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#HometownStory Comic 12: He's So...Dreamy? Catch the full comic series at http://t.co/cjcX4XiG3e pic.twitter.com/8MAdHHZ8bY

— Natsume Inc. (@Natsume_Inc) February 24, 2014

Hi everyone, Percy's Predicament launched earlier this month and we have been very pleased with the support. As a result we are launching Update 1 sooner than we planned.

Here are the details for whats inside Update 1
-An additional 20 levels
-New 2D art that better suits the original vision
-Fixed Best Times page to be easier to use
-New Font
-Additional Music and audio adjustments
-Freeplay mode
-Music Player

We will be finishing all of this this week and test it and send it off.

¿Os venís al Aquarium de Barcelona? No hay ni que salir de casa, solo enchufar la 3DS y Nintendo Video. ¡Tibus en 3D! pic.twitter.com/Y60ggnVgIR

— ESPAL3DS (@espal3ds) February 24, 2014

When it comes to brand new gaming experiences that can’t be had anywhere else, Wii U is loaded with a host of innovative, exciting and unique ways to play. But what’s at the heart of it all? Not surprisingly, it’s the Wii U GamePad. More than just a controller for Wii U, the GamePad is loaded with features that open up a whole world of new gaming opportunities!

For instance, take the 6.2-inch touch screen at the centre of the Wii U GamePad. Thanks to its widescreen display, many multiplayer titles on Wii U have swapped split-screen play for dual-screen – instead of two people sharing the same screen and seeing less of the action, they can have a screen each! For example, try some traditional co-op action as you chase down super-villains in LEGO Marvel Super Heroes or head for the many attractions of Nintendo Land, discovering unique gameplay experiences that change depending on whether you’re in control of the GamePad or using a Wii Remote to play on the TV.

It’s not just multiplayer gaming that benefits from the GamePad’s integrated screen either – many single-player games put the GamePad to good use during play by offering benefits you’d never get with a regular controller. In The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD, the GamePad becomes an interactive real-time map, so you don’t get lost on the open waves or in the darkest dungeon, as well as an on-the-fly inventory that allows you to change items without stopping the in-game action. In Pikmin 3, you can keep tabs on all your diminutive plant pals easily and send squads to other areas of the map with a touch. Use the GamePad as a golf tee in Wii Sports Club, as an all-purpose survival kit in ZombiU, to interact directly with the world of Rayman Legends, and much more besides.

And of course, plenty of Wii U games offer off-TV play, too. Even if the TV is in use, you can still enjoy all kinds of fun on Wii U without losing anything by transferring the action to the GamePad’s screen. And on top of that, Wii Party U’s GamePad Party mode features a variety of minigames played exclusively on the GamePad: no TV required!
There are even more features too, all designed to help you maximise your gaming fun. You can experience the thrill of the hunt with your friends in Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, using the GamePad’s built-in microphone for voice chat during online multiplayer. Queue up songs and then belt out your favourite hits in Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND, using the GamePad as your own personal lyric sheet. Use infra-red communication between a Fit Meter* and the GamePad to send the walking, climbing and calorie-burning information it collects to Wii Fit U, perfect for reviewing your everyday activity. You can even use the motion controls built into the GamePad to control your view in Wii Street U powered by Google and get an even wider view of the world around you.

And if you’re an avid fan of browsing the Internet, the Wii U GamePad’s got you covered there too. Surfing the web for your favourite pages is simple with the touch screen, as you can simply tap and slide to navigate. If you have company, you can display everything on the TV for all to see, or keep it hidden until you’re ready to share what you’re looking at. You can even stream online videos on the TV while you’re searching for the next one on the GamePad, so the entertainment never has to end!

Packed with innovative features that help redefine how you have fun, the Wii U GamePad really is a whole new way to play games! Discover a world of games and much more at the official Wii U website.

* Multiplayer requires additional controllers, sold separately. Fit Meter sold separately.

Originally released as a 3DS game in 2012, Fractured Soul took heavy advantage of the two screens by having you platform one character in two places at the same time. Brain ows. Tomorrow, as if from nowhere, it appears on the PC, employing the magic of splitscreen to achieve the same effect.

… [visit site to read more]

As I played Thief non-stop for three days, as well as only dreaming Thief-based dreams, and perhaps losing my mind somewhere along the way, I began to notice that the loading screen tips were providing me the sort of advice I could take away from the game. Thief may not directly cause me to turn to a life of crime, but there’s wisdom in those briefly appearing words that will stay with me forever.

… [visit site to read more]

One of the most adorable kart racers around is entering the PS Plus Instant Game Collection tomorrow: ModNation Racers: Road Trip for PS Vita. Customization is the name of the game here, and you’ll be able to modify your character, kart and even edit tracks easily with the PS Vita’s touch screen. Best of all, if you enjoyed ModNation Racers on PS3, you’ll be able to download your creations and use them in ModNation Racers: Road Trip.

You can download ModNation Racers: Road Trip after PlayStation Store updates tomorrow.

Free for PS Plus members

Last Chance (Leaving on 3/4)

Instant Game Collection
METRO: LAST LIGHT
OUTLAST

Discounts
Adam’s Venture Chronicles
Adam’s Venture Chronicles Sound Track
CASTLESTORM
CASTLESTORM
CASTLESTORM COMPLETE EDITION
CASTLESTORM FROM OUTCAST TO SAVIOR
CASTLESTORM FROM OUTCAST TO SAVIOR
CASTLESTORM THE WARRRIOR QUEEN
CASTLESTORM THE WARRRIOR QUEEN
HOTLINE MIAMI
HOTLINE MIAMI
VELOCITY ULTRA
SUMIONI: DEMON ARTS
ORGARHYTM
RAGNAROK ODYSSEY
VALHALLA KNIGHTS 3
STICK IT TO THE MAN
STICK IT TO THE MAN
MACHINARIUM
PROTEUS
PROTEUS
KILLZONE MERCENARY
ESCAPE PLAN PS4
ESCAPE PLAN PS VITA
OPEN ME!
MALICIOUS REBIRTH
FLOW PS4
FLOW PS3
FLOW PS VITA
FLOWER PS4
FLOWER PS3
FLOWER PS VITA
VELOCITY ULTRA
INJUSTICE GODS AMONG US ULTIMATE EDITION PS4
INJUSTICE GODS AMONG US ULTIMATE EDITION PS3
INJUSTICE GODS AMONG US ULTIMATE EDITION PS VITA
SUPER MOTHERLOAD
SUPER MOTHERLOAD
THE WALKING DEAD: SEASON 2 – EP. 1, ALL THAT REMAINS
THE WALKING DEAD: SEASON 2 – SEASON PASS
NI NO KUNI: WRATH OF THE WHITE WITCH
TERRARIA PS3
TERRARIA PS VITA
GUACAMELEE! PS VITA
GUACAMELEE! PS3
SLY COOPER: THIEVES IN TIME
SPELUNKY PS3
SPELUNKY PS VITA
WWE 2K14
PERSONA 4 ARENA
DIABLO III
DRAGON’S CROWN PS3
DRAGON’S CROWN PS VITA
THE WOLF AMONG US SEASON PASS
THE WOLF AMONG US – EPISODE 1: FAITH
TALES OF XILLIA
GRAND THEFT AUTO: VICE CITY
PERSONA 2: ETERNAL PUNISHMENT

If you’ve got feedback on today’s Plus update make sure vote in the poll and leave a comment below. To discuss all things PlayStation, including this update, you can also head over to the PlayStation Community Forums where you’ll find topics you can contribute your thoughts to, or start one for yourself.

Hi everyone! I can’t believe it’s been a year, but here we are celebrating another PS Vita anniversary! So much has happened since its launch in North America two years ago – many amazing games were released, Remote Play functionality with PS4 was added, and we announced PlayStation Now is coming to PS Vita. The platform has greatly transformed in the past year, and the passionate support and personal stories I’ve heard from our development community have been truly inspiring. Plus exciting things are on the horizon, including the launch of our new slimmer model PS Vita this spring.

In the meantime, we wish a big “thank you” to our fans for being a part of our community. Starting tomorrow, enjoy the week-long PS Vita Anniversary Sale which will discount some amazing titles.

In addition, @HeyPlayStation is hosting a week-long sweepstakes, featuring Vita related games and accessories. Stay tuned on Twitter for more information!

Keep in mind, we also have a Back to 2013 Sale taking place this week with additional sales on Vita games. Click here for more info.

As with any anniversary, we thought we’d take the time to call-out a few of our memorable moments from the last year. Although many great titles were released, these stood out in particular and kept the device in my purse/pocket/hands at all times.

Spelunky is one of the most addictive and lovable games I’ve ever encountered. From the adorable yet macabre art and animation, to the endless hours of replay grinding (ONE DAY I WILL BEAT KING YAMA), Spelunky will never leave my memory card.

The story immediately sucks you in with a solid plot-line, unexpected twists, and an eclectic set of characters to choosily befriend (Byakuya’s my #1). I’m quite pumped that our friends at NIS America have already announced Danganronpa 2 coming to the US this Fall… it’s still Monokuma time!

The game is perfect for quick bursts on the go, controls well with PS Vita’s analogue sticks and touch pads, and its pixel graphics look fantastic on PS Vita’s screen. Hotline Miami is also full of all sorts of fun Easter egg references to the indie community, which ties in so well with PS Vita’s game library as a whole.

Definitely a must buy if you own a PS Vita. With gorgeous art, a killer soundtrack, and Iota/Atoi (your personal messenger and best friend), Tearaway is a truly immersive experience that makes you enjoy the world in a new (and papery) way.

My favorite part of the PS Vita is all the personal adventures it takes me on and the lasting memories they create. I’ve listed a few above, and I’d love to hear yours. Comment away! <:D

2014 is starting to fly by — it’s already February! — so we are taking this week to get a bit nostalgic and take a look back at 2013 and highlight some games you might have missed with the Back to 2013 Sale. Starting tomorrow through March 3rd, we’re discounting some great games from the past year, with even deeper discounts for PS Plus members.

Sometimes there just isn’t enough time in a year to play all the games you might want to, and sometimes titles just slip through the cracks. Didn’t play Diablo III, Spelunky, Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition, Guacamelee! or Rayman Legends? Pick these games (and more) up this week at up to 50% off, or up to 75% off for PS Plus members.

Check out the full lineup for the Back to 2013 Sale below.

Don’t miss out on these sweet games again. The Back to 2013 Sale starts tomorrow and runs through Monday, March 3rd. What games are you going to pick up?

“In my dream, I smell the barbecue. I hear children. A dog. I think I see someone. Someone I love.

These things are not for me. I move by roaring engines. Among warriors. We come from the night.”

Gawp. Yawp. Goggle. B.J. Blazkowicz does beat poetry. This can’t be Wolfenstein? But it is. … [visit site to read more]

Our recent hands-on experiences with the PS4 version pointed to an invigoratingly confident single-player shooter of a distinctly different breed. Case in point: Original FPS hero B.J. Blazkowicz goes to battle with 100 health, which you’ll top off by collecting medkits and gorging on food scattered throughout levels. This traditional damage model combines with modern-day visuals, a surprisingly satisfying story, and strong character progression to create a unique and refreshing take on the genre. Old meets new, but in the best of ways.

Clicking DualShock 4’s touchpad pulls up BJ’s journal. The Perks section drew particular attention. Rather than accruing experience points, you’ll unlock perks by completing specific challenges. Specialize in a particular weapon, and you’ll gain related skills in the skill tree’s Stealth, Tactical, Assault and Demolition sections. And depending on your playstyle, you’ll fill out some branches more quickly than others.

In terms of storytelling, The New Order seeks to similarly recalibrate the idea of the FPS by weaving a tale with unexpected turns, meaningful relationships, and diabolical antagonists. You’ll face tough choices, too. No spoilers, but at one point I put the controller down in hopes that the game would make a decision for me (it didn’t).

The arsenal is predictably expansive. Even the pistol BJ brandishes is massive and imposing, not to mention the myriad rifles, shotguns, machine guns and turrets you’ll employ. What’s more, BJ can dual-wield nearly any weapon in the game, which comes at the cost of some accuracy but is often worth the price of admission: hosing down a crowd of unsuspecting Nazis with akimbo assault rifles or full-auto machine guns is an experience you won’t soon forget. Another touch I appreciated was the ability to unmount and carry turrets, which you can warm up with L2 before unleashing a torrent of hot death.

MachineGames‘ Wolfenstein reboot takes place in an alternate reality, and feels like it was devloped in one too. It’s a gutsy move that asks, “what if shooters evolved differently?” Find out for yourself when the game ships on PS4 and PS3 May 20th.

Hey PlayStation Fans: Perkins Miller, EVP Digital Media for WWE, here and I’m very excited to announce that WWE Network, the first-ever, 24/7 streaming network, will be available on PS3 and PS4 starting today! If you didn’t catch our announcement earlier this year, WWE Network will feature all 12 WWE live pay-per-view events – including WrestleMania – for $9.99 per month with a six month commitment.

WWE Network will also include groundbreaking original programming, reality shows, documentaries, classic matches and more than 1,000 hours of video on demand at launch. This is the perfect time to get the app and sign up, especially with WrestleMania 30 right around the corner. You can find WWE Network in the Apps section of the PlayStation Store on both PS3 and PS4 later today and visit wwe.com to learn more.