Another demo has led to the discovery of a PSP exploit, this time on firmware 6.35. We’ve received word that hacker Jeerum has uncovered a user-mode exploit that takes advantage of a vulnerability in a Japanese demo known as Minna no Sukkiri. Perhaps more importantly for end-users, the exploit brings with it the arrival of a firmware 6.35 compatible Homebrew […]
Square Enix is dipping into its backcatalog once again, announcing that 1999’s time-bending PSOne RPG Chrono Cross is set to receive a digital re-release on the Japanese PSN.
Wedbush analyst Michael Pachter recently lashed out at the PSP2, calling it ‘dead on arrival’ in the wake of low-priced software offerings for Apple’s bustling iPod Touch platform. He’s since clarified those statements to trade site IndustryGamers, saying that PSP2 could perform well if it’s priced right and boasts a competitive feature set. However, he pointed to Sony’s handling of the […]
Wedbush analyst Michael Pachter has climbed back up on his soap box again with some loaded commentary on the future and viability of the handheld market. In a Gametrailers ‘Pach Attack’ segment, he labels the PSP2 as ‘dead on arrival.’ Further, he feels Apple’s growing dominance with the iPod Touch will continue to gnaw at Nintendo’s marketshare, pointing to lower […]
Pry those eyes open: a video clip showcasing the long-rumored Sony Ericsson PlayStation Phone has leaked out, confirming a seemingly endless stream of rumors. As expected, the phone sports a PSPgo-esque form factor. It also leverages Google’s versatile mobile OS Android, falling in line with previous reports. Besides the gaming-tailored aesthetics, the real PlayStation magic comes in the form of […]
Chinese PSP hacker liquidzigong, otherwise known as hrimfaxi, pioneered the widely-used custom firmware plugin dubbed “Prometheus.” He’s now decided to part ways and leave the scene, citing the looming threat of legal pressure and concerns over his “personal safety.”
Sony aims to prove that it pays to be a PlayStation Plus member with an onslaught of freebies — $50 worth — over this month, essentially paying for the subscription itself. The first offering to receive the PS Plus treatment is Sackboy Prehistoric Moves, a LittleBigPlanet spin-off PSN title. It features “10 unique Move-enabled levels on a multiplayer adventure filled […]
Following a brief period of silence after his decision to cut long-standing ties with Capcom, Mega Man co-creator Keiji Inafune has stepped back into the limelight. He’s opened up a new blog, on which he plans to muse about his future as a game designer.
With Rock Band dev Harmonix now up for sale from parent company Viacom, many outed EA as a potential buyer. Turns out, that’s not the case — as company boss John Riccitiello has told Bloomberg that EA has no intention of making a bid. EA is steering clear of larger acquisition attempts, with Riccitiello noting that the bulk of EA’s […]
PSP firmware 6.36 is soon to make the rounds, yet not through the usual channels. Reports on Japanese message boards indicate that it’s included on UMD copies of Capcom’s Monster Hunter Portable 3rd. The yet to be released title ships out to retailers in the region this week — December 1. Given the incremental version bump, this firmware is likely […]
According to a report from French site Nowhereelse.fr, mobile handset maker Sony Ericsson is gearing up to make a PlayStation-centric announcement on December 9. An invite allegedly sent out to local media in the region depicts an array of all-too familiar DualShock controller buttons conspicuously joined by a phone icon. Not exactly subtle. Sony Ericsson France CEO Pierre Perron will be […]
On the prowl for more gaming deals this Black Friday? Our friends at GoGamer have you covered with a 48-hour Madness special set to go live tomorrow. Among the list of notables are Dead Rising 2 ($19.90, PC), Just Cause 2 ($9.90, PC ), New Super Mario Bros. ($34.90, Wii) and Batman Arkham Asylum ($9.90, PC). Hit the jump for a […]
Update: Homebrewers, heed warning that this update patches the “Hot Shots Golf” exploit found in 6.31. Sony announced today that PSP firmware 6.35 is now available. It’s a minor update that preps the portable for Qriocity, a cloud-based music service that gives users instant on-demand access to “millions of songs” through an iTunes-esque interface. A XMB icon will appear under the […]
Square Enix’s announced that it has locked down a February 15 release date for strategy RPG Tactics Ogre: Let Us Cling Together. The title is a revival of the original, critically-lauded SNES entry, decked in a fresh coat of paint with enhanced visuals, sound and animation. Development duties are being handled by Quest, with many of the original staff reprising […]
Ready at Dawn co-founder Ru Weerasuriya has lashed out at the PSP, telling CVG that it “was doomed from the very get-go.” Although careful not to elaborate on any specifics, he called Sony’s supposed mishandling of the platform natural as “it’s the first one.”
The chaps over at VG247 have obtained snapshots of what is purportedly an early PSP2 devkit. The photo, as shown above, is horrendously grainy. Still, it gives a first glimpse at the PSPgo-like form factor and confirms earlier rumors that the handheld boasts dual analog sticks, something PSP owners have been yearning for half a decade now. Also depicted is […]
On the whole, industry sales took a 4 percent dive in October, sales tracking firm NPD revealed today. While the decline stems from a drop-off in hardware purchases, Xbox 360 sales were up over last October, with Major Nelson tweeting that unit sales hit 325,000. “The best-selling hardware system for the month was the Nintendo DS, while the Xbox 360 […]
Independent developer Mediatonic has given us a status update on its aerial side-scrolling shooter Who’s That Flying?! – a Minis effort – will descend on PSN November 16 in North America. A European release is scheduled to follow on November 17. Last month, Mediatonic issued an abrupt, yet necessary delay over a technical issue with PS3 cross-compatibility that cropped up in […]
Treyarch’s Call of Duty: Black Ops is the seventh outing into Activision’s seminal first-person shooter franchise. With its debut following in the wake of Modern Warfare 2, arguably the most successful video game launch to date going by metrics, it becomes clear that Black Ops has vast shoes to fill. Fresh out of the box, it’s evident the game has a […]
For what it offers, many agree that the UMD-less PSPgo is one pricey gadget, even after Sony’s recent $199 price drop. If you’ve been sitting on the fence over picking one of these up before the inevitable PSP2 hits, Best Buy has you covered. The retail chain has kicked off its first bout of holiday deals early, offering the PSPgo […]