Home coming to PS4 and PS Vita

Indie horror game Home, originally released on PC and not long after mobiles, is working its way to the PS4 and Vita sometime this year.

Home is an atmospheric mystery game firmly set within the horror genre. As you explore the world, it will change and alter depending on your choices, creating your own unique view on events. Having played it myself, I can honestly say it is short, but very sweet and the less you know going in, the more your will enjoy it, and has been the cause of much dissuasion with friends afterwards.

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Cel Damage Overdrive HD coming to PlayStation

Another great game is about to get the HD treatment, this time its Cel Damage Overdrive a driving combat game that was originally released on the Playstation 2, Xbox and Gamecube back in 2001. A Canadian based studio is working on a remake for the PS3, PS4 and PS Vita with the game being due out Spring time with Cross game saves being mentioned which means there will be a one off purchase on all three platforms. 

Cel Damage Overdrive for the people that have yet to play is a Twisted Metal type game with cel-shaded visuals which comes with Deathmatch, Capture the Flag and normal racing and features up to 4 players playing simultaneously allthough this has yet to be confirmed in the re-release

The original game was published by EA and featured favourable reviews. 

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Playstation Now announced at CES

Sony has officially announced its Gaikai-powered streaming service for but so far only for the US. PlayStation Now is a cloud-based project that brings PlayStation, PS2, and PS3 games to the PS4 console and handheld PS Vita, as well as other Internet-connected devices like HDTVs, tablets, and smartphones. Playstation Now expands on the Gaikai service which first appeared on smartphones and tablet's in 2012 a company which Sony acquired for £232 million.

The full feature list was posted on the Playstation Blog.

'We’re only a week into 2014 and it’s already shaping to be an incredibly exciting year for PlayStation fans.


Today, at CES 2014 in Las Vegas, we announced that PlayStation Now (PS Now), our new streaming game service, will be available in the US this summer. With PlayStation Now, you will be able to stream popular hits and classic games from the PlayStation 3 library, first on PlayStation 4 and PS3 systems, followed by PlayStation Vita.


In addition to PlayStation platforms, most 2014 US models of Sony’s BRAVIA TV line-up will support PS Now. Eventually the service will expand beyond PlayStation platforms and Sony devices, allowing you to stream PlayStation games across a broad range of Internet-connected devices.

Leveraging Gaikai’s advanced cloud-based technology, PlayStation Now will allow you to:
Play video games instantly across multiple devices, similar to the way you might stream TV, movies, and music.
Stream full games to all of your compatible PlayStation devices including PS4, PS3, and PlayStation Vita as well as non-PlayStation devices, beginning with 2014 BRAVIA TV models and expanding to numerous other internet-connected devices.
Always play the most updated version of your game. With games hosted in the cloud, you can take your game with you – just log in with your Sony Entertainment Network account on a compatible device and your games and saved progress will be easily available.


We want to offer you choice when it comes to how you want to access content on PS Now, so you will be able to rent by title for specific games you are interested in. We’ll also offer a subscription model that will enable you to explore a range of titles.


PS Now will begin a beta program in the US at the end of January with an expected full roll-out in the US this summer. Be sure to check the PlayStation.Blog regularly for more updates on the PS Now service.'

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Ys: Memories of Celceta to release throughout Europe in early 2014!

In Ys: Memories of Celceta, developer Falcom revisits the land and characters of Japanese cult favourite Ys IV for its first ever European debut. This re-envisioning of the fourth instalment in the Ys series takes a brand new approach, changing and framing the story of Ys IV within an all-new tale of conspiracy, deception, and mystery. Featuring an updated version of the party-based battle system from Ys SEVEN, as well as the largest and most varied overworld in series history, Ys: Memories of Celceta brings a greater sense of adventure to the Ys universe than has ever been seen before.

Experience the Land of Celceta in English for the Very First Time
Its first ever release in Europe, Ys: Memories of Celceta will take players on a new adventure in never-before-seen locales within the Ys universe.

Explore the Biggest Overworld in Ys Series 
History eclipsing all previous entries in the Ys series in both size and content, the overworld map metes out battle and exploration in equal measure. A robust mapping system with customizable waypoints and clear, detailed icons aid the journey through this mysterious new land.

Adventure Forth with a Party of Allies
The party battle system from Ys SEVEN returns, but this time with a host of upgrades such as enhanced flash-guarding, a more versatile party AI, and unique abilities for party members to streamline encounters for fast and furious battle.
                                                                                                                       

                                                                    

Throw Down the Gauntlet in Boss Rush Mode 

Boss Rush makes a comeback, pitting Adol and his companions against implacable foes to keep the challenge going well after the main story has been completed. 

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Injustice: Gods Among Us coming to PS Vita

Vita owners who enjoy watching super heroes, and villains, beating each other up rejoice, for Injustice: Gods Among Us is making its way to the handheld.

Announced by Sony and Armature Studios,the game, which is already available on consoles, is named the Ultimate Edition for the Vita as it includes all the downloadable content all ready released for the console versions of the game. In addition to that the game will also include multi-player for gaming over wi-fi and ad-hoc, touch controls for the story mode and some S.T.A.R labs missions, a very filled out version for the handheld then.

Besides being a filled out game, Injustice should make for a good fit on the Vita, for if your travelling or just want to pull the handheld out for a quick dip into a game, a couple of matches between heroes should be perfect.  

Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition is due to arrive on the 29th November.

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EU PSN Store Update October 2013

Here's the full list of changes:

PlayStation Plus offers (valid until 19th October 2011):

Call of Duty Classic (Was £11.99/€14.99 - Now £6.29/€7.99)

Call of Duty 4 Variety - Map Pack (Was £7.99/€9.99 - Now £3.99/€4.99)

Call of Duty: World at War - Map Pack 1 (Was £7.99/€9.99 - Now £3.99/€4.99)

Call of Duty: World at War - Map Pack 2 (Was £7.99/€9.99 - Now £3.99/€4.99)

Call of Duty: World at War - Map Pack 3 (Was £7.99/€9.99 - Now £3.99/€4.99)

Call of Duty: World at War - Map Pack Bundle (Was £19.99/€24.99 - Now £9.99/€12.99)

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 - Stimulus Package (Was £10.99/€13.99 - Now £5.49/€6.99)

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 - Resurgence Package (Was £10.99/€13.99 - Now £5.49/€6.99)

PS Plus: 20% off all new Studio themes

PS Plus: 25% off Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition for one week only

PS Plus: 20% off Renegade Ops for two weeks only

PS3 Games:

Castlevania: Harmony Of Despair (Trial & Unlock, £11.99/€14.99)

Real Steel (Trial & Unlock, £7.99/€6.29)

Sideway: New York Trial (Trial & Unlock, £7.99/€9.99)

Bolt (£11.99/€14.99)

Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition (£15.99/€19.99)

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine (£49.99/€69.99)

PS3 Demos:

DanceStar Party Demo (free)

PS3 and PSP minis:

Nocturnal (£2.49/€2.99)

PS3 Add-ons:

Ace Combat Assault Horizon - Acah F-4E (Limited Edition) (free), Compatibility Pack 1 (free), Skill Pack 1 - Mg Cool Down+ (£1.59/€1.99), Skill Pack 2 - Enhanced Dfm+ (£1.59/€1.99), Skill Pack 3 - Enhanced Asm+ (£1.59/€1.99)

Champion Jockey: G1 Jockey & Gallop Racer - Special Pack (£1.99/€2.49)

Dragon Age 2 - Mark of the Assassin (£7.99/€9.99)

Dynasty Warriors 7 - Costume Pack 4 (£0.79/€0.99), New Stage & Bgm Pack 3 (£2.39/€2.99), Stage Pack 4 (£3.19/€3.99)

Duke Nukem Forever - Hail to the Icons Parody Pack (£6.29/€7.99)

LittleBigPlanet2 - Weekend Pursuits Costume Kit (£2.39/€2.99) - includes the following content, also available separately: Skier Costume (£0.79/€0.99), Angler Costume (£0.79/€0.99), Caver Costume (£0.79/€0.99), Golfer Costume (£0.79/€0.99)

Resistance 3 - Survival Pack (£3.19/€3.99)

Rock Band Network - Alaska (2X Bass Pedal) - Between the Buried and Me (£0.99/€1.49), City Of Corruption (2X Bass Pedal) - Amberian Dawn (£0.99/€1.49), City Of Corruption - Amberian Dawn (£0.99/€1.49), Doppelgänger - Freezepop (£0.59/€0.79), Morte Et Dabo (2X Bass Pedal) - Asking Alexandria (£0.99/€1.49), Soy Bomb - Honest Bob and the Factory-to-Dealer Incentives (£0.59/€0.79), The Space For This (2X Bass Pedal) - Cynic (£0.99/€1.49), The Space For This - Cynic (£0.99/€1.49), Your Troubles Will Cease And Fortune Will Smile Upon You - After the Burial (£0.99/€1.49), Your Troubles Will Cease And Fortune Will Smile Upon You (2X Bass Pedal) - After the Burial (£0.99/€1.49)

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Batman: Arkham Origins Season Pass

Following the trend of many games now, Batman: Arkham Origins is getting a season pass which gives a glimpse at some of the DLC to come.

There are five packs to gain through the season pass, with a large chuck of the DLC up for grabs being skins. There are fourteen skins in all, resulting in plenty of choice when it comes to dressing Batman for beating up villains. There is the New Millennium and Infinite Earth skin packs, and two additional outfits exclusive to the season pass, the Gotham by Gaslight and Brightest Day Batman Skins.  

Thankfully the season pass does not just contain skins, it also gives you the chance to play as Bruce Wayne on the challenge maps. Lastly, and I think most people will find best of all, their will be an all new story add on, although there on no more details on what this is yet.

The season pass will be £15.99 / $19.99, which is a saving on purchasing the DLC separately of about $10. I think that the season pass will prove its worth to Arkham fans through making Bruce Wayne a playable character, but largely once more details emerge about the story DLC.

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Sony announces new PS Vita

Sony has announced a new updated PS Vita model titled as the PS Vita 2000. The new PS Vita will be 20 percent lighter and 15 percent thinner than the current console and will come with 1GB of on board storage. The redesign boasts a high definition five inch LCD display, rather than the current Vita's OLED screen. The new PS Vita will launch in Japan on October 10th with a retal price of 18,980 yen (US$190/£109) and will be available in 6 different colors: Black, White, Limegreen/White, Light blue/White, Pink/Black and Khaki/Black.

SCE said this in a statement:

"PCH-2000 series has been developed to be more casual and friendly for a wider range of users... In addition, a high-definition liquid crystal display (LCD) has been newly adopted for the 5-inch front display which is one of the PS Vita's greatest features.
SCEE's official line on a European release is that it's "not made any announcement about whether the 2000 series will be releasing in the UK / Europe."

"Thanks to the rapid progress of LCD technology in recent years, the new display provides users with the highest-level image quality, perfect for deep and immersive gaming experience that is at the core of PS Vita."

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PS Vita TV announced

Sony has announced PlayStation Vita TV which brings portable gaming to HD TV's. Using a mini console measuring just 6.5cm by 10cm PS Vita TV will feature the same chipset as the and system software of the PS Vita and will include a Dualshock Controller and will allow users to play over 1,300 PS Vita, PSP and PlayStation games on a television. As well as all this owners will be able to watch movies, read eBooks and PlayStation Plus will also be accessible on TV and PS4 games will be playable via Remote Play.

PS Vita TV will launch in Japan on November 14 priced at 9,480 yen (£61 / $95), or 9,954 yen (£64 / $100 USD). Additionally, the device will be available for 14,980 yen (£96 / $151) bundled with a DualShock 3 controller and 8GB memory card. Globally a release date has not been announced yet.

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PlayStation All Stars gets Coked up!

PlayStation All Stars Island is available as of now for IOS and Android for the European market. As of yet no reason has been given as to why its not available anywhere else. PlayStation All Stars Island is much akin to the great Temple Run and feature 4 different levels, although only one has been released as of yet featuring Uncharted's Nathan Drake. To keep the game fresh players will be able to scan QR codes featured on the back of Coca Cola bottles to unlock hidden features and exclusive downloads. 

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Vita as a PS4 Controller??

Sony Computer Entertainment President of Worldwide Studios Shuhei Yoshida has confirmed that the PlayStation Vita can be used as a PS4 controller but only if the games are "specifically programmed". The bit of info came via Yoshida's Twitter account in which a user asked him the question.

— Shuhei Yoshida (@yosp) July 26, 2013

While not every game will take advantage of this Sony is still stating that virtually every game on launch will be playable via remote play. 

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Assassins Creed Rising Phoenix Images

Yet more Assassin's Creed info has leaked this time a PS Vita release. The game is titled Rising Phoenix. A product listing has been spotted on a Spanish website Xtralife.es. The product was later to be removed and we know when that happens that it is more than likely in the pipeline. AC Rising Phoenix was listed for launch on 10th October 2013 which is three weeks before AC IV is due to be released.

Further info has been leaked in the past week. A piece of artwork picture below appeared online and then yesterday another appear on All games beta. The recent image leak appears to be in game feature whereby the resolution actually matches to the PS Vita screen size.

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