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News Star Trek D-A-C Hitting The Playstation Network "This Summer"
An updated version of the XBOX 360's Star Trek D-A-C is to hit the Playstation Network "later this summer"
As a reward for the wait for the PSN version you'll receive new ship classes, variable AI and other "updated gameplay features". The XBOX 360 version of the game received less than stellar reviews, so hopefully the PSN version will be...
News Fat Princess Receives Simultaneous Worldwide Release This Thursday, July 30th
Sometimes when games get delayed a lot, it's best not to make an announcement about their release until literally days before they actually come out
In retail's case, that theory doesn't work so well - hype has to be built, etc. But when it's a digital download, it works fine. Such is the shock and excitement we were struck with when we got word...
News Comic-Con 2009: Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Multiplayer DLC In The Pipeline
Uncharted 2: Among Theives' creative director Amy Hennig has revealed that Naughty Dog's latest will get post release support in the form of multiplayer DLC
"One of the great things about the multiplayer and the co-op is that it gives us great opportunities to expand the experience for players with downloadable content, unlockables, things like...
News Europe To Get Playstation Network Cards In Time For The Launch Of PSP Go
Europe is pretty much the last region on the radar to get pre-paid Playstation Network cards
Asian markets have had them for ages. The USA and Canada have gotten them more recently. But nothing in Europe. But it looks like they're on their way according to a retailer listing. The cards are available in 20 and 50 Euro variants and are listed with a...
News Bionic Commando: Rearmed's Trophy Patch Is Now Live In The States
We've all been waiting for it (over a year in fact)
But today, those of you in the US finally have trophies in your Bionic Commando: Rearmed. Rejoice. The new patch also makes the game a little easier adding infinite lives to the standard difficulty. No word on the European patch yet but as far as we can tell it's not out here yet.
News The Official Shatter Soundtrack Is Available For Download/Streaming Now
As you'll read in our review later today, one of the best things about Sidhe Playstation 3 exclusive, Shatter, is its soundtrack
A culmination of electro synths, rock guitar and techno arpeggiators, the entire game's mix is a never-ending spouse of frenetic beats complimented by subtle pads and scorching leads. Basically, it's brilliant. You can...
News New Sony VAIO Laptops To Integrate The Playstation Network
Remember when Howard Stringer said Sony were planning to roll out the Playstation Network into a number of their devices? Guy wasn't lying
Sony's new VAIO W laptop will feature 100% support for the Playstation Network. Despite hinting that "games are a possibility", Sony will use the Playstation Network integration to roll out their TV and...
News TGS 09: Kaz Hirai Will Provide The Memorable Quotes For Sony's Tokyo Game Show Keynote
The Tokyo Game Show kicks off from September 24th to the 27th
Of course Sony are going to be there. And we'll be covering their every move. Most of which will probably come from company head Kaz Hirai. Interestingly the keynote has already been entitled "New Tactics For 2009"; if Sony's new pricing plans don't come into fruition at next months...
News Comic-Con 2009: Fate/Unlimited Codes Will Hit The PSP This September
Capcom's download only beat 'em up, Fate/Unlimited Codes, will hit the Playstation Store this September
The game is based on a Japanese visual novel and has been developed by the team behind the Wii's Tatsunoku Vs. Capcom.
News Take A Look At PixelJunk Shooter In Action At Comic-Con 2009
Here's a bit of hot footage straight from the show floow of Comic-Con 2009 -- it's PixelJunk Shooter
The minimalist PSN franchise is back, and by all accounts of this showfloor footage, appears to be as addictive as ever.
News Battlefield 1943 Breaks Digital Download Records, More Than 600,000 Copies Sold
Electronic Arts have announced that their download-only competitive multiplayer game Battlefield 1943 has broken a host of digital download records
Combining the release of the Playstation 3 and XBOX 360 version the game has sold over 600,000 copies, breaking download sales on both platforms."We are honoured by the reception that the game has...
News Guerrilla Will Take A "Step Back" From Killzone 2, Taking Time To "Reflect"
Speaking on the European Playstation blog, Guerrilla Games producer Seb Downie has commented on the companies current status with Killzone 2, and that they're looking to take a break from the game for a short period
"Right now were going to take a step back from Killzone 2," said Downie. "Weve been working non-stop since the disc...
News Go Historic With The New LittleBigPlanet History Pack
Aww Sackboy could you look any cuter? We were convinced you couldn't but you just keep proving us wrong gosh dang it
Particularly in your new historical pack dressed as Ghengis Khan, Boudica, the Countess of Lovelace and Mozart. As revealed on the Japanese website, the costumes will cost 100 Yen each, and will retail alongside a History sticker pack...
News Hit Up A Katamari Forever Demo From The Japanese PSN Tomorrow
Katamari Forever launches in Japan tomorrow
And according to andriasang.com that's not the only thing. A demo for the anticipated game will hit the Japanese PSN store to commemorate the release (and hopefully push a few more sales). Remember, those of you who have, erm, "acquired" a Japanese PSN account can download the demo and get an...
News Killzone 2 DLC Bundle On The Way [Updated]
If you're new to the world of Killzone 2, or have yet to stump up the cash for all the DLC that Guerrilla have been releasing, you should know that a bundle pack is on the way
Alongside the release of the Napalm & Cordite pack tomorrow, a new bundle priced at $11.99 (no European details yet) will provide you with all three of the currently...
News Castle Crashers Is Heading To The Playstation 3, Will Be Playable At Comic-Con
Castle Crashers was a big XBOX Live Arcade hit last year
Now it's coming to the Playstation 3. The Behemoth's four-player hack and slash will be playable on the Comic-Con 2009 show floor according to GameSpot. The XBOX Live Arcade version has already had over 1,000,000 players. No details have been given but expect to receive some goodies in return...
News Shatter Developers Sidhe Praise Sony's PhyreEngine
The PhyreEngine may be free to use but it's pretty powerful
Afterall, flower is a testament to that truth. It's a truth that Shatter developers, Sidhe, agree with. After all, Sidhe managing director Mario Wynands described the engine as "great solution for download products where budgets are lower and every dollar counts". So if you've got...
First Impressions Shatter on Playstation 3 Build-Up
Launching this Thursday is one of the most anticipated retro-inspired romps to hit the Playstation Network this year
Fresh from receiving a slew of award nominees at this year's E3, New Zealand's Sidhe have constructed an innovative take on the classic Arkanoid-esque gameplay with their critically anticipated Shatter. We take a look at what you can...
News Grab The Wipeout HD 2.00 Patch Now Ahead Of Thursday's DLC
The new Wipeout HD 2
00 patch is now available. Aside from obviously getting things ready for the Fury DLC later this week, the patch tweaks a few things to improve the experience: Brand new Statistics section Reworked ship and track select screens New community functionality has been added to make it easier to play with friends online Several...
News Bionic Commando Rearmed To Receive Trophies Within The Next Few Days
Not long ago Capcom pledged to patch trophies into the popular NES remake, Bionic Commando Rearmed
And those trophies appear to be on their way very soon. An official Twitter account has confirmed that the patch has been approved for the US, and will be approved in Europe within the next few days. That means you'll have trophies in your Bionic...
News Would You Sue Sony If You Were Banned From The Playstation Network?
Would you sue Sony if you were banned from the Playstation Network? It's a question that we've mulled over for a considerable length of time while planning this piece
On many counts we think no - because at the end of the day we'd probably have to have been a jerk in order to get banned in the first place right? Still, that's what Erik Estavallo is...
News Trophies Heading To The PSN's Edition Of Lemmings
One of the very first PSN games, Lemmings, is about to get a second lifeline according to information discovered by TheSixthAxis
According to the report, Cohort Studios have been contracted by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe to add E-Commerce and trophies to the classic game. We can only assume E-Commerce means DLC. Details are scarce but...
News Battlefield 1943 Weapons To Return In Bad Company 2
Who loves Battlefield 1943? We do
The weapons feel great don't they? Presumably you'll want to use those weapons in the upcoming Battlefield: Bad Company 2. No problemo, a Tweet from the official Battlefield Twitter suggests that the sniper, rifle and machine gun will all make a return in Bad Company 2. It's possible the weapons may be a bonus for...
News New Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Trailer Rock, Watch Iron Man Take On Mega Man
This trailer rocks
Not only does it have some dodgy kind of storyline that brings comic books to life but it also depicts a battle for supremacy between Iron Man and Mega Man. Iron Man, Mega Man, same game! Marvel vs. Capcom 2 is such a good game. We can't wait for August.
News U2 Music Video To Premiere Exclusively On VidZone In The UK
Who is a U2 fan? No, us neither
But we know some people must be - apparently. And thus that's why it's big news that from 9AM in the UK today you can watch the new U2 music video exclusively on the Playstation 3's VidZone service. The song is entitled "I'll Go Crazy If I Don't Go Crazy Tonight" which we must admit is probably the worst U2...
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News New Killzone 2 Expansion Available This July 23rd
This Thursday is shaping up to be a crazy day on the PSN
We already know Shatter and Wipeout HD's Fury expansion are on the way — but how about some more Killzone 2 aswell? Given the barren spell we're enduring with retail releases just now, we'll take everything we can get! New Killzone 2 maps "Suljeva Cliffside" and "Arctower...
News Kojima Productions Are Attempting "PS3 Quality" With Peace Walker
Hideo Kojima is treating the PSP's Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker as Metal Gear Solid 5
Despite the drop in hardware possibilities Kojima reckons the team working on it are "aiming for PS3 quality because they were creating MGS4 on the PS3 not too long ago". Kojima did not comment on how Peace Walker's multiplayer would work but he has...
News Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 Heading To The Playstation Store August 13th, Two Weeks Later Than XBOX
Capcom have confirmed that Marvel vs
Capcom 2</a> will hit the Playstation Store this August 13th, two weeks later than the XBOX 360 version. The game will cost $15 in the US. Let's hope that the game lands simultaneously in Europe, we hate to wait months for Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix.
News Wipeout HD "Fury" DLC Pack To Release July 23rd
Wipeout HD programmer Zico Liu (remember him from that terrible, terrible, terrible trophy) has confirmed that the new Wipeout HD Fury pack will release July 23rd
The pack includes new tracks, vehicles and game types. Naturally we seriously can't wait. We're massive fans of Wipeout HD. The pack will cost £7.99 ($9.99). We'll have a review soon.
News Sony Promote "Arcade Style" Trash Panic In Japan
Remember when you used to have to drop a credit into an arcade machine every time you died? It's a theory Sony are trying to promote with Trash Panic
A new version of the game released in Japan charges the player 100 yen for three plays. Once the three plays have been inevitably used up, the game will ask for another 100 yen for a further triplet of...
News thatgamecompany's Third Playstation Release Is Unlike Anything You've Experienced Before
We've written this once but we'll happily write it again: flower is still our personal game of the year
thatgamecompany's master-piece instilled feelings in us that we've never felt before whilst playing a video game. It was a momentous piece of game design. Speaking at the Develop conference in the UK, thatgamecompany's Jenova Chen described the...
News Japanese Playstation Store Embrace PC Engine Releases
Not being content with having an enormous selection of old Playstation games on the Japanese store, SCEJ have committed Playstation Network support for PC Engine games too
Four PC Engine games have been confirmed for the Japanese PSN: Bomberman '94, New Adventure Island, Sengoku Mahjong and Devil's Crush. They retail at around 600 yen which is a...
News Sony Making The PSP Go More Attractive To Smaller Development Teams
Sony want to steal some of the iPhone's thunder with the PSP Go
How will they do that? Well by essentially copying Apple's philosophy of cheap content which can be built by small teams. It's attractive to developers and gamers. But how are Sony going to pull such a feat off? Speaking with Develop, Sony Europe's head of developer relations - Zeno...
News Blue Toad Murder Files Heading To The Playstation Network
The team behind the Buzz
games, Relentless Software are to release a non-trivia related title on the PSN soon. The episodic adventure entitled Blue Toad Murder Files is set to be announced in September and will naturally see the player solving a murder mystery. We can't wait to find out more.
News Shatter Features Mind Blowing Graphics & An Amazing Soundtrack
This isn't the first time we've posted about Shatter and it certainly won't be the last
Look at the graphics. Listen to the music. It's Breakout gone mental while coming up on a high after taking LSD listening to Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band on repeat. We can't wait for this game.
News Check Out Some Footage Of Gran Turismo & LittleBigPlanet Running On The PSP Go
Above is a video of the PSP Go running Gran Turismo PSP courtesy of our friends over at Fase Extra
Is there anything more beautiful? We're not quite sure. The PSP Go has really grown on us as a piece of hardware over the past few weeks. We can't wait to get our hands on the system this October. After the jump is some more Go footage, this time...
News Mirror's Edge DLC Now Free On The European PSN
Isn't life funny? You may have noticed we've been away this past week
And as such we've been out of contact with our Playstation. One thing we were thinking about buying when we got back though was the Mirror's Edge DLC which released a few months ago. Well Europeans, if like us you've been dreaming of more Mirror's Edge while on holiday, perhaps...
News Fallout 3 DLC Will Be Heading To The Playstation 3 "By The End Of September"
We sat quietly through the whole of June waiting for Fallout 3's DLC
It never came. So we sat waiting longer. We're now midway through July and despite promises that the DLC is nearly finished, Bethesda have confirmed it'll arrive "by the end of September". The reason for the delay is because Bethesda want to change the order the packs are...
News The Battlefield 1943 "Coral Sea" Challenge Is Up & Running, Playstation 3 Behind
Come on Playstation 3 people
Even with the worst Battlefield 1943 server problems happening on the XBOX side (although PSN isn't exactly flaw-free — we can testify) they still lead the scoreboards by about 2:1. The scoreboards are tracking all the kills on the Playstation 3 and XBOX 360 versions so that when each side hits 43 million a new...
News Killzone 2: Napalm & Cordite DLC Announced
We told you there was more Killzone 2 content coming didn't we? Seems we were right
As part of Patch 1.28 you'll get two new maps, "Suljeva Cliffside" and "Arctower Landing", aswell as multiplayer support for the flamethrower and bolt gun. Additionally there will be those new trophies we told you about earlier.
News Sackboy Dons His Proton Pack In Some Excellent Looking Ghostbusters LittleBigPlanet DLC
Sackboy Venkman? Check
Sackboy Slimer? Check. Sackboy Stay Puft Marshmallow Man? Check. Here's your first look at the official Ghostbusters DLC for LittleBigPlanet via NeoGaf. The costumes look great. Expect a Western announcement soon.
News Looks Like There Are New Killzone 2 Maps/ Weapons On The Way
Looks like the Flamethrower and Bolt Gun are heading to Killzone 2's multiplayer alongside two completely new maps: "Suljeva Cliffside" and "Arctower Landing"
The new goodies have been revealed via an updated trophy listing so we can only imagine an announcement isn't too far away.
News Shatter Coming To The Playstation Network On July 23rd, Looks Amazing
Hey y'all
This is Shatter. It's coming to the Playstation Network for $7.99 on July 23rd. It's like a mental messed up version of Breakout that's been crossed with Geometry Wars and Space Invaders Extreme. Naturally we're absolutely chomping at the bit to get some time with this game.
News Bargain Of The Week: Archer Maclean's Mercury On The Playstation Store For Under ?5
Selling at around a Tenner on eBay, Archer Maclean's Mercury was one of the flagship titles of the early Playstation Portable
Called Hydrium in Japan, and with loose inspiration from the classic Marble Madness, Archer Maclean's Mercury is a simple puzzle game regarding the control of a small blob (called, erm, Mercury) through a series of puzzles...
News Battlefield 1943 Servers Being Added & Maintained 24/7
Battlefield 1943 is the perfect example of being a victim of its own success
The XBOX Live launch yesterday was compounded with bricked servers and connection problems. Rumours are that since its XBOX launch yesterday morning the game has sold a whopping 70,000 copies, which is pretty impressive for a download release. We've just bought our PSN copy...
News Wipeout HD's Fury Pack Is Entering Its Final Testing Sessions
According to a post on the Playstation Europe blog, Wipeout HD's upcoming Fury DLC is in its final stages of testing
That means the new pack is not far away from release. Which is awesome if you, like us, have been waiting for a reason to jump back into the excellent Wipeout HD.
News Team 17's Alien Breed Remake Screenshots Materialise
Team 17's Amiga classic Alien Breed is set to see a release on the Playstation 3 in the form of the remade Alien Breed Evolution
Generic titles aside the game looks flipping awesome. Here's what Team 17 had to say:"Team17 are absolutely delighted to formally confirm the return of one of its most cherished properties in Alien Breed Evolution...
News Tales Of Vesperia Demo Landing This Month In Japan
Those of you hotly anticipating the once-XBOX 360 exclusive Tales Of Vesperia will be pleased to hear that a demo is hitting the Japanese Playstation Store this July 13th
There's no word on what the demo will offer. The game is scheduled to release this Fall.
News New LittleBigPlanet Levels Are A High Priority
The sensational Metal Gear Solid 4 pack for LittleBigPlanet seems like it was released a long time ago now
The DLC which provided new levels based on Kojima's masterpiece was a stroke of genius in itself. Since its release last year though, we've sat and waited patiently for more Media Molecule designed levels. Which haven't come. Thankfully Media...
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