Hi Everyone –
We kick things off this week with two of the biggest PlayStation 3 games of all time are making their way to digital release for the first time. Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune and Uncharted 2: Among Thieves are now available to download! Pick up both games as a bundle for $39.99, or purchase individually at $29.99.
The Amazing Spider-man hits theaters next week (and from the sounds of some early reviews, it sounds awesome) but the game is available for download today in the PS3 Full Games category. Navigate through the Manhattan skyline with the return of the fan-favorite, free-roaming, web-slinging gameplay. With classic villains, visceral combat choices, and an all-new epilogue story to the movie, this is a release no super hero fan should miss.
Resident Evil fans have a lot to look forward to with Resident Evil 6, but to satiate the hunger for zombie action, you may want to check out Resident Evil: Chronicles HD. This bundle of two amazing retellings of the early Resident Evil storylines features Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles and Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles (previously not available on PlayStation consoles), which have been remastered for the PlayStation 3 with HD graphics and PlayStation Move compatibility. It’s available at a discounted price over the retail release and an even greater discount with a PlayStation Plus membership.
PS Vita sees more great functionality with the YouTube App now available for download. With the YouTube application on PS Vita, you can watch millions of YouTube videos on PS Vita’s stunning 5” OLED screen. And with 3G, you can watch your favorite content – from comedy to gaming tips to viral videos – while you’re at home or on-the-go.
The online portion of GT Academy 2012 may have ended, but that doesn’t mean you should stop playing Gran Turismo 5! Arriving this week are two new exciting DLCs – The Twin Ring Motegi Pack and Scion FR-S 12. Check out the dedicated post for more info on this content.
PSP owners take note; there’s some great content this week including Unchained Blades. Featuring the work of developers from legendary games like Grandia and the Lunar series, this JRPG dungeon crawler boasts a unique combat system where teams of four characters battle and unchain monsters to unleash devastating abilities.
PlayStation Plus subscribers get some great updates today as well. You may have seen the news that the Journey Collector’s Edition is coming August 28th. While this amazing package will feature a TON of exclusive content (in game commentary, revealing documentaries, and more) PlayStation Plus members can now snag the core PSN Game Journey with a 20% discount for $11.99. You’ll also see the aforementioned Plus discount on new release Resident Evil: Chronicles HD, for 10% off, as well as 20 free Virtua Fighter 5 avatars to sport on your PSN profile. Note that next week we’ll be talking about the Plus outlook for July, so stay tuned.
Check out all the details below including Jeremy McGrath’s Offroad fishtailing on to the PlayStation Store, and additional content like new Dragon’s Dogma add-ons, and an all new Spy Costume Pack for PS Vita title Gravity Rush. Make sure you check out all the details below and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Don’t forget to check out the PlayStation Store Update thread on the PlayStation Community forums to discuss this week’s releases.
Here is the weekly PlayStation Store update:
PlayStation Plus
| Full Game Trials | Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune Full Game Trial Uncharted 2: Among Thieves GOTY Edition Full Game Trial |
| PS3 Games | Journey ($11.99) Madden 12 ($41.99) FIFA 12 ($41.99) Skullgirls ($11.24) Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune ($22.49) Uncharted 2: Among Thieves GOTY Edition ($23.99) RESIDENT EVIL CHRONICLES: HD COLLECTION (BUNDLE) ($24.29) |
| Avatars (free) | Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Akira Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Aoi Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Brad Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Dural Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Eileen Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown El Blaze Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Goh Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Jacky Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Jean Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Jeffry Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Kage Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Lau Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Lei-Fei Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Lion Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Pai Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Sarah Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Shun Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Taka-Arashi Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Vanessa Avatar Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown Wolf Avatar |
PSN Games
Jeremy Mcgrath’S Offroad ($9.99)
Jeremy McGrath’s Offroad is a white-knuckle, high-flying racer featuring the fastest and most furious four-wheeled off-road action this side of a real track.
ESRB rated E
File size 1.17 GB
PS3 Full Games
ORDER UP!! ($14.99)
Experience the dizzying life of a top-notch Chef and restaurateur as you prepare a variety of dishes on your way to building your own restaurant empire from the ground up! Explore an island paradise to discover and play in fun and unique locations.
ESRB rated E
File size 1 GB
THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN ($59.99)
Harness Spider-Man’s powers with Manhattan as your playground! Set shortly after the events of Columbia Pictures’ new film, The Amazing Spider-Man throws New York City’s brand new hero back into free-roaming, web-slinging action, as he protects the Big Apple from a deluge of unimaginable threats.
ESRB rated T
File size 6.69 GB
UNCHARTED: Drake’s Fortune ($29.99)
A 400-year-old clue in the coffin of explorer Sir Francis Drake leads Nathan Drake on a wild adventure to a forgotten island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Here Drake hunts for the fabled treasure of El Dorado.
ESRB rated T
File size 21.1 GB
UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves ($29.99)
With over 200 “GAME OF THE YEAR” awards, UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves – GAME OF THE YEAR EDITION is a MUST-HAVE!
ESRB rated T
File size 20.8 GB
UNCHARTED Greatest Hits Dual Pack ($39.99)
Purchase the UNCHARTED Greatest Hits Dual Pack and SAVE! You get both UNCHARTED: Drake’s Fortune and UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves GAME OF THE YEAR Edition for one low price!
ESRB rated
File size 42.22 GB
Resident Evil Chronicles: HD ($26.99)
Gear up for the ultimate Resident Evil shooting experience with RESIDENT EVIL: CHRONICLES HD COLLECTION.
File Size: 11.8 GB
Game Demos (free)
Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes
The Dynamic Duo of Batman and Robin join other famous super heroes from the DC Universe including Superman, Wonder Woman and Green Lantern to save Gotham City from destruction at the hands of the notorious villains Lex Luthor and the Joker. Collect 50 DC Comics characters, flex your new super abilities, and master new suits and gadgets. Players can also explore Gotham City and unlock a variety of cool vehicles.
ESRB rated E10+
File size 1.18 GB
PS3 Add-ons
Birds Of Steel Map Pack 2 ($7.99)
Map pack #2 – adds 7 single missions, 3 mission editor layout, 3 full Dynamic Campaigns and Versus maps.
File size 390 MB
Dragon’s Dogma add ons (x3) ($0.99 – $2.99)
Various add on content.
File size 707 KB – 36 MB
DUST 514: Bundle With Mercenary Pack ($19.99)
The DUST 514 Mercenary Pack Bundle contains everything new recruits would want to make a name for themselves. Download it now and make your mark on the galaxy!
File size 1.91 GB
Elevator Action HD – Additional Stages 6 ($1.99)
New DLC for ELEVATOR ACTION DELUXE has arrived! This update gives you five new stages to explore and master. Can you escape the building full of express elevators and other new features?
File size 11 MB
Gran Turismo 5 add ons (x2) (free – $5.00)
Various add on content.
File size 100 KB Each
LittleBigPlanet 2 Summer Seasonal Creator Kit (free)
Add new decorations and stickers to your LittleBigPlanet 2 experience with the Summer Seasonal Creator Kit. Download it today. Available for a limited time only. To download this pack, you must already own LittleBigPlanet 2.
File size 100 KB
Mad Riders: The Daredevil Map Pack ($2.99)
The Mad Riders are back for more action, this time in Africa ! Compete in two exclusive championships across Zambia to unlock new vehicles and defy your friends online in 10 exotic races.
File size 73 MB
Mass Effect 3 Extended Cut (free)
An expanded ending for Mass Effect 3. Additional scenes and an extended epilogue reveal the impact of Shepard’s choices on the future of the galaxy.
File size 1.78 GB
Record Of Agarest War 2 add ons (x9) (free – $7.99)
Various add on content.
File size 125 – 133 KB
Ridge Racer: Unbounded add ons (x4) ($2.99 – $4.99)
Various add on content.
File size 127 – 128 KB
Rocksmith – Godzilla By Blue Oyster Cult ($2.99)
File size 2.72 MB
Rocksmith – Hit Me With Your Best Shot By Pat Benatar ($2.99)
File size 2.36 MB
Rocksmith – My Sharona By The Knack ($2.99)
File size 3.78 MB
SingStar Song Packs ($6.99)
File size 333.6 MB
The Pinball Arcade add ons (x2) ($4.99 each)
Various add on content.
File size 100 KB – 34 MB
Rock Band 3
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.
- “BEFORE HE CHEATS” – Carrie Underwood ($1.99)
- “COWBOY CASANOVA” – Carrie Underwood ($1.99)
- “GOOD GIRL” – Carrie Underwood ($1.99)
- Artist pack ($19.99) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game album: CARRIE UNDERWOOD PACK 01. This pack includes “Before He Cheats”, “Cowboy Casanova”, “Good Girl”. By Carrie Underwood.
File size: 18 MB – 24 MB (singles), 64 MB (track pack)
Rock Band Network v2.0
- “ANUBIS” – Septicflesh ($1.99)
- “BY YOUR COMMAND” – Devin Townsend ($1.99)
- “CREATURES OV DECEPTION” – Rainbowdragoneyes ($0.99)
- “IMPULSE” – An Endless Sporadic ($0.99)
- “SURFACE” – Imperative Reaction ($1.99)
File size: 16 MB – 68 MB (singles)
PS Vita Add-Ons
Gravity Rush Spy Costume Pack ($3.99)
The Gravity Rush Spy Costume Pack includes a brand new costume for Kat and contains 4 extra missions, including 2 Side Missions and 2 Challenge Missions. The Side Missions will be playable after completing Episode 11 in the main game. The Challenge Missions will become available after completing Episode 8 in the main game. The costume will be available upon completion of the first side mission in this DLC.
File size 100 KB
Table Soccer Match Day Game Pack ($0.99)
Download the new $.99 Table Soccer Match Day Game Pack DLC and receive tons of goodies including: – 20 New Teams including China, Panama, Ukraine, and many more. – 3 New Soccer Balls – 3 New Scoreboards Weather Effects – Snow, Rain, Wind – More Match Set-up Options – Team Members (3, 5, 7) / Game Times ( 3 and 4 Minutes) / Turn Amounts (3 and 5 flicks) – 2-4 Player Pass Around Tournament Mode
File size 100 KB
THE PINBALL ARCADE ADD-ON 2: CIRQUS VOLTAIRE AND FUNHOUSE ($4.99)
Add-on Pack 2 for the Pinball Arcade: Cirqus Coltaire and funhouse. Purchasing this content entitles you to both the PS3 and PS Vita versions!
File size 34 MB
Updates
Bionic Commando Rearmed 2 (Sale) (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $14.99)
Enigmo – Minis (Sale) (PSP) (now $1.99, original price $3.99)
Flock (Sale) (PS3) (now $2.99, original price $9.99)
Monster Hunter Freedom Unite Digital (Sale) (PSP) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo (Sale) (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Avatars
Dynasty Warriors 7 avatars (x20) ($0.49)
Dynasty Warriors Next avatars (X10) ($0.49)
Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown (x20) ($0.49)
Warriors Orochi 3 (x16) ($0.49)
Game Videos (free)
Assassin’S Creed III E3 Cinematic Trailer
Damage Inc. Pacific Squadron WWII – Game Story Trailer
Dirt Showdown: Nevada 8-Ball Trailer
Dungeon Twister: Launch Trailer
FIFA Soccer 13 E3 Gameplay Trailer
Magic: The Gathering – Duels Of The Planeswalkers 2013 Gameplay Trailer
Rainbow Moon Trailer
Sonic The Hedgehog 4 Episode II Lock-On Trailer
PS Vita Game Videos (free)
Assassin’s Creed III Liberation Announcement Trailer
PS3 Themes
My Pet Zombie: Back Alley ($2.99)
S.L. Benfica 2011-12 Team(Eng) ($2.99)
S.L. Benfica 2011-12 Team(Por) ($2.99)
PSone Classics
Disney’s The Little Mermaid II ($5.99)
Explore the wonders of the ocean with Ariel and her daughter Melody in this exciting adventure!
ESRB rated E
File size 333 MB
PlayStation Store for PSP
Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 Storefront)
Unchained Blades ($29.99)
Join brash and spiteful Fang in his quest for revenge against the goddess in this story-driven dungeon-crawler in a world populated by mythical beings. With a four member battle party consisting of a diverse mix of supporting characters such as a cowardly golem prince, a shy medusa girl, and a rebellious phoenix princess, explore grid-based dungeons and dispose of monsters in classic turn-based battles, all in first-person view.
ESRB rated T
File size 286 MB
PSP minis (also available from PS3 Storefront)
Farm Frenzy Pizza Party ($4.99)
Is there any chance the PSP versions of Final Fantasy I & II will ever come out on PSN? I don’t know why North America’s PSN doesn’t have them, but they’re up on the Japanese and European PSNs.
Thanks!
when is hulu coming to the vita?
Awesome update!
Are there any plans to make more PSP games become playable on Vita?
THE ABSOLUTE HIGHEST PRIORITY two are some legacy titles; Brave Story and Phantasy Star Portable 2.
I know they’ve been removed from the PSN, but people who already paid good money for them can download them still… and are cut off from doing anything with them if we upgraded from PSP to the wonderful new PSVita.
I’ve seen video proof that Phantasy Star Portable 2 works flawlessly on the Vita (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQG__C4fUI0)… so with it out in the open that it isn’t a technical issue, isn’t it only fair that those of us who paid good money can play it on our Vitas?
I’d definitely love to continue getting my $39.99+tax worth since I wasn’t one of the lucky few that got it for $14.99
@ Morgan Haro
Awesome! Thank you!
Europe is in WEEK THREE of its amazing Vita sale, but expect Morgan to once again ignore this comment and avoid why US users have had ZERO Vita sales.
SONY WERES THE DOCTOR WHO GAME FOR THE VITA?
WEVE BEEN WAITING FOR A LONG TIME.
Hey Morgan, the Journey sale for PS+ doesn’t show up for me. Even though I already own it, it doesn’t have any sort of special PS+ price for to show that’s on sale like it should. I had to use an alternate US account for it to finally show up, so this seems like a bug that you might want to alert the PS Store team about. I know it’s not a big deal, but anything that’s on sale should show up as being on sale regardless of whether I own it or not. I bought it while it was on sale a week early for PS+ people if that helps pinpoint the issue.
It seems to be like the weird bug that causes Wipeout HD to not show up outside of a search and even then, I can’t look at the game’s page in the store despite owning it and the Fury add-on. I shouldn’t have to dig through my download history to get things that haven’t been taken down from the PS Store.
Why is it that after five years of being able to use my credit card on the PSN store, that my credit card details are all of a sudden ‘invalid’. I know I’m not the only one with this problem and customer service suggesting I purchase PSN cards is downright ridiculous. Not too bright to try to sell me on a Vita during the call either – if I can’t purchase anything digitally, why the hell would I even consider one?
Until this gets fixed, the PSN store will unfortunately not be seeing any of my money.
Another week no Vita sales while Europe has had major sales on PSN, RETAIL, and PSP vita games
PS Vita Games Discount o Freebies any time soon?
The lack of Vita-compatible new releases of PSP games is kinda disconcerting. Did we literally hop on the ‘all digital PSP titles will be backwards compatible’ bandwagon too early and get burned for it?
May I ask why Unchained Blades was allowed to come out with out Vita certification complete? It is frustrating enough that not all PSP titles previously released are on the PSN for download…but a NEW title? (Even if for NA territories) Seriously, why?
Anyone who complains about PS1 games really should look into getting a Japanese PSN account, getting points for it isn’t hard either.
It has Rival Schools, that alone should justify giving it a chance.
Pinball Arcade is listed twice for both DLC. Both are the download for the Vita. PS3 version is missing. Store is full of errors.
PS3 Add-ons-missing
The Pinball Arcade add ons (x2) ($4.99 each)
Various add on content.
File size 100 KB – 34 MB
PS Vita Add-Ons-posted twice as well as previous DLC update.
THE PINBALL ARCADE ADD-ON 2: CIRQUS VOLTAIRE AND FUNHOUSE ($4.99)
Add-on Pack 2 for the Pinball Arcade: Cirqus Coltaire and funhouse. Purchasing this content entitles you to both the PS3 and PS Vita versions!
File size 34 MB
I bought the new Pinball Arcade DLC packs, each downloaded a 100kb keyfile for the PS3. When I load the game, the new tables aren’t there. I want to play what I just spent $10 on!
fix is coming later today via a patch; sorry about this =|