Knowledge is Power: Decades
PlayStation 4

Knowledge is Power: Decades

Digital ReleasePlayStation 4 + Companion App
November 13, 2018 (NA/NTSC)

PlayStation 4 + Companion App
November 14, 2018 (EU/PAL)
DelistingNo later than November 01, 2023 – PlayStation 4
DeveloperWish Studios
PublisherSony
Available OnRetail
PlayStation 4 – EU/PAL only (Amazon, eBay)
LinksPSN Store Page (NA) [Archive]
Android App Store Page
IOS App Store Page

Delisting

There has been no official announcement of Knowledge is Power: Decades being delisted, but users first noticed and reported on this title (plus other Sony published PlayLink games) going missing at the beginning of November 2023, the earliest posts being the 1st of November and the 3rd of November.

This is following after the game’s developer Wish Studios being shutdown on the 28th of February 2019, and lack of further support for all PlayLink games by the platform holder/publisher (Sony Interactive Entertainment.) The reasons for the shutdown of the studio are cited as a lack of further funding for PlayLink projects, and no interest from other publishers for different pitches/projects.

The company reports it had been “seeking a publishing deal for one of its two new projects, alongside a search for other funding opportunities”, but was unsuccessful in securing a deal.

MCV News Post – February 28, 2019

Despite the digital removal of this title, the companion mobile app that is required for all gameplay is still currently available on both the Google Play and iOS App stores, although with some caveats.

But it remains in question as to how long the mobile app will be officially supported, due to the nature of how backwards compatibility of apps works across Android & iOS, a device that only runs an Operating System version between the app required minimum and no higher than the OS version available as of the game’s last update would be guaranteed to work with an install (official or otherwise acquired APK.)



About the Game

Statistics:

  • Genre – Quiz, Party, Family.
  • Gameplay Format – General knowledge trivia, Competitive play, Local multiplayer only (2-6 players).
  • Game Modes – Player chosen question categories – Decade focused.
  • Game Mechanics – ‘Easy to use’ controls (All quiz controls using touchscreen) – “It’s simple – if your Grandma can use Facebook, she can do this.”, Catch up items (sabotaging other players and bolstering self position), Social media posting (post game activities/victory to social media), Photo taking/editing.
  • Hardware Compatibility – Playlink App required (Minimum IOS 9 or Android 5.0 OS version), Backwards Compatibility – No enhancements (PS5) [Playlink app also has reported connection problems over Wi-fi on PS5].
  • Languages Supported: Text – [Stated on PSN Store] Dutch, English, French (France), German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish.
    [Stated on Mobile app pages] English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Russian, Greek, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese & Arabic.
    Voice – [PSN] Exact same as text supported languages.
  • Install Size – 6GB Minimum (Stated on Physical Disc Case), 100MB (Android App), 235.7MB (IOS App).
  • Launch Price – $19.99, £15.99 (Physical and digital).
  • Age rating – ESRB Teen (Drug Reference, Fantasy Violence, Language, Suggestive Theme)
    PEGI 3
    Android Store – PEGI 12 (Sexual innuendo, Mild swearing)
    IOS Store – 12+ (Infrequent/Mild Mature/Suggestive Themes Infrequent/Mild Profanity or Crude Humor Infrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or References Infrequent/Mild Horror/Fear Themes)
  • Subscription service availability – None.
  • System Stats (Taken from install on PS5) – Parental Controls Level 3: Age 7 or Older (Approximation), Size 4.61GB, Latest Version 1.01.

PlayStation 4

PSN Store description:
“HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE.

Who will be first to scale the Pyramid of Knowledge? Put your pop culture knowledge to the test in this high-energy quiz game show featuring thousands of entertainment-themed questions spanning the last four decades.
In this new title for the PlayLink range of games for PS4™ , go head-to-head with up to five of your family and friends using your smartphone or tablet as your controller.

  • Get the edge on your opponents by using a mix of new and familiar Power Plays.
  • Enjoy great gameplay variety with six touch screen Challenges.
  • Choose from eight fresh new characters complete with fun selfie filters.
  • Play the way you want with new game modes and options.
  • Take the fun on the go with a rapid-fire quiz that can be shared from the free app.”

Companion App

Description from both mobile stores:

“Challenge your friends and family in the high-energy quiz Knowledge is Power: Decades on the PlayStation®4 system with the game’s companion App.

Test your trivia knowledge with thousands of pop culture questions spanning the ’80s, ’90s, ’00s and ’10s.

Use your smartphone as a controller to play with up to five other players – be the fastest finger first to answer, get the edge on your opponents by using a mix of tricks and take part in touch screen Challenges. Who will be first to scale the Pyramid of Knowledge?

Make sure your PS4™ system is connected to the same Wi-fi network as your device and then you’re ready to go. Simply follow the in-app instructions to connect.

Use this app to:

  • Pick your character and snap a selfie using a variety of fun filters
  • Answer quiz questions without other players seeing your choices
  • Choose from a selection of Power Plays to slow down your rivals
  • Tap, swipe, drag and more in six touch screen Challenges
  • Play ‘Quiz Blast’ and challenge your friends to beat your time via the app when you’re on the move away from your PS4™ system”

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