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Commander Fury

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  1. Commander Fury
    Happy Tenth Birthday, God of War! I can’t believe it has already been ten years (almost to this day) since Santa Monica Studio released Kratos out into the wild. Creating an original game is really hard; it takes a combination of creativity, tenacity, guts, skill, and let’s be honest here, no small amount of total lunacy to imagine and see to the finish an entirely new world. So making an original game that is successful, well that is just lightning in a bottle, my friends. I believe that David Jaffe did just that when he created and directed the first God of War game. God of War PlayStation GearOfficial God of War merchandise is now available on the PlayStation Gear Store at gear.playstation.com. The collection includes several t-shirts to choose from and a limited edition Kratos statue! The Kratos on Throne Statue depicts the final scene in the original God of War. The statue is being produced as a limited edition of 1,250 and stands at an incredible 29 inches tall, showing Kratos sitting upon his throne as the new God of War. Reserve yours with a deposit today! I joined the Studio later in the development of the first game and had the pleasure of being part of making Kratos who he is today. It all began with Dave’s vision of a brutal mythological world that was equal parts amazing and insane. Then slowly it coalesced with our desire to make the best “pick-up-and-play†action adventure game, seamlessly taking the player to the far reaches of their imagination. All of this was rolled into the capable hands of one of the most talented development teams I have had the pleasure of working with, the Santa Monica Studio. Together we fought our way to the finish, battling side-by-side (and sometimes even against each other) to reach the finish line and release a game that we all were proud of. As luck would have it, many of you played that game and liked it enough to let us make many incredible entries into the series. As a fan action adventure and story based games myself, I am forever thankful to Dave Jaffe for the amazing world he created, out of his freaking head. As a professional I owe much of my current career to the opportunity that he and Shannon Studstill (now head of Santa Monica Studio) gave me to go on and direct the second game The story I wrote for God of War II set the stage for an epic finish to the trilogy Dave and I had always imagined, an all out war between the Gods, Titans, and our favorite angst-ridden Spartan warrior. Going into the third game I set to work on a script and game layout that would push the PS3 to its absolute limit. While I did not continue on to direct the game, Stig Assmussen, the badass Art Director on the series, took the helm as Director and continued crafting the game and story to its eventual meteoric heights with creative gravitas and skill, and along with his amazing team created one of the craziest, most bombastic and most visually resplendent entries in the series. Seriously, every time I play through that game I see the unique brand of brilliance the Santa Monica team pours into every game they do. Imagine if a game like that came out on PS4, right? Well, thanks to the fine folks at SCEA (or Santa Monica Studio) we do not have to imagine anymore because God of War III Remastered is here! Well, not here yet, but here in the sense that we are announcing it, here. It actually comes out on July 14th. This action packed thrill ride of a game will take series newcomers and regulars alike on a retina-popping thrill ride filled to the absolute brim with 1080p gameplay, silky smooth combat, earth-shaking weapons, bosses you simply have to face to believe, and an all-new new photo mode so you can share those most tender of God of War moments, like stabbing a Minotaur in the frickin face, with your friends and loved ones. I highly recommend everyone grab a copy and play because whether you are new to the series or Spartan veterans, God of War III Remastered is one damn fine game. On this glorious day of celebration we are also taking some of the world’s best speed runners and bringing them together under one roof to watch them break, exploit, and skip all the long hours and hard work the development team put into these games, all in hopes of achieving the fastest completion time! Huzzah! Seriously, they can finish the game in less time than it took for us to agree on a dinner order, its nuts. You should just watch it. Watch live video from PlayStation on www.twitch.tv Happy Birthday, God of War. Happy Birthday, Kratos, you crazy, bald, ash-covered bastard! Here’s to ten years. Should we toast to another ten years? Will there be another ten years? Hmm… View the full article
  2. Commander Fury
    Hey everyone, Thanks a lot to our awesome community for the great response to the first episode of Life is Strange. We’ve been thrilled to see all the nice comments, fan art, fan fiction and let’s play videos! This is exactly why we are creating games, for all of you, the players to enjoy it and we couldn’t be happier. Life is Strange | PlayStation.com Episode 1 was just the beginning of our story, it is an introduction to the characters, to Blackwell Academy and to Arcadia Bay, but there is much more to come. Will Max and Chloe discover what has happened to Rachel Amber? Why does Max have this vision of a tornado? And what about the weird snow storm? There are plenty of secrets lurking in Arcadia Bay… In episode 2 you will start to see much of your choices affecting the story in a lot of different ways, be prepared for some surprises! You will also discover new locations as Max will go outside of Blackwell Academy and start exploring new areas in Arcadia Bay. You’ll be able to learn more about the town, its inhabitants, and the social issues it’s facing. On top of this, new and important characters will be introduced, as well as having a lot of difficult choices to make. We can’t wait to see your reactions and thoughts on Episode 2: Out of Time. We hope to see some more let’s play videos, fan art and maybe even some cosplay! For those have already purchased Episode 1, you can pick up episodes 2-5 via the ‘Season Pass’ ($17.99). Alternatively, you can purchase all episodes with the ‘Complete Season’ bundle for $19.99. If you have yet to play Life is Strange, there is a free trial available for you to try out the game. Get ready for episode 2 ‘Out of Time’ releasing on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3, March 24th! Thanks, Michel View the full article
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    Okay, let’s make this 100% clear. When it comes to the Souls series – and the work of creator Hidetaka Miyazaki in general – I’m a proud, unabashed fanboy and I’ll happily assault anyone who comes within shouting distance with irrefutable testament. Duly, with From Software’s latest effort – the deliciously dark action epic Bloodborne - just a few days out from launch, I’ve got one last chance to jump on my sandbox and bang the drum Last week, Miyazaki-san was kind enough to put aside a little of his valuable time to answer a few questions about his eagerly anticipated PS4 exclusive. Read on to find out what he had to say – and you need not worry about spoilers. Like so many of you, I’m doing my upmost to ensure I know as little as possible about the gruesome treats that lie in wait when I boot up my copy of the game next Friday. The Souls titles were never specifically labelled ‘horror’, but I can think of few other games that fill me with such a sense of fear and dread while playing. It looks like you’re taking that ball and running with it in Bloodborne – just watching the trailers makes me incredibly anxious… Hidetaka Miyazaki: There are several reasons why you need a sense of horror in the world, especially with Bloodborne, which has a more chilling world view than Souls. It’s not like horror is something we specifically go for, but it’s important to have that sense of fear and terror because it directly ties into the player overcoming that and enhancing their sense of achievement. At the same time, my personal view is that the world we live in can be a harsh and unkind place. To create a game world that is always kind to players – that’s not how I see the real world. Whether it be nature or society, it’s often a harsh and unkind environment – so that translates into my games. I know there are some who prefer the ‘hub’ system from Demon’s Souls but for me, one of the most memorable aspects of your recent work was the extraordinary world-building of Dark Souls – how the game’s locations all linked up like some grand, intricate work of origami. How have you approached Bloodborne’s map design? Hidetaka Miyazaki: I wanted to take the best of both approaches. So every area is linked in one way or another much like the first Dark Souls, but you also have a hub system like Demon’s Souls. The world itself is a painted world in several respects – like Dark Souls – but essentially each area is still seamlessly connected. At the same time, to access each point, there are central hubs that act as warp points, and to reach new points, you still have the hub which also acts as a refuge as well. I wanted to combine the best of these elements so that you’d be able to easily go to areas you’ve already discovered. Since launch, the stature of Demon’s Souls and Dark Souls has grown and grown, and they now inhabit pretty rarefied air, comfortably sitting among the all-time greats. How do you deal with having such an obsessive and passionate fanbase? Hidetaka Miyazaki: First of all, I’m incredibly happy to have these fans. I’d be lying if I didn’t feel pressure to meet their expectations, but I get a lot of enjoyment reading and hearing what they have to say. For these people to put so much time into my games and really discuss things that I’ve created with such passion… I’ll go online and enjoy reading what they have to say. Of course, sometimes there are things that are not so enjoyable to read – but even taking that on board, over all I take great pleasure in their comments. As a creator it’s such a valuable resource, to listen to their honest feedback and think about what game I’m going to make next. You couldn’t go out there and pay people money to put in the hours that these people do! When I went to PlayStation Experience in the USA at the end of last year, there was a Q&A panel there with the players, and I realised the level of passion that people have. Does it bother you that people are so fixated on your games’ perceived high level of difficulty, rather than other aspects of the experience? Hidetaka Miyazaki: It’s not something I find frustrating. I do understand why people ask about it a lot, but I’m happy that people are fascinated by it – in that respect I don’t mind being repeatedly asked about difficulty. It’s something that I find enjoyable to discuss. As a game creator – or a creator of anything – for people to be fascinated and ask questions and be curious about what I’m making, that’s something that can’t be taken for granted and I’m very grateful for that. Often to the detriment of my social life, I’ve found Souls games to be hugely replayable, relinquishing new secrets every time I return to them. How are you approaching New Game + in Bloodborne? Hidetaka Miyazaki: The actual set-up is essentially the same, but if you play it I think you’ll see that the feel is a bit different to Souls. There is that replayability in the same form for Bloodborne as there was in Dark Souls, but it’s a different game, so even if the feature is similar, you might have a different experience with New Game + or New Game ++ – or however many times you choose to replay. A simple example is that there is no defensive style of play in Bloodborne. That starts to be more apparent the more New Game + playthroughs you go through. So a gamer can experience a different taste of New Game + compared to a Souls game. I’d like gamers to challenge themselves and see what they can get out of New Game +. There’s been a little consternation among Souls fans on the web at the suggestion that Bloodborne won’t feature quite so many weapons as in the Souls games. Can you clarify exactly how the weapon system works in Bloodborne? Hidetaka Miyazaki: In terms of how many physical weapons there are, the amount is less than in a Souls game, but that’s to some extent a decision made due to the game design. The weapons transform – so one weapon will have various uses and strategies that you can implement. You can also customise your weapon with Blood Gems. There are different types and you can slot in up to three at a time. One gem might have you use less stamina per swing, for example. You can have many different combinations – so actually the amount of weapons in Souls is absorbed in Bloodborne by this customisation element and how someone can tailor a weapon to how they want to use it. In a way, the variety is still there, but it’s absorbed down on a customisation level, rather than in the quantity of actual weapons, much more than in Souls. View the full article
  4. Commander Fury
    Hello PlayStation Nation! Today I’m very happy to introduce our next set of Limited Edition PS4 faceplates from our Project SkyLight Beta program. Our goal is to help you customize your console with some great designs, and we have two more to help you do just that! Bloodborne PS4 FaceplateI hope you’re just as excited as we are for From Software’s PS4 exclusive Action RPG, and to help you hold out to March 24th you can bide your time by staring lovingly at this awesome faceplate. PlayStation Symbols PS4 FaceplateFor those of you looking to express your Circle/Square/Cross/Triangle love, we also have this great PlayStation Symbols design. You can get both of these faceplates right here (and we even made a few extra LittleBigPlanet 3 faceplates that you can grab if you move fast enough). We plan to have even more great options for you to choose from when the program fully launches in the future. Until then, let us know in the poll below what you would be most interested in seeing for future faceplate designs: View PollI’m excited to be able to introduce even more great designs in the future, so if there is anything specific you’d like us to make, please let me know in the comments below! View the full article
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    To celebrate the upcoming launch of Bloodborne on PS4, we talk about our experience with the transforming weapons, Chalice Dungeons, and more. Also, we describe our eyes-on (and totally trippy) demo with The Heist on Project Morpheus. Plus, all the sauce talk and maniacal cackling you could ever ask for. Enjoy the show! Subscribe via iTunes or RSS, or download here Stuff We Talked About Bloodborne Project Morpheus Armored Core Borderlands: The Handsome Collection Hotline Miami 2 Mortal Kombat X A little bit of sauce OlliOlli2 Recent Episodes Episode 156: Fit for a King Episode 155: The Powers of Morpheus Episode 154: I’ve Got a Fever Send us questions and tips: blogcast@playstation.sony.com or leave a voice message! 650-288-6706 The Cast Sid Shuman – PlayStation Social Media Manager Nick Suttner – PlayStation Account Support Manager Justin Massongill – PlayStation Social Media Specialist Ryan Clements – PlayStation Social Media Specialist [Editor’s note: PSN game release dates are subject to change without notice. Game details are gathered from press releases from their individual publishers and/or ESRB rating descriptions.] Thanks to Cory Schmitz for our beautiful logo and Dormilón for our rad theme song and show music. View the full article
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    Hello, PlayStation fans! We’re just a few days away from the launch of Bloodborne, and the team at Japan Studio and From Software couldn’t be more excited about the fans finally getting to experience this game for yourselves. To tide you over these last few days, I’m here to share some brand new information about some of the game’s customization and leveling, as well as the 90-second extended cut of our TV commercial. If you caught our preview of the first 18 minutes of the game during the IGN First coverage in February, you know that the main hub that players will use as their home base is the Hunter’s Dream. Find lanterns spread throughout Yharnam to return to the Hunter’s Dream at any time. In the Hunter’s Dream, you’ll be able to purchase items, level up your character by speaking to the Doll, repair and upgrade your weapons (more on that below), and get useful advice from Gehrman, the old man in the wheelchair. The main currency in Bloodborne is called Blood Echoes, which you can earn by hunting beasts and more. Use Blood Echoes to purchase items from the shop in the Hunter’s Dream, or even repair and strengthen your weapons. In your adventures, you’ll soon come across special items called Blood Gems, which can be attached to weapons in order to increase their attack power and even add special characteristics to your weapons. In the Hunter’s Dream, you can also interact with the Memory Altar in order to memorize special Caryll Runes to upgrade your character. Some runes may allow you to carry more items in your inventory, or boost the amount of Blood Echoes you receive from each beast you hunt down, allowing you to customize your hunter however you see fit. I don’t want to give away any more information so as to not spoil any major surprises for you. But I do have one cool piece news for those of you who have an official PlayStation Gold, Silver or Pulse Elite headset: on March 24, open your Headset Companion App to download a custom Bloodborne Audio Mode that’s been tuned specifically to bring the unique world of Yharnam to life. The hunt begins March 24th. See you soon. View the full article
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    Desert Ashes just came out a few weeks ago, and I want to thank the PS Vita fans who have been playing it so much. Now I’m back to announce a spinoff of the Desert Ashes franchise. This time it’s something special — I’m sure many of you know the succesful game and comic series Pocket God. We have partnered with Bolt Creative to bring you Pocket God vs Desert Ashes. In a way this title was always meant to happen. A few years ago I was reading a interview with Dave Castelnuovo, and I saw how much he had liked my old title Mecho Wars. Then I mentioned on Twitter that I was playing Pocket God, and Dave saw. We both loved each others’ work, and I got to work with Bolt Creative at one point with both Dave and Alan and it was a fun experience. So once I finished Desert Ashes last year, I decided to hit them up to make this happen. Pocket God vs. Desert Ashes will play similarly to Desert Ashes, so you will get the usual campaign, skirmish and multiplayer modes. The PS Vita, PSTV and PS4 versions will also get their own exclusive multiplayer maps too, and possibly more things to come in the future. The Pocket God franchise does have a reputation for doing lots of updates To celebrate this annoucment, there will be double XP in Desert Ashes for the next 48 hours. Dave Castelnuovo // Programmer, Bolt Creative I’ve known Luc for some time. We were both around in the early days of the mobile gaming revolution, and he was kind enough to create this game/cross over with characters from both our games. Like he said, I really love Mecho Wars and it’s awesome to be a part of its spiritual successor. I’ve owed my PS Vita since day 1, and before that I remember standing outside the Metreon all night to get my PSP when it launched. PS Vita is such a great gaming platform; it’s the only mobile device that has real console-like controls and marries that with things we play with in the mobile world like touch screens and accelerometers. I hope this is the first of many games we launch on the platform. Allan Dye // Designer, Bolt Creative I’m a huge fan of Luc’s work, so I was excited when he came to us with the idea of mashing up Pocket God with Desert Ashes. As the designer of the Pocket God characters, I personally get a kick out of other interpretations and Luc’s are awesome! I love the off-center humor he injects into everything and it meshes great with the PG humor. As a bonus, he added a few new characters, which I think are fantastic! View the full article
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    Hi everybody. It’s Jakub from Grip Games. A few months ago, our friends at Toxic Games announced that their brain-twisting first-person puzzler Q.U.B.E. was heading to PS4 and PS3. Since then, we’ve taken over the development and publishing duties from them, so that Toxic Games can focus on their future projects while we will bring you the best version of Q.U.B.E yet — the Q.U.B.E: Director’s Cut. Q.U.B.E: Director’s Cut is a first-person puzzle game. You wake up inside a mysterious white cube and you will have to solve dozens of physics-based puzzles and platforming challenges, using a pair of hi-tech gloves that can manipulate some parts of the environment to get out. What’s new and really cool about the Director’s Cut version is the story. It’s like the story itself is a puzzle you have to figure out inside your own head. It’s hard to explain, I don’t want to spoil it! The new story was created by veteran writer Rob Yescombe. He’s written for games like The Division, Alien: Isolation, Rime, and the Crysis franchise. The second major addition is a time-trial game mode, called Against the Qlock, where the game pits you against the clock. Combining precision, logic, and quick reactions you’ll have to speed through each of the ten levels using a variety of pick-ups to your advantage. Q.U.B.E: Director’s Cut is coming to both PS4 and PS3 and will be released this summer. The game’s on Unreal Engine, so expect it to look sleek and gorgeous, and the PS4 version will run in 1080p at 60 frames per second. And like with all our games, we’re supporting cross buy. View the full article
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    What’s up, PlayStation? Today, we’re happy to announce that a fourth Monster, Behemoth, and four new Hunters are coming to Evolve March 31st on PS4. These new characters look and play differently than anything in the game so far. And even if you don’t purchase these new Hunters or Monster, you can still play with and against them online — and against them while playing solo offline — giving all Evolve players a new hunting experience. So let’s take a look… BehemothBehemoth is a tank of a Monster that becomes a giant, destructive boulder and rolls through the environment for quick traversal. He has the most armor, the largest pool of health, and packs the biggest punch of any Monster in Evolve, making Behemoth extremely dangerous in close quarters. While he is the slowest of any Monster, his abilities allow him to control the movement of his opponents by trapping, stunning, or pulling them towards their demise. Torvald (Assault)Torvald is a cyborg out for revenge, and he has one job: deal as much damage to the Monsters as possible. At longer ranges he’s a threat with his back mounted Mortar Cannons, but he does the most damage in close quarters. Torvald’s Shrapnel Grenades pepper the target with weak spots, and his Autofire Shotgun follows up with multiplied damage. Crow (Trapper)Crow’s job is to locate and contain the monster. Gobi, his pet Batray, scouts ahead looking for the Monster. Once the Monster is located, Crow has a couple of new Trapper tricks up his sleeve. His Stasis Gun can be fired in two modes: rapid fire mode slows the monster for a very short amount of time, while a charged shot slows the monster for a longer period. His Kinetic Long Rifle can also be fired in two modes: rapid fire deals the most damage per second, but a charged shot bypasses a Monster’s armor entirely, digging into its permanent health pool. Slim (Medic)Slim’s DNA was genetically modified, so he joins Bucket as the only non-humans on the Hunter team. Slim is a combat medic tasked with keeping the team alive. The more damage Slim does with his Leech Gun, the quicker he can use his Heal Burst, which has the widest radius of all medics in Evolve. His Spore Cloud Launcher helps him get in close by eliminating the Monster’s ability to smell. And Slim’s Healing Drone can be sent to distant teammates in need of health. Sunny (Support)Sunny has a history with the Hunters: she previously worked with Abe and Parnell before the team arrived on Shear. As a support character, Sunny’s job is to protect the team. Her primary weapon is a Mininuke Grenade Launcher, which packs more punch in a single projectile than any other hand-wielded weapon in the game. She can deploy a Shield Drone to protect teammates while she fights, and she has a Jetpack Booster to use on teammates to quickly fly them away from trouble. Behemoth is free for those who pre-ordered Evolve from participating retailers, and is also available separately. The four new Hunters are available for purchase individually or together as a part of the Evolve Hunting Season Pass. Before you start facing off against Behemoth later this month, learn some tips to bring down Kraken, Evolve’s airborne Monster. Using aerial abilities to levitate and fly, Kraken uses dark energy to fight Hunters with bolts of lightning, banshee mines, a dangerous aftershock attack, and forceful vortex waves. The most important thing for taking down Kraken in Evolve is just that — bringing him down out of the air by whatever means necessary. While any coordinated Hunter team can defeat Kraken, one good lineup to use is Abe, Parnell, Hank, and Val, though Cabot and Caira is a great Support/Medic combo against Kraken as well. Use Val’s Tranquilizer and Abe’s Stasis Grenades to keep Kraken grounded and the odds in your favor. Because Kraken is so mobile, think of Hank’s Orbital Barrage as a defensive tool to deny Kraken mobility to specific areas and drive him towards your attacking teammates. If you happen to be playing as Cabot instead of Hank, coordinate with Parnell to combo your Damage Amplifier with Parnell’s Super Soldier Serum to do a crazy amount of damage, even with Kraken aloft. Parnell’s abilities are skill shots, so it’s important for Parnell to remain accurate, but this combination can do a massive amount of damage in a short amount of time. To avoid losing to Kraken, it’s important to stay separated in battle. Just one Level 3 Lightning Strike by Kraken can wipe out a group with low health or strikes against them, so never group up and conserve your jetpack fuel for quick getaways. If you happen to be playing as Caira, use the Acceleration Field to avoid Kraken’s attacks; the Lightning Strike takes a little time to charge, so use your jetpack and Acceleration Field to dodge it. Finally, avoid enclosed spaces, as Kraken can be devastating when chaining attacks against multiple targets. A good Aftershock followed by a Vortex can be brutal in close quarters, significantly damaging or even incapping multiple Hunters at once. View the full article
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    Dig, if you will, this picture: you’re part of the world’s biggest and well-known idol group, warming up your vocals in sound check before performing for your adoring fans. The harmonies are sounding sweet and your choreography’s on point, when suddenly a gang of giant mutant rats and robots crash the party! What’s an idol to do? Luckily for the idols in Omega Quintet, a couple of rats and robots is nothing they can’t handle. As Verse Maidens in a world slowly being consumed by a force known as “Blare,†these idols don’t just sing and dance — they fight! Possessing abilities that turn their Mics into weapons, they’re the only thing stopping the Blare from destroying all of humanity, and I’m happy to announce here that you’ll be able to start saving the world in the first JRPG/idol simulation game for PS4 starting on April 28th! You’ll play as Takt, who finds himself in the role of bodyguard and manager of the Verse Maidens. There’s Otoha, your childhood friend, who makes up for her lack of experience with enthusiasm; Kyouka, the wise and responsible one; Kanadeko, who’s driven by impulse; Nene, the shy one with a fierce side in battle; and Aria, who is a vortex of mystery and confusion. Tasked with saving the world, these idols will have to build up their strength in turn-based combat. Each girl is proficient in special weapons that range from giant hammers to guns, BUT they can wield any weapon and build up their strength with each! So give the gun girl a spear and the fan girl some metal fists and diversify their lethal skills portfolio! Don’t get too confident — take too much damage and you’ll cause a Costume Break, tearing your idol’s clothes and drastically lowering their defense. Battles go a lot deeper than just weapons choice, though. Within each character’s turn, they can perform multiple attacks and skills in a row. Throw all your strongest attacks at the enemy at once or only hit them with your weakest attacks — how you fight will affect that character’s turn order. On top of that, Takt takes on a support role in battle. Paired up with one of the girls, he’ll provide follow-up attacks, defend, and knock back the enemy’s turn. With the right strategy, you can get two or more idols to have consecutive turns and activate Harmonics! With Harmonics, you can string multiple skills and attacks between idols, and maybe even unlock a Harmonic Chain — attacks that are stronger and flashier than any individual attack! You hear that? That’s the sound of manager and idols executing some deadly idol harmonies! Speaking of harmonies, what’s an idol group without some music? When you’re not out saving the world, you can enter PVS Mode, where you’ll shine as the Verse Maidens’ manager and choreograph your own idol performance. Choose camera angles, who performs, what outfits they wear, who gets the solo, and, of course, the choreography. With almost a hundred moves that range from air guitar-ing to graceful kabuki, every performance is unique. (We’ve spent a lot of time messing with this at IFI headquarters). You can even throw yourself up on the big screen with PlayStation 4 Camera and add special flavor with the PlayStation Move controller. Or use the regular controller to wreak havoc upon the performance with some truly ridiculous items. When you’re done, sit back and watch the performance, save it, and use the PlayStation Share function to show it to the world! I hope you’re not getting stage fright, because humanity is gonna need you and the power of music to restore balance to the world on April 28th. Build up your idols’ battle prowess, master Omega Quintet’s battle system, and be rewarded with the sweet sounds of the Blare’s defeat! And when you’re not saving the world, choreograph some amazing musical performances with the PVS Mode! Like any good pop song, Omega Quintet will draw you in with its charm and keep your attention with its hidden depths! Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have to practice my vocals! View the full article
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    I am excited to announce that PlayStation Vue has officially launched today in Chicago, New York City, and Philadelphia on PS4 and PS3. PlayStation Vue is a new service that combines live and on-demand TV, and a cloud based DVR to stream the best TV shows, movies and sports directly to your console without a cable or satellite subscription. PlayStation Vue | Learn More We set out to build this revolutionary product with our community of gamers in mind. This latest addition to PlayStation Network lets you experience TV the way you have always wanted it. Your favorite shows and channels will always be front and center whenever you start PlayStation Vue. When you are looking for something new and exciting to watch, powerful discovery tools will help you filter thousands of shows in just moments, so you can search less and watch more. The cloud based DVR lets you save your favorite shows with no programming conflicts and store recorded episodes for up to 28 days. PlayStation Vue is initially available on PS4 and PS3 in Chicago, New York City, and Philadelphia. We are working hard to deliver PlayStation Vue to more cities soon. We are also bringing PlayStation Vue to iPad in the near future. If you are ready to start Vueing, go to PlayStation Store on your console or visit our website for more details and ongoing updates. View the full article
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PS3) Tennis in the Face ($4.99, 3-Way Cross Buy) Pre-Orders Payday 2 Crimewave Edition Demos Motorcyle Club (PS4) Tennis in the Face (PS3) Toukiden: Kiwami (PS4) (PS Vita) March’s Free PlayStation Plus LineupPS4PS3PS VitaBecome a PlayStation Plus member SalesPlatformTitleSale PriceOriginal PricePS4Citizens of Earth$9.99$14.99PS4Daylight$7.99$14.99PS4Rollers of the Realm$4.99$9.99PS3Abyss Odyssey$9.99$14.99PS3Ace Combat Infinity: Ace Combat Infinity Stocked Fuel (10 Units + 1 Free Unit)$7.49$8.99PS3Ace Combat Infinity: Ace Combat Infinity Stocked Fuel (50 Units + 10 Free Units)$35.99$44.99PS3AQUAPAZZA$9.99$29.99PS3Catherine$12.99$19.99PS3Demon’s Souls$12.99$19.99PS3Disgaea: Hour of Darkness (PS2 Classic)$4.99$9.99PS3Dragon’s Crown$19.99$49.99PS3God Mode$2.99$9.99PS3Growlanser: Heritage of War$4.99$9.99PS3Odin Sphere (PS2 Classic)$4.99$9.99PS3Persona 2: Eternal Punishment (PSone Classic)$4.99$9.99PS3Persona 4 Arena Ultimate Edition$19.99$44.99PS3Rock of Ages$4.99$9.99PS3Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga$4.99$9.99PS3Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 2$4.99$9.99PS3Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne$4.99$9.99PS3Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 FES$4.99$9.99PS3Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 4$4.99$9.99PS3SMT: Devil Summoner 2 Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon$4.99$9.99PS3SMT: Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army$4.99$9.99PS3Söldner-X: Himmelssturmer$2.99$7.99PS3Stella Deus: The Gate of Eternity$4.99$9.99PS3The Cursed Crusade$2.99$19.99PS VitaCitizens of Earth$9.99$14.99PS VitaConception II: Children of the Seven Stars$17.99$29.99PS VitaDragon’s Crown$19.99$39.99PS VitaPersona 4: Golden$14.99$29.99PS VitaRollers of The Realm$4.99$9.99PSPClass of Heroes$7.49$14.99PSPCrimson Gem Saga$7.49$14.99PSPGrowlanser: Wayfarer of Time$9.99$19.99PSPGungnir$9.99$19.99PSPHexyz Force$7.49$14.99PSPKenka Bancho: Badass Rumble$7.49$14.99PSPKnights in the Nightmare$7.49$14.99PSPRiviera: The Promised Land$4.99$9.99PSPShin Megami Tensei: Persona$9.99$19.99PSPShin Megami Tensei: Persona 2: Innocent Sin$9.99$19.99PSPShin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable$9.99$19.99PSPYggdra Union$4.99$9.99PS Plus DiscountsPlatformTitlePlus PriceRegular SaleOriginal PricePS4Assassin’s Creed Black Flag$24.99$29.99$49.99PS4Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Gold Editon$28.00$35.00$69.99PS4Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Season Pass$9.99$11.99$19.99PS4Assassin’s Creed Freedom Cry$4.50$6.00$14.99PS4Assassin’s Creed Unity$41.99$47.99$59.99PS4Jamestown+$10.79N/A$11.99PS3Assassin’s Creed$9.99$11.99$19.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Black Flag$14.99$17.99$29.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Gold Editon$20.00$25.00$49.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Season Pass$9.99$11.99$19.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood$9.99$11.99$19.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood – The Da Vinci Disappearance$3.00$4.00$9.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood Complete Edition$13.99$16.79$27.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Embers$1.49$1.79$2.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Freedom Cry$4.50$6.00$14.99PS3Assassin’s Creed II Sequence 12: Battle of Forli$1.60$2.00$3.99PS3Assassin’s Creed II Sequence 13: Bonfire of the Vanities & Secret Locations$2.80$3.50$6.99PS3Assassin’s Creed II Ultimate Edition$9.99$11.99$19.99PS3Assassin’s Creed III$9.99$11.99$19.99PS3Assassin’s Creed III Liberation HD$6.00$8.00$19.99PS3Assassin’s Creed III Season Pass$12.00$15.00$29.99PS3Assassin’s Creed III Ultimate Edition$15.00$20.00$49.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Liberation HD + Freedom Cry Bundle$10.00$12.50$24.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Revelations$9.99$11.99$19.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Revelations – Mediterranean Traveler Map Pack$3.00$4.00$9.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Revelations – The Lost Archive$3.00$4.00$9.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Revelations Ultimate Edition$15.00$20.00$49.99PS3Assassin’s Creed Rogue$41.99$47.99$59.99PS VitaAssassin’s Creed III Liberation$10.80$13.50$26.99PSPAssassin’s Creed Bloodlines$8.00$10.00$19.99Click here to see all this week’s deals Price ChangesPlatformTitleNew PriceOriginal PricePS4Pro Evolution Soccer 2015$39.99$59.99PS4Rabbids Invasion$19.99$39.99PS3Arcana Heart 3$14.99$29.99PS3Arcana Heart 3: LOVE MAX!!!!!$24.99$39.99PS3Battle Fantasia$9.99$14.99PS3Blazblue: Chrono Phantasma$29.99$39.99PS3Hakuoki: Stories of the Shinsengumi$19.99$39.99PS3Magus$9.99$14.99PS3Pro Evolution Soccer 2015$19.99$39.99PS3Record of Agarest Series War Bundle$39.99$49.99PS3Record of Agarest War – Public Release$9.99$14.99PS3Record of Agarest War 2$19.99$29.99PS3Record Of Agarest War Zero$14.99$19.99PS3South Park: The Stick of Truth$4.99$29.99PS3The Smurfs 2$19.99$39.99PS3XBlaze Code:Embryo$19.99$39.99PS VitaArcana Heart 3: Lovemax!!!!!$24.99$39.99PS VitaBlazblue: Chronophantasma$29.99$39.99PS VitaMind Zero$24.99$39.99PS VitaSorcery Saga: Curse of the Great Curry God$14.99$24.99PS VitaXBlaze Code:Embryo$19.99$39.99PSPAksys Games Ikemen Bundle$19.99$24.99PSPBlazblue: Calamity Trigger Portable$7.99$9.99PSPBlazing Souls Accelate$7.99$9.99PSPHakuoki: Warriors of the Shinsengumi$7.99$19.99PSPRagnarok Tactics$7.99$9.99PSPSweet Fuse: At Your Side$9.99$14.99PS Plus Discounts Ending 3/24PlatformTitlePS4Jamestown+PS4Scram Kitty DX (Cross Buy with PS Vita)PS VitaScram Kitty DX (Cross Buy with PS4)PS VitaDraw SlasherNew PlayStation Now Rentals Alpha Mission 2 Eat Them F1 2012 Lemmings Mamorokun Curse New on Sony Entertainment NetworkMusic Kendrick Lamar To Pimp A Butterfly AWOLNATION Run Furious 7 Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Click here for more new music releases Video Interstellar Tokyo Ravens Wild Click here for more new movies and TV shows App Updates HBO GO Girls Season 4, Episode 9 “Daddy Issuesâ€, available now Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, available now Blade, available now Tammy, available now Qello Concerts Rod Stewart – One Night Only: Live at the Royal Albert Hall Pink – Live from Wembley Arena Nas – Made You Look: God’s Son Live Cyndi Lauper – Live at Last Jack’s Mannequin – Live at Soundstage Colibie Callait – Live at Soundstage PS4 Add-onsBattlefield Hardline 5 X Gold Battlepacks ($11.99) Bronze Battlepack ($0.99) Silver Battlepack ($1.99) Gold Battlepack ($2.99) Call of Duty: Advanced WarfareSeason Pass Upgrade ($34.99)Dragon Ball XenoverseGT Pack 1 ($9.99) HELLDIVERSContent 3-Way Cross Buy Support Pack ($2.99) Commando Pack ($2.99) Defenders ($2.99) Add-on Bundle 1 ($5.99) Jamestown+Gunpowder Treason & Plot DLC ($1.99) Pinball Arcade Earthshaker Pinball Table ($4.99) Earthshaker Pro Table Pack ($7.99) Earthshaker Pro Upgrade ($3.99) Party Zone Pinball Table ($4.99) Party Zone Pro Table Pack ($7.99) Party Zone Pro Upgrade ($3.99) Starship Troopers Pinball Table ($4.99) Starship Troopers Pro Table Pack ($7.99) Starship Troopers Pro Upgrade ($3.99) The Addams Family Custom Balls ($4.99) The Addams Family Pinball Table ($4.99) The Addams Family Pro Table Pack ($7.99) The Addams Family Pro Upgrade ($3.99) Resident Evil Revelations 2 Episode 4: Metamorphosis ($5.99) Extra Episode: Little Miss ($4.99) Extra Episode: The Struggle ($4.99) Costume Pack ($9.99) RESOGUN Human Pack 1 ($0.99) Human Pack 2 ($0.99) Rocksmith 2014 Dropkick Murphys – I’m Shipping Up to Boston ($2.99) Flogging Molly – Drunken Lullabies ($2.99) Stiff Little Fingers – Alternative Ulster ($2.99) The Cranberries – Zombie ($2.99) Villagers – Becoming A Jackal ($2.99) Shamrock Song Pack ($11.99) Tales from the BorderlandsEpisode 2: Atlas Mugged ($4.99) The Crew Chevrolet Corvette C2 Car Shipment ($1.99) Chevrolet Corvette C3 Car Shipment ($2.99) Spyker C8 Aileron Car Shipment ($3.99) Vintage Car Pack ($6.99) PS3 Add-onsBattlefield Hardline 5 X Gold Battlepacks ($11.99) Bronze Battlepack ($0.99) Silver Battlepack ($1.99) Gold Battlepack ($2.99) Call of Duty: Advanced WarfareSeason Pass Upgrade ($34.99)Dead or Alive 5 Last Round Ninja Clan 2 – Bayman ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 – Helena ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 – Jacky ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 – Jann Lee ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 – Leifang ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 – Momiji ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 – Nyotengu ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 – Phase 4 ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 – Raidou ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 – Zack ($1.99, Free for Season Pass holders) Ninja Clan 2 Costume Set ($14.99) Dragon Ball XenoverseGT Pack 1 ($9.99) Hatsune Miku Project DIVA F 2ndContent Cross Buy with PS3 Aile D’Ange Module ($1.99) Butterflies & Blossom (CLR) (Free) Butterflies & Blossom (GLD) (Free) Butterflies & Blossom (SLV) (Free) Fairy Macaron Module ($1.99) Megurine Luka Conflict ($1.99) Snow Miku 2015 Module ($1.99) Just Be Friends ($2.99) Magnet ($2.99) Nagisa Replica Module ($1.99) Resident Evil Revelations 2 Episode 4: Metamorphosis ($5.99) Extra Episode: Little Miss ($4.99) Extra Episode: The Struggle ($4.99) Costume Pack ($9.99) Rocksmith 2014 Dropkick Murphys – I’m Shipping Up to Boston ($2.99) Flogging Molly – Drunken Lullabies ($2.99) Stiff Little Fingers – Alternative Ulster ($2.99) The Cranberries – Zombie ($2.99) Villagers – Becoming A Jackal ($2.99) Shamrock Song Pack ($11.99) Tales from the BorderlandsEpisode 2: Atlas Mugged ($4.99) PS Vita Add-ons Hatsune Miku Project DIVA F 2ndContent Cross Buy with PS3 Aile D’Ange Module ($1.99) Butterflies & Blossom (CLR) (Free) Butterflies & Blossom (GLD) (Free) Butterflies & Blossom (SLV) (Free) Fairy Macaron Module ($1.99) Megurine Luka Conflict ($1.99) Snow Miku 2015 Module ($1.99) Just Be Friends ($2.99) Magnet ($2.99) Nagisa Replica Module ($1.99) Oreshika: Tainted Bloodlines Rare God: Tonkararin ($0.99) Rare God: Kiri no Mashu ($0.99) Söldner X-2: Final PrototypeThe Last Chapter ($4.99, Cross Buy with PS3) ThemesPlatformTitlePricePS41 Military Helicopter Dynamic Theme$2.99PS43D Africa Dynamic Theme$3.49PS49 Life Gangsta Theme$2.99PS4A Burning Yin Yang Dynamic Theme$2.99PS4A Meditating Woman Dynamic Theme$2.99PS4Angry Dog Theme$2.99PS4Biker Meat Theme$2.99PS4Biohazard Theme$2.99PS4Boy Walks Pet Theme$2.99PS4Cabela’s African Adventures Theme$1.99PS4Criminal Intent Theme$2.99PS4Deep Water Monster Theme$2.99PS4Gang Trainers Theme$2.99PS4Ghostly Girl Theme$2.99PS4Giraffe Theme$2.99PS4Green Power Dynamic Theme$2.99PS4Grenade Theme$2.99PS4Grunge Flag USA Theme$2.99PS4Hell Skull Theme$2.99PS4Hoodie Knife Theme$2.99PS4Lazer Skull Green$2.99PS4Melody of the Mermaid Dynamic Theme – Full HD$2.99PS4NFL: Patriots Super Bowl XLIX Static Theme – Full HD$1.99PS4Noob Reload Theme$2.99PS4Noob Sprint Theme$2.99PS4Spinning War Tools Dynamic Theme$2.99PS3An Underwater Dynamic Theme$2.99PS3Darkness of the Moon Dynamic Theme$2.99PS3Pride Flag Dynamic Theme$2.99PS3Pyramids Dynamic Theme$2.99PS3Sunny City View Dynamic Theme$2.99PS3Traveling In the City Dynamic Theme$2.99PS VitaA Bridge Theme$2.99PS VitaA Magnificent Nature Theme$2.99PS VitaAnime Sniper Theme$2.99PS VitaCoral Reef Theme$2.99PS VitaEpic Laser Cat SP$2.99PS VitaReaper Revenge Theme$2.99PS VitaSource Code: Reboot Theme$2.99PS VitaSpace Walk Theme$2.99PS VitaVikings: Ragnar & Floki Theme$2.99PS VitaVikings: Rollo & Lagertha Theme$2.99PS VitaVikings: Weapons Theme$2.99AvatarsPlatformTitlePricePS3Anna Marine: Into the Moonlight Avatar$0.99PS3Avatar Aircraft$0.99PS3Avatar Born to Game$0.99PS3Avatar Bundle 006$6.99PS3Avatar Dark Skull$0.99PS3Avatar Dragon$0.99PS3Avatar Globe$0.99PS3Avatar I Love Gaming$0.99PS3Avatar Money in Fire$0.99PS3Avatar Nebula$0.99PS3Avatar Paris$0.99PS3Avatar Pro Gamer$0.99PS3Avatar Skulls in Fire$0.99PS3Avatar Sunset$0.99PS3Kerem Beyit: Fereil Avatar$0.99PS3Kyoux: Rev Avatar$0.99PS3Matt Demino: Skull Avatar$0.99PS3Mecha Rampage: Ready Avatar$0.99PS3Mecha Rampage: Robo Avatar$0.99PS3Michael Chang: Fire Skull Avatar$0.99PS3Michael Chang: War Wolf Avatar$0.99PS3Michael Chang: Zombie Red Avatar$0.99PS3My Little Pony Love Avatar 1$3.99PS3My Little Pony Love Avatar 2$3.99PS3My Little Pony Love Avatar 3$3.99PS3My Little Pony Love Avatar 4$3.99PS3My Little Pony Love Avatar 5$3.99PS3Nick Small: Chyll Reaper Red Avatar$0.99 View the full article
  13. Commander Fury
    Hi everyone! Today we’re kicking off Week 3 of Spring Fever with the console debut of Jamestown+ from Final Form Games, exclusively on PS4. Set in 17th century British Colonial Mars, the award-winning, cooperative shoot-em-up brings new ships, customizable weapons, Martian-moon levels and an enhanced story. PS Plus members who purchase Jamestown+ today through Monday, March 23 will receive a 10% launch week discount. Also out today, the Jamestown+ Gunpowder, Treason, & Plot DLC serves up three additional ships and their pilots, sweet explosives, and exciting new gameplay, for only $1.99. Release Date (Launch Week)Title (Platform)PS Plus Launch Week PriceRegular Price3/17 (3/17 through 3/23)Jamestown+ (PS4)$10.79$11.99See the full Spring Fever lineup on PlayStation Store As part of our Spring Fever game and movie franchise sales, this week we have titles from the Assassin’s Creed saga and films from the box office-destroying Transformers series. Check out the complete breakdown below: Games – Assassin’s CreedTitlePlatformPS Plus PriceSale PriceOriginal PriceAssassin’s CreedPS3$9.99$11.99$19.99Assassin’s Creed Black FlagPS3$14.99$17.99$29.99Assassin’s Creed Black FlagPS4$24.99$29.99$49.99Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Gold EditionPS3$20.00$25.00$49.99Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Gold EditionPS4$28.00$35.00$69.99Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Season PassPS3$9.99$11.99$19.99Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Season PassPS4$9.99$11.99$19.99Assassin’s Creed BloodlinesPS Vita$8.00$10.00$19.99Assassin’s Creed BrotherhoodPS3$9.99$11.99$19.99Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood Complete EditionPS3$13.99$16.79$27.99Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood – The Da Vinci DisappearancePS3$3.00$4.00$9.99Assassin’s Creed EmbersPS3$1.49$1.79$2.99Assassin’s Creed Freedom CryPS3$4.50$6.00$14.99Assassin’s Creed Freedom CryPS4$4.50$6.00$14.99Assassin’s Creed II Sequence 12: Battle of ForliPS3$1.60$2.00$3.99Assassin’s Creed II Sequence 13: Bonfire of the Vanities & Secret LocationsPS3$2.80$3.50$6.99Assassin’s Creed II Ultimate EditionPS3$9.99$11.99$19.99Assassin’s Creed IIIPS3$9.99$11.99$19.99Assassin’s Creed III LiberationPS Vita$10.80$13.50$26.99Assassin’s Creed III Liberation HDPS3$6.00$8.00$19.99Assassin’s Creed III Season PassPS3$12.00$15.00$29.99Assassin’s Creed III Ultimate EditionPS3$15.00$20.00$49.99Assassin’s Creed Liberation HD + Freedom Cry BundlePS3$10.00$12.50$24.99Assassin’s Creed RevelationsPS3$9.99$11.99$19.99Assassin’s Creed Revelations Ultimate EditionPS3$15.00$20.00$49.99Assassin’s Creed Revelations – The Lost ArchivePS3$3.00$4.00$9.99Assassin’s Creed Revelations – Mediterranean Traveler Map PackPS3$3.00$4.00$9.99Assassin’s Creed RoguePS3$41.99$47.99$59.99Assassin’s Creed UnityPS4$41.99$47.99$59.99One thing is true, fanboying is permitted. Find all discounted Assassin’s Creed titles over at PlayStation Store. Movies – TransformersTitleSD Original PriceSD Sale PriceHD Original PriceHD Sale PriceTransformers$9.99$7.99$17.99$7.99Transformers: Age of Extinction$14.99$10.99$19.99$10.99Transformers: Dark of the Moon$9.99$7.99$17.99$7.99Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen$9.99$7.99$17.99$7.99Roll out to PlayStation Store for all Transformer films on sale now. Come back next Tuesday, March 24 to see the game and movie franchise titles we have in store for you next week. Happy Spring Fever Day… err… St. Patrick’s Day! View the full article
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    Since Warframe is a free-to-play third-person shooter, we try to fill every update with as many unique weapons and events as we can. When it comes to space ninja-ing, there are few things more satisfying than leaping into action and unleashing a hailstorm of bullets from a shiny new gun, or cutting through enemies with a newly polished blade. For Warframe, Update: Stolen Dreams adds a lot. New Quest: Stolen DreamsChase the thief Maroo’s stolen Arcane Codices across the Solar System! Both Corpus and Grineer enemies have taken great lengths to guard the information they’ve obtained. Breaking in and extracting the Arcane Codices will be no easy task. New Missions: Spy 2.0The Spy Mission type has received a major overhaul. In Spy 2.0, players need to break into three different data vaults guarded by security cameras, detection drones, patrolling guards and motion-sensing laser grids. Bonus affinity and extra rewards go to the stealthiest Tenno! New WeaponsThe Akjagara is our latest set of hard-hitting dual pistols, featuring a mix of organic and bladed elements from other weapons. Joining it is the Tenno polearm, the Tonbo — ideal for cutting through Infested flesh given its high base damage. Or you can make a sandwich from 6 feet away. Nothing wrong with that. New Tactical Alerts and Crossfire MissionsEver wanted to take advantage of Grineer and Corpus conflicts? Crossfire Missions put Tenno between Corpus and Grineer in the middle of Exterminate firefights. Additionally, we have new Tactical Alerts that are rolling out shortly after the Update launches. Both Alerts feature unique objectives and rewards, so keep a close eye on the Liset’s console for updates from the Lotus! New cosmetics, Syndicate Syadanas, Liset decorations, bug fixes and a slew of other changes are also featured in Update: Stolen Dreams. Be sure to check out a full list of changes in our Update notes on PS4 and good luck hunting down those Codices. View the full article
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    Greetings, Helldivers. As a civilian, you made the most important decision of your life by enlisting in the Helldivers. As a Helldiver, you made Liberty… Democracy… and the protection of Super-Earth your personal responsibility. You have made a difference. The positive response and recruitment rate since Helldivers first launched into the galaxy on March 3rd have been overwhelming. The latest statistics coming in from the Galactic Fleet bring us some heartening news: 4.2 billion shots fired by the Helldivers (avg. accuracy 38%) 500 million enemies of Super-Earth neutralized (killed) 772 thousand planets liberated 33 thousand cape spinning Trophies earned We remember and salute the 9 million brave Helldivers who have already sacrificed their lives in our fight for freedom! (2.3 million of those to Friendly Fire). New Reinforcements — To meet the alien threat today, we are deploying 3 DLC packs to any Helldiver in need of new outfits and gear. Each pack is available individually for $2.99, or you can buy all 3 Packs in the Helldivers add-on bundle for $5.99 . Commando PackHelldiver Commandos are the best of the best, specialists at being a one man army capable of leaving a wake of death and destruction. Though they are seen as one man armies, the Commandos value teamwork greatly due to their equipment. The Commando Pack contains: The Commando Uniform (Helmet, Armor, and Cape). SMG-34 ‘Ninja': A silenced, compact, submachine gun with short reach and good accuracy. The silenced aspect has been debated much and there is no proof that it actually reduces the risk of detection. MLS-4X ‘Commando': A multiple missile launcher system similar to the one used on the EXO-44. From its four barrels it fires seeking missiles at a high rate of fire; primarily an anti-personnel weapon, it can be upgraded to have limited anti-tank capabilities. Defender PackHelldiver Defenders are the unmovable objects of humanity, capable of holding their ground in any situation. They have a bulkier look and a helmet reminiscent of the knights of Old Earth and used to double as riot police before humanity unified properly. The Defender Pack contains: The Defender Uniform (Helmet, Armor, and Cape). CR-9 ‘Suppressor': A semi-automatic rifle firing small fragmentation grenades. It is a volatile weapon but capable of devastating large masses of enemies, hence the nickname ‘Suppressor’. AD-334 ‘Guard Dog': A backpack drone system, featuring an automated defensive combat drone armed with a small submachine gun. The drone circles ahead, firing at targets of opportunity and will land in the backpack to reload. Support PackSupport Helldivers are much loved by their squad mates and bring both firepower and medical aid to any squad they join. Wearing the classic grey cape with a black cross they project an aura of capable concern for fellow humans. The Support Uniform, a cosmetic helmet, armor, and cape. LAS-16 ‘Sickle': A carbine based on laser technology, modified to behave more as a regular assault rifle. It overheats quickly but well placed shots do excellent damage and the virtually unlimited ammunition is invaluable in tight situations. AD-289 ‘Angel': A backpack drone system, with an automated healing and repair drone that will try to help all friendly targets in its vicinity. It will land in the backpack to refill the restorative substance. Don’t forget the still ongoing Limited Edition bundle, until 4/28. Citizens that enlist before this date will receive special Helldivers Ranger training at no added cost. Ranger Limited Edition BundleHelldivers specially trained in scouting and assassination of high value targets, these Rangers are the first to drop into the unknown. Ranger training was standard procedure for all Helldivers in the early days of Super-Earth, but has now become rarer. The Ranger Uniform, a cosmetic helmet, armor, and cape. LHO-63 ‘Camper': A designated marksman rifle with high power and accuracy traded for fire rate, few enemies take more than a few shots to kill. ‘Humblebee’ UAV: An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, capable of revealing enemies and hidden objectives at greater distances. View the full article
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    In 2005 we released God of War on PS2. At the time, we would have never predicted that 10 years later we would be celebrating the legend and icon that Kratos has become with millions of PlayStation fans worldwide. Want to kick off the event with us Friday?To help kick off the 10 year Anniversary of God of War, this Friday March 20th — live from Santa Monica Studios starting at 10:00 AM pacific on the PlayStation Twitch Channel, we’re partnering with Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ) to help raise funds for the AbleGamers Foundation with our event: God of War Done Quick! Awesome Games Done Quick is an annual event where they gather the world’s best speed runners to finish a game as fast as possible. With their help, we’ll have some of the most skilled God of War players from around the world speed running live on Twitch! Have you ever seen anyone play God of War 1, 2 and 3 in less than 5 hours total?! This will be a speed running event of the God of War franchise for an amazing cause in AbleGamers. The Schedule: 10:00 AM Pacific — God of War Done Quick Countdown Pre-ShowWe’re reigning in the Steeds of Time for a 10 year showcase digging into the roots of God of War with the team members who have been with us since the beginning. You’ll see original God of War prototypes, early character developments, and unpredictable moments from our very special guests.10:30 AM Pacific — God of War Done Quick Speedrun! Our main event! Witness some of the most skilled God of War players attempt to decimate their world speed run records as we play chronologically through the God of War franchise. Unscripted developer commentary as team members sit next to the players! Prizes and giveaways?! We’re opening up Pandora’s Box for you! Who’s hosting? Keep your eyes peeled @SonySantaMonica At the heart of God of War Done Quick, and in our partnership with Awesome Games Done Quick, we want to help raise funds and awareness for the AbleGamers Foundation. The AbleGamers Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing greater accessibility in video games to help improve the quality of life for people with disabilities through the power of digital entertainment. AbleGamers partners closely with gaming and peripheral developers worldwide, and we are proud to help raises funds and awareness towards their cause. We hope you will join with us to help AbleGamers achieve their goal. God of War Done Quick kicks off live this Friday at 10 AM Pacific on the PlayStation Twitch and Awesome Games Done Quick Twitch channels. Don’t miss this one-time live event. And don’t forget to join our kick off! View the full article
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    Crafting the world and visuals of The Order: 1886 has been a long and hard fought labor of love from the art and creative team at Ready At Dawn Studios, and it is our great pleasure to now be able to share some of the massive trove of visual development and production art that we have brought to life along the way. Curated by our lead concept artist Joe Studzinski, alongside our talented design partners at BlueCanvas, we are proud to present the Blackwater Archives | The Art of The Order: 1886, a beautifully leather bound art book, spanning over 260 pages of some of the most spectacular work from the project, and now available for purchase on Amazon. Convincing players to accept the plausibility of half-breed creatures and Nikola Tesla designed arc guns, co-existing alongside a vibrant realization of a Victorian London right out of a period film, was both an exciting and daunting challenge for us, but it was one we embraced wholeheartedly. From fusing the lore of our world into painstaking recreations of historical architecture and locations, to the meticulous tailoring of unique costumes for each Knight down to the very fabric and stitching of the era, we set out to completely blur the lines between the historical reality that was and our vision of what it could have been, with a degree of research and attention to detail that bordered on the obsessive. In the pages of this book, we have hand selected a wide range of pieces to reflect all aspects of the game, covering characters, creatures, weapons, props, and environments, from the earliest conceptual sketches through final production art. With such an enormous library of beautiful work to choose from, we tried to select pieces that were not only a stunning representation of the artistry behind The Order: 1886, but that also give people a deeper insight to the creative and artistic thought process that went into building characters, technology, and a world with its own cohesive sense of identity of time, place, and history — believable, but slightly off from our own. We are thrilled to be able to give our fans such a deep look into the rich visuals behind The Order: 1886, and this book is a wonderful testament to the collective vision of a group of incredibly talented artists that I have the privilege of working with on a daily basis. We hope you find the same sense of inspiration and wonder within these pages that we did in its creation. Blackwater Archives | The Art of The Order: 1886 View the full article
  18. Commander Fury
    Good news and bad news, all. Buckle up. Bad news first: Jamestown+, the long-awaited PS4 release of our critically-acclaimed 4-player co-op shoot-em-up, is NOT coming out last summer like we promised. I know. You’re shocked. Here’s the good news: Jamestown+ is coming out TOMORROW! AND WE’RE SUPER PROUD OF IT! Here, check out this emotional short film on the topic of its release: The original PC version of Jamestown took two years to put together. We spent an additional year on Jamestown+ for the PS4. A whole year! See that little “+†in the upper-right corner of the logo? A YEAR OF OUR LIVES IS INSIDE OF THAT “+â€! Here are some other things you’ll find tucked away inside that “+â€: - A Platinum trophy*. That’s right, we’re coming out strong with the big guns right up front. *Seriously though: Platinum trophy. Also, earning this particular Platinum trophy comes with a bonus: a little thing called self-respect. - The Armada Matrix: three (3) new characters, each with your choice of two (2) unique Special weapons and six (6)(!) new Shot types. You can combine these weapons/shots any way you want, as you would at a delicious salad bar… A SALAD BAR OF VENGEANCE: *We get this question a lot, so just to be completely above-board on this issue: yes, that is a giant spaceship-sword made of Martian death crystal. - Two completely new levels, set on the mysterious moons of Mars: The Black Garrison of Phobos, and the Shifting Sands of Deimos! These are full-fledged, canonical Jamestown levels with brand-new art, tons of new enemy types, story sequences, full orchestral soundtracks, and huge new bosses like the Pirate Queen here: - The original soundtrack and sound effects have all been carefully remastered for 5.1 surround sound. Honestly, I wasn’t sure this was going to make that much of a difference to the overall game experience. Tim (my brother, also our lead programmer/chieftain) was all like “Dude shut up it’s going to be amazing†and then I was all like “my man, you said that about those Hobbit movies†and then we almost had a Workplace Incident. But you guys? I WAS WRONG, REMASTERED 5.1 SURROUND SOUND MAKES A HUUUUGE DIFFERENCE. - The Gunpowder, Treason, & Plot DLC has ALSO made the journey to your PS4, and will ALSO be available tomorrow! Four more new ships, for just two dollars?! They told us not to do it, but we couldn’t hear them over the sound of our own excited screaming! Thanks for your patience while we brought this game in for a landing. We hope you and your friends check out Jamestown+ on PS4, available tomorrow on the Playstation Store, and have a great time exploring 17th-century British colonial Mars together! Because THAT… …would be the greatest news of all. View the full article
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    Clear your calendars this weekend, because free online multiplayer is back for all PS4 owners, courtesy of PlayStation Plus! Our last free online multiplayer weekend on PS4 was so popular that we’re doing it again. Become a PlayStation Plus Member Starting Friday, March 20, at 12:01am Pacific through Sunday, March 22, at 11:59pm Pacific, PlayStation Plus is offering free online multiplayer for all PS4 owners. Just log on to PlayStation Network during the free weekend period, launch your favorite multiplayer game, and you’ll be playing online with your friends, whether you are a PlayStation Plus member or not. Check out multiplayer modes for Battlefield Hardline (releasing March 17) such as Conquest and Hotwire, fight for Super Earth together with friends across the galaxy in HELLDIVERS, or join your friends on strike missions with Destiny. Again, no membership commitment is required to try out online multiplayer during this period. If you’d like to learn more about what PlayStation Plus offers in addition to online multiplayer on PS4, including new games monthly, exclusive member discounts, online game saves and more, click here. Remember to save the dates, and tell us which games you’ll be playing this weekend with your friends in the comments section below. View the full article
  20. Commander Fury
    Though Bloodborne shares some broad similarities with Demon’s Souls and Dark Souls, it translates From Software’s trademark high risk, high reward play style to PS4 in new and interesting ways. Starting with its zippier movement speed, Bloodborne seems bound and determined to strip away anything that might encumber the moment-to-moment flow. Shields are no longer central to gameplay, replaced with dodging and a new “regain†system that allows you to regenerate lost health by striking the creature that inflicted the damage (don’t expect to mash buttons hoping for an easy health boost, though). These strategic tweaks further heighten From Software’s blissful blend of risk and reward and encourage you to stay on the offense. Character creation will be familiar to veteran Souls players. In selecting a character “origin,†you’ll choose from colorful descriptors such as Troubled Childhood (high resilience), Violent Past (high strength), and Waste of Skin (nearly helpless). I opted for the Military Veteran, which gave a balanced boost to my strength and skill ratings. Moments into the game, it’s clear that From Software is putting PS4’s processing power to good use. Bloodborne’s grim hellscapes are a clear generational leap from the castles and courtyards of the Souls games. Bottles and boxes tumble realistically when struck. Fog flows like spilled blood. Light sources glow menacingly. The environments look and feel alive in ways the eight year-old PS3 hardware just can’t accommodate. After ogling the environments, my Military Veteran set to work. Some friendly demons presented me with a choice of three starting weapons: I skipped the Hunter’s Axe and Saw Cleaver in favor of the Threaded Cane, a nasty piece of work that bashed skulls up close and expanded into a bladed whip for longer distance work. Bloodborne’s weapons are multifaceted marvels, each effectively serving as two weapons in one. Combined with firearms like the Hunter’s Pistol and Blunderbuss, I strung together wicked multipart combos that shredded enemy mobs quickly and efficiently. Bloodborne also taps into some of DualShock 4’s unique control features, starting with the touchpad. Click the right side and you’ll see your personal effects (molotovs, notebook, etc); click the left side and you’ll see your available gestures, which you’ll activate using DualShock 4’s internal motion sensor. Bloodborne + PS Vita Remote Play ImpressionsJustin Massongill, PlayStation.Blog Being a PS4 title, we naturally had questions about how Bloodborne’s faster combat would translate to PS Vita‘s smaller form factor. I can happily report that FromSoftware has implemented various niceties that ensure a smooth transition from DualShock 4 to PS Vita, including a few clever re-mapping solutions: DualShock 4 ControlIn-game functionRemote Play ControlL2 & R2Gun & Strong attackBottom corners of front touchscreenDS4 Touchpad (split to left & right halves)Gestures & Personal EffectsFront Touchpad (split to left & right halves)R3Lock-on to enemyRight half of Rear TouchpadAfter about five minutes of re-training my muscle memory, I was already dodging and counterattacking Bloodborne’s nightmarish beasts with the same finesse and ferocity as I was managing while playing natively on PS4. Then there are the new Chalice Dungeons, procedurally generated levels set in the vast ruins beneath Yharnam. I test drove one dungeon called “Chamber of the Seal,†and its gloomy atmosphere and haunting ambient audio gave a tantalizing preview of what’s in store. After hacking through a mob of scuttling rats and hulking horrors, a towering undead giant flattened me in two mighty blows. This experience perfectly encapsulated the major differences — as well as some key similarities — between Bloodborne and the Souls games. The melee combat felt more immediate, and I made rapid progress thanks to my faster movement speed. But in classic Souls style, all it took was one moment of hesitation to seal my fate. I’m dying to dive back into Bloodborne when it lands on PS4 March 24th. View the full article
  21. Commander Fury
    Hi everybody! This is Marcus from SideQuest Studios with some good news for PS Vita fans and shmup lovers! I’m excited to announce that we are launching an updated version of Söldner-X 2: Final Prototype along with the “The Last Chapter†expansion for Vita and PlayStation TV tomorrow. For those of you unfamiliar with the Söldner-X 2 series hopefully this trailer will get you up to speed. While some of you are eager to face the challenge, others might be worried that Söldner-X 2 is one of those insanely difficult bullet hell shooters. We love shmups and wanted to make the genre a little more accessible to new players. Söldner-X 2 includes a unique feature we call the Play Rank System, which automatically adjusts the game’s difficulty level while you are playing. This even occurs mid-level so inexperienced players are likely to encounter less enemies, fewer bullets and take less damage. On the other hand, when your skills improve the game will become more challenging to match your ability and reward you with much higher scores. Speaking of high scores, every run can be uploaded to our servers meaning that replay files from other players are available to be downloaded and played back on your PS Vita. That way instead of wondering “How did they get such a high score!?†you can now watch their run and find out. To make things more exciting for existing fans, (And a bit fairer on new players!), the PS Vita version will have a completely fresh high score table and added tracking for additional stats. Ever wanted to know how many total enemies have been killed or see a detailed breakdown of your friends’ activity? Head over to www.soldner-x.com/sx2/ and check it out. There is still an active battle for high scores on the PS3 version so we’re really excited to see who will rise to the top of the leaderboards! We put a lot of effort into making Söldner-X 2: Final Prototype look as great on PS Vita as it did on PS3, and we worked really hard to ensure the game runs at a constant 60 frames per second without compromise. Even with hundreds of bullets and enemies on screen, you will be able to enjoy the game without any slowdown. We also want to say a big thank you to the guys over at PlayStation for their support during our tricky engine optimizations. The game will be available tomorrow for $9.99 with the DLC priced at $4.99. You can also pick both up in one bundle for $12.99. Söldner-X 2 is cross buy, meaning that if you already own the game on PS3, you can download it for free for PS Vita and PlayStation TV. Thanks for taking the time to read my post and for checking out our game. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. View the full article
  22. Commander Fury
    The renowned first-person shooter series comes tearing back to PlayStation this week with Battlefield Hardline, which launches on PS4 and PS3. Inspired by modern-day TV crime dramas, Hardline puts players in the role of Nick Mendoza, a Miami police detective that’s hell-bent on taking a former partner down. Hardline also features a robust multiplayer suite, with new competitive modes, giant interactive maps, 28 gadgets, 27 licensed vehicles, and more. That’s just the start of this week’s lineup. Final Fantasy Type-0 HD launches this week on PS4, ushering in a dark, violent story of 14 characters pushing back against an invading empire. And of course let’s not forget our Spring Fever lineup continues this week; Jamestown+ is taking flight on PS4 with new characters, new maps, and that deliciously insane bullet hell flavor. For a full list of games coming to PlayStation this week, read on. And enjoy the Drop! New PlayStation Games This Week 5 Star Wrestling PS3 — Digital 5 Star Wrestling is a game built on true Ring Psychology with Heel and Face mechanics, a revolutionary Limb Damage System and Rivalries that impact gameplay. Featuring a 40 Hour Challenge campaign with 128 challenges. The Awakened Fate Ultimatum PS3 — Digital, Retail Do you have what it takes to become a god? Find out in The Awakened Fate Ultimatum, the latest roguelike RPG from Nippon Ichi Software, Inc. Wield the powers of angels and devils as you traverse randomly generated dungeons and make decisions that will change the fate of the world! Battlefield Hardline PS4, PS3 — Digital, Retail Be the law or break the law in Battlefield Hardline. This action-packed blockbuster combines intense, signature multiplayer moments of Battlefield with an emotionally charged story and setting reminiscent of a modern television crime drama. Bladestorm: Nightmare PS4, PS3 — Digital, Retail This latest release in the series brings the latest techniques and many new elements to the original story from the 2007 release of Bladestorm: The Hundred Years’ War. Players play as a mercenary and take control of a multitude of different squad types in order to guide their side to victory on a dynamically evolving battlefield. Cabela’s African Adventures PS4 — Digital, Retail Explore the vast wilderness of Africa on foot and by vehicle, where you’ll go head to head with the most ferocious beasts on the planet as you attempt to take down the biggest of the Big 5: the Rhino, Lion, Leopard, Cape Buffalo, African Elephant! Cars PS2 Classic — Digital Race around Radiator Springs with your friends to help Lightning McQueen win the Piston Cup. Echo Night PSone Classic — Digital After a mysterious fire at his father’s house, Richard Osmond is transported aboard a lost ship. Can he escape the ship before it’s too late? Final Fantasy Type-0 HD PS4 — Digital, Retail Thrust into the tumult of war, the fate of the world and its four crystals now rests on the shoulders of fourteen brave, young warriors. Enhanced from the original portable version, Type-0 HD gives players power over their team, and the ability to push back the empire’s aggression. Jamestown+ PS4 — Digital Mars is waiting. Bring your friends. Soar over the battlefields of 17th-century steampunk Mars with up to four players, and fight through seven hand-crafted levels on your quest to save Britain’s last bastion: Jamestown colony. Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype PS Vita — Digital (Cross Buy) Twenty years after the Virus Wars, you return to Gota IV as part of the newly formed Söldner-X defense force. Your mission: to free the galaxy from the D’aarg, a technologically superior race that is threatening mankind. Tennis in the Face PS3, PS Vita — Digital (Three Way Cross Buy) Help former tennis star Pete Pagassi save the city from an evil energy drink corporation Explodz. Knock out creepy clowns, corrupt riot police, and other Explodz-addicted maniacs with a tennis ball in the face. Demos and Betas Motorcycle Club — PS4 Demo Tennis in the Face — PS3, PS3 Vita Trial Toukiden: Kiwami — PS4, PS Vita Demo The information above is subject to change without notice. View the full article
  23. Commander Fury
    *Takes a deep breath* Hotline Miami 2 is out now (it’s amazing, play it). PS4 is getting tons of new features in its upcoming 2.5 update, we got our eyeballs on Project Morpheus’ new prototype, we played King’s Quest and Magicka 2, the first three episodes of Powers are out now, we got an update on Uncharted 4‘s release date, Heists are now live in GTA Online, you can buy official PlayStation merchandise at the PlayStation Gear store, and more. Phew! What are you playing? I’m playing: Hotline Miami 2, Helldivers, FFXIV I’m watching: Powers I’m listening to: Final Fantasy VI soundtrack This Week’s Top 10 Posts PS4 Update 2.50 “Yukimura†Preview: Suspend/Resume and More GTA Online Heists: Play Now on PS3 & PS4 Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End Coming Spring 2016 Project Morpheus: Eyes-on PS4’s New VR Prototype Spring Fever Week 2: Hotline Miami 2 Launches, More Game & Movie Sales Official PlayStation Gear Store Open for Business Listen to Songs from Hotline Miami 2, Out Today on PS4, PS3, Vita Powers Premiere Available Now, Only on PlayStation Lost Dimension Coming to PS3, PS Vita This Summer PlayStation Store: February 2015’s Top Sellers March’s Free PS Plus LineupPS4PS3PS VitaBecome a PlayStation Plus member This Week’s Top Movies1. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies 2. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 3. Big Hero 6 4. Horrible Bosses 2 (Extended Cut) 5. Dumb and Dumber To 6. Exodus: Gods and Kings 7. Dracula Untold 8. Foxcatcher 9. John Wick 10. Lucy This Week’s PlayStation Store Update Most-Watched Video of the Week PlayStation Blogcast 156 View the full article
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    My name is Mike Lindsey and I’m the Community Manager here at FarSight Studios. Badger and I handle many of the community tasks at the studio, as well as host a monthly Twitch stream where we show off the new pinball table before it’s released. We live in the mountains of Southern California and frequently have to shovel the snow from our driveways before leaving for work. We didn’t choose the thug life, the thug life chose us. It’s been a little while since we posted, and we have lots of new DLC coming out with this one! We are proud to announce that we will be releasing the awesome Addams Family, Starship Troopers, Earthshaker, and Party Zone tables for PS4 on March 17th. This launch brings the amount of tables available in your digital pinball collection to 56! These machines used to be found in arcades across America before video arcade games replaced them (bummer). That’s why we are here, to introduce a new generation to the amazing themes, designs, and deep rules that come with pinball tables. The Addams Family was released by Williams in 1992 and is unquestionably one of the greatest pinball tables in the history of pinball, with over 20,000 units sold (More than any table ever!). It was designed by the legendary Pat Lawlor and Larry DeMar (who also designed Twilight Zone, Banzai Run, and Funhouse). This table was integrated more deeply to the movie than any other licensed pinball table of its time. The Addams Family featured the first ever optical target bank (in the bookcase), and the “Thing Flip†which was the first time a pinball tables flippers could be controlled by the tables CPU. When the “Thing Flip†is active the table can actually make shots for you. Another great feature is “The Power†which causes magnets to dramatically affect the direction of the ball on the playfield. It’s one of our favorite tables ever! Thanks to our amazing Kickstarter backers, we were able to raise the funds needed to secure the licenses to digitize this amazing piece of Americana. We wouldn’t have been able to do this without the overwhelming support of our fans! THANK YOU GUYS! The Addams Family isn’t the only headliner launching with this batch of tables, though! Starship TroopersBadger and I would agree that Starship Troopers is one of our favorite licenses. The movie came out when we were around 10 (give or take) and it definitely had us running around the yard calling ourselves “Rico.†And don’t even get us started on Denise Richards. Starship Troopers (1997): features the license for the popular film of the same name released in 1997. Designed by Joe Balcer and Joe Kaminkow, this table conveys the style and feel of the movie with its vibrantly colored playfield, music from the movie, and custom speech. The gameplay features hardcore sci-fi action with three Flippers, high scoring Nuke ‘em rounds, four unique Multi-Ball modes, a moving Warrior Bug live fire battle simulator, and a Brain Bug that pops out of the playfield! Starship Troopers has appropriately been described as easy to play but hard to master. EarthshakerI’m sure many of you have heard, we have some pretty crazy earthquakes out here in California. This table was inspired by the semi-frequent earthshakers we get due to the San Andreas Fault. It’s just a little taste of some California excitement! Earthshaker (1989): Designed by Pat Lawlor, this entertaining table features a shaker motor built into the cabinet that physically shakes the table when an earthquake is triggered. Early versions of the table featured a building that sunk down into the table during the earthquake but was removed for cost reasons. 200 of these special tables were released. A bright colorful playfield, interesting rule set, and great music and sound make Earthshaker a true pinball classic. 5,265 units of this table were produced. Party ZoneSometimes you gotta party, but don’t want to leave the house. Now you can! Just fire up Party Zone and never leave home again! Party Zone (1991): Designed by Dennis Nordman, this table’s theme is all about having a good time. Players are challenged with getting the Party Animals, Party Monsters and Party Dudes to the Cosmic Cottage for a Multi-Ball Party! From there, they’ll score Jackpots and shoot for the ultimate Big Bang! Request Time allows players to make way cool musical selections using the Flippers, including Pinball Wizard from The Who! The colorful Playfield includes awesome features such as the Dancing Dummy who bops ’til he drops, the host and DJ, Captain B. Zarr, whose head animates and follows the ball around the Playfield and the Prince of Puns, the Supersonic Robotic Comic. When it’s time to party, there is no better place than Bally’s Party Zone. 4,000 units of this table were produced. Come hang out with Badger and I on Twitch Wednesday, March 18th at 3:00 PM Pacific! We will be showing off the new tables and the super cool Addams Family Ball Pack which you definitely don’t want to miss. Everyone that shows up has the chance to win some free stuff so, set a reminder and don’t forget to follow us. We will see you at the Twitch stream! View the full article
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    Just minutes into my demo with Magicka 2 on PS4, Paradox Studio Manager Mattias Wiking told me that the game does not protect its players. In any way. I discovered this by tumbling off a cliff while running from monsters, and my success with Magicka 2 did not improve drastically during the remainder of the demonstration. So how can all these sudden deaths and comical explosions of the arcane be so much fun? Magicka 2, like its predecessor, places players in control of a robed wizard and a selection of eight devastating elements. With the touch of a face button, players can charge their wizard with crackling orbs of lightning or burning plumes of fire. These elements can then be channeled through the wizard’s staff and directed at enemies, imbued into the wizard’s sword, used as an area attack, or just cast upon the wizard itself. With this straight-forward elemental system, all the fun in Magicka 2 comes roaring to the foreground. Wiking explained that after a short introduction, all the elements are fully unlocked to players and open to experimentation. Charge a wizard with fire and water, for example, and a searing-hot blast of steam will issue forth from its staff. Or mix ice and water together for some snowball fun. Even three different elements can be fused together to form some interesting combinations, from life-restoring health-pellets to powerful death mines (yes, death mines). There is no limitation to the system outside of the simple rule that opposite elements (fire and ice, for example) will cancel each other out. Otherwise, if players want to cast a death spell on themselves, they can — and they will suffer for it. Friendly fire is always turned on and, like the recently released Helldivers, will cause hilarious misadventure. Wiking noted that the development team took special care to ensure that the DualShock 4 controls were refined and easy to use. Pressing one of the face buttons loads up one of four different elemental orbs. Holding L1 will change each face button into the opposite element, so players have easy access to all eight. This makes lightning-fast combinations a reality, and keeps spell-casting a constant, entertaining challenge. Magicka 2 fully supports drop-in, drop-out cooperative play, with any combination of online or offline players. The game has a full campaign to play through, solo or multiplayer, but also boasts a collection of wave-based challenges. Survive against increasingly difficult sets of enemies to earn a better score, or to just test one’s own spellcasting prowess. The biggest addition to Magicka 2 comes in the form of artifacts, which are adjustable game parameters that players can use to either help or hinder their progress. There are 32 artifacts to unlock and experiment with across several categories. These artifacts could buff a player’s health and spell power, or empower monsters with similar stat boosts. With up to six artifacts in play, players have much more control over the degree of the challenge they want in battle. Despite my many deaths and accidental friendly kills, Magicka 2 was an absolute blast — even if I only sampled a small taste of the spell casting. If chaotic, elemental co-op sounds like your cup of tea, Magicka 2 hits PS4 on May 26th. View the full article

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