via gibiz

A Sony spokesperson has confirmed to GamesIndustry.biz that an 80GB PlayStation 3 is to go on sale in Korea - but said there are currently no plans to launch the model in Europe.

News of the 80GB version emerged via a statement on the Sony Korea website, which said the 80GB version will launch there on June 16 priced at KWR 518,000 (EUR 412).

A spokesperson for Sony Computer Entertainment Europe confirmed that the information is correct, stating that the 80GB model will be the only one available in South Korea as there are no plans to launch the 20GB or 60GB versions there.

Nor are there any current proposals to make the larger hard drive-enabled model available here, according to the spokesperson, who told GI.biz, "At this moment in time, there are no plans to introduce the 80GB version of PlayStation 3 in Europe."

Rumours of an 80GB PlayStation 3 began to emerge in March after it was referred to in a filing issued by Sony to the US Federal Communications Commission for a class II permissive change.

The filing also included details of proposed changes to the console's Bluetooth feature. But according to the SCEE spokesperson, "The chassis of the 80GB Korean PlayStation 3 is identical to the chassis of the European version. The only exception is the larger hard drive." ...

Posted at bungie.net

while on the subject of Halo 3 Beta, are you confused about all the ranks? well Grunts R Us have the all (mostly) listed and explained. ...

2alien.info

New preview version of the great XMB plugin for OE custom firmwares is out. It doesn't have any changelog, but it probably has some bug fixes, added compatibility and perhaps new features.

To enable, add the text from vsh.txt and game.txt in the archive to the same files in ms0:/seplugins and extract the SCEP folder to the root of the memory stick, then enable from the recovery menu. Press Select to access the SCEP-XMB menu when in the XMB.

Download SCEP-XMB 1.7 Preview 03 via the attachment. ...

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New information from jp.playstation regarding the new title Bleach heat the soul 4. On the official web site for the game, theres news on 2 new characters. The first addition is Luppi, for those who don't keep up with the Bleach manga. She was the former 6th Espada who was killed by Grimjaw shortly after being healed by Orihime. She has been anounced on the site to be playable. Another character that will be featured in the game is the Arrancar Wonderwice. He however will be a character partner. ...

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Box contents
Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (Black)
Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit (Black) ...

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Fight tons of enemies, find your way through virtual plat-forms and hack into towers through hacking puzzles.
Become a digital hero by using the upgrade system, allowing you to unlock new skills and upgrade your health or Magic Lyoko powers. Use your Lyoko Powers to perform extra abilities allowing you to resolve puzzle or go to unexplored sections.
Buy new equipment, armour items, and weapons with “Data Bits” dropped from defeated enemies. Jeremy re-codes the Data Bits into new virtual equipment for your characters.
Experience 3D Action Role Playing within the world of Lyoko and 2D Adventuring in the Real World.
Evolving characters, plenty of enemies, intense mini-games and fast driving sections will have Code Lyoko players blasting, fighting and exploring for hours on end!
Experience 15 quests and 15 levels and all the special Nintendo DS features such as the Touch Screen.

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Join Yumi, Ulrich, Odd and Jeremy in their fight to save planet Earth and the parallel universe Lyoko from total destruction! The central computer that runs Lyoko, has been infected by a megalomaniacal virus, X.A.N.A, that wants to take over the world. Within Lyoko one virtual being by the name of Aelita is fighting to take X.A.N.A. down, but she can't do it alone, and has recruited a team of boarding school students from Earth to help her. Now X.A.N.A. has set his sights on Earth and is sending pieces of the virus through to Earth.

With an emphasis on team interaction, puzzle solving, exploration and intense combat, this game will provide a great deal of fun for fans of the Code Lyoko cartoon series. The fates of Lyoko and planet Earth are in your hands so fight, explore, drive and hack your way to victory in this Action packed RPG adventure in the digital realm.

Take on the roles of each of the four characters – Odd, Yumi, Ulrich and Aelita – and customize play based on each of their individual strengths. ...

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Adaptive Pitching Intelligence delivers a revolutionary enhancement to artificial intelligence that considers strengths, weaknesses and trends.
Comprehensive Online Suite features: online leagues, real-time MLB tickers, instant messaging, My Sliders and MLB.com Headline News for starters.
All-New Road To The Show career mode literally puts you on the field to play from player-based cameras and allows you to fast-forward between every at-bat and defensive play.
The Pitch Command System challenges you to utilize the full repertoire of every pitcher in the Major Leagues.
Major League authenticity featuring actual coaches and managers, unique umpire personalities, wind affects and much more.

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Already widely considered the most authentic baseball simulation available, the franchise now introduces the all-new Road to The Show mode, enabling gamers to play both offense and defense from the created player’s perspective. Providing an even more realistic experience from the mound, the all-new New Pitch Command System (PCS) delivers unsurpassed strategy to pitch selection, as a pitcher’s “pitch comfort” will be predetermined based on a best to worst pitch scenario. It is up the gamer to decide if he/she should try to “work on a pitch” or just go with what is working. Additionally, with the Adaptive Pitching Intelligence (API) feature, catchers will call the game based on the individual strengths and weaknesses of each pitcher as well as analyze tendencies of batters. Gamers will now have the ability to either trust the pitches called by the catcher or shake them off.

As more and more gamers are seeking quality online competition and content, MLB 07 The Show adds to its already robust online feature set and delivers Online League Play, which offers the ability to set up customizable leagues with up to 30 teams, complete with full stat tracking, point benefits and rewards. Additionally, the My Sliders feature allows users to create their perfect game settings and upload them to the MLB 07 The Show server for others to try out. ...

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Developed Exclusively for PSP – Drive, crash and shoot your way through authentic 1976 New York in 27 all new missions.
Fully Customizable Vehicles - Collect your favorite cars and motorcycles and select from an extensive menu of upgrades. Customize body work, install engine upgrades, tune the suspension, add custom exterior paints and buy accessories like bullet proof glass and tinted windows.
Head-to-Head Multiplayer – Challenge friends in games modes like Street Racing, Carnage and Circuit Racing. Increase the stakes and race for Pink Slips – winner takes all, loser gives up their car.
Swap Collectibles Via Wi-Fi – Meet up with friends at the Driver ’76 Wi-Fi swap meet and exchange collectibles.
High Speed Hollywood Action – Prove your reputation as New York’s fastest wheelman. Remember the cops are never too far behind.

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From the Driver franchise that has sold over 14 million copies worldwide, Driver ’76 comes exclusively to PSP.

When the girl of your dreams is the daughter of the biggest triad boss in NYC, it will take more than flashy driving to win her over. Put your reputation on the line and prove you’re New York’s fastest wheelman. ...

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1st M Rated Horror Shooter for the Nintendo DS.
Bring death to the Undead using the stylus and touch screen to destroy every type of zombie that stands in the way of the escape route that leads to safety and the world of the living.
Battle your way through hordes of flesh hungry zombies with a deadly arsenal of melee and projectile based weapons. Zombies take damage in 6 six places. Blow limbs off separately!
Stand alone or with a friend as you face armies of zombies in infectious, innovative multiplayer and Co-Op story mode using DS Wi-Fi capabilities.
Immensely addictive arcade-action game play will test the reflexes of even the fastest gamer.
Four terrifying chapters of horror, suspense and action lurking around every corner.

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Unleash hell on the undead in this exciting Arcade style shooter for the Nintendo DS console.

You are Rob Steiner (a.k.a. Prisoner #1809), a man who wakes up to find himself the lone human in a jail teeming with zombies. Players use a deadly arsenal of melee and projectile-based weapons and come face-to-face with the never-ending swarm of zombies, none of whom have avoided the icy cold touch of the undead.

Along the way, gamers use the unique Nintendo DS touch screen to destroy anything - from inmates to prison staff - that stands in the way of the escape route that leads to safety and a new living world. From maximum security prisons to research facilities, from swampland to airport, pickup your shotgun and blast your way through this action packed zombie fest. And for gamers too weak to fight the good fight alone, they can take advantage of the DS Wi-Fi and bring in reinforcements. ...