Double Fine of Psychonauts and Brutal Legend fame has lifted the wraps on its next effort, a THQ-published downloadable puzzle game entitled Stacking. As its name implies, the premise revolves around stacking. Stacking matryoshkas, or Russian nesting dolls. Players can vault inside them to acquire new abilities and skills. In a interesting twist, however, you can only absorb attributes from […]
This is a bit wild. 26 years later, we’re still seeing Tetris adaptations on home consoles. The age-old block-piling classic is hitting PSN later this December courtesy of EA and developer Blue Planet Software. EA touts it as the ‘definitive’ version of Tetris, boasting crystal-clear 1080p visuals, 5.1 surround sound, and cross-region leaderboards. Additionally, players can duke it out online or locally […]
Sam Fisher’s original espionage stints are receiving the HD remake treatment, according to Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot. The revelation was dropped during the company’s 2010-2011 earnings call this week, according to an IGN report. Beyond the fact that Ubi is prepping a trilogy release of the first three Splinter Cell titles akin to its recent Prince of Persia revival, little […]
In a stealth announcement, Ubisoft’s revealed that The Prince of Perisa Trilogy, previously announced as a Blu-ray offering in Europe, is destined for a North American PSN release. In fact, Prince of Persia The Sands of Time, the first installment, hits the service today. Not a mere port, it has been given a complete overhaul in the visual department, boasting […]
Chinese hackers have devised a workaround of sorts for those wanting to access PSN on a modified PS3 unit. While security routines prevent anyone with an earlier firmware than the current required from logging on PSN, this circumvents that through a custom payload.
Sony’s announced that all US-based PS3 owners will be able to sign up for Hulu Plus next week. Previously, the service was an invite-only affair, limited to PS Plus subscribers. For the uninitiated, Hulu Plus offers on-demand TV streaming, backed by a catalog comprised of over 27,800 movies and TV episodes from major broadcast studios. Accessible through the “Video” subsection on […]
As an added incentive to pick up Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood on PS3, Ubisoft today announced that it has struck an deal with Sony that encompasses ‘exclusive’ day-one DLC. Here’s the skinny: the DLC, entitled Copernicus Conspiracy, sees Eizo assisting Renaissance astronomer Copernicus. Promised are additional assassination plots, joined by protection and courier missions. To sweeten the deal, it’s also free. […]
Sony’s PlayStation Move peripheral is off to a brisk start, at least in Europe. Sony Computer Entertainment Europe boss Andrew House dropped word in a recent Bloomberg interview that sales of the wand-like device across SCEE territories are “somewhere in the region of 1.5 million units.” The momentum has far exceeded Sony’s forecast and as a result, the company intends […]
With a restored edition of Sega’s over-the-top cab racer Crazy Taxi due out on PSN and XBLA in November, the company saw fit to pin down firm release dates today. It’s slated to hit PSN on November 23, with a XBLA release following on November 24. It’ll set you back 800 MS Points ($9.99). Following its 1999 debut in arcades, […]
Citing unforeseen technical issues with PS3 cross-compatibility, developer Mediatonic has sent word that its aerial side-scrolling shooter Who’s That Flying?! has been delayed. Previously locked for October 12, a release has been moved into next month. Mediatonic is working alongside Sony to address the issue, which “affects a very small minority of older-style PlayStation 3 units, causing the game to […]
Developer Playbrains, in collaboration with Sony Online Entertainment, has announced that Sideway is destined to hit the PlayStation Network exclusively in 2011. The title is described as “a unique adventure platformer set in and around the oh-so-gritty streets of New York City.” Judging from the urban-style concept art, it also appears to share similarities with Sega’s Dreamcast hit Jet Set Radio, at […]
Bestowed by the power the Force, publisher LucasArts has confirmed that a playable demo of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed 2 is set to hit PSN and Xbox Live on October 12. Here’s a brief overview on what to expect: The level focuses on the very beginning of the game, which takes in a secret cloning facility on the planet […]
Ubisoft announced today that Michel Ancel’s unforgettable action-adventure effort Beyond Good & Evil is receiving a high-def makeover on PSN and XBLA. Released to critical acclaim circa 2003, the title borrows exploration elements from Zelda and features a charming art style. Due out next year, the HD remake will boast achievements and trophies, backed by “new secrets” and a remastered […]
Rockstar sends over a batch of direct-feed screenshots from its upcoming ‘zombified’ Undead Nightmare DLC for Red Dead Redemption. The screens highlight several ghastly sights, including one that prominently displays Mr. Marston saddled on a zombie steed surrounded by flesh-eating foes. Check out the rest of the screens after the break. Priced at $10 (800 MS Points), Undead Nightmare is slated to […]
Sega’s iconic blue hedgehog will make a long-awaited return to his side-scrolling platformer roots in Sonic 4: Episode 1 this October, the company announced today. The title was hit with an abrupt delay last May in order to allow for additional development time. The iPhone version will be the first out of the gate, with a October 7 release. Next […]
Ahead of tomorrow’s planned downtime on PSN, Sony has decided to roll out this week’s PlayStation Store offerings tonight. The update is an eventful one, bringing with it the arrival of the much-welcomed Japanese PSOne Imports store section. Making their US debut for the first time ever is the bizarre, testosterone-laden beat ’em up Cho Aniki alongside 1996’s Gaia Seed, […]
Capcom continues its Mega Man Universe media blitz ahead of TGS with more screenshots and details on the various customization aspects. The title includes a built-in editor that allows players to create and share their own stages with a wide variety of building blocks at their disposal. Additionally, the character customization tool is quite extensive. Capcom says players can assemble […]
Capcom’s Mega Man Universe has been shrouded in mystery, until now. In keeping with its “megaified” theme, the company offers up a trio of gameplay videos of the retro-infused side-scroller straight out of PAX. The art style appears reminiscent to that of PSP title Mega Man: Maverick Hunter X, blending 3D polygonal visuals with 2D backdrops. Some more subtle elements from the 8-bit originals have been […]
Judgment day has arrived for the PS Jailbreak, a USB dongle pre-loaded with exploit code that allows users to run unsigned code and copied Blu-ray disc games. The Federal Court of Australia today issued a permanent injunction against the device, ruling that it cannot be sold or imported into the country until further notice. This comes following yesterday’s emergence of a free open-source […]
Adding to the growing list of artsy PSN and XBLA efforts is Ubisoft’s Outland, a stylized action-platformer that draws inspiration from the critically-lauded shoot ’em up Ikaruga. Developed by Housemarque, the same team behind Super Stardust HD, the title is described by IGN as a cross between Prince of Persia and Ikaruga, combining the best bits of both — platforming […]