Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Sony's 'Rain' shows its invisible world in a downpour of pictures]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/17/sonys-rain-shows-its-invisible-world-in-a-downpour-of-picture/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/17/sonys-rain-shows-its-invisible-world-in-a-downpour-of-picture/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/17/sonys-rain-shows-its-invisible-world-in-a-downpour-of-picture/#comments Sony's 'Rain' gets new screensSony's Rain stars a young boy trapped in an invisible world brought to life only by the rain - when it pours, the boy, a young girl and all manner of strange creatures are made visible, gallivanting around our own world. Six new images, separated into dry and wet pairs, demonstrate the breadth of emotion and action Rain hopes to achieve.

The first set of images come with the tagline, "Sometimes rain reflects loneliness." The second reads, "Sometimes rain brings melancholy," and the third pair says, "Sometimes rain soaks through the heart." We'd like to add that rain also helps flowers grow. Check out all of the images in the gallery below.

[Thanks, Roger!]

Gallery: Rain

JoystiqSony's 'Rain' shows its invisible world in a downpour of pictures originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 17 Mar 2013 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>playstationps3PSNRainsceSCEJSun, 17 Mar 2013 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time sneaks to Europe March 27]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/15/sly-cooper-thieves-in-time-sneaks-to-europe-march-27/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/15/sly-cooper-thieves-in-time-sneaks-to-europe-march-27/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/15/sly-cooper-thieves-in-time-sneaks-to-europe-march-27/#comments
We knew that Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time would launch February 5 on PS3 and Vita in North America, but even Sly Cooper can't be in two places at once. We can now expect his arrival across the pond on March 27, according to the PlayStation Blog.

To top it off, we have a nifty new story trailer for the game, which is great. Suspiciously great.

Gallery: Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time (5/18/12)

JoystiqSly Cooper: Thieves in Time sneaks to Europe March 27 originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 15 Dec 2012 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>playstationplaystation-vitaps3PSNsanzaru-gamessceSCEAsly-cooper-thieves-in-timestory-trailertrailervitaSat, 15 Dec 2012 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time hits PS3, PS Vita and PSN on Feb. 5]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/21/sly-cooper-thieves-in-time-hits-ps3-ps-vita-and-psn-on-feb-5/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/21/sly-cooper-thieves-in-time-hits-ps3-ps-vita-and-psn-on-feb-5/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/21/sly-cooper-thieves-in-time-hits-ps3-ps-vita-and-psn-on-feb-5/#comments Nothing is quite as adept at stealing your precious free time like video games. Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time is making a grab for your life minutes when it launches on February 5, simultaneously on the PS Vita and PS3.

Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time will also be available as a PSN download on February 5 - purchasing the PS3 version through retailers or PSN will automatically give you the PS Vita version free, and both are cross-play compatible, the PlayStation Blog reports.

Our brothers and sisters across the pond will need to wait a little longer for Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time. It will launch in Europe sometime in March across both PS3 and PS Vita, and the PSN version will also be available there day-and-date with the boxed retail versions. Ain't technology grand?

JoystiqSly Cooper: Thieves in Time hits PS3, PS Vita and PSN on Feb. 5 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 21 Sep 2012 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cross-playplaystationplaystation-vitaps3psnrelease-datesanzaru-gamesscesceasly-cooper-thieves-in-timevitaFri, 21 Sep 2012 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[New PS3 doesn't mean price drop for old models, Sony explains why]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/20/new-ps3-doesnt-mean-price-drop-for-old-models-sony-explains-wh/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/20/new-ps3-doesnt-mean-price-drop-for-old-models-sony-explains-wh/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/20/new-ps3-doesnt-mean-price-drop-for-old-models-sony-explains-wh/#comments New PS3 doesn't mean price drop for old models, SCE explains whyThe newer, slimmer PS3 comes in two versions: 250GB for $270 and 500GB for $300. The old PS3 models, 160GB for $250 and 320GB for $300, will not see their prices drop, even though they now have price-point competition from the same brand. This is all because of consumer demand for quality content, says John Koller, Sony Computer Entertainment America VP of marketing, handhelds and home consoles.

"There's no price drop formally, but the thing that's been happening in the market over the last year or so is that there's been so many retail price promotions, and so many different gift card offers and all those things, being done by all of us [Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony], that we've heard from our consumer, 'Enough with all these weird price moves. What we really want is content and games and value,'" Koller tells Engadget.

Most consumers we can think of (ourselves included) love having great content, but hold an equal passion for cheaper consoles. Koller says his answer is "kind of a long way of saying, 'No, no formal price drop.'" Besides, there are only so many older PS3 models on the shelves, he points out.

At the Tokyo Game Show, Sony Computer Entertainment president Andrew House tells Reuters he thinks SCE will be profitable this year. "We have a growing installed base, growing connectivity of the PS3," House says.

After announcing the Vita "may be trending behind in certain territories," and a projection for the company's largest-ever yearly loss, $6.4 billion, it looks as if SCE is relying on the new (and old) consoles to boost finances.

JoystiqNew PS3 doesn't mean price drop for old models, Sony explains why originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 20 Sep 2012 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>new-ps3playstationps3ps3-4000sceSCEASONYThu, 20 Sep 2012 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Soul Sacrifice sacrificing souls Spring 2013]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/soul-sacrifice-sacrificing-souls-spring-2013/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/soul-sacrifice-sacrificing-souls-spring-2013/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/soul-sacrifice-sacrificing-souls-spring-2013/#comments Soul Sacrifice sacrificing souls Spring 2013Soul Sacrifice will launch itself -- and presumably a blade forged from the spine of a ruthless warrior -- into Japanese homes sometime in the spring of 2013, creator Keiji Inafune announced during Sony's pre-Tokyo Game Show press conference earlier today. No information was give regarding a North American release window.

"It's not that development has been delayed," Inafune said during his presentation, but rather that Comcept wants to implement user feedback gained from this week's Tokyo Game Show, as well as an upcoming demo. Sony Computer Entertainment has been gracious with development scheduling, says Inafune.

It makes sense when you stop and think about it, considering that spring is the time for love, and what love comes without sacrifice? Well, that may not be the best comparison since our relationships usually don't involve trading body parts and loved ones for unimaginable power. Usually.

JoystiqSoul Sacrifice sacrificing souls Spring 2013 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 19 Sep 2012 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>comceptKeiji-Inafuneplaystationplaystation-vitaSCESony-Computer-Entertainmentsoul-sacrificetgs-2012vitaWed, 19 Sep 2012 09:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Ico and Shadow of the Colossus producer Kenji Kaido leaves Sony]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/27/ico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-producer-kenji-kaido-leaves-sony/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/27/ico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-producer-kenji-kaido-leaves-sony/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/27/ico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-producer-kenji-kaido-leaves-sony/#comments Ico and Shadow of the Colossus producer Kenji Kaido out at SonyThe man who led production of both Ico and Shadow of the Colossus, Kenji Kaido, is no longer working with Sony Computer Entertainment (the company's Japan-based gaming arm). "This August, I left Sony Computer Entertainment," Kaido wrote on Twitter (via Game|Life). He said he has no plans for now ... aside from continuing his summer vacation.

Despite his silence, it sounds like Kaido knows where he's headed next. "I'm also excited about whatever I'm going to be doing next," Kaido said in response to a tweet from fellow Japanese game designer Masahiro Sakurai (of Smash. Bros. fame). It's unclear whether Kaido worked on Team Ico's latest project, The Last Guardian, or what work he's done since shipping Shadow of the Colossus in in 2005.

JoystiqIco and Shadow of the Colossus producer Kenji Kaido leaves Sony originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fumito-uedakenji-kaidoplaystationps3sceShadow-of-the-Colossussony-computer-entertainmentteam-icoMon, 27 Aug 2012 13:45:00 EST<![CDATA[PlayStation Vita sales topped 2.2 million worldwide as of June 30]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/20/vita-sales-august-2012/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/20/vita-sales-august-2012/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/20/vita-sales-august-2012/#comments Sony says that its latest console, the PlayStation Vita, topped 2.2 million units sold this summer. "The latest figures we've released for Vita (as of June 30th) are 2.2. million sales worldwide," an SCEE rep told us. We reached out following a report from PlayFront.de, where German PlayStation head Uwe Bassendowski mentioned the number in the context of the Vita's marketing.

The last update we had on Vita sales was back in May, when Sony CEO Kaz Hirai said the system sold 1.8 million units worldwide - meaning the console moved around 200K units each month in May and June. For some context, before the Nintendo 3DS received its price cut to $170 - and just days after its US launch - the then $250 handheld had sold 1.41 million units more than the Vita's current lifetime sales. As of September 2011 (one month after the price drop), the 3DS was at 6.68 million units sold worldwide - or more than triple where the Vita's selling at right now. "Yikes" is the word we'd use to describe that situation.

A strong showing of Vita games at Gamescom 2012 and the subsequent launch of said games will hopefully bolster the Vita's sales numbers. We sure aren't gonna see a price cut anytime soon.

JoystiqPlayStation Vita sales topped 2.2 million worldwide as of June 30 originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 20 Aug 2012 11:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>playstationplaystation-germanyplaystation-vitasalesscesceesony-computer-entertainmentsony-computer-entertainment-europeuwe-bassendowskivitaMon, 20 Aug 2012 11:35:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony's 'Cross Buy' promo headed to North America and Europe, Japan undecided]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/20/sonys-cross-buy-promo-headed-to-north-america-and-europe-jap/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/20/sonys-cross-buy-promo-headed-to-north-america-and-europe-jap/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/20/sonys-cross-buy-promo-headed-to-north-america-and-europe-jap/#comments Sony's "Cross Buy" promotion isn't just for Europe - SCE president of Worldwide Studios Shuhei Yoshida took to Twitter to clarify that the PlayStation 3/Vita promo is also headed to the United States. Japan, however, isn't so lucky. At least not yet. " PS Vita-PS3 Cross Buy price promo is coming to both Europe and North America. My quote by Famitsu was meant as 'not decided for Japan yet,'" Yoshida said. A piece from Famitsu was picked up yesterday (via Andriasang) that was misunderstood to mean the promo is exclusive to Europe.

PlayStation All-Stars: Battle Royale was revealed during Gamescom 2012 to be the first retail game from Sony launching with the Cross Buy promo - if you buy either version of the game, you get the other version for free. Sound Shapes and Motorstorm RC already employ the promo, albeit on PSN. A variety of other upcoming first-party Sony games also support the promotion. Incidentally, we also support the promotion, because it's super boss.

JoystiqSony's 'Cross Buy' promo headed to North America and Europe, Japan undecided originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 20 Aug 2012 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The celebratory image provides interesting context for the milestone, like how 200 new levels debut every hour. Did you know it would take Sackboy 21 years to run through every community level? Indeed, it's been a pretty eventful four years since the first LittleBigPlanet launched, and with the impending arrival of LittleBigPlanet Vita and LittleBigPlanet Karting on the PS3, Sony's newest (and most adorable) mascot shows no signs of slowing down.

JoystiqLittleBigPlanet celebrates 7 million user levels with massive, manic infochart originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The routine maintenance will go down basically the same as last week's maintenance - if you signed into PSN in the last few days, you should have no problem accessing apps and playing games during the downtime; however, if you haven't logged in recently, you'll be shut out. Relax, you still have some time to log in!

The PlayStation Blog says PSN should be back up and running around 2am PT (5am ET). During the maintenance, both the PSN Store and Account Management will be inaccessible.

JoystiqPSA: PSN maintenance tonight, should last two hours originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 01 Aug 2012 21:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>maintenancemoveplaystationplaystation-networkplaystation-vitaps3psnpspscesceasonyvitaWed, 01 Aug 2012 21:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Payday: The Heist 'Wolfpack' DLC coming next week in US, available now in EU]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/01/payday-the-heist-wolfpack-dlc-coming-next-week-in-us-availab/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/01/payday-the-heist-wolfpack-dlc-coming-next-week-in-us-availab/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/01/payday-the-heist-wolfpack-dlc-coming-next-week-in-us-availab/#comments Payday The Heist 'Wolfpack' DLC coming next week in US, available now in EUIt may not be a zombie-filled hospital, but Payday: The Heist's "Wolfpack" DLC does include new weapons, missions, and what appears to be some kind of fog-spewing basement or stairwell.

You also get two new heists, a new crew member called "The Technician," a raised level cap and a few extra weapons when the DLC launches in North America, on August 7 for $9.99. If you're more into robbing French banks than American ones, the content pack has already been released in Europe for £6.49/€7.99.

Gallery: Payday: The Heist (Wolfpack DLC)

JoystiqPayday: The Heist 'Wolfpack' DLC coming next week in US, available now in EU originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 01 Aug 2012 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DLCoverkilloverkill-softwarepayday-the-heistplaystationps3release-dateSCESOESony-Computer-EntertainmentSony-Online-EntertainmentWed, 01 Aug 2012 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gran Turismo 5 'Academy Edition' racing to stores on September 26]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/25/gran-turismo-5-academy-edition-racing-to-stores-on-september-2/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/25/gran-turismo-5-academy-edition-racing-to-stores-on-september-2/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/25/gran-turismo-5-academy-edition-racing-to-stores-on-september-2/#comments Gran Turismo 5 'Academy Edition' racing to stores on September 26This fall marks two years since Polyphony Digital's latest Gran Turismo screeched onto retailer shelves, and four years since the company partnered with Nissan on its GT Academy. As a result, the developer's celebrating with a special edition release of Gran Turismo 5 - "Academy Edition" - replete with the various car packs released since the launch in 2010.

More specifically, you'll also get Polyphony Digital creative lead Kazunori Yamauchi's fancy Nissan GTR that he raced in real life during the most recent Nurburgring 24-hour race. If you bought it in real life, it'd cost like a trillion dollars, so this is probably the best way to get access.

When the "Academy Edition" of Gran Turismo 5 launches this September 26, it'll cost €29.99/£19.99. The game doesn't have a price or launch date in the US just yet, but we expect to hear more on that front in the coming days.

JoystiqGran Turismo 5 'Academy Edition' racing to stores on September 26 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 25 Jul 2012 10:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>academy-editiondlcgame-of-the-year-editionGran-Turismo-5gran-turismo-5-academy-editiongt-academykazunori-yamauchiplaystationpolyphony-digitalps3q3-2012release-datescesony-computer-entertainmentspecial-editionWed, 25 Jul 2012 10:15:00 EST<![CDATA[New PlayStation 3 model may be in the works, FCC filing suggests]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/05/new-playstation-3-model-may-be-in-the-works-suggests-fcc-filing/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/05/new-playstation-3-model-may-be-in-the-works-suggests-fcc-filing/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/05/new-playstation-3-model-may-be-in-the-works-suggests-fcc-filing/#comments FCC filing suggests new PS3 modelA new filing on the FCC database shows what appears to be a new model of PlayStation 3. Most of the information is confidential by request, but a diagram showing the location of the FCC ID (above) suggests a hardware configuration that is shaped differently from the existing PS3 Slim - in fact, it's closer in shape to the original PS3.

From the diagram alone, it's impossible to tell how this potential model differs in size. Perhaps it's tiny like a PSOne. Or perhaps it's just a slight cosmetic modification that will result in a functionally identical system. Develop reported rumors that this new model will be officially revealed at Gamescom; we're checking in with Sony, but it's likely we won't hear anything official until the convention.

JoystiqNew PlayStation 3 model may be in the works, FCC filing suggests originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 05 Jul 2012 11:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Even in the apocalypse, love can blossom. Take the pomeranian in this long Tokyo Jungle clip, for example. After foraging for food, he finds a mate and then - well, we're a family friendly website. If you haven't had "the talk" with your folks, you may want to do that before watching this.

Joystiq17 minutes of Tokyo Jungle gameplay to make your day better originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 02 Jun 2012 04:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>playstationps3sceSCE-Japan-StudioSony-Computer-Entertainmenttokyo-jungleSat, 02 Jun 2012 04:30:00 EST<![CDATA[PS2 and PSP SOCOM servers shutting down at the end of August]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/ps2-and-psp-socom-servers-shutting-down-at-the-end-of-august/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/ps2-and-psp-socom-servers-shutting-down-at-the-end-of-august/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/ps2-and-psp-socom-servers-shutting-down-at-the-end-of-august/#comments ImageAmazingly, Zipper Interactive servers for SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs have continued to be active since the game's original debut on the PlayStation 2 in 2002, meaning that crazy people dedicated fans with online adapter-equipped PS2s have been able to keep playing for nearly 10 years. Now though, since Zipper Interactive doesn't exist anymore and everything, the servers for four PS2 SOCOM games and four PSP SOCOM titles will be taken offline at the end of August.

PlayStation 2 SOCOMs I, II, and III (as well as SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Combined Assault) will be going dark, as will the PSP various SOCOM titles, Fireteam Bravo (I, II and III) and SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Tactical Strke.

If this outage affects your regular gaming routine, we offer our most sincere condolences. Also, we'd like to point out that many thousands of games have been released since 2002, some of which you might enjoy. Perhaps this will be a good opportunity to go check some of 'em out?

JoystiqPS2 and PSP SOCOM servers shutting down at the end of August originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 30 May 2012 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>offlineplaystationplaystation-2PS2pspSCESCEAserverssocom-2-us-navy-sealssocom-3-us-navy-sealssocom-fireteam-bravosocom-fireteam-bravo-2socom-fireteam-bravo-3socom-us-navy-sealssocom-us-navy-seals-combined-assaultsocom-us-navy-seals-tactical-strikesonyZipper-InteractiveWed, 30 May 2012 23:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Legend of Dragoon lands on US PSN on May 1]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/11/legend-of-dragoon-lands-on-us-psn-on-may-1/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/11/legend-of-dragoon-lands-on-us-psn-on-may-1/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/11/legend-of-dragoon-lands-on-us-psn-on-may-1/#comments ImageIt's a long time coming, but fans of late-lifecycle PSOne RPGs will finally be able to download The Legend of Dragoon when it launches on PSN on May 1. Developed by Sony's Japan Studio, The Legend of Dragoon has been available on the Japanese PSN since December, 2010.

Sony Worldwide Studios president Shu Yoshida recalls some of the hurdles of developing a four-CD game for the PSOne over on the PlayStation Blog. It took "well over" 100 people to develop the JRPG over the course of three years, starting in 1996 as a team of only a handful of people. And now that it's on PSN, it'll probably take you just as long to download it.

JoystiqLegend of Dragoon lands on US PSN on May 1 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Similar to how combining peanut butter and chocolate dramatically improves both, Starhawk has discovered that combining jets and bikes, or jets and mechs, exponentially increases the level of wickedness associated with each craft.

JoystiqLatest Starhawk trailer showcases jetbikes, mech-jets originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 06 Apr 2012 18:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>jetbikesLightboxmechsplaystationps3SCEstarhawktrailerFri, 06 Apr 2012 18:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony confirms Zipper Interactive closure]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/30/sony-confirms-zipper-interactive-closure/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/30/sony-confirms-zipper-interactive-closure/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/30/sony-confirms-zipper-interactive-closure/#comments Today has been a rough one for the games industry. Following massive layoffs at Sega today, Sony has confirmed Zipper Interactive's closure after it was rumored last week.

In a statement given to Game Informer, a Sony representative stated the move was the "result of a normal cycle of resource re-alignment within SCE WWS." Though the studio has been shuttered, "Zipper titles MAG, SOCOM 4 and Unit 13 will continue to be supported, including the new Daily Challenges in Unit 13."

JoystiqSony confirms Zipper Interactive closure originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 30 Mar 2012 18:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>layoffsplaystationplaystation-vitaps3scesony-computer-entertainmentsony-worldwide-studiossony-worldwide-studios-europeunit-13vitazipper-interactiveFri, 30 Mar 2012 18:36:00 EST<![CDATA[Payday: The Heist steals some of your time, is free this weekend]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/01/payday-the-heist-steals-some-of-your-time-is-free-this-weekend/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/01/payday-the-heist-steals-some-of-your-time-is-free-this-weekend/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/01/payday-the-heist-steals-some-of-your-time-is-free-this-weekend/#comments All right guys, here's the plan: You see that game over there, Payday: The Heist? Well we're gonna boost it. First, we have to get past the 18 layers of invisible infrared lasers that line the hallway leading to the safe room. Concord will be introducing his own beams into the system, so if all goes according to plan, those should be no problem.

After that, Harwell is going to use a complicated system of ropes and pulleys to suspend ... What? What do you mean, "Payday: The Heist is free on Steam until 4 PM Eastern, March 4." Patsy, I spent weeks putting this job together. Fine, you know what? You're all fired.

JoystiqPayday: The Heist steals some of your time, is free this weekend originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>freeoverkill-softwarepayday-the-heistpcSCESCOESony-Computer-EntertainmentsteamThu, 01 Mar 2012 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Buy 2 get 1 free on select Vita games at GameStop starting today]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/19/buy-2-get-1-free-on-select-vita-games-at-gamestop-starting-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/19/buy-2-get-1-free-on-select-vita-games-at-gamestop-starting-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/19/buy-2-get-1-free-on-select-vita-games-at-gamestop-starting-today/#comments In true local-furniture-store fashion, purchasing any 2 first-party Vita games on this list will land you a third title (also from that list) free of charge. The deal runs between now and February 25, and while it excludes non-SCE games, it'll help you save some skrill for a memory card.

Continue reading Buy 2 get 1 free on select Vita games at GameStop starting today

JoystiqBuy 2 get 1 free on select Vita games at GameStop starting today originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 19 Feb 2012 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well, free with purchase, we should say. Anyone who buys Hustle Kings for the Vita will be able to download the PS3 version of the game for free, and vice versa. Wipeout 2048 pilots that already own Wipeout HD and its "HD Fury" pack will receive the Vita DLC versions of both at no charge when they're released this spring. Sony describes this as "promotional" pricing, so we doubt free cross-platform transference will always be the norm. For now though, it's a good step towards establishing Cross Play as more than a gimmick in the minds of Vita owners and their friends.

JoystiqSony incentivizes Vita Cross Play with free PS3 DLC, and vice versa originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>hustle-kingsplaystationplaystation-vitaSCESCE-Studio-LiverpoolSony-Computer-EntertainmentvitaVooFoo-Studioswipeout-2048Wipeout-HDThu, 16 Feb 2012 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Yoshida plays down lackluster Vita sales in Japan with PSP sales]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/14/yoshida-plays-down-lackluster-vita-sales-in-japan-with-psp-sales/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/14/yoshida-plays-down-lackluster-vita-sales-in-japan-with-psp-sales/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/14/yoshida-plays-down-lackluster-vita-sales-in-japan-with-psp-sales/#comments President of worldwide studios for Sony Computer Entertainment Shuhei Yoshida recognizes that the Vita hasn't sold very well in Japan, but he thinks it will do better in the US. Why? Because Sony's previous handheld venture, the PSP, is still "very popular" in Japan. Or something like that.

"So, the Japanese launch, you saw the sell-through numbers, you notice that we haven't been able to sell out the units that we sold in," Yoshida told VentureBeat, responding to a prompt about lessons learned for the US launch from Japanese Vita sales. "But looking very objectively at the market situation there in Japan, especially on the portable, PSP is still very popular."

Yoshida said Sony needs to communicate the Vita as a brand, not just another portable device, to potential players. Part of that is visible in Sony's marketing campaign, which includes $50 million of commercials, billboards, online banner ads, retail deals and hashtags.

"We are still seeing good sales through PSP, and we are advertising on TV, a dedicated PSP TV campaign, at the same time we are introducing Vita," Yoshida said, continuing to discuss the merits of the PSP as a children's entertainment system. He did mention one plan directly for the Vita: "At the same time, we are trying to communicate the value and new, exciting features of PS Vita to an older, mature, core gamer audience."

JoystiqYoshida plays down lackluster Vita sales in Japan with PSP sales originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gara is focusing on future titles to support Move, and by "titles" he means Sorcery (a game announced at E3 2010), and "other things that we know are bubbling under." SCE is stepping up its marketing and internal development for Move, Gara said, hoping to revitalize Move in 2012.

JoystiqSCE VP: Move should have done better in Europe (but it didn't) originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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For us suckers in North America, the PlayStation Vita is still just a distant object of desire. For the Japanese, though, the Vita is already a couple days into its life, but apparently it's got some ... issues. Our tech savvy brethren at Engadget are reporting that some users are experiencing "software bugs, unresponsive touchscreens and complete system freezes," resulting in many taking to social media to voice frustration.

Sony, as it turns out, is listening, already issuing a software update and penning an apology letter. The video above showcases some of the Vita's problematic issues, and it should at very least help you to sympathize with your Japanese equivalent's frustration. The letter, well, it's in Japanese, and it's kinda non-specific, so you may wanna skip that part. Regardless, with any luck, said issues will be ironed out by the time Vita arrives on US shores on February 22. Here's hoping, anyway.

Update: Sony UK counters this report and others, saying the company, "can't find any evidence of widespread glitches."

[Thanks Gerry!]

JoystiqVita launch issues in Japan result in apology, software update [update] originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>apologybugsfirmware-updateissuesjapanplaystationplaystation-vitascescejsoftware-updatesony-computer-entertainmentsony-computer-entertainment-japanvitaMon, 19 Dec 2011 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Rumor: The Last Guardian lead Fumito Ueda quits Sony, working as freelancer to complete game]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/30/rumor-the-last-guardian-lead-fumito-ueda-quits-sony-working-as/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/30/rumor-the-last-guardian-lead-fumito-ueda-quits-sony-working-as/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/30/rumor-the-last-guardian-lead-fumito-ueda-quits-sony-working-as/#comments Apparently, The Last Guardian creative lead and Team Ico head Fumito Ueda has quit Sony and is working on Team Ico's latest project as a freelancer. Eurogamer is reporting as much, saying that Ueda's departure from the team has accentuated the ever-growing delay of the project's launch.

The Last Guardian was pushed out of a "holiday 2011" release window earlier this year, and the development team were said to be moving offices this past summer, getting up close and personal with SCE's main HQ. Requests to Sony for comment have gone unreturned as of publishing.

Update: A Sony rep told Joystiq, "Sony doesn't comment on rumors or speculation."

JoystiqRumor: The Last Guardian lead Fumito Ueda quits Sony, working as freelancer to complete game originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>freelancefumito-uedaplaystationps3scesony-computer-entertainmentsony-japan-studioteam-icoThe-Last-GuardianWed, 30 Nov 2011 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[PS3 catching up with Xbox 360 shipments worldwide]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/02/ps3-catching-up-with-xbox-360-shipments-worldwide/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/02/ps3-catching-up-with-xbox-360-shipments-worldwide/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/02/ps3-catching-up-with-xbox-360-shipments-worldwide/#comments Sony reported 3.7 million PS3 unit sales worldwide for Q2 of fiscal year 2011 (which ended September 30), bringing its life-to-date total to 55.5 million units and improving on its year over year Q2 sales by around 200,000. Just last month, Microsoft touted 57.6 million shipped units of the Xbox 360 worldwide, bringing Sony within sight of the vaunted number two position behind Wii (Nintendo reported 89.36 million units shipped as of October).

While Sony's document says "sales," it's difficult to tell whether that refers to sales to consumers ("sell-through") or shipments to retail ("sell-in"). Both competitors' numbers refer to shipments.

JoystiqPS3 catching up with Xbox 360 shipments worldwide originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 02 Nov 2011 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fy-2011life-to-dateplaystationps3q2salesscesceisonyWed, 02 Nov 2011 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Gran Turismo 5 DLC delayed to October 25]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/18/gran-turismo-5-dlc-delayed-to-october-25/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/18/gran-turismo-5-dlc-delayed-to-october-25/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/18/gran-turismo-5-dlc-delayed-to-october-25/#comments When it comes to release dates pertaining to the Gran Turismo series, fans know better than to expect developer Polyphony Digital to actually meet those deadlines. It should come as no surprise, then, that Gran Turismo 5's first big DLC release, originally intended to launch on October 18, will now be drifting to October 25 in North America.

As previously explained, the DLC can either be purchased in one big $11.99 bundle, or piecemeal as tracks, cars, racing gear, and paint jobs. Sony apologized for the delay but didn't provide a reason for it. Instead, the company will include a "special bonus" with the DLC on October 25, so you've got that going for you.

JoystiqGran Turismo 5 DLC delayed to October 25 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 18 Oct 2011 12:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sure, you've already shed dozens of sympathy tears over Ico and Shadow of the Colossus, but have you ever shed tears of joy from the sheer beauty of the games, now updated to high-def? Well, these two videos, showcasing the opening to each game from the upcoming Ico and Shadow of the Colossus Collection re-release, may cause a bit of eye-born precipitation. At very least, they'll serve to get you extra pumped for the September launch of the remastered duo on PlayStation 3.

Continue reading Take a look at the gorgeous openings of Ico and Shadow of the Colossus HD

JoystiqTake a look at the gorgeous openings of Ico and Shadow of the Colossus HD originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 10 Aug 2011 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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What's more important than getting a look at the just revealed "Alice Springs" map for Resistance 3 set in Northern Australia? To us, that answer is clearly "learning how to kill, like, a million chimera in a row." Luckily, this latest gameplay clip does both.

JoystiqResistance 3 heads to the Outback in 'Alice Springs' multiplayer map originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>alice-springsaustraliagameplayinsomniacinsomniac-gamesmultiplayerplaystationps3Resistance-3scesceasony-computer-entertainmentsony-computer-entertainment-americaTue, 09 Aug 2011 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Invizimals: The Lost Tribes appearing across Europe 'this November']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/29/invizimals-the-lost-tribes-appearing-across-europe-this-novemb/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/29/invizimals-the-lost-tribes-appearing-across-europe-this-novemb/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/29/invizimals-the-lost-tribes-appearing-across-europe-this-novemb/#comments You'll forgive us if we relate Invizimals to the 1988 sci-fi classic They Live, but we can't help ourselves. The premise of seeking out "magical monsters" who "live in the world all around you," only seen through the lens of a PlayStation Portable's camera, is eerily similar to "Rowdy" Roddy Piper's situation in the film. Apparently the devs at Novarama have stepped up their invisible monster capturing technology, as a third game in the franchise is headed to Europe "this November."

Unlike They Live, the 150 "magical monsters" of Invizimals: The Lost Tribes are instead captured, trained, and unleashed against other creatures, Pokémon-style. And unlike Pokémon, Novarama chose to curate "80 of the community's favorite" creatures and add 70 new ones, rather than building an enormous "Invizidex" roster, if you will. The Lost Tribes has only been announced for Europe thus far, though we expect a North American announcement somewhere down the line.

JoystiqInvizimals: The Lost Tribes appearing across Europe 'this November' originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>euinvizimals-the-lost-tribesnovaramaplaystationpspq4-2011release-datescesonysony-computer-entertainmentWed, 29 Jun 2011 17:40:00 EST<![CDATA[Motorstorm: Apocalypse launch postponed in UK]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/15/motorstorm-apocalypse-launch-postponed-in-uk/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/15/motorstorm-apocalypse-launch-postponed-in-uk/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/15/motorstorm-apocalypse-launch-postponed-in-uk/#comments Despite the fact that MotorStorm: Apocalypse has already begun shipping to brick-and-mortar stores in the UK, Sony says it will "postpone the launch" for the time being, missing the March 18 launch date. SCE issued a statement (via CVG) that specifically cites "the impact of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan" and "the parallels between these events and the underlying theme in MotorStorm" as reasons for the delayed launch. The game's March 17 Japanese launch has also been delayed to a "TBA" date, alongside several other titles.

"Although the game itself is already in distribution, we are ceasing any further shipments and removing as much of the marketing materials as possible," SCE's statement continues. "Our thoughts are with all those affected, including our colleagues within the Sony family, living and working throughout Japan." SCEA confirmed with Joystiq that MotorStorm: Apocalypse will still ship in the US on April 12 -- perhaps signaling when the game will be made available across the Atlantic as well.

JoystiqMotorstorm: Apocalypse launch postponed in UK originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 15 Mar 2011 11:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>delaysearthquakeevolution-studiosmotorstorm-apocalypseplaystationps3scesceesony-computer-entertainmentTue, 15 Mar 2011 11:20:00 EST<![CDATA[Yakuza: Of the End, Motorstorm: Apocalypse delayed in Japan; Disaster Report 4 canceled]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/14/yakuza-of-the-end-motorstorm-apocalypse-delayed-in-japan-dis/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/14/yakuza-of-the-end-motorstorm-apocalypse-delayed-in-japan-dis/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/14/yakuza-of-the-end-motorstorm-apocalypse-delayed-in-japan-dis/#comments Citing "various circumstances," both Sega and Sony have announced delays of major game releases, reports Andriasang, while Irem has outright canceled Disaster Report 4. Sega announced that Yakuza: Of the End has been pushed back to a "TBA" release date in Japan, while Sony has altered the MotorStorm: Apocalypse launch to "TBA," as well. both titles were scheduled to be released in Japan this Thursday, March 17.

While neither company directly cited the massive earthquake and devastating tsunami that struck Japan on March 11 as the cause of the delays, it's evident that the disaster prompted the moves; though it's unknown if the reasons extend beyond the two games' disaster-themed premises. Andriasang also reports that Sony has temporarily closed its PlayStation repair and information center, located in one of the worst hit areas of Japan, the Miyagi Prefecture. Just yesterday, Square Enix temporarily shut down the Final Fantasy XI and XIV servers to conserve power in the country.

Meanwhile, Irem has canceled Disaster Report 4 without citing a specific reason, according to Andriasang. As the title suggests, DR4 centers around players escaping a city that has just suffered a devastating earthquake. Both DR4 and Yakuza: Of the End were only announced for release in Japan.

It's unclear at this point whether MotorStorm: Apocalypse is still on track to launch across Europe this week, as SCEE told GameSpot UK, "[The game's release is] under discussion at the moment. We'll get back to you when we know more." (The game's release in New Zealand was previously delayed following the severe earthquake that struck Christchurch last month.) The North American launch was set for April 12 two months ago.

To find out more about how you can help those affected in Japan by the past week's events, head over to RedCross.org.

JoystiqYakuza: Of the End, Motorstorm: Apocalypse delayed in Japan; Disaster Report 4 canceled originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>canceledcancellationdelaysdisaster-report-4earthquakeiremjapanmotorstorm-apocalypseplaystationps3scesegasony-computer-entertainmentyakuza-of-the-endMon, 14 Mar 2011 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Killzone 3 beta delayed (very slightly) to tomorrow]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/02/02/killzone-3-beta-delayed-very-slightly-to-tomorrow/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/02/02/killzone-3-beta-delayed-very-slightly-to-tomorrow/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/02/02/killzone-3-beta-delayed-very-slightly-to-tomorrow/#comments So that Killzone 3 multiplayer beta that was supposed to open today? That ain't happenin' -- not just yet. The beta has been pushed back to the far flung future of tomorrow (beginning at 1PM ET), according to PlayStation Blog. The humanity!

In the hopes of subduing your rage over this slight delay, Sony is giving away 60 "Limited Helghast Edition" copies of the game. Any player who accesses the beta this weekend will be automatically entered for a chance to win. The LE, you know, is the one with the crazy replica Helghast helmet that isn't sold in stores. Yeah, that one. Looks like our weekend just got booked!

JoystiqKillzone 3 beta delayed (very slightly) to tomorrow originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 02 Feb 2011 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>betadelaysdemoguerrilla-gamesKillzone-3multiplayerplaystationps3scesceasceesony-computer-entertainmentWed, 02 Feb 2011 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gran Turismo 5 moves 560,500 units in December, 1.14 million sold between Nov. and Dec.]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/14/gran-turismo-5-moves-560-500-units-in-december-1-14-million-sol/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/14/gran-turismo-5-moves-560-500-units-in-december-1-14-million-sol/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/14/gran-turismo-5-moves-560-500-units-in-december-1-14-million-sol/#comments Despite not making December's NPD top 10 list, Gran Turismo 5 sold 560,500 units last month in the US and Canada. IndustryGamers got the number straight from the NPD Group -- a number which looks like an apparent dropoff from Sony's late November launch numbers, which heralded 5.5 million units shipped worldwide, 1.25 million of which were in North America alone.

And hey, let's not kid ourselves: a good amount of December's "sales" figures are also accounted for in November's "shipped" figures. All of them, in fact -- 1.14 million copies of Gran Turismo 5 have been sold in the US and Canada thus far, a representative from NPD told us this afternoon, leaving approximately 110K copies from the initial shipment still on store shelves.

That said, plans for periodic support in GT5 were highlighted by developer Polyphony Digital as recently as last month. Add that to the fact that the 2011 Formula One season is just around the corner, and we'd say it's likely that racing fans will continue to pick up the game as early 2011 progresses.

JoystiqGran Turismo 5 moves 560,500 units in December, 1.14 million sold between Nov. and Dec. originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 14 Jan 2011 16:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Gran-Turismo-5npdnpd-groupplaystationpolyphony-digitalps3racingsalesscesimulationsony-computer-entertainmentFri, 14 Jan 2011 16:20:00 EST<![CDATA[Ico remastered preview: Not too little, definitely not too late]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/14/ico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-collection-preview/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/14/ico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-collection-preview/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/14/ico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-collection-preview/#comments I'm going to say something now and I don't want you to get mad. Promise that you won't? Promise?! Okay, fine -- I've never played Ico. It just didn't happen. A mixture of procrastination and disc-read errors have conspired to keep me from the lauded PS2 classic.

That changed late last week at a Sony press event, where the publisher showed off the forthcoming, double-game remaster Ico and Shadow of the Colossus Collection.

Gallery: ICO / Shadow of the Colossus Collection

Continue reading Ico remastered preview: Not too little, definitely not too late

JoystiqIco remastered preview: Not too little, definitely not too late originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 14 Dec 2010 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3dBluepoint-Gamesicoico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-collectionjapan-studioplaystationps3remasteredsceshadow-of-the-colossussonysony-computer-entertainmentsony-japan-studioTue, 14 Dec 2010 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gran Turismo 5 patch v1.03 adds tiered damage to online races]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/07/gran-turismo-5-patch-v1-03-adds-tiered-damage-to-online-races/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/07/gran-turismo-5-patch-v1-03-adds-tiered-damage-to-online-races/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/07/gran-turismo-5-patch-v1-03-adds-tiered-damage-to-online-races/#comments Those of you taking Gran Turismo 5's detailed vehicles onto the information superhighway will be glad to hear that the latest patch for the game adds selectable car damage. After downloading the patch, GT5's "My Lounge" section allows you to choose how much mechanical damage you're willing to suffer during online play, from "None" to "Heavy" ("Mechanical damage will be more severe, and can only be repaired by making a pit stop ... damaged parts will be indicated with on-screen icons"). The "Light" damage option means parts of your car can be damaged, but its health regenerates (no, we're not joking). It's not clear whether the update also adds cover for your cars to hide behind while said health regenerates.

The patch is available as of right now and it takes up approximately 150MB of HDD space -- Polyphony Digital has yet to detail any other fixes/additions the patch brings with it. If you spot anything else, feel free to drop us a line!

[Thanks Russ!]

JoystiqGran Turismo 5 patch v1.03 adds tiered damage to online races originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 Dec 2010 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>car-damagedamageGran-Turismo-5patchpatch-1.03playstationpolyphony-digitalps3scesceasony-computer-entertainmentsony-computer-entertainment-americaTue, 07 Dec 2010 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[The Gran Turismo 5 launch trailer is here]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/24/the-gran-turismo-5-launch-trailer-is-here/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/24/the-gran-turismo-5-launch-trailer-is-here/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/24/the-gran-turismo-5-launch-trailer-is-here/#comments In case you have yet to see the retail boxes at your local brick-and-mortar, Gran Turismo 5 is, like, totally out. Further proof? Sony's released the game's launch trailer. So it must be out! Seriously! Oh, right, we also reviewed it, so there's that too, ya big doubting debbie.

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JoystiqThe Gran Turismo 5 launch trailer is here originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 24 Nov 2010 11:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>gameplayGran-Turismo-5launch-trailerplaystationpolyphony-digitalps3scesceasceeWed, 24 Nov 2010 11:40:00 EST<![CDATA[All 1,031 of Gran Turismo 5's cars catalogued]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/12/all-1-031-of-gran-turismo-5s-cars-catalogued/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/12/all-1-031-of-gran-turismo-5s-cars-catalogued/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/12/all-1-031-of-gran-turismo-5s-cars-catalogued/#comments Now that we have a new, totally for sure release date for Gran Turismo 5 (we hope!), information has begun steadily arriving about the final product -- it probably doesn't hurt that retail copies were spotted in the wild last week. Eurogamer laboriously catalogued every single automobile in the forthcoming sim racer, from Acura to Volvo (and everything in between), totaling 1,031 cars in all.

And just think, as recently as yesterday we were totally worried that the game would only have one year's version of the Acura 3.2 CL Type-S. But no -- GT5 has both the 2001 and 2003 models! We can finally sleep again at night. Peep the whole list right here so you can too.

JoystiqAll 1,031 of Gran Turismo 5's cars catalogued originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>car-listGran-Turismo-5playstationpolyphony-digitalps3scesceasony-computer-entertainmentFri, 12 Nov 2010 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gran Turismo 5's full Trophy list revealed]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/08/gran-turismo-5-trophies/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/08/gran-turismo-5-trophies/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/08/gran-turismo-5-trophies/#comments Alongside today's news that Gran Turismo 5 retail discs have begun popping up in Europe comes a video detailing the game's entire Trophy list, minus three "Hidden" Trophies. Czech site Konzolista has the whole shebang, backed up by a clip found on GT Planet.

Rather than detailing the Trophies, we're gonna leave it to you to choose -- the clip has been embedded after the break and contains potential spoilers (albeit, seemingly minor ones). You've been warned!

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JoystiqGran Turismo 5's full Trophy list revealed originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 08 Nov 2010 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Gran-Turismo-5playstationpolyphony-digitalps3scesceascejsony-computer-entertainmentsony-computer-entertainment-japantrophiesMon, 08 Nov 2010 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gran Turismo 5 retail discs spotted in Europe]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/08/gran-turismo-5-retail-discs-spotted-in-europe/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/08/gran-turismo-5-retail-discs-spotted-in-europe/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/08/gran-turismo-5-retail-discs-spotted-in-europe/#comments Over the weekend, a handful of tipsters sent Gran Turismo fansite GT Planet photos of what appeared to be retail versions of Gran Turismo 5. The photographic evidence began to pile up, and it seems that some gamer slash gearheads in Europe are already playing the game -- this is, of course, after the game was delayed to an unknown release date. Additionally, the game's entire Trophy list has been revealed, adding fuel to the fire.

At the very least, this confirms GT5 director Kazunori Yamauchi's statement about discs for the game already being in production, though it doesn't put us any closer to knowing when exactly the game will finally arrive at retail. Will GT5 follow the path of the Sega Saturn and simply become available "right now," whenever the publisher deems it so? It certainly seems possible as of this report. But then, we all know how well that went for Sega's game console.

JoystiqGran Turismo 5 retail discs spotted in Europe originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 08 Nov 2010 15:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Gran-Turismo-5kazunori-yamauchileakplaystationpolyphony-digitalps3release-dateretailscescejsony-computer-entertainmentsony-computer-entertainment-japanMon, 08 Nov 2010 15:40:00 EST