Hey, everyone. It’s time again for the weekly PlayStation Store update.
PULSE
Pulse 4/23 Edition (free)
Join host Christina Lee for PULSE presented by the PlayStation Network. New video arrivals include Quantum of Solace, political thriller Frost/Nixon, Sci Fi Channel’s Caprica, and the latest season of MTV hit, The Hills. We also take a look at the classic turn-based combat of Worms, the PixelJunk Eden Encore expansion pack, and downloadable content for Cuboid.
File size: 193 MB (HD) 312 MB (1080)
Add-on Game Content
LittleBigPlanet Heavenly Sword Mini-Pack ($2.99)
Get costumes and stickers from the Heavenly Sword universe to enhance your LittleBigPlanet experience!
File size: 1.04 MB
LittleBigPlanet Creator Pack 1 (free)
What to get some hints on how to be a better LittleBigPlanet Creator? Download this pack and and get options and tutorials that will take you the next level, including:
- INFINITE LIVES CHECKPOINT
- TWEAKABLE VISIBILITY FOR CONNECTORS
- TWEAKABLE ANGLE RANGE FOR SWITCHES
- GLOBAL SETTINGS OBJECT
- TETHERLESS JETPACK AND ENHANCEMENT REMOVER
File size: 1.04 MB
Disgaea 3 – Absence of Justice Curtis ($1.99)
This package file adds a new custom character called Curtis from Disgaea.
File size: 1.22 MB
Disgaea 3 – Absence of Justice Prinny Curtis ($1.99)
This package file adds a new custom character called Prinny Curtis from Disgaea.
File size: 1.22 MB
The Godfather II – Jack Of All Trades ($3.99)
Jimmy Lira: The ONLY recruit who can ultimately be upgraded to have every specialty in the game! Jimmy Lira starts out with the arsonist, engineer, medic, and safecracker specialties, and comes equipped with a level 2 machine gun – the MP38. He appears in the NY Don’s office when New York is first unlocked, and in your NY safehouse at all times after that.
File size: 100 KB
The Godfather II – Level 4 Firearms Package ($3.99)
These five firearms are exactly what a Don needs to put his family on top! Each weapon can be equipped by you and your family, and used in multiplayer matches. This collection includes the Modern Dillinger, the .700 Magnum Impact, the Herzstopper, the MG-S1 Sniper Wolfe, and the Street Sweeper. Equips once New York is unlocked.
File size: 100 KB
The Godfather II – The Pentangeli Map Pack ($6.75)
This pack includes the Cuba multiplayer map and the Junkyard multiplayer map. The Cuba map is entirely outdoors and perfectly suited for large battles, featuring plenty of cover and strategic chokepoints for your team to defend and take over. The Junkyard features structures with several tiers to explore and defend. Use elevation to your advantage to get a drop on the competition.
File size: 98 MB
The Godfather II – The Corleone Bundle ($9.99)
This bundle includes all premium content: all level four weapons, the jack of all trades (Jimmy Lira) crew member, and the multiplayer map pack. Truly perfect for those who aspire to be the Don of all Dons. Jimmy Lira appears in the NY Don’s office when New York is first unlocked, and in your NY safehouse at all times after that. The level four weapons equip once New York is unlocked.
File size: 98 MB
Mahjong Tales: Ancient Wisdom Booster Pack ($4.99)
The Mahjong Tales: Ancient Wisdom Booster Pack features 25 new layouts to beat in Infinity Mode and a Level Editor that allows players to create a new layout from scratch that can be shared with other gamers by hosting an online multiplayer game on the custom layout. Also included is a series of new Trophies obtainable by only the most dedicated Mahjong players. Highly-requested mouse support is also available now via a free patch download.
File size: 100 KB
Midnight Club Los Angeles – South Central Vehicle Pack 2 ($2.99)
South Central Vehicle Pack 2 brings even more power and status, featuring the 2008 Cadillac XLR, the 2008 Lancer Evolution X, the 2007 Aston Martin DB9 and the free 2008 Ducati 1098 R.
File size: 1.7 MB
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Pack 1 (free)
Download Storm Pack 1 and unleash the legendary First Hokage as your support character in battle. The Storm Pack 1 also contains new Ultimate Mission to engage!
File size: 100 KB
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Pack 2 (free)
Download Storm Pack 2 and unleash the legendary Second Hokage as your support character in battle. The Storm Pack 2 also contains new Ultimate Mission to engage!
File size: 100 KB
Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.
- “I Know Where You Came From”— Hautwerk ($1.99)
- “Stop Start Again”— Hautewerk ($1.99)
- “Alone in My Head”— Hautewerk ($1.99)
- Hautewerk Pack 01 ($5.49) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: Hautewerk Pack 01. This pack includes: “Alone in My Head,” “I Know Where You Came From,” and “Stop Start Again” by Hautewerk.
- “Ridin’ the Storm Out”— REO Speedwagon ($1.99)
- “Roll With the Changes”— REO Speedwagon ($1.99)
- “Take It on the Run”— REO Speedwagon ($1.99)
- “Blue Collar Man (Long Nights)”— Styx ($1.99)
- “Renegade”— Styx ($1.99)
- “Too Much Time on My Hands”— Styx ($1.99)
- “Can’t Stop Rockin’”— Styx/REO Speedwagon ($1.99)
- REO Speedwagon/Styx Pack 01 ($10.99) – This pack includes: “Ridin’ the Storm Out,” “Roll With the Changes,” and “Take It on the Run” by REO Speedwagon, “Renegade,” “Blue Collar Man (Long Nights),” and “Too Much Time on My Hands ‘09” by Styx, and “Can’t Stop Rockin’” by Styx/REO Speedwagon.
File sizes: 21 MB – 49 MB (singles), 71 MB – 243 MB (track packs)
Guitar Hero World Tour
For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com
- “Iron Fist” by Motörhead ($1.99)
- “Jail Bait” by Motörhead ($1.99)
- “Love Me Like A Reptile” by Motörhead ($1.99)
- Motörhead Track Pack ($5.49) – Downloadable Track Pack for Guitar Hero World Tour featuring “Jail Bait”, “Iron Fist”, and “Love Me Like A Reptile” by Motörhead. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading.
File sizes: 31 MB – 37 MB (singles), 102 MB (track pack)
Saints Row 2: Ultor Exposed ($9.99)
Help disgruntled Ultor microbiologist Tera Patrick expose the megacorp’s seedy operations to the world. Battle through three all new co-op enabled missions.
File size: 158 MB
Sonic Unleashed Holoska Adventure Pack ($2.99)
Download an all-new Holoska adventure! Covered in snow, this northern land dotted with houses made of ice will let you play four daytime & two nighttime stages, but be warned – you’ll have to maneuver through some icy caverns and sharp icicles! This pack includes four brand new stages and two new missions.
Be sure and download the other location packs to unleash the full Sonic experience!
Note: These stages are accessed in Holoska, so unlocking Holoska is a requirement to play these additional stages.
File size: 236 MB
Tom Clancy’s HAWX – European Assault Pack ($4.99)
Take the lead in the multi-role carrier borne version of the Dassault Rafale, the robust Saab-37 Viggen and two Mirage planes designed for nuclear strike and long-range interception. Fly the delta winged FB-22 prototype bomber, based on the cutting edge design of the F-22 Raptor. In addition, you get the advanced experimental XA-20 Razorback featured in EndWar.
File size: 1.95 MB
Game Demos (free)
Red Faction: Guerrilla Demo
Alec Mason arrives on Mars hungry for a new life, but the promise of a brighter future quickly fades after a tragic encounter with the oppressive Earth Defense Force. Lead the revolution against the EDF using guerrilla tactics and strategic destruction in an epic battle for control of the Red Planet.
ESRB Rated M
File size: 732 MB
UFC 2009 Undisputed Demo
So you want to be a fighter! Then download the demo featuring playable UFC Fighters Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua! UFC 2009 Undisputed is an explosive fighting game detailing the action, intensity and attitude of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA).
ESRB Rated T
File size: 561 MB
Game Videos (free)
Pulse 4/23 Edition
File size: 193 MB (HD) 312 MB (1080)
Patapon 2: Multiplayer Trailer
File size: 61 MB (HD)
Patapon 2: Hero Trailer
File size: 59 MB (HD)
Alpha Protocol Developer Diary 1
File size: 117 MB (HD)
Alpha Protocol Developer Diary 2
File sizes: 140 MB (HD)
Bayonetta Story trailer
File size: 79 MB (HD)
Movie, TV and Blu-ray Disc Trailers (free)
Not Easily Broken Blu-ray Trailer
File size: 95 MB (HD) 120 MB (1080)
The Da Vinci Code Blu-ray Trailer
File size: 52 MB (HD) 65 MB (1080)
What Doesn’t Kill You Blu-ray Trailer
File size: 123 MB (HD) 153 MB (1080)
PS3 Themes
Ladies of Cinco de Mayo ($1.49)
File size: 5.58 MB
Sexy Referee ($1.99)
File size: 5.44 MB
Spring Flowers ($1.49)
File size: 5.43 MB
PlayStation Store for PSP
Downloadable Games
Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters ($15.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
The PSP system debut of Ratchet and Clank, taking the franchise back to its gameplay roots with all new weapons and gadgets, plus wireless multiplayer gaming.
While on a much needed vacation, Ratchet and Clank’s rest and relaxation time is suddenly cut short as they soon find themselves lured into a mysterious quest. Following the trail of a kidnapped girl, Ratchet and Clank rediscover a forgotten race of genius inventors known as the Technomites. They soon uncover a plot more dangerous than they could have imagined.
Download this PSP system classic game today to jump into the action!
Key Features:
- New and returning weapons and gadgets, including the Shocker, Agents of Doom and Shrink Ray
- Utilize the all-new customizable armor system themed for various gameplay to gain upgrades and advance through challenging action-packed areas.
- Gain access to different vehicles to compete in races and combat enemies in intense battlefield missions.
ESRB Rated E 10+
File size: 762 MB
Game Videos (free)
Pulse 4/23 Edition
File size: 34 MB
Patapon 2 Multiplayer Trailer
File size: 9.44 MB
Patapon 2 Hero Trailer
File size: 9.21 MB
Resistance: Retribution Multiplayer Featurette
File size: 17 MB
Resistance: Retribution Accolades Trailer
File size: 9.52 MB
PSP Themes
Ladies of Cinco de Mayo ($1.49) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 494 KB
Sexy Referee ($1.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 468 KB
lame, I pre-ordered LBP for the Nariko code, and now I have to PAY to get the extra content?
Still hoping to be able to buy some PSX games soon, Been in the mood for some Breath of fire 3 & 4, Tomba 1&2, And many more.
I’ll be grabbing the UFC demo, Looks good!
@45 schmeidenkamp. I’ve been speaking about psp support for a while and we just got ratchet and clank. things are changing
Some advice for Sony America, give us PS1 Classics please!! People are getting unhappy…most people don’t care about new themes that cost money….if you are listening to the majority of your fans, then you would know this!!! Atleast give us an idea of when we can expect them….are you even working on getting any in the store this year?? Let us….the fans of your product know what is going on….
Two weeks in a row, the store update has been a tad lacking. Oh well, there’s always next week.
as far as psnetwork ps1 games i was wondering if they are ever gonna have a final fantasy 7 ps1 download on the ps store?
NO PS1 GAMES….ONCE AGAIN
I’m sure glad the US store is keeping pace with the Japanese store when it comes to releasing PS1 games!
I’m sure being able to play RE 1 and 2, MGS, Xenogears, Final Fantasy 7, and Grandia is right around the corner for us people outside of Japan right?
@53 well glad to see that you are happy, but personally I could care less about the psp crap. I owned a psp for about a year when they first came out, never played it, ebayed it
Wow, lots of people looking for PSN and PSOne games… yet Sony of America continues to NOT deliver. Typical.
My IQ just dropped by 20 points.The PS1 begging and the “Sony failing”is really pissing me off. There are enough PS1 games on the store, and even if they did come out with PS1 games, I doubt that anyone of you saying that Sony “fails hard” would buy that PS1 game. Just shut up and enjoy your PS3 GAMES.
Grace why cant you guys add the increment of $1 to the add funds options???? It frustrating to be cents away from a purchase and not be able to buy it b/c I’m a couple of cents short from the $5 option. Can you guys do something about this, Please???????????
Looking foward to downloading the Creater Pack for LBP today. Seems nice to have something like that when creating levels for free. Are there any plans for a PSN sale anytime soon? I know Europe got one a few weeks ago for the one year anniversary of PSN that launched in Europe and they had alot of the older PSN games for sale. Would be nice to see something like that over here.
@Jezer29, its likley because of credit card processing fees that Sony incurs when you add funds. Alot of business’s have minimum ammounts that they will charge to a credit card.
Cristal Defenders? Final Fantasy VII? Any good classic PS1 RPG??? Where??? WHEN?????
Why does Galactrix keep getting delayed? Why no Peggle? It’s Earth Day this week and no Trash Compactor or whatever that game was? Well, at least there’s some PS1 titles, oh wait…
At first I was thinking this wasn’t a bad week for the PSP, seeing another PSP title released for download. And then as I went over the rest of it, again noted the costly themes.
I lament the lack of Playstation games or any decent new content this week, so hopefully we see something better next week (and eventually that we get to download videos straight to our PSP’s).
@52:
They are PSone games! Not PSX! The PSX was a Sony System that only launched in Japan and failed big time! It was pulled from the market in less then 6 months!
The PSone was released as a result featureing better Memory cards, Rumble Controllers (Made Standard on the PSone BTW) A set of bumpers: The orignal PS system had no bumpers at all, these were added in the PSone revision) A better and faster CPU: Supported full32 bit color over 16 bit of the older system, more Internal Memory: 800MBs over the older 425MBs. Also it was Smaller and had a much easyer to open disk tray, as well as an S-Vido cable, and full Stero sound support: The PS system only had right and left chanel Mono sound support.
Really? Not 1 PSN game? Thats a real disappointment. I’ve purchased every PSN game for the past 3 months regardless of if I liked it or not. I want to support this network.
Where will my $ go Sony? Most DLC I don’t own the disc games for!
That’s a lot of content!
RPGs!!! Where are they!? Demon’s Souls?!
Thanks for all the PS1 classics Sony! Way to step your game up.
I dont get why developers post “free DLC”, like LBP, UTIII, Hot Shots Golf, and High Velocity Bowling…why not add it in a patch so that everyone gets these tools mandatory? Instead a ton of people are going to miss out on these features because they didn’t bother to look in the store.
Sorry one more rant,
1. themes that cost money and suck at the same time are pointless.
2. Im sick of having these same lame @$$ avatars for going on 3 years now
3. Video rentals and the price to download and ‘own’ a movie is astronomical.
and agreed and the guy who wants smaller increments to add money into you wallet
GOD OF WAR III PREMIUM THEME, and FAT PRINCESS PLEASE!!!
I just read all the comments and I’m very MAD at some of you. Last week you guys wanted demos and now you got demos. Then now, you are complaining about how there’s no new games this week. That’s all you people do? Complain? Good god, you guys just cant be pleased.. The stuff you guys want will come when the time’s right. Be grateful for once
[This post ONLY refers to this week’s PS Store for PSP Update.]
It’s nice seeing the PSP getting some new PS Store content this week (as opposed to last week’s repeat of mid-late October ’08 drought). I’ll probably tryout those Patapon 2 trailers, but I’ll avoid that Ratchet & Clank game since I was never interested in that series. Thanks and hopefully the PS Store for PSP updates will get better soon especially since the PSP has to contend with both the iPod Touch AND DSi.
agree with #75.
I can’t believe they still haven’t updated the avatars…IT’S BEEN THREE YEARS!
What’s up with the “Premium” themes? They’re everything BUT premium.. they all look horrible and they’re not worth the price of admission. These themes should be free.. not to mention contrary to popular belief.. gamers arent all nerds who enjoy looking at anime girls.. what a joke..
Am i just crazy or does the creators pack for LBP add NOTHING. Ive downloaded it twice and theres no new tutorials or items or options for anything, the only new options i can tell are switch angle adjust, but that came out with the last patch. So wtf is going on here ?
@76.
I agree. I have no clue what the hell is up with these immature people. “No demos? FAIL.”
And now, we have demos, now they attack it for ps1 games.
“No PS1 games? MASSIVE FAIL”
What stupid idiots..
@68:
Are you serious? Do me a favor, take a breather and relax. Its a simple mistake & you knew exactly what I meant. Back when we had the console my family & friends referred to it as a PSX so it stuck with me.
agree with #79
plus, anyone can create their own themes with anything they want…and they are FREE!!!
Argh! I’ve been waiting 6 months for the Nariko LBP costume, buying up all the less-important LBP DLC, and my wallet is literally empty this week! Come on payday…
Nice to see another PSP game going up for download. Put Resistance: Retribution up, please! If you put Phantasy Star Portable up, I’ll buy it again just to save my battery and loading times- and I already bought a copy for myself and one for my friend.
Silent Hill on PS1 needs to go up ASAP, too. Europe got it a few weeks ago, so I’m sure it wouldn’t take much to get it on the US Store. PLEASE make it happen as soon as possible!
@81, we’re not idiots cause we want the same crap that japan has had for a while now
and UFC is a joke and the red faction demo is crap. I saw the THQ logo flash and though ‘aww damn’
Argghhh figures I order Ratchet & Clank UMD for my PSP yesterday, and a 16Gb memory stick, and today you release it on PS Store.
Where’s all the other hundreds of PSP titles converted from UMD? :)
Nice update… cant wait to get home and spend some money!!!
Crystal Defenders????!!!
Nothing really worth while. I mean the LBP I will download but as for that nothing really that great. Where are the games at? Only DLC? Oh well just hope next week is better.
Don’t know what happened, but did anyone ever mention if there is going to be cross game chat, or an in-game voice party system?
This would be awesome. Hate to beat a dead-horse.
WCM
How the heck is this a small update?? O-O
Sweet, Sonic Unleashed.
And Heavenly Sword on LBP. A good DLC day for me.
The UFC Demo is great but too bad my roommate will not be able to enjoy it on His TV, due to the fact that it will not work on a Standard Definition TV. Uh Oh get on the ball and fix that. Otherwise great update and I am the KING of EA HOME SPACE RACING. Haven’t lost yet. Red Faction is a DAY ONE BUY FOR ME!!! SICK SICK SICK THAT GAMES IS JUST SICK. I LOVE IT, DESTROY EVERYTHING!
Pretty awesome, thank you Grace Chen
guys from playstation on here can you answer this question for me please. why is puzzle quest glactrix not in the sotre today? hmmmmm cause im pretty sure the date was april 23rd by you guys. would appriciate a complete answer on this thanks
When is the Punisher game coming out ?
@76:
No matter what Sony puts up, people will find something to complain about. If they put up FFVII on the store, people will complain about when Resident Evil or Xenogears come out. If they put those games out, they’ll complain about no PSN games or demos. If they have an update that has all these things, trust me, they’ll find something else to complain about. That’s what most gamers do: complain.
As far as this update is concerned, I am stoked that Ratchet and Clank is available for the PSP. I just got my PSP a couple of days ago and I loved Ratchet and Clank on PS3. I am definitely buying this one as I want to purchase all of my games through the PSN store.
WHERE IS MY CROSS GAME VOICE CHAT?
BUT I LOVE THE STORE UPDATE I CAN SAY MY PS3 STAYS ON EVERYWEEK SONY CAN U PLEASE AND SKYPE TO GET CROSS GAME VOICE CHAT THIS TEXTING IN GAME BORES ME FRIEND….
sweet FREE LBP DLC, and NARUTO PACKS!! yeaaa :D
Are you guys finished releasing PSone games? Was Suikoden the last one?
My god at least tell us.
smh