Archive for June, 2009

PlayStation Store Global Update 06/11/09
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Here is the update for the week of 06/11/09. Enjoy! var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = document.createElement(‘script’); script.type = ‘text/javascript’; script.src = ‘http://widget.crowdignite.com/widgets/1064?_ci_wid=_CI_widget_’+_CI.counter; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName(‘body’)[0].appendChild(script); })(); Tweet reddit_newwindow=’1′

PS3 Bundle Promises to Terminate The Competition
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

A new PS3 bundle is coming, according to Electronic Theatre. The new bundle will feature both the game Terminator: Salvation, and a Blu-Ray copy of Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = document.createElement(‘script’); script.type = [...]

PSP Patch Released Today
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Word has just gotten out that the PSP will be receiving a new update today. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = document.createElement(‘script’); script.type = ‘text/javascript’; script.src = ‘http://widget.crowdignite.com/widgets/1064?_ci_wid=_CI_widget_’+_CI.counter; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName(‘body’)[0].appendChild(script); })(); Tweet reddit_newwindow=’1′

Retailers Heart PSP Go, Says Sony
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

During this year’s E3, Eric Lempel, director of PSN operations, talked about how Sony is trying to jump start mainstream PSN adoption, through the PSP Go. “The PSP Go really speaks to PlayStation Network; the Go and the delivery mechanism to the device is completely powered by PSN. So we’re saying to that consumer, ‘This [...]

PSP Candy Review – Cherry & Blue Raspberry
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

The PSP Sours have been highly anticipated ever since their unveiling back in March, with many sites allowing pre-orders for the coveted candies. But online retailers aren’t the only answer, nor the cheapest one.

Amazon Rewards PS3 with Massive Price Drop
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Great news, non-PS3 owners. Amazon’s got an amazing deal that you simply cannot pass up.

Zero Punctuation Likes inFamous
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

The infamous “Yahtzee” from The Escapist is generally very brutal in his video game reviews.  He literally likes only a handful of games.  He chimes in on his feelings about inFamous and it’s not all that bad.  Sure he does have plenty of digs, but he praises the overall game, but calls out the karma [...]

PS3 Motion Controls May Swing Back To Prior Games
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

The introduction of motion control technology, especially at this year’s E3, has no doubt raised intrigue among hardcore and casual gamers alike due to technical demos showcasing new innovations that have raised eyebrows even amongst veteran gamers. In an interview with Jack Tretton, president and CEO of SCEA, he hinted at something that will probably [...]

EA Reveals Cover Athlete for NBA Live 10
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Releasing through the Orlando Sentinel, EA Sports officially announced the cover athlete for NBA Live 10.

Kojima’s Presentation of Metal Gear Solid: Rising
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

The PSLS staff was fortunate enough to attend the Konami Press Conference during E3 2009, and one of the games revealed during Hideo Kojima’s presentation was Metal Gear Solid: Rising. Kojima was more than happy to explain how this title came about, and just how involved he is with the game’s production.

Natal Likes Devo & Lacks PS3Mote Accuracy
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

With all the hubbub about Natal there hasn’t been much mention of the lack of real time demos.  Furthermore much of the demonstrations we have seen have not really proven the controllers alleged abilities.  Tonight on the Late Show with Jimmy Fallon, Natal was demonstrated before a live studio audience.  Oddly enough Jimmy and the [...]

Prototype Gets Annoying Installation Bug
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Now that [PROTOTYPE] is available in stores now, PlayStation 3 owners have dived into the destructive mind of Alex Mercer, created by the developers who made The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction. But unfortunately, it seems that most PS3 owners can’t dive into that mind quite yet.

Gran Turismo 5, King of all Driving Sims
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

The votes are in!  The good news is Gran Turismo still holds the crown for best driving simulator on the market.  Recently media conglomerate CNET did a readers poll which pitted the driving jauggarnaut, GT5 vs. the “Johnny come lately” Forza Motorsport 3.

Next Need for Speed Gets the Burnout Touch
Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Word has gotten out that the next Need for Speed game will developed by Burnout: Paradise developer, Criterion Games.

PlayStation LifeStyle Adventure Pack Giveaway (plus an Uncharted 2 beta code!)
Wednesday, June 10th, 2009

In celebration of the Uncharted 2: Among Thieves multiplayer beta launch, the wise-cracking hero himself, Nathan Drake, has decided to give his first adventure away, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune. Also adding to the celebration is Lara Croft, who threw in her latest title, Tomb Raider: Underworld.