Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 506: A Spectacular Beginning – PlayStation.Blog

Hey there, everyone! We’re back and kicking off the first episode of 2025 with a bang! This week, we’re diving into some exciting topics, including the intriguing Marvel Rivals and bringing back the nostalgia with classics like Final Fantasy 5 and the iconic Contra series. Plus, Brett joins us to wrap up our celebration of the PlayStation 30th Anniversary by sharing his personal picks for the best PS5 and PS VR2 games.

Things We Covered

Get ready for next week’s release highlights:

• Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles | PS5, PS4
• Synduality Echo of Ada | PS5

We’ll also talk about hands-on insights with Dynasty Warriors: Origins, sneak peeks at Arken Age before its big launch, and a look at some fantastic platformers on PlayStation Plus. Not to mention, we’ll delve deeper into the dynamic Marvel Rivals. And of course, Brett’s here to spotlight his top recommendations on PS5 and PS VR2.

Who’s On the Show

A big shoutout to Dormilón for our awesome theme song and music throughout the show.

[Just a quick heads up: The release dates for PSN games can change, so stay tuned for updates. Game details are sourced from publishers’ press releases and ESRB ratings for the most accurate information.]

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