PS3 Full Games

Medal of Honor Warfighter ($59.99)

MEDAL OF HONOR WARFIGHTER is a first-person shooter featuring covert Tier 1 military operative combat. The game is a sequel to the 2010 release, Medal of Honor, which moved the long-running game series from its roots in WWII based gameplay, into modern warfare scenarios and true-to-life conflicts.
ESRB: M – Mature // File Size: 12 GB

The Darkness II ($39.99)

The Darkness II is an intense first person shooter that puts you in the role of Jackie Estacado, don of a NY crime family and wielder of an ancient supernatural force of chaos known as The Darkness.
ESRB: M– Mature // File Size: 5.8 GB

Betas

PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Beta ($0.00)

Who’s really the best? Find out for yourself! Get a taste of the full game, with 2v2 and 4-player online tournaments. Play as Kratos, Sweet Tooth, Radec, Sly, PaRappa and Fat Princess as you battle in Metropolis or Hades, and check out the Cross Play action for yourself. This code works for both the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita systems. This Beta ends on October 30th at 11:59pm Pacific, but you can experience even more when the full game launches on November 20th, 2012.

PSN Games

The Unfinished Swan ($14.99)

Enter the surreal world of The Unfinished Swan and explore a mysterious, hidden kingdom. Your journey will be led by a runaway swan who guides you through strange levels filled with bizarre creatures. Discover the land through innovative new game mechanics such as splatting paint on a white surface to uncover your surroundings. Each level will bring new twists, challenges, and puzzles until you eventually come face-to-face with the eccentric King that built this realm.
ESRB: E – Everyone // File Size: 1.48 GB

Killzone HD ($14.99)

Relive the original Killzone experience in high-definition 720p and new Trophy support. Originally released for PlayStation 2 in 2004, Killzone tells the story of Jan Templar, an ISA Captain whose home planet comes under attack from a Helghast invasion army. Together with a hot-headed sergeant named Rico, a deadly Shadow Marshal known as Luger, and the half-human, half-Helghast spy Hakha, Templar must attempt to reactivate the Orbital Defense Platform and drive the invading forces from his planet Vekta.
ESRB: M – Mature // File Size: 3 GB

Starhawk (Single Player Only) ($19.99)

Experience Emmett Graves’s quest for revenge in the Starhawk Single Player campaign. Called back to protect his home town of White Sands, hired gun Emmett Graves must rely on an arsenal of weapons and a little luck to fight off hordes of raiding Outcast and bring their leader, the ruthless outlaw, to justice.
ESRB: T– Teen // File Size: 9.2 GB

PS Vita

Street Fighter X Tekken ($39.99)

A dream collaboration between the two biggest fighting game franchises is now a reality! A deluge of highly demanded characters join the fray in this tag team-based game! The second round of this war begins now!
ESRB: T – Teen // File Size: 2.1 GB

Frobisher Says! ($0.00)

Compatible with PlayStation Vita only. Enjoy hilarious mini-games and interact with your PS Vita in just about every way possible. In Frobisher Says! – an exclusive app for PS Vita – enter Frobisher’s colourful world and prepare to face the weirdest, funniest and most addictive gaming experience of your life.
ESRB: E10+ – Everyone 10+ // File Size: 465 MB

Super Monkey Ball Banana Splitz ($29.99)

Experience Super Monkey Ball™ as you’ve never seen it before! With local and Online Multi-player, custom level creation using the PlayStation®Vita System Rear Camera, 8 Mini-games and over 100 unique challenges, Super Monkey Ball: Banana Splitz™ takes the platforming / puzzle genre to new heights!
ESRB: E – Everyone // File Size: 807 MB

Orgarhythm ($29.99)

Music and strategy unite in perfect harmony in this unique rhythm game. Set in a world of light and dark, two gods embodying the creative and destructive forces of the universe meet in furious orchestral battle. Utilize the touchscreen to direct your warriors and tap-tap-tap your way to victory by keeping the beat. Unlock new skills, unleash new attacks, track your stats on the online ranking system or go head-to-head in 2 player Ad Hoc mode.
ESRB: E10+ – Everyone 10+ // File Size: 1.2 GB

Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward ($34.99)

Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward is a suspense-driven visual novel/puzzle game and spiritual sequel to the hit, 999. Zero has kidnapped nine people and placed them in a warehouse to play the deadly Nonary Game. Play as Sigma and decide who among the eight others to trust and who to betray in this plot twisting visual novel! With fully voiced dual language support, new puzzles and more, solve the mystery that is Zero!
ESRB: M – Mature // File Size: 1.3 GB

Added to PS Vita Store

• Final Fantasy III (PSP game)
• Pong (PSone Classic)
• Centipede (PSone Classic)
• Missile Command (PSone Classic)
• Virtual Pool (PSone Classic)

PS2 Classics

Winback: Covert Operations ($9.99)

The first blast wiped out your Space Center. In just 3 hours, the high-tech weapons satellite will strike again…It’s your job to make sure that it doesn’t.
ESRB: T – Teen // File Size: 642 MB

Bundles

Naughty Bear Double Trouble ($19.99)

The bears had a party and Naughty Bear wasn’t invited. Now they will pay… with their lives. All the fun of the original but with 3 new episodes, 3 new weapons and kills and 12 new costumes. Includes Naughty Bear Gold and Panic in Paradise. Naught Bear Gold also contains 4 new Multiplayer Modes.
ESRB: T – Teen // File Size: 2.3 GB

PlayStation Store Highlights

Our Day 1 Digital program continues this week with Medal of Honor Warfighter, sequel to 2010’s Medal of Honor. The Darkness II also makes its way onto the store this week, along with the single-player campaign of Starhawk. If you do end up purchasing Starhawk’s single-player campaign and decide you want in on the multiplayer action, please purchase the separate multiplayer item in the store, not the online pass.

Another highly anticipated release this week is The Unfinished Swan. This artistic game is receiving positive reviews, so check it out. Killzone HD joins The Unfinished Swan as a PSN release this week, so if you’ve been itching to replay it with trophies, here’s your chance.

Finally, there’s a bunch of new releases on PS Vita. Street Fighter X Tekken hits the platform, along with a plethora of downloadable content. Costume changes, free gems and more await you. Of course, if you don’t like fighters, there’s the new free app, Frobisher Says! that you can play around with. Rounding out the PS Vita offerings are Super Monkey Ball Banana Splitz, Orgarhythm, and Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward. Oh, and if you want to download Final Fantasy III directly on your PS Vita, you can now do so.

As always, please leave your thoughts in the comments below. You can also chat about this update in the PlayStation Community Forums.

PlayStation Plus

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PS3 Game Demos (Free)

Sports Champions 2 (Move & PS Eye Required)

Try your hand at skiing, golf, and tennis in this demo for Sports Champions 2. PlayStation Move motion controller and PlayStation Eye camera required. This demo is playable in 2D or 3D. To enjoy stereoscopic 3D features, you will require a 3D TV that supports 3D stereoscopic display and 3D compatible glasses.
ESRB: E10+ – Everyone // File Size: 1.3 GB

Wheel of Fortune

Spin the wheel along with Pat Sajak and Vanna White on the virtual version of America’s Game!
ESRB: E– Everyone // File Size: 975 MB

Jeopardy!

Join Alex Trebek and play as a contestant on ‘America’s Favorite Quiz Show!” Test your knowledge to make it to Final Jeopardy! and the coveted Winner’s Circle!
ESRB: E– Everyone // File Size: 1.5 GB

PS Vita Game Demos (Free)

Super Monkey Ball Banana Splitz

Experience Super Monkey Ball as you’ve never seen it before! With local and Online Multi-player, custom level creation using PS Vita’s Camera, eight mini-games and over 100 unique challenges, Super Monkey Ball: Banana Splitz takes the platforming / puzzle genre to new heights!
ESRB: E– Everyone // File Size: 270 MB

Soundtracks

• The Unfinished Swan – $9.99
• Pure Chess OST— $6.49

Price Change

• God of War: Origins Collection – PS3 Game (now: $19.99 original price: $39.99)
• Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley – PSP Game (now: $19.99 original price: $39.99)
• Order Up! – PS3 Game (now: $9.99 original price: $14.99)

Sales

• Corpse Party – PSP Game (now: $9.99 original price: $19.99)
• Fast Draw Showdown – PS3 Game (now: $4.99 original price: $9.99)
• Kenka Bancho – PSP Game (now: $7.49 original price: $14.99)
• Smash Cars – PS3 Game (now: $7.49 original price: $14.99)
• Halloween Dynamic Theme (now: free original price: $2.99

Street Fighter X Tekken Add-On Sale

All DLC purchased on the PS3 version can be used on the PS Vita version, and vice versa.

• DLC Character Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS Vita Game Add-On (now: $2.99 original price: $5.99)
• SF DLC Char Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS Vita Game Add-On (now: $1.99 original price: $3.99)
• SF DLC Char Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS3 Game Add-On (now: $1.99 original price: $3.99)
• SF Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS Vita Game Add-On (now: $6.49 original price: $12.49)
• SF/TK Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS Vita Game Add-On (now: $8.49 original price: $17.99)
• TK DLC Character Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS Vita Add-On (now: $1.99 original price: $3.99)
• TK Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS Vita Game Add-On (now: $6.49 original price: $12.49)
• DLC Character Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS3 Game Add-On (now: $2.99 original price: $5.99)
• SF Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS3 Game Add-On (now: $6.49 original price: $12.49)
• SF/TK Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS3 Game Add-On (now: $8.49 original price: $17.99)
• TK DLC Character Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS3 Game Add-On (now: $1.99 original price: $3.99)
• TK Swap Costume Complete Pack – PS3 Game Add-On (now: $6.49 original price: $12.49)

PS Vita Add-ons

Street Fighter X Tekken PS Vita

All DLC purchased on the PS3 version can be used on the PS Vita version, and vice versa.

• Color Palette Add-Ons (Free) – Color packs (each color pack contains 4-color sets) for character color customization. Special Color Palettes also available.
• Boost Gem Trial Packs (Free) – Each Boost Gem Trial Pack contains a total of 3 Boost Gems that all characters can use. NOTE: Only visible to those who are entitled to the PS3 version of these packs.
• Preset Combo Packs (Free) – Each Pack adds a Preset Combo to the default 2 slots!
• Special Gem Packs (Free) – Each Special Gem Pack contains a total of 3 Boost Gems that all characters can use. NOTE: Only visible to those who are entitled to the PS3 version of these packs.
• Combo Editor ($2.99) – Enables use of the Combo Editor for all characters. Create your own custom combo for each character!
• SF Boost Gem Packs ($0.99 each) – 10 Boost Gems exclusively for Street Fighter characters. Each Boost Gem Pack activates upon a different condition.
• TK Boost Gem Packs ($0.99 each) – 10 Boost Gems exclusively for Tekken characters. Each Boost Gem Pack activates upon a different condition.
• SF/TK Shared Assist Gem Pack 4 ($1.99) – This 4 Gem pack is great for battle veterans. These Assist Gems can be used by all characters. Note: If you would like to see the effects of the Gems individually before purchase, please use the Store from the game’s Main Menu. The effects of the Gems may be subject to change.
• SF DLC Char Swap Costume Complete Pack ($3.99) – A pack featuring the swap costumes for the 6 Street Fighter DLC characters. The SF cast take on the look of Tekken characters with these new outfits. Characters Included: Sakura, Blanka, Guy, Cody, Elena, Dudley Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• SF Swap Costume Complete Pack ($12.99) – A pack featuring the swap costumes for the 19 Street Fighter characters. The SF cast take on the look of Tekken characters with these new outfits. Characters Included: Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li, Cammy, Guile, Abel, Dhalsim, Sagat, Rolento, Ibuki, Poison, Hugo, Rufus, Zangief, Vega, Balrog, Bison, Juri, Akuma Note: Please be careful not to purchase the same costume twice.
• TK DLC Char Swap Costume Complete Pack ($3.99) – A pack featuring the swap costumes for the 6 Tekken DLC characters. The TK cast takes on the look of the Street Fighter characters with these new outfits. Characters Included: Lars, Alisa, JACK-X, Bryan, Christie, Lei. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• TK Swap Costume Complete Pack ($12.99) – A pack featuring the swap costumes for the 19 Tekken characters. The TK cast takes on the look of the Street Fighter characters with these new outfits. Characters Included: Kazuya, Nina, Asuka, Lili, Heihachi, Kuma, Paul, Law, King, Marduk, Hwoarang, Steve, Bob, Julia, Yoshimitsu, Raven, Jin, Xiaoyu, Ogre.
• SF/TK Swap Costume Complete Pack ($17.99) – This pack features the swap costumes for the Street Fighter and Tekken characters. The costumes for the 38 regular characters are included in this pack.
• DLC Char Swap Costume Complete Pack ($5.99) – This pack features the swap costumes for the Street Fighter and Tekken DLC characters. Characters Included: Sakura, Blanka, Guy, Cody, Elena, Dudley, Lars, Alisa, JACK-X, Bryan, Christie, Lei Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Kuma (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Word on the street is that Kuma has joined R.Mika’s wrestling league. Apparently this was the only costume they had that would fit him!
• Abel (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that in the hopes of one day stepping into the ring with Armor King, Abel puts in a special order for a new costume.
• Akuma (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – While training under a waterfall, Akuma somehow takes on the appearance of Heihachi.
• Alisa (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that after hearing that Juri is working together with M.Bison, Alisa disguised herself as Juri in the hopes of getting to the bottom of Shadaloo’s recent activities. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Asuka (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – For a work-study program at school, Asuka was sent to a certain ninja village. Does Asuka have what it takes to learn the ninja arts from Ibuki?!
• Balrog (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that after defeating Steve in a fight, Balrog decided to dress up as him to further mock his fallen adversary.
• Blanka (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – After a fight with Hwoarang, the two become friends. Rumor has it that Blanka decided to get some matching clothes as a token of appreciation. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Bob (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Bob was impressed by Ryu’s never-ending dedication to the fight. He decided to pay the original world warrior homage with a special outfit.
• Bryan (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that with his powers and abilities being recognized by Urien, the second in command of a mysterious organization, Bryan is brought into their ranks. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Cammy (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Cammy shows off her love of cats with this leopard motif costume. It would seem that Cammy has become one of King’s fans…
• Christie (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Brainwashed by M.Bison, the leader of Shadaloo, Christie becomes a member of Bison’s special bodyguard unit, The Dolls… Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Chun-Li (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – The First Lady of Fighting shows off a softer side with this adorable panda outfit. Fans of Chun-Li and pandas won’t want to miss out!
• Cody (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Cody beat Paul in a money match, but after Paul came up short on funds he was forced to pay with the shirt off his back. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Dhalism (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that the spirit of Heihachi’s father, Jinpachi Mishima, reaches out to Dhalsim. Dhalsim himself undergoes a transformation as he channels the legendary warrior.
• Dudley (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that this was a present from a certain dancing Tiger. Dudley was reluctant, but it would be rude not to accept such a thoughtful gift. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Elena (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Elena met Julia during the latter’s reforestation activities. The two became good friends, and Julia gave Elena these clothes as a present. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Guile (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it the military has been working together with the G Corporation to develop a stronger, faster Guile based on JACK-X…?!
• Guy (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Guy disguised himself as Kazuya in order to infiltrate the G Corporation. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Heihachi (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Heihachi taught Sodom, formerly of the Mad Gear Gang, how to truly appreciate Japanese culture. As a sign of thanks, Sodom sent him this outfit.
• Hugo (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that during a recent trip to Japan, Hugo became friends with the retired sumo wrestler Ganryu. Hugo decided to give sumo a try, and this is his wrestling outfit. Check out Hugo’s new hairstyle!
• Hwoarang (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that after listening to Dee Jay’s newest single, Hwoarang has become a big fan. He gets the clothes and the hair to match!
• Ibuki (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Ibuki’s latest assignment has her joining the Manji Clan. She’s added an accessory to the outfit to remind her of Don-chan.
• JACK-X (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that to gain more information about the sumo style of fighting, JACK-X decides to enter the sumo world. He tries to dress for the part, but somehow this makes him even more conspicuous! Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Jin (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that the mysterious agent C.Viper was investigating the Mishima Zaibatsu when she was captured. Jin took an interest in her battle suit and had the Mishima Zaibatsu fashion one for his personal use.
• Julia (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Julia and Chun-Li became friends through studying Chinese kempo together. Chun-Li gave Julia these clothes as a gift.
• Juri (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that after defeating Zafina who was sent to assassinate her, Juri took on her appearance in order to infiltrate the enemy camp.
• Kazuya (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that in order to discover Guile’s secrets, Kazuya plotted to take over a certain country’s air force. However, things didn’t quite go as planned as he ended up becoming a regular soldier.
• Ken (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Ken dresses up as his son’s favorite Super Hero, Bokori Man. But there’s a striking resemblance to Lars…?!
• King (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that while teaming up with the up and coming martial artist Alex, King put in a special order for some new threads.
• Lars (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that after defeating a ninja named Geki who had come to take his life, Lars decided to don his outfit and try to infiltrate his organization. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Law (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that with Law’s restaurant engaged in a bitter rivalry with El Fuerte’s, Law decided to up the ante by becoming the Masked Chinese Martial Artist Chef!
• Lei (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Upon hearing about the activities of a suspicious individual, apparently Lei disguised himself as that man in order to sneak into his Hong Kong dojo. …The pink unexpectedly suits him. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Lili (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that In order to avoid her father’s vigilant surveillance, Lili took on a different look. However, she’s taken a liking to this outfit… which bears a striking resemblance to Poison.
• M. Bison (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Bison became intrigued by Bryan’s unique abilities. Taking over his body, the result is…?!
• Marduk (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that while teaming up with Hugo, Marduk decided a slight wardrobe change was in order.
• Nina (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Nina might be working for… Rolento’s army?!
• Ogre (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Ogre obtained power from Gill, the leader of a secret organization. The power has transformed him…
• Paul (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Paul became friends with Rufus due to their love of motorcycles. Rufus gave him these clothes for his next ride.
• Poison (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – A transformation brought about by the Devil Gene has lured out Poison’s wild side.
• Raven (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Raven impersonated Guy in order to infiltrate the Bushinryu dojo and learn its secrets.
• Rolento (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that as a first step to creating his utopia, Rolento planned a takeover of Raven’s organization. Although he was successful, a subsequent restructuring resulted in Rolento becoming a minor agent.
• Rufus (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Somewhere within a dream, Rufus dances with the angels among the clouds…
• Ryu (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that after becoming drenched in blood during a fight with Devil Jin, Ryu is transformed by the Devil Gene.
• Sagat (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that Sagat defeated Dragunov, who had come to assassinate him. Sagat took his uniform as a token of his victory.
• Sakura (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – In order to attend a cultural festival at Asuka’s school, Sakura borrows one of their uniforms. Note: This add-on content can only be used if the additional character pack has been purchased.
• Steve (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that after a bout a few years ago, Steve received a present from a friend of Guile’s who was deeply impressed with his boxing style.
• Vega (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Vega, interested in Japan, the birthplace of the ninja, fashioned himself a new mask based on the Manji Clan. Of course, he also had to come up with some new threads to match.
• Xiaoyu (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that when Chun-Li came to arrest Jin, Xiaoyu felt jealous and insecure compared to the more mature Chun-Li. She took on a new look to prove that she can be just as appealing as the Interpol detective.
• Yoshimitsu (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Rumor has it that after defeating Bison in a fight, Yoshimitsu took the Psycho Power as his own.
• Zangief (Swap Costume) ($0.99) – Many people didn’t believe Zangief when he said he trained by wrestling bears. He made this outfit to prove them wrong.

Super Monkey Ball Banana Splitz

• Complete DLC Bundle ($1.99) – All eight pieces of DLC for Super Monkey Ball: Banana Splitz in a single bundle! Each DLC pack enhances and adds to the custom Level Creator, allowing you to create all-new maps like never before. From super-challenging level pieces to giant Sonic statues, and even including a SEGA Genesis for the truly old school gamers, this bundle is the ultimate collection for fans of Super Monkey Ball!

New Little King’s Story

• Angel & Demon Set ($0.99) – Download the ‘Angel & Demon Set’ and unlock the following items to help you along your journey: Angel Bow (Attack +4), Angel Halo and Angel Clothes (rejuvenates life), Devil Spear (raises Attack and Power), Devil Horn (raises Attack Power), and the Devil Outfit (raises Attack Power)!
• Animal Set ($1.99) – Download the ‘Animal Set’ to get a variety of wild costumes that will increase Life, cure, and add defense against winds! This includes animals such as the Bear, Polar Bear, Panda, and Pancho!
• Princess Battle Outfit Set 1 ($2.99) – Download the ‘Princess Battle Outfit Set 1′ to unlock different Armor sets for each of the princesses, including princess Apricot, Sakura, Amabile, and Verde!
• Supreme Ruler Dragon Set ($0.99) – Download the ‘Supreme Ruler Dragon Set’ to receive more Life, Attack, and flame damage! This includes the Ruler’s Dragon Helmet, Chainmail, and Lance!

Pure Chess

• Halloween Chess Set ($2.49) – What better way to enjoy this spooky time of year than with the Pure Chess Halloween game pack! Inspired by fearsome fright night icons this beautifully rendered, mesmerizingly detailed pewter chess set will have you quaking in your boots! And it’s not just for Halloween – it can be used all year round…You’ll have a frighteningly good time playing Pure Chess with this ghoulish set. Download it – if you dare!

PS3 Add-ons

Dark Souls

• Artorias of the Abyss ($14.99) – Dark Souls: Artorias of the Abyss DLC will include all-new content from an untold chapter in the world of Lordran. Sent back to the past, the player will discover the story when Knight Artorias still lived.

Dead or Alive 5

• Round 2 Costumes – Full Set ($12.99) – Get the entire second round of costumes in one pack. All costumes from Kitty Pack, What a Character, and Special Set are included in this package. Twelve costumes in all!

Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit

• Pimp My Rabbit Pack ($2.99) – Unlocks 58 new masks and 11 new driller skins, some of which based on classic SEGA franchises such as Shinobi, Jet Set Radio, Crazy Taxi and more!
• Virtual Rabbit Missions ($4.99) – 50 new missions, adding more than 3 hours of gameplay, to be played in a brand new Virtual Reality world!

Just Dance 4

• Katy Perry – Part of Me ($2.99) – The world’s 1 dance game brand is back with Just Dance 4! Download Katy Perry’s Part of Me and keep the party going!

Mugen Souls

• Flashy Coordination (Free) – Here is a set of equippable items! Train one at a time or many at once! Create a party that is unique to you!
• Undisputed God Prudence Pack 2 (Free) – This a set of usable items for all you mid-level ultimate gods out there! The set includes, healing, revival and hot spring use items.
• G Up Pack 2 (Free) – I want to upgrade my items, but I just don’t have the points… Here is a present just for you with the points that are necessary to upgrade items, G Up!
• Point Pack 2 (Free) – I just can’t seem to get enough points… For those of you who feel this way, here is a currency boost containing G and a character strengthening boost containing Mugen Points.
• Jiggly Transmission and Equipment Pack 2 (Free) – Thank you for using the Jiggly Transmission!
• Here is a set of equippable items that will aid you on your adventure! This time, please find: gloves, a spear, a scythe, Dual Long and Short Blades and defense items!

One Piece Pirate Warriors

• DLC Pack ($14.99) – Continue Luffy’s journey to become the Pirate King with this exciting DLC bundle featuring special costumes and additional scenarios.

Pure Chess

• Halloween Chess Set ($2.49) – What better way to enjoy this spooky time of year than with the Pure Chess Halloween game pack! Inspired by fearsome fright night icons this beautifully rendered, mesmerizingly detailed pewter chess set will have you quaking in your boots! And it’s not just for Halloween – it can be used all year round…You’ll have a frighteningly good time playing Pure Chess with this ghoulish set. Download it – if you dare!

Rock Band 3 – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing song game tracks. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

• Brains Out ($0.99) – RIBS
• Break Free From Your Life ($1.99) – Design the Skyline
• Feelin’ Stronger Every Day ($1.99) – Chicago
• Make Me Smile ($1.99) – Chicago
• If You Leave Me Now ($1.99) – Chicago
• Chicago Pack 01 ($5.49) – This pack includes ‘Feelin’ Stronger Every Day,’ ‘If You Leave Me Now,’ and ‘Make Me Smile’
• Ode to a Centipede ($1.99) – Buckner & Garcia
• Slander ($1.99) – Dr. Acula
• Galileo ($0.99) – We Are The Storm

Sleeping Dogs

• Screen Legends Pack ($1.99) – Two legendary outfits combined in one pack, with a new buff and an exclusive weapon.
• SWAT Pack ($3.99) – 20 all-new and replayable ‘Cop Job’ missions, featuring a unique SWAT outfit & SWAT van.

Saints Row: The Third

• Tricks and Treats Pack ($3.99) – Horror? Bloodsucking? Witches AND Wieners? This Halloween season, Saints Row: The Third has you covered. We’re bundling our most frightening DLC packs into one low-priced super pack that will have you burning at the stake with glee. Trick or treat? We say, why not both?

Tekken Tag Tournament 2

• Bonus Movies Packs ($2.49 – $5.99) – Each pack contains a collection of movies taken from Tekken, Tekken 2, Tekken 3 and Tekken Tag.
• Bonus Track Packs ($2.49 – $4.49) – Each pack contains a various number of tracks taken from Tekken 4, Tekken 5 and Tekken 6.

Tokyo Jungle

• Animal Character Bundle 3 ($2.49) – Download this Animal Character Bundle 3 to play as the Homo Erectus, Businessman, Saber-toothed Tiger and ERC-X in TOKYO JUNGLE.
• Complete Animal Character Bundle ($6.99) – Download this Complete Animal Character Bundle to play as the Black Pomeranian, White Pomeranian, Silky Terrier, Fat Cat, Kangaroo, Giraffe, Panda, Crocodile, Homo Erectus, Businessman, Saber-toothed Tiger and ERC-X.
• Mawashi Costume (Free) – Download this costume and dress up your character in TOKYO JUNGLE.
• Famitsu Swag Costume (Free) – Download this costume and dress up your character in TOKYO JUNGLE.
• Pipo Helmet Costume (Free) – Download this costume and dress up your character in TOKYO JUNGLE.
• ERC-X Character ($0.99) – Download this character to play as the ERC-X Character in TOKYO JUNGLE.
• Saber-toothed Tiger Character ($0.99) – Download this character to play as the Saber-toothed Tiger Character in TOKYO JUNGLE.
• Businessman Character ($0.99) – Download this character to play as the Businessman Character in TOKYO JUNGLE.
• Homo Erectus Character ($0.99) – Download this character to play as the Homo Erectus Character in TOKYO JUNGLE.

Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception

• Various Multiplayer Taunts ($0.99 each) – Customize your multiplayer experience by downloading one of these new taunts: The Point, The Dougie, The Carlton 2, Stepdance, Skippy Dance, Ride It, Jump Freeze, Cossack, Cheerleader, Champion and Cabbage Patch.

Worms Revolution

• Funfair Pack ($4.99) – Roll up, roll up. Enjoy all the fun of the fair with these 5 new puzzles and theme. Experience new puzzles, weapons, customization and more.

XCOM: Enemy Unknown

• Elite Soldier Pack ($4.99) – Customize your squad with three new bonus items. Instantly unlock a new recruit in your barracks inspired by the original X-COM: UFO Defense. Outfit your soldiers with specialized armor upgrades including the new Hyperion and Reaper soldier armor kits. Customize your soldiers’ appearances with a variety of colors and tints for all armor sets.

Game Videos (Free)

• BORDERLANDS 2 COME AND GET ME TRAILER
• BORDERLANDS 2 LAUNCH TRAILER
• DOUBLE DRAGON NEON OFFICIAL TRAILER
• FAR CRY 3 THE SAVAGES TRAILER
• JET SET RADIO PREVIEW TRAILER
• NAUGHTY BEAR PANIC IN PARADISE HIT LIST VIDEO 5
• NAUGHTY BEAR PANIC IN PARADISE HIT LIST VIDEO 6
• NAUGHTY BEAR PANIC IN PARADISE VIDEO 8
• NBA 2K13 OFFICIAL TRAILER
• SONIC ADVENTURE 2 LAUNCH TRAILER

PS3 Avatars

• ASSASSIN’S CREED III – ATASATA AVATAR — $0.49
• ASSASSIN’S CREED III – CARPENTER AVATAR — $0.49
• ASSASSIN’S CREED III – MOUNTEBANK AVATAR — $0.49
• ASSASSIN’S CREED III – NIGHT STALKER AVATAR — $0.49
• ASSASSIN’S CREED III – THE COMMANDER AVATAR — $0.49
• ASSASSIN’S CREED III – THE LADY MAVERICK AVATAR — $0.49
• ASSASSIN’S CREED III – THE ROBBER AVATAR — $0.49
• ASSASSIN’S CREED III ALSOOMSE AVATAR — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Avatar Bundle 3 — $1.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Avatar Bundle 4 — $1.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Bones Avatar — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE ERC-003 Avatar — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Fat Cat Avatar — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Giraffe Avatar — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Homo Erectus Avatar — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Lion Boss Avatar — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Panda — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Saber-toothed Tiger Avatar — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Silky Terrier Avatar — $0.49
• TOKYO JUNGLE Tiger Avatar — $0.49

PS3 Themes

• Anne Stokes: Blood Moon Dynamic Theme — $2.99
• Anne Stokes: Dragon’s Fury Dynamic Theme — $2.99
• Anne Stokes: Immortal Flight Dynamic Theme — $2.99
• Digital Blasphemy: Accelerator Dynamic Theme — $2.99
• Digital Blasphemy: Octopus Garden Dynamic Theme — $2.99
• Digital Blasphemy: Phraxis Dynamic Theme — $2.99
• Digital Blasphemy: Poseidon Dynamic Theme — $2.99

Available In-Game Only (Not on PlayStation Store)

Rock Band 3

• Make Me Smile ($0.99) – Pro Guitar (In Game Only) – Chicago

Assassin’s Creed 3

• Assassin’s Creed III UPlay Passport – ($9.99)
• Assassin’s Creed III 155 Erudito Pack – ($4.99)
• Assassin’s Creed III 20 Erudito Pack – ($0.99)
• Assassin’s Creed III 380 Erudito Pack – ($9.99)
• Assassin’s Creed III 50 Erudito Pack – ($1.99)
• Assassin’s Creed III 925 Erudito Pack – ($19.99)

I recently spent some hands-on time with a near-complete version of Street Fighter X Tekken for PS Vita, ahead of its October 23rd PSN and retail launch. And I’ve gotta say, it’s the spitting image of its PS3 bigger brother with big, bold characters and detailed backgrounds running at PS Vita’s native screen resolution. But peer underneath those pretty graphics and you’ll find a wealth of new extras that make this the definitive version of Capcom’s crossover fighter.

The game comes equipped with every DLC fighter from the PS3 version — including PlayStation exclusives Cole McGrath, Kuro, Toro, Mega Man and Pac-Man, of course — as well as alternate costumes for every character in the base roster. Another nice touch is the ability to customize your character’s costume color, then share it with friends via PS Vita’s integrated geo-social app “near.” It’s also worth noting that any DLC costumes or Gems you purchased for the PS3 version will port over to the PS Vita version at no extra cost.

PS Vita’s front touchscreen is leveraged in several ways, most notably to create virtual buttons on the screen that you can reposition, resize, and assign to multi-button inputs — useful if you have a tough time pressing several buttons at once for some of the more elaborate moves.

A new “KO Monument” feature collects mementos of combatants you’ve defeated, while a new “Burst Kumite” single-player mode puts you against an endless battle of CPU opponents, including ghosts taken from multiplayer matches — handy if you’re not near a WiFi or 3G connection. The Gallery mode offers up the expected cinematics and soundtrack listening options, but also introduces an augmented reality feature that enables you to drop SF X Tekken characters into photos you take using your PS Vita.

Of course, you’ll be able to beat down PS3 and PS Vita combatants alike over WiFi thanks to the game’s full support for Cross Play. And if you happen to own SF x Tekken for your PS3, you can also tap into Cross Controller support and control the PS3 version using your PS Vita — handy, if you’re tapping into those multi-button touchscreen shortcuts, or if you just want to look extra cool.

There are a range of small tweaks to the various arena designs — some daytime stages are now set at night, and vice-versa. And if you squint hard enough, you’ll spot some new visual Easter Eggs, such as a cameo from Tekken’s affable velociraptor Alex in the Jurassic Era Research Facility.

Back on August 30, 1987, Capcom released Street Fighter in arcades, which seemed relatively innocuous until you gave it a second look. The graphics were average for the time, the voice acting was quite muffled, and the controls were strict and unforgiving. You could normally only choose a single character – a redheaded, red-shoed martial artist named Ryu – unless a second player came on, in which case they could play a blonde clone named Ken. Most people who play it would agree that it’s not the best game in the series, but there were people who saw its potential, and decided to continue the franchise with Street Fighter II. With that, one of the video games’ biggest icons stepped into the spotlight.

Over the past 25 years, Street Fighter has worked itself up from humble beginnings in the arcade to being a cultural phenomenon throughout the world. Millions of people interact with it every day, in a myriad of ways. In all truth, the fans define the franchise as much as the games. And it was these people who inspired the creation of the Street Fighter 25th Anniversary Collector’s Set.

This set represents the combined passion and enthusiasm of literally hundreds of people who have contributed to making Street Fighter games over the last 25 years, and serves as a love letter to anyone who cares about the franchise. When we first met to discuss the set’s creation, the two questions we asked were “What is the maximum amount of stuff we can get into this box?” and “How do we create something that celebrates all the different kinds of fans we have out there?” These questions helped lead us to one of the most intensive, thoughtful, and fan-oriented collector’s sets in Capcom history.

So, let’s look at our different sources of inspiration. What is Street Fighter? Well, the easiest place to start is with the games. Obviously, without the Street Fighter games, there would not be anything else. We included all the titles currently available for PlayStation 3, representing many of the series’ highlights. Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition and Street Fighter x Tekken are included as physical discs. We’re also including all of the costume DLC for SSFIVAE (that’s over 100 costumes!) and for SFxT, the 12 additional character DLC and all available Swap costumes. You can also download two of our digital titles, Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix and Street Fighter III: Third Strike Online Edition. With all of that, you’ll have something to play for whatever mood you’re in.

When you get your Collector’s Set for PS3, you are in for a special treat. Sony, being a big supporter of fighting game fans and Street Fighter fans in particular, actually came to us at Capcom and told us that they want to help celebrate the 25th Anniversary by offering additional content for PlayStation 3. As such, the PS3 set includes Street Fighter Alpha, Street Fighter Alpha 2, and Street Fighter Alpha 3 as PSone Classic titles; Street Fighter Alpha 3 Max as a PSP download, all downloadable content for Street Fighter III: Third Strike Online Edition, and lots of avatars (over 170). We are proud to be working with Sony to get this to you.

We knew from fan feedback that people also enjoy Street Fighter beyond just playing the games. One of the most pervasive ways that fans interact with the franchise away from consoles and arcades is through the artwork. The games are filled with great art, and this inspires a wide variety of artists from all over the world. We wanted to capture a piece of that, and bring recognition to some of the incredible pieces that have been created, so we put a call out to artists around the world to participate. We got hundreds of entries, but were eventually able to narrow it down to a select sample to be included in a 64-page hardcover art book.

I myself am a music lover, and Street Fighter’s music is recognizable to gamers and non-gamers alike. Whether it’s the iconic Street Fighter 2 main theme or the Guile theme (it really does go with everything!), Street Fighter has proven that throwing a punch is much better with music. So, we wanted to include something for audiophiles by providing 11 discs of music. This includes nine discs of soundtracks – covering Street Fighter, Super Street Fighter II Turbo, Street Fighter Alpha 3, Street Fighter III: Third Strike, Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition, and Street Fighter x Tekken – and two discs of fan-created music. As with the artwork, we asked people to send in their music. The talent in the response humbled us, and made it incredibly difficult to make our selections from the 300+ entries. However, we managed to create two CDs: one with remixes/remakes of existing themes, and one which is original music inspired by Street Fighter. Some of these fans have serious futures ahead of them, and it’s an honor to be able to include them in the Collector’s Set and make them a piece of the franchise’s history.

Then, of course, you have the collectors… the people who like to showcase items on their shelves. Here again, we have this group covered. Inside the large black box (which itself is a collectible), you’ll find an eight-inch statue of Ryu flying up with a Shoryuken. Not only is it a highly-detailed statue (the texture on his gi is some of the best I’ve seen on a figure that size), but the flames in the base even light up to show off at night. Then we have the life-size, embroidered Ryu replica belt, complete with the furinkazan kanji.

Continuing on, we have a two-disc Blu-Ray set, with over 12 hours of content. This features a lot of animated content, including the entirety of the incredibly cheesy (but-oh-so-fun) Saturday morning cartoon show from 1995, Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie (in my opinion, featuring some of the best fight scenes choreographed for any film, live-action or animated), Street Fighter IV: The Ties That Bind, and the Super Street Fighter IV Original Video Animation, aka the “Juri anime,” which is being released in English for the first time ever. However, the most exciting piece of video content is “I am Street Fighter,” a brand new documentary we commissioned. As you may have been able to tell through this post, Street Fighter has impacted many people’s lives, and vice-versa. That’s what this documentary looks at – the people who have influenced the Street Fighter franchise, and the people whose lives have been influenced by it. It’s a fascinating, and occasionally heartwarming look into the cultural phenomenon.

As you can see, we kept every type of fan in mind when creating the Street Fighter 25th Anniversary Collector’s Set and we’re incredibly proud to bring it to fans. In fact, there has never been a better time to be a Street Fighter fan. Whether you were there from the beginning, or just began in the past couple of years, you are part of a rich legacy and vibrant community. You can see both of these in action at our anniversary website.

You make Street Fighter what it is. You are Street Fighter. So from all of us at Capcom – thank you!

…Also, SHORYUKEN!!!

Resident Evil 6 is coming sooner than you think

We got to see an hour-long presentation on Resident Evil 6 that oozed with new information, including the announcement that the game’s release date has been brought forward to October 2nd, 2012.

The game features three playable characters – Leon S. Kennedy, Chris Redfield and Jake Muller – with three unique, intertwining stories that the player can choose to play through in any order. While the action takes place in various locations around the world, we do know that a large portion is set in China. If you’re wondering who Jake Muller is, he is a new character, a mercenary in Eastern Europe, and the son of maniacal sunglasses advocate, Albert Wesker. We saw a playthrough of some of Leon’s story, set in Tall Oaks University after a bio-terrorist attack that turns the American President into a zombie, forcing Leon to kill him and subsequently face the blame for his murder (that might sound like a spoiler for the whole plot but this all happened in the first four minutes).

Little things we noticed include the return of proper zombies. These aren’t brainwashed villagers – their skin is falling off, they love hiding behind corners and they make noises like neglected drains. We also noticed that the interface has been streamlined to make things like changing weapons and consuming green herbs easier on the fly. There are also more shooting controls, such as the ability to fire while laying on your back, and some fun contextual attacks. We also learned that Resident Evil 6 features drop-in and drop-out co-op throughout, both locally in split-screen and online.

Street Fighter X Tekken on PS Vita features 12 new characters and PS3 Cross Play

The fighting game equivalent of beans and hot dog sausages in the same tin is already making my teenage dreams come true on PS3 and is set for PS Vita later this year. More than a straight port, it includes 12 new characters that you will also be able to use in the PS3 version if you own copies on both formats. Those extra characters are (in their respective story pairs): Dudley and Elena; Christie and Lei; Sakura and Blanka; Lars and Alisa; Brian Fury and Jack X; Guy and Cody.

The portable version also supports Cross Play allowing you to crossover cancel against PS3 players, along with other PS Vita specific features, such as creating your own, customisable shortcuts using front and rear touch. The development team told us that there are more additions to come and, while we couldn’t get them to spill everything, they did suggest that they are looking into Augmented Reality and Near functions.

We’ll have a full interview with the game’s producer later in the week so here’s a preview where he reveals which of the new characters has the most unique play style:

“Lei Wulong from the Tekken side of the cast has some very interesting play styles. He fights in the ‘Drunken Fist’ style which has a few different stances, not dissimilar to Gen from Street Fighter 4. Players who are familiar with fighting games are going to find these stances – and the different move sets associated with them – very interesting.”

Lost Planet 3 Coming to PS3 in 2013

Lost planet 3 was announced with a trailer pointing to an ‘early 2013’ release date. Series creator Kenji Oguro told us that the third in the series is “the closest to our original vision of survival, exploration and discovery” and puts the player in control Jim, one of the early colonists on the planet E.D.N. III.

Set before the original Lost Planet, the game features such series hallmarks as a hostile, frozen world; giant alien enemies; and mech machinery – these are called ‘Utility Rigs’ this time around and, while they designed to aid construction, you’ll find yourself using their mechanical claw and drill to dispatch larger enemies in gruesome fashion.

DmC trailer includes new weapons and convenient pizza

When Ninja Theory Creative Director Tameem Antoniades told us that his team’s intention with DmC is to “Strip Dante down to his essence and build him back up as a character,” we didn’t realise quite how literal he was being until we saw this trailer:

We also got to play the game and can confirm that the combat will be reassuringly familiar to Devil May Cry fans. The additions the team have made are carefully thought out and include an easier to understand ranking system and two new weapons. Cyrus and the Arbiter – angel scythe and demon axe respectively – can be equipped on the fly using the L2 and R2 buttons and add an extra layer of strategy to the well-known sword and gun play.

So there you have it. We saw an awful lot more from the world of Capcom at Captivate 2012; if you have any questions about these games then please ask in the comments and I’ll answer if I can.

Elsewhere in the issue, the battle rages on in our Medal of Honor: Warfighter feature as we get our first look at EA’s second offensive front against rival Activision’s Call of Duty franchise. Warfighter’s focus on Tier One operatives and cinematic action sequences indicate it’s got its sights squarely set on the rumored but as-yet-unconfirmed Black Ops 2. We can’t wait to see the pyrotechnics when these two powerhouses meet on the field of battle.

But the announcement that’s got PTOM worked up this month is Assassin’s Creed III. With a new hero, renewed focus, and enthralling Revolutionary War setting, Ubisoft’s killer new title rebuts the notion that annual installments have diluted this franchises’s impact. We’ve also got big previews hits on crime thrillers Max Payne 3 and the resurrected Sleeping Dogs (previously known as True Crime: Hong Kong).

There’s no shortage of big reviews this month, either, with Mass Effect 3, Street Fighter X Tekken, Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City, and Silent Hill: Downpour leading the way. PS Vita games also continue to leave their mark with third-person shooter Unit 13, the venerable Plants vs. Zombies, and the quirky Escape Plan. Factor in a slew of hot PSN titles and we’ve definitely got more games than time this issue.

PTOM’s May issue arrives at newsstands today, Tuesday, April 10th. Grab it before it’s gone!

As previously announced, Mega Man and Pac-Man will be joining Cole from Infamous (as well as Toro and Kuro) as PlayStation 3 exclusive characters in Capcom’s upcoming Street Fighter X Tekken game. Playable characters Cole, Toro and Kuro are included on the disc and will be available to play when the game launches in North America tomorrow, March 6th.

Capcom’s Mega Man and Namco’s Pac-Man will be available as free downloads soon after, on Tuesday, March 13th. PS3 gamers…get ready…FIGHT!

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This week we welcome esteemed fighting game guru Seth Killian to the show. Capcom's Special Combat Advisor digs deep into Street Fighter x Tekken, including exclusive characters for PS3 and PS Vita, how characters are picked for the game, the very origins of Street Fighter, and how he made the transition from Illini Philosophy professor to International Street Fighter Ambassador. That actually happened.

We also share first impressions of Journey and Mass Effect 3, as well as the most-Platinum'd games in the history of PSN. And of course, we exclusively reveal what's coming to the PlayStation Store next week. Prepare your auditory canal - it's all on this week's PlayStation Blogcast!

The Cast

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

This week, the fight literally begins with Street Fighter X Tekken. Not only will we see head-to-head competition in the upcoming new game, but each gamer’s creativity will be tested when they must create new game characters and choreograph fight scenes for guest panelist, Capcom Special Combat Advisor, Seth Killian.

Check out this week’s preview of episode 4 below, and watch the full episode here. You can also watch the entire episode on the What’s New section of the XMB or download from the PlayStation Store when today’s update is published.

If you are looking to complete your PlayStation Home quest for The Tester 3, we have a marathon beginning Tuesday, March 6, where you can watch all previous episodes (1-4) in Theater 6. Be sure to stop in so you can rejoin the quest and earn limited edition “The Tester 3” shirts for your avatar!

Our fourth Twitter giveaway for The Tester 3 is next Monday, March 5. Follow @PlayStation to participate, and keep an eye out for a trivia question related to Episode 4. Congratulations to @_meridian for winning yesterday’s Episode 3 prize package!

For next week, the prize package is perfect for all you Street Fighter X Tekken fans:

• The Tester 3 t-shirt
• 1 month PlayStation Plus voucher
• Mad Catz Street Fighter X Tekken FightStickPro autographed by Seth Killian

As a reminder, please allow fans the chance to enjoy the show by NOT posting any spoilers in the comments below, or in the PlayStation forums.

Street Fighter X Tekken – New challenges and rewards await you this week in our exclusive Street Fighter X Tekken Total Game Integration event. For the first time in Home history, you can brawl using your avatars! Complete all 10 challenges to unlock Ryu and Kazuya costumes, which will allow you to throw fireballs and perform custom jump kick attacks. And if you pre-order Street Fighter X Tekken from Home you’ll even receive the Boost Gem Trial Pack 1 bundle, which increases your Vitality, Defense and Cross Gauge meter build-up speed in Street Fighter X Tekken!

The Wardrobe Wars/E3 Sweepstakes – Week 2 of our Wardrobe Wars/E3 Sweepstakes begins this Wednesday. All you have to do to enter is play Wardrobe Wars, the new game the pits players against one another in an ongoing fashion battle and rewards winners one-of-a-kind virtual items. We’ll be randomly selecting one winner a week at between now and March 21st, 2012 and sending them (plus one friend) on a gamers’ ultimate adventure to E3 2012. The prize package includes everything you’ll need – roundtrip airfare, hotel, transportation to and from the event, E3 pass, and plenty of spending cash! Be sure to read the Official Rules HERE then gear up for the challenge going on now in PlayStation Home!

Iron Fusion Samurai & Geisha Costumes –Four very different robots join Lockwood Publishing’s growing Iron Fusion family this week: Kojiro, Musashi, Ume and Matsu, powerful ancient robots of unknown origin. The former two are impressive and honorable Samurai Bots; the latter two are graceful and intelligent Geisha Bots. Explore their powers by trying out their custom animations!

Free Items for LOOT Space Apartment Owners – This week those of you that own the LOOT Space Apartment will find 45 free items accessible through the LOOT store and the LOOT EOD (Note: If you don’t own the Space Apartment you can still purchase these items from the LOOT Store. Also available this week from LOOT: The LOOT Animal Furnishings Bundle!

Brisk/Star Wars Event – Get your Lightsaber skills in check. Go to Pier Park and play the Jedi Training game to unlock exclusive rewards for your avatar, brought to you by Brisk and Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace 3D. Be sure to call **WARS (9277) to download Brisksaber, the all new Lightsaber app from Brisk and Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace 3D, you’ll earn additional exclusive gear for your PlayStation Home avatar (Msg & Data rates apply).

The Tester 3 Quest – Head to the Activity Board this Wednesday to take the newest Tester 3 Quest and unlock a special reward for watching the latest episode of this hit PlayStation Network reality show in the PlayStation Home Mall!

Costumes Sale – We have select costumes on sale this week – from CAS outfits to rock star get-ups, all at super-low prices. Head to the Costumes store in the PlayStation Home Mall this Wednesday to snatch up these killer costumes at sweet deals!

New Movies in the LOOT EOD – We have tons of new movies, TV shows and Anime coming to the LOOT EOD in PlayStation Home on March 1st including FAMILY BUSINESS, STEALTH, DESPERATE MEASURES, CHEECH & CHONG’S NICE DREAMS, AGAINST THE DARK, DIRTY, THE MARSH, CRUEL INTENTIONS, SCREAMERS: THE HUNTING, TRUE BELIEVER and much more!

The Frozen Peak Palace – We’re releasing a special preview space of the upcoming Frozen Peak Palace this week and we want you to come check it out and then tell us what you like, what you don’t, what we should save, and what we should scrap. Tour the Frozen Peak Palace when the preview space releases this Wednesday and then give us your feedback on the official PlayStation Home forums.

The French Chateau – We previewed this new personal space to you last week and are releasing it to the masses this Wednesday. Head to the Estates store in the PlayStation Home Mall to pick up this palatial property and show your friends how you roll, you international real estate mogul, you!

Huge Novus Prime Sale – Select items are 30-50% off this week only in Novus Prime! Suit up with the Power Mech and Rogue Mech outfits with in-game bonuses for $6.99; explore the Novus Prime universe with the Escalation Map Pack for only $1.49; deck out your spaceship with a new paint-job and pilot helmet bundle for $0.99, and much more!

New Collectibles – From a range of winter and summer wear from Billabong to Prototype 2 uniforms, we have yet another awesome array of items coming to the PlayStation Home Mall this week. Here’s Magnus to give you a quick overview of what we have in store for you this Wednesday!

Keeping with the tradition of the last few posts we’ve put up here for all you Home-boys and Home-girls, we want to use this as an opportunity to give you a sneak peek of some upcoming content. This week, we’ll look at three soon-to-be-released personal spaces. Bonus: These spaces will be available as both apartments and as clubhouses that you can share with your friends. What do you think? Let us know your thoughts in the Comments and/or over at the official PlayStation Home forums.

Moon Forest – Camping will never be the same after you spend a night in the Moon Forest. Complete with an outdoor fire pit, this three room exotic getaway is a great way to lose yourself in nature and spend time with friends. Reward yourself and your friends with exclusive camping gear furniture item, only available in the Moon Forest (Gift Machine is available in the Moon Forest apartment only).

Plum Tree Pavilion – Take a deep breath and inhale the soft sweet aroma of the Plum Tree Pavilion. Its gentle landscaping and exquisite architecture makes this space ideal for anyone who’s a fan of fishponds and rock formations, to own. Reward you and your friends with an exclusive Lantern furniture item, only available in the Plum Tree Pavilion (Gift Machine is available in the Plum Tree Pavilion apartment only).

Hillside – Built with a view in mind, the Hillside is the place to get away from the confines of a concrete jungle and bask in the luxury of a home away from home.

See you in Home!