Resistance 3 Beta To Start Next Week!!

Early this morning Insomniac Games lifted the lid on the Resistance 3 Beta schedule via Twitter. A post on the company’s website states: “We are launching our Friends and Family beta next week in order to test our servers out before the mad rush of public beta users from SOCOM 4 and EU PlayStation Plus”.
Those in North America with early access vouchers from SOCOM 4 will be given access to the beta in early August. PlayStation Plus subscribers in SCEE territories will also be given access at the same time.
Developed by Insomniac Games and published by Sony Computer Entertainment, Resistance 3 is the fourth title in the Resistance series, that is if you count Resistance: Retribution on the PSP. The final game is expected to release on 6 September in North America and 9 September in the EU.

 Sources: www.digitalscrutiny.com

PSN Pass??

The image of the upcoming 320GB Resistance 3 PS3 bundle included a strange label on its box. The stamp of "PSN PASS" is labeled on it with sub-caption "Network features only available in countries that have PlayStation Store."

What could this be? Something similar to EA Online Pass? New subscription fee? or just something lost in translation (euro pic).

Source: Konsolentreff

Sony in test phase of new PSN Store Make over :RUMOUR:

Rumour has it that Sony is revamping their Online store to something a little more eye-catching. It is said that the PlayStation store is a little too text-heavy and Sony is looking to change that. They are currently testing a more "Xbox Live" or "Steam" type storefront that de-clutters the screen using, what inside sources call "an aesthetic layout with logically marked sections and rolodex lists".
The revamped PSN will include a live search method with results appearing as users enter characters rather than head off to a separate text-entry page.
The movies section will be overhauled to a IMDB-style database. When you select a film, for example, key details appear on the right of the screen, such as leading actors. Clicking through will take you to the actor's page, where you can see all of their movies.
Same thing goes for games. They will be categorized by genre, publisher, developer and so on.
Sony is also starting up a new 'Deals of the Week' section making it easier for the end-user to find current items on-sale.
No time-frame has been given for this update, and this is all rumor as of yet. Who knows, they might be testing out a PSN Store for the PS4...........

Trophy Levels - Can't shake off level12!!!

I don't know how long but I've been on level 12 for the longest time and I just can't shake it! I mean, I play alot of games and reaching the point I'm at wasn't hard at all. I just finished infamous 2 and still at 96% done with level 12. I'm sure its just around the corner but it's starting to piss me off LOL. I'll be starting LA Noire tonight, level 13, here I come!


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Uncharted 3 Beta content for Week #2

July 4
to
July 9 Gametypes:
Team Deathmatch, Free For All, Team Objective, Hardcore, Co-op Hunter
Maps:
Airstrip, Chateau

Relevant minor updates prior to 1.01

• Temporarily removed Plunder gametype from matchmaking
• Added in Free For All to replace Plunder
• Temporarily disabled Facebook integration

Gameplay

• Removed Yemen from map rotation in Free For All. Yemen will return during its regularly scheduled week.
• Temporarily removed Cursed from Power Play rotation.

Technical

• Fixed issue where a crash would occur when backing out of multiplayer.
• Fixed frequent slowing of framerate that could lead to the Beta freezing.
• Fixed a crash involving Emblems.

LIMBO coming to PS3 this July!

The Dark and Cryptic side-scrolling adventure from Denmark's Playdead studio is coming to the PSN sometime this July. Having been out on Xbox for a while, we PS3 gamers finally get to have a taste of this Dark Gem!
Check out the Trailer!

Duke Nukem Forever.. Why all the hate??

I really don't understand all the bad reviews for this game. I mean, I haven't played the full game yet, I just tried the demo that was released on Tuesday, but, I have to say, it's really making me want to pick up the full game.
Granted, I've grown up playing Duke and totally understand why some people who have never played before would find this not as great.
It no reality shooter... its just pure fun.
The demo made me laugh so much and reminded me of the old school Duke and how much fun I had playing that.
Anyway, everyone out there, give Nukem a chance or he'll "...Rip off your head and shit down your neck!"......... COME GET SOME!

Batman: Arkham City - Final Box Art Revealed

The box art cover to the much anticipated Arkham Asylum sequel, Batman: Arkham City has been revealed by Warner Brothers today.
I personally was looking for something a lot more impacting and powerful. This cover just seems to be Batman in a generic "Super Hero" pose atop a gargoyle over looking the city.
Whatever.. if the actual game is anything like the first, this should be a launch purchase for many Dark Knight fans and PS3 gamers.

Rock Band 3: First look - Brings in a Keyboard!!

PS3 3D Experience Starts TOMORROW!

The moment is here — starting tomorrow, high-definition stereoscopic 3D gaming will be available in your very own living rooms! As you already know, all PlayStation 3 systems are already equipped with everything they need to play stereoscopic 3D games. Thanks to a free firmware update released this past April, the PS3 system is the only console on the market that can support full stereoscopic 3D gaming — right from your living room, and with no additional charge.

Today, Sony Electronics announced its 3D capable BRAVIA HDTVs are now available for pre-sale and will ship to retailers later this month. There are a broad range of models available in different screen sizes, some packaged with active glasses and others without, giving consumers the option to choose which 3D entertainment solution works for them..

Starting tomorrow, the following games and demos will be available in stereoscopic 3D for anyone who owns a PS3 system and 3D television:

    * WipEout HD (full game): Experience the adrenalin rush of navigating the twists and turns of futuristic racetracks at breathtaking speeds like never before.
    * Super Stardust HD (full game): Experience asteroids fly past you as you navigate the deadly battleground — only a battle on a cosmic level will save the indigenous life below from destruction.
    * PAIN: The stereoscopic 3D content will include the Downtown area and tutorial along with three modes, including two new modes created specifically with stereoscopic 3D in mind, Alien Toss and Ice Breaker.
    * MotorStorm Pacific Rift (demo): MotorStorm Pacific Rift in stereoscopic 3D puts you in the driver’s seat of a buggy for a one track, single player race around the deadly Kanaloa Bay for a dangerously real battle against ruthless opponents.

PSN down for Maintenance - June 9th

From 8:30am Pacific Time until around 8:30pm Pacific Time today, June 9, several key components of Sony's PlayStation Network will be unavailable for users.

The PlayStation Store, for example, will be closed. You also won't be able to manage your account, so if you felt like changing your avatar to that little yellow poo guy, sorry. Most importantly, you may also "encounter some difficulty" trying to sign into the PlayStation Network itself, which would put the kibosh on any multiplayer plans you had for your Wednesday.

There's always a chance the work will be finished before 8:30pm, but then, there's always the chance it won't be, either. You never can tell with these downtimes!

More FIFA 11 Screenshots!

We showed the 1st screen shot yesterday and EA has release a couple of more for us today.
Here ya go!

PlayStation Store Update - June 8th 2010

 Updates
Stand O’ Food Permanent Price Drop (now $2.99, original price $4.99)
Manhunt 2 Permanent Price Drop (now $14.99, original price $29.99)
The Warriors Permanent Price Drop (now $14.99, original price $19.99)
Dissidia Final Fantasy Permanent Price Drop (now $19.99, original price $39.99)
Sam And Max – The Devil’s Playhouse – Full Season Service Entitlement – Sale (now $24.99, original price $34.99)
Greed Corp. – Sale (now $5.99, original price $9.99)

Qore

Qore Episode 25: June 2010 ($2.99)
Episode 25 of Qore: Presented by the PlayStation®Network returns to action with Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, talks sequels with 2D gaming gurus Q Games, rocks out with Green Day Rock Band, and joins Perseus in the Clash of the Titans.
File size: 1.49 GB

Qore Annual Subscription: June 2010 ($24.99)
Qore: Presented by the PlayStation Network is a monthly interactive video production covering the world of PlayStation. Qore provides its audience with exclusive behind-the-scenes access to developers and their games, from both the SCE Worldwide Studios and the third-party community, where the audience member can freely navigate through the content.
File size: 1.49 GB

Downloadable Games

Death Track: Resurrection ($14.99)
Death Track: Resurrection introduces high speed vehicular chaos as players battle using 10 futuristic vehicles, all with upgradable parts and weapons. Death Track takes place in 10 post-apocalyptic city tracks including New York , Paris, Bangkok, London, Moscow, Tokyo and more. Players can enter this world alone or with a friend using split-screen, or join a game with 8 other drivers to really crank up the mayhem.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 2.02 GB

Joe Danger ($14.99)
Download and play the death-defying thrill-ride starring Joe Danger, the Master of Disaster! Race, ride and defy death to thrill the crowd and break world records! Combo, boost and pull ludicrous stunts to fill Stadiums and put Joe back on the podium. Race against your friends or take on your rivals. Play in the sandbox to make and share your own Stunt Spectaculars. Exclusively on the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 261 MB

Sam & Max Episode 1: The Penal Zone ($8.99)
Wield psychic powers against fearsome foes in this epic comedy saga. The game starts with a bang in Episode 1 as intergalactic gorilla invader Skunk’ape sets his sights on Max’s newly discovered mysterious powers. While mastering these abilities – future sight, teleportation, shape shifting, mind reading – and investigating their source, Sam & Max must fend off Skunk’ape and get him banished to The Penal Zone.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 524 MB

Voodoo Dice ($9.99)
Roll the dice in a mystical world filled with exploration, puzzle-solving, and adventure. Voodoo Dice is an innovative, challenging puzzler that plays with your mind as you solve puzzles in unique and interesting ways.
Encounter a funny and original universe, with great style and vibe, to defeat your enemies and solve enigmas.
Travel through 60 single-player and 20 multiplayer levels in a quest to conquer the voodoo universe!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 131 MB
PSone Classics

Bloody Roar 2 ($5.99)
Transform and do battle as a human-animal hybrid in this classic 3D fighting game! Put your strength to the test and fight your way to the top! Download this PS one Classic today!
ESRB Rated T
File size: 312 MB
Game Demos (free)

Voodoo Dice Trial
Roll the dice in a mystical world filled with exploration, puzzle-solving, and adventure. Voodoo Dice is an innovative, challenging puzzler that plays with your mind as you solve puzzles in unique and interesting ways. Voodoo Dice will win you over with its addictive gameplay and hundreds of paths to victory in this trial! Go further with 60 exciting single-player and 20 challenging multiplayer levels in the unlocked version.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 131 MB

Add-on Game Content

New DLC for MAG dated for June 22nd

The new MAG DLC, INTERDICTION will be released on June 22nd for a price tag of $9.99.
This DLC bring with it a new gameplay mode called "Interdiction", 3 new maps, more ribbons and trophies.

 

Read more at PS Blog

First Screenshot of FIFA 11!!!

LittleBigPlanet - Heavy Rain Costumes revealed

This Tuesday, PSN will merge 2 great PS3 exclusives. The Heavy Rain costumes for LittleBigPlanet will be available for download Today. Here's a quick look at them

Capcom's E3 Game Line up

Capcom just released their list of playable games at this year's E3.

--Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds
--Okamiden
--Bionic Commando Rearmed 2
--Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes
--Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective
--Dead Rising 2
--Dead Rising 2: CASE ZERO
--MotoGP 09/10

E3 Kicks off on June 15th

Ozzy Osbourne Finally coming to Rock Band!!

The Godfather of Metal, Ozzy Osbourne is finally making his long awaited Rock Band debut. His new album "Scream" will be released June 22nd and in anticipation of this, 3 of the 6 songs coming to RB are from it.
This will be the only place you'll be able to hear tracks from Ozzy's 10th studio recording until the release date.
Here is the track list:
"Crazy Babies" from No Rest for the Wicked
"Diggin' Me Down" from Scream
"I Don't Wanna Stop" from Black Rain
"Let Me Hear You Scream" From Scream
"No More Tears" from No More Tears
"Soul Sucker" from Scream


The songs will be available in a 6-Pack for $9.99 or individually for $1.99 on June 15th
Hopefully this is just the beginning of Ozzy's Rock Band content, we need full albums from this God of Metal!!!

Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock - Check out these AXES!

Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock is taking a new direction in it's gameplay with it's new story driven mode. It is also releasing New guitars to go with it. Rather than the usual plastic versions of real world axes, Activision have released images of 2 new guitars that are inspired by the brand new game mode. The guitars look like something straight out of Brutal Legend and look great.
The styles of the guitar are not the only thing that has changed. All the controller's electrical wiring are found within the neck, leaving the body there purely for looks. The body snaps out into 2 pieces and attach to the neck. This makes the bodies interchangeable with each other. So instead of guitar skins being sold to customize your axe, expect to see a lot of different bodies out there in the future. The bodies can also use the neck as a power source to add lights and such to itself.

The game will be sold on it's own or bundled with this new guitar. Again, these guitars look great but for someone that already has a bunch of plastic instruments laying around, this will just add to the pile, but I'm sure the custom bodies will attract buyers anyway.
 
Images from Gizmodo

Deus Ex: Human Revolution Trailer!

Deus Ex: Human Revolution