Hands-on: PixelJunk Monsters Deluxe (PSP)

The original PS3 game actually was playable on the PSP via Remote Play. However, Q Games is now making a proper PSP version that's optimized for the small screen. For example, the camera is now zoomed in closer to the character. While this means less of the map can be seen at once, it makes seeing the towers and choosing the right ones much easier. It may take some time for PixelJunk vets to get used to, especially when the screen scrolls trying to follow you.
The amount of content being offered in Deluxe is almost absurd, making it the most complete version of Monsters to date. Not only does the PSP game feature allt he content of the original PixelJunk Monsters, it also adds the Encore island and a brand new island exclusive to PSP. Ten new stages are added, in addition to new enemy types and towers.
Gallery: PixelJunk Monsters Deluxe
Fans of the original will remember that the best way to play was through co-op. Thankfully, the PSP version doesn't do away with that feature and will surprisingly offer Infrastructure online support, something even the PS3 version didn't have. We weren't able to try that functionality at the show, but we're sure it'll come in handy for those that don't have PSP-owning friends.
We weren't given any specific release or price info, but we do know that it will be a downloadable PSN game on PSP. Considering Deluxe includes the original game, expansion and brand new content, we feel as though Sony will charge around $20 for this one. Fans will know that this will easily be worth the price of entry.







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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
andrew @ Jun 4th 2009 7:33AM
Cant wait for this, day 1 buy for sure.
Unplugged @ Jun 4th 2009 7:35AM
Hooray! Another PSP game I'm looking forward to, and knowing Q Games it won't disappoint us PixelJunk fans.
I assume this will be downloadable from the PSS right?
Popfrogs @ Jun 4th 2009 9:17AM
Since they're hyping the Go, I'd say yes.
Lustis @ Jun 4th 2009 7:36AM
Do you know if it'll be released for PS3 also sometime in the future?
I don't own any handhelds =(
Chris D.(PSN: Aggie_CEO | XBL:The Aggie CEO | Steam: Aggie_CEO @ Jun 4th 2009 8:06AM
doubtfull...
Lustis @ Jun 4th 2009 8:10AM
That's what I was thinking. I will remain hopeful
gregl @ Jun 4th 2009 9:53AM
The majority of the game already exists for the PS3. Why would they release it again?
Chris D.(PSN: Aggie_CEO | XBL:The Aggie CEO | Steam: Aggie_CEO @ Jun 4th 2009 7:57AM
yea I'll be buying this day one...LOVE PJM...
Lustis @ Jun 4th 2009 8:02AM
Hey Chris D.! This is Syrik Zero. My old account was banned or what ever. How're things?
Chris D.(PSN: Aggie_CEO | XBL:The Aggie CEO | Steam: Aggie_CEO @ Jun 4th 2009 8:06AM
wuts up..
Chris D.(PSN: Aggie_CEO | XBL:The Aggie CEO | Steam: Aggie_CEO @ Jun 4th 2009 8:05AM
sidenote...I wonder if it uses PSN for online mode like R:R does....
aristokrat @ Jun 4th 2009 11:15AM
I hope they add trophies to the PSP. This game already had the hooks from the PS3 version, so it would be so easy to activate it.
Also, $20 is a great pricepoint for full-fledged downloadable games on the PSP. I bought Patapon 2 without blinking an eye, and probably will for this one as well (especially if they add trophy support).
Scissor @ Jun 4th 2009 11:18AM
Why can't they make PSP games playable on the PS3? I want to sit on my couch with a big screen and play with a DS3. There are a bunch of good games for the PSP that I want to play, but I have no desire to do it on a small screen. Like remote play, but in reverse.
charlie b. @ Jun 4th 2009 11:39AM
portable games make going to the bathroom better!
aristokrat @ Jun 4th 2009 12:28PM
Ha, that's been the primary use of my PSP since day 1.
ONi @ Jun 4th 2009 3:14PM
PSP's were designed for toilet use. I don't read book anymore.
eNrique @ Jun 4th 2009 2:01PM
Online Co Op?
SOLD!
Lav @ Jun 4th 2009 2:45PM
'allt he' you mean 'all the' You make typo...You correct...Now. Don't you guys proof read this stuff.
PojoMofo @ Jun 4th 2009 8:30PM
Dude, their at E3, cut them some slack
PojoMofo @ Jun 4th 2009 8:29PM
OH.....HELL......YESSSSS...