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No UMD Passport for US Vita owners

sylv3rblade — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:24:15 +0000

Unlike PSP/PS Vita gamers in Japan, Vita buyers in the US will not get the same treatment when it comes to migrating their current UMD library on to the Vita. You will have to re-buy your PSP games that are on physical media if you want to play them on your new console.

Japanese gamers can use the UMD Passport program to register their UMDs to their respective PlayStation Network (now Sony Entertainment Network) accounts and pay a small fee to be able to download the digital version of the game on their PSP or the Vita. Sony of America (via Kotaku) however, says that it has no plans to bring the program on to the US market.

Bummer :/ I guess it’s another win for PSP Go owners who stuck with digital copies of their games.

The PlayStation Vita will reach the U.S. and other markets on February 22.

source Kotaku

No UMD Passport for US Vita owners originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on February 8, 2012, 3:24 am.
This post is part of the category Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

PSN accounts become ‘Sony Entertainment Network accounts’ next week

sylv3rblade — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:34:19 +0000

For some reason, Sony will now be calling the accounts you use on PSN, AKA your PlayStation Network account will be renamed to a Sony Entertainment Network account or a “SEN account” starting next week when updates for the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita rolls out.

The reason behind the change? Sony had no comment on that but assured users that current PSN users will not be affected except for the name change, stressing:

“For general purposes, this account change is a change in name only. Your username or password will not change, nor are we asking you to change them.”

“This transition is based on Sony’s goal to enhance its unique digital entertainment offering. As a series of these activities Sony started last September, PlayStation Network will be aligned with Sony Entertainment Network. This helps us get closer to our goal of establishing a global comprehensive network platform of services across games, movies, music and more, all accessible from one convenient account.

As a current PSN user, I don’t really see the point for the change. Sure, the PlayStation Network is part of Sony’s Computer Entertainment’s portfolio but what gives? :/ At least when using the term PSN user, you know what the hell you are a user of, when using the new term, you’ll probably get O_O stares.

PSN accounts become ‘Sony Entertainment Network accounts’ next week originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on February 4, 2012, 11:34 pm.
This post is part of the category PlayStation 3, Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

Monster Hunter 3G hits 1 Million sales

sylv3rblade — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:03:12 +0000

Released just under a month ago, Monster Hunter 3G has just surpassed the 1 million sales milestone.

According to the numbers posted by Andriasang from Media Create, Monster Hunter 3G has sold a total of 1,083,853 units as of January 8 making it the very first third party game for the Nintendo 3DS to hit this milestone. The first and second title to reach this was Mario Kart 7 and Super Mario 3D Land, proving that Mario is still living big inside the hearts and minds of gamers .

Capcom’s success with Monster Hunter on the 3DS is a warm welcome considering the plethora of PSP fans who felt jilted after hearing that the next PSP game after Monster Hunter Portable 3rd won’t be on their system of choice. There is however, the question of an international release. Both Portable 3rd and 3G have not year been confirmed by Capcom to be headed to US shores. No doubt that the system who will get their english version first will likely be dubbed as Capcom’s current favorite and will drive well-earned sales towards that console.

source Andriasang

Which game do you think will get it’s english version first? Monster Hunter Portable 3rd for the PlayStation Portable or Monster Hunter 3G for the Nintendo 3DS?

Monster Hunter 3G hits 1 Million sales originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on January 11, 2012, 10:03 pm.
This post is part of the category Monster Hunter Series, Nintendo 3DS, Playstation Portable.

PSP Module Checker 3.0

sylv3rblade — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:45:49 +0000

If you need to identify your PSP’s model (specifically what motherboard type is your PSP-3000) then you’ll need to install PSP Ident or this, the PSP Module Checker. One of the advantages of PSP Module Checker compared to the older, more popular PSP Ident is that it can be run on any PSP, regardless of whether your have CFW installed or not.

Download:

PSP Module Checker for CFW: Mirror 1 | Mirror 2
PSP Module Checker for OFW: Mirror 1 | Mirror 2

How to Install and run PSP Module Checker:

Download the PSP Module Checker for your PSP (either CFW or OFW)
Extract the file and copy the resulting PSPmoduleChecker folder to x:/PSP/GAME/
Run the application from your XMB

v3.0 Change:

Fixed many BUGs.
Add Kernel Version detection.
Add CPU Frequency detection.
Add detection Tachyon address.
Add detection Baryon address.
Add detection Pommel address.

Credit: Team Kuci Mods – kucimods.playstation-android.sk.

PSP Module Checker 3.0 originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on January 9, 2012, 8:45 pm.
This post is part of the category Homebrew, Playstation Portable.

See why PSP games are better on the Vita

sylv3rblade — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 04:05:30 +0000

Dale of Destructiod has posted a video of him playing Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker on the Vita. Why bother playing Peace Walker on the new console? The second analog stick for one and a few more features which you can see in the video.

Unlike the PlayStation Portable, the Vita includes a second analog stick (and more importantly, it works and feels like real analog controls instead of the nubs on the PSP) and it makes a world of difference in several games. If you missed it on the video, Sony has given you the ability of mapping the right analog stick to a number of options. Imagine playing Monster Hunter Portable 3rd and using the right analog stick for the camera .

Aside from the additional controls, you also have Bilinear Filtering which cleans up the images making them look better on the Vita’s OLED screen, options for the camera for games that support it as well as the color space options for those who are tacky with what’s displayed on screen.

if you want to see how the second analog works for Monster Hunter Portable 3rd:

The Vita is set to launch internationally on February 22.

source Desctructoid

See why PSP games are better on the Vita originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on December 30, 2011, 4:05 am.
This post is part of the category Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

Sega Teases New Hatsune Miku Game

sylv3rblade — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 01:46:48 +0000

With Diva Extend doing well in the market and Project Mirai set to dominate 3DS sales, Sega is teasing a new Hatsune Miku game for 2012.

The teaser trailer can be seen above featuring the song Cat Food from doriko.

According to Andrisang, Hatsune Miku series PR person Nakanohito 1go has announced via twitter than the project’s internal code name is “Project MMT.” I’m hoping it’s a PS Vita title as Sega will surely want to target the new console (and then in all likelyhood release a Dreamy Theater title for it on the PS3 as well).

We’ll keep you posted as more information filters in. In the meantime, you can view some teaser shots embedded below:

via Andriasang, source Miku microsite

Sega Teases New Hatsune Miku Game originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on December 26, 2011, 1:46 am.
This post is part of the category Fanboyism, Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

Sony announces US PlayStation Vita Launch Lineup

sylv3rblade — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 22:01:32 +0000

If you’re already pondering on getting a Vita and are contemplating on importing a Japanese unit, Sony’s recent announcement may just give you pause as the company lays out it’s official software plan for 2012.

The PlayStation Vita will be launching in the US, Canada, Europe and Australia on February 22 alongside 25 games available on day 1, and more than 100 games currently in development. Sony says that PS Vita will have the biggest lineup across the history of PlayStation platform.

PS Vita Software Lineup:

SCEA Launch Day Titles
Escape Plan (PSN Only)
Hot Shots Golf: World Invitational
Hustle Kings (PSN Only)
Little Deviants
ModNation Racers: Road Trip
Super StarDust Delta (PSN only)
UNCHARTED: Golden Abyss
wipEout 2048

Third Party Publisher Launch Day Titles

Army Corps of Hell Square Enix, Inc.
Asphalt Injection Ubisoft, Inc.
BEN10 GALACTIC RACING D3 Publisher of America
Blazblue: Continuum Shift EXTEND Aksys Games Localization, Inc.
Dungeon Hunter Alliance Ubisoft, Inc.
Dynasty Warriors Next Tecmo Koei America Corporation
F1 2011 Codemasters
EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer Electronic Arts, Inc.
Lumines Electronic Symphony Ubisoft, Inc.
Michael Jackson The Experience Ubisoft, Inc.
Plants vs. Zombies (PSN Only) Sony Online Entertainment LLC
Rayman Origins Ubisoft, Inc.
Shinobido 2: Revenge of Zen Namco Bandai Games America Inc.
Tales of Space: Mutant Blobs (PSN Only) Drinkbox Studios
Touch My Katamari Namco Bandai Games America Inc.
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 Capcom Entertainment, Inc.
Virtua Tennis 4: World Tour Edition Sega of America

Pricing for all software will range from $9.99-$49.99 (MSRP) and will be available for purchase at retail locations as well as downloadable on the PlayStation Network. The announced line-up expands on the previously confirmed PS Vita EU launch lineup. Various accessories for the PS Vita will also be available at launch and will be priced as follows.

If the line-up doesn’t suit you, you can also purchase already existing games on the PS Store or avail of discounted copies of your UMD games via the UMD Passport Program.

source US PlayStation Blog

Sony announces US PlayStation Vita Launch Lineup originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on December 22, 2011, 10:01 pm.
This post is part of the category Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

A peek inside the PlayStation Vita

sylv3rblade — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 22:58:38 +0000

With the PlayStation Vita officially launched in Japan, we finally get to see the new console’s innards thanks to Pocket News.

The teardown gives us an insight on the Vita’s specifications and pretty much confirms that the console is manufactured by Samsung.

source Andriasang, Pocket News

A peek inside the PlayStation Vita originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on December 20, 2011, 10:58 pm.
This post is part of the category Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

Sega celebrates one million Hatsune Miku Project Diva shipments

sylv3rblade — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:38:54 +0000

An update from the official Hatsune Miku series blog has announced that it’s Hatsune Miku Project Diva rhythm game series has official reached the million shipment mark. Shipped, not sold mind you.

The milestone includes all three current Project Diva games that are available exclusively on the PSP: Project Diva, Project Diva 2nd and Project Diva Extend. No word of this number accounts for the sales of the PS3 DLC, the Dreamy Theater series but it’s likely that they aren’t included.

That number, admittedly small compared to the best sellers of the season (Battlefield 3, Modern Warfare 3, Skyrim), is a boon for Vocaloid fans. The series’ success on the PSP as well as their pricey yet irresistible PS3 counterparts (Dreamy Theater, Dreamy Theater 2) ensures more Project Diva games to come.

source Andriasang

Sega celebrates one million Hatsune Miku Project Diva shipments originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on December 15, 2011, 11:38 am.
This post is part of the category Fanboyism, Playstation Portable.

Final Fantasy Type-0 confirmed for International release, Vita-compatible

sylv3rblade — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:40:31 +0000

In an interview with director Hajima Tabata that was included in Square Enix’s Ultimania guide for Final Fantasy Type-0, Tabata has officially confirmed that the Type-0 team is now working on the international version of their game.

Cue the confetti and celebratory bro-fists.

Tabata’s interview is the first confirmation of the North American, European and Australian release of Type-0. Square-Enix has not yet commented on the issue nor is there a finite timeline for the game’s international release so we’ll just have to look back on the past SE titles that have made it outside Japan:

Dissidia 012[duodecim]: Final Fantasy – both versions released in the same month
Final Fantasy XIII-2 – the international release was one month behind the Japanese release
The 3rd Birthday – the international release was three months behind the Japanese release

For fans waiting on the international release and haven’t jumped on the Japanese copy of the game (no region-lock FTW), here’s a gameplay video of what to expect:

At a recent consumer event, Tabata said that gamers who will purchase Type-0 digitally (or those who’ll get the UMD and use the UMD Passport System to obtain a discounted digital copy) for the Vita will be pleased to know that the game allow for additional camera control with the Vita’s right analogue stick. He also confirmed that the game’s online gameplay would be fully functional on Vita, and that it looks ‘very pretty’ on the new system. The question now I guess is that will the game get a graphically updated version made specifically for the Vita?

Source: Andriasang, CVG

Final Fantasy Type-0 confirmed for International release, Vita-compatible originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on December 13, 2011, 12:40 am.
This post is part of the category Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

PS Vita will support multiple PSN accounts

sylv3rblade — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 14:18:44 +0000

When news leaked out that the PS Vita will be tied to just one PSN account, there was a huge uproar amongst gamers as it was effectively a region lock that will prevent you from enjoying content from different PS Store regions.

The PlayStation Portable had this limitation (sort of) but there didn’t seem to be a loud argument against it. While it is possible to use multiple PSN accounts on the PSP, you would have to activate the account that the PS content that you want to access (games usually) is tied to, something you’ll have to do when for each content with a different PSN region origin.

From Sony’s announcement at a press event in Manhattan, Sony associate brand marketing manager Crystal MacKenzie says that the PS Vita will support multiple PSN accounts –just not the same way the PS3 handles it. The caveat is that each account is tied to the Vita’s memory card.

“Your PSN ID is bonded to your memory card and your memory card is bonded to your Vita,” MacKenzie said. “So if you wanted to change different PSN users but use the same memory card, you would need to go factory reset.”

Customers will be able to swap cards to use different PSN IDs on the same system, MacKenzie said. If you have more than one memory card, you can register a different PlayStation Network account on each.

“You can also use them both on the same PSN account as well,” she said.

On the upside, it makes things a whole lot easier for PS Vita owners to manage their content as you basically need one card for each PS Store you want to access.

The downside? It’s a pricey alternative, considering the Sony’s pricing for it’s propriety Vita memory cards.

source Wired

PS Vita will support multiple PSN accounts originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on December 11, 2011, 2:18 pm.
This post is part of the category PlayStation 3, Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

PlayStation 3 4.00 Firmware update now available

sylv3rblade — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:08:33 +0000

A new mandatory update for the PS3 has just popped up.

Below is the official changelog from The Official PlayStation Blog:

PlayStation Plus members can now choose to enable or disable each automatic update feature

Game patches

System software

Recommended games and videos

Sync trophy information

New PlayStation Network settings for filtering friend requests and messages

No new features from the get go, but firmware 4.0 does bring one important change into the PlayStation 3. Support for managing content for the PlayStation Vita. With the new portable console’s Japanese launch just around the corner, Sony’s new firmware update will allow users to copy their digital content such as games, music, photos, and videos between PS Vita and PS3, back up PS Vita game games including save data to your PS3 hard drive, and update the system software for your PS Vita system using the network features of your PS3.

The PS3 will now effectively work as a hub for the PlayStation Portable and the PlayStation Vita. Too bad you can’t share content with all three consoles at the same time as per Sony’s new game sharing policy.

To update, simply go to the System Update menu on your XMB and initiate the process or manually download the update files from Sony’s servers.

source US PlayStation Blog

PlayStation 3 4.00 Firmware update now available originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on November 30, 2011, 5:08 am.
This post is part of the category PlayStation 3, Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

PS Vita to support PlayStation 3 remote play feature

sylv3rblade — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:38:51 +0000

One of the most admittedly underrated features of the PlayStation Portable, remote play, is reportedly coming to the PS Vita.

Remote Play allows you to remotely control your PlayStation 3 like access music, videos, photos and even play games (as longs as your connection can keep up). The feature works by uploading actions performed on the PSP to the PlayStation 3 while streaming back a live stream of the output image on the PlayStation 3, downscaled to the PSP’s native resolution.

According to Eurogamer’s report, a future PlayStation 3 firmware update will allow the PS Vita mirror the PSP’s current remote play feature set, upscaled to the Vita’s native resolution of 960 x 544. The downside is that older titles might limited to the PSP’s 480 x 272 resolution as they we’re specifically coded with the older portable console in mind.

If you’re wondering how well remote play works on the Vita, below is a demo of Killzone 3 played on the Vita using remote play:

Remote Play is also available on Sony Vaio computers using a proprietary program that comes preinstalled with your purchase.

source EuroGamer

PS Vita to support PlayStation 3 remote play feature originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on November 28, 2011, 12:38 am.
This post is part of the category General Gaming, PlayStation 3, Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

Sony unveils PlayStation Vita EU launch line up

sylv3rblade — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 21:04:57 +0000

With the PlayStation Vita‘s February 22, 2012 launch closing, Sony has finally announced the titles that’ll launch with the new console.

As expected, the line-up leaves a lot to be desired, reminiscent of the lackluster Nintendo 3DS launch line-up. The countries for the EU launch are listed as follows: AE, AU, GB, IE, NZ. Below are the games set to release alongside the PlayStation Vita:

Uncharted: Golden Abyss
WipEout 2048
Reality Fighters
Little Deviants
ModNation Racers: Road Trip
Everybody’s Golf
Escape Plan
Gravity Rush
Hustle Kings
MotorStorm RC
Top Darts
Super StarDust Delta

Personally the only thing I’m interested in for the line up is Uncharted and WipEout, the rest is pretty much meh. No launch Vita for me.

If you’re disappointed, Sony’s Senior Vice President of Worldwide Studios Europe Michael Denny gave a laundry list of PlayStation Vita games that are currently in development. These titles will come out a bit later in the console’s lifetime so if you are waiting for one of these titles to make you buy a Vita, I would suggest to be patient and wait it out.

Army Corps of Hell, Square Enix
Asphalt: Injection, Ubisoft
Disgaea 3 Return, NIS America
Dungeon Hunter: Alliance, Ubisoft
Dynasty Warriors Next, Tecmo Koei
EA Sports FIFA Football, EA
F1 2011, Codemasters
Lego Harry Potter: Years 5-7, WB Games
Lumines Electronic Symphony, Ubisoft
Michael Jackson: The Experience HD, Ubisoft
Ninja Gaiden (working title), Tecmo Koei
OddWorld: Strangers Wrath, OddWorld Inhabitants
Puddle, Neko Entertainment
Pure Chess, RebelPlay
Putty Squad Vita, System 3
Rayman Origins, Ubisoft
Ridge Racer, Bandai Namco
Shinobido 2, Bandai Namco
Silent Hill: Book of Memories, Konami
Stardrone Extreme, BeatShapers
Super Monkey Ball Banana Splitz, SEGA
Supremacy MMA, 505 Games
Tales from Space: Mutant Blobs Attack, Drinkbox Studios
The Treasures of Montezuma Blitz, Alawar Entertainment
Touch My Katamari, Bandai Namco
Troopies, Bloober Team
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom, Capcom
Urban Trials, Tate Multimedia
Virtua Tennis 4: World Tour Edition, SEGA
Orc Attack, Casual Brothers
Ben 10 Galactic Racing, Bandai Entertainment
Dragon’s Racing, Ignition Entertainment
Robot Rescue Revolution, Teyon
Mortal Kombat, WB Games
Assassin’s Creed, Ubisoft
Bioshock, Take Two
Street Fighter X Tekken, Capcom
Call of Duty, Activision/Blizzard

IF you’re disappointed at the Vita’s launch line up, remember that the PlayStation Vita is backwards-compatible with existing PlayStation Portable games from the PS Store. All you need to do is buy a Vita memory card and redownload your game for the new console but make sure to take note of Sony’s new PSN activation limit. If you have a collection of UMDs and want to convert them to digital versions via the PS Store, you can register your UMDs and buy the digital copies at discounted prices via the UMD Passport Program.

source PlayStation UK Blog

Sony unveils PlayStation Vita EU launch line up originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on November 22, 2011, 9:04 pm.
This post is part of the category Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.

Deactivating a PlayStation System from PSN

sylv3rblade — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 01:57:40 +0000

The Sony PSN’s new game sharing policy is now in effect since November, 18, 2011. As of now, the activation limit of PSN content is as follows:

For Game Content - Two (2) PS3 and/or PSP systems
For Video Content - One (1) PS3 and up to Three (3) PSP systems

Once you exceed this amount, you will have to fully deactivate a system from your PSN account in order to download and use the content on the new one.

There are two steps to deactivate your PlayStation System (PS3 and PSP and likely the PS Vita), either from the console itself or via a PC and your PSN-registered email.

Deactivating your PlayStation via the console itself

Connect your PlayStation (PSP, PS3 or PS Vita) console to the internet and Sign in on your PSN account
Select account management
Select system activation
Select the type of content that you don’t want your PlayStation console to use
Select deactivate system
A message will pop-up indicating that certain PSN content will not be available for use on your console.
Click OK, you will receive confirmation that your PlayStation console is now deactivated

Deactivating your PlayStation via a PC

Head to the PSN Account Management Portal
Login with your PSN credentials
Click on the “Account” tab
Select “Media and Devices”
Four boxes will appear on the right: one for Video, Game, Music and Comics. Click anywhere in the Game box and then choose “Deactivate All”.
Click “Yes” to confirm deactivation, you will receive confirmation that your PlayStation console is now deactivated

Deactivating a PlayStation System from PSN originally appeared on Atma Xplorer© on November 21, 2011, 1:57 am.
This post is part of the category PlayStation 3, Playstation Portable, PlayStation Vita.