Archive for August, 2009

MAG Beta Invite Email Hits the Masses
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

Although MAG has been rumored to be delayed until 2010, it seems as though Sony is ready to start testing if PlayStation Network servers can handle the bullet-flying 256-players per match, all-out wars. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = document.createElement(‘script’); [...]

Need For Speed: Shift Goes Behind the Wheel
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

Need for Speed: Shift had an impressive showing at this year’s E3 conference, and EA and Slightly Mad Studios are ready to show the public just how authentic the game is. The high-octane duo have released a teaser video that showcases interviews from real race car drivers, footage that will most likely expand in future [...]

Sony’s GamesCom Conference Not a 3 Hour Affair
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

When SCEE originally confirmed their GamesCom press conference to last nearly 3 hours, the internet nearly exploded with excitement. With a conference that long, new announcements and revealings were certain to be aplenty… var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = document.createElement(‘script’); [...]

tri-Ace Ditching Square Enix for “More Open” Publisher
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

Famed Japanese developer tri-Ace has teamed with Square Enix for as long as anyone can remember, pumping out popular RPG titles such as Valkyrie Profile and Star Ocean with the help of the RPG powerhouse publisher. And that makes tri-Ace’s recent decision to start publishing through SEGA all the more shocking.

Netflix Just Not That Into PS3
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

Remember when we first told you about the prospect of Netflix streaming on your PS3, and even backed up our claim with a Netflix job opening? Yeah, well, you can forget about all that.

Sony Making Developers’ Dreams Come True
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

The PlayStation Network has definitely proved that content is indeed king. With SCEA’s latest incentive for PSN development, the Pub Fund, it would only be logical for SCEE to get in on the action by offering European developers enticing offers to develop for the PSN.

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Uncharted 2
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

The folks over at 1UP just received 10 interesting new facts about the upcoming blockbuster, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves. This wave of trivia is sure to add even more anticipation to the hype for what is sure to be one of the greatest titles of 2009. Naughty Dog’s Community Manager Arne Meyer submitted the following [...]

Rumored PS Store Content for 08/13/09
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

This week PS3 owners finally get their hands on this summer’s most anticipated fighter, Marvel Vs. Capcom 2.  Other than that, this week is really lacking in confirmed content.  However we got you covered with our rumored content. As for DLC we have the LittleBigPlanet History Pack, along with the usual Guitar Hero World Tour, [...]

Life With PlayStation Shows The World Its Heritage with Latest Update
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

Life With PlayStation just got a little bit more interesting, as it’s just received an update to the service. PlayStation LifeStyle has the full details as well as screenshots after the jump…

Uncharted 2 Steps It Up with Action-Packed Screenshots
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

Nathan Drake’s latest adventure, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, is certain to keep players on the edge of their seats when it releases this October exclusively on the PlayStation 3. Naughty Dog and Sony have released new screenshots of the title, emphasizing the game’s action-packed situations and jaw-dropping graphics.

Shocking! Red and Blue DualShocks Coming Earlier Than Expected
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

Despite supposedly being scheduled for release in October, the red and blue DualShock 3 Controllers look like they’re be releasing earlier than we originally anticipated.

Ozzy Osbourne Rocking this Year’s BlizzCon
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. today announced that the Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne, will headline the closing concert at this year’s BlizzCon®, which will take place August 21-22 at the Anaheim Convention Center. While tickets to the convention sold out in minutes, a live Pay Per View event will be available on DIRECTV and via Internet [...]

Konami Prepares to Haunt California This October
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

If you’ve ever wanted to experience the Silent Hill video game in real life, you’re in luck. Konami has decided to team up with Jeff Schiefelbein to create terrifying attractions based on both the FEAR and Silent Hill franchies.

GT PSP/PS3 Connectivity Points to GT5 Holiday Release
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

While a solid release date for Gran Turismo 5 remains shrouded in mystery, new details surrounding the game’s ability to connect with its PSP brethren suggest the two may have a play date scheduled for this holiday season.

Buy Two Get One Blu-Ray Sale; Over 340 Titles
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

As a PlayStation 3 owner, we get the luxury if we so choose, to watch crisp 1080p goodness courtesy of Blu-Ray disc. Unfortunately, prices still haven’t come down for Blu-Ray movies, so in order to expand your library, it’s best to wait for deals.  Right now, amazon has the deal you are looking for.