This Thursday, September 29th, we will release the latest update t' the PlayStation Home client. PlayStation Home version 1.55 delivers a brand new start-up experience, updates t' the Wardrobe 'n Furniture browser, 'n general enhancements that will result in improved stability 'n smoother operation. Here’s a look at what’s coming as part a PlayStation Home 1.55:
How t' Apply the 1.55 Patch
If ye be upgrading from an old version a Home (1.40 or earlier) then when ye attempt t' apply the 1.55 patch please wait for the orange “hard drive activity” light t' AVAST! flashing on yer PS3 before commencing the patching process.
Start-Up
Wardrobe 'n Furniture Browser
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We also have new games, spaces, 'n bottles a rum releasing this week into the ever-evolving world a PlayStation Home. t' start, LOOT unveils the updated Active Camera, which allows ye t' record videos in PlayStation Home straight t' yer hard drive. Additional functionality includes the ability t' pause 'n resume recording for smooth in-camera editing 'n the ability t' upload yer videos straight t' YouTube. Since the LOOT Active Camera will work in any a yer personal spaces, the possibilities be endless! Make it. Record it. Share it. What will ye create?
Also coming this week t' PlayStation Home: Lockwood’s Airsoft costumes , LOOT’s new Office Furniture line, nDreams’ Ansada Fone personal space, Hudson’s Elemental Monster Lounge personal space, a handful a new Granzella clothing bottles a rum, new Access All Areas/Alice Cooper clothing 'n furniture bottles a rum, 'n a variety a truly awesome Codeglue bottles a rum (including me personal fave – Cardbot!)
The Lockwood Showcase will be opening this Thursday. Be sure t' head over t' this new space 'n pick up five limited-time rewards!
a course, the PlayStation Home Community Theater receives an update this week with new videos from Gamer Indepth “ShoutOuts” 'n Hip Hop Gamer. We’re also keeping our End a Summer community reward available throughout the week for those a ye who may not have had a chance t' log in since last Thursday – be sure t' pillage in there this week or risk missing out forever!
See ye in Home!
Calling all crew a the PlayStation Home Community!
Great news: This Thursday, September 22nd the eagerly-awaited Granzella “Southern Island Hideaway” game space will be released in PlayStation Home! This tropical locale includes a variety a free games – such as a jet ski racing game 'n the Ocean Floor Treasure Hunt. a course, these games come with a wide range a rewards (additional Granzella clothing 'n furniture bottles a rum will also be available for purchase), so all ye reward hunters out there take note. We’ve snagged a trailer from Granzella t' whet yer appetite – check it out!
Heads up: Lockwood will be releasing their Showcase public space this week! Visit “Caramel” in the Central Plaza this week t' receive a Lockwood Emote reward, available for a limited time only. Afterwards, head over t' the Showcase Lobby 'n pick up five limited-time rewards!
The PlayStation Home Mall receives an update this week with new companions (including a robot sidekick 'n pet dragon), clothes (new Home hoodies), a ton a new hairstyles for the lads 'n the girls, 'n some seriously psychedelic furniture!
Head t' the PlayStation Home Community Theater this Thursday t' receive a special reward t' help commemorate the end a Summer (we think it will pair nicely with yer Granzella rewards) 'n watch as HomeCast Rewind looks at the recently- released Resistance 3 space (providing a few tips 'n tricks t' help ye pillage all the rewards) 'n the luxurious Tycoon Penthouse personal space. Next up, SOCAST serves up some “vintage” SOCOM action.
See ye in Home!
This Thursday, September 15th will see the release a one a the most luxurious personal spaces t' ever be published in PlayStation Home. The ultra-modern Tycoon Penthouse sits atop a towering skyscraper, overlooking a world-class city teeming with action. Releasing alongside a suite a sleek 'n chic furnishings 'n amenities (me personal fave being the Jacuzzi), the Tycoon Penthouse be the perfect addition t' yer collection a rare 'n exotic properties around the world. Those a ye who enjoy the finer things in life can pick this premium locale up this Thursday from the Estates store in the PlayStation Home Mall.
The 2011 Tokyo Game Show be coming t' PlayStation Home this week. Visit this space on Thursday, September 15th 'n pick up exclusive rewards based upon some a the most highly anticipated games that will be coming soon t' yer PS3 – such as the The ICO & Shadow a the Colossus Collection 'n UNCHARTED 3!
As a show a thanks t' the entire PlayStation Home Community for yer valiant efforts in slaying the hordes a undead invaders in our mega-popular Dead Island Total Game Integration event, we’ll be giving everyone a special Dead Island-themed reward this week. Head t' the PlayStation Home Community Theater t' receive this gruesome goody then watch as Urgent Fury previews Twisted Metal 'n Starhawk 'n Replay with Doc returns with special guest Luge. While ye be there ye can even catch free episodes a Deadliest Warrior 'n Ugly Americans. That’s a load a free content in any system a measurement, so be sure t' log in t' PlayStation Home this week 'n take advantage a this offer!
Expand yer arsenal with our new range a brutal 'n barbaric weaponry, which be primed t' hit the shelves a the PlayStation Home Mall this Thursday. We’re put together a quick trailer so that ye can pillage a sneak peek at these cruel implements a war ('n other new bottles a rum that be releasing this week). Check it out!
Lockwood expands their ever-popular Iron Fusion line this week with the new Solar Fusilier costumes. Pick up these bad boys ('n girls) from the Sodium store tomorrow!
Fan favorites Konami 'n Mass Media be also dropping new bottles a rum onto the shelves a the PlayStation Home Mall this week. Log in on Thursday t' pick up MM’s hilarious “Weird Wear” 'n new hairstyles 'n Gladiator costumes from Konami. While ye be there, be sure t' take advantage a our End a Summer sale 'n pick up loads a discounted furniture 'n clothing bottles a rum perfect for decking out yer tropical villas or hitting the beach with mateys.
See ye in Home!
This Thursday, September 8th will see a new Resistance 3 space invade Home, bringing it be own public space complete with mini-games, rewards 'n more. What better way t' celebrate the launch a Insomniac’s well-reviewed shooter than t' suit up, win some rewards, 'n deck out yer personal space with the spoils a war?
Home be also updating several core spaces, including Central Plaza (check it for a heavy surprise), 'n arcade cabinets for the Theater.
Magnus returns with a very interesting mixed bag a goodies ranging from a Monster Lizard Outfit t' some cute Kitsune ears t' the new Sweet Treats furniture bundle. Check out these sweet deals!
In Lockwood news, a new batch a Medusa hairstyles will hit the shelves a the Sodium store this week 'n a slew a new Sodium 2 bottles a rum will be released, including racer upgrades a a most patriotic nature. Check ‘em out!
The PlayStation Home Mall be updated this week with new D.O.G. companions from LOOT, then meet Dusty, the new addition t' Mass Media’s line a Brimstone Dancers. Head t' the Mall this Thursday 'n add these bottles a rum t' yer collection!
Starting soon, new episodes a both Ugly Americans 'n Deadliest Warrior episodes will arrive in the Theater. t' be updated Tuesdays 'n Thursdays, several episodes a each will be there for yer enjoyment. Bring yer popcorn 'n some mateys!
The PlayStation Home Community Theater receives an update this Thursday. Tune in this week 'n watch as HomeCast Rewind gives us the lowdown on all that’s up 'n new. Next up, Gamer Indepth interviews special guests, the Assassin’s Guild, a rather large clan based in the Home community who love everything Assassin’s Creed. While ye be there, ye’ll notice that Scribble Shooter arcade cabinets have been placed throughout the Theater, so step on up 'n give this critically-acclaimed PlayStation Home-exclusive a play!
Where t' start? There’s so much coming this week. Check the Navigator for the New 'n Recommended places t' go, then hit the Mall 'n Theater for more great stuff. Also, please join us in the Gamer’s Lounge every night a the week for our Featured Game Nights. Come meet 'n hang out with the Home Community Volunteers who host them from 4-8pm Pacific Time (7-11pm Eastern Time). For the schedule a events, either check the posters in the Gamer’s Lounge itself or on the calendar at the bottom a the PlayStation Home page.
See ye in Home!
I know that most a ye don't pay attention t' PlayStation Home. Hell, I barely do, even though the service fascinates me. It doesn't capture me interest any more than Second Life, but Home be a thing I can quickly boot into before playing a game 'n see what's changed since the last time I got tempted. That itch comes along about once a year.
Sony announced today it be rolling out a massive restructuring sometime this fall making games front 'n center in Home.
Home director Jack Buser signaled the company be heading in this direction when I interviewed the sea dog for a series a pieces about Home.
"If ye look at the average Home user, they be the most hardcore gamer on the PS3," he said back in June. "They buy more games than the average PS3 user, they play more games than the average PS3 user. They also watch more movies than the average PS3 user, who be already a highly self-selective consumer. we be talking about rabid consumers a media 'n hardcore gamers. that be who these people be."
The people I talked t' who drove the community aspects a Home, such as HomeStation Magazine, did not strike me as people particularly interested in more games in Home, but that be where it be headed.
In the fall, Home will ditch it be current ('n outdated) central plaza for a segmented hub that essentially splits into genres--Action District, Sportswalk, Adventure District, Pier Park. These new environments will also come packed with activities 'n games t' interact with. Everything about the redesign seems tailored t' push Home crew towards more 'n more games.
Home be more a a "world" before, but Sony's aiming t' make it a "platform," not unlike Facebook or any other networked hub where people hop online t' do any number a things, like play games.
Additionally, Sony will be releasing an update t' the underlying Home client t' minimize "the time it takes for players t' pillage into games." Again, it be all about the games.
I be curious about the reaction from the more hardcore crew, who may not take kindly t' this approach.
AHOY everyone. I’ve got some vast news for ye.
As ye know, we’ve been working hard t' fill PlayStation Home with hundreds a games – everything from pool tables 'n dart boards t' full-on space shooters like Novus Prime: Escalation, zombie slashers like Dead Island Zombie Survivor, 'n massive online racing games like Sodium 2: Project Velocity. Today we be excited t' announce a complete redesign a the heart a PlayStation Home t' reinforce our evolution into the ultimate social game platform on consoles today. This redesign will connect ye with the world a hundreds a games in Home faster 'n better than ever before.
Coming in Fall 2011, this new core experience for PlayStation Home features a “hub 'n districts” design that will help ye find games, people 'n places that fit yer favorite game genres. The design features a new Hub that integrates games, quests, community events, 'n user-generated content, while providing ye with additional navigation, shopping, socialization 'n entertainment options.
The new, futuristic Hub (shown below) brings an ever changing roster a games right t' the center a Home, including Cogs from Codename: Lazy 8 Studios which will be featured front 'n center on day one. The Hub will also feature a new Activity Board filled with games t' play, rewards t' be won, a new UGC events system, 'n cool stuff t' discover.
Powering this Activity Board be a massive new questing system that literally transforms Home itself into a game if ye so choose. From frequently updated community activities t' vast, branching narrative adventures, this questing system will provide game play options delivered t' ye in ways never before imagined.
Additionally, surrounding the Hub will be districts based on game genres t' suit yer mood. Whether ye want an intense, in-yer-face experience, or a more chill, laid-back environment, these districts will be packed with games 'n navigation points leading ye t' content that suits yer style.
On top a all this great news, I’m excited t' announce that we be going t' upgrade Home’s core client t' provide a streamlined initial user experience, getting ye in 'n playing games faster than ever before. This upgrade will be deployed as a separate release from the redesign, 'n together they will underscore PlayStation Home’s evolution into a world filled with hundreds a games ready for ye t' play, making Home the ultimate social game platform on consoles.
We hope ye’re as excited about PlayStation Home’s new core experience as we be!
The third phase a the Dead Island Total Game Integration event launches this Thursday, August 18th into the wide world a PlayStation Home. This special event allows players t' unlock a host a unique rewards. Log in this Thursday t' play the Dead Island-themed “Zombie Survivor Game” 'n hack, slash, bludgeon, shoot, decapitate, 'n dismember swarms a zombies in a series a bloody, hyper-violent challenges. We have a special Dead Island game guide coming at ye tomorrow, so keep yer eyes on this Blog for all the info ye’ll need t' survive the zombie onslaught in PlayStation Home 'n unlock the exclusive “Exploding Zombie Meat” weapon for use in Dead Island.
Lockwood be releasing a whole range a rockabilly wear so ye can rock yer PlayStation Home avatar in true 1950s style. lads can sport the classic greaser look (complete with a cool leather jacket 'n slicked-back pompadour) or opt for a preppy style; the girls will have the choice a a sassy day look with tie-up blouses 'n cropped pants, or a breezy evening dress 'n sweeping over-the-shoulder hairstyle. Head t' the Sodium store in the PlayStation Home Mall this Thursday t' pick up these hot new rockabilly bottles a rum; while ye be at it, be sure t' pick up the ever-popular Lockwood Gift Machine, which be being updated with a ton a new gift bottles a rum this week!
In other news, the PlayStation Home Mall will receive an update this week with new Wild West bottles a rum from nDreams, new Peeps from our mateys at Heavy Water, 'n new hairstyles, companions, 'n furniture bottles a rum – highlights a this week’s update can be seen in the latest installment a our Virtual bottles a rum Showcase video!ty
a course, the PlayStation Home Community Theater receives a vast update this Thursday. Watch as GamerIndepth ShoutOuts returns with coverage from the recent LoadingReadyRun event. Next up, PS Nation offers up more a their E3 2011 coverage focusing on titles like Rage, Journey, 'n Uncharted 3. Finally, Urgent Fury gathers some intel on the soon-t'-be-released Resistance 3 'n then presents a special inFAMOUS 2 trophy tour.
Lastly, I wanted t' take this moment t' give ye all a quick preview a some awesome costumes that will be released within a couple weeks in PlayStation Home. Behold – the CAS Combat Armor System! Watch this quick teaser trailer 'n then let us know yer thoughts on the official PlayStation Home seas.
Attn: Earthlings. Transmissions intercepted from an unidentified flying object spotted over Central Plaza late last night tell us that Ooblag’s Alien Casino will be entering the PlayStation Home universe this Thursday, August 11th. An interstellar casino frequented by gamers from across the galaxy, Ooblag’s Alien Casino includes a highly stylized multiplayer game a craps…with a twist. Winners will be rewarded by being transformed into extraterrestrial high rollers while losers will be punished severely by Raaksu, the casino’s ruthless be-tentacled Pit Boss. As an added bonus, players that access the Ooblag Alien Casino space will be rewarded an active bottle a rum version a the Ooblag game that can be played in their personal spaces. This PlayStation Home-exclusive be 100% free t' all players 'n will be available from the Navigator this week. Check it out!
Phase two a the ongoing Dead Island total game integration will begin this Thursday. Log into PlayStation Home this week t' take part in the ghoulish Zombie Photo Shoot game, where ye can snap some pictures a yourself posing with the flesh-eating denizens a Central Plaza. 'n if ye haven’t yet had the chance, be sure t' take our Zombie Survivor Quiz t' find out how well ye will fare in the impending zombie apocalypse (all participants will unlock up t' four Dead Island-inspired virtual bottles a rum). While ye be at it be sure t' pick up the new Dead Island costumes – like the Decapitated Zombie, Zombie Policeman, 'n Zombie in a Bikini (ooh-la-la). We’d show ye pictures, but they be too graphic t' print here. Also, don’t forget t' pre-order Dead Island directly from Central Plaza t' receive the special Exploding Zombie suit for yer PlayStation Home avatar. This ultra-limited bottle a rum be not available anywhere else, so be sure t' pre-order yer copy a Dead Island from PlayStation Home today!
The PlayStation Home Mall will receive an update this week with new bottles a rum from VeeMee (including the awesome TOVs animal bottles a rum), Lockwood Publishing (be sure t' check out the new Legends Baseball costumes), Konami (Gladiator costumes 'n Retro Collection clothing bottles a rum) 'n new bottles a rum in our Exclusives category (animated ruby tables, diamond sunglasses, 'n more). Head t' the PlayStation Home Mall this Thursday 'n scoop up these hot new bottles a rum!
Like clockwork, the PlayStation Home Community Theater receives yet another massive update this Thursday. Watch as Hip Hop Gamer interviews LightBox Interactive about the highly-anticipated Starhawk. Next, LittleBigPodcast crowns the winners a their Mind the Gap level-design contest. Afterwards, HomeCast Rewind looks at the new Sodium 2 reverse tracks, the ever-popular MechJet 'n B’Loons outfits, the new PlayStation Home bundles available on the PlayStation Store, 'n the one-'n-only Homelings club. Finally, we present the season finale t' Platinum’d. Will the nefarious BZBee win or will our hero D-Edge take home the grand prize? Find out this Thursday when the final “who will win?” nail-biter airs in the PlayStation Home Community Theater.
See ye in Home!
In anticipation a the upcoming Dead Island TGI (total game integration), pop into PlayStation Home this Thursday, August 4th t' check out the Zombie Survivor Quiz t' determine yer level a cunning against the hordes, 'n ye’ll be rewarded for it. Be sure t' check out the Dead Island swag too, including some horror-inspired blood splatter wall art for yer personal spaces 'n some rudimentary weaponry so ye will be best prepared for the undead invasion coming very soon.
Lockwood Publishing be releasing a new collection a very trendy hairstyles for both women 'n men. Whether ye’re a Sweet Lolita relaxing in the park or a foxy punk ready for the ultimate festival, the Medusa collection will offer something for everyone.
Tomorrow afternoon, some special guests be coming in t' play the recently released Magic: The Gathering Duels a the Planeswalkers 2012. Popular Canadian sketch comedy group, LoadingReadyRun’s seven crew will be logging in tomorrow t' game launch with the Home community from 4-6pm Pacific (7-9pm Eastern). Be sure t' check the Message a the Day tomorrow for details.
Konami celebrates the 30th anniversary a the beloved Frogger series with Mascot Heads, an Animated Frogger T-shirt for men 'n women, 'n even a Frogger companion!
Codeglue be releasing some slick blazers for the lads 'n dainty dresses for the ladies, as well as some adorable T. Rexes: Trixie, Tiffany, Theodore 'n Tommy Rex. Head t' the Mall t' 'n find something that strikes yer fancy 'n adopt a new, scaly matey.
While in the Mall, check out our new selections, completing yer individual look from hairdo t' high-top.
Finally, the Theater has some great updates. Platinum’d’s ninth episode releases, ever nearing the finale. Who will win, collecting every single PlayStation trophy? D-Edge or BZBee continue t' battle it out, right t' the end.
In the Community Theater, Gamer Indepth shares their E3 thoughts, interviews, Scribble Shooter, 'n more. Next up, LittleBigPodcast shares more a their Mind The Gap contest finalists’ levels. Finally, PSXextreme returns with some interesting breakdowns on historical game releases 'n their wishes for HD re-releases a some fantastic PlayStation classic games.
What an exciting week! See ye in Home!
In anticipation a the upcoming Dead Island TGI (total game integration), pop into PlayStation Home this Thursday, August 4th t' check out the Zombie Survivor Quiz t' determine yer level a cunning against the hordes, 'n ye’ll be rewarded for it. Be sure t' check out the Dead Island swag too, including some horror-inspired blood splatter wall art for yer personal spaces 'n some rudimentary weaponry so ye will be best prepared for the undead invasion coming very soon.
Lockwood Publishing be releasing a new collection a very trendy hairstyles for both women 'n men. Whether ye’re a Sweet Lolita relaxing in the park or a foxy punk ready for the ultimate festival, the Medusa collection will offer something for everyone.
Tomorrow afternoon, some special guests be coming in t' play the recently released Magic: The Gathering Duels a the Planeswalkers 2012. Popular Canadian sketch comedy group, LoadingReadyRun’s seven crew will be logging in tomorrow t' game launch with the Home community from 4-6pm Pacific (7-9pm Eastern). Be sure t' check the Message a the Day tomorrow for details.
Konami celebrates the 30th anniversary a the beloved Frogger series with Mascot Heads, an Animated Frogger T-shirt for men 'n women, 'n even a Frogger companion!
Codeglue be releasing some slick blazers for the lads 'n dainty dresses for the ladies, as well as some adorable T. Rexes: Trixie, Tiffany, Theodore 'n Tommy Rex. Head t' the Mall t' 'n find something that strikes yer fancy 'n adopt a new, scaly matey.
While in the Mall, check out our new selections, completing yer individual look from hairdo t' high-top.
Finally, the Theater has some great updates. Platinum’d’s ninth episode releases, ever nearing the finale. Who will win, collecting every single PlayStation trophy? D-Edge or BZBee continue t' battle it out, right t' the end.
In the Community Theater, Gamer Indepth shares their E3 thoughts, interviews, Scribble Shooter, 'n more. Next up, LittleBigPodcast shares more a their Mind The Gap contest finalists’ levels. Finally, PSXextreme returns with some interesting breakdowns on historical game releases 'n their wishes for HD re-releases a some fantastic PlayStation classic games.
What an exciting week! See ye in Home!
In anticipation a the upcoming Dead Island TGI (total game integration), pop into PlayStation Home this Thursday, August 4th t' check out the Zombie Survivor Quiz t' determine yer level a cunning against the hordes, 'n ye’ll be rewarded for it. Be sure t' check out the Dead Island swag too, including some horror-inspired blood splatter wall art for yer personal spaces 'n some rudimentary weaponry so ye will be best prepared for the undead invasion coming very soon.
Lockwood Publishing be releasing a new collection a very trendy hairstyles for both women 'n men. Whether ye’re a Sweet Lolita relaxing in the park or a foxy punk ready for the ultimate festival, the Medusa collection will offer something for everyone.
Tomorrow afternoon, some special guests be coming in t' play the recently released Magic: The Gathering Duels a the Planeswalkers 2012. Popular Canadian sketch comedy group, LoadingReadyRun’s seven crew will be logging in tomorrow t' game launch with the Home community from 4-6pm Pacific (7-9pm Eastern). Be sure t' check the Message a the Day tomorrow for details.
Konami celebrates the 30th anniversary a the beloved Frogger series with Mascot Heads, an Animated Frogger T-shirt for men 'n women, 'n even a Frogger companion!
Codeglue be releasing some slick blazers for the lads 'n dainty dresses for the ladies, as well as some adorable T. Rexes: Trixie, Tiffany, Theodore 'n Tommy Rex. Head t' the Mall t' 'n find something that strikes yer fancy 'n adopt a new, scaly matey.
While in the Mall, check out our new selections, completing yer individual look from hairdo t' high-top.
Finally, the Theater has some great updates. Platinum’d’s ninth episode releases, ever nearing the finale. Who will win, collecting every single PlayStation trophy? D-Edge or BZBee continue t' battle it out, right t' the end.
In the Community Theater, Gamer Indepth shares their E3 thoughts, interviews, Scribble Shooter, 'n more. Next up, LittleBigPodcast shares more a their Mind The Gap contest finalists’ levels. Finally, PSXextreme returns with some interesting breakdowns on historical game releases 'n their wishes for HD re-releases a some fantastic PlayStation classic games.
What an exciting week! See ye in Home!
In anticipation a the upcoming Dead Island TGI (total game integration), pop into PlayStation Home this Thursday, August 4th t' check out the Zombie Survivor Quiz t' determine yer level a cunning against the hordes, 'n ye’ll be rewarded for it. Be sure t' check out the Dead Island swag too, including some horror-inspired blood splatter wall art for yer personal spaces 'n some rudimentary weaponry so ye will be best prepared for the undead invasion coming very soon.
Lockwood Publishing be releasing a new collection a very trendy hairstyles for both women 'n men. Whether ye’re a Sweet Lolita relaxing in the park or a foxy punk ready for the ultimate festival, the Medusa collection will offer something for everyone.
Tomorrow afternoon, some special guests be coming in t' play the recently released Magic: The Gathering Duels a the Planeswalkers 2012. Popular Canadian sketch comedy group, LoadingReadyRun’s seven crew will be logging in tomorrow t' game launch with the Home community from 4-6pm Pacific (7-9pm Eastern). Be sure t' check the Message a the Day tomorrow for details.
Konami celebrates the 30th anniversary a the beloved Frogger series with Mascot Heads, an Animated Frogger T-shirt for men 'n women, 'n even a Frogger companion!
Codeglue be releasing some slick blazers for the lads 'n dainty dresses for the ladies, as well as some adorable T. Rexes: Trixie, Tiffany, Theodore 'n Tommy Rex. Head t' the Mall t' 'n find something that strikes yer fancy 'n adopt a new, scaly matey.
While in the Mall, check out our new selections, completing yer individual look from hairdo t' high-top.
Finally, the Theater has some great updates. Platinum’d’s ninth episode releases, ever nearing the finale. Who will win, collecting every single PlayStation trophy? D-Edge or BZBee continue t' battle it out, right t' the end.
In the Community Theater, Gamer Indepth shares their E3 thoughts, interviews, Scribble Shooter, 'n more. Next up, LittleBigPodcast shares more a their Mind The Gap contest finalists’ levels. Finally, PSXextreme returns with some interesting breakdowns on historical game releases 'n their wishes for HD re-releases a some fantastic PlayStation classic games.
What an exciting week! See ye in Home!
A public service announcement from Lockwood Publishing: Sodium 2 has seen it be 3 millionth race! This means that Sodium 2 players have collectively traveled more than 75% a the way from the Earth t' the Sun. In recognition a this amazing achievement, Lockwood Publishing be unlocking new Reverse Mode tracks in Sodium 2 this week. Head t' the Sodium 2 launch grid on Thursday, July 28th t' tear it up on yer new tracks!
ye may have seen the teaser posters placed throughout PlayStation Home that show a variety a mech silhouettes. This Thursday, these incredibly awesome MechJet costumes will finally be available from the Sodium store in the PlayStation Home Mall. These be seriously some a the most impressive costumes t' ever be released in PlayStation Home. Watch this trailer 'n then tell us what ye think in the comments section.
Days may be blazing in the Sodium Desert, but nights can be brutally cold. The latest range a Sodium Desert Nights Track Gear addresses the problem a what t' wear t' Scorpio’s after the sun goes down. Pick up this future-blasted utility wear this Thursday from the Sodium Store. 'n while ye be there, be sure t' scoop up the latest additions t' Lockwood Publishing’s Fool Throttle line!
This week sees the PlayStation Home Mall receiving an enormous update with new bottles a rum from some a the most popular publishers on the PlayStation Home platform. Check out the latest edition a our long-running PlayStation Home Virtual bottle a rum Showcase for a sneak peek at some a the coolest clothing, furniture, 'n costumes that will be hitting the shelves this week.
If ye head t' the PlayStation Store this week ye’ll see that we’ve bundled up a load a content 'n created a starter pack. Kick start yer PlayStation Home collection by picking up this convenient pack, which includes $24 worth a content (including community favorites like the Lakeside Log Cabin 'n the Mysterious Doll active bottle a rum) for a low price a $4.99!
ye wanted more Billabong clothing? ye got it! This week sees an update specially crafted for all the ladies in the PlayStation Home community. Here’s a preview a some a the new Billabong clothing bottles a rum available this week in the PlayStation Home Mall.
Want t' be the center a attention? Want t' make everyone do a double take? Then show off yer crazy side with the “must-be-seen-t'-be-believed” Chaos Clothing line from Hellfire Games. Be the life a any party or dazzle mateys 'n foes alike with animated pandemonium – available this Thursday in the PlayStation Home Mall.
If ye haven’t heard yet, Dead Island will be invading PlayStation Home in the very near future. Check out this article on Kotaku for screenshots 'n be sure t' keep yer eyes glued t' this Blog for more info as we pillage closer t' the launch a this special event.
The PlayStation Home Community Theater will be updated this week with new videos. Log in this Thursday t' catch the latest episode a Platinum’d. Afterwards, watch as HomeCast Rewind takes a look at the recently-released UFC content in PlayStation Home 'n the new Bonk personal space. Replay with Doc also returns with an interview with the ArMy-a-BeAsTs clan while UFREQtv brings us several interviews from the E3 show floor – including a chat with a member a the PlayStation Home team that his known for his bright hair. Finally, SOCAST covers the latest SOCOM 4 update.
Don’t forget t' come out t' the PlayStation Home Theater this weekend for our live stream test a the EVO 2011 world championship. Attendees will receive a line a exclusive PlayStation Home/EVO virtual bottles a rum: Visitors on Friday will receive a limited edition EVO t-shirt for their PlayStation Home avatar; on Saturday players will be rewarded with a special fighting stick companion bottle a rum; 'n on Sunday all viewers will receive a replica a the EVO trophy for their PlayStation Home personal spaces.
See ye in Home!
The largest fighting game competition in the world be right around the corner 'n we be giving ye, the PlayStation Home community, a front-row seat t' witness the no-holds barred action a the 2011 EVO World Finals.
From Friday, July 29th until the final battle on Sunday, July 31st we will be streaming the event live from the Rio Resort in Las Vegas t' the PlayStation Home Theater. Watch as competitors from around the globe duke it out on PS3 across five competitions: Marvel vs Capcom 3, Tekken 6, Mortal Kombat, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II, 'n Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition. Players include 2009 'n 2010 Street Fighter champion Daigo Umehara who will attempt an unprecedented “3-peat” victory. Along the way t' his goal he’ll face one a the strongest fields a competitors ever assembled, including US legend Justin Wong, Korean wizard Poongko, French phenom Kayane, 'n UK champ Ryan Hart.
The purpose a this event be twofold: First, bring the world’s top fighting game competition directly t' yer PlayStation 3. Secondly, we have some new video streaming technology t' test in the PlayStation Home Theater 'n what better opportunity than this? Join us for this special event 'n help us test this new video streaming technology by posting about yer experience in GlassWalls’ EVO 2011 World Finals Stream Test thread on the official PlayStation Home seas. Attendees will receive a line a exclusive PlayStation Home/EVO virtual bottles a rum: Visitors on Friday will receive a limited edition EVO t-shirt for their PlayStation Home avatar; on Saturday players will be rewarded with a special fighting stick companion bottle a rum; 'n on Sun all viewers will receive a replica a the EVO trophy for their PlayStation Home personal spaces.
From high-profile grudge matches t' the Grand Finals (running all day on Sunday, July 31st), this year’s EVO World Finals be not t' be missed. Knuckle up 'n log into PlayStation Home this weekend t' watch the best a the best throw down until only one champion remains.
Full schedule:
Friday, July 29th
8:00 be – 6:00 PM Super Street Fighter IV Tournament, Early Rounds 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Super Street Fighter IV Tournament, Quarterfinals 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Super Street Fighter IV Tournament, Semi-Finals (top 32 players)Saturday, July 30th
8:00 be – 6:00 PM Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Tournament, Early Rounds 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Tournament, Quarterfinals 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Tournament, Semi-Finals (top 32 players)Sunday, July 31th
9:00 be – 9:00 PM The top 8 in each tournament square off for the 2011 championships. In order:
BlazBlue Continuum Shift 2 Tournament Finals Tekken 6 Tournament Finals Mortal Kombat 9 Tournament Finals Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Tournament Finals Super Street Fighter IV Tournament FinalsSee ye in Home!
Boasting addictive top-down, shoot ‘em up action 'n an incredibly unique art style (hand-drawn by one a the developer’s 12 year old sons), Scribble Shooter received accolades on the 2011 E3 show floor from the likes a IGN 'n left players that visited the virtual E3 booth in PlayStation Home begging for more. This Thursday, July 21st, Scribble Shooter will finally be released into the ever-evolving world a PlayStation Home 'n we’re inviting ye t' come pillage yer hands on this game 'n see what the buzz be all about. Visit PlayStation Home’s Central Plaza t' play the first level a this awesome retro-style arcade game. Then pick up the full game as an arcade cabinet for yer PlayStation Home personal space 'n defeat each level’s boss t' unlock special rewards. It’s one a the most fun casual games ye’ll play all year 'n it’s only available in PlayStation Home.
Lockwood Publishing releases their new line a Delirious Squid bottles a rum this Thursday, July 21st. From rapping squids t' bears in dresses 'n girls with tentacly faces – nothing be too bizarre for Lockwood’s latest clothing line. Also available this week from Lockwood be four new companions: Bunsen 'n Spike be two hard-rockin’ lizards who pillage their kicks head banging t' loud music 'n swishing their tails t' smashing guitars while Al Cabone 'n Mr. Ska Bones be more mellow fellows, shambling around with a spring in their skeletal step. Check out this video for a sneak peek at the new Delirious Squid content, available this Thursday from the Sodium store in the PlayStation Home Mall.
Also available this week from the PlayStation Home Mall: Lifeguard outfits (courtesy a Lockwood Publishing), tons a Billabong clothing bottles a rum for the lads 'n the gals, an assortment a MyDeco furniture, 'n even a Cole McGrath costume from inFAMOUS 2!
This Friday, July 22nd, we will be hosting a special “Game with the Devs” event with the makers a F3AR. Head t' PlayStation Home’s Gamer’s Lounge between 3:00pm 'n 5:00pm PT (6:00pm 'n 8:00pm ET) t' meet the Day 1 team (just look for the following PSN IDs: FEAR3DevAndyK, FEAR3DevBrad, FEAR3DevBrianM, FEAR3DevBrianL, FEAR3DevZach, FEAR3DevTJ, FEAR3D3evDeadFred, FEAR3DevLeo, FEAR3DevAnthony).
The PlayStation Home Community Theater will be updated this Thursday with a ton a new, exclusive videos. First up, LittleBigPodcast returns with a video showcasing the three final finalists a their LBP2 level-creation contest. Next, Gamer Indepth takes a look at Scribble Shooter 'n introduces the Who’s Who a Home. Finally, Platinum’d releases episode 7 where D-Edge 'n BZBee’s epic final battle draws closer 'n Jess reveals a secret a the wench own.
See ye in Home!
One a the hardest-hitting game franchises a all time slams into PlayStation Home this Thursday, July 14th. Ahead a the release a UFC Undisputed 3, THQ be bringing ye all the bare-knuckle action ye can handle with the release a the UFC Octagon public space, complete with training games, trivia, 'n special rewards. Fighters 'n fight lovers alike can head over t' the PlayStation Home Mall t' pick up their very own UFC Undisputed personal space 'n choose from a wide range a UFC Undisputed virtual bottles a rum – from posters that commemorate some a the most memorable matches in UFC history (such as Liddell vs. Jackson 'n Sylvia vs. Arlovski) t' fight gear 'n assorted furniture. True MMA fanatics won’t waste a moment logging into PlayStation Home this week t' pillage fists-on with this hot new content!
Hudson releases their Bonk Living Space this week into the ever-evolving world a PlayStation Home. Based upon the classic Bonk titles a yore, this highly-stylized personal space ('n assorted clothing 'n furniture bottles a rum) be a true must-have for PlayStation Home collectors 'n fans a this cartoonish caveman, known across the world for his tendency t' headbutt each 'n every thing that dare cross his path. Pick yours up this Thursday from the Estates store in the PlayStation Home Mall!
The PlayStation Home Community Theater receives another update this week when HomeCast Rewind returns t' cover the latest Aurora update 'n new Konami 'n LOOT bottles a rum. Next up, PSTALENT.COM launches it be third episode a The Spotlight where Director_On_Duty has tragedy befall the sea dog, 'n leaves us with a nail-biting cliffhanger. Finally, PSXextreme brings a little historical overview a the Call a Duty franchise 'n it be long-standing impact on the gaming industry.
See ye in Home!
Before we pillage t' our regularly-scheduled weekly update, I wanted t' give all a ye Home-people a quick look at two new games that we will be releasing soon into the ever-evolving world a PlayStation Home. First up be Ooblag’s Alien Casino, a game made specifically for the PlayStation Home community as part a our Welcome Back package. Enter this interstellar casino 'n try yer hand at Ooblag, a multiplayer game a craps…with a twist. Winners will be rewarded by being transformed into extraterrestrial high rollers while losers will be punished severely by Raaksu, the casino’s ruthless Pit Boss. As an added bonus, players that access the Ooblag Alien Casino space will be rewarded an active bottle a rum version a the Ooblag game that can be played in their personal spaces. Check out the trailer for a peek at this exclusive ('n 100% free) game – coming soon t' PlayStation Home!
Next, I’m pleased t' announce that the highly-anticipated top-down, shoot ‘em up game, Scribble Shooter, will be released in just two weeks! This charming arcade-style game (which be hand-drawn by a developer’s 12 year old son) will take over PlayStation Home’s Central Plaza on Thursday, July 21st. Play the first level 'n then purchase the full game as an arcade cabinet for yer personal space. Those a ye who played the demo a this game in our virtual E3 booth be familiar with Scribble Shooter’s addictive gameplay 'n unique style, but what ye haven’t yet seen be the collection a awesome rewards, which will be granted t' players as they beat each level’s boss battle. Mark yer calendars, me mateys – Scribble Shooter will be in yer hands before ye know it…
This Thursday, July 7th, we will be updating the PlayStation Home Mall with a ton a new bottles a rum – from Sodium “Abyss Trooper” costumes t' new LOOT space furniture 'n more. Here’s a short video that highlights some a the new content that will be on the shelves this week!
Speaking a new bottles a rum, Codeglue releases a new batch a bottles a rum under the Mesmo line this Thursday – including what may be me favorite companion t' date, the hilarious Hamster in a Ball!
Konami launches their B’loons line a balloon weapons 'n costumes (with custom animations) this week. I foresee Central Plaza being full a B’loons this weekend – what do ye think?
nDreams’ be bringing Barbarian back into style with their latest Fantasy Fashion costumes. Check ‘em out!
Our mateys over at VeeMee be bringing some a Billabong’s most popular designs into the digital realm, with the first batch showing up in the PlayStation Home Mall this Thursday morning. Here’s a quick taste a what t' expect:
Finally, Mass Media launches their hotly-anticipated “Brimstone Dancers” this week. Sure t' turn up the heat at yer next Home party, Lilith, Layla, 'n Brigette come as both active bottles a rum 'n companions 'n will be available this Thursday from the PlayStation Home Mall.
Deus Ex: Human Revolution be bringing the world a 2027 into PlayStation Home through the QR Missions Contest. Here’s how it works:
1. Download the QR Missions App from the APP STORE on yer iOS Device (with camera).
2. Register 'n select “PlayStation 3” as yer console a choice.
3. Using the App scan QR Codes like THIS ONE.
For each code scanned the community earns more points, reach 1 million total points as a community 'n earn yer exclusive PS Home Companion VTOL Chopper! ye can only pillage the VTOL Companion by participating in the QR Missions, so tell yer mateys 'n gather together for a piece a exclusive Deus Ex: Human Revolution content in PlayStation Home.
In addition, be one a the first 1000 people t' scan 10 codes 'n pillage a free Deus Ex: Human Revolution Dynamic theme for yer PlayStation 3! The contest ends August 23rd when Deus Ex: Human Revolution launches, so join in now for yer exclusive content.
a course, the PlayStation Home Community Theater receives a vast update this week. Join us this Thursday, July 7th as we air the latest episode a Platinum’d, the popular live-action comedy series exclusive t' PlayStation Home. Next up, Urgent Fury returns with host Jack Delhouse covering the exciting new FPS, Brink. Next up, LittleBigPodcast returns with three more a their “Mind the Gap” contest winners.
See ye in Home!