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NGP to feature Live Area user interface; incorporates Trophies, Friends and more

Travis Bruno
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NGP to feature Live Area user interface; incorporates Trophies, Friends and more

Rather than using the old XMB that users of the PSP have grown used to, the new NGP will feature what Sony is calling the Live Area. This new user interface will provide users with an easy to access menu of a variety of different features, such as Trophy viewing and launching games from as well.

A few noticeable actions are able to be seen on the Live Area as well such as the fact that there now will be a friends list and the ability to message your friends easily with just a few simple taps of the buttons. Also seen is something called the Near feature. There is also your standard browser and photo option as well which users have come to expect but it is interesting to see that Sony has went an entirely new route with their interface.

PlayStation Suite and Store coming to Android phones

Travis Bruno
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It says a lot about how far cell phones have come when they can be used to play a variety of different PlayStation 1 games. And thanks to Kaz Hirai’s announcement at Sony’s conference, Android phones will soon be able to do this courtesy of their PlayStation Suite. The PlayStation Suite will be able to provide PlayStation content onto Android phones via a PlayStation Store that will also be released alongside the Suite for download.

Hirai stated in his announcement that Sony “will first emulate the first generation PSP titles to be available on PS Suite devices.” Then on the screen in the background there were a variety of PS1 games shown such as; Cool Boarders 2, Syphon Filter, Rally Cross, Wild Arms, and Medievil. No news on how much these will cost individually but we do know that the Playstation Suite will be available some time near the end of the year.

PSP 2 Officially Announced; Out This Holiday Season in Japan…

Dustin Spencer
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PSP 2 Officially Announced; Out This Holiday Season in Japan…

Over at the big Sony Press event happening right now, the much expected announcement of the PSP2 was officially revealed to the public. Code-Named the NGP (Next Generation Portable), the device will be available this holiday season in Japan and while not dated for the rest of the world, we will most likely see a release sometime in early 2012 based on history alone.

The NGP will have 2 real analog controls (goodbye stubborn nubs), and will also have a stylus to control the screen as well. At the event, Uncharted was being shown on the device and while it is hard to make out based on the live screenshot (via Kotaku Japan), that is exactly what is playing on the device above and it honestly looks quite stunning. Uncharted is expected to be one of the portable’s launch titles along with “many other popular Playstation franchises” being added in which have yet to be announced.

Here is an actual image of the NGP which was captured at the event as well:

Also announced was the impressive GPS and 3G capabilities that will be built in to the unit. The NGP is looking great right now even more specs are being announced. Check back for even more information as we will bring it to you once we hear it.

Mad Catz will release Gears of War 3 accessories

J. Bradshaw
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Just as with the first two games in the Gears’ franchise, Mad Catz will also be supplying peripherals for the next game in the series. Controllers, headsets and accessory’s for Gears of War 3 will be in production in Holiday 2011.  They will have the exclusive rights to the brand.

“We are delighted to extend our relationship with Epic Games and look forward to creating a distinctive range of accessories for the next release of one of the most successful franchises in the industry’s history,” said Darren Richardson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mad Catz.  “Our Gears of War agreement is consistent with our strategies to align Mad Catz with the industry’s most popular and anticipated game titles and to develop and globally distribute high-value products that enhance the gaming experience.  Gears of War is a marquee relationship for Mad Catz and helps us further grow and diversify our industry-leading portfolio of branded video game accessories.”

“Mad Catz has a history of successfully leveraging the Gears of War brand to bring high value accessories to market and elevate the game’s excitement and reality.  We are excited to work with them again on what we expect will be one of the biggest video game releases of all time,” said Jay Wilbur, Vice President, Epic Games.

Sonic Colors Soundtrack is out today

Dylan Radcliffe
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Sonic Colors Soundtrack is out today

“Vivid Sound x Hybrid Colors” is the name of the new Sonic Colors original soundtrack. This soundtrack is available today to download from digital distribution on the Apple iTunes Store in North America, EU & Japan.

The album features all 82 tracks from the game, including the opening theme “Reach For The Stars” with vocals by Cash Cash, a pop-rock band from New Jersey, USA, and “Speak With Your Heart”, the distinctive ending theme.

Orchestral themes recorded in Amsterdam and in-game music are also featured, showcasing an exciting hybrid of analog and electronic tracks.

“Vivid Sound x Hybrid Colors” allows the listener to enjoy music tracks which illustrate the speed and colorful sound reminiscent of the “Color Power” action from the game.

Yeah… most of that was just the press release doing the talking for me… but you get the idea!

Individual tracks: $1.29 / £0.99
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Per Disc: $9.99 / £7.99

Tracks are available via Wave Master Entertainment on the iTunes store.



MotoGP 10/11 – New screens & a release date for Europe

J. Bradshaw
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MotoGP 10/11 – New screens & a release date for Europe

MotoGP 10/11 is scheduled for a March 18, 2011 release date in Europe.  In February, a demo on the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 will be available to download.  The demo will include GP heroes Danny Pedrosa or Andrea Davizioso on the Mugello circuit in a Championship race or in a Time Trial.  Fully customized player assist features can be tweaked to your liking, just like in the full game.  Capcom has also released several new screenshots for the game.  Check them out below and get your engines started.  This is the most realistic bike experience on the market today.

New bill in the US could impose labels on games

J. Bradshaw
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U.S. Congressman Joe Baca  has introduced the Video Game Health Labeling Act, a bill that would require a warning label on all games rated T or higher.  The original bill’s text misidentified the ESRB as the Electronics Software Rating Board.  It seems somebody didn’t do their research .

The label would read: “WARNING: Excessive exposure to violent video games and other violent media has been linked to aggressive behavior.”   Of particular note is the fact that a recent study done in Australia has found no clear link between real world aggression and the playing of video games.

“Just as we warn smokers of the health consequences of tobacco, we should warn parents – and children — about the growing scientific evidence demonstrating a relationship between violent video games and violent behavior,” Rep. Frank Wolf said in a statement. “As a parent and grandparent, I think it is important people know everything they can about the extremely violent nature of some of these games.”

The  bill currently is currently being considered by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, although it is not a priority.  Even if the bill is passed, it would still take quite a bit of force in the legislation to pass the bill.

Get your own grave stone in Silent Hill: Downpour

Travis Bruno
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Bit of a morbid contest but regardless of that fact, Konami is looking for people with artistic ability to take a crack at designing grave stones and monuments. This means that, if you so wish, you can draw and design a grave stone and submit it to Konami for them to choose which ones they like. Then on February 10th they will release their six favorite grave monuments and allow the public to vote on which three they should use within the game.

Though the announcement of this contest does have a small restriction however. The announcement states: “Since this is a new chapter in the Silent Hill saga, sculptures must be original works and not based off of existing characters or creature designs.” This means that regardless of your attachment to past characters or past monsters, they will not be allowed to be voted on or even considered. That doesn’t mean you can’t draw them anyways for fun however.

Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked coming in the Summer

Travis Bruno
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While it may seem like a bit of a simple way to make your first entry into the 3DS library, Atlus’s Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked will be released in the United States this Summer. Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked is a 3DS port of the original Devil Survivor that came out on the DS, hence the addition of Overclocked to the name.

There are a number of different enhancements to the game itself, such as menus that feature 3D demons that will fly out of the screen at the player, an eighth day added to the end of the story, and voice acting implemented throughout the whole game. Sure some people may feel a bit cheated out for playing a game with just a few additions, but it looks to be worth it as far as any fan of the Shin Megami Tensei series will see.

Oregon Trail leads Carmen Sandiego to Facebook

Travis Bruno
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Who hasn’t played Oregon Trail and had their characters die of dysentery, or doesn’t remember the good old days when they played, or watched, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? Well both of those childhood memories can be refreshed now as Facebook will be adding these two apps posted early next month. Darius Kazemi, who is the developer of the two titles alongside The Learning Company, is responsible for releasing this information and he himself loved the fact that he was able to work on games so reminiscent of his childhood.

Two trailers were released alongside this information, one for each game. February 2nd will be when The Oregon Trail will be released while February 9th will see the return of Carmen Sandiego. Catch the trailers for both Facebook games below.

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