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 expected to announce new Gran Turismo title next week]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/08/sony-expected-to-announce-new-gran-turismo-title-next-week/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/08/sony-expected-to-announce-new-gran-turismo-title-next-week/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/08/sony-expected-to-announce-new-gran-turismo-title-next-week/#commentsSony expected to announce next Gran Turismo title next week Sony Computer Entertainment Europe is expected to announce the next entry in Polyphony Digital's Gran Turismo series next week during an anniversary event held at Silverstone Circuit in the UK.

While specifics regarding the next Gran Turismo title are not yet known, Sony notes that designer Kazunori Yamauchi will be present at the event on May 15 to discuss the future of the series, and promises that "something big" will be revealed. Today, May 8, marks the 15th anniversary of the European release of the original PlayStation Gran Turismo title.

Given the timing of the event -- and considering Gran Turismo 5's extended development period -- it's likely that the next entry in Polyphony Digital's driving simulation series will be announced for the PlayStation 4, though no details have been confirmed.

JoystiqSony expected to announce new Gran Turismo title next week originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 08 May 2013 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>gran-turismoplaystationpolyphony-digitalps3sceeWed, 08 May 2013 19:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gran Turismo 6 'on PS3 this year,' Sony exec says]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/28/gran-turismo-6-on-ps3-this-year-sony-exec-says/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/28/gran-turismo-6-on-ps3-this-year-sony-exec-says/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/28/gran-turismo-6-on-ps3-this-year-sony-exec-says/#comments Gran Turismo 6 namedropped as PS3 game by Sony execWe knew Polyphony has been working on Gran Turismo 6 since 2011 at least, meaning we had our hearts set on playing it shortly after the launch of the PS5. Turns out we may get the game a little earlier, as in this year on the PS3.

This is according to Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Senior Vice President Michael Denny, speaking with Silicon Republic (audio here): "Look at the games coming out on PlayStation 3 this year, like The Last of Us, like Beyond, GT6...."

Sony confirms that GT6 is in development and has been since 2010, but offers no additional comment about a release this year.
[Pictured: GT5]

JoystiqGran Turismo 6 'on PS3 this year,' Sony exec says originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>gran-turismo-6Michael-Dennyplaystationps3SCEESONYThu, 28 Feb 2013 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Soul Sacrifice being given up to NA April 30, EU May 1]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/29/soul-sacrifice-being-given-up-to-na-april-30-eu-may-1/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/29/soul-sacrifice-being-given-up-to-na-april-30-eu-may-1/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/29/soul-sacrifice-being-given-up-to-na-april-30-eu-may-1/#comments Soul Sacrifice given up to NA April 30, EU May 1Keiji Inafune's Comcept is relinquishing Vita action-RPG Soul Sacrifice to North America on April 30, and to Europe the day after on May 1. It'll be in both stores and on PSN on its day of release. The game received its Japanese release date of March 7 last month.

Both regions get the same pre-order bonuses, such as the two character costumes and three magical aids for battle. Those aids are the Spirits' Flamepike, which spears a fiery five-hit combo attack, the Spirits' Blightstone, which stirs up a poisonous explosion, and Spirits' Fulgurwood, which can both track enemies and cast a thunder spell.

The most curious bonus is that of Japanese voice-overs. It's always great to have the option, but tying it to pre-orders is certainly unusual. If you're not gonna sacrifice your dosh for the pre-order, take note that the voice-over pack will be sold separately.

Gallery: Soul Sacrifice

JoystiqSoul Sacrifice being given up to NA April 30, EU May 1 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>comceptkeiji-inafuneplaystationplaystation-vitarelease-dateSCEASCEESony-Computer-Entertainment-AmericaSony-Computer-Entertainment-Europesoul-sacrificevitaTue, 29 Jan 2013 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[LittleBigPlanet 2: Extras Edition coming to Europe in February]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/12/littlebigplanet-2-extras-edition-coming-to-europe-in-february/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/12/littlebigplanet-2-extras-edition-coming-to-europe-in-february/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/12/littlebigplanet-2-extras-edition-coming-to-europe-in-february/#comments LittleBigPlanet 2 Extras Edition coming to Europe in FebruaryLittleBigPlanet 2: Extras Edition was recently announced for Europe, and is due to release in February. Extras Edition will include the original game along with three bonus level packs and a number of costumes for Sackboy to wear.

Of the packed-in level kits, the previously-released Cross-Controller Pack is included, which has players using their Vita systems to control Sackboy in the game. The other level packs bundled on the disc are the Move Pack: Rise of the Cakeling, which features PlayStation Move controls, and The Muppets Premium Level Kit. Click past the break to check out the full box art of the Extras Edition.

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JoystiqLittleBigPlanet 2: Extras Edition coming to Europe in February originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 12 Jan 2013 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>announcementDLCLBP 2Lbp2LittleBigPlanet-2media-moleculemoveplaystationplaystation-vitaps3SCEEvitaSat, 12 Jan 2013 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Former Relentless devs open Wish Studios, prototyping new Sony IP]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/23/former-relentless-devs-open-wish-studios-prototyping-new-sony-i/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/23/former-relentless-devs-open-wish-studios-prototyping-new-sony-i/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/23/former-relentless-devs-open-wish-studios-prototyping-new-sony-i/#comments Former Relentless devs open Wish Studios, prototyping new Sony IP
A group of developers from the UK's Relentless Software (makers of the Buzz! franchise and the Blue Toad Murder Files) has splintered off to form a new company called Wish Studios. The developers are already hard at work on a new IP for Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. Relentless veterans Caspar Field, Paul Brooke, and Tom Bennett joined together to become Wish's respective CEO, CTO and CCO back in July, and are steadily working on the prototype for Sony.

The team hasn't announced anything about what the prototype is just yet, except to say that it's "playing beautifully and has enormous potential." Field, Brooke, and Bennett have plenty of experience with downloadable titles and games for Sony's EyeToy peripheral, so perhaps that's a clue. Whenever they want to tell us what the project is, we'll be listening.

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JoystiqFormer Relentless devs open Wish Studios, prototyping new Sony IP originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 23 Oct 2012 22:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>caspar-fieldipkinect-nat-geo-tvmobilepaul-brookeplaystationps3sceesony-computer-entertainment-europetom-bennettwishwish-studiosTue, 23 Oct 2012 22:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Killzone 1 goes HD in PS3 'Killzone Trilogy,' packing all three games together this Oct.]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/06/killzone-1-goes-hd-in-ps3-killzone-trilogy-packing-all-three/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/06/killzone-1-goes-hd-in-ps3-killzone-trilogy-packing-all-three/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/06/killzone-1-goes-hd-in-ps3-killzone-trilogy-packing-all-three/#comments
Everyone's favorite yellow-eyed flunkies are returning to the PlayStation 3, albeit this time in a re-release of their greatest hits. Yes, Killzone's 1-3 - which aren't places, but games - are getting boxed and bundled for the PlayStation 3 as "Killzone Trilogy," arriving this October. The first of the three games is even getting an HD makeover for its re-release, and all the multiplayer content for the latter two games is included in the package.

The whole shebang will run $39.99/€49.99/£40.84 when it arrives on October 23 in the US and October 24 in Europe. Head past the break for all the specifics on those bonus maps.

Gallery: Killzone Trilogy

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JoystiqKillzone 1 goes HD in PS3 'Killzone Trilogy,' packing all three games together this Oct. originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 06 Sep 2012 09:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>guerrillaguerrilla-gameskillzonekillzone-2killzone-3killzone-trilokillzone-trilogyplaystationplaystation-collectionps3q4-2012re-releaserelease-datesceasceesony-computer-entertainmentsony-computer-entertainment-europeThu, 06 Sep 2012 09:46:00 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[Red, white and silver limited edition PS3s now out in the UK]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/23/red-white-and-silver-limited-edition-ps3s-now-out-in-the-uk/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/23/red-white-and-silver-limited-edition-ps3s-now-out-in-the-uk/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/23/red-white-and-silver-limited-edition-ps3s-now-out-in-the-uk/#comments Back in April, retailer listings for a Scarlet Red PS3 surfaced on Amazon and Play. Today, the console launches in the UK, and is joined by two other console colors previously exclusive to Japan: Classic White and Satin Silver. Each console comes sporting a DualShock 3 controller, a 320 GB hard drive and about six years of games to catch up on.

JoystiqRed, white and silver limited edition PS3s now out in the UK originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 23 Jul 2012 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>classic-whiteplaystationps3satin-silverscarlet-redsceeSony-Computer-EntertainmentSony-Computer-Entertainment-EuropeukMon, 23 Jul 2012 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony: Retail still important in wake of Gaikai purchase]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/06/sony-retail-still-important-in-wake-of-gaikai-purchase/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/06/sony-retail-still-important-in-wake-of-gaikai-purchase/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/06/sony-retail-still-important-in-wake-of-gaikai-purchase/#comments While Sony has made a substantial investment in the Gaikai game streaming service - to the tune of $380 million - the company is still committed to retail, Sony UK's Fergal Gara told MCV. Fergal noted that UK retail is undergoing "a bit of a readjustment," referring to the trouble that retailers like GAME have suffered recently.

Still, despite the issues being faced at retail, Sony plans to continue leveraging brick-and-mortar - the company will use retail to demonstrate Wonderbook, for example. He added that he hopes retailers, and not just specialist retailers, will stay committed to stocking games as well, especially considering that the next generation of gaming hardware is right around the corner.

Of course, Sony is intent on creating a new cloud service, so it will be interesting to see how the company's next offering will fit into the retail structure. One example to follow might be that of GameStop, which makes a substantial chunk of change selling redemption tokens for digital goods at its many retail stores.

JoystiqSony: Retail still important in wake of Gaikai purchase originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 06 Jul 2012 16:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fergal-garamoveplaystationps3sce-ukSCEEukFri, 06 Jul 2012 16:40:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony: 'No definitive plans' for Resistance series, no games currently in the works]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/26/sony-no-definitive-plans-for-resistance-series-no-games-curr/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/26/sony-no-definitive-plans-for-resistance-series-no-games-curr/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/26/sony-no-definitive-plans-for-resistance-series-no-games-curr/#comments The folks who created the Resistance series, Insomniac Games, are no longer working on it. This much we know. But what of Sony? The Japanese publishing giant owns the intellectual property rights to the Resistance series - as evidenced by the recent release of Resistance: Burning Skies on Vita, developed by Nihilistic - but is it planning on any more series entries? "We have no definitive plans," Sony Computer Entertainment Europe producer Daniel Brooke said in a recent interview.

That isn't to say the series is done, of course. Brooke's full answer was, "The Resistance franchise has been exciting to work on, but as for the future we have no definitive plans," which sounds an awful lot more couched to us than straight up saying the series is done with. Considering Sony's five games deep on the franchise and the latest entry was billed as a sell-point for the Vita, we're not counting out Resistance just yet. After all, those Chimera are awfully dexterous.

JoystiqSony: 'No definitive plans' for Resistance series, no games currently in the works originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You can do a lot with LittleBitPlanet 2's upcoming Vita Cross Control patch. In a game already filled to bursting with creative opportunities, the additional Vita features are honestly a little staggering. Sure, you could make intricate levels, leveraging every touch and tilt gimmick, every unique cooperative possibility.

You could do that, but why bother when the Vita opens up a whole new world of ways to screw with your friends? Check out our demo with Media Molecule's David Dino above.

JoystiqLittleBigPlanet 2 Vita Cross Control adds incredible griefing possibilities originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 07 Jun 2012 13:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>david-dinoe3-2012LittleBigPlanet-2media-moleculeplaystationplaystation-vitaps3sceesony-computer-entertainment-europevitaThu, 07 Jun 2012 13:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Quantic Dream's Infraworld may not be canned after all, was possibly just frozen]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/quantic-dreams-infraworld-may-not-be-canned-after-all-was-poss/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/quantic-dreams-infraworld-may-not-be-canned-after-all-was-poss/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/quantic-dreams-infraworld-may-not-be-canned-after-all-was-poss/#comments ImageQuantic Dream has been flirting with the title Infraworld, since 2006, when it was first reported as a canceled game, to 2010 when it made an appearance in Heavy Rain, to last year's US trademark filing from Sony Computer Entertainment Europe.

This year, a Quantic Dream title due out in 2013 has made an appearance in the biography of French actress Priscilla Liaud, and a studio concept artist has listed Infraworld and another oft-rumored title, Fiv5, in his LinkedIn profile (since removed).

With E3 next week, Quantic Dream may be in the perfect position to take its Infraworld flirtation to the next level: eye contact and straightforward sentences. Our hearts are all a-flutter just thinking about it.

JoystiqQuantic Dream's Infraworld may not be canned after all, was possibly just frozen originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 30 May 2012 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fiv5infraworldplaystationps3quantic-dreamSCEESONYWed, 30 May 2012 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[LittleBigPlanet Karting arriving in 2012 from ModNation Racers devs]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/22/littlebigplanet-karting-arriving-in-2012-from-modnation-racers-d/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/22/littlebigplanet-karting-arriving-in-2012-from-modnation-racers-d/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/22/littlebigplanet-karting-arriving-in-2012-from-modnation-racers-d/#comments
After briefly hearing about LittleBigPlanet Karting in early February, Sony decided to share some new details this morning on the upcoming adorable kart racer. United Front Games is handling production duties - which makes sense given the developer's track record with ModNation Racers - and the team promises the same level of dedication and attention to detail that Media Molecule lavishes on its main franchise LBP titles.

Like those main titles, LBP Karting will support a full creation system, which allows players to craft new levels, racers, and even "to modify the rules of the game itself to create completely new modes and challenges," according to UFG senior producer James Grieve. He also says that some form of "community experience" will be included, though he stops short of saying whether LBP.me will play some part in that experience.

When we first heard about LBP Karting, the game was said to feature PlayStation Move functionality as well, a la Mario Kart for Wii. However, neither Sony nor United Front Games mentions as much in this announcement. What we do know for sure is this: LittleBigPlanet Karting will launch at some point in 2012 on the PlayStation 3.

Gallery: LittleBigPlanet Karting

JoystiqLittleBigPlanet Karting arriving in 2012 from ModNation Racers devs originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 22 Mar 2012 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>james-grievekart-racinglittlebigplanet-kartingmedia-moleculeplaystationps3release-datesceesony-computer-entertainmentsony-computer-entertainment-europeunited-front-gamesThu, 22 Mar 2012 09:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Trine 2 hits PSN in Europe after delay]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/07/trine-2-hits-psn-in-europe-after-delay/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/07/trine-2-hits-psn-in-europe-after-delay/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/07/trine-2-hits-psn-in-europe-after-delay/#comments You can finally download Frozenbyte's well-received sequel, Trine 2, from the European PlayStation Store. Since SCEE took longer than expected to get the game through QA, it will initially be offered at a 30 percent discount for €7.99. After two weeks, Trine 2's price will be set at €11.25.

European PS Plus members can download Trine 2 for free right now. Here on the other side of the Atlantic we're getting some free Sly Cooper.

JoystiqTrine 2 hits PSN in Europe after delay originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>frozenbyteplaystationplaystation-plusps-plusps3sceetrine-2Wed, 07 Mar 2012 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Twisted Metal hits Europe on March 7]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/06/twisted-metal-hits-europe-on-march-7/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/06/twisted-metal-hits-europe-on-march-7/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/06/twisted-metal-hits-europe-on-march-7/#comments After the European launch of Twisted Metal was stalled last week, a new date has been announced by creator David Jaffe. The European release has been pushed back to March 7, according to Jaffe's Twitter account, thanks to localization issues and cuts that had to be made in cutscenes.

Last week, Jaffe assured players that Twisted Metal's story -- surely its most integral component -- would remain intact despite the alterations.

JoystiqTwisted Metal hits Europe on March 7 originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>delaydelayseat-sleep-playplaystationps3release-datesceetwisted-metal-2011twisted-metal-2012Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Twisted Metal launch stalled in Europe, pushed back to March]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/03/twisted-metal-launch-stalled-in-europe-pushed-back-to-march/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/03/twisted-metal-launch-stalled-in-europe-pushed-back-to-march/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/03/twisted-metal-launch-stalled-in-europe-pushed-back-to-march/#comments Localization issues are holding up the launch of Twisted Metal in Europe, David Jaffe confirmed in a NeoGAF post today. Though he couldn't say exactly when the title would launch in March, it seems the whole month is in play -- it could pull into retail as early as March 1 or at the end of the month. Twisted Metal is still on board for a Valentine's Day launch on February 14 in North America.

In addition to the delay, the European version will be modified. Jaffe says SCEE censored certain portions of cutscenes and minor gameplay elements have been tweaked. "99 percent of the cuts were in the movies and the movies are still intact and I sat with the editor -- who was the same editor of the American movies -- and we went thru and addressed the notes from Europe and made sure the stories still worked," Jaffe wrote in his post. As for the gameplay edits, Jaffe only spoke of one minor change: the guy laying on the gurney from Meat Wagon is now a cadaver rather than a live, screaming corpse. Yep, we're furious too.

Oh well, at least you've got that demo to keep you company in the meanwhile.

JoystiqTwisted Metal launch stalled in Europe, pushed back to March originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>delaydelayseat-sleep-playeuropeplaystationps3sceetwisted-metal-2011twisted-metal-2012Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Wipeout 2048's intro cinematic takes us through our future past]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/21/wipeout-2048s-intro-cinematic-takes-us-through-our-future-past/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/21/wipeout-2048s-intro-cinematic-takes-us-through-our-future-past/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/21/wipeout-2048s-intro-cinematic-takes-us-through-our-future-past/#comments
According to this intro cinematic for Wipeout 2048, which chronicles the evolution of the game's racing world and its technology, we've only got 36 years to get from out current Formula 1 racers to flying angular death rockets. Challenge accepted.

JoystiqWipeout 2048's intro cinematic takes us through our future past originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 21 Jan 2012 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cinematicplaystationplaystation-vitaSCEESony-Computer-Entertainment-Europevitawipeoutwipeout-2048wipeout-ngpSat, 21 Jan 2012 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony UK: no evidence of 'widespread glitches' among Japanese Vitas]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/21/sony-uk-no-evidence-of-widespread-glitches-among-japanese-vit/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/21/sony-uk-no-evidence-of-widespread-glitches-among-japanese-vit/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/21/sony-uk-no-evidence-of-widespread-glitches-among-japanese-vit/#comments Sony UK is downplaying the scope of reported freezing issues with the PlayStation Vita. Speaking to The Guardian, SCE UK head of public relations David Wilson said, "We're annoyed with these stories, because we can't find any evidence of widespread glitches."

He went on to clarify that there has been no apology issued from Sony on the subject of glitches. "The stories even said that Sony has issued an apology for PS Vita glitches, which simply isn't true - there's an apology on our Japanese website for people who are having trouble getting through to our technical help line, but that's it." The page with the apology also links directly to a list of troubleshooting measures in case of a freeze.

But don't take the overwhelmed tech support, and addressing "freezes" in a shortlist of frequently asked questions, as evidence that freezing is a common issue.

JoystiqSony UK: no evidence of 'widespread glitches' among Japanese Vitas originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bugdavid-wilsonfreezeglitchplaystationplaystation-vitasceevitaWed, 21 Dec 2011 11:50:00 EST<![CDATA[PSA: PSN undergoing maintenance in Europe this Thursday]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/12/psa-psn-undergoing-maintenance-in-europe-this-thursday/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/12/psa-psn-undergoing-maintenance-in-europe-this-thursday/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/12/psa-psn-undergoing-maintenance-in-europe-this-thursday/#comments SCEE sent out some advance notice of a PSN outage in Europe via the PlayStation forum. Maintenance is scheduled on the network Thursday, December 15 from 4pm GMT (11am EST) to 2am GMT (9pm EST).

No such announcement has been made for North America, but we can safely assume that the EU outage will coincide with network interruption here. Besides, the only "preparation" you have to do for such an event is not make ironclad plans to play online games or buy things from the PlayStation Store right then. If it turns out that the network doesn't go offline, just sign in and play extemporaneously.

It's not going to adversely affect your life too much if this outage turns out to be EU-only, is what we're saying.

JoystiqPSA: PSN undergoing maintenance in Europe this Thursday originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>europemaintenanceplaystationps3psnpspsceesonyMon, 12 Dec 2011 09:33:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony bringing 12 first party Vita launch titles to Europe, including Uncharted and Wipeout]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/22/sony-first-party-vita-launch-eu/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/22/sony-first-party-vita-launch-eu/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/22/sony-first-party-vita-launch-eu/#comments Sony kinda has a thing for Europe, as evidenced by today's PlayStation Vita event in London. SCEE worldwide studios SVP Michael Denny took to the stage to reveal the February 22, 2012 first party launch lineup for the PlayStation Vita, which includes titles like Uncharted: Golden Abyss and Wipeout 2048.

The list of 12 games adds to the two from Namco we already expected by February 22 -- namely Ridge Racer and Touch My Katamari -- and reveals a cadre of "in development" titles, even outing a couple we'd yet to hear about. Presumably the EU's first party launch lineup isn't far off from North America's, but we'll assuredly find out more definitively in the near future.

JoystiqSony bringing 12 first party Vita launch titles to Europe, including Uncharted and Wipeout originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>michael-dennyplaystationplaystation-vitaq1-2012release-datesceesony-computer-entertainment-europeuncharted-golden-abyssuncharted-ngpvitawipeout-2048Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony signs Vodafone as main Vita 3G carrier in majority of EU, Australia, and New Zealand]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/21/sony-signs-vodafone-as-main-vita-3g-carrier-in-majority-of-eu-a/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/21/sony-signs-vodafone-as-main-vita-3g-carrier-in-majority-of-eu-a/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/21/sony-signs-vodafone-as-main-vita-3g-carrier-in-majority-of-eu-a/#comments We don't really have a working knowledge of cell phone carriers in Europe. Whenever a company announces it's working with AT&T, we can say "oh man, AT&T, right?" and groan together. But with this morning's announcement of Vodafone acting as the PlayStation Vita's primary 3G carrier in Europe, the best we can offer is, "Wait, isn't that a soccer team?" (Apparently those logos on the jerseys are just sponsors -- who knew?)

But yes, joining the ranks of NTT Docomo in Japan and AT&T in the US, Vodafone will provide folks in "the UK, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Australia, New Zealand and The Netherlands, and with Vodafone's Partner in France (SFR)" with 3G on the Vita. To help incentivize the 3G model, Vodafone's even throwing in a voucher for Wipeout 2048 - hot dog!

Apparently 3G models of the Vita in said territories will come packed with a Vodafone SIM card. No pricing has been announced just yet, but we expect to hear more soon, as the Vita launches just four months from now in February 2012.

JoystiqSony signs Vodafone as main Vita 3G carrier in majority of EU, Australia, and New Zealand originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3geuropeplaystationplaystation-vitasceevitavodafonewipeout-2048wipeout-ngpMon, 21 Nov 2011 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[LittleBigPlanet Vita dev signs exclusivity deal with Sony]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/19/littlebigplanet-vita-dev-signs-exclusivity-deal-with-sony/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/19/littlebigplanet-vita-dev-signs-exclusivity-deal-with-sony/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/19/littlebigplanet-vita-dev-signs-exclusivity-deal-with-sony/#comments Sony has added another LittleBigPlanet developer to its collection. Franchise originator Media Molecule became a Sony-exclusive first party in 2010, and now PlayStation Vita LBP developer Double Eleven is joining them in the exclusive club, though through a contract and not outright ownership.

Double Eleven has signed a deal with Sony in which the developer, formed by ex-Rockstar Leeds lead engineers, will create games exclusively for SCEE. That includes LittleBigPlanet, along with "new titles for Sony platforms" -- mostly the Vita, we assume, given the studio's predilection for handheld gaming.

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"This program will be game-specific," a Sony rep said. "Games that are a part of this program will include a single-use registration code that grants the account holder redeeming the code full online access for that title." The initiative is intended to "accelerate our commitment to enhancing premium online services across our first party game portfolio."

Sony has clarified to Joystiq that the statement was "a joint SCEE/SCEA statement" and thus covers North America as well. Find the whole statement after the break.

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JoystiqSony introducing one-time-use online codes with Resistance 3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>network-passonline-passplaystationps3psn-passResistance-3sceeWed, 06 Jul 2011 14:07:00 EST<![CDATA[Invizimals developer Novarama working exclusively with Sony]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/29/invizimals-developer-novarama-working-exclusively-with-sony/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/29/invizimals-developer-novarama-working-exclusively-with-sony/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/29/invizimals-developer-novarama-working-exclusively-with-sony/#comments Invizimals developer Novarama didn't just announce a new game in its PSP augmented reality series today: it announced a new deal with Sony that will ensure more of the Spanish company's games will appear on Sony systems.

The AR-focused developer has entered into an exclusivity agreement with SCEE. That means that the PlayStation Vita fighter Reality Fighters will remain a Vita-only experience, and Novarama will also begin working on new games for Sony.

"For a studio geared towards innovation like Novarama, having a partner of the size and experience of Sony is the perfect blend," said Novarama CEO Dani Sánchez-Crespo. "By extending our partnership, we will continue making kids believe in invisible creatures and turning gamers into video game characters." Put that way, it sounds a lot more like the work of some evil mastermind. "Soon, all the children will believe in invisible creatures! And then, the world is ours!"

JoystiqInvizimals developer Novarama working exclusively with Sony originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 29 Jun 2011 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>exclusivitynovaramaplaystationplaystation-vitaps3pspreality-fighterssceesonyWed, 29 Jun 2011 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Hirai promoted to Chairman of SCEI, House becomes CEO]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/29/hirai-promoted-to-chairman-of-scei-house-becomes-ceo/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/29/hirai-promoted-to-chairman-of-scei-house-becomes-ceo/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/29/hirai-promoted-to-chairman-of-scei-house-becomes-ceo/#comments Just one day after announcing a new board member, Sony revealed a bit more corporate shuffling, this time at Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Kazuo Hirai, formerly President and Group CEO (and chief apologizer), has been promoted to Chairman, effective September 1. SCEE president Andrew House will take over as Group CEO of SCEI, with SCEE Executive Vice President Jim Ryan taking over his old job at SCEE.

While this may seem like an inopportune time to reward executives with promotions, the shifts were prompted by the retirement of current Chairman Akira Sato effective August 31. Also retiring: Ken Kutaragi, who left his role as Honorary Chairman of SCEI yesterday, presumably finding the honorary demands of the position too honorarily strenuous. He will remain at Sony Corporation as "senior technology advisor."

JoystiqHirai promoted to Chairman of SCEI, House becomes CEO originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 29 Jun 2011 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>andrew-housejim-ryankaz-hiraiken-kutaragiplaystationps3pspsceesceisonyWed, 29 Jun 2011 09:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Uncharted, Resistance, and Ratchet & Clank bundles out in Europe July 22]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/23/uncharted-resistance-and-ratchet-and-clank-bundles-out-in-europe/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/23/uncharted-resistance-and-ratchet-and-clank-bundles-out-in-europe/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/23/uncharted-resistance-and-ratchet-and-clank-bundles-out-in-europe/#comments SCEE has confirmed an Uncharted collection, for those European PS3 owners looking for a fast-track method of catching up with the Uncharted series. The publisher told CVG that on July 22, it will release a collection containing Uncharted: Drake's Fortune and Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, along with a dynamic theme and an avatar.

The same day will see a European release of the Resistance bundle (coming to North America July 5), which packs the first two games in that series and a Resistance 3 skin. Also out on July 22 in Europe: a Ratchet & Clank bundle containing Tools of Destruction and A Crack in Time, with bonus avatars and a Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One dynamic theme.

No announcements were made about the Uncharted or Ratchet bundles in North America, but CVG's line of inquiry did begin with the discovery of the Uncharted collection on Best Buy's US website.

JoystiqUncharted, Resistance, and Ratchet & Clank bundles out in Europe July 22 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>best-buyeuropeplaystationps3q3-2011ratchet-and-clankrelease-dateresistance-dual-packsceeUnchartedUncharted-1uncharted-2-among-thievesUncharted-Drakes-FortuneThu, 23 Jun 2011 16:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Euro PSN gets massive update, PS Plus members get more freebies]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/02/euro-psn-gets-massive-update-ps-plus-members-get-more-freebies/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/02/euro-psn-gets-massive-update-ps-plus-members-get-more-freebies/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/02/euro-psn-gets-massive-update-ps-plus-members-get-more-freebies/#comments Just hours after the PlayStation Network Store went back online, Sony took to its European PlayStation blog to detail both what's coming in the first major update, as well as what European PS Plus subscribers will be receiving in the coming weeks. Beyond the already detailed "Welcome Back" content, SCEE says an extra 10 days will be added to the 60 already included in the Plus "Welcome Back" package, "due to the Store coming back a little later that we hoped."

Additionally, April's Plus content and deals are being extended for two extra weeks, meaning that if you missed a chance to download Premiere Manager at 50 percent off, there's still time! June's offers have yet to be revealed, but the post does promise Plus users a free copy of Burnout Paradise as part of the month's content offerings.

The "Spring Offers" deal for all PSN users has also been extended to June 8, a sale which was unavailable during the majority of its duration as a result of the month-long PSN outage. All PSN users can also snag a free copy of FIFA 11 Ultimate Team, a soccer management game from EA, for the time being.

And finally, the EU PlayStation Store has also received a massive update, the likes of which we've never seen before. Final Fantasy VI is totally on there, as is a mess of new Hyperdimension Neptunia content and ... well, you know what? We're going to simply point you to it rather than try to wade the flood.

JoystiqEuro PSN gets massive update, PS Plus members get more freebies originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 02 Jun 2011 15:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Burnout-Paradiseeueuropeeuropean-unionfifa-11-ultimate-teamplaystationplaystation-networkplaystation-network-storeplaystation-plusplaystation-storeps3psnpspsceesonysony-computer-entertainment-europeThu, 02 Jun 2011 15:40:00 EST<![CDATA[Wipeout NGP gameplay video flies into view]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/02/wipeout-ngp-gameplay-video-flies-into-view/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/02/wipeout-ngp-gameplay-video-flies-into-view/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/02/wipeout-ngp-gameplay-video-flies-into-view/#comments Okay, the video of Wipeout running on Sony's NGP didn't literally fly into view, but it does contain a variety of flying liveries. It also contains several game journos -- including our own Chris Grant! -- staring intently at prototype NGPs. We much prefer the racing parts. Sorry, Chris!

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JoystiqWipeout NGP gameplay video flies into view originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 02 Jun 2011 14:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>gameplayngpplaystationplaystation-vitasceesony-computer-entertainment-europevitawipeout-ngpThu, 02 Jun 2011 14:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony: response to PSN outage was dependent on 'forensic analysis']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/27/sony-response-to-psn-outage-was-dependent-on-forensic-analysis/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/27/sony-response-to-psn-outage-was-dependent-on-forensic-analysis/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/27/sony-response-to-psn-outage-was-dependent-on-forensic-analysis/#comments What happened after Sony pulled the plug on PlayStation Network, and before it finally alerted customers that their information had been compromised during an unlawful intrusion? According to SCEE head of communications Nick Caplin, writing in a post on the European PlayStation blog this morning, Sony's lackluster communication efforts were impeded because the company didn't immediately assume the worst. "There's a difference in timing between when we identified there was an intrusion and when we learned of consumers' data being compromised," Caplin says.

He goes on to explain that Sony learned of the "illegal intrusion" on April 19 and "subsequently shut the services down," though the official FAQ he links to in his post claims that Sony found the breach "between April 17 and 19." Furthermore, Caplin says that after shutting down PSN and Qriocity, "It was necessary to conduct several days of forensic analysis, and it took our experts until yesterday to understand the scope of the breach." There's your disparity.

The FAQ further notes that services will remain down until Sony can "verify smooth operation" of its network, though the company is "working hard to resume the services as soon as we can be reasonably assured security concerns are addressed." It also notes that folks looking for refunds may be out of luck for the moment, as Sony "will assess the correct course of action" regarding such requests when "full services are restored."

Beyond one US Senator politicizing Sony's info breach, the UK's Information Commissioner's Office also announced today that it would be questioning the company on the issue. "We are contacting Sony and will be making further enquiries to establish the precise nature of the incident before deciding what action, if any, needs to be taken by this office," the ICO said of its plans in a statement to Eurogamer.

JoystiqSony: response to PSN outage was dependent on 'forensic analysis' originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 27 Apr 2011 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>nick-caplinoutageplaystationplaystation-networkps3psnpsn-outage-2011pspqriocitysceesonysony-computer-entertainment-europeWed, 27 Apr 2011 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[MotorStorm Apocalypse review: Crash test dummy]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/22/motorstorm-apocalypse-review/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/22/motorstorm-apocalypse-review/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/22/motorstorm-apocalypse-review/#comments As far as awesome spectacles in gaming go, MotorStorm Apocalypse is up there with the best. I don't know if I've ever seen a game, let alone a racer, with this amount of action happening at any given moment. I can't help but marvel at the degree and detail of the destruction it renders on a city-wide scale -- which is a problem, since I'm supposed to be focused on racing.

Everything comes at you so fast, furious, loud and bright that opponents trying to ram you off the "track" (little in this game resembles an actual race course) are the least of your worries. No, the greatest risk is running into the scenery ... over and over and over again.

Gallery: MotorStorm Apocalypse (4/20/11)

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JoystiqMotorStorm Apocalypse review: Crash test dummy originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 22 Apr 2011 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>evolution-studiosmotorstormmotorstorm-apocalypseplaystationps3racingsceasceesonyFri, 22 Apr 2011 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony UK boss Ray Maguire departs]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/05/sony-uk-boss-ray-maguire-departs/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/05/sony-uk-boss-ray-maguire-departs/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/05/sony-uk-boss-ray-maguire-departs/#comments Ray Maguire, Sony Computer Entertainment's UK managing director, has decided to leave the company. Maguire helped establish the PlayStation brand in Europe, with a career in the division that spans 17 years. He made the choice to leave after "a lot of soul searching" and described his future personal growth as "essential."

Sony Europe president Andrew House wished Maguire luck on his future endeavors. No word yet on where Maguire is going next or where Sony will look for a replacement.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>EnglandEuropeplaystationps3pspRay-MaguireSCEEsonyukTue, 05 Apr 2011 09:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Killzone live-action short overacts the Helghan war's origins]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/28/killzone-live-action-short-overacts-the-helghan-wars-origins/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/28/killzone-live-action-short-overacts-the-helghan-wars-origins/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/28/killzone-live-action-short-overacts-the-helghan-wars-origins/#comments Not since Command & Conquer's Kane have we seen overacting of such brilliance as that exhibited in the new Killzone origin story clip. Two friends, one ISA and one Helghan, have their friendship torn asunder ... in the name of war. Check it out after the break.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>guerrilla-gamesKillzone-3live-actionplaystationps3sceesony-computer-entertainment-europeMon, 28 Mar 2011 16:20:00 EST<![CDATA['Fiv5' could be the title of Quantic Dreams' next game]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/21/fiv5-could-be-the-title-of-quantic-dreams-next-game/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/21/fiv5-could-be-the-title-of-quantic-dreams-next-game/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/21/fiv5-could-be-the-title-of-quantic-dreams-next-game/#comments David Cage, director of the soggy serial killer interactive drama Heavy Rain, has already said there won't be a sequel to that game, telling the PlayStation Blog, "We're going to be exploring a different direction, which will still be very dark and still for adults, but completely different to Heavy Rain" for Quantic Dreams' next project. That game's specifics may be a secret, but it may have a title: "Fiv5" ... yes, in the style of David Fincher's film Se7en.

Gaming trademark sleuth superannuation has turned up several clues supporting this theory, including a trademark filing with Europe's Office of Harmonization for the International Market. There's also a domain name registration by Quantic Dream, and a new hire at the developer has listed themselves as "Concept Artist: Video Game "FIVE" & "INFRAWORLD" on LinkedIn. Infraworld? Where'd we put our deerstalker hat and magnifying glass?

Joystiq'Fiv5' could be the title of Quantic Dreams' next game originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 21 Mar 2011 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>david-cagefiv5Heavy-Rainplaystationps3quantic-dreamsceesonytrademarkMon, 21 Mar 2011 17:30:00 EST<![CDATA[LittleBigPlanet 2 teacher pack coming to UK PSN in May]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/17/littlebigplanet-2-teacher-pack-coming-to-uk-psn-in-may/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/17/littlebigplanet-2-teacher-pack-coming-to-uk-psn-in-may/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/17/littlebigplanet-2-teacher-pack-coming-to-uk-psn-in-may/#comments Sackboy is grabbing his trusty Trapper Keeper and heading to Avalon Elementary next semester. The LittleBigPlanet 2 "Teacher Pack" is currently being developed by Media Molecule and it's said to be packed with "demonstrations of National Curriculum, based in game levels that other teachers have made." The pack will feature PlayStation Move functionality, SCEE senior VP Ray Maguire told MCV.

"The pack will be a really useful way of starting to track and develop interest and involvement in games-based learning," Maguire noted. He also added that SCEE is aiming for a release "by the start of the summer term in May." In other news, schools in the UK have a summer term starting in May. We're so, so sorry, you guys.

JoystiqLittleBigPlanet 2 teacher pack coming to UK PSN in May originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 17 Mar 2011 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcdownloadable-contenteducationLittleBigPlanet-2media-moleculenational-curriculumplaystationplaystation-networkps3psnray-maguiresceesony-computer-entertainment-europeteacher-packukThu, 17 Mar 2011 17:30:00 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[Sony Europe cancels games across several UK studios]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/09/sony-europe-cancels-games-across-several-uk-studios/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/09/sony-europe-cancels-games-across-several-uk-studios/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/09/sony-europe-cancels-games-across-several-uk-studios/#comments Sony Computer Entertainment Europe has informed staff at London Studio, Studio Liverpool, and Evolution Studios that several of their projects will be "streamlined or closed" to focus development on higher-priority first party offerings. In a statement to GamesIndustry, the publisher explained, "with the incredibly strong list of exclusive first party titles coming up both this year and in the near future, resources should be reallocated to enhance those projects closer to completion."

Sony did not reveal the identities of these projects, or whether their cancellation would result in layoffs -- the statement only mentioned, "This decision will have no impact on the role that our first party studios will play in the future of all PlayStation platforms." We've contacted Sony to try and find out if any positions had been cut thanks to the reallocation.

JoystiqSony Europe cancels games across several UK studios originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cancelcancellationeuropeplaystationps3pspsceesonyworldwide-studiosWed, 09 Mar 2011 15:30:00 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[Sony 'studied the possibility' of 3D in NGP, decided against it]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/27/sony-studied-the-possibility-of-3d-in-ngp-decided-against-it/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/27/sony-studied-the-possibility-of-3d-in-ngp-decided-against-it/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/27/sony-studied-the-possibility-of-3d-in-ngp-decided-against-it/#comments We've covered an awful lot of Sony news over the last 15 or so hours -- 23 posts thus far and counting, including this one -- and not once did the company bring up its 3D efforts. The entire NGP announcement has remained mysteriously devoid of one of Sony's biggest talking points of 2010, and Sony Europe head Andrew House has an explanation for why that is. "We view 3D as having the greatest potential, in the near term, in what I would call a dedicated entertainment environment," he told Eurogamer.

House continued, "That's in the home, around the television, and where it's a shared experience. I think that's really important." A statement from Sony clarified that, "In the development process, we had studied the possibility of introducing stereoscopic 3D feature to NGP, but decided not to install it."

House added to that, needling Sony's handheld gaming competition a bit in the process. "We struggle a little bit to see how that 3D, shared experience translates to portable devices as they currently stand." Perhaps he was holding the 3DS at a weird angle? We can't be sure.

JoystiqSony 'studied the possibility' of 3D in NGP, decided against it originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 27 Jan 2011 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3dsandrew-housengpplaystationplaystation-vitapspsceesonysony-computer-entertainment-europevitaThu, 27 Jan 2011 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Killzone 3 open beta starts February 2nd or 3rd (depending on what zone of killing you're in)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/21/killzone-3-open-beta-starts-february-2nd-or-3rd-depending-on-wh/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/21/killzone-3-open-beta-starts-february-2nd-or-3rd-depending-on-wh/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/21/killzone-3-open-beta-starts-february-2nd-or-3rd-depending-on-wh/#comments Killzone 3 is bringing its particular brand of first-person shooting (the "killing in a zone" brand, we presume?) to retailers in North America and Europe on February 22 and 23, respectively. Unfortunately for those of you who reside in the zone of killing known as Europe, the upcoming "beta" gives North American players the same one-day lead, according to the regional arms of the PlayStation Blog family.

For 12 days beginning February 2 in North America, all PlayStation 3 owners will be able to download the "open beta" (read: demo) and treat themselves to stereoscopic 3D, Move support, and access to just one map, titled "Frozen Dam." Inside that one map, you'll at least be able to try out all three online multiplayer modes - 16-player "Guerrilla Warfare," 24-player "Warzone," and 16-player "Operations" - in addition to the bot-based, offline mode cleverly titled "Botzone." Because it's Killzone ... with bots.

But look on the bright, less-killy side, Europe: When North America's open beta access cuts off on February 14, you'll still have one more full day of jetpack-enabled fun. While you wait, take a look at the latest multiplayer video after the break, showing off killstreaks in the game.

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JoystiqKillzone 3 open beta starts February 2nd or 3rd (depending on what zone of killing you're in) originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 21 Jan 2011 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Guerrilla-GamesKillzone-3playstationps3SCEEFri, 21 Jan 2011 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony Europe aware of PlayTV crashing issue, working on fix]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/12/sony-europe-aware-of-playtv-crashing-issue-working-on-fix/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/12/sony-europe-aware-of-playtv-crashing-issue-working-on-fix/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/12/sony-europe-aware-of-playtv-crashing-issue-working-on-fix/#comments A Sony Europe representative has informed Joystiq that the company is aware of a current issue with PlayTV, the HDTV DVR add-on for PS3 available in the region. Users have reported encountering a system-crashing bug after applying the most recent premium update to the device.

"We are aware that since the latest PlayTV update, certain issues have arisen," a company representative told Joystiq. "We are working to fix these and hope to have a solution very shortly." A Joystiq tipster suggests the issue can be fixed by reinstalling PlayTV, though doing so will erase all data, including the paid update.

[Thanks, Antony D.]

JoystiqSony Europe aware of PlayTV crashing issue, working on fix originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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