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You heard the announcement at E3 and read even more details last week. Today, we’re excited to officially announce the availability of PlayStation Plus.

You can purchase a three-month package or a one-year package on the PlayStation Store now. The three-month package is available for $17.99 and the one-year package is available for $49.99. We will also be offering three additional bonus months for free if you purchase the one-year package — that’s 15 months total for $49.99.

We hope you enjoy the exclusive set of features and content of PlayStation Plus. And remember to check back in each month as we continue to add new content and features for PlayStation Plus subscribers.

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As you heard earlier this week we have a new publisher, plus a new version of the Reader and 102 new comics including 5 free comics.

If you didn’t get a chance to read about our new publisher, the mighty DC Comics, check out the announcement post, watch the video and then come back. I’m sure everyone is thrilled and happy as we are to have them join the Digital Comics team.

The other news this week was the release of version 2 of the Digital Comics reader. This version offers a whole host of tweaks requested by you guys, including the ability to delete comics directly through the application. This post details all the new features and how to upgrade.

So let’s take a look at some of the highlights now on the store:

From DC Comics we have over 80 comics featuring well-known characters. Catch up with Batman, Superman, Green Lantern, Fables and more.

Also DC released a 10 page free preview of Superman #700 and Justice League Generation Lost #4 the same day they are hitting the shops. Let’s hope this trend continues.

Great news for gaming fans as we have God of War, Mirror’s Edge & Resistance comics on the store.

As a special gift from DC they are also offering 5 free comics:

• Fringe #0
• Resistance #0
• Mirror’s Edge #0
• Bayou #1
• Superman #700

Here’s the full list of all the new arrivals:

• 2000AD Prog # 1685
• Astonishing Tales (2009) # 2
• Batman: Hush # 1 – 6
• Bayou # 1
• Cancertown # 5
• Cinderella # 0
• Criminal (2008) # 4 – 5
• Dante’s Inferno # 1 – 3
• Devi # 5
• Don Quixote Parts 1 & 2
• Eleventh Hour # 2
• Fables # 1 – 5
• Free Realms # 1 – 2
• Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (2005) # 1
• Fringe # 0 – 3
• God of War # 1
• Green Lantern: Rebirth # 1 – 6
• Green Lantern: Secret Origin – Part 1 # 29
• Green Lantern: The Sinestro Corps War: Prologue & Parts 1 & 2
• Jonah Hex # 1 – 6
• Justice League: Generation Lost # 1 – 4
• Kill Shakespeare # 2
• The Lexian Chronicles # 7
• Mirror’s Edge # 0 – 3
• Planetary # 1 – 3
• Powers (2000) # 13 – 14
• Project Eon # 1
• Ramayan 3392 AD # 5
• Ratatouille # 0
• Resistance # 0 – 2
• Snakewoman # 5
• Superman # 700
• Superman/Batman # 1 – 25
• The Lexian Chronicles #7
• The Sadhu #5
• The Unwritten # 1
• Victorian Undead # 1
• Wallace & Gromit Comic # 10

That’s it, have a great weekend, and head to www.playstationcomics.com for more info or to view our full catalog and pricing.

Hi Everyone – Time for this week’s video store updates.

For all the Canadians out there that have been anxiously awaiting news on the video store—we’ve been listening to your requests and we’re very happy to report—the wait is over! Starting 7/1, yep, CANADA DAY, we’re giving you another reason to celebrate! That’s right, the latest Hollywood new releases and your favorite TV shows will now be available for download on your PS3 and PSPs! More to come next week!

In other news: Entourage is here! Ari, Turtle, E, Drama and Vince…they’re all back, but are you caught up? Get up to speed on all six seasons of Entourage now available on the video store under TV Shows > Networks > HBO. After you’ve checked out all the great shows from HBO, move on over to the Free TV area and download free episodes of It’s Effin Science, Warren the Ape, The Hard Times of RJ Berger, and sneak peeks of True Blood! If you’re more or a film or anime buff, take advantage of sweet deals on vampire-themed films like The Vampire Journals, Fright Night, Brotherhood of Blood and awesome discounts on episodes of Naruto Season 4 under Deal of the Week.

Other new arrivals on the store this week…

TV New Arrivals: Black Panther—an exciting new animated series from Marvel, Futurama specials, and the latest episodes of Deadliest Catch, Deadliest Warrior, Ikki Tousen: Battle Vixens, Iron Man: Extremis, Law & Order Criminal Intent, Memphis Beat, Naruto Shippuden Uncut, Pretty Little Liars, The Good Guys, Lie to Me.

New Releases: Green Zone, She’s Out of My League, and Remember Me, starring Twilight’s Robert Pattison. Also check out Art of the Devil III, The Last Station, Dragon Tiger Gate, and a pre-theatrical release of The Extra Man, starring John C. Reilly and Katie Holmes. Have a great weekend!

Top Ten Movie Downloads:

The Book of Eli Youth In Revolt Shutter Island She’s Out of My League Green Zone When In Rome Alice In Wonderland From Paris With Love Legion The Wolfman (2010) (Unrated)

Top Ten TV Episodes:

The Boondocks | Season 3 The Fund-Raiser The Boondocks | Season 3 Pause Dexter | Season 4 Living the Dream Dexter | Season 4 Remains To Be Seen Dexter | Season 4 Blinded By The Light Naruto Shippuden Uncut | Season 1, Vol. 4 The Top-Secret Mission Begins Dexter | Season 4 Dex Takes a Holiday Dexter | Season 4 Dirty Harry Dexter | Season 4 If I Had a Hammer NBA Playoffs: The Finals 2010 | Season 0 LA Lakers vs Boston Game #7 06/17/2010

Once again, Hulu is drawing some attention from a possible partnership with a video game console. According to a report by Bloomberg, Sony may be close to securing a deal to bring a Hulu subscription to the PlayStation Network. In fact, "the partnership could be announced as soon as next week."

Weeks ago, Reuters ran a similar report, claiming Xbox 360 and iPad would also offer a premium Hulu service. However, these claims have not yet been fruitful. Considering the clamor for Hulu on multiple devices, these reports can be the result of wishful thinking -- or Hulu is planning an aggressive multi-platform approach, not unlike Netflix.

[Thanks, MLC]

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PlayStation Nation — First off, thank you for all of your feedback regarding PlayStation Plus. There have been a lot of comments and questions surrounding some of the details of the new subscription service so we wanted to provide a little clarification leading up to its availability on June 29th. It’s a lot of info, but hopefully this helps answer most of your questions.

First off, at launch, PlayStation Plus will offer subscribers the full PlayStation Network game, WipEout HD, PSP minis and PS One Classics such as Fieldrunners, Age of Zombies and Rally Cross, full game trial of inFAMOUS, as well as free monthly episodes of Qore – our high-definition, interactive gaming lifestyle show.

With that, here are the basics of the new subscription service that lives on top of the current PlayStation Network:

• The current PSN features will remain free. We are still very committed to PSN as a free comprehensive entertainment service and are certainly not planning on reducing this service following the launch of PlayStation Plus.
• PlayStation Plus is an evolving service and the features included at launch will be:
  • Games
  • PS Store Discounts
  • Exclusive offers on select demos, betas and early purchases
  • Full Game Trial
  • Automatic Downloads

(More info on these below)

PlayStation Plus can be purchased through PlayStation Store on PS3 as a one-year package or a three-month package. The three-month package is available for $17.99 and the one-year package will be available for $49.99. We will also be offering three additional bonus months for free if you purchase the 1-year package — that’s 15 months total for $49.99. Payment is a one-time fee for either package and can be purchased with any of the current PSN Store payment methods – credit card or PSN Cards.

Here are more details on the features of PlayStation Plus:

Games & Special Offers: As a subscriber, you can expect to get your hands on free monthly PSN games, minis and PS One Classics from the PSN Store. You will be able to download these games during the month they are available until the new selection replaces them.

Once downloaded, the games are yours to keep and play as long as you are a member of PlayStation Plus. If your subscription lapses and then you re-subscribe, the games you have already downloaded will reactivate, so you still have access to them. Additionally, if you delete one of the titles from your PS3, but decide you want to get it back, then you can re-download from the PlayStation Plus section of the PSN Store if the game is still there, or, if the game has expired from the PlayStation Plus section of the PSN Store, you can simply search for it on PS Store and download it again at no extra cost.

Each month there will be dynamic themes, premium avatars and premium game elements/add-ons for you to download and many will be exclusive to PlayStation Plus members only. These are yours to keep forever once you have downloaded them.

PlayStation Plus subscribers will also be given exclusive PlayStation Store discounts each month that are above and beyond the current PSN Store discounts available to everyone. These discounts will range from 20% to 50%, and anything you buy with these is yours to keep and enjoy forever.

Finally, wherever possible we’ll be making sure that members are included in selected demos and beta trials before they go live to everyone else, so you can be the one to tell all your friends about the next big game they ‘must’ get.

Subscribers will get hundreds of dollars of value through the year and, in the first month alone, will receive more than $50 worth of content.

Full Game Trial: Each month we will be offering members the chance to download full games and try them out for a period of time (one hour, unless otherwise stated). After the game trial is complete, simply purchase the game to carry on where you left off. This is a unique way to trial the full game experience and means you don’t have to be restricted to certain levels/game modes when you test out a game.

The games in Full Game Trial will become available to all PS Store users to purchase, but only PlayStation Plus members will have the chance to ‘try before you buy’.

The other great thing about this feature is that you can continue from where you were at the end of the trial period if you decide to buy the game. All game saves and trophies earned during the trial will be unlocked and will show up on your trophy list and your trophy level when you purchase the game. You don’t even have to re-download the game, just purchase and go back to the XMB to access the game.

Automatic Download: Subscribers will be able to set their PS3 to wake up from standby at any time of the day or night, download and install any game updates for the games you have been playing so you don’t have to think about it. Also, select demos and videos will be pushed to your PS3 ready to go. System software updates will also download automatically (manual install still required) and then the PS3 will turn itself off again.

Game updates and demos will also automatically install and the next time you turn on your PS3 you will see a brief on-screen message letting you know what has been downloaded and updated.

Here are some more answers to frequently asked questions from the last blog post:

• Cross-game voice chat is a feature we know our passionate user base has asked for and we’ll continue to look at as a viable offering for the PlayStation Network.
• You need to be the master account holder on the PS3 and be over 18 to purchase PlayStation Plus, but other accounts on that PS3 will be able to play the games you download for as long as you are a subscriber.
• The “free” games you can download each month are yours to keep for as long as you are a subscriber.
• PlayStation Plus is for PS3 owners as subscribership can only be purchased on the PSN Store. However, some of the content – minis and PS One Classics – available each month will also be playable on your PSP if you have one. Download them on the PS3 and transfer to your PSP, or download directly from the PSP Store or Media Go for PSP.

PlayStation Plus is a continually evolving service and we are always working on identifying new partnerships, developing new features and providing new content that our users want. So thanks again for all your comments and questions and please continue to offer more ideas at PlayStation.Blog Share.

As some of you may have heard, we’ve announced that DC Comics is now available through the PlayStation Network digital comics service for PSP (PlayStation Portable). Starting today, you can access DC Comic titles on PlayStation Store, directly on the PSP or via Media Go on your PC. We continue to evolve our content library on PlayStation Network and with DC Comics we now have some of the comic book world’s most iconic characters to add to our robust comic repertoire.

You’ll now have access to an initial selection of over 80 DC titles that can be downloaded from the PlayStation Store including Batman: Hush, Green Lantern: Rebirth, Fables: Legends in Exile and Planetary: All Over the World and Other Stories. In addition to these launch titles, users will get exclusive DC Comics content such as Superman/Batman, Resistance, Free Realms and God of War. Lastly, we’ve also released a free 10 page story today of Superman 700, as well as free downloads of Bayou, Fringe, Mirror’s Edge, and Resistance. We will keep adding to the collection you can already enjoy today anywhere you are — over 1600 classic and new comics.

Using the PSP’s Autoflow Viewer, you can enjoy the comics frame by frame, zooming in and out, all at the touch of a button, making your comics look as good as they do in real life. This is available for all PSP models and is simple to use: just download the latest firmware (6.20) and select the “Digital Comics” icon under the “Extras” column on PSP’s XMB menu.

Be sure to check out the “free comics” category in the PlayStation Store, for a selection of comics that you can download for free. You’ll also find a great variety of titles from our partners at Marvel, IDW Publishing, Disney and more.

Enjoy superheroes across the game store, video store and comic store — when it comes to digital comics, this is the place to be! Stay tuned for more and more titles and, in the meantime, keep checking out what’s new in the PlayStation Store!

Visit www.playstationcomics.com for more information.

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Hi Everyone – It’s time for the weekly PlayStation Store Update.

Updates

Sonic & Sega All Stars Racing Add On Bundle – Sale (now $6.49, original price $12.99)
Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing DLC 2 – Metal Sonic & Death Egg Zone Track – Sale (now $5.49, original price $7.99)
Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing – Ryo with Forklift Character – Sale (now $3.49, original price $4.99)
Sonic The Hedgehog Very Hard Shadow – Sale (now $1.49, original price $2.49)
Sonic The Hedgehog Very Hard Silver – Sale (now $1.49, original price $2.49)
Sonic The Hedgehog Very Hard Sonic – Sale (now $1.49, original price $2.49)
Sonic Unleashed Apatos & Shamar Adventure Pack – Sale (now $1.99, original price $2.99)
Sonic Unleashed Chun-Nan Adventure Pack – Sale (now $1.99, original price $2.99)
Sonic Unleashed Empire City & Adabat Adventure Pack – Sale (now $1.99, original price $2.99)
Sonic Unleashed Holoska Adventure Pack – Sale (now $1.99, original price $2.99)
Sonic Unleashed Mazuri Adventure Pack – Sale (now $1.99, original price $2.99)
Sonic Unleashed Spagonia Adventure Pack – Sale (now $1.99, original price $2.99)
Sonic Unleashed: Unleash My Desire Bundle – Sale (now $8.99, original price $17.99)
Sonic Rivals – Sale (now $10.99, original price $15.99)
Sonic Rivals 2 – Sale (now $13.99, original price $19.99)
Sonic Rivals: Set My Pulse Bundle – Sale (now $17.99, original price $29.99)
Blue Toad Murder Files: Episode 1 – Sale (now $1.49, original price $7.49)
Kick-Ass – Sale (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Warhawk: Fallen Star DLC – Sale (now $1.99, original price $7.99)

Downloadable Games

Sam & Max Episode 3: They Stole Max’s Brain (free with purchase of Episode 1)
You wouldn’t want to see freelance shamus Sam when he’s steamin’ mad. Someone has snatched his little buddy’s noodle, gunning for control of its inner powers. Now Sam’s going all noir to get it back!
Was it the giant gorilla? The two-bit rat? Or the fishy dame who runs the greasy-spoon? The trail of The Devil’s Playhouse is getting twisty, and Sam’s rolling up his sleeves, smackin’ heads and throwin’ slugs to crack the case.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 411 MB

Add-on Game Content

MAG – Interdiction Mission Pack ($9.99)
Interdiction; the act of halting an enemy’s advance through destruction with firepower. Featuring new armor, medals, ribbons and Trophies, cut off your enemy’s advance on neutral battlefields, fighting to seize control of command posts in all-new missions utilizing convoys to survive the offensive onslaught.
File size: 440 MB

LittleBigPlanet – Summer Solstice Costume (free)
Celebrate the coming of Summer with this limited edition costume for Sackboy! Available for a limited time!
File size: 1.04 MB

ModNation Racers: Princess Mod ($0.99)
Help Princess fulfill her dream of wearing a real crown by putting her in first place in ModNation™ Racers. Surprise the competition with her dainty looks as you boost, drift, and draft your way into the winner’s circle! Princess includes several Mod accessories for you to Create within the Mod Studio including a Tutu, Tiara, and Stampable Jewels! Download this Mod today!
File size: 100 KB

ModNation Racers: Princess Kart ($0.99)
Bring a little royalty and class to the tracks of ModNation Racers with Princess’ Kart! Princess’ Kart includes a fully-designed Kart body, as well as Kart parts for you to Create within the Kart Studio including a Carriage Body and Seat, Magic Mirror steering wheel, and Carriage Wheels for tires. Download this Add-on today!
File size: 100 KB

ModNation Racers: Princess Mod and Kart ($1.75)
Princess will bring some royal class to the MRC! Don’t be fooled by Princess’ deceptively dainty style and kart, she has enough skills to rule the track and take the crown. This ModNation™ Racers Princess Mod AND Princess’ Kart bundle pack includes a fully-designed Mod, Kart, as well as several related parts and accessories for you to Create within the Mod and Kart Studios. Download this pack today!
File size: 200 KB

Tiger Wood PGA Tour 11: River Course At Blackwolf Run ($9.99)
Bring your “A” game and prepare to play one of North America’s most challenging and scenic courses. The Wisconsin based course features vast rolling greens, grass topped dunes and deep bunkers. Tee off at this award winning course today!
File size: 141 MB

Red Dead Redemption: Outlaws to the End Co-Op Pack (free)
The Outlaws To The End Co-Op Mission Pack lets up to four players join forces and take on the Dying West together. Missions include raiding gold mines, clearing the outlaw-infested town of Tumbleweed with cannons and Gatling guns, battling rebel insurgents across the river banks, and more in 6 new co-op missions. With new Trophies and Challenges, this extensive co-op pack brings hours of gunslinging action to your Red Dead Redemption experience.
File size: 15 MB

Just Cause 2: Bull’s Eye Assault Rifle ($0.99)
Blows the ’standard’ assault rifle out of the water!
File size: 481 KB

Just Cause 2: Chevalier Classic ($0.99)
No agent should be without a hot set of wheels.
File size: 2.1 MB

Just Cause 2: Monster Truck ($0.99)
If you can’t go through it, just go over it!
File size: 3.27 MB

Just Cause 2: Rico’s Signature Gun ($0.99)
A signature gun adapted for Rico’s shooting style.
File size: 406 KB

Just Cause 2: Tuk Tuk Boom Boom (free)
Try out a true weapon of mass destruction in the new and improved Tuk Tuk.
File size: 2.22 MB

Lost Planet 2 – Killzone 2 Helghast Assault and Scout Character (free)
On the lost planet of E.D.N. III, only the toughest survive and they don’t come much tougher than the helghast Assault and Helghast Scout troops. The most feared units from Killzone now get to take on Lost Planet 2’s pirate factions and the deadly giant Akrid. helghast Assault and Helghast Scout are available now as an exclusive download for PlayStation 3 system owners.
File size: 5.4 MB

Super Street Fighter IV: Super Shadaloo Costume Pack ($3.99)
Download the sixth pack of alternate costumes for Super Street Fighter IV! New costumes for Balrog, Sagat, Vega, M.Bison and Seth are included. Don these new threads and take down all of your rivals in style! Only available for use with Super Street Fighter IV.
File size: 100 KB

Battlefield Bad Company 2 Onslaught Mode ($9.99)
Expanding the Battlefield: Bad Company 2 online multiplayer experience, Onslaught Mode delivers the first online co-op Battlefield action to the PlayStation 3 system! Up to 4 players can team up and put their squad skills to the test across 4 enhanced multiplayer maps fighting against A.I. forces and new enemy vehicles such as the Mark V patrol boat.
File size: 100 KB

Skate 3: Black Box Distribution Skate Park ($2.99)
Hone your skills and rip like the pros of Zero, Mystery, and Fallen by skating their private training facility, a park with a little something for every skater.
File size: 1.52 MB

Guitar Hero
For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com.

• “Damned If I Do Ya (Live)” by All Time Low ($1.99)
• “Dear Maria Count Me In” by All Time Low ($1.99)
• “Weightless” by All Time Low ($1.99)
• All Time Low Track Pack ($5.49) – Downloadable Track Pack featuring “Damned If I Do Ya (Live),” “Dear Maria Count Me In,” and “Weightless” by All Time Low. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading.

File size: 32 – 34 MB (singles), 95 MB (track pack)

Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

• “7 Things” – Miley Cyrus ($1.99)
• “Can’t Be Tamed” – Miley Cyrus ($1.99)
• “Fly On The Wall” – Miley Cyrus ($1.99)
• “See You Again” – Miley Cyrus ($1.99)
• “Start All Over” – Miley Cyrus ($1.99)

Rock Band Network

• “Creepy Doll” by Jonathan Coulton ($1.99)
• “HTML Rulez D00d” by The Devil Wears Prada ($1.99)
• “Jumper ‘09″ by Third Eye Blind ($1.99)
• “Paralyze” by Finger Eleven ($1.99)
• “Requiem For A Dying Song” by Flogging Molly ($0.99)

File size: 23 – 31 MB (singles),

Bundles

Blue Toad Murder Files Episodes 2-6 Upgrade ($25.49)
If you already own episode 1, upgrade to the full season of Blue Toad Murder Files for a special discounted price! Played solo or up to four players locally, can you unravel the secrets of Little Riddle? This product supports the following languages: In-game speech: English; On-screen text: English.
File size: 1.57 GB

Blue Toad Murder Files: Episode 1-6 Bundle Pack ($26.99)
6 great episodes for a special discounted price! Played solo or up to four players locally, can you unravel the secrets of Little Riddle? This product supports the following languages: In-game speech: English; On-screen text: English.
File size: 1.98 GB

Sonic & Sega All Stars Racing Add-On Bundle ($6.49)
Sonic is racing into his 19th year, so to celebrate we’re offering you an exclusive bundle deal – get the Ryo with Forklift Character Add On and Metal Sonic Death Egg Add On for Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing for a whopping 50% off – now only $6.49 for a limited time!
File size: 149 MB

Flower Soundtrack Bundle ($4.99)
Flower lets you take control of the wind as you explore and navigate beautiful, lush environments using only the SIXAXIS wireless controller, for an interactive escape that takes you on an emotional journey. Download both the original soundtrack from Flower and the Flower dynamic theme at this special bundle price.
File size: 129.4 MB

Avatars

LittleBigPlanet – World Cup Avatars (x32) ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB

Flower Avatars (x5) ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB

Flower Avatar Bundle ($1.75)
File size: 500 KB

Game Videos (free)

Alpha Protocol Launch Trailer
File size: 46 MB (HD)

PS3 Themes

World Cup Soccer Dynamic Themes (x22) ($1.99)
File size: 1.94 – 2.07 MB

Battlestar Galactica Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 4.83 MB

2 Dollar Special ($1.99)
File size: 6.01 MB

American Soccer Girl ($1.49)
File size: 4.54 MB

Steam Punk ($1.49)
File size: 5.37 MB

Wallpapers (free)

Anarchy: Rush Hour Wallpaper 2
File size: 147 KB (SD), 926 KB (HD)

Anarchy: Rush Hour Wallpaper 3
File size: 107 KB (SD), 879 KB (HD)

PlayStation Store for PSP

Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 Storefront)

TNA Impact: Cross The Line ($29.99)
Wrestling so real you feel pain! Enter the ring and experience the adrenaline-pumping action, the drama, and style of the world’s premier professional wrestling organization! This is total nonstop action. This is wrestling. This is TNA.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 928 MB

PSP Minis (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Burnin’ Rubber – Minis ($3.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 2.4 MB

INFLUENCE – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 52 MB

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

BUZZ! Quiz World: National Geographic Prehistoric Quiz Pack ($2.99)
The world famous National GeographicTM archives brings you the ultimate quiz about a time when dinosaurs ruled the world! This pack features hundreds of new questions to play in any of your favorite BUZZ! Quiz World game modes for your PSP or PSPgo system. Download this quiz pack today and turn your party into the ultimate trivia showdown.
File size: 67 MB

LittleBigPlanet PSP – Unidentified Sacking Objects Costume (free)
USO’s (Unidentified Sacking Objects) have been spotted in your area. What’s green, has one eye, and a purple raygun? This wonderful new costume! NOTE: Manual Update required
File size: 1.16 MB

LittleBigPlanet PSP – Unidentified Sacking Objects Pack ($2.99)
USO’s (Unidentified Sacking Objects) have been spotted in your area. Make sure your levels are out of this world with the amazing Unidentified Sacking Objects pack. 4 costumes and 12 great new stickers will help send your Sackboy into orbit. NOTE: Manual Update required
File size: 1.27 MB

Game Videos (free)

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable Walkthrough Video #1
File size: 25 MB

PSP Themes (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Battlestar Galactica PSP Theme ($1.49)
File size: 539 KB

2 Dollar Special PSP Theme 1 ($1.49)
File size: 577 KB

2 Dollar Special PSP Theme 2 ($1.49)
File size: 630 KB

Steam Punk PSP Theme ($1.49)
File size: 556 KB

American Soccer Girl PSP Theme ($1.49)
File size: 513 KB

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In the first half of our video interview with John Koller, we talked about PSP, Sony's expectations for the PSP Go, and a new marketing direction for the portal. In the second half of our video interview with Sony's John Koller, we chat about some of E3's key surprises, including PlayStation Plus and Steamworks. What can we expect from Sony's new partnership with Valve? How did it come together? Furthermore, what kind of services will PlayStation Plus offer? These questions and more in part two, viewable after the break.

SCEA's director of hardware and marketing sat down for an intimate 30-minute chat with us at E3 this year. In the first part of this video interview, we talk primarily about the PSP, and Sony's expectations for the PSP Go. In the second part, we also talk about the PlayStation Network, and Sony's future plans for PlayStation Plus and cross-game chat.

First announced at the Sony E3 2010 press conference, the PlayStation Network Video Store is coming to our Canadian neighbors on July 1st. It's taken a long time, but Canadians will finally be able to download movies and television shows directly to their PS3 and PSP systems.

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Hi Everyone – Time for this week’s video store updates.

Only have 30 minutes or so? Be sure to check out episodes of Avatar: The Last Airbender and the Hard Times of RJ Berger or stay put a little longer and relive the heated Celtics v Lakers rivalry with NBA 2010 Finals now available under New TV Arrivals on the video store. If you’re a sports fan you’ll also want to download today the MLB.TV app. The app is free on the game store under media, and this Friday through Sunday anyone with the app can stream all live MLB Games and catch up on past games for free on the PS3.

For more specials check out the Deal of the Week on the video store and take advantage of discounts on A-Team and Miami Vice. Also available at a discount are episodes of Glenn Martin DDS from Nick.

Finally, if you are looking for a thriller to watch this weekend or a hilarious comedy? Here are a few new releases that will keep you entertained all weekend long—The Book of Eli, When in Rome, and Youth in Revolt. You can also find a great compilation of Martin Scorsese films like Shutter Island and The Departed in Spotlight on Scorsese under Featured Collections.

Top Movies

The Book of Eli Shutter Island Alice In Wonderland From Paris With Love Avatar The Wolfman (2010) (Unrated) Legion Youth In Revolt Zombieland 9

Top TV Episodes

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Hey again everyone –

We have some more free game trailers from around E3 today. Also, be sure to check out the Hot Shots Tennis: Get A Grip E3 Demo!

PS3 Game Videos (free)

• Pulse E3 Special Edition 2
• Summer 2010 PS3 Software Showcase
• Summer 2010 PSP Software Showcase
• Summer 2010 Product Montage
• Summer 2010 Move Montage Video
• Twisted Metal Clown Gameplay Trailer
• Enslaved Trailer
• Marvel vs Capcom 3 Trailer
• Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood E3 Trailer
• Transformers: War For Cybertron Multiplayer Game Modes Trailer
• Transformers: War For Cybertron CG Trailer
• Transformers: War For Cybertron Gameplay Reveal Trailer
• Fallout: New Vegas E3 Trailer
• Dead Space 2 Trailer
• Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Trailer
• Sonic The Hedgehog 4 Episode I E3 Trailer
• Vanquish Gameplay Trailer #1
• Final Fantasy XIV Trailer
• Deus Ex 3 Network Trailer
• Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days – E3 Trailer
• Fist Of The North Star Trailer
• Quantum Theory E3 Trailer
• Trinity: Souls Of Zill O’Li – Network Trailer
• Warriors: Legend Of Troy E3 Trailer
• Red Faction: Armageddon Announcement Trailer
• Front Mission Evolved – E3 2010 Trailer
• Mindjack – E3 2010 Trailer

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

Hot Shots Tennis: Get A Grip E3 Demo
ESRB Rated E
File size:

PSP Game Videos (free)

• Pulse E3 Special Edition 2
• Final Fantasy XIV Trailer
• Despicable Me Digital Trailer
• Enslaved Trailer
• Marvel vs Capcom 3 Trailer
• Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood E3 Trailer
• Quantum Theory E3 Trailer
• Fallout: New Vegas E3 Trailer
• Twisted Metal Clown Gameplay Trailer
• Summer 2010 PS3 Software Showcase
• Summer 2010 PSP Software Showcase
• Summer 2010 Product Montage
• Summer 2010 Move Montage Video

Hi Everyone – PlayStation Network has great news for all the Dads and baseball fans out there! This Friday through Sunday, anyone with the MLB.TV app on the PS3 can stream all the live MLB games and catch up on past games for free. You can download the free MLB.TV app from the “Media” category on PlayStation Store. So now is a great time to get the free app and check out MLB.TV. To ensure you don’t miss out on the remaining 2010 MLB Season action, subscribe to MLB.TV today!

Happy Father’s Day weekend, from PlayStation Network and MLB.TV.

Hey again everyone –

It’s Day 2 of E3 and we’ve got more exciting content for you to check out.

PS3 Game Videos (free)

• Sony E3 Press Conference Part 2
• Sony E3 Press Conference Part 3
• Pulse Special E3 Edition Part 1
• DC Universe Online E3 Trailer
• Ben 10 Ultimate Alien: Cosmic Destruction E3 Trailer
• Mafia II – “Made Men” Trailer
• Call Of Duty: Black Ops: Uncut Reveal Trailer
• UFC Undisputed 2010 Penn Trailer
• UFC Undisputed 2010 Velasquez Trailer
• ModNation Racers: BTS: Track Studio
• ModNation Racers: BTS: SHARE
• Heavy Rain – Move Trailer
• Patapon 3 Trailer
• Gran Turismo 5 E3 2010 Trailer
• Gran Turismo 5 Retrospective Video
• The Fight Lights Out Trailer
• Sly Cooper Trailer
• The Shoot Trailer
• Start The Party Trailer
• InviZimals Trailer
• EyePet Move Trailer
• inFAMOUS 2 Trailer
• MotorStorm: Apocalypse Trailer
• SOCOM 4: US Navy SEALs Trailer
• Killzone 3 – E3 Gameplay Trailer
• Killzone 3 – Teaser Trailer
• Dead Nation Trailer
• God Of War: Ghost Of Sparta E3 Trailer
• Kung Fu Rider Move Trailer
• TV Superstars Move Trailer
• Sports Champions Move Trailer
• EyePet PSP Trailer

PSP Game Videos (free)

• Sony E3 Press Conference Part 2
• Sony E3 Press Conference Part 3
• Sony E3 Press Conference Part 4
• Pulse Special E3 Edition Part 1
• Ben 10 Ultimate Alien: Cosmic Destruction E3 Trailer
• Gran Turismo 5 E3 2010 Trailer
• Heavy Rain – Move Trailer
• Patapon 3 Trailer
• God Of War: Ghost Of Sparta E3 Trailer
• The Fight Lights Out Trailer
• Sly Cooper Trailer
• The Shoot Trailer
• Start The Party Trailer
• InviZimals Trailer
• EyePet Move Trailer
• inFAMOUS 2 Trailer
• Motorstorm: Apocalypse Trailer
• SOCOM 4: US Navy SEALs Trailer
• Killzone 3 – E3 Gameplay Trailer
• Killzone 3 – Teaser Trailer
• ModNation Racers: BTS: Track Studio
• ModNation Racers: BTS: Share
• Gran Turismo 5 Retrospective Video
• EyePet PSP Trailer
• Kung Fu Rider Move Trailer
• TV Superstars Move Trailer
• Sports Champions Move Trailer

As you may have heard from Jack Tretton’s E3 keynote yesterday, after a successful First Season of PlayStation Network’s debut original competitive reality series, The Tester, we’re excited to announce we will be moving forward with a Second Season! A casting call for Season 2 is now open at thetester.com.

So if you think you’ve got what it takes to compete against other hopeful gamers from across the country to win a job as an official PlayStation game tester, go to our casting site, powered by GotCast, and create a profile that includes a photo and video about yourself. Remember, not only are we looking for highly skilled gamers, we are looking for personality too.

We’re also adding a new twist to the casting process for this Season. There will be an online casting contest that will allow at least one lucky person to be voted onto the Season 2 cast by the PlayStation Community. So make sure to get the word out about yourself after you’ve created your profile.

The First Season of The Tester, produced by reality programming veterans 51 Minds Entertainment, debuted exclusively on PlayStation Network in February 2010, pitting 11 hopeful gamers to compete for a chance to win a position as a game tester at Sony Computer Entertainment America. In the 8-episode series, the competitors were put to the test under the scrutiny of a panel of judges, including Brent Gocke, release manager from SCEA, and guest judges such as David Jaffe, director and lead designer of God of War and Twisted Metal. In the end, Will Powers, aka “Cyrus”, beat out the 10 other contestants and won a job working for PlayStation’s Quality Assurance department in San Diego, Calif.

Take a look at this video for some helpful tips from Will Powers on how to make your profile a winner!

Look out for more updates from us during the summer long, interactive casting process, which begins today. Community voting will start on July 6th.

You can also still catch the entire eight-episode debut Season available from PlayStation Store in both Standard and High Definition formats.

If you have been paying attention to all of the news coming out of E3, you probably heard that we introduced a new subscription service called PlayStation Plus, which will be available on June 29.

PlayStation Plus is a service that lives on top of the current PlayStation Network. So, while users will continue to have free access to PlayStation Network’s unmatched and ever-growing suite of new and exclusive content, services, and community focused tools – just as they do today – PlayStation Plus subscribers will gain access to an exclusive set of features and content designed specifically for gamers.

When you subscribe to PlayStation Plus, you’ll get free games and DLC (pretty sweet), frequent discounts on PlayStation Store, early invitations to select betas of popular games, and free monthly episodes of Qore – our high-definition, interactive gaming lifestyle show. You’ll also enjoy new functionality such as Full Game Trial where you can “try before you buy” – play a Blu-ray or PSN game for up to one hour and then you can buy the game, download it and keep your progress and trophies. Another cool feature is Automatic Downloads that will push select demos, game related videos, patches and firmware updates to your PS3 so you don’t have to think about it. Total it up and you’ll get hundreds of dollars of value through the year with exclusive digital content from both our World Wide Studios Group and our publishing partners. And every month we’ll be adding new content and continually adding new features, making PlayStation Plus an incredible value, time saver and ticket to front-of-the-line access.

At launch, PlayStation Plus will offer subscribers the full PlayStation Network game, WipEout HD, full game trial of inFAMOUS, PSP minis and PS One Classics such as Fieldrunners, Age of Zombies and Rally Cross, as well as premium avatars, themes and DLC levels and map packs. Additionally, subscribers will always have access to their virtual library of free games for as long as they keep their PlayStation Plus subscription. In all, subscribers will get an unprecedented amount of value, access and convenience and, in the first month alone, will receive more than $50 worth of content.

PlayStation Plus will be available for a yearly fee of $49.99. We are also running a “limited time offer” giving subscribers 3 free bonus months for signing up for a yearly subscription – so those who
sign up now will get 15-months of PlayStation Plus. Consumers also have the option to subscribe for 3 months for $17.99.

You can sign up on the PlayStation Store or learn more about the exclusive features at us.playstation.com.

Hi Everyone- Here’s this week’s Digital Comics update.

As usual, we have the full list of new content to the store below, but let’s take a look at some of the highlights.

Inspired by Tim Burton’s recent cinematic extravaganza, Alice in Wonderland is now available. The graphic novel adaptation has amazing artwork and a script spun off the Johnny Depp film.

We also got in another Marvel smash release with Astonishing Tales (2009) featuring an assortment of stories from the Marvel Universe. In the first issue alone you’ll get Iron Man, Wolverine, Punisher and more. Plus, it’s put together by some of the best creators: C.B. Cebulski (X-Infernus), Jonathan Hickman (Secret Warriors), and Kenneth Roquefort.

Also notable mentions for this week: Kill Shakespeare, Beyond, Hope Falls, Criminal, Powers, and Transformers.

That’s it, have a great week, and head to www.playstationcomics.com for more info or to view our full catalog and pricing.

• 2000AD Prog # 1684
• Alice in Wonderland
• Astonishing Tales (2009) # 1
• Beyond # 4
• Criminal (2008) # 2
• Criminal (2008) # 3
• Devi # 4
• G.I. Joe # 18
• Hope Falls # 2
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 5
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 6
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 7
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 8
• Powers (2000) # 11
• Powers (2000) 12
• Ramayan 3392 AD # 4
• The Sadhu # 4
• Scrooge McDuck and the Ghost’s Treasure or Vice Versa
• Scrooge McDuck and the Spring Money Bin
• Serpent Wars # 5
• Snakewoman # 4
• Transformers: Last Stand of the Wreckers # 4
• Wizards of Mickey # 8

Hi Everyone – It’s time for the weekly PlayStation Store Update.

Updates

Tank Battles Permanent Price Drop (now $4.99, original price $6.99)
GI Joe: Rise Of Cobra Permanent Price Drop (now $9.99, original price $39.99)
Scrabble Permanent Price Drop (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Hot Brain Permanent Price Drop (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Justice League Heroes Permanent Price Drop (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Aero Racer Permanent Price Drop (now $2.99, original price $4.99)
The Red Star – Sale (now $7.99, original price $14.99)

Downloadable Games

Catan ($6.99)
Welcome to Catan, the smash hit board game, now available on your PlayStation 3 system!
Roll the dice and gather resources to build roads and settlements for points. Be the first to collect 10 points to win! With accessible rules, a different map each match, and a multiple ways to earn points, Catan is enjoyable by both beginners and experts alike.
Catan also supports online play for up to 4 players.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 353 MB

GundeadliGne ($5.99)
Reload for more shooting action with GundeadliGne, an anime-style 2-D scrolling game of the intense indie ‘bullet hell’ genre. Take your place as a mercenary and assist in the effort to prevent the annihilation of mankind by the demons of the underworld. Grab a friend and lock and load! Choose from two player characters, and fight to unlock the third! Choose from 6 Matrix Masters with different abilities to help you along your way.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 380 MB

Hitogata Happa ($5.99)
Shoot ‘em up with Hitogata Happa, one of three titles in the Gundemonium Collection — the 2-D anime-style scrolling games in the intense indie ‘bullet hell’ genre. Vertically scrolling upward, the action in this game is a visual mish-mash of bullets, bombs, tanks, laser beams and fireballs that will give your senses a total overload. Collect gems along the way to help you in your mission and defeat the boss at the end of each of the six stages.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 590 MB

Gundemonium Recollection ($5.99)
Blast through Gundemonium Recollection, which is assaulting the PlayStation Network in its global debut! This 2-D anime-style game brings the intense indie ‘bullet hell’ genre to your PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. Choose one of three playable characters or an unlockable fourth! Dominate 5 levels of frenetic gameplay while being bombarded with high-impact weaponry. Three game play modes will keep the non-stop action going!
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 286 MB

PSone Classics

Final Fantasy IX ($9.99)
On a beautiful blue planet known as Gaia, where the Crystal served as the foundation of all life, the kingdom of Alexandria began invading neighboring nations. Her queen was manipulated by Kuja, a man seen by many as an angel of death.
Zidane, a member of the Tantalus, is joined by unexpected allies as he sets forth on a journey to stop the ensuing war. Thus begins an epic adventure to protect the Crystal and all life on Gaia.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 1.5 GB

Game Demos (free)

Backbreaker Demo
Hit the gridiron and test your football skills in this hard-hitting new demo from 505 Games and Natural Motion Games. Choose to play in full 11-on-11 Exhibition mode, take on challenges in Tackle Alley, or build your skills in a range of training exercises in Training Camp.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 437 MB

Tales Of Monkey Island: Chapter 1 Trial
Sabers, skullduggery, romance!
Play the opening of the saga in the trial, kicking off with a heated battle between the brave but often bumbling Mighty Pirate Guybrush Threepwood and his arch nemesis, the demon pirate LeChuck.
In the full series bundle, Guybrush inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with his nemesis’ expelled voodoo. Little does he know, his quest to save the isles is part of a much grander, more sinister plot.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 227 MB

MLB 10: The Show 3D Demo
Experience a taste of The Show, now in 3D!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 2.9 GB

NCAA Football 11 Demo
Only NCAA Football 11 gives you 120 ways to win! Play the demo which features eight NCAA football teams for a total of four different matchups. Win each game to unlock all eight school’s Nike Pro Combat uniforms for use in the full retail version. Whether you get to run the ‘no-huddle’ spread or walk out of the tunnel locking arms, you will feel the emotion of authentic college football!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 1.74 GB

Add-on Game Content

BUZZ! – Celebrities Quiz Pack ($5.99)
Test your knowledge on the Hollywood’s most popular celebrities! 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: 52 MB

Super Street Fighter IV: Super Brawler Costume Pack ($3.99)
Download the fifth pack of alternate costumes for Super Street Fighter IV! New costumes for Zangief, E.Honda, Rufus, Abel and El Fuerte are included! Make these characters even more unique with these awesome new costumes! Only available for use with Super Street Fighter IV.
File size: 100 KB

Battefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit – Assault ($6.99)
Packing a heavy punch in both offensive and defensive scenarios, the Assault Kit is one of the most versatile kits in Battlefield: Bad Company 2 multiplayer matches.
With the Assault Kit Short-Cut Pack get immediate access to all the Assault Kit specific unlocks. Includes 6 weapons, 3 specialisations and 3 gadgets.
File size: 100 KB

Battefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit – Engineer ($6.99)
A specialist in destroying and repairing vehicles, the engineer is a valuable asset to have during Battlefield: Bad Company 2 multiplayer battles.
With the Engineer Kit Short-Cut Pack get immediate access to all the Engineer Kit specific unlocks. Includes 7 weapons, 3 specializations and 2 gadgets.
File size: 100 KB

Battefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit – Medic ($6.99)
A crucial member of the team, the medic is capable of not only healing and reviving team-mates but also laying down high volumes of sustained fire against enemy infantry
With the Medic Kit Short-Cut Pack get immediate access to all the Medic Kit specific unlocks. Includes 6 weapons, 5 specializations and 2 gadgets.
File size: 100 KB

Battefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit – Recon ($6.99)
Deadly from long-range, the Recon soldier is the only multiplayer kit which can deliver vehicle-destroying high-explosive charges
With the Recon Kit Short-Cut Pack get immediate access to all the Recon Kit specific unlocks. Includes 6 weapons, 4 specializations and 2 gadgets.
File size: 100 KB

Tiger Wood PGA Tour 11: Emerald Dragon ($9.99)
Grab your clubs and prepare for an epic challenge at The Emerald Dragon! This brand new fantasy course is set in the shadow of Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji. Challenge your strategic game with split fairways, abundant water, and rolling elevation as you wind your way through the course and come face to face with the Emerald Dragon itself!
File size: 139 MB

Record Of Agarest War: Item Pack 19: Almighty Kit ($2.99)
Contains [Sigil Wing], [Rod of Omniscience], and [Haken Meteor]. This breaker, rod, and spear are each believed to have powers beyond imagination. Equip them all, and maybe you can surpass even the gods…
File size: 2.33 MB

Record Of Agarest War: Item Pack 20: Neverland Kit ($2.99)
A set of powerful items that show up in Neverland. A four-piece set that contains [Chicken Ring], [Hiyokomaki], [Core Elemental], and [Wind of Carillon]. It’s like a dream!
File size: 2.33 MB

Record Of Agarest War: Points Pack 6: Additional PP ($9.99)
This will increase your PP by an incredible 3,000PP! PP are shared points for your entire party and can be used to increase anyone’s stats. This might be all you need to create your dream party.
File size: 2.33 MB

Guitar Hero
For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com.

• “I’m Eighteen” by Alice Cooper ($1.99)
• “School’s Out” by Alice Cooper ($1.99)
• “Welcome To My Nightmare” by Alice Cooper ($1.99)
• Alice Cooper Track Pack ($5.49) – Downloadable Track Pack featuring “I’m Eighteen,” “School’s Out,” and “Welcome To My Nightmare” by Alice Cooper. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading.

File size: Singles 30 – 49 MB, Track Pack 114 MB

Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

• “Crazy Babies” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “Diggin’ Me Down” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “I Don’t Wanna Stop” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “Let Me Hear You Scream” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “No More Tears” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “Soul Sucker” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• Ozzy Osbourne Pack 01 ($9.99) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: Ozzy Osbourne Pack 01. This pack includes “Crazy Babies”, “Diggin’ Me Down”, “I Don’t Wanna Stop”, “Let Me Hear You Scream”, “No More Tears”, and “Soul Sucker” by Ozzy Osbourne.

Rock Band Network

• “Day Of Mourning” by Despised Icon ($1.99)
• “Demon Woman” by Flight of the Conchords ($1.99)
• “Ikea” by of Jonathan Coulton ($1.99)
• “Never Let You Go ‘09″ by Third Eye Blind ($1.99)
• “The Attitude Song” by Steve Vai ($1.99)

File size: Singles 12 – 58 MB, Track Pack 232 MB

Bundles

Gundemonium Collection ($14.99)
The Gundemonium Collection is making its global PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system debut! The intense indie ‘bullet hell’ genre is invading your PS3 with 3 action-packed titles including Gundemonium Recollection, GundeadliGne, and Hitogata Happa. Each provide non-stop 2-D anime art shooting fun, with their own unique gameplay styles, that will make you want to lock and load over and over again.
File size: 1.23 GB

Tales Of Monkey Island – Full Season Bundle ($19.99)
Telltale and LucasArts bring 5-game epic pirate adventure to PlayStation Network!
Sabers, skullduggery, romance! Tales of Monkey Island has it all!
While battling the evil pirate LeChuck, Guybrush Threepwood inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with his nemesis’ expelled voodoo. Little does Guybrush know, his quest to the save the isles is part of a much grander, more sinister plot.
File size: 1.04 GB

Battlefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit ($19.99)
Unlock all kit-specific items across the Assault, Engineer, Medic and Recon multiplayer kits in Battlefield: Bad Company 2. Bundle pack also includes the 7 available vehicle unlocks.
File size: 100 KB

Avatars

Super Street Fighter IV Avatars (x2) ($0.49)
File size: 100 – 111 KB

Echochrome Avatars (x4) ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB

Echochrome Avatar Bundle ($1.25)
File size: 400 KB

Game Videos (free)

Blur Sweet Emotion Launch Trailer
File size: 48 MB (HD)

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype: Gameplay Trailer 1
File size: 89 MB (HD)

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype: Gameplay Trailer 2
File size: 94 MB (HD)

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype: Gameplay Trailer 3
File size: 88 MB (HD)

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype: Gameplay Trailer 4
File size: 88 MB (HD)

Battlefield Bad Company 2 – Onslaught Trailer
File size: 38 MB (HD)

Deathspank – Story Trailer
File size: 59 MB (HD)

Shank – Announce Trailer
File size: 75 MB (HD)

Dragon Ball Raging Blast 2 Trailer 1
File size: 60 MB (HD)

Alpha Protocol Music Video
File size: 53 MB (HD)

Alpha Protocol Thorton Trailer
File size: 58 MB (HD)

Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days – Cops & Robbers Trailer
File size: 47 MB (HD)

Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days – Fragile Alliance Trailer
File size: 62 MB (HD)

Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days – Undercovercop Trailer
File size: 59 MB (HD)

Prince Of Persia: The Forgotten Sands – Cinematic Intro Movie
File size: 90 MB (HD)

Prince Of Persia: The Forgotten Sands – Launch Trailer
File size: 74 MB (HD)

Prince Of Persia: The Forgotten Sands – Sand Army Trailer
File size: 75 MB (HD)

ModNation Racers Launch Trailer
File size: 86 MB (HD), 144 MB (1080)

ModNation Racers Artist Spotlight: Naught Dog
File size: 200 MB (HD), 335 MB (1080)

PlayStation Move Developer Diary Compilation
File size: 142 MB (HD), 209 MB (1080)

GundeadliGne Trailer
File size: 18 MB (SD), 48 MB (HD), 66 MB (1080)

Gundemonium Collection Trailer
File size: 15 MB (SD), 44 MB (HD), 57 MB (1080)

Hitogata Happa Trailer
File size: 16 MB (SD), 43 MB (HD), 57 MB (1080)

Gundemonium Recollection Traler
File size: 14 MB (SD), 39 MB (HD), 51 MB (1080)

PS3 Themes

GundeadliGne Theme (free)
File size: 2.44 MB

Gundemonium Collection Theme (free)
File size: 2.30 MB

Hitogata Happa Theme (free)
File size: 2.05 MB

Gundemonium Recollection Theme (free)
File size: 3.03 MB

Gangsters Premium Theme ($1.99)
File size: 6.61 MB

Western Sky ($1.99)
File size: 3.11 MB

White Knight Chronicles International Edition Black & White Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 6.90 MB

Wallpapers (free)

Anarchy: Rush Hour Wallpaper
File size: 111 KB (SD), 826 KB (1080)

GundeadliGne Wallpaper
File size: 73 KB (SD), 861 KB (1080)

Gundemonium Collection Wallpaper
File size: 80 KB (SD), 977 KB (1080)

Gundemonium Recollection Wallpaper
File size: 60 KB (SD), 704 KB (1080)

Hitogata Happa Wallpaper
File size: 88 KB (SD), 733 KB (1080)

PlayStation Store for PSP

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

Worms: Battle Islands Demo
Get a taste of Worms: Battle Islands in this free demo version of the game! In this demo you can do battle in either the Arctic or Jungle environments, learn the ropes in three separate tutorial stages, play against the computer or a friend in two different multiplayer modes, or test yourself by attempting three different single player campaign missions.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 19 MB

PSP Minis (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Express Raider – Minis ($3.99)
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 4.53 MB

Mahjongg Artificats – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 38 MB

Beam Em Up – Minis ($4.49)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 16 MB

Pallurikio – Minis ($3.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 22 MB

History Ice Road Truckers – Minis ($2.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 17 MB

Tehra: Dark Warrior – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated T
File size: 50 MB

Gold Fever – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 8.96 MB

Rocks N’ Rockets – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 7.8 MB

Red Bull X-Fighters – Minis ($6.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 15 MB

Yetisports – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 7.7 MB

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

Toy Story 3: Aliens ($0.99)
Embark on a dangerous mission, should you choose to accept it. As Buzz Lightyear, you receive an SOS signal from the Aliens. Overcome all odds and enemies to save them.
File size: 6.3 MB

Toy Story 3: Lost In Ghost Town ($0.99)
Jessie is lost in a ghost town. Take Woody and his trusty pal, Bullseye, on a scary adventure to rescue Jessie.
File size: 4.4 MB

Toy Story 3: The Blazing Inferno ($0.99)
A bunch of critters have been trapped by fire. As Sherriff Woody, fight through the blazing inferno and bring them all to safety.
File size: 4.9 MB

Toy Story 3: Zurgbots Factory ($0.99)
After eons of searching, Buzz Lightyear discovers the Zurgbot’s factory on an unlisted planet. Battle your way to the heart of the factory to ruin Zurg’s plans for destruction.
File size: 6.5 MB

LittleBigPlanet PSP – MotorStorm Hessian Stitch Costume (free)
PLAY, CREATE, SHARE…Everywhere.
LittleBigPlanet’s critically acclaimed “PLAY, CREATE, SHARE” experience, makes its way to the PSP system with a completely new Sackboy adventure. Get this free costume from the MotorStorm Hessian Stitch Pack. NOTE: Manual Update required
File size: 1.33 MB

LittleBigPlanet PSP – MotorStorm Stitch Pack ($2.99)
PLAY, CREATE, SHARE…Everywhere. Download a new set of costumes and stickers to create your own MotorStorm levels! The MotorStorm Hessian Stitch Pack includes 4 Costumes and 12 Stickers. NOTE: Manual Update required
File size: 1.5 MB

BUZZ! Quiz World: The ‘00 Quiz ($2.99)
Relive the greatest moments of the first decade of the 2000’s! Laugh and compete with your friends over trivia that defined the 2000’s in this BUZZ!: The ‘00 Quiz pack. This pack features hundreds of new questions to play in any of your favorite BUZZ! Quiz World game modes for your PSP or PSPgo system. Download this quiz pack today and turn your party into the ultimate trivia showdown.
File size: 36 MB

Bundles

Toy Story 3: Bundle Of Fun 4-Pack ($2.99)
Enjoy all 4 mini-adventures for one low price. This bundle includes both mini-adventures from Woody’s Roundup and Buzz Adventures. It’s a bundle of fun!
File size: 22.1 MB

Game Videos (free)

Knights In The Nightmare Teaser Trailer
File size: 8.05 MB

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable Full Trailer
File size: 8.28 MB

Armored Core Last Raven Promo Movie 1
File size: 17 MB

Armored Core Last Raven Promo Movie 2
File size: 19 MB

Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team Trailer #1
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Hi everyone! It’s a big day for PlayStation as today we unveiled an unparalleled software lineup, a premium extension to the PlayStation Network called PlayStation Plus and huge momentum on the hardware front with 3D gaming and PlayStation Move, at the E3 Expo in Los Angeles. With the launch of the world’s first 1:1 motion gaming platform for the PlayStation 3 system, PlayStation Move, in North America on September 19, 2010, this truly changes everything. Never before has a player been able to “become” the character in the game…until now. PlayStation Move puts you right in the middle of the action with deep, rich high definition graphics, dynamic gameplay and complete immersion into the game, all of which is only possible on the PlayStation 3 system.

As we previously announced at GDC, PlayStation Move will be available at retailers in North America in a variety of options starting September 21, 2010:

• PlayStation Move motion controller – Available as a standalone for $49.99 (MSRP).
• PlayStation Move Bundle – Includes one PlayStation Move motion controller, a PlayStation Eye camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray game and PlayStation Move game demo disc for $99.99 (MSRP).
• PlayStation 3 Sports Champion Move Bundle – An introductory package for PS3 newcomers, the PlayStation 3 Sports Champion Move Bundle includes a PS3 system, a PlayStation Move motion controller, a PlayStation Eye camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray game and PlayStation Move game demo disc, all for only $399.99 (MSRP)

Additionally, the PlayStation Move navigation controller and PlayStation Eye camera will be available for $29.99 and $39.99, respectively. But wait, there’s more! This fall, we’re also bringing you two additional Move peripherals that will complement your gaming experience.

• PlayStation Move “Charging Station” – Available for $29.99 (MSRP), the Charging Station will allow you to charge two PlayStation Move motion or navigation controllers at once, without connecting them to the PS3.

• PlayStation Move “Shooting Attachment” – Available for $19.99 (MSRP), the Shooting Attachment takes arcade shooting games to a whole new level. The Shooting Attachment snaps directly onto a motion controller and allows gamers to hold the motion controller like a gun, creating a more precise and immersive experience for games like The Shoot! and Time Crisis: Razing Storm.

Today’s press conference wasn’t just about the new hardware – we also showcased incredible software support with a diverse range of gaming content and genres that deliver something for everyone in the family. SCE Worldwide Studios and our publishing partners will release more than 40 PS3 titles by March 2011 that either support, or are dedicated to the new PlayStation Move platform. Our publishing partners are bringing some of their biggest games to PlayStation Move such as NBA 2K11, Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2011, Time Crisis: Razing Storm, and Toy Story 3. Friends and families of all ages can get off the couch and get into the action with titles like EyePet, Sports Champions and LittleBigPlanet 2 that bring incredible realism and creativity to the living room. Core gamers can expect to immerse themselves in titles like Heavy Rain, Killzone 3 and SOCOM 4: U.S. Navy SEALs, with incredible precision and realism that was never before possible.

I’ll say it again – the PlayStation Move launch will truly change everything. We can’t wait for you to get your hands on PlayStation Move this September and see for yourself how it will transform and enhance the way you play. Leave us your comments and let us know what you’re most looking forward to when PlayStation Move hits store shelves!

Sony has confirmed its intentions to offer a premium for-pay version of the PlayStation Network. The name is slightly different from what was initially reported, and will now be called PlayStation Plus. Online play will still be available for all PSN members, free and paying. PlayStation Plus offers a number of added perks, though:

• Exclusive in-game DLC and other content
• Free full games, changing each month
• Early access to demos and betas
• Auto-patching feature, which will detect, download and install updates

PSN+ will be available later this month for $49 annually, or $18 for three months. Subscribers will receive Wipeout HD, a demo for inFamous, Fieldrunners, Age of Zombies, Rallycross and a handful of themes and avatars for free throughout July.

E3 is upon us and there has never been a more exciting time in the gaming world. Whether it’s the recent launch of 3D content or the upcoming release of the PlayStation Move, there is a lot to catch up on with all the news and buzz generated at E3. So, I’m here to tell you that, in similar fashion as last year, PlayStation Store will be publishing daily starting today through Thursday, 6/17.

Today we’ll be pushing out the NCAA Football 11 PS3 Demo from Electronic Arts. Find it in the dedicated E3 2010 category under New Releases.

As per usual, we will have regular PSN Tuesday publish – including Final Fantasy IX – look out for Grace’s post tomorrow.

On Wednesday and Thursday we’ll be loading the Store up with the latest and videos and content straight from the show floor. Here’s a small preview of what we’ll be offering up on those days:

• Sony E3 Press Conference Videos
• Pulse Part 1 & 2
• E3 Sony booth ‘Sizzle’ Videos
• DC Universe Online Trailer
• Gran Turismo 5 Trailers
• PlayStation Move Game Trailers
• Hot Shots Tennis Get a Grip Demo
• God of War Ghost of Sparta Trailer
• Call of Duty Black Ops Trailer
• Mafia II Trailer
• Transformers: War For Cybertron Trailers
• Fallout: New Vegas Trailer
• Crysis 2: ‘The Pinger’ Trailer
• Dead Space 2 Trailer

Be sure to check the blog to find info on the latest releases!

Hi Everyone – Time for this week’s video store update.

Be sure to catch hilarious episodes of Curb Your Enthusiasm and East Bound and Down, now available on the video store, along with action-packed episodes of your favorite HBO series including True Blood, Rome, The Wire, and The Sopranos.

In celebration of the E3 conference next week, video gamers can set their sights on the Gamer Sale now available under Featured Collections. Find episodes of Devil May Cry: Season 1 for 99 cents and purchase films including Doom (Unrated), Street Fighter, Aeon Flux, Resident Evil, OneChanbara: Bikini Samurai Squad, Hitman, Robotech and more starting at $5.99.

With World Cup kicking off in South Africa, the ‘Deal of the Week’ features a special collection of TV and films dedicated to the love of soccer. Discounted titles range from hand-picked episodes of Bones, The Office, Sport Science and Family Guy to films The Damned United, Her Best Move, and Bend It Like Beckham.

Only got 30 minutes or so? Here’s a few new TV additions you won’t want to miss. Take aim with the History Channel’s Top Shot, enjoy the awkward moments of The Hard Times of RJ Berger, and discover Through the Wormhole, a new series hosted and produced by Morgan Freeman exploring some of the greatest and most provocative mysteries of the universe.

Looking for a thriller to watch this weekend? Here are a few new releases that will keep you on the edge of your seat—From Paris With Love, Shutter Island, and Legion. Check out the trailer for From Paris With Love below.

Top Movies

The Wolfman (2010) (Unrated) Shutter Island Alice In Wonderland The Road From Paris With Love Valentine’s Day Avatar Dear John Edge of Darkness Daybreakers

Top TV Episodes

Naruto Shippuden Uncut | Season 1, Vol. 4 Glee | Season 1 Justified | Season 1 The Boondocks | Season 3 Iron Man: Extremis | Season 1 Family Guy | Season 8 Breaking Bad | Season 3 Kekkaishi | Season 1, Volume 1 Lie to Me | Season 2 Neighbors From Hell | Season 1

Hi Everyone – Here’s this week’s Digital Comics update, plus some news about a fun new Facebook application:

This week Marvel releases the first four issues of Ms. Marvel (2006). Follow the adventures of Marvel’s hottest lady as she battles the Brood! Don’t forget to catch up on some more Thor too – issues 7 through 12 are out now.

IDW treats us to three new series: Arcane Legions is based on the board game of the same name, The Last Unicorn is an adaption of the acclaimed novel by Peter S. Beagle, and The Murder of King Tut adapts James Patterson’s best selling novel (a must for Egyptologists).

Also, check out these titles, now available for FREE:

• GI Joe Cobra #1
• Star Trek Mirror Images #1
• Astro Boy Prequel #1
• The Ghoul #1
• Dreamland Chronicles #1

Check below for the full list of new arrivals and as always, head to www.playstationcomics.com for more info or to view our full catalog and pricing.

Here is the full list:

• Arcane Legions # 1
• Atomic Robo Vol.3 # 5
• Beyond # 3
• Criminal (2006) # 10
• Criminal (2008) # 1
• Devi # 3
• Donald Duck and the Beach Training Camp # 0
• Donald Duck and the World Cup Mission # 0
• DoubleDuck # 5
• Eleventh Hour # 1
• G.I. Joe: Operation Hiss # 4
• The Last Unicorn # 1
• The Lexian Chronicles # 6
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 1
• Ms Marvel (2006) 2
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 3
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 4
• Murder of King Tut # 1
• Powers (2000) # 9
• Powers (2000) # 10
• Ramayan 3392 AD # 3
• The Sadhu # 3
• Scrooge McDuck and the Precious Rubber Ball # 0
• Snakewoman # 3
• The Taming of the Scrooge # 0
• Thor (2007) 7
• Thor (2007) 8
• Thor (2007) # 9
• Thor (2007) # 10
• Thor (2007) # 11
• Thor (2007) # 12
• Walk-In # 3

And finally, starting this week, welcome to the world of Superpower Friends, the new Facebook application from PlayStation Comics:

Here’s how the app works…
The app generates questions about how you would feel or what would happen if your Facebook friends suddenly gained the abilities of some of your favorite comic book characters, from Wolverine and Captain America, to Donald Duck and Minnie Mouse.

The app randomly selects one of your Facebook friends and then generates a question based on a comic character’s ability. The questions will fuel some witty responses, which you can post to their walls… or you can simply move to the next question. You will have the option to change your friend and generate your own customized question, if you wish.

Gain Coins!
Every time you answer a question you are rewarded with a coin, which can be used to unlock additional features within the app.

Spending those coins…

After gaining ten coins, the app will enable you to unlock a screen which displays every answer about you that your friends have completed. After gaining five coins, you will be able to send a superpower gift to a friend.

Visit www.superpowerfriends.com and start playing now!

PlayStation Network will undergo maintenance tomorrow, June 9th.

Maintenance is expected to start at 8am Pacific and will last for several hours, until approximately 8:30pm Pacific. During this time, users won’t be able to access the PlayStation Store or Account Management, and may encounter some difficulty while signing in to PSN.

Stay tuned to the PlayStation Twitter feed for updates and a notice when PSN is fully back online.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.