May 24, 2012May 25, 2012

PlayStation Blogcast 026: Sly Cooper, KickBeat, the Latest on The Last of Us

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Urge to kill…rising. That’s sign #236 that E3 2012 is almost here! While Jeff, Rey and I slash and burn our email inboxes, sit in endless planning meetings, and prepare for PlayStation.Blog’s ambitious all-access E3 game demo livestream (details soon!), we found a couple of minutes to talk about important stuff. You know, games.

Today’s episode shows a distinct PS Vita slant, starting with the latest details on the PS Vita version of Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time straight from Sanzaru Games President and CEO Glen Egan and Lead Designer Matt Kraemer. Then, Zen Studios Creative Director Neil Sorens stops by to discuss his goals for KickBeat, the kung-fu-flavored rhythm game coming to PS Vita later this year. Then Jeff serves up late-breaking impressions of The Last of Us and When Vikings Attack.

We top it off with first details on the PSN game lineup for next Tuesday, 5/29, plus a farm-fresh crop of new user questions and user tips. Listen in!

Stuff We Talked About

The Last of Us

When Vikings Attack

PS Vita and Carmelita Revealed for Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time

KickBeat debut trailer

Greg Miller

The Cast

Sid Shuman – PlayStation Sr. Social Media Specialist

Jeff Rubenstein – PlayStation Sr. Social Media Manager

Rey Gutierrez – PlayStation Sr. Social Media Specialist

[Editor’s note: PSN game release dates are subject to change without notice. Game
details are gathered from press releases from their individual publishers and/or ESRB rating
descriptions.]

Thanks to Cory Schmitz for our beautiful logo and Dormilón for our rad theme song and show music. Special thanks to Astro Gaming headsets for providing audio gear.

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42 Comments

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yourworldonfire
May 24, 2012 at 6:17 pm PDT

Is next week going to be sort of an E3 preview maybe???? pls!
- Jeff Rubenstein
  May 24, 2012 at 10:53 pm PDT
  
  Sure!
IzoGray
May 24, 2012 at 6:43 pm PDT

Only listening to this because you linked Greg Miller.
Maybe this will be the start a weekly thing though!
- Jeff Rubenstein
  May 24, 2012 at 10:53 pm PDT
  
  I’m of the opinion that Greg doesn’t get enough attention. Surely that’s the case.
camiwaits_us
May 24, 2012 at 6:56 pm PDT

Is the Harley Quinn DLC for Arkham City coming out this Tuesday to PSN?
AsiaQatar
May 24, 2012 at 7:03 pm PDT

I like the fact I can download this straight to my PS3’s Music Folder on the HDD, just by clicking on the mp3 link above.

I don’t know why you guys have never promoted that.
At least add a “You Can Download This Awesome Blogcast To Your Awesome PS3 By Clicking this here mp3 link!”.

Or something…

I mean (right click/save)? Who we all workin’ for here?
#srslywho
- Jeff Rubenstein
  May 24, 2012 at 10:54 pm PDT
  
  Maybe that’s our Tip of the Week next week?
AsiaQatar
May 24, 2012 at 7:13 pm PDT

#synergy
foxman420
May 24, 2012 at 7:45 pm PDT

the music u played at the end of todays blocast was from darkcloud.
- Sid Shuman
  May 25, 2012 at 12:37 pm PDT
  
  Was it now?
StealthReborn--
May 24, 2012 at 7:57 pm PDT

Nothing better than listening to the blogcast on my PSPgo in the baking sun while I cut the grass tomorrow afternoon. Although I should probably remember to use sunscreen because listening to you guys and (gals?) distract me with an always fun and informative blogcast. =)
- Jeff Rubenstein
  May 24, 2012 at 10:55 pm PDT
  
  Thanks! Use the sunscreen. I’m getting over a crappy burn from the beach in San Diego.
DarkOne_PR
May 24, 2012 at 7:59 pm PDT

RANDOM COMMENT!

Guys now that u have a good relation with greg listen to what he said about PS ALL STAR BR! The game MUST HAVE a Knock off the ring Mode like SMASH! thats what we wanted! dont do that crap about filling specials so u can actually score! ARRGGG! dont like that idea! still love the game and that sony listened to us but keep hearing us and greg miller too…. WE WANT SMASH OUT OF THE RING! thats what give the game tactics and good teamwork when fighting 2 vs 2! Love u all
chaoszero14
May 24, 2012 at 8:23 pm PDT

LOL! I’ll be there with my JEFF, R3Y, and SID sign! This sounds awesome though, thank you guys for doing this! I will be there for sure.
DZORMAGEN
May 24, 2012 at 9:04 pm PDT

I really hope I can meet the PS Blog crew again this year!
- Jeff Rubenstein
  May 24, 2012 at 10:55 pm PDT
  
  You can. You can.
DeadKillersRevng
May 24, 2012 at 9:09 pm PDT

LOL #$%^! Greg Miller!
tbm0987
May 24, 2012 at 9:41 pm PDT

umm so my buddy just downloaded NFSMW and i got old data on my ps2 card. witch is on my ps3 and when we went to load it we found out that the game installs another save data utility for ps2 game. ergo rendering my old data useless. so my questions is what is the point in being able to save my old ps2 card data if i cant use it for ur classic games? please answer. ty
etur0
May 24, 2012 at 9:48 pm PDT

@AsiaQatar I use media go I subscribe to the show and it automatically downloads since I have media go running at all times(wish it would auto start when I turn on my pc) then I either listen to it on my pc or on my psp go (don’t have a vita yet low on money right now) depending if I’m busy or not
etur0
May 24, 2012 at 9:54 pm PDT

here is an idea put up this shows email address in the post to make it easier for people to send in questions tips and the answer to this weeks song
- Jeff Rubenstein
  May 24, 2012 at 10:57 pm PDT
  
  We don’t for spam reasons – you throw an email address in a page and your inbox magically fills with crap!
Emerald_Swords
May 24, 2012 at 10:59 pm PDT

As always, a great blogcast.
- Sid Shuman
  May 25, 2012 at 12:38 pm PDT
  
  Glad you liked it! (^_^)
redbeanrice
May 24, 2012 at 11:12 pm PDT

Hey guys, great blogcast. I’ve only just started listening to some podcasts, and this is one of my favorites. Keep it up.

That said, Atelier is pronounced atl-yey :-).
- Sid Shuman
  May 25, 2012 at 12:38 pm PDT
  
  Thanks! Where were you when I needed you? ::sob::
etur0
May 25, 2012 at 12:28 am PDT

@Jeff Rubenstein yeah that is true but it would still be nice if it was easier then having to try to remember the email from listing to the show
Richard919
May 25, 2012 at 12:43 am PDT

i think it was Jeff who said The Walking Dead was on A&E buuuut its not, its on AMC. haha :P

great blogcast like usual ! cant wait for next week
- Sid Shuman
  May 25, 2012 at 12:02 pm PDT
  
  I told Jeff about that just now and he went “Oooooohh!” :)
cjmc18
May 25, 2012 at 3:22 am PDT

its so easy to download this from my vita. one touch and there. btw im also commenting from my vita lol
Elvick_
May 25, 2012 at 5:34 am PDT

NIS America fan here~ Looking forward to Atelier Meruru LE getting here. Barrel shirt ftw~

Still listening… but loving it so far. (as usual)
- Sid Shuman
  May 25, 2012 at 12:39 pm PDT
  
  Thanks for the kind words! (^_^)
Xer0Signal
May 25, 2012 at 7:02 am PDT

YES! That’s 2 more uses of “poo-poo” from Sid.

I’m loving it.
- Sid Shuman
  May 25, 2012 at 12:01 pm PDT
  
  Well, Scooby Doo can doo-doo! But Jimmy Carter is smarter
PainOfSarrow
May 25, 2012 at 8:25 am PDT

what exactly is Blogcast abouttt ??????????
- Sid Shuman
  May 25, 2012 at 12:00 pm PDT
  
  All kinds of stuff! Give it a listen and let us know what you think.
hotandserious
May 25, 2012 at 8:55 am PDT

Hi Guys

Great show!

I wanted to let you know that A Space Shooter For 2 Bucks is listed as Vita compatible on psn when signed on via ps3, but it won’t transfer over using the content manager or download via my Vita download list on the Vita Store.
- Sid Shuman
  May 25, 2012 at 12:39 pm PDT
  
  Good to know, we’ll pass this along.
The_Dukenator
May 25, 2012 at 9:10 am PDT

camiwaits_us on May 24th, 2012 at 6:56 pm said:

Is the Harley Quinn DLC for Arkham City coming out this Tuesday to PSN?

Yes it is.

From: http://community.batmanarkhamcity.com/forums/showthread.php/16317-Game-of-the-Year-and-Harley-Quinn-s-Revenge-FAQ

HARLEY QUINN’S REVENGE

How much will it cost?
800 points on Xbox Live and $9.99 on Playstation Network

Do I need to buy the Game of the Year edition to play it?
No

Do I need to own Arkham City to play it?
Yes

When can I buy it on its own?
From May 29th onwards (both Xbox Live and Playstation Network)

Is it coming to PC?
Yes, we will be announcing more details soon

Are there new achievements?
Oh yes!

Who do I play as?
You will switch between Robin and Batman within the DLC.

Do I need the Robin DLC to play Harley Quinn’s Revenge?
No

How long is the content?
Over 2 hours and all new environments

Are there any Easter eggs?Is this the last DLC?What are you doing next?
You will have to wait and see!
krae_man
May 25, 2012 at 10:11 am PDT

Will listen for Sly Cooper.

Side question, Why do you need to be connected to the internet to transfer photos to and from the Vita? I can understand the requirement for PSN content, but non copy protected content? that makes absolutely no sense. You can combat piracy in ways that doesn’t have stupid restrictions like this.
TwinDad
May 25, 2012 at 11:36 am PDT

Any thoughts on doing a live or something type of live BlogCast at this years PAX Prime?
TwinDad
May 25, 2012 at 11:45 am PDT

Question:

I’m only up to April so far (backlog) but I don’t recall there being a PS Mini as the Gem of the week, are the mini’s excluded or has it just not chosen yet?
- Sid Shuman
  May 25, 2012 at 12:00 pm PDT
  
  We’ve chosen a Mini or two, but you’re right that most of our selections have been “full” PSN games. I can think of several Minis that I’d recommend, though :-)
Airwalkinman17
May 25, 2012 at 2:00 pm PDT

Another great episode guys! Great great work. I was so stoked when Jeff announced the E3 opportunity for me to go. Can’t wait to hear more. I SO WANT TO GO. I only live a couple hours north of LA. I will be there :D
IceSamurai
May 26, 2012 at 12:10 am PDT

Off topic, whats the name of that old tv show with old kung fu movies with rappers?
Kchow23
May 26, 2012 at 12:10 am PDT

Great episode and I can’t wait for E3 and the live Blogcast! Would be great if you guys brought over some of the guys from Giantbomb once in a while.
Kchow23
May 26, 2012 at 12:51 am PDT

Also, you guys do give us some insight into the game industry, but there are always great sources out there that people may not know about!
adray69
May 26, 2012 at 11:03 am PDT

are there any plans to release anymore psone imports. It was my favorite section on the store and made it both easy and affordable to play great japanese games that never made it over here. Since I’m asking for more games I actually put my money were my mouth is and purchased most of the psone imports. I hope it isnt dead since the ps3 is region locked on ps1 games.
krae_man
May 26, 2012 at 2:09 pm PDT

Hi Blogcast,

Why do I have to be connected to the internet to transfer photos from my PC to Vita or Vice Versa? I can understand requiring it for PSN content, but it doesn’t make any sense for non copy protected content.
Valde_zerocool
May 26, 2012 at 5:33 pm PDT

I’ve been reading the blog for a long time now but i’ve never listened to the podcast until this week, its very informative and well done, I can’t wait for the weeks upcoming, including E3, thanks!
jacob_w_18
May 27, 2012 at 2:06 am PDT

@23 the mini i must run! has the same problem not transfering but being available on vita store. i really wish tetris angrybirds monopoly and pac man championship would transfer as well…oh well..cough psone cough….but still absolutely LOVING the vita. cant put it away….and ive tried for weeks now!!
megamanzx
May 28, 2012 at 10:48 am PDT

hey guys i just have one question is when are Ps1 game without remoto play will by available.