Archive for December, 2009

PlayStation Store Global Update 12/03/09
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Want to see which region got what content? Look no further, as PlayStation LifeStyle has done the searching for you and compiled a list of what’s new in this week’s PlayStation Store Update, for all regions across the globe. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : [...]

Bayonetta Getting Last Minute Polish
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

The problems associated with the PlayStation 3 version of Bayonetta are well and widely known. Compared to the Xbox 360 version, the PS3 version had noticeably longer loading times and slow frame rates. Seeing how the game has released only in Japan, the problem is relatively small. Well, if you are still planning, or are [...]

PSP Minis Review – Blast Off!
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

One of the latest PSP Minis by Halfbrick Studios, Blast Off! puts players behind the helm of their own spaceship as they fly around the galaxy attempting to save lost astronauts while staying alive. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = [...]

Gran Turismo 5 Demo Racing to PS Store Soon
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

One of the most anticipated games of all time for the PlayStation 3 is the one and only Gran Turismo 5. It seems that the millions of fans wanting to try out the ultimate driving simulator may not have to wait much longer.

PlayStation Review Round Up – November 09
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

November was a huge month in terms of big name game releases. From Modern Warfare 2 to Assassins Creed 2 we have been busy reviewing blockbuster titles.

ModNation Racers May Go Pocket Size
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Many big Sony titles, including Jak & Daxter, God of War, and Ratchet & Clank, have received treatment to the tiny Sony PSP. While the titles have been downsized to fit the needs of the pocket-sized portable, they still bring the quality. And it seems a new, familiar racing title may get this desired “treatment”.

PSP Minis Review – Echoes
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

PSP Minis are starting to grow and become more evident on the PSN, and one of those Minis is Echoes.  Echoes is developed by Halfbrick Studios and follows the story of Charlie as she makes her way through her dreams.  Does the game provide you with enough echoes or are we left hearing nothing but silence?

Harmonix Pulls Plug On PSP Rock Band DLC
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Rock Band: Unplugged for the PlayStation Portable was no-doubt a successful title. From over a hundred tracks (downloadable and preloaded) to the fact that it was a bundled title with the portable platform, the portable version of Rock Band has been and will probably still be traveling along a successful ride. Unfortunately, like most great [...]

Edge of Twilight May Have Run Out of Steam
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Steampunk fans may be disappointed with this next bit of news. Rumors are going around stating that the planned RPG Edge of Twilight for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC has been canceled.

Backbreaker Fact Sheet
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

FACT SHEET Publisher: 505 Games Developer: NaturalMotion Platforms: Xbox 360 & PlayStation 3 ESRB Rating: T for Teen Release Date: Q2 2010 Genre: Sports ‐ Action

Europe on the ‘Go’ with New PSP Bundle
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

European video game releases can often bet a little less then prompt. However, when it comes to video game bundles, you thrive. Case in point, Europe has received an exciting new PSPgo bundle.

The Last Remnant PS3 Chances Looking Grim
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

For those who have been waiting ever so patiently for the PlayStation 3 release of Square Enix’s 2008 JRPG, The Last Remnant, well..you might just be waiting forever.

Machinima Inside Gaming Awards 2009—The PlayStation LifeStyle Verdict
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

Machinima.com’s video game awards, the Inside Gaming Awards, for 2009 have officially opened up for voting. To help commemorate the nominees of each category, the popular online gaming entertainment network hooked up with leading journalists and industry insiders for their takes on the ballots. So for the Gaming LifeStyle take, Machinima.com held an interview with [...]

Final Fantasy XIII Boxart – Beautiful, yet Unsurprising
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

Final Fantasy XIII is getting incredibly close. Not only does the title have a Japanese release date of December 17th 2009, but a short three months later comes the NA and US release. And you know when a game is close, when the boxart for the title is unveiled.

Dante’s Inferno Demo in Time for the Holidays
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

Dante’s Inferno, a title which many are looking forward to before and after it’s impressive trailer. Developed by Visceral Games, the award-winning developers behind Dead Space. Dante’s Inferno is an ‘Epic descent through Dante Alighieri’s nine circles of hell – limbo, lust, gluttony, greed, anger, heresy, violence, fraud and treachery’. PlayStation gamers who are awaiting [...]