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It’s such a bizarre combination that it might just work – RPG specialist Obsidian is working on a new console RPG based on the cult Canadian South Park IP. The game is being developed in collaboration with THQ and South Park Digital Studios and is due for release in late …
Read More »Four game bundle kicks off PS3 Xmas ad campaign
Sony will tonight debut a new ad on British TV that represents the beginning of its multi-million pound PlayStation Christmas campaign. Tonight’s spot highlights a four game PS3 bundle that includes a 320GB console and copies of Battlefield 3, FIFA 12, Uncharted 3 and Gran Turismo 5 for 259.95. Ads …
Read More »Vita support comes to Japanese Orochi engine
Middleware allows for multi-platform development between Sony's next-gen handheld and PS3
Read More »Gran Turismo 5 Spec II retail release confirmed
A bonus version of Gran Turismo 5 will zoom to Japan next year but Sony says it has no plans for a UK release at the moment. Spec II is a boxed release that includes the full Gran Turismo 5 PS3 racing game along with all of its downloadable content, …
Read More »Zavvi changes exclusive MGS HD contents
The Metal Gear Solid HD Collection Ultimate Edition has reappeared on Zavvi with different extras, though the game is now sold out. Earlier this week the 69.99 special edition vanished from the online retailer’s website but now it’s back with new contents. Buyers will now receive a steelbook case, an …
Read More »Sony readies PS3 for Vita launch
A new firmware update will add Vita functionality to PlayStation 3 this week. Sony has announced the imminent system software update, v4.00, will enable PS3 owners to use their console as a content hub for the upcoming handheld, according to the PlayStation Blog. They will be able to share games, …
Read More »Finalists named in Game Connection dev contest
Winner to receive PS3 and Vita dev kits and support from Sony
Read More »King of Fighters XIII ad campaign revealed
Rising Star Games has outlined the marketing plans for King of Fighters XIII with a community-driven campaign. The Xbox 360 and PS3 fighting game has received a major Facebook and Twitter campaign, support at fighting tournaments across Europe and presence at this year’s MCM Expo, GamesCom, Paris Games Week and …
Read More »UK Catherine release gets reversible cover
Publisher Deep Silver has announced that the European version of bizarre erotic puzzle game Catherine will include a reversible cover. One side will showcase Katherine, the loving and devoted partner of protagonist Vincent, while the other will display the sexy Catherine. The game has already achieved cult status overseas, thanks …
Read More »Vita will stream ALL PS3 games
Reports have emerged which claim Sony will at some stage release a firmware update for PS3 that will allow the upcoming PlayStation Vita to stream any game from the system. Eurogamer reports that for back-catalogue titles Vita will only be able to display a resolution of 480×272, though this will …
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