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Microsoft & Sony Teaming up for Gaming

Posted on by Ivy
Although Microsoft and Sony are known to compete with their consoles in the gaming world, the reality is that they both have similar interests. And we have an announcement that will make you want to buy some PSN cards and Xbox cards. Apparently, both companies are looking to collaborate in order to create some future cloud solutions. The announcement of Google Stadia seems to imply that Google wants to enter the video game world, and both Microsoft and Sony might be scared by the competition. Still, having a collaboration between these two companies that we always saw as rivals is quite unexpected. We do expect them to clash as they work with one another, but for now it seems that they both have a great goal in sight.

Why is Sony working with Microsoft? Don’t they have their own cloud gaming platform?

Sony has had its PlayStation for a long time, but the platform isn’t too powerful. They don’t have a cloud Xbox & PlayStation Thumbnailinfrastructure like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google have. So they had to rely on working with Microsoft to get this project started. It’s definitely not the simplest thing out there, but it does push the boundaries a bit and that’s the thing that really matters, especially in a situation like this. Through this deal, Sony gets to work with Microsoft to boost its cloud system and even leverage the Azure technology. None of the companies have native streaming services right now, and that’s a shame because there are many challenges that come from that. But the game libraries are there, everything is in place aside from good technology that will help with cloud gaming. And while that might not seem easy to do at first, the payoff can be huge as long as they end up doing it right.

Will this be a part of the next generation of consoles?

The next generation of consoles is coming. Based on what they showed, the PS5 is going to load levels a lot faster, so the processing power will be much improved (you can read more about Sony’s PlayStation 5 Specs). And we can expect the new Xbox to be just as good as well. Both new consoles are set to arrive in 2020 according to the latest estimates. It definitely makes a lot of sense for Microsoft and Sony to work together. Microsoft does have Azure and this is a great platform for cloud services that can be adapted to gaming. Will it work well for gaming? That depends, but what we do know is that customers will be able to use it rather soon. We do expect Sony to customize its own service despite using the Azure platform from Microsoft. But it’s nice to see both companies realize that it’s beneficial for them to work together in order to reach greater heights of success.

Gamer Customer of the Week – Arlan

Posted on by Ivy
For the second week in April, we are featuring Arlan from the Philippines! We sent him some questions to learn a bit about what he loves most about gaming and how he’s using our PlayStation cards.

How old are you, and where are you located?

I’m 25 years old, and live in the Philippines.

Tell us something special or unique about where you live, or why you like it?

Here in the Philippines, even though people experience hardship (Typhoons, and other natural calamity), they still have smiles on their faces.

What kind of system/console are you gaming on? (Generation, Tech specs, etc)

Playstation 4 Pro, 1tb. (You can check out our blog Xbox One vs. PlayStation 4 to compare consoles)

What is your gamer tag?

TheArlans

How long have you been gaming?Gamer Thumbnail

I’ve been gaming for 20 years.

What was your first video game? Tell us your favorite story about it.

Red Alert was my first video game, and I still think it’s the best PC game. I really love how the story progresses and how futuristic the weapons are even though it was way back!

What games do you currently play?

Monster Hunter

How much time do you currently spend gaming?

Less then 5 hours!

Have you entered any gaming competitions? If so, which ones?

None

What in your opinion makes for a good video game?

Having a great story progression, sets of items, Lore items (rare items), which makes it challenging. But even more, social function is a must.

What are your thoughts on Console gaming vs. PC gaming vs. Mobile gaming? Do you have a favorite?

My preference are mobile games because they are easy to use and can be used anywhere.

What feature would you like to see added to the current gaming environment?

The sense of touch. This would allow users to feel the game experience.

Why do you use MyGiftCardSupply to purchase gift cards?

To give gifts to my friends in the US!

What other things interest you, besides gaming?

Programming  

If you want to know more about Arlan, you can find him on twitter @ twitter.com/TheArlans

Thank you Arlan for participating in MyGiftCardSupply’s Gamer Customer of the Week! 

All of Arlan’s friends and family can use the coupon “ARLAN5OFF” to get 5% OFF on their next purchase on our site!

Xbox One vs. Playstation 4

Posted on by Ivy
This next-gen of consoles has been quite an interesting thing for a lot of people. Being able to have both the Xbox One and the PlayStation 4 compete against each other has certainly been great for customers. Each console has different desirable characteristics, so you’ll have to decide which one will work best for you and your own unique gaming experience.

Great consoles with tons of value

Both the PS4 and the Xbox One have managed to bring in lots of value. The PS4 has sold very well, in fact it’s a solid best seller currently, and is one of the best sellers in console history. But it does have its fair share of downsides. One of them being that there’s no backwards compatibility. Xbox does allow you to play older games, PS4 does not, and that means you have to buy all new games for the PS4 since you can’t play any of the old games on it. That can certainly be inconvenient, to say the least. But PlayStation does do a good job of coming up with creative and impressive core ideas in order for you to have a great gaming experience.

The positive thing is that you can still use PlayStation and Xbox gift cards to get the games you want. There is no reason this would change in the future, which is nice to know. PlayStation does have some of the coolest exclusives out there, but Xbox isn’t too far behind. Still, the quality of many of PlayStation’s games is impressive, and that could be why a lot of people lean towards purchasing this particular console instead of the Xbox One.

A wonderful deal either wayXbox One vs. Playstation 4

Xbox has a system that comes with a game pass, and for a small amount you get to play some awesome games. New games can be played immediately if you have a pass, and the cool thing is that you also have the opportunity to try games out without having to purchase them. PlayStation doesn’t offer anything like this, but as mentioned earlier, their user experience is noticeably better. You can also play the games you bought on Windows on an Xbox One. Granted, it’s only for some Windows games, not all of them. But when you rarely have console exclusives on PC, this approach is a breath of fresh air. Both Xbox One and PlayStation 4 are winners for different reasons. Remember that buying PlayStation gift cards gets you access to US digital merchandise and Xbox gift cards are always a fun gift for your gaming friends and family. At the end of the day, you have a plethora of cool games to play on each console. You simply have to weigh the pros and cons of each console to see which one fits your needs best. 

Apex Legends – Why You Should Play it

Posted on by Ivy

Battle Royale games are extremely popular right now because they bring a sense of competition and strategy each time you play. And even if you lose, there’s always a reason to come back and try again. Games like Fortnite and the newly launched Apex Legends offer a massive world map whose livable space decreases bit by bit so only a single person is able to win.

Apex Legends vs. Fortnite

What makes Apex Legends different, is that unlike Fortnite, it only allows you to play in a team of 3. Being able to play with other people and connecting with them as you strategize to win can be really exciting. And Apex Legends makes this even better because there’s no need for voice chat. It’s created its own ping system that makes communication great even if you lack a microphone.

Like Fortnite, there are also cosmetics that you can acquire via the use of Xbox gift cards and PSN gift cards, depending on what platform you’re using. But Apex Legends has designed the game so that you can customize each one of the 8 legends to your liking. Plus, you’ll also have different abilities for every legend which creates a different experience each time you play.

Apex Legends is completely free to download

The fact that Apex Legends is free to play matters a lot because everyone can download it and have a chance to experience the fun. Soon, players will have the opportunity to pour money into skins and the upcoming battle pass that’ll be arriving in the near future. The overall gameplay is fluid, and while you don’t have any titans or wall movement, Apex Legends provides you with plenty of variability as you move and constantly explore new locations. Even if you’re not good at shooters, you can still learn quite a bit and continually test your skills. The game also doesn’t have a ranking system yet, which means there’s no need to worry about how well you fare.

It’s easy to see why the game managed to accrue more than 25 million players in the first week, and the numbers continue to rise. There’s definitely already a lot of content the game has to offer, and there’s even more coming in the near future. Apex Legends is definitely an experience you don’t want to miss out on, especially if you like Battle Royale games or Respawn’s amazing Titanfall series!

How Fortnite is Changing the Gaming Industry

Posted on by Ivy
Fortnite. If you haven’t heard about Fortnite the game, you have to be living under a rock. Cliches aside, there can be no denying that this game has changed the gaming industry forever. From backpacks to Halloween costumes, Fortnite has become a billion-dollar game in a matter of just a few short years. Perhaps the most surprising aspect of Fortnite is how it has managed to gross more than 2017s summer blockbusters Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and Wonder Woman in revenue. If you are not familiar, Fortnite is available in two play modes: -“Save The World” -“Battle Royale” The latter is free to download and play, while the former is not. Both game versions have been extremely successful, attracting over 125 million players in less than two years. The question is, how has the free model served the developers of Fortnite? What do you, as a player, need to know about Fortnite’s free model and character upgrades? And how has Fortnite made billions from its free version? First, however, let’s briefly discuss the game story.

Fortnite—A Game Overview

Fortnite’s Save The World game model is a shooter survival game. Gamers can play with up to four other players where they work together to fight off and kill zombies. In the process, they build objects that they must then defend from zombies along the way. In the Battle Royale version, up to 100 players simultaneously fight to be the last player standing. This exciting version requires users to advance using character upgrades to buy new skins, gliders, axes and much more. These upgrades aren’t necessary, but they definitely make the game more fun to play. It is free to download and play.

Why the Play For Free Model is So Lucrative Fortnite - Changing the Gaming World

You might wonder, why would a free gaming model result in billions in revenue? Especially since the game can be won without upgrades? Well, according to a report from SuperData, all income comes from in-game purchases. Fortnite requires what are called V-Bucks to make in-game purchases. You can spend that money on costumes, dance moves, and accessories. The alternative is to buy V-Bucks with straight cash. You can buy 1,000 V-Bucks for $9.99. The popularity of the game has undoubtedly been its strong hold. Celebrities turned live streaming gamers have helped expose the game to millions of gamers around the world. Game play tournaments with celebrities like Drake and professional athletes have created an entirely new genre of game play, and in the process drawing even more attention to an already popular game. It is the most streamed and most watched game on Twitch and YouTube. All this attention opens the game up to new players, players that will happily buy the upgrades in the game. And with each upgrade comes $10 to $20 in profit. The free model is also heavily influencing the gaming industry as a whole.

How Fortnite is Changing the Gaming Industry

Fortnite is pushing game studios and publishers to reorganize how each product is monetized, updated, and developed. After all, if the free model is earning billions of dollars within less than two years, could it not work for other games as well? The thrill of upgrading the game with new dance moves, costumes, and other cosmetic features is enough to get gamers to make a purchase, then this same model could easily work on other games that offer purchases for guns and game winning functionalities. But just like anything that has a similar height of popularity, the risk of being knocked off the gaming throne is a real threat. As we write this, developers are coming up with Fortnite copycats in hopes of riding the next wave of popularity, and profitability. The question isn’t when but who will be the next great Fortnite like game. Regardless of who does it, however, gamers around the world will expect the gaming industry to continue to produce the quality and style of gaming opportunities that Fortnite does. For gamers, one question lingers, how can you maximize your game play and your ability to enjoy upgrades in your game experience with Fortnite Battle Royale?

How to Save Money on Character Upgrades on Fortnite

Do you want to upgrade your character’s costumes? What about adding a new dance routine to her repertoire? Or maybe you want to completely change the skins of your game for variety? Well, in order to do this you are going to have to store up some V-Bucks. V-Bucks, short for Vindertech Bucks, are the game currency for Fortnite. You can also use V-bucks to shop for Battle Passes, so keep that in mind as well. There are several ways to get your V-Bucks. These include: -Daily Quest Completion -Daily Rewards also earn V-Bucks -Buy them From the Store If you are like most players, waiting around for task completions can be annoying, to say the least. Fortunately, the paid option allows you to get all the V-Bucks you need to customize your game how you see fit. But if you would rather not pay for your upgrades then using the daily quests and rewards would be your best options. Either way you go, you get the benefits of using V-Bucks to make your game that much more interesting. Keep in mind that the paid options don’t give you a competitive advantage in most cases, but they can make it so much more entertaining to play Fortnite Battle Royale.

Consider Our Cards For Easier V-Buck Accumulation

Of course, if you would rather not hassle with daily rewards or crunching out your credit card every time you want to buy a few V-Bucks, then consider our card options. Depending on how you play, we offer three types of options. First, our PSN gift cards. Buy them in the quantity you like, when you like, and how you like, for a better way to buy and use V-Bucks. If you’re uncertain how to purchase games while living outside of the US, read our blog to get easy to follow instructions. Another option is our Xbox Live gift cards. If you prefer to use Xbox for your game play, these are the perfect gift cards for you. Easy to buy, and even easier to use, you can get them directly to your chosen device and easily buy the number of V-Bucks you desire. And finally, we also offer our iTunes gift cards to grab your V-Bucks. And if you live in a different country and are interested in purchasing our iTunes gift cards, check out our US iTunes Cards Country Directory where you can buy cards by your specific country.  For more information about how to buy these cards see our card selection at MyGiftCardSupply.

Playstation Gamer of the Week: Nathan Ivey

Posted on by Wilfredo Vergas

For the last weekend in June, we are featuring Nathan Ivey from Canada! We sent over some questions to and wanted to know a bit about what he loves most about PlayStation gaming,

How old are you, and where are you located?

I am usually told I look like 23 on average but I am also told I do not look it but I am 30 years old, I am located in central Canada

What is your PlayStation Gamer tag?

My PlayStation Gamertag is NateDogg2487

What was your first video game? Tell us your favorite story about it.

The very first video game I remember playing was super Mario brothers on the Nintendo, Like most people, I would spend hours playing that game and I would wake up late after my parents went to bed to play it while having the volume on low.

What games are you currently playing?

I play a lot of different games for many reasons, One of them is that I am a trophy hunter and the second is that I play a lot of different games because I usually stream it and not everyone will like one game if you know what I mean. I am open to trying new games but some of my favourite games to play are Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Call of Duty games, Resident Evil games (big fan of them), Dead By Daylight, Final Fantasy 7 (or any of them), Any of the walking dead games, need for speed and Gran Turismo.

How much time do you currently spend gaming?

I usually game for 3 hours on average most days and I have probably been gaming since I was 8 years old. It keeps me out of trouble so I use it as an outlet. I haven’t been in any gaming competitions but wouldn’t mind being in one if there was a competition that interested me. I like playing video games mostly for the campaigns and not just the online stuff. But I love it when a game has a twist/twists in the storyline that you do not see coming so If a game is making me guess what will happen all the time then chances are I will not get bored of it anytime soon.

What are your thoughts on console Gaming vs. PC gaming vs. Mobile gaming? Do you have a favorite?

I don’t have a favorite when it comes to PC, mobile or console gaming, I play games on all 3 but mainly my PS3 & PS4. I wish they would make it so everyone can game with each other across different platforms. I think Microsoft does it with Xbox and pc but not sure. I do know they wanted to do a cross-platform with sony but not sure if Sony is interested. I think more money could be made that way.

Why do you used MyGiftCardSupply to purchase your PSN gift cards?

I use the Mygiftcardsupply site to buy Hulu gift cards for myself but the main reason why is that I use to buy games or PS Plus memberships for my friend in the states. She has a newborn baby and doesn’t really have any extra money to buy PS4 stuff. So I buy them for her so she and I can game..she has been friends with me for 5 years now and we are very close. I was pretty happy when I first found the site because I spend the whole day walking around the city trying to find a place that would sell a US gift card (s) in Canada but none do.

What other things interest you, besides gaming?

I am pretty laid back and like to chill a lot. Love to play pool, I love relaxing while listening to music. Love to exercise by swimming, going to the gym, riding my mountain bike. One of my favorite past times besides gaming to put puzzles together because my grandmother would do that with me when I was a kid. She and I are extremely close because she pretty much raised me. If you want to know more about Nathan Ivey you can follow him on his social media accounts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoaWot5thefhtODN6R0tcTA https://www.youtube.com/tattooeddragon29 www.twitter.com/TattDragon29  

Thank you Nathan for participating in MyGiftCardSupply’s PlayStation Gamer of the Week! 

What Makes the Xbox Giftcard the Ideal Gift for Gamers?

Posted on by Wilfredo Vergas
We all know about the continued competition between Sony’s PlayStation and Xbox, but what makes the Xbox the best option for real gamers? For starters, the Xbox One offers backward compatibility for Xbox 360 games. It also boasts large expandable storage capability which makes it easy to expand the storage of the console. Some players would also dare say that Xbox One has one of the best gaming controllers. And compared to the PS4, the Xbox One has more exclusive games. Apart from buying games in physical form, players can also purchase games through an Xbox Gift Card directly to online suppliers like MyGiftCardSupply. Additionally, an Xbox Digital Gift Card can be used for new map packs, songs and workouts for the games you already own. If you own an Xbox One, you can use the gift card to purchase your favorite apps. These cards can be used with the Xbox One, Xbox 360 and Windows, and let you not only shop games and items for games, you can also purchase premium entertainment, including HD movies, TV shows you are currently following, and sports, music and live events.

But, how to redeem them?redeem-your-gift-xbox-card

On your Xbox One, you can redeem the card by saying “Xbox, use a code.” If you do not have Kinect, you should go to Games and then choose “Use a code.” You can either enter the code manually or use the Kinect sensor to read the QR code On your computer, you can redeem the gift card by going to https://live.xbox.com/redeemtoken. When you get there, click the Redeem button, type in your code and then click Confirm. On your phone, go to the Wallet app and then tap the Add button found at the bottom of the screen. Select Microsoft gift card and enter your code.

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