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by Published on June 27th, 2012 22:46- Categories:
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One of the key figures in the recent history of PlayStation has distanced himself from the business.
Kaz Hirai has resigned his position of chairman of Sony Computer Entertainment. His role as Sony Corporation president remains unaffected.
He will retain the role of part-time board member of SCE, meaning that a small link remains between the pair.
Hirai played a key role in stabilising Sony’s games business after the departure of “the father of PlayStation” Ken Kuturagi in April 2007.
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/kaz-h...hairman/098590
...by Published on June 25th, 2012 22:33- Categories:
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The latest PS3 firmware update is coming out tomorrow.PS3 System Software Update 4.20 will include a handful of new tweaks to increase the system's usability, Sony has announced on the EU PlayStation Blog.First and foremost, you'll now be able to select multiple saved data items at once, so you can move or delete info en masse rather than have to painstakingly shift them over one at a time.Less thrillingly, the power-save mode has been altered so the system will automatically turn off after an hour of no use by default, as per SCEE regulations. These settings can be altered via the System Auto-Off section under Settings in the dashboard.The audio for Sony's official wireless stereo headset has been tweaked as well. The last system update enabled players to hear their own voice through the headset in a feature called Sidetone. The new firmware will make the feedback adjustable by letting players select one of five volumes for their microphone, or turn this feature off altogether.Virtual surround sound will also be enabled for those using the wireless stereo headset to watch movies on Blu-ray or DVD.More details will be revealed on the US PlayStation Blog once the update goes live tomorrow....
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/20...oming-tomorrowby Published on June 25th, 2012 20:05- Categories:
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Two British teenagers have admitted they participated in DDoS attacks on Sony and others
Two members of "hacktivist" group LulzSec have pleaded guilty to hacking Sony and other companies with DDoS (distributed denial of service) attacks. Ryan Cleary, 20, and Jake Davis, 19, both admitted to the Southwark Crown Court that they took part in the attacks on Sony, Nintendo, 20th Century Fox, NHS and others. Cleary pleaded guilty to six of eight charges filed by London prosecutors at a hearing today, while Davis pleaded guilty to two of four charges.
Cleary, who is already jailed in the UK was indicted earlier this month by a federal grand jury in Los Angeles. His attorney has said she would "fiercely contest" any moves to extradite her client to America.
"Cleary is a skilled hacker. He controlled his own botnet, employed sophisticated methods and his broad geographic scope affected a large number of businesses and individuals," FBI spokeswoman Laura Eimiller told Reuters in mid-June.
Ryan Ackroyd and another 17-year-old man whose identity is being concealed for legal reasons, pleaded not guilty to four charges. They both denied attacking websites from Sony, Eve Online, Nintendo, News Corp.'s British unit and others. They also denied stealing and posting confidential information obtained by the hacking efforts.
http://www.gamesindustry.biz/article...o-hacking-sony
...by Published on June 24th, 2012 23:04- Categories:
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GAME has secured the exclusive rights to the White 320Gb PS3 in the UK.
The SKU will include a white console, two white DualShock controllers and a 90 day subscription to PlayStation Plus, which normally retails for £12.99.
Also in the box is an AC power cable, one AV cable and one USB cable.
It is currently available to pre-order for £239.99 and will arrive in the UK on June 29th.
The SKU had previously been announced as being exclusive to GameStop. MCV has contacted Sony to clarify.
UPDATE: Sony has issued MCV with the following statement regarding the two retail deals for the White PS3:
"Our office in Ireland negotiated a separate deal in September with GameStop. We believe this was successful and the stock has sold through.
"Here in the UK from July 6th, Game will be selling the White PS3 including the two white Dualshock controllers and a free three months of PlayStation Plus. They are selling a different value bundle and are the current UK exclusive partner for Classic White PlayStation 3."
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/white...to-game/098384
...by Published on June 22nd, 2012 00:00- Categories:
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Sony has been caught unawares by a legal change in South Korea, which prevents under-18s from being asked for their names or ages for the purpose of account authentication. No sooner had the company announced a half-price sale at its PS Store and then it was forced to pull the whole thing down in order re-work the interface and make it compliant. It's expecting to reopen it sometime "this year," but in the meantime the Store is strangely still accessible to PSP and Vita users of any age, while multiplayer and other PSN functions will continue to run on PS3. There must be a lawyer somewhere for whom this all makes complete sense, and hopefully they work for Facebook.
http://www.engadget.com/2012/06/21/s...n-store-korea/ ...by Published on June 19th, 2012 23:25- Categories:
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Sony has released the typically lengthy list of new content slapped on the US PlayStation Store this week.
The highlight for shooter fans will be the Battlefield 3 Close Quarters DLC pack, while Vita owners can get into Lego Batman 2, and retro gamers have Ps One Classic Tomba to check out.Here's the full list:
PlayStation Plus
Full Game Trials
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Future Soldier Full Game Trial
Two Worlds II: Velvet Edition
E3 Past Award Nominees Sale
Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood; 50% off, PS+ Price $15.00
Red Dead Redemption; 40% off, PS+ Price $17.99
Limbo; 50% off, PS+ Price $7.50
PSN Games
Magic: The Gathering - Duels Of The Planeswalkers 2013 ($9.99) Face a greater challenge in the latest version of this hit franchise. Play with friends or the AI, take on new encounters and opponents, and face up to three other players in the Planechase multiplayer format. ESRB rated T File size 1.37 GB
PS Vita Games
Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes ($39.99) 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. ESRB rated E10+ File size 1.08 GB
PS3 Full Games
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Future Soldier ($59.99) There is nothing fair, honorable, or just about combat. There is only winning and losing-the dead and the living. The Ghosts don't fret about even odds. They do everything in their power to overwhelm and obliterate the enemy. ESRB rated M File size 11 GB
Two Worlds II Velvet Game Of The Year Edition ($24.49) The Two Worlds II Velvet Game of the Year Edition offers an amazing RPG adventure. The Velvet GotY Edition combines the thrilling storylines of both Two Worlds II and its expansion. ESRB rated M File size 4.02 GB
Game Demos (free)
Magic: The Gathering - Duels Of The Planeswalkers 2013 Demo Download the trial version of Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013 and face a greater challenge! Take on new encounters and opponents and face up to three other players in the Planechase multiplayer format. ESRB rated T File size 1.37 GB
PS3 Add-ons
Atelier Meruru: Makina Domain (free) This will allow you to explore a mysterious land that appears suddenly in the farthest eastern reaches of Arls. Will the fascinated Meruru and her friends safely make their way through this foreboding labyrinth? "Makina Domain" will be added to the game map, allowing you to go gather there. File size 111 KB
Battlefield 3 - Close Quarters ($14.99) Battlefield 3: Close Quarters is a themed expansion pack bringing the team play of Battlefield 3 indoors. The frantic infantry combat is amplified by added persistence and new weapons, while HD Destruction lets players reduce entire locales to ruin. File size 1.12 GB
Choplifter HD Huely Chopper ($0.99) A heavily armored helicopter with superior firepower, the battle-proven Huely has great carrying capacity and extra-large fuel tanks for long runs into enemy territory! File size 48 MB
DC Universe Online - The Last Laugh ($0.99) Buy The Last Laugh DLC Pack now to get access to the new Shield weapon and jump in to new multiplayer battles! Experience new PvP maps and game modes, and fight to earn new gear and styles. Join Legends PvP with seven new iconic DC Comics characters! Purchase of this DLC pack requires an active game account. File size N/A
Dragon's Dogma: From A Different Sky - Part 5 ($0.99) The fifth of the 'From a Different Sky' series, you will need your wits to clear all 10. Check the Pawn Guild to begin! File size 707 KB
Dragon's Dogma: Rift Crystal Value Pack ($4.99) Be king of the rift with this pack of 15,000 Rift Crystals. File size 129 KB
Dragon's Dogma: Set Out For Adventure - A Great Defense ($0.99) This armor pack will stock your item storage with sturdy armors for Fighter, Strider and Mage. File size 129 KB
Dragon's Dogma: Set Out For Adventure - The Best Offense ($0.99) This weapons pack will stock your item storage with dependable weapons for Fighter, Strider and Mage. File size 129 KB
Dragon's Dogma: Set Out For Adventure - The Right Tools ($0.99) This pack provides 2000 Rift Crystals, and an increased inventory at Aestella's shop in Cassardis from game start. File size 129 KB
LittleBigPlanet Solstice Costume (free) File size 1.04 MB
Marvel Pinball: Avengers Chronicles ($9.99) Marvel Pinball: Avengers Chronicles takes the critically acclaimed pinball series to uncharted territory. Each of the four tables in this brand new pack chronicles a blockbuster event in the Marvel Universe: Marvel's The Avengers (based on the 2012 film from Marvel Studios), Fear Itself, The Infinity Gauntlet and World War Hulk. Avengers Assemble! File size 248 MB
Pure Chess Forest Pack ($2.49) Check out all the Pure Chess additional content available for download. Each pack contains a stunning new location and incredibly detailed set of chess pieces. This pack features a calm forest clearing where a set of Lewis chessmen do battle on a carved wooden board. File size 73 MB
Soulcalibur V add ons (x3) ($0.99 - $2.99) Various add on content. File size 133 KB - 13 MB
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine - Ultimate DLC Bundle ($29.99) Become the ultimate warrior of the 41st Millennium ...by Published on June 19th, 2012 22:43- Categories:
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Update: Sony has responded, stating that the report from a moderator on the European PlayStation Forums is incorrect. "SCEA can confirm that PSN maintenance is not happening this week. We'll keep you updated on all official PSN maintenance announcements on PlayStation.Blog."
The Sony representative notes that all official PSN maintenance announcements will always go through the PlayStation Blog and never through its forums or other avenues.
The original report is below...
An interesting tidbit can be found on the European PlayStation Forums concerning PlayStation Network maintenance that’s scheduled to occur on Wednesday, June 20th. Another post about it can be found here.
The information was posted by user SuperFastZombie, marked as a “Community Team Moderator.” The time of the maintenance is marked as 16:00-20:30 BST (British Summer Time). For American users, that equates to 11am-3:30pm ET / 8am-11:30am PT.
The forum post notes that “for the duration of the maintenance some users will be unable to log into the PlayStation Network, Account Management and the PS Store. PS Home will also be unavailable. There may be some additional downtime after the maintenance period for testing purposes.”
Because of the rather strange way this maintenance is being announced, we’ve reached out to Sony for confirmation (including on if this will only affect European PlayStation gamers) and will update when we hear back.
http://uk.ign.com/articles/2012/06/1...ntime-incoming ...by Published on June 19th, 2012 15:59- Categories:
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Andrew House felt he was heading into the lion’s den ahead of his first major press conference since becoming CEO of PlayStation.
SCEA president Jack Tretton had lapped up the whopping and adulation as he introduced violent action games to the bloodthirsty crowd. House’s job was to show the same audience an interactive book service. For kids.
“I think I had Jack behind me going: ‘Ok mate, you can go on stage for this one,’” laughs House.
“We were joking backstage and I said: ‘You do realise that we have forged a division of responsibility at E3. You are in charge of blood and mayhem, and I am family-friendly.’”
Not that House minds this role. He is a family man, after all. When MCV asks about his first nine months in the job, he tells us how great it’s been for his kids. “My son has loved the adjustment to Japan,” he says.
But House is not just about the family in the home, the Welshman is all about cultivating relationships at work, too.
On the surface PlayStation’s E3 press conference was what you’d expect. A new Move game, a few Vita projects, some ambitious new IP coupled with established brands. The only thing missing was 3D – another sign perhaps that the technology is on the wane.
Yet beneath the surface, and this year’s press conference was all about partnerships. House has built a strong reputation for forging relationships. In his career at Sony he helped bring GTA to PlayStation, he asked Mubi to bring its catalogue of indie films to European PS3s, and he was even instrumental in Sony’s lucrative deal with J.K Rowling for Harry Potter website Pottermore.
And building better relations with third parties is exactly what House has been doing in the nine months since we last spoke. Wonderbook is yet another partnership with Rowling, Ubisoft is developing exclusive PS3 and Vita content, HTC has teamed-up with PlayStation Mobile, and 2K has even let Sony use its ‘Big Daddy’ character in PlayStation All-Stars.
“When I took on the role one of the things that I wanted to do was leverage my experience of running third-party relations and to build a global framework about the way we work with publishers,” he explains.
“I put together a global meeting to hammer out issues and define them. It was different because we were putting people together to deal with issues in a really active way. But it was also married with the fact that most of us have great longevity with the company and know each other well. There was a great sense of team spirit with no real hierarchy in the room. That was a great moment for me. I thought: ‘Yeah, this is going to be fun and interesting.’”
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/inter...w-house/098147 ...by Published on June 18th, 2012 22:46- Categories:
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Buried in a PlayStation Blog post from E3 was an announcement of a collector's edition for God of War: Ascension. If you're surprised to learn of the existence of a collector's edition of a major console game, allow us to welcome you to this generation.
Amazon is now taking pre-orders on the $79.99 pack, which includes an "Exclusive 8" Kratos Statue," a steelbook case, a digital soundtrack, avatars, a dynamic theme, a pass for "all future DLC releases," a code for double XP in multiplayer, and an Operation: Elephant Monster Lobotomy Edition board game. We made one of those up.
http://www.amazon.com/God-War-Ascens...ion+collectors
...by Published on June 18th, 2012 22:05- Categories:
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Sony UK has been overwhelmed by the retail feedback to Wonderbook.
Amazon told MCV that the interactive book service – which will launch with Harry Potter spin-off Book of Spells – is ‘terrific’.
SCE UK’s boss Fergal Gara said that Wonderbook is the big PS3 launch of Christmas, and will arrive with multiple SKUs designed for current PS Move owners, those who have yet to buy Move, plus those who don’t own a PS3.
“[Wonderbook] is the biggest one we’re going after this Christmas,” Gara said.
“There’s still a lot to do and a lot of communicating to consumers still to do. We will need to work with retail where appropriate.
“If consumers understand what we are offering them, then it should fly. It is unlike anything I have ever seen before. The feedback we have had this week is that this is special, this is unique, this is pushing boundaries. That is what you want to be doing in a sector like this.”
Amazon’s head of buying for games, Graham Chambers said: “I thought [Wonderbook] was terrific, very innovative and good to see the PS3 offering something new this far into the lifecycle. I’m sure the Wonderbook will have huge appeal to parents and young children.”
Gara added that Wonderbook could work in a wide range of retailers – perhaps even the likes of Waterstones and WH Smith.
He said: “Specialists see a key role for them in it, especially with their power to demonstrate, but also it is going to appeal to parents, so you would expect the likes of Argos and the supermarkets to do well with it. And the hybrid between books and games means that it fits with Amazon’s strengths. Maybe it would be appropriate to take into traditional book retailers.”
Wonderbook will launch this Christmas along with Book of Spells, and has been supported by Harry Potter author J.K Rowling.
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