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PS4 2.00 coming later tonight, get a sneak peek right now

ps4 200_4ps4 200_4PlayStation 4 Software Version 2.00 (Masamune) is coming later tonight, and Sony has finally provided a full rundown on everything we’ll be able to do with it.

They also dropped off a pair of walkthroughs, one for PS4 2.00 as a whole, and the other that focuses on the SharePlay feature. As usual, they snuck a few extra features into the software update, such as the oft requested ability to pause/resume downloads and some nice updated livestream tools, so it’s worth it to check out the videos below.

PS4’s 2.00 Update ? General Overview:
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PS4’s 2.00 Update ? SharePlay:
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Find the full list of updates below and also at the PS Blog.

  • Share Play: PlayStation 4 will create an online local co-op experience by allowing you to invite a friend to join your game ? even when they don?t own a copy of it. PlayStation Plus membership is required for certain Share Play features.
    • Share Screen ? Share your screen with a friend, allowing them to spectate. This is ideal for PS4 owners that want to watch their friends play a game and provide helpful tips. PlayStation Plus is not required to use this.
    • Hand over my controller ? Pass your controller to a friend, virtually, and watch them play. Your friend does not need to own, or even download the game, in order to use this feature. This is perfect for introducing your friends to new games. The host will need to be a PlayStation Plus member, but the guest does not.
    • Hand over the second player controller ? If a game supports local multiplayer, you can have your friend join as player two. Again, the visitor does not need to own, or download the game in order to use this feature. Both players will need PlayStation Plus to use this feature.
  • YouTube: Upload your gameplay highlights directly from PS4 to YouTube by clicking the ?SHARE? button on DualShock 4. In addition, a YouTube app for PS4 will be available to download from the PlayStation Store.
  • Themes & Colors: Personalize your home screen background with select themes and colors. As a big thank-you to the PlayStation Nation, we want to kick-start your dynamic theme options by giving away a theme for two of the biggest titles gamers will be playing on PlayStation 4 this fall; Destiny and Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare. Both themes will be available for download on Tuesday.
  • Live Broadcasting Enhancements: Search filters, archived broadcast support and more have been added to Live from PlayStation
  • Content Area & Library: Find and access your content quicker with a redesigned Content Area and improved filter and sort functions for the PS4 Library.
  • USB Music Player*: Insert USB memory with music in your PS4 and start playing your favorite tunes in the background.
  • What?s New: To make the activity feed more relevant and timely for you, What?s New will add Friends of Friends suggestions and Live Broadcasting updates from your friends at the top of your feed.
Paul Bryant

Staff Writer

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