Sony Reveal The Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker PSP Entertainment Pack And Big Boss Pack

Sony have revealed the Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker PSP Entertainment and Big Boss Packs will come out when the game is released on 8th June. The Entertainment pack, Pictured above, Comes with a Green PSP 300, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Game, and 2GB Memory Stick.

The Big Boss Pack, Pictured Below, is exclusive to GameStop in the USA and retails for $199.99. This premium package comes with a limited edition camouflage PSP 3000, 4 GB Memory Stick, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker UMD, Premium Carrying Case, Voucher for in-game item, And Voucher for downloadable movie.


From USA Playstation Blog

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment Announce F.E.A.R.3 Is Coming Out This Fall

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment have officially announced that F.E.A.R.3 Is coming out this fall on the Playstation 3, Xbox 360, And PC. The game is being developed by Day 1 Studios, with collaboration with Monolith Studios, and has John Carpenter and Steve Niles providing consultation on the games frightening aspects.

In F.E.A.R. 3, Alma returns as well as her sons Point Man and Paxton Fettel. both Point Man and Paxton Fettel are playable in co-op and in the game. both have different abilities and provide a different feel for the gamer.

Press Release

BURBANK, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Apr 08, 2010 Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment announces F.E.A.R. 3, a heart-pounding paranormal horror first person shooter unleashing intense combat, compelling narrative and co-op play that evolves the franchise. F.E.A.R. 3 is set to release on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, and Windows PC in fall 2010.

Alma returns in F.E.A.R. 3 but this time her sons Point Man and Paxton Fettel introduce divergent co-op, giving players distinctly different abilities affecting their own play as well as the experience of their co-op partner. Gamers participate in single player or co-op modes as Point Man, a genetically enhanced super soldier originally introduced in F.E.A.R., or they can play cooperatively as his conniving brother Paxton Fettel, whose incredible telekinetic power has given him life beyond the grave. The game is developed by Day 1 Studios, developer of the original F.E.A.R. console games in collaboration with Monolith Studios.

“Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment is evolving the F.E.A.R. brand with top horror, co-op and first person shooter combat in F.E.A.R. 3,” said Martin Tremblay, President, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. “Monolith Productions has passed the torch to Day 1 Studios to create a quality, powerful game that stays true to the roots of the F.E.A.R. franchise but takes players to a heightened level of gameplay.”

To further ensure extreme terror in F.E.A.R. 3, legendary horror director John Carpenter (Halloween, Village of the Damned) and critically acclaimed horror comic and script writer Steve Niles (30 Days of Night) have provided consultation to enhance several of the game’s frightening aspects. Steve Niles co-wrote the game script with the development team and John Carpenter provided his expertise in crafting the in-game cinematics.

“After working closely with Monolith, Day 1 is honored to bring the next iteration of the F.E.A.R. franchise to gamers with key elements of the past games yet providing fresh combat and horror experiences in F.E.A.R. 3,” said Denny Thorley, Founder and President, Day 1 Studios. “Players can look forward to new features such as divergent co-op, an evolved cover system, and more scares in F.E.A.R. 3.”

For more information about F.E.A.R. 3, please visit www.whatisfear.com.

About Day 1 Studios
Day 1 Studios is a premier independent developer whose vision is to create revolutionary, interactive entertainment through the application of superior design, artistic, and technical processes. Day 1 Studios created and developed the award winning MechAssault series for Microsoft and Xbox LIVE. Day 1 is currently developing products for Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and Microsoft platforms at their studios in Chicago, IL and Hunt Valley, MD. Additional information about Day 1 Studios can be obtained at www.day1studios.com.

About Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, a division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group, is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all current and future platforms, including console, handheld and PC-based gaming for both internal and third party game titles.

F.E.A.R. 3 software © 2010 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Developed by Day 1 Studios, LLC. Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies and are used under license from Microsoft. “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

F.E.A.R. 3 and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

WB GAMES LOGO, WB SHIELD: ™ & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

This Weeks USA PSP Digital Comic Store Update

Sony's USA Playstation Blog have detailed this weeks PSP Digital Comic Store Update.

2000AD Prog # 1674 - $ 1.99
Abyss # 2 - $ 0.99
Atomic Robo Vol.2: Dogs of War # 1 - $ 1.99
Bill Willingham’s Pantheon # 1 - $ 1.99
Donald Duck, Fethry Duck and the Hunt for Champions - $ 1.99
Dreamland Chronicles # 4 - $ 1.99
Kong: King of Skull Island # 1 - $ 1.99
Locke & Key: Crown of Shadows # 3 - $ 0.99
Ritual # 1 - $ 0.99
Runes of Ragnan # 2 - $ 1.99
Star Trek: The Movie Adaptation # 2 - $ 0.99
Superduck #10: Without Return - $ 1.99
The Amazing Spider-Man (2003) # 551 – # 555 - $ 0.99
The Beagle Boys & The Difficult Search - $ 1.99
The Duck in the Iron Mask - $ 1.99
The Ghoul #3 (includes audio commentary) - $ 1.99
The X-Men (1063) # 21 – # 25 - $ 1.99
Transformers: Movie Sequel: The Reign of Starscream #3 (includes audio commentary) - $ 0.99
Transformers: Tales of the Fallen # 5 - $ 1.99
Vampire Hunter D Volume 1: Chapter # 1 - $ 0.99
We Kill Monsters # 5 - $ 0.99
Wizards of Mickey # 5: The Dragon Well - $ 1.99
Zombies vs Robots: Aventure # 1 (includes audio commentary) - $ 1.99

From USA Playstation Blog

Codemasters Have Released New Screenshots, Boxart, And A Gameplay Trailer For International Cricket 2010

Codemasters have released new screenshots, boxart, and gameplay trailer for International Cricket 2010. the screenshots and Gameplay trailer are all in-game action from the crease. Batting and bowling are shown as well as several players from different countries.



Screenshots


Boxart

2K Play Announce The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom Is Coming To Steam On 20th April

2K Play have announced that The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom is coming to Windows PC via Steam on 20th April. This PC version is being developed by 2K China and will only be Available on PC's via Steam. The Game will have an expanded Leaderboard, Steam Achievements, 5 new puzzles, and Steam Cloud Support.

Press Release

NEW YORK --(Business Wire)-- Apr 08, 2010 2K Play announced today that the critically acclaimed The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom will be available April 20, 2010 on Windows PC through Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/). Set in a world made famous by keystone cops, theater organs and pie-in-the-face slapstick, the inventive game has been heralded as a “big contender for DLC game of the year” by 1UP.com, who gave the game a perfect 100/100 score.The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom presents the comical escapades of the portly pie thief P.B. Winterbottom on his mad-capped pursuit of scrumptious brain-teasing pies that wreak frontal lobe havoc from the puzzle-filled euphoria of time manipulation and self-replication.

Created by The Odd Gentlemen, The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom was originally released for Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. The Windows PC version is being developed by 2K China. The game will be available exclusively on Steam and comes with many new appetizing ingredients, including expanded leaderboard options, new unlockable Steam achievements, five additional brain-teasing puzzles and Steam Cloud, which allows players to take the game with them on the road by accessing saved games from the Steam network.

“The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom teases and excites fans at first glance because of its charming, silent film art style and biting humor; but the game’s inner genius quickly surfaces and challenges fans to stretch their mental capabilities to solve complex puzzles,” said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. “Are you smarter than The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom? It’s time to find out.”

The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom has received numerous accolades from the media, including:
“The game stands alone when compared to other highly acclaimed downloadable titles, due in large part to the game’s devious puzzle design, entertaining writing, and striking artistic style.” - Game Informer Magazine
“Satisfying with a near-perfect consistency throughout.” – Destructoid, 95 out of 100
“The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom’s creative challenges play with your emotions, deftly alternating between making you feel like a genius and an absolute buffoon.” - GamePro, 90 out of 100

The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom is rated E for everyone by the ESRB. For more information on The Misadventures of P.B. Winterbottom please visitwww.winterbottomgame.com.

2K Play is a division of 2K, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a global developer, marketer and publisher of interactive entertainment software games for the PC, PlayStation®3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™, Nintendo DS™, iPhone™ and iPod® touch. The Company publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games and 2K, which publishes its titles under 2K Games, 2K Sports and 2K Play. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at www.take2games.com.

Microsoft, Windows, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

All trademarks and copyrights contained herein are the property of their respective holders.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
The statements contained herein which are not historical facts are considered forward-looking statements under federal securities laws and may be identified by words such as "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "potential," "predicts," "projects," "seeks," "will," or words of similar meaning and include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the outlook for the Company's future business and financial performance. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of our management as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to them, which are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Actual outcomes and results may vary materially from these forward-looking statements based on a variety of risks and uncertainties including: our dependence on key management and product development personnel, our dependence on our Grand Theft Auto products and our ability to develop other hit titles for current generation platforms, the timely release and significant market acceptance of our games, the ability to maintain acceptable pricing levels on our games, our ability to raise capital if needed and risks associated with international operations. Other important factors and information are contained in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009, in the section entitled "Risk Factors," as updated in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2010, and the Company's other periodic filings with the SEC, which can be accessed at www.take2games.com. All forward-looking statements are qualified by these cautionary statements and apply only as of the date they are made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Nintendo Reveal The Upcoming UK Wii And DS Software Releases

Nintendo have released the current UK Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS Software release schedule.

Nintendo Wii Software:

NewU Fitness First Mind Body Yoga & Pilates Workout (Black Bean Games) 02-Apr
Monster Hunter Tri (Capcom) 23-Apr
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa (EA SPORTS) 29 Apr
Circus Party (505 Games Ltd) 30-Apr
Iron Man 2 (SEGA) April
Sin and Punishment: Successor of the Skies (Nintendo) 07-May
Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands (UBISOFT) 13-May
No More Heroes 2 (Rising Star Games) 22-May
Samurai Warriors 3 (Nintendo) 28-May
B-Unts-Build It! (505 Games Ltd) 28-May
Shrek Forever After (Activision) May
All Star Karate (THQ) May
Repetto presents Ballerina (Deep Silver) May
Tournament of Legends (SEGA) May
Super Mario Galaxy 2 (Nintendo) 11-Jun
Toy Story 3 (Disney Interactive Studios) 17-Jun
NatGeo Quiz! Wild Life (Black Bean Games) June
DanceDanceRevolution HOTTEST PARTY 3 (Konami) June
U-SING Girls Night (Mindscape) June
Vacation Isle: Beach Party (Warner Brothers Interactive Entertainment) June
top model academy (SevenGames) Q2
The Crown of Midas (SevenGames) Q2

Nintendo DS Software:

Runaway A twist of fate (Focus Home Interactive) 15-Apr
Diva Girls: Diva Ballerina (505 Games Ltd) 23-Apr
Mind, Body & Soul: Spellbound 2 (505 Games Ltd) 23-Apr
Emergency Rescue (505 Games Ltd) 23-Apr
Mind, Body & Soul: Blend It! (505 Games Ltd) 23-Apr
WarioWare: Do It Yourself (Nintendo) 30-Apr
Iron Man 2 (SEGA) April
Sonny With a Chance (Disney Interactive Studios) 07-May
Petz Fantasy (UBISOFT) 12-May
Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands (UBISOFT) 13-May
Galactic Taz Ball (Warner Brothers Interactive Entertainment) 14-May
Jam with the Band (Nintendo) 21-May
B-Unts-Build It! (505 Games Ltd) 28-May
Shrek Forever After (Activision) May
Shooting Watch (HUDSON SOFT CO.,LTD.) May
Repetto presents Ballerina (Deep Silver) May
Sports Island DS (Hudson Soft) May
Cradle of Egypt (Rising Star Games) May
Rooms: The Main Building (Nintendo) 4 June
Club Penguin : Herberts Revenge (Disney Interactive Studios) 17 June
Toy Story 3 (Disney Interactive Studios) 17-Jun
Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House (Focus Home
Interactive) 24-Jun
Mega Man Zero Collection (Capcom) June
top model academy (SevenGames) Q2
The Crown of Midas (SevenGames) Q2

From Nintendo UK

Blizzard Announce There Will Be A Standard And Collector's Edition Of StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty

Standard Edition

Blizzard Entertainment have announced that there will be a Standard and Collectors Edition of StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty when the game is released. The standard edition has a suggested retail price of $59.99 whilst the collectors edition will retail for $99.99.

The Collectors Edition comes with:

• The Art of StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty, a 176-page book featuring artwork from the game

• An exclusive 2GB USB flash drive replica of Jim Raynor's dog tag, which comes preloaded with the originalStarCraft and the StarCraft: Brood War® expansion set

• A behind-the-scenes DVD containing over an hour of developer interviews, cinematics with director’s commentary, and more

• The official StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty soundtrack CD, containing 14 epic tracks from the game along with exclusive bonus tracks

• StarCraft comic book issue #0, a prequel to the comic series

• A World of Warcraft® mini Thor in-game pet that can be applied to all World of Warcraft characters on a single Battle.net account

• Exclusive Battle.net downloadable content, including special portraits for your Battle.net profile, decals to customize your units in-game, and a visually unique version of the terran Thor unit

Collectors Edition

Press Release

IRVINE, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Apr 08, 2010 Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. announced today that its highly anticipated real-time strategy game, StarCraft® II: Wings of Liberty™, will be available both in a standard edition and in a limited-release Collector's Edition packed with exclusive bonus materials. Players who purchase either edition will be able to play online for no additional fee through the new version of Battle.net®, the premier online gaming destination for Blizzard Entertainment gamers.

StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty will be available on DVD-ROM for Windows® XP/Windows Vista®/Windows® 7 and Macintosh®. The standard edition will sell for a suggested retail price of $59.99 and will also be available shortly after release as a download through the online Blizzard Store. The special Collector’s Edition package, which is priced at $99.99 and will only be available at retail stores, will include the following bonus items in addition to the game disc:

*The Art of StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty, a 176-page book featuring artwork from the game
*An exclusive 2GB USB flash drive replica of Jim Raynor's dog tag, which comes preloaded with the originalStarCraft and the StarCraft: Brood War® expansion set
*A behind-the-scenes DVD containing over an hour of developer interviews, cinematics with director’s commentary, and more
*The official StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty soundtrack CD, containing 14 epic tracks from the game along with exclusive bonus tracks
*StarCraft comic book issue #0, a prequel to the comic series
*A World of Warcraft® mini Thor in-game pet that can be applied to all World of Warcraft characters on a single Battle.net account
*Exclusive Battle.net downloadable content, including special portraits for your Battle.net profile, decals to customize your units in-game, and a visually unique version of the terran Thor unit
"We've been looking forward to revisiting the StarCraft universe with our players for over 10 years, and we wanted to offer an epic collector's edition that commemorated the occasion," said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. "This special version of StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty -- easily our biggest collector's edition to date -- does just that, and we think StarCraft II gamers will really enjoy all of the exclusive contents."

StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty is the sequel to Blizzard Entertainment’s 1998 hit StarCraft, which has been hailed by players and critics worldwide as one of the top real-time strategy games of all time. StarCraft II will once again center on the clash between the protoss, terrans, and zerg, with each side deploying favorite units from the original StarCraft, along with numerous upgraded and brand-new units and abilities that allow for fresh tactics and strategies. The game's new 3D-graphics engine maintains the speed and responsive control of its predecessor while rendering hundreds of units onscreen for massive battles.

StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty's solo campaign will continue the epic saga where it left off in StarCraft: Brood War. The storyline chronicles the exploits of marshal-turned-rebel-leader Jim Raynor and features both familiar faces and new heroes. Players will be able to tailor the experience, choosing their own mission path and selecting technology and research upgrades to suit their playing style throughout the 29-mission campaign.

Several challenge-mode mini-games will also be included, with focused goals designed to ease players into the basics of multiplayer strategies. In addition, dozens of multiplayer maps will be available for competitive play through the new version of Battle.net, which is launching alongside StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty. This new version of the service has been built from the ground up to offer an unparalleled online play experience, with new features such as voice communication, character profiles and achievements, stat-tracking, ladders and leagues, cloud file storage, and more.

Additional information about StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty, including the release date, will be announced in the coming weeks.

About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft® and the Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and Diablo® series, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment’s track record includes eleven #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company’s online-gaming service, Battle.net®, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves Blizzard Entertainment’s expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future are forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Blizzard Entertainment generally uses words such as “outlook,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “might,” “remains,” “to be,” “plans,” “believes,” “may,” “expects,” “intends,” “anticipates,” “estimate,” future,” “plan,” “positioned,” “potential,” “project,” “remain,” “scheduled,” “set to,” “subject to,” “upcoming” and similar expressions to help identify forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause Blizzard Entertainment’s actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include, but are not limited to, sales levels of Blizzard Entertainment’s titles, shifts in consumer spending trends, the impact of the current macroeconomic environment, the seasonal and cyclical nature of the interactive game market, Blizzard Entertainment’s ability to predict consumer preferences among competing hardware platforms (including next-generation hardware), declines in software pricing, product returns and price protection, product delays, retail acceptance of Blizzard Entertainment’s products, adoption rate and availability of new hardware and related software, industry competition, rapid changes in technology and industry standards, protection of proprietary rights, litigation against Blizzard Entertainment, maintenance of relationships with key personnel, customers, vendors and third-party developers, domestic and international economic, financial and political conditions and policies, foreign exchange rates, integration of recent acquisitions and the identification of suitable future acquisition opportunities, Activision Blizzard’s success in integrating the operations of Activision Publishing and Vivendi Games in a timely manner, or at all, and the combined company’s ability to realize the anticipated benefits and synergies of the transaction to the extent, or in the timeframe, anticipated, and the other factors identified in Activision Blizzard’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to Blizzard Entertainment and Activision Blizzard as of the date of this release, and neither Blizzard Entertainment nor Activision Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Blizzard Entertainment or Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.

UK PSN Update 08/04/10

Special Offers
PS3: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles In Time Reshelled [£3.99]
PS3: Tom Clancy's End War – Escalation Expansion pack [£2.39]
PS3: H.A.W.X – Russiand Falcons Pack [£2.39]
PS3: Gunstar Heroes [£2.39]
PS3: OutRun Online Arcade [£5.25]
PSP: Cover Girl [£11.99]
PSP: Driver 76 [£7.99]
PSP: Asphalt: Urban GT 2 [£6.29]
PSP: Mawaskes Puzzle [£8.69]
Minis: DynoGems [£1.74]

PS3 Games
First Play 90 Day Subscription [£5.99]
First Play Episode 001 [£0.99]
Sam & Max: The Devils Playhouse Pre-Order [£17.99]
Aqua Panic [£7.99]
topatoi Bundle [£7.99]
Just Cause 2 – Chevalier Ice Breaker [Free]
Hustle Kings – Crazy Table Pack [Free]
Blue Toad Murder Files – Episodes 4-6 [£9.99]
Blue Toad Murder Files – Episode 4 [£4.79]
Blue Toad Murder Files – Episode 5 [£4.79]
Blue Toad Murder Files – Episode 6 [£4.79]
Mega Man 10 – Bass Mode [£1.59]
Mega Man 10 – Special Stage 1 [£1.19]
Little Big Planet – The Incredibles Level Kit [£3.99]
Little Big Planet – The Incredibles Costume Kit [£4.79]
Little Big Planet – The Incredibles Costume Bundle [£1.59]
Little Big Planet – Syndrome Costume [£1.59]
Little Big Planet – Edna Mode Costume [£1.59]
Little Big Planet – Frozone Costume [£1.59]

Demo's
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Guitar Hero 5
Fall Out Boy Track Pack [£4.39]
“The Take Over, The Breaks Over” By Fall Out Boy [£1.59]
“This Aint A Scene, Its An Arms Race” By Fall Out Boy [£1.59]
“Thnks Fr Th Mmrs” By Fall Out Boy [£1.59]

Rock Band
“Feel Good Drag” by Anberlin [£0.99]
“Fire It Up” by Thousand Foot Krutch [£0.99]
“Live Life Loud” by Hawk Nelson [£0.99]
“Meant To Live” by Swtichfoot [£0.99]
“Monster” by Skillet [£0.99]
“Stand n The Rain” by Superchick [£0.99]

The Beatles Rock Band
None

DJ Hero
None

Karaoke Revolution
None

Videos
Battlefield Bad Company 2 - Campaign Reveal Trailer
Batman Arkham Asylum – Game Of The Year Trailer

Wallpaper
None

Theme
BioShock 2 Multiplayer Theme [Free]

Dynamic Theme
Heavy Rain – Crime Scene [£1.59]

PSN ID Avatars
None

PS1 Classic
None

PSP
Aqua Panic [£7.99]
Dead Or Alive Paradise [£29.99]
The Eye Of Judgement – Protector Game Pack [£1.19]

Minis
Freekscape: Escape From Hell [£3.99]

Demo
None

Theme
None

Video
None

Sony Announce The June SingStar Update Will Bring A New Online Battle Mode

Sony have announced that he June update for SingStar will bring the new Online Battle Mode to SingStar. This Battle Mode allows friends to play against each other, it allows them to choose a song that they both have. when playing, you can see your opponents score and them playing the game.

Sony's EU Playstation Blog have also revealed that a Beta will be held for the Online Battle Mode. Those interested, who are over 18, can head to betatest.software.eu.playstation.com/singstar and fill in a survey for a chance to get into the Beta. those selected will be required to provide feedback on the Online Battle Mode.

Screenshots


From EU Playstation Blog

Press Release

London, 8th April 2010: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe is tuning-up SingStar on PlayStation 3 for online action with the announcement of all new Online Battle mode. If you have put a tune over on your family and friends then now is the time to put your voice to the test on the global stage.

Simply download the new update and you are ready to go. Select Play SingStar from the main menu, choose Online Battle, then pick from your PlayStation Network friends, send the invitation, match songs, you both need to own a song to play it, pick-up the mic and in true MC style let battle commence.

In Online Battle Mode you can view your opponent's score live, and see them playing via PlayStation Eye.

SingStar Online Battle mode, complete with PlayStation Eye, brings you and your PlayStation Network friends together. This June put your talents on centre stage and do battle, letting SingStar act as judge and jury.....

The all new Online Battle mode will be available in SingStar's June update downloadable from PlayStation Network.

ENDS

This Weeks UK PSP Digital Comic Store Update

Sony's EU Playstation Blog have revealed this weeks PSP Digital Comic Store Update.

2000AD Prog #1674 2000AD 15+
Abyss #2 Red 5 Comics 9+
Atomic Robo Vol.2: Dogs of War #1 Red 5 Comics 9+
Bill Willingham’s Pantheon #1 IDW 12+
Donald Duck, Fethry Duck and the Hunt for Champions Disney 3+
Dreamland Chronicles #4 IDW 3+
Kong: King of Skull Island #1 Markosia 12+
Locke & Key: Crown of Shadows #3 IDW 17+
Ritual #1 Markosia 18+
Runes of Ragnan #2 IDW 12+
Star Trek: The Movie Adaptation #2 IDW 9+
Superduck #10: Without Return Disney 3+
The Amazing Spider-Man (2003) #551-#555 Marvel 9+
The Beagle Boys & The Difficult Search Disney 3+
The Duck in the Iron Mask Disney 3+
The Ghoul #3 (includes audio commentary) IDW 12+
The X-Men (1063) #21-#25 Marvel 3+
Transformers: Movie Sequel: The Reign of Starscream #3 (includes audio commentary) IDW 9+
Transformers: Tales of the Fallen #5 IDW 9+
Vampire Hunter D Volume 1: Chapter #1 IDW 17+
We Kill Monsters #5 Red 5 Comics 12+
Wizards of Mickey #5: The Dragon Well Disney 3+
Zombies vs Robots: Aventure #1 (includes audio commentary) I

From EU Playstation Blog

Konami Announce They Are Distributing Def Jam Raptstar On The Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, And Nintendo Wii

Konami have announced that they are distributing Def Jam Rapstar on the Playstation 3, Xbox 360, and Nintendo Wii this fall. Def Jam Rapstar is being developed by 4mm Games, Terminal Reality and Def Jam Interactive.

Def Jam Rapstar is a music game that allows you to Sing/Rap to lyrics from 40 of the greatest Hip Hop songs, similar to SingStar and Lips. Def Jam Rapstar will feature region specific music for the UK and Europe. The game also features a video recording feature, using console cameras, to upload videos to the Def Jam Rapstar community at www.defjamrapstar.com. A unique feature for this game is the ability to freestyle over some of the tracks in the game and upload the performances.

Some of the tracks that are in Def Jam Rapstar have been revealed. these are:
2 Pac - I Get Around
50 Cent - I Get Money
Dr. Dre featuring Snoop Dogg - Nuthin’ But a “G” Thang
Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx - Gold Digger
Lil’ Wayne - A Milli
Notorius B.I.G. - Juicy
Slick Rick - Children’s Story
T.I. featuring Rihanna - Live Your Life
Wu Tang Clan - C.R.E.A.M.
Young Jeezy featuring Kanye West - Put On

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Press Release

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. & NEW YORK --(Business Wire)-- Apr 08, 2010 Konami Digital Entertainment Inc., is excited to announce that it has entered an exclusive distribution agreement with Autumn Games, 4mm Games and Def Jam Interactive for the upcoming music videogame Def Jam Rapstar. Developed by 4mm Games, Terminal Reality and Def Jam Interactive, Def Jam Rapstar is the first true interactive Hip Hop music game experience for consoles, and will be available for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Nintendo Wii™ this Fall.

“Hip Hop music has for 30 years re-defined the sound, boundaries and culture of popular music,” said Shinji Hirano, President of Konami Digital Entertainment Inc. “We look to bring that ambition to fruition by pushing the boundaries of music games with Def Jam Rapstar. The star power development teams of 4mm Games and Def Jam Interactive are going to bring a music game experience that no one has seen to date, which is why we are so excited to be a part of such a unique game.”

“Hip Hop is a global phenomenon that has permeated pop culture to become the most important youth movement of our generation. We are proud to deliver the first authentic Hip Hop music experience to gamers that will undoubtedly change the way music games are played,” stated Kevin Liles, President and CEO of Def Jam Enterprises. “It is an incredible opportunity to work with 4mm Games and Terminal Reality in developing Def Jam Rapstar, and by partnering with Konami we ensure that everyone around the world will have an opportunity to compete with the best of the best. So show us what you got!”

“4mm was founded with the intent of bringing the experience of Constantly Connected Gaming™ to the next generation of gamers,“ said Nick Perrett, CEO of 4mm Games. “We look forward to providing Hip Hop fans worldwide a powerful example of that vision this fall with Def Jam Rapstar."

The ultimate emcee experience for video game consoles, Def Jam Rapstar is the only music game that focuses exclusively on Hip Hop. With more than 40 of the greatest Hip Hop songs available at release, including region specific music for the UK and Europe, Def Jam Rapstar allows you to be the star: by rhyming, using your console camera, and uploading your video to the fully integrated Def Jam Rapstar community at www.defjamrapstar.com. Def Jam Rapstar also offers you the ability to freestyle over tracks by some of the hottest hip hop producers and upload your freestyle performances for the world to decide how good you really are.

Initial confirmed Def Jam Rapstar gameplay tracks include:

2 Pac - I Get Around
50 Cent - I Get Money
Dr. Dre featuring Snoop Dogg - Nuthin’ But a “G” Thang
Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx - Gold Digger
Lil’ Wayne - A Milli
Notorius B.I.G. - Juicy
Slick Rick - Children’s Story
T.I. featuring Rihanna - Live Your Life
Wu Tang Clan - C.R.E.A.M.
Young Jeezy featuring Kanye West - Put On

Def Jam Rapstar is being co-published by Autumn Games, and represents the publishers' first major release as part of its ongoing efforts to provide a new way for top-flight developers to independently make and release games that challenge traditional boundaries.

For more information of Def Jam Rapstar, please go to www.defjamrapstar.com.
To follow Def Jam Rapstar on Twitter please visit www.twitter.com/defjamrapstar.

About Konami
Konami is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties. Konami's titles include the popular films Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, DanceDanceRevolution and Castlevania, among other top sellers. The latest information about Konami can be found on the Web atwww.konami.com. KONAMI CORPORATION is a publicly traded company based in Tokyo, Japan with subsidiary offices, Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. in Tokyo, Japan, Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. in the United States and Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH in Frankfurt, Germany. KONAMI CORPORATION is traded in the United States on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KNM. Details of the products published by Konami can be found at www.konami.com.

KONAMI is a registered trademark of KONAMI CORPORATION.

About Def Jam Interactive
Def Jam Interactive, a division of Def Jam Enterprises, is a leading producer and marketer of interactive software games and a preeminent force in the digital industry. It is committed to delivering high-quality; cutting-edge video game titles to consumers by providing an authentic hip hop experience through gameplay, cultural nuances, strategic partnerships, music, talent, and executive direction. Def Jam Interactive was the first hip-hop brand to successfully partner in the gaming space and to date has produced multiple platinum-selling console titles, including Def Jam Vendetta, Def Jam Fight for NY, and Def Jam Icon. It is the only viable hip hop brand that has trusted consumer loyalty in the gaming space. For more than 20 years, the executive team has successfully extended the Def Jam brand in comedy, poetry, television, apparel, mobile, to name a few. For more information, please visit www.defjaminteractive.com.

About 4mm Games
Based in New York City, 4mm Games is an independent global interactive entertainment company that is forging a new approach to content creation: Constantly Connected Gaming™. The company is concentrated on incubating, producing, developing, and releasing a diverse portfolio of culturally relevant entertainment properties that join together multiple platforms including video game consoles, personal computers, mobile devices, and the Internet. For more information, please visit www.4mmgames.com

Constantly Connected Gaming is a trademark of 4mm Games, LLC.

About CEA Autumn Games
CEA Autumn Games is a global interactive entertainment investment company focused on the development and distribution of high-quality video games and other related media. The Company was founded as a joint venture between Communications Equity Associates (“CEA”) and Autumn Entertainment Partners (“AEP”), combining CEA’s 36 year track record in global media and entertainment private equity and merchant banking with AEP’s unparalleled expertise in content finance. Since its inception, CEA Autumn Games has formed long-term partnerships with a number of industry leading game studios to support them in their efforts to make culturally impactful entertainment. For more information, please visit www.ceaautumngames.com.

About Terminal Reality
Terminal Reality, Inc. (TRI) founded by lead programmer/CEO Mark Randel in 1994, is an independent industry veteran. With a focus on quality, technology and tools, TRI has shipped more than 30 titles, with more than 80 SKUs. Using the technology behind the highly acclaimed Ghostbusters: The Video Game, Terminal Reality spawns the next wave in game development: The Infernal Engine.

Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

“PlayStation”, “PLAYSTATION” and “PS” Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Wii and Nintendo DS are trademarks of Nintendo. © 2006 Nintendo

PopCap Announce Bejeweled Blitz For PC and Mac Is Out Now For $19.95

PopCap have announced that the hit Facebook game, Bejeweled Blitz, is out now for PC and Macs from www.popcap.com/bejeweledblitz for $19.95. This version of Bejeweled Blitz has been enhanced over the Facebook version, making the game Full Screen and HD. the sound has also been enhanced and achievements have been added to the game. Players can still connect with Facebook, post high scores and star medals.

PopCap have released a trailer for this new version of Bejeweled Blitz as well as some screenshots. the Trailer shows in-game action and uses the in-game footage to highlight aspects of the game. the screenshots are also in-game and show the main menu, Facebook Menu, gameplay, and the Game Over Screen.



Screenshots


Press Release

Dublin, Ireland – April 8, 2010 — PopCap Games, maker of some of the world’s most popular video games, today announced that Bejeweled® Blitz, the 1-minute social adaptation of its mega-hit franchise Bejeweled for the Facebook® platform, is now available as a downloadable game for Windows-based PCs. Carrying a suggested retail price of US$19.95 and available exclusively at www.popcap.com/bejeweledblitz/ Bejeweled Blitz PC offers a range of enhancements to, and advantages over, the free Facebook game, including full-screen play, dramatically enhanced sound and graphics, dozens of new achievements and corresponding badges, and 1 million coins redeemable for “Blitz Boosts” — power-ups and other score-stimulating effects.

“Bejeweled Blitz is 10 years of the most popular puzzle game of the century packed into a minute-long experience,” said Jason Kapalka, co-founder and chief creative officer at PopCap Games. “It's the purest form of Bejeweled that we've ever concocted, factoring in everything PopCap has learned from a decade of development and feedback from millions of fans. By adding social and competitive elements and a time limit, we've distilled Bejeweled down to its essence with Bejeweled Blitz, and the new PC downloadable version makes the game available in the largest, most vibrant form factor yet by far. For some players this could be the version that takes their Bejeweled Blitz game to new heights.”

In the new Bejeweled Blitz PC, players can connect Facebook from the game's main menu and play the game from their PC without having to open a Web browser. High scores and corresponding star medals can be published to players' Facebook pages when they are logged in to Facebook. Blitz Coins are a new form of currency recently added to the game, which can be earned via gameplay or purchased and then redeemed for various Blitz Boosts — power-ups and effects to improve in-game performance.

Bejeweled Blitz, already available for Web and as an update to Bejeweled 2 on iPhone, has grown dramatically since its original launch on Facebook a year ago, now attracting roughly 11 million active users each month and more than 25 million users overall. Even more amazing, about 3.5 million unique users play Bejeweled Blitz every day, playing more than 100 million sessions per day and destroying half a billion gems per hour!

About PopCap
PopCap Games (www.popcap.com) is the leading multi-platform provider of fun, easy-to-learn, captivating video games that appeal to everyone from age 6 to 106. Based in Seattle, Washington, PopCap was founded in 2000 and has a worldwide staff of over 260 people in Seattle, San Francisco, Chicago, Vancouver, B.C., Dublin, and Shanghai. Its games have been downloaded more than 1 billion times by consumers worldwide, and its flagship title, Bejeweled®, has sold more than 50 million units across all platforms. Constantly acclaimed by consumers and critics, PopCap’s games are played on the Web, social platforms, desktop computers, myriad mobile devices (cell phones, smartphones, PDAs, Pocket PCs, iPod, iPhone, iPad and more), popular game consoles (such as Xbox and DS), and in-flight entertainment systems. PopCap is the only “casual games” developer with leading market share across all major sales channels, including social, Web portals, retail stores, mobile phones, MP3 players, and game devices.

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Microsoft Have Released A New Narrated Trailer For Alan Wake

Microsoft have released a new trailer for Alan Wake. this trailer is narrated throughout and is titled “Alan Wake: Building the Thriller,”. this trailer uses in-game footage to show off many aspects of the game that are being discussed by the narrator. Microsoft also reveal that the trailer features never before seen footage of Alan Wake.



Microsoft have also announced that they are working with well known merchandisers so a wide range of products can be released for Alan wake. today they announce that they're working with Cafepress to offer t-shirts, hoodies, water bottles, and more. the shop is open now at http://shop.cafepress.com/alan-wake, whilst the grand opening will be 16th April.

Press Release

“Alan Wake” fans, now is the time to wake up! A new video from the upcoming psychological action thriller exclusive to Xbox 360 is available today, offering a creative insider’s look into “Alan Wake.” With the relaunch of AlanWake.com, look no further to get the most up-to-date information about the highly anticipated title set to launch in select countries in Europe on May 14, in North America on May 18 and in Japan on May 27.

Today, Microsoft released a new narrated trailer titled “Alan Wake: Building the Thriller,” encapsulating everything known about the psychological action thriller so far, while introducing the highly anticipated title to the uninitiated. Featuring never-before-seen footage containing previews of the unfolding mystery, even stalwart “Alan Wake” fans who have been following the title since it was first announced will want to examine the trailer for clues and details about the heart pounding thrill ride of “Alan Wake.”

To help bring the game to life, Microsoft has collaborated with well known merchandisers to offer a wide range of items for fans to show their adoration for “Alan Wake.” One such program is with CafePress, with others to be announced soon.

In a special collaboration with CafePress, the world's biggest destination for self-expression through merchandise, fans are now able to design and sell “Alan Wake” inspired products. Unique fan-created items will be available for purchase starting today with the full online store grand opening planned for April 16, 2010. From T-shirts and hoodies to water bottles, customize and outfit yourself with gear from “Alan Wake” at http://shop.cafepress.com/alan-wake to bring the game to life.

If you can’t wait to step into the world of “Alan Wake,” secure your Bright Falls Bonus Pack for exclusive “Alan Wake” content by pre-ordering your copy of the game now from participating retailers. A must-have for anyone intrigued by the game, the Pack includes Avatar gear like the “I Am Awake” T-shirt and an Xbox LIVE “Bright Falls” theme based on the game.

For those seeking to add the ultimate “Alan Wake” collection to their bookshelves, the Limited Collector’s Edition, designed to resemble a hardcover novel, comes packed with special bonus content including “The Alan Wake” Files collectible book – a 144-page book containing a short story penned by Alan Wake and a compilation of FBI dossiers investigating the mysterious events at Bright Falls; an exclusive Xbox LIVE theme and Avatar; video documentaries exploring the development of “Alan Wake”; in-game commentary and hints from Remedy; and much more.

Bringing a new style of storytelling in this dynamic new title exclusively for Xbox 360, “Alan Wake” is developed by Remedy Entertainment, the renowned original developers of the successful “Max Payne” series. “Alan Wake” immerses players in an intense and expansive cinematic world that enables players to explore the hyper-realistic and interactive environments. “Alan Wake” is episodic-based with a deeply engaging and suspenseful storyline unveiling new twists and profound character revelations at every turn, rated T for Teen. For more information, please visit AlanWake.com.

EA Have Released A New Tutorial Video For FIFA 2010 World Cup South Africa

EA have released a new tutorial video for FIFA 2010 World Cup South Africa. this video shows how the game can be played predominately with 2 buttons in the 2 button mode. in this mode, the X and O buttons on a PS3 are used, with some L1 and R1 use. the video shows how all the moves needed in a football game can be pulled of by using this simple new control scheme, by using in-game footage showing it in action.

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• 360: The OFLC has rated Duke Nukem Manhattan Project for the 360. Microsoft listed as games publisher http://ow.ly/1vyur

• PC: Square Enix have confirmed that monsters from old Final Fantasy Games will appear in Final Fantasy XIV http://ow.ly/1vyy5

• PSP: Konami have confirmed that Monster Hunter is coming to Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker. Felyne will appear + more http://ow.ly/1vz0q

• PSP: Famitsu have screenshots showing Monster Hunter enemies being attacked by Snake in Metal Gear peace Walker http://ow.ly/1vz3M

• PSP: Metal Gear Peace Walker has a optional install. there is a small install, 300MB, or a large install, 800MB http://ow.ly/1vz6p

• Cryptic confirm work on a console version of Star Trek Online has stopped. they got it working, but stopped due to money http://ow.ly/1vz8n

• 360: There are reports of technical issues with Natal. loose clothes, couches, latency, low light cited. price increased http://ow.ly/1vzd6

• PS3: Crytek say Crysis 2 will look better than anything on the PS3, they're aiming to set a new benchmark http://ow.ly/1vzfQ

• Toby McCasker was sacked from Zoo Weekly after whistle-blowing review demands from RockStar for Red Dead Redemption http://ow.ly/1vzjz

• QTE Blog: Namco Bandai Have Released A New Trailer For Clash Of The Titans http://ow.ly/170owE

• QTE Blog: New Zero Punctuation - God Of War III http://ow.ly/170owD

• QTE Blog: THQ Announce The Last Airbender For The Nintendo Wii And Nintendo DS http://ow.ly/170owC

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Announce Alan Wake Is Coming Out In Europe On 14th May http://ow.ly/170reE

• QTE Blog: Digital Chocolate Announce Their Games Have Been Downloaded Over 4 Million Times From Nokia's Ovi Store http://ow.ly/170reD

• QTE Blog: Futuremark Announce The Second Content Pack For Shattered Horizon http://ow.ly/170sBu

• QTE Blog: EA Reveal The 28 Songs In 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa http://ow.ly/170sBv

• PS3: GeoHot has custom firmware for PS3 allowing Other OS but its not out yet. Looking into adding Other OS To PS3 Slim http://ow.ly/1vLKb

• DArk Void Zero is coming to iPhone and PC on 12th April. will cost $2.99 on iPhone, $5 on PC. no plans for PSN/XBLA http://ow.ly/1vLW8

• Wii: Satoru Iwata reveals Nintendo team working on Zelda are under pressure due to graphical standard Monster Hunter set http://ow.ly/1vLXt

• Konami trademarks Adrenalin Misfits, EA does Pirates Ahoy, Sony does Until Dawn and Road To Zero http://ow.ly/1vLYY

• 360: Activision announce Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package sells over 2.5M units in a week http://ow.ly/1vM1G