Wednesday, October 6, 2010

PSN Update -- 'So, to be Clear, We're Just Getting PSOne Imports Now Right?' Edition

If thst is the case, it's better than nothing... I guess...

Anyhoo- This week also brings Alien Breed (which I heard a few good things about), some sale stuff, and a bunch of Gladiator Begins add-ons. Overall not too shabby.



PlayStation Plus


Wired Skulls Theme (Free & Exclusive to PlayStation Plus Subscribers)
Bubble Trubble (Free to PlayStation Plus Subscribers)
Qore Episode 29: October (Single Episode) (Free to PlayStation Plus Subscribers)
Wakeboarding HD Dynamic Theme (Free to PlayStation Plus Subscribers)
Heavy Rain Origami Dog Avatar (Free to PlayStation Plus Subscribers)

Discounts
Alien Breed: Impact (PlayStation Plus Price $11.24, original price $14.99)
Wakeboarding HD Game w/ Dynamic Theme (PlayStation Plus Price $7.99, original price $9.99)

Discounted PS one Games
PS one Imports
Arcade Hits: Outlaws of the Lost Dynasty (PlayStation Plus Price $3.00, original price $5.99)
Magical Drop F (PlayStation Plus Price $3.00, original price $5.99)

Updates


Wakeboarding HD w/ Dynamic Theme – (Special Offer bundled with Dynamic Theme $9.99)
Rayman – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $2.99, original price $5.99) **Part of the PlayStation 15th Anniversary Sale
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Resurgence Package – Sale (PS3) (now $7.49, original price $14.99)
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package – Sale (PS3) (now $7.49, original price $14.99)
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 French Resurgence Package – Sale (PS3) (now $7.49, original price $14.99) (Available to Canadian users)
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 French Stimulus Package – Sale (PS3) (now $7.49, original price $14.99) (Available to Canadian users)
Tetris – minis – Permanent Price Drop (PSP only) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Flying Tiger PSP Themes (x14) – Permanent Price Drop (now $1.49, original price $1.99)

Qore

Qore Episode 29: October ($2.99)
Episode 29 of Qore: Presented by the PlayStation Network provides a preview of the king of driving simulators — GT5, visits with Greg Goodrich, Executive Producer of Medal of Honor, introduces gamers to Gabriel Belmont in Konami’s Castlevania reboot and explores some unusual sights in Tokyo.
File size: 1.44 GB
Qore Episode 29: October Renewal ($19.99)
Qore: Presented by the PlayStation Network is a monthly interactive video production covering the world of PlayStation. Qore provides its audience with exclusive behind-the-scenes access to developers and their games, from both the SCE Worldwide Studios and the third-party community, where the audience member can freely navigate through the content.
**This special offer is only available to persons who are renewing their subscriptions.**
File size: 1.44 GB
Qore Annual Subscription – October 2010 ($24.99)
Qore: Presented by the PlayStation Network is a monthly interactive video production covering the world of PlayStation. Qore provides its audience with exclusive behind-the-scenes access to developers and their games, from both the SCE Worldwide Studios and the third-party community, where the audience member can freely navigate through the content.
File size: 1.44 GB

Downloadable Games

Deadliest Warrior: The Game ($9.99)
Deadliest Warrior: The Game allows you to choose from history’s greatest warriors, equip them with signature weaponry, and go head to head against the greatest fighters that ever lived. Deadliest Warrior features five play modes, customizable warriors, and true to life action with interactive environments. Sever limbs, decapitate heads, and taunt your enemy’s lifeless corpse to build up ranking points and compete on a global scale to become ‘The Deadliest Warrior.’
ESRB Rated M
File size: 897 MB
Alien Breed: Impact ($14.99)
Alien Breed: Impact is an explosive science fiction arcade-shooter that resurrects a much revered franchise with an epic story, swarms of highly intelligent alien enemies, high-impact weapons, rich environments, all implemented with superb technology. In addition to the thrilling single-player campaign mode, the game also offers an action-packed, local or online two-player co-operative battle mode.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 1.15 GB

Game Demos (free)

Topatoi Demo
topatoi for PlayStation 3 brings your screen to life with classic platform gameplay over a variety of dynamic levels. Start your journey through the colorful worlds of the Great Tree and try the Sky Pillar with this Demo. Unique platform gameplay on mysterious interactive world, as well as fun bonus levels playable alone, in split-screen or co-op modes, are all waiting for you in this Demo of Topatoi!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 320 MB
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow Demo
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow is a dark and vivid new re-imagining of the Castlevania mythology. It is the end of days and ungodly powers isolate the Earth. You are Gabriel Belmont, member of the Brotherhood of Light, armed with the Combat Cross to defend the living and destroy the dead. Play the demo now!
ESRB Rated M
File size: 1.52 GB
Deadliest Warrior: The Game Trial
Deadliest Warrior: The Game DEMO allows you to choose from 2 of history’s greatest warriors, equip them with signature weaponry, and go head to head against the greatest fighters that ever lived. Deadliest Warrior: The Game features five play modes, 8 customizable warriors, and true to life action with interactive environments. Sever limbs, decapitate heads, and taunt your enemy’s lifeless corpse.
ESRB Rated M
File size: 897 MB
Alien Breed: Impact Trial
A purpose-designed, trial section of Alien Breed: Impact, the explosive science fiction arcade-shooter that resurrects a much revered franchise on PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. Entitled the ‘Prologue’ – this specifically designed, free introduction to the game allows gamers to play in either thrilling single-player or relentless two-player local or online co-operative mode.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 1.15 GB

PS One Imports

Arcade Hits: Outlaws of the Lost Dynasty ($5.99)
Originally released in 1996 as Suiko Enbu in Japan, this is the original version in its Japanese splendor. This Data East classic provides fighting fans with a unique taste of that era’s best of genre. Non-Japanese speakers will be pleased to know that the game has English menus.
Please Note: This game is a direct import from Japan. Although text is limited, it is in the original Japanese language. Help with playing can be found at www.monkeypawgames.com
ESRB Rated T
File size: 100 MB
Magical Drop F ($5.99)
Released in Japan in 1999 with a subtitle translated as “The Big Adventure is not Easy”, this title was the last in the great Magical Drop series by Data East. Magical Drop brings the fast and furious action that you’d expect from this classic competitive puzzler.
Please Note: This game is a direct import from Japan. Although text is limited, it is in the original Japanese language. Help with playing can be found at www.monkeypawgames.com
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 298 MB

Add-on Game Content

WWE Smackdown VS Raw 2011 – Online Axxess ($9.99)
Online Axxess is available with redemption of a single-use access code on the back of the manual included with original retail purchase. If the Online Axxess code has already been redeemed, you can purchase Online Axxess or begin a free limited trial. Online Axxess includes Online multiplayer, WWE Community Creations, and free additional content with Chris Masters, and new attire for Kelly Kelly & Rey Mysterio. Visit wwe.thq.com for more details.
File size: 5.81 MB
EyePet – Robot Pack ($2.99)
The Robot Pack for EyePet brings the world of technology to your living room! You’ve never seen a virtual pet quite like this. EyePet! Download the new outfits today!
File size: 100 KB
EyePet – Fairy Pack (free)
The Fairy Outfit Pack for EyePet brings the magic of fairies to your PlayStation 3 system. You’ve never seen a virtual pet quite like this. EyePet! Download the new outfits today!
File size: 100 KB
BUZZ!: The 80′s Quiz ($5.99)
Relive the greatest moments of the 1980′s! Laugh and compete with your friends over trivia that defined the 1980′s in this BUZZ!: The 80′s Quiz question pack. This pack features hundreds of new questions to play in your favorite BUZZ!: Quiz TV and BUZZ!: Quiz World game modes for your PlayStation 3 system. Download this quiz pack today and turn your party into the ultimate trivia showdown.
File size: 53 MB
Sports Champions – Unlock All ($1.99)
Sports Champions Unlock All gives you INSTANT access to all the unlockable content you can get by playing through the game. This includes cups, challenge modes, locations, characters, and outfits for each of the six sporting events.
File size: 100 KB
Sports Champions – Haunted Pack ($4.99)
The Sports Champions Haunted Pack enhances the world of Sports Champions with the addition of three new playable characters and spooky equipment for all six sporting events.
File size: 100 KB
Medal of Honor – Online Pass ($9.99)
Unlocks the ability to access bonus content, including additional maps. Online Pass is non-transferable. Online features can be discontinued at any time with 30 days’ notice at www.ea.com/2/service-updates
File size: 100 KB
NHL 20th Anniversary Bauer Boost Pack ($6.99)
The 20th Anniversary Bauer Boost Pack includes 3 attribute boosts and exclusive gloves, stick and skates.
File size: 100 KB
Clash of the Titans: Athena’s Request Quest Pack ($9.99)
This downloadable content will allow players to experience the following additional quests: “A Bird in Hand” and “Songs of Enchantment”. Obtain new subweapons and rare gift items by clearing this quest.
File size: 200 KB

Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.
  • “Children of the Revolution″ – T. Rex ($1.99)
  • “Cosmic Dancer” – T. Rex ($1.99)
  • “Jeepster” – T. Rex ($1.99)
  • “Driver 8″ – R.E.M. ($1.99)
  • “It’s the End of the World As We Know It (and I Feel Fine)” – R.E.M. ($1.99)
  • “Living Well is the Best Revenge” – R.E.M. ($1.99)
  • “Radio Free Europe” – R.E.M. ($1.99)
  • “Stand” – R.E.M. ($1.99)
  • “Superman” – R.E.M. ($1.99)*
  • “These Days” – R.E.M.($1.99)
  • “What’s the Frequency, Kenneth?” – R.E.M.($1.99)
  • R.E.M. Pack 1 ($13.49) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: R.E.M Pack 1. This pack includes “These Days,” “What’s the Frequency Kenneth,” “It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine),” “Living Well Is the Best Revenge,” “Stand,” “Superman,” “Driver 8,” and “Radio Free Europe” by R.E.M. PLEASE NOTE: this song game track pack includes eight song game tracks at a discounted rate over individual purchases. Many Rock Band songs are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.
  • T.Rex Pack 1 ($5.49) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: T. Rex Pack 1. This pack includes “Jeepster,” “Chlidren of the Revolution,” and “Cosmic Dancer” by T. Rex. PLEASE NOTE: this song game track pack includes three song game tracks at a discounted rate over individual purchases. Many Rock Band songs are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com.
Rock Band Network
  • “Betty and Me” – Jonathan Coulton ($1.99)
  • “Death Quota for Purification” – The Myriad Burial ($0.99)
  • “Hey There Mr. Brooks” – Asking Alexandria ($1.99)
  • “Infected Nation” – Evile ($1.99)
  • “Shallow Waters” – Amberian Dawn ($1.99)
File size: 16 – 63 MB (Singles), 76 – 221 MB (Packs)
Def Jam Rapstar
The ultimate MC experience, DEF JAM RAPSTAR is the only music game that focuses exclusively on Hip Hop.
  • “Bad Boy For Life” – Diddy ($1.99)
  • “I’m So Hood (Remix)” – DJ Khaled ($1.99)
  • “Paid in Full” – Eric B. & Rakim ($1.99)
  • “Low” – Flo Rida ($1.99)
  • “All The Above” – Maino ($1.99)
  • “Rapper’s Delight” – Sugarhill Gang ($1.99)
File Size: 41 – 66 MB (Singles)

PlayStation Home

PlayStation Home Advanced Pack ($9.99)
Nearly 50 individual Home items — including one personal space — now available in this exclusive bundle pack at nearly 80% off the standard retail price!
File size: N/A

PlayStation Home Expert Pack ($14.99)
Over 50 individual Home items — including two futuristic personal spaces!
– now available in this exclusive bundle pack at 70% off the standard retail price!
File size: N/A

Avatars

Darkstalkers Avatars (x2) ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Mega Man 10 Avatars (x3) ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Street Fighter Avatars (x7) ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB

Game Videos (free)

Pulse 10/5 Edition
File size: 281 MB (HD), 488 MB (1080)
Dragon Ball Raging Blast 2 – Trailer #3
File size: 50 MB
ModNation Racers – Artists Spotlight: Kazunori Yamauchi (GT5)
File size: 90 MB (HD), 160 MB (1080)
Mafia II – Jimmy’s Vendetta Trailer
File size: 44 MB
Medal of Honor – High Value Target Trailer
File size: 78 MB

PS3 Themes

Soaring Toasters Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 936 KB

Wallpapers (free)

Swords & Soldiers – Viking
File size: 334 KB
Swords & Soldiers – Chinese
File size: 372 KB
Swords & Soldiers – Aztecs
File size: 279 KB
UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves GOTY Wallpaper 1
File size: 114 KB (SD), 656 KB (HD)
UNCHARTED 2: Among Theives GOTY Wallpaper 2
File size: 87 KB (SD), 475 KB (HD)
PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap Wallpaper # 4
File size: 125 KB (SD), 568 KB (HD)

PlayStation Store for PSP

Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Ben 10 Ultimate Alien: Cosmic Destruction ($29.99)
Take control of Ben and 16 alien heroes including powerful “Ultimate” versions of established aliens and all new alien heroes.
ESRB Rated E 10+
File size: 677 MB

PSP Minis (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Fort Commander: King’s Gambit – minis ($4.49)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 10 MB
Urbanix – minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 22 MB
Apache: Overkill – minis ($2.99)
ESRB Rated 4.9 MB
File size: E 10+
Actual Crimes: Jack the Ripper – minis ($3.99)
ESRB Rated T
File size: 85 MB
Shapo – minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 9.36 MB

Add-on Game Content (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Gladiator Begins – Oar (free)
This is Gladiator Begins DLC. Gladiator Begins lets you create and customize your own gladiator (male or female) to battle it out in the colosseum to try and earn enough money to buy your freedom.
File size: 449 KB
Gladiator Begins – Robot Gladiator (free)
This is Gladiator Begins DLC. Gladiator Begins lets you create and customize your own gladiator (male or female) to battle it out in the colosseum to try and earn enough money to buy your freedom.
File size: 592 KB
Gladiator Begins – Samurai Gladiator (free)
This is Gladiator Begins DLC. Gladiator Begins lets you create and customize your own gladiator (male) to battle it out in the colosseum to try and earn enough money to buy your freedom.
File size: 634 KB
Gladiator Begins – Stann Galea (free)
This is Gladiator Begins DLC. Gladiator Begins lets you create and customize your own gladiator (male or female) to battle it out in the colosseum to try and earn enough money to buy your freedom.
File size: 481 KB
Gladiator Begins – Tuna (free)
This is Gladiator Begins DLC. Gladiator Begins lets you create and customize your own gladiator (male or female) to battle it out in the colosseum to try and earn enough money to buy your freedom.
File size: 447 KB

Game Videos (free)

Pulse 10/5 Edition
File size: 47 MB