A new PSP Firmware Update will soon be available. Bring the system software to version v6.35, the minor update prepares the PSP system for the upcoming launch of “Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity” – a new, cloud-based, digital music service from Sony that will give music lovers access to millions of songs stored and synchronized through the cloud.
US PlayStation Store Update for November 23rd 2010
Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 Storefront)
- Worms: Battle Islands ($24.99)
- Bomberman ($11.99)
US PlayStation Store Update for November 23rd 2010
PlayStation Network Stock Up for Winter Sale
- Top Gun – Sale (PS3) (now $7.49, original price $14.99)
- PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap – Sale (PS3) (now $3.49, original price $6.99)
- Deathspank – Sale (PS3) (now $7.49, original price $14.99)
- Gundemonium Collection – Sale (PS3) (now $7.49, original price $14.99)
- Joe Danger – Sale (PS3) (now $7.49, original price $14.99)
- Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker – Sale (PSP) (now $19.99, original price $39.99)
- Fat Princess: Fistful of Cake – Sale (PSP) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
- Groovin’ Blocks PSP – Sale (PSP) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
- Dissidia Final Fantasy – Sale (PSP) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
- Dante’s Inferno PSP – Sale (PSP) (now $19.99, original price $39.99)
- Monopoly – Minis – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $2.49, original price $4.99)
- Young Thor – Minis – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $2.49, original price $4.99)
- Hero Of Sparta – Minis – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $2.49, original price $4.99)
- Alien Zombie Death – Minis – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $1.99, original price $3.99)
- Fieldrunners – Minis – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $3.49, original price $6.99)
PSP System Software Ver. 6.35
Games
- System software stability during use of some PSP format software titles has been improved.
Music
- Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity has been added as a feature under Music.
- Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity is a subscription service that allows you to enjoy your favourite music on your PSP system, PlayStation 3 system, PC, and other supported devices.
Gran Turismo 5 Patch v1.01 Available to Download
Ahead of the official release date for Gran Turismo 5, a patch for the title has been released. The game isn’t officially out until tomorrow, but the patch enables the online portion of the game and adds lots of new features mainly revolving around the internet community.
Get 50% of Selected PS3, PSP and Minis Titles Until November 29th 2010
The PlayStation Network team is celebrating the holiday season with some great deals on PS3, PSP, and minis titles. But you’ll need to act quickly, as the PlayStation Network “Stock Up for Winter Sale” is only available for one week – November 23-29. You can great titles like Joe Danger and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker at 50% off.
VUDU Application Available Now
If you live in the US, you can now download the VUDU application which allows you to stream cinema-quality movies in the comfort of your home theater, complete with full 1080p HD with 5.1 Dolby Digital Plus sound. The movies are available on-demand and you only pay for the movies that you watch. Also, when you sign up for a VUDU account, you will receive a $5.99 credit on your account for one free HD rental.
Gran Turismo 5 Collector’s Edition Unboxed
Your copy of GT5 should be on its way to you if you’ve pre-ordered it (you might already have it sitting at home). If you ordered the US Collector’s Edition of the game, check out the video below to see what to expect. The US version of the Collector’s Edition is far superior to that found in Europe.
FirstPlay Episode 34 Details
This week’s episode of FirstPlat comes with a free Minis title, and also includes reviews of Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit, PlayStation Move titles TV Superstars, The Fight: Lights Out, Time Crisis: Razing Storm, and The Shoot. In the Network Highlights section you can find a personal take on the pleasures and pitfalls of scoring games, and a review of FIFA 11‘s online offering.
Development On PS3 Version of Final Fantasy XIV Now Complete
Since Final Fantast XIV was delayed on the PS3 a few months back, we haven’t heard much about the game. Citing “memory issues”, the PS3 version of Final Fantasy XIV was delayed to March 2011. But according to the latest issue of Famitsu, however, Square Enix has finished development of the PS3 version and is looking to make a fresh start for the MMO.