Shadow of Destiny PSP port rated for US
July 31, 2009
Earlier this month we learned that the PS2 title Shadow of Destiny was being ported over to the Sony PSP by Konami in Japan. Now, thanks to the ESRB, we learn that it's being readied for a US release as well.
The Japanese version will launch on October 1, but Konami hasn't released any details yet regarding the game's US release. Heck, they haven't even officially announced it. It shouldn't take too long, though, as the PS2 original has already been localized.
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R-Type Tactics II details, debut trailer
July 31, 2009
In addition to the expanded unit count we've posted about before, R-Type Tactics II will also feature more story paths and new battle commands. The former makes me think that both sides of the human-centric conflict in the game will be playable. There will also be downloadable missions to extend the game's lifespan.
Other features include local multiplayer and Game Sharing. Seriously, more games should have a Game Sharing feature built in. The smaller ones, at least. Irem has also released the debut trailer for the game, which you can check out below. R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate will drop down in Japan on October 29.
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Dissidia Final Fantasy - a preview of the US version
July 31, 2009
Like always, the later-released version gets more features than the original. In this case, balance-fixes, additional cutscenes, and extra gameplay tweaks have been implemented into the game. Can't wait? I totally hear ya.
More on Dissidia: Final Fantasy:
- Square Enix's NA Dissidia: Final Fantasy website opened
- Square Enix launches Fabula Nova Crystallis site, updates Dissidia site with Gabranth
PSP homebrew - Homebrew Enabler pack for PSP-2000v3 3000
July 31, 2009
The Homebrew Enabler Pack includes:
- 5.03 UPDATE
- ChickHEN R2
- CFWEnabler 3.60
- A readme written entirely by chickut123
Download: Homebrew Enabler Pack for PSP-2000v3 3000
Visit: QJ.NET PSP Development Forum
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SCEA announces PSP-exclusive sports title, NBA 10 The Inside
July 31, 2009
Combining arcade and simulator styles of gameplay, NBA 10 The Inside features realistic player interaction at 60fps while adding fun mini-games to keep you hooked in the game.
Gameplay modes include:
- New Quest Modes
- DodgeQuest Players will battle teams head-to-head in an attempt to take over the entire country while playing the Dodgeball mini-game. In-game power ups and player upgrades have also been added to the traditional Dodgeball mode for depth.
- Give&GoQuest Players will face off on the Give & Go mini-game as they battle other cities and acquire players in an attempt to take over the entire country.
- MiniQuest New Conquest mode lets players take over the entire country and choose from either Dodgeball, Conquest, Elimination, or Give & Go each time two cities battle one another.
- New Mini-Games
- Open Lanes A traditional 10 frame bowling mini-game with an NBA look and feel.
- Cherry Pickin A puzzle based mini-game where players shoot colored orbs that stick to the game board, which is made of additional colored orbs. The goal is to line up at least three orbs of the same color to remove them from the board. The overall objective is to clear out all orbs on the game board to proceed to the next level.
- Classics Shootin Bricks, Block A Shot, Big Shooter, Pinball and more classic mini-games return in NBA 10 The Inside.
SCEA is tossing NBA 10 The Inside into store shelves on October 6th, 2009.
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Warriors Orochi 2 goes gold, Koei launches mini site for fans
July 31, 2009
With the release date announcement for Warriors Orochi 2. coming early this month, Koei announces more details that will accompany the PSP port at launch now that the publisher officially puts it on gold status. If you're into hi-res movie clips and music tracks you're gonna get a good kick out of this one. Read on to find out more.
Apart from the new playable characters, Japanese voice options, and new scenarios revealed with the release announcement, Koei also launched a mini-site to give fans more Warriors Orochi 2 goods to download for free.
This new mini-site, called Warriors Orochi 2 Dedicated, has some original Warriors Orochi 2 music tracks, and over a dozen hi-res movie clips for fans to simply enjoy or make fan vids with. There's the game's opening scene, clips featuring Dynasty Warriors' Shu, Wu, and Wei, the new playables San Zang and Benkei, plus a few more for Samurai Warriors and Orochi.
The US release for Warriors Orochi 2 is slated for August 25th, while pre-orders can now be made with Amazon, Best Buy, GameCrazy, GameFly, and GameStop
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PSN US - PlayStation Store Update 07/30
July 30, 2009
The latest update for the North American PlayStation Store is now available. You can now grab the much awaited PSN game Fat Princess, a classic PS1 game Spec Ops: Airborne Commando and Madden NFL 10 demo. Also included this week is a hefty pack of add-on contents for your favorite titles. Not to be outdone, three new games for the PSP is now ready for download.
Playstation 3
Demos
- Madden NFL 10 Demo
- Watchmen: The End is Nigh Part 2 Videogame Demo
- Fat Princess (US 14.99)
- Watchmen: The End is Nigh Part 2 Videogame (US 14.99)
- Spec Ops: Airborne Commando (US 5.99)
- Rag Doll Kung Fu Time Saver DLC (US 1.99)
- Cross Edge Enigma Synth Pack (1) (free)
- Cross Edge Hero Pack (US 0.99)
- Cross Edge It ll Come in Handy Pack (US 0.99)
- Cross Edge This is Equipment Pack (US 0.99)
- Dynasty Warriors 6 Empires DLC
- Dynasty Warriors 6 Empires Eclectic Armor Set (men) (free)
- Dynasty Warriors 6 Empires Norse Armor Set (men) (free)
- Dynasty Warriors 6 Empires Priestess Armor Set (women) (free)
- Dynasty Warriors 6 Empires Valkyrie Armor Set (women) (free)
- Guitar Hero World Tour DLC:
- Knuckle Sandwich Track Pack (US 5.49)
- Bloodmeat by Protest the Hero (US 1.99)
- I m Shipping up to Boston by Dropkick Murphys (US 1.99)
- New Wave by Against Me! (US 1.99)
- Rock Band DLC:
- KISS Pack 01 (US 5.49)
- 100,000 Years (Live) KISS (US 1.99)
- Deuce (Live) KISS (US 1.99)
- Parasite (Live) KISS (US 1.99)
- Blink 182 Pack 01 (US 5.49)
- Down Blink 182 (US 1.99)
- Feeling This Blink 182 (US 1.99)
- The Rock Show Blink 182 (US 1.99)
- Weezer Pack 02 (US 5.49)
- My Name Is Jonas Weezer (US 1.99)
- Pork and Beans Weezer (US 1.99)
- Undone The Sweater Song Weezer (US 1.99)
- Out Here All Night Damone (US 1.99)
- Pulse 7/30 Edition
- Killzone 2 DLC Bundle Pack Trailer
- MAG Developer Diary 3
- MAG Developer Diary 4
- Dark Void Composer Interview
- Unbound Saga Between the Panels Issue 1
- Katamari Forever and Noby Noby Boy Themes (free)
- G.I. Joe Rise Of The Cobra: Cobra Theme (US 0.99)
- G.I. Joe Rise Of The Cobra: G.I. Joe Theme (US 0.99)
- Harry Potter XMB Theme Pack (US 1.99)
- College Football Themes (x5) (Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan State, Nebraska and Wisconsin) (US 1.99 each)
- God of War III Wallpapers (x3)
Downloadable Games
- Brave Story: New Traveler (US 14.99)
- Pocket Pool (US 9.99)
- Strikers 1945 Plus (US 11.99)
- Rock Band Unplugged DLC
- Funk #49″ James Gang (US 1.99)
- Smooth Criminal Alien Ant Farm (US 1.99)
- Pulse 7/30 Edition
- Unbound Saga: Between the Panels Issue 1
- Tomb Raider: Legend PSP Theme (US 1.49)
- Tomb Raider: Anniversary PSP Theme (US 1.49)
- Strikers 1945 Plus Wallpaper (x4)
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PSP homebrew - PSP Press v1.0
July 30, 2009
Version 1.0 changelog:
- New level Updates
- New maps
- New levels
- It has a secret image in the menu which has a key code.
- English version soon
Download: PSP Press v1.0
Visit: QJ.NET PSP Development Forum
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PSP-PS3 connectivity confirmed for LittleBigPlanet
July 30, 2009
Here's some good news for gamers who own both a PS3 and a PSP. Sony has confirmed that there will indeed be a degree of connectivity between the PS3 and PSP versions of Media Molecule's LittleBigPlanet.
Those who already own the console version can unlock bonus content through hat Sony is calling the "Cross-Talk" feature. No details yet, but it would probably involve some extra costumes and the like.
Sony is also apparently planning a multi-mullion dollar marketing push for the PSP version of LittleBigPlanet which should drum up sales for the upcoming PSP Go. Maybe it'll even help move more units of LittleBigPlanet's Game of the Year edition as well.
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Famitsu reveals more about God Eater’s Gun and Blade weapon forms
July 30, 2009
Over in Japan, Namco Bandai is continuing to build hype and anticipation for the PSP title God Eater, which is slated to be released there in the fall. As part of the hype train, they've revealed more details about the game to Famitsu.
After the barrage of screenshots and details we saw a while ago, this week's edition of Famitsu gives players a brief look at the HUD and the game's switchable weapons systems, specifically the Gun and Blade Forms.
According to a translation from PSPHyper, when a player's weapon is in Gun Form, the Oracle Points gauge in the bottom right of the screen will dictate if the weapon can still be fired. As long as there are Oracle Points remaining, players can still continue to squeeze the trigger and fire.
When the gauge gets depleted, it can be replenished by switching to another weapon form such as Blade Form. This form, on the other hand, makes use of the Stamina gauge. The translation doesn't say, but it probably depletes pretty much like the Oracle Points gauge. If it does, that would make constant switching between forms a necessity.
The same Famitsu article also shows three new characters and some shots of new Aragami. You can check them out in the scans below.
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