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News Warning: The Last Guardian Artwork May Make You Cry Like You've Never Cried Before
The picture really does say it all here
Check out the full set of images over at Kotaku.
News John Koller Is Sick Of Things Leaking, Practically Confirms PS3 Slim
John Koller wants "less leaks and more meat" - well - that's what he told Ars Technica anyway
The head of hardware marketing at SCEA seems notably pissed off regarding the number of slip-ups Sony have endured over the past few months and the PS3 Slim rumours can't be helping sales. Speaking of the Slim rumour Koller said it is a matter of what...
News Pachter Reckons The PSP Go Is A Rip-Off
Oh, Michael Pachter
Ever the Internet celebrity, for all the wrong reasons. Cue his rant on the PSP Go - where cites the profitable PSP-3000 as $80 cheaper than the new $250 PSP Go. His point? PSP-3000's are more expensive to make than the new PSP Go, due to the UMD disc assembly. As a business analyst we're utterly concerned with Pachters apparent...
News The Agency Trailer Lacks British Accents & Gameplay Footage
As Brits ourselves, we're a bit disappointed that in the trailer for their upcoming PC/PS3 MMO, Sony Online Entertainment have taken the entire concept of a James Bond movie and removed the British accents
Still, while there's no gameplay in the trailer, The Agency continues to sound like a really quite inspired concept. We're tired of MMO's being...
News New SCEE Boss Reckons The Wii Will Be A Gateway Platform To The PS3
Speaking with EDGE Online, the new SCEE president Andrew House - who replaced David Reeves earlier this month - has said he expects Wii owners will eventually "upgrade" to the PS3
House explains that he sees the Nintendo console as the "entry level device" which will see gamers move onto Playstation hardware in the long-term. Honestly,...
News Heartbreak: Trophies Flatout Not Coming To The PSP
There was one announcement we were anticipating from Sony during their PSP Go unveiling at E3 this year
We didn't think it would be a focus, just a quick aside, but we expected it all the same. Trophies on PSP. Seems like Joystiq expected it too, but they were told it's flat-out not happening when they asked. The interviewee, Eric Lempel - director...
News The Playstation Motion Controller Will Get "Hardcore Gamers" Into Motion Controls
Wii'll see
It's a very bold statement, but one that will hopefully delight those who've cursed the Wii's existence since the releases of Wii Play, Wii Fit and EA Sports Active; Sony aim to bring motion controls to the "hardcore" - perhaps instantly finding a niche for their controller. Speaking with Kotaku, SCEA marketing chief Peter Dille...
News Observe Some Gorgeous Ratchet & Clank: A Crack In Time Screens
Beautiful
It was sad to see Ratchet & Clank: A Crack In Time get "snubbed" during Sony's E3 2009 conference simply because they had such a ridiculous amount of content to get through. It almost feels like blasphemy to miss out a Ratchet & Clank game, but we're sure Sony will make it up to Insomniac by giving the game some serious coverage...
News Ico Comes To LittleBigPlanet, Sadly No New Levels
One thing that Media Molecule seem to have vastly overlooked the demand for with LittleBigPlanet are new levels
The Metal Gear Solid 4 pack was one of our favourite downloads from last year so we're surprised it hasn't been followed up yet. Alas, fans of Ico and Shadow Of The Colossus will be interested in decorating their levels with costumes,...
News Miyamoto Is Not Concerned By Competing Motion Controllers
Speaking with the BBC, Nintendo's God-like games designer Shigeru Miyamoto is clarified that he is "unconcerned" by competing motion controllers: a
k.a. Microsoft's Natal and Sony's Playstation Motion Controller. He said he's "not worried at all" about Nintendo being left behind. Having reflected what he'd seen from the competition,...
News Vote Playstation At The Annual Golden Joystick Awards
Every year, the Golden Joystick awards are held to honour the best in gaming
This year is no exception with Sackboy and Sev all donning their tuxedos for the big night. But they need your vote before they can get too excited. Head over to the Awards website for a full list of the categories and nominees cast your vote and you could win some cool...
News Battle Swine Flu With Hong Kong's Playstation Store
If you hadn't heard, Swine Flu is probably a big deal for the media
Why? More frightened people, more viewers of the news, more ad-revenue. Or at least, that's how these things work in our cynical minds. Alas, Sony's Hong Kong Playstation Store has a rather comical (and probably unintentionally so) take on the whole affair. Worried about swine flu?...
News Polyphony Digital Check Out Forza 3 On XBOX 360
Perhaps showing they're not quite as arrogant as people believe them to be, some of the team behind Gran Turismo went to check out Microsoft's XBOX 360 alternative Forza 3 on the E3 showfloor
Coming from the development team behind Forza 3's blog, they said of the event this:Perhaps the most surprising to me was when a couple developers from Gran...
News Ubisoft Reckons The PS3 Faces An "Uphill Struggle" In The UK
Ubisoft's British marketing boss Murray Pannel has stated his belief that the Playstation 3 faces an uphill struggle in the UK
However he did concede that the brand name still carries enormous weight throughout the region. Speaking to GamesIndustry.biz, the former Microsoft employee of six years said:"So if I'm just looking at the UK...
News Take A Look At The Wealth Of PSP Go Accessories
We'll get this out of the way straight up - the PSP Go doesn't have a standard mini-USB adapter so that means if you already had peripherals with your PSP-3000, they'll no longer work
It's a bit sucky really, considering some of these accessories will become pretty much essential (the USB cable for one). Hopefully these accessories are just...
News Rockstar Believe In The Playstation 3, Exclusivity Will Help Their New IP Agent
One of the bigger surprises at this year's E3 was the announcement of the Rockstar game Agent being developed exclusively for the Playstation 3
But many people are miffed as to why Rockstar are launching the game exclusive; especially when third-party exclusivity is essentially considered dead.At this phase in the cycle, when youre trying to...
News New Playstation Home Executive Suite - Visari's Throne Room
For those of you interested in owning some new real estate in Playstation Home, you'll want to take a look at Visari's Throne Room from Killzone 2
The suite overlooks the war-torn world of Helghan and is lit by a murky sunset which sweeps in through the gothic windows. The new space will be available sometime after June.
E3 2009 Interview With Peter Dille
GameTrailers have an exclusive interview with Sony's Peter Dille discussing their content, the PSP Go among other interesting topics
It's an interesting interview for anyone who cares; which is naturally all of you seeing as you're on this site. The second part of the interview is after the jump.
News Media Molecule Release A Shadow Of The Colossus DLC Teaser
It's been a long time since Media Molecule's last full DLC pack of Metal Gear Solid 4 for LittleBigPlanet
But it looks like there's finally something new on the way... Shadow Of The Colossus. Feast your eyes on the wonderfully brilliant trailer above to see it for yourself.
News Early PSP Go Preorder Signs Suggest A Positive Response
There was some initial backlash to the PSP Go when the news leaked late last week
Even we couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed with the look of the system. Since then, it's really grown on us. It looks every inch the piece of quality hardware we come to expect from Sony. And according to PunchJump.com - consumers are reacting in much a similar...
News Take That Are Heading To The Playstation 3 & Playstation 2 With SingStar: Take That
The rhythm-music genre is never (ever) content with not pumping out another sequel
And SingStar: Take That is absolutely no exception. Set to launch later this year you'll be whipping out the ol' Singstar mics to bawl Gary Barlow's ballads on the Playstation 3 or Playstation 2. Let it shine.
News Sony Already Passing Playstation Motion Controller Kits Out To Developers
One thing that is paramount in making your new motion controllers a success is making sure that developers can go hands on with them
At the end of the day, purchasing power of the new peripheral will be dictated by the number of games that support it. Thankfully, Sony are all to aware of that, as Peter Dille confirmed development kits are already...
News Yamauchi: We Could Release Gran Turismo 5 Now
Eurogamer are reporting that Gran Turismo godfather Kazunori Yamauichi reckons the fifth iteration of the series is "at a point [where] we can release it any time we want"
"I want to release it as fast as I can," Yamauchi told us, "but GT5 for us, when you talk about its status, it's at a point we can release it any time we want, but...
News EA's John Riccitello: "Sony's Motion Tech Is More Instantly Accessible"
Faith
EA's CEO John Riccitello reckons Sony's Playstation Motion Controller will be more instantly accessible than Microsoft's "Natal" leap-of-faith: "It's a great bridge technology, that provides users with an brand new experience but one that doesn't require quite the leap of faith that Natal does. "It's certainly very compelling for a number of...
News Heavy Rain Not Pouring Until Q1, 2010
Unsurprisingly, Joystiq are reporting Heavy Rain has been pushed back until 2010
They cite concerns of the game getting "lost in the shuffle" as the main reason; with high-profile releases such as Modern Warfare 2 and Assassin's Creed 2 planned for the same timeframe. It's a disappointing but it makes sense. With Heavy Rain being such an...
News David Cage: Heavy Rain Won't Go Balls-Out Bonkers In The Second Half
We love Fahrenheit/Indigo Prophecy
It's probably the biggest reason for our Heavy Rain excitement. But if there's one criticism of Fahrenheit, it would be when it goes a bit bonkers. "That's absolutely not the case with Heavy Rain," explained Quantic Dream's David Cage, director of both the aforementioned Indigo Prophecy and forthcoming...
E3 2009 echochrono Drops The Third-Dimension, Replaces It With The Fourth-Dimension
The follow up to echochrome doesn't look like echochrome much at all
In fact, echochrono drops a whole dimension and adds colour. But worry not puzzle fans - that does not mean the game is going to be any easier than the last. Instead of having the third-dimension, echochrone will instead opt for the fourth-dimension, using the traits of time to...
News Killzone 2 v.1.27 Is Available Now, Includes "High Precision" Controls
Guerilla Games have announced that patch 1
27 for Killzone 2 is available for download now. The patch includes the "high precision" control mode we posted about earlier in the week. We'll be on hand to give some impressions on the new controls, and whether they lose any of Killzone 2's personality in the wake of making the game a CoD clone...
E3 2009 "Big Plans" For The Modnation Franchise
Modnation Racers impressed us no end during its demonstration at this years E3
When prompted by Joystiq on the possibility of a future "Modnation" franchise - think: Modnation Shooter, Modnation Golf, etc - United Front's William Ho claimed there were "big plans" for the franchise. Regardless of the future, we can't wait to find...
E3 2009 Take A Tour Of Sony's E3 2009 Booth With Jeff Gerstmann & Brad Shoemaker
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com</a> is officially our favourite video games website aside from PushSquare. So we decided, while other sites post up their booth tours, there is no better host than Jeff Gerstmann. Alas - here for your viewing pleasure is Jeff Gerstmann touring the ol' Sony booth.
E3 2009 Eye Pet Says, "Hey Peter Molyneux."
It's a shame to see Peter Molyneux's adventurous yet clearly entirely preposterous Milo demo steal the headlines that Eye Pet deserved a year ago
Here in this trailer you can see a clan of children interacting with the adorable Eye Pet in a range of ways. It's clearly not aimed at gamers like, well, us, but it still looks very cool.
First Impressions Uncharted 2: Among Thieves (Multiplayer Beta) on Playstation 3
We've read the comments everywhere: Uncharted 2: Among Thieves doesn't need multiplayer
Ever since our blow-out coverage of the multiplayer portion to Naughty Dog's super impressive third-person shooter the scepticism has been apparent. Thus, we're pleased to console those with milling anxiety - take our word for it; you're going to want to play the...
News The Last Guardian Is The "BBC Secret Game"
For years, BBC journalist Darren Waters has hyped a Playstation 3 exclusive as having the potential to deliver a "step change in what games consoles are capable of in terms of story-telling and immersion"
That game, eventually caused so much hype it was entitled the "BBC Secret Game". The journalist behind the hype has now confirmed that...
E3 2009 Gran Turismo PSP Gameplay Footage
Well, we guess this explains why Gran Turismo 5 has been in development forever; Polyphony Digital have been working on Gran Turismo PSP
And it looks amazing. This footage was captured off the showfloor by Gamekyo.com; their driving skills may need brushing up but - look-at-the-graphics!
E3 2009 Resident Evil Is Coming To The PSP
There's not really much we can say here, as the news was only mentioned in passing, but alas Jack Tretton confirmed at last nights E3 press briefing that Resident Evil is in development for the PSP
It sounds like it'll be a totally new entry into the franchise, and for that alone, we're stoked.
E3 2009 Fat Princess Is Coming To The PSP
Fat Princess is heading to the PSP in the form of Fat Princess: Fistful Of Cake
Further reinforcing that the PSP is going to have an absolutely bumper year the game will be a port of the PSN game (that's out this month) with some extra bits and bobs. New modes will include: Grim Ripper, Dilapidated, Demolition, and Jailbreak. 8-player multiplayer...
E3 2009 Modnation Racers Live Demonstration, Build A Race Track In 5 Minutes
Sony's E3 conference was packed with really memorable demos and trailers - but hell, if one thing has stuck with us through the night it's Modnation Racers
Mixing the playability of Mario Kart and the depth of LittleBigPlanet's level creation features; this game is right up our alley!
E3 2009 LittleBigPlanet PSP Revealed
The jewel in Sony's crown last year was LittleBigPlanet
With the "Play. Create. Share" mandate we've probably spent more time coming back to LittleBigPlanet than any other game. There's always something new to do, and you can't say that about many games. Having said that - creation can be time consuming. It's something I'd probably enjoy...
E3 2009 Motorstorm: Arctic Edge Trailer Looks Really Neat
We're big fans of the Motorstorm franchise - we suck at it, but we still love it
So the announcement of Motorstorm: Arctic Edge a few months back really excited us. And finally we get to see it in action. It looks really awesome. Anyone else still getting used to PSP trailers being shown within the PSP Go shell?
E3 2009 Uncharted 2: Among Thieves E3 Trailer
Oh man, an absolutely amazing trailer for Naughty Dog's upcoming Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
The biggest megaton of the trailer? Elena is back! Hell yeah.
E3 2009 New Heavy Rain Trailer Includes Story Elements
Quantic Dream's David Cage mentioned "The Silence Of The Lambs" as one of the inspirations behind Playstation 3 psychological thriller Heavy Rain - and that shines through in this trailer
The game will revolve around a shady individual known as "the origami killer" — how far will you go to save someone you love?
Feature E3 2009 Sony Conference Announcements: The Complete & Definitive Guide
Sony's E3 2009 conference was packed with many thrills and spills
No doubt you're trying to digest all the information that came out of the conference. Well we have the definitive guide prepared for you. Here's everything you need to know: E3 2009: Sony Reveal Motion Controller For Playstation 3 E3 2009: Sony Motion Controller Demonstration...
E3 2009 God Of War III Live Gameplay Demonstration
God Of War III was always going to look gorgeous, and this trailer proves that Sony Santa Monica will not disappoint you when the game lands this March 2010
E3 2009 Disney Content Coming To LittleBigPlanet
Ever dreamed of dressing Sackboy up as Captain Jack Sparrow or Mickey Mouse? Well, Sony today announced a partnership with Disney to bring content into LittleBigPlanet
Look out for more in the future.
E3 2009 Sony Motion Controller Demonstration Video
Without wanting to be total morons, we just want to say before you enjoy the above video - live demonstrations are so much better than pre-recorded ones Peter Molyneux
This technology is very impressive. It's interesting how all three of the hardware manufacturers have totally different motion controllers coming out.
E3 2009 Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Gameplay Demonstration
Naughty Dog would like you to know that Uncharted 2: Among Thieves beta starts tonight
But hey, they also want you to know that the single player is going to be more epic than any other game this year. Check out the footage.
E3 2009 MAG Demonstration With 256 Players
Zipper Interactive today showcased the first ever 256 MAG battle - live at their E3 conference
Employees were playing back home in Seattle to fill out the map. There was a real sense of strategy to the game with overhead maps and objectives being set by team leaders. The main thing is though: it works baby.
E3 2009 PSP Go Officially Announced, Will Retail At $249.99
Kaz Hirai officially unveiled the new PSP Go today, announcing the product would retail at $249
99 when it releases later this year. The system will have 16GB of Flash memory, a slide screen, blue tooth and built in Wi-Fi. Media Go was also announced allowing players to sync the content from their PC to the PSP with relative ease. Sense Me was also...
E3 2009 God Of War III Coming March 2010
Sony Santa Monica showcased a decent chunk of God Of War III at this year's E3, and typically the game looked absolutely amazing
However, they also announced that the game will be released March 2010, somewhat missing optimistic expectations the game will be available this year. To say it looks incredible would be an understatement.
E3 2009 Sony Reveal Motion Controller For Playstation 3
One of the most impressive demos from Sony's E3 2009 press conference was a live tech demo of their new motion controller
While the hardware wasn't finished, the controller represented 1:1 motion controls, allowing the player to handle guns or sports items. By integrating the Playstation Eye the PS3 is able to replace the wand that players are...
