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Online Storage for Game Saves Coming to PlayStation Plus
Posted by Susan Panico in Firmware, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Hardware, PlayStation Network, playstation plus, PS3, PSN on March 9th, 2011
Hey everyone – We’ve got an exciting new feature coming exclusively to PlayStation Plus subscribers. Included in the system software update (v3.60) coming tomorrow to PS3, PlayStation Network’s new online storage for game saves feature gives PlayStation Plus subscribers the capability to back up game save data to the cloud. Online storage for game saves is a great way for PlayStation Plus subscribers to ensure that their data files are secure and also for users who wish to access their files from other PS3 systems.
The new online storage feature allows gamers to store up to 150MB of game save data and a maximum of 1000 data files per PSN account. Users also have the ability to back-up “copy-prohibited save data,” and all previously saved data may be restored once per 24 hour period. When the new feature launches, most PS3 titles will be compatible with online storage for game saves, and moving forward, all new titles will have the capability to offer the storage option.
As I mentioned before, online storage for game saves functionality is included automatically for PlayStation Plus subscribers with system software update (v3.60), which will be available on March 10, 2011, and users can access their stored data on the XMB at any time. Additionally, users who save their files to the cloud can access their data on any PS3, using their PSN sign-in ID.
PlayStation Plus subscribers should turn on the auto-download feature to ensure that the update will begin downloading as soon as it’s available, so you can start backing up your game saves right away. If you aren’t already a PlayStation Plus subscriber, be sure to check out our bi-weekly post highlighting the free games, discounts and exciting exclusives we offer, in addition to the upcoming online storage for game saves feature.
Other minor features will also be added via system software update (v3.60). For more information please visit http://us.playstation.com/support/systemupdates/ps3/ once the update is live.
Mortal Kombat Demo 3D Hands-On: What You’ll Get On Tuesday
Posted by Sid Shuman in 3D, Demos, mortal kombat, netherrealm studios, PlayStation Games, playstation plus, PS3, PSN on March 4th, 2011
Sometimes, life is about the simple pleasures. The contented cooing of a sleepy puppy. The smell of freshly baked cinnamon rolls. The sickening crunch of Scorpion stomping your rib cage while an X-ray view displays the internal damage in real time. In 3D.
Yes, friends. I have played the Mortal Kombat PSN demo, and it is good. Comprised of four characters and two stages, the demo is a meaty preview of what to expect when the full game hits PS3 on April 19th (April 21st in the EU). PlayStation Plus subscribers are getting early access this coming Tuesday, March 8th (March 9th in the EU) and it’ll be delivered directly to your PS3 as long as you enable Automatic Downloads in your XMB settings. All other PSN users will be able to download the demo on Tuesday, March 15th.
The demo comes with four playable fighters: Johnny Cage, Mileena, Scorpion, and Sub-Zero. Fan-favorite Scorpion is nastier than ever, packing his trademark throwing spear (“Get over here!”) and a wicked new sword, while rival ninja Sub-Zero forges weapons from ice and shatters internal organs with a touch. Hollywood prima donna Johnny Cage hits below the belt, and sai-wielding mutant assassin Mileena makes no effort to hide her gleaming five-inch fangs. You’ll also get two environments: The Living Forest and The Pit, complete with its gruesome stage fatality.
Mortal Kombat’s stereoscopic 3D viewing mode is exclusive to the PS3, and I was lucky enough to try it on a massive 60’’ 3D Sony Bravia. Stereoscopic 3D lends an impressive sense of grandeur and scope — the environments seem to stretch on into infinity but don’t distract from the fighting. “We didn’t want 3D to change the basic mechanics or complicate things needlessly,” Mortal Kombat creative director and series co-creator Ed Boon told me. “Our 3D implementation makes the characters pop from the background a little more, and helps you focus on them.” By rendering the fighters in 2D for its stereoscopic 3D mode, Mortal Kombat’s action remains visible even if you’re not wearing 3D glasses. This is a handy detail if you’re playing with a group on a 3D TV and find yourself short of 3D glasses — everyone will be able to play and watch whether they wear 3D glasses or not. If you’re not wearing glasses, the 3D backgrounds will look a bit blurry but the characters will appear crisp and clean.
Gameplay-wise, the Mortal Kombat demo is loaded with special attacks, combos, juggles, and ultra-powerful X-ray attacks that will leave your opponents reeling (and your stomach heaving). The action is fast and satisfying, with a 2D, side-scrolling feel that’s much closer in spirit to MKII or MK3. A standout example lies in the glorious return of the turn-around kick, which is a powerful juggle combo starter where you jump over an opponent and kick after you clear his shoulder. Judging by my hands-on time, turn-around kicks — a staple of the classic games but downplayed in later entries — are back in full force. According to Boon, this is by design. “We know turn-around kicks are an essential ingredient this time,” Boon told me. With a little practice, I was able to easily perform my signature Scorpion combo from Mortal Kombat II: Turn-around jump kick, teleport punch, spear throw followed by an uppercut or combo for an easy 25-30% damage. Not bad, but I’m sure some of you can do much better!
The Mortal Kombat demo supports two modes: One-on-one Versus battles (the final game supports two-on-two tag battles as well), and a short single-player Ladder mode. Protip: Completing that Ladder mode in the PSN demo unlocks a jaw-dropping video montage of the final game, complete with glimpses of new fatalities, returning characters, and impressive new stages. I won’t spill any secrets, but consider that video to be required viewing.
Oh, and one more thing: The “Toasty” guy is back. I’ve seen him! Have any questions about the features or feel of the upcoming PS3 Mortal Kombat demo? I’ll be delighted to provide further information, just ask away in the comments.
Coming to PlayStation Plus: Exclusive Mortal Kombat Demo, PSN Gamers’ Choice Award Winners, and Prince of Persia Full Game Trial
Posted by Grace Chen in PlayStation Network, playstation plus, PlayStation Store, PSN on March 3rd, 2011
Hi everyone,
March is chock-full of exclusives for PlayStation Plus subscribers. We’re excited to share that over the next two weeks, our subscribers will be receiving two full game trials, an exclusive demo for Mortal Kombat, and discounts on the PSN Gamers’ Choice Awards winners. So let’s get to the meat of this thing and jump straight into our two upcoming PlayStation Plus publishes.
Brush up on your “finishing moves” because on Tuesday, March 8, PlayStation Plus subscribers will be able to download the Mortal Kombat demo.
That’s one week before it’s available to everyone via PlayStation Store.
Battle your way through this fighting adventure and experience the joy of the once-controversial, uber-gorey fatalities. The Mortal Kombat demo will also be offered as an Auto Download, so PlayStation Plus subscribers should have their automatic download feature turned on.
The demo includes four playable characters: Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Johnny Cage and Mileena, along with their Fatalities and X-Ray Attacks; two environments: The Pit and The Living Forest; single player and one-on-one versus modes; and stereoscopic 3D support.
Tell us: which Kombatant will you be fighting as first?
In addition to Mortal Kombat, we are offering a 50% discount on the PSone import Mega Man 3, and 50% discounts on the PSN Gamers’ Choice Awards winners. You voted, and we’re happy to be offering exclusive access and a 50% discount on the Best PSP Game, Best PSN Exclusive Game and Best mini. We’re also offering the Qore March Single Episode to all PlayStation Plus subscribers for free!
On March 15 in our regular publish we will be offering two full game trials: Prince of Persia (Ubisoft) and MAG (SCEA). In Prince of Persia you’ll combat various enemies as they attempt to take over and cleanse ancient Persia of corruption. In MAG (Massive Action Game) you’ll travel to the year 2025 and put your weapons to full use as you lead a private military company through “The Shadow War.”
As always be sure to check the full list of new items as well as items that are being taken down from the PlayStation Plus storefronts below:
PlayStation Plus Highlights for 3/8:
Featured Games
- Mortal Kombat Demo (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
- PSN Gamers’ Choice Award winner: Best PS3 Game (TBD) (50% discount)
- PSN Gamers’ Choice Award winner: Best PSN Exclusive Game (TBD) (50% discount)
- PSN Gamers’ Choice Award winner: Best PSP Game (TBD) (50% discount)
- PSN Gamers’ Choice Award winner: Best Mini (TBD) (50% discount)
Featured Qore Episode
- Qore March Episode 34 – Single Episode (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $2.99)
Discounted Games & DLC
- Mega Man 3 (PSOne) (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)
PlayStation Plus Highlights for 3/15:
Full Game Trial
- Prince of Persia
- MAG
Discounted Games & DLC
- Boom Beats PlayStation minis (PlayStation Plus price $1.50, regular price $2.99)
Featured Themes & Avatars
- Okami Avatar Bundle (Exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers for $0.49)
- Pocket Fighter – Sprite Avatar Bundle (Exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers for $1.99)
- Street Fighter Avatar Bundle (Exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers for $1.99)
- Dragon Girl Theme (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
- Virtual Fireplace (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Last Chance, Get Them While You Can – Coming down on March 8:
Featured Offers to PlayStation Plus Subscribers
- PlayStation Move Heroes Demo
Discounted Games/DLC
- Sky Fighter (PlayStation Plus price $2.50, regular price $4.99)
- Stacking (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $14.99)
- Qore February Episode 33 – Single Episode (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $2.99)
- POCKET FIGHTER – SPRITE – FELICIA AVATAR (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $0.49)
- POCKET FIGHTER – SPRITE – KEN’S THUMBS-DOWN AVATAR (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $0.49)
- POCKET FIGHTER – SPRITE – MORRIGAN AVATAR (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $0.49)
- POCKET FIGHTER – SPRITE – RYU AVATAR (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $0.49)
- POCKET FIGHTER – SPRITE – SAKURA AVATAR (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $0.49)
- POCKET FIGHTER SPRITE – AKUMA AVATAR (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $0.49)
Last Chance, Get Them While You Can – Coming down on March 15:
Featured Offers to PlayStation Plus Subscribers
- Mortal Kombat Demo
- Femme Abstraction Theme
- Snowman Dynamic Theme
- Chinese New Year of the Rabbit Dynamic Theme
- MAG Demo
Discounted Games/DLC
- Let’s Golf PlayStation minis (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $0.99)
- R.U.S.E – Pack of the Sun (PlayStation Plus price $7.49, regular price $9.99)
- Gravity Crash (PlayStation Plus price $5.00, regular price $9.99)
- Crash Bandicoot (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)
- MAG Starter Kit (PlayStation Plus price $7.50, regular price $14.99)
Update: the MAG full game trial has been moved from 3/15 to 3/29, and the MAG demo will remain up until 3/29.
Coming to PlayStation Plus: Sonic the Hedgehog, Spyro: Year of the Dragon, and ModNation Racers Full Game Trial
Posted by Grace Chen in modnation racers, PlayStation Network, playstation plus, PlayStation Store, PSN, spyro the dragon on February 16th, 2011
Hi everyone,
Hope you all had a nice Valentine’s Day. We’re continuing to spread the love around PlayStation Plus into March with four featured games, an early access demo for Playstation Move, and a discount on another PlayStation Network exclusive title – all coming to you on March 1.
As mentioned in an earlier post about the arrival of the SEGA Genesis Collection, PlayStation Plus subscribers will get Sonic the Hedgehog for free and one month early from when it will be released to the rest of the PlayStation Network! Not that it needs much of an introduction, but SEGA is reviving the classic adventures as Sonic battles Dr. Robotnik for control of South Island. Speed through classic levels like “Green Hill Zone” as you unlock trophies in this piece of gaming history. The SEGA Vintage Collection also includes Streets of Rage 2, Golden Axe 2, Altered Beast and many more – all free for PlayStation Plus subscribers.
In addition to Sonic the Hedgehog, we are offering downloads of a sequel of one of our favorite PSone series and a full game trial of one of our signature “Play, Create, Share” titles. We’re happy to release Spyro: Year of the Dragon, from Insomniac Games, which is the third installment in the PSOne series. This is a great follow up for any PlayStation Plus subscribers who downloaded Spyro the Dragon and Spyro 2: Ripto’s Rage. Also, be sure to download the full-game trial for ModNation Racers, developed by United Front Games. With the highly active community there are tons of mods, karts and tracks to download and try out. PlayStation Plus subscribers will also get early access to the demo for PlayStation Move Heroes. Explore the familiar landscapes from the smash hit franchises Ratchet and Clank, Jak and Daxter, and Sly Cooper – ripped apart and rebuilt for the PlayStation Move Motion Controller.
Finally, our update includes a discount of 80% off on Blast Factor – one of the first PlayStation Network exclusives – and downloads for Enigmo (the new mini from Pangea Software) and Pix’n Love Rush, which are both being offered to PlayStation Plus for free two weeks prior to their release to the rest of the PlayStation Network.
As always be sure to check the full list of new items as well as items that are being taken down from the PlayStation Plus storefronts below:
PlayStation Plus Highlights for 3/1:
Full Game Trial
- ModNation Racers
Featured Games
- Sonic the Hedgehog (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
- Spyro Year of the Dragon (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $5.99)
- Enigmo (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
- Pix’n Love Rush (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $2.49)
- PlayStation Move Heroes Demo (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Discounted Games & DLC
- Blast Factor (PS3) (PlayStation Plus price $2.00, regular price $9.99)
Featured Themes & Avatars
- Liquid Metal Static Theme (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $1.49)
- Viewtiful Joe Avatar Bundle (10 avatars) ($0.99 and Exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Last Chance, Get Them While You Can – Coming down on March 1:
Featured Offers to PlayStation Plus Subscribers
- Digger HD
- Karimogi
- Spyro 2: Ripto’s Rage
- Atomic Blast Static Theme
Discounted Games/DLC
- Mega Man 2 (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)
- Kung Fu LIVE (PlayStation Plus price $11.99, regular price $14.99)
- Fat Princess (PlayStation Plus price $7.50, regular price $14.99)
- Fat Princess PSP (PlayStation Plus price $10.00, regular price $19.99)
- Blacklight Tango Down (PlayStation Plus price $7.99, regular price $9.99)
SEGA Genesis Collection Coming Exclusively to PlayStation Plus Subscribers for FREE!
Posted by Grace Chen in PlayStation Games, playstation plus, PS3, PSN, sega, sega genesis collection on February 16th, 2011
Hi everyone –
Gaming has come a long way since it became popular with the release of the Atari 2600. As the industry continued to build steam over the years that followed, we saw some iconic classics emerge. One publisher, SEGA, has definitely had its fair share of games that brought mass appeal in the early stages of gaming.
Whether it was our favorite blue hedgehog or playing couch co-op as two centurions tried to free Zeus’ daughter, SEGA created some of the most defining titles in video game history. Now, the SEGA Genesis Collection is coming to PlayStation Store. Starting March 29, SEGA will be rolling out the SEGA Genesis Collection, including Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Altered Beast, and more. All six of these titles will be playable on the PlayStation 3 and will include trophies. As a special gift and exclusive offer for our PlayStation Plus subscribers, the upcoming games (an almost $30 value) will be available two weeks early and free for one month each to download. To kick off the event, Sonic the Hedgehog will be available a full four weeks early on March 1 to PlayStation Plus subscribers!
View the full list of titles below (including release dates) and enjoy jumping into some gaming nostalgia.
PlayStation Plus Releases (free)
- Sonic the Hedgehog – Available March 1 – April 5
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2 – Available April 5 – May 3
- Streets of Rage 2 – Available May 3 – May 31
- Golden Axe 2 – Available May 31 – July 5
- Comix Zone – Available July 5 – August 2
- Altered Beast – Available August 2 – August 30
Regular PlayStation Store Release ($4.99 each)
- Sonic the Hedgehog – March 29
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2 – April 19
- Streets of Rage 2 – May 17
- Golden Axe 2 – June 14
- Comix Zone – July 19
- Altered Beast – August 16
Coming to PlayStation Plus: Free Day One Download of Stacking and Exclusive Demos for Killzone 3 and Yakuza 4
Posted by Grace Chen in killzone 3, PlayStation Network, playstation plus, PSN, pure, stacking, yakuza 4 on February 3rd, 2011
Hi everyone,
We’re excited to share that over the next two weeks, our subscribers will be receiving a download of a highly anticipated PlayStation Network game and demos for two upcoming PlayStation 3 exclusives. With that said, let’s jump into our two upcoming PlayStation Plus publishes.
Tim Schafer and the brilliant minds over at Double Fine are releasing Stacking next Tuesday, and PlayStation Plus subscribers are getting a free download of the game the day it hits the PlayStation Store! Take control of Charlie Blackmore, a small matryoshka dolls, as you explore the diorama-like levels. Much like previous Double Fine games (Costume Quest & Psychonauts), expect some great humor and gameplay in this new adventure title.
Along with Stacking, PlayStation Plus subscribers are receiving exclusive demos to two upcoming PlayStation 3 exclusives. On February 8, we will be releasing a special PlayStation Plus update giving all PlayStation Plus subscribers exclusive access to a single player demo for Killzone 3. Killzone fans will get the first look at how the war between the ISA and Helghast has changed now that the fight has been moved to the Helghast’s homeland. The demo will be an Auto Download, so make sure you have the feature enabled (Check this post for more info on Automatic Downloads). On February 15, in our regular publish, we will be offering a demo for the upcoming sequel to SEGA’s Yakuza series, Yakuza 4. Fans of the series will get a taste of the criminal underbelly of Japan as four playable characters.
We are also offering a download of Let’s Golf, a golfing PlayStation minis title from Gameloft, a full game trial of ATV Pure, and several discounts on PSN games DLC, including new downloadable content for R.U.S.E. and Crash Bandicoot.
With the special publish coming up next Tuesday, be sure to check the full list below for all the items that are going up and being taken down for the PlayStation Plus publishes:
PlayStation Plus Highlights for 2/8:
Automatic Download
Killzone 3 Single Player Demo (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Featured Game
Stacking (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $14.99)
Featured Qore Episode
Qore February Episode 33 (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $2.99)
Featured Avatars
Pocket Fighter Avatars (x6) (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $0.49 each)
PlayStation Plus Highlights for 2/15:
Full Game Trial
ATV Pure (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Featured Demo
Yakuza 4 Demo
Featured Games
Let’s Golf – Playstation minis (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $4.99)
Discounted Games & DLC
Blacklight Tango Down (PlayStation Plus price $7.99, regular price $9.99)
R.U.S.E. – Pack of the Sun (PlayStation Plus price $7.49, regular price $9.99)
Gravity Crash (PS3) (PlayStation Plus Price $5.00, regular price $9.99)
Crash Bandicoot (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)
MAG Starter Kit (PlayStation Plus price $7.50, regular price $14.99)
Featured Themes & Avatars
Devil May Cry 4 Avatar Bundle (18 avatars ) (Exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers for $1.99)
DarkStalker Avatar Bundle (13 avatars) (Exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers for $0.99)
Femme Abstraction Theme (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Snowman Dynamic Theme (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Chinese New Year Dynamic Theme (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Last Chance, Get Them While You Can – Coming down on February 8:
Featured Offers to PlayStation Plus Subscribers
Qore January Episode 32
Last Chance, Get Them While You Can – Coming down on February 15:
Featured Offers to PlayStation Plus Subscribers
Killzone 3 Single Player Demo
Hero of Sparta – PlayStation minis
Argyle Girls Theme
Hockey Theme
Discounted Games/DLC
Mega Man (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)
Juiced 2 PSP (PlayStation Plus price $10.00, regular price $19.99)
R.U.S.E. – The Chimera Pack (PlayStation Plus price $5.24, regular price $6.99)
Coming to PlayStation Plus: Tales from Space: About a Blob Auto Download Demo, Digger HD, and Select PSN-Exclusives on Sale
Posted by Grace Chen in digger hd, fat princess, kung-fu live, PlayStation Network, playstation plus, PSN, tales from space: about a blob on January 19th, 2011
Hi everyone,
We’re building up some momentum in 2011 with our second PlayStation Plus publish of the year, offering three featured games along with a handful of discounts on PlayStation Network exclusive titles – all coming to you on February 1. Mix in an automatic download that gives early access to an upcoming PSN-exclusive, and this update is sure to have something for everyone.
Kicking off this PlayStation Plus update with an auto download of a demo of Tales from Space: About a Blob, PlayStation Plus subscribers will be getting the first look. This upcoming PlayStation Network game developed by DrinkBox Studios follows a race of alien Blobs that encounter a foreign planet and are looking to devour everything. As a reminder, PlayStation Plus subscribers can turn on the Automatic Download feature under “System Settings” on the XMB. This feature will update your PS3 with firmware updates, patches to recently played games and other select videos or game demos.
In addition to the early access to Tales from Space: About a Blob, we are also discounting several PlayStation Network exclusives. PlayStation Plus subscribers will receive 50% discounts off both versions of Fat Princess, the comical, multiplayer brawler. After storming the castle with your friends, be sure to download Kung-Fu LIVE for 20% off. You too can join Jeff and Rey as you show off your Kung Fu skills with this new PlayStation Eye game. PlayStation Plus subscribers will also be able to download a full game trial of Assassin’s Creed II Deluxe Edition, which includes the two DLC sequences (Battle for Forli and Bonfire of the Vanities).
Finally, we are also offering three featured games on the next PlayStation Plus publish, including the updated classic Digger HD from Creat Studios; the new mini from StormBASIC Games, Karimogi; and Spyro 2: Ripto’s Rage, a great follow up to our previous featured title, Spyro the Dragon.
Be sure to check the full list of new items as well as items that are being taken down from the PlayStation Plus storefronts below:
PlayStation Plus Highlights for 2/1:
Full Game Trial
Assassin’s Creed II Deluxe Edition
Automatic Downloads
Tales from Space: About a Blob Demo (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Featured Games
Digger HD (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $9.99)
Spyro 2: Ripto’s Rage (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $5.99)
Karimogi (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $2.99)
Discounted Games & DLC
Fat Princess (PS3) (PlayStation Plus price $7.50, regular price $14.99)
Fat Princes PSP (PlayStation Plus price $10.00, regular price $19.99)
Mega Man 2 (PSone Import) (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)
Kung Fu LIVE (PS3) (PlayStation Plus price $11.99, regular price $14.99)
Featured Themes & Avatars
PlayStation Plus Dynamic Theme (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Junebug Bench Static Theme (Free and exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Ghouls and Ghost Avatar Bundle (17 avatars) (Exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers for $1.99)
Bionic Commando Rearmed Avatar Bundle (10 avatars) (Exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers for $0.99)
Atomic Blast Static Theme (Free to PlayStation Plus Subscribers)
Last Chance, Get Them While You Can – Coming down on February 1:
Featured Offers to PlayStation Plus Subscribers
Lead & Gold: Gangs of the Wild West
Spyro the Dragon
Pipe Madness – minis
Underwater Disco Theme
Discounted Games/DLC
MX vs. ATV Reflex PSP (PlayStation Plus price $15.00, regular price $29.99)
Tom Clancy: H.A.W.X. 2 – All In One Pack (PlayStation Plus price $7.49, regular price $9.99)
Modern Combat: Domination (PlayStation Plus price $5.99, regular price $7.99)
Coming to PlayStation Plus: Discounts on Scott Pilgrim vs. The World and Modern Combat: Domination
Posted by Grace Chen in modern combat: domination, PlayStation Network, playstation plus, PSN, scott pilgrim vs the world on January 5th, 2011
Hi everyone,
Hope you all had a fun and safe holiday!
While everyone was away enjoying the holidays (and hopefully some new gaming gifts), we were working hard to ensure that the momentum keeps rolling with PlayStation Plus. With that said, let’s jump into some of the new content that will be coming to PlayStation Plus on January 18.
Kicking off the PlayStation Plus update on January 18 are discounts on two PlayStation Network titles, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World and Modern Combat: Domination. Play as Scott Pilgrim as he fights his way through Ramona’s evil exes in what Spike called the Best Adapted Video Game (Note: This 50% off discount is available for one week only). We are also offering a 25% off day one discount on Gameloft’s upcoming shooter, Modern Combat: Domination. Jump into Modern Combat: Domination with the PlayStation Move and experience total immersion into a modern war experience.
Along with both those discounts, we are also offering a 25% off day one discount on new DLC for Ubisoft’s real time strategy title, R.U.S.E., and a free download of Hero of Sparta, a popular PlayStation mini from Gameloft. More free themes and an exclusive Mega Man 10 avatar bundle also round out our next update.
This week is an especially good time to join PlayStation Plus as we are offering over $60 in free items, including downloads of Sam & Max, Lead & Gold, Crash Team Racing, Spyro the Dragon, and more. Along with these titles, we are still offering our free three-month offer for subscribers who purchase a year of PlayStation Plus. Also, look for PlayStation Plus subscription cards at major retailers, including Best Buy, Wal-Mart, GameStop and Target.
As always, check out the list below for items that are expiring from PlayStation Plus. There are several items coming down, so be sure to download them before it’s too late.
Are you new to PlayStation Plus and looking for more info on the service? Check out this post for more information.
Here are the highlights for the update coming to PlayStation Plus subscribers on January 18:
PlayStation Plus Highlights for 1/18:
Featured Games
Hero of Sparta (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $4.99)
Discounted Games & DLC
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (PlayStation Plus price $5.00, regular price $9.99)
Modern Combat (PlayStation Plus price $5.99, regular price $7.99)
Juiced 2 (PSP) (PlayStation Plus price $10.00, regular price $19.99)
R.U.S.E. – The Chimera Pack (PlayStation Plus price $5.24, regular price $6.99)
Featured Themes & Avatars
Mega Man 10 Avatar Bundle (Exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers for $1.99)
Argyle Girls Theme (Free to PlayStation Plus Subscribers)
Hockey Theme (Free to PlayStation Plus Subscribers)
Sonic 4 Dynamic Theme (Free to PlayStation Plus Subscribers)
Last Chance, Get Them While You Can – Coming down on January 18:
Featured Offers to PlayStation Plus Subscribers
Burn Zombie Burn Home Item
Sam & Max: The Devil’s Playhouse (Episodes 1-5)
A Space Shooter for 2 Bucks
Fieldrunners
Crash Team Racing
PlayStation 15th Anniversary Dynamic Theme
Dead Nation Avatar Hero
Dead Nation Avatar Heroine
Hustle Kings PSN Avatar Bundle
Discounted Games/DLC
Battlefield 1943 (PlayStation Plus price $8.99, regular price $14.99)
Tomb Raider III (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)
Flow PSP (PlayStation Plus price $5.99, regular price $7.99)
Marvel Super Hero Squad PSP (PlayStation Plus price $15.00, regular price $29.99)
Coming to PlayStation Plus: Lead & Gold: Gangs of the Wild West and Spyro the Dragon
Posted by Grace Chen in lead and gold, PlayStation Network, playstation plus, PSN, spyro the dragon on December 22nd, 2010
Hi everyone,
After nearly six months, we continue to see PlayStation Plus grow and deliver compelling content for PlayStation gamers. Over these past six months, we have seen some great content introduced — from the DC Universe Online beta to the NHL GameCenter LIVE Application — that is expanding the offerings for all subscribers. Now we are looking to continue that trend through 2011 with new offerings.
In the first week of 2011, we are publishing three featured games, giving gamers a look at a classic, a throwback from 2010, and an exclusive mini from an indie developer. First, we’ll be taking gamers back to Insomniac’s second game ever developed for the PSone, Spyro the Dragon. Take part in the first iteration of a classic franchise with a free download of the PSone classic. Also, we’ll be offering a free download of Lead & Gold: Gangs of the Wild West, a third person multiplayer shooter set in the wild west. Finally, we’ll be offering Pipe Madness, a minis title developed by The Bearded Ladies Consulting (known for Landit Bandit), exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers for two weeks.
Also, for those looking for that special gift for your gamer friends and family, we are still offering our promotion giving full year subscribers an extra three months of PlayStation Plus. This is a great gift that will continue to give throughout the year.
Finally, a quick reminder to pick up content that we will be removing content from the PlayStation Plus storefront, including the DC Universe Online Beta and sales on Sonic 4 Episode 1 and Dead Nation. Be sure to see the full list below and download the items before they are removed.
Check out the full update coming to PlayStation Plus subscribers on January 4 below:
PlayStation Plus Highlights for 1/4:
Featured Games
Lead & Gold: Gangs for the Wild West (Free for PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $14.99)
Spyro the Dragon (Free for PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $5.99)
Pipe Madness – Minis (Free and exclusive for PlayStation Plus Subscribers)
Discounted Games & DLC
MX vs. ATV Reflex PSP (50% off) (PlayStation Plus price $15.00, regular price $29.99)
Tom Clancy: H.A.W.X. 2 – All In One Pack (25% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.49, regular price $9.99)
Featured Themes & Avatars
Underwater Disco Theme (Free for PlayStation Plus members, regular price $1.49)
Rival School Avatar Bundle (Exclusive to PlayStation Plus members for $1.99)
Last Chance, Get Them While You Can – Coming down on January 4:
Featured Offers to PlayStation Plus Subscribers
DC Universe Online Beta
Smoke and Mist Theme
Tron: Evolution Black Guard Multiplayer Skin
Vector TD
Discounted Games/DLC
Sonic 4 Episode 1 (PlayStation Plus price $7.49, regular price $9.99)
Dead Nation (PlayStation Plus price $11.99, regular price $14.99)
Tom Raider: The Last Revelation (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)
Twisted Metal 2 (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)
SNK Titles on Sale for PlayStation Plus and SEGA Holiday Sale Starts Tomorrow
Posted by Grace Chen in PlayStation Network, playstation plus, PlayStation Store, PS3, PSN, sega, snk on December 20th, 2010
Hi everyone,
As the holidays inch closer, the PlayStation Store decided to partner with two publishers who shaped many gamers’ youths –SNK and SEGA. Both have released some of most noteworthy titles of the 1990s, including Sonic the Hedgehog and King of Fighters. SEGA has done a great job of bringing some of their most popular titles along with revitalizing one of our favorite blue hedgehogs and now SNK is following in their footsteps.
As an early holiday gift, both of these publishers will be offering sales on a handful of great PSN titles. SNK will be offering PlayStation Plus subscribers a 20% discount on all SNK games when they release in tomorrow’s PlayStation Store update. Also, SEGA will be holding a sale that includes some of their newer releases, such as Valkyria Chronicles 2, Phantasy Star Portable 2, and the re-release of Sonic Adventure. All these items can be found in the “Featured Publishers” category on the games section of the PlayStation Store. See the full list below:
SNK Discounted Titles
- Alpha Mission (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
- Art of Fighting (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
- Baseball Stars Professional (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
- Fatal Fury (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
- League Bowling (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
- Magician Lord (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
- Metal Slug (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
- Samurai Showdown (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
- Super Sidekicks (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
- The King of Fighters ’94 (20% off) (PlayStation Plus price $7.19, regular price $8.99)
SEGA Discount Titles
- After Burner Climax (sale price $4.99, original price $9.99)
- Gunstar Heroes (sale price $2.99, original price $4.99)
- Sonic Adventure (sale price $4.99, original price $9.99)
- Sonic Adventure DX Upgrade (sale price $1.99, original price $4.99)
- Sonic The Hedgehog Episode 1 (PlayStation Plus price $7.49, sale price $9.99, original price $14.99)
- Football Manager Handheld 2010 (sale price $15.99, original price $39.99)
- Iron Man (sale price $15.99, original price $19.99)
- Phantasy Star Portable 2 (sale price $15.99, original price $39.99)
- Sega Genesis Collection UMD Legacy (sale price $9.99, original price $15.99)
- Valkyria Chronicles 2 (sale price $15.99, original price $39.99)
Still looking for more great games to play over the cold winter break? Be sure to check the previously released dedicated storefronts for Disney, EA, Sony Online Entertainment and TikGames, which hold some of the best downloadable games and DLC released on the PlayStation Store.
Have a great holiday!