PlayStation Store Update

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Hi Everyone –

For the first time on PlayStation Network, we have partnered with Sprint to bring you the PSN exclusive game, Rag Doll Kung Fu: Fists of Plastic, for FREE in the U.S. store. That’s right. The game is free to download this week. Check out the Sprint channel on PlayStation Store to access the game, free Sprint videos, wallpapers and an exclusive NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Monsters XMB Theme.

Rag Doll Kung Fu Sprint promo

Also, Bionic Commando Rearmed is on sale now for $4.99 (original price $9.99) for one week only, so act fast!

Downloadable Games

Texas Cheat’em ($9.99)
It’s not whether you win or lose…it’s about how far you can bend the rules without getting caught. In Texas Cheat’em, that’s pretty darn far. Play casino-themed mini-games to activate one of 15 cheating abilities – then make your own luck. Turn a bad hand into a sure thing. Send your opponent’s Royal Flush right down the drain. Steal chips, fold for free, or know the community cards in advance. Cheat strangers out of their fortunes over PlayStation Network…before they do it to you. Remember: glory is forever, but broke is only funny when it happens to someone else.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 90 MB

ZEN Pinball ($9.99)
ZEN Pinball combines the arcade thrills of traditional pinball with the cutting-edge visuals, exciting tables, and accurate physics you would expect from a PLAYSTATION 3 game. Loaded with unique features and customization options, ZEN Pinball offers the ultimate pinball experience for both casual players and pros.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 319 MB

PSone Classics PS3 / PSP

The King of Fighters ’99 ($5.99)
Another King of Fighters tournament is on the horizon and it’s up to you and your team of brawlers to come out on top. Select your crew from a healthy roster of old favorites along with new. Battle your friends in the all new Striker match, as well!
File size: 157 MB

Spyro: Year of the Dragon ($5.99)
Everyone’s favorite dragon is back, and this time he must save the Year of the Dragon Festival by rescuing the 150 eggs that have been stolen by the evil Sorceress and scattered across the Forgotten Worlds. New features include mini-games, new playable characters, and an Atlas to track your progress and accomplishments.
File size: 345 MB

Game Demos (free)

ZEN Pinball Demo
ZEN Pinball combines the arcade thrills of traditional pinball with the cutting-edge visuals, exciting tables, and accurate physics you would expect from a PLAYSTATION 3 game. Unlock the full game to play all great tables and have access to all the features!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 241 MB

Add-on Game Content

MotorStorm Pacific Rift Lunar-Tec Signature Livery Pack (free)
Make your vehicle stand out from the crowd with this exclusive MotorStorm Pacific Rift livery pack, available for a limited time only from PlayStation Store.
Reminder: to use this download, you must own MotorStorm Pacific Rift.
File size: 100 KB

PAIN: Daxter Character (free)
Have you ever heard that ottsels always land on their feet? Well, that’s not always the case, as you’ll see with this FREE download of Daxter for PAIN. As you probably know from his previous adventures, Daxter can dish it out as long as you can give it, so launch away, Ooch to your heart’s content, and he’ll keep coming back for more. You simply CANNOT keep a good ottsel down.
File size: 100 KB

PAIN: Sore Spots ($5.99)
This Sore Spots Add-on features two new environments for PAIN! The first area is the gymnasium at Morningwood High school, where you’ll play a new mode called Mad Science. The second place is a top secret alien research facility with a twist on Fun With Explosives. Idol Minds has even thrown in some cameos by some of your PAIN favorites, and the new multiplayer PAINalympics is solid gold!. Get all of this today when you buy Sore Spots!
File size: 100 KB

Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 2 – Pack 1 (free)
The Lost 1. A large force of giant Mobile Armor is attacking the surface! You are all that stands between them and your loved ones. If you can send them packing, even your most hated enemies will be forced to admit that your skill is superior!
File size: 100 KB

Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 2 – Pack 2 (free)
The Lost 2. A large force of giant Mobile Armor is attacking from space! You are all that stands between them and your loved ones. If you can send them packing, even your most hated enemies will be forced to admit that your skill is superior!
File size: 101 KB

Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 2 – Pack 3 (free)
True Dynasty Warriors Gundam! Space Edition! The legendary mission is back! But this time… in SPACE! There’s no special reward for this mission, but for those of you who wanted to fight this mission in SPACE, this is your dream come true!
File size: 100 KB

Guitar Hero World Tour
For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com.

  • “Everything’s Magic” by Angels & Airwaves ($1.99)
  • “So What” by P!nk ($1.99)
  • “Stop and Stare” by OneRepublic ($1.99)
  • Pop Rock Track Pack ($5.49) – Downloadable Track Pack for Guitar Hero World Tour featuring “Everything’s Magic” by Angels & Airwaves, “So What” by P!nk and “Stop and Stare” by OneRepublic. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading.

File size: 40 MB – 42 MB (singles), 124 MB (track pack)

Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

  • “Stricken”— Disturbed ($1.99)
  • “Stupify”— Disturbed ($1.99)
  • “Radio Radio”— Elvis Costello ($1.99)
  • “Black Friday”— Steely Dan ($1.99)
  • “My Old School”— Steely Dan ($1.99)
  • “Bad Luck”— Social Distortion ($1.99)
  • “Ring of Fire”— Social Distortion ($1.99)
  • “Story of My Life”— Social Distortion ($1.99)
  • Social Distortion Pack 01 ($5.49) Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: Social Distortion Pack 01. This pack includes: “Bad Luck,” “Ring of Fire,” and “Story of My Life” by Social Distortion.

File sizes: 27 MB – 48 MB (singles), 122 MB (track pack)

Game Videos (free)

MAG Premiere Gameplay Trailer (free)
File size: 59 MB (HD) 101 (1080)

PAIN: Sore Spots Trailer
File size: 75 MB (HD)

Battlefield 1943 Wake Island Trailer
File size: 54 MB (HD)

Burnout Paradise Cops and Robbers Trailer
File size: 52 MB (HD)

PS3 Themes

MotorStorm Pacific Rift Lunar-Tec Signature Livery Theme (free)
File sizes: 5.71 MB

Digital Ghosts ($1.49)
File sizes: 5.07 MB

Lions ($1.49)
File sizes: 6.17 MB

Radioactive ($1.49)
File sizes: 6.16 MB

Gangsters ($1.49)
File sizes: 4.16 MB

Wallpapers (free)

Terminator Salvation Wallpaper
File size: 346 KB (SD) 1.84 MB (1080)

NASCAR/Sprint Cup Series Monsters Theme (x10)
File size: 333 KB – 597 KB (SD) 1.13 MB – 1.62 MB (1080)

PlayStation Store for PSP

Downloadable Games

Pursuit Force: Extreme Justice ($22.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
In this sequel to the action-packed Pursuit Force, control all new playable characters as you track down and bring to justice five hardcore street gangs in and around Capital City. This time around, the high-speed action takes you across land, air and sea in the continued battle to rid the city of crime.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 839 MB

Game Videos (free)

MAG Premiere Gameplay Trailer
File size: 2.42 MB

Patapon 2 Army Trailer
File size: 12 MB

PSP Themes

Digital Ghosts ($1.49) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File sizes: 432 KB

Radioactive ($1.49) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File sizes: 438 KB

Gangsters PSP Theme 1 ($0.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File sizes: 535 KB

Gangsters PSP Theme 2 ($0.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File sizes: 554 KB

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  • Those are stupid comments about it being worth $10 to play a game early.

    I don’t mind paying EXTRA to get a game early, but I do mind paying for a game that will be given away just weeks after it’s release.

    It’s a lot different.

    I never complain about anything, I buy and buy from the PSN and always support. But this just doesn’t seem fair. I could have bought another game, I didn’t even end up liking it that much, but am always happy to support the smaller PSN titles.

    I wouldn’t be mad if the game being given away was something like “Calling All Cars” because that game has been out for a very long time, but it would still be unfair for the few people who might have just bought it.

    And it’s not like the game has any sort of single player or online, I really have only played it with friends like 3 times, so it’s not like I’ve been playing it non-stop since it’s release and the $10 are worth the amount of gaming I’ve received.

    Whatever.

    If there is any DLC for it, none of the early buyers are getting it.

  • Man, I had this long ass post as to why the whiners are stupid but it was too long or somethin and got deleted.

    But anyways, why is everyone demanding a refund from Sony? This is Sprint’s promotion, not Sony’s. If you guys have a problem with the promotion, go yell at Sprint.

  • What a AMAZING Update!! One of the best ever!!

    Thank You!

  • Yes! Free game! Thanks Sprint!

  • what is the Playstation Store Customer Service #?

  • No free game for canada?? :(

  • Great news on Rag Doll I’ll get it as soon as I get out of work.

    To those who bought the game already I feel your pain. Same thing happened to me with Burnout Paradise it got a discount just 5 days after I bought it. Wrote to sony. They said thet won’t refund and are not responsible for price discounts.

    Devs… now it would be a GREAT time for a multiplayer patch!

  • Love the PS1 games, keep it up

  • I am really starting to dislike these PSN store updates. Just about every free game is one that I already own. There should be a free game for people who have already purchased Rag Doll Kung Fu. It’s almost like I should wait 6 months before buying anything.

  • Ah… well at least you did say the “U.S.” store this time… though you might have bolded it for us Canadians. Consistently you don’t bother differentiating the “U.S. store” and “Canadian” store and I guess I should have noticed the one time you did this!

    … maybe continue the trend and mention the “U.S.” Playstation store TV/video content updates and all the other U.S. only goodies.

    Oh well… I guess Sprint doesn’t like Canadians any more than Playstation does. :(

  • [This post ONLY refers to this week’s PS Store for PSP Update.]

    It looks like the PSP got a good update this week. I’m also surprised to see more PSone games available as well. Thanks for the update.

  • Sweet. I wanted Ragdoll but was holding off for no real reason. Free is the perfect price. DOwnloading now.

    Oh and Spyro 3 is a must since it’s the one I was needing and again holding off on the disc version…

    Thanks Sony :-D

  • Will Canadians Get Free Rag Doll Kung Fu?

  • @Canadians.

    The game is free because it is SPONSORED BY SPRINT.

    SPRINT doesn’t do business in Canada.

    Therein lies your answer.

  • WOW good update wish i would have been warned about the free game though!!! I bought it last night for 9.99 $ LOL and today it’s free MAYBE those of us that bought it within 24 hours of this promotion will get a 9.99 credit or another game worth 9.99 here’s hopein

  • PSN really needs to figure out something quick b/c people are going to start waiting on game titles when they come out… they’ll be losing a lot of support & money

  • check your email if you pre ordered fight night 4 from gamestop. you will get a code. downloading now

  • @216

    No, they’re not. Maybe a couple of the immature whiners who don’t understand how business and promotions work will but it’s not going to significantly hurt Sony.

  • Grace Chen we love you!!! Awesome update again!! Thank you so much!! :)

  • SOOPERGOOMAN187

    CANNOT GET KUNG FU IN CANADA IT’S NOT FREE FOR US, WHAT GIVES GUYS. NOW HAPPY AT ALL NOW.

  • When is the full game of Marvel vs Capcom 2 going to be avail. to download? ? ? ? ? ?

  • @216 – You damn right, I’m not buying a sinle PSN game until we at least get some sort of explanation to why this is fair for early buyers.

  • Wow, great update! Thanks guys. Starting downloads now.

  • Im pretty upset at the fact that is free to everyone for a week… I bought this game on day one… This is BS!!!!

  • I bet that mike@ragdollkungfu would love to hear from all of the folks who paid for this game.

  • Two weeks in a row with the PSOne Classics!? Good job Sony. Don’t stop now. Please don’t stop now.

  • The funny thing is that if this was a game these whiners had not paid for before, then the promotion would be great.

    So in order for these types of promotions to be great, companies can only offer games that these whiners haven’t bought yet.

  • @218 – It’s not whining. Whiners are those who NEVER buy anything from the PSN and always complain about lack of demos or some other useless crap.

    I’m someone who supports the PSN and just feel cheated. This doesn’t go on in BUSINESS. It has nothing to do with understanding business.

    You’re not gonna go to Wal-Mart and buy a TV and then see it being given away for free the next day. Will you see it cheaper? Of course, but not for free.

    The thing that gets me is that it’s FOR FREE. Of course people who don’t own it are going to be extremely happy, who wouldn’t?

  • BEST UPDATE EVER!!! I’M WRONG?, THANK YOU VER VERY VERY MUCH FOR THE RAG DOLL!!!!!, IT’S UNBELIEVABLE! JUS FOR THAT I’M BUYING ZEN PINBALL

  • @gettinmoney – You’re probably the same dude that only has demos on his PS3.

  • wow that’s the coolest isht that has happen in a long time a free psn game go Sony(to all of you that are crying) such as life, that how everybody operates remember when Microsoft drop the 360 to $200.00 a friend of mine bought it 2 day before for $275.00 and cried for a week but that’s how the world operates, on a need to know basis

  • Once again Australia gets kicked in the PSone classics pants. Can there please be a more synchronised approach to releases on the PSN store?

    If I miss out on Marvel VS Capcom 2 for 6 months ala SF Turbo HD Remix I’m not going to be happy.

  • Is it not free to Canadians?

  • I guess with everyone complaining so much you can pretty much forgot about sony ever giving away another game for free, huh? you cant please everyone. Thanks for the free game sony you guys are awesome.

  • I have to say Rag Doll is a bit irritating considering I bought it the day it came out for full price. The same thing happens with Qore constantly. It’s a bit of a ‘f you’ to all of us who buy a game right away only to have it turn up free a few weeks later.

    As I see it, it seems that you guys would prefer i DONT buy games and simply wait around for my Qore to give it free or whatever other deal comes by.

    I could understand if it was a year old title or something but jeez.

    /rant

  • You guys don’t understand. It’s not REDUCED. I wouldn’t care about it being reduced price. It’s FREE. And the only reason it’s free is because they want to SELL DLC in the near future which is BS to us who bought it.

    It’s only $10 but it’s the principal of the thing. I’m not buying anymore PSN games, I’m gonna wait a few months until they are given away for free or reduced.

  • hey fabihurtz83, dude it’s only ten bucks man. i understand ur upset but im sure sony will make up to everyone eventually.

  • Chubbaluphigous

    Lesson learned. Don’t buy PSN games until they have reached a price cut or are given away in a promo. If at all.

    To give away such a recent game is insulting to those that bought it shortly after release. If you were to give a away an older game like Super Stardust HD, then it would be different. You had to know that this would anger everyone that already bought the game.

    Why would you go out of your way to anger those who supported you right off the bat?

  • What in the heck is Sony doing??? The first PSN title I brought this year was Rag Doll Kung Fu: Fists of Plastic and it just became free!!! Sony I want my $10 back!!! I have been a loyal customer in buying your products but this is bull. I’m not ever going to buy another PSN game If I continue to get ripped off like this. Even Microsoft wouldn’t have done this.

  • It’s free because it was only $10 to begin with. If the game was $20, I can guarantee you it wouldn’t be free.

    I have 21 PSN games and 37 Blu-Ray games. Nice try though, whiner.

    But like that other guy said, to make sure you never miss out on a price promotion, don’t ever buy anything until a few years after it’s released. Everyone else will be enjoying the new PSN games while you are sitting there, paranoid about a $10 price cut happening.

  • @gator – I know man, and trust me, it’s not the money. It just makes you feel like damn what if it happpens again? Or what if I buy something that’s worth $20-30 and something similar happens.

    I hate whining, or coming off as a whiner. And that is something I have never done on here. Like I said, I have always supported the PSN but this just kinda felt unfair.

    I work in sales and customer service so I take this kind of stuff a little more seriously because I feel like I myself give great service to all of my customers.

  • Wow Free Game? Thanks Sprint and Sony!

  • Can anyone confirm this is available for all North America, or just the US?

  • Thanks for Understanding FabiHurtz83

    Please tell me there is a refund for the people like myself who supported rag doll? i just bought this game about 3 days ago and gave up dinner for a night just to purchase this game. Come on PSN!

    PS… Rag Doll needs a multi-player add-on to play online

  • GOSH!!! I LOVE SONY!!!! That’s why I buy almost every week something for no less than 10 bucks in the store ^^!!!!

    KEEP THE AMAZING PSN WORK!!!!!! I’m more and more amazed by content and awsomnes

  • I have question for Grace Chen or anyone else who checks this from PlayStation Store. I currently work in retail for a major big box retailer and have business ideas that I would like to share. How do I get in touch with someone to discuss? Please contact me through my PSN id felipe227 and then I’ll more contact info.

  • fabi, i agree that they should’ve given away an older game instead, kinda like what they do for qore subscribers, calling all cars and high velocity bowling.

  • Canada gets kicked to the sidelines again.

  • @ nev & gator – Yeah well what can we do? I will just really think a little harder before I click on that button next time I’m on the fence about buying a PSN game.

    I personally was just having a bad day and got online to get distracted from work for a little and this just irritated me more than it probably should have, but still I think it was too soon and the price (there is none) was too low.

    Rag Doll Kung Fu is useless when you have Smash Bros, by the way. But if you don’t, then it’s a good little game.

  • @ gettinmoney

    How spoiled are you? I just don’t throw away money. Go head and call me parnoid but I’m not ever going to buy a PSN game again(yeah I said it). Besides while you are playing your PSN games I’ll be playing the retail games I get cheap from eBay. I have over 100 games and 28 of them are PS3 games so Nice Try Hater!!!

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