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Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to play Doom The Dark Ages early before official release
(Image via Bethesda Softworks) Doom : The Dark Ages wait is almost over, but if you are someone who doesn't wish to or cannot sit tight till May 15, 2025, Bethesda Softworks and id Software are offering you a way to gain early access to the game. But it will cost you. You can use this premium upgrade to unlock the gates of hell soon. Here is how to get ahead of your pack and start slaying demons before the official release of the game. How to play Doom The Dark Ages early? DOOM: The Dark Ages | Official Trailer 2 (4K) | Available May 15, 2025 Early access Doom The Dark Ages is available two days before its global release. For it, you will need to grab the Premium Edition or the Collector's Bundle. Both versions offer 2 days of early access, allowing you to start on May 13, 2025, at midnight instead of May 15. Along with the Premium Edition, you also get some bonus content like the digital artbook, Divinity Skin Pack, soundtrack, and the future DLC. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo To purchase the Doom The Dark Ages Premium Edition is straightforward. For it, visit the store page of the game on PlayStation, PC platforms, or Xbox. There, select Premium Edition and checkout. After you have bought the game, it will appear in the library, all set to preload, before the window for early access opens. The physical copy buyers will miss it here as early access remains available only in digital mode. The Xbox Game Pass subscribers are also not left empty-handed. The $30 Premium Upgrade, which is sold separately, adds the same perks within the base Game Pass version. The hardcore fans can even get the Collector's Bundle ($199) of Bethesda Softworks. It comes with early access, a Slayer statue, and some other collectibles. Make sure to act fast, as the stocks are limited. Preload Doom The Dark Ages to slay later Doom The Dark Ages preloading started on May 11, 2025. So, you can already install the game before the time. Just make sure you have 100GB of the free space (86 GB for the PS5), as the download is not small. After the clock hits midnight UTC on May 13, 2025, the hell gates and the early gameplay will open for the hardcore fans. Note: Make sure to preload to avoid any downloading queues on the launch day. On the consoles, just navigate to the library, select Doom The Dark Ages title, and trigger the download. The PC players on Steam will find a preload option in the game list to make sure they have enough free space. Additionally, time zone differences mean the unlock will vary. For North America, the access starts on May 12, while for Europe and Asia, it will be early May 13, 2025. So, set the reminders for the region and maximize the playtime. Whether you are diving in early or plan to wait for the standard release, remember that preparation is the key. So, clear the storage, get the Premium Edition, and preload before time. The latest crusade of the Slayer is almost here. Do not let the technical hiccups slow the rampage.
Metro
22-04-2025
- Automotive
- Metro
Forza Horizon 5 launches on PS5 this week – here's how to play early
Any PlayStation 5 owners eager to play Forza Horizon 5 as soon as possible can do so four days before its official release. While Microsoft has embraced launching new Xbox games on PlayStation 5, and potentially Switch 2, it's also made it clear that many of its older titles will also be going multiformat. The likes of Hi-Fi Rush and Sea Of Thieves saw PlayStation 5 ports last year and they'll soon be joined by the most recent entry in Microsoft's Forza racing series, Forza Horizon 5. Technically, Forza Horizon 5's PlayStation 5 port isn't out until next week. But, if you can't bear to wait that long, there is a way to start playing as early as this weekend. The official release date for the PlayStation 5 version of Forza Horizon 5 is Tuesday, April 29. However, Microsoft is running an early access period that begins at 12.01am BST on Friday, April 25, allowing you to enjoy the game throughout the weekend. If you want to take part in the early access period, you'll need to pre-order Forza Horizon 5's Premium Edition. For context, there are three versions of the game available, and the Premium Edition is the only that offers early access. It's also the most expensive at £84.99, although it does include the following: Both the Rally Adventure and Hot Wheels expansion packs The Car Pass, which includes 42 extra cars VIP membership, which includes more cars, cosmetics, and other in-game rewards The Welcome Pack, which includes another five cars, a Player House property, a one-time grant to own any car from the game's Autoshow, and three one-time grants for any Common or Rare clothing item By comparison, the game on its own costs £54.99,while the Deluxe Edition, which includes the game and Car Pass, is £69.99. Pre-ordering any version of Forza Horizon 5 will net you: The 2021 Mercedes-AMG Mercedes-AMG ONE (the car seen on the cover art) 5,000 Forzathon Points for buying cars and cosmetics Five Backstage Passes for unlocking cars in the Backstage Shop If you have already pre-ordered the standard or Deluxe Edition, you can pay an upgrade fee to access the Premium Edition. This will only be available until the early access period ends on April 28. More Trending Microsoft has advised that anyone who upgrades this way may need to restore their game licence in order to take part in the early access period, which can be done by following the instructions on Sony's website. There will be a Premium Add-Ons bundle available after launch, that includes all the other extra content and all of it will be available as separate purchases as well. You can pre-order Forza Horizon 5 via the PlayStation Store. In fact, that's the only way to pre-order it since it's a digital-only release, with no plans for a physical version. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter, and sign-up to our newsletter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: What Xbox exclusives are confirmed for PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2? MORE: PS5 is getting two more Xbox exclusive games this year MORE: Indiana Jones And The Great Circle PS5 review – Indy gaming goes multiformat
Forbes
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Indiana Jones & The Great Circle: Release Date & PS5 Pro Enhancements
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle After seeing the beauty of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on Xbox, I'm excited to fire it up on the PS5 Pro. When I learned the hit title was headed to the PS5, one of the first things I was interested in learning about was the enhancements we might see when the game runs on the PS5 Pro. I've dug up some information on that, as well as the fast-approaching confirmed release date and the special editions. The game officially launches on PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro on April 17. Pre-order customers of the Premium Edition will receive two days of early access and can begin playing on April 15. Any users who pre-order will receive the Last Crusade Pack. Pre-order users for the Premium Edition will receive The Order of Giants Story DLC, digital artbook, and Temple of Doom outfit. There is also a Collector's Edition for PC and Xbox. We'll get into that a bit more below. FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder The new game will benefit from enhancements on the PS5 Pro, per Push Square. The game is set to be "visually optimized" for the PS5 Pro, offering improved visual fidelity and performance. Additionally, two new whip abilities, "Open Season" and "Sleight of Hand," will be introduced. With "Open Season," whip-cracking an enemy will temporarily cause them to take more damage from subsequent attacks, while "Sleight of Hand" allows players to disarm an enemy and have their weapon fly toward Indy. The hope is that these enhancements will provide a more immersive and dynamic gameplay experience for PS5 Pro users. The game's campaign mode takes place in 1937. The story takes place between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. One of the most attractive things about the game is that it feels like a movie or television series from the IP that wasn't made. Oftentimes, games made after movies don't add to the story. This one does. The game is played from a first-person perspective, which was a bit of a deterrent for me initially. I've gotten a little bored with first-person games. However, there is something about first-person in The Great Circle that works. The way you experience the action would be nerfed to the game's detriment without it. If you've played it on Xbox, you know what I mean. A limited Collector's Edition includes everything in the Premium bundle, plus a custom globe with secret storage, a replica of the Allmaker Relic, an oversized SteelBook, and a collector's adventure journal. Bethesda has done an excellent job packaging this thing in a manner that'll make you smell a hint of leather and see particles of dust from an old artifact. Take a look. Indiana Jones Be on the lookout for post-event content with a concentration on the imagery in the game on PS5 Pro
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Forza Horizon 5 careens onto PS5 on April 29
Forza Horizon 5 is officially coming to the PS5 on April 29. We knew the racing sim was going multiplatform, and now we have a legit date when players will be able to race around a digital replica of Mexico. This version does have cross-play support, which has already been a boon for Xbox and PC players. Additionally, the PS5 build allows gamers to purchase all of the same car packs, including the Hot Wheels and Rally Adventure expansions. There's a new and free content update for PS5, Xbox and PC players called Horizon Realms that features a set of in-game achievements based on the game's dynamic and evolving world, which arrives on April 25. Horizon 5 comes to PS5 in three flavors. The base game costs $60; the Deluxe Edition, which comes with the game's car pass, costs $80; and the Premium Edition, which comes with all of the game's DLC, costs $100. If you pre-order the Premium Edition you also get early access to the game on April 25, though does it count as early access when the game's been out for over four years on Xbox and PC? That's for you and your wallet to decide. All editions are digital only — the Forza Horizon X account confirmed there are currently no plans for a physical release. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. Developer Playground Games has also run down the various graphics modes available on PlayStation 5. Regular PS5 consoles will have access to a 60 fps performance mode and a 30 fps quality mode. PS5 Pro owners will have the same options, but with "increased fidelity" in the performance mode and ray-traced car reflections in races and free roam. There is no word currently on resolution targets for either console, or how they shape up versus Xbox Series X/S. For the uninitiated, Forza Horizon 5 is a fantastic open-world racing game that we absolutely loved upon its initial release in 2021. The graphics are top notch, with a gorgeous design aesthetic, and the open world is fun to just race around in. The game is so approachable that we said 'you don't need to be into cars to love it.' This is just the latest former Xbox exclusive to bridge the console divide. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle debuted as an Xbox exclusive in December, but is also coming to the PS5 soon. Other former exclusives that have been allowed to roam free include Sea of Thieves, Hi-Fi Rush, Pentiment and Grounded.
The Independent
17-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
How to play Avowed for free and early on Xbox
It has been a game long-teased by Microsoft to potentially be the console's next huge RPG hit and possible future franchise and now Avowed is here. First revealed in the summer of 2020, Avowed was initially pitched to be Obsidian Entertainment's answer to Skyrim, although the studio then rowed back on that claim. The game is set in the world of Eora, the same universe which features in the Pillars of Eternity games. Playable in both first person and third person, the high fantasy RPG will focus on combat and decision making as your progress through the Living Lands. As for the narrative of the game, the official website reads this: 'As an envoy of Aedyr, you are sent to investigate rumors of a spreading plague with a secret that threatens to destroy everything. Can you save the island and your soul from the forces threatening to tear them apart?' What time is Avowed released? Avowed is released on February 18/February 19 on Xbox and Windows, depending on what time zone/region you are in. February 18 10 AM PT (LA) 1 PM ET (New York) 6 PM GMT (London) February 19 5 AM AEDT (Sydney) Can you play Avowed for free? Yes, if you have an Xbox and you are already subscribed to Game Pass Premium then the game will be available to pre-install and will be playable once it is released. Can you play Avowed early? Also yes - and there are multiple ways to do it. If you buy the Premium Edition then you can jump in right now. Alternatively, you can still buy the Premium Edition and jump in as soon as you buy it. If you want to play early but don't want to invest too early then the Premium Upgrade is the route to go down. The Premium Upgrade is ideal for Game Pass Ultimate / PC Game Pass members as it doesn't include the full game itself (so you'll need to remain subscribed post-launch), and it's available for £17.99 / $22.49 on the Microsoft Store. Alternatively, if you just CANNOT wait those extra hours and you simply have to play the game first on release day then you can set the location/timezone of your Xbox to PT (LA) as the West Coast of America gets access to the game before anyone. Legally speaking, you're on your own here, but Microsoft has never said you cannot do this or taken any legal action against anyone doing so despite it being against the terms of service.
