Samuel Tolbert
Samuel Tolbert is a freelance writer covering gaming news, previews, reviews, interviews and different aspects of the gaming industry, specifically focusing on PlayStation on Android Central. You can find him on Twitter @SamuelTolbert
Latest articles by Samuel Tolbert
Sony reveals new PlayStation Plus membership
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Sony has revealed a new service that combines PlayStation Plus and PlayStation Now, with three distinct tiers.
Best kids games for Android 2024
By Samuel Tolbert published
Finding a good mobile game is tough, but it's even tougher if you want a quality kids game. Here are the best kids games for Android.
Best external hard drives for PS4 in 2022
By Samuel Tolbert, Kelly Peirce published
You can expand the storage on your PlayStation 4 now, without opening the body and voiding the warranty. All you need is a decent hard drive to plug in.
Sony's PlayStation Plus revamp is only the beginning
By Samuel Tolbert published
PlayStation is holding fast on its premium release model for now, but the signs are there for a potential shift in the future.
Best PS4 Games in 2022: Top PlayStation games ranked
By Jennifer Locke, Samuel Tolbert last updated
If you're looking for some great games to play on your PlayStation 4, then look no further. We've rounded up the best titles you can buy!
Genshin Impact Update 2.6: Release date, characters, and everything new
By Samuel Tolbert published
Genshin Impact Update 2.6 is bringing plenty of new areas for players to explore.
Disney Mirrorverse is a mobile action RPG that's launching in June 2022
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Disney Mirrorverse is a new action-RPG that allows players to build up teams of their favorite characters.
PSN appears to be down following recent PS5 update
By Samuel Tolbert published
PlayStation Network services appear to be down shortly following the rollout of a PS5 update.
SteelSeries introduces Stratus+ Android gaming controller
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
SteelSeries is introducing the Stratus+ Android gaming controller, with several new refinements over past controllers.
Sony acquires Haven for PlayStation Studios
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Sony is acquiring Haven Entertainment for PlayStation Studios. This Canadian team is working on a live-service game.
Best monitors for PS5 in 2024
By Samuel Tolbert published
Choosing between a TV and a monitor can be difficult for the latest generation of gaming. To help out, we've rounded up the best monitors for PS5 users to consider buying.
Does Black Desert Mobile support cross-play?
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
With the rise of Black Desert Mobile, many players are wondering if the game supports cross-play and if so, are there any restrictions to be made aware of?
Horizon Forbidden West: List of all outfits
By Samuel Tolbert published
Aloy can access a variety of armor sets in her newest adventure. Here's a list of all outfits in Horizon Forbidden West.
Black Desert Mobile vs. Black Desert Online: What are the differences?
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Pearl Abyss develops and publishes multiple games, including its Black Desert titles. So what are the differences between Black Desert Mobile vs. Black Desert Online? Here's what we found.
PlayStation State of Play: Everything announced in the March 2022 showcase
By Samuel Tolbert published
During the March 2022 State of Play, Sony shared a look at several new games.
Sony suspends PlayStation sales in Russia
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Sony has joined multiple other gaming companies in halting the sales of its products in Russia.
Could Google be testing a Windows emulator for Stadia?
By Samuel Tolbert published
Google appears to be working on an emulator that allows Windows PC games to run on Stadia.
Best PlayStation VR controller 2022
By Samuel Tolbert, Samantha Nelson last updated
There are four options when it comes to which controller you can use with the PlayStation VR. Here's a rundown of those options and how you can determine which is best to add to your collection.
WD Black SN850 SSD review: High performance and speedy load times
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Finding the right SSD for upgrading your PS5 can be a challenge. Fortunately, the WD Black SN850 SSD is basically a perfect choice, if you've got the money.
Harry Potter: Magic Awakened for Android: Everything you need to know
By Samuel Tolbert published
Another magical adventure is coming to mobile! Here's everything we know about Harry Potter: Magic Awakened.
How to set up a party on PS5
By Samuel Tolbert published
Sometimes you want to talk to your friends while playing a game together, or just catch up and hang out. Here's how to set up a party on PS5.
Report: PlayStation's Spartacus could have three subscription tiers, up to $16 per month
By Samuel Tolbert published
According to a new report, PlayStation's rumored Spartacus service has three tiers, with the most expensive option being $16 a month.
Horizon Forbidden West for PS5: List of all machines, both new and returning
By Samuel Tolbert published