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Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines™

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:42:04 GMT

For the first time, become a Master Assassin on the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system with Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines™. Follow the story of Altair immediately following the events of Assassin’s Creed and track down the last of the Templars who have fled the Holy Land and retreated to the Island of Cyprus.

Use Altair's signature moves against intuitive enemies
Free-run and climb everywhere in an open-world
Altair and his environments are beautifully rendered to maximize the PSP system’s visual capabilities
Unlock and share exclusive content when you connect your PSP® system to Assassin's Creed II on PS3®.

Dragon Age: Origins™

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:20:18 GMT

From the makers of Mass Effect, Baldur’s Gate, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic comes BioWare's deepest RPG to date that spins an epic tale of violence, lust, and betrayal. Engage in bone-crushingly visceral combat against massive creatures and foes as you make complex moral decisions and sacrifice everything to save mankind.
Features:

A Stunning World to Explore: BioWare’s deepest universe to date with over 80 hours of gameplay and more than double the size and scope of Mass Effect
‾ Travel throughout dozens of environments and fully immerse yourself in a shattered world that is on the brink of utter annihilation
‾ An epic story that is completely shaped and reactive to your play style

Complex Moral Choices: There are no easy choices
‾ Tailor your Dragon Age: Origins experience from the very beginning by choose from six different Origin Stories
‾ Decide how to handle complex issues like murder, genocide, betrayal, and the possession/sacrificing of children without the security of a good/bad slider to tell you what to do

Full Character Customization: Sculpt your hero in your own image or fantasy
‾ Elaborate character creator allows you to create your own hero unique from anyone else
‾ Shape your character’s personality and morality based on the choices you make throughout the game

Engage in Bone-Crushing, Visceral Combat: Battle against massive
‾ Unleash legendary powers and choose from over 100 different magical spells and skills
‾ Experience the adrenaline rush of brutal combat, beheading your foes or casting spells that make enemies explode from within

"It's the best RPG of the year -- and maybe the best of the HD era." 1UP, Review Score: 100
"BioWare has once again struck RPG gold" GamePro, Review Score: 5/5
"The fantasy RPG you've been waiting for" GameSpot, Review Score: 95
"Incredibly deep and expansive... with a ton of re-playability and an incredibly vivid world..." IGN, Review Score: 90
“One of the most addictive and expansive RPG’s” Game Informer, Review Score: 9/10

Pinball Heroes

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:11:36 GMT

Classic arcade pinball action in the palm of your hands. With multiple Pinball Heroes pinball tables to download - each one based off of a different hit Playstation franchise - you'll always have a new challenge to conquer. So whether you’re a casual gamer or a true pinball wizard, Pinball Heroes for the PSP gives you authentic arcade pinball experience - anytime and anywhere.

Features:

Classic Arcade Style Pinball Gameplay – anytime and anywhere
4 Tables available for download – each based on a blockbuster Playstation title

Pinball Heroes: Uncharted
Pinball Heroes: Pain
Pinball Heroes: Hot Shots Golf
Pinball Heroes: High Velocity Bowling

Intuitive Pick-Up and Play Controls

STAR TREK: D-A-C

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:11:36 GMT

Star Trek®: D-A-C is a fast-paced, top-down space shooter inspired by the new motion picture. This pick-up and play game allows you and your friends to choose from five classes of starships (including the all-new U.S.S. Enterprise flagship class) and battle it out online! Command the large and durable Flagship, the nimble Fighter, the devastating Bomber, the indispensable Support Frigate, or obliterate hostiles with the powerful Missile Cruiser. Each ship class has their own unique strengths and capabilities. But be careful, as each of these classes also have their weaknesses, and only the best commanders will be able to minimize these shortcomings. Enlist in Starfleet or join the Romulan Empire as you battle with up to 11 friends. Engage the enemy in unique game play modes, including: Online Versus, Online Co-op, and Survival mode, a single player experience that pits the player against wave after wave of Romulan enemies and features exciting new Super Special Pickups, unique enemy ship classes, and more. Choose your side, fire your weapons, boldly go!

F1 2009™

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:26:41 GMT

F1 2009 is the first in a new generation of FORMULA 1 video games featuring Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso, Sebastian Vettel and all the official drivers, teams and circuits from the FIA FORMULA 1 World Championship series by Codemasters®, the developer and publisher of award-winning racing video games, under its exclusive worldwide agreement with Formula One Administration Limited.

New aerodynamic regulations, the return of slick tires and the introduction of KERS are set to make 2009 the most exciting season to date and F1 2009 will be every bit as thrilling. A fully licensed, authentic and challenging FORMULA 1 experience, F1 2009 will take gamers as close as possible to the most spectacular motorsport on the planet.

FEATURES:

The most authentic F1 experience: A comprehensive recreation of the world’s most spectacular motorsport, F1 2009 takes PSP racing to a whole new level of immersion and authenticity.

Be Lewis Hamilton: F1 2009 is the first game to feature World Champion Lewis Hamilton, plus all the other drivers of the 2009 FIA FORMULA ONE World Championship. Pick your favorite star and take on the world!

All the officially licensed cars for the 2009 FIA FORMULA ONE World Championship season: Whichever F1 team you follow they will be present, fully licensed and fully playable in F1 2009 from the Ferraris and McLarens to the all new Brawn GP team.

All the tracks for the 2009 FIA FORMULA ONE World Championship Season: Take to the tarmac on all 17 2009 season tracks, including Monaco, the Singapore night race and the all new Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, all realized in meticulous detail.

Grand Prix Weekend: Get the full race weekend experience, including practice sessions, qualifying and race day or jump straight into a Quick Race. The choice is yours.

Ad hoc co-operative and head-to-head multiplayer: Go wheel to wheel with up to three friends in a quick race or alternatively take on the two player challenges or an entire season in co-operative mode.

Bite-sized challenges: Take on a host of quick play challenges that will test your driving skills - ideal for a wait at the bus stop.

Vehicle Damage: F1 2009’s realistic damage model accurately simulates the dramatic effects of mid-race collisions.

KERS integration: New boost system fully useable in-game, plus aero-dynamic changes incorporated to make 2009 the most exciting FORMULA 1 season and game ever.

Full grid: Experience all the thrills of race day as you jostle for position at breakneck speeds against the full grid of 20 cars.

Pit stops: Full pit-stop integration allows you to alter your strategy mid-race to refuel and repair damage incurred.

Pit Radio: Your team provides vital race information and strategic advice over the radio as you drive your way to the front of the pack.

Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier™

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:26:41 GMT

The dynamic duo Jak and Daxter are back in an all-new adventure on PlayStation 2 that picks up the action where the previous trilogy left off. Whether battling Sky Pirates in a customizable aircraft or blasting Aeropeans with the punishing Gunstaff weapon, Jak and Daxter’s journey will take them beyond the edge of the Brink – and into a war bigger than they ever could have imagined.

Key Features

First ever Jak and Daxter adventure on the PSP

Classic Jak and Daxter action platforming adventure

Customizable weapons, vehicles, and all new dark powers

Never before seen characters and locations of the Jak and Daxter universe

Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier™

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:26:41 GMT

The dynamic duo Jak and Daxter are back in an all-new adventure on PSP™ that picks up the action where the previous trilogy left off. Whether battling Sky Pirates in a customizable aircraft or blasting Aeropeans with the punishing Gunstaff weapon, Jak and Daxter’s journey will take them beyond the edge of the Brink – and into a war bigger than they ever could have imagined.

Key Features

First ever Jak and Daxter adventure on the PSP

Classic Jak and Daxter action platforming adventure

Customizable weapons, vehicles, and all new dark powers

Never before seen characters and locations of the Jak and Daxter universe

Ghostbusters™: The Video Game

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:28:52 GMT

Who you gonna call? The Ghostbusters are back in Ghostbusters™: The Video Game! Join the Ghostbusters team as a new recruit in an all-new adventure to save NYC from its latest paranormal plague. Equipped with a variety of unique equipment gizmos and gadgets, players hunt, fight and capture a wide range of ghosts in an all-new funny and frightening adventure.

Assassin’s Creed® II

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:03:39 GMT

Assassin's Creed II is an epic story of brotherhood, vengeance and conspiracy set in the pristine, yet brutal backdrop of 15th century Renaissance Italy. Our new hero, Ezio Auditore da Firenze, befriends Leonardo da Vinci, takes on Florence's most powerful families and ventures throughout the canals of Venice where he learns to become a Master Assassin.

Open-world mission structure with immense variety
Utilize an arsenal of weapons and gadgets designed by Leonardo da Vinci
Purchase weapons, upgrades and favors from crowd using a new economic system
Unlock and share exclusive content when you connect Assassin's Creed II on PS3® to Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines on PSP®

Buzz Quiz World Bundle edition

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:07:27 GMT

BUZZ!™ Quiz World is the ultimate quiz show experience that puts you and up to 8 of your friends in the contestant trivia hot-seat. Define quiz experiences by customizing and personalizing the game the way they want to play. Choose a short or long game and select your favorite round types and question topics. Utilizing the fun and easy-to-use wireless buzzers helps players to top off this totally immersive quiz show experience.

Make the game you want to play – BUZZ! Quiz World features over 5,000 new general knowledge questions including hundreds of pictures and videos.
New rounds and new contestant characters add more fun to your quiz. Dump your friends into the goo in the new ‘Over the Edge’ round, or prey on your opponent’s knowledge in ‘On the Spot.’
Go online with the enhanced ‘Sofa Vs. Sofa’ mode and challenge the nation, or the world!
Download extra premium quiz packs exclusively from PlayStation®Network and extend your quiz experience.
Create your own quizzes with MyBUZZ! about any topic imaginable and add them to your game. The quizzing now need never end!
PlayStation®Eye support allows you to take pictures during your BUZZ! games at key moments and relive your highs, lows and glorious victories!
Like to take your trivia on the go! An exclusive PSP version of Buzz! Quiz World is also available for download on the PlayStation®Network

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare® 2

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:07:27 GMT

On November 10, 2009, Infinity Ward’s Modern Warfare® 2 will strike worldwide. The most-anticipated game of the year and the sequel to the best-selling first-person action game of all time, Modern Warfare 2 continues the gripping and heart-racing action as players face off against a new threat dedicated to bringing the world to the brink of collapse.

Epic Single Player Campaign
Epic single-player campaign picks up immediately following the thrilling events from Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare.
Special Ops Co-operative
An entirely new gameplay mode which supports 2-player co-operative play via online or split screen that is unique from the single player story campaign.
- Special Ops pits players into a gauntlet of time-trial and objective-based missions.
- Rank-up as players unlock new Special Ops missions, each more difficult.
- Missions include highlights from the single player campaign, fan favorites from Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare and all new, exclusive missions.
Multiplayer Reinvented
Setting a new bar for online multiplayer, Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer delivers a host of new enhancements including customizable killstreaks, evolved Create-a-Class, and much, much more yet to be revealed.

LittleBigPlanet (PSP®)

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:22:59 GMT

PLAY, CREATE, SHARE...Everywhere.

LittleBigPlanet's critically acclaimed "PLAY, CREATE, SHARE" experience, makes its way to the PSP system with a completely new Sackboy adventure. Platform through 35+ levels and collect prize bubbles, costumes, and "CREATE" materials. CREATE your own levels and challenges with the easy to use POP-IT tool. Once complete, SHARE your creations in ad-hoc mode or post them to the community pool in infrastructure mode.

Key Features

Experience a completely new LBP Adventure!
"Play" 35+ Action Packed Platforming Levels
"Create" your own PSP creations
"Share" your creations via both Ad-hoc and Infrastructure Mode

BUZZ!™ Quiz World

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 22:54:32 GMT

Make the game you want to play – BUZZ! Quiz World features over 5,000 new general knowledge questions including hundreds of pictures and videos.
New rounds and new contestant characters add more fun to your quiz. Dump your friends into the goo in the new ‘Over the Edge’ round, or prey on your opponent’s knowledge in ‘On the Spot.’
Go online with the enhanced ‘Sofa Vs. Sofa’ mode and challenge the nation, or the world!
Download extra premium quiz packs exclusively from PlayStation®Network and extend your quiz experience.
Create your own quizzes with MyBUZZ! about any topic imaginable and add them to your game. The quizzing now need never end!
PlayStation®Eye support allows you to take pictures during your BUZZ! games at key moments and relive your highs, lows and glorious victories!
Like to take your trivia on the go! An exclusive PSP version of Buzz! Quiz World is also available for download on the PlayStation®Network

Star Wars Battlefront™: Elite Squadron™

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:14:40 GMT

Fight the classic Star Wars™ battles any way you want and any where you want!

Fight epic all-in-one battles spanning ground, space and capital ship battlefronts. Use classic Star Wars vehicles to travel from the ground, up into the air and then into space where you will continue the battle among, and even aboard, enormous Capital Ships. Immerse yourself in an engrossing original story campaign that spans the entire Star Wars saga and beyond, plus engage expanded gameplay features like deeper character customization, hundreds of unlockable achievements, new multiplayer stats, deadly new weapons, new heroes and villains, new Star Wars worlds and much more!

Planet 51

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:19:59 GMT

Join the space race as you explore the world of Planet 51 and test your skills in a series of action-filled adventures based on the hit family movie. Race and chase as you complete tasks and evade the Army in an incredible array of hover vehicles. Take control of the main characters from the movie –Astronaut "Chuck" Baker, his alien friend ‘Lem’ and trusted robot companion R.O.V.E.R– utilizing their special abilities and skills. With numerous missions, minigames and multiplayer action, players will relive memorable movie moments as well as discovering new environments and missions created exclusively for the videogame!