The XMB has become a common interface for Sony’s devices, first appearing on the PSX (in Japan) before becoming the standard OS on the PSP and PS3. Sony’s 2013 range of TV sets boast a new, revised version of the same interface.
Namco Bandai latest JRPG has entered the UK Games Chart in top position. Ni No Kuni debuts as the top selling title this week, pushing former No. 1 title Call of Duty: Black Ops II down to third place, while FIFA 13 stays steady in second.
Sony has released a teaser trailer for a big announcement on February 20th 2013. If this isn’t teasing the PS4, we don’t know what is. The trailer, titled #PlayStation2013, is for the 2013 PlayStation meeting being held in New York in a few weeks time. The video gives little away, but it’s clear the meeting will focus on the future of PlayStation, including next-gen.
Looking forward to God of War Ascension this March? If you can’t wait that long, IGN has released a video featuring over 30 minutes of the gameplay, starting right from the start of the game – spoilers and all. The footage is a direct feed from the near-finished game, and you can see just how amazing the game looks.
The hightly anticipated Grand Theft Auto V has been delayed according to Rockstar. Originally due for release this Spring, the open-world title has been pushed back to September 2013. In fact, Rockstar has revealed a firm release date for September, instead of just a release window.
New PS3 and PS Vita games are available on the European PlayStation Store along with new DLC. A large number of new PS2 Classics have also been available on the Store, including GTA: Vice City. Sound Shapes demo is available on both the PS3 and PS Vita, and a new PS Minis title is available too.
Trion Worlds have announced the release date of open-world MMO shooter, Defiance, as well as releasing an all-new live action trailer. The game is tied to the TV show of the same name, debuting on the Syfy channel on April 15th 2013. Set in St. Louis, the series will chronicle the lives of humans and aliens in St. Louis.
New games and DLC content is available on the US PlayStation Store this week including PS2 classic GTA: Vice City and new fishing sim Let’s Fish! Hooked On on the PS Vita. New PlayStation Plus content is available too and a demo of upcoming game Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time is available for both the PS3 and PS Vita.
January is almost over, but SCEA have one last update for PlayStation Plus subscribers. Adding to the list of free games already added to the Instant Game Collection this month, Sony will be adding Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus for the PS Vita in today’s store update.
