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You know that <a href="http://www.youtube.com/playstation" target="_blank">Greatness Awaits</a>, but did you know that you can bid on it? Today sees the launch of <a href="http://bit.ly/16H8T1x" target="_blank">BidForGreatness.com</a>, a one-of-a-kind auction house showcasing ultra-rare PlayStation memorabilia seen in PlayStation’s <a href="http://www.youtube.com/playstation" target="_blank">Greatness Awaits</a> brand film during E3. If you win a bid, you’ll be the owner of an exclusive, real-life piece of PlayStation history. More...

Hey, doods! David from NIS America here to talk about our upcoming RPG title Time and Eternity, published in Japan by Namco Bandai and developed by Imageepoch. Time and Eternity is available today, July 16th for retail and as a first day digital download, so I wanted to dive in and show off some of the game’s cool features and mechanics! After, we can talk about some of the game announcements we made recently at Anime Expo in LA. Let’s get to it, dood! More...

On behalf of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/golden-ruby-games/" target="_blank">Golden Ruby Games</a>, I am pleased to announce that the our first game, <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/hermit-crab-in-space/" target="_blank">Hermit Crab in Space</a>, winner of the 2013 PlayStation Mobile GameJam is launching today on PlayStation Store. When we first started thinking about what we wanted Hermit Crab in Space to be, we got hooked on the idea of adaptation on the fly. Andy Wallace (Lead Developer/Programmer) and I wanted to offer a thrilling and challenging game to players, but we also wanted to captivate them with great gameplay mechanics. More...

Today I’m happy to announce that we are finally able to bring VidZone to our American comrades! VidZone has had a successful four years and running in Europe and we can’t wait to see the app become a huge hit in the US as well. The free ad-based app includes an expanding catalogue of thousands of music videos from all your favorite artists, including Justin Timberlake, Daft Punk, Pink, Foo Fighters, J.Cole, David Guetta, and many more. More...

After the launch of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/runner2/">Bit.Trip Presents... Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien</a>, many of our fans asked us if we had any sort of plans for DLC. As you can imagine, we were thrilled to see that people wanted the game’s experience to extend beyond when the final credits rolled. Quite honestly, it’s one of the best compliments a developer can receive. More...

Hi PlayStation folks! I’m ecstatic to announce that Voodoo Chronicles: The First Sign shall be brought to life in the US on PlayStation Store for <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/">PS3</a> on July 16th, pinned with a bargain price of only $5.99. Originally developed by <a href="http://www.smigames.com/">Space Monkeys International</a>, a studio renowned for their top-end hidden object adventure games, Voodoo Chronicles: The First Sign comes to PS3 in an all-new high-definition edition with native 1080p graphics. More...

There’s a lot to dig into today, including a new addition to the Instant Game Collection -- the acclaimed <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/jet-set-radio/" target="_blank">Jet Set Radio</a> on <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/" target="_blank">PS3</a> will be free for <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/" target="_blank">PS Plus</a> members! More...

It's time to step out with some new fashions this week as we introduce a brand new line of clothing for Sackfolk that will be heading to the PlayStation Store this month. On top of that, we have a great selection of Team Picks for you to play across the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/littlebigplanet/" target="_blank">LittleBigPlanet</a> series. More...

PlayStation Store PLAY, our annual summer program showcasing a diverse lineup of great PSN games and special offers, is back with four hot new games, including two PSN exclusives. <a href="https://store.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/#!/cid=STORE-MSF77008-9_PLAY2013" target="_blank">PlayStation Store PLAY</a> begins tomorrow when this year’s lineup of games becomes available for pre-order on PlayStation Store. More...

Hype levels for GTA V are nearing capacity after the debut of the game's <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/07/09/first-grand-theft-auto-v-gameplay-video/" target="_blank">first gameplay video</a>. Speaking of videos, we got a look at just <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/07/09/final-fantasy-xx-2-sd-vs-hd-video-pre-order-for-art-book-edition/" target="_blank">how much better</a> the HD remaster of Final Fantasy X is going to look. Good gravy. More...

Shameless favoritism alert: PlayStation Blog ruddy loves <a href="http://blog.eu.playstation.com/tag/puppeteer/" target="_blank">Puppeteer</a>. It's one of the liveliest, loveliest and most downright out-there platformers to come along in years, and plays beautifully to boot. It arrives in stores on 11th September, and if it's not on your radar yet, it's time to stick a pin in it. This is a game unlike any other you'll see on shelves this year. More...

On PS3 Blu-ray and PSN this week, Dynasty Warriors 8 follows the stories of the kingdoms of Wei, Wu, Shu and Jin through the actions of historical military and political figures of the time as they fight to gain control over the Three Kingdoms of China. Giving stronger emphasis in the stage of these epic battles and inspired by the landscape of ancient China to deliver a wide range of visual treats, Dynasty Warriors 8 will feature more than 40 completely new stages: verdant plains, desolate wastelands, sharp ravines, huge castles, and other breath-taking sites. Enjoy this week’s The Drop! More...

As <a href="http://www.comic-con.org/" target="_blank">Comic-Con</a> regulars know, there’s nothing more valuable at the yearly convention than time. With panel lines literally out the door and the Exhibitor Hall packed wall-to-wall with scurrying people, it’s often hard to decide how to allocate your precious time. This year, we’re making that decision a no-brainer. More...

Sign-ups for the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/killzone-mercenary/" target="_blank">Killzone: Mercenary</a> closed beta start today! <a href="https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/1298630/kzmbetainvite" target="_blank">Enter here</a> for a chance to be selected as one of the few participants in the exclusive multiplayer closed beta. More...

From the talented Colin Ferrell to the tactful Robert De Niro to the tantalizing Selena Gomez and the tasteful John Travolta, our New Release Recap is filled with star talent in blockbuster films you won’t want to miss! See what’s new on the Video Unlimited service this week. More...

<strong>Subscription Links:</strong> <ul><li>Subscribe via <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/official-playstation-blogcast/id483223024?mt=2" target="_blank">iTunes here</a> </li> <li>Subscribe via <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/TheOfficialPlaystationBlogcast" target="_blank">RSS here</a></li> <li>Download the MP3 <a href="http://traffic.libsyn.com/playstation/80_Episode_080__Into_the_Nethers.mp3">here</a> on PS3, PS Vita or PC (Right-Click->Save As)</li></ul> We're back from our bicentennial break, and we've got <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/07/10/ratchet-clank-into-the-nexus-coming-to-ps3-this-holiday/">Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus</a> Creative Director Brian Allgeier and Community Lead James Stevenson from Insomniac Games to tell us all about this classic return to form. More...

The UK’s renowned 1.86 km Hill Climb at Goodwood will join Silverstone and Willow Springs as a new track on <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/gran-turismo-6/" target="_blank">Gran Turismo 6</a> for <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/" target="_blank">PS3</a>. A centerpiece of the annual Festival of Speed in England, Goodwood is the latest addition to Gran Turismo’s impressive lineup of 33 locations, with 71 different layouts available in GT6. More...

In Bout of Honor, two warriors will put their lives and reputations on the line to win the best of seven rounds in this strictly 1v1 mode. Bout of Honor is a true contest of skill with no chests, fountains, or world weapons to aid you. This mode also disables relics and allows for a Champion’s magic to regenerate over time. More...

In <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/killzone-shadow-fall/" target="_blank">Killzone: Shadow Fall</a>, being a Shadow Marshal is all about dominating the flow of combat and fighting on your own terms. Your OWL combat drone gives you enormous freedom in choosing how each fight plays out. More...

We’re excited to announce that Ratchet and Clank are returning this year with an all new original single-player epilogue to the Future games. Under the creative direction of Tools of Destruction and A Crack in Time creative director Brian Allgeier, Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus is a story-driven platform adventure, with the humor and heart that make the franchise so beloved. More...

Introducing MLB 13 The Show Home Run Derby, available for download on your <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/" target="_blank">PS3</a>. We’ve taken one of The Show’s most popular game modes, packed it with 30 of the best long ball hitters in the game, and it’s <a href="https://store.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/#!/en-us/games/mlb-13-the-show-home-run-derby/cid=UP9000-NPUA80982_00-MLB13THESHOWHRDD?smcid=psblog:mlb-13-the-show-home-run-derby:up9000-npua80982_00-mlb13theshowhrdd:ps-blog-2013-07-10-mlb-13-the-show-home-run-derby-out-now-on-ps3" target="_blank">all yours for only $5.99</a>. More...

On Thursday, July 11th, we are issuing Mordu's Challenge, which throws down the gauntlet to players to rack up kills, achieve hacks and cause massive destruction to win lethal in-game gear. Are you the speedy Scout who dives in, hacks objectives, and then gets out? Or are you a Heavy-suited Forge Gunner who can blow apart installations with a few shots? More...

This week Lockwood releases Kingdom of the Skies and Haven of the Skies, and we’ll be able to enjoy nDreams’ Masquerade Ballroom, complete with event appropriate clothing. Additionally, Home Tycoon’s Home Improvement Week Returns from the 10th to July 16th, and Konami releases a new space. More...

Every Tuesday, there are new games, apps and updates added to <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/playstation-mobile/" target="_blank">PlayStation Mobile</a>. Tokyo Jungle Mobile and MechHit released last night, along with an update to the space strategy game, 0War, and some price changes to a few games. More...

Our Summer Blast Sale continues this week with deals on titles like the Hitman Trilogy HD, Just Cause 2 and the Prince of Persia Trilogy HD. You can check out all the sales below, and remember if you’re a <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/" target="_blank">PlayStation Plus</a> member you’ll receive an even bigger discount. More...