Sky launches on PlayStation®3 with Fortitude, True Detective and Guardians of the Galaxy
PlayStation®3 owners who are also Sky TV customers taking Sky Go Extra or Sky Multiscreen will be able to watch Sky’s live and on demand content from a wide range of entertainment channels and Sky Box Sets, including shows such as the critically acclaimed Fortitude, Girls, Modern Family and True Detective. The TV service is now available on over 70 devices, offering more ways to watch the latest shows, sports and movies from Sky.
On top of the entertainment channels, Sky Go Extra customers can choose from over 1,000 movies including the latest action packed blockbusters on Sky Movies. Titles currently available, or coming soon include The Amazing Spiderman 2, 300: Rise of an Empire, Bad Neighbours and Guardians of the Galaxy. Sports fans watch live Barclays Premier League, Formula 1, Super Bowl XLIX and ICC Cricket World Cup with Sky Sports.
Luke Bradley-Jones, Sky’s Brand Director of TV Products, commented: “It’s great news that millions of PlayStation®3 owners can now also watch the latest Sky TV content straight from their consoles. From our new drama Fortitude to Super Bowl XLIX and Disney’s Sofia the First – there’s something for everyone to enjoy on Sky this Spring.”
Fergal Gara, Vice President and Managing Director for Sony Computer Entertainment UK said: ‘’Following the success of Sky on PlayStation®4, Sky joining PlayStation®3 further enhances our credentials as the ultimate gaming and entertainment package.’’
Sky TV customers with Sky Go Extra or Multiscreen can now use their PlayStation®3 as one of their registered devices, adding to the broad range of internet-connected devices that Sky Go is already available on. Sky Go Extra is available to Sky customers for £5 per month, or at no extra cost to customers with Sky Multiscreen. Sky Go customers can visit Sky.com/Playstation to find out more.
For further information please contact:
Amy Holland
amy.holland@bskyb.com
Selected channels and on demand content available at no extra cost depending on Sky TV subscription. Customers need Sky Movies 1&2 or Sky Sports 1&2 Packs for on demand Sky Movies or Sky Sports. Customers need the Family Bundle or another Sky HD subscription for Sky Box Sets.
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Sky has annual revenues of over £11 billion and is Europe’s leading investor in television content with a combined programming budget of over £4.6 billion. The company employs 31,000 people and is listed on the London Stock Exchange (SKY).