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Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 537: Speaking Saros

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Hey, everybody! Sid, Brett, Kristen, and I are back this week to talk about our latest platinum trophy runs, hands-on with Saros, and more. This week also features an interview with two Housemarque devs working on Saros β€” Creative Director Gregory Louden and Art Director Simone Silvestri.

Stuff We Talked About

  • Next week’s release highlights:
    • South of MidnightΒ  | PS5Β 
    • Legacy of Kain: Ascendance | PS5Β 
    • Darwin’s Paradox | PS5Β 
    • Fishbowl | PS5Β 
    • MotionRec | PS5

  • Damon and Baby is now available β€” discover what sets this twin-stick shooter apart in our hands-on report. You can also experience its unique blend of comedy and action yourself, since it’s out now.

  • Virtual Hunter VR launches on PS VR2 on May 27β€” explore a vast open world sim, hunt diverse prey, experience dynamic weather, and decorate your lodge.

  • Directive 8020 PS5 Pro Features β€” Supermassive devs detail PS5 Pro’s ray tracing, PSSR, and performance features for a haunting sci-fi narrative when the game launches on May 12.

  • Super Meat Boy 3D launches on PS5 on March 31 β€” See how the tough-as-nails side-scrolling series transitions into 3D, introducing new abilities like wall running and more.

The Cast

Sid Shuman – Senior Director of Content Communications, SIE

Kristen Zitani – Senior Content Communications Specialist, SIE

Brett Elston – Manager, Content Communications, SIE

O’Dell Harmon Jr. – Content Communications Specialist, SIE


Thanks to DormilΓ³n for our rad theme song and show music.

[Editor’s note: PSN game release dates are subject to change without notice. Game details are gathered from press releases from their individual publishers and/or ESRB rating descriptions.]

New Price Changes for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal remote player

27 March 2026 at 20:00

With continued pressures in the global economic landscape, we’ve made the decision to increase the prices of PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal remote player globally. We know that price changes impact our community, and after careful evaluation, we found this was a necessary step to ensure we can continue delivering innovative, high-quality gaming experiences to players worldwide.

The updated recommended retail prices for PS5 consoles are effective starting April 2, 2026 as follows. For all other territories, please check with your local retailer or direct.playstation.com where it is available.

U.S.

  • PS5 – $649.99Β 
  • PS5 Digital Edition – $599.99Β 
  • PS5 Pro – $899.99

U.K.

  • PS5 – Β£569.99Β 
  • PS5 Digital Edition – Β£519.99Β 
  • PS5 Pro – Β£789.99

Europe

  • PS5 – €649.99Β 
  • PS5 Digital Edition – €599.99Β 
  • PS5 Pro – €899.99

Japan

  • PS5 – Β₯97,980Β 
  • PS5 Digital Edition – Β₯89,980Β 
  • PS5 Pro – Β₯137,980

The updated recommended retail price for PlayStation Portal remote player is effective starting April 2 as follows. For all other territories, please check with your local retailer or direct.playstation.com where it is available.

  • U.S. – $249.99
  • U.K. – Β£219.99
  • Europe – €249.99
  • Japan – Β₯39,980
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