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Sony has confirmed the existence of a PlayStation eBook system – but it is far more advanced than originally thought. Wonderbook uses PlayStation Eye to let fans "explore and interact with books like never before," says PlayStation CEO Andrew House. As part of the concept, PlayStation has teamed-up with Harry …

An Assassin’s Creed III PS3 hardware bundle was announced at Sony’s E3 press conference today. Following a new trailer for the game, Sony US chief Jack Tretton announced a close partnership with publisher Ubisoft. The new bundle features a game, the console, plus exclusive DLC. It follows news that a …

Sony revealed some extra little details about the already announced Call of Duty Vita game. The title was only mentioned briefly. But Sony US boss Jack Tretton said the game is coming this year and is called Call of Duty: Black Ops Declassified. The extra information came as part of …

The full Assassin’s Creed experience is making its handheld debut on October 30th. The game has been built from the ground-up for Vita and features tie-ins with the full console version. A special Vita bundle will be launched with the game, including a white crystal Vita. Assassin’s Creed III Liberation …

Sony says there will be 200 new PSN games available over the next 12 months. The firm pledged huge support to its digital network, revealing 12 free games being offered to PlayStation Plus members. "PlayStation Plus delivers an instant game catalogue to customers for $5 a month," says Jack Tretton. …

Sony’s Smash Bros-rival is also coming to PlayStation Vita, Sony has announced. New characters was also unveiled at the event including Big Daddy from the Bioshock series and Nathan Drake from Uncharted. It will feature cross-play with PlayStation 3. PlayStation All-Stars: Battle Royale was originally announced for PS3 in April. …

Paranormal journey from Heavy Rain developers stars actress Ellen Page

Quantic Dream boss David Cage has revealed his latest project at Sony’s E3 press conference: Beyond: Two Souls The game deals with death and the after life and stars movie star Ellen Page as Jodie Holmes. The game was rumoured earlier today. It is for PlayStation 3 and once again …

Lay offs timed to line up with E3

Ubisoft has announced a new IP called Watch Dogs. Platforms weren’t confirmed, although it looks likely to be a title for the next generation of consoles. The open-world game allows the player to hack electronics, lights, phones. It is a story-driven title, and is reminiscent of the Deus Ex series. …