn’t know exactly when the service will come. Only a vague June 2022 date was shared. Now, we know it’s heading to Asian markets first, excluding Japan, on May 23.

PlayStation didn’t specify on their blog why Asia is getting it first. But we speculate it’s likely because it’s easier to implement a download only option tiers versus the ones that include cloud streaming.

If you will recall, Asian markets won’t get the streaming option. And instead of the highest tier being called PlayStation Plus Premium, the region is instead getting PlayStation Plus Deluxe. With the primary difference being the lack of streaming option, which also means no access to PS3 titles.

There are still no concrete dates on when the all-new PlayStation Plus will hit other markets. But they did share target dates. They are as follows:

Japan — targeting June 1, 2022
Americas — targeting June 13, 2022
Europe — targeting June 22, 2022

How will this affect my current subscription?

If you’re an existing PlayStation Plus subscriber and don’t really feel like upgrading then you can just stand pat. Your service will just be renamed PlayStation Plus Essential but will still get all the same benefits. No changes will be applied to your existing subscription unless: 1) You make any changes yourself, 2) Your subscription expires.

What if you want to upgrade? You can do that any time. You only need to pay he difference between your current plan and your new plan, adjusted for the remaining time of your subscription.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe

If you do decide to upgrade, here’s a brief look at what you’re getting:

PlayStation Plus Extra

Provides all the benefits from the Essential tier plus a catalogue1 of up to 400 of the most enjoyable PS4 and PS5 games, including:

Death Stranding
God of War
Mortal Kombat 11
Returnal
Marvel’s Spider-Man
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales

PlayStation Plus Deluxe

Provides all the benefits from Essential and Extra tiers.

Adds a catalogue of beloved classic games available to download from the original PlayStation, PS2 and PSP generations.

Time-limited game trials will also be offered in this tier, so customers can try select games before they buy.

For the full details and pricing read here.

Gaming

REMATCH: Elite Edition out now

Physical retail for PS5

Published

November 15, 2025

GadgetMatch

Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia and Sloclap announced the physical release of REMATCH: Elite Edition for PlayStation 5.

The launch brings the online football hit to store shelves for the first time. It follows a strong digital debut over the summer. The Elite Edition ships with the full Season 1 experience. This includes cross-platform play, ranked 3v3 matches, and a full lineup of unlockable bonuses.

A new launch trailer is now available.

Exclusive content in REMATCH: Elite Edition

The physical release includes the base game plus a packed collection of in-game rewards:

Two Captain Pass Upgrade Tickets
Upgrade the Free Pass to the Captain Pass and access premium rewards like new hairstyles, shoes, and clothing patterns.
Blazon Player Background & Title
A bold nameplate and title to stand out on the field.
Blazon Pattern (Top & Bottom)
A seamless pattern that adds a signature look to any outfit.
Blazon Jewel Set
Rings, bracelets, earrings, and a necklace for players who want flair with every match.
Blazon Buckler Tank Top
A classic top styled with blazon detailing.
Glitcher Trainers
Futuristic shoes that glow purple while sprinting.
Blazon Augmented Reality Cage
A vibrant blazon-lined AR arena effect that activates during play.
Digital Blazon Cap
A flashy digital cap that highlights player identity and status.

What is REMATCH?

REMATCH brings the energy of the world’s biggest sport into high-speed 3v3, 4v4, or 5v5 matches. Each player controls a single character in a third-person arena with no fouls, no offsides, and nonstop action. Quick decisions and strong teamwork decide every match.

REMATCH is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

Gaming

Horizon Steel Frontiers is an MMO set in the Horizon universe

The game is built for mobile but will have cross-play gameplay with PC.

Published

November 13, 2025

Luigi Leonardo

A few months ago, Sony sued Tencent for copying design elements from the Horizon series for the latter’s upcoming game, Light of Motiram. Though the game has been relatively silent since the kerfuffle, was Tencent on to something? Today, Sony and a Korean studio named NCSoft have officially announced Horizon Steel Frontiers, an MMO set in the Horizon universe.

It’s not just a simple announcement either. The title now has an official 10-minute video to preview the upcoming title. Right now, the trailer has nothing but cinematics, pre-alpha footage, and developer interviews. However, it’s a clear commitment to bringing the MMO to life.

Both the cinematics and the pre-alpha footage show off the familiar mechanical beasts of the series. The main goal of the title is to team up with other players and take down colossal beasts.

The game is set in the Deathlands, a new region inspired by Arizona and New Mexico. Players will have the entire state to play with. And, instead of Aloy, they can create their own personalized characters.

Horizon Steel Frontiers is built for smartphones. However, Sony and NCSoft are working towards cross-platform gameplay for the PC.

Right now, especially since the released footage is from pre-alpha development, we don’t know when the MMO will launch. However, it does look extremely exciting for fans of the original duology.

Gaming

ViewSonic levels up the holidays with free Steam Wallet codes for gamers

Buy ViewSonic, get Steam Credits

Published

November 13, 2025

GadgetMatch

ViewSonic Gaming is turning up the fun this holiday season with its Bonus Level Steam Wallet Promo. They’re giving gamers in the Philippines up to PhP 500 worth of Steam Wallet codes with every purchase of a participating ViewSonic Gaming monitor.

Running until December 31, 2025, the promo applies to a wide lineup of high-performance gaming monitors, including fan favorites like the VX2479A-HD PRO and XG2737.

Gamers who buy eligible models can redeem:

PhP 250 Steam Wallet Code – for 24-inch and below models (including portable touch models)
PhP 500 Steam Wallet Code – for 27-inch and above models (including OLED and high-res variants)

To claim, buyers simply need to:

Purchase a participating model from any authorized ViewSonic retailer.
Upload a photo of the invoice and product box serial number via the official Google Form.
Wait for verification — the Steam Wallet code will be sent directly to their email.

Full promo details and redemption link are available here: https://www.viewsonic.com/ph/promos/bonus-level-promo

A new model joins the fray

Also launching this season is the VX2425-HD-PRO. It’s now available exclusively online via Shopee and Lazada. Priced at ₱6,499, it features a 24-inch Full HD display, 200Hz refresh rate, SuperClear® VA panel, and HDR10 support — ideal for gamers who want performance on a budget.

The VX2425-HD-PRO is also part of the Bonus Level promo, so every purchase lets gamers claim a free Steam Wallet code.