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The latest Playstation Store Update was posted yesterday.  Again no love for the PSP.  I guess they will be leaving the PSP users hanging until the PS Vita is released…

PlayStation Plus

Downloadable Games

Far Cry 2 ($29.99)
A true open-world shooter where every decision you make affects the outcome of the game. You are a gun for hire, trapped in a war-torn African state, stricken with malaria and forced to make deals with corrupt warlords on both sides of the conflict in order to hunt down your mark – The Jackal. This evil arms dealer has been perpetuating this conflict for years, wreaking havoc on the land and all of its innocent people.
ESRB Rated M
File size 3.85 GB

Game Demos (free)

Madden NFL 12 Demo 
Madden NFL 12 continues the rich tradition of the stored franchise, bringing fans closer to the NFL than ever before. Featuring all 32 teams, stadiums, and all your favorite players in the league, Madden NFL 12 is True to the Game. Ride the highs and battle the lows with all-new Dynamic Player Performance. Experience authentic team run-ours and real-life broadcast camera. Play with NFL legends in the game as you build your Madden Ultimate Team.
ESRB Rated E
File size 1.45 GB

Driver: San Francisco Single Demo
With crime lord Charles Jericho now on the loose, San Francisco faces a terrible threat. Only one man can stand against him. His name is John Tanner. He is the DRIVER. Experience the game now in the fast-paced demo that races through the streets of San Francisco!
ESRB Rated T
File size 1.31 GB

Add-on Game Content

ModNation Racers Haunted Parts Pack ($4.99)
Driving skills are the main way to scare off the competition in ModNation Racers, but now you can add some extra creepy visuals to your track creations with the Haunted Props Pack Download the Haunted Parts Pack today!
File size 100 KB

LittleBigPlanet 2 Perseids costume (Free)
(Available for a limited time) The best thing about Sackboy is that you can make him look and act exactly as you want. Download this additional costume and really stand out from the crowd!
File size 110 KB

TestYourself: Attention ($1.99)
Sometimes small details make a big difference. Have you ever got the time wrong and missed your date? Or crossed the street on a red light? Failing to pay attention can have disastrous consequences! Now there’s a fun and easy way to test how well you pay attention – with a new add-on to the psychology-oriented videogame TestYourself. Take a close look at yourself – play TestYourself!
File size 100 KB

Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon – Death From Above! Jet Armor Weapon Pack ($2.99)
Airstrikes from Earth Defense Force’s most nimble warriors just got deadlier. Death From Above! The EDF Jet Armor Weapons Pack includes 15 of the EDF’s most powerful weapons in one exclusive supply drop! Enjoy 8 exclusive additions to the Jet Armor’s arsenal, including the Hasslex Hamadryad Grenade Launcher. Trooper and Tactical Armors also receive upgrades like the El Gigante Rocket Launcher. Blow those bugs and their alien technology sky high!
File size 111 KB

Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon – Pounds Of Pain! Battle Armor Weapon Pack ($2.99)
Kick that arsenal into high gear with 15 exclusive weapons for EDF’s strength junkies! Pounds of Pain! The EDF Battle Armor Weapons Pack puts brutality on display with 8 new weapons for EDF’s Battle Armor, including the C9 Turnburl x Shotgun. Trooper and Tactical Armors also get exclusive upgrades like the RLF-17 Floorboard Rocket Launcher and the VanSnaster SpreadBurst Assault Rifle. Feel the power of exclusive Earth Defense Force weaponry!
File size 111 KB

Dynasty Warriors Gundam 3: Mobile Suit Pack 2 ($5.99)
Unlocks Kshatrya and its pilot Marida Cruz as a playable character. An additional mission “Day of the Unicorn (Sleeves)” is also included in the pack.
File size 6.46 MB

Mortal Kombat – Freddy Kreuger ($4.99)
Download and play as Freddy Krueger. When Shao Kahn began to steal Earthrealm’s souls Freddy battled the emperor in the Dream Realm. Shao Kahn pulled Freddy into the real world and defeated him. A badly injured yet determined Freddy fitted both his hands with demonically enhanced razor gloves. Once he has killed Shao Kahn he will return to the Dream Realm to torment Earthrealm’s souls for eternity.
File size 100 KB

Mortal Kombat – DLC Warrior Bundle ($14.99)
This DLC bundle contains four downloadable warriors Skarlet, Kenshi, Rain and Freddy Krueger. Buy this bundle and get all four warriors for the price of three. This bundle does not include any other Mortal Kombat Downloadable content. If you have already purchased the Mortal Kombat downloadable warriors individually do not purchase this bundle as you will be charged twice for the same content. Visit www.themortalkombat.com for details.
File size 313 KB

Worms 2: Armageddon Forts Pack ($4.99)
The Worms2: Armageddon “Forts Pack” features 20 addictive and challenging single-player levels, based upon a variety of fort-based mission objectives. The “Forts Pack” also includes 10 brand new forts for multi-player battles, 3 new hates, 3 new speech banks, 3 new gravestones, a new “Fort” landscape theme and 12 new Trophies.
File size 199 KB

Worms 2: Armageddon Puzzle Pack ($4.99)
The Worms2: Armageddon “Puzzle Pack” features 20 mind-boggling single-player puzzle missions, designed to test even the most cunning Worms™ players. The “Puzzle Pack” also includes 3 new hats, 3 new speech banks, 3 new gravestones, a new “puzzle” landscape theme and 12 new Trophies.
File size 199 KB

Rock Band 3 
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

• “Animal (Live)” – Def Leppard ($1.99)
• “Bringin’ On The Heartbreak” – Def Leppard ($1.99)
• “Photograph” – Def Leppard ($1.99)
• “Pour Some Sugar On Me (Live)” – Def Leppard ($1.99)
• “Rock Of Ages” – Def Leppard ($1.99)
• “Undefeated” – Def Leppard ($1.99)
• Artist pack ($9.99) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game album: Def Leppard Pack 01. This pack includes “Animal (Live)”, “Bringin’ On The Heartbreak”, “Photograph”, “Pour Some Sugar On Me (Live)”, “Photograph”, “Rock Of Ages” and “Undefeated”. By Def Leppard

File size: 26 MB – 46 MB (singles), 207 MB (track pack)

Rock Band Network v2.0

• “Crazy” – Nonpoint ($1.99)
• “Miracle” – Nonpoint ($1.99)
• “Positive Force” – Magnus ‘SoulEye’ Pålsson ($0.99)
• “The Battle Of Lil’ Slugger” – dB soundworks ($0.99)
• “What’s Left Of Me” – Blessthefall ($1.99)

File size: 20 – 27 MB (singles)

Updates

Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad Of Gay Tony – Sale (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Grand Theft Auto IV: The Lost And Damned – Sale (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Midnight Club Los Angeles – South Central Ultimate Content Pack – Sale (PS3) (now $6.49, original price $12.50)
Red Dead Redemption – Deadly Assassin Outfit – Sale (PS3) (now $0.49, original price $0.99)
Red Dead Redemption – Golden Guns Weapon Pack – Sale (PS3) (now $0.49, original price $0.99)
Red Dead Redemption – Legends And Killers Pack – Sale (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Red Dead Redemption – Liars And Cheats – Sale (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Red Dead Redemption – Undead Nightmare Collection (DLC Bundle) – Sale (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Red Dead Redemption – Undead Nightmare Pack – Sale (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Red Dead Redemption – War Horse Pack – Sale (PS3) (now $0.49, original price $0.99)
Megaman 10 – Mega DLC Bundle – Sale (PS3) (now $2.99, original price $4.99)
Megaman 9 – DLC Bundle – Sale (PS3) (now $2.99, original price $4.99)
Boom Beats – Minis – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $1.99, original price $3.99)

Avatars

MotorStorm Helmet Avatar ($0.49)

Game Videos (free)

Pulse 8/9 Edition

Starhawk Telling The Story

Mortal Kombat Trailer

RAGE Untethered Trailer Phineas and Ferb: Across The Second Dimension – Gameplay Trailer

BloodRayne: Betrayal Trailer

PS3 Themes

Castlevania: Symphony of The Night Theme ($1.99)

Destination: Seattle Dynamic Theme ($2.99)

Orange Flares Dynamic Theme ($2.99)

Dynamic Bulldog Theme ($2.99)

Dynamic British Bulldog Theme ($2.99)

After Glow Theme ($1.99)

Bundles

TestYourself: Psychology Xl (Bundle) ($5.99)

PlayStation Store for PSP

Game Videos (free)

Pulse 8/9 Edition

Bundles

Gamelion Summer Minis Bundle 2011 ($2.99)

Source: PSN Blog

Hi all,

Playstation store has been updated. Alien Zombie Death looks pretty good… Any try out Adventure to Go? If you have let us know how it is in the comments.

PlayStation Store for PSP
Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 Storefront)
Adventures To Go! ($14.99)
It’s adventure served your way! Word on the cobblestone is that the king needs new heroes to keep the kingdom safe. But are Finn Courtland and his band of misfits really what His Majesty had in mind? Take on jobs and battle monsters at Adventures to Go, where daring and dangerous adventures are made to order!
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 43 MB

Cho Aniki Zero ($19.99)
Cho Aniki Zero, take your pick of playing as Idaten, Benten, and more! Which Option (partner) will you choose to team up with to save the universe’s protein supply!?
ESRB Rated T
File size: 121 MB

Rengoku: Tower Of Purgatory ($11.99)
Set in a dark and distant future this game places you into the role of A.D.A.M., a battle android fighting your way up a great tower. It’s an intense fighing action. Your mission is to annihilate your enemies while improving your skills and armaments. Featuring strategic weapon configurations, a random level generator, and a competitive wireless multiplayer mode, there can only be one master at the top of the tower!
ESRB Rated M
File size: 159 MB

Rengoku II: The Stairway to H.E.A.V.E.N. ($11.99)
This game, the sequel to RENGOKU: THE TOWER OF PURGATORY, expands upon the series’ trademark fast-paced action and incredible replay value with more than 300 unique weapons, diverse level design and additional multiplayer functionality. Set in a dark and futuristic world, the game tells a story parallel to events of RENGOKU.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 403 MB

PSP minis (also available from PS3 Storefront)
Alien Zombie Death ($3.99)
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 8.38 MB

Add-on Game Content (also available from PS3 Storefront)
LittleBigPlanet PSP Easter Costume (free)
PLAY, CREATE, SHARE…Everywhere.
LittleBigPlanet’s critically acclaimed “PLAY, CREATE, SHARE”
experience, makes its way to the PSP system with a completely new
Sackboy adventure.
Get this free bunny costume from the Easter Theme Pack.
NOTE: Manual Update required
File size: 907 KB

LittleBigPlanet PSP Easter Theme Pack ($2.99)
PLAY, CREATE, SHARE…Everywhere.
A fantastic new collection of Easter goodies including 4 costumes to
fill out your wardrobe, and 12 great new stickers to make sure your
levels are as fashionable as your Sackboy.
NOTE: Manual Update required
File size: 1.13 MB

BUZZ! Quiz World PSP Space Quiz Pack ($2.99)
Isn’t it time a new star was discovered in the universe? Put yourself on the map and test yourself against this Space Quiz! This BUZZ! Quiz World PSP quiz pack features hundreds of questions about outer space to play in any of your favorite BUZZ! Quiz World PSP game modes. Download this quiz pack today and turn your party into the ultimate trivia showdown. Challenge friends and family and “Show ‘em Your Trivia!”
File size: 42 MB

Game Videos (free)
The Tester Episode 6
File size: 133 MB

Gran Turismo 5 Night Racing Trailer
File size: 18 MB

Media
Batman: Arkham Asylum Digital Comic: The Road to Arkham (free)
File size: 11 MB

PSP Themes (also available from PS3 Storefront)
Miss Kawasaki Hook-Ups PSP Theme ($1.99)
File size: 287 KB

Nurse Girl Brandi Hook-Ups PSP Theme ($1.99)
File size: 331 KB

Vintage Comic Mickey ($1.49)
File size: 628 KB

Source: PSN Blog

PSN Comic Store Open For Business

Sony has turned up the Comic section of the Playstation store.  You can now purchase comics for your reading pleasure right on your PSP.  The use of the comic store and the comic reader application require PSP firmware 6.20.

Sony also provided a decent list of free comics that you can go ahead and try out.  They are under the free comics section.

When the comic reader was first announced Sony also provided two free comics.  I read through Transformers: All Hail Megatron and I must say that reading the comic book on the PSP was an absolute pleasure.  I found autoflow provided a smooth way of reading by panning the next storyboard then focusing on the text.  As an added bonus, you can even listen to your mp3′s while reading.

I look forward to picking up some Captain America, Classic Transformers, and X-Men comics to add to my holiday reading list.

Source Source: Playstation Blog

Here we get a walk thru of the new PSP Go Hardware courtesy of John Koller and IGN.

The battle between good and evil continues in this less than crappy adaption to the smash hit movie Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen. Autobots wage their battle to destroy the evil forces of the Decepticons. He he. Of course there can’t be a sequel without some twists and turns. Decepticons aren’t the only antagonizer this time as The Fallen return (from God knows where) to claim their universe…or wait…our universe.

Roll Out…

The only rolling I wanted to do the whole time was to take this UMD disc and drive a STEAM ROLLER over it. This games sucks. Let me say that again. This game SUCKS!!! It’s called Transformers BUT YOU CAN’T TRANSFORM!!!

You can pick Autobot missions or Decepticon missions. Each mission is THE EXACT SAME THING! YOU running around with a big gun and shooting hordes of robots until you excel to the end of the mission. Watch the crappy cut scenes and do it all over again until finally, you reach the end of the game where you get to kick the crap out of The Fallen (which is only one guy by the way.)

Each time you select a mission (whether it be Autobot or Decepticon) you are given a choice as to who your character will be. There are some familiars such as Bumble Bee, Optimus, Starscream, and Megatron; and there are some new characters who aren’t worth mentioning. Your main weapon is a gun which you can upgrade throughout the level until it’s just a clutter of lazer beams damaging everything in it’s path, and some bombs. Did I mention that you can’t transform? Yea, I did. There is one level that you get to drive as a transformed vehicle which I believe is Bumble Bee, but that level sucks. Oh yea this whole game sucks.

Movie Adaption Games Must Be Stopped…No Matter the Cost…

Seriously, I give up on buying movie adaption games for PSP. It’s like they don’t even try. EVERY SINGLE MOVIE ADAPTION GAME FOR THE PSP SUUUUUUUUUCCCCCCCKKKKKKSSSSS!!! Harry Potter, Wolverine, Transformers etc. I happen to know for a fact that the PS3 has great movie adaption games. Why can’t the PSP? Why?

Ok let me get to the graphics and sound….Graphics=suck. Sound=sucks. Fun=sucks. I’m sorry to be so drab but this was too much for me. It’s like asking for a motorcycle for Christmas and getting a BMX bike instead. I’m sick of this crap. This game gets a third of a quarter of a third of a star out of five for me. DON’T BOTHER!!! The only good thing about this game is when you beat it you get some old Transformers episodes to watch from the G1 era. That’s all folks.

I can’t even find any cheats or codes for this piece of crap.

A company called RealView Innovations will be bring an add-on that will add 3D depth to your PSP screen.  This add-on is built using special optics and does not require special software or electronics.

Source PSPWorld

The Bundle

The Playstation Blog has the scoop on this one. A nice shiny white PSP 3000 bundled with 2GB Memory stick, an undisclosed UMD movie, and Assassins Creed Bloodline for the PSP. It looks like the developers have even added some integration with the PS3 version!

The Interview with Frederic Lefrancois

Could you introduce yourself and explain your role in the project?

My name is Frederic Lefrancois and I’m 3rd Party Producer on Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines. My role on this project is to ensure that this game releases on time for the Holiday at the highest level of quality.

I’m working hand in hand with the “Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines” developer and Assassin’s Creed Core Team at Ubisoft Montreal to develop a great game that will respect all of AC brand pillars.

Who is in charge of the development?

The game is developed by the Griptonite Studio under the supervision of Ubisoft Montreal’s Assassin’s Creed Core Team.

How is Assassin’s Creed PSP linked to the Assassin’s Creed universe?

“Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines” follows Altair’s story right after the events of Assassin’s Creed as he hunts down the ascending Templars in Cyprus. It’s the only game that explains the link between Assassin’s Creed and Assassin’s Creed 2. If you want to understand how Ezio is born and where the Codex comes from, you need this game.

What is the storyline of the game? Can you give us a quick synopsis?

Assassin’s Creed PSP picks up right where Assassin’s Creed ended. After the death of Robert De Sable by Altair’s blade, the Templars, led by Armand Bouchart, fled the Holy Land to settle on the island of Cyprus. Following their tracks, Altair has the firm intention to put an end to their quest for power. Altair will help the local resistance fight the Templar’s’ occupation and get rid of the Templar commanders.

How did Altair evolve as a character from the first Assassin’s Creed to the PSP game?

With most of his preconceptions shattered and cast among the blood of slain Templars, Altair enters the events of “Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines” with an open mind. No longer bound by Al Mualim’s leadership, he forges his own path and destiny. He has become more curious, more inquisitive and far less trusting.

What main gameplay feature can we expect in “Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines”? Will the player get to investigate before every assassination mission?

You can expect to enjoy the core gameplay of the original Assassin’s Creed including the signature free-running and the intuitive combat system. Before killing his targets, Altair will get to complete a variety of missions, not always investigations. There are 8 new mission types and we wanted each mission to feel as fresh and exciting as the final Assassination moment.

How is the open-world and free running that are key elements of the Assassins Creed brand presented in the PSP game?

As it was the case in Assassin’s Creed, Altair will get to explore various large cities. This time around Altair will discover the cities of Limasol and Kyrenia in Cyprus, a beautiful and historically very interesting island in the Mediterranean Sea.

Once again, you can expect Altair to master his environment while performing all of his signature moves. In fact, Altair will free-run, sprint, fly between beams and climb everywhere to take advantage of its surroundings. This is a huge benchmark technology wise as this kind of freedom of movement has never been seen before on the PSP.

Why did you choose Cyprus as the setting for the PSP game?

In the summer of AD 1191, the Templar order withdrew from the Holy Land to the island of Cyprus which they had previously bought from Richard the Lionheart. They occupied the island and oppressed the locals who rose up in rebellion only to end up being crushed by the Templars. We chose this setting because it’s an intriguing historical period surrounded by conspiracy of the Templar Treasures left on the Island. The oppression of the people of Cyprus is the perfect backdrop to continue Altair’s story and explain some of the key elements of Assassin’s Creed 2.

Will you use the PS3/PSP connectivity function?

As players unlock health and Hidden blade upgrades in Assassin’s Creed 2 PS3, the same upgrades will be unlocked in Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines (PSP). It also works the other way round: on the PS3 you will be able to access any Templar Coins and special weapons you’ve collected on the PSP.

The Gameplay Video

Source: Playstation Blog

Some time today, Sony will be updating the US Playstation Store with new goodies for us to download.  One of the titles coming today is Holy Invasion of Privacy Badman!  If you haven’t had the chance to, visit the Playstation Store and check out the demo released a few weeks ago.  I personally found it very fun and strategizing how the eco system of my dungeon was going to operate and fend off heroes was quite addicting.

You can also read the iGamerz preview for this release Here

Drop by the forum and share your gameplay strategies and thoughts about this game!

Join the forum discussion on this post

Some questions posted on the PSN Blog were answered by the producers of GT PSP. Dialogue below…

Could we expect any compatibility of Gran Turismo PSP with Gran Turismo 5 (like Resistance: Retribution with Resistance 2)? – TRIX_BOL

Polyphony has always pushed the hardware boundaries of every console it’s been released on…and while this isn’t really answering your question, it does leave it open for you to imagine the possibilities.

Is GT PSP going to have DLCs (such as new cars, tracks, etc..)? – TRIX_BOL

We’re planning on having 800+ cars right out of the box, which is pretty much a lifetime’s worth of racing (I’m still unlocking cars from GT4). With that sort of breadth and reach of options, having DLC would be like tossing water into the ocean.

Will cars get damaged on GT PSP? – TRIX_BOL

Damage? No. 800+ cars, 35 tracks, on-the-go awesomeness, and a lifetime’s worth of racing, yes.

Will we see Porche, Lamborghini in the PSP version? – wbrinkman

Our car selection is pretty broad — there is a lot of candy, that’s for sure — but as far as flavors, you’ll just have to wait a bit more.

Will there be a downloadable demo of Gran Turismo for the PSP? – grashopper

We wish we can provide one, but at this time, there are no plans. We are focusing our efforts on Gran Turismo and GT5.

It appears that the AI car count is 3 cars on track. Counting you, there would be 4 cars in the race. Wouldn’t it have been better to drop the framerate of the game from 60 to 30 and increased the car count? – grashopper

We went through many experiments but came to the conclusion that having three opponents gives you the best portable racing experience while maintaining the Gran Turismo level of quality.

Cmon fellas…GT5 Prologue update? Eh, eh? Custom soundtracks? Maybe trophies, a lobby system? Screenshot function? – FoomMan

Sorry FoomMan, we’re around the bend and down the straight: the team’s main focus at this point is making sure GT PSP (and GT5) are in your hands.

Source: PSN Blog

Capcom will be offering 8 special quests for Monster Hunter Freedom Unite at the upcoming comic-con convention.  If you are lucky enough to attend be sure to bring your PSP and a spare memory stick or a friend.  Capcom will be offering 8 quests and your save game file can only store 6 downloaded quests…

Quest Details

Lower-Class Quests
(For beginning players; No Rank restrictions)

Quest Name: Its Name is ‘Mega Kut-Ku’!?
Max Players: 4
Area: Forest & Hills
Special Conditions: No equipped armor
Target Monster(s): Yian Kut-Ku (2)

Quest Name: Laurel, Please.
Max Players: 4
Area: Great Arena
Special Conditions: No limits
Target Monster(s): Congalala, Rathian, Daimyo Hermitaur

Quest Name: Monster Hunter Fiesta03
(Training School Challenge Quest)
Max Players: 2
Area: Great Arena
Special Conditions: No limits
Target Monster(s): Emerald Congalala, Terra S.Ceanataur, Nargacuga

Quest Name: Monster Hunter Fiesta04
(Training School Challenge Quest)
Max Players: 2
Area: Great Arena
Special Conditions: No limits
Target Monster(s): Rajang

Upper-Class Quests

(For intermediate players)

Quest Name: Jungle Hunt!
Max Players: 4
Area: Jungle
Special Conditions: Hunter Rank (HR) 4 or Above
Target Monster(s): Pink Rathian, Congalala, Hypnocatrice

Quest Name: The Big Daddy
Max Players: 4
Area: Tower
Special Conditions: Hunter Rank (HR) 6 or Above
Target Monster(s): [Capcom is keeping this one a secret]

G-Class Quests
(For expert players)

Quest Name: Porky Panic Party!
Max Players: 4
Area: Arena
Special Conditions: HR7 or Above
Target Monster(s): Bufflango (30)

Quest Name: Two Walls? Dark Winds
Max Players: 4
Area: Moat Arena
Special Conditions: HR7 or Above
Target Monster(s): Terra S.Ceanataur x Terra S.Ceanataur

Source: 1UP