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The Drop: Week of Aug 23rd, 2010 New Releases

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Help! I am currently writing this post hiding underneath my desk. Sid and Jeff are armed with makeshift cardboard guns and chainsaws running amok on the 4th floor, and they’re using Kevin Butler’s several interns as canon fodder. Can you tell we’re aching for some Shank? The kitchen on the 3rd floor reeks of spaghetti and lasagna, and Mafia II is etched in the men’s bathroom.

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If you’re a fan Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm or PixelJunk Racers, you will be pleasantly surprised with this week’s updates and demos on the PlayStation Network. Hit the jump and brace yourself for gaming greatness, in this week’s The Drop.

Mafia II

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Mafia IIYou play as a poor Italian American immigrant, Vito, trying to escape the life of poverty and secure his place in the American Dream of the late 1940s. Vito, along with his childhood friend Joe, both descend into the world of organized crime guaranteeing them both power and wealth. As an added bonus, The Betrayal of Jimmy DLC comes exclusively to PlayStation 3.

Shank

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Shank Looking to get your hands bloody and spending your days hell-bent on revenge? Featuring both single player and co-op campaigns, Shank delivers on its promise of unleashing a strong mature rating on the PSN. Klei co-founder, Jamie Cheng, is no stranger to the PlayStation.Blog, when he brought his insight on building Shank’s co-op campaign and showcasing it’s combo system. Cheng returns this Monday with more news and details that will alleviate your itch for more Shank until Tuesday’s drop.

MotorStorm 3D Shift “Enjoy an immersive 3D racing experience with 10 of our favorite MotorStorm Pacific Rift tracks like Kanaloa Bay or Caldera Ridge, using a selection of festival-favorite off-road vehicles including Bikes, Buggies, Racing Trucks, and Monster Trucks.” Read more by Producer, Daimion Pinnock.

PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap On August 10th, PlayStation Plus members got their chance to indulge in 32 race modes and seven player multiplayer. Not a Plus member you say? The wait is finally over; PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap races to all PSN users this Tuesday.

Press Your Luck“Play as one of three contestants competing to win by correctly answering trivia questions to earn spins on the Big Board. The player who ends the game with the highest earnings emerges victorious — all the while trying to avoid the dreaded Whammy or risk losing all his winnings.” Read More from VP of Marketing, Eva Jando.

Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2

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Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2Japan received their Naruto fix when the demo dropped back on July 29th, but US fans of the original Ultimate Ninja Storm were left out in the cold. Grab your Naruto snuggies American fans, and rejoice — the US demo drops this week. Have a glimpse of Ultimate Ninja Storm 2, as its story becomes a trifecta told by Naruto, Sasuke and Jiraya in the sequel.

Alien Breed: Impact The Alien Breed franchise comes to PlayStation Network in the science fiction arcade-shooter, Alien Breed: Impact. Rich environments, high-impact weapons and the collection of the usual suspects are enhanced with an online co-operative battle mode.

Zuma PSP

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Zuma This PlayStation 3 port goes portable as you take control of the stone frog idol of the ancient Zuma in this action puzzler. Aim true, and you’ll rack up huge combos and special bonuses that will help you on your adventure. Download this Tuesday on PSN.

Arcade Air Hockey & Bowling

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Arcade Air Hockey & Bowling Arcade Air Hockey & Bowling is a sports game featuring classic air hockey and bowling designed for all ages. Win trophies and unlock new equipment in the World Tour career mode, or challenge a friend to play.

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+ WWESuperstar on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:01 pm said:

WWESuperstar!


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+ ProjectInfiniti on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:03 pm said:

How much is Shank going to be?


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    + Rey Gutierrez on August 23rd, 2010 at 10:12 am said:

    Shank is priced at $14.99


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+ IrishHater on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:17 pm said:

I am so pumped for shank, but I am getting less pumped for these posts called “the drops”. I am happy for the info of the upcoming titles, but I what is up with the post. When you announced the drop I was expecting more from you. It seems that half of your post is filled with info we already know about such as the release date of shank or when none ps+ members get to play games. I may be alone in this thought, but I just thought I would throw it out their so you are aware.


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    + Rey Gutierrez on August 23rd, 2010 at 10:13 am said:

    I appreciate the feedback. =)


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+ SaveSocom on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:22 pm said:

Hey Rey can you place the images above the description instead of the title of the platform.

For ex. place the Zuma image under “PlayStation Portable” and right above the description.

Sorry to OCD but I had to suggest this.

Great work as always and can’t wait to get my hands on Zuma!


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    + Rey Gutierrez on August 23rd, 2010 at 10:13 am said:

    I am far more OCD, trust me.


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+ Sonicfan11589 on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:27 pm said:

hey rey, if ur able to answer this, that be great. i sent a support question about emulation issues for PSone classics such as Resident Evil 3′s FREEZING issue, they told me to submit an idea, and i already had, they dont seem to be understanding what i’m trying to say. can u help out or something, if not, i appreciate u read this if so.


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+ Sonicfan11589 on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:28 pm said:

also is the bowling similar to tekken 5 psp and tekken tag tournament’s bowling?


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+ Anti-Steven on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:30 pm said:

I’m really enjoying these post. A summary of the upcoming week was the only thing really missing from the blog. Did I hear right about you being the guy making the podcast?


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+ Sonicfan11589 on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:32 pm said:

I’m posting comments that i need someone from the inside to hear and it keeps saying “awaiting modertion” and it won’t go through in time for the replying, what do i do?


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+ Sonicfan11589 on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:36 pm said:

also im starting to notice games that were on xbox live arcade such as bejeweled 2 and now zuma coming to the psp, if ur allowed to, any other of those games being ported from PS3/xbla to PSP?


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+ EatDeath on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:46 pm said:

AWESOME Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 demo for the US PSN this week, this is going to be awesome. My most favorite game of all time gets a sequel and a demo for the sequel too!!! ZOMG I=EXCITE!!!
lol


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+ peskyscoooter on August 22nd, 2010 at 4:58 pm said:

cant wait for mafia2


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+ AAAChampions on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:07 pm said:

about alien breen impact… is it a demo for a playstation store downloadable game yet to come? or is it for a full retail title?


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    + Rey Gutierrez on August 23rd, 2010 at 9:53 am said:

    It’s just a demo that’s being released tomorrow on PSN. More details on the full game coming soon.


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+ jpbslayer on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:16 pm said:

ummm why is pixel junk racer 2nd lap listed here – says aug 10th


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    + Rey Gutierrez on August 23rd, 2010 at 9:55 am said:

    PlayStation Plus members got first dibs on 2nd Lap back on August 10th. Goes Live for all PSN users tomorrow.


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+ Destiny89 on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:20 pm said:

Getting Shank then


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+ Moonglare on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:25 pm said:

Naruto Demo!! YAY!! =))


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+ DNAgent on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:26 pm said:

Shank is the only good thing on this list. I’m holding out for Explodemon though as it’s supposed to release sometime this year.


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+ crookG on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:29 pm said:

it sucks that i start my college classes 2morrow *(
but hay i can hop on the 3 once i get home!!


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+ Justp94 on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:31 pm said:

Any word on when Blacklight: Tango Down will be coming from Ignition Entertainment and Zombie Studios? It was suppost to come out in July & it was Delayed…. do you know when we can expect that game?


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+ trapper12 on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:32 pm said:

Can’t wait to buy Shank Tuesday!


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    + Rey Gutierrez on August 23rd, 2010 at 9:56 am said:

    The team at Klei is happy to hear your enthusiasm, Jamie Cheng will be back on the blog later today revealing a new video!


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+ Agentkillmore on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:41 pm said:

COOL NARUTO!


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+ Sypher9 on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:42 pm said:

STILL no freaking news on Blacklight: Tango Down? Zombie Studios has already said the game is in Sony’s certification process and is no longer in their hands. How long does it take for you guys to certify a game for release? I am becoming increasingly frustrated with the lack of communication in regards to obscenely late titles, like the just-recently-confirmed Castle Crashers.

For the love of God, get Blacklight out the damn door.


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+ Rene_Led on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:47 pm said:

Hmm Naruto Ninja 2. Sounds cool!
I wonder if this NAruto game with have online fighting unlike its predecessor?


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+ BigBoss712 on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:51 pm said:

Will be getting Shank, can’t wait for Castle Crashers either.


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+ Rhino136 on August 22nd, 2010 at 5:54 pm said:

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh I want shank really bad, but castle crashers is coming next week. I have a decision to make.


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+ clupula668 on August 22nd, 2010 at 6:00 pm said:

I’m so glad there’s a post like this. Often, I have to admit, I wouldn’t know what was coming out until it was out. Now, I know what to look forward to and what not to. Very cool that you indicated what demos will be coming out, btw.


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+ Ew00kie on August 22nd, 2010 at 6:04 pm said:

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII announced to release in digital format!

Sources say it will release in 2012!

When no one has a PSP anymore and they all have a PSP 2!

Yeah I can’t wait to enjoy more digital downloads for my PSPGo that just about gets no support or advertisement, other then walmart price drops to $199.99!


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+ fuzzyclutter on August 22nd, 2010 at 6:04 pm said:

i certainly hope a browser upgrade is in the works , …. starting to notice that more and more sites are making it look as obsolete as the telegraph .


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+ Ew00kie on August 22nd, 2010 at 6:06 pm said:

PS

The above statement is not true as we all know certain companies refuse to go to digital downloads with their older games and provide their fans with their games!


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+ MadMeat001 on August 22nd, 2010 at 6:15 pm said:

ZUMA? BEJEWELLED 2? CAN’T WAIT FOR PEGGLE AND PLANT VS ZOMBIE ON THE PSP!


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+ shadysaiyanz on August 22nd, 2010 at 6:28 pm said:

SHANK AND NARUTO!!!!!!!!


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+ koma1tose on August 22nd, 2010 at 6:29 pm said:

@sypher9 blt sux maybe sony wants something better , they know us psn members dnt want a crap game for 15 its only worth 8


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+ xAllanKx on August 22nd, 2010 at 7:13 pm said:

good update but the next one it’s gonna be better with castle crashers :D!!

yeii


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+ Sypher9 on August 22nd, 2010 at 7:20 pm said:

@koma1tose

Everyone’s got opinions. Blacklight looked like a fun distraction to me, and while I am very frustrated with how Sony appears to be working on Valve Time, I am still looking forward to it.


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+ xxChazFrazz03xx on August 22nd, 2010 at 7:25 pm said:

@rene it will have online


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+ PhillyPhreak on August 22nd, 2010 at 7:34 pm said:

Shank definitely has my interest. I like the art style.

I was interested in buying Mafia 2, but I’ll rent it instead since the developers botched the PS3 version.


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+ Thrasher20 on August 22nd, 2010 at 7:49 pm said:

The drop


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+ ProjectInfiniti on August 22nd, 2010 at 7:56 pm said:

HOW. MUCH. IS. SHANK. ?


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+ John_Oval on August 22nd, 2010 at 8:13 pm said:

Shank looks fun. As to the people who are asking how much shank is, im willing to bet it will be $14.99


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+ Unseen_Soul on August 22nd, 2010 at 8:40 pm said:

Am i the only one hyped for the Naruto demo? lol


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+ thillntn on August 22nd, 2010 at 9:36 pm said:

mafia II looks fun, had a blast with the first one.


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+ Botiacelli8 on August 22nd, 2010 at 9:38 pm said:

When will the Fallout 3 dlc get a price drop?? Its been almost a year since it came to PS3 and much longer since its intial release. $50 is an exhorbant amount of money to pay for dlc a year old.


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+ Boss_Tycoon_ on August 22nd, 2010 at 10:30 pm said:

I wish I had some money for Mafia II but I need a new DS3.-_-


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+ ForgiveMyAim on August 22nd, 2010 at 10:34 pm said:

YAY Storm 2 : ) , but im sad its no longer an exclusive : (


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+ sNsKid on August 22nd, 2010 at 10:47 pm said:

@ProjectInfiniti: Shank is $15.

@Rhino136: I face the same dilemma. Hopefully both games have a demo so I can purchase the one I like best.

@Botiacelli8: Some games retain their value over time because they are highly praised, but didn’t sell well or because retailers know they they can charge almost full price for said games.


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+ odd69 on August 22nd, 2010 at 10:54 pm said:

i cant afford shank this month, kinda disappointed. 15 bucks is still fairly cheap so hopefully i can get it next month


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+ ProjectInfiniti on August 22nd, 2010 at 11:44 pm said:

@40
Thank you! :)
It would be really nice for these posts to have prices on them so people can plan ahead on what to buy instead of taking guesses and putting excess money in their wallet.


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+ PuppetShoJustice on August 23rd, 2010 at 6:06 am said:

Glad to see the PixelJunk Racers upgrade. Looking forward to it.


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+ GT-420 on August 23rd, 2010 at 6:58 am said:

Still don’t get why you don’t include PLUS releases.


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+ realplayer82 on August 23rd, 2010 at 7:27 am said:

Wow big week for ps3 gamers this week. With the new mag beta mafia2 shank and some cool demos definitely enough to stay busy!


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+ Elsa on August 23rd, 2010 at 7:43 am said:

MAG beta and maybe Shank for the co-op!


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