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	<title>PlayStation.Blog &#187; FIFA 13</title>
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		<title>Discounted EA Sports Bundles Start Today on PSN</title>
		<link>http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/12/04/discounted-ea-sports-bundles-start-today-on-psn/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 21:27:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chuck Nguyen</dc:creator>
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		<post_tag><![CDATA[FIFA 13]]></post_tag>
		<post_tag><![CDATA[madden nfl 13]]></post_tag>
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		<description><![CDATA[Starting today, I’m happy to report that <a href="http://www.easports.com/">EA Sports</a> is bundling four of its hit <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/">PS3</a> sports titles with tons of bonus downloadable content on <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/psn/">PSN</a>! If you’ve been meaning to pick up <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/madden-nfl-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Madden NFL 13</a>, <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/ncaa-football-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">NCAA Football 13</a>, <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/ea-sports-fifa-soccer-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">FIFA Soccer 13</a>, or <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/tiger-woods-pga-tour-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 13</a>, this is the perfect opportunity -- and yes, this deal is only on PSN. You’ll be able to download the full game and extra content bundle all month long.

To download any of these deals, turn on your PS3 and head to PlayStation Store after today's update goes live, then click on <strong>Games -> Hot on PS3 -> Weekly Deals</strong>. Click on the "Sales and Specials" section on the left and you'll see the four different EA Sports bundles as you scroll to your right. Click on any bundle and then click “Purchase” to download the complete game and bonus content.]]></description>
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<p>Starting today, I’m happy to report that <a href="http://www.easports.com/">EA Sports</a> is bundling four of its hit <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/">PS3</a> sports titles with tons of bonus downloadable content on <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/psn/">PSN</a>! If you’ve been meaning to pick up <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/madden-nfl-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Madden NFL 13</a>, <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/ncaa-football-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">NCAA Football 13</a>, <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/ea-sports-fifa-soccer-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">FIFA Soccer 13</a>, or <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/tiger-woods-pga-tour-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 13</a>, this is the perfect opportunity &#8212; and yes, this deal is only on PSN. You’ll be able to download the full game and extra content bundle all month long.</p>
<p>To download any of these deals, turn on your PS3 and head to PlayStation Store after today&#8217;s update goes live, then click on <strong>Games -> Hot on PS3 -> Weekly Deals</strong>. Click on the &#8220;Sales and Specials&#8221; section on the left and you&#8217;ll see the four different EA Sports bundles as you scroll to your right. Click on any bundle and then click “Purchase” to download the complete game and bonus content.</p>
<p>Read on for a quick look at this year’s EA Sports lineup and exactly what you’ll get in the PSN bundle promotion. If you have any questions or comments regarding these bundles, please leave them in the comments!</p>
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<p class="center">Madden NFL 13 Bonus Edition</p>
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<p class="center"><strong>$49.99 &#8212; <em>Madden NFL 13, Madden Ultimate Team content ($20 value)</em></strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/playstationblog/8245639086/" title="Madden NFL 13 by PlayStation.Blog, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8057/8245639086_1cd74c350a_z.jpg" width="640" height="360" alt="Madden NFL 13"></a></p>
<p>Madden NFL 13 revolutionizes the way sports video game career modes are played with Connected Careers, a new and fully connected universe defined by deep gameplay, unique storylines and social features. Powered by the all-new Infinity Engine, authentic player impacts and momentum transfer ensure that no two plays ever look or feel the same. Also included is Madden NFL 13 Ultimate Team, a free-to-play game mode that integrates Madden NFL Football, fantasy football, and player trading cards. You’ll earn, buy, auction, and trade players to build an ultimate team of NFL legends past and present, then compete in single-player challenges or battle online head-to-head.</p>
<p>Our PSN bundle gives you $20 of Draft Duels Packs for use in Madden NFL’s new competitive drafting experience. In Draft Duels, you’ll go head-to-head picking players against an opponent, then battle on the gridiron to win exclusive rewards.</p>
<h4>
<p class="center">NCAA Football 13 Bonus Edition</p>
</h4>
<p class="center"><strong>$49.99 &#8212; <em>NCAA Football 13, Heisman Bundle ($20 value)</em></strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/playstationblog/8244571789/" title="NCAA 13 by PlayStation.Blog, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8057/8244571789_1e9214b817_z.jpg" width="640" height="360" alt="NCAA 13"></a></p>
<p>Lead your team to glory with NCAA Football 13, the latest edition of EA Sports’ popular college football franchise. With one of 10 former Heisman winners on your roster, you’ll attempt to utilize his legendary skill set to capture the Heisman Trophy—this time for your school. The all-new passing game sees players tracking and fighting for the ball, while ESPN Studio Updates bring the game to life in a more dynamic, immersive way. </p>
<p>With our PSN Heisman Bundle, you’ll receive six Heisman Trophy Winning Legends, plus all the tools you need to win in the new Heisman Challenge: Tim Brown, Archie Griffin, Jim Plunkett, Tim Tebow, Mark Ingram and Matt Leinart.</p>
<h4>
<p class="center">FIFA Soccer 13 Bonus Edition</p>
</h4>
<p class="center"><strong>$49.99 &#8212; <em>FIFA Soccer 13, 2200 FIFA Points for FIFA Ultimate Team ($20 value)</em></strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/playstationblog/8244571735/" title="FIFA Soccer 13 by PlayStation.Blog, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8488/8244571735_6206fc128f_z.jpg" width="640" height="360" alt="FIFA Soccer 13"></a></p>
<p>FIFA Soccer 13 delivers the largest and deepest feature set in the history of the franchise, delivering more player freedom and heightened emotional intensity. Other standout additions include refined fundamentals, improved attacking intelligence, tactical free kicks, and more expressive player impacts, plus more than 500 officially licensed clubs and more than 15,000 players.</p>
<p>With FIFA Ultimate Team you’re a few simple steps away from building, managing and playing with your top squad. You can play for free or purchase FUT packs using Coins or EA Sports FIFA Points. You&#8217;ll choose from more than 8,000 players, then pick your style of play, preferred formation, kits, and much more. 2200 FIFA points will help you unveil some of the best FUT items and give you an opportunity to get the world’s star players on your team. </p>
<h4>
<p class="center">Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 13 Bonus Edition</p>
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<p class="center"><strong>$59.99 &#8212; <em>Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 13, Five Course Pack ($25 value)</em></strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/playstationblog/8245639162/" title="Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13 by PlayStation.Blog, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8347/8245639162_c60207c4a6_z.jpg" width="640" height="360" alt="Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13"></a></p>
<p>The world&#8217;s number-one selling golf game is back and ready for another season of PGA TOUR golf. Players will once again be able to experience the authentic golf swing created by the PlayStation Move, allowing golfers to emulate their swing style. You&#8217;ll experience revamped swing control, tackle Tiger Woods’ legacy and compete against the world&#8217;s best players at The Masters.</p>
<p>The 5 Course Pack includes the following gorgeous, bonus downloadable courses: Spyglass Hill Golf Course, TPC San Antonio, Liberty National, Banff Springs and Greek Isles (a Fantasy course).</p>
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		<title>PlayStation Store Update</title>
		<link>http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/25/playstation-store-update-258/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2012 21:25:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Grace Chen</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[PS Vita]]></category>
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		<post_tag><![CDATA[dead or alive 5]]></post_tag>
		<post_tag><![CDATA[FIFA 13]]></post_tag>
		<post_tag><![CDATA[hell yeah: wrath of the dead rabbit]]></post_tag>
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		<description><![CDATA[This week’s store update is jam-packed full of new releases, pre-orders and more. The biggest full game releases this week are FIFA Soccer 13, which is available on PS3, PS Vita and PSP, Dead or Alive 5 and the digital version of LittleBigPlanet PS Vita. Starhawk and Mirror’s Edge round out the full game releases this week, and a couple of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/08/28/playstation-collections-available-at-retail-today-god-of-war-infamous-ratchet-clank/">those classic collection bundles</a> (namely <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/ratchet-and-clank-collection-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Ratchet and Clank</a> and <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/infamous-collection-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">inFamous</a>) are hitting the store as well.
 
The PlayStation Store is offering a <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/25/psn-day-1-digital-get-these-8-ps3-games-digitally-on-release-day/">Day One Digital</a> promotion for some of the hottest upcoming titles. NBA 2K13, Resident Evil 6, Dishonored, Assassin’s Creed III, Need for Speed: Most Wanted, 007 Legends and DOOM BFG Edition will all be available on the PlayStation Store day and date of their release. Select titles will be discounted for <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/">PlayStation Plus members</a>, so be sure to <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/25/psn-day-1-digital-get-these-8-ps3-games-digitally-on-release-day/">check out all the details</a>.]]></description>
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<h3>Pre-Orders</h3>
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<h5>Dishonored ($59.99, $53.99 for Plus members)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/dishonored-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85861" title="Dishonored" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/Dishonored_Title_Thumb_All1.png" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Dishonored is an immersive first-person action game that casts you as a supernatural assassin driven by revenge. With Dishonored’s flexible combat system, creatively eliminate your targets as you combine the supernatural abilities, weapons and unusual gadgets at your disposal. Pre-order and receive an exclusive theme.<br />
<em>ESRB: M &#8211; Mature</em></div>
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<h5>DOOM 3 BFG Edition ($39.99, $35.99 for Plus members)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/06/22/id-software-talks-doom-3-bfg-edition-on-ps3/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85862" title="Doom 3 BFG" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/doom3bfg_Title_thumb_All1.png" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">DOOM 3 BFG Edition is the ultimate collection of games that defined the first person shooter including DOOM, DOOM II, DOOM 3, and DOOM 3: Resurrection of Evil, and the Lost Mission. Pre-order and receive an exclusive theme.<br />
<em>ESRB: M &#8211; Mature</em></div>
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<h5>NBA 2K13 ($59.99, $53.99 for Plus members)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/nba-2k13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85839" title="NBA 2K13" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/NBA2K13_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Play one quarter of gameplay from the 2012 NBA Finals as the Miami Heat take on the Oklahoma City Thunder. Choose to play online over the PlayStation Network or offline against the AI or a friend sitting next to you. Pre-order and receive an exclusive theme.<br />
<em>ESRB: E &#8211; Everyone</em></div>
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<h5>Need for Speed: Most Wanted ($59.99, $53.99 for Plus members)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/need-for-speed-most-wanted/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85863" title="Need for Speed Most Wanted" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/NFSMW_title_thumb_EN1.png" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">To be Most Wanted, you’ll need to outrun the cops, outdrive your friends, and outsmart your rivals. With a relentless police force gunning to take you down, you’ll need to make split second decisions. Use the open world to your advantage to find hiding spots, hit jumps and earn new vehicles to keep you one step ahead. Pre-order and receive an exclusive theme.<br />
<em>ESRB: E10+ &#8211; Everyone 10+</em></div>
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<h3>PS3 Full Games</h3>
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<h5>FIFA Soccer 13 ($59.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/ea-sports-fifa-soccer-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85830" title="FIFA Soccer 13" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/FIFASoccer13_UPDATED_7.10_Title_thumbnail2.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">FIFA Soccer 13 captures the unpredictability of the real-world sport, ensuring no two matches play the same. The game features breakthrough gameplay innovations that create a true battle for possession and deliver freedom and creativity in attack, as well as engaging online features and live services that connect fans to the heartbeat of the sport—and to each other.<br />
<em>ESRB: E &#8211; Everyone // File Size: 6.1 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Dead or Alive 5 ($59.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/dead-or-alive-v-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85829" title="Dead or Alive 5" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/DeadorAlive5_title_thumb_ALL.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Head-to-head battles with the hottest fighters in gaming and over-the-top interactive stages! This is fighting entertainment! This is Dead or Alive!<br />
<em>ESRB: M – Mature // File Size: 5.6 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Starhawk ($39.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/starhawk-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85843" title="Starhawk" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/Starhawk_PS3FullGame_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">From the creators of Warhawk comes a frenetic third person shooter adventure that allows you to command the combat by using the innovative Build &amp; Battle system. Call down a vast arsenal of vehicles, weapons and fortifications to turn the tide of the battle in a full Single Player campaign, competitive Multiplayer mode, and 1-4 player Co-Op mode.<br />
<em>ESRB: T – Teen // File Size: 13 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Mirror’s Edge ($14.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/mirror-s-edge-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85838" title="Mirror's Edge" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/Mirror-sEdge_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">In a city where information is heavily monitored, where crime is just a memory, where most people sacrifice freedom for a comfortable life, some choose to live differently. They communicate using messengers called Runners. You are a Runner called Faith. Murder has come to this perfect city and now you are being hunted.<br />
<em>ESRB: T – Teen // File Size: 4.86 GB</em></div>
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<h3>Bundles</h3>
<p><a title="PlayStation Store Update 9-25-2012 by PlayStation.Blog, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/playstationblog/8023835965/"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8171/8023835965_7030fd36f1_z.jpg" alt="PlayStation Store Update 9-25-2012" width="640" height="150" /></a></p>
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<h5>inFamous Collection ($39.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/infamous-collection-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85835" title="inFAMOUS Collection" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/InfamousCollection_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Take the role of an accidental hero who has been granted extraordinary abilities. From his unexpected origins to the explosive finale, evolve your powers to fulfill your destiny. Will you defeat the evil that awaits you, or will you bring about the destruction of the world? The choice is yours.<br />
<em>ESRB: T – Teen // File Size: 25 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Ratchet &amp; Clank Collection ($29.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/ratchet-and-clank-collection-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85841" title="Ratchet &amp; Clank Collection" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/RatchetClank_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Experience the classic adventures of the universe’s favorite Lombax, Ratchet and his robotic sidekick Clank in this PlayStation 2 trilogy now fully remastered in high definition! Wield the original tools of destruction as you travel from planet to planet unraveling their original story and explosive adventures in this PS3 system exclusive.<br />
<em>ESRB: E10+ &#8211; Everyone 10+ // File Size: 11.5 GB</em></div>
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<h3>PSN Games</h3>
<p><a title="PlayStation Store Update 9-25-2012 by PlayStation.Blog, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/playstationblog/8023835885/"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8038/8023835885_6ff763544f_z.jpg" alt="PlayStation Store Update 9-25-2012" width="640" height="150" /></a></p>
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<h5>Tokyo Jungle ($14.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/tokyo-jungle-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85847" title="TOKYO JUNGLE" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/TokyoJungle_Title_thumb_EN1.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Everything is the enemy, and only the strongest will survive! With over 50 playable animals to choose from, unleash your inner beast to hunt your way to the top of Tokyo&#8217;s post-apocalyptic food chain. Whether in Story or Survival Mode, you never know where your next meal will come from or the dangers you&#8217;ll face, so be prepared for anything and everything.<br />
<em>ESRB: T – Teen // File Size: 2.4 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Marvel vs. Capcom Origins ($14.99)</h5>
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<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">The heroes of Marvel are back on the fighting ground, ready to do battle with Capcom&#8217;s greatest legends, and with each other. In Marvel vs. Capcom: Origins, you get two classic 90s Marvel arcade games for the price of one! Both Marvel Super Heroes and Marvel vs. Capcom retain their original fast-paced, over-the-top fighting action, and now feature upgraded HD visuals, online play, replay-saving, spectator mode, and a dynamic challenge system.<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 233 MB</em></div>
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<h5>Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit ($14.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/hell-yeah-wrath-of-the-dead-rabbit-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85834" title="Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/HellYeah_Title_Thumb_ALL1.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Hell Yeah! is an insane action-adventure platformer. In Hell. You&#8217;re an angry rabbit with a thirst for vengeance, a super sawing jetpack driller and some seriously badass weapons. Explore, jump, shoot, loot, upgrade, drill and destroy Hell&#8217;s lost souls. ALL OF THEM. Spread chaos across 10 huge levels and show them who&#8217;s the daddy. Unleash the wrath of the dead rabbit. DO IT NOW!<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 2.65 GB</em></div>
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<h5>One Piece Pirate Warriors ($49.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85840" title="One Piece Pirate Warriors" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/OnePiecePirateWarriors_Title-exclusive_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Join Monkey D. Luffy on his quest to become the Pirate King in a fully rendered masterpiece exclusively on the PlayStation 3 system!<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 11 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Realms of Ancient War ($14.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/realms-of-ancient-war/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85842" title="Realms of Ancient War" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/RealmsOfAncientWar_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Take control of a powerful Warrior, a dark Sorcerer or a Rogue master of stealth, and plunge into a grand quest full of action! R.A.W. the explosive Hack&#8217;n'Slash leads you, alone or in 2-player co-op, through many levels as rich as varied, full of deadly beasts and action! Gain experience and develop the power of your chosen character by learning new spells!<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 833 MB</em></div>
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<h5>Starhawk Multiplayer ($19.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/starhawk-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85844" title="Starhawk" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/Starhawk_PS3PSNGame_Multiplayer_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">The complete Starhawk online experience! Engage in intense 32-player online battles with frenetic combat on foot, in vehicles, or in the air and discover a new type of shooter gameplay with the new Build &amp; Battle system – instantly change the battlefield by calling down a variety of equipment, vehicles and fortifications. Take on waves of enemies and defend your claim in 1-4 player Co-Op mode, via 2 player split-screen, or online with your friends.<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 6.53 GB</em></div>
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<h3>PS Vita</h3>
<p><a title="PlayStation Store Update 9-25-2012 by PlayStation.Blog, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/playstationblog/8023835923/"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8036/8023835923_2a083b6cfa_z.jpg" alt="PlayStation Store Update 9-25-2012" width="640" height="150" /></a></p>
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<h5>LittleBigPlanet PS Vita ($35.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/psvita/games-and-media/psv-littlebigplanet-playstation-vita.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85836" title="LittleBigPlanet PS Vita" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/LBPVITA_title_thumb.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Welcome to LittleBigPlanet PlayStation Vita! Join Sackboy in a completely new adventure, filled with mystery, peril and excitement! The PS Vita&#8217;s front and back touch controls let you PLAY freely. Fully customize Sackboy and his world with the specialized CREATE tools, and discover endless levels SHARED by fans online. One week only- includes exclusive BioShock &amp; Knights of Old Costume packs.<br />
<em>ESRB: E &#8211; Everyone // File Size: 1.1 GB</em></div>
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<h5>FIFA Soccer 13 ($39.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/ea-sports-fifa-soccer-13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85830" title="FIFA Soccer 13" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/FIFASoccer13_UPDATED_7.10_Title_thumbnail2.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer 13 on PS Vita delivers the first true HD console soccer experience in the palm of your hands. Enjoy the award-winning FIFA console gameplay, HD graphics, and the largest feature set ever created by EA SPORTS for a handheld device.<br />
<em>ESRB: E &#8211; Everyone // File Size: 2.8 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Table Ice Hockey ($1.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85846" title="Table Ice Hockey" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/TableIceHockey_PS3VitaTitle-exclusive_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Welcome to Table Ice Hockey, the fastest, hardest hitting AR Play experience on the PS Vita system! Lay down your AR Play cards and bring the world of Ice Hockey to life in front of your PS Vita system. Customize your teams, players and game modes including single player, 16-team tournaments, and ad-hoc multiplayer games. Are you ready to be named the Table Ice Hockey World Champion?<br />
<em>ESRB: E10+ &#8211; Everyone10+ // File Size: 54 MB</em></div>
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<h3>PSP</h3>
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<h5>FIFA Soccer 13 ($39.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85830" title="FIFA Soccer 13" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/FIFASoccer13_UPDATED_7.10_Title_thumbnail2.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Winner of “Best Sports Game of E3” from the prestigious E3 Game Critics, FIFA 13 captures all the drama and unpredictability of real-world football. The game creates a true battle for possession across the entire pitch and delivers freedom and creativity in attack through gameplay innovations which revolutionize artificial intelligence, dribbling, ball control and physical play.<br />
<em>ESRB: E &#8211; Everyone // File Size: 1.3 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Final Fantasy III ($19.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/21/final-fantasy-iii-coming-to-psn-tuesday/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85831" title="Final Fantasy III" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/FinalFantasyIII_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">First released in 1990, FINAL FANTASY III introduced series hallmarks such as the job system and summon spells, and became the first in the series to sell over a million copies. Reborn in full 3D in 2006, this classic installment of the FINAL FANTASY series has come to the PSP system with all new features!<br />
<em>ESRB: E &#8211; Everyone // File Size: 233 MB</em></div>
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<h3>PS1 Classics</h3>
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<h5>Turnabout ($5.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/turnabout-ps.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85848" title="Turnabout" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/Turnabout_PSOneClassic_Thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Take these puzzles out for a spin! Rotate the game board as you try to get the marble into the goal, and then create your own levels to challenge friends.<br />
<em>ESRB: E –Everyone // File Size: 30.1 MB</em></div>
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<h3>PS2 Classics</h3>
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<h5>GTA III ($9.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/grand-theft-auto-iii-ps2.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85833" title="Grand Theft Auto III" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/GTA3_PS2Classics_thumb_ALL.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Crime does pay. Grand Theft Auto 3 puts the dark, intriguing and ruthless world of crime at your fingertips, if you have enough guts to take it.<br />
<em>ESRB: M – Mature // File Size: 4.35 GB</em></div>
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<h3>PlayStation Store Highlights</h3>
<p>This week’s store update is jam-packed full of new releases, pre-orders and more. The biggest full game releases this week are FIFA Soccer 13, which is available on PS3, PS Vita and PSP, Dead or Alive 5 and the digital version of LittleBigPlanet PS Vita. Starhawk and Mirror’s Edge round out the full game releases this week, and a couple of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/08/28/playstation-collections-available-at-retail-today-god-of-war-infamous-ratchet-clank/">those classic collection bundles</a> (namely <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/ratchet-and-clank-collection-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Ratchet and Clank</a> and <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/infamous-collection-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">inFamous</a>) are hitting the store as well.</p>
<p>The PlayStation Store is offering a <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/25/psn-day-1-digital-get-these-8-ps3-games-digitally-on-release-day/">Day One Digital</a> promotion for some of the hottest upcoming titles. NBA 2K13, Resident Evil 6, Dishonored, Assassin’s Creed III, Need for Speed: Most Wanted, 007 Legends and DOOM BFG Edition will all be available on the PlayStation Store day and date of their release. Select titles will be discounted for <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/">PlayStation Plus members</a>, so be sure to <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/25/psn-day-1-digital-get-these-8-ps3-games-digitally-on-release-day/">check out all the details</a>.</p>
<p>It’s a good week for <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/">Plus members</a> – they’ll be treated with the single player campaign of Starhawk, along with discounts on quirky titles like Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit and Tokyo Jungle. Plus members also get access to some free downloadable content for both Starhawk and Tokyo Jungle, plus plenty of free avatars and themes.</p>
<p>As always, please leave your thoughts in the comments below. You can also chat about this update in the <a href="http://community.us.playstation.com/t5/PlayStation-Network/bd-p/22599">PlayStation Community Forums</a>.</p>
<h3>PlayStation Plus</h3>
<p class="center"><a title="PlayStation Store Update 9-25-2012" href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8030/8023835835_66b84d5fdb_z.jpg" alt="PlayStation Store Update 9-25-2012" width="640" height="450" /></a></p>
<p class="center"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/">Click here to learn more</a> and purchase online or go to the PlayStation Store to activate instantly.</p>
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<td style="width: 100px;"><strong>Free PS3 Game</strong></td>
<td>Starhawk Single Player Campaign</td>
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<td><strong>Pre-Order Deals</strong></td>
<td>NBA 2K13 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $53.99<br />
Dishonored (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $53.99<br />
DOOM BFG Edition(10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $35.99<br />
Need for Speed: Most Wanted (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $53.99</td>
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<td><strong>Full Game Trial</strong></td>
<td>Mirror’s Edge</td>
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<td><strong>Free Themes</strong></td>
<td>Transformers: Fall of Cybertron Decepticon Dynamic Theme<br />
Hell Yeah! Dynamic Theme</td>
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<td><strong>Free Avatars</strong></td>
<td>Hell Yeah! Ash 1 Avatar<br />
Hell Yeah! Bomber Bee Avatar<br />
Hell Yeah! Mickey Coral 2 Avatar<br />
Hell Yeah! Pogorilla Avatar<br />
Jet Set Radio Avatar<br />
Jet Set Radio Beat Avatar<br />
Jet Set Radio DJ Professor K Avatar<br />
Jet Set Radio Graffiti Soul Avatar<br />
Jet Set Radio Pots Avatar<br />
Jet Set Radio Tab Avatar</td>
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<td><strong>Free Add-Ons</strong></td>
<td>Tokyo Jungle – Pomeranian Black Character<br />
Tokyo Jungle – Pomeranian White Character<br />
Tokyo Jungle – Silky Terrier Character<br />
Tokyo Jungle – Fat Cat Character<br />
Starhawk – Original Soundtrack<br />
Starhawk – Pod Launcher<br />
Starhawk – Grizzly Rig<br />
Starhawk – Pod Launcher<br />
Starhawk – Mire Prospector Map<br />
Starhawk – Maw of Despair Prospector Map<br />
Starhawk – Spectrum Series Vehicle Paint Jobs<br />
Starhawk – Mega Extreme Series Vehicle Paint Jobs<br />
Starhawk – Rally Series Vehicle Paint Jobs<br />
Starhawk – Classic Warfighter Series Vehicle Paint Jobs<br />
Starhawk – Sweet Tooth Outcast Skin<br />
Starhawk – Shade Warrior Skin<br />
Starhawk – Tyro Exussum Skin<br />
Starhawk – Gamma Sacrum Skin<br />
Starhawk – Rift Hunter Skin<br />
Starhawk – Huxley Ardin Skin<br />
Starhawk – Bishop Mullens Skin<br />
Starhawk – Victor Rodriguez Skin</td>
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<td><strong>Discounts</strong></td>
<td>Tokyo Jungle (20% Off) – PS Plus Price: $11.99<br />
Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit (20% Off) – PS Plus Price: $11.99<br />
Transformers: Fall of Cybertron (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $53.99<br />
Transformers: Fall of Cybertron – Multiplayer Havoc Pack (40% Off) – PS Plus Price: $5.99</td>
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<td><strong>Last Chance (Leaving on 10/2)</strong></td>
<td>Borderlands (100% Off) – PS Plus Price: $0.00<br />
Pre-Order NBA 2K13 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $53.99<br />
Lights, Camera, Party – Ape TV Crew Avatar (100% Off) – PS Plus Price: $0.00<br />
Transformers: Fall of Cybertron (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $53.99<br />
Transformers: Fall of Cybertron – Multiplayer Havoc Pack (40% Off) – PS Plus Price: $5.99<br />
Transformers: Fall of Cybertron- Decepticon Dynamic Theme (100% Off) – PS Plus Price: $0.00</td>
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<h3>PS3 Game Demos (Free)</h3>
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<h5>NBA 2K13</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/nba-2k13-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85839" title="NBA 2K13" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/NBA2K13_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Play one quarter of gameplay from the 2012 NBA Finals as the Miami Heat take on the Oklahoma City Thunder. Choose to play online over the PlayStation Network or offline against the AI or a friend sitting next to you.<br />
<em>ESRB: E &#8211; Everyone // File Size: 0.99 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Marvel vs. Capcom Origins</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85837" title="Marvel vs. Capcom Origins" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/MarvelVSCapcomOrigins_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">The heroes of Marvel are back on the fighting ground, ready to do battle with Capcom&#8217;s greatest legends, and with each other. In Marvel vs. Capcom: Origins, you get two classic 90s Marvel arcade games for the price of one! Both Marvel Super Heroes and Marvel vs. Capcom retain their original fast-paced, over-the-top fighting action, and now feature upgraded HD visuals, online play, replay-saving, spectator mode, and a dynamic challenge system.<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 233 MB</em></div>
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<h5>Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/hell-yeah-wrath-of-the-dead-rabbit-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85834" title="Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/HellYeah_Title_Thumb_ALL1.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Hell Yeah! is an insane action-adventure platformer. In Hell. You&#8217;re an angry rabbit with a thirst for vengeance, a super sawing jetpack driller and some seriously badass weapons. Explore, jump, shoot, loot, upgrade, drill and destroy Hell&#8217;s lost souls. ALL OF THEM. Spread chaos across 10 huge levels and show them who&#8217;s the daddy. Unleash the wrath of the dead rabbit. DO IT NOW!<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 2.65 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Starhawk Single Player Demo</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/starhawk-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85845" title="Starhawk" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/Starhawk_PS3PSNGame_Singleplayer_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Get a taste of pure Experience Build &amp; Battle action! Take control of hired gun Emmett Graves as he reclaims the Echo Postal Relay from a ruthless band of Outcast in the free Starhawk Single Player Campaign demo! Call down a variety of equipment, vehicles and fortifications, and engage in action-packed run and gun game play, as you fight to reactivate the relay and send off a distress signal.<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 1.6 GB</em></div>
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<h5>Realms of Ancient War</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/20/new-hack-n-slasher-realms-of-ancient-war-hits-psn-tuesday/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85842" title="Realms of Ancient War" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/RealmsOfAncientWar_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Take control of a powerful Warrior, a dark Sorcerer or a Rogue master of stealth, and plunge into a grand quest full of action! R.A.W. the explosive Hack&#8217;n'Slash leads you, alone or in 2-player co-op, through many levels as rich as varied, full of deadly beasts and action! Gain experience and develop the power of your chosen character by learning new spells!<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 833 MB</em></div>
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<h3>PS Vita Game Demos (Free)</h3>
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<h5>LittleBigPlanet</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/psvita/games-and-media/psv-littlebigplanet-playstation-vita.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85836" title="LittleBigPlanet PS Vita" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/LBPVITA_title_thumb.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></a></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Welcome to LittleBigPlanet PlayStation Vita! In this trial, you will get to sample a slice of this all new action packed adventure. With full access to the all-new touchy-feely Create mode and Community levels and games. What are you waiting for!<br />
<em>ESRB: E – Everyone // File Size: 1.1 GB</em></div>
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<h3>Price Change</h3>
<ul>
<li>Breakquest – PS Mini (now: $X1.49 original price: $3.99)</li>
<li>Normal Tanks – PS Mini (now: $1.49 original price: $3.99)</li>
<li>Spec Ops: The Line – PS3 Full Game (now: $39.99 original price: $59.99)</li>
<li>Starhawk – Digital Soundtrack (now: $0.99 original price: $9.99)</li>
</ul>
<h3>Sales</h3>
<ul>
<li>Crazy Taxi – PSN Game (now: $4.99 original price: $9.99)</li>
<li>Wakeboarding HD – PSN Game (now: $4.99 original price: $9.99)</li>
</ul>
<h5>Final Fantasy XIII-2 Add-On Content</h5>
<ul>
<li>LIGHTNING: REQUIEM OF THE GODDESS (now: $2.49 original price: $4.99)</li>
<li>MOG’S OUTFITS: A WONDROUS WARDROBE (now: $1.49 original price: $2.99)</li>
<li>NOEL’S OUTFIT: BLACK MAGE (now: $1.49 original price: $X2.99)</li>
<li>NOEL’S OUTFIT: EZIO AUDITORE (now: $1.49 original price: $2.99)</li>
<li>NOEL’S OUTFIT: N7 ARMOR (now: $1.49 original price: $2.99)</li>
<li>NOEL’S OUTFIT: SPACETIME GUARDIAN (now: $1.49 original price: $2.99)</li>
<li>OPPONENT: GILGAMESH (now: $1.99 original price: $3.99)</li>
<li>OPPONENT: LIGHTNING &amp; AMODAR (now: $1.49 original price: $2.99)</li>
<li>OPPONENT: NABAAT (now: $1.49 original price: $2.99)</li>
<li>OPPONENT: PUPU (now: $0.99 original price: $1.99)</li>
<li>OPPONENT: ULTROS &amp; TYPHON (now: $1.99 original price: $3.99)</li>
<li>SAZH: HEADS OR TAILS? (now: $2.49 original price: $4.99)</li>
<li>SERAH&#8217;S OUTFIT: BEACHWEAR (now: $1.49 original price: $2.99)</li>
<li>SERAH&#8217;S OUTFIT: N7 ARMOR (now: $1.49 original price: $2.99)</li>
<li>SERAH&#8217;S OUTFIT: WHITE MAGE (now: $1.49 original price: $2.99)</li>
<li>SNOW: PERPETUAL BATTLEFIELD (now: $1.99 original price: $3.99)</li>
</ul>
<h3>PS Vita Add-ons</h3>
<h5>Little Big Planet PS Vita</h5>
<ul>
<li>Online Pass ($9.99) – Thank you for purchasing LittleBigPlanet PlayStation Vita. Download the Online Pass to unlock this game&#8217;s full online features.</li>
<li>Launch Rare T-Shirt ($4.99)</li>
</ul>
<h5>Pinball Arcade</h5>
<ul>
<li>Table Pack 4 ($4.99) – Creature from the Black Lagoon was designed by the legendary John Trudeau. “Creature” combines the excitement of watching a famous Universal monster flick with the fun of a drive-in movie date. The player has to save their date from the Creature and is rewarded by seeing the world’s first ever pinball hologram! This classic table also features story and dialog from the movie. Cross-entitled for PS3.</li>
</ul>
<h3>PS3 Add-ons</h3>
<h5>The Amazing Spider-Man</h5>
<ul>
<li>Stan Lee Adventure Pack ($3.99) &#8211; Play as Stan Lee and web-sling through NYC in an amazing race across Manhattan!</li>
<li>Rhino Challenge ($2.99) &#8211; Rampage through NYC as Rhino!</li>
<li>Oscorp Search and Destroy Pack ($2.99) &#8211; Unlock the Oscorp Search &amp; Destroy Pack! Gain exclusive access to two new mini-games featured on Spider-Man’s in-game cell phone.</li>
<li>Lizard Rampage Pack ($3.99) &#8211; Purchase the Lizard Rampage Pack and unlock the playable Lizard character and Vigilante Spider-Man Suit!</li>
<li>DLC Bundle ($9.99) &#8211; Get all the downloadable content for The Amazing Spider-Man for one great price!</li>
</ul>
<h5>Armored Core V</h5>
<ul>
<li>Modelers Compatibility Pack ($0.00) &#8211; Download this free pack to allow online interaction with other players who have purchased the Modelers Pack.</li>
<li>Modelers Pack ($9.99) &#8211; The Modelers Pack features 473 different items. The pack consists of Repainted Parts, Emblems, Workshop Backgrounds and Pilot Models. The parts included will allow players to customize their AC set-up. Download today and let the battle begin!</li>
</ul>
<h5>Darksiders II</h5>
<ul>
<li>Argul’s Tomb ($6.99) &#8211; A whole new dungeon to explore, further extending the Darksiders II experience. Please note this item is NOT included in Season Pass which ONLY includes the Maker Armor Set, The Abyssal Forge, and The Demon Lord Belial. Visit darksiders.com for more details.</li>
<li>Death Rides Pack ($6.99) &#8211; Featuring multiple exclusive side-quests, this pack allows the most fearless adventurers to explore more of the Maker&#8217;s Realm and Dead Plains and earn additional experience and loot. Aid an ancient Construct, battle The Bloodless and retrieve Karn&#8217;s lost treasure in this unique game play content. Please note this item is NOT included in Season Pass which ONLY includes the Maker Armor Set, The Abyssal Forge, and The Demon Lord Belial.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Damage Inc. Pacific Squadron WWII</h5>
<ul>
<li>F4F-FM2 &#8216;Panther&#8217; Wildcat ($3.99) &#8211; The FM2 variant of the Wildcat sacrifices two guns in exchange for a significantly more powerful engine.</li>
<li>F6F-5N &#8216;Crusader&#8217; Hellcat ($3.99) &#8211; This night-fighter variant of the Hellcat features increased speed and agility.</li>
<li>P-40N &#8216;Blackfin&#8217; Warhawk ($3.99) &#8211; The P-40N variant features an even more powerful engine than its predecessor.</li>
<li>P-61 &#8220;Mauler&#8221; Black Widow ($3.99) &#8211; The P-61 Black Widow was a capable and deadly night-fighter.</li>
<li>P-80 “Bolt” Shooting Star ($3.99)</li>
</ul>
<h5>Gran Turismo 5</h5>
<ul>
<li>Nissan GT-R N24 GT Academy &#8217;12 ($0.99) &#8211; Expand your Gran Turismo 5 experience with the Nissan GT-R N24 GT Academy ’12, which raced in the 2012 Nürburgring 24 hour race to Gran Turismo 5. Relive the victory at the Nürburgring with this car which won the SP8T class.</li>
<li>Honda weider HSV-010 (SUPER GT) &#8217;11 ($0.99) &#8211; Expand your Gran Turismo 5 experience with the Honda Weider HSV-010 (SUPER GT) ’11, a racecar that competed in the GT500 class of Japan’s Super GT series. Add this high performance Honda Racing machine to your garage today.</li>
<li>Subaru BRZ S &#8217;12 ($0.99) &#8211; Expand your Gran Turismo 5 experience with the brand new SUBARU BRZ S ’12, a compact front engine rear wheel drive (FR) powered by a horizontally opposed engine.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Pinball Arcade</h5>
<ul>
<li>Table Pack 4 ($4.99) – Creature from the Black Lagoon was designed by the legendary John Trudeau. “Creature” combines the excitement of watching a famous Universal monster flick with the fun of a drive-in movie date. The player has to save their date from the Creature and is rewarded by seeing the world’s first ever pinball hologram! This classic table also features story and dialog from the movie. Cross-entitled for PS Vita.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Rock Band 3 &#8211; Build your Rock Band library by purchasing song game tracks. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com.</h5>
<ul>
<li>Bland Street Bloom ($1.99) – SikTh</li>
<li>Brain Stew/Jaded ($1.99) – Green Day</li>
<li>Broken Bones ($1.99) – Aiden</li>
<li>Flesh and Blood ($0.99) – Edge</li>
<li>Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) ($1.99) – Green Day</li>
<li>Keep the Lights On ($1.99) – Close Your Eyes</li>
<li>Minority ($1.99) – Green Day</li>
<li>Oh Love ($1.99) – Green Day</li>
<li>Warning ($1.99) – Green Day</li>
<li>Skinny Seventeen ($0.99) – Jeremy Manjorin</li>
<li>Green Day Pack 03 ($8.49) –Includes &#8216;Brain Stew/Jaded,&#8217; &#8216;Good Riddance (Time of Your Life),&#8217; &#8216;Minority,&#8217; &#8216;Oh Love,&#8217; and &#8216;Warning.&#8217;</li>
</ul>
<h5>Starhawk</h5>
<ul>
<li>Victor Rodriguez Skin ($0.99) &#8211; Victor Rodriguez is a skilled Union Rift Miner &#8212; as capable with a wrench as he is with a gun, and includes 11 top of the line pieces of Union gear in a variety of colors and corporate affiliations totaling 38 entirely new options for multiplayer customization!</li>
<li>Tyro Exussum Skin ($0.99) &#8211; The Tyro Exussum is a newly reborn Outcast warrior with a newfound rage and devotion to the Source, including 5 pieces of charred and twisted Rifter gear and mutated flesh, totaling 17 entirely new options for multiplayer customization!</li>
<li>Sweet Tooth Outcast Skin ($0.99) &#8211; Straight from the award-winning Twisted Metal franchise, everyone’s favorite homicidal clown Sweet Tooth is even more twisted after exposure to Rift energy, and features 5 new sickeningly sweet mutations totaling 15 entirely new options for multiplayer customization!</li>
<li>Rally Series Vehicle Paint Jobs ($0.99) &#8211; The Rally Series pack features 9 eye-catching vehicle paint schemes inspired by the vibrant colors and slick graphics of the world’s fastest cars with support for all 5 Starhawk vehicles including the new Grizzly Rig, and is the best choice for players wanting to give their vehicles a sporty look!</li>
<li>Mire Prospector Map ($2.49) &#8211; Looking for a new co-op experience? Try the exciting new Prospector map on Cypress &#8212; The Mire! Battle through and extended set of 8 Outcast waves as you and your friends defend not just one&#8230; but THREE Rift Extractors in this challenging new co-op mission!</li>
<li>Mega Extreme Series Vehicle Paint Jobs ($0.99) &#8211; The Mega Extreme pack features 10 of the wildest vehicle paint schemes ranging from animal prints to graffiti graphics, with support for all 5 Starhawk vehicles including the new Grizzly Rig, and is the top choice for players with extreme style!</li>
<li>Grizzly Rig ($4.99) &#8211; The Grizzly Rig is a brutal new exo-armor upgrade for ground troops and a fantastic addition to any player’s Build &amp; Battle arsenal! Lead the charge into enemy territory with enhanced movement and powerful Gauss-Cannon or stay back and defend your own territory with smashing melee attacks and the Grizzly’s EMP blast that disables enemy vehicles and structures!</li>
<li>Gamma Sacrum Skin ($0.99) &#8211; The Gamma Sacrum is a cunning and mystical Outcast shaman in complete harmony with the Source and features 5 new ceremonial mutations for all of the New Frontier’s major tribes totaling 15 entirely new options for multiplayer player customization!</li>
<li>Classic Warfighter Series Vehicle Paint Jobs ($0.99) &#8211; The Classic Warfighter pack features 4 exquisitely crafted vehicle paint schemes inspired by the American, British, Japanese and</li>
<li>German air-forces in WWII with support for all 5 Starhawk vehicles including the new Grizzly Rig, and is perfect for players looking for that vintage style!</li>
<li>Bishop Mullens Skin ($0.99) &#8211; Bishop Mullens is a battle hardened veteran that fought against the initial Outcast rebellion on Cypress and includes 5 rugged pieces Rifter equipment in a variety of colors totaling 15 entirely new options for multiplayer customization!</li>
<li>Spectrum Series Vehicle Paint Jobs ($0.99) &#8211; The Spectrum pack features 11 vivid, solid color vehicle paint schemes with support for all 5 Starhawk vehicles including the new Grizzly Rig, and is ideal for players looking for a simple yet bold style!</li>
<li>Shade Warrior Skin ($0.99) &#8211; The Shade Warrior is a battle-damaged Outcast Guardian who’s countless wounds are a testament to his devotion to the Source, and features 5 new ferocious mutations totaling 15 entirely new options for multiplayer customization!</li>
<li>Rift Hunter Skin ($0.99) &#8211; The Rift Hunter is an old, rogue prospector who relies on grit and instinct to claim his share of the lucrative “blue gold,” and features 3 pieces of distinguished Rifter equipment totaling 3 entirely new options for multiplayer customization!</li>
<li>Pod Launcher ($4.99) &#8211; The Pod Launcher is a state-of-the-art rapid troop deployment cannon and a massive addition to any player’s Build &amp; Battle arsenal! This new Build &amp; Battle structure provides a great tactical upgrade on both offense and defense as you launch yourself deep into enemy territory or use the Pod Launcher to jump from base to base in the blink of an eye!</li>
<li>Maw of Despair Prospector Map ($2.49) &#8211; Located beneath the surface of Dust in an abandoned Rift mine, The Maw of Despair is home to the oldest Outcast group, the Shade Warriors, known for their ruthlessness and honed combat skills. The firefights you&#8217;ll encounter in the Maw of Despair co-op mission will push your gaming skills to the edge!</li>
<li>Huxley Ardin Skin ($0.99) &#8211; Huxley Ardin is part man part machine with a mechanical genius matched only by his good friend Sidney Cutter, and includes 5 industrial pieces of Rifter equipment totaling 5 entirely new options for multiplayer customization!</li>
<li>Echo Scrapyard ($0.00) &#8211; Download the Echo Scrapyard Multiplayer Homeworld, featuring Huxley Ardin’s mechanics shop and junkyard &#8211; known throughout the Frontier as the best place for Rifters to race and test their Razorback 4×4 and Sidewinder Jetbike skills in the winding network or roads and trails located deep in the canyon basin.<br />
- New Rifter Homeworld for online Multiplayer games<br />
- Invite friends, create a party, and strategize before entering a new match</li>
</ul>
<h5>Tokyo Jungle</h5>
<p><strong>Animal Character Bundle 1 ($2.49)</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Black Pomeranian Character ($0.99) &#8211; Download this character to play as the Black Pomeranian in TOKYO JUNGLE.</li>
<li>White Pomeranian Character ($0.99) &#8211; Download this character to play as the White Pomeranian in TOKYO JUNGLE.</li>
<li>Silky Terrier Character ($0.99) &#8211; Download this character to play as the Silky Terrier in TOKYO JUNGLE.</li>
<li>Fat Cat Character ($0.99) &#8211; Download this character to play as the Fat Cat in TOKYO JUNGLE.</li>
<li>Toro Plush Character ($0.00) &#8211; Download this character to play as the Toro Plush in TOKYO JUNGLE.</li>
<li>Kuro Plush Character ($0.00) &#8211; Download this character to play as the Kuro Plush in TOKYO JUNGLE.</li>
<li>Kulche Plush Character ($0.00) &#8211; Download this character to play as the Kulche Plush in TOKYO JUNGLE.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Transformers: Fall of Cybertron</h5>
<ul>
<li>Massive Fury Pack ($9.99) &#8211; Download this pack to get a host of new characters for Multiplayer (AUTOBOT HOUND, KICKBACK, SHARPSHOT and HARDSHELL). In addition you also get the Generation 2 BRUTICUS colors and 2 unique weapons for use in the single player Campaign (Retro Blaster and Shock Cannon). Lastly, G1 OPTIMUS PRIME is also included for use in both the single player Campaign or Multiplayer.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Game Videos (Free)</h3>
<ul>
<li>ASSASSIN&#8217;S CREED III ANVIL TRAILER</li>
<li>ASSASSIN&#8217;S CREED III NAVAL WARFARE TRAILER</li>
<li>GRID 2 ANNOUNCEMENT TRAILER</li>
<li>REALMS OF ANCIENT WAR &#8211; OVERVIEW TRAILER</li>
<li>XCOM: ENEMY UNKOWN &#8211; CASUALITIES OF WAR TRAILER</li>
</ul>
<h3>PS3 Avatars</h3>
<ul>
<li>DARKSIDERS II &#8211; DEATH SKULLS AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DARKSIDERS II &#8211; DEATH TAROT AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DARKSIDERS II &#8211; DEATH WALL RUNNER AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7 &#8211; YUAN SHAO AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: DAQIAO AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: DING FENG AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: JIA XU AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: LING TONG AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: MA DAI AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: MENG HUO AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: PANG DE AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: WEI YAN AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: ZHURONG AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>HELL YEAH! BATCAT AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>HELL YEAH! BUG AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>HELL YEAH! CROWBRO AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>HELL YEAH! DAISYBOW AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>HELL YEAH! FUEGOGO AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>JET SET RADIO AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>JET SET RADIO BEAT AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>JET SET RADIO DJ PROFESSOR K AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>JET SET RADIO GRAFFITI SOUL AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>JET SET RADIO GUM AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>JET SET RADIO POTS AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>JET SET RADIO TAB AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>LEGASISTA: ALTO AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>LEGASISTA: DUNGEON AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>LEGASISTA: LEINA AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>LEGASISTA: MARI AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>LEGASISTA: MELIZE AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>LEGASISTA: MIMILY AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>LEGASISTA: SHOUT AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>LEGASISTA: SPROUT AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>LEGASISTA: VOLKS AVATAR &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Avatar Bundle 1 &#8212; $1.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Avatar Bundle 2 &#8212; $1.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Beagle Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Bear Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Cat Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Chick Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Hyena Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Lion Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Pomeranian Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Rabbit Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Sika Deer Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Tosa Avatar &#8212; $0.49</li>
</ul>
<h3>PS3 Themes</h3>
<ul>
<li>Digital Blasphemy Castle Dracula Dynamic Theme &#8212; $2.99</li>
<li>Digital Blasphemy Moonshadow Dynamic Theme &#8212; $2.99</li>
<li>Digital Blasphemy Overseer Dynamic Theme &#8212; $2.99</li>
<li>TOKYO JUNGLE Dynamic Theme &#8212; $2.99</li>
</ul>
<h3>Wallpaper</h3>
<ul>
<li>Planets Under Attack Wallpaper 1</li>
</ul>
<h3>Available In-Game Only (Not on PlayStation Store)</h3>
<h5>NBA 2K13</h5>
<ul>
<li>2000 VC PACK ($0.99) – Get an extra 2,000 VC – NBA 2K13’s in-game currency – to spend on your MyPLAYER and MyTEAM.</li>
<li>5000 VC PACK ($1.99) – Get an extra 5,000 VC – NBA 2K13’s in-game currency – to spend on your MyPLAYER and MyTEAM.</li>
<li>10,000 VC PACK ($2.99) – Get an extra 10,000 VC – NBA 2K13’s in-game currency – to spend on your MyPLAYER and MyTEAM.</li>
</ul>
<h5>NCAA Football 13</h5>
<ul>
<li>Adidas Strategy Uniform Pack 2 ($1.99) – Download the special Adidas Strategy Uniforms to be worn by Nebraska, Wisconsin, and Notre Dame in their Chicago game.</li>
</ul>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/borderlands-2-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Borderlands 2</a> releases today, and we’ve got a copy here for you on the PlayStation Store. Team up with friends and start shooting and looting immediately. You can also purchase the Season Pass to get all DLC for less than you’d pay for them individually.
 
<a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/jet-set-radio-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Jet Set Radio</a> was available last week for <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/">PlayStation Plus</a> members, but now it’s available for everybody to download. This week Plus members will receive a free dynamic Jet Set Radio theme, along with a free Double Dragon dynamic theme. Plus members also have access to a full game trial of SSX and some discounted Rock Band content.
 
If you love soccer, you’ll be happy to hear that you can now pre-order FIFA Soccer 13. Those who do will get an exclusive theme to spice up their dashboard. Also of note is the Resident Evil 6 demo – try it out before the game releases on October 2nd.]]></description>
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<h3>Pre-Order</h3>
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<h5>FIFA Soccer 13 ($59.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85150" title="FIFA Soccer 13" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/FIFASoccer13_UPDATED_7.10_Title_thumbnail1.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Pre-Order the full game digital download of FIFA Soccer 13 and receive an exclusive theme. FIFA Soccer 13 captures the unpredictability of the real-world sport, ensuring no two matches play the same. The game features breakthrough gameplay innovations that create a true battle for possession and deliver freedom and creativity in attack, as well as engaging online features and live services that connect fans to the heartbeat of the sport—and to each other.</div>
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<h3>PS3 Full Games</h3>
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<h5>Borderlands 2 ($59.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85146" title="Borderlands 2" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/Borderlands2_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">A new era of shoot and loot is about to begin. Play as one of four new vault hunters facing off against a massive new world of creatures, psychos and the evil mastermind, Handsome Jack. Make new friends, arm them with a bazillion weapons and fight alongside them in 4 player co-op or split-screen on a relentless quest for revenge and redemption across the undiscovered and unpredictable living planet.<br />
<em>ESRB: M -Mature // File Size: 5.8 GB</em></div>
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<h5>F1 2012 ($59.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85148" title="F1 2012" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/F12012_Title_thumb_EN1.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">F1 2012, the next game in the BAFTA-winning series, features the 2012 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP. Begin your career with the new Young Driver Test and take on 2 new game options: Season Challenge and Champions Mode. Experience the next generation of weather system technology, at all the official tracks including the new Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas. F1 2012 Feel it!<br />
<em>ESRB: E –Everyone // File Size: 6.72 GB</em></div>
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<h5>SSX ($39.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85155" title="SSX" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/SSX_title_thumb_All.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">SSX is the return of the beloved franchise on the current generation of consoles where you can own the Planet across real-world iconic mountain ranges, compete and compare with friends online in totally new ways, and defy reality on a snowboard through Race it, Trick it and Survive it events. Defy Reality and Own the Planet with SSX.<br />
<em>ESRB: E –Everyone // File Size: 4 GB</em></div>
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<h3>PSN Games</h3>
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<h5>Zuma’s Revenge ($9.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85156" title="Zumas Revenge" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/Zuma-sRevenge_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Leap in and conquer 69 levels of Adventure mode. Discover four new Spirit Animals (at least one of them is a monkey!) and harness their abilities to power up your game. Dive in to the high-stakes Iron Frog mode: 10 levels, one frog. Can you make it out alive? Battle all 8 Tiki bosses in the fast-paced Boss Rush. Enter the Weekly Challenge and compete for high score on a new level every week.<br />
<em>ESRB: E –Everyone // File Size: 133 MB</em></div>
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<h5>Jet Set Radio ($9.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85152" title="Jet Set Radio" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/JetSetRadio_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Tag, grind, and trick to the beat in SEGA’s hit game Jet Set Radio! Fight for control of Tokyo-to, mark your turf with graffiti, tag walls, billboards, and even rival gang members! Perform tricks and flips on magnetically driven in-line skates, but watch out for the local police force!<br />
<em>ESRB: T &#8211; Teen // File Size: 1.08 GB</em></div>
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<h3>PS Minis</h3>
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<h5>Feisty Feet ($2.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85149" title="Feisty Feet" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/FeistyFeet_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Welcome to the annual eXtreme Running Championship! Compete with fierce opponents for the grand prize. Freeze your rivals with snowballs, set traps to slow them down and use speed boost to charge your way to victory. Earn coins for your performance and upgrade your skills for ultimate dominance.Unlock marathon mode and exercise your long distance running ability versus fifty AI controlled rivals in an extreme running mayhem!<br />
<em>File Size: 12.2 MB</em></div>
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<h3>PS2 Classics</h3>
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<h5>Harvest Moon: It’s a Wonderful Life Special Edition ($9.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85151" title="Harvest Moon" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/HarvestMoon_PS2Classic_thumb_ALL.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Lead a wonderful life as you restore your father&#8217;s farm and raise a family in this special edition of Harvest Moon!<br />
<em>ESRB: E –Everyone // File Size: 1.21 GB</em></div>
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<h5>River King ($9.99)</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85154" title="River King" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/RiverKing_PS2Classic_thumb_ALL.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Explore the everyday life of a fishing family, searching lakes and rivers in hopes of catching the biggest fish around, the River King!<br />
<em>ESRB: E –Everyone // File Size: 1.19 GB</em></div>
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<h3>PS Minis (added to Vita Store)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Snowy: The Bear’s Adventures</li>
<li>The Treasures of Montezuma</li>
</ul>
<h3>PS1 Classics (added to PS Vita Store)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Metal Slug X</li>
<li>Backstreet Billiards</li>
<li>Bowling</li>
<li>The King of Fighters ‘99</li>
<li>2Xtreme</li>
<li>Cool Boarders 3</li>
<li>Destruction Derby</li>
<li>Jet Moto 2</li>
<li>Jumping Flash</li>
<li>Jumping Flash 2</li>
<li>MediEvil</li>
<li>Rally Cross</li>
<li>Syphon Filter 2</li>
<li>Syphon Filter 3</li>
<li>Warhawk</li>
<li>Wild Arms 2</li>
<li>WipEout</li>
</ul>
<h3>PlayStation Store Highlights</h3>
<p><a title="PlayStation Store Update" href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/borderlands-2-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8438/7997873959_38d254571b_z.jpg" alt="PlayStation Store Update 9-18-2012" width="640" height="150" /></a><br />
<a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/borderlands-2-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Borderlands 2</a> releases today, and we’ve got a copy here for you on the PlayStation Store. Team up with friends and start shooting and looting immediately. You can also purchase the Season Pass to get all DLC for less than you’d pay for them individually.</p>
<p><a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/jet-set-radio-ps3.html?CMP=soc_us__ac_sm_05_21_12">Jet Set Radio</a> was available last week for <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/">PlayStation Plus</a> members, but now it’s available for everybody to download. This week Plus members will receive a free dynamic Jet Set Radio theme, along with a free Double Dragon dynamic theme. Plus members also have access to a full game trial of SSX and some discounted Rock Band content.</p>
<p>If you love soccer, you’ll be happy to hear that you can now pre-order FIFA Soccer 13. Those who do will get an exclusive theme to spice up their dashboard. Also of note is the Resident Evil 6 demo – try it out before the game releases on October 2nd.</p>
<p>As always, please leave your thoughts in the comments below. You can also chat about this update in the <a href="http://community.us.playstation.com/t5/PlayStation-Network/bd-p/22599">PlayStation Community Forums</a>.</p>
<h3>PlayStation Plus</h3>
<p><a title="PlayStation Store Update 9-18-2012" href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8042/7997879040_ace2167d0d_z.jpg" alt="PlayStation Store Update 9-18-2012" width="640" height="450" /></a></p>
<p class="center"><a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/">Click here to learn more</a> and purchase online or go to the PlayStation Store to activate instantly.</p>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 100px;"><strong>Full Game Trial</strong></td>
<td>SSX</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Free Themes</strong></td>
<td>(Exclusive to Plus members) Jet Set Radio Dynamic Theme<br />
Double Dragon Dynamic Theme</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Discounts</strong></td>
<td>Rock Band &#8212; The Best of the Who Band Edition (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $8.99<br />
Rock Band – Queen Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $7.64<br />
Rock Band – Nirvana Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $4.94<br />
Rock Band – Boston Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $4.49<br />
Rock Band – Grateful Dead Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $4.49<br />
Rock Band – Metallica Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Disturbed Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Oasis Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Black Sabbath Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – The Police Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Nine Inch Nails Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – The Offspring Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Jimmy Buffett Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – The Killers Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – David Bowie Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Weezer Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Green Day Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Foo Fighters Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Blink-182 Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Nine Inch Nails Pack 02 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last Chance (Leaving on 9/25)</strong></td>
<td>Lights, Camera, Party! (50% off) – PS Plus Price $15.00<br />
Max Payne 3 Bundle w/ Rockstar Pass (10% off) – PS Plus Price $60.74<br />
Ronnie O’Sullivan’s Snooker (100% off) – PS Plus Price $0.00<br />
Rock Band &#8212; The Best of the Who Band Edition (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $8.99<br />
Rock Band – Queen Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $7.64<br />
Rock Band – Nirvana Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $4.94<br />
Rock Band – Boston Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $4.49<br />
Rock Band – Grateful Dead Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $4.49<br />
Rock Band – Metallica Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Disturbed Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Oasis Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Black Sabbath Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – The Police Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Nine Inch Nails Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – The Offspring Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Jimmy Buffett Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – The Killers Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – David Bowie Track Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Weezer Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Green Day Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Foo Fighters Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Blink-182 Pack 01 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69<br />
Rock Band – Nine Inch Nails Pack 02 (10% Off) – PS Plus Price: $2.69</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</blockquote>
<h3>Game Demos (Free)</h3>
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<h5>Zuma’s Revenge</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85156" title="Zumas Revenge" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/Zuma-sRevenge_Title_thumb_EN.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Leap in and conquer 69 levels of Adventure mode. Discover four new Spirit Animals (at least one of them is a monkey!) and harness their abilities to power up your game. Dive in to the high-stakes Iron Frog mode: 10 levels, one frog. Can you make it out alive? Battle all 8 Tiki bosses in the fast-paced Boss Rush. Enter the Weekly Challenge and compete for high score on a new level every week.<br />
<em>ESRB: E –Everyone // File Size: 133 MB</em></div>
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<h5>Resident Evil 6</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85153" title="Resident Evil 6" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/RE6_title_thumb_ALL.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">The latest installment of the Resident Evil franchise is here! A deadly bioterrorist attack in China has Leon Kennedy, Chris Redfield, and Jake Muller all fighting for their lives. Play a portion of all their campaigns in this demo for Resident Evil 6.<br />
<em>ESRB: M -Mature // File Size: 849 MB</em></div>
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<h5>Damage Inc. Pacific Squadron WWII</h5>
<div style="height: 80px; width: 80px; padding-top: 10px; float: left;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-85147" title="Damage Inc" src="http://a.psblogstatics.com/files/2012/09/DamageInc_title_Thumb_ALL.jpg" alt="" width="70" height="70" /></div>
<div style="width: 440px; float: left; padding-top: 10px; text-align: justify;">Fly one of four WWII-era fighters in the Attack on Taroa!<br />
<em>ESRB: T -Teen // File Size: 710 MB</em></div>
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<h3>Price Change</h3>
<ul>
<li>300 March to Glory – PSP Game (now: $9.99, original price: $14.99)</li>
<li>Carnival Island – PS3 Full Game (now: $19.99, original price: $39.99)</li>
<li>Enigmo – PSP Mini (now: $2.99, original price: $3.99)</li>
<li>Jane’s Hotel – PSP Mini (now: $1.99, original price: $3.99)</li>
<li>LEGO Batman: The Videogame – PSP Game (now: $9.99, original price: $19.99)</li>
<li>LEGO Harry Potter – PSP Game (now: $19.99, original price: $29.99)</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat – PS Vita (now: $29.99, original price: $39.99)</li>
<li>Mortal Kombat: Unchained – PSP Game (now: $9.99, original price: $19.99)</li>
<li>Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest – PSP Game (now: $9.99, original price: $29.99)</li>
<li>Various Rock Band and Rock Band 2 content &#8212; (now: $.99 – $9.99, original price: $1.99 &#8211; $19.99)</li>
</ul>
<h3>PS Vita Add-ons</h3>
<h5>Hustle Kings</h5>
<ul>
<li>Ball and Cue Pack ($1.99) – Compatible with PlayStation Vita system only. Add some fresh style to your Hustle Kings hangouts with these new ball sets for Standard Pool, UK Blackball, Cutthroat, 3-Ball and Carom Billiards, as well as two additional cues for you to use. To use this download, you will need Hustle Kings. Cross entitled for PS3 version.</li>
<li>Carom and UK Billiards Pack ($1.99) &#8211; Compatible with PlayStation Vita system only. Add a Carom Billiards table to your Hustle Kings collection and sharpen up your technique in a game of tactics and precision cueing. You’ll also receive a 6ft UK Pool table to play your favorite games on. To use this download, you will need Hustle Kings. Cross entitled for PS3 version.</li>
</ul>
<h3>PS3 Add-ons</h3>
<h5>Battlefield 3</h5>
<ul>
<li>Armored Kill ($14.99) &#8211; All-out vehicle warfare featuring the biggest map in Battlefield history.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Borderlands 2</h5>
<ul>
<li>Season Pass ($29.99) &#8211; The Borderlands 2 Season Pass is coming! Buy the season pass and get all four downloadable content packs for the price of three. All Season Pass content will be available by June 2013. All content featured in the Season Pack will be available for individual purchase on the PlayStation Store. Do not download this content from the PlayStation Store to avoid being charged twice.</li>
</ul>
<h5>DC Universe Online</h5>
<ul>
<li>The Hand of Fate ($9.99) &#8211; Buy the Hand of Fate DLC Pack now to battle in new team-focused adventures and utilize the new Utility Belt Attachments! Group with allies and fight through story driven new Operations all across the sprawling cityscapes of Gotham City and Metropolis. Take on numerous new side missions and earn two Magical new Legends PvP characters. Requires a minimum Combat Rating of 70. Purchase of this DLC pack requires an active game account.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Dungeon Defenders</h5>
<ul>
<li>Quest for the Lost Eternia Shards Part 4: Sky City ($3.99) &#8211; Now that your Dungeon’s been defended, venture outside into the realms of Etheria in The Quest for the Lost Eternia Shards! Journey above the clouds to Sky City to experience new missions, story cinematics, enemies and more. This DLC pack contains: The Quest for the Lost Eternia Shards Part 4 Campaign Mission, Crystalline Dimension Campaign Mission, Boss Rush Challenge Mission, Goblin Copter Enemy, Boss: Goblin Battlecruiser, Boss: Old One.</li>
</ul>
<h5>F1 2012</h5>
<ul>
<li>VIP Pass ($9.99) &#8211; Download the VIP Pass to unlock all F1 2012&#8242;s extensive multiplayer modes, including: 2-player Co-Op career mode, 16-player GRAND PRIX races.</li>
</ul>
<h5>MAGIC: The Gathering – Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013</h5>
<ul>
<li>MAGIC 2013 Expansion ($4.99) &#8211; In the Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013 Expansion, enjoy five new playable decks whose colors correspond to the guilds in Return to Ravnica, five new puzzling challenges, and ten new single-player campaign levels. Put your spell-slinging skills to the test and try to defeat the guilds and unlock their new decks! Additional content for Magic 2013.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Rock Band 3 &#8211; Build your Rock Band library by purchasing song game tracks. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com.</h5>
<ul>
<li>A Pure Evil ($1.99) – All Shall Perish</li>
<li>By the Grace of the Grill ($1.99) – Graveyard BBQ</li>
<li>Can’t Get Enough of You Baby ($1.99) – Smash Mouth</li>
<li>Days Go By ($1.99) – The Offspring</li>
<li>End of My Rope ($1.99) – Spinning Chain</li>
<li>Pain I Feel ($1.99) – Spinning Chain</li>
<li>This is the Album You’ve Been Waiting For ($0.99) – brentalfloss</li>
<li>Why Can’t We Be Friends ($1.99) – Smash Mouth</li>
</ul>
<h5>RockSmith</h5>
<ul>
<li>Is This Love ($2.99) – Whitesnake</li>
<li>The Final Countdown ($2.99) – Europe</li>
<li>We’re Not Gonna Take It ($2.99) – Twisted Sister</li>
</ul>
<h5>SingStar</h5>
<ul>
<li>Queen Song Pack 2 ($6.99) – Includes We Will Rock You, Another One Bites the Dust, Who Wants to Live Forever, I Want It All and We Are the Champions.</li>
<li>Queen Song Pack 3 ($6.99) – Includes Tie Your Mother Down, I’m in Love with My Car, Fat Bottomed Girls, Somebody to Love, You’re My Best Friend.</li>
<li>Queen Song Pack 4 ($6.99) – Includes Save Me, Play the Game, I Want to Break Free, Hammer to Fall, It’s a Hard Life.</li>
<li>Queen Song Pack 5 ($6.99) – Includes These Are the Days of Our Lives, Innuendo, Headlong, Princes of the Universe, Under Pressure feat. David Bowie.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Way of the Samurai 4</h5>
<ul>
<li>Where Are They Now? ($4.99) – A new mission set culminating in the unlocking of custom parts and original weapons for your samurai, ultimately allowing you to play as a youthful Dona Dona from Way of the Samurai or a grown-up Sayo from Way of the Samurai 2.</li>
<li>Iron Set ($0.99) – A set of metals that will allow you to forge a superior blade. Includes Ground Metal x 15, Dojima Steel x 10 and Hihiirokane x 5.</li>
<li>Rare Weapons Set A ($2.99) – A set of weapons difficult to obtain through normal play, presented in one easy package. Includes Moro&#8217;s &#8216;Masatoshi,&#8217; Kotobuki&#8217;s &#8216;Cyclone,&#8217; Akagi&#8217;s &#8216;Garuda,&#8217; Kogure&#8217;s &#8216;Soul Culler&#8217; and J.J.&#8217;s &#8216;Joanna.&#8217;</li>
<li>Rare Weapons Set B ($2.99) – A set of weapons difficult to obtain through normal play, presented in one easy package. Includes Mayu&#8217;s &#8216;Cavitater,&#8217; Chika&#8217;s &#8216;Warhead&#8217; and &#8216;Critical Frame,&#8217; Yuri&#8217;s &#8216;Wisterianum&#8217; and the chief minister&#8217;s &#8216;Nerveknive.&#8217;</li>
<li>Rare Weapons Set C ($2.99) – A set of weapons difficult to obtain through normal play, presented in one easy package. Includes Dojima&#8217;s &#8216;Shady Deal,&#8217; Melinda&#8217;s &#8216;Chieftain,&#8217; Madara&#8217;s &#8216;Two Heart&#8217; and Onigawara&#8217;s &#8216;Tiger Claw&#8217; and &#8216;Dragon Claw.&#8217;</li>
<li>Ryoma Sakamoto ($2.99) – A set of custom parts, original weapons and new missions for your samurai, allowing you to play as the Tokugawa Man himself, Ryoma Sakamoto. Includes character model and &#8216;Revolutionary&#8217; clothing set, Mutsunokami Yoshiyuki sword, M2 Revolver, Sakamoto&#8217;s Wakizashi accessory and more.</li>
<li>Scroll Set ($0.99) – A set of scrolls that will aid you in learning advanced skills. Includes Special Moves Scroll x 10 and Legendary Moves Scroll x 10.</li>
<li>Shinsengumi Set ($4.99) – A new mission set culminating in the unlocking of custom parts and original weapons for your samurai, ultimately allowing you to play as a member of the legendary Shinsengumi group.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Game Videos (Free)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Devil May Cry: Gamescom 2012 Trailer</li>
<li>EA SPORTS NHL 13 Demo Trailer</li>
<li>EA SPORTS NHL 13: Cover Announce Trailer</li>
<li>EA SPORTS NHL 13: Every Stride Matters Trailer</li>
<li>EA SPORTS NHL 13: Game-play Trailer</li>
<li>EA SPORTS NHL 13: GM Connected Trailer</li>
<li>EA SPORTS NHL 13: Hockey I.Q. Trailer</li>
<li>EA SPORTS NHL 13: Last Man Standing Trailer</li>
<li>EA SPORTS NHL 13: Presentation Overhaul Trailer</li>
<li>FIFA Soccer 13: Gamescom 2012 Trailer</li>
<li>LEGO Lord of the Rings &#8211; Gamescom Trailer</li>
<li>Lost Planet 3 Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale &#8220;Event of the Year&#8221; Trailer &#8211; SDCC 2012</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Announce Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Cole MacGrath Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Dante Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale E3 Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Event of the Year trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Evil Cole Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Fat Princess Strategy Video</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale GamesCom Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Heihachi Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Jak and Daxter Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Kratos Strategy Video</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale PaRappa Strategy Video</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Radec Strategy Video</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Ratchet &amp; Clank Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Sackboy Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Sly Cooper Strategy Video</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Spike Trailer</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Sweet Tooth Strategy Video</li>
<li>PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Toro Trailer</li>
<li>Realms of Ancient War – The Warrior Trailer</li>
<li>Realms of Ancient War – The Wizard Trailer</li>
<li>Realms of Ancient War Trailer</li>
</ul>
<h3>PS3 Themes</h3>
<ul>
<li>Comic Heroes 2 PSP Theme $1.99</li>
<li>Cute Kittens Static Theme $1.99</li>
<li>DISHONORED REVENGE DYNAMIC THEME $2.99</li>
<li>Double Dragon Dynamic Theme $2.99</li>
<li>Dynamic American City Central Park NYC Theme $2.99</li>
<li>Dynamic American City Flat Iron Building NYC Theme $2.99</li>
<li>Dynamic American City Los Angeles Theme $2.99</li>
<li>Magic City Dynamic Theme $3.99</li>
<li>Shannon&#8217;s Entropy PSP Theme $1.49</li>
<li>Skulls by Graffiti King PSP Theme $1.49</li>
<li>Skulls by Graffiti Kings Static Theme $1.99</li>
<li>Women of King 2 Static Theme $1.99</li>
</ul>
<h3>Available In-Game Only (Not on PlayStation Store)</h3>
<h5>DC Universe Online</h5>
<ul>
<li>Fiery Weapon Style Pack ($4.99) – Is it getting hot in here? Smoke the competition with these Fiery weapon styles! This pack includes: Fiery Blade, Fiery Staff, Fiery Bludgeon, Fiery Shield, Fiery Bow, Fiery Rifle, Fiery Cestus, Fiery Blasters, Fiery Claws, Fiery Axes, Fiery Pistols. Note: These items are good for all characters on the account, and are not tradeable.</li>
<li>Voltaic Weapon Style Pack ($4.99) – Shock your friends and blitz your enemies with these exciting Electricity weapon styles! This pack includes: Voltaic Blade, Voltaic Staff, Voltaic Bludgeoner, Voltaic Shield, Voltaic Bow, Voltaic Rifle, Voltaic Cestus, Voltaic Blasters, Voltaic Claws, Voltaic Axes, Voltaic Pistols. Note: These items are good for all characters on the account, and are not tradeable.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Rock Band 3</h5>
<ul>
<li>Days Go By ($0.99) – Pro Guitar (In Game Only) – The Offspring</li>
</ul>
<h5>NCAA Football 13</h5>
<ul>
<li>Adidas Strategy Uniform Pack 1 ($0.99) – Download the special Adidas Strategy Uniforms for Michigan and Notre Dame&#8217;s first game of the season this year.</li>
<li>Uniform Update Pack 1 ($0.00) – Download free uniform updates for Arkansas, Northwestern, Texas A&amp;M, Rutgers, Missouri, Washington, Oregon, FIU, Eastern Michigan, Arizona, and Mississippi State.</li>
</ul>
<h5>FIFA Soccer 13</h5>
<ul>
<li>Creation Centre – All Packs In One ($7.99) &#8211; Do you need ALL OF IT? Get the All-In-One Pack to acquire all together what all the other creation centre packs have to offer: Tournaments Pack, Career Mode Pack, Teams Pack, Yet 10 More Teams Pack.</li>
<li>Creation Centre – Career Pack ($1.99) – Craving playing CAREER with your Creation Centre teams? Get the Career Pack to expand your Creation Centre experience!</li>
<li>By getting the Career Pack you will be entitled to: Use Creation Centre teams in Career by swapping teams when setting up a New Career &amp; add and play in Career Mode with a downloaded Creation Centre league by selecting it when setting up a New Career.</li>
<li>Creation Centre – Teams Pack ($1.99) – Starving for MORE TEAMS? Get the Teams Pack to expand your Creation Centre experience! By getting the Teams Pack you will be entitled to: Additional 50 team creation slots on the website. Additional 24 team download slots. Ability to upload a custom team logo too all the teams you create on the website.</li>
<li>Creation Centre – Tournaments Pack ($1.49) – Do you need MORE TOURNAMENTS? Get the Tournaments Pack to expand your Creation Centre experience! By getting the Tournaments Pack you will be entitled to: 5 tournament creation slots on the website. 5 tournament download slots.</li>
<li>Online Pass ($9.99) – The FIFA 13 Online Pass gives access to the following online features: Online Multiplayer Modes including Seasons, FIFA Ultimate Team Online, Pro Clubs Seasons, Online Friendlies, and More. Online Pass is non-transferable.</li>
<li>Creation Centre – Yet 10 More Pack ($0.99) – Starving for EVEN MORE TEAMS? Get the Yet 10 More Teams Pack to be entitled to additional 10 team download slots.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>EA Sports Challenge Series Returns to PS3</title>
		<link>http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/05/ea-sports-challenge-series-returns-to-ps3/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2012 14:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Steranka</dc:creator>
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		<post_tag><![CDATA[FIFA 13]]></post_tag>
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		<description><![CDATA[Attention PlayStation Nation: we’re back with the biggest gaming tournament of the year - the $1 Million <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/easports/">EA Sports</a> Challenge Series powered by Virgin Gaming! Last year, we blew the doors off of the sports gaming scene and now we’re giving you another chance to take home huge cash prizes for playing FIFA 13, Madden NFL 13 and NHL 13.
 
To get a taste of what last year’s experience was like, check out this video recap from the 2012 tournament finals in New York. Last year in NYC, we made legends out of <strong>Adam Winster</strong> (FIFA 12 Challenge Champion), <strong>Tyler Glen</strong> (Madden NFL 12 Challenge Champion) and <strong>John Grasso</strong> (NHL 12 Challenge Champion). These gamers took home life-changing prizes and will be defending their titles in 2013. Bring your best game and you could be crowned this year’s champ.
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<p>Attention PlayStation Nation: we’re back with the biggest gaming tournament of the year &#8211; the $1 Million <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/ea-sports/">EA Sports</a> Challenge Series powered by Virgin Gaming! Last year, we blew the doors off of the sports gaming scene and now we’re giving you another chance to take home huge cash prizes for playing <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/fifa-13/">FIFA 13</a>, <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/madden-nfl-13/">Madden NFL 13</a> and <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/nhl-13/">NHL 13</a>.</p>
<p>To get a taste of what last year’s experience was like, check out this video recap from the 2012 tournament finals in New York. Last year in NYC, we made legends out of <strong>Adam Winster</strong> (FIFA 12 Challenge Champion), <strong>Tyler Glen</strong> (Madden NFL 12 Challenge Champion) and <strong>John Grasso</strong> (NHL 12 Challenge Champion). These gamers took home life-changing prizes and will be defending their titles in 2013. Bring your best game and you could be crowned this year’s champ.<br />
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<h4>So How Does it Work?</h4>
<p>This year’s tournament structure has been simplified, so even if you’ve never played in a video game tournament before it won’t take you long to get into the action. In fact, it only takes <em>six wins</em> to secure your spot at the live tournament finals taking place in Las Vegas!</p>
<p><strong>1. Online Qualifiers (October 9Tth 2012 – January 1st 2013)</strong><br />
First, with your purchase of FIFA 13, Madden NFL 13 and/or NHL 13 at GameStop, you will receive free entry into the tournament.  Next, sign up for an account at <a href="http://virgingaming.com/">VirginGaming.com</a>. Once you have an account and log in, you’ll find a place to put in your code for the game specific challenge that you are interested in. Then you find a match on VirginGaming.com and challenge your opponent in the EA Sports Arena on your <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/">PS3</a>. These qualifiers run 24/7 and you only have to win <em>four</em> matches in a row to secure your spot in the semi-finals. But hurry—there are a limited number of seats to be won in the semis.</p>
<p><strong>2. Online Semi-Finals (January 7th and 8th, 2013)</strong><br />
The first 1,024 players to qualify (512 for NHL 13) will compete in scheduled, bracketed tournament play for a spot in the finals. It only takes TWO wins at this stage to move on.</p>
<p><strong>3. Live Finals in Las Vegas (February 9th, 2013)</strong><br />
The top 256 players from the semi-finals (128 for NHL 13) will meet in Las Vegas to compete for cash and enjoy a day of gaming, music and entertainment in this legendary party town.</p>
<h4>What You Can Win</h4>
<p>Make it to the live tournament finals and you’ll compete for <strong>cash prizes up to $140,000</strong>. Everyone at the finals will walk away a winner, with a <strong>guaranteed minimum cash prize of $500</strong>. Here’s a complete rundown of what’s up for grabs:</p>
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<th colspan="2"><strong>$400,000 FIFA 13 CHALLENGE</strong></th>
<th colspan="2"><strong>$400,000 MADDEN NFL 13 CHALLENGE</strong></th>
<th colspan="2"><strong>$200,000 NHL® 13 CHALLENGE</strong></th>
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<td><strong>GRAND PRIZE</strong></td>
<td><strong>$140,000</strong></td>
<td><strong>GRAND PRIZE</strong></td>
<td><strong>$140,000</strong></td>
<td><strong>GRAND PRIZE</strong></td>
<td><strong>$70,000</strong></td>
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<tr>
<td>2ND PLACE</td>
<td>$40,000</td>
<td>2ND PLACE</td>
<td>$40,000</td>
<td>2ND PLACE</td>
<td>$20,000</td>
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<tr>
<td>3RD-4TH</td>
<td>$8,000</td>
<td>3RD-4TH</td>
<td>$8,000</td>
<td>3RD-4TH</td>
<td>$5,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5TH-8TH</td>
<td>$3,300</td>
<td>5TH-8TH</td>
<td>$3,300</td>
<td>5TH-8TH</td>
<td>$2,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>9TH-16TH</td>
<td>$1,750</td>
<td>9TH-16TH</td>
<td>$1,750</td>
<td>9TH-16TH</td>
<td>$1,700</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>17TH-32ND</td>
<td>$1,250</td>
<td>17TH-32ND</td>
<td>$1,250</td>
<td>17TH-32ND</td>
<td>$1,250</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>33RD-64TH</td>
<td>$1,000</td>
<td>33RD-64TH</td>
<td>$1,000</td>
<td>33RD-64TH</td>
<td>$750</td>
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<tr>
<td>65TH-128TH</td>
<td>$750</td>
<td>65TH-128TH</td>
<td>$750</td>
<td>65TH-128TH</td>
<td>$500</td>
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<tr>
<td>129TH-256TH</td>
<td>$500</td>
<td>129TH-256TH</td>
<td>$500</td>
<td>129TH-256TH</td>
<td>$50</td>
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<tr>
<td>257TH-512TH</td>
<td>$50</td>
<td>257TH-512TH</td>
<td>$50</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
</table>
<p>If you want to learn more, head over to <a href="http://virgingaming.com/tournaments/challenge-series/">ChallengeSeries.com</a> for full rules and details, plus the latest tournament news, special strategy content to help you improve your game and more.</p>
<p>Ready for a piece of the big prize pool? Then grab your controller, fire up your PS3, and compete to join us in Vegas for the sports gaming party of the year. </p>
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		<title>Interview with EA SPORTS FIFA 13’s David Rutter</title>
		<link>http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/06/11/interview-with-ea-sports-fifa-13s-david-rutter/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jun 2012 15:02:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Simon Bramble</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With Euro 2012 getting underway and the latest version of the beautiful game on <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/">PlayStation 3</a> mesmerising crowds at <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/e312/">E3 2012</a>, it was the perfect time to catch up with <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/fifa-13/">EA SPORTS FIFA 13</a> producer David Rutter. Here, he explains how this year’s online offering is second to none.
 
<strong>Simon: How has FIFA Street impacted on FIFA 13?</strong>
 
<strong>David Rutter:</strong> The Precision Dribbling 2.0 – that’s the glamorous name for it – did owe something to that game, yes. We were looking at improved dribbling overall as a big holistic feature, we wanted the ability to move in 360 degrees, we wanted fidelity of distance and we also wanted face angle. That was a big thing for us, the ability to have the player’s face pointing in the right direction no matter which way they’re going.
 
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<p>With Euro 2012 getting underway and the latest version of the beautiful game on <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/">PlayStation 3</a> mesmerising crowds at <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/e312/">E3 2012</a>, it was the perfect time to catch up with <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/fifa-13/">EA SPORTS FIFA 13</a> producer David Rutter. Here, he explains how this year’s online offering is second to none.</p>
<blockquote><p><strong>Simon: How has FIFA Street impacted on FIFA 13?</strong></p>
<p><strong>David Rutter:</strong> The Precision Dribbling 2.0 – that’s the glamorous name for it – did owe something to that game, yes. We were looking at improved dribbling overall as a big holistic feature, we wanted the ability to move in 360 degrees, we wanted fidelity of distance and we also wanted face angle. That was a big thing for us, the ability to have the player’s face pointing in the right direction no matter which way they’re going.</p>
<p>After that was achieved it became obvious that another cool part of it would be the ability to take defenders on using skill moves. We’ve had some skill moves in <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/fifa-soccer/">FIFA</a> before, but the key lesson we learned from the FIFA Street guys was that level of immediate control on the ball. It was really fun, something we thought would fit in nicely with what we were trying to achieve. They’re our sister team so we brought their code into our game, messed around with it a bit and we now have an equivalent feature in our game.
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<blockquote><p><strong>Simon: Is it a conscious decision to make each iteration more attacking or defensive in scope?</strong></p>
<p><strong>David Rutter:</strong> Not at all. What happens is we have a long list of things we want to do, like adding a defender to the defensive wall – that’s been on the list for a few years – but the idea that we’re consciously walking this five-year roadmap of “this year is dribbling, this year is defending” and so on, it doesn’t exist.</p>
<p>What ends up happening is, to give you last year’s example, we realised we need to work on, say, homing missile defenders. We felt that particular feature ended up not meaning anything. So what could we do? Well, we came up with a system that changes defending completely. And then we spoke to the fans and the community and we watched people play, and it dawned on us that the attacking play in the final third of the pitch was a bit lame. We had to enliven the action there.</p>
<p><strong>Simon: How do you react to things like online players finding early exploits?</strong></p>
<p><strong>David Rutter:</strong> We get the most feedback from our demo. That has near final gameplay going into it, it goes from the development team to the testers and from many hundreds of our guys playing it, millions of people then get in on it. At that point you take a big gulp and see videos popping up of things like player impact engine bugs and then it’s a scramble to fix things. There was an issue a few years back where there you could score a goal every time from the halfway line, for instance.</p>
<p>So the game we release is solid, but things crop up. This year we have significantly more post-launch support than ever before. <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/ea-sports/">EA SPORTS</a> Football Club has been releasing weekly, sometimes twice weekly scenarios for the game and that’s a big drive towards what we’re trying to achieve.</p>
<p><strong>Simon: Last year in <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/fifa-soccer-12/">FIFA 12</a> there was a flurry of people adopting the tactic of overloading the front of their team and pumping the ball down to the wings. Is there a temptation to redress the balance in favour of certain styles of play?</strong></p>
<p><strong>David Rutter:</strong> One of the worst exploits last year, which we immediately fixed because it was really annoying, was being able to switch to the goalkeeper at any time in play. I mean, why wouldn’t you want that? It’s a great idea. But when some players lost possession they’d switch to the goalkeeper and let the AI control their defence for them – the AI was better than some people. And you’re like, d’oh! A quick update later and we had to take that out, which spoilt a really nice feature.</p>
<p>The second part of this is that people tinker with their line-ups and formations. We could limit the number of formations to counter the tactic you mentioned. One of the reasons there are all those squad update checks and spinning wheels is because we’re making sure you haven’t hacked your squad files before playing online. All of that kind of stuff we spend an inordinate amount of time each year trying to plug. Yet the simple fact is the humans that play our game are amazing. I’m confident that this year’s game will go out, and it will be brilliant.
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