Viraaj Bhatnagar-Contributor

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April, 2024
B.Tech in Automobile Engineering, MA in Automotive Journalism
God of War, Gran Turismo, PlayStation
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About Viraaj Bhatnagar

Viraaj is a spirited gamer, lifelong PlayStation main, huge petrolhead, but most importantly, a principled journalist. With experience at publications like FandomWire, HotCars, and DriveTribe, writing about cars and games is his lifeblood. As a news writer, he aims to report on the very latest in the games industry, sometimes before it even happens (thank you, r/GamingLeaksAndRumors). And yes, he does know which sources are credible.

Industry Focus

If I had to choose a particular subset of the games industry, it'd be console gaming. PlayStation consoles, if we must narrow it down further. I've grown up playing on them ever since the PS2, and I'm still tuned into them 20 years later. PlayStation hardware and their overall business are something I take deep interest in.

Favorite Games

God of War is my GOAT. The way Santa Monica twists well-known mythologies to create enchanting stories is an art form.
Gran Turismo is a close second. I love cars as much as I love games, so it's obvious that something that marries them so perfectly would be high on my list.
Grand Theft Auto, despite GTA Online basically being a parody of itself. GTA 6 looks to be a proper return to form, and I'm mega-hyped for it.

Favorite Console

Hands down the PS3. No other console in history has had that disastrous a launch and that amazing a comeback. The PS3 did it all because of the games, some of which Sony really should be revisiting, like MotorStorm, SOCOM, Gravity Rush, MAG, Warhawk, and so many more.

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PlayStation Outspends Xbox for Marketing, Says Exec

An Xbox executive reveals that the company's marketing funds for a certain major region are nowhere near as large as PlayStation's budgets.

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FTC Strikes Back at Microsoft Over Xbox Game Pass Price Increase

The US Federal Trade Commission lambastes Microsoft in a new legal document over the recent changes and price hikes for Xbox Game Pass.

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Rumor: Concept Art for Unannounced PlayStation Game Surfaces

A reputable insider shares intriguing concept art and details surrounding an unannounced PlayStation first-party title currently in development.

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Wait for PS5 Pro May Be Longer Than Expected
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A reliable insider expresses uncertainty about the supposed late 2024 release timeframe for the heavily rumored PlayStation 5 Pro.

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Helldivers 2 Leak Reveals Next Premium Warbond

A new leak from a surprising source potentially reveals the next Premium Warbond for Helldivers 2, as well as the type of content it could bring.

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PlayStation Summer Sale 2024 Goes Live with 4500+ Discounts

PlayStation's annual Summer Sale returns for 2024 and features more than 4,500 discounts on store items, including several coveted games.

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Gears of War E-Day Might Come to PS5
Could Gears of War E-Day Make Its Way To PS5?

A recent job listing by the Coalition could be hinting at a PS5 Gears of War E-Day release!

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Silent Hill Creator Explains Why He Left Sony Studio

Keiichiro Toyama, the creator of Silent Hill, Gravity Rush, and Siren has finally revealed why he left his former studio!

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Rumor: Gears of War E-Day Might Come to PS5

A recent discovery potentially hints at Gears of War: E-Day developer The Coalition considering a PlayStation release for the much-awaited game.

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Silent Hill Creator Reveals Why He Left Sony Japan Studio

Keiichiro Toyama, the creator of Silent Hill, Siren, and Gravity Rush, elaborates more on his decision to leave Sony's Japan Studio.

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Forza Horizon 5 Has Hit an Amazing New Milestone 3 Years After Launch

A recent finding reveals that Forza Horizon 5 has whizzed past yet another impressive player milestone nearly three years after its launch.

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Closed Beta for Concord Extended

Concord is PlayStation's upcoming 5v5 shooter! While their closed beta was set to finish on July 14, they've extended it by 24 hours!

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Concord Extends Closed Beta Period

Concord developer Firewalk Studios confirms that it has extended the live-service hero shooter's closed beta period for interested players.

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GTA Online Player Shows Near-Unplayable Experience on Last-Gen Consoles

A new video from a Grand Theft Auto Online player demonstrates how sluggish the game can be on previous-generation consoles.

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PlayStation Stars is Finally Making a Comeback

PlayStation Stars members are reporting that the loyalty program is once again operational after going offline in early June.

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Microsoft Might Scale Back on Xbox Consoles in Some Major Regions

A reliable insider suggests Microsoft could be decreasing its efforts to push Xbox Series X/S consoles in certain major regions.

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PlayStation Portal is Still Proving to be a Big Hit for Sony

A new report shows that the PlayStation Portal remote player continues to be a huge commercial hit for Sony, even eight months after its launch.

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September 12 Will Be a Sad Day for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

Xbox Game Pass subscribers may want to brace themselves as Microsoft plans to implement major changes to the service starting September 12.

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Wolverine Game Associate Narrative Director Has Left Insomniac

A senior narrative lead for the upcoming Marvel's Wolverine game announces her departure from Insomniac Games.

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Hellblade 2 Sales Aren't Looking Too Good

A new report reveals Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2's rather lukewarm commercial performance, leading some to worry about developer Ninja Theory's future.

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