PlayStation The Concert, a monumental achievement in wasting money and appealing to the lowest common denominator, apparently kicked off in Dublin in 2025 to the thunderous applause of… well, someone. Now, Sony, bless their cotton socks, has officially announced U.S. tour dates, presumably to inflict this auditory assault on American ears. They’ve even graced us with a behind-the-scenes concert video, because who wouldn’t want to see how this train wreck was assembled? 🚂💥
PlayStation The Concert, or as I like to call it, “The Reason My Ears Bleed,” is a live music event that dares to exhume the most iconic PlayStation gaming soundtracks and subject them to a live performance. Yes, you can now experience the joy of hearing midi files blasted through an orchestra in person, rather than behind the safety of your screen. The world premiere, which apparently didn’t cause the immediate collapse of civilization, occurred in Dublin, Ireland. Now, Sony Interactive Entertainment, in their infinite wisdom, has confirmed U.S. tour dates for Fall 2025. Prepare yourselves, America! This sonic apocalypse combines music and visuals from nine PlayStation video game titles into a musical gaming night you’ll desperately try to forget. 😵💫
PlayStation The Concert drags fans kicking and screaming into the worlds of games celebrated for their “breathtaking and immersive soundtracks.” I use those words loosely, of course. The Concert features such auditory gems as: God of War (because nothing says epic like a live rendition of Kratos’ grunts), The Last of Us (prepare for a symphony of fungal clicks), Ghost of Tsushima (samurai flute solos, anyone?), Horizon (robot dinosaur noises in concert form!), Astro Bot (be prepared for cute overload), Journey (because who doesn’t love ambient noise?), Helldivers 2 (a cacophony of explosions), Bloodborne (nightmares set to music), and Uncharted (the theme song on repeat). The entire list of U.S. tour dates, brought to you by the sadists at SIE, can be seen below. 😈
As if announcing this auditory abomination wasn’t enough, Sony has also released a behind-the-scenes “making of” video. This cinematic masterpiece allegedly features the entire ensemble, showcasing how the concert came together. It also highlights what the event means to both the audience (who are clearly being held hostage) and the creators (who are probably laughing all the way to the bank). You can watch the video below, if you dare. 🤡
How to Subject Yourself to PlayStation The Concert
For those of you who are either incredibly brave, incredibly bored, or perhaps just have a vendetta against your own eardrums, attending this concert is surprisingly easy. Simply navigate to the official ticketing website and prepare to part with your hard-earned cash. While there are no specific rules for attendance (aside from the usual venue restrictions, like “no throwing rotten tomatoes at the orchestra”), you will be subjected to Ticketmaster’s guidelines, purchasing agreements, and Terms of Use, which probably include a clause stating that Sony is not responsible for any permanent hearing damage. 🤕
According to the listing for the Oct. 11 concert at Madison Square Garden, there are still plenty of seats available, which should tell you everything you need to know. However, if you’re truly determined to witness this spectacle, act quickly, as pre-sale tickets are now live, and there’s a slight chance they might actually sell out. More information is available on the official concert website, where you can also find a list of therapists specializing in post-traumatic sonic disorder. 😜
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