Sony Announce PlayStation 3 Firmware Update 4.50

Sony have revealed PlayStation 3 firmware update 4.50. this update is set to come out soon and brings the following with it:

• Auto download of system software updates has been expanded to support all PSN users.
• Auto download support of purchases made on the Web Store will be made available to all PSN users.
• New options for trophy privacy settings allow users to set which trophies are visible.
• Data can now be transferred from PS3 to PS Vita using wi-fi and ethernet connection.

Source: EU PlayStation Blog

Nintendo Have Announced A New Kirby Game Is Coming To The 3DS In 2014

Nintendo have announced a new Kirby game is coming to the 3DS. currently set to come out in 2014, there isn't much information about this new installment but Nintendo have teased that Kirby will move not just left to right but also into the Background. also teased is a new inhale everything power-up and new hats you can gain by inhaling certain enemies.



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Nintendo Have Released New Screenshots, Trailer And Release Date For Super Mario 3D World

Nintendo have announced Super Mario 3D World on Wii U comes out in the USA on 22nd November and then comes out across the EU on 29th November. Nintendo have also released a new trailer and screenshots for the game.



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MarvelousAQL, XSEED And Zen United Announce Rune Factory 4 Comes To Europe In Spring 2014

MarvelousAQL Europe have announced they are partnering with Zen United to Bring Rune Factory 4 to Europe. coming out Spring 2014, the game will have been translated by XSEED Games and is set to be the biggest game in the series. the game is set in the Kibngdom of Norad and you play either the Prince or Princess. your tasked to bring the town of Selphia back to prosperity. there will be hundreds of items, crops, weapons and equipment as well as a substantial story.

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Atlus Have Released A New Trailer For Etrian Odyssey Untold: The Millennium Girl

Atlus have released a new trailer for their 3DS game Etrian Odyssey Untold: The Millennium Girl. the trailer shows in-game cinematics, highlights the story mode and other game play features like choosing either new or old BGM.

Sony Have Released A Launch Trailer For Rain

Sony have released a launch trailer for the PSN game Rain. the game is out this week on PS3 for $14.99/€12.99/£9.99, The Soundtrack to Rain is also coming out this week for €7.49/£5.99/ $9.99.

Nintendo Announce Wii U Update 4.0.0E Is Out Now

Nintendo have announced a new Wii U update is out now.

Changes in system software version 4.0.0E:

Feature for automatic software downloads

• The Wii U console will now be able to automatically receive recommended software and demos from Nintendo via SpotPass. The feature can be deactivated under Internet in System Settings.

Support for USB keyboard input

• Users can now use a USB keyboard in situations where a software keyboard appears. (Some software titles may not support this feature.)

Option to restrict usage of a Nintendo Network ID on other devices

• Parents can now restrict their children from accessing a Nintendo Network ID from other devices such as PCs or smartphones. To change the option, select a user Mii from the Mii selection screen, then select CHANGE NINTENDO NETWORK ID SETTINGS under View/Modify User Information in User Settings

Wii U Chat

• Users can now view friend profiles on Miiverse when making or receiving a call.
• Users can now chat using a headset connected to the Wii U GamePad.

Internet Browser

• Users can now save their username and password when they sign in to websites. (Saved usernames and passwords can be deleted in the internet browser’s Settings menu.)
• Images taken from the TV or Wii U GamePad screens can now be uploaded to websites (such as Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr) by pausing a software title with the HOME Button, then starting the internet browser.
• The browser can now display PDF files available on websites. (Please note that some files may not be displayed correctly, depending on the size and format of the PDF file. PDF files cannot be saved.)
• When playing a movie or video, you can skip forward and backward to different points by pressing the L or R Buttons on the Wii U GamePad. You can also hold the R Button to initiate fast playback.
• Developer tools and user agent switching are now available for website developers to use.

Wii U Menu

• An icon for the friend list has been added to the Wii U Menu.

Wii Mode

• Users can now choose to display Wii software either on just the TV, or on both the TV and Wii U GamePad. (When displaying Wii software on the TV and GamePad, the GamePad buttons cannot be used to control the game. A Wii Remote/Wii Remote Plus is required to control the game, using the GamePad’s sensor bar.)
• Dolby® Pro Logic® II Surround Sound support has been added for Wii software that supports this feature.

System Settings

• An option has been added under the Internet setting that allows users to automatically receive software titles sent by Nintendo.
• Users can now select which type of audio output cable will be used under the TV setting. Even if the Wii U console is connected to the TV with an HDMI cable, users can now use a Wii AV Cable or other connection cable to output audio via commercially available speakers.
• Users can now set the interval for performing standby functions in hourly-increments when Standby Functions are enabled under Power Settings.

System stability improvements and other adjustments

• Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been made to enhance the user's experience.

Source: Nintendo UK