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Sure, there have been Narutimate Hero releases on PlayStation2 before. What makes the first Naruto title to appear on PSP so special is not only the successful merging of two seemingly unrelated gaming genres (Beat'em Up and RPG), but dressing it up with the most atmospheric storyline for a Naruto game to date and adding Wi-Fi Multiplayer on top. Naruto Narutimate Portable (aka Mugenjo no Maki) seems destined to be a hit, featuring a large number of missions as well as roleplay elements such as experience points and dungeons exploration. It's certainly a wholesome Bandai effort and PSP owners can be relieved to hear that Narutimate on the go turned out to be an innovative title of its own with a few twists up its cel-shaded sleeve.

Naruto Narutimate Portable - Mugenjo no Maki is in stock now and shipping within 24 hours, while all preorders are being handled right now. New orders are of course very welcome and ship free worldwide. Naruto on PSP is a hassle-free import, as it will work on any PSP system, wherever you might have bought yours around the globe. A great thing for users in general, the PSP is region free for games (as is the Nintendo DS). No converters needed, games will work right out of the box.



There is a total of 14 characters available, these are Naruto and fellow fighters Sakura, Sikamaru, Ino, Choji, Tenten, Shino, Kiba, Hinata, Neji, Lee, Kakashi, Guy and Gaara. Players will be able to take these characters and set them in teams with a Jounin leading them through a mission. Of course the Solo mode is not where the goodness stops with Naruto Narutimate Portable - Mugenjo no Maki, as the Multiplayer option allows you to whack explosive combos a friend's way via Wi-Fi. More and more it's obvious that the era of handheld titles offering less quality and scope than their home console counterparts is definitely coming to an end. Naruto's first visit on Sony PSP is without a doubt one example of an ambitious, great title that not just enthusiasts of the Anime and Manga will be able to fully enjoy. ...

The people spoke, and Apple listened -- while they still have their hearing that is. After facing that French iPod law (no, not that one, the other one regulating volume output in portable audio devices) and a lawsuit here in the states about iPod-related hearing damage, Apple's apparently releasing a software update to allow for a personal volume threshold option in your iPod. Meaning you can set it so your iPod can't get any louder than a certain pre-defined level -- though as long as that level is configurable, even if its placed out of the way in the device options, people will still continue to set it to 11 and damage their hearing. Still, what's interesting here is that this move could be construed as an admission of guilt in some sense, but hey, we appreciate the thought, Apple. Look at that guy in the picture -- we wouldn't really want him screaming at full volume right into our ears, either. ...

What's the biggest difference between Sony's PlayStation Network Platform and Microsoft's Xbox Live and Nintendo's online initiatives? The fact that it's on PlayStation, according to Sony Computer Entertainment's president of Worldwide Studios, Phil Harrison.
Giving this "really soundbitey" answer - more like dropping an ego bombshell - in an interview with Next-Gen.biz during discussion on competition in the online space, Harrison bragged how Sony's penetration of the entertainment world provides its online guns with plenty of high explosive ammo. "We are a 100 million, 200 million unit company. We are the pre-eminent brand for interactive entertainment worldwide. We have a reach and a market share that dwarfs our competition," he stated.

However, Harrison admitted that the US is a tough battleground in the Sony versus Microsoft war, saying the latter company is "definitely a more vigorous competitor here than anywhere else in the world" - but added that "in some countries PlayStation is the videogame business."
"The fact that PlayStation is making this push is the biggest differentiating factor," Harrison continued during talk on PNP. "The second one is that the basic service is free. We're taking what we did on PlayStation 2 where online gaming is free, so why should we suddenly charge for it on PlayStation 3? Although, clearly, we are going to have premium offerings where you can pay to download content."

He added: "The other one is that - and I don't want to acknowledge too much one of our competitors - but by calling it Xbox Live Arcade it pretty much tells you what it does on the tin. Whereas we're going to be much more entertainment-based, much wider - music and movies and games and other forms of digital entertainment and so hopefully it will be more impactful to a mass market."

During the interview, Harrison also confirmed that that the business model for digital distribution over PlayStation 3 is now in place "in the big picture", as he termed it - "There are obviously some details and some contractual relationships, we have to dot Is and cross Ts" - and additionally touched on how technology could extend PS3's lifecycle:

"You've seen with PlayStation Portable how a hardware platform can grow through operating system upgrades and although we have not gone into specifics you can assume we'll follow a similar strategy for PlayStation 3.

"It's a static device from hardware point of view but it's a dynamic platform, from a software point of view. That is something we couldn't do on PS2 or PS1 so I think that will absolutely lengthen the lifecycle of the future assuming that the consumer finds those offerings compelling and I think they will," Harrison concluded. ...

Nyko Technologies® has shipped its highly-anticipated Xbox 360® accessory line-up; the Intelligent Remote 360, a universal smart remote for the home entertainment center, and Intercooler 360, a compact, snap-on cooling device for the Xbox 360 console. Xbox 360 owners can fully immerse themselves in the next generation of gaming with Nyko's stylish and practical options for the Xbox 360.

Xbox 360 accessories include:

Intercooler 360 - a high efficiency, snap-on cooling device that uses three fans to dramatically increase air flow out of the 360. The Intercooler 360 reduces heat throughout the Xbox 360, promoting extended life and reliability of the components contained within. The compact, cooling device snaps onto the back of the console, fits in entertainment centers with the 360 in a horizontal or vertical position, and turns on and off automatically in conjunction with the 360.

Intelligent Remote 360 - a sleek, learning remote with back-lit buttons that allows users to control their Xbox 360 and television with the same device.

The unit picks up a signal by simply aiming the source remote at the Intelligent Remote. The product "learns" commands from standard remote controls, no programming is required. Nyko's remote is ideal for gamers who have already made their Xbox 360 their entertainment centerpiece.

"Microsoft has created a gaming system to become the entertainment centerpiece for the living room," said Susan Corben Cox, vice president of marketing, Nyko Technologies. "Nyko is bringing gamers accessories that will enhance their gaming experience and protect their valuable Xbox 360."

The Intelligent Remote 360 features:
Control Xbox 360 and the TV with a single remote
Automatic setup, no programming required
Back-lit buttons are clearly marked and simple to use
Stylish design compliments your Xbox 360
Auto power on and off using the included AAA batteries
The Intercooler 360 features:
Snap-on assembly for easy installation
Increases air flow and reduces heat throughout the Xbox 360 improving protection for internal circuitry while enhancing performance for the Xbox 360
Cooler temperatures mean extended life and reliability
Fits in entertainment centers in either the horizontal or vertical position
Powered by the Xbox 360 console, no extra AC adaptor required
Auto or manual power on and off
Nyko's Xbox 360 accessories are now available at GameStop and EB Games (MSRP $19.99 each) Check www.nyko.com for a complete list of retailers. ...

Myelin Media LLC, a publisher of interactive entertainment software, today announced that their Texas Hold 'Em game, STACKEDTM with Daniel Negreanu will feature interoperability between the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system and PSP system versions of the game.

Interoperability between the PlayStation 2 and PSP system versions of STACKED will allow players to sync their single player game, maintaining their progress on both platforms whether they choose to play at home or on the road. Utilizing breakthrough new technology, players will also be able to compete online against opponents on either platform, enhancing the overall level of competition while expanding upon the game's online community.

STACKED combines an exclusive learning artificial intelligence system with the experience of seven of the world's top poker players to create the most authentic and in-depth poker video game ever. Players can choose to compete against the Poki AI system in the game's challenging single player mode, learning new strategies from Player of the Year Daniel Negreanu as they proceed, or go online to go head to head with the best players in the world in massive sanctioned multi table tournaments.

"STACKED continues to push the boundaries of video game technology with interoperability between the PlayStation 2 and PSP system versions of the game," said Ken Woo, producer at Myelin Media. "In addition to the revolutionary learning artificial intelligence system, players will be able to compete online with other gamers on the PlayStation 2 or the PSP system for the first time ever, setting a new standard for online competition."

For more information about STACKED with Daniel Negreanu, please visit stacked.mtv.com. ...

Microsoft has released a new set of stats for Xbox Live which reveal that gamers have spent more than 1.5 billion hours online since the service launched in November 2002.

More than 500 million hours were spent playing Halo 2, the hit first-person shooter for the original Xbox. However, according to Microsoft, Xbox Live has proved even more popular with Xbox 360 owners - more than half are connected to the service, compared to just one in ten Xbox owners.

On average, gamers play online 25 times per week, compared to just six times on the original Xbox. The most popular Xbox 360 game is Call of Duty 2, followed by Perfect Dark Zero and Project Gotham Racing 3. Need for Speed: Most Wanted is in fourth place, with Dead or Alive 4 in fifth.

Around 60 per cent of Xbox Live account holders have used the Xbox Live Arcade, and more than 3 million games have been downloaded. On average, 20 per cent of free trials result in a purchase of the full game.

Geometry Wars is the most popular Xbox Live Arcade game, with just under 40 per cent of those who downloaded the demo purchasing the full title. Marble Blast Ultra and Gauntlet are the second and third most popular titles respectively, followed by Smash TV and Zuma.

More than half of all Xbox Live users have downloaded game demos, while 85 per cent have downloaded Marketplace content and 20 per cent have used Microsoft Points to make purchases. Around 25 per cent have downloaded music videos and film trailers. ...

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This week the US edition of Konami's spin off strategy card game hits the PSP and is choc full of changes from the 2004 original. An all new story that has not just one, but two lead characters which you'll switch between during gameplay, including Solid Snake and a female agent Teliko Venus. The number of cards has also more than doubled from 200 to over 500, 10 of which weren't in the Japanese release, with six of those based on Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. Players can also use an "upgrading function" to make their cards more powerful, and new Linkage Cards let you combine moves like shooting then ducking for example, not leaving you hanging there waiting to be shot back.



Enhanced tutorials make it easier for novice players to get into the system this time around. Familiar Metal Gear actions can also be pulled off at the touch of a button, and Snake can be controlled directly when moving. Real-time displays of changing commands let you intuitively choose actions while the game keeps rolling on, leading to a much quicker pace. Other features include the ability to use personalized decks over Wi-Fi, and Arena Mode, which is sure to bring back memories as you compete against the greatest boss characters from previous MGS titles. This single-player mode uses the same rules as Link Battle, which makes it perfect for practicing new strategies and testing out your deck before risking your reputation taking on a friend. Combining an excellent card strategy system with the popular Metal Gear universe is a win win situation and the US release is due to arrive today. Finally though, since the PSP is completely region free, if you'd also like to give the original a go too, we have the Asian edition in stock at only US$ 19.90. ...