SCEE has revealed the release date to God of War: Ascension for PAL regions, and details about the game’s Special and Collector’s editions. The special editions will both include a steelbook game case, the official soundtrack, dynamic theme and avatar packs.
LittleBigPlanet Karting’s 7th November release date is coming up fast, but you can pre-order your copy beforehand. Sony has revealed two sacktastic pre-order bonuses for the game: the Game Maker’s Pack and Headstart Pack.
The PS3 has some top titles coming out over the next year and a half. Over 20 PlayStation exclusive titles are scheduled for release on the PS3, PS Vita and PSN over the next 12 months, 12 of which will be released before the end of the year.
Sony and SuperBot has revealed that Konami’s Raiden from the Metal Gear Solid series will join the PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale roster. The new character will be officially reveal at The Penny Arcade Expo (also known as PAX) in Seattle, which takes place from August 31st until September 2nd, and confirms the previous leaked information.
PlayStation Plus members in Europe now have access to the Ratchet & Clank: QForce public beta. The beta client can be downloaded from the PlayStation Store and gives players access to a tutorial mode and limited competitive multiplayer modes.
SuperBot and SCEE will be opening up PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale to the public in September, but for a limited time only. The beta test will be across both the PS3 and PS Vita between September 11th and September 18th 2012. The beta is opt-in, so you will need to sign-up for a chance to get access before the game is released.
New PS3 games are available on the European PlayStation Store this week. Gamers can also find the PES 2013 playable demo, new DLC content and a selection of new themes, avatars, wallpapers and more. Unfortunately, there is no new PS Vita or PSP content this week, except for the PSOne Classic titles for the Vita.
San Diego Studio has revealed that PlayStation Move title, Sports Champions 2, will be released in PAL regions in October 2012. In about two months, gamers will be able to enjoy sports new to the series, including Skiing, Boxing, Tennis, Golf, Bowling and Archery.
Tomorrow, August 30th, PlayStation Home opens its doors to its first RPG, Mercia: Fractured Realms, which will be free to play. Players can choose between three character classes, and customise their armour, weapons, and spells to suit their style.
Next month, PlayStation Plus subscribers will be getting 1GB of online cloud storage, new games in the Instant Game Collection, and discounts on titles too. Borderlands will be added to the Instant Games Collection on September 4th 2012, with 50% off all DLC for the title.
