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• Rockstar announce they will have no “presence” at E3. LA Noire + Max Payne 3 will be shown later +1 new game pulled http://ht.ly/1Ss6W
• QTE Blog: EA Announce 2 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Videogames Are In Development http://ht.ly/17zFXY
• Ubisoft dismiss reports Michel Ancel has left, confirm Beyond Good & Evil 2 is still in development. http://ht.ly/1Ss8A
• Shingo Takatsuka admits Pro Evolution Soccer team was not prepared enough for the transition to current gen consoles http://ht.ly/1Ssc3
• QTE Blog: EA Announce NHL Slapshot For The Nintendo Wii http://ht.ly/17zIkF
• A Reported developer from Obsidian has come out and said that Alpha Protocol should've been cancelled + more http://ht.ly/1SvqF
• 360: The ESRb have rated Alien Breed 2 Assault for the Xbox 360. http://ht.ly/1Svsl
• QTE Blog: Sony Announce New PSPgo Promotion Gives UK Gamers 10 Free Games http://ht.ly/17zKId
• PS3: Frontier games have admitted that a Move version of Lostwinds is possible and they're discussing it http://ht.ly/1SyBx
• Its rumoured that Capcom is developing Devil May Cry 5, but its not coming for at least 2 years. Possible E3 suprise http://ht.ly/1SyDJ
• QTE Blog: The Second Episode Of The Crackdown 2 Animated Series Has Been Released http://ht.ly/17zMO5
• UK Game Charts, Red Dead Redemption, UFC Undisputed 2010, 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, Just Dance, Wii Fit Plus http://ht.ly/1SArM
• PSP: to reinvent it, Sony say they look at it as the consumers do, change their POV, and re-engage them http://ht.ly/1SAzw
• QTE Blog: Sony Online Entertainment Announce Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures http://ht.ly/17zQsm
• PS3: its reported that Virgin Gaming are partnering with Sony, with a rumoured ModNation Racers Tournament coming http://ht.ly/1SDh4
• PS3: Portuguese Playstation Magazine has teased what is thought to be inFamous 2 and a soon announcement http://ht.ly/1SDxr
• QTE Blog: Sega Have Released A Trailer For The First Series Of Sega Mega Drive Classics http://ht.ly/17zSoP
• Its reported that David Cage next game is called/Code Named Horizon after casting calls revealed it. http://ht.ly/1SDRf
• Wii: its rumoured Epic Mickey is getting a graphical overhaul after complaints from fans. new style to be shown at E3 http://ht.ly/1SDTH
• Mark Lawrenson will not be the commentator in Pro Evolution Soccer 11, Jon Champion and Jim Beglin take over http://ht.ly/1SEVN
• Namco Bandai say Enslaved: Odyssey To The West is finished and just being polished and its on track http://ht.ly/1SEXc
• 360: SNK announce NeoGeo Battle Coliseum is coming to XBLA in Japan on 9th June. sprites have been upscaled http://ht.ly/1SEYT
• PS3: Omni Systems announce Eufloria is coming to the PSN in 2011. there will be updated visuals, new mechanics + more http://ht.ly/1SI9x
• QTE Blog: Sony Announce PSP Favorites, Greatest Hits, And A PSPgo Promotion For USA http://ht.ly/17zX4W
• Web Domains have been found for The Sims Medieval and The Sims Get Medieval. http://ht.ly/1SIia
• A Job Posting hints that Mass Effect 3 could have multiplayer http://ht.ly/1SIqi

Sony Announce PSP Favorites, Greatest Hits, And A PSPgo Promotion For USA

Sony have announce the "Favorites" range of PSP titles. this software line is very similar to the "Essentials" range that is coming out in Europe. the titles in the "Favorites" range are going to be priced at $9.99 and will include the following titles:

Ape Escape: On the Loose
Buzz! Master Quiz
Hot Shots Golf Open Tee
LocoRoco 2
Patapon 2
PixelJunk Monster Deluxe
SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo
Syphon Filter: Logan’s Shadow
Twisted Metal: Head On

further titles that will come to this range include Justice League Heroes, Manhunt 2, Midway Arcade Treasures: Extended Play, Pinball Hall of Fame: Williams Collection, Silent Hill: Origins, Sims 2, and The Warriors.


Sony have also announced 4 new titles are coming to the greatest hits collection. these include Gran Turismo, LittleBigPlanet, Resistance: Retribution, and Secret Agent Clank.

Greatest Hits Boxart

Sony Have also announced a new PSPgo Promotion for the USA. anyone who buys a PSPgo system from today until 31st March 2011 will get 3 games for free. this "Digital Game Pack" comes with LittleBigPlanet, Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters and SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo 3. to get these titles, when you buy the pack you need to register it so an e:mail can be sent to you with a code to get these titles.

From USA Playstation Blog

Sega Have Released A Trailer For The First Series Of Sega Mega Drive Classics

Sega have released a trailer for the upcoming Sega Mega Drive Classics series that is coming to PC's via Digital Distrubtion. this trailer shows many of the games that are coming in the first series, including Golden Axe, Altered Beast, Comix Zone, Ecco the Dolphin, Gain Ground, Shinobi: Return of The Ninja Master, Vectorman, Crackdown, Space Harrier 2, and more.

Sony Online Entertainment Announce Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures

Sony Online Entertainment have announced they are developing Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures, a Free to Play game based on the Star Wars: Clone Wars Animated TV Show. The game currently has a release date online and at retail for this fall. Whilst the game is free to play, gamers are able to buy additional items and accessories by using Station Cash.


Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures is designed to offer minigames, dynamic activities, and social events whilst letting players have a character that can grow and become a hero of the Republic. there will be space battles with starfighters, a tower defense style game against waves of battle droids, and puzzle games.

Environments/Locations


Mini-Games


Press Release

SAN DIEGO, CALIF. and SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. – June 1, 2010 – Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) today announced the development of Star Wars®: Clone Wars AdventuresTM, a free-to-play, action packed virtual world for fans of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated television series on Cartoon Network.

Developed and published by SOE, creators of the critically acclaimed kids’ game, Free RealmsTM, and licensed by LucasArts, in conjunction with Lucasfilm Ltd., Clone Wars Adventures will launch online and in retail stores this fall.

“We have a long running and extremely successful partnership with Sony Online Entertainment and look forward to working together on our next project, Clone Wars Adventures,” said Mary Bihr, Global VP of Publishing, LucasArts. “Working hand in hand with Lucasfilm, LucasArts and Sony Online Entertainment ensures that Clone Wars Adventures will be the most authentic and accessible Clone Wars experience for kids and families to play in their very own living room.”

Focused on creating a fun and safe online environment for kids and families, Clone Wars Adventuresoffers exciting minigames, dynamic activities, lively social events and thousands of customization options. Players can even battle it out with friends alongside iconic Star Wars characters like Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, and Ahsoka Tano.

"Clone Wars Adventures is the ultimate destination for fans of The Clone Wars series and will bring the action and excitement of the show to players online so they can experience The Clone Wars universe firsthand” said John Smedley, president of Sony Online Entertainment. “We’ve worked with LucasArts and Lucasfilm to create a virtual world that is seamlessly integrated with the TV series and a true extension of the show. It’s also just flat-out fun to play.”

With Clone Wars Adventures a new generation of Star Wars fans can become the next great hero of the Republic and take their rightful place alongside the Jedi, Padawan and Clone Troopers. Players can speed through space in a starfighter, take out waves of battle droids in Tower Defense or test their brains with challenging Droid Programming puzzles. Players can also purchase legendary Star Wars outfits, items and accessories through micro-transactions using Station Cash, SOE’s virtual currency.
FEATURES:

• Extend the Fantasy: Kids no longer have to wait until the next exciting episode of Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated TV series to continue exploring and enjoying the Star Wars universe. With Clone Wars Adventures, kids can go online to experience exciting thrills as you duel iconic adversaries with your own custom lightsaber, speed through the galaxy in your starfighter, defeat enemies and take down starships. Adventure online to discover your destiny!

• Play Free or Upgrade: Clone Wars Adventures is a free-to-play game, but players who want to take the galactic action to the next level can purchase a monthly membership. Players can also buy cool Star Wars universe items from within the game through micro-transactions using Station Cash.

• Minigames & More: From Droid Programming to Speeder Bike Racing, Clone Wars Adventures puts you in the driver seat to experience epic action in immersive minigames that take you to your favorite locations in the galaxy. Become the proud owner of a tricked out Droid pet or throw a party in your player house - the fun is endless!
Fun With Friends: Whether you are on adventures with old friends or competing for leaderboard status with new ones, Clone Wars Adventures is a lively virtual world that connects players in fun and safe ways. Show off your achievements in your Trophy Room, use safe chat and emoticons to express yourself and celebrate in-world events with the entire galaxy!
Embedded Card Game: Clone Wars Adventures card battles lets players pit a variety of fun characters, creatures and vehicles from The Clone Wars television show against one another in a unique, fast-paced combat similar to the gameplay styles of traditional games such as War and Concentration.
Kid-Friendly: Parental controls allow for the customization of safety options, including pre-canned chat and playtime settings for younger players.

Coming this fall, Clone Wars Adventures is the ultimate virtual destination for a new generation of Star Wars fans. Clone Wars Adventures, the Force is in you.

About Sony Online Entertainment
Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games, with hundreds of thousands of subscribers around the globe. SOE creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online game console and wireless devices. Known for its blockbuster franchises and hit titles including EverQuest®, EverQuest® II, Champions of Norrath®,Untold LegendsTM, PlanetSide®, and Star Wars Galaxies, as well as the recent kids’ phenomenon Free RealmsTM, SOE continues to redefine the business of online gaming and the creation of active player communities while introducing new genres on all entertainment platforms. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, with additional development studios in Austin, TX, Seattle, WA, Denver, CO, and Tucson, AZ, SOE has an array of cutting-edge games in development across various platforms and genres for audiences of all ages.

About LucasArts
LucasArts, a Lucasfilm Ltd. company, is a leading developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software worldwide for video game console systems, computers and the Internet. Based in San Francisco, Calif., as well as on the Internet at www.lucasarts.com, LucasArts was created in 1982 by George Lucas to provide an interactive element to his vision of a state-of-the-art, multifaceted entertainment company.

LucasArts and the LucasArts logo are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. SOE and the SOE logo are registered trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. © 2010 Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. or Lucasfilm Ltd. & ® or TM as indicated. All rights reserved.

The Second Episode Of The Crackdown 2 Animated Series Has Been Released

The Second episode of the Crackdown 2 Animated Series from Machinima has been released. This episode is titled "Evil Seed" and details how Catalina Thorne single handedly crippled the Agency and let loose a virus in the city. The ext epsode is set to come out on 4th June.



Press Release

LONDON – 1 June 2010 -  The riveting five-part animated mini-series for “Crackdown 2” continues today with the second episode, titled “Evil Seed.” In “Evil Seed,” fans will uncover the mystery that surrounds Catalina Thorne, the origins of the dangerous Freak virus, and how the Cell crippled the Agency to take control of Pacific City. Now’s your chance to peer beneath the surface and discover the secrets of Pacific City and the evil plot to take down the Agency before “Crackdown 2” launches on July 9th, 2010 in Europe.

Written by Ruffian Games Senior Designer Ed Campbell and animated by seasoned comic artist and illustrator Alex Ronald, the vibrant and perilous world of “Crackdown 2” comes to life in this telling mini-series that chronicles the events that have transpired between the Xbox 360 smash hit “Crackdown” and the highly anticipated sequel, “Crackdown 2.”

The first “Crackdown” took place in Pacific City, where the Agency and its genetically enhanced soldiers known as Agents were contracted to rid the city of three powerful crime syndicates. The saga continues 10 years later in “Crackdown 2,” with new enemies called the Cell, led by Catalina Thorne, and the Freaks, who are genetically mutated civilians ravaging the city. Players return as Agents in “Crackdown 2” to once again bring peace to Pacific City by any means necessary.

The animated mini-series will be viewable in five parts, with the conclusion of the series airing on June 21, 2010.
Stay tuned for each episode of the “Crackdown 2” miniseries at Youtube.com/machinima:

Episode
Airing Start Date
Episode 2
May 28, 2010
Episode 3
June 4, 2010
Episode 4
June 11, 2010
Episode 5
June 21, 2010

“Crackdown 2” is available exclusively on Xbox 360 on July 9 in Europe, but fans can prepare for the action early by pre-ordering now. At participating retailers, fans who pre-order will receive exclusive, in-game bonus armor in four new shades: Gold, Gun Metal, Black and Green.
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Sony Announce New PSPgo Promotion Gives UK Gamers 10 Free Games

Sony have announced a New PSPgo Promotion. from the 9th June, anyone who has bought a PSPgo after 1st April will be able to download 10 games for free. All you need to do is connect to the PSN with your PSPgo, download the PSPgo Theme, and wait for an email with a code for your free 10 games. this offer will only be around for a limited time.

The 10 Free games are:
Assassins Creed: Bloodlines
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories
Gran Turismo
James Cameron’s AVATAR: The Game
LittleBigPlanet
MotorStorm Arctic Edge
NEED FOR SPEED SHIFT
Pursuit Force: Extreme Justice
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa
WipEout Pure

Press Release

City, Date: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) has kicked off a summer of pocket-sized entertainment with a new promotion1 for PSP™go (PlayStation®Portable). Starting on 9th June and for a limited time only, SCEE is giving new PSPgo owners (aged 18 and over) a head start on their game collection with ten games to download from PlayStation®Store, absolutely free! Offering a vast choice of entertainment, the sleek, slim-line PSPgo comes packed with 16GB of inbuilt storage space – so you can take all your favourite games, music, photos and more with you wherever you go. And with ten of the best PSP titles on offer, now you can get your hands on the hottest piece of kit for the summer at even better value.

You’ll be spoilt for choice with the ten pre-selected titles on offer:
Assassins Creed: Bloodlines™ (Ubisoft)
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories (Rockstar Games)
Gran Turismo™ (SCE WWS)
James Cameron’s AVATAR™: The Game (Ubisoft)
LittleBigPlanet™ (SCE WWS)
MotorStorm® Arctic Edge (SCE WWS)
NEED FOR SPEED SHIFT (EA)
Pursuit Force™: Extreme Justice (SCE WWS)
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ (EA)
WipEout® Pure (SCE WWS)

The process is simple. First, unwrap your shiny new PSPgo and connect to PlayStation®Network2. Then launch PlayStation Store to download the new PSPgo theme. We’ll then email you a voucher code so you can start downloading your ten free games and enjoy! And if you’ve recently purchased your PSPgo, don’t worry, you haven’t missed out - the offer is open to qualifying PSPgo owners who purchased their PSPgo after April 1 20103.

There’s never been a better time to get hold of a PSPgo. With an ever increasing range of services from Skype®, the Video Delivery Service to Digital Comics4, plus remote access to your PlayStation®3 (PS3™) content, PSPgo offers entertainment without barriers.

Be entertained this summer, wherever you are, with PSPgo.

To find out more, visit www.eu.playstation.com/pspgopromotion.

ENDS

About Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd
Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE), based in London, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and sales of PlayStation®3, PlayStation®2, PSP™ (PlayStation®Portable) and PlayStation®Network software and hardware in 99 territories across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Oceania. SCEE also develops, publishes, markets and distributes entertainment software for these formats, and manages the third party licensing programs for the formats in these territories. Since the launch of PlayStation 3 in November 2006, over 35.7 million units have been sold globally and continue to be sold at a record level. Maintaining its position as one of the most successful consumer electronic products in history, PlayStation 2 has sold over 144.5 million systems worldwide. Since its launch at the end of 2004, over 61.5 million PSPs have been sold globally, highlighting the importance of the portable entertainment market. With the huge increase in interest and accessibility of network applications and network gaming, over 47 million accounts have registered to PlayStation Network, the free-to-access interactive environment, and over 980 million items have been downloaded.

More information about PlayStation products can be found at www.playstation.com.

PlayStation®Network, PlayStation®Store subject to terms of use and not available in all countries and languages (eu.playstation.com/terms). Broadband internet service required. Users are responsible for broadband access fees.

PlayStation, the PlayStation logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. PS3 and PSP are trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.