Wednesday, March 9, 2011

PSN Update -- 'Dragon DaVinci' edition

There's a lot to like this week on the PSN, not the least of which are the two pieces of DLC listed in the title- Dragon Age 2 and Assassins Creed Brotherhood. DA adds The Black Emporium & The Exiled Prince, while Ezio tries to track down a missing Leonardo in Davinci Disappearance.

But that's far from all there is- There's an explosion of Disney PSOne classics this week (8 of them! Maybe not 8 of them that you'd want but still) as well as Ridge Racer 4 and some very nice add-ons and sale items for various titles.




PlayStation Plus

Featured Game Demo
  • Mortal Kombat Demo (Exclusive and free to PlayStation Plus subscribers)
PSN Gamers’ Choice Award Winners (Spring Fever Week #1)
  • Best PS3 Game: Castle Crashers (50% discount for PlayStation Plus subscribers, ends 3/22)
  • Best PSP Game: God of War: Ghost of Sparta (50% discount for PlayStation Plus subscribers, ends 3/22
  • Best PSN Exclusive Game: Dead Nation (50% discount for PlayStation Plus subscribers, ends 3/22)
  • Best Mini: Age of Zombies (50% discount for PlayStation Plus subscribers, ends 3/22)
The PSN Gamers’ Choice Award Winners are on sale for 30% off until 3/15, Plus subscribers get the games at 50% off until 3/22.
Featured Qore Episode
  • Qore March Episode 34 – Single Episode (Free to PlayStation Plus subscribers, regular price $2.99)
Discounted Games & DLC
  • Mega Man 3 (PSOne) (PlayStation Plus price $3.00, regular price $5.99)

Updates


Castle Crashers – Sale (PS3) (now $10.49, original price $14.99)
God of War: Ghost of Sparta – Sale (PSP) (now $27.99, original price $39.99)
Dead Nation – Sale (PS3) (now 10.49, original price $14.99)
Age of Zombies – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $2.50, original price $4.99)
Ricochet – Sale (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $7.99)
Kung-Fu Live (PSN Exclusive) – Sale (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Shift Extended – Minis – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $1.99, original price $3.99)

Qore

Qore Episode 34 – March ($2.99, free for PlayStation Plus subscribers)
Presented by the PlayStation Network ventures into the world of Dragon Age II, charts the story behind the soundtrack of inFAMOUS 2, sets its sights on Crysis 2, and jumps into the action of MotorStorm Apocalypse.
File size: 1.51 GB
Qore Annual Subscription – March 2011 ($24.99)
Qore: Presented by the PlayStation Network is a high-definition monthly interactive video production covering the world of PlayStation. Qore provides its audience with exclusive behind-the-scenes access to upcoming titles from both the SCE Worldwide Studios and the third-party developers across the globe.
File size: 1.51 GB

Downloadable Games

TestYourself Psychology($2.99)
Ever wondered who you really are and what you are better designed for? TestYourself is a series of interactive psychological tests that combine science and fun and give you real scientific analysis of each aspect of your personality and mentality! This first pack of tests, TestYourself: Psychology, analyzes two areas of your psychological structure — Nervous System and Intellect. Start reading this manual to you, you are worth the story!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 33 MB

Game Demos (free)

Bionic Commando Rearmed 2 – Network Demo
Capcom presents the next evolution in retro side-scrolling action with Bionic Commando Rearmed 2. Equipped with his famous bionic arm, Nathan “Rad” Spencer swings back into action in order to stop General Sabio from launching a deadly missile strike. Swing, leap, and shoot your way through lush new environments as you encounter countless enemies and huge bosses throughout the island of Papagaya.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 835 MB
Explodemon! Trial
The universe’s most destructive ‘hero’ is about to become its only hope. Explodemon is adrenaline-pumping retro platforming brought kicking and screaming into the modern age! Download the trial now and see for yourself!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 1.24 GB
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12 The Masters Demo
Ror the first time in EA SPORTS history, experience the Masters – golf’s greatest springtime tradition – in Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 12: The Masters. The demo will introduce you to the #1 most requested item in the history of the franchise – the Masters, and also let you preview several other ground-breaking updates such as: The Caddie Experience, New Career Mode, Mid-Round Saves, Fast Golf, and much more. Download today and start earning XP that transfers to the full game so you can be one step closer to becoming a Masters Champion!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 1.71 GB

PSone Classics

Disney’s Hercules ($5.99)
Play as Hercules and go from zero to hero! Battle through a series of action-packed levels to prove you are a true hero! Download this PSone classic today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 213 MB
Disney’s Peter Pan ($5.99)
Take part in a Never Land adventure! Join Peter Pan and The Lost Boys in this game based on the Disney classic. Download this PSone classic today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 350 MB
Disney’s Lilo & Stitch ($5.99)
Get ready for a Hawaiian adventure with Lilo and Stitch in this game based on the Disney classic! Download this PSone classic today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 272 MB
Disney/Pixar Toy Story Racer ($5.99)
Join all of the Toy Story crew in this fun racer! Use your power-ups and put the pedal down to cross the finish line first! Download this PSone classic today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 138 MB
Disney/Pixar Monsters, Inc. Scream Team ($5.99)
Join Mike and Sulley as they train to become some of the scariest monsters around! Do they have what it takes to become top Scarers? Download this PSone classic today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 386 MB
Disney/Pixar Toy Story 2 ($5.99)
Woody has been stolen by a scheming toy collector! Now, Buzz Lightyear must leave the neighborhood to save his best friend! Download this PSone classic today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 405 MB
Disney’s: The Emperor’s New Groove ($5.99)
Emperor Kuzco was turned into a llama by his loyal advisor! Now, he must team up with a simple citizen in order to return to the palace and reclaim the throne! Download this PSone classic today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 381 MB
Disney/Pixar A Bug’s Life ($5.99)
Play the role of Flik, a klutzy but inventive worker ant, as he searches for other insects to help defend his colony against the cruel grasshoppers! Download this PSone classic today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 479 MB
R4 RIDGE RACER TYPE 4 ($5.99)
Race in the Grand Prix and drift through every corner for that checkered flag win! Famous mascot, Reiko Nagase, waits to congratulate you at the finish line. Download this PSone Classic today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 352 MB

Add-on Game Content

Tales From Space: About A Blob – Blob Costumes ($2.99)
Customize your Blob’s appearance with the premium Blob Costume Pack! Look your best with the premium Blob Hats! Blob Hair! Blob Glasses! Blob Lips! Download the Blob Costume Pack today
File size: 100 KB
Dragon Age II – The Black Emporium (Online Pass) – Public Release ($9.99)
Come one, come all to the Black Emporium! There you’ll find many powerful artifacts, some for sale, and some for free! Hidden in the shop is a way to transform your body, face, hair and eyes — all new! Act now, and you’ll receive your own Mabari War Hound to call into battle.
File size: 14 MB
Dragon Age II – The Exiled Prince – Public Release ($6.99)
Torn by family tragedy, the noble archer Sebastian Vael is thrust back into the religious life he left behind. Choose to avenge Sebastian’s murdered family and reclaim his title or direct his holy vengeance on your enemies in Kirkwall. Sebastian Vael is a full Dragon Age II follower with unshakable loyalty and excellent aim.
File size: 32 MB
Need For Speed Hot Pursuit – Porsche 911 Speedster ($2.99)
This is your chance to drive the beautifully crafted and new for 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster. Only 356 examples of this powerful and stylish Supercar will be built by Porsche as an homage to the classic Speedster of the 1950’s.
File size: 103 KB
Need For Speed Hot Pursuit – Porsche 911 Turbo ($2.99)
The Porsche 911 Turbo was the top of the range Porsche between 1975 and 1989. Making use of a powerful turbocharger and purposeful body design this Sports Car will surely be causing trouble for any Racer or Cop that gets in its way.
File size: 103 KB
Need For Speed Hot Pursuit – Porsche 959 ($2.99)
This technologically advanced 80’s Supercar was created to win on the road, track and rally. It was the fastest street-legal production car and remains one of the most sought after Porsches of all time due to its limited numbers and amazing performance.
File size: 103 KB
Need For Speed Hot Pursuit – Porsche Unleashed Pack ($6.99)
The Porsche Unleashed Pack includes three very special Porsches, each one created to fulfill a very specific purpose – the power of the 1982 Porsche 911 Turbo, the speed of the 1988 Porsche 959, and the style of the 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster. It also includes ten new events to drive them in that will test your Racer and Cop abilities to the limit.
File size: 103 KB
Hyperdimension Neptunia: Chef Hat (IF) ($0.99)
An accessory for IF, inspired by a chef’s hat.
File size: 292 KB
Hyperdimension Neptunia: Leafy Bow HQ (Neptune) ($0.99)
A double-leaf-shaped accessory for Neptune.
File size: 193 KB
Hyperdimension Neptunia: Planeptune Reconstruction ($0.99)
An idea to increase the popularity of Planeptune: a Purple Heart body pillow cover. Hug it or wear it! The best kind of cloth is needed to make this comfortable cover. Help reduce the manufacture price by collecting an Ultimate Fiber, which can be taken from Mandrakes!
File size: 100 KB
Hyperdimension Neptunia: Request From An Overlord ($0.99)
An Overlord (Lv. 1) awakens from his long, long rest. Consequently, his level has decreased to 1. He’s found a perfect place to train, but a violent dragon is distracting him. Go defeat the Rahab for the Overlord (Lv.1) so he can train in peace. Something’s different about this rubber band! Obtain a Rubber Band and experience the power of rubber made in Gamindustri!
File size: 100 KB
Hyperdimension Neptunia: Revenge For The Betrayal ($0.99)
A group of adventurers were betrayed and attacked by one of their allies. The injured adventurers are requesting someone to exact revenge against their backstabbing ally. Obtain Trinity Bangle, an item that increases your AP!
File size: 100 KB
Hyperdimension Neptunia: Waitress (Compa) ($0.99)
An accessory for Compa, inspired by waitress uniforms.
File size: 285 KB
MINDJACK – Extra Map Pack 2 ($6.99)
Extra Map Pack 2 Includes:
  • Neon Nightmare: Encounter waves of soldiers and enemies in a fierce battle at an old downtown alley.
  • Look Up, Look Down: Defend yourself from enemies attacking you from every direction on a vertical battlefield.
  • Truth at Nerkas HQ: Fight your way through a labyrinth of structures inside Nerkas Laboratories. Utilize its hidden corners to gain the most advantageous position against your enemies.
File size: 115 MB
Marvel Super Hero Squad: The Infinity Gauntlet – Doom On The Loose! ($4.99)
Not everyone wants to play as a Squaddie-two-shoes! Take control of Dr. Doom and his hefty minion Abomination and see their side of the story as they escape from the Helicarrier and steal the Infinity Stones from the Super Zero Squad!
File size: 196 MB
Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood – The Da Vinci Disappearance ($9.99)
After the fall of the Borgias in Rome, Leonardo Da Vinci is kidnapped by an underground cult dedicated to transforming mankind. Ezio will embark on a relentless quest to recover Leo discovering two new locations and two new gameplay features. The multiplayer addition is the biggest expansion to the award-winning multiplayer yet, including one new map, four new characters and two new game modes.
File size: 1.60 GB
MLB 11 The Show Classic Stadiums 6-Pack ($4.99)
Play in some of the most famous baseball stadiums in history in MLB 11 The Show. Classic stadiums include Shibe Park, Forbes Field, The Polo Grounds, Crosley Field, Sportsman’s Park and Griffith Stadium. Welcome to the Show!
File size: N/A
MLB 11 The Show Advanced Stats ($0.99)
Get Advanced Stats for all players in MLB 11 The Show. Welcome to the Show!
File size: N/A
MLB 11 The Show Heal Road to the Show Injury ($0.99)
Heal your injured Road to the Show player instantly in MLB 11 The Show. Welcome to the Show!
File size: N/A
MLB 11 The Show Franchise Funds Increase ($0.99)
Increase your Franchise funds by 20 million. Welcome to the Show!
File size: N/A
MLB 11 The Show Challenge of the Week 5 Pack ($1.00)
Buy 5 Challenge of the Week Attempts for the price of 4. Compete against other online users for weekly and monthly prizes including Sony Electronics, MLB memorabilia and much more! Welcome to the Show!
File size: N/A
MLB 11 The Show Challenge of the Week 26 Pack ($5.00)
Buy 26 Challenge of the Week Attempts for the price of 4. Compete against other online users for weekly and monthly prizes including Sony Electronics, MLB memorabilia and much more! Welcome to the Show!
File size: N/A
MLB 11 The Show Challenge of the Week Attempt ($0.25)
Buy 1 Challenge of the Week Attempts for the price of 4. Compete against other online users for weekly and monthly prizes including Sony Electronics, MLB memorabilia and much more! Welcome to the Show!
File size: N/A
MLB 11 The Show Road to the Show Training Points ($0.99)
Increase your Road to the Show Training Points by 1000. Purchase as many times as needed. Welcome to the Show!
File size: N/A
LittleBigPlanet 2 Crocodile Costume ($0.99)
In LBP2, discover limitless gameplay as you join Sackboy in a new whimsical adventure filled with new characters, clever gadgets, and not to mention new costumes! Dress Sackboy up as a Crocodile from the Even More Animals! Costume Pack!
File size: 1.02 MB
LittleBigPlanet 2 Vulture Costume ($0.99)
In LBP2, discover limitless gameplay as you join Sackboy in a new whimsical adventure filled with new characters, clever gadgets, and not to mention new costumes! Dress Sackboy up as a Vulture from the Even More Animals! Costume Pack!
File size: 1.02 MB
LittleBigPlanet 2 Mandril Costume ($0.99)
In LBP2, discover limitless gameplay as you join Sackboy in a new whimsical adventure filled with new characters, clever gadgets, and not to mention new costumes! Dress Sackboy up as a Mandril from the Even More Animals! Costume Pack!
File size: 1.02 MB
LittleBigPlanet 2 Cobra Costume ($0.99)
In LBP2, discover limitless gameplay as you join Sackboy in a new whimsical adventure filled with new characters, clever gadgets, and not to mention new costumes! Dress Sackboy up as a Cobra from the Even More Animals! Costume Pack!
File size: 1.02 MB
LittleBigPlanet 2 Even More Animals! Costume Pack ($2.99)
In LBP2, discover limitless gameplay as you join Sackboy in a new whimsical adventure filled with new characters, clever gadgets, and not to mention new costumes! Dress Sackboy up with the Even More Animals! Costume pack that includes Crocodile, Vulture, Cobra and Mandril!
File size: 1.02 MB
Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock
For all song credits please visit http://www.guitarhero.com/.
  • “Psycho” – Puddle Of Mudd ($1.99)
  • “Always” – Saliva ($1.99)
  • “Hands Open” – Snow Patrol ($1.99)
  • “Headstrong” – Trapt ($1.99)
  • “Little Sister” – Queens Of The Stone Age ($1.99)
  • “She’s A Genius” – Jet ($1.99)
  • “Sic Transit Gloria… Glory Fades” – Brand New ($1.99)
  • “Sorrow” – Bad Religion ($1.99)
  • “Supermassive Black Hole” – Muse ($1.99)
  • Modern Rock Mega Pack ($16.49) – Downloadable Track Pack featuring “Psycho”, “Always”, “Hands Open”, “Headstrong”, “Little Sister”, “She’s A Genius”, “Sic Transit Gloria… Glory Fades”, “Sorrow” and “Supermassive Black Hole”
File size: 29 – 45 MB (singles), 306 MB (track pack)
Rock Band 3
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.
  • “I Will Possess Your Heart” – Death Cab For Cutie ($1.99)
  • “Never Let Me Down Again” – Depeche Mode ($1.99)
  • “Personal Jesus” – Depeche Mode ($1.99)
  • “Policy Of Truth” – Depeche Mode ($1.99)
  • Depeche Mode Pack ($5.49) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game album: Depeche Mode Pack 01. This pack includes “Never Let Me Down”, “Personal Jesus” and “Policy of Truth”. By Depeche Mode.
File size: 36 – 46 MB (singles), 118 MB (track pack)
Rock Band Network
  • “Control” – BulletProof Messenger ($0.99)
  • “Crooked Strings” – Kiev ($0.99)
  • “Stay Here Forever” – The Material ($1.99)
  • “The Truth” – Kittie ($1.99)
  • “Your Hands (Together)” – The New Pornographers ($1.99)
File size: 24 – 36 MB (singles)

Avatars

Viewtiful Joe – Dante (Face) Avatar ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Viewtiful Joe – Dante Avatar ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Viewtiful Joe – Trish (Face) Avatar ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Viewtiful Joe – Trish Avatar ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Yakuza 4 Akiyama Avatar ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Yakuza 4 Kazuma Avatar ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Yakuza 4 Rio Avatar ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Yakuza 4 Saejima Avatar ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB
Yakuza 4 Tanimura Avatar ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB

Game Videos (free)

Call Of Duty: Black Ops – First Strike Trailer
File size: 49 MB (HD) 85 MB (1080)
Explodemon! Launch Trailer
File size: 79 MB (HD)
Dead Space 2 Severed Trailer
File size: 61 MB (HD)
Dragon Age 2 – The Exiled Prince Trailer
File size: 41 MB (HD)
Lego Star Wars III Launch Trailer
File size: 59 MB (HD)
Trinity: Souls Of Zill O’ll Trailer
File size: 122 MB (HD)
Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood – The Da Vinci Disappearance DLC Teaser Trailer
File size: 30 MB (HD)
Top Darts Trailer
File size: 60 MB (HD)
UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception – 3D Announcement Trailer
File size: 197 MB (3D)

Music

Killzone 3 Soundtrack ($4.99)
File size: 165 MB

PS3 Themes

PixelJunk Shooter 2 Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 1.2 MB
DP Eiffel Tower Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 4.12 MB
DP Materials Leopard Theme ($0.99)
File size: 3.58 MB
DP Materials Woodgrain Theme ($0.99)
File size: 3.63 MB
DP Dallas Mavericks NBA Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 5.01 MB
Dragon Rider Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 14 MB

PlayStation Store for PSP

Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Phantom Brave: The Hermuda Triangle Digital – Public Release ($19.99)
We Meet Again! Again… With Even More This Time! In the world of Ivoire, there is a placed called Phantom Isle. Here, spirits can return to the world as phantoms, caught between death and life. Phantom Brave takes a new spin with new events involving the Heroes of the Hermuda Triangle!
ESRB Rated T
File size: 585 MB
MLB 11 The Show PSP ($29.99)
The #1 selling MLB franchise on PlayStation is back with MLB 11 The Show. Updated rosters, new stadiums, personalized batting stances and AI improvements bring even more realism. Perfect your skill, get to the Big Leagues and become an MLB Superstar in Road to the Show. Get ready to battle and ignite intense rivalries in Rivalry Mode. Welcome to the Show!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 801 MB

Game Demos (also available from PS3 Storefront) (free)

TNT Racers Network Demo
Have you got what it takes to outrun your rivals? TNT Racers is a fun multiplayer racing game full of variety, combining fast-as-lightning race action with brand new features. The demo of TNT Racers offers one racing track in Knock Out mode with the classes Normal and Fast available. Check out the TNT Racers Demo now!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 45 MB

PSP Themes (also available from PS3 Storefront

DP Materials Leopard PSP Theme
File size: 466 KB
DP Materials Woodgrain PSP Theme
File size: 463 KB