Everyone's Map Returns

The ultimate digital mapping software has just been announced for the PSP over in Japan. Zenrin announced today an update to its Minna no Chizu series of GPS-ready mapping titles.

Minna no Chizu 3, the third entry in the series, is so big that Zenrin is included two UMD discs! The first disc has regional maps for all of Japan along with detailed maps and information on 200 cities. The second disc has the regional maps along with detailed maps of 1,100 cities.

The second disc is meant to be copied over to a Memory Stick so that you'll only have to carry one disc with you. While this procedure will take over 2 gigabytes of Memory Stick space, you will be able to scroll through the detailed maps at twice the speed of Minna no Chizu 2.

Besides the added map content, Zenrin is updating all areas of the game. You now have more search options for finding places around town. GPS updates can be set to take place every 1, 10, 20 or 30 seconds, giving you greater flexibility over the fixed 1 second update phase of the past titles.

Those wanting the ultimate digital Japanese map should check with importers about Minna no Chizu 3 when it sees release on April 24.

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